If Los Angeles had a soundtrack, it would be Ozomatli. The multi-genre, six-piece ensemble has been blending Latin, hip-hop, funk, reggae, and global influences into an unmistakable sound since 1995. Emerging from LA’s politically charged streets, Ozomatli has spent the last three decades uniting communities through music—a journey that has earned them three GRAMMY® Awards, performances at the Hollywood Bowl, and worldwide tours ranging from Burma to Mongolia.

Mesa/Bluemoon Recordings announces an April 18 release date for My One and Only, a five-song EP from singer/songwriter Nathan McEuen. Distribution for My One and Only will be through Virgin Music Group for digital release and Burnside Distribution (BDC) for physical.

The songs on the new EP were all written or co-written by Nathan, including the title track, which he collaborated on with acclaimed songwriter/artist Mason Williams (Classical Gas, Smothers Brothers, SNL).

I love the Dead. I could listen to "Brown Eyed Women," "Bertha," or "Jack Straw" every day for the rest of my life and be happy. But there comes a time to ask: "What would Jerry do?" Thinking about that question, the answer is right in front of us—he and all the other members of the Grateful Dead would have (and, in fact, did) make new and interesting music.

“We all fell under the spell of a guttural melancholy love song,” says Australia-raised, Nashville-based songwriter and guitarist, Jedd Hughes.

Today, S.G. Goodman announces her third studio album, Planting by the Signs, due out June 20 via her very own Slough Water Records / Thirty Tigers. Her first album in three years, it is a reminder of the Kentucky born and raised singer-songwriter’s razor-sharp lyricism, singular voice and seamless blend of indie rock and subtle rural influences. Pre-order Planting by the Signs here. 

ECM’s audiophile vinyl-reissue series Luminessence continues with Chick Corea's Piano Improvisations Vol. 1 and Bennie Maupin's The Jewel in the Lotus.

Dark Shadow Recording is proud to announce the release of “Ride On By,” the new single from Becky Buller’s forthcoming album of cover songs that have shaped her celebrated career. This dynamic rendition, penned by songwriter and wildlife biologist Dick Kimmel, is a longtime staple of Buller’s live shows and now makes its official debut on record.

Prepare yourself, Denver—two unforgettable nights of soulful grooves, vibrant jams, and legendary JGB tunes are coming your way! Melvin Seals & JGB, carrying the spirit and sound of the beloved Jerry Garcia Band, are hitting Cervantes' Masterpiece Ballroom with special guests, the critically-acclaimed California rockers, The Mother Hips, on Thursday, April 24th, and Friday, April 25th.

The Lil Smokies’ high-energy acoustic music has evolved into its own distinctive sound. Since their last album, Tornillo (2020), the band returns with two new members, bassist Jean Luc Davis and banjo player, Sam Armstrong-Zickefoose, adding to the core trio of dobro player Andy Dunnigan, lead guitarist the Reverend Matthew Rieger, and fiddler Jake Simpson. To showcase the new sound and augmented quintet lineup, the band has released a brand new album Break of the Tide, available now via Americana Vibes.

Elton John and Brandi Carlile release their acclaimed collaborative studio album, Who Believes In Angels?, out now via Interscope Records. Listen here. The highly anticipated album comes the week after Elton and Brandi debuted several tracks live during a magical evening of music and conversation at The London Palladium. The show, which received widespread 5-star reviews from critics, will air on CBS on Sunday, April 6 and ITV1, ITVX, STV and STV Player on Saturday, April 19.