Imagine a world where the heartland meets the highway, where every chord strummed tells a story of freedom and resilience. That's the world Tom Petty crafted for us—a world we all got to live in, even if just for the length of a song.

Tom was the kind of bloke who made you feel like you were riding shotgun in his beat-up car, windows down, wind in your hair, chasing the American dream down endless roads. His music wasn't just sound; it was an invitation to be part of something bigger, something real.

JUNO Award-nominated singer-songwriter Scott Helman is proud to announce the release of his new album, "Augusta 10," now available across all digital music platforms. Mirroring the original release date of his debut album "Augusta" a decade ago, this reimagined collection features newly recorded versions of tracks from the original album, blending their youthful spirit with a modern folk-soul sound.

Today, the supercollab rock ensemble THIS WILD DARKNESS releases "The Wild Darkness," the second single from their forthcoming five-track concept EP, The Notorious Memphis Rains, set to drop on October 25. Fans can also look forward to a limited-edition vinyl version accompanying the digital release.

Stream "The Wild Darkness" here.

Americana and roots rock collective Ted Z and the Wranglers are proud to announce the release of their poignant new single, "Williamsburg." Available now on all major streaming platforms, the track serves as a heartfelt message from frontman Ted Zakka to his son, encapsulating themes of personal growth, redemption, and hope for the next generation.

On October 18th, 2024, the acclaimed blues singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jerron Paxton will release his next album, Things Done Changed, on Smithsonian Folkways.

Pain. Poetry. Resilience. Resolve. It’s all part of Amy Speace’s new album, The American Dream—out now on Windbone Records. Reflections from every era of the lauded songwriter’s life are represented—a childhood bike ride with friends, an artistic awakening as a 20-something New Yorker, a painful divorce—and turned into fuel for chasing down her own bolder, brighter present; all made possible by Speace’s triple-threat talent as a songwriter, storyteller, and otherworldly singer.

Celebrated New Orleans folk/Americana band Father Ron and Friends are thrilled to announce that the title track of their new album, "Forever The Seasons" [Louisiana Red Hot Records], has been honored with a Bronze Medal at the Global Music Awards. This prestigious recognition comes as the band gears up for their Fall-Winter 2024 tour, featuring performances across the South and West Coast, including a special show at Hollywood's storied The Viper Room acoustic lounge.

Today, GRAMMY-nominated trio Midland released the deluxe version of their critically acclaimed new album Barely Blue, adding duets with Kaitlin Butts and Paul Cauthen to the previously released songs “Vegas” and “Lone Star State of Mind.” Over the weekend, the band headlined Red Rocks Amphitheatre as part of The Get Lucky Tour, which continues through the end of the year. Find a full list of tour dates below or visit their website.

In honor of three decades of blues excellence, Ruf Records is thrilled to announce a special 30th Anniversary Tour featuring an extraordinary lineup of artists who have shaped the label's legacy. The tour launches on Thursday, November 7, at the Carnegie of Homestead Music Hall, located at 510 E. 20th Ave. Doors open at 7:00 PM, and the show begins at 8:00 PM. Tickets range from $49.75 to $79.75 and are available at librarymusichall.com.

After playing their first-ever show on US soil at ProgStock Festival on October 20, 2024, UK Band Lifesigns will take to the road for a one-week tour with support from Mike Keneally (Zappa, Satriani, Devon Townsend, ProgJect) and Matt Dorsey (Beth Hart, Sound of Contact, ProgJect, Dave Kerzner Band).