Fifty years ago, a long-haired 19-year-old concert junkie was a student at the University of Hawaii’s Manoa campus in Honolulu. A devoted hard rock fan, he counted recent concerts by Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath among his favorites. Acoustic music wasn’t on his radar until he attended a show by Hawaiian slack guitar masters Cecilio and Kapono at the Waikiki Shell. Intrigued by their unique harmonies and guitar work, he decided to see another acoustic performance — this time by 12-string master Leo Kottke.

Pickathon, the renowned annual music event that has redefined what a festival can truly be, is thrilled to announce its 25th Anniversary lineup, featuring a curated mix of legendary artists and rising stars—59 bands in total—across a diverse range of genres. Much more than just a music festival, Pickathon is a four-day city built on the pillars of community and creativity. For 2025, headliners include indie rock giants Portugal.

Three of the 5-string banjo’s leading ladies: Kristin Scott Benson, Gena Britt, and Alison Brown, team up for a jaw-dropping version of the classic Ralph Stanley instrumental “Ralph’s Banjo Special.” The track is a tantalizing teaser for the upcoming star-studded 80th Anniversary Stanley Brothers Tribute album to be released on Compass Records later this year.

Johnny Cash, born on February 26, 1932, in Kingsland, Arkansas, remains one of the most iconic and influential voices in American music. Raised in a farming family during the hardships of the Great Depression, he discovered an early love for gospel and folk tunes on the radio, influences that would soon shape his own sound. After serving in the Air Force, he settled in Memphis, where he auditioned for Sun Records and began melding country, gospel, and rockabilly elements into a style that was unmistakably his.

Project Pabst, the beloved music festival brought to you by Pabst Blue Ribbon and independent promoter True West, is thrilled to announce the lineup for its 2025 edition. Returning to Waterfront Park in Portland, Oregon on July 26 and 27, the two-day festival known for its fan-friendly experience and deep connection to the Pacific Northwest’s local culture brings together a stacked lineup of legendary icons, cult favorites, and rising stars.

In 1964, one year before A Charlie Brown Christmas brought cartoonist Charles M. Schulz’s PEANUTS® to TV screens across America, the Vince Guaraldi Trio breathed life into its beloved characters through a series of now-iconic cues.

Infinity, the 52nd album by internationally acclaimed American rock singer-songwriter Elliott Murphy, will be released on March 7, 2025, across all streaming platforms, including Spotify and Apple Music. The album will also be available as a limited edition CD and Vinyl LP.

Z2 Entertainment is thrilled to present an electrifying night of music featuring Magic Beans, along with special guests Squeaky Feet and Graham Good, at 10 Mile Music Hall on Saturday, April 12, 2025. Doors open at 8:00 PM, with the show kicking off at 8:30 PM. This high-energy event is 18+, and general admission tickets are on sale now at Z2 Entertainment.

Trailblazing instrumental electronic outfit STS9 will bring their transcendent live experience to Dillon Amphitheater on Saturday, August 30, and Sunday, August 31, 2025. With support from Michal Menert (8/30) and Mark Farina (8/31), these two nights promise to deliver an unforgettable fusion of sound, light, and collective energy in one of Colorado’s most scenic venues.

Trevor Hall, the acclaimed singer-songwriter known for his soul-stirring blend of folk, roots, and world music, is set to return to the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Sunday, June 15, 2025. Joining him for this special evening under the Colorado sky will be Thee Sacred Souls, bringing their signature modern soul sound, and Fruit Bats (solo), the celebrated indie-folk project of Eric D. Johnson.