Dear Doug,

When I got the call in June to join you at my local NY deli, Russ & Daughters, to riff for an hour on Big Oil, music and copyright in a tiny Secret Service swarmed kitchen I wanted to grab a bagel! Who knew that within weeks Kamala’s trajectory would change, and soon you’ll hopefully become America’s 1st First Gentleman. Congratulations Doug!

Stax Records and Craft Recordings announce Johnnie Taylor, One Step From the Blues, a new collection featuring a dozen heart-breaking songs of passion and betrayal from the gospel-soul-R&B singer.

Larry Bellorín, the legend of Llanera music, and Grammy-nominated bluegrass and old-time musician Joe Troop are back with their sophomore album, Manos Panamericanos, set for release on September 13. Despite their hectic touring schedule, the duo found time to reward fans with a second album, delivering an inspired collection of original and traditional songs featuring their signature musical mashup of “Latingrass.”

A long-awaited reissue of Bob Neuwirth’s self-titled debut album is set for CD and vinyl release on September 27, 2024 in conjunction with its 50th anniversary. Neuwirth, known for his multifaceted six-decade career, has been described as “the best pure songwriter of any of us” by T Bone Burnett and “a shakespearean jester who’s wiser than all the rest” by Kris Kristofferson.

“Part of the reason why we gravitated towards Americana and country music was that the tradition was so full of complicated characters, and storytelling,’ says Grammy- and Tony-Winner Michael Cerveris, who along with Kimberly Kaye, fronts Loose Cattle, a band who have been part of New Orleans, Louisiana’s uniquely diverse and eclectic roots music scene for over a decade.

Denver psych-groove rock band RADO is thrilled to announce the release of its debut album, “Baker's Measurements,” which dropped on August 9, 2024. The offering is a celebration of the genre-blending, improvisational band’s musical evolution, capturing the essence of their live performances and the raw spontaneity that has won the quartet fans across the country. To celebrate, RADO hosted an album release party at Cervantes' Other Side on that same day.

Beth Hart is pleased to announce three UK concerts in February 2025, taking in Bristol Beacon (February 18th), London Eventim Apollo (February 20th), and Warwick Arts Centre (February 22nd).

Planet Rock’s 48-hour ticket pre-sale starts 10am on Wednesday August 14th.  

Tickets go on general sale at 10am on Friday August 16th at www.alttickets.com/beth-hart-tickets.

Today, Amplifyd, the online auction house for influential artists, brands and private collectors to sell music and entertainment related memorabilia and VIP fan experiences, launches the Amplifyd Signature Series - 12” Trance Classics. This exclusive and first-of-its-kind collection features 50+ classic 12” records autographed for charity by legendary artists including Tiësto, Armin Van Buuren, Sasha, Paul Oakenfold, Ferry Corsten, Chicane, The Thrillseekers, M.I.K.E. Push, and Agnelli & Nelson. The collection includes several of Mixmag’s 50 Greatest Dance Tracks of All Time.

Ashtyn Barbaree is an internationally touring singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Fayetteville, Arkansas, noted for her distinctive style of ethereal vocals, heartfelt songwriting, and passionate performances. Barbaree’s dedication to creating authentic, emotionally resonant music continues to push boundaries and enchant audiences. Her latest project, Sent Through The Ceiling, is set for independent release on October 25.

Born and raised just a few minutes from Nashville’s Music Row, Teddy and the Rough Riders—the songwriting/vocal duo of Jack Quiggins and Ryan Jennings—blossomed in Nashville’s alternative-rock boom of the 2000s, spearheaded by the likes of Jack White and JEFF the Brotherhood. Through experimentation and sharing stages with groups like The Raconteurs and Natural Child, they naturally merged their rock leanings with the traditional country roots of Music City, developing a sound that is uniquely cosmic-Americana.