New Jersey Americana artist Dave Murphy releases stripped-down, acoustic folk single "One More Time" (featuring Mark Erelli) today. Americana Highways writes that it's "good, resonant solid acoustic guitars, reflective tones and an easy flowing style characterize the music, and the message asks if there’s still enough hope, or 'is it time for this old man to walk down the dusty path?'”
 

Renowned actress and award-winning recording artist Dawnn Lewis has earned a well-deserved nomination for the 2025 NAACP Image Award in the category of Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance (Television) for her portrayal of Captain Carol Freeman in Star Trek: Lower Decks. This recognition underscores her extraordinary vocal talent and her continued ability to bring compelling characters to life across various mediums.
 

The Blues Foundation proudly celebrates the conclusion of the 40th International Blues Challenge (IBC), which brought together thousands of blues enthusiasts from across the globe to Memphis last week. This landmark event, held on Beale Street, spotlighted exceptional blues talent and reaffirmed the genre’s enduring influence.

The Blues Foundation is excited to announce the winners of the 2025 International Blues Challenge:

2025 IBC Winners

Rock singer, songwriter, and guitarist RONI LEE has always been a force of nature, with her background stretching back to the ‘70s Los Angeles punk band Venus and the Razorblades, as well as writing songs for The Runaways. On the SoCal artist’s new EP FEELS GOOD 2 BE BAD—out February 7 via her label Play Like A Girl Records in collaboration with Von Artists and The Orchard distribution—feral guitar riffs, haunting violin melodies, and fiery vocals are all merged for maximum impact.

Without Elmore James, the slashing sound of electric blues slide guitar would have been very different indeed. The Richland, Mississippi native played an immeasurable role in defining the modern concept of applying a bottleneck across the strings of a guitar, and his tortured vocal cries and wails were every bit the thoroughly thrilling equal of his sizzling fretwork.

Them Coulee Boys kick off the new year with an upbeat new single, "Up Close," showcasing the band's playful side. The second release from the band's upcoming album, No Fun In The Chrysalis, the song "embraces the whimsy and 'throw caution to the wind' attitude that comes with attraction — if you can fall, you can fall fast," says songwriter Soren Staff.

Father Ron and Friends, the acclaimed New Orleans-based folk/Americana band, proudly announce their receipt of the Global Music Award for the title track of their latest album, Forever The Seasons, released under Louisiana Red Hot Records. Building on their successful Buffa’s Sunday Residency, the band continues to resonate with audiences through their heartfelt music and unwavering commitment to community justice.

Today, Canada’s finest roots reggae band The Human Rights has announced the March 7 release of its fourth album, One People, another testament to the group’s tireless mission to spread good vibes along with good grooves.

Today, legendary British band Cymande releases their new single, “How We Roll,” featuring British DJ and music producer Jazzie B (Soul II Soul) – listen here. This is the third single from their highly anticipated new album, Renascence, which is set for release on January 31, 2025, via BMG. Pre-order here.

On January 10, 2024 lifelong bluegrass singer and bandleader, Audie Blaylock passed away unexpectedly at his home in Auburn, Indiana at just 61 years old. Blaylock’s final role was lead singer and guitarist with his own band, Redline. On the first anniversary of Blaylock’s passing, a very special song will be released to fans and radio.