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Country music fans around the world are mourning the loss of Buck Trent, a true legend in the genre, who passed away this morning. He was 85. Trent's name became synonymous with the twang of the banjo and the soulful strumming of the guitar. His star rose to new heights through his appearances on the iconic television show, Hee Haw, where his performances brought joy to millions, as well as The Porter Wagoner Show, The Marty Stuart Show, and more. His infectious energy, signature smile, and unparalleled musical talent endeared him to audiences far and wide.

Tipitina’s Record Club – an exclusive subscription service from Tipitina’s, the legendary New Orleans nightclub owned and operated by Galactic – is celebrating the late great Walter Wolfman Washington with Feel So At Home, a posthumous new album arriving on CD, vinyl, digital download, and at all streaming services on Friday, November 17.

Georgia-based pop-powerhouse Elijah Johnston returns with Hometown Vampire, his sixth studio album and debut release on Strolling Bones Records. Lauded by Flagpole Magazine as a fast-rising “indie scene legend,” Johnston continues to turn heads for his remarkable songwriting talent, which draws on astute social commentary and self-effacing humor to examine timely observations about the human condition.

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Rufus and Martha Wainwright are extremely happy to announce the date and some details for their annual Christmas show, “A Not So Silent Night,” to take place at The Town Hall on December 22. A family tradition, the two siblings will be joined by their immediate family as well other members of the Wainwright and McGarrigle clans. Emmylou Harris is a part of the tradition too. She has been a part of almost every Christmas show since its inception since she had a strong creative history with the Wainwrights’ mother, Kate McGarrigle. Norah Jones is also a returning guest to the annual show.

After an eight-year recording hiatus, Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out are announcing the release of TWO new singles this week: "Heading East To West Virginia" and "When I Get There." Both songs will be available to radio and digital streaming services Friday, October 6th.

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Dive deep into the mystical realms with Be's latest sonic masterpiece, "Can Dreams Come True." Imbibing in rich Indian flavors, the track serves as a tribute to the profound influence of North Indian Classical music, yoga, and meditation on frontman David Hawkins’ life.

Last night, singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Louis Cato took the stage on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to perform the title track from his new album, Reflections. The performance marks the first musical guest following the show’s pause amidst the writer’s strike. Watch/share the performance HERE.

For more than 20 years, celebrated archival label Light in the Attic (LITA) has shined a spotlight on some of music’s most unique – and often forgotten – voices. But reviving these long-out-of-print recordings is only half of the process. “We believe that an essential component of archival work, aside from simply honoring the music, is to seek ways in which to bring fresh perspectives, context, and reverence to the original artists and their work,” says LITA Founder and Co-Owner, Matt Sullivan.

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Today, Craft Recordings announces its exclusive line-up of titles for RSD Black Friday, taking place on November 24 at participating independent retailers. This year’s releases include seven limited-edition pressings from a wide range of genres and eras, encompassing everything from midcentury jazz to post-millennium punk.

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Today, NEW YEAR’S EVE LIVE: NASHVILLE’S BIG BASH announced that the annual event will return to CBS in a new multi-year deal. Praised for bringing together the biggest stars in country music for an “only-in-Nashville concert special,” (The Tennessean), this year’s party will be anchored by Thomas Rhett, Lainey Wilson and Lynyrd Skynyrd on the main stage at Nashville’s Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park.  The special will air live on Sun., Dec.

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