Craft Recordings and Traveling Wilburys unveil the newly restored 4K version of the iconic music video for “End of the Line.” Thanks to meticulous restoration work from the original rushes, fans can now experience this timeless classic with stunning visual detail.
Year: 2024
“Blues is a living, breathing art form, and Cody brings a skill and passion that we’re really looking forward to tapping into. It opens up a lot of avenues for us to explore sonically that haven’t been available in the past, and that’s very compelling for me,” guitarist Matthew Stubbs tells us. Listen to the lead single from the chart-topping power trio’s forthcoming ‘EP Volume 2’ out in spring of 2025!
“He was my hero, man. I remember watching him on ‘Soul Train’ and ‘Hee Haw.’ I was so proud that this was my father. I was looking at the TV saying, ‘I love you, man.'”
Ronnie Baker Brooks reflects on his father Lonnie’s legacy, blending family, blues, and life lessons in his new Alligator Records album ‘Blues in My DNA.’ From a strict upbringing that taught him the value of hard work to the bittersweet farewell to his mentor, Ronnie carries on the tradition of authenticity and soul in every note.
Lifetime Achievement Award to be bestowed to Indigo Girls! Sarah Jarosz, Nick Lowe, Kaïa Kater, Allison Russell, Sierra Ferrell, Peggy Seeger, Rhiannon Giddens, among others earn IFMA nominations for Best of 2024 Awards.
The Allman Betts Family Revival kicked off their eighth tour at a sold-out Arcada Theatre in St. Charles, IL, delivering an unforgettable night of musical magic. Devon Allman, Duane Betts, and a star-studded lineup honored the Allman Brothers’ legacy with epic jams on classics like “Whipping Post” and “Midnight Rider.”
The concert was a heartfelt tribute to family, collaboration, and timeless music, leaving the crowd thankful and in awe. With the tour crossing iconic venues, fans can look forward to more memorable performances before it wraps up on December 21st.
As the year winds down, dive into these standout blues releases from Giles Robson & John Primer, Elles Bailey, Joanne Shaw Taylor, Sean Taylor, Ten Years After, and Terry Marshall & Friends!
Madfish Music announces Laura Nyro’s ‘Hear My Song – The Collection 1966-1995,’ a deluxe 19-CD box set, releasing December 6, 2024. This limited edition set includes all 10 studio albums, six live albums (with two previously unreleased concerts), Nyro’s original 1966 demo tape, and rare bonus material.
Featuring in-depth liner notes, a foreword by Sir Elton John, and testimonials from music legends, the collection celebrates Nyro’s groundbreaking artistry and lasting influence on music.
“Little Bit” emphasizes living in the moment and slowing down to savor life’s precious details. The track is part of their upcoming album, ‘Bloom,’ set for release on January 24, 2025.
“This book wrote itself,” says Cary Baker about ‘Down On The Corner: Adventures in Busking and Street Music.’ Reflecting on life’s transitions — from closing his PR firm to moving to the desert — he delves into the colorful, often untold stories of buskers, from icons like Elvis Costello to street performers like Grandpa Elliott.
He discusses his deep love for the written word, recounts a remarkable tale of Mick Jagger thanking Ramblin’ Jack Elliott for playing in a subway station during a school field trip, and more. It’s these serendipitous moments that make both Baker’s book and his career truly unique.
A wonderful world indeed. And Thanksgiving Day is a perfect time to be grateful for it.