From British blues roots to a defining live document, Robin Trower’s 50th anniversary edition of ‘Live!’ revisits a pivotal moment at the height of his powers.
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Lauren Anderson and Kara Frazier confront the cost of connection in their new collaborative single.
Corey Henry & the Treme Funktet made their mark at the GRAMMYs, and return home to continue their Thursday night residency at Vaughan’s Lounge with more shows and new music on the horizon.
Backline launches B-LINE, a first-of-its-kind 24/7 mental health and crisis support line created exclusively for the music industry.
Folk Alliance International kicked off its 38th annual conference with the International Folk Music Awards. Highlights included Artist of the Year for I’m With Her and Carsie Blanton, Song of the Year for Crys Matthews’ “Sleeves Up,” and the inaugural Global Folk Album Award for The Baltic Sisters. Lifetime Achievement Awards went to Taj Mahal, Clifton Chenier, and Louisiana Folk Roots, while rising talent Yasmin Williams and socially conscious artist Kyshona were also recognized. With over 125 events, official showcases, and global collaborations, FAI’s conference celebrates the community, activism, and enduring creativity of folk music worldwide.
Two cornerstone albums from Chess Records — Etta James’ At Last! and Chuck Berry’s Berry Is On Top — are brought back into focus, with Bo Diddley and Muddy Waters set to follow, reminding listeners why these recordings still matter.
Gibson recreates Keith Richards’ legendary 1960 ES-355 with hand-aged replicas, limited editions, and signature tone.
A new Gibson docuseries looks at Tony Iommi’s working-class roots, Black Sabbath, and the sound that changed rock music.
Eric Bibb’s new track “If You’re Free” reminds us: stay grateful, and stay awake to the suffering around us.
Mavericks’ Max Abrams releases a cinematic cover of “Wicked Game,” showcasing his latest album ‘Samba Americana’ while continuing to support Raul Malo and celebrating the band’s enduring legacy.