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.

Over 90 minutes of Dr. John at his spellbinding best: ‘Live at the Village Gate’ captures a rare 1988 performance, fully restored for fans to relive the magic.

Full throttle and impossible to resist! Handsome Jack’s “Let’s Go Downtown” premieres today.

The John Lee Hooker estate debuts “Strings of Legacy,” a limited bourbon series honoring the Gibson guitars behind his signature sound.

After more than 55 years on the road, Little Feat share a previously unreleased Lowell George track and and outline their farewell plans.

Stroll under festive lights, sip creative Christmas cocktails, and explore holiday events near you! All curated by ABS writer Brant Buckley on his new site, Xmas Pop-Up Bars.

Erin Harpe’s ‘Let the Mermaids Flirt with Me’ pays tribute to Mississippi John Hurt, intertwining intimate acoustic arrangements with her signature fingerstyle blues.