The New Year starts here with a spectacular flourish, an acoustic version of the Americana-tinged “Leave The Light On” from the multi-award winning chanteuse. The original track is on the best-selling album ‘Beneath The Neon Glow,’ which achieved mainstream chart success in the UK last year.

Peter Yarrow’s passing leaves Paul Stookey as the only member of Peter, Paul and Mary left alive. The trio’s “Puff the Magic Dragon” in 1963 introduced a mass market to the folk boom that had been primarily the genre of choice for the academic community spearheaded by acts like Dylan, Tom Paxton, and Tom Rush.

Listen to the first single, “If,” from Big Al and the Heavyweights’ upcoming album ‘Blues Power.’

At 87, Buck’s music is shaped by a deep connection to the city’s storied blues scene, which he entered in 1953. His album ‘Willie Buck and The Delmark All-Stars Live at Buddy Guy’s Legends’ reflects his lifelong dedication to the genre, with both original tracks and classic covers.

At a sold-out Thalia Hall, Bill Murray took to the stage with the Blood Brothers band for an unforgettable performance. Despite initial nerves, Murray’s charisma and passion for music shone through as he belted out hits like Dylan’s “Like a Rolling Stone” and The Kinks’ “Tired of Waiting.” With an all-star cast, including blues veterans Mike Zito and Albert Castiglia, the night was a celebration of both Murray’s comedic charm and musical talent.

Hosted by Duane Betts, the star-studded event will take place on February 28, 2025, at Macon City Auditorium, featuring Warren Haynes, Derek Trucks, Susan Tedeschi, Oteil Burbridge, Devon Allman, and more. Tickets go on sale January 13. A portion of the proceeds will support music education in honor of Dickey Betts.

With a dynamic live show and a fresh album in tow, Lake Street Dive blends soul, funk, and jazz as they gear up for their European tour following a memorable Chicago performance!

Featuring iconic guitarist Joanna Connor and an all-star lineup, this track is a bold statement of passion, grit, and Chicago blues!

ICYMI: The Owsley Stanley Foundation of Grateful Dead fame released ‘You’re Doin’ Fine,’ a sumptuous three-CD set capturing John Hammond at two 1973 concerts at the Boarding House, a small club in San Francisco. The sound man was Owsley Stanley who invented the Grateful Dead’s wall of sound technology.

“I didn’t know that Owsley was recording that show. I was told he was the sound man, but I didn’t understand the significance of it. I mean the sound is great.”

Legendary actor Bill Murray is teaming up with Gulf Coast Records artists Mike Zito and Albert Castiglia for the “Bill Murray and His Blood Brothers” tour, kicking off January 3rd in Chicago. Special guest Jimmy Vivino, whose debut album drops February 14th, joins the lineup.