Birmingham trailblazer Rebecca Downes returns with ‘A Storm Is Coming’—her sixth studio album and most fearless yet. Released Oct. 31 via her own Mad Hat Records, the album finds Downes and longtime collaborator Steve Birkett pushing blues-rock’s emotional and creative boundaries while staying true to its soul.

‘King of Them All’ unpacks the pioneering label that gave the world James Brown, genre-crossing hits, and a behind-the-scenes story every music fan needs to see.

The bass and voice behind classics like “Ride My See-Saw” and “I’m Just a Singer (In a Rock and Roll Band),” Lodge was a constant presence in the band for over five decades.

In this installment of Language of the Blues, author and rocker Debra Devi traces how “the blues” evolved from 17th-century slang for delirium tremens to the rhythmic, emotional, and spiritual language born from African traditions, field hollers, and the will to survive.

Tommy Emmanuel sings, experiments, and surprises on “Maxine.” From his upcoming album ‘Living in the Light’ (out Oct. 10), the video reveals his mastery across instruments and decades of experience.

Award-winning folk, local flavor, and singalongs for all ages — Father Ron and Friends are bringing it to fall fests, lawn concerts, and porch performances.

Mark Wenner has led The Nighthawks for over 50 years, delivering rootsy, heart-on-the-sleeve blues that never waver. In our latest conversation, he talks music, motorcycles, and why he’s still playing as much—and as well—as ever.

Riot Fest made the case that its roots run deep, with Jack White, IDLES, Marky Ramone, Stiff Little Fingers, Bad Religion, Camper Van Beethoven, The Hold Steady, the Pogues, and more!

Nick Hexum takes a solo turn down Americana and bluegrass roads, revealing his new album, tour surprises, and the bonds that have kept 311 together for three decades.

Christone “Kingfish” Ingram brought his ‘Hard Road’ Tour to Chicago’s Park West with opener Buffalo Nichols. He introduced tracks from his new album and performed fan favorites like “662” and “Outside of This Town” while moving through the audience and passing out guitar picks.