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photo of Bob McWilliams by Crystal Image A folk epiphany 50 years ago hooked the longtime jazz fan, who went on to found West Side Folk in Lawrence and is known to many as the veteran 'Trailmix' dj Bob McWilliams, the veteran Kansas…

BRISTOL – A line-up of fiddle stars and bluegrass bands will join forces to pay tribute to the late Gene…

Indonesian singer-songwriter Romantic Echoes has released a music video for their latest single, “Misteri.” READ MORE: Romantic Echoes: 'If you just focus on your truth, people will love what you do' The new single was released on…

Since leaving Fable, her 2002 debut album, folk singer-songwriter Amy Speace has been hailed for her deeply emotional and empathetic songs. She doesn't shy away from examining even the most painful parts of her personal history,…

So many artists, so little time. Every week we review a handful of new albums (from all genres), round up even more new music we'd call "indie" and talk about what metal comes out. We post music news, track premieres and more all day. We…

TV star Regina King's son Ian Alexander Jr has tragically died in a reported suicide just days before launching his music career. Days before his death, Ian, 26, posted on Instagram of an upcoming event in Bardot this month. He was a DJ and…

IRISH singer and songwriter Ciara O'Connor is living her dream life these days as a member of superstar Dua Lipa's backing band.…

Brett Yormark was elevated to COO of Roc Nation, Compant CEO Desiree Perez announced this week. Yormark previously served as co-CEO of Roc Nation Unified and president of business operations and strategy. According to the…

Shania Twain lost her record in the country music charts to Taylor Swift in the wake of praising the singer in a social media post. Over the weekend, Twain admitted that Swift broke her record as a female artist with the most weeks at No. 1…

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The spirit was severely bruised in tumultuous 2021 with the second wave leaving us in a state of struggle. After a disastrous year, in which live concerts were completely absent, the music slowly and steadily returned to the forefront.…

2021 was a one-year lunar launch for Houston artists: Megan Thee Stallion has won multiple Grammy's and collaborated with K-Pop sensation BTS; Travis Scott reconnected with Drake for "Fair Trade", Lizzo put an end to all these…

Every year for the past five years, award-winning singer and songwriter Billie Eilish has spoken to Vanity Fair to reflect on her music career and life. Every year the post asks her the same questions, so it's easy to see how the…

Singer Lisa Gentile has become the fourth woman to accuse Chris Noth of sexual assault. The Sex and the City actor faced allegations of sexual assault from three women, who used pseudonyms, last week and he responded by vehemently…

Before we dive into eggnog (and queso) and let visions of sugar plums dance through our heads for the holidays (and by sugar plums we mean barbecue tacos), wander around the latest announcements. Programming, Holiday Hits…

Steve Perry, "The Season"Journey alumnus Steve Perry must be proud of his high marks. On "The Season", he pushes a familiar repertoire - "Winter Wonderland", "Auld Lang Syne" - up to slow tempos and up to the scale where his tenor borders…

Jazz lovers can enjoy the annual holiday concert at Boscov's Berks Jazz Fest by pianist / composer David Benoit and get a glimpse of Berks Youth Chorus back in action Sunday at 3 a.m. at the Miller Center for the Arts at Reading Area…

Associated press Joanne Shenandoah, the famous Native American singer-songwriter who has performed in front of world leaders and on prominent stages, has passed away. She was 63 years old. The…

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Singer-songwriter Tina Mathieu joined DMN to discuss their sync licensing success, including a recently finalized Suave placement on TikTok. Photo credit: Olivier BergeronHaving recently placed her music in a Suave ad specially crafted for…

Copyright © 2021 Albuquerque Journal Kacey and Jenna Thunborg, 16-year-old twin sisters and western performers of Lemitar, were in a car heading to the Western Slope Cowboy Gathering in Grand Junction, Colorado, when the…

The Irish tell the story of a man who arrives at the gates of heaven asking to enter, and Saint Peter says: “Of course! Just show us your scars. The man says: “But… I have no scars”, and Saint Peter answers: “What a pity. Was there…

Ira Klein is a guitarist, banjoist and composer from Cambridge. (Photo: Ira Klein via Facebook) A free outdoor concert is offered Saturday on the newly renovated Palmer Street in Harvard Square by Club Passim, the Harvard Square Business…

Listening to a 15-second instrumental track on repeat for seven hours convinced Karen Eck that phone lines were an untapped resource for promoting Australian music.Since being put on hold for most of the day as she tried to change a plane…

Live music seems to be more powerful these days. Over the course of the conversations, the musicians share with me their deep gratitude and their relief to give concerts again. It must affect the energy and focus they put into each…

To hear more audio stories from publications like the New York Times, download Audm for iPhone or Android.Within the Indianapolis office of Joyful Noise Recordings, a specialty label that caters to vinyl-loving underground rock fans, is a…

Singer, songwriter and musician Patrick Saint Ange explores racism in America through his music. With a degree in English and Sociology from Harpur College of Arts and Sciences, Saint Ange performs under the stage name Saint…

Ciara at the GeekWire Summit in Seattle on Tuesday. (Photo GeekWire / Dan DeLong) Speaking about the decision to 'take it to the next level', both stepping out of her comfort zone and looking to release a single by that…

Before starting her New Year, singer and entrepreneur Julia Rose Segal '25 had already formed her own band, started a nonprofit, and appeared on the Kelly Clarkson show. Then, just a week after her first term at Stanford, she released her…

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City of Hope has confirmed a Grammy Award-winning artist for its 16th annual Songs of Hope Celebration. Brandi Carlile has joined the program and will receive the She is the Music Award, presented by Jody Gerson, President…

“I grew up with two very retro genres, and I think that had a huge impact on my sound,” says Francesca Panetta, who describes her music as “folk pop with a bit of country”. Singer-songwriter Francesca Panetta is aiming for a…

More than two dozen breweries across the United States have made a special beer to benefit musicians and other players in the music industry, many of whom have seen their livelihoods shattered by the coronavirus pandemic.Crosby Hops of…

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To say that Kentucky has a complicated relationship with coal is to take it lightly. Generations of miners have worked to power the nation despite dangerous working conditions and long term health effects like Black Lung. Although…

Arsena Schroeder has had her share of accomplishments as a freelance singer-songwriter for nearly a decade. The pop-soul artist has performed nationally and internationally while making a name for himself in the music industry. With…

Oslin also received three Grammy Awards and Country Music Association Vocalist of the Year in 1988. She was subsequently inducted into the Texas and Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. Kay Towanette Oslin was born on May 15, 1942 in…

Sonnet Warner Music Korea As Jubel has topped the charts in his native Sweden and across Europe, the dance-pop duo are expanding even further by enlisting one of Korea's most promising singers, Sonnet, in a truly…

An open-air festival of Ukrainian folk music, dance, food, arts and crafts commemorating the 30th anniversary of Ukraine's independence will be held on October 17 at the Ukrainian American Sport Center Tryzub, County Line and Lower State…

Panels, workshops; Special programs from music label artists. Observations of special artists, mix of DJ performances; And a special broadcast of the inaugural 2021 Female Songwriters Hall of Fame Awards; More to be announced…