For years, Black Americans have celebrated Juneteenth. The day slavery ended in America. One day we can collectively come together and celebrate being free from bondage. Remembering all our ancestors endured so that we can exist in the world today without repercussions based on the color of our skin. Whether it’s having a barbecue, concert, […]
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The Rolling Stones announced their new single “Jealous Lover,” will be released June 26th. The track is the latest to be unveiled from their forthcoming studio album Foreign Tongues, due for release on July 10th via Capitol Records. As anticipation for the album continues to build, “Jealous Lover” offers another compelling example of the band’s remarkable ability
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Lakeside and the music world lost Fred Alexander, Jr. on June 14, 2026. He was 72 years-old. I had the pleasure of performing with him for 49 years. Fred, or “Lil Fred” as I called him, was a master drummer and percussionist. He joined our Funk Band Lakeside in 1977, right before our first hit
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Acclaimed Oscar and Grammy-winning musician Ryan Bingham shares the official music video for his song, “Let The Big Dog Eat.” Directed by Scott Ballew (Love Letter to Texas), the video was filmed earlier this spring during Bingham’s special album release show at The Long Time in Austin, TX. Set at the vintage sandlot field home to the
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Motown Records continues its mentorship journey. Back in the day, Motown would oversee every aspect of their client roster: from The Supremes to The Temptations. today announced the launch of the New Legends Internship Program, a new initiative designed to create meaningful pathways for students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to access careers
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Few musicians can trace their careers from playing alongside legends as teenagers to helping build one of the most successful rock bands in American history. In this edition of Tales From the History of Rock & Roll, we look at the remarkable journey of guitarist Neal Schon and the events that helped shape the rise
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A wide range of new music arrived this week, from anniversary reissues and debut EPs to new singles spanning rock, pop, electronic, gospel, and country-inspired sounds. Duane Betts Releases Isle of Hope Duane Betts has released his new album, Isle of Hope, via Sun Records. The project marks his first release with the label. Coinciding
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This ongoing series explores the stories behind some of music’s most influential artists, tracing the moments, decisions, and recordings that helped shape their careers. From unexpected first hits and career-changing opportunities to little-known facts and lasting legacies, these are the tales that helped define generations of popular music. The second artist in this series of
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She & Him have revealed plans for a new US tour – their first in four years. Since releasing their critically lauded seventh studio album, Melt Away: A Tribute To Brian Wilson, in 2022 She & Him’s Zooey Deschanel and M. Ward experienced a sudden surge in popularity when “I Thought I Saw Your Face Today” – the very first song Deschanel shared
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Multi-platinum rock legends Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms are teaming up once again for an electrifying co-headlining summer tour. Known for signature hits like “Run-Around” and “Hey Jealousy,” the bands will launch a 36-date run on Monday, July 6 at the Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park. The tour will span coast-to-coast, stopping at iconic venues including the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles and SummerStage in New York City’s Central Park, before wrapping up on Saturday, September
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The Culver Steps, a dynamic mixed-use development in downtown Culver City, California (https://theculversteps.com), invites the community to enjoy a free live performance by Charlie Sputnik on Thursday, June 11th, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. as part of its “Sounds on The Steps” summer music series. A versatile Franco-American vocalist, producer, educator and DJ, Sputnik is known
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Chicago’s MV Wells steps out front with Le Dauphin, his debut solo album. Artwork by Paul Whitehead, known for his work with early Genesis. Public Stream Album Country superstar Riley Green announces his fourth studio album, That’s Just Me out September 18th. Produced by Dann Huff and Green, the project will be released via Nashville
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Country music icon Randy Travis was celebrated across Tennessee this week with multiple honors recognizing his enduring impact on country music, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of his landmark debut album, Storms of Life. On June 5, the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development, the Hendersonville, and Sumner County Tourism unveiled a Tennessee Music Pathways marker
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Chart-topping global superstar Niall Horan released his fourth solo studio album, Dinner Party, today via Capitol Records. The album is cinematic and organic, with songs that play like memories being gently created. As writer Larisha Paul observed in The Rolling Stone Interview with Niall Horan, “More than anything, Dinner Party is a celebration of life and love.” Julian Bunetta and John Ryan, Horan’s longtime collaborators, served as executive producers.
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Today, GRAMMY®-winning, record-breaking singer-songwriter Shaboozey returns with his new infectious single “Cowgirl.” Following the April release of early album track “Born To Die,” “Cowgirl” is the latest preview into his highly anticipated forthcoming concept album The Outlaw Cherie Lee & Other Western Tales. The expansive narrative-driven record promises to push Shaboozey’s trail-blazing, genre-colliding style even further. The accompanying Western-inspired
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GRAMMY-winning, Tony and Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter and Epic Records recording artist Sara Bareilles sets her new album, Good Grief, for August 28—presave/preorder HERE. Alongside the announcement, Bareilles is debuting the album’s first single, “Home”—listen/share HERE. Bareilles will also make her long-awaited return to the stage this fall for her deeply personal Good Grief Tour, promoted by Live Nation. Good Grief marks Bareilles’ seventh studio
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Peabo Bryson at soundcheck in Mobile, Alabama in 1979 In May, we lost several legendary figures in music. Foster Sylvers, a member of the talented family group The Sylvers, known for hits including “Boogie Fever” and “Misdemeanor,” passed away on May 30, 2026, at the age of 64. Record executive and guitarist John McClain passed
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GRAMMY-nominated multi-platinum selling artist Bryson Tiller has announced that he will be returning to the stage for his upcoming headline tour Bryson Tiller Presents: The Neo Trapsoul Tour, with support from Majid Jordan, Ty Dolla $ign and Austin Millz on select dates. Produced by Live Nation, the expansive 61-date run kicks off with the US leg on August 27, 2026 in West Valley City, Utah making
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