A scorching SNL performance, and a single rocketing to #1, augers well for the latest album from the three-time GRAMMY-winning, multi-platinum band. Prepare for an epic stadium tour to follow with a historic three-night run at Fenway.
Sleater-Kinney, hailed by Rolling Stone as "America's fiercest punk band," shocked and awed fans with the surprise announcement of their first album in 10 years, 'No Cities To Love' (out now, Sub Pop), called "catchy as all-clashing hell" by Pitchfork, "the first great album of 2015" by the New York Times, and "a crowning jewel in their legacy" by GRAMMY-winner St. Vincent writing in Rolling Stone.
Brandi Carlile’s ‘The Firewatcher’s Daughter’ explodes with energy, urgency and pristine harmonies from being recorded entirely live without any demoing or practicing beforehand - alongside longtime collaborators The Twins, Tim and Phil Hanseroth.
This killer vocalist has earned comparison to Regina Spektor and Ingrid Michaelson thanks to her honest, confessional style of singing.
The dark, sexy new brainchild of Stuart Matthewman (co-founder of Sade) and vocalist Vanessa Bley (frontwoman of psych-rock outfit Beast Patrol and daughter of free jazz pianist Paul Bley) that melds noir jazz with midnight blues and cinematic grooves.
The Landreth siblings grew up sneaking into blues clubs in Winnipeg, where their dad played guitar. Now they're crisscrossing the Canada-America border with their own roots-rock sound anchored by four-part harmonies, slide guitar solos and influences ranging from Bonnie Raitt to another pair of bearded, brotherly bluesmen: the Allmans.
Mandolin Orange, the duo of Andrew Marlin and Emily Frantz, soar with their combination of strings and harmonies, their imaginative arching narratives grounded by an unvarnished, unmistakeable intimacy between the two.
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Venice-based rapper Crown and his So-Cal based live band the M.O.B. have created a "rootsy and Roots-y" (Entertainment Weekly) sound that combines "the confident, enunciated style of Jay Z" (OC Weekly) with "indie-pop hooks" (EW).
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From the rich bayou culture of Lafayette, LA comes Grammy-Nominated Feufollet, who are "pushing the boundaries of their genres" (NPR) with a melting pot sound that combines Cajun, classic country, indie rock, swamp pop, and earnest Americana.
Mandolin Orange, the duo of Andrew Marlin and Emily Frantz, soar with their combination of strings and harmonies, their imaginative arching narratives grounded by an unvarnished, unmistakeable intimacy between the two.
The acclaimed platinum-selling UK foursome have set a precedent for modern Brit rock. They are on tour for their first album released in three years, produced by Dave Fridmann.
The evocative, rough edged singer made his first #1 Billboard Country debut with 'I Don't Dance,' — whose title track is nominated for ACM’s “Single Record of the Year. In addition to being a top-notch entertainer, Lee wrote and produced 13 of the deluxe edition's 16 songs, and played almost every instrument.
The quartet of 19-20-year-olds exploded at SXSW, leading to a Conan performance, summer tour dates with My Morning Jacket, Modest Mouse and Real Estate, a Lollapalooza slot and more.
The Sri Lankan-American songwriter reflects America in 2015, folding biting social commentary into witty lyrics and stick-in-your-head melodies sung with an idiosyncratic tenor.
Celebrating 10 years, this trade organization supports the rights of 340+ independent labels (small and medium enterprises) in delivering innovative music to a fair and equitable marketplace, including lobbying in Congress for copyright protection and advocating for licensing rate parity for all creators.
Jazz piano wunderkind Joey Alexander has wowed the likes of Wynton Marsalis, Herbie Hancock and Bill Clinton with his sophisticated arrangements and joyful improvisation — ‘My Favorite Things’ is a crystallization of his potential.
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Intelligence Squared U.S. presents a live debate about our phones, tablets, and computers. They make life easier and put knowledge at our fingertips, but are they making us dependent and impairing cognitive ability?
In support of new "rapture-inducing" (Telegraph) 1st album of originals in 8 years. Full band, including Muscle Shoals legend David Hood.
This proud country traditionalist recently made Billboard history as the first independent male Country artist to debut #1 with the release of ’The Underdog,’ (2.17) — produced by Keith Stegall (Alan Jackson, George Jones) — all while staying true to his faith, family and fans.
With an imposing, gritty, Waylon-esque sound, this Flint, Michigan native is known for the ferocity of his live performances and big, whiskey-slugging, bare-knuckle songs pulled from his own back pages.
This proud country traditionalist recently made Billboard history as the first independent male Country artist to debut #1 with the release of ’The Underdog,’ (2.17) — produced by Keith Stegall (Alan Jackson, George Jones) — all while staying true to his faith, family and fans.
Celebrating 10 years, this trade organization supports the rights of 340+ independent labels (small and medium enterprises) in delivering innovative music to a fair and equitable marketplace, including lobbying in Congress for copyright protection and advocating for licensing rate parity for all creators.
Jazz piano wunderkind Joey Alexander has wowed the likes of Wynton Marsalis, Herbie Hancock and Bill Clinton with his sophisticated arrangements and joyful improvisation — ‘My Favorite Things’ is a crystallization of his potential.
With a reunion of the Seeger Sessions Band and special guest Nils Lofgren, the gala honors auteur Thom Zimny, to help raise funds for sarcoma research. To date, this non-profit has raised over $10M.
The Landreth siblings grew up sneaking into blues clubs in Winnipeg, where their dad played guitar. Now they're crisscrossing the Canada-America border with their own roots-rock sound anchored by four-part harmonies, slide guitar solos and influences ranging from Bonnie Raitt to another pair of bearded, brotherly bluesmen: the Allmans.
Mandolin Orange, the duo of Andrew Marlin and Emily Frantz, soar with their combination of strings and harmonies, their imaginative arching narratives grounded by an unvarnished, unmistakeable intimacy between the two.
Levon Helm's longtime collaborators - and alumni of bands for Dylan, Costello, Emmylou, and more - the in-demand roots musicians step out on their own with their debut album and headlining tour.
The Sri Lankan-American songwriter reflects America in 2015, folding biting social commentary into witty lyrics and stick-in-your-head melodies sung with an idiosyncratic tenor.
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This entrancing Brooklyn singer has paired up with Here We Go Magic's Luke Temple to blend haunting, swirling synthesizers, and enigmatic lyrics.
Eight-piece rock ensemble San Fermin have toured with St. Vincent, Arctic Monkeys and more and NPR Music said they're "electrified, amplified and, above all, emboldened" on their new Peter Katis-produced (Interpol, The National) LP 'Jackrabbit'
LA-based producer, songwriter and DJ captures the chill vibes of summertime in LA on his dreamy, synth-heavy new EP featuring collaborations with four rising female vocalists.
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This killer vocalist has earned comparison to Regina Spektor and Ingrid Michaelson thanks to her honest, confessional style of singing.
A 21st century Von Trapp family, the 14 member family deliver a sound that blend the traditional music of their Irish roots with Nashville’s modern multi-genre influences - all of which they write, arrange, and record themselves.
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Montreal quartet The Barr Brothers use a host of strange instruments including a harp, pump organ and fan-made instrument out of cardboard to explore the furthest reaches of folk, desert blues and beyond on ‘Sleeping Operator.’
Known as the house Les Paul built, where the electric guitar pioneer performed every Monday until his passing, The Iridium has hosted superstars like Paul McCartney, Jeff Beck, and Steve Miller, while shining a spotlight on up-and-comers making waves in the rock, jazz, pop and folk scenes.
LA-based singer who has a country-meets-Cali sound that's been endorsed by Rolling Stone ahead of his debut album.
With an imposing, gritty, Waylon-esque sound, this Flint, Michigan native is known for the ferocity of his live performances and big, whiskey-slugging, bare-knuckle songs pulled from his own back pages.
This entrancing Brooklyn singer has paired up with Here We Go Magic's Luke Temple to blend haunting, swirling synthesizers, and enigmatic lyrics.
This entrancing Brooklyn singer has paired up with Here We Go Magic's Luke Temple to blend haunting, swirling synthesizers, and enigmatic lyrics.
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This proud country traditionalist recently made Billboard history as the first independent Country artist to debut #1 with the release of ’The Underdog,’ (2.17) — produced by Keith Stegall (Alan Jackson, George Jones) — all while staying true to his faith, family and fans.
The acclaimed platinum-selling UK foursome have set a precedent for modern Brit rock. They are on tour for their first album released in three years, produced by Dave Fridmann.
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England born, New Orleans bred multi-instrumentalist/singer/songwriter infuses his signature NOLA funk with soulful vocals, masterful piano skills, and a knack for composing infectious grooves.
Seoul-born, New York-based musician and multimedia artist combines her powerful voice, poetic lyrics and intricate sound arrangements all while exploring provocative and controversial topics.
Known as the house Les Paul built, where the electric guitar pioneer performed every Monday until his passing, The Iridium has hosted superstars like Paul McCartney, Jeff Beck, and Steve Miller, while shining a spotlight on up-and-comers making waves in the rock, jazz, pop and folk scenes.
"Remarkable" (EW) singer-songwriter plays LA in support of career-peak album. Walter Martin of The Walkmen to support.
Known as the house Les Paul built, where the electric guitar pioneer performed every Monday until his passing, The Iridium has hosted superstars like Paul McCartney, Jeff Beck, and Steve Miller, while shining a spotlight on up-and-comers making waves in the rock, jazz, pop and folk scenes.
A scorching SNL performance, and a single rocketing to #1, augers well for the latest album from the three-time GRAMMY-winning, multi-platinum band. Prepare for an epic stadium tour to follow with a historic three-night run at Fenway.
Back after guitarist Tash Neal’s recovery from a hit-and-run accident, this blazing NYC duo inject youthful abandon into Lep Zep riffs with Band of Gypsies-style intensity — but with a tender side that recalls the wide-eyed power-pop of Big Star.
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