Irish harpist and vocal enchantress Joy Shannon has delivered a breathtaking dream-walk that pairs her ethereal melodies with the legendary poetry of J.R.R. Tolkien. Created as a beacon of hope during Shannon’s own courageous battle with breast cancer, In the Forest Singing Sorrowless is a stunning testament to the healing power of art and purpose. Featuring an incredible lineup of guest contributors—including Tolkien’s great-granddaughter Ruth Tolkien and the mesmerizing Maria Franz of Heilung—the album weaves a dark folk tapestry that feels as ancient as the Irish burial mounds Shannon explored in her previous works like Aes SÃdhe. It is a profound, intimate excavation of grief and love that resonates with a “heartbeat of the earth” rarely captured in modern music.
The musical chemistry on this release is nothing short of supernatural, with the brooding cello of Kakophonix adding a rich, cinematic depth to Shannon’s intricate harp arrangements. From the heartbreaking resonance of “Beren and Lúthien” to the haunting, atmospheric reimagining of “Misty Mountains,” Shannon manages to find the pulse of Middle-earth through a uniquely Celtic lens. This isn’t just a tribute; it is a lush, sorrowless haven that provides a much-needed escape from the modern world. For fans of gothic folk and mythic storytelling, this album is an absolute triumph of the spirit, proving once again that Shannon is one of the most vital voices in the dark folk scene today.
The unstoppable 9X JUNO Award winners Arkells have just dropped a certified banger with their new single “Money,” and it is exactly the kind of vibrant, synth-drenched anthem we need right now. Teaming up with the legendary John Gourley of Portugal. The Man, the track dives deep into our complicated, ego-driven relationship with finances, delivering a “godless” critique wrapped in an irresistible feel-good melody. Frontman Max Kerman’s sharp songwriting shines here, finding the perfect rebellious foil in Gourley’s guest vocals to create a track that feels both globally relevant and sonically explosive. Following the success of “What Good?”, this new release serves as a thrilling second look at the band’s highly anticipated 2026 album.
The momentum is truly electric as the Hamilton heroes prepare for a massive 2026, including a high-profile performance at the JUNO Awards in their hometown. Before they take the stage at the TD Coliseum, the band is heading across the pond for a series of intimate, up-close European and UK dates that are already selling out at lightning speed. Fans in Manchester and London have already snapped up every ticket, eager to hear a preview of the new record in these legendary small clubs. Whether they are surprising fans at a Jonas Brothers concert or sold-out holiday shows in Niagara Falls, Arkells continue to prove why they are the gold standard of Canadian rock and roll—bringing an infectious energy that keeps everyone’s eyes on the prize.
Dec 18 – Niagara Falls, ON – OLG Stage (Sleigh The Night) – SOLD OUT
Mar 12 – Berlin, Germany – Mikropol
Mar 13 – Hamburg, Germany – Nochtspeicher
Mar 15 – Cologne, Germany – Artheater
Mar 17 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Bitterzoet
Mar 19 – Manchester, United Kingdom – Deaf Institute – SOLD OUT
Mar 20 – London, United Kingdom – Underworld – SOLD OUT
Mar 29 – Hamilton, ON – TD Coliseum (2026 JUNO Awards)
Prepare for a rock and roll masterclass as the supergroup Close Enemies officially hits the road this January for an intimate string of “An Evening With” performances. This band is a total powerhouse, anchored by the iconic Tom Hamilton—Rock and Roll Hall of Fame bassist for Aerosmith—and legendary drummer Tony Brock of The Babys and Rod Stewart fame. They are joined by the elite guitar duo of Peter Stroud and Trace Foster, along with the electrifying vocals of Chasen Hampton. This isn’t just a concert; it’s a high-octane celebration of rock lineage, featuring a setlist that masterfully balances their incredible new original material with heart-pounding classics from the Aerosmith and The Babys songbooks.
The tour kicks off on January 2nd at the historic Coach House and winds through legendary stages like West Hollywood’s Whisky A Go Go before heading east to captivate fans in Georgia and Florida. There is a palpable buzz surrounding this run as it sets the stage for their highly anticipated full-length debut album arriving in March 2026 via TLG|Rock and Virgin Music Group. For the die-hard fans, the band is offering a rare treat: VIP ticket holders can get their hands on limited-edition early production CDs of the new record. Between the undeniable chemistry of these veterans and the raw energy of their new tracks, this tour is shaping up to be the first must-see musical event of the new year.
Jan 02 – San Juan Capistrano, CA – The Coach House
Jan 03 – West Hollywood, CA – The Whisky A Go Go
Jan 07 – Fresno, CA – Tower Theatre
Jan 09 – Menlo Park, CA – The Guild Theatre
Jan 10 – Roseville, CA – Goldfield Trading Post
Jan 11 – Bakersfield, CA – The Nile Theater
Jan 21 – Atlanta, GA – Smith’s Olde Bar
Jan 23 – Largo, FL – Central Park Performing Arts Center
The exciting four-piece UK outfit Perspective announces the upcoming release of their self-produced 11-track debut album after two-and-a-half years of meticulous studio work. This project fuses the irresistible grooves of seventies funk and disco with modern pop production to create a sound defined by emotionally rich lyrics and colourful guitar solos. The record functions as a chronological exploration of personal growth and identity, featuring the guitar-powered romantic high of their successful single “Take Them All Down” and the Daft Punk-influenced experimental journey of “Late To The Party.” From the floor-filling empowerment of “Hurt You Anymore” to the poignant and vulnerable finale “Skeletons,” the band delivers a cohesive narrative designed to inspire joy and unity on dancefloors everywhere.
One-man uprising Maxx Dee delivers a sonic detonation with the latest Illegal Mind single “No Test No Voice” as a raw defiance against the modern digital circus. Blending punk aggression with alternative metal edge, the track features jagged riffs and snarling conviction to challenge the dopamine-fueled reality of a society trapped inside an endless feed. This self-produced anthem serves as a seething reflection on modern decay and built-in obsolescence while expanding the dystopian universe established in previous works like “Zombie Girl” and “Riding Eleanor”. The single provides a powerful preview of a forthcoming 2025 punk rock EP that promises to explore the cost of truth and creative survival in a broken world.
The Band of Heathens officially mark two decades of fierce independence with the announcement of their landmark tenth studio album ‘Country Sides’ arriving this February. This new collection serves as a greasy guitar-filled masterclass in roots rock, tracked in just over a week at the band’s own studio, The Finishing School, alongside producer Jim Vollentine. The group celebrates this milestone with the release of the soulful lead single “No Direction,” a lovelorn cowboy anthem that features lush harmonies and yearning pedal steel. This arrival comes at a high point for the Austin-based rockers, as their classic recording “Hurricane” has officially been certified platinum after amassing over one billion streams.
Founded by the enduring creative partnership of Ed Jurdi and Gordy Quist, the group continues to blaze a singular trail from legendary barrooms to the stage of the Grand Ole Opry. The upcoming 2026 tour schedule includes high-profile stops at Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater and the iconic Cain’s Ballroom in Tulsa. Highlights from the new record include the swampy groove of “Take The Cake” and the free-wheeling energy of “She’s The Night,” which showcase a band still writing some of their best music to date. This 20-year journey stands as a testament to self-reliance and the power of organic music that resonates deeply with a dedicated global fan base.
‘Country Sides’ Tracklist:
No Direction
High on Our Own Supply
She’s the Night
Lead Don’t Follow
Forever’s Not a Long Time
Finish Something I Started
Pleasing People
Good as I Can Be
Take the Cake
Just as Much
Letting Go
Upcoming Tour Dates:
Jan 05-10 – Steamboat Springs, CO – MusicFest 2026
Jan 11-18 – Fort Lauderdale, FL – Sandy Beaches Cruise 2026
Jan 27-31 – Key West, FL – Mile 0 Fest 2026
Feb 05 – Raleigh, NC – Roadtrip To Raleigh 2026
Mar 06 – Austin, TX – Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater
Mar 12 – El Dorado, AR – First Financial Music Hall at the Murphy Arts District
Mar 13 – Jackson, MS – Duling Hall
Mar 14 – Huntingdon, TN – Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center
Mar 15 – Indianapolis, IN – Turntable
Mar 17 – Madison, WI – High Noon Saloon
Mar 18 – Chicago, IL – Garcia’s
Mar 19 – Minneapolis, MN – Fine Line
Mar 20 – Ottawa, KS – Ottawa Memorial Auditorium
Mar 21 – Tulsa, OK – Cain’s Ballroom
Apr 10 – Atlanta, GA – Terminal West
Apr 11 – Walhalla, SC – Walhalla Performing Arts Center
Apr 12 – Charleston, WV – Mountain Stage
Apr 14 – Asheville, NC – Revival Asheville
Apr 15 – Raleigh, NC – Lincoln Theatre
Apr 16 – Charlotte, NC – Neighborhood Theatre
Apr 17 – Isle Of Palms, SC – The Wind Jammer
Apr 18 – Pelham, TN – The Caverns
Apr 19 – Waverly, AL – Standard Deluxe Inc
Apr 22 – New Orleans, LA – Chickie Wah Wah
Apr 23 – Baton Rouge, LA – Manship Theatre
Apr 24 – Houston, TX – The Heights Theater
Apr 25 – Plano, TX – The Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall
The legendary Dolly Parton expands her groundbreaking multimedia production ‘Threads: My Songs in Symphony’ to twelve new cities for a massive 2026 season. This immersive concert experience features the lush orchestral arrangements of David Hamilton and stunning visual storytelling from Adam Grannick to guide audiences through the icon’s historic career. While Dolly appearing on screen shares the deep personal stories behind classics like “Coat of Many Colors” and “Jolene,” a powerhouse ensemble of vocalists including Katelyn Drye and Hollie Hammel bring these newly orchestrated hits to life on stage alongside premier national orchestras.
This innovative symphonic journey continues to captivate fans across the country following a string of sold-out performances with the Nashville Symphony and the Cleveland Orchestra. The 2026 tour itinerary includes multiple nights at the Boettcher Concert Hall in Denver and the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts in Kansas City. By blending intimate narration with the grandeur of a full symphony, the show offers a fresh perspective on the music that has defined Dolly’s legacy for generations of listeners. Each evening serves as a vibrant celebration of the creative threads that weave together her extraordinary life and songwriting.
Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony 2026 Tour Dates:
January 3-4 – Colorado Symphony – Denver, CO January 17-18 – St. Louis Symphony – St. Louis, MO January 23-25 – Cincinnati Pops Orchestra – Cincinnati, OH January 31 – Louisville Orchestra – Louisville, KY February 14-15 – Oregon Symphony – Portland, OR March 19-21 – Nashville Symphony – Nashville, TN March 20-21 – Grand Rapids Symphony – Grand Rapids, MI March 28 – Phoenix Symphony – Phoenix, AZ April 7-11 – Naples Philharmonic – Naples, FL May 1 – Eugene Symphony – Eugene, OR May 15-17 – Kansas City Symphony – Kansas City, MO August 1 – Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra – Chautauqua, NY
Founding frontman Dave McCabe enters a vibrant new creative phase this spring as he embarks on an intimate UK headline tour under the name Dave Zuton. These stripped-back performances offer a rare opportunity to hear the legendary songwriter deliver “Valerie” and “Pressure Point” alongside brand-new material from his upcoming 2026 solo album. Joined by special guest and longtime collaborator James Jay Lewis of Cast fame, McCabe intends to showcase the raw emotion and soul-infused rock that solidified his reputation as one of the most distinctive voices in British music.
The April trek follows the anticipated release of his debut solo single “When You’re Young” and takes the duo to a series of unique venues off the beaten track. From the historic St George’s Church in Wigan to the iconic Brudenell Social Club in Leeds, the setlists will feature a mix of deep cuts and hits originally written for ‘Who Killed…… The Zutons?’. McCabe is eager to share the new songs he has been quietly developing, promising a fearless and emotionally direct connection with audiences in these acoustic settings.
Each evening serves as a celebration of instinctive songwriting as Dave Zuton and James Jay Lewis perform together on stage to bring these melodies to life in their purest form. This journey across the UK marks the first time fans can experience the evolution of McCabe’s sound from his Liverpool roots to his latest solo chapter. The tour concludes with a major homecoming show at the Jacaranda Baltic in Liverpool, ensuring a powerful finale to this exciting introduction of his new material.
Dave Zuton UK Tour Dates:
Thursday 2 April – Barnoldswick, Music & Arts Centre Thursday 9 April – Camberley, Login Lounge Friday 10 April – Wigan (Tyldesley), St George’s Church Saturday 11 April – Leamington Spa, Temperance Sunday 12 April – Leeds, Brudenell Social Club Wednesday 15 April – Stoke, The Artisan Tap Thursday 16 April – Bedford, Esquires Saturday 18 April – Mold, Caffi Isa Sunday 19 April – Chesterfield, Real Time Live Monday 20 April – Glasgow, CCA Tuesday 21 April – Edinburgh, Voodoo Rooms Thursday 23 April – Hull, The New Adelphi Saturday 25 April – Liverpool, Jacaranda Baltic
NYC alt-industrial duo Heavy Halo prepares to storm the Western United States this spring as they join the legendary My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult for the “Delicate Terror Tour, Part Two”. This massive trek marks the first time McKeever and Gosteffects will bring their unique vision of industrialized rock to the West Coast and Southwest alongside a powerhouse lineup featuring Light Asylum and Die Sexual. The tour follows the success of the latest Heavy Halo album ‘Damaged Dream’ and their recent official remix of the Andy Bell track “Godspell”.
Operating out of the historic Spellsound Studios in Brooklyn, the group delivers a high-energy mix of electronic power and human vulnerability that perfectly complements the Wax Trax! Records legacy of their tour mates. My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult brings decades of provocative house, funk, and industrial influence to the stage with a catalog famous for appearances in iconic films like ‘The Crow’. Fans can also look forward to seeing the darkwave energy of Devora and the intense presence of Light Asylum as this underground art experiment hits legendary venues from the Crystal Ballroom to the Teragram Ballroom.
Tour Dates (w/ Light Asylum, Die Sexual, Devora, Heavy Halo):
03/25 – San Francisco, CA @ Great American Music Hall 03/27 – Portland, OR @ Crystal Ballroom 03/28 – Tacoma, WA @ Spanish Ballroom 03/31 – Boise, ID @ Shrine Social Club 04/01 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Metro Music Hall 04/03 – Denver, CO @ Oriental Theatre 04/04 – Colorado Springs, CO @ The Black Sheep 04/07 – Oklahoma City, OK @ Beer City Music Hall 04/09 – Austin, TX @ Mohawk 04/10 – Dallas, TX @ Echo Lounge & Music Hall 04/11 – Houston, TX @ Numbers 04/12 – San Antonio, TX @ Paper Tiger 04/14 – El Paso, TX @ Lowbrow Palace 04/17 – San Diego, CA @ The Music Box 04/18 – Los Angeles, CA @ Teragram Ballroom
Hard rock quintet Nerve Star prepares to shake the foundation of the heavy metal scene with the late February release of their debut album ‘WHITE HOT’. This powerhouse collection features a thunderous blend of seventies hard rock and NWOBHM energy driven by the dual lead guitar attack of Chris Billinghurst and Swedish producer Janne Stark. The lineup reached its full potential after bringing in vocalist Matt Oakman and drummer Peter Svensson to create a sound reminiscent of the legendary Thin Lizzy style. These sessions took place across international borders as the band tracked thirteen unrelenting songs at Raw Studios in England and Stark’s own facilities in Sweden.
The upcoming record receives a massive boost from guest guitarist Tony Bourge who provides his legendary riff master skills to the epic closing track “Richard III”. Known for his work with the Welsh band Budgie and writing classics famously covered by Metallica and Van Halen, Bourge contributes his signature style to a song he originally recorded with the group Tredegar. This final track serves as a massive guitar showcase featuring all three lead players on one definitive anthem. Fans can look forward to ‘WHITE HOT’ arriving on vinyl, CD, and digital formats via RSK Entertainment followed by a string of UK gigs and European festival appearances later in 2026.
