GRAMMY award-winning singer, songwriter, producer, and engineer Syd shares a new single, “GMFU,” out now via Free Lunch/Warner Records. The song was produced by the legendary Rodney Jerkins and features acclaimed artist Raphael Saadiq on bass.
On “GMFU,” Syd drags the hell out of an ex in the way that only she can, calling her out on top of a grungy, vintage organ melody, in perfect contrast to her lovelorn bop “Die For This,” which she released earlier this summer.
Since the release of her 2017 solo debut Fin, Syd has remained a major cultural force. She followed that up with Hive Mind, the critically acclaimed fourth album from her GRAMMY-nominated band THE INTERNET; earned a GRAMMY win for co-writing Beyonce’s “Plastic Off the Sofa” from Renaissance; and collaborated with artists like Zayn, Lil Uzi Vert, Kehlani, Disclosure, and Kelly Rowland. Beyond the music, Syd built her own recording studio in Los Angeles and fronted campaigns for fashion giants like Valentino, Louis Vuitton, and Adidas. Most recently, she celebrated the 10th anniversary of THE INTERNET’s breakthrough album Ego Death, a landmark moment in her ever-evolving career.
She recently teamed up with Billie Eilish on her summer UK tour, and now joins Renee Rapp for fall US dates. Throughout it all, she has remained a master of sensual, future-forward R&B songs, writing, producing, and engineering all of her own work.
Grammy-winning vocalist and guitarist Boz Scaggs has released “Angel Eyes,” the second single from his forthcoming album Detour, out October 17th on Concord Records. A hushed and heartfelt rendition of the sentimental standard, “Angel Eyes” showcases Scaggs’ unmatched vocal phrasing and his deep connection to the material — part of a larger collection that revisits the Great American Songbook with warmth, elegance, and emotional depth.
First made famous by artists like Nat King Cole and Frank Sinatra, “Angel Eyes” has long stood as one of the most haunting ballads in the popular canon. Scaggs approaches it with reverence and restraint, inhabiting the lyrics rather than performing them, and revealing new hues in his voice shaped by a lifetime of soul, blues, and balladry. The arrangement — anchored by Seth Asarnow’s understated piano work — is spare, smoky, and intimate, allowing the emotion to linger in the silence between notes.
“I’d never sung this one before Seth brought it to me,” says Scaggs. “It has that bittersweet quality that I love — that quiet ache. We didn’t try to reinvent it, just to live in it a little while.”
“Angel Eyes” follows the album’s lead single, a stunning new arrangement of Boz’s 1969 classic “I’ll Be Long Gone,” which reintroduces a fan favorite through the lens of reflection and time. Both tracks are part of Detour, Scaggs’ first studio album in seven years and a deeply personal love letter to timeless songs — some well-known, others lesser traveled — all chosen for their emotional resonance and performed with grace and subtlety.
Detour began not with a grand plan, but with the simple joy of making music. “I had no intention of making a record when I started singing these songs,” Scaggs confesses. “It was all very casual at first, just an opportunity to explore a style of music I’ve always liked, to get together with a friend and play for the sheer joy of it.” What started as a series of personal demos soon revealed something undeniable, resulting in a masterclass in interpretation that honors influences from Frank Sinatra to Irma Thomas.
On Detour, the voice is front and center — weathered by time, sharpened by experience, and never more essential.
About Boz Scaggs:
Hailed by Rolling Stone as “one of rock and roll’s most soulful vocalists,” Boz Scaggs has forged a rich legacy. His solo debut on Atlantic Records was recorded in Muscle Shoals and featured a young Duane Allman. His star continued to ascend with a series of acclaimed albums for Columbia, culminating in 1976’s 5x-platinum Silk Degrees which made him a household name and included the Grammy-winning “Lowdown.” Over six decades, Scaggs has sold millions of records, toured the world, and carved out a distinctive and enduring path that continues to captivate fans.
It’s been a minute or two since we’ve heard from SOUNDING ARROW, the solo project of veteran recording artist and touring musician Scott Kinnebrew (Truth and Salvage Co). For the first time since the 2017 album Loving Is Breathing, SOUNDING ARROW return today (September 25) with the warm and radiant single “Skyman” (Blackbird Record Label) and its uplifting, colorful video.
“Skyman”—both heady and light as a feather, a perfect tonic for these times—marks the first release from the singer, songwriter and guitarist’s second as-yet-untitled album due out in early 2026 (exact release date TBA). Watch the video—directed by Doug Frerichs and filmed in Kinnebrew’s adopted hometown of Asheville, North Carolina.The track will be available for streaming everywhere this Friday, September 26 HERE.
The SKYMAN album was co-produced by Gary Jules (“Mad World” from the Donnie Darko soundtrack) and mixed by Bill Reynolds (Band of Horses, The Avett Brothers’ Emotionalism). It weaves a vivid sonic landscape rich with the textures of rock, folk, country, blues, British invasion, R&B, and pop. It’s a brew that resists classification, as it lands somewhere between tradition and invention—what Kinnebrew thinks of as “sonic impressionism.”
Listening to the “Skyman” single feels like driving a lonely stretch of two-lane highway through a terrain of psychedelic optimism. The destination loses importance as the listener absorbs the introspective grandeur of a consciousness unfolding mile by mile. Sure, the song’s an invitation to lighten your day by just grooving along with the spacey vibes. But Kinnebrew wants us to keep mindful, too—as he delicately points out, “Everything is perfect,” but “soon we’ll all be dying. The now is wow. We are so lucky to be here.”
Talking about the song’s sonic alchemy, Kinnebrew says: “I think the song is very mantra-like. The major7 acoustic guitar riff that anchors the song just repeats hypnotically until the bridge, which comes as such a release. And then—when the 16th note tambo comes in on the chorus—it’s like the song catches a thermal and you are truly gliding.”
This lightness of being is captured in the “Skyman” video. Explains Kinnebrew: “I started thinking about what could best define ‘Skyman’ within my network and zero budget. Scrolling through Instagram, I came across my friend Alethia Austin’s post. Alethia is a professional skydiver who instructs for a living. And she is a badass.
“She was totally down to work on the video. At that point my wife and brains behind the operation said we needed a narrative. She thought it would be cool to have footage of a kid pretending to skydive cut in with footage of a pro dive. Brilliant idea. Our little buddy Burl Craven fit the bill, and he and his folks were down to help.
“So all in all, it was a group operation,” adds Kinnebrew. “I reached out to friends asking if anyone had cool footage of clouds, and folks sent me stuff. I borrowed a camera and had my buddy Jesse McSwain help shoot. None of us knew what we were doing with the camera but followed Doug’s (the editor/director) instructions and went for it. Sounding Arrow has a rotating cast of characters so I asked friends around town if they wanted to be my ‘band.’ Everyone chipped in with direction, location, and wardrobe. When we were done collecting footage, we sent it all to Doug (who directed two Sounding Arrow videos, “King Size Heart” and “You Will Be Loved”). He took it and turned into a masterpiece, per usual.”
Over some 30 years, Scott Kinnebrew has shared the stage with a long list of renowned artists he admires, including The Black Crowes, The Avett Brothers, The Lumineers, Sturgill Simpson, Dawes, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Lissie, Levon Helm, Garth Hudson, Blind Melon, Steve Miller Band, Gov’t Mule, and The Doobie Brothers. His former band, Truth & Salvage Co., released two records on Sony’s Megaforce label, appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live, toured Iraq to perform for U.S. troops in 2009, turned down a gig with Phil Lesh for reasons unknown, and racked up 250,000 road miles in five years.
Zac Brown Band is set to bring their one-of-a-kind Southern rock and Country soul to Sphere in Las Vegas this winter with their “Love & Fear” show at the revolutionary venue – with two new shows just added.
The eight-show limited engagement kicks off Friday, December 5 (sold out), and will mark the world premiere of the band’s highly anticipated new album, Love & Fear, with select songs performed live on opening night alongside their classic, beloved hits. “Love & Fear” will continue at Sphere for three additional sold out December dates on December 6, 12 and 13, and on January 9 and 10, in addition to the newly added dates on January 16 and 17.
Four tracks from the forthcoming album have already been released including “I Ain’t Worried About It,” “Let It Run (feat. Snoop Dogg),” “Butterfly (feat. Dolly Parton),” and “Give It Away.”
Described by Zac as a deeply personal and transformative experience, the unprecedented show will offer a rare glimpse into his life like never before – a behind-the-scenes look at the journey that shaped him. From heartbreak and hardship to growth and redemption, the performance will reflect a constant evolution, both as an artist and as a person. This is not just a Zac Brown Band concert; it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience that blends raw storytelling with the chart-topping hits fans know and love, marking a powerful new chapter for the band.
“Bringing our new album Love & Fear to Sphere in Las Vegas is a dream come true,” says Zac. “It’s my masterpiece so far. This show is the story of my life that I have never shared, a journey through my imagination, music and stories that have defined who I am. All of this brought to life in the incredible immersive environment of Sphere. It will be a unique experience where you can really feel every note, every word, right there with us. We can’t wait to share it with the fans.”
Zac Brown Band will utilize Sphere’s next generation technologies to blend music, visuals, and storytelling in a way fans have never experienced before. The venue features the world’s highest resolution LED display that wraps up, over, and around the audience creating a fully immersive visual environment. The venue also features the world’s most advanced concert-grade audio system, Sphere Immersive Sound, which delivers audio with unmatched clarity and precision to every guest.
The limited engagement will celebrate the release of Love & Fear, Zac Brown Band’s seventh full-length studio album and their most personal to date. Blending their signature harmonies and musicianship with raw emotion and introspection, the project explores duality, healing, and the human experience – themes that come to life in powerful new ways within Sphere’s fully immersive environment. The 13-track album features special guests Snoop Dogg, Dolly Parton, and Marcus King and will be available at all DSPs and streaming services on Friday, December 5.
With a genre-defying catalog spanning rock, country, bluegrass, reggae, and pop, Zac Brown Band has earned three GRAMMY Awards, sold more than 10 million albums, and headlined stadiums and amphitheaters across the globe. Now, they join the elite ranks of legendary artists to play Sphere.
Zac Brown Band: Love & Fear at Sphere in Las Vegas: Friday, December 5 (SOLD OUT) Saturday, December 6 (SOLD OUT) Friday, December 12 (SOLD OUT) Saturday, December 13 (SOLD OUT) Friday, January 9 Saturday, January 10 Friday, January 16 Saturday, January 17
Internationally acclaimed songwriter, musician and superstar Louis Tomlinson has released his latest single “Lemonade,” alongside news of his highly anticipated third studio album, How Did I Get Here?, set for release on January 23rd via BMG.
On his forthcoming album, Tomlinson reveals: “I sum up it as ‘The record I always deserved to make. My bread and butter is my honesty. I genuinely wear my heart on my sleeve, and I hope it comes through in the music. I’m still learning and getting better as a singer and a songwriter. I find it impossible to be complacent; it’s not in my vocabulary. For the first time now, I’m allowing myself to be the artist I’d always hoped to be.”
A mix of tight funkified guitars, shimmering keys, and organic percussion leads to a captivating chorus. “She’s so bitter, she’s so sweet, a little taste is all I need.” “Lemonade” debuted tonight on BBC Radio 1 as their Hottest Record and is available on all digital platforms now.
For his third album, Louis has pushed himself as a lyricist, songwriter, and performer, holding nothing back on these tracks. Though he certainly doesn’t have to prove himself, it’s clear that he still writes music, plays shows, and sings as if everything is on the line. In the studio, restless creativity and a hunger for artistic exploration drive his process. Live, he leaves everything on the stage as sold-out crowds meet him head-on with the same amount of enthusiasm and energy. As a writer, he’s diving deeper into who he is than ever before.
This time around, Louis assembled a handful of initial ideas in the English countryside before decamping to Santa Teresa in Costa Rica for three weeks in early 2025. He dove into writing and recording alongside primary collaborator and co-producer Nico Rebscher [Aurora, Alice Merton]. The atmosphere of his surroundings underscored the ensuing body of work.
Ultimately, Louis is unabashedly himself on the album, and it’s utterly undeniable. “Taking all of the steps I did to get here was important. I needed the confidence to become the artist I wanted to be and make a hopefully big, but personal album. I think I did.”
In other news, The Away From Home Festival continues to grow as a truly global celebration of live music, curated for the fans—by a fan. Following the success of four previous consecutive sold-out editions in London, UK in 2021, Malaga, Spain in 2022, Camaiore, Italy in 2023, and Mérida, Mexico in 2024, The Away From Home Festival, curated by British singer, songwriter Louis Tomlinson, is set to return this weekend at the Brewery Ommegang in Cooperstown, New York.
Spanning two full days on October 4th and 5th, the popular annual live music festival will bring some of the world’s most beloved artists to one stage for what is set to be the largest one to date. The 2025 edition promises a fun-packed weekend full of great music, beautiful backdrops, and very special guests, with headliners Louis Tomlinson and Lauv, special guests including Steve Aoki, Plain White T’s, Daya, Pale Waves, Circa Waves and guest DJ Zach Sang. Previous lineups have featured internationally acclaimed artists such as Blossoms, The Cribs, DMA’s, Dylan, Hinds, HotWax, The Snuts, The Vaccines, and many more.
Elliot Easton of The Cars, Billy Idol, Corey Taylor, Josh Freese, Moby, Nuno Bettencourt, and Steve Stevens—plus special guests Cypress Hill—have been confirmed as the initial list of artists for the 2025 Above Ground 4 benefit concert on Sunday, October 26th at The Fonda Theatre in Hollywood.
The event will feature performances of the groundbreaking self-titled debut albums by the New York Dolls (1973) and The Cars (1978). Look for Moby (beyond his performance) to DJ between sets. A full list of performers will be announced in the coming weeks.
Originally set for this past January, the rescheduled show marks the fourth iteration of the event, which will again raise awareness and funds for mental health and suicide prevention. The Above Ground team decided to postpone the event until later in the year, following the horrific wildfires that ravaged Los Angeles in early 2025.
Founded in 2018 by Dave Navarro, Billy Morrison and manager Rick Canny, Above Ground is a registered 501(c)(3) corporation dedicated to raising funds for and awareness of the issues of mental health and suicide prevention. Since 2018, Dave and Billy have helped to raise more than $500,000 for MusiCares via various fundraising opportunities.
Since its launch, Above Ground has featured Navarro and Morrison alongside a star-studded lineup of their friends, including Jack Black, Corey Taylor, Anthony Kiedis, Juliette Lewis, Gavin Rossdale, Jerry Harrison, Courtney Love, Billy Idol, Al Jourgensen, Steve Stevens, and many more. The events have highlighted full-length albums from legendary acts including Adam and the Ants, Lou Reed, The Velvet Underground, David Bowie, The Stooges, and Sex Pistols.
Electronic metal group SOLENCE are as bold as ever on their new single “Angels Calling,” an anthemic song about livingout loud and in the moment. Released today (September 26), it’s the title track of, and fourth single from, their ANGELS CALLING album, now due October 31 via Better Noise Music.Listen tothe track HERE. Pre-orders for the album are available HERE.
SOLENCE—frontman Markus Videsäter alongsideguitarist David Strääf, keyboardist Johan Swärd, and drummer David “Viking” Vikingsson—isbased out of Los Angeles and originally hail from Sweden. They deploy big pop hooks and electro savvy with the heavy yet melodic intensity of trailblazing Swedish metal into a distinctive international sound equal parts hypnotic and uplifting.
“We started writing ‘Angels Calling’ while on tour with The HU back in 2024, inspired by Eastern European folk music,” explains singer Markus Videsäter. “When we had the vocals and the song started to come together, it instantly felt like a perfect title track. This song has everything—the lyrics, the energy, the chorus, the breakdown—everything we wanted the album to include. We really hope the fans enjoy it as much as we do!”
“Angels Calling” follows up on the August 8 release of “Wish You The Worst.” Listen to the track here HERE and watch the video HERE. “Where Were You..?” came first on May 13, available for streaming and downloading HERE, and the lyric video can be viewed HERE. “Dead_Alive” followed June 27. Listen to it HERE and the watch the lyric video HERE. All the videos released so far have amassed over 222k views.
SOLENCE returns on ANGELS CALLING with fresh visuals, a new look, and a retrofitted sound that combines the best of their past with a look into the future for both the group and the genre. “For some reason, I’ve always felt like my time on earth is limited, as if I might die young,” Videsäter explains. “Our music is about making the most of life, relationships, and passion before heaven calls us home.”
With songs like “Monsters in My Head,” “MESS,” “All of the Pain Must Go,” and the title track, the band forms a diverse collection of their most highly charged material yet. “We are now the hype squad and the party train,” smiles guitarist David Strääf.
Each member began playing music at a young age: Markus played the trumpet, David the violin, Johan the bassoon, and Viking the drums. “I knew music was what I wanted to do when I was seven,” Markus says. “I went to music school, where I met the band. We shared the drive to create. That’s the spirit that started this band. The goal was to keep moving, no matter what direction we went.”
Lauded as one of Pandora’s “Rising Rock Artists To Watch In 2023,” SOLENCE have, to date, garnered over 378 million cumulative streams with as many as 862k monthlySpotify listeners and over 100 millionvideo views since their formation in 2012. The band started by releasing heavy renditions of well-known pop hits from the likes of Imagine Dragons, Fall Out Boy, Ed Sheeran, Britney Spears, and Queen before breaking out with their 2019 debut album BROTHERS. It was quickly followed by their sophomore album, DIRECTION, which saw them achieve their first Active Rock radio charting with “Animal In Me” which became SiriusXM Octane’s most-played track in 2020. Octane’s Sr. Director, Music Programming Vincent Usuriello described SOLENCE’s sound as “a dynamic fusion of rock, metal, and pop elements, with powerful vocals, electrifying guitar riffs, and infectious melodies, creating an immersive sonic experience.” In 2021, SOLENCE released their third album, DEAFENING, which showed their range of inspirations from music to anime, gaming, sci-fi, and even philosophy and soon followed with their fourth album HOPE IS A CULT in 2023. Amidst writing new material for SOLENCE, Videsäter and Strääf have lent their songwriting skills to pop acts including Jason Derulo and Bebe Rexha.
In 2025, SOLENCE continues to spread its life-affirming message. “‘Until I hear the ‘Angels Calling’ reminds us that life is way too short to worry about doubt or making mistakes,” Markus points out. “We never know when our time is up, so let’s make the most of it while we can!”
SOLENCE will hit the road later this year for a European tour opening for NOTHING MORE, which launches November 7 in Finland, along with Catch Your Breath and Ankor.
Check out SOLENCE’s tour with Nothing More at any of the following stops:
Legendary Yes keyboardist and composer Rick Wakeman CBE has today shared ‘Melancholia’, the first single and title track from his forthcoming new album Melancholia. The single arrives alongside a beautiful new video which is out now.
Speaking about the inspiration behind the track, Wakeman said: “The album, and indeed the music, was heavily inspired by my wife Rachel, who heard me playing a piece on the piano (which eventually became the track ‘Garo’) and asked me about it. I explained that when I was feeling depressed or sad, I would always sit at the piano and play, as I found it healing – such is the power of music. She immediately said it was something I should share musically, as all the pieces could have a personal meaning to anyone listening… and so ‘Melancholia’ was born.”
Set for release on 17th October via Madfish, Melancholia stands as the crowning jewel in a remarkable piano trilogy that began with 2017’s Piano Portraits and continued in 2018 with Piano Odyssey – both landmark albums that saw Rick Wakeman reach new heights of popularity and critical acclaim as a solo artist.
While those records looked outward, reinterpreting beloved melodies and exploring sweeping themes, Melancholia turns inward, inviting us into the most personal, introspective, and perhaps profound music of Wakeman’s storied career.
Tonight, multi-platinum hip-hop/country breakout star BigXthaPlug will become the next artist to take the stage for Apple Music Live – the live performance series that gives the biggest acts in music a platform to connect with audiences around the world. Featuring a star-studded lineup of special guests, the show dubbed BigXthaPlug & Friends will take place at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville.
Fans from across the world can tune in to the exciting evening, featuring performances of his hip-hop hits and new tracks off his groundbreaking country-inspired album, I Hope You’re Happy. The album debuted at No. 7 on the Billboard Top 200 Chart, featuring chart-topping collaborations with Bailey Zimmerman, Jelly Roll, Ella Langley, Tucker Wetmore, and others.
Apple Music Live: BigXthaPlug will stream live tonight, Wednesday, October 1st, at 10 pm CT/8 pm PT, exclusively on Apple Music. The Apple Music Live performance will become available on demand on Apple Music soon after the livestream.
BigXthaPlug, Dallas, Texas’ own rising star, is rapidly solidifying his place as one of hip-hop’s most powerful voices, known for his unapologetic lyrics and magnetic presence on the mic. His RIAA platinum-certified singles “Texas,” “Mmhmm,” and “Levels” laid the foundation for his game-changing sophomore album, Take Care. Debuting at No. 8 on the Billboard 200 and moving 48,000 album-equivalent units in its first week, the album quickly captured the industry’s attention. It went on to dominate streaming platforms, amassing over three billion streams.
His hit singles “Mmhmm” ranked No. 5 on Apple Music’s Rap Life: Best of 2024 list and appeared on Spotify’s Top Tracks of 2024, both in the U.S. and globally. Meanwhile, “The Largest” made its mark, landing at No. 48 on Apple Music’s Rap Life: Best of 2024 and earning spots in Amazon Music’s Best Hip-Hop of 2024 album and Best Songs of 2024 playlist.
The Take Care North American Tour was a massive success, selling out 30 venues and drawing over 35,000 fans across key cities, further solidifying BigXthaPlug’s status as a global trailblazer. He made a major impact with his standout performances at the NFL Eagles Philadelphia Winner Superbowl Party, Rolling Loud 2025, and Coachella 2025. BigXthaPlug is revolutionizing hip-hop, paving the way for a new era of raw authenticity and undeniable influence in music.
BigX was honored at the 2025 BMI R&B Hip Hop Awards for his hit singles “The Largest” and “Mhmm” and at Billboard Country Power Players as Innovator of The Year.
Today we mourn the passing of Dame Jane Goodall, who left us on October 1, 2025, at the age of 91. A pioneer in primatology, a voice for conservation, and a global symbol of compassion, Goodall dedicated her life to showing us that humanity is not separate from the natural world—we are part of it. Her decades of work with chimpanzees reshaped science, inspired activism, and gave generations of people reason to hope.
In her honor, here are 100 amazing facts about Jane Goodall’s extraordinary life and legacy:
Jane Goodall was born Valerie Jane Morris-Goodall on April 3, 1934, in London.
She died on October 1, 2025, at the age of 91, in California, while on a speaking tour.
Her parents were Mortimer Herbert Morris-Goodall, a businessman, and Margaret Myfanwe Joseph, a novelist.
Her mother wrote under the pen name Vanne Morris-Goodall.
As a child, she was given a toy chimpanzee named Jubilee instead of a teddy bear.
Jubilee sparked her lifelong love of animals.
Her mother’s friends thought the toy would give Jane nightmares, but it never did.
Jubilee still sits on her dresser in London.
Jane attended Uplands School in Poole, near Bournemouth.
She traveled to the Kenya highlands in 1957 to visit a friend’s farm.
In Kenya, she met archaeologist Louis Leakey, who became her mentor.
Leakey first hired her as his secretary.
In 1958, Leakey arranged for her to study primate behavior in London.
She studied primate anatomy with John Napier.
On July 14, 1960, she began her research at Gombe Stream National Park, Tanzania.
She was accompanied by her mother for safety reasons.
She was the first of “The Trimates,” alongside Dian Fossey and Birutė Galdikas.
In 1962, Leakey sent her to Cambridge University for a PhD without a bachelor’s degree.
She became only the eighth person to be admitted to Cambridge without an undergraduate degree.
She attended Newnham College and Darwin College at Cambridge.
Her PhD thesis was titled Behaviour of Free-Living Chimpanzees (1966).
Her doctoral advisor was Robert Hinde.
She studied the Kasakela chimpanzee community at Gombe.
She discovered chimpanzees could use tools.
She saw them strip leaves from twigs to fish for termites.
This finding challenged the belief that only humans used tools.
Louis Leakey said: “We must redefine man, redefine tool, or accept chimpanzees as human!”
She discovered chimpanzees eat meat.
She observed them hunting colobus monkeys.
She found they could be aggressive and violent.
She documented the Gombe Chimpanzee War (1974–1978).
She saw chimpanzees commit infanticide and cannibalism.
Despite aggression, she also saw them hug, kiss, and tickle.
She insisted chimpanzees had personalities.
Her use of terms like “childhood” and “motivation” was criticized at the time.
She named her chimpanzee subjects instead of numbering them.
David Greybeard was the first chimpanzee to trust her.
Other named chimps included Goliath, Mike, Flo, Fifi, and Frodo.
She was once the lowest-ranking member of a chimp troop for 22 months.
In 1977, she founded the Jane Goodall Institute.
The Institute now has offices in 19 countries.
Its Roots & Shoots youth program began in 1991 with 16 teenagers.
Roots & Shoots now has groups in over 100 countries.
In 1992, she founded the Tchimpounga Chimpanzee Rehabilitation Centre in Congo.
The centre cares for over 100 orphaned chimpanzees.
In 1994, she launched the TACARE project to reforest land near Gombe.
TACARE also provides scholarships for girls’ education.
In the 1990s, the University of Minnesota archived her research.
In 2011, her archives moved to Duke University.
In 2018, she co-developed a natural product line with Schmidt’s Naturals.
In 2020, she co-created products with Neptune Wellness Solutions.
She traveled nearly 300 days a year to advocate for conservation.
She was on the advisory council for Save the Chimps in Florida.
She served on the board of the Nonhuman Rights Project.
In 1986, the Understanding Chimpanzees conference shifted her focus to activism.
She was president of Advocates for Animals from 1998–2008.
She was a lifelong vegetarian.
She became vegan in 2021.
She authored Eat Meat Less, a vegan cookbook.
She criticized factory farming for cruelty and environmental damage.
She partnered with NASA to use satellite data for conservation.
She co-founded Ethologists for the Ethical Treatment of Animals in 2000.
She gave a lecture called “Reason for Hope” in 2008 at USD.
In 2010, she petitioned to classify all chimpanzees as endangered.
In 2015, the U.S. classified all chimpanzees as endangered.
She endorsed Green Party candidate Caroline Lucas in 2015.
She opposed fox hunting in the UK.
In 2019, she was honored with a bronze statue in New York City.
She called for ecocide to be made an international crime.
She vowed to help plant 5 million trees as part of a global effort.
She joined the Rewriting Extinction campaign in 2021.
She contributed to The Most Important Comic Book on Earth (2021).
She believed in the possibility of undiscovered primate species like Bigfoot.
She described a mystical experience at Notre Dame Cathedral in 1977.
She wrote about spirituality in Reason for Hope: A Spiritual Journey.
She married Baron Hugo van Lawick in 1964.
She became Baroness Jane van Lawick-Goodall during that marriage.
She and van Lawick had a son, Hugo Eric Louis, in 1967.
They divorced in 1974.
She married Derek Bryceson in 1975.
Bryceson died of cancer in 1980.
She said dogs were her favorite animal.
She had prosopagnosia, making it hard to recognize faces.
She voiced herself on the animated series The Wild Thornberrys.
She was subject of over 40 films, including Jane (2017).
The IMAX documentary Jane Goodall’s Wild Chimpanzees was released in 2002.
She appeared in the 2020 film Jane Goodall: The Hope.
In 2023, the IMAX film Jane Goodall: Reasons for Hope was released.
In 2002, she was named a UN Messenger of Peace.
She was awarded the Kyoto Prize in 1990.
She won the Hubbard Medal in 1995.
She received the Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement in 1997.
She became a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 2004.
She received the Templeton Prize in 2021.
In 2022, she received the Stephen Hawking Medal for Science Communication.
In 2023, she became an Officer of the Order of Orange-Nassau.
In 2024, she delivered “A Speech for History” at UNESCO.
In January 2025, she was awarded the U.S. Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in 2019.
Stevie Nicks wrote the song “Jane” (1990) inspired by her.
Jane Goodall’s life was more than science—it was hope, activism, and love for the natural world. Her voice will echo through the forests she fought to protect, the young people she inspired, and the countless hearts she touched.
