Memphis May Fire — Matty Mullins (vocals), Kellen McGregor (guitar), Cory Elder (bass), and Jake Garland (drums) — will embark on a headline tour this fall. “Memphis May Fire: THE SHAPESHIFTER TOUR LEG 2” kicks off on November 17th in Florida and runs through December 16th in Arkansas. Rain City Drive will serve as direct support, with Nevertel and If Not For Me also appearing.
Various pre-sals are currently active and run through 10 pm local time on Thursday, August 14th. Get details and VIP packages here. Regular tickets go on sale on Friday, August 15th, at 10 am local time. All dates are below. Get tickets here.
Tour Dates (w/ Rain City Drive, Nevertel, If Not For Me):
11/17 – Pensacola, FL — Vinyl Music Hall 11/18 – Chattanooga, TN — The Signal 11/20 – Greensboro, NC — Piedmont Hall 11/21 – Myrtle Beach, SC — House Of Blues 11/22 – Richmond, VA — The National 11/23 – Washington, DC — The Howard 11/25 – Hartford, CT — The Webster 11/26 – Sayreville, NJ — Starland Ballroom 11/28 – Buffalo, NY — Electric City 11/29 – Detroit, MI — Majestic 11/30 – Chicago, IL — House Of Blues 12/01 – Madison, WI — Sylvee 12/03 – Boulder, CO — Boulder Theater 12/05 – Boise, ID — Treefort Music Hall 12/06 – Missoula, MT — Wilma 12/07 – Spokane, WA — Knitting Factory 12/09 – San Luis Obispo, CA — Fremont Theater 12/10 -Riverside, CA — Riverside Municipal Auditorium 12/11 – Las Vegas, NV — The Portal 12/12 – Tucson, AZ — Encore 12/14 – Oklahoma City, OK — Tower Theatre 12/15 – Kansas City, MO — The Truman 12/16 – Fayetteville, AR — Ozark Music Hall
Following the success of his critically acclaimed Old Flames Never Die—named one of JazzTimes’ Top 40 Albums of 2020—American-Canadian vocalist and producer Peter Campbell unveils his highly anticipated new album, Haunted Melody, due on September 12, 2025. Co-arranged with celebrated Canadian guitarist Reg Schwager and featuring an all-star lineup of Canadian jazz luminaries alongside American saxophonist Joel Frahm and Portuguese producer/composer Ernesto Leite, Haunted Melody offers an intimate, deeply personal journey through love, loss, and cultural discovery.
The album’s release was delayed by profound life changes for Campbell, including the loss of both parents in 2024, the end of a long-term relationship, and his return to Canada after several years living in Portugal. Haunted Melody emerged from this period of reflection and transformation, drawing on a rich palette of traditional jazz, French chanson, and Latin-inspired rhythms.
The 10-track collection features three Brazilian compositions—an influence sparked by Campbell’s time in Portugal and immersion in Lusophone culture—as well as rarely heard gems such as Leonard Cohen and Anjani Thomas’s “No One After You,” Curtis Lewis’s “He Never Mentioned Love” (a nod to Shirley Horn, one of Campbell’s inspirations), and Jacques Brel’s timeless “Song for Old Lovers,” Campbell’s personal favourite on the album.
With masterful performances from trumpeter Kevin Turcotte, flutist Bill McBirnie, pianists Adrean Farrugia and Reg Schwager (also on guitar), guitarist Michael Occhipinti, bassist Ross MacIntyre, drummer Ethan Ardelli, and percussionist Alan Hetherington, Haunted Melody resonates with warmth, sophistication, and emotional depth.
Choosing the right music distributor can make or break your release strategy. CD Baby, DistroKid, and TuneCore are three of the biggest names in the game, each offering unique strengths depending on your release habits, business goals, and promotional needs. Here’s a breakdown to help you pick the best fit.
Pricing Models
CD Baby works on a pay-per-release model—charging a one-time fee for singles or albums, plus a small cut of royalties. It’s cost-effective if you only drop music occasionally, and once you’ve paid, your release stays live forever without extra fees.
DistroKid runs on an annual subscription. For one flat yearly rate, you can upload as much music as you like, keeping 100% of your streaming royalties. It’s ideal for artists who release frequently, though some extra features come with additional costs.
TuneCore offers both annual unlimited plans and per-release pricing, giving you flexibility depending on your output. Unlimited plans include full royalty retention, while per-release pricing can work for smaller catalogs.
Royalties & Publishing
All three platforms let you keep your streaming royalties in full on their paid tiers.
CD Baby offers optional publishing administration, helping you collect composition royalties worldwide.
DistroKid focuses on performance royalties only and leaves publishing to outside services.
TuneCore provides an affordable publishing add-on, plus tools for sync licensing and songwriter payments.
Features & Artist Tools
CD Baby has a long-standing reputation for supporting artists with robust promotional tools, educational resources, and even physical distribution for those who still press CDs or vinyl.
DistroKid is built for speed and simplicity, with perks like instant promo pages, playlist submission tools, and automatic royalty splits for collaborators.
TuneCore combines analytics, publishing administration, social media tools, and even revenue advances, making it a more comprehensive business platform for artists ready to scale.
Distribution Speed
If timing is crucial, DistroKid is generally the fastest, with releases often appearing on major platforms within days. TuneCore is close behind, typically taking less than a week. CD Baby tends to be slower due to its review process, so it’s better for artists who can plan their releases well in advance.
Which Should You Choose?
Pick CD Baby if you release occasionally, value lifetime distribution without subscriptions, and want access to physical media and sync opportunities.
Pick DistroKid if you release often, need quick turnaround, and want to maximize output without paying per track.
Pick TuneCore if you want a flexible pricing model, built-in publishing, and a wider suite of business tools.
No matter which you choose, your distributor should fit your workflow, goals, and release schedule—not the other way around. The right choice will make your music easier to release, promote, and profit from.
Droogie Otis, the duo of legendary musician and producer Madlib and acclaimed rapper Your Old Droog, has dropped a new track. “The Edge” ft. Killer Mike is a sparring match between two elite lyricists on a beat by one of the greatest producers ever, laced with razor-sharp wordplay, buoyed by a jazz-infused beat, and featuring a Droog guitar solo.
This song holds personal significance as it was among the first beats Madlib sent to any artist after the destruction and loss he experienced in the 2025 LA wildfires, marking a moment of creative resurgence. Droog’s verse was added in just 20 minutes, delivering confident bars that reflect both hard-earned victories and battles overcome.
Trey Anastasio will celebrate the fifth anniversary of his historic 2020 Beacon Jams residency with a very special three-night run at New York City’s legendary Beacon Theatre, set for November 28–30. The shows will feature Anastasio in a range of formats each night, including performances with the Trey Anastasio Band and the return of The Rescue Squad Strings. Proceeds from the shows will benefit the Divided Sky Foundation (DSF). Artist presales begin Wednesday, August 13, at 12 PM (ET). All remaining tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday, August 15, at 12 PM (ET). For complete details, please visit trey.com/tour.
During The Beacon Jams in the fall of 2020, fans contributed more than $1.2 million to help open a recovery center dedicated to treating those affected by alcoholism and addiction. Through their generosity, the Divided Sky Residential Recovery Program was born. Opened in November of 2023 in beautiful Ludlow, VT, it has now offered compassionate treatment to hundreds of individuals in a safe, nurturing environment. Rooted in the 12 Steps, Emotional Sobriety, and mindfulness, Divided Sky addresses the root causes of addiction and never turns away anyone due to financial need.
Streamed for free over eight consecutive Fridays during the height of Covid, the unprecedented virtual residency –which became a much-needed gathering place for fans around the world during a time of profound isolation –found Anastasio reimagining music from across his 42-year career through a mix of acoustic and electric performances, unexpected collaborations, interactive moments with the home audience, and countless surprises. Each unique show drew from his entire catalog — debuting brand-new songs, revisiting TAB favorites, and offering fresh, inventive takes on Phish classics, many enhanced by striking new arrangements with the Rescue Squad Strings.
“The Beacon Jams shows were the most artistically satisfying thing I’ve ever worked on,” Anastasio reflects. “They meant so much to everyone involved — not just the audience, but the musicians as well. Everyone was hungry for music and connection, and somehow we found a way to create community in the middle of such a messed-up, isolating moment. Even the name felt meaningful — like we were shining a searchlight into the fog and manifesting something positive out of something so negative.
“At the time, addiction and alcoholism numbers were climbing, and there we were celebrating this dream of creating a sober retreat that could truly help. Now, five years later, that dream is a fully functioning facility doing incredible work. I’ve never been part of anything so pure in its intent. Musically, it was the pinnacle of my career because it combined everything I’ve ever done — Phish, TAB, my solo acoustic work, and the more orchestral projects. My hope is to bring that same spirit of openness and inclusiveness to these three anniversary shows.”
Fans wishing to further support Divided Sky may donate and enter an online drawing for tickets to the final two shows, along with hotel and airfare via Fandiem at fandiem.com/trey. All donations will directly support the Divided Sky Residential Recovery Program, keeping it accessible and affordable to all.
Over the past four decades, composer/guitarist/vocalist Trey Anastasio, who was named by Rolling Stone as one of “The 250 Greatest Guitarists of All Time,” has forged a singular, multi-faceted career, winning acclaim and garnering accolades across myriad genres and disciplines, including rock, classical, musical theatre, and more. Anastasio has received three GRAMMY® Award nominations and, in 2013, received a Tony Award nomination honoring his work co-writing the score for the Broadway musical Hands on a Hardbody. An accomplished composer and arranger, Anastasio has performed his original compositions with numerous symphonies, including The New York Philharmonic, The National Symphony Orchestra, The Los Angeles Philharmonic, The Boston Pops, and many more.
Anastasio, along with Jon Fishman (drums, vocals), Mike Gordon (bass, vocals), and Page McConnell (keyboards, vocals), formed Phish in 1983 in Burlington, VT, and together have since earned one of music’s most dedicated fan communities for its blend of distinctive songcraft, extended improvisation, and immersive live performances, all fusing a variety of genres into their own freewheeling sound and vision. The band has released 16 studio albums and is widely recognized among live music’s most beloved and inventive artists.
Phish has played over 2,000 shows since their formation, regularly selling out multiple nights at arenas, amphitheaters, and stadiums across North America. To date, the band has performed 87 sold-out shows at The Garden since their debut there in 1994. In addition, Phish have influenced a new generation of American rock festivals through 11 self-produced festivals, including, most recently, 2024’s Mondegreen, which was celebrated in a GQ feature that hailed them for “what may be the most singular and stubbornly idiosyncratic career of any major American rock band.” In 2024, the band performed a four-night sold-out run at Sphere in Las Vegas, the second act to perform there, following U2’s inaugural run at the groundbreaking venue.
The Divided Sky Foundation is a 501c(3) non-profit organization dedicated to addiction recovery. Their non-medical program in Ludlow, VT emphasizes mindfulness, emotional sobriety, and gaining tools to live a joyful life in recovery. Divided Sky is often the next step following a medical detox or relapse, or can be a primary option for anyone who is medically stable and ready to make a change. Divided Sky continues to make its 12-step immersive Residential Recovery Program affordable to all, with partial scholarships available to those who demonstrate need. Over 97% of guests who have attended Divided Sky say they would recommend the program to a friend or loved one. For more information, please visit DividedSky.org or call 88- TRY-DSKY to speak with someone in the admissions department.
“I Want To Know What Love Is,” “Cold As Ice,” “Waiting For A Girl Like You,” “Hot Blooded,” “Juke Box Hero.” FOREIGNER’s timeless anthems are known and loved by generations. Streams and airplay place the band among the top artists every week. “I Want To Know What Love Is” is one of the very few songs by heritage artists certified for one billion streams on Spotify, and the high-profile use of “Juke Box Hero” in the Netflix blockbuster Happy Gilmore 2 was viewed by almost a hundred million in the first two weeks of its release
Now, the band has reinterpreted these songs with an orchestra, bringing an exciting new dimension to FOREIGNER’s music. The orchestral concerts are a celebration of the band’s 50th anniversary and will provide a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for fans to experience their most popular hits with a 20-piece orchestra playing spectacular arrangements written by Juilliard cello virtuoso Dave Eggar and conductor Chuck Palmer. Eggar has performed, recorded and arranged for artists that include Coldplay, Paul Simon, Amy Winehouse, Beyonce and many more. It is an event not to be missed.
FOREIGNER’s love for orchestral performance of their hit songs began in Switzerland in 2017 when they appeared in Lucerne with the 21st Century Symphony Orchestra & Chorus, resulting in a TV special which can be seen on PBS TV. It can be viewed here. Subsequently, they toured the show internationally, culminating with a sold-out appearance at the iconic Sydney Opera House.
FOREIGNER fan club members will have access to a pre-sale.
Radiohead have today announced Hail to the Thief Live Recordings 2003-2009 – a new live album that allowed the band to re-evaluate their relationship with their 6th studio album, Hail To The Thief. The band have also shared a live video performance of “There, There” from Buenos Aires, taken from the album.
Out now digitally, and available to pre-order as a one-off pressing, released on October 31st, the album comprises performances of songs in London, Amsterdam, Buenos Aires, and Dublin between 2003 and 2009. The album was mixed by Ben Baptie and mastered by Matt Colton.
Speaking about the new live album, Thom Yorke says, “In the process of thinking of how to build arrangements for the Shakespeare Hamlet/Hail To The Thief theatre production, I asked to hear some archive live recordings of the songs. I was shocked by the kind of energy behind the way we played. I barely recognised us, and it helped me find a way forward. We decided to get these live recordings mixed and released (it would have been insane to keep them for ourselves). It has all been a very cathartic process. We very much hope you enjoy them.”
The one-off vinyl pressing is also available in a limited-edition red colorway from independent stores and on cyan-colored vinyl, exclusively from Radiohead’s W.A.S.T.E. store.
Thom Yorke recently co-created the critically acclaimed Hamlet Hail to the Thief, a frenetic adaptation of Shakespeare’s Hamlet, set to a deconstructed score of reworked songs from 2003’s Hail to the Thief. Rolling Stone UK said of the new production, “The biggest testament to Yorke and his co-writers that these worlds collide so seamlessly, as if they were always meant to be together.”
Hail To The Thief Live Recordings 2003-2009
Side A
2 + 2 = 5 Sit Down. Stand Up Sail to the Moon Go to Sleep Where I End and You Begin We Suck Young Blood
Side B The Gloaming There, There I Will Myxomatosis Scatterbrain A Wolf at the Door
Critically acclaimed Louisiana singer-songwriter Marc Broussard unveils new music as part of his latest charitable endeavor. “Hallelujah, I Love Her So,” a rousing and robust take on the Ray Charles classic, is the new single and first offering from his forthcoming album, S.O.S 5: Songs of the ’50s, the fifth volume in his ongoing philanthropic S.O.S (Save Our Soul) album series, set for release this fall.
Originally written and recorded in 1956 by Ray Charles, Broussard’s expressive interpretation of this seminal standard sets the tone for the collection of classic 1950s-era recordings (except for one track, circa 1966), providing the basis for S.O.S. 5. A portion of all proceeds will be donated to Love of People, a nonprofit organization based in Lafayette, Louisiana, Broussard’s hometown.
“Ray Charles’ soulful blend of gospel and R&B has always deeply resonated with me, inspiring my own musical journey.” Broussard reflects, “The song’s infectious energy and heartfelt lyrics capture the pure joy of love, which I wanted to celebrate and share with my audience. My aim was to honor Charles’ groundbreaking influence while infusing my own style and passion into the performance. This song is a tribute to the timeless power of soul music and its ability to connect people across generations.”
Similarly, the charity Broussard has chosen holds special significance for him. He shares, “Love of People is a charity that my wife, Sonya, and I have personally supported and volunteered for over the years. I have witnessed their impactful work firsthand and am thrilled to formalize a partnership with them. The goal of all S.O.S projects is to maximize the funds we raise for our partner organizations. With the tremendous success of “Cry to Me” from S.O.S 2: Soul on a Mission, I felt that revisiting the music of the 1950s was a natural choice. It’s also clear to me that this era of music remains beloved by my fans and music lovers worldwide.”
John Williams, Founder and President of Love of People, emphasizes, “Marc Broussard’s unwavering support over the past eight years has been instrumental in the mission and growth of Love of People. From his generous donations to our Community Thanksgiving and Community Christmas Gumbo, to his deep involvement with our Blue Monday Mission, Marc has shown up not just as an artist, but as a true partner in service.” https://www.loveofpeople.org/
2x Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician Billy Strings debuts his exclusive Apple Music Nashville Sessions EP today, which features new renditions of his songs “Be Your Man” (feat. Cory Henry), “Gild the Lily,” “Leaning on a Traveling Song” (feat. Jason Carter) and “Malfunction Junction” (feat. Sam Bush). Listen to the EP exclusively on Apple Music in Spatial Audio HERE and watch a new video for “Gild the Lily” below.
The songs are from Strings’ latest full-length studio album, Highway Prayers, which was released this past fall and debuted at #1 on Billboard’s all-genre Top Album Sales Chart—the first time in 22 years that a bluegrass album has been the top-selling album across genres. Released via Reprise Records, Highway Prayers was produced by Strings and Jon Brion (Fiona Apple, Mac Miller, Aimee Mann) and continues to receive widespread critical attention, with GQ calling Strings “the hottest roots-music phenomenon in decades” and Pitchfork praising, “the bluegrass wunderkind expands his palette, exploring new textures and emotional registers while staying true to his beloved genre.” Listen to Highway PrayersHERE.
Following Highway Prayers, Strings released a surprise collaborative album, Live at the Legion, with Bryan Sutton (stream/purchase here). Recorded live on April 7, 2024 at Nashville’s American Legion Post 82, the album showcases the acclaimed duo performing 20 traditional bluegrass and folk songs, including new renditions of Bob Dylan’s “Don’t Think Twice, It’s Alright,” Doc Watson’s “Way Downtown” and more.
An electric live performer, Strings will tour through this fall including a special series of intimate sold-out shows with Sutton this fall as well as upcoming headline stops at Huntsville’s Orion Amphitheater (three nights), Pittsburgh’s PPG Paints Arena (two nights), Louisville’s KFC Yum! Center (two nights), Fort Worth’s Dickies Arena and Austin’s Moody Center among many others. Full details can be found at www.billystrings.com/tour.
Since his 2017 debut, Strings has been awarded Best Bluegrass Album at the 67th and 63rd Grammy Awards, Artist of the Year at the 2023 and 2022 Americana Music Awards, Entertainer of the Year at the 2023, 2022 and 2021 International Bluegrass Music Awards, Best New Headliner at the 2022 Pollstar Awards and Breakthrough Artist of the Pandemic at the 2021 Pollstar Awards among several other accolades. He has also performed on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” “Jimmy Kimmel Live!,” PBS’ “Austin City Limits” and “Bluegrass Underground” as well as countless sold-out shows worldwide.
BILLY STRINGS CONFIRMED TOUR DATES August 12—Fargo, ND—SCHEELS Arena August 15—Bozeman, MT—Brick Breeden Fieldhouse (SOLD OUT) August 16—Missoula, MT—Adams Center August 19—Vancouver, BC—Commodore Ballroom (SOLD OUT) August 20—Vancouver, BC—Commodore Ballroom (SOLD OUT) August 22—Everett, WA—Angels of the Winds Arena (SOLD OUT) August 23—Eugene, OR—Matthew Knight Arena (SOLD OUT) September 5—Owensboro, KY—Bluegrass Hall of Fame & Museum – Woodward Theatre* (SOLD OUT) September 6—Owensboro, KY—Bluegrass Hall of Fame & Museum – Woodward Theatre* (SOLD OUT) September 11—Boone, NC—Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts* (SOLD OUT) September 12—Boone, NC—Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts* (SOLD OUT) September 14—Nashville, TN—Ryman Auditorium* (SOLD OUT) September 15—Nashville, TN—Ryman Auditorium* (SOLD OUT) September 16—Chattanooga, TN—The Signal* (SOLD OUT) September 17—Chattanooga, TN—The Signal (SOLD OUT) September 20—Minneapolis, MN—Huntington Bank Stadium – Farm Aid 40 October 3—Oslo, NO—Sentrum Scene (SOLD OUT) October 5—Copenhagen, DK—Poolen October 7—Utrecht, NL—TivoliVredenburg (SOLD OUT) October 8—Utrecht, NL—TivoliVredenburg (SOLD OUT) October 10—London, U.K.—Royal Albert Hall (SOLD OUT) October 12—Dublin, IE—National Stadium (SOLD OUT) October 23—Huntsville, AL—Orion Amphitheater October 24—Huntsville, AL—Orion Amphitheater (SOLD OUT) October 25—Huntsville, AL—Orion Amphitheater (SOLD OUT) October 31—Baltimore, MD—CFG Bank Arena November 1—Baltimore, MD—CFG Bank Arena November 7—Pittsburgh, PA—PPG Paints Arena November 8—Pittsburgh, PA—PPG Paints Arena November 11—Rochester, NY—Blue Cross Arena November 12—Albany, NY—MVP Arena November 14—Newark, NJ—Prudential Center November 15—Newark, NJ—Prudential Center December 5—Louisville, KY—KFC Yum! Center December 6—Louisville, KY—KFC Yum! Center December 10—Tulsa, OK—BOK Center December 12—Fort Worth, TX—Dickies Arena December 13—Austin, TX—Moody Center December 14—Austin, TX—ACL Live at the Moody Theater (SOLD OUT) *Billy Strings & Bryan Sutton with Royal Masat
