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SiriusXM Honors Bob Weir With Tribute Broadcasts On Grateful Dead Channel And Phish Radio

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Bob Weir, co-founder and legendary guitarist of the Grateful Dead, has passed away. He was 78.

SiriusXM’s Grateful Dead ChannelPhish Radio, and Jam On 309 are celebrating the life and legacy of Bob Weir. Tune in to the channels on car radios and the SiriusXM app during the times listed below to hear live concerts and tributes to the co-founder and legendary guitarist of the Grateful Dead.

Dead & Company: 8/3/25 San Francisco, CA – Golden Gate Park – Grateful Dead Channel (Ch. 23)

  • Monday 1/12 @ 5 pm ET
  • Tuesday 1/13 @ noon ET
  • Wednesday 1/14 @ 9 pm ET
  • Thursday 1/15 @ 8 am ET
  • Friday 1/16 @ 3 pm ET
  • Saturday 1/17 @ noon ET
  • Sunday 1/18 @ 9 pm ET

Bobby Weir & The Campfire Band: 10/16/16 Port Chester, NY – The Capitol Theatre – Grateful Dead Channel (Ch. 23)

  • Monday 1/12 @ 9 pm ET
  • Friday 1/16 @ noon ET

Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros Featuring The Wolf Pack, Derek Trucks, Rick Mitarotonda & Sturgill Simpson: 1/12/24 Riviera Maya, MX – Dead Ahead – Grateful Dead Channel (Ch. 23)

  • Tuesday 1/13 @ 9 pm ET
  • Sunday 1/18 @ noon ET

Bobby Weir & John Mayer: 8/8/22 Livingston, MT – Pine Creek Lodge – Grateful Dead Channel (Ch. 23)

  • Wednesday 1/14 @ noon ET
  • Friday 1/16 @ 9 pm ET

Bobby Weir & Phil Lesh Featuring Trey Anastasio: 3/3/18 New York, NY – Radio City Music Hall – Grateful Dead Channel (Ch. 23)

  • Thursday 1/15 @ noon ET
  • Saturday 1/17 @ 9 pm ET

Bobby Weir & Friends: 11/17/22 Mill Valley, CA – Sweetwater Music Hall – Grateful Dead Channel (Ch. 23)

  • Thursday 1/15 @ 9 pm ET

Musical Tribute To Bobby Weir – Hosted by David Gans & Gary Lambert – Grateful Dead Channel (Ch. 23)

  • Tuesday 1/13 @ 5 pm ET
  • Wednesday 1/14 @ 9 am ET
  • Friday 1/16 @ midnight ET
  • Saturday 1/17 @ 4 pm ET
  • Sunday 1/18 @ 4 pm ET

Big Steve Hour – Special Edition – Grateful Dead Channel (Ch. 23)

  • Thursday 1/15 @ 5 pm ET

Phish w/ Bobby Weir 10/18/16 Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena – Phish Radio (Ch. 29)

  • Monday 1/12 @ noon ET
  • Tuesday 1/13 @ 9 pm ET

Jam On 309 schedule coming soon.

Brighton Four-Piece congratulations Set February Arrival For Debut Album ‘Join Hands’ Featuring “Dr. Doctor”

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Brighton quartet congratulations will unveil their first full-length album ‘Join Hands’ on February 13 through Bella Union. This ten-track collection functions as an energetic invitation to embrace indie dance rock and collective movement. To mark the announcement, the group released a new single titled “Dr. Doctor” alongside a DIY video inspired by classic hammer horror films. The track features a manipulated foghorn sample over a heavy breakbeat while vocalist Leah Stanhope delivers melodic lines that eventually shift into funk-heavy guitar work. This song follows the previously released tracks “This Life” and “Fought 4 Love” in the lead-up to the record.

The band heads out on a headline UK tour starting this February with a sold-out hometown show at Alphabet. The trek continues through major cities including Glasgow, Manchester, and London before the group travels to the United States for a run of performances at SXSW. In the “Dr. Doctor” video, a faceless figure transforms the band members into rock monstrosities, mirroring the frantic energy of the music. It is a fantastic example of a band merging a distinct visual aesthetic with a groove-heavy sound. These upcoming shows provide the first opportunity for audiences to hear the debut album in a live setting.

congratulations UK Tour Dates:

February 12 – Alphabet – Brighton

February 25 – The Cluny – Newcastle

February 26 – Nice N Sleazy – Glasgow

February 27 – Northern Quarter – Huddersfield

February 28 – Bedford Esquires – Bedford

March 3 – Moth Club – London

March 4 – Hare & Hounds 2 – Birmingham

March 5 – Voodoo Daddy’s – Norwich

March 6 – Night & Day – Manchester

March 7 – The Croft – Bristol

311 Announces The Road To 311 Day Tour Dates Featuring Special Guests Tunnel Vision

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California is the staging ground for a high-octane run of 311 shows this March as the band prepares for their massive Vegas residency. Sacramento, San Luis Obispo, and Ventura sit on the itinerary for the newly announced “The Road to 311 Day” trek. Joining the tour as special guests are Tunnel Vision, adding to the energy of these pre-celebration dates. Tickets for the general public become available Friday, January 16, at 10 am sharp. This upcoming stretch leads into the 26th annual 311 Day milestone on March 7 and 8.

The Las Vegas takeover is growing into a massive citywide event featuring archival exhibits and collaborations with the Blue Man Group. Fans hitting the Nevada shows can browse a retrospective filled with three decades of gear, artwork, and posters. Those looking for the full experience can grab VIP packages that offer photos with the group and early floor access. 311 is doing something special by playing two entirely unique sets with zero song repeats over the weekend.

Brooklyn Avant-Pop Project Victoryland Shares “I’ll Show You Mine” From Debut Album ‘My Heart Is A Room With No Cameras In It’

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Brooklyn artist Julian McCamman presents “I’ll Show You Mine” today as the final single from the new Victoryland album ‘My Heart Is A Room With No Cameras In It’. Released via the Good English label, this closing track features airy guitar work and bright synth runs. McCamman describes the song as a final pop egress focused on vulnerability and realizations. This new material follows the success of previous singles “No Cameras” and “Fits” which earned attention from outlets like Stereogum and Paste Magazine for their blend of chaotic vocals and acoustic pop jubilation. The full record is available now across digital platforms and on cassette tape.

Producer Dan Howard worked with McCamman to refine these sprawling experiments at the studio. This collaboration results in a shift toward pop sensibilities compared to the discordant guitars found on the 2024 record ‘Sprain’. The songs on the new album balance commercial choruses with the grit of the Brooklyn DIY scene. Victoryland celebrates the release of the record with a headline performance at Union Pool in Brooklyn on January 29. The lineup for the evening includes support from Fernette, ER Visit, Amiture Music, and a DJ set from Eve Swords. This collection of music is a bold and refreshing step into new sonic territory.

London Dreampop Trio deary Announce Debut Album ‘Birding’ And Share New Single “Seabird”

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London-based three-piece deary announce their debut full-length album ‘Birding’ is due out April 3 via Bella Union. To accompany the news, the band shared their lead single “Seabird” which features layers of echoing guitar chords. “Seabird is like a fable, a story of a person pleading to an omnipotent bird and asking, ‘when does it all get better?’” the band notes regarding the track. This new music follows the group forming during lockdown when Ben Easton and Dottie Cockram bonded over a shared appreciation for Cocteau Twins and Slowdive.

The album title ‘Birding’ refers to the sense of expansion and abandon found within the music while addressing human impact on the natural world. Singer and guitarist Dottie Cockram explains that she found historical stories and poetry where birds represent both hope and different elements of life. “The album is all about human consequences,” says Ben Easton. He mentions that the songs explore effects on mental health, nature, and the vulnerability of our inner selves. This record is a definitive statement for the group as they move beyond their early stages.

Working with longtime collaborator Iggy B, the band took on production duties themselves for the eleven tracks. Drummer Harry Catchpole joined the lineup last year, solidifying the trio as a collaborative unit in the studio. “Our last EP was us trying to be deary,” Easton says, “and this album is us being deary.” The band kicks off a run of UK and EU live shows in April starting at The Lower Third in London. This collection of songs shows exactly how much the band has grown since their 2023 EP ‘Fairground’ surfaced.

deary UK + EU live dates:

April 3 – The Lower Third – London

May 12 – Hare & Hounds 2 – Birmingham

May 13 – YES Pink Room – Manchester

May 14 – VooDoo Room Speakeasy – Edinburgh

May 15 – Sidney & Matilda Basement – Sheffield

May 20 – Hasard Ludique – Paris, France

May 21 – V11 – Rotterdam, Netherlands

May 22 – Cinetol – Amsterdam, Netherlands

San Francisco Hosts “Homecoming: Celebrating The Life Of Bobby Weir” This Saturday At Civic Center Plaza

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San Francisco prepares for a public gathering this Saturday, January 17, to honor the life and legacy of Bobby Weir. The event, titled “Homecoming: Celebrating the life of Bobby Weir,” takes place at Civic Center Plaza starting at 12:45 pm PT. A memorial procession will precede the gathering at approximately 12:30 pm PT, traveling three blocks down Market Street between 7th and 9th Streets. Organizers have designated Fulton Plaza as the primary entrance for those attending the ceremony at 335 McAllister Street. This gathering focuses on collective remembrance and gratitude through a series of special tributes dedicated to Weir. This event is a beautiful and dignified way for the San Francisco community to gather in his honor. There are no live musical performances scheduled as this is a formal public tribute rather than a concert.

Posthumous Mike Finnigan Track “My Credit Didn’t Go Through” Arrives Before March Album

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Blues legend Mike Finnigan takes the spotlight this Friday with the release of “My Credit Didn’t Go Through” via Forty Below Records. This high energy track serves as a preview for the upcoming self-titled posthumous album ‘Mike Finnigan’ scheduled for arrival on March 20. Originally written by General Johnson and Greg Perry for The Chairmen of the Board, the song features a robust arrangement produced by J.J. Blair. The studio band for this session includes Stephen Stills, Chris Stills, and James Gadson alongside bassist Bob Glaub and guitarists Val McCallum and Josh Sklair.

The upcoming eleven track collection highlights Finnigan as a formidable vocalist and band leader through a series of collaborations with iconic peers. Listeners find Smokey Robinson joining for a rendition of “The Way You Do The Things You Do” while Joe Bonamassa contributes to “20 Years of B.B. King.” The tracklist moves from the soul of Curtis Mayfield on “A Fool For You” to the reimagined country of Merle Haggard on “Sing Me Back Home.”

‘Mike Finnigan’ Tracklist:

  1. “20 Years of B.B. King” (with Joe Bonamassa)
  2. “My Credit Didn’t Go Through”
  3. “Don’t Answer The Door”
  4. “A Fool For You”
  5. “The Way You Do the Things You Do” (with Smokey Robinson)
  6. “It Ain’t Fair”
  7. “She’s Not Just Another Woman”
  8. “All That You Dream”
  9. “Lay Around and Love on You” (with Dean Parks)
  10. “Let That Liar Alone” (with Kelly Finnigan)
  11. “Sing Me Back Home”

Ed Sheeran Joins Forces With Dave Grohl and John Mayer To Perform “Drive” From ‘F1 The Movie’

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Ed Sheeran stood center stage on Jimmy Kimmel Live today to deliver a high-velocity rendition of “Drive” from the ‘F1 The Movie’ soundtrack. This television appearance brought together an unexpected lineup of heavy hitters to support the singer. Dave Grohl took his seat behind the drum kit while John Mayer provided the lead guitar work. The stage also featured the expertise of producer Blake Slatkin, keyboardist Rami Jaffee, and legendary bassist Pino Palladino.

The Quiet Money Choices That Shape Your Financial Story Over Time

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By Mitch Rice

People often believe that their financial reputation is contingent on major events, such as obtaining a car loan, applying for a mortgage, or selecting a major credit card. In truth, it’s all those small decisions that count, and that dozen near-imperceptible phone calls to your finances that add up to something larger. It’s like a favorite album; it will grow on you song by song. Credit history is just like a favorite album; it also builds over time in patterns, not single events. It’s the consistency that counts, not the occasional outbursts of activity.

The Timing of Daily Payments

Payment of bills is a mundane task. However, there is meaning conveyed through that ordinary task by lenders. Not paying on time is the norm, but being late, no matter by how many days, leaves a lasting impression that lingers beyond what is expected by many consumers. What might be surprising is the fact that the lender does not simply notice the missed payments. This is because they also notice the timing patterns. On-time patterns are good since the lender knows that the person is reliable. When the patterns are irregular, it means that the lender wonders if the person is trustworthy.

How You Use Available Credit

To have access to credit is different from being dependent on it. Credit card use that only amounts to a sliver of the total available credit demonstrates good credit management. Exceeding the boundaries, even if repaid in full, may depict struggles in personal finances. Perception is as important as reality at this point. It may look like addiction from the outside when heavily used despite wanting convenience.

Daily Habits vs. Big Decisions

People do not really think about their financial situation until a major event is on the horizon, such as a move, a new job, or buying a car. What lenders care about is everything in between.

“Patterns that emerge in low-activity periods have a lot of weight,” continues Norcross. “The frequency behind opening new accounts, the duration of those accounts, whether there’s a steady pattern when there’s little of note occurring—all these factors quietly establish a rhythm.”

At this stage, it helps to pause and check credit score information simply to understand how those everyday habits translate into a broader financial picture. Seeing the data the way lenders do can clarify where you stand before decisions feel urgent, rather than after.

Opening and Closing of Accounts

Opening a new account may be like moving ahead. Shutting down an existing account may be like accepting responsibility. However, in either case, something silently occurs. Old accounts give the context of your financial history. Closing them may make things convenient, but it reduces your credit trail. Having multiple ones may appear unreliable, despite the intention to make a calculated move. It is not an issue of opposing change. It is an issue of the speed of the

Stability Beyond Income

Income is important, but predictable patterns of behavior are even more so. Bankers value predictability: predictable deposits, predictable spending patterns, predictable changes, not unpredictable ones. Other than this, even lifestyle choices may tip the balance. Changes in jobs or residence, abrupt changes in spending behaviors in different categories, and significant unforeseen expenses may result in some uncertainty lurking behind a strong profile.

Small Errors, Big Effects

Not all the messages from the financial side are deliberate. They can make mistakes. They might include accounts that you do not own, balances from the past, and addresses that are no longer valid. These points seldom shout for attention. If you don’t look at them regularly, they can quietly affect how you are assessed. Eventually, tiny mistakes can lead to large consequences.

Why Awareness Leads to Habit Change

What is remarkable about financial literacy is the rapid way it alters behavior. Seeing howsmall actions can be interpreted leads people to behave more carefully. This isn’t about being afraid or being a control freak and a perfectionist. It is about alignment. When what you do on a day-by-day basis is in line with a long-range vision, making money is less scary and

The Long View on Your Financial Reputation

Your credit history is not evidence of your impeccable lifestyle. It reflects consistency. Banks do not look for flawlessly respectable past records. They look for consistency. As with a career that spans multiple years or a body of work that improves with age, financial history matures with time, thus becoming credible.

Conclusion

Confidence with finances seldom happens suddenly. Confidence comes from understanding your situation before it matters most. Making small decisions with intention can make bigger decisions seem less intimidating. There’s less scrambling to do, less surprises, more room for the

Data and information are provided for informational purposes only, and are not intended for investment or other purposes.

Slots of Vegas Casino for Australians: a candid field guide

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By Mitch Rice

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The first 15 minutes tell you plenty

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Slots of Vegas keeps pokies as the main event, then adds table games and video poker for when you want a change.

Three pokies that don’t feel like copy-paste

At Slots of Vegas, some pokies feel properly different, even after you’ve seen a lot of online reels. If you play from Australia, you still want the basics: how the game pays, what the bonus does, and how wild the swings can get. Start with these three.

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If you want longer sessions on a budget, Cash Bandits 2 suits smaller stakes. If you prefer sharper spikes, Enchanted Garden leans that way. PayDirt sits between them, and its free spins change the pace so the bonus round doesn’t feel like the same clip on repeat.

Cards and classics for a change of pace

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Welcome offers, bonus codes, and rules you should actually read

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VIP perks for regulars

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Slots of Vegas won’t do this part for you, but it’s easy enough when you keep it tidy.

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Slots of Vegas also promotes responsible play tools. If you feel yourself chasing, stop and set a limit before the next deposit.

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Which games does Slots of Vegas highlight for pokies fans?

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