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Photo Gallery: Incubus, Manchester Orchestra, And Paris Jackson At Toronto’s Budweiser Stage On June 30, 2025
T. Graham Brown Hosts Lacy J. Dalton on New Episode of “LIVE WIRE”
T. Graham Brown returns with a brand-new episode of LIVE WIRE on SiriusXM’s Prime Country (Channel 58), starting Wednesday, July 2 at 10/9c PM. This episode features a special in-studio interview with singer-songwriter and original outlaw favorite Lacy J. Dalton. Recorded live at SiriusXM’s Nashville studios in the AT&T building, Dalton shares stories and memories from her journey in country music, including the making of fan-favorites “16th Avenue” and the 35th anniversary of “Black Coffee,” and more.
“Y’all, it is hotter than a firecracker out there this summer, and I hope you’re stayin’ cool,” shares Brown. “Normally, I’d make a joke about it, but all we can do is turn the AC down and the radio up, as I play you some of the best live cuts out there. Come hang out with me and my buddy Lacy J. Dalton. Now she’s cool!”
Airing throughout July, the show will include live performances from legendary artists like Tracy Lawrence, Barbara Mandrell, Gary Morris, Charley Pride, and The Beach Boys, along with an exclusive interview with Lacy J. Dalton. Tune in for rare live recordings and untold stories from some of your favorite stars. LIVE WIRE is also available anytime on-demand through the SiriusXM app and Pandora NOW for listeners with a standard SiriusXM subscription.
Brown was recently honored with an EMMY award for Special Event Coverage at the 39th annual Midsouth EMMY Awards in Nashville, recognizing his standout performance in ‘Still Playin’ Possum: Music & Memories of George Jones.’ The televised tribute celebrated the legacy of George Jones and included appearances by artists like Trace Adkins, Lorrie Morgan, Travis Tritt, Tanya Tucker, Jelly Roll, and others. The event took place at the sold-out Von Braun Center in Huntsville, Alabama.
T. Graham Brown’s latest album, ‘From Memphis to Muscle Shoals’ debuted at #1 on the iTunes Top Blues Album Chart and the Top 10 on the iTunes Country Top Albums Chart. The album features legendary collaborations with artists such as Bettye LaVette, Sam Moore, Delbert McClinton, Dwight Yoakam, Eddie Floyd, Little Anthony, Randy Houser, Sammy Hagar, Tanya Tucker, Wynonna, and Zach Williams. In addition to top spots on the iTunes Charts, the 14 new song collection has garnered over one million on-demand streams.
‘America 250: Kick-Off Country Celebration’ to Air July 4th
America’s 250th birthday, which officially is July 4, 2026 (1776-2026) and will commemorate and celebrate the anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, will have a full year-long lead up celebration kicking off this July 4th with a 250th Anniversary Kick-Off Country Celebration that will feature country music hitmakers of the 80s and 90s era performing in Nashville, Tennessee, in a pre-recorded concert.
“Country music comes from the heartland of America,” says Frank Matassa, executive producer. “We have brought together several artists from the 80s and 90s era to perform one of their most recognized hits for this special, which makes this a sing-along for Country music fans.”
Throughout the special, several of America’s notable and historic places will be highlighted including the Gettysburg National Military Park, Liberty Bell, Pearl Harbor National Memorial, The Alamo, George Washington’s Estate in Mount Vernon among others.
“We live in the greatest nation in the world,” says T. Graham Brown. “To be able to perform with so many other great artists and friends to honor America is very special to me.”
The one-year countdown to America’s 250th birthday will kick off at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, with a Salute to America celebration featuring remarks by the President of the United States. The event will also feature patriotic entertainment and fireworks.
America’s 250th anniversary kick-off country celebration will feature performances by The Oak Ridge Boys, Lee Greenwood, Larry Gatlin & The Gatlin Brothers, The Bellamy Brothers, Exile, T. Graham Brown, Shenandoah’s Marty Raybon, Restless Heart’s Larry Stewart, Tim Rushlow, Eddy Raven, David Frizzell & Lisa Matassa and will air on July 4th at 1 PM (ET) and 6 PM (ET) With An Encore Broadcast on July 5th at 7 PM (ET) On RFD-TV
BTS to Release First Live Album ‘PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE – LIVE’ Featuring “Dynamite,” “Butter,” and More
21st century pop icons BTS is set to release their first-ever live album, PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE – LIVE, along with an accompanying digital code, ‘BTS PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE – SEOUL,’ on July 18.
Launched in October 2021 via an online concert, ‘PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE’ evolved into a global spectacle that connected BTS with ARMY both in-person and virtually. The tour spanned a total of 12 shows across Seoul, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas. It amassed over 4 million attendees/viewers total, across all formats including in-person concerts (LIVE PLAY) and virtual live stream (LIVE VIEWING).
The live album features 22 tracks performed during the tour, including BTS’ iconic global hits such as “Dynamite,” “Butter,” “Life Goes On,” “Boy With Luv (feat. Halsey),” “ON,” and more. Officially available in live version for the first time, the tracks capture the electrifying energy and dynamic soundscape of ‘PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE’ that resonated through stadiums around the world.
In addition to the album, fans can revisit the Seoul leg of the tour with ‘BTS PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE – SEOUL,’ that includes a 141-minute digital code featuring a video compilation of the group’s performances from the final show of the three-day concerts held at Olympic Stadium in Seoul from March 10 to 13, 2022, along with a 92-page interview photobook offering behind-the-scenes moments from the concert, and more that allows fans to relive every moment of the concert. The digital code will be offered in a card format that allows users to enter the code on the global fandom platform Weverse to access high-definition VOD content that can be viewed through the Weverse app or website by scanning a QR code or entering the provided digital code.
21st century pop icons BTS is set to release their first-ever live album, PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE – LIVE, along with an accompanying digital code, ‘BTS PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE – SEOUL,’ on July 18.
Launched in October 2021 via an online concert, ‘PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE’ evolved into a global spectacle that connected BTS with ARMY both in-person and virtually. The tour spanned a total of 12 shows across Seoul, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas. It amassed over 4 million attendees/viewers total, across all formats including in-person concerts (LIVE PLAY) and virtual live stream (LIVE VIEWING).
The live album features 22 tracks performed during the tour, including BTS’ iconic global hits such as “Dynamite,” “Butter,” “Life Goes On,” “Boy With Luv (feat. Halsey),” “ON,” and more. Officially available in live version for the first time, the tracks capture the electrifying energy and dynamic soundscape of ‘PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE’ that resonated through stadiums around the world.
In addition to the album, fans can revisit the Seoul leg of the tour with ‘BTS PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE – SEOUL,’ that includes a 141-minute digital code featuring a video compilation of the group’s performances from the final show of the three-day concerts held at Olympic Stadium in Seoul from March 10 to 13, 2022, along with a 92-page interview photobook offering behind-the-scenes moments from the concert, and more that allows fans to relive every moment of the concert. The digital code will be offered in a card format that allows users to enter the code on the global fandom platform Weverse to access high-definition VOD content that can be viewed through the Weverse app or website by scanning a QR code or entering the provided digital code.
PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE – LIVE will be available on streaming platforms worldwide on July 18. Fans can pre-order the album through online and offline retailers, starting July 1.
America’s ‘Hearts’ Turns 50: Expanded Edition Includes “Sister Golden Hair,” “Daisy Jane,” and More
Today, Omnivore Recordings announced the 50th anniversary expanded edition of Hearts, America’s fifth album for Warner Bros. Records and second with legendary producer Sir George Martin, out on August 8.
1975 was a watershed year for the band having established themselves as true hitmakers. Their previous album Holiday (and first with Martin) delivered two Top 5 hits (“Tin Man” and “Lonely People”) and the follow-up Hearts did not disappoint with three Top 40s including the summer favorite, “Sister Golden Hair,” the band’s first #1 since their debut album’s “A Horse With No Name” in 1972.
Working with Martin proved essential for the band’s creative growth with all three members (Beckley, Bunnell and Dan Peek) contributing strong material; each charting hit singles. As Beckley would reminisce in a new interview for this album’s notes, “we learned an immense amount from them (Martin and famed Beatles engineer Geoff Emerick) that we applied the minute we started on Hearts.”
Omnivore’s expanded edition celebrating the 50th anniversary of this Top 5 charting, Gold-certified album includes six bonus tracks with five previously unissued alternate versions. Experience the beautiful harmonies on the vocal and string mix of “Daisy Jane,” an alternate acoustic mix of the plaintive “Old Virginia,” plus the CD debut of the Spanish language version of “Sister Golden Hair” (“Con Tu Pelo Tan Dorado“).
As Gerry Buckley said “Hearts was built to last” and is still as fresh and engaging as ever!
Pre-order: www.omnivorerecordings.com/shop/hearts
Hearts Tracklist:
1. Daisy Jane
2. Half A Man
3. Midnight
4. Bell Tree
5. Old Virginia
6. People In The Valley
7. Company
8. Woman Tonight
9. The Story Of A Teenager
10. Sister Golden Hair
11. Tomorrow
12. Seasons
Bonus Tracks
13. Midnight (Vocals & Orchestra)
14. Old Virginia (Acoustic Version)
15. People In The Valley (Alternate Version)
16. Daisy Jane (Vocals & Strings Mix)
17. Seasons (Vocals & Orchestra)
18. Con Tu Pelo Tan Dorado (Spanish Version Of “sister Golden Hair”)
* Tracks 13–17 Previously Unissued
* Track 18 First Time on CD
Unpublished Jack Kerouac Writings on Buddhism Released in ‘The Buddhist Years’
The Estate of Jack Kerouac are thrilled to announce the release of The Buddhist Years: Collected Writings—a powerful new volume of never-before-published work from Jack Kerouac, now available from Sal Paradise Press and Rare Bird Books.
Edited by Charles Shuttleworth, The Buddhist Years: Collected Writings offers a rare window into Kerouac’s deeply personal exploration of Buddhism and spirituality. Drawn entirely from his vast archives, these writings show Jack not as the wild figure often imagined, but as a soul-searching, intensely reflective man who believed writing was his spiritual path.
Kerouac saw Buddhism not just as a belief system, but as a way to make sense of his art, his restlessness, and the world around him. This collection is honest, revealing, and quintessentially Kerouac—alive with insight, yearning, and raw emotion.
This is the fourth release in our ongoing series from the Kerouac archives, following Desolation Peak (2022), Truth and Beautiful Meaningful Lies (2023), and Self-Portrait (2024).
A portion of proceeds will benefit the Jack Kerouac Foundation and its ongoing efforts to renovate the future Jack Kerouac Center —bringing the historic building up to code with essential upgrades like HVAC, sprinklers, ADA accessibility, and restrooms. All donations are tax-deductible and make a real difference to this community arts and performance center.
Sly Stone and Richard Pryor Jam and Joke on The Mike Douglas Show in 1974
On November 27, 1974, a day before Thanksgiving, musical legend Sly Stone and comedy icon Richard Pryor teamed up for an unforgettable moment on The Mike Douglas Show. As part of Sly’s week-long guest appearance, the duo delivered a spontaneous, lighthearted jam session—blending humor, soul, and star power. Their chemistry and playful energy captured a rare and joyous intersection of funk and comedy on daytime TV.
XTC’s 1980 BBC2 Special ‘At The Manor’ Offers Rare Behind-the-Scenes Look at “Towers of London”
Originally broadcast on BBC2 on October 8, 1980, XTC At The Manor is a one-hour mockumentary chronicling the band’s recording of “Towers of London” at The Manor studio over one August weekend. Directed by Roy Chapman and produced/narrated by Tony Staveacre, the film blends interviews with every band member and rare studio footage. Viewers also get a glimpse of producer Steve Lillywhite, engineer Richard Manwaring, and label head Richard Branson during this creatively charged session.
Fairport Convention’s 1981 Granada TV ‘Celebration’ Captures Folk Rock Legends in Rare Hiatus Performance
Broadcast in August 1981 on Granada TV and hosted by Mike Harding, Fairport Convention: Celebration is a rare full-set look at the band’s “Full House” lineup during their hiatus years. Featuring Dave Swarbrick, Richard Thompson, Simon Nicol, Dave Pegg, and Dave Mattacks—with guest Linda Thompson—the special blends 1970-era tracks, material from Smiddyburn, and unreleased gems like “Wall of Death.” This performance is a must-watch for folk rock fans and a snapshot of a band between chapters.
Inside Pop 1967: Leonard Bernstein Presents Rock Music as Art
In 1967, Inside Pop: The Rock Revolution made history by treating pop and rock not as fleeting fads, but as serious art. Hosted by Leonard Bernstein and directed by David Oppenheim, the CBS documentary featured performances by Janis Ian and Brian Wilson, and examined how young musicians were shaping and responding to the era’s social upheaval. It marked one of the first major acknowledgments of rock music as a legitimate cultural force on American television.