Much like its larger sister festival, Telluride Bluegrass Festival, Planet Bluegrass’s RockyGrass is a homecoming for Festivarians far and wide. Not only do families and friends return year after year to dip their toes in the Saint Vrain River and enjoy the finest bluegrass and bluegrass-adjacent music the world has to offer, but world-class musicians also count the days until their return to the Planet Bluegrass Ranch to catch up and collaborate with friends on the legendary Colorado front range stage. They typically also dip their toes in the Saint Vrain River.
Nathaniel Rateliff and Gregory Alan Isakov Unveil “Flowers” Ahead of Madison Square Garden Show
Nathaniel Rateliff and longtime friend Gregory Alan Isakov today unveil a new song, “Flowers”—listen/share here. The pair will perform the duet on Jimmy Kimmel Live! tonight, marking Isakov’s late-night television debut. The song lands in advance of Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats’ landmark headline show at Madison Square Garden on March 27, part of their milestone first-ever arena tour, with Isakov to support—tickets are available now here.
Rateliff and Isakov have known each other since the early days of their careers, rising through the local Denver-Boulder area music scene together. The pair initially crafted “Flowers” as a demo around Rateliff’s 2020 solo album And It’s Still Alright; however, the song remained unfinished for five years before the two revisited it recently.
Rateliff shares, “In the moment, because so much time had passed, it was hard to remember who had written what – our words becoming each other’s. Now, listening back, I remember lines Gregory offered and others I did, but it truly is a work of us together, as one.”
Isakov reflects, “My longtime friend Nathaniel Rateliff brought some pieces of a song by the farm a little while back and we finished it and tracked it late that night. We ran around the studio tracking instruments and ideas thinking we might re-track it all later, but just loved how the first take came out. Hope you love it as much as we do.”
The track was mixed and mastered with help from Patrick Meese, Mark Anderson and David Wilton.
Around the band’s recent Los Angeles show at Kia Forum, Rateliff & The Night Sweats held an initiative to help raise wildfire recovery funds for the Los Angeles area alongside supporting acts Waxahatchee and Iron And Wine. The bands donated VIP passes, a meet and greet experience and a signed Gibson guitar to 3 winners, with proceeds from the fundraising efforts going to the Musicares Fire Relief Fund. Donations can still be made to the fund here.
In addition, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, in partnership with Greater Good Music and Dream Center LA, purchased a mobile food pantry for those who lost their homes to the Los Angeles fires—truckloads of food, water and pet supplies are available on the streets of the city, with those living in hotels and shelters able to drive or walk up to receive meals.
Greater Good Music partners with music artists to give mobile food pantries to people in disaster zones—recent partnerships include Ringo Star and Def Leppard for those affected by the Los Angeles fires and Green Day, who donated emergency food to those affected by the Maui fires. Greater Good is currently feeding 1,200 people in Los Angeles weekly.
The second leg of the band’s first arena tour also saw stops at Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena, Connecticut’s Mohegan Sun, and a slew of performances in Canada, including at Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena, with two nights in Boston at MGM Music Hall at Fenway remaining. The first leg of the arena tour saw electric performances at Red Rocks, Chicago’s United Center, and St. Paul’s Excel Center. Pioneer Press praised Rateliff’s “twangy voice exploding out of guitars and keyboards and horns into roaring, soaring choruses”—see more critical acclaim for the tour and full routing below.
The tour caps off another highlight year for the band, which saw two #1s: “Heartless” and “Call Me (Whatever You Like)” from their critically acclaimed fourth full-length studio album, South of Here, both topped the Adult Alternative Chart, marking their 7th and 8th #1s to date. The album is out now via Stax—listen here. See the band perform “Heartless” on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert here and an excerpt from their special on the Howard Stern Show here.
Additionally, Rateliff has been appointed as Newport Folk Steward, the first artist to hold such a role at the legendary festival since Pete Seeger. The position holds a three-year term, which will see Rateliff serving as Steward actively for two years and advising the next recipient during a third transition year. Rateliff has chosen to devote his term to artist advocacy, fellowship and mentorship both at the Fort and beyond.
SOUTH OF HERE TOUR —NATHANIEL RATELIFF & THE NIGHT SWEATS
February 13 /// Vancouver, BC /// Rogers Arena*
February 15 /// Seattle, WA /// Climate Pledge Arena*
February 16 /// Portland, OR /// Moda Center*
February 18 /// Reno, NV /// Grand Sierra Resort ±
February 21 /// Los Angeles, CA /// Kia Forum ± #
February 22 /// San Francisco, CA /// Bill Graham Civic Auditorium ±
March 11 /// Edmonton, AB /// Rogers Place~
March 13 /// Calgary, AB /// Scotiabank Saddledome~
March 15 /// Winnipeg, MB /// Canada Life Centre~
March 18 /// Fishers, IN /// Fishers Event Center~
March 19 /// Pittsburgh, PA /// Petersen Events Center~
March 21 /// Toronto, ON /// Scotiabank Arena~
March 22 /// Ottawa, ON /// Canadian Tire Centre~
March 23 /// Uncasville, CT /// Mohegan Sun~
March 27 /// New York, NY /// Madison Square Garden+
March 28 /// Boston, MA /// MGM Music Hall at Fenway
March 29 /// Boston, MA /// MGM Music Hall at Fenway
+with support from Gregory Alan Isakov
*with support from Charley Crockett
±with support from Iron & Wine
#with support from Waxahatchee
~with support from The Teskey Brothers
Billy Idol Announces Dream Into It with New Single “Still Dancing” and 2024 Tour
Rock legend Billy Idol is set for the release of his first full-length album of new music in over a decade. Dream Into It is out April 25 on Dark Horse Records and includes performance and co-writing contributions throughout from Idol’s longtime guitarist/collaborator Steve Stevens plus appearances by Avril Lavigne, Joan Jett and Alison Mosshart of The Kills. Dream Into It is produced by Tommy English; see below for a complete track list and album art, and pre-order the record HERE.
In anticipation of the forthcoming record, Idol is debuting the new single “Still Dancing” alongside a video directed by Steven Sebring.
“‘Still Dancing’ is really a reflection of my whole journey,” explains Idol. “From the punk rock period through to now. And I’m still looking towards the future, still living the life I set out to live.
“At the start of the song I’m recalling the early times in London, when I was living in squats or at friends’ apartments, all my belongings in a plastic bag. Everybody at home or work told you what you were doing was never going to happen. But punk rock gave me an opening. I was surrounded by people who loved the music as deeply as I did and you were going to throw caution to the wind, believe in what you were doing and grab on for dear life.
“As the song says, there have been many moments along the way where I’ve been self destructive. But what’s seen me through is that unflinching belief in the music that started all those years ago. That’s been the greatest gift of all.”
Alongside the upcoming album, Idol and Stevens were recently nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025. Fan voting is open through April 21 HERE, with inductees to be announced at the end of April.
Additionally, Idol is returning to the road for It’s a Nice Day To…Tour Again! Fellow superstar Joan Jett & the Blackhearts will join Idol on all shows. Produced by Live Nation, the run of arenas and amphitheatres kicks off at the Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre in Phoenix on April 30 and includes stops at an array of storied venues including New York’s Madison Square Garden, Los Angeles’ Kia Forum, the Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado, Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, MD and more. Tickets are available at billyidol.net/tour, see below for a complete list of dates. Five dollars from every ticket sold to the Los Angeles show at Kia Forum will be donated to the American Red Cross to support Southern California Wildfire Relief. Billly Idol will also personally match this donation.
Last year, Idol celebrated the 40th Anniversary of his landmark sophomore album Rebel Yell with a Deluxe Expanded Edition out now via Capitol/UMe. Idol also recently released the concert film Billy Idol: State Line, a Vertigo Live concert film documenting his April 2023 show at the famed Hoover Dam—the first-ever concert performed at the location. The film highlights the history and significance of the Hoover Dam and includes two unique sets of Billy Idol’s iconic hits: a full band concert at sunset with special guests that electrified and illuminated the surrounding Black Canyon, and an acoustic duo set on the roof of the powerhouse at the foot of Hoover Dam straddling the Colorado River, directly on the Nevada/Arizona state line.
For 46 years, Billy Idol has been one of the definitive faces and voices of rock’n’roll. Between 1977 and 1981, Idol released three albums with Generation X as their camera-ready frontman. In 1982, he embarked on a transatlantic/trans-genre solo career that integrated the bold and simple lines of punk and rock’n’roll decadence. With his longtime guitarist/collaborator Steve Stevens at his side, Idol has toured consistently around the world for the last ten years. Showing no signs of slowing down, Idol released both The Roadside EP in 2021 and The Cage EP in 2022 on Dark Horse Records, earning praise from fans and critics alike.
BILLY IDOL DREAM INTO IT
1. Dream Into It
2. 77 (featuring Avril Lavigne)
3. Too Much Fun
4. John Wayne (featuring Alison Mosshart)
5. Wildside (featuring Joan Jett)
6. People I Love
7. Gimme The Weight
8. I’m Your Hero
9. Still Dancing
BILLY IDOL: IT’S A NICE DAY TO…TOUR AGAIN!
April 30 /// Phoenix, AZ /// Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre*
May 3 /// Houston, TX /// Cynthia Woods Mitchell
Pavilion presented by Huntsman*
May 4 /// Austin, TX /// Moody Center*
May 7 /// Fort Worth, TX /// Dickies Arena*
May 9 /// Alpharetta, GA /// Ameris Bank Amphitheatre*
May 10 /// Tampa, FL /// MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre*
May 13 /// Sunrise, FL /// Amerant Bank Arena*
May 16 /// Charlotte, NC /// PNC Music Pavilion*
May 17 /// Nashville, TN /// Bridgestone Arena*
May 20 /// Tinley Park, IL /// Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre*
May 21 /// Cincinnati, OH /// Riverbend Music Center*
May 23 /// Toronto, ON /// Budweiser Stage*
June 18 /// Northeim, DE /// Waldbuhne
June 20 /// Copenhagen, DK /// Copenhell
June 22 /// Milton Keynes, UK /// Forever Now Festival
June 24 /// London, UK /// Wembly Arena†
June 27 /// Munich, DE /// Koenigsplatz
June 29 /// Bonn, DE /// Kunstrasen
July 2 /// Wiesbaden, DE /// Brita-Arena
Julu 4 /// Klam, AT /// Clam Rock
July 5 /// Eisenstadt, AT /// Lovely Days
July 8 /// Budapest, HU /// Budapest Park
July 9 /// Belgrade, RS /// Kalemegdan Park
August 16 /// Philadelphia, PA /// TD Pavilion at The Mann*
August 17 /// Saratoga Springs, NY /// Broadview Stage at SPAC*
August 20 /// New York, NY /// Madison Square Garden Arena*
August 22 /// Columbia, MD /// Merriweather Post Pavilion*
August 23 /// Mansfield, MA /// Xfinity Center*
August 26 /// Bangor, ME /// Maine Savings Amphitheatre*
August 28 /// Clarkston, MI /// Pine Knob Music Theatre*
August 30 /// Noblesville, IN /// Ruoff Music Center*
August 31 /// Milwaukee, WI /// American Family
Insurance Amphitheatre*
September 3 /// Morrison, CO /// Red Rocks Amphitheatre*
September 5 /// Salt Lake City, UT /// Utah First
Credit Union Amphithatre*
September 12 /// Palm Springs, CA /// Acrisure Arena*
September 14 /// Berkeley, CA /// Greek Theater*
September 17 /// Wheatland, CA /// Toyota Amphitheatre*
September 19 /// Ridgefield, WA /// Cascades Amphitheater*
September 20 /// Seattle, WA /// Climate Pledge Arena*
September 23 /// Chula Vista, CA /// North Island
Credit Union Amphitheatre*
September 25 /// Los Angeles, CA /// The Kia Forum*
* with Joan Jett & the Blackhearts
† with New Model Army
Zoe Ko Announces ‘not ur girlfriend’ EP with New Single “furr” and June Tour Dates
Rising Los Angeles-based artist Zoe Ko confirms her sophomore EP, not ur girlfriend, is set for release March 21. Pre-save/order EP HERE.
Today, she shares a further taste of the new music with “furr”. Listen/share HERE. Watch official video HERE.
“It perfectly encapsulates me and my relationship with clothing,” Ko details of the song. “Even though it’s silly and extra, it means a lot and came from a deep place.”
She continues, “No matter how sad, how self-hating I felt, if I threw on a fur coat and some sunglasses I felt invincible… ‘furr’ to me is about the mindset, the confidence, and self-love you can get from having a fire outfit on.”
“Furr” follows previously released songs “drop the man,” “lucky” and “Kiss My (Ah),” all featured on not ur girlfriend.
Ko will be joining Geordie Kieffer for select dates this June, including stops in Chicago, Detroit and Boston. See below for a complete list of dates.
Raised primarily in New York City and now living in Los Angeles, Ko’s music highlights the female experience and explores themes of authenticity and empowerment. She draws inspiration from a combo of “New York alt-rock and clubby sound, with 2000’s pop girl energy,” citing influences such as Britney Spears, No Doubt, CSS, Gwen Stefani and more. “It was so playful and unapologetic in a way that other eras weren’t,” she explains.
“The second I put my makeup on and my crazy fur coat and my sunglasses, I feel like I can be anyone and anything I want,” Ko details, going on to say, “My favorite thing to do in life is to laugh and be crazy. I want my music to also embody that totally.”
Beneath the fur and makeup Zoe’s songs inadvertently explore themes of what it’s like to be a young woman today—to be out and partying, bumping up against unspoken expectations, to have your own agency overlooked even when you’re in full control.
Ko released her debut EP Baby Teeth last fall to widespread praise. Popdust praises that the EP, “consists of five tracks to give you the perfect sampling of who Zoe Ko is as an artist—honest, funny, and edgy,” while Earmilk details, “With each captivating production offering a unique glimpse into Zoe Ko’s musical and personal evolution, the introspective yet vibrant EP offers us a sonic world steeped in healing and confidence as she beckons her audience to unleash their emotions, explore their innermost desires, and join her on this voyage of self-discovery.”
She followed up the EP with “EAT / DIRT” and “Touch Therapy,” which landed on a host of notable playlists as well as the cover of Spotify’s “Young & Free” and “SALT” playlists. Ko was also highlighted in Spotify’s “Fresh Finds Class of 2022” and Apple Music’s “New in Alternative,” amongst others.
TRACK LIST
NOT UR GIRLFRIEND
1. not ur girlfriend
2. lucky
3. drop the man
4. DIRT
5. furr
6. Kiss My (Ah)
7. Manic Pixie Dream Girl
ZOE KO TOUR DATES
June 5 /// Minneapolis, MN /// Fine Line*
June 7 /// Chicago, IL /// Outset*
June 8 /// Detroit, MI /// Magic Stick*
June 11 /// Boston, MA /// Brighton Music Hall*
*with Geordie Kieffer
The Dandy Warhols Return to the East Coast with ROCKMAKER and a Special NYC Performance
Following a triumphant 2024 with the release of their overwhelmingly critic-hailed twelfth studio album ROCKMAKER featuring Frank Black, Slash, and Debbie Harry, a packed-to-the-gills national tour, and a completely sold out West Coast 30th Anniversary-as-a-band string of dates, Portland’s iconoclastic and always surprising alt-rock band THE DANDY WARHOLS are returning to the road for a handful of East Coast shows that kick off on May 9th at Asbury Park, NJ’s Stone Pony and wrap with a handful of NYC dates at Bowery Ballroom and Mercury Lounge.
Included in the dates is an intimate, acoustic-ish late afternoon performance on Saturday, May 17th at the sexy Two Fifteen Lounge in NYC’s Public Hotel, preceding their show the same evening at Bowery Ballroom. Loose and loungey, the cozy event will allow fans to sip signature cocktails and rub elbows with the band (and get autographs and pics too!) before and after a very special and rare stripped down performance.
Serving as a heady balance to their rousing studio albums, their blistering live shows are the stuff of legend. On reflection on last year’s Boston, MA show, the Boston.com hailed “the band wrapped its audience in a sonic blanket that had an almost hypnotic warmth at times.” Parklife DC said of their Washington, DC show, “the quartet maintained their classic psych rock roots but dove into even a grittier edge that borders on post-punk and even goth.” The Spill Magazine said about their Toronto show, “The Dandy Warhols electrified the Toronto stage with a performance that exuded sheer power and badassery right from the get-go… Their unparalleled talent and chemistry create an experience unlike any other.”
As a special treat for fans who have followed the band since the mid ‘90s and the newer fans who need to catch up, the band debuts their new video for “Love Thyself” from ROCKMAKER. A surreal journey that trails the band’s exciting and adventurous approach to music videos. he short film continues the band’s embrace of A.I. video technology as a tool to artistically and creatively render their vision, instead of re-constructing it.
Magnet Magazine was in attendance at the band’s hometown Portland, OR show on December 12, 2024 and was blown away, praising, “The Dandys have entered a kind of regency period as the young Rolling Stones of their generation: elegantly wasted, songs for days and as many ways to interpret them as you have small-batch bourbons behind the bar. They’ve earned their rightful spot at the altar of ‘great Portland music’ (hell, just ‘great music’ period), and tonight served as a two-hour-plus musical case study explaining why and how that happened. Dandys (still) rule, OK? Dig!” Dallas Observer chimed, “In the three decades that The Dandy Warhols have thrived and survived as a band, their art has never lost its luster.”
Forever changing the script on what a band should be, The Dandy Warhols continue to shift and evolve, never remaining stagnant or stale. Their latest album ROCKMAKER found the band exploring darker and more subterranean textures that opened their audience up to yet another vein of fresh blood: the post-punk world. Goth bible, Post-Punk.com characterized the album as “a dark-rock manifesto about this chaotic moment in American history,” while Brooklyn Vegan announced “a new, heavier direction for the band.” Musically, playing homage to the sounds of The Damned, The MC5, and the Stooges, vocalist/guitarist Courtney Taylor-Taylor explained, “ROCKMAKER is the manifestation of our desire to hear a record of heavy raw punk and metal guitar riffs, but has its own alley.”
Formed in Portland, OR, The Dandy Warhols combined the best bits of shoegaze, alternative powerpop and heavy rock with a wicked satirical pen,. Spawning alt-rock mainstays like “Bohemian Like You,” “Not If You Were the Last Junkie on Earth,” “Have a Kick Ass Summer (Me and My Friends)” and the synth-disco jam “We Used to Be Friends.”
The Dandy Warhols is Courtney Taylor-Taylor (vocals, guitar), Peter Holmström (guitar, keyboards), Zia McCabe (keyboard, bass, percussion), and Brent DeBoer (drums, backing vocals).
The Dandy Warhols Tour Dates:
Fri, May 9 – Asbury Park, NJ – Stone Pony
Sat, May 10 – Pawling, NY – Daryl’s House Club
Sun, May 11 – Rochester, NY – Anthology
Tue, May 13 – Washington, DC – The Howard
Wed, May 14 – Ardmore, PA – Ardmore Music Hall
Fri, May 16 – New York, NY – Bowery Ballroom
Sat, May 17 – New York, NY – Two Fifteen Lounge
Sat, May 17 – New York, NY – Bowery Ballroom
Sun, May 18 – New York, NY – Mercury Lounge
ROCKMAKER Tracklisting
1. The Dooms Day Bells
2. Danzig With Myself (feat Black Francis)
3. Teutonic Wine
4. Summer Of Hate
5. I’d Like To Help You With Your Problem (feat Slash)
6. The Cross
7. Root Of All Evil
8. Alcohol and Cocainemarijuananicotine
9. Love Thyself
10. Real People
11. I Will Never Stop Loving You (feat Debbie Harry)
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Karan Aujla and OneRepublic Unite for ‘Tell Me,’ Bridging Punjabi and Pop Worlds
Internationally acclaimed Punjabi powerhouse Karan Aujla and GRAMMY® nominated chart topping American pop superstars OneRepublic have released their highly anticipated single “Tell Me”, produced by preeminent South Asian producer Ikky today via Warner Music Canada / Warner Music India. “Tell Me” marks the first time that both artists have performed a song in both English and Punjabi. The track arrives with an official video featuring Bollywood superstar Disha Patani.
“Tell Me” debuted earlier today with an interview on Apple Music 1’s New Music Daily Radio Show with Zane Lowe featuring Karan Aujla and Ryan Tedder. The news of the collaboration between Karan Aujla and Ryan Tedder was revealed in an exclusive interview last week, in which Tedder said “Anyone who’s not paying attention to India or Southeast Asia right now, on a cultural tip, is asleep at the wheel.”
Karan Aujla’s rise from his upbringing in rural Punjab to his place atop the global music industry is a testament to his talent and unique blend of Punjabi folk, hip-hop, and R&B. His albums, BacTHAfuKUP and Making Memories, have solidified his international presence. Making Memories, released in 2023, generated billions of streams and culminated in a sold-out world tour that connected him with hundreds of thousands of fans worldwide. This album’s success highlights Aujla’s ability to resonate with a diverse global audience, a position underscored by his status as the most streamed Punjabi artist on Spotify globally in 2024. His influence has extended to Bollywood, where his song “Tauba Tauba” was featured in the film Bad Newz and quickly became a national hit in India. Aujla’s achievements have been recognized with prestigious awards, including his groundbreaking win of the 2024 TikTok JUNO Fan Choice Award, making him the first South Asian artist to win the fan-voted category. In 2025, Aujla has already received multiple JUNO Award nominations, including Single of the Year for “Winning Speech,” and has collaborated with GRAMMY-nominated chart-toppers OneRepublic on “Tell Me,” produced by preeminent South Asian producer Ikky, with much more in store for the year to come.
GRAMMY nominated OneRepublic, is composed of singer/songwriter and lead vocalist Ryan Tedder, guitarists Zach Filkins and Drew Brown, keys player Brian Willett, bassist and cellist Brent Kutzle, and drummer Eddie Fisher. Since the group’s debut, OneRepublic has amassed over 5 billion streams on Spotify alone. The band released their debut album, Dreaming Out Loud, in 2007, including the 20 million selling hit single “Apologize,” which shattered digital sales and airplay records worldwide and earned them a GRAMMY® nomination. The group’s 2009 sophomore album, Waking Up, featured the smash singles “All the Right Moves,” “Secrets” and “Good Life.” Shortly after in 2013, the band released their certified-platinum album, Native, which included the No. 1 hit and 41 million selling single “Counting Stars.” OneRepublic released Oh My My, their fourth album in 2016 and their fifth album, Human, in 2021. In 2022, OneRepublic released their smash hit “I Ain’t Worried,” which was featured in the blockbuster hit, Top Gun: Maverick and boasts over 3 billion streams. In April of 2024, the group released their smash hit single with David Guetta, “I Don’t Wanna Wait,” which has amassed over 130 million streams globally since its release. They also shared “Nobody (from Kaiju No.8),” which serves as the end credit song for the hugely successful manga-turned-Anime series Kaiju. No 8. Additionally, the group collaborated with Italian Electronic group Meduza and German artist Leony for the release of “Fire,” the official song for the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament. Following the release of these singles, OneRepublic debuted their sixth album, Artificial Paradise, in July, featuring hits like “Hurt” and “Sink or Swim.” In the fall they released the deluxe of the album, which included their collaboration with Jelly Roll and acoustic versions of their hit songs. Most recently, the group released their track, “Chasing Paradise”, with Kygo to rave reviews.
Canadian producer and composer Ikky has been a driving force for modern Punjabi music both at home and across the globe with his distinct brand of hip–hop, and pop sounds fused with traditional Punjabi music. Ikky has produced for some of the biggest names in the genre including Karan Aujla, serving as the executive producer on his worldwide hit album, Making Memories, and continues to work alongside Aujla on new music. Ikky is also the co-founder of 4N Records, which is a manifestation of his mission to showcase South Asian talent internationally. More recently, Ikky has been named Creative Director of 91 North Records, the celebrated imprint under Warner Music Canada with an intention to bridge the gap between east and west. On top of that he served as a host for Punjabi Takeover Radio on Apple Music, where he’s leading a new wave in Punjabi music. As a producer, he has garnered over 4 billion streams across the globe with such career-defining hits as “Diamond” with Gurnam Bhullar, which has more than 600 million YouTube views until date; “Baller” with Shubh, which has over 100 million streams on Spotify alone; and the Billboard Canadian Top 20 charting “52 Bars” with Karan Aujla. Ikky is one of the most exciting producers and artists as he continuously pushes the boundaries of music.
Jackson Browne Honors Tom Petty with a Home Performance of ‘The Waiting’ Directed By Kevin Smith (!!!)
In 2020, during the Tom Petty 70th Birthday Bash livestream, Jackson Browne delivered a heartfelt rendition of The Waiting, the beloved 1981 hit by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Due to COVID, Browne performed from his home studio, with the performance filmed, recorded, and mixed by Kevin Smith. Yes, THAT Kevin Smith.
Ella Fitzgerald’s Sunshine of Your Love Turns the Psychedelic Sixties into Jazz Gold
In 1969, Ella Fitzgerald released Sunshine of Your Love, recorded live at the Venetian Room, The Fairmont San Francisco, produced by Norman Granz. The album redefined jazz interpretation, featuring bold takes on The Beatles, Cream, The Rascals, Harry Nilsson, The Beatles, and The Doors, all wrapped in Fitzgerald’s unmistakable phrasing and vocal agility. Originally issued by MPS Records, it later found a second life on Verve Records in 1996.
Lisa Celebrates Debut Solo Album Alter Ego with Exclusive at the 100 Thieves Compound in Los Angeles
LISA, the world renowned rapper, singer, dancer, and style icon who rose to fame as a member of the record-breaking K-pop group Blackpink, is set to celebrate the release of her highly anticipated debut solo album, Alter Ego, with a series of global pop-up events. Launching on February 28, the same day Alter Ego drops, the West Coast’s exclusive pop-up will be produced by TADA Entertainment, in collaboration with organizers Paradise E&A and Mondaymorning Creativelab.
The event will be free and open to the public from 10 AM to 8 PM, February 28 to March 1st, and 11AM to 7PM March 2nd to March 4th, offering fans a rare opportunity to experience Lisa’s solo era in an immersive, one-of-a-kind space.
As part of a select global pop-up rollout including New York City, Bangkok, Tokyo, Seoul, and Los Angeles, the 100 Thieves Compound will be the only West Coast location, making it a must-visit destination for Lisa’s fans. This limited-time event will bring Alter Ego to life through a multi-dimensional experience, featuring:
- Immersive Visuals: Upon entering the pop-up, guests will be greeted by vibrant monitors showcasing Lisa’s dynamic alter egos, setting the stage for a transformative journey that mirrors her bold artistic evolution.
- Exclusive Merchandise: Limited-edition, exclusive LA-specific merchandise will be available, allowing fans to take home a piece of Alter Ego available only at this location.
- Free Giveaways: Fans who attend will have a chance to collect free giveaways available only at the LA pop-up.
- Striking Ambience: A gigantic star display will serve as the centerpiece—an homage to Lisa’s signature style—bringing to life the concept, “the star is all the egos.”
- Meet & Greet: Fifty lucky fans who attend the pop-up will be randomly selected for an exclusive meet and greet with Lisa.
This pop-up isn’t just a retail space; it’s a celebration of Lisa’s artistry, individuality, and connection with fans. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or new to her music, this West Coast-exclusive experience at the 100 Thieves Compound is a can’t-miss event.
Lisa has achieved remarkable success with her solo endeavors. Her debut single “Lalisa” set a Guinness World Record for the most-viewed music video by a solo artist in 24 hours upon its release in 2021. In 2024, she made history by winning Best K-Pop at the MTV Video Music Awards for her single “Rockstar,” becoming the first solo K-pop artist to receive this accolade twice. Additionally, her collaboration with Rosalía on “New Woman” earned the Best Collaboration award at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards. Her latest single, “Born Again” featuring Doja Cat And RAYE was released earlier this month and debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 upon release. This Sunday, LISA will make her OSCARs debut when she performes as part of a special celebration at the 9th Annual Academy Awards along with Doja Cat and Raye. She also recently made her acting debut in The White Lotus Season 3, airing now.
The 100 Thieves Compound is located at 6050 W Jefferson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA.
LISA is a rapper, singer, and dancer best known as a member of the globally renowned K-pop girl group, BLACKPINK. Beyond her success with BLACKPINK, LISA has made a name for herself as a solo artist and has broken several records globally with singles “Lalisa” and “Money” charting in the top 10 of the Billboard Global 200. “Money” holds the record as the longest-charting song by a solo female K-pop artist on the Billboard Hot 100 in the US and on the U.K. Singles Chart. LISA broke three Guinness World Records in 2023 as the most Instagram followers for a K-pop artist (currently at 104 Million followers on the platform), she is also the first solo K-pop winner at both the MTV Video Music Awards and the MTV European Music Awards.
In 2024, LISA launched her own management company, LLOUD CO., in an effort to create a platform to showcase her overall vision in music and entertainment that pushes boundaries. In partnership with LLOUD Co. and RCA Records, LISA released her first solo single under the partnership, “Rockstar” which was produced by Ryan Tedder and Sam Homaee. She then joined forces with GRAMMY-winning singer-songwriter Rosalía to release her second single, “New Woman,” followed by her third single, “Moonlit Floor.” She first teased “Moonlit Floor” during her solo festival debut at the Global Citizen Festival in New York City and following the song’s official release, she had a showstopping performance at the Victoria’s Secret Runway Show.
Along with her global dominance in music and unparalleled stage presence, she is known for her unique fashion sense and trendsetting style, making her a prominent force in the global fashion industry. LISA graced the cover of ELLE Magazine’s highly coveted September issue in 2024 and Louis Vuitton announced LISA as their newest House Ambassador and she continues to be the face of Bulgari.
Outside of music, LISA is set to star in the upcoming season of the hit HBO Original series, The White Lotus, season 3. This role will mark her major on screen debut and is filming in her native Thailand.
LISA’s highly anticipated debut solo album, Alter-Ego, is out now and she will make her solo Coachella debut in April.
Sue Foley, The Fabulous Thunderbirds & Steve Strongman, Duke Robillard, Eric Bibb, and Kim Wilson Nominated for 2025 Blues Music Awards
The nominees for the 2025 Blues Music Awards have been announced, and several outstanding artists have earned well-deserved recognition for their contributions to the genre. The prestigious awards will be presented on May 8, 2025, in Memphis, Tennessee.
Sue Foley, the acclaimed Ottawa-born blues guitarist and vocalist, has been nominated for Traditional Blues Female Artist of the Year and Acoustic Blues Album of the Year for her stunning work One Guitar Woman. A deeply personal tribute to the female pioneers of guitar, the album showcases Foley’s mastery of acoustic blues and her dedication to honoring the legacy of trailblazing musicians who paved the way for generations to come.
The Fabulous Thunderbirds & Steve Strongman have earned a nomination for Blues Rock Album of the Year for Struck Down. Co-written and co-produced by Strongman alongside the Thunderbirds’ frontman Kim Wilson, the album features Strongman’s signature guitar work, powerful songwriting. This latest release cements the band’s legacy while infusing a fresh and electrifying blues-rock sound.
Duke Robillard, the legendary guitarist and torchbearer of traditional blues, has been nominated for BB King Entertainer of the Year and Traditional Blues Album of the Year for his record Roll With Me. His ability to blend vintage blues influences with modern sensibilities has made him a standout figure in the blues world for decades.
Eric Bibb, the globally celebrated blues troubadour, has secured a nomination for Acoustic Blues Artist of the Year. Known for his soulful storytelling and folk-blues fusion, Bibb continues to be a voice of wisdom and authenticity in the genre.
Kim Wilson, the iconic harmonica player and frontman of The Fabulous Thunderbirds, has once again been nominated for Instrumentalist – Harmonica, a testament to his incredible skill and impact on blues music.
These nominations highlight the continued excellence and innovation within the blues genre, celebrating artists who remain dedicated to keeping the blues tradition alive while pushing it forward.