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Cody Jinks Announces 2025 Hippies and Cowboys Tour Alongside Tribute Album to Lefty Frizzell

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Today, multi-platinum singer-songwriter Cody Jinks announces his 2025 Hippies and Cowboys Tour alongside his upcoming project, Cody Jinks Sings Lefty Frizzell, a tribute album to the late honky-tonk legend Lefty Frizzell. The album features covers of many fan-favorite tracks, including “If You’ve Got the Money I’ve Got the Time.” Breathing new life into these classics, Jinks approaches the music—a cornerstone of traditional country and honky-tonk—with the same sincerity and emotional depth that has endeared him to fans throughout his career.

The electrifying performer, who has sold over 2 million tickets to date, is preparing for another ambitious stage setup as he embarks on his 2025 North American tour. Produced by Live Nation and FPC Live, the Hippies and Cowboys Tour promises the same inclusive, big-tent atmosphere for which Jinks is renowned.

“It’s a really divided time in our nation,” Jinks says. “But we’ve always been the type of band that wants everybody. Next year, it’s going to be a statement: ‘Man, we’re just an American band.’ That’s what we are. We’re a honky-tonk band. We’re American music. You’ve got country, rock, rhythm, and blues—all in one. We’re hippies, we’re cowboys, and we’re everything in between.”

The tour will include major stops in Franklin, TN; Morrison, CO; Philadelphia, PA; New York, NY; Boston, MA; and many more. Another Planet Entertainment will present two shows: the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys on July 11 and the Greek Theatre at UC Berkeley on July 12. Tickets will be available starting with a fan club presale on Tuesday, December 3. The Another Planet Entertainment presale begins Wednesday, December 4, at 10 AM local time (password: verano). General on-sale starts Friday, December 6, at 10 AM local time via codyjinks.com.

2025 Tour Dates:
March 14, 2025 – New Orleans, LA – Mahalia Jackson Theatre of Performing Arts
May 29, 2025 – Columbia, MO – 9th Street*
May 30, 2025 – Franklin, TN – FirstBank Amphitheater*
June 26, 2025 – Nampa, ID – Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater*
June 27, 2025 – Idaho Falls, ID – Mountain America Center*
June 28, 2025 – Casper, WY – Ford Wyoming Center*
July 10, 2025 – Wheatland, CA – Hard Rock Live*
July 11, 2025 – Stateline, NV – Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys*
July 12, 2025 – Berkeley, CA – Greek Theatre UC Berkeley*
July 17, 2025 – Kent, WA – accesso ShoWare Center*
July 19, 2025 – Airway Heights, WA – Northern Quest Amphitheater*
July 26, 2025 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre
August 7, 2025 – Asbury Park, NJ – Stone Pony Summer Stage#
August 8, 2025 – Philadelphia, PA – The Met Philadelphia presented by Highmark#
August 9, 2025 – Baltimore, MD – Pier Six Pavilion#
August 11, 2025 – Virginia Beach, VA – The Dome#
August 13, 2025 – New York, NY – The Rooftop at Pier 17#
August 15, 2025 – Bridgeport, CT – Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater*
August 16, 2025 – Boston, MA – Leader Bank Pavilion*
August 17, 2025 – Syracuse, NY – Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview*
September 18, 2025 – Des Moines, IA – Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park*
September 19, 2025 – Indianapolis, IN – Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park*
September 20, 2025 – Youngstown, OH – Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre*
*With Tanner Usrey
#With Shane Smith & The Saints

Flatland Cavalry Announces 2025 “Flatland Forever Tour” with Stops Across the U.S.

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Acclaimed band Flatland Cavalry will take their electric live shows across the country next year with their newly confirmed “Flatland Forever Tour.” Stops include Atlanta’s Coca-Cola Roxy, Birmingham’s Alabama Theatre, Omaha’s Steelhouse Omaha, Ann Arbor’s Michigan Theater, Madison’s The Sylvee, Memphis’s Minglewood Hall, Charlottesville’s Ting Pavilion, and Portland’s Crystal Ballroom, among many others. See below for the complete tour itinerary.

Tickets for the 2025 dates will be available for pre-sale starting this Wednesday, December 4, at 10:00 am local time, with the general on-sale following Friday, December 6, at 10:00 am local time. Full details can be found at www.flatlandcavalry.com/tour.

The tour adds to a landmark year for the band, who released their new album, Flatland Forever, last month via Interscope Records (stream/purchase here) and recently reached #1 on Shazam’s U.S. Top 200 chart after their song “How Long” was featured in Paramount’s hit show, Yellowstone. Receiving over 81,000 Shazams, the song surpassed tracks by Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, The Weeknd & Playboi Carti, and more.

A celebration of their past ten years together, Flatland Forever features fan favorites from each of the band’s previous albums, along with four new songs and additional material. Released to critical acclaim, Billboard praises, “a stellar catalog of songs…top-notch new material,” while Holler declares, “It’s a brilliant collection, a stunning mix of the old and the new,” and All Country News proclaims, “the Texas powerhouses are proving why they’re the heart and soul of today’s country music…a perfect reflection of their musical ethos: honest, heartfelt storytelling paired with captivating melodies.”

Since playing their first show as a group in Lubbock, TX, in 2014, Flatland Cavalry has received widespread attention from fans, fellow artists, and critics alike, with Rolling Stone declaring, “Flatland Cavalry Are at the Fore of the Red Dirt Renaissance…one of the most dynamic presences in country music,” while The Wall Street Journal praises, “This is a straightforward, upbeat electrified country-rock band,” and American Songwriter proclaims, “a dynamic representation of country music…Kris Kristofferson and John Prine’s enduring influence of folk storytelling traces through.”

In just the past year, they wrote and recorded songs for two major film soundtracks (Twisters and The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes), received their first ACM Awards nomination (Group of the Year), and made their headline debut at iconic venues such as Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium and Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Additionally, they’ve garnered more than 500 million streams across platforms to date, had music featured on Paramount’s Yellowstone and Netflix’s The Ranch, earned six #1 singles at Texas Country Radio, and toured relentlessly, including countless sold-out headline dates as well as shows with Willie Nelson, Luke Combs, Lainey Wilson, Jordan Davis, Midland, and more.

Based in both Texas and Nashville, Flatland Cavalry is Cleto Cordero (vocals, acoustic guitar), Jason Albers (drums, percussion), Jonathan Saenz (bass, background vocals), Reid Dillon (electric guitar), Wesley Hall (fiddle), and Adam Gallegos (piano, organ, keys, mandolin, banjo, acoustic guitar, Wurlitzer, Mellotron).

FLATLAND FOREVER TRACK LIST

  1. No Shade of Green (from Come May)
  2. Summertime Love (from Come May)
  3. Missing You (from Come May)
  4. Three Car Garage
  5. One I Want (from Humble Folks)
  6. A Life Where We Work Out feat. Kaitlin Butts (from Humble Folks)
  7. Humble Folks (from Humble Folks)
  8. Lubbock
  9. Come Back Down (from Homeland Insecurity)
  10. Pretty Women (from Homeland Insecurity)
  11. Sleeping Alone (from Homeland Insecurity)
  12. War With My Mind (previously released single)
  13. Some Things Never Change (from Welcome to Countryland)
  14. Gettin’ By (from Welcome to Countryland)
  15. Tilt Your Chair Back (from Welcome to Countryland)
  16. Countryman
  17. Mountain Song (from Songs To Keep You Warm)
  18. How Long feat. Kaitlin Butts (from Songs To Keep You Warm)
  19. Parallel feat. Ashley Monroe (from Songs To Keep You Warm)
  20. If We Said Goodbye (from Songs To Keep You Warm)
  21. Mornings With You Work Tape
  22. Mornings With You feat. Kaitlin Butts (from Wandering Star)
  23. Spinnin’ (from Wandering Star)
  24. Don’t Have To Do This Like That (from Wandering Star)
  25. Chasing A Feeling

FLATLAND CAVALRY CONFIRMED TOUR DATES

December 9—Nashville, TN—Grand Ole Opry
December 31—Fort Worth, TX—Dickies Arena
February 7—Atlanta, GA—Coca-Cola Roxy
February 8—Birmingham, AL—Alabama Theatre
February 13—Cedar Rapids, IA—Paramount Theatre
February 14—Waukee, IA—Vibrant Music Hall
February 15—Omaha, NE—Steelhouse Omaha
February 21—San Angelo, TX—Murphey Performance Hall
February 22—El Paso, TX—Abraham Chavez Theatre
February 27—Ann Arbor, MI—Michigan Theater
February 28—Madison, WI—The Sylvee
April 3—Memphis, TN—Minglewood Hall
April 4—Nacogdoches, TX—Stephen F. Austin University
April 5—Georgetown, TX—Two Step Inn 2025
April 10—Charlottesville, VA—Ting Pavilion
April 11—Norfolk, VA—The NorVa
April 12—Anderson, SC—Wendell’s Dippin Branch
April 27—Indio, CA—Stagecoach Festival
April 30—Eugene, OR—McDonald Theatre
May 1—Tacoma, WA—Temple Theatre
May 2—Portland, OR—Crystal Ballroom
May 3—Bend, OR—Midtown Ballroom
June 19—Lewisburg, WV—Wild Trails Festival 2025
June 26—Mack, CO—Country Jam 2025

MerleFest Shares Full Lineup for April 24-27, 2025 Event

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MerleFest, presented by Window World, has added I’m With Her, Leftover Salmon, Stephen Wilson Jr., The Steel Wheels, Tami Neilson, Becky Buller, and more to its 2025 lineup. Taking place April 24–27, 2025, on the campus of Wilkes Community College, the annual celebration of founding legend Doc Watson will host both legendary names and exciting up-and-comers. These include fast-rising honky-tonk starlet Emily Nenni, Colorado-rooted newgrass ensemble The Fretliners, blues-drenched guitar virtuoso Cristina Vane, and dozens of others. View the complete lineup below.

Making a surprise return in 2025, the Late Night Jam, hosted by Sam Bush, promises an unforgettable super-set featuring “only at MerleFest” collaborations. Among those joining the fun will be East Nash Grass, Jack Lawrence, Joe Smothers, Peter Rowan, T. Michael Coleman, Tony Trischka, and Woody Platt, with more to be announced in the coming weeks.

MerleFest 2025 is shaping up to be another outstanding celebration of music and community, honoring the timeless legacy of its founding legend, Doc Watson. Tickets for the highly anticipated Late Night Jam with Sam Bush and Friends are on sale now. Jam enthusiasts must have a Friday or equivalent wristband to purchase a Late Night Jam ticket. Secure your spot and explore the full festival lineup at merlefest.org/purchase.

The 2025 MerleFest Mobile App is now available for Apple and Android devices. Start planning your weekend with performance schedules, reminders, and artist discovery through the official MerleFest 2025 Spotify playlist.

MerleFest 2025 will welcome The Avett Brothers, Bonnie Raitt, The Dead South, Watchhouse, Wyatt Flores, I’m With Her, Leftover Salmon, The War and Treaty, The SteelDrivers, Sam Bush, Asleep at the Wheel, The Lil Smokies, Brent Cobb, Stephen Wilson Jr., Tony Trischka’s Earl Jam, Alison Brown, Della Mae, Thee Sinseers, The Altons, Peter Rowan, Scythian, Donna the Buffalo, Jim Lauderdale, Kruger Brothers, The Steel Wheels, William Prince, The Cleverlys, TopHouse, Big Richard, John R. Miller, Emily Nenni, Woody Platt and the Bluegrass Gentlemen, John McEuen & The Circle Band, The Secret Sisters, Tami Neilson, The Waybacks, Andy May, “B” Townes, Banknotes, The Barefoot Movement, Becky Buller, Carol Mallett Rifkin, Carolina Detour, Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer with Chao Tian (From China to Appalachia), Charles Welch, Cristina Vane, Dale Ann Bradley, Damn Tall Buildings, Denitia, East Nash Grass, Fancy Hagood, Flattop, Florencia & The Feeling, Fog Holler, The Fretliners, Full Cord, Gravity Check Juggling, The Hooten Hallers, Humbird, The InterACTive Theater of Jef, Jack Lawrence, Jeff Little Trio, Joe Smothers, Josh Goforth, Ken Crouse, Laura Boosinger, The Local Boys, Mark Bumgarner, Mattie Schell, Mitch Greenhill & Mitch’s Kitchen, Muireann Bradley, Paul McDonald, Pete & Joan Wernick, Presley Barker, The Resonant Rogues, Rev. Robert Jones, Roy Book Binder, Six String Soldiers, T. Michael Coleman, Theo Lawrence, Todd Albright, Tony Williamson, Wayne Henderson, and The Wilder Flower. For artist performance dates, visit merlefest.org/lineup.

MerleFest 2025 tickets are available now. For general admission passes, covered patio seating, reserved seating, camping, parking, and more, please visit merlefest.org/purchase.

My Next Read: From The 33 1/3 Series – The Avalanches’ Since I Left You By Charles Fairchild

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Capturing a fraught moment in popular music history as reflected in and anticipated by Since I Left You (2000), the debut studio album from electronic music group The Avalanches has enthralled listeners for decades.

Since I Left You has a reputation amongst its advocates that exceeds those of nearly all of its closest peers. Yet despite the inordinate amount of attention this album has received, it has never been thoroughly examined in context. While repeatedly celebrated for its artistry, technical skill, and emotional resonance – in particular its sample-based material and then-cutting edge technological feats within the electronic music genre – it has never been definitively placed in the world that produced it.

Charles Fairchild studies this album in a way no one else has. Since I Left You is placed in its historical, technological, and cultural contexts and is examined for the social and aesthetic attributes it was said to possess at the time of its release. There is a focus on the clear set of aesthetic aspirations that guided the album’s creators and how those creators pasted together the fragments of many sound worlds.

Pink Floyd’s Rare 1970 KQED Performance Showcases Unreleased Atom Heart Mother and Early Classics

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On April 30, 1970, Pink Floyd performed live for KQED FM and TV in San Francisco, showcasing the first side of their unreleased Atom Heart Mother, three tracks from Ummagumma, and two songs from 1968. This intimate set became a rare glimpse into their evolving sound.

John Mulaney Talks His Son’s Love for Elvis and Steely Dan

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John Mulaney tells Jimmy Fallon about his 3-year-old son’s love for Elvis Presley and Steely Dan, and Poker Face co-star Natasha Lyonne accidentally giving him the wrong Miguel’s phone number and his new Broadway play All In: Comedy About Love.

Pet Shop Boys Perform “All The Young Dudes / West End Girls” Medley At 2024 MTV EMAs

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Filmed during Pet Shop Boys and the Manchester Camerata’s performance at the MTV EMAs 2024, where PSB were presented with the “Pop Pioneers” award. A studio recording of the medley, produced by Stuart Price with strings arranged by Anne Dudley, is available to stream now.

Billie Eilish Performs Emotional Tiny Desk Performance for NPR

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With tracks like “THE GREATEST” and “BIRDS OF A FEATHER,” Billie Eilish trades bold production for raw, stripped-down arrangements created by her brother Finneas. Her delicate vocals and emotional honesty remind us how love and loss intertwine in the most human ways.

Broadway’s ‘Stereophonic’ Brings Will Butler’s Original Music to NPR’s Tiny Desk

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David Adjmi’s Tony-winning play Stereophonic, which ends its Broadway run on Jan. 12, explores the messy process of creativity within a band on the verge of collapse. Featuring original music by Will Butler (formerly of Arcade Fire) and performed by the cast—including Tony winner Will Brill—the Tiny Desk set brings songs like “Bright (Fast),” “Seven Roads,” and “Masquerade” to life, blending ’70s rock vibes with raw emotion.

Digital Content Market To Grow By USD 927 Billion (2024-2028)

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The global digital content market size is estimated to grow by USD 927 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 15.7% during the forecast period. Digital transformation across sectors is driving market growth, with a trend towards increased utilization of social media. However, limitation in content availability poses a challenge. Key market players include Activision Blizzard Inc., Alphabet Inc., Amazon.com Inc., Apple Inc., AT and T Inc., Baidu Inc., Bloomberg LP, Comcast Corp., Deezer SA, DISH Network L.L.C., Electronic Arts Inc., Gannett Co. Inc., iHeartMedia Inc., Microsoft Corp., Netflix Inc., Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Ltd., Roku Inc., Sony Group Corp., Tencent Holdings Ltd., and The Walt Disney Co..

The digital content market is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing importance of social media as a data source for organizations. Content developers and advertisers are utilizing social computing tools for branding, marketing, knowledge management initiatives, and recruitment. Social networking sites, such as Twitter and Facebook, are being used to reach new audiences and gain public feedback. Sentiment analysis and text analytics are driving the inclusion of social media in business processes. Digital content providers are also using social media and internet searches to screen potential talent and understand consumer preferences. Brands and retailers are investing heavily in mobile advertising to reach consumers on their devices. Personalized services, such as location-based technology, are helping vendors target audiences with customized offers. The expansion in content variety is essential for digital content vendors to meet consumer demands for high-quality, meaningful, and relevant content. VR and 360° video content and images are the latest advances in the market, with VR being a popular trend in digital entertainment. These technologies are driving growth in the global digital content market during the forecast period.

In today’s digital landscape, social media platforms continue to dominate as key channels for content distribution. Advanced technologies like augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality are revolutionizing content production, offering experiences for consumers. The tools segment is thriving, with solutions for content authoring, graphic design, video editing, web development, and more. Component analysis is crucial for selecting the right tools, considering factors like cloud-based or on-premise deployment, large enterprise IT needs, and cybersecurity. With the rise of cloud computing, zettabytes of data are being generated daily, fueling the demand for content. Lockdown restrictions have accelerated internet usage, leading to increased streaming on platforms like Spotify. IRights management is essential for protecting intellectual property. Figma, Zippia, and SEO tools are popular choices for content creators. Comprar Acciones indicates investing in stocks related to this industry. Textual content remains king, but visuals are gaining ground. Stay ahead of the curve with the latest trends.

Digital content is a valuable asset and a significant challenge for providers. Acquiring rights to distribute content on new platforms is a hurdle, requiring a deep understanding of target markets and adherence to local regulations. Content owners must balance relationships with exhibitors and broadcasters to avoid litigation. Competition among digital content service providers is intense, with players competing on price, features, and functionality. The digital content market is fragmented, with large and niche players. Data space requirements exceed current availability, necessitating content selection and bandwidth optimization. Scalability increases storage costs, and content classification can save on transfer costs. These limitations may hinder market growth during the forecast period.

In today’s digital age, enterprises of all sizes face challenges in creating high-quality digital content for their target audiences. Graphical, audio, and video content are essential for engaging customers on various digital platforms. However, producing such content can be time-consuming and resource-intensive for medium and large-sized enterprises. Google LLC dominates the digital landscape with its search engine and various content consumption tools like YouTube and Google Podcasts. Industries like retail and ecommerce, automotive, pharmaceutical, entertainment, travel and tourism, and more, rely heavily on digital content to reach their customers. Content creators use tools like Quark Software’s QuarkXPress 2022 to produce professional-grade digital content. AI and machine learning are increasingly being used to create personalized content, making social media usage a crucial part of digital strategies. Brands strive for online presence through branded content on digital media, focusing on customer engagement and brand loyalty. Budgets for digital content creation continue to grow, with video content being a major investment area. Traditional text-based content still holds importance, but businesses need to adapt to the changing digital landscape to stay competitive. Sound Chart is an excellent example of a platform catering to the audio content needs of businesses.

 The digital video content segment dominates the global digital content market due to its large market share. Leading players like Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu are enhancing their offerings and experimenting with new business models. The demand for over-the-top (OTT) video services has various subscription options and premium content. High-speed broadband and telecom network infrastructure advancements, including 4G and 5G technologies, are significant growth drivers in emerging economies. In developed economies, the popularity of the subscription-based model fuels the segment’s growth. Internet access expansion, the rise in connected devices, and user-friendly online video catalogs contribute to digital video content adoption. Social media video posts attract more inbound links than text posts, making video content an effective marketing tool. Short-form video services like Vine and Instagram’s 15-second format cater to modern consumers’ attention spans. The shift to online video content consumption is a trend that will continue, with attractive video catalogs and competitive pricing from providers. New vendors entering the market and the focus on premium OTT content fuel competition and consumer awareness. Entertainment and infotainment, food, travel, fashion, gaming, spiritual content, sports, and live events are popular video content categories, driving consumer interest. (Word count: 100)

In the digital age, IT has become a crucial aspect of our lives, with cloud computing playing a significant role in storing and managing data. Amidst lockdown restrictions, the internet has become a lifeline, enabling US to stream music on platforms like Spotify, work remotely, and connect with others through social media. Cybersecurity Ventures predicts that by 2025, 95% of businesses worldwide will be using cloud services, leading to an increase in data usage, reaching zettabytes. Content creators have seized this opportunity, producing high-quality content in various formats such as blog posts, videos, podcasts, and infographics for digital platforms. Tools like Figma, Zippia, and SEO tools have made content creation more accessible and efficient. Digital strategies are essential for businesses to reach their target audiences effectively in this dynamic digital landscape.

In the digital age, IT has revolutionized the way businesses connect with their target audiences. Cloud computing has enabled the storage and delivery of vast amounts of digital content, including zettabytes of textual, graphical, audio, and video data. The lockdown restrictions have further accelerated the shift towards online platforms, with streaming services like Spotify and enterprise-sized, medium, and large businesses adopting digital content and digital platforms for blog posts, videos, podcasts, infographics, social media, and more. Content creators are utilizing advanced tools like Figma, Zippia, SEO tools, and AI-driven machine learning to produce high-quality, personalized content for their audiences. Google LLC dominates the digital landscape with its search engine and various digital media offerings. Retail and ecommerce, automotive, pharmaceutical, entertainment, travel and tourism, and other industries are investing heavily in digital content production to boost customer engagement, brand loyalty, and online presence. The tools segment includes content authoring, graphic design, video editing, web development, and more. Deployment modes include cloud-based and on-premise solutions. Advanced technologies like augmented reality, virtual reality, and mixed reality are also transforming the way businesses create and deliver experiences to their customers. Stay tuned for the latest trends and insights in the digital content market.