FOLK MUSIC COVERAGE

AUDIO: First Listen - Treetop Flyers' 'Things Will Change' from THE MOUNTAIN MOVES

TreetopListen to the exclusive U.S. premiere of The Mountain Moves - the 'country soul' debut album from London-based folk rockers Treetop Flyers. While four members of this quintet hail from the UK (... (more...)

He's My Brother She's My Sister to Play Fox Theatre, 8/30

Z2 Entertainment is proud to present He's My Brother She's My Sister with The Outfit at the Fox Theatre on Friday, August 30th, 2013. Tickets will go on sale to the public on Friday, June 21st at 12:... (more...)

Obaro Ejimiwe, AKA 'Ghostpoet' Releases Meltdown EP

Obaro Ejimiwe, AKA Ghostpoet has a voracious and wide-ranging musical appetite: he praises everything from psychedelic rock band Gentle Giant to Beth Gibbons' bleak folk album with Rustin Man via John... (more...)

Julio Botti to Host Release Party to Celebrate TANGO NOSTALGIAS, 6/19

Julio Botti's ZOHO Music debut, TANGO NOSTALGIAS, introduces a fresh new voice to the nuevo tango movement pioneered decades ago by Astor Piazzolla and Pablo Ziegler, Piazzolla's longtime pianist and ... (more...)

Paper Bird to Play the Fox Theatre on Halloween

KGNU & Z2 Entertainment are proud to present Paper Bird at the Fox Theatre on Thursday, October 31st , 2013. Tickets will go on sale to the public on Friday, June 21st at 12:00pm for $18.00 in advance... (more...)

YELLOW RED SPARKS Announce Summer Tour!

Good coffee, cold weather, friends, family, trials, and tribulations. For some, these are the ins-and-out of everyday life. But for Yellow Red Sparks, this daily make-up holds the inspiration for thei... (more...)

Ray Manzarek & Roy Rogers Release 'Twisted Tales' CD

Ray Manzarek and Roy Rogers have received no shortage of kudos since they first recorded together five years ago. (more...)

Jane Monheit, VOICES OF BROADWAY, Dar Williams and More Set for Usdan Center's 2013 Festival Concerts

Usdan Center for the Creative and Performing Arts, the nationally renowned not-for-profit day camp, whose alumni include such artists as Natalie Portman, Mariah Carey, Jane Monheit and members of majo... (more...)

VIDEO: Billy Idol Performs at 2013 Bonnaroo Music Festival

Below check out a performance by Rock legend Billy Idol at this year's Bonnaroo music festival! (more...)

VIDEO: Portugal. The Man Performs at the 2013 Bonnaroo Music Festival

Below check out a performance by Portugal. The Man at the 2013 Bonnaroo Music Festival! (more...)

VIDEO: R Kelly Performs at 2013 Bonnaroo Music Fesitval

Below check out a performance by R&B legend R Kelly at this year's Bonnaroo Music Festival! (more...)

VIDEO: The Lumineers Perform at 2013 Bonnaroo Festival

he Lumineers are a folk rock band, based in Denver, Colorado. The two founding members and songwriters of the Lumineers are Wesley Schultz (lead vocals, guitar) and Jeremiah Fraites (drums, percussion... (more...)

VIDEO: Jack Johnson Performs at 2013 Bonnaroo Festival

Jack Johnson is a Hawaiian-born folk rock singer-songwriter, surfer, filmmaker, musician known for his work in the soft rock and acoustic genres. (more...)

VIDEO: Nas Performs at 2013 Bonnaroo Festival

Below, check out a performance by rapper Nas at this year's Bonnaroo Festival! Since 1994, Nas has released eight consecutive platinum and multi-platinum albums and sold over 25 million records world... (more...)

BoDeans and Livingston Taylor Headline Wisconsin Music Arts Festival

Two superb headline concerts are scheduled to take place this month as part of the Monroe Arts Center's Wisconsin Music Arts Festival in Monroe, Wisconsin. (more...)

JONAS BROTHERS to Kick-Off MTV, VH1 & CMT's 'Live Music Day Festival', 6/19

The Jonas Brothers have agreed to kick off the “Live Music Day Festival,” the world's largest online and mobile music festival, taking place exclusively during the live awards event. (more...)

VIDEO: Legendary Folk Artist Joni Mitchell Talks Humanity, Dylan, & Songwriting with the CBC

Legendary folk songstress Joni Mitchell granted the CBC a rare interview recently, in which she discussed the current state of humanity, her fellow performers and activists of the 1960s, and more. Che... (more...)

Josh Ritter & the Royal City Band to Play River Run Lodge, Ketchum, 8/14

Josh Ritter is a singer-songwriter and guitarist with six albums (and a novel) under his belt and fans who love to sing along with his heartfelt folk-rock anthems. His Americana style first took hold ... (more...)

Calgary Folk Music Festival Wins Three Awards

The Calgary Folk Music Festival is the proud recipient of three key awards from provincial and municipal organizations, recognizing excellence and dedication to improving the quality of life in the co... (more...)

VIDEO: First Look - Cheyenne Jackson's 'Don't Look At Me' Music Video

Cheyenne Jackson's music video DON'T LOOK AT ME, written by Jackson & SIA, has been released. The single is from Jackson's upcoming album 'I'm Blue, Skies', is available June 25th. The music video was... (more...)

Fences Signs With Elektra Records, New Album Out Later this Year

Elektra Records has announced its signing of the acclaimed artist Fences. (more...)

VIDEO: Adam Zwig's 'Everybody Love' Music Video

Adam Zwig's latest Folk-Pop musical work, Visions of the Shimmering Night (July 4) offers rich, mind-expanding inspiration to a world in deep spiritual need. The singer, songwriter and 'rock & roll th... (more...)

Jason Collett, Toronto Symphony and More Set for Luminato's 2013 Late Night Music Lineup

As the theatre curtains lower and the Festival Hub concerts at David Pecaut Square come to an end each night, the 7th Annual Luminato Festival is prepared to maintain momentum with a series of after-h... (more...)

Patti LuPone, Kristin Chenoweth, Jon Batiste and More Set for Carnegie Hall's 2013-2014 Pops Season

Though summer is just around the corner, we are looking ahead in anticipation to the start of Carnegie Hall's 2013-2014 season this fall. Listed below are jazz, pop, folk, and world music highlights a... (more...)

Johnnyswim's New EP 'Heart Beats' Out, 6/18

The new EP Heart Beats from beguiling husband-and-wife duo Johnnyswim will be released June 18 on the new independent label Big Picnic Records. (more...)