Sturgill Simpson Is a Raging Horndog on Johnny Blue Skies’ Joyous ‘Mutiny After Midnight’

When Sturgill Simpson announced the existence of Mutiny After Midnight — his second album under the Johnny Blue Skies moniker ...

Billy Strings, Alison Krauss, and ‘O Brother’ Alumni Mark 25 Years of Hit Soundtrack

Billy Strings, Dan Tyminski, Alison Krauss and more sang songs from 'O Brother, Where Art Thou?' soundtrack at Grand Ole Opry in Nashville.

Dogs’ defensive woes, Voss’ future and Charlie’s Swans show: Footy’s biggest stories to watch in 2026

Nick Daicos will have polled the most Brownlow Medal votes of any player when he reaches his 100th game in Gather Round. It’s ...
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3 Iconic Country Music Guitar Riffs From the 1950s That Transformed the Modern Guitar

The modern electric guitar was forever transformed by iconic country guitarists in the 1950s, some of whom helped usher in rock and roll.
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Cover Story: Lil’ Ed and The Blues Imperials • Blues in our Blood

Williams has played the renowned Chicago Blues Festival multiple times, and on Friday, February 27, 2026, at FitzGerald’s in ...

Same age as rock 'n' roll, inside the Beat Generation -- Upstate Beat

Although the Beat Generation is a Saratoga-area band, its story starts in New York City. Vocalist Lawrence White of Wilton came to upstate New York with a long New York City history behind him. He was ...
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Bobby Brown is the Beating Heart of the New Edition Way Tour

Everyone shines on this three-hour tour, but something quietly heartwarming happens when Bobby Brown takes the stage. Everyone shines on this three‑hour tour — but something quietly heartwarming ...