PILGRIMAGE MUSIC & CULTURAL FESTIVAL UNVEILSLINEUP SCHEDULE FOR 2025

BUY THREE GA TICKETS, GET ONE FREE USING CODE “GETONE”THIS WEEKEND ONLY (9/4-9/7)—FESTIVAL RETURNS SEPTEMBER 27-28 FEATURING HEADLINERSJOHN MAYER (FULL BAND), KINGS OF LEON, AND MORE—GET TICKETS HERE NASHVILLE, TENN. (September 4, 2025) – With the 11th annual Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival just around the corner and anticipation at fever pitch, the official 2025 lineup schedule is live. Check it out here.Gearing up to make memories, John Mayer (full band), Kings of Leon, … Continue reading PILGRIMAGE MUSIC & CULTURAL FESTIVAL UNVEILSLINEUP SCHEDULE FOR 2025

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Country Traditionalist Trace Nixon’s New Music Is An “Almost Cheating” Song

Nashville, TN (September 4, 2025) – “Ready For The Takin’ (When You Are),” the latest music from up-and-coming Country traditionalist Trace Nixon, is a song about possibilities. “It’s not a full-fledged cheatin’ song,” says the 6’2” entertainer from Virginia. “But it really wants to be.” Folks say my feet are firm to the ground And I’ve never been the kind To lay my heart down on the … Continue reading Country Traditionalist Trace Nixon’s New Music Is An “Almost Cheating” Song

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Country Recording Artist Waylon Hanel Tugs At Your Heartstrings With “Red Bricks,” His Endearing New Ballad On Letting Go, Available Everywhere Digitally On September 05

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (September 04, 2025) — Country singer-songwriter and independent recording artist Waylon Hanel tugs at your heartstrings with “Red Bricks,” his new endearing country ballad themed on letting go. The song is available everywhere digitally on Friday, September 05 [pre-save/stream] by CDX Records. Today, TheAmericanBeat.com has exclusively premiered the song’s lyric video, giving the 23 year old Michigan based country traditionalist’s growing fanbase a sneak peak of the song … Continue reading Country Recording Artist Waylon Hanel Tugs At Your Heartstrings With “Red Bricks,” His Endearing New Ballad On Letting Go, Available Everywhere Digitally On September 05

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Award-Winning Country Artist Cali Tucker Redefines Her Legacy With Empowering New Music Video For Single “Last Name,” Out Today

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Award-winning country artist Cali Tucker, whose Nashville roots run deep as the daughter of 1970s hitmaker LaCosta Tucker and niece of legend Tanya Tucker, is excited to unveil the music video for her powerful new single, “Last Name.” Premiered digitally today by Taste of Country, “Last Name” draws inspiration from the timeless fairytale of Cinderella. However, instead of a glass slipper, the story … Continue reading Award-Winning Country Artist Cali Tucker Redefines Her Legacy With Empowering New Music Video For Single “Last Name,” Out Today

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BETTER THAN EZRA TO PLAY THE GRAND OLE OPRY FOR THE FIRST TIME ON SEPTEMBER 24 !

NEW COVER OF “SALLY, WHEN THE WINE RUNS OUT” AVAILABLE NOW —LISTEN HERE —TAKING THE STAGE AT 11TH ANNUAL PILGRIMAGE MUSIC & CULTURAL FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 27 & 28 NASHVILLE, TENN. (September 3, 2025) — Even in the midst of an incredible 37-year career earmarked by unforgettable moments, iconic PLATINUM Rock band Better Than Ezra continues to break ground and enjoy a few very significant and special “firsts.” Compromised of Kevin Griffin, Tom Drummond, Jim … Continue reading BETTER THAN EZRA TO PLAY THE GRAND OLE OPRY FOR THE FIRST TIME ON SEPTEMBER 24 !

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Backlash: first single and video “Looking For A Stranger” released

Art Of Melody Music & Burning Minds Music Group are proud to announce “Looking For A Stranger”, the first single from Backlash‘s upcoming debut album “Time To Impact”. It’s now available online for streaming, accompanied by a video from Moviedel Productions. Buy digital / Stream “Looking For A Stranger” now:https://www.burningmindsgroup.com/art-of-melody-music/buy/222 Guitarist Andrea Frighi states: “We’ve combined old and new ideas to create this track, which pays homage to Giant, FM, and Survivor. The song features … Continue reading Backlash: first single and video “Looking For A Stranger” released

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SURF BALLROOM CELEBRATES OPENING OF NEW SURF MUSIC EXPERIENCE CENTER SEPTEMBER 5-7

SURF BALLROOM LAUNCHES GROUNDBREAKING ‘NOT FADE AWAY’ IMMERSIVE MUSIC EXPERIENCE ON BUDDY HOLLY’S BIRTHDAY A first-of-its-kind tribute to rock ‘n’ roll icons Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and the Big Bopper CLEAR LAKE, Ia. – The public is invited to help celebrate the official opening of the Surf Music Experience Center beginning Friday, September 5th. Located next door to the legendary ballroom, the Music Experience Center (MEC) will be … Continue reading SURF BALLROOM CELEBRATES OPENING OF NEW SURF MUSIC EXPERIENCE CENTER SEPTEMBER 5-7

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Lamont Landers Releases Powerful New Single “America”

A Soulful, Honest Look at Life in the Modern World Nashville, TN — Today, Lamont Landers, one of the most exciting new voices in American soul and rock, releases his searing new single, “America” — a raw, unflinching snapshot of life in the modern world, listen HERE. With head-nodding grooves, handclaps, and church organ strains, the track captures frustration, reflection, and resilience in equal measure. In … Continue reading Lamont Landers Releases Powerful New Single “America”

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Country Rocker Ben Gallaher Releases Memory Makin’ Road Anthem ‘Rearview’ TODAY

Rearview’ Is a Teaser Track From Gallaher’s Arena-Ready Sophomore Album, Time, To Be Released 9/26 andAVAILABLE NOW FOR PRE-SAVE (NASHVILLE, TN – Aug. 29, 2025) – QHMG / Stone Country Records’ triple-threat singer, songwriter and guitarist, Ben Gallaher, today released “Rearview,” a road-anthem teaser track from his new, high-octane, heartland-rock album, Time, set for release on Sept. 26 and available now for pre-save / pre-add. STREAM / LISTEN TO “Rearview” HERE. WATCH the official “Rearview” … Continue reading Country Rocker Ben Gallaher Releases Memory Makin’ Road Anthem ‘Rearview’ TODAY

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BRIAN KELLEY SPREADS THE “SUNSHINE”IN SUMMER NATIONAL TV BLITZ

NASHVILLE, TENN. (August 27, 2025) — Bringing his signature Sunshine State of Mind to national television, DIAMOND-selling superstar Brian Kelley just stacked back-to-back days of top-tier appearances in New York City. Keeping summer alive, he performed “Spend Some Time There” (watch here) on a golden-lit stage with screens projecting rolling waves behind him during the 3rd Hour of NBC’s TODAY on Monday (8/25), before tapping back to his college baseball roots with MLB … Continue reading BRIAN KELLEY SPREADS THE “SUNSHINE”IN SUMMER NATIONAL TV BLITZ

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