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REBA MCENTIRE PERFORMS FOR THE FIRST TIME ON THE GRAMMYS WITH POWERFUL “TRAILBLAZER (DREAM CHASER VERSION)” FEATURING BRANDY CLARK AND LUKAS NELSON

Los Angeles, CA — February 2, 2026 — Entertainment icon Reba McEntire took the GRAMMY stage for the first time Sunday night, delivering a breathtaking performance of her hit single “Trailblazer,” reimagined as “Trailblazer (Dream Chaser Version).” The special rendition featured GRAMMY-winning singer-songwriter Brandy Clark—who rewrote the track and co-produced it with McEntire—and GRAMMY-winning artist Lukas Nelson, uniting a powerful, multi-generational collaboration that honored the legacy … Continue reading REBA MCENTIRE PERFORMS FOR THE FIRST TIME ON THE GRAMMYS WITH POWERFUL “TRAILBLAZER (DREAM CHASER VERSION)” FEATURING BRANDY CLARK AND LUKAS NELSON

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 Hard Rock Band Bastion Rose Releases New Single “Bones” 

Full Length Album Blue Rising Drops This Summer!  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Bastion Rose Marches Forward with Heavy Metal Anthem “Bones”  Second Single from Upcoming Album Blue Rising BLOOMINGTON, IN – Following the success of their recent single “Dust,” cinematic hard rock powerhouse Bastion Rose has unleashed their next single, “Bones.” The new single serves as the second offering from their highly anticipated upcoming record, Blue Rising. “Bones” is a heavy metal anthem defined by its … Continue reading  Hard Rock Band Bastion Rose Releases New Single “Bones” 

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3X GRAMMY WINNER JELLY ROLL TAKES HOME BEST CONTEMPORARY COUNTRY ALBUM FOR BEAUTIFULLY BROKEN

In The Premiere Ceremony, He Was Honored for Best Country Duo/Group Performance – “Amen” – Shaboozey & Jelly Roll and Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song – “Hard Fought Hallelujah” Brandon Lake with Jelly Roll BMG Nashville Publishing Also Proudly Celebrates The Six Wins By Their Talent Across Jelly Roll, Buddy Guy & Aoife O’Donovan of I’m With Her Nashville, TN (February 2, 2026) – BBR … Continue reading 3X GRAMMY WINNER JELLY ROLL TAKES HOME BEST CONTEMPORARY COUNTRY ALBUM FOR BEAUTIFULLY BROKEN

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Biffy Clyro Adds North American Leg To Global Tour

“Futique is an album to cherish, not just because we get to keep Britain’s biggest and most exciting rock band and witness the continuation of a success story that’ll never stop being surprising, but because it’s a bold, fresh effort full of tunes that are simultaneously immediate and deep.” 4/5 – Kerrang! “Futique is a bold album that – much like its overarching concept of ‘future … Continue reading Biffy Clyro Adds North American Leg To Global Tour

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Ashes Awaken Releases Debut Album Rise; Premieres New Single & Video “Amazing Grace, Again”

PITTSBURGH, PA — February 2, 2026 — Christian metal band Ashes Awaken are set to release their highly anticipated debut album, Rise, on February 6, 2026, and are kicking off the new year with the premiere of their autobiographical single and official video, “Amazing Grace, Again.” The song, written by frontman Michael Stover, encapsulates the album’s central theme of redemption, resilience, and the transformative power of Christ’s love. The video can be viewed … Continue reading Ashes Awaken Releases Debut Album Rise; Premieres New Single & Video “Amazing Grace, Again”

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SUNDAY MORNIN’ COUNTRY 2026 SETS THE STAGE WITH FIRST ARTIST ANNOUNCEMENTS

A Family-Focused Celebration of Faith-Driven Country and Gospel Music, Including Mandy Barnett, John Berry, Cassidy Daniels, Cutter & Cash, and The Kentucky Grass, Charlie McCoy, John McEwen, Aubrey Nicole, McKenzie Phipps NASHVILLE, TN – (FEB. 2, 2026) – Sunday Mornin’ Country returns this year with inspiring performances from beloved Country and Gospel artists in a warm, family-oriented atmosphere. This year’s event will take place on Sunday, June … Continue reading SUNDAY MORNIN’ COUNTRY 2026 SETS THE STAGE WITH FIRST ARTIST ANNOUNCEMENTS

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SHORTY TURNS 40: CELEBRATING TROMBONE SHORTY’S 40TH BIRTHDAY @ TREME THREAUXDOWN X

A Star-Studded Concert Event Featuring:Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Leon Bridges, Eric Church, Joan Jett, Branford Marsalis, Ivan Neville, George Porter Jr., Grace Potter, Jill Scott, Mavis Staples, Irma Thomas& More Special Guests The Must-See Nighttime Event inNew Orleans During Jazz Fest 2026 Saturday, April 25, 2026, Saenger Theatre, NOLA Tickets On Sale Friday, Feb. 6 at 10 a.m. CT at shortyturns40.com NEW ORLEANS, La. – Blackbird Presents is thrilled … Continue reading SHORTY TURNS 40: CELEBRATING TROMBONE SHORTY’S 40TH BIRTHDAY @ TREME THREAUXDOWN X

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LOCASH TO HEADLINE 15TH ANNUAL ISLAND TIME MUSIC FESTIVAL

ONE-OF-A-KIND FEST RETURNS TO MEXICO’S ISLA MUJERES 2/25 – 2/28—GET TICKETS HERE NASHVILLE, TENN. (February 3, 2026) – This month, PLATINUM-selling Country duo LOCASH will headline the 15th annual Island Time Music Festival — a one-of-a-kind celebration taking place February 25 through 28 on the Mexican island of Isla Mujeres. This year’s festival will feature LOCASH & Friends, marking the duo’s 6th time playing Island Time, with special guest artists joining them on stage … Continue reading LOCASH TO HEADLINE 15TH ANNUAL ISLAND TIME MUSIC FESTIVAL

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DON McLEAN MARKS THE 55TH ANNIVERSARY OF “AMERICAN PIE” AS THE SURF BALLROOM ANNOUNCES A 2027 LIFE‑SIZE BRONZE STATUE HONORING THE ICONIC SINGER‑SONGWRITER

Statue will be installed at the legendary venue where Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and J.P. “The Big Bopper” Richardson played their final show CLEAR LAKE, Ia. (February 3, 2026) — Fifty‑five years after its release, Don McLean’s “American Pie” remains one of the most enduring anthems in American music — a sweeping, eight‑minute epic that captured a nation in transition and immortalized the phrase “the … Continue reading DON McLEAN MARKS THE 55TH ANNIVERSARY OF “AMERICAN PIE” AS THE SURF BALLROOM ANNOUNCES A 2027 LIFE‑SIZE BRONZE STATUE HONORING THE ICONIC SINGER‑SONGWRITER

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The Cranberries Announce The Reissue Of Uncertain

The Rare And Newly-Remastered EPThat Foreshadows Their Mainstream BreakthroughOn January 30, 2026 JANUARY 30, 2026 [New York, NY] — Before “Dreams” signaled the emergence of one of the most arresting and angelic voices enwrapped in a swath of layered dreampop… Before “Linger” entranced audiences even further into their otherworldly and dreamy melodies… Before “Zombie” cemented them as one of the premier alt-rock bands globally… Before their albums were certified … Continue reading The Cranberries Announce The Reissue Of Uncertain

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