LIZ KENNEDY SERVES UP NEW ANIMATED VIDEO FOR FAN-FAVORITE “ARUGULA”

San Francisco-based Americana singer-songwriter revisits her beloved Speed Bump track with a playful new visual inspired by an unlikely songwriting challenge. NASHVILLE, TN – (May 22, 2026) – San Francisco-based Americana singer-songwriter Liz Kennedy has released a new animated video for “Arugula,” bringing fresh attention to a fan-favorite song from her 2014 album, Speed Bump. Produced by J. Jaffe at Studio D Sausalito, the song carries the kind of organic storytelling … Continue reading LIZ KENNEDY SERVES UP NEW ANIMATED VIDEO FOR FAN-FAVORITE “ARUGULA”

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Michael Peterson Signs Deal with StarVista Music To Release Two Albums

‘Down On The Farm’ and ‘We Are Veterans’ Albums Available For The First Time Digitally New Video For “Old Army Hat” Premiered By GodTube NASHVILLE, Tenn. – As the popularity of ’90s country continues to surge, hitmaker Michael Peterson is teaming up with StarVista Music to bring two of his beloved albums to fans in a whole new way. Down On The Farm and We Are Veterans is now available digitally for the … Continue reading Michael Peterson Signs Deal with StarVista Music To Release Two Albums

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THE KODY NORRIS SHOW RELEASES NEW SINGLE “THE POWER AND GLORY”

New Album ‘Spirit of America’ Out June 26! LISTEN/STREAM: rebel-records.lnk.to/TKNS-tpagPRE-ORDER ‘SPIRIT OF AMERICA’: rebel-records.lnk.to/TKNS-SoAm NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Award-winning country and bluegrass group The Kody Norris Show has released their latest single, “The Power and Glory,” available Friday, May 22. Released on Rebel Records, the song is the newest offering from the band’s forthcoming album, Spirit of America, due out Friday, June 26.Originally written by Phil Ochs and dating back to the mid-1960s, … Continue reading THE KODY NORRIS SHOW RELEASES NEW SINGLE “THE POWER AND GLORY”

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TORI ROSE PERFORMS NEW SINGLE“SOUTH OF SOUTHERN” DURING ACM AWARDS RADIO REMOTES

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Saddle Up Records recording artist Tori Rose made a memorable debut appearance at this year’s ACM festivities in Las Vegas, performing her new single “South of Southern” at their official radio remotes. “South of Southern” is available now on all streaming platforms and will impact country radio on June 15. Listen/Stream HERE. Throughout the week, Tori participated in several high profile events including the ACM … Continue reading TORI ROSE PERFORMS NEW SINGLE“SOUTH OF SOUTHERN” DURING ACM AWARDS RADIO REMOTES

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STYX + KABOOM

KABOOM COLLECTIVE TO PREMIERETWENTY YEARS ON The Pioneering Rock-and-Orchestra Collaboration ThatInspired a Generation Gets Its Own Documentary May 19, 2026 — CLEVELAND, OH Kaboom Collective, the Cleveland-based nonprofit arts organization that has become a launching pad for the next generation of creative professionals, is proud to announce the world premiere of Twenty Years On, a feature documentary chronicling the twenty-year partnership between Kaboom, its members, and legendary rock … Continue reading STYX + KABOOM

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YES LAUNCH NEW SINGLE

“TURNAROUND SITUATION” SECOND TRACK TAKEN FROM 24TH STUDIO ALBUM ‘AURORA’ OUT JUNE 12 WATCH THE VISUALIZER HERE Left to Right: Jay Schellen, Jon Davison, Steve Howe, Billy Sherwood, Geoff Downes Photo Credit: Gottlieb Bros YES—Steve Howe, Geoff Downes, Jon Davison, Billy Sherwood, and Jay Schellen—are proud to announce their 24th studio album AURORA will be released on June 12 via InsideOutMusic/Sony Music. As Howe explains: “Making this record was joyful, a chance to play, explore and give everything to … Continue reading YES LAUNCH NEW SINGLE

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THE BELLAMY BROTHERS ANNOUNCE BIG & RICH AND JOHN ANDERSON AS SPECIAL GUESTS FOR RYMAN AUDITORIUM SHOW

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – ACM and CMA celebrated duo The Bellamy Brothers have announced that country music hitmakers Big & Rich and John Anderson will join them as special guests for their first-ever headlining performance at the historic Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, June 25. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS The highly anticipated concert comes as The Bellamy Brothers celebrate 50 years since the release of their breakout smash “Let Your Love … Continue reading THE BELLAMY BROTHERS ANNOUNCE BIG & RICH AND JOHN ANDERSON AS SPECIAL GUESTS FOR RYMAN AUDITORIUM SHOW

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BUTTHOLE SURFERS Presents “INTELLIGENT GUY” With A Fever Dream Video

Upcoming Album AFTER THE ASTRONAUTOut June 26, 2026 via Sunset Blvd. “If you listen to early Nirvana stuff, that kind of chaos came from [Kurt Cobain]’s love of the Butthole Surfers.” – Dave Grohl, Nirvana/Foo Fighters “Butthole Surfers created this sonic visual world that you went into and it was completely absorbing. I remember being hypnotized and lost in it.”- Flea, Red Hot Chili Peppers “There is a kind of … Continue reading BUTTHOLE SURFERS Presents “INTELLIGENT GUY” With A Fever Dream Video

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Tyler Reese Tritt Announces 2026 Tour Dates -Rising Country Artist to Bring Her Signature Sound to Stages Across the U.S.

(Nashville, Tennessee – May 19, 2026) – Rising country artist Tyler Reese Tritt continues her 2026 tour, bringing her powerhouse vocals to audiences across the country with a growing list of festival, fair, and headline appearances. Following a strong start to the year, Tritt is set to hit stages throughout the spring, summer, and fall as momentum around her live show continues to build. Earlier … Continue reading Tyler Reese Tritt Announces 2026 Tour Dates -Rising Country Artist to Bring Her Signature Sound to Stages Across the U.S.

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WANG CHUNG ANNOUNCE 40TH ANNIVERSARY

DELUXE EDITION OF TO LIVE AND DIE IN L.A. SOUNDTRACK Deluxe 2LP Vinyl Edition Arrives July 31 Exclusively via Interscope.com Pre-Orders Begin May 20 at 9AM PDT (Los Angeles, CA – May 20, 2026) – Wang Chung are excited to announce the 40th anniversary deluxe edition of their iconic To Live and Die in L.A. soundtrack, arriving July 31, 2026 via Interscope Records. Originally created at the … Continue reading WANG CHUNG ANNOUNCE 40TH ANNIVERSARY

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