Author: Lauren Leadingham

Father Ron and Friends will mark their Global Music Award win with a special performance at Buffa’s on March 30, honoring their new album ‘Forever The Seasons.’ The New Orleans-based folk/Americana band, known for their community involvement, prepares for the French Quarter Festival and a spring tour across Nebraska.

An electrifying synergy captured in a single take under the Vizztone banner, Ben Levin and Lil’ Ed conjure the raw magic of their collaboration.

‘Liberation’ is out today, March 14, via Sun Records! The title track is a fierce anthem about taking control of your own decisions and following your heart. Check out the video shot in the heart of LA, where ZZ’s soulful voice soars over expansive cityscapes.

Taj Mahal + Keb’ Mo’ (TajMo) announce their new album (out May 23 via Concord Records), featuring the title track with Ruby Amanfu. Pre-order the album now and catch them on tour starting this spring!

Lilli Lewis, singer-songwriter, composer, and visionary behind Black American Music Summit invites us into the heart of her latest endeavor, reshaping the narrative around Black American music and its place within the wider cultural conversation. Now, she’s expanding her impact through children’s literature.

In celebration of the legendary Dr. John’s iconic words, the Dr. John Estate has launched a commemorative “Dat’s Where It’s At” tee, featuring the Good Doctor’s image and his famous lyric. To honor the spirit of the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and six-time Grammy winner, American Blues Scene is giving away one of these exclusive t-shirts. Enter for a chance to win by commenting with your favorite Dr. John phrase on our Facebook page!

“Holiday Song” reimagines the season as a time for spiritual reflection, free from greed. With its tender clarinet and heartfelt vocals, the song invites listeners to embrace a more connected holiday experience.

Dr. John’s unmistakable blend of Big Easy flair, local vernacular, and musical mastery left an indelible mark. Since his passing, the Dr. John Estate has released five critically acclaimed albums, including the Grammy-nominated ‘Things Happen That Way.’ These posthumous releases follow his musical evolution, featuring live performances, rare recordings, and timeless classics.

“Blues is a living, breathing art form, and Cody brings a skill and passion that we’re really looking forward to tapping into. It opens up a lot of avenues for us to explore sonically that haven’t been available in the past, and that’s very compelling for me,” guitarist Matthew Stubbs tells us. Listen to the lead single from the chart-topping power trio’s forthcoming ‘EP Volume 2’ out in spring of 2025!

The video for “Things They Tellin’ You” from Robert Connely Farr’s ‘Pandora Sessions’ captures the universal weight of suffering and the blurred lines between truth and deception. Directed by longtime collaborator Jay Bundy Johnson, the visual pairs Farr’s melancholic, minimalist blues with haunting footage from the Prelinger Archive.