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Tom Principato Releases his  new CD “Twangin’!”

Tom Principato Releases his new CD “Twangin’!”

Posted April 7, 2026 at 1:22 pm | No comments

There’s plenty of twang and blues here, as well as rockin’ stuff harking back to Tom Principato’s work, “Blazing Telecasters,” with the late Danny Gatton, and plenty of that D.C. Telecaster sound invented by Roy Buchanan.

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Joe Bonamassa Announces “The Spirit Of Rory Live From Cork,” Celebrating Rory Gallagher’s Legacy

Joe Bonamassa Announces “The Spirit Of Rory Live From Cork,” Celebrating Rory Gallagher’s Legacy

Posted March 27, 2026 at 10:26 am | No comments

oe Bonamassa has announced the upcoming release of The Spirit Of Rory Live From Cork, a powerful live album and film capturing his deeply personal tribute to Irish blues guitar legend Rory Gallagher

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Colin James Is Going Coast To Coast on April-May US Tour With Matt Anderson & Terra Lightfoot For A Roots-Rock Extravaganza

Colin James Is Going Coast To Coast on April-May US Tour With Matt Anderson & Terra Lightfoot For A Roots-Rock Extravaganza

Posted March 25, 2026 at 9:09 pm | No comments

Multi-award-winning blues/rock guitarist Colin James’ last US tour in 2024 was cut short due to an automobile accident. Now fully recovered he’s bringing his exciting blend of blues and rock music to fans in the States with the upcoming “Coast to Coast Tour” in April and May

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THE Mountain Music Festival 2026 – Aug. 21 – 23 in Gatlinburg, Tennessee

THE Mountain Music Festival 2026 – Aug. 21 – 23 in Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Posted March 3, 2026 at 12:46 pm | No comments

The Mountain Music Festival, a three-day classic rock n’ roll music experience, is set to return August 21st-23rd to the Gatlinburg Convention Center, located in Tennessee’s beautiful Great Smoky Mountains. The Mountain Music Festival, which successfully debuted October 2021 in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, is brought to you by the creators of the pioneering On the Blue Cruises. For more info, visit TheMountainUSA.com and follow on Facebook and Instagram.

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Paul Gilbert Unveils “Keep Your Feet Firm and Even” Video & New WROC Album Release

Paul Gilbert Unveils “Keep Your Feet Firm and Even” Video & New WROC Album Release

Posted March 2, 2026 at 7:50 pm | No comments

Six-string-wizard Paul Gilbert reveals his latest music video for Keep Your Feet Firm and Even, on the day he releases his brand-new album WROC, on Music Theories Recordings / Artone.

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The National GUITAR Museum Announces Presentation of  “Lifetime Achievement” Award to   Ritchie Blackmore

The National GUITAR Museum Announces Presentation of “Lifetime Achievement” Award to  Ritchie Blackmore

Posted February 24, 2026 at 9:05 am | No comments

The National GUITAR Museum announced that Ritchie Blackmore, the esteemed guitar legend whose vast career spans more than 60 years, has received its annual “Lifetime Achievement” Award. Blackmore is the sixteenth recipient of the award.

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Metal Guitarist David K. Starr Releases “Not Dead Yet”

Metal Guitarist David K. Starr Releases “Not Dead Yet”

Posted December 4, 2025 at 2:26 pm | No comments

Press Release Source: Chipster PR & Consulting, Inc. Veteran metal guitarist/bassist David K. Starr (WildeStarr, Vicious Rumors, Chastain) returns with a slamming new track and video “Not Dead Yet” is Dave’s own testimony of life’s twists and turns after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2020. Dave says… “I originally started writing the song about […]

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R.E.M.’s Chronic Town and Murmur Get the Definitive Sound Series Treatment 

R.E.M.’s Chronic Town and Murmur Get the Definitive Sound Series Treatment 

Posted November 22, 2025 at 2:54 pm | No comments

Interscope-Capitol Records announces the next installment inits acclaimed Definitive Sound Series (DSS): R.E.M.’s Chronic Town and Murmur, two landmark albums that introduced one of America’s most influential bands and reshaped the sound of modern rock.

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Lynyrd Skynyrd & Foreigner Double Trouble Double Vision Tour in 2026

Lynyrd Skynyrd & Foreigner Double Trouble Double Vision Tour in 2026

Posted November 17, 2025 at 11:02 am | No comments

LYNYRD SKYNYRD and Foreigner have announced 19 co-headline appearances across North America confirmed for Summer, 2026.

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SABATON Announces a 31-Date North American Tour

SABATON Announces a 31-Date North American Tour

Posted September 16, 2025 at 6:11 am | 2 comments

Global power metal giants Sabaton have announced a massive 31-date North American tour set for early 2026. The announcement follows the band’s extensive 2025 international run and coincides with rising anticipation for LEGENDS, their upcoming album due October 17 via Better Noise Music.

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