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Finally, the imperial sound of one hand clapping. Saturday night NZ time, Charles III will be officially sworn in as King and as our head of state Commonwealth leaders will pledge their allegiance, even those hailing from countries that would much rather ...

The interplay between folk and country is showing up in more songs by popular artists.

If you’ve ever heard Tommy’s talent, on record or especially live, you’ll see why the great Chet Atkins considered him \“one of the best guitar players I’ve ever seen.\” He’s back with another collection with assorted favorites of ours accompanying him, including Billy Strings, Sam Bush, Molly Tuttle, and Little Feat! There are four strong original tunes here, but the Australian can also be considered one of the greatest performers of Americana standards too, with versions of songs...

As the stages are broken down and the gear is packed up, fans from across the country and the world are coming down from their annual MerleFest excitement. The centerpiece of MerleFest 2023—which took place this past weekend, April 27-30, in Wilkesboro, North Carolina—was the all-encompassing celebration of what would have been MerleFest founder Doc Watson’s 100th birthday.

Few bands have as enduring a legacy in the acoustic, newgrass, jamband scene as Colorado-based Leftover Salmon. Out today, the band’s second single, “Blue Railroad Train,” — from their upcoming album GRASS ROOTS (May 19 via Compass Records) — features special guest and long-time Leftover Salmon pal Billy Strings who steps out on the track, the perfect vehicle to showcase Drew Emmitt and Strings’ tight vocal harmonies.

The popular music festival is back for its 35th year at Wilkes Community College.

The multi-Grammy winner is helping raise money for the Breakfast at St. Andrew’s daily meal program in Ann Arbor.

Release Day Picks this week highlight new albums by The National, Joy Oladokun, Taj Mahal, Josh Ritter, Stephen Stills and a covers tribute to Doc Watson.

WILKESBORO — The magical moments at MerleFest have always happened on the biggest and smallest of stages.

The festival is a celebration of traditional plus music and bluegrass, but also has other genres including blues, jazz, folk music, and more.