25 years ago today, Brad Paisley was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry. He was 28 years old when he accepted the invitation, becoming the youngest member ever to join. Watch a young Paisley perform on ACL in 2001:
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25 years ago today, Brad Paisley was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry. He was 28 years old when he accepted the invitation, becoming the youngest member ever to join. Watch a young Paisley perform on ACL in 2001:
glidemagazine.com/video/25-yea...
The punch-drunk vocals on Latefortyfive & Krykey Craft's "Paper Straws" create an intoxicating atmosphere that is instantly captivating, forcing the listener to hang on to every last second of this contemporary neo-soul bliss.
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Whenβs the last time you bumped some Peter Gabriel? For this Manic Monday, soak up some 1987 Peter:
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On his new tune βDonβt Let Your Mind Go Dark,β Tim Easton is in fine form, keeping the lyrics simple and the message optimistic, backed by a soundtrack of impressive, soulful electric guitar, harmonica, and thumping bass.
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The Paula Boggs Band's βAirline Boogieβ is a standout track from their new album 'Sumatra' that rekindles the Lowell George-led Little Feat shuffle blues groove that is always endearing. Watch the video:
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On Friday night, Canadian country-noir outfit The Sadies brought their cosmic twang and haunting tunes to Portland, OR. REVIEW:
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Eight-time Grammy winner Jon Batiste graced the stage for the Umbrella Concert Series in Boston this past Wednesday, headlining a sold-out concert that shimmered with his star power while celebrating the future of music. REVIEW:
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There is a fuzzy warmth that radiates beneath the unpredictable single βMoreoff More Off Than Onβ from Helicopter Leaves, softening the impact of the firework-style crescendos.
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Dive into fresh videos from KOKOROKO, James Blake and more!
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Staying true to her passion for pushing the boundaries of folk music, Otracami's βSirensβ employs subtle hints of indie rock via an ever-evolving arrangement driven by twinkling guitars and hypnotic percussion.
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Utilizing her signature electric and electro-accoustic violins alongside a keyboard and an electronic drum kit, Sudan Archives' one-woman show turned Denverβs Gothic Theatre into a robotic rave earlier this week. REVIEW:
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Our machines are spitting out releases ranging from exhilarating collaborations with legends, reinvigorating jazz that enchants, and triumphant returns from some of contemporary musicβs most beloved figures.
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30 years ago today, The Fugees released their breakthrough and revered album 'The Score.' The album still holds up today as a modern-day game changer. Watch the βReady Or Notβ official video:
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Sturgill Simpson aka Johnny Blue Skies & the Dark Clouds will continue to expand his musical vision with 'Mutiny After Midnight.'
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Kouskous Heaven's βAre You Ready To Go Back To An Empty Home?β is a hypnotic look at this bandβs singular approach to shoegaze, a genre that is increasingly crowded, making the bandβs individuality all the more special.
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Surfing the Tube is a daily recap of recent must-see YouTube happenings, from music videos and live performances to interviews and everything in between. Check out videos from Violet Grohl, Sarah McLachlan, and Flea.
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On Izzi Stone's latest single, the intoxicating and soulful β9 Camels,β we are introduced to the nuanced fusion magic of this multi-hyphenate.
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For this weekβs Golden Age Thursday samples, we have an example of why the art of sampling can be a lifeline for musicians of the past.
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In the face of adversity and oppression, Miss Jill Scott is here to spread self-assurance rooted in contemplation, creativity, spirituality, sexuality, and self-love. REVIEW:
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KEVIN MORBY is gearing up for a busy 2026.
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Gogol Bordello has moved back to their wide-open, global music influences, delivering tunes that mash up multiple genres and layers of musicality on 'We Mean It, Man!' REVIEW:
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Tame Impala is going big for their summer tour.
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On Tuesday, Texas troubadour Hayes Carll and his talented Gulf Coast Orchestra gave a sold-out crowd in Portland, OR a masterclass in songwriting that included a poignant tribute to the late Todd Snider. REVIEW:
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45 years ago today, RUSH released its biggest-selling album, 'Moving Pictures' β a seven-song masterclass that would come to define the bandβs legacy. Watch the video for the reggae-tinged, synth-infused βVital Signsβ:
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Eaux Claires - the festival founded by Bon Iverβs Justin Vernon and The Nationalβs Aaron Dessner - is back with one of the most eclectic lineups you will likely see this summer.
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The Clay Street Unit may have formed in Colorado, but you can hear the influence of Appalachia throughout their debut, 'Sin & Squalor.' REVIEW:
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Cult faves They Might Be Giants are back with a new album. Check out the single "Wu-Tang":
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The multi-headed monster that is Angel Du$t emerges from this new era of punk with 'COLD 2 THE TOUCH,' an 11-song, ripping love letter to contemporary punk and all its corners. REVIEW:
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On today's Surfing the Tube, dive into fresh videos from Geese, Les ImprimΓ©s, and more.
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Have you ever wondered what would have happened if Lou Reed became interested in Americana and recorded with Gram Parsons? Well, if that unlikely combination seems intriguing, then The Nude Partyβs 'Look Whoβs Back' is for you. REVIEW:
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