Founding Member of The Hooters, Eric Bazilian, Releases First Single in a Series of New Music

(PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- Originally penned for WXPN's Philly Anthems series, Eric Bazilian's newest song, "Better Times," is out now. The founding member of The Hooters will be releasing a series of new music this year with this as the first single and was featured in Twangville's Why It Matters series to discuss eating well on the road, his first gig in his hometown, and how inflation has impacted touring. "We know how fortunate we are. We worked a long time to get here, and we never take it for granted."

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Americana Music Association to Honor Robert Plant with Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Americana Honors & Awards

(NASHVILLE, TN) -- The Americana Music Association will honor legendary singer, songwriter and musical trailblazer Robert Plant with the Association's Lifetime Achievement Award during the 25th Annual Americana Honors & Awards, taking place Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Nashville's historic Ryman Auditorium.

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Ruidosa Fest at Lincoln Center Returned to New York for its Largest Edition Yet

(NEW YORK, NY) -- Ruidosa Fest returned to Lincoln Center on Sunday, July 12, 2026, for its third consecutive New York edition, bringing together a full day of music, dialogue, learning, and collective celebration. With engaging panel discussions, artist conversations, a music production masterclass, literary programming, and a vibrant community gathering, the 2026 edition marked the festival's most successful Lincoln Center event to date.

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Count Basie Center Inducts Fred Schneider and Kate Pierson of The B-52s and Dramarama onto Walk of Fame

(RED BANK, NJ) -- The Count Basie Center for the Arts added two more honorees to its Walk of Fame on Friday, July 10, 2026, inducting Fred Schneider and Kate Pierson of The B-52s and Dramarama during a special ceremony outside the historic venue in Red Bank.

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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Spiral Will" by Solace

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Spiral Will," a single and video from "Fading Falling Ruin," the latest album from doomy Jersey Shore dirt metal greats Solace.

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