Iconic Songwriter Kris Kristofferson Dies at 88

by da jack hayford - October 24, 2024October 24, 20240

Kris Kristofferson 1936 – 2024 “Kris Kristofferson believed to his core that creativity is God-given, and that those who ignore or deflect such a holy gift are doomed to failure and unhappiness. He preached that a life of the mind gives voice to the soul, and then he created a body

JD. Souther: One of the Greatest of the Greatest Generation

by da jack hayford - September 27, 2024September 29, 20240

Singer-Songwriter JD. Souther died on Tuesday September 17th, 2024. The press reports named no cause of death but I heard that he had recently tripped on a marble stoop at his new home in New Mexico, fallen and broken a rib, and punctured a lung. He was only 78 years

Brazilian Singer Ayres Sasaki Fatally Electrocuted Onstage

by da jack hayford - July 25, 2024July 25, 20240

Brazilian rocker Ayres Sasaki, a beloved singer known for his soulful voice and dynamic performances, died after being electrocuted on stage during a concert in São Paulo, Brazil. The Brazilian singer was performing at the Solar Hotel in Salinópolis, a municipality within Pará, on July 13 when an interaction with a

The Future of Music: How AI Is Changing the Music Industry

by da jack hayford - June 30, 2024July 1, 20240

Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to revolutionize the music industry, bringing about transformative changes in how music is created, produced, distributed, and consumed. The integration of AI technologies in music is already evident, and its influence is expected to grow, affecting various aspects of the industry. Here, we explore the

Spotify’s Big Shift Towards Bundled Offerings

by da jack hayford - June 12, 2024June 14, 20240

Spotify, the global leader in music streaming, is making significant strides towards diversifying its service portfolio by embracing bundled offerings. This strategic move aims to provide enhanced value to its users while fortifying its competitive edge in an increasingly saturated market. The Evolution of Spotify's Business Model Since its inception in 2008,

Looks Like Diddy Ain’t Exactly Brother Love

by da jack hayford - May 22, 2024May 22, 20240

Throughout his many multifaceted careers, Sean Combs has gone through a lot of names. First he was Puff Daddy. Then he was P. Diddy, only to drop the P five years later to become “Diddy,” which was later expanded to encompass group Diddy — Dirty Money. On Saturday, his birthday, Combs took to Twitter to

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by da jack hayford - May 4, 2024May 4, 20240

DJ RITMO honors victims of Nova festival by performing at empty massacre site

by da jack hayford - November 29, 2023November 29, 20230

On Tuesday, an Israeli DJ honored the memories of victims who were killed during the Nova music festival in Re'im on October 7 by playing a set in front of photos of the victims. The Israeli DJ under the name of RITMO, set up his equipment on the stage and faced the pictures

Who is Oliver Anthony?

by da jack hayford - August 20, 2023August 23, 20230

Oliver Anthony Rich Men North Oof Richmond

Oliver Anthony is the stage name of musician Christopher Anthony Lunsford, an unassuming man from Virginia, whose country song "Rich Men North of Richmond" has taken country music and conservative leaning news outlets by storm, propelling his streaming debut to the top or near the top of a number of

Music City Grand Prix Sep 14-15, 2024!

by da jack hayford - August 2, 2023June 30, 20240

Now in its fourth year, the Music City Grand Prix is picking up speed! (Pun intended!). Nashville-based mega brand Big Machine was announced as the title sponsor of the race earlier this year and will play a major role in this weekend's event (August 4-6, 2023). In addition to having Big

Randy Meisner: Another Eagle Flies

by da jack hayford - July 29, 2023August 5, 20230

In the world of rock and roll, there are legendary bands that have left an indelible mark on the music industry. The Eagles undoubtedly stand among these giants, and one of the foundational members who played a crucial role in shaping their signature sound is Randy Meisner. Sadly, Meisner died

Sinead O’Connor: The World Loses Another Great Voice

by da jack hayford - July 27, 2023July 27, 20230

Sadly, the music world and beyond has lost yet another iconic rock voice. Irish singer, songwriter and activist Sinead O'Connor was found dead in her London home on Wednesday, July 26. At this writing, no cause of death has been stated, however London police reported they found nothing suspicious about

Tina Turner Queen of Rock n’ Roll Dies at 83

by da jack hayford - May 24, 2023May 25, 20230

The world of music has lost one of its greatest voices and visages, "The Queen of Rock n' Roll," Tina Turner. Born Anna Mae Bullock in Brownsville, Tennessee, in 1939, Young Anna Mae lived with her grandmother after her parents moved temporarily away to Knoxville to work at a military

Is The Weeknd Changing His Name?

by da jack hayford - May 23, 2023May 24, 20230

In the world of pop stars, it's not unheard of for a major established artist to change their name, their showbiz moniker, in the middle of their career. Prince became a Symbol (or the Artist Formerly Known as Prince.) In the midst of a contractual dispute with Warner Bros. in 1993, he

Afroman Because I Got High For President!

by da jack hayford - May 16, 2023May 16, 20230

uhhhhhhhhhh....Parental Warning: Lyrics Contain Adult Content https://youtu.be/WeYsTmIzjkw Afroman For President Press Release My Fellow Americans, There comes a time in the course of human events when change must be affected. That time is now. Americans are suffering, and the status quo is no longer acceptable. Inflation is out of control. The economy is in shambles.

Taylor Swift Delivers in Nashville’s Soggy Nissan Stadium

by da jack hayford - May 14, 2023May 14, 20230

A rain show only chooses a crowd that can handle a rain show. Taylor Swift Nissan Stadium 2023 On two lovely spring evenings (May 5-7 2023) and one swamped by a deluge, pop (and country!) icon Taylor Swift skillfully delivered her critically acclaimed 45-song show during the Nashville iteration of her 52

Lainey Wilson Acceptance Speech…Nailed It!

by da jack hayford - May 11, 2023May 12, 20230

If you're gonna be a dreamer...BE A DOER! Lainey Wilson Passionate Acceptance Speech for 2023 ACM Album of the Year Lainey Wilson's Bell Bottom Country won Album of the Year at the 2023 ACM Awards on Thursday night (May 11).Read More: Lainey Wilson Takes Home Album of the Year at the 2023 ACM Awards

What is Live Nation Concert Week?

by da jack hayford - May 5, 2023May 5, 20230

Concert ticket prices got you down? Well then Live Nation's Concert Week offering ALL-IN $25 tickets to hundreds of events may be just the pick-me-up you need! Live Nation’s Concert Week runs from May 10 until May 16, 2023. During this week you can buy your $25 concert tickets online directly through Live

Legendary Canadian Songwriter Gordon Lightfoot Dies at 84

by da jack hayford - May 2, 2023May 3, 20230

Canada's favorite son, Gordon Lightfoot, was one of the greatest singer-songwriters to come out of the 1970s...and that's saying something. His name, along with the likes of Paul Simon, Jackson Browne, Carole King, Elton John, Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, James Taylor, David Bowie, Randy Newman, Cat Stevens, Billy

Morgan Wallen Cancels Ole Miss Show

by da jack hayford - April 25, 2023April 25, 20230

Angering many of the fans already congregated at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford Mississippi, Sunday April 23, 2023, country music phenom Morgan Wallen abruptly announced that his show would not go on. The canceled performance was to be the second of two nights on his sold-out One Night at a Time Tour. At

Philadelphia Folk Festival

by da jack hayford - April 24, 2023April 24, 20230

The Philadelphia Folksong Society is taking a PAUSE this year, 2023, on presenting the 2023 Philadelphia Folk Festival, while we rebuild. We are grateful for the support of our community and look forward to seeing everyone in 2024! The Philadelphia Folk Festival is an annual music festival held in the Philadelphia

K-Pop Star Moon Bin Found Dead

by da jack hayford - April 23, 2023April 24, 20230

Moon Bin, a rising star in the world of K-pop, was found dead at his home in Seoul, his management agency said on Thursday April 20, 2023, shocking fans and fellow performers alike. The 25-year-old artist, known for his stunning vocals and charismatic performances, had been at the forefront of

Jelly Roll Shares Stories From His Time in Jail & the Music He’s Trying To Create

by da jack hayford - April 8, 2023April 27, 20230

Editor: Jelly Roll is one of the most important new voices in music. Wanna feel good about life? Listen to the Jelly Roll / Bobby Bones interview. https://youtu.be/DIOnklpsGBQ Jason DeFord (born December 4, 1984), known professionally as Jelly Roll (sometimes stylized as JellyRoll), is an American singer, rapper, and songwriter known for

What is Jewel’s New Innerworld?

by da jack hayford - April 7, 2023April 23, 20230

Photo Courtesy Biography.com/Getty My innerworld is where I go to create, to find my voice, to feel like I matter. Jewel Innerworld is a wellness company co-founded by the popular singer known as Jewel. It is an online virtual reality-based wellness center where people can use an anonymous avatar to access free mental

Can Country Music Lead America Out of Its Obsession With Guns?

by da jack hayford - April 6, 2023April 24, 20230

According to Ketch Secor, frontman for the alt-country music group Old Crow Medicine Show (which won a Grammy for best folk album in 2015), it's time for country music artists to step up to the plate on the issue of gun violence. In the wake of the March 27th, 2023,

WTF? Testicle Festival.

by da jack hayford - April 3, 2023May 16, 20230

Don't worry, your balls will remain intact! Whether you call them Rocky Mountian Oysters, Cowboy Caviar, Tendergroin or simply Bull Balls. We've ordered a metric ton of bull balls and they'll be served all weekend long. Come partake in this midwest delicacy. Testyfest.us Editors Note: I had never heard of this event. Yes, certainly I've

For His 90th Birthday Willie Nelson Headlines 2023 Outlaw Music Festival

by da jack hayford - March 15, 2023June 13, 20230

I can’t wait to be on the road with the amazing group of artists joining us on this year’s Outlaw Music Festival Tour…It is always a great day of music and fun with family, friends and the incredible fans, and even more special this year in celebration of my 90th birthday.

Legendary Bassist Michael Rhodes Dies at 69

by da jack hayford - March 9, 2023March 28, 20230

Michael Rhodes 1953-2023 There are shots sometimes heard around the world and in the music business the passing of Nashville bassist Michael Rhodes on March 4th 2023 was one of them. There may have never lived a more accomplished musician than Michael Rhodes. Some say he has played on more records than any

What is CRS?

by da jack hayford - March 1, 2023March 1, 20230

CRS (in the music biz anyway) stands for Country Radio Seminar. CRS is one of the largest media gatherings of any kind. Each spring this Nashville-based convention and trade show brings together nearly 1,000 delegates from Country Radio with 1,000 music industry professionals for three days of "growth through sharing." Radio attendees

Rihanna is Now the Richest Musician

by da jack hayford - February 19, 2023February 19, 20230

The 2023 Super Bowl Halftime Show featured a spectacular, extravagant performance by the NEW richest musician in the world: Rihanna. In January 2016, when Rihanna released her most recent album, the eclectic, intimate “Anti," Barack Obama was president, Prince was still alive and TikTok did not yet exist. NY Times Rihanna was born February