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Passport: Koko Productions Music from Africa
Our spotlight on global music looks at the artists of Koko Productions, a company that's dedicated to broadening the exposure of African music. Here's a bit about the company's first five artists.

Autumn Gift Guide
We have some really cool items in our Autumn Gift Guide: let's just say we think you're really going to "Fall" for them. And there's a gift suggestion here for a very handy item that has a very unusual name!

Record Store Day: Creed, Punk Goes Acoustic, Back To The Future, Jonathan Richman and More From Craft Recordings
Craft Recordings are ready to wow fans with nine exclusive RSD titles that will be available only at participating brick & mortar record stores

Quick Flicks: Spooky Edition
You won't see one single living soul in this new film, a nearly 90-minute tour of homes with their front yards done up for Halloween.

Interview: Dirt Road Soul Singer Kristy Lee is Ready to Sail on the Live Loud Fest Cruise
The Live Loud Fest will take place aboard the Norwegian Cruise Line ship Jewel November 4-8, 2025

Sites and Sounds: Bryan TX Songwriter Festival
The first edition of the Bryan TX Songwriter Festival is about to take place in The Lone Star State.

Battle of the Band: Eternity's Children
Battling it out are two releases on vinyl from "sunshine pop" group Eternity's Children.

Bernie Leadon - Too Late to Be Cool
As a founding member of the Eagles, singer, songwriter and guitarist Bernie Leadon was not only right in the middle of the nascent country rock scene but also one of the major architects of that sound

Travel News, Trips and Tips: Need New Camping Gear? Dakine Has You Covered!
Now that the weather has turned a little cooler it's the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors, perhaps with a camping adventure.

On The Record: Foghat, Warrant, Slaughter and Clueless Soundtrack
Our spotlight on vinyl spins four great reissues from Foghat, Warrant, Slaughter and the "Clueless" Motion Picture Soundtrack.

Interview: Eagles Cofounder Bernie Leadon
Eagles cofounder Bernie Leadon releasing first new solo album in more than 20 years and Zane Ewton catches up with the legendary musician to discuss the record.

Kate Bush - Best of the Other Sides
Here's a real nice compilation of B-Sides and one-offs from an artist that folks are absolutely fanatical about

RockPile: Spotlight on New Releases by Women, Part 1
A lot of great music made by women has crossed our desk (and CD player) lately; here are some of our favorites.

Reggae Party: Bob Marley Edition
This edition of our column focusing on reggae music features two items Bob Marley fans will want in their collections, including a very trippy vinyl pressing.

Live: Rise Against Rock Chicago
Rise Against played at the Credit Union 1 Amphitheater in Tinley Park on September 27th. The band came through as part of the Rise of the Roach tour making the stop in a place the band calls home.

On The Record: Elton John
Elton John's Live from the Rainbow Theatre finally sees a wide release on vinyl (CDs and digital copies are available too, also for the first time ever.)

Foreigner - 4 (Deluxe Edition)
Foreigner fans will love delving into the material on this deluxe edition of 4, the band's massive hit album from 1981

Caught In The Act: Michael Schenker's My Years With UFO Tour Rocks Illinois
The past met the present on Thursday, September 25th, when Michael Schenker made a stop at the Des Plaines Theatre in Des Plaines, Ill. to celebrate 50 years of rock. The "My Years With UFO" tour

Live: America Rocks Arizona
Classic rock band America brought their Encore Tour to metropolitan Phoenix for a show in the Ikeda Theater at Mesa Arts Center and they played all their hits and favorites along with numerous deep cuts.

Live: Judas Priest and Alice Cooper Rock Charlotte
Judas Priest and Alice Cooper's coheadline tour hit the PNC Music Pavilion in Charlotte, NC on Saturday, September 20th

Caught In The Act: Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band Rock Milwaukee
Rob Grabowski caught Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band In The Act during show at the Miller High Life Theatre in Milwaukee on September 12, 2025. Check out Rob's review and photos!

Live from Celebrity Theatre: Samantha Fish
Samantha Fish brought her Paper Doll World Tour to the historic Celebrity Theatre in Phoenix Sept. 13 for a Saturday evening filled with blues rocking fun.

Live: The Pixies Rock Raleigh
I hope we never take The Pixies for granted. Nearly 40 years since forming in Boston, Mass., the band remains a potent power of the best in weird and snarling yet melodic and smart rock and roll.

Caught In The Act: The Who And Joe Bonamassa Rock Chicago
Roman Sobus caught The Who And Joe Bonamassa In The Act during the Chicago stop of The Who's The Song is Over North American Farewell Tour at the United Center on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025. Check out Roman's great photos!

Caught In The Act: Oasis and Cage the Elephant Rock Soldier Field
Rob Grabowski caught Oasis and Cage the Elephant In The Act during show at Soldier Field in Chicago on August 28th, 2025. Check out Rob's great photos!

Caught In The Act: David Lee Roth Live 2025
Rob Grabowski caught legendary Van Halen frontman David Lee Roth In The Act during show at Hard Rock Live in Gary, Indiana on Tuesday, August 19th

Live: Rod Stewart And Cheap Trick Rock Chicagoland
It wasn't just a concert, it was a celebration of decades of music, passion, and connection. Rod Stewart reminded us why he's still a powerhouse performer after all these years