Dom Flemons “The American Songster” has been celebrated extensively for his 2018 release of Black Cowboys, a record which, in his own words, “pays tribute to the music, culture, and the complex history of the golden era of the Wild West.” The American Songster’s works have gained praise from many of the most respected names Read more | Check out Dom Flemons' Artist Page

Josh Ritter, Jason Isbell and his accompanying band, The 400 Unit spent time recording at Sound Emporium Studios of Belmont, TN this summer aiming for “acoustic warmth and unpretentious erudition” during their sessions. Ritter and Isbell had been acquainted for years, but their friendship truly sprouted when they toured together in 2016 and realized the magic Read more | Check out Rolling Stone's full article here.

D.C.’s Jawbox has contemplated returning to the limelight for years, but 2019 finally felt like the right move. Bassist Kim Coletta admitted to the band’s’ back-and-forth regarding the decision: “…the hardest thing was just saying ‘Yes, let’s try this.’ I’m really excited and nervous at the same time.” The post-hardcore quartet will commence their tour Read more | Check out Rolling Stone's full article here.

A diverse group of Concerted Efforts artists have earned prestigious recognition for nominations in the 40th Blues Music Awards!   Dom Flemons’ Black Cowboys has been nominated for Best Acoustic Album. Kevin Burt’s Heartland and Soul for Best Emerging Artist Album The Living History Band’s Chicago Plays the Stones for Best Contemporary Blues Album Ruthie Foster Read more | To see the rest of the nominees, click here.