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Concerted Efforts is proud to represent this amazing generation of talented singers! Pictured (left to right): Leyla McCalla (Crossover Touring), Amythyst Kiah, Allison Russell (Birds of Chicago), and Rhiannon Giddens – currently recording a project for Smithsonian Folkways with producer Dirk Powell at his Cypress House studio in Louisiana. Amythyst Kiah is also recording her new studio album with Read more | For more information on Amythyst Kiah, visit her Artist Page
We are very pleased to announce the signing of Kevin “B.F.” Burt for exclusive worldwide representation. Kevin “B.F.” Burt was the big man of the evening at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis last month as he won awards in the three awards he was eligible for: Solo/Duo, Best Solo/Duo Guitarist, and the Lee Oskar Read more | Watch Kevin "B.F." Burt perform "Eleanor Rigby" at International Blues Challenge
Don Byrant has been nominated for 4 Blues Music Awards including album of the year and entertainer of the year! See the full list of nominees here: https://blues.org/2018-blues-music-award-nominees-announced/ For more information and upcoming tour dates, visit Don Bryant’s Artist Page Read more | See the full list of nominees here
We will be at APAP in New York City this weekend! Please join us for our showcases: Friday, January 9, 2018 – City Winery 7pm Dori Freeman 8pm Dom Flemons 9pm Phoebe Hunt & The Gatherers 10pm Birds of Chicago Tickets/ Information: http://www.citywinery.com/newyork/tickets/birds-of-chicago-phoebe-hunt-the-gatherers-dori-freeman-dom-flemons-1-12.html Monday, January 12, 2018 – Joe’s Pub 7pm Lowland Hum 8pm Nellie McKay Read more
ALA.NI’s “You & I” Makes Bob Boilen’s Top 10 Records of the Year! See the full list at NPR Music For more info on Ala.ni and upcoming tour dates, visit her Artist Page Read more | See the full list at NPR Music
You can watch the new video for the title track of Birds of Chicago’s American Flowers EP ft. Rhiannon Giddens at No Depression! WATCH For more information on Birds of Chicago and upcoming tour dates, visit their ArtistPage Read more | Watch the video at No Depression
Eliane Elias’ critically acclaimed release Dance of Time (Concord) just won a Latin GRAMMY for Best Latin Jazz / Jazz Album. Recorded in Brazil, the release features Randy Brecker, Mike Mainieri, Mark Kibble, Amilton Godoy, Toquinho and João Bosco. The tune “Little Paradise” from the album now has over 2 million listens on Spotify and continues to grow. The Guardian raves “As Read more
Birds of Chicago will release their new digital E.P. American Flowers, November 17th on Signature Sounds. Proceeds from American Flowers will benefit Chicago’s South Side based Teen Living Programs– a non-profit that builds community, hope and opportunity for youth who are homeless and at risk. The title track will be pre-released on November 7th along with pre-orders. Look for their full-length Read more | Listen to 'American Flowers'
“The ease with which Freeman knits together sturdiness and sophistication is a revelation, and one that’s arrived right on time.” -NPR Letters Never Read comes out Friday October 20, 2017 Click here to stream Letters Never Read at NPR First Listen! For more info on Dori Freeman and upcoming tour dates, visit her Artist Page Read more | Stream 'Letters Never Read' at NPR First Listen
Josh Ritter’s new album Gathering is out today! “Josh Ritter remains at the top of his game two decades into a highlight-strewn career. He’d be forgiven for loosening his grip, but his hand has never felt surer.” – NPR “Midway between the country, gospel and soul camps, with thickly stacked harmonies that evoke the Dead’s Read more | Listen to 'Gathering'