Apple iPhone Event Invites Have Gone Out, and I Want a Foldable iPhone
There are a few things that are inevitable every year, and one of those is that Apple is going to host a big, flashy event in September to show off its new iPhone. And now, Apple has announced a September 9 event that'll do just that.
Fans Mourn Tim Curry After Legendary Actor Dies at 80 Years Old
Prolific British actor Tim Curry has died aged 80, leaving behind a storied legacy that includes iconic roles in productions like The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Muppet Treasure Island, Home Alone 2, and many more.
The Division 2: Echoes of Central Park Announced
Massive Entertainment, developers of Tom Clancy's The Division 2, announced a new DLC for the long-running online action-RPG/third-person shooter at a community panel at Gamescom. The new expansion is called Echoes of Central Park, and a full reveal will happen on September 24.
The latest installment in the monthly A Beginner's Guide to the Grateful Dead Live series has just posted. The goal of the series, which launched back in February on Dead.net, is for notable fans of the band to “offer five live takes that they would recommend for new fans and the reasons why. Journey along through many different eras, many years, and soon you'll find you've found the moments that make you dance, make you cry, make you smile, smile, smile."
This month’s trusted Deadhead is Michael Chernus, who is the seventh individual to participate. He offers this reflection on the matter at hand: “When I first got into listening to the Dead, especially once I started collecting tapes, I was pretty overwhelmed. The sheer volume of music available was intimidating. And the scene felt like a secret society, so many inside jokes and references. I wanted to alleviate that stress for any beginners who are just discovering this music. There is no right way to be a Deadhead. There is no barrier to entry, there is truly something for everyone here.”
Chernus is an acclaimed stage actor, with an Obie award to his credit. He also has appeared in such film and television shows as Severance, Orange Is The New Black, Dead Ringers, Spiderman: Homecoming, Patriot, Manhattan and most recently and Devil In Disguise: John Wayne Gacy in which he portrayed Gacy.
Tedeschi Trucks Band’s Future Soul Tour has been in the Midwest as of late with Alabama Shakes. On Saturday night in Noblesville, IN, the TTB kicked off the first of four nights with the group. Then on Sunday the two bands were at the Hollywood Casino Amphitheater in Maryland Heights, MO. Last evening they made their way to Acrisure Amphitheater in Grand Rapids, MI.
Tuesday’s show included a pair of collaborative tunes. Towards the end of the TTB set, Brittany Howard appeared along with Alabama Shakes background vocalists Karita Law and Shanay Johnson for two Sly Stone songs. The 15 musicians kicked into “You Can Make It If You Try” from Sly and the Family Stone’s 1969 album Stand! This then led into “Everyday People” from the same record.
TTB’s performance began with the group’s original “Hear My Dear,” which the group had last played at the Beacon Theatre on 3/18/26. The band’s “Playing With My Emotions” came next and also made its tour debut. Other highlights included takes on Chuck Willis’ “I Feel So Bad,” and the Allman Brothers Band’s “Stand Back,” a version of “Midnight in Harlem” that featured a Kebbi Williams sax solo rather than a Derek Trucks’ guitar solo and a closing pairing of band original “I Want More” which segued into Santana’s “Soul Sacrifice”
Tonight TTB and Alabama Shakes will close out their four-show run at Riverbend Music Center in Cincinnati, OH.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSUaDA4R9jU
Tedeschi Trucks Band August 25, 2026 Acrisure Amphitheater Grand Rapids, MI
Set: Hear My Dear, Playing With My Emotions, Got My Mojo Workin’, I Got You, I Feel So Bad, Keep On Growing, Take Me As I Am, You Can Make It If You Try[1][2] > Everyday People[1][2], Made Up Mind, Midnight in Harlem[3], Stand Back, I Want More > Soul Sacrifice
Footnotes: [1] w/ Brittany Howard on vocals [2] w/ Shanay Johnson & Karita Law on backing vocals [3] no Swamp Raga intro; Kebbi took a sax solo in place of Derek’s guitar solo
Back in 1983, Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton shared vocals on “Islands in the Stream.” The single, which appeared on Rogers' Eyes That See in the Dark album, reached number one the Billboard Hot 100, as well as the Country and Adult Contemporary charts. The tune also attained platinum status with over two million sales.
“Islands in the Stream” became a signature song for both Parton and Rogers, who would continue to perform it together and apart over the years. Neither artist actually wrote the song, though, which was penned by the Bee Gees but not recorded until Rogers and Parton did so.
As we reflect on Parton’s passing yesterday (Rogers died in 2020), here’s a look at Parton and Rogers’ performance of the song at the CMA Awards at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville on October 10, 1983. It’s followed by My Morning Jacket’s version of the song with Neko Case from Stage AE in Pittsburgh, on August 10, 2011.
Suwannee Amp Jam 3 has confirmed its lineup. The event is returning to the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park on February 25–27, 2027.
Joe Russo’s Almost Dead will performed two sets, as will Lettuce. Oteil Bubridge is on board as Artist at Large, guesting with other performers throughout the weekend. Also confirmed to appear are: Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country, Soulive. Dumpstaphunk, North Mississippi All-Stars, George Porter Jr. & Runnin’ Pardners, Ghost-Note and Common Saints featuring Duane Trucks, Kevin Scott, Roosevelt Collier, Rick Lollar and Matt Slocum.
The three-day festival will conclude with a performance by the all-star Daze Between Band. This collective will draw together Eric Krasno, members of Dumpstaphunk, Burbridge and many others.
In a 1972 interview, Jerry Garcia shared his enthusiasm for Dolly Parton. He identified Parton to Ed McClanahan as “my favorite girl singer.” Then he found Parton’s 1970 album The Fairest of Them All and played both sides of the record for journalist, sharing particular enthusiasm for the opening track, “Daddy Come and Get Me.”
The Grateful Dead started performing Parton’s “Tomorrow Is Forever,” in ’72. The band debuted the song at The Palace Theater in Waterbury, CT on 9/24/72 midway through the second set with Garcia and Donna Jean Godchaux sharing vocal duties. The Dead played the tuned eight additional times, through 10/19/74, at Winterland Arena.
Following the release of their joint project, 'Blues Now', blues trio GA-20 and blues legend Charlie Musselwhite stopped by Relix for a stripped-down (yet electric) session featuring songs from the record.
Country singer, actress and entrepreneur Dolly Parton has died. She was 80.
An official announcement from Parton’s team memorized her with the following statement: “Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer,songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old. Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942–2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923–2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921–2000). A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact. At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging @DollyParton or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com. In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com.”
Parton’s nephew and head of security Bryan Seaver confirmed the news in a video statement which explained:
Grateful Dead archivist David Lemieux has occupied his current role for over a quarter century. Prior to his professional association with the group, Lemieux was a Deadhead, taping and trading shows as well as kibbitzing with fellow fans about the music.
Denver, CO’s Levitt Pavilion will close out their free 2026 concert series with a special Colorado Free Jam ft. Grahame Lesh & Friends on Saturday, October 3. Free RSVPs and premium upgrade tickets are now available at levittdenver.org. In addition to Lesh, this version of the ensemble will boast Justin Mazer, Damian Calcagne, Ross James, Nathan Graham, Scott Padden and Elliott Peck.
As always, Lesh and his collaborators will not only celebrate family patriarch Phil Lesh by performing a mix of signature Grateful Dead numbers, but also likely revive unfinished Dead compositions, work out alternate versions of material from Grahame's Midnight North project, flesh tunes written by Grahame’s brother Brian and mix in unexpected covers.
Up next, Grahame will appear at Philadelphia’s TD Pavilion at Highmark Mann on Friday, August 28 as part of the Jerry Garcia Symphonic Celebration with the Philly Pops. Melvin Seals, Tom Hamilton, John Morgan Kimock and Kanika Moore are also part of the festivities.
Nicole Atkins will make her Grand Ole Opry debut on Saturday, September 12. The New Jersey-bred, Nashville-based musician will appear on the program as part of its extended 100th anniversary celebration, on a bill that also includes Gary Mule Deer, Caleb Caudle and Riley Downing. The show is slated to start at 7pm.
Atkins will release her first full-length effort in six years, Drama, on September 18 via Sun Records and Wicked Game. She also recently dropped a new video for one of the record’s tracks, “Trippin’ on Teardrops,” her third advance single from the forthcoming LP. The number was co-written with Peter Bjorn and John’s Peter Morén and Wilco’s Pat Sansone. The latter musician also produced the new set.
Atkins will kick off an extended tour at Columbus, OH’s Rumba Cafe on October 9.