Daily Archives: January 11, 2026

“Skipping barefoot between the constellations.” Yesterday, the world learned that we lost a musical genius and icon. Bob Weir, the founding member of the Grateful Dead, passed away at the age of 78. The singer-songwriter’s official social media page confirmed the heartbreaking news: “It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Bobby Weir. He transitioned peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, after courageously beating cancer as only Bobby could. Unfortunately, he succumbed to underlying lung issues…   His […]

The post Billy Strings Pens Heartfelt Tribute To Bob Weir: “Heaven’s Choir Just Gained A Beautiful New Voice” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

The Empire State Building, the Las Vegas Sphere, and the Kia Forum all turned tie-dye to pay tribue to the late Bob Weir

The post Multiple US Landmarks Light in up Honor of Grateful Dead Legend’s Passing: RIP Bob Weir appeared first on Wide Open Country.

Crystal Gayle has reportedly pulled out of the “Your Roots Are Showing” event that is set to take place in Dublin, Ireland

The post Country Music Icon, 75, Forced to Pull Out of Show Due to Injury appeared first on Wide Open Country.

In a tribute post after Bob Weir’s death, Wynonna Judd says she was so close to the late Grateful Dead star, she considered him family. Continue reading…

Yeison Jimenez, a Colombian music star, has died in a plane crash having recently discussed that he dreamt of his death

The post Music Star Dies in Plane Crash, Months After Discussing His Death in a Dream appeared first on Wide Open Country.

Music Reviews: Fabulous Thunderbirds, plus Lester Young and Anthologies of Rockabilly and Appalachian Music The Jimmie Vaughan Story, a limited-edition five-CD set released in 2021, includes performances from every stage of the Austin, Texas–based blues-rock guitarist and singer’s career. If you missed that compendium or want more, however, you can find it in The Jimmie […]

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All the winners at this year’s Globes are here. Continue reading…

When folks go to listen to Wanted: The Outlaws on streaming services, Tompall Glaser’s contributions won’t be there. As folks started noticing recently, Tompall’s tracks have been grayed out.

The post Tompall Glaser Removed from Landmark “Wanted: The Outlaws” Album first appeared on Saving Country Music.

Clarkson says she and her two children, 9-year-old Remington and 11-year-old River, have been sharing some special moments together as they process the death of her ex-husband and children’s father Brandon Blackstock. Continue reading…