They say the most magical place on earth is located in central Florida, but if you’re heading to the seventh-annual Mile-0-Fest in Key West, buckle up for an unforgettable experience! Before you embark on this musical journey, here are five key insights to ensure you make the most of your island time: 1. Flexibility is Key Prepare for spontaneity! Plans may shift and popular shows might fill up faster than you expect, but there’s no reason to panic. The island is loaded with talent, promising an exceptional experience even if your schedule takes an unexpected turn. Embrace the unpredictability ..read more

They say the most magical place on earth is located in central Florida, but if you’re heading to the seventh-annual Mile-0-Fest in Key West, buckle up for an unforgettable experience! Before you embark on this musical journey, here are five key insights to ensure you make the most of your island time: 1. Flexibility is Key Prepare for spontaneity! Plans may shift and popular shows might fill up faster than you expect, but there’s no reason to panic. The island is loaded with talent, promising an exceptional experience even if your schedule takes an unexpected turn. Embrace the unpredictability ..read more

It seems like only yesterday that Mile 0 Fest arrived on the red dirt and Americana scene with a lineup announcement for their very first festival seven years ago. Taking place along the southernmost point of the continental United States in Key West, Florida, this event continues to evolve and grow each and every year. The very first lineup was far too impressive for many to ignore and this festival continues putting fans first while creating a unique experience that is unmatched anywhere else in the country. The folks at Oh Wook! Productions and those working alongside their organization, in ..read more

Night in the Country Music Festivals returns to Tryon Resort in Mill Spring, North Carolina for Night in the Country Carolinas tomorrow (8/25) for three huge nights of music. This experience brings some of today’s hottest artists to the Carolina foothills for music and a wide range of unique events and attractions including the Craft Beer Experience, Grapeland, the Beer Relay, Maze Bar, the Tournament of Champions, and more. The festival also features an outdoor nightlife experience after the concerts with even more local talent like Dirty ..read more

Hard to believe that it was six years ago when Mile 0 Fest arrived on the red dirt and Americana scene down in Key West, Florida. A logistical hurdle just to secure artists and patrons at the southernmost point of America, the very first lineup was far too impressive for many to ignore and this event continues to evolve and grow each and every year. The folks at Oh Wook! Productions and those working alongside their organization, including the city of Key West, have created arguably the best festival in the country, regardless of genre. Maintaining their traditional January dates for this sixt ..read more

Sam Foster returns with an appropriately named new album, ‘Heatwaves’ just in time for the summer sun. However, this album isn’t shallow party songs, but instead is packed with depth and subsistence from start to finish. Highlighted by the title track, ‘Heatwaves‘, Foster touches on a variety of subjects including sobriety and social anxiety, while sharing his latest collection of songs. Included is a murder mystery, ‘Get It Tonight‘, and other local tales all before the final track ‘Loud and Clear‘ brings it home with a unique sound and message of the need for more empathy in today’s world. H ..read more

Splitting time between Arizona and Texas, Drew Cooper has found an audience among those who enjoy story-telling and honesty from their singer-songwriters. Considered by many to be under the broad Americana umbrella, the truth is there’s a fine mix and influence of different genres – country, rock, red dirt, and more, throughout Part 1 of “This Life” (released April 15). Ultimately, it’s an artist sharing their personal thoughts and feelings just as they envisioned without making any sacrifice to fit a profile or match a label. With an entertaining cover of John Prine’s ‘Angel From Montgomery ..read more

Time is a funny thing. Less than a week removed from the fifth installment of Mile 0 Fest in Key West, Florida, it feels so far away. On the other hand, it’s also hard to believe this once dream concept has now grown into the behemoth it is today. A boutique red dirt and Americana festival at the southernmost point of the United States is a far-fetched idea on the surface, but Kyle Carter, his staff, volunteers, and locals have turned this event into one of the most impressive music festivals in the land – across all genres. Returning to its usual late January dates after moving to April last ..read more

The annual pilgrimage of American Aquarium fans returns this weekend, February 3-5. Fans of North Carolina based American Aquarium have become familiar with the annual journey to the state’s capital (Raleigh, NC) and Lincoln Theatre, orchestrated by front man B.J. Barham. Over the years, inviting talented artists from other parts of the country and those right here in our own backyard, Barham consistently pieces together a solid lineup for the ‘Roadtrip to Raleigh’, now on its seventh rendition after missing last year due to the coronavirus pandemic. Initially gaining notoriety around the Caro ..read more

Mile 0 Fest 2022 kicks off next week… Mile 0 Fest returns for its fifth installment, January 25 – January 29, in Key West, Florida. One of the absolute best festivals available to fans of red dirt and Americana music, Mile 0 Fest has rocketed its way into the top echelon of events with stellar lineups, unique experiences, and an amazing setting, all thanks to a relentless work ethic of those behind the scenes. This year’s edition boasts another amazing lineup with over 60 artists performing 100-plus shows in just over four days and there’s no indication things will be slowing do ..read more