The self-described long and winding musical journey of two high-energy Houston brothers, Taylor and Blake Powell, bring them back to New Mexico this week, a place where both say … more

Max Gomez grew up in Taos and has stayed connected to his roots even while he's reaching for the stars. A singer-songwriter in the Americana style, Gomez has recorded two CDs and has played and toured … more

Jerry Joseph has headed up a few bands over his 30-year career. These include Little Women and Stockholm Syndrome (with guitarist and good friend Eric McFadden) as well his current band, Jerry Joseph … more

"How do you say 'Acoustic Southwestern Americana Musical Guitar Genius' in just two words? Michael Hearne, that's how," said his biography in answering its own question. Honestly, … more

His first paid gig was at the Riverside Lounge in Benson, Arizona where he played guitar with a fiddle band. And, he was 25 when he wrote a song he finally felt comfortable playing out in public. … more

The ride may take you through some disheartening sights. Traveling east from Taos to Cimarrón, New Mexico along U.S. 64 you'll probably see some of the devastation from the … more

In keeping with tradition, Michael Hearne has announced yet another stellar artist lineup for his 16th annual Big Barn Dance Music Festival at Kit Carson Park in Taos. more

For more than 40 years, Michael Martin Murphey has been an indelible figure on the American West cultural landscape.His music career began as an "outlaw" singer-songwriter in the … more

Songwriting festivals are a chance for musicians to emphasize the storytelling aspects of music as well as the notes played behind the words. The quaint mountain town of Red River with its friendly pubs and alpine vistas is hosting The Red River Songwriters Festival today through Saturday (Jan. 25-27). more

Muddy and rocky as the Guadalupe River, the Midnight River Choir will once again bring its stream of music to Red River. more