Relix

Relix magazine started in 1974 as a small, handmade newsletter aimed at bringing together fans who recorded Grateful Dead concerts. It quickly grew into a full-fledged music magazine that features a diverse range of artists. Today, it holds the title of the second-longest running music magazine in the U.S., following Rolling Stone. The magazine is released eight times each year.

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Marcus King Strikes Up the Band for "Honky Tonk Hell"

5 days ago | relix.com | Rob Moderelli

The Marcus King Band is back together and better than ever on the new single "Honky Tonk Hell." Released today through Rick Rubin's American Records imprint, the blues-rock outfit's latest roaring barn burner is their first recording since their 2018 album Carolina Confessions and arrives as the first sample of a yet-unannounced revival album.
Viva El Gonzo Begins with Goose Guest Spots, Special Covers and Live Debuts, Plus Eggy, Dawes, Andy Frasco and More

5 days ago | relix.com | Rob Moderelli

Last summer, Goose tempted their fans with a cryptic announcement: "Buy the ticket, take the ride." This weekend, after months of mounting anticipation, a flock of fans and peers alike have taken them up on the offer by coasting down to San José del Cabo, Mexico for Viva El Gonzo, the indie groove stars' inaugural destination event. Through Saturday, May 10, the quartet will host a total of 34 performances with 13 other eclectic acts.
Joe Russo's Almost Dead Announce August Shows in New York and Vermont

6 days ago | relix.com | Rob Moderelli

Riding the momentum of their long-awaited spring tour outset, which brought an outstanding three-night engagement at Las Vegas' Brooklyn Bowl with guest spots from Oteil Burbridge and Branford Marsalis in April and two nights at two nights at New Orleans' The Fillmore last week, Joe Russo's Almost Dead have extended their live itinerary again. On Monday, the premier Grateful Dead cover ensemble unveiled three new summer shows.
Zach Bryan Purchases Historic Lowell, Mass. Church to Host Jack Kerouac Center

6 days ago | relix.com | Rob Moderelli

Rob Moderelli on May 8, 2025Photo Credit: Trevor Pavlik In his rapid ascent from a viral YouTube creator to a stadium-grade sensation, Zach Bryan has proved himself as a powerful writer and performer, a country trailblazer and a man of the people with serious co-signs. He's also, apparently, a fan of the beats, as demonstrated today by his purchase of Lowell, Mass.'s former Saint Jean Baptiste Church for the site of the upcoming Jack Kerouac Center.
Nectar's to Temporarily Close While Facing "Immense Challenges"

6 days ago | relix.com | Rob Moderelli

Rob Moderelli on May 8, 2025Nectar's, the 50-year staple of Burlington, Vt.'s live music landscape and legendary proving ground for the jam scene, has announced a temporary closure.
The Who Announce "The Song Is Over" Final North American Tour

6 days ago | relix.com | Rob Moderelli

Photo Credit: William Synder In their six decades of superstardom, The Who have earned recognition as one of rock's most innovative and foundational acts and weathered many potential ends. They've been plotting final tours since 1982, but they've always returned with renewed focus and arena-packing power. After their newly announced "The Song Is Over" North American Farewell Tour, though, there will be no encore.
Bill Kreutzmann Unveils First Mahalo Dead Livestream with Clip of "Just a Little Light"

1 week ago | relix.com | Rob Moderelli

Today, May 7, marks Bill Kreutzmann's 79th birthday. In his many laps around the sun and years on stage, the legendary Grateful Dead drummer pioneered new frontiers for percussion that laid the foundation for the Dead's unprecedented sonic innovations, influenced countless performers and earned his station as one of the most esteemed performers to ever sit behind the kit.
Ty Segall Announces 'L.A. RECOVERS' Benefit Compilation Featuring Unreleased Covers from No Age, White Fence, Redd Kross, Mikal Cronin and More

1 week ago | relix.com | Rob Moderelli

Rob Moderelli on May 7, 2025Photo courtesy L.A. RECOVERS contributors. While Los Angeles continues to rebuild from the wildfires that scorched the city earlier this year, longtime Angeleno Ty Segall has announced L.A. RECOVERS, a new benefit compilation with contributions from his tight-knit circle of peers and collaborators.
National Independent Venue Association Responds to Proposed Elimination of the National Endowment for the Arts

1 week ago | relix.com | Rob Moderelli

As the threatened elimination of the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) looms over cultural institutions across the country, the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) has issued a response from Executive Director Stephen Parker to the first wave of funding slashes On Friday, May 2, just hours after President Trump issued his " skinny budget" for fiscal year 2026 that "gut[ted] a weaponized deep state" with cuts to programs for health, education, housing, climate protections and...
Big Thief Announce "Somersault Slide 360 Tour," First Dates Since 2023

1 week ago | relix.com | Rob Moderelli

Rob Moderelli on May 7, 2025Photo credit: Mikey Buishas Big Thief have shared their plans to hit the road again with the "Somersault Slide 360 Tour," crossing the country with their first batch of 2025 tour dates this fall. From Sept. 17 to Nov. 7, the shapeshifting alt-folk trio will wind through 20 dates, marking their first live series since 2023.