MyStage Daily Music Brief

Wednesday, April 8, 2026
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John DeMain takes us behind-the-scenes of symphony, opera, and Broadwa...

Maestro John DeMain shares stories from his memoir "Working with My Heroes, A Life in Music" with Madison BookBeat guest host Ava Borelli on WORT 89.9FM.

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4 WI Local Milwaukee Record
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Here’s the 2026 Washington Park Wednesdays lineup

The 2026 lineup for Washington Park Wednesdays has been announced, featuring performances at the Washington Park Bandshell. The exact dates and artists have not been specified.

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Swimming With Weights On by Old Tom & the Lookouts

Old Tom & the Lookouts release new single "Swimming With Weights On" on r/folk, a folk music community, according to the title and content provided.

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Bringing Music of the Dead and Forgotten to Life

A new album, Yiddish Glory: The Silenced Songs, has been created through research by Anna Shternshis, featuring previously unheard music. The album is part of a larger project to bring forgotten music to life. The album's creation was facilitated by a recent interview between Hejira radio show host Jeff Spitzer-Resnick and Shternshis.

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No Depression’s Best of March 2026 Playlist

No Depression has released its Best of March 2026 Playlist, featuring 40 new roots music albums, including a solo-acoustic version of Cat Clyde's new song "Night Eyes".

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9 Music Press No Depression
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THROUGH THE LENS: Three Phenomenal Roots Music Gatherings in Texas — SXSW, Luck Reunion, and Todd Snider Rules!

Three Texas gatherings crucial to roots music took place in mid-March 2026: South by Southwest, Willie Nelson's Luck Reunion, and a tribute to Todd Snider, "Todd Snider Rules!", held on Nelson's ranch in Spicewood, Texas.

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10 Music Press American Songwriter
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Elton John Once Claimed That This Kate Bush Song Saved His Life in 1990

Elton John has stated that Kate Bush's 1990 song "Cloudbusting" saved his life during a difficult time. The song's emotional impact helped him cope with personal struggles.

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11 Music Press American Songwriter
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Stevie Nicks “Is the Only Person Who Could Sing a Tom Petty Song and Do It Justice”—and This Performance of Petty’s Signature Tune Is Proof

Stevie Nicks has performed a tribute to Tom Petty's signature song "Free Fallin'" in a recent emotional rendition. The performance is seen as a testament to Nicks' ability to do justice to Petty's music.

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3 of the Most Dramatic Rock Songs Ever Recorded

Three rock songs have been identified as among the most dramatic ever recorded, characterized by their heavy emphasis on emotion and ability to draw listeners in.

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Lineman Cheating Scandal Sends Kenny Chesney “Out Last Night” Viral

Kenny Chesney's song "Out Last Night" has gone viral after a cheating scandal involving a lineman. The incident led to Chesney reacting on stage to the song's release.

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36 Years Ago, Bonnie Raitt Was at No. 1 With the Grammy-Winning Album That Breathed New Life Into Her Career

Bonnie Raitt's 1989 album "Nick of Time" reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart 36 years ago, marking a career resurgence. The album won a Grammy Award.

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Any organ fans here? I launched a new video series: Madtown Organ Sessions

Local Madison resident launches new video series, "Madtown Organ Sessions," featuring creative musicians playing the organ in short, 20-minute sets. The series, which will be released every 2-3 months, will showcase the Madison area's best musicians.

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[ORIGINAL] Gold Coyote - Supercritical

Gold Coyote's new single "Supercritical" has been well-received by fans, with one user describing it as "so good" after their friend's band has been working on songs for a while.

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[FRESH VIDEO] Prince Daddy & The Hyena - SHITSHOW or Boulevard of Soaking Dreams

Prince Daddy & The Hyena has released a new video for their song "Boulevard of Soaking Dreams." The video is part of their latest project, "SHITSHOW." The song and video are available on the r/indieheads platform.

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The Format Announce Tour Dates with The Get Up Kids

The Format has announced tour dates with The Get Up Kids. The tour is set to take place in the United States. Dates and locations will be revealed at a later time.

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