Music

Vail – October 16, 2026 -- Vail Mountain is opening its winter with ILLENIUM at the new Dobson Arena on December 11, part of a 2026/27 music lineup that includes seven on-mountain performances, three more than last season, and two brand-new venues.

ILLENIUM and Ian Asher headline Dobson Arena

GRAMMY®-nominated, multi-platinum artist ILLENIUM kicks off the season with a marquee show on December 11. Surprise performances are possible throughout the weekend, and Vail says artist announcements will appear at @VailMtn.

On January 16, Southern California DJ and producer Ian Asher takes over the same stage. He is best known for viral electronic and house remixes, including the billion-stream "Makeba" remix, which earned Remix of the Year honors.

Calgary – October 13, 2026 -- The 2026 CPKC Holiday Train departs Montreal on Nov. 19 for a 32-day run with live music shows in 182 communities across Canada and the United States, and attendees are asked to bring a cash donation or non-perishable food item for local food banks.

Ten communities get their first Holiday Train visit

The route reaches farther south than ever before. Ten communities in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Missouri will host the train for the first time: Blue Springs (Missouri); Meridian and Jackson (Mississippi); Vicksburg, Monroe, Ruston, DeQuincy, Leesville and Zwolle (Louisiana); and Port Arthur (Texas).

In total, the 182 shows span six provinces and 13 U.S. states.

Twelve acts are on the lineup

Performers include American Authors, Magic!, Maris, Chase Rice, Madeline Edwards, Allen Stone, Jamie Fine, Shawnee Kish, Rafaëlle Roy, Tyler Shaw, Sam Roberts Band and Owen Riegling.

Miami – October 11, 2026 -- Fans can RSVP for a chance to see Myke Towers live at Ice Palace Film Studios on Thursday, October 15, while SiriusXM subscribers can hear the full show on Caliente (ch. 152) on Friday, October 30, at 6pm ET.

The Puerto Rican artist and Latin GRAMMY-nominated star headlines SiriusXM and Pandora's annual El Pulso event, billed as "SiriusXM y Pandora Presentan El Pulso con Myke Towers." The concert is open to SiriusXM subscribers and Pandora listeners.

Towers will play hits and his latest single, "Carita Feliz"

The set will pull fan favorites and standout tracks from his catalog, which blends reggaeton and Latin trap. It will also include a special performance of "Carita Feliz," his latest hit, which the announcement says continues to gain momentum with fans worldwide.

Towers said Miami has always shown him a lot of love, and that he is especially eager to perform "Carita Feliz" for the crowd.

New York – October 11, 2026 -- Talking Heads Radio, a pop-up SiriusXM channel devoted to the band's catalog, launches October 1 on channel 145 and runs in cars through October 22. On the SiriusXM app, it stays available through October 31.

All four band members share stories on air

The channel features music and exclusive true stories from David Byrne, Chris Frantz, Jerry Harrison and Tina Weymouth. Listeners get the band's favorite tracks and deep cuts, plus commentary from some of the band's influences and the latest on upcoming projects.

Guest DJ sets come from Adam Clayton, Nate Mendel, The Linda Lindas, Tunde Adebimpe, Trey Anastasio and others.

A rare four-member Q&A airs on launch day

All four members will appear together before a live audience at SiriusXM's New York City studios on Monday, September 28, at 7:00 pm ET. Este Haim, bass guitarist and vocalist of the band Haim, hosts the Front Row Q&A.

New York – October 11, 2026 -- Country star Ella Langley will play an intimate SiriusXM show at The Grizzly Rose in Denver on Tuesday, October 6, and listeners across North America can hear the full set on SiriusXM's The Highway on Friday, October 9 at 8:00 pm ET.

The Denver show is part of the Small Stage Series

Presented by REESE'S, the concert will feature Langley's hits, fan favorites and songs from her latest album, Dandelion. After the broadcast, the performance will be available anytime on the SiriusXM app.

SiriusXM's Scott Greenstein, President and Chief Content Officer, said the show gives fans a way to get closer to Langley at a high point in her career.

Fans can win tickets or a VIP trip

SiriusXM subscribers and fans can enter to win a pair of tickets. Those who do not live in the Denver area can enter for a VIP trip to the concert. REESE'S will run an on-site experience with giveaways, surprises and product sampling.

New York – October 11, 2026 -- Gracie Abrams will play an intimate SiriusXM exclusive at Irving Plaza in New York City on October 24, and subscribers can hear the full set on Hits 1 starting October 30.

The concert airs on Hits 1 three times

SiriusXM will broadcast the performance on Hits 1 (ch. 2) on October 30 at 9:00 pm ET, October 31 at 3:00 pm ET and November 1 at 7:00 pm ET. Select songs will also play on The Pulse, Unwell Music and The Coffee House. The full concert will be available anytime in the SiriusXM app.

Abrams plays songs from Daughter from Hell and her earlier hits

The GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter released her third studio album, Daughter from Hell, on July 17. Her set will draw on that record alongside fan favorites. The show comes ahead of her tour, which kicks off in December.

Nazareth, Pa. – October 06, 2026 -- C. F. Martin & Co. is adding two new instruments and a set of ukulele strings to its Martin O'ahu collection, a line inspired by the Hawaiian music craze of the 1920s and early '30s.

An all-koa guitar joins the lineup at $4,199.99

The Martin O'ahu HG-28K2 expands on the existing HG-28's sloped-shoulder design, pairing a solid koa top with solid flamed Hawaiian koa back and sides. The body shape sits between a smaller Dreadnought and a 000, with a short 24.9-inch scale meant for easier playability. The gloss finish highlights the wood's natural figuring, and Martin says the all-koa build delivers strong midrange projection and rich overtones.

Columbus, Ohio – October 06, 2026 -- The Palace Theatre will mark its 100th anniversary with a single-performance concert honoring Ray Charles, who played the venue throughout his career. CAPA announced that Palace 100: The Genius of Ray Charles takes place at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, at the Palace Theatre in downtown Columbus, with tickets starting at $62.50.

Country and jazz artists join a genre-spanning lineup

Country artist Jackson Dean and jazz trumpeter Etienne Charles, a Guggenheim Fellow known for blending jazz with Afro-Caribbean traditions, join a roster that includes Patti Austin, Aloe Blacc, Blessing Offor, Lisa Fischer, Monica Mancini and Columbus native Billy Valentine. The lineup spans R&B, jazz, gospel, country and contemporary music, reflecting the range of styles Charles explored over his career.

Las Vegas – October 02, 2026 -- Animazing Gallery at Grand Canal Shoppes inside The Venetian Resort will host "Beyond the Wall," a limited-run exhibition and sale of rare artwork tied to Pink Floyd's visual legacy, running October 16 through November 2.

The show features original work from artists tied directly to the band's history

The collection includes pieces by Ginger Gilmour, the former wife of guitarist David Gilmour, who will offer both original art and limited editions. Also featured is Gerald Scarfe, known for his collaboration on The Wall, and Storm Thorgerson, who designed album covers for The Dark Side of the Moon, Meddle, Atom Heart Mother, and Wish You Were Here.

Las Vegas – October 01, 2026 -- Neon City Festival revealed its expanded 2026 lineup for a free, all-ages, three-day celebration set for Nov. 20-22 in downtown Las Vegas.

Diplo, Big Boi and Three 6 Mafia headline newly announced acts

Diplo, Big Boi, Cobra Starship, Freddie Gibbs, Joyce Manor and Three 6 Mafia join previously confirmed performers Kaskade, Subtronics and The Fray for the third annual event.

Friday's bill features Diplo and Cobra Starship

The Nov. 20 lineup includes Diplo, Cobra Starship, Freddie Gibbs, The Paradox, Babyface Ray, Summerlin House Mafia and Split Persona.

Saturday brings Subtronics, The Fray and Three 6 Mafia

Nov. 21 performers include Subtronics, The Fray, Three 6 Mafia, Slick Rick, Parachute, LUCKY, The Far Worst, Hoity-Toity and Kings/Kings, alongside the Unity Events Neon Showcase featuring Marsik, VLITO, Carson Wysocki, Allergic, Rainbolt and Shawn.