JXN Music: Live Music in Jackson, Miss.

03/17/2016

"Only a few weeks after Big Freedia resolved her battle with Hattiesburg over a wrongly cancelled performance, which is now back on, the New Orleans hip-hop artist has become embroiled in a battle of a different kind."

Only a few weeks after Big Freedia resolved her battle with Hattiesburg over a wrongly cancelled performance, which is now back on, the New Orleans hip-hop artist has become embroiled in a battle of a different kind.

03/14/2016

After 18 years in the international alternative music scene, Motion City Soundtrack has announced that the band will enter an indefinite hiatus following its upcoming 29-date United States tour.

03/02/2016

Pop artist, TV persona, producer and entrepreneur CeeLo Green has no shortage of accolades behind him. The Atlanta native has garnered a new gaggle of fans at every stage in his career, from his time in hip-hop act Goodie Mob and soul duo Gnarls Barkley to his solo career and appearances on NBC sing…

07/29/2015

Want to know what singer Keyone Starr has been up to since hitting the international spotlight with Mark Ronson's "Uptown Special"? Read our interview with her to find out!

When producer Mark Ronson released his hit song "Uptown Funk" last year, the mention of Jackson threw some listeners. An explanation came in the form of a powerhouse performance from local soul singer Keyone Starr on Ronson's song "I Can't Lose."

07/14/2015

Mississippi mourns the lost of one of its greatest talents, Patrice Moncell.

Mississippi music legend Patrice Moncell, 52, died the morning of Monday, July 13, following her hospitalization in Georgia three days earlier.

07/10/2015

Notice a shortage on new releases Tuesday? Here's why.

Around the world, new albums will now be released on Fridays. While the change is meant to help keep music from leaking early online, it could create some new headaches for music sellers.

07/06/2015

Missed the Jason Isbell and Holly Williams concert Friday night? Here are a few photos.

Jason Isbell and Holly Williams performed an outdoor concert at the community of Livingston (between Madison and Flora). The concert was presented by Ardenland and a Fourth of July fireworks display followed the music.

07/03/2015

Who's going to see Jason Isbell tonight? You should.

Singer-songwriter Jason Isbell has had a busy couple of years since he last played in Jackson in 2013.

06/19/2015

Check out our story on Scott Albert Johnson and the release of his sophomore album, "Going Somewhere."

Writing, recording and distributing an album is never an expedient process. For Jackson vocalist, songwriter and harmonica player Scott Albert Johnson's latest record, "Going Somewhere," that was especially true.

05/26/2015

Having trouble understanding the world of music streaming? JFP gives you the rundown on the Spotify-TIDAL bout.

When it comes to music-streaming services, I'm usually late to the party, and not fashionably so.

05/14/2015

Jackson metal band Naught performs 8 p.m. Friday, May 15, at Big Sleepy's (208 W. Capitol St.). Admission is $5. Visit naughtms.bandcamp.com.

Whether it's the inherent volume, distortion or darker tones, heavy-metal music isn't for everyone. The members of Jackson's Naught have seen those elements turn listeners away in their former projects and have learned from those moments.

05/06/2015

Check out our story about Mississippi ex-pat Shelly Fairchild, who performs 9 p.m. Friday, May 8, at Duling Hall. For tickets, visit ardenland.net, and for more information, visit shellyfairchild.com.

No doubt about it: Singer Shelly Fairchild is grounded in Nashville.