MARCH 2026 NEWSLETTER

Hey all....so as many of you are still experiencing the six weeks of winter that Punxsutawney Phil promised a month ago today, there have been signs of thawing and of a somewhat early spring in some areas.  It's kind of odd that here in Wisconsin we have had far less snow than the northeast and lower midwest has experienced. But we have seen extreme cold and wind chills as low as -45 degrees.  And then a few weeks later, we hit 64 degrees......in February!  

This is all to say that spring, a universal symbol of rebirth and renewal, is upon us; and as part of that, things start heating up in the music business.  In particular, many bands and artists begin touring in March and April.  Festival season begins in spring and kicks into high gear around June.  

I also wanted to share something that a bandmate of mine from way back in the day just told me in a group text.  We were all discussing our current music projects, he said, "It never leaves us"....and this is such a true statement.  If you are a musician at any level, you are likely reading this and nodding your head in agreement.  We may take some time off when a project reaches the end of its life cycle, but we usually can't not start a new one--even if it's years down the road.  

As a publicist, I see these cycles happen a lot.  And they always give off satisfied, happy vibes.  So here's to spring, and new beginnings!.  Thanks for listening!--Mike @ MJM

New clients and projects
Susie McCollum (tour press): Susie McCollum is a singer-songwriter who proudly walks a soulful, indie-folk line. One listen to ny of her songs and you’ll hear the confessional power of Joni Mitchell, the lyrical prowess of anis Ian, and the coy, jazzy-toned spirit of Norah Jones.  New York City born and Chicago-based, McCollum has quickly become an artist to watch for her 
authentic, genre-bending sound. With a well-received debut EP, 2024’s Tempt My Fate, under her belt, and her most complex single, “Abigail,” previewing a sophomore project, McCollum is 
steadily taking her spot on center stage. 
Website: www.susiemccollum.com

Andrea von Kampen (tour press): Andrea von Kampen is a Nebraska-based singer-songwriter whose music blends intimate storytelling, poetic lyricism, and warm acoustic arrangements. With over 60 million Spotify streams, releases on Fantasy Records, and performances at major festivals including Newport Folk Festival, she has built a devoted global following. Known for live shows rich with storytelling, humor, and heartfelt connection, Andrea von Kampen delivers a concert experience that feels both deeply personal and joyfully engaging.
Website: www.andreavonkampen.com
Tour dates: www.andreavonkampen.com/tour-dates

Recent releases
Stew Cutler and Friends--Undercover (Mostly)
Website: www.stewcutler.com
Tour dates: www.stewcutler.com/calendar

The Wildwoods--"Echoes of Evergreen"
Website: www.thewildwoodsband.com
Tour dates: www.thewildwoodsband.com/shows

Badfish: "Bad Things" 
Website: www.badfish.com
Tour dates: www.badfish.com/tour

Cowboy Junkies: More Acoustic Junk (Cooking Vinyl)
Website: www.cowboyjunkies.com
Cooking Vinyl website: www.cookingvinyl.com
Tour dates: www.cowboyjunkies.com/tour

David Wilcox: The Way I Tell the Story
Website: www.davidwilcox.com
Tour dates: www.davidwilcox.com/shows 

Companies we currently partner with:
Rounder/Concord Records—We are currently working tour press for Concord Records and Rounder Records --  including some of Rounder's rising stars such as Anna Graves, Ken Pomeroy, John R. Miller, Katie Pruitt, Judy Blank, Bella White, Ruston Kelly, and Sierra Ferrell.  On the Concord side, we are working with Boney James, esperanza spalding, Hiromi, Butcher Brown, Lindsey Stirling, and John Vincent III.  There are always recent releases that these artists are supporting, so we have hyperlinked their respective online media kits.  

All Eyes Media--We have partnered with Nashville based PR company All Eyes Media to work tour press for some of their excellent roster, including Cosmic Country artist Daniel Donato and American roots band Clay Street Unit.
www.alleyesmedia.com

Also on tour

Josh Joplin Group
www.joshjoplingroup.com/shows

American Patchwork Quartet
www.americanpatchworkquartet.com/tour

Will Kimbrough
www.willkimbrough.com/shows

gutter sinatra
www.guttersinatra.com/#tour-dates

Church of Cash
www.churchofcashmusic.com/shows

Chris Knight
www.chrisknight.net/tour

Red Wanting Blue
www.redwantingblue.com/tour

Pure Prairie League
www.pureprairieleague.com/tour-dates

Brian Lisik
www.brianlisik.com/shows
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