Al Green News

Birdland Jazz Club will present the New York concert debut of actress and vocalist Maddie Baillio – best known for her appearances in the Amazon film Cinderella and NBC’s “Hairspray Live!” – on Monday, November 21 at 7:00 PM.

Birdland Theater will present Nashville vocalist Wendy Moten – best known for her 2021 run on NBC’s “The Voice” – in an exclusive six-show concert engagement from Friday, November 18 to Sunday, November 20 with performances at 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM each night.

BIRDLAND THEATER will present vocalist Christian Holder in his new show “Dreams and Inspiration” – featuring a special appearance by Donna McKechnie – on Monday, November 7 at 8:30 PM.

Ahead of the release of his second solo album - EWAN MACFARLANE - is pleased to present its title-track: “Milk.' Lifted from what will be his second full-length release in under a year, the album finds the former Apollo 440 and Grim Northern Social frontman extending his confident new solo direction with swaggering cuts such as this.

Millennium Stage will offer free live community performances, streamed live, plus online programs and film screenings, Wednesday–Saturday each week throughout their campus.

The Town Hall has announced details on a series of concerts spotlighting four esteemed women composers who have shaped American culture over the decades: the “Mother of Contemporary Gospel music,” Dr. Elbernita “Twinkie” Clark; legendary singer-songwriter Judy Collins; acclaimed opera composer Laura Kaminsky; and trailblazing composer/singer Meredith Monk.

BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) will honor the multiple award-winning songwriter/rapper/producer and actor Busta Rhymes with the BMI Icon Award at its 2022 R&B/Hip-Hop Awards. The private event, held at the LIV Nightclub Miami Beach, will be hosted by BMI President & CEO Mike O’Neill and BMI Vice President, Creative (Atlanta) Catherine Brewton.

Scottish soul artist Joesef releases new single “East End Coast”, about the unconditional love he feels from his hometown of Glasgow, and the universal feeling of seeking safety in familiar places and people. Moving to London last year, the only place that felt like home was the studio with Ivor Novello Award Winning producer Barney Lister.

The season includes the full subscription series: Jeffrey Siegel's Keyboard Conversations with a total of four concerts; and a varied roster of artists including the return of the Paul Taylor Dance Company and The BRIT PACK. Single tickets for all shows are on sale now.

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts is presenting Summer for the City. The three-month initiative takes a new approach to LCPA’s summer season that activates the entire campus under one banner.

Las Vegas headliner, singer-songwriter Michael Grimm, winner of Season 5 of NBC’s America’s Got Talent, continues his monthly residency, Givin’ It To ‘Em. The show, with pianist Bill Zappia, will be performed at the Stirling Club Jul. 2 and Aug. 6.

Sandy Daley's “Whose Vagina Is It, Really?”: A satirical comedy' will be staged at the 2022 Toronto Fringe Festival, July 6–17, at the Al Green Theatre, Miles Nadal Jewish Community Centre. The play, based on her book published in 2010, is about a single woman's struggle to find her Mr. Right, while truly discovering herself. 

Toronto Fringe has revealed the full program and schedule for the 34th Annual Toronto Fringe Festival July 6 - 17, 2022.

Dave Stewart and Amy Lee of Evanescence have teamed up to record a reimagined version of The Everly Brothers classic song, “Love Hurts.” Watch the official music video for the song ahead of its release.

Award-winning comedian, musician, writer, filmmaker and viral internet sensation, Anesti Danelis brings his highly anticipated third solo musical comedy show This Show Will Change Your Life to the 2022 Toronto Fringe Festival  taking place from July 6th – 17th, 2022 at the Al Green Theatre (750 Spadina Ave). 

Reviewer Peter Nason counts down the greatest 101 YACHT ROCK HITS for your summertime listening pleasure.

MPAC presents a wide range of ticketed and free events in July, featuring a great lineup of summer concerts including Lyle Lovett and Chris Isaak, as well as the return of MPAC's free Arts in the Community events.

On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the publication of James Joyce's Ulysses, Goldenhair-an eclectic musical celebration-comes to Feinstein's at the Nikko for one night only, featuring talent from the stages of Ireland, the West End, Nashville, and the Bay Area.

Toronto Fringe has announced the 34th Annual Toronto Fringe Festival will once again be live in-person, in 11 indoor venues across the city July 6 - 17, 2022, including the dearly missed KidsFest, plus two POSTSCRIPT hubs. The full schedule and box office details for Toronto Fringe will be revealed June 22, 2022.

Powerhouse vocal duo The War And Treaty have signed their first major record deal with Universal Music Group Nashville. The husband-and-wife team of Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter are recording now with new music expected later this year. The news follows The War and Treaty’s recent Americana Honors nomination for “Duo/Group of the Year.'