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Long considered a “songwriter's songwriter,” JOHN PRINE is a rare talent who writes the songs other songwriters would sell their souls for. Evidence of this is the long list of songwriters who have recorded gems from his extensive catalog, including Johnny Cash, Bonnie Raitt, the Everly Brothers, John Denver, Kris Kristofferson, Carly Simon, Ben Harper, Joan Baez, and many others. With immeasurable accolades, including two Grammys and the distinction of being one of the few songwriters honored by the Library of Congress and US Poet Laureate, Prine is more than a musician…he is an American treasure.

Rickie Lee Jones will perform on July 20, 2015 at 8:00 PM at The Neptune in Seattle.

Bumbershoot is proud to announce the music lineup for the 45 th year of the festival. Taking place at Seattle Center over Labor Day Weekend (September 5-7), Bumbershoot 2015 will feature:

The performance will take place on Friday, June 19, at 8:00 p.m. at the Jim Rouse Theatre: 5460 Trumpeter Road, Columbia, MD 21044. For a complete 2015 Summer Festival Schedule, and to order tickets, please visit columbiafestival.org.

Featuring four stellar, classically trained vocalists that first seized the world at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, Vivace (pronounced Vi-va-chay) has since captivated audiences with their beautiful blend of powerful male vocals and emotionally driven female vocals.

Featuring four stellar, classically trained vocalists that first seized the world at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, Vivace (pronounced Vi-va-chay) has since captivated audiences with their beautiful blend of powerful male vocals and emotionally driven female vocals.

As part of the recently launched GRAMMY® Creators Alliance, The Recording Academy® has formed a Managers Think Tank to advise on issues impacting the music creator community.

In keeping with the 45-year tradition of bringing the most sought-after shows to the bayfront theatre, the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall lands the extraordinary Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band to play the hall's 45th anniversary celebration tonight, February 24, 2015 at 8pm.

In keeping with the 45-year tradition of bringing the most sought-after shows to the bayfront theatre, the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall lands the extraordinary Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band to play the hall's 45th anniversary celebration on February 24, 2015 at 8pm.

Mark Hummel again returns to Harris Center for the Arts and brings more of his talented friends with him in this tribute to Bluebird Records. The Blues Harmonica Blowout has sold out in past performances and with the caliber of talent joining this evening's activities, tickets will be in high demand!

Mark Hummel again returns to Harris Center for the Arts and brings more of his talented friends with him in this tribute to Bluebird Records. The Blues Harmonica Blowout has sold out in past performances and with the caliber of talent joining this evening's activities, tickets will be in high demand!

Jennifer Nettles, who just announced she will be making her Broadway debut as 'Roxie Hart' in CHICAGO, posted two photos from backstage at her photo shoot for the musical. Check out the sultry images below!

As announced this morning on NBC 'Today,' Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter and international music superstar Jennifer Nettles will make her Broadway debut this February in the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical CHICAGO.

Symphony Space will welcome the season with the iconic gospel group Blind Boys of Alabama tonight, December 3 (8 pm) in the Peter Jay Sharp Theatre. Their holiday program, 'Go Tell It On the Mountain,' features an inspired selection of traditional spirituals, Christmas standards, and original tunes, all rendered in the soul-stirring vocal harmonies and funky instrumental backings that have brought them five Grammy Awards and international renown. Reviewing their CD of the same title, Mojo magazine wrote, 'There's nothing remotely schmaltzy or cloyingly sentimental about this seasonal offering from the veteran gospel group.'

An independent film project got a boost from some added star power this week as Capture Studios today announced that legendary Science Fiction author and screen writer David Gerrold has signed a contract to write The Thunderers, a story about an American Football Team in Wales.

Symphony Space will welcome the season with the iconic gospel group Blind Boys of Alabama on Wednesday, December 3 (8 pm) in the Peter Jay Sharp Theatre. Their holiday program, 'Go Tell It On the Mountain,' features an inspired selection of traditional spirituals, Christmas standards, and original tunes, all rendered in the soul-stirring vocal harmonies and funky instrumental backings that have brought them five Grammy Awards and international renown. Reviewing their CD of the same title, Mojo magazine wrote, 'There's nothing remotely schmaltzy or cloyingly sentimental about this seasonal offering from the veteran gospel group.'

The T.J. Martell Foundation for Leukemia, Cancer and AIDS Research has announced Ben Harper as presenter for Will Botwin who will receive the Visionary Leadership Award at this year's highly anticipated T.J. Martell Foundation 39th New York Honors Gala to be held at Cipriani in New York tonight, October 21, 2014. The foundation has also announced that Chayanne will present the Lifetime Music Industry Achievement Award to Afo Verde.

The world's most famous drummer-Ringo Starr-will be bringing his legendary talents and style to SKECHERS where he's set to appear in the footwear company's global marketing campaign for SKECHERS Relaxed Fit footwear. The new multimedia campaign featuring Ringo will begin in Spring 2015.

The T.J. Martell Foundation for Leukemia, Cancer and AIDS Research has announced Ben Harper as presenter for Will Botwin who will receive the Visionary Leadership Award at this year's highly anticipated T.J. Martell Foundation 39th New York Honors Gala to be held at Cipriani in New York on Tuesday, October 21, 2014. The foundation has also announced that Chayanne will present the Lifetime Music Industry Achievement Award to Afo Verde.

The Los Angeles Philharmonic and its Music Director Gustavo Dudamel opened the 2014/15 season with A Celebration of John Williams: Opening Night Gala Concert, a star-studded evening honoring the greatest film composer of all time at Walt Disney Concert Hall, Tuesday, September 30. The event featured the LA Phil, led by Dudamel, world-renowned violinist Itzhak Perlman, soloists Dan Higgins, Glenn Paulson and Michael Valerio, the U.S. Army Herald Trumpets and the Los Angeles Children's Chorus, led by Anne Tomlinson and supported by members from the Angeles Chorale. Also showcased were several elaborate video installations created by projection designer Netia Jones and critically-acclaimed creative studio LIGHTMAP. The all-Williams concert program included specially selected works from throughout his impressive career as well as a surprise appearance during the encores.