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Photo Flash: First Look at REVIVAL: THE RESURRECTION OF SON HOUSE at Geva Theatre Center
by Julie Musbach - May 2, 2019


Geva Theatre Center's 46th Season concludes with the world premiere of Revival: The Resurrection of Son House, written and directed by Keith Glover, with music by Son House, Billy Thompson and Keith Glover, musical direction by Billy Thompson and choreography by Norwood Pennewell, in the Elaine P. Wilson Stage from May 1 through June 2, 2019.

Lacy J. Dalton Announces Summer Concert Schedule
by Tori Hartshorn - May 2, 2019


Grammy Nominated and Academy of Country Music award winner Lacy J. Dalton shows no sign of slowing down as she hits the road this summer, taking her music across the country. “What started off as a couple of shows, has turned into eighteen cities in seven states,” says Lacy J. “I am so excited to bring my music to my fans. I love to meet new people, and with my new project, Scarecrow, there is a lot of excitement happening right now for me.”

New York Guitar Festival Kicks Off 20th Anniversary Celebration June 1st
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2019


The New York Guitar Festival and Arts Brookfield will present "Memphis Minnie: In Search of the Hoodoo Lady," a free, outdoor concert celebrating the life and music of influential blues guitarist Memphis Minnie. The Saturday, June 1st, 7pm event will be held at Brookfield Place's Waterfront Plaza in lower Manhattan.

Willie Nelson Announces Second Leg of Outlaw Music Festival Tour
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 29, 2019


Willie Nelson, Blackbird Presents, Keith Wortman, and Mark Rothbaum are thrilled to announce additional dates, cities and artists for the second leg of 'Outlaw Music Festival Tour 2019'. The lineup includes Willie Nelson & Family, Robert Plant & the Sensational Space Shifters, Luke Combs, Bonnie Raitt, The Avett Brothers, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Alison Krauss, Gov't Mule, Brothers Osborne, Lukas Nelson & Promise Of The Real withmore to be announced in the coming weeks. For artists performing in various cities, please refer to the specific market lineups listed below.

The Soraya Announces 2019/2020 Season Featuring Randy Newman's FAUST
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2019


Executive Director Thor Steingraber unveils the Younes and Soraya Nazarian Center for the Performing Arts' 2019-20 Season, which features a reconsideration of Randy Newman's musical Faust, in a concert format (May 9), an opening night recital with Itzhak Perlman accompanied by Rohan De Silva, piano (September 19), and a Beethoven 250th Birthday Celebration featuring six concerts beginning with Jonathan Biss, piano (October 15 & 16); other concerts include the Kalichstein-Laredo-Robinson Trio (November 13), Royal Philharmonic Orchestra with Pinchas Zukerman, Principal Guest Conductor and Violin Soloist (January 24), Christian Tetzlaff, violin, with Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra (February 7), Academy of St Martin in the Fields with Joshua Bell (March 4) and Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra (March 25).

Park City Institute Announces Lineup And Venue For 2019 St. Regis Big Stars, Bright Nights Concert Series
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2019


Park City Institute Executive Director Teri Orr, tonight, announced the 2019 St Regis Big Stars Bright Nights Concert Series. The announcement marks the 16th consecutive season of summer concerts presented by the Institute. The season will be presented on the Eccles Center stage, in Park City.

The Kentucky Center And 91.9 WFPK Present The Paul Thorn Band With Scott Miller
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2019


The Kentucky Center presents The Paul Thorn Band with Scott Miller on Thursday, June 20, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. at Brown Theatre, 315 W. Broadway. Tickets start at $35. Kentucky Center members can call the member hotline at (502) 566-5144. Standard tickets are available at www.kentuckycenter.org/presents, by phone (502) 584-7777, (800) 775-7777, and in-person at The Kentucky Center box office and drive-thru. Please call (502) 566-5111 for information about the range of accessibility options we offer to enhance your performance experience.

Bruce Hornsby's ABSOLUTE ZERO Out Now To Widespread Critical Praise
by Tori Hartshorn - Apr 12, 2019


Pianist, singer and songwriter Bruce Hornsby's highly anticipated new album, Absolute Zero, is out now. Fans can listen to the album here!

Mary Chapin Carpenter and Shawn Colvin Come to the Kauffman Center
by Julie Musbach - Apr 11, 2019


Acclaimed country and folk music artists Mary Chapin Carpenter and Shawn Colvin will perform at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts in Helzberg Hall on October 10, as part of the 2019-2020 Kauffman Center Presents series.

Geva Theatre Center Presents The World Premiere Of REVIVAL
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2019


Geva Theatre Center's 46th Season concludes with the world premiere of Revival: The Resurrection of Son House, written and directed by Keith Glover, with music by Son House, Billy Thompson and Keith Glover, musical direction by Billy Thompson and choreography by Norwood Pennewell, in the Elaine P. Wilson Stage from May 1 through June 2, 2019.

Mary Chapin Carpenter & Shawn Colvin To Tour Together in 2019
by Tori Hartshorn - Apr 9, 2019


Mary Chapin Carpenter and Shawn Colvin will embark on a series of tour dates throughout the fall of 2019. Carpenter and Colvin—longtime friends for over 30 years— will appear on stage together as an intimate acoustic duo, swapping songs and sharing stories. These special shows will feature the acclaimed songwriters performing material from their vast catalogues as well as some of their favorite songs.  

Bruce Hornsby's ABSOLUTE ZERO Premieres Via NPR Music's First Listen, Out 4/12
by Tori Hartshorn - Apr 8, 2019


Pianist, singer and songwriter Bruce Hornsby's highly anticipated new album Absolute Zero—out on April 12—premieres via NPR Music's First Listen, who proclaim, “Absolute Zero is the sound of an artist subverting expectations and pulling it off brilliantly. At this point in his career, Hornsby could easily coast on writing cozy songs and settling for that. Thankfully for us, he's still up for an adventure.” Listen to the album here!

Schimmel Center At Pace University Presents The First Annual CROSSING BRIDGES MUSIC FEST
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2019


Schimmel Center at Pace University presents the first annual Crossing Bridges Music Fest, with performances on Friday, May 10 at 7:30pm and Saturday, May 11 7:30pm. In its inaugural year, this weekend-long festival celebrates the best of traditional and modern Americana with a lineup of performers ranging from contemporary singer-songwriters to legacy artists and those who defy categorization. The festival seeks to bridge generations and music, to bring together an eclectic group of performers for an amazing weekend of music.

Jazz Standard Welcomes Guitarist Gil Guti Rrez Performing With David Rodriguez (Bass) & Bob Stern (Violin)
by Julie Musbach - Apr 3, 2019


Internationally renowned virtuoso guitarist and composer Gil Gutiérrez accompanied by David Rodriguez (Bass) and Robert Stern (violin) are set to perform live at the legendary Jazz Standard in New York City on Tuesday May 21st and Wednesday May 22nd at 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

Americana Ensemble Auburn Featuring Liz Lenten To Release New Album
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 2, 2019


Auburn has been captivating audiences around the world with their unique blend of Americana, blues and roots music. Fronted by female vocalist Liz Lenten, who's voice has been described as “so sweet it'll make your hair curl” and “husky, with an emotional frailty,” who “isn't afraid to show her full range of vocal tones or emotions.”

Schimmel Center At Pace University Presents The First Annual Crossing Bridges Music Fest - 5/10-11
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2019


Schimmel Center at Pace University presents the first annual Crossing Bridges Music Fest, with performances on Friday, May 10 at 7:30pm and Saturday, May 11 7:30pm. In its inaugural year, this weekend-long festival celebrates the best of traditional and modern Americana with a lineup of performers ranging from contemporary singer-songwriters to legacy artists and those who defy categorization. The festival seeks to bridge generations and music, to bring together an eclectic group of performers for an amazing weekend of music. 

RICKIE LEE JONES to Release 'Kicks' Album June 7
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 28, 2019


RICKIE LEE JONES is that rare musician who has transcended the singer/songwriter mantle by incorporating different radio genres from the get-go and she continues that tradition on the forthcoming album KICKS, her newest collection of songs from the great American songbook. Due out June 7, the album spans two decades (50s-70s) of pop, rock and jazz, presenting her unique and sophisticated interpretations of these songs.

VIDEO: Advancing Artists From the 'Blind Auditions' on Last Night's THE VOICE
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 19, 2019


Last night was the last round of 'Blind Auditions' and below are the artists that made it past their Blind Auditions on The Voice Season 16!

Photo Flash: Victoria Shaw Returns to Birdland
by Julie Musbach - Mar 11, 2019


Birdland Theater was proud to present the return of singer/songwriter Victoria Shaw in "Under The Covers" on Wednesday, March 6. Victoria's very special guests were singer/songwriters Beth Nielsen Chapman, Julie Gold and Marcus Hummon. This show was captured for a future airing on the ALL ARTS broadcast channel, streaming app and Website.

Coco Montoya And Tinsley Ellis Bring Tour To Albuquerque On Today
by BWW News Desk - Mar 5, 2019


Alligator Records artists Coco Montoya and Tinsley Ellis will make a stop in Albuquerque on their current 'Blues Rock Titans' tour. Montoya and Ellis will each perform a full headline-length set at The Dirty Bourbon today, March 5, 2019. Legendary blues-rock guitarist and vocalist Coco Montoya will feature songs from his latest Alligator Records release, HARD TRUTH. He's currently at work on a new album due later this year. Tinsley Ellis is among the blues world's best loved, hardest working and most well-traveled statesmen. Ellis' latest release, 2018's WINNING HAND, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Blues Chart. The two 'Blues Rock Titans' will also join forces each night for an unforgettable jam session. Concert information is as follows:

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