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Bobby Darin Releases Valentine's Day Compilation
by Michael Major - Feb 14, 2022


The album is a digital compilation featuring recordings from Darin's years with Capitol Records and Motown Records in the early 1960s, including “More” and “Call Me Irresponsible,” which was recently featured in the hit HBO show “Euphoria.” The singer's management also signed with 7S Management for Estate representation. 

BWW Review: WOMEN OF SOUL at Mercury Theater Chicago
by Rachel Weinberg - Feb 4, 2022


WOMEN OF SOUL delivers the kind of high-energy tribute that makes up the best kind of revue, and the songs are irresistible.

Kevonna Rose Shares New Single 'In Between Kisses'
by Michael Major - Jan 24, 2022


Dazzling listeners with her soulful vocals and carefully crafted lyrics, the singer-songwriter was a finalist in Essence Festival’s “Show Your Range” contest and won the “Wawa Welcome America” contest, where she opened for Lauryn Hill, Common and more. Watch the new music video for 'In Between Kisses' now!

Natalia M. King Announces New Album 'Woman Mind Of My Own'
by Michael Major - Dec 15, 2021


King’s is the story of a pioneering musician with a powerful impact and a captivating voice who enters, for the first time, the ancient—almost sacred—territory of the blues, R&B, and American roots music. Through its nine tracks, all either composed by King or borrowed from others, there is a marvelous feeling of rediscovery of that magical style.

BASH FOR THE NASH Gala Announced April 2022
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2021


The Nash announces its inaugural BASH FOR THE NASH GALA, a sparkling evening of cocktails, live auction, music, and dinner at The Heard Museum, April 23, 2022.

BWW Review: BALLET BLACK, Linbury Theatre, Royal Opera House
by Vikki Jane Vile - Nov 9, 2021


Celebrating their 20th anniversary this year, Black Black return to the Linbury Theatre with a double bill of new work, and in signature style you’ll be hard pressed to leave without your heart feeling a little fuller than before. Cassa Pancho’s company has always been small, at present featuring eight dancers (not including one currently on maternity leave) and over the years this has allowed audiences to become familiar with their individual faces, styles and techniques. Needless to say, there is a warm familiarity in going to see a Ballet Black show and this latest programme is no different. 

Chaka Khan And Leela James Will Perform This Weekend In Newark And Brooklyn
by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2021


See The reigning Queen of funk, soul, and R&B—and ten-time GRAMMY winner—Chaka Khan with special guest Leela James this weekend at either NJPAC on Saturday, November 6, at 8:00 p.m. or Kings Theatre on Sunday, November 7th at 7:00 p.m.

The 10th Annual TD James Moody Festival Announced at NJPAC
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2021


The New Jersey Performing Arts Center celebrates the 10th annual TD James Moody Jazz Festival showcasing an all-star lineup of the country's best musicians, held Nov 5-21, including the award-winning Maria Schneider Orchestra, the New Jersey premiere of Christian McBride's The Movement Revisited, the Tony Award-winning Lillias White (currently on Broadway in Chicago), a special tribute concert to George Wein.

Singer, Storyteller, Lynne Jordan Weaves Her Spell At Raue Center
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2021


Raue Center’s diva in residence, Lynne Jordan, weaves a magic spell just in time for Halloween! See Jordan’s special brand of storytelling, raw humor, and performance that has made her a favorite daughter of Chicago for over 30 years on October 30 at 8 pm.

Chandler Center For The Arts Announces Showtime Series
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2021


Chandler Center for the Arts announces its Showtime Series for 2022. The three concert Sunday matinee series pays tribute to music icons of the 60s, 70s and 80s from the queens of Motown, soul and funk such as Aretha Franklin and Tina Turner, to definitive singer/songwriters Carole King and James Taylor, to the original 'Rocket Man' showman, Elton John.

WATCH: Deaf West Teams Up With Republic Records & Apple Films for CODA Music Video
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 1, 2021


Republic Records and Apple Original Films have teamed up with Deaf West Theatre (David Kurs, Artistic Director) to release the official music video for the single “You’re All I Need To Get By (Duet Version)” from the CODA “Soundtrack from the Apple Original Film” today.

Guitarists From Brooklyn Beat Rock Scene Return to Borough For Double-Header Gig at Freddy's
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2021


The Brooklyn Beat was a collective of bands that coalesced around Park Slope's Lauterbach', the boroughs answer to CBGB, from the late-1980s - mid-1990s. Warre was a member of several bands, Chemical Wedding, led by scene and The Shirts' founder Bob Raccippio, and his own band, Tornado Room.

The Imaginaries Announce Album Release Tour
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Aug 2, 2021


They also flew in their drummer Rob Humphreys (Leonard Cohen, Jason Mraz) for the recording and worked with Chad Copelin (Sufjan Stevens, Christina Perri, Ben Rector) back in Oklahoma for keys and additional production as well as keyboardist Dan Walker (Heart). 

September and October Lineup Announced For The Hylton Performing Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2021


On October 10, pianist Jeffrey Siegel officially relaunches indoor Hylton Presents performances in Merchant Hall with his concerts with commentary Keyboard Conversations Classics Declassified. Siegel hands off the baton to the Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra on October 30 for their Big Band Era performance Swingin' with the Met.

BWW Review: Christina Aguilera Hits It Out Of Bowl With The LA Phil
by Gil Kaan - Jul 18, 2021


Christina Aguilera slayed the packed 17,500-seat Hollywood Bowl audience with her amazing vocals and her emotion-filled songs for the first of her two nights performing with Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Philharmonic Orchestra. At the top of her game, Christina looked great and sounded fantastic!

ICONS • THE ART OF CELEBRITY ILLUSION Adds Second Night At Mizner Park Cultural Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2021


In response to an overwhelming demand, “ICONS • The Art of Celebrity Illusion” has added a second show on Saturday, August 28, at 8 p.m. at Mizner Park Cultural Center.

The New Jersey Performing Arts Center Announces In-Person, Live Jazz Performances Beginning in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 12, 2021


NJPAC is welcoming live, in-person jazz back to its stage throughout 2021 beginning with Grammy Award-winning vocalist Gregory Porter (Sep 24). The TD Jazz Series continues in the Fall with 'Salsa Meets Jazz' (Sep 25), saxophonist Boney James (Oct 14), and vocal powerhouse duo Tierney Sutton and Ann Hampton Calloway (Oct 15).

MV Concert Series Adds Shows With Top National And Regional Talent
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 23, 2021


The MV Concert Series announced another round of top touring musicians that will be performing at the Loft on Martha's Vineyard. Martin Sexton, Badfish, moe., Dwight and Nicole, and Dalton & The Sheriffs join a packed lineup at the Loft, which includes acts like Livingston Taylor, Joan Osborne and Ripe. The moe. shows will be a special Beach Road Weekend after party.

Le Petit Theatre Announces 2021-22 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2021


Subscription renewals begin on June 21st and new subscription sales start in July. Single tickets will be available in late summer. 

Elise Eriksen Releases Debut EP 'Golden Boy'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jun 18, 2021


The daughter of one half of uber-producers Stargate (GRAMMY-winning producer Mikkel Eriksen, known for his work with Rihanna, Katy Perry, Beyoncé, Coldplay), Elise grew up in the studio surrounded by the world’s top artists and songwriters.

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