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VIDEO: Latto Performs 'Stepper' for Vevo LIFT
by Michael Major - Sep 7, 2022


Latto’s first performance in her LIFT series, “Stepper.” The recent BET “Best New Artist” winner has previously worked with Vevo for Ctrl performances of 777’s “Wheelie” and “Trust No Bitch,” and a Ctrl At Home performance of “Youngest N Richest” from her 2020 album, Queen of Da Souf. Watch the new video performance now!

ALI, a New Musical About Muhammad Ali, in Development for Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 7, 2022


ALI, a new musical celebrating the life and legacy of the heavyweight boxing champion and humanitarian Muhammad Ali is being developed for Broadway. 

Will Swenson, Mark Jacoby, Robyn Hurder & More to Lead A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 6, 2022


The cast has been announced for A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical which will begin preview performances Wednesday, November 2 ahead of a Sunday, December 4 opening night at Broadway's Broadhurst Theatre.

VIDEO: Lewis Capaldi Goes Behind the 'Someone You Loved' Music Video
by Michael Major - Sep 1, 2022


The new video sees the synergistic collaboration of the Scottish singer-songwriter and video director Ozzie Pullin's own visual take on the heartfelt themes of 'Someone You Loved,' discussing both the creative concepts of how the video was captured and the use of characters to depict the various relationships discussed in the song.

VIDEO: Demi Lovato Shares 'EAT ME' Performance With Royal & the Serpent
by Michael Major - Sep 1, 2022


Vevo, the world's leading music video network, announces the release of Demi Lovato’s Official Live Performance of “EAT ME,” featuring Royal & The Serpent, off her new album, HOLY FVCK, out now. Vevo’s Official Live Performances are the result of creative collaboration with artists and their teams, resulting in a series of exclusive performances.

Listen: Julie Benko and Jason Yeager's Duet Album HAND IN HAND Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2022


that Hand in Hand – the debut duet album from the married musical team of Julie Benko and Jason Yeager – is now available. Listen here!

Dee Dee Bridgewater & Charity Angél Dawson to Lead Industry Presentation of ELLA: AN AMERICAN MIRACLE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 25, 2022


ELLA: An American Miracle, a new musical written by Anna Deavere Smith (Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992 and Notes From The Field) and featuring music from the Ella Fitzgerald songbook, is currently in development, with an upcoming work session held from August 25-September 21 to conclude with a private industry presentation.

Exclusive: Hear Julie Benko And Jason Yeager Sing 'If I Were A Bell' From Their Duets Album HAND IN HAND
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 25, 2022


Hand in Hand – the debut duet album from the married musical team of Julie Benko and Jason Yeager – is available for pre-order. The full album will be released on CD and in digital and streaming formats on Friday, August 26.

VIDEO: Demi Lovato Releases '29' Vevo Official Live Performance
by Michael Major - Aug 22, 2022


Vevo and Demi Lovato have a long history working together, including a 2012 “Vevo Presents” set, 2017 Vevo x Demi Lovato performance of “Tell Me You Love Me,” and Footnotes videos of “SUBSTANCE,” “SKIN OF MY TEETH” and “Dancing With The Devil.” Watch the new video performance now!

VIDEO: Pusha T Shares 'Dreamin of the Past' & 'Brambleton' Performances
by Michael Major - Aug 18, 2022


Vevo has named Pusha T as the next artist in their Ctrl. series with performances of 'Dreamin of the Past' and 'Brambleton' premiering off his album It's Almost Dry. Previously, Pusha T worked with Vevo for an exclusive interview around his previous album called 'How The Purple Tape Shaped Daytona' in 2018. Watch the new video performances now!

VIDEO: Machine Gun Kelly Performs 'god save me' For VEVO
by Michael Major - Aug 10, 2022


Vevo’s videos are the result of close creative collaboration with artists and their teams, resulting in a series of exclusive performances. “god save me” follows Machine Gun Kelly’s previous Vevo performances of “more than life (featuring glaive),” “twin flame” and “fake love don’t last (featuring Iann Dior).” Watch the new performance video now!

VIDEO: Machine Gun Kelly Performs 'fake love don't last' featuring Iann Dior
by Michael Major - Aug 3, 2022


Vevo’s Official Live Performances are the result of close creative collaboration with artists and their teams, resulting in a series of very special exclusive performances. “fake love don’t last” follows Machine Gun Kelly’s previous Vevo performances of “more than life (featuring glaive)” and “twin flame.” Watch the new performance video now!

Gary Allan Brings RUTHLESS Tour To The Theater At Virgin Hotels, December 2 - 3
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 1, 2022


This National Finals Rodeo season, multi-platinum country artist Gary Allan is set to bring his RUTHLESS Tour to The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, part of Curio Collection by Hilton, for back-to-back performances Friday, December 2, 2022 and Saturday, December 3, 2022.

VIDEO: Machine Gun Kelly & Vevo Release 'twin flame' Original Live Performance
by Michael Major - Jul 27, 2022


A live performer who is currently on his “mainstream sellout” tour, Machine Gun Kelly closely collaborated with Vevo’s team to create a completely bespoke set that balances rock and roll and high fashion. “twin flame” begins with Machine Gun Kelly lying in a glass box, surrounded by chains, the room bathed in a pink hue. Watch the video now!

Julie Benko and Jason Yeager's Debut Duet Album HAND IN HAND to be Released in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2022


CLUB44 RECORDS will release Hand in Hand – the debut duet album from the married musical team of Julie Benko and Jason Yeager – on CD and in digital and streaming formats on Friday, August 26.

Chrissy Metz to Perform at City Winery in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2022


Award-winning actress and EMI Nashville recording artist Chrissy Metz will perform Live at City Winery Boston Sunday, August 14.  Emmy and two-time Golden Globe nominee Chrissy Metz is best known as one of the stars in the award-winning NBC series 'This Is Us'. Find out how to get tickets!

VIDEO: Machine Gun Kelly & Vevo Release 'more than life' Live Performance
by Michael Major - Jul 21, 2022


Watch an electric live performer who is currently headlining his “mainstream sellout” tour across the US, Machine Gun Kelly closely collaborated with Vevo’s team to create a bespoke set that balances rock and roll and high fashion. In “more than life,” Machine Gun Kelly stands in a green lit warehouse, surrounded by curtains made of chains.

Andrew Garfield, Jodie Comer, Steve Martin & More Earn 2022 Emmy Nominations - See the Full List!
by Michael Major - Jul 12, 2022


Check out the complete list of Emmy nominations, which include Andrew Garfield, Steve Martin, Jodie Comer, Tony Awards Presents: Broadways Back!, Annie LIVE!, Jane Lynch, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Nathan Lane, Rachel Brosnahan, Tony Shalom, Mare Winningham, Laurie Metcalf, Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett, and more!

See Joshua Bell, Heidi Latsky Dance & More at Lincoln Center's SUMMER FOR THE CITY in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 6, 2022


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.

Christopher James Announces 'A Rose In The Canyon'
by Michael Major - Jul 6, 2022


Christopher James is an American composer, producer (Paula Cole, Renée Fleming, Val Gardena) and ex-CEO of Universal Music Group’s Classical and Jazz division. An accomplished classical pianist, he earned a B.A. in Music and German Literature at Lewis and Clark College in his hometown of Portland, Oregon.

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