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NJPAC to Host The Milt Hinton Institute for Studio Bass Summer Music Education Program for Teens
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2023


The Milt Hinton Summer Camp is all about that bass! Join us for a summer experience dedicated to the famous bass player, Milt Hinton. Learn from top-notch instructors and immerse yourself in the world of bass playing.

The Bacon Brothers Announce New Album & Unveil First Single
by Michael Major - Dec 1, 2023


The siblings have spent the best of three decades creating their own mix of folk, rock, soul, and country music. They call that diverse sound 'forosoco,' it's taken them worldwide, from headlining gigs in Japan to American performances at iconic venues like Carnegie Hall, the Grand Ole Opry, and Gruene Hall.

Berkshire Theatre Group Unveils Winter/Spring 2024 Season Featuring National Acts, Regional Bands & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 30, 2023


Berkshire Theatre Group has revealed the 2024 winter and spring season at The Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield. 

Coral Springs Center For The Arts To Present Lucinda Williams & Her Band in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2023


Coral Springs Center for the Arts presents Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Lucinda Williams & Her Band. Tickets go on sale this Friday at 10 am.

Iconic Country Band ALABAMA Reveals June Jam XVIII
by Michael Major - Nov 27, 2023


Following a 16-year hiatus, ALABAMA co-founders Randy Owen and Teddy Gentry resurrected June Jam this past summer, drawing nearly 11,000 fans to Fort Payne, raising hundreds of thousands. Owen and Gentry are thrilled to continue the tradition and plan to keep June Jam going for years to come.

IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at Athens Theatre
by BWW Special Offer - Dec 4, 2023


Special Offer: Irving Berlin's White Christmas at the Athens Theatre

Gospel Legends Blind Boys of Alabama to Perform at Jefferson Performing Arts Center in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 22, 2023


On Friday, December 1, 2023, Jefferson Performing Arts Society will present the iconic Blind Boys of Alabama gospel group, bringing their Christmas concert to the New Orleans area for the first time.

Video: Watch Carter Faith's 'Man' Music Video
by Michael Major - Nov 20, 2023


Breakout Nashville vocalist and songwriter Carter Faith shares the video for her new track “Man,” directed by Alexa King Stone (Father John Misty, Kacey Musgraves, Ruston Kelly) and Stephen Kinigopoulos (Kacey Musgraves, Little Big Town, Joy Williams). Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

The Goodies Celebrate Loveo n Latest Single 'Around The World' (Ft. Lukup)
by Michael Major - Nov 20, 2023


San Diego, CA reggae/rock/soul duo The Goodies are prepping to release their next single 'Runnin' on December 1st. The follow-up to their recent single 'The Maze,' and the latest, 'Around The World', 'Runnin' serves as the final single to be released in advance of the band's upcoming 6-song debut EP.

THE BLIND BOYS OF ALABAMA To Perform Gospel Christmas Concert At Jefferson Performing Arts Center, December 1
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2023


On Friday, December 1, 2023, Jefferson Performing Arts Society will present the iconic Blind Boys of Alabama gospel group, bringing their Christmas concert to the New Orleans area for the first time. This uplifting concert will be filled with familiar holiday classics and hand-clapping gospel favorites that the entire family will enjoy.

Theater for the New City to Present KILLIN' REPUBLICANS, A New Rock Opera By Dick D. Zigun
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 11, 2023


'Killin' Republicans' is a new rock opera by Dick D. Zigun, presented by Theater for the New City. Join the conversation as actress Jodie Foster, a Nigerian Afrobeat star, and her Mississippi oilman husband get drunk on a transatlantic flight. Running from November 30 to December 17 at Theater for the New City. Tickets are available at the box office.

Ruthie Foster Nominated For GRAMMY Award on LP 'Healing Time'
by Michael Major - Nov 10, 2023


Austin-based singer-songwriter Ruthie Foster was nominated for Best Contemporary Blues Album at the 66th GRAMMY Awards for her critically acclaimed ninth studio album Healing Time, which was released in 2022 via Blue Corn Music. This marks Foster's fifth career GRAMMY nomination to date.

Billy Strings Nominated For Three Awards At 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards
by Michael Major - Nov 10, 2023


GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician Billy Strings is nominated for three awards at the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards: Best Bluegrass Album (Me/And/Dad), Best American Roots Song (“California Sober” feat. Willie Nelson) and Best Country Duo/Group Performance (“High Note” with Dierks Bentley). 

Chris Stapleton Releases New Album 'HIGHER'
by Michael Major - Nov 10, 2023


Chris Stapleton's new album 'Higher' is out now! The album has earned three nominations for the 2024 GRAMMY Awards and the 2024 ALL-AMERICAN ROAD SHOW has been confirmed. Stream/purchase the album now.

Taylor Swift & More Nominated For 2024 GRAMMYS - Full List of Nominations!
by Michael Major - Nov 10, 2023


Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, and more were also nominated for GRAMMYS. Check out the full list of nominations now! Sweeney Todd, Parade, and more were nominated in the Best Musical Theatre Album category.

Chris Stapleton Wins Male Vocalist of the Year at 57th CMA Awards
by Michael Major - Nov 9, 2023


16x CMA Award-winner Chris Stapleton was named Male Vocalist of the Year for the seventh time at last night’s 57th Annual CMA Awards, breaking his own record for most wins ever in the category. Stapleton also performed twice during the live awards broadcast: his current single, “White Horse,” and “We Don’t Fight Anymore” with Carly Pearce. 

Judy Carmichael To Return To Bay Street Theater Performing Swing Music From the 1930s and '40s
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 9, 2023


Pianist Judy Carmichael is returning to Bay Street Theater for a swinging performance. Don't miss this exciting event!

I'm With Her's Sarah Jarosz Shares New Single
by Michael Major - Nov 9, 2023


On this track, written with renowned songwriters Jon Randall (Miranda Lambert, Reba McEntire, Marren Morris) and Gordie Sampson (Willie Nelson, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban),  Jarosz shares the sweetly lilting reverie that gave the album its title (from the first verse: “In a dream we were Polaroid lovers/In the deep where the edges don't lie”).

'Trailblazing Women of Country: A Tribute to Patsy, Loretta, and Dolly' Tour to Feature Miko Marks & Kristina Train
by Michael Major - Nov 8, 2023


The pair will be supported by a five-member, all-female band featuring Megan Palmer (musical director, piano), Miss Tess (bass), Heather Thomas (drums), Thayer Sarrano (acoustic guitar, keyboards), and Anne McCue (electric guitar, lap steel). Produced by industry vet Eli Wolf (Willie Nelson, Norah Jones, Al Green).

The 11th Edition of the 21C Music Festival at The Royal Conservatory of Music to Feature World Premieres and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2023


The 11th edition of the 21C Music Festival at The Royal Conservatory of Music features performances by Fazıl Say and Friends, Lara St. John, Bridget Kibbey with the Calidore String Quartet and Mervon Mehta, Brad Mehldau, Laurie Anderson, and Kronos Quartet: Five Decades.

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