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Sammy Miller and The Congregation Announce Debut Album 'Leaving Egypt'
by Abigail Charpentier - Nov 22, 2019

Today, Sammy Miller and The Congregation announced their debut album.

Christopher Paul Stelling Announces New Album BEST OF LUCK
by Kaitlin Milligan - Oct 16, 2019

Impassioned singer and virtuosic guitar player Christopher Paul Stelling is announcing his fifth album today. Titled Best of Luck, the Ben Harper-produced record will be released on February 7 via ANTI-.  Directed by Andrew Anderson, watch the new video for lead single “Trouble Don't Follow Me” below; in it, Stelling traverses the wooded roads of North Carolina in a '60's Ford pick-up truck, until the truck breaks down and he must head towards both his destiny and his destination on foot.

Maren Morris, Hozier Team Up For New Version Of 'The Bones'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Oct 4, 2019

Today, GRAMMY award-winning superstar Maren Morris and multi-Platinum, award-winning international recording artist Hozier have unveiled a new version of Morris' Top 15 hit single “The Bones.” The rework features an original verse written by Hozier and debuts the pair's flawless harmonies.

Dave Monks Shares 'Love Fades' From Debut Solo Album
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 23, 2019

Today, Dave Monks is sharing the newest offering from debut solo album, On A Wave, out October 18th on Dine Alone Records, with the jangly-indie-folk on “Love Fades” with Brooklyn Vegan calling it 'an atmospheric slow burner' going on to say the new song is 'pretty different from [the last single] “Don't Go Falling To Pieces” and definitely different from Tokyo Police Club's usual sound'. Stripping back the sound from his days with Tokyo Police Club, Monks' “Love Fades” is an ode to relationships in the rearview, simply somber but with hope imbued in the sweetness of the refrain. Speaking to the song Dave Monks details the song saying that

Eilen Jewell's New Album Out August 16
by Abigail Charpentier - Jul 19, 2019

American Songwriter describes Eilen Jewell as “one of America's most intriguing, creative and idiosyncratic voices.” That singular voice springs forth from a woman of more than one mind, and she taps into many of them on Gypsy, due out August 16, 2019 on Signature Sounds.

VIDEO: Dolly Parton Releases 'Girl in the Movie' Music Video Featuring Footage from DUMPLIN'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 26, 2018

Eight-time GRAMMY® award winning entertainer Dolly Parton released the music video of "Girl In The Movies" today.  This track is one of 12 newly-recorded tracks on the highly-anticipated Dumplin' Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (Dolly Records/RCA Nashville) out Nov. 30, and"Dumplin'" will premiere in select theaters and on Netflix on Dec. 7.

VIDEO: Mavis Staples Performs 'Build A Bridge' on LATE SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 8, 2017

On last night's LATE SHOW, legendary R&B and gospel singer Mavis Staples performed the new song 'Build A Bridge' from her album 'If All I Was Was Black.' Watch the appearance below!

VIDEO: Legendary Singer Mavis Staples Performs 'Take Us Back' on LATE SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 23, 2016

Singing legend Mavis Staples joins Stephen to talk about her extraordinary career. Later, Staples performs 'Take Us Back' from her album 'Livin' On A High Note.'

VIDEO: Mavis Staples, Aloe Blacc & Many More Join Colbert for Debut Musical Number!
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 9, 2015

Stephen Colbert ended his first telecast as host of CBS's LATE SHOW with a bang and a rousing rendition of Sly & the Family Stone's 'Everyday People.'

VIDEO: Tom Hanks Talks Kennedy Center Honor: 'It's Very Special'
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 9, 2014

Oscar winner Tom Hanks was among the five people honored Sunday evening at the 2014 Kennedy Center Honors held in Washington DC. The Oscar winner spoke about what the award meant to him.

VIDEO: Tweedy Releases New Music Video
by Sally Henry Fuller - Sep 27, 2014

On the heels of the release of Tweedy's debut albumSukierae (dBpm Records), Wilco leader Jeff Tweedy and his 18-year-old son Spencer have teamed up with Parks and Recreation star Nick Offerman to present a hilarious commentary on the state of the declining music industry in their new video for the song “Low Key.' Check out the video here!

VIDEO: John Oliver Begins Hosting Duties on THE DAILY SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 11, 2013

John Oliver began his first night hosting Comedy Central's THE DAILY SHOW last night. The comedian is filling in for Jon Stewart until September 3rd. Watch a clip from his debut below!

VIDEO: Jon Stewart Signs Off as Host on Last Night's THE DAILY SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 7, 2013

On last night's THE DAILY REPORT on Comedy Central, host Jon Stewart officially signed off for the summer, making way for his temporary replacement John Oliver. Below, check out the 'heartfelt' transition of talk show hosts!

VIDEO: Jeff Tweedy, Mavis Staples & Sean Lennon Perform 'Happy Xmas (War Is Over)' on Last Night's COLBERT
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 14, 2012

Last night, THE COLBERT REPORT concluded its Holiday-themed music week, featuring a performance of 'Happy Xmas (War is Over) by Jeff Tweedy, Mavis Staples, Sean Lennon, and the Harlem Gospel Choir. Check it out below!

VIDEO: Audra McDonald Sings Holiday Classic on THE COLBERT REPORT
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 12, 2012

On last night's THE COLBERT REPORT on Comedy Central, five-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald joined Stephen Colbert in a duet of the holiday classic 'Baby It's Cold Outside'. Check out the performance below!

VIDEO: THE COLBERT REPORT Celebrates the Holiday With Elvis Costello, Diana Krall
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 11, 2012

On last night's THE COLBERT REPORT on Comedy Central, Elvis Costello joined Diana Krall, Marc Ribot and Stephen to perform the holiday classic 'Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.' Check out the performance below!

VIDEO: Grammy Award-Winning Bon Iver Makes Memorable AUSTIN CITY LIMITS Debut on PBS
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 11, 2012

AUSTIN CITY LIMITS (ACL) Season 38 hits its stride with a breathtaking performance by 2012 Grammy Award-winning Best New Artist Bon Iver in a standout ACL debut.

STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - Cheyenne Jackson & Laura Osnes Sing WEST SIDE STORY in PBS' FROM DUST TO DREAMS
by Stage Tube - Jul 19, 2012

A legendary line-up of talent from the worlds of music, television, stage and screen join together for an unprecedented night of entertainment in 'From Dust To Dreams: Opening Night at The Smith Center For The Performing Arts' in Las Vegas, set to air on PBS on Friday September 21st at 9pm ET/PT. Check out a sneak preview of Laura Osnes and Cheyenne Jackson singing 'Tonight' from West Side Story in the video below!

STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - Cheyenne Jackson & More Sing 'Our Time' in FROM DUST TO DREAMS PBS Special
by Stage Tube - Jul 18, 2012

Watch a sneak preview of 'Our Time' from Stephen Sondheim's MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, performed by Cheyenne Jackson, Benjamin Walker, Sherie Rene Scott, Laura Osnes and Montego Glover for the 2012 PBS Special 'From Dust To Dreams.' Click below to watch footage from the performance!

STAGE TUBE: Cheyenne Jackson, Brian Stokes Mitchell, et al. Celebrate Smith Center Opening!
by Jennie Mamary - Mar 11, 2012

An extraordinary line-up of performers from across the arts community ushered in a new era of culture as they graced the stage for the opening of The Smith Center for the Performing Arts in Las Vegas on March 10. Led by award-winning actor, Neil Patrick Harris, the evening featured performances by the who's who of music and Broadway's brightest stars. Check out photos and videos from the event below!

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