Ahmet Ertegun

Jason Bonham’s LED ZEPPELIN EVENING To Play Mershon Auditorium
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026

Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening will perform at Mershon Auditorium in Columbus on June 5. Tickets go on sale February 20 at 10 a.m. The concert features live performances of Led Zeppelin classics led by Jason Bonham.

Photos: Cyndi Lauper, Jennifer Hudson, & More at the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 2, 2026

On Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, ABC aired the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, featuring a star-studded lineup of presenters and performers, including Kinky Boots writer Cyndi Lauper, EGOT winner Jennifer Hudson and many more. Take a look at photos from the special here.

ABC Unveils 2025 Holiday Programming Lineup with New Specials, Festive Films, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 4, 2025

ABC is ringing in the 2025 holiday season with the official lineup of festive programming arriving in the coming months including holiday episodes of “Abbott Elementary,” specials like “CMA Country Christmas,' and more.

Chappell Roan, Janelle Monáe & More Join 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony as Special Guests
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 29, 2025

Newly announced special guests for the 40th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony include Chappell Roan, Janelle Monáe, Donald Glover, Avril Lavigne, and more.

Elton John, Olivia Rodrigo, & More Among Lineup for 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 8, 2025

Elton John, Olivia Rodrigo, Brandi Carlile, David Letterman, and more are among the star-studded lineup of special guests who will take the stage to present, perform, and honor this year’s Inductees at the 40th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.

Matt Magnusson Shares the Backstage Scoop From JUST IN TIME
by Stephi Wild - Aug 6, 2025

In this edition of Words From The Wings, Matt Magnusson, who is currently appearing in Just In Time on Broadway, took us backstage to share some of his pre-show rituals, favorite moments, memories, and more!

Cyndi Lauper, Joe Cocker, & More Named Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 28, 2025

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation has pulled back the curtain on its 2025 Inductees, a powerhouse lineup of trailblazers, icons, and music legends who have shaped the ever-evolving sounds of Rock & Roll.

Meet the Cast of JUST IN TIME, Now on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2025

Performances are underway for the new Broadway musical Just in Time, with previews beginning March 31, 2025 at Broadway’s Circle in the Square Theatre. Meet the cast of Just in Time here and read bios of the show's full cast.

Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Returns to Celebrate 'Physical Graffiti' Anniversary
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 25, 2025

On the heels of a successful tour that wrapped last December, Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening/JBLZE is back with another round of U.S. dates. The latest tour will be a first for JBLZE as it will focus on the 50th Anniversary of the Led Zeppelin classic, Physical Graffiti.

New England Conservatory Unveils Spring Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2025

New England Conservatory has revealed its spring lineup, featuring the musicians in the Conservatory’s Institute for Concert Artists and Professional Programs and more. See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation Presents 2025 SATCHMO Award and Lifetime Achievement Award
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025

The Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation (LAEF) celebrated its annual awards honoring jazz education and music advocacy during Jazz Congress, a two-day series of workshops, panels and networking opportunities.

Review: Sheila Jordan Embraced and Honored in Love-Fest at Dizzy's
by Rob Lester - Oct 22, 2024

Gracious and groovy, singer Sheila Jordan remains a jazz fan's delight, decade after decade. Her October 16th concert was lovely.

Dua Lipa, Demi Lovato & More to Appear at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2024 Induction Ceremony
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 25, 2024

The Induction Ceremony will stream live coast to coast on Disney+ Saturday, Oct. 19. Inductees performing include Mary J. Blige, Cher, Dave Matthews Band, Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Kool & The Gang, and Dionne Warwick, promising an unforgettable night of music and celebration.

Elton John, H.E.R., & More Join Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Ceremony; Coming to Disney+ and ABC
by Michael Major - Sep 28, 2023

Fans can expect the stage to come alive with rare once-in-a-lifetime performances and collaborations by Sheryl Crow, Missy Elliott, Chaka Khan, and Willie Nelson as well as special guests Brandi Carlile, Dave Matthews, Elton John, H.E.R., Chris Stapleton, St. Vincent, New Edition, and many more.

New Jersey Repertory Company Announces A New Series Featuring Weeks & Peterson Quintet
by Stephi Wild - Feb 6, 2023

New Jersey Repertory Company has announced the Weeks & Peterson Quintet will be performing two sets at NJRep on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at 7:00pm and 8:30pm.

Vanessa Carlton Announces 2023 Future Pain Tour
by Michael Major - Nov 15, 2022

“Future Pain” is off Vanessa’s latest album Love Is An Art produced by Dave Fridmann (MGMT, Flaming Lips). Love Is An Art explores the eternal seesaw that is human connection: the push, the pull, the balance, the bottoming out. It's that constantly evolving nature of love, expectations and compassion.

VIDEO: HBO Releases 2022 ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY Special Trailer
by Michael Major - Nov 10, 2022

The live event took place on November 5 in Los Angeles at the Microsoft Theater. The special will feature performances from Sara Bareilles, Olivia Rodrigo, Ed Sheeran, Sheryl Crow, Dave Growl, P!nk, Brandi Carlile, Sheryl Crow, and Zac Brown Band. Watch the video trailer for the new special now!

John Mellencamp Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Exhibition Opening to Be Broadcast By iHeartRadio
by Michael Major - Sep 26, 2022

iHeartRadio will broadcast the opening for a special live edition of “iHeartRadio ICONS with John Mellencamp” nationwide featuring a performance by Mellencamp at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Mellencamp will speak with iHeartMedia’s on air personality Jim Kerr about the exhibit and a very special tour announcement.

Light in the Attic Announce 'Earl's Closet'
by Michael Major - May 26, 2022

Earl McGrath was the ultimate ’70s jet setter, an art collector and comic bon vivant, who stumbled into the record business and discovered Daryl Hall and John Oates, and later Jim Carroll, while holding court at his legendary salons in Los Angeles and New York. Atlantic founder Ahmet Ertegun gave Earl his own label, Clean Records, in 1970.

GRAMMY-Nominated Bassist Carlos Henriquez Presents Monk Con Clave With The Jazz At Lincoln Center Orchestra
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2022

A part of the Ertegun Jazz Concert Series, Monk Con Clave will run from May 20-21 at Rose Theater.