The American musical giant Duke Ellington wrote more than 1,000 compositions in his long career, and to mark the 125th anniversary of his birth in his native city, The Kennedy Center is determined to celebrate a lot of them.
The Find Your Light Foundation, founded by Josh Groban, announced that in its most recent grant cycle it awarded over $915,000 to 116 nonprofit organizations in 26 states and helped provide arts education to over 160,000 K-12 youth. It also announced new additions to its staff as it seeks to grow its impact on arts education across the nation.
Broadway stars perform songs from Frank Sinatra and Peggy Lee in a New Jersey celebration of their music. For press requests, contact Angela Thomas at 201.503.1333.
Join us for a one-night only tribute show honoring the legendary Frank Sinatra and Peggy Lee. Led by musical director Christian McBride, this star-studded celebration will feature a lineup of talented artists. Get all the details and save the date for this unforgettable event.
NJPAC celebrates the songs of Peggy Lee & Frank Sinatra in a New Jersey celebration of iconic music. Don't miss this unforgettable event!
Platinum pop singer-songwriter Jake Scott has shared the official music video for his touching single “One On The Way,” featuring choreography from Alyx Andrushuk, as well as cameos by his wife Rachel and their son Shepherd. Jake has also announced plans for an extensive 2024 headline tour through North America and Europe.
The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) announces 2024 Winter Jazz performances including Max Roach Centennial Celebrations, All-Star Musical Exploration of Peggy Lee-Frank Sinatra, and more.
Platinum singer-songwriter Jake Scott unveils his highly anticipated debut album, Lavender. Discover the heartfelt and soulful music of this rising star. Inspired by his relationship with his wife Rachel and their growing family, Jake's honest and unfiltered lyricism on Lavender evokes feelings of euphoria through a nostalgic lens.
The album contains songs that are performed by the actors from the film including Luke Evans, Jessie Buckley, Fra Fee, Trevor Dion Nicholas and more. Produced by Timeless Films in association with Axis Studios and directed by Stephen Donnelly, Charles Dickens’ ageless legend is reborn in this musical adaptation of the Christmas story.
The album features previously released anthems like “Therapy,” the upbeat “f**k Our Fears” featuring GASHI, the empowering 'Nine Inch Heels,' the deeply heartfelt title track, and the wistful lead single 'Her.' World Ain’t Ready, written by JESSIKA and co-produced with Kyle Kelso (Kygo, Aloe Blacc, Galantis), is a testament to JESSIKA’s resilience.
Lakeshore Records and Broadway Records are set to release Sideways The Musical—Original Cast Recording digitally tomorrow, August 18 featuring original songs by Anthony Leigh Adams with lyrics by Rex Pickett and Adams. Check out two track from the new album here!
World Ain’t Ready, written by JESSIKA and co-produced with Kyle Kelso (Kygo, Aloe Blacc, Galantis), is a testament to JESSIKA’s resilience, passion, and extraordinary circumstances that shaped her artistic vision. Notably, the album came to life while JESSIKA covertly inhabited the BMG Nashville office.
West Windsor Arts is marking the unofficial start of summer by officially announcing its 2023 lineup of free summer concerts. West Windsor Arts is once again presenting a summer music series that offers more than three great concerts.
The fully renovated State Theatre New Jersey presents LeAnn Rimes the story...so far tour on Saturday, May 20 at 8pm. Opening for LeAnn Rimes is special guest, Williams Honor. Tickets range from $39-$69.
Platinum pop singer-songwriter Jake Scott has released Live 2022, his new album recorded during the “Lavender” fall headline tour last year. The effort captures Scott’s high-energy, engaging performances and deeply authentic, heartfelt songwriting that has resonated with audiences nationwide. Watch the music video now!
UK-born and New York-based singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer JESSIKA shares her empowering new single “Nine Inch Heels” via BMG. Written by JESSIKA and co-produced with Kyle Kelso (Kygo, Aloe Blacc, Galantis), “Nine Inch Heels” follows previously released singles “World Ain’t Ready,” and “Her.”
Soul and R&B singer-songwriter Allen Stone released his new upbeat groove “Magic,” which is available now via ATO Records. The single was produced by Solomonophonic (Remi Wolf) and mixed by Grammy Award-winning Manny Marroquin (Mary J. Blige, Lizzo, Kendrick Lamar).
Written by JESSIKA and co-produced with Kyle Kelso (Kygo, Aloe Blacc, Galantis), “World Ain’t Ready” explores the notion that sometimes despite the strong desire of two people to be together, various circumstances and timing may hinder relationships from reaching their full potential. The song follows the previously released “Her.”
JESSIKA shares her debut single “Her.' The song, written by JESSIKA and co-produced with Kyle Kelso (Kygo, Aloe Blacc, Galantis), explores her personal experience of observing an ex moving on, while simultaneously resonating with listeners as it touches on the universal theme of heartache.
Lewisville Grand Theater has announced that multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Jackie Venson will play the Huffines Performance Hall on Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 8 p.m. Known for her beautifully complex music and blazing guitar skills, Jackie plays and sings the blues, laced with soul and R&B, which makes for a perfect mix for her smoky voice, often compared to that of Amy Winehouse.
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