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Idaho to Release Limited Edition Box Set; Feature Doc Streaming Now
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 11, 2024

The groundbreaking legacy of slowcore pioneers IDAHO will be celebrated with The Devil You Know [1992-1996], a landmark four-album five-disc Deluxe Limited-Edition Box Set featuring vinyl reissues of the band’s long-out-of-print and highly sought-after first three records. They also recently premiered their career-spanning feature documentary, Traces of Glory: The Musical Journey of Idaho.

T.G. Sheppard and Kelly Lang Release Single 'Because You Loved Me'
by Josh Sharpe - May 31, 2024

Country music icon T.G. Sheppard and acclaimed singer-songwriter and author Kelly Lang have released their new single and Celine Dion classic “Because You Loved Me”. This track will be included on their upcoming duets album, Chemistry: The Duets Collection. Listen to the track now!

Video: Idaho Shares Video for 'Kamikaze' Ahead of New Album
by Josh Sharpe - May 29, 2024

“Kamikaze” is the final preview before the long-anticipated arrival of Lapse, the first new album in more than 13 years from groundbreaking slowcore pioneers IDAHO. Over the course of its four-decade history, IDAHO has sustained a cult following devoted to the mysterious allure of the California band’s singular sound. Listen to the new song!

Slowcore Pioneers Idaho Share New Song; First Album in Over 13 Years Out This Month
by Josh Sharpe - May 21, 2024

Led by Laurel Canyon-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Jeff Martin since its formation in the early 90s, IDAHO has built a canon that defies the confines of indie rock, bearing the uncanny grace to stimulate equally the full spectrums of the heart, and the mind, with lush, alien four-string guitar tones draped over a ragged, elegant desertscape. Lapse is the first new album from IDAHO since the cult indie rock band's 2011 release, You Were A Dick. Listen to a single now!

Keepin' It Country Farm Sets 2024 Concert Calendar Benefiting The Love Tattoo Foundation
by Michael Major - Mar 26, 2024

Keepin' It Country Farm reveals its 2024 concert schedule featuring top country music artists. Owned by Richard and Donna Lynch, the concert series will benefit the Love Tattoo Foundation, aiding American veterans. The seven concerts will go towards supporting American veterans who have served our country and carry mental or physical scars.

Review: ALL SHOOK UP at Crown Theatre
by David Bravos - Jul 13, 2023

Rocking and rolling into Crown Theatre this month is ALL SHOOK UP, a delightful blend of Shakespearian comedies and 60s love stories all set to the songs of Elvis Presley. Rather than resting on stories and characters we know well, however, HAMA Productions made this their own and allowed the talented cast and brilliant ensemble to truly shine.

Lindsey Hinkle Will Perform at Eddie's Attic Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2022

Multi-talented singer/songwriter and recording artist Lindsey Hinkle will be performing (along with Nick Hetzler and Kelli Johnson) at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, GA on January 6, 2023.

CAGES Comes to London's Riverside Studios This September
by Stephi Wild - Aug 9, 2022

Following the phenomenal success of CAGES in Los Angeles, Scenario Two and Woolf, and The Wondershow have announced that the critically acclaimed, one-of-a-kind show will be making its way to London's Riverside Studios this September, with performances taking place from 13 September 2022 to 1 January 2023 and opening night on 21 September 2022.

BWW Review: GREASE at Royale Theatre At Planet Royale
by David Bravos - Jun 6, 2022

There is always plenty of nostalgia around GREASE, something which Drew Anthony Creative’s latest production was more than happy to tap into. The on stage cast shouldered the responsibility themselves and put on an outstanding show at an interesting and exciting new theatre in Northbridge.

BWW Review: HAPPENINGS, The Hope Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - May 23, 2022

Life has a funny way of happening. We have all these preconceptions around what it should be and what’s successfully worth living that we forget that we are experiencing one. Jane (Grace Collett) is struggling with that.

Cast Announced For INTO THE WOODS at Theatre Royal Bath; Julian Bleach, Audrey Brisson, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2022

The award-winning, experienced West End cast includes Julian Bleach [co-creator of the Olivier Award-winning Shockheaded Peter, The Grinning Man] as Mysterious Man, Audrey Brisson [Olivier nominee for Amélie, Outlander] as Cinderella, Nicola Hughes [Olivier nominee for Fosse and Porgy and Bess] as the Witch, Rhashan Stone [All About Eve at the Noël Coward, Finding Alice] as the Baker, and Alex Young [Follies at the National Theatre, South Pacific] as the Baker's Wife.  

The Country Music Cruise 2023 Announces Lineup
by Michael Major - Apr 6, 2022

The 9th Annual Country Music Cruise aboard Holland America’s stunning Nieuw Amsterdam will feature Randy Owen, Clay Walker, The Oak Ridge Boys, Mark Chesnutt, Neal McCoy, Pam Tillis, sleep At The Wheel, Johnny Lee, John Berry, Jimmy Fortune, T.G. Sheppard, Gary Morris, Darin & Brooke Aldridge, and many others.

BWW Review: IN THE UPPER ROOM at DCPA is as Good as it Gets
by Jon Bee - Mar 6, 2022

I’m all for a period piece, especially one from the 70s - see what I did there? In the world premiere of In the Upper Room by Beaufield Berry, we meet a bunch of Berrys in their family home in Omaha, Nebraska in the 1970s. A lively crew, this family is on display in a way that is relatable…and otherworldly.

Black Comedy HAPPENINGS To Play Brighton Fringe And Hope Theatre Islington
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2022

Newly Established Theatre Company, Not Your Muse, today announce that the dark comedy 'Happenings' by John Berry will play at The Walrus as part of Brighton Fringe 10-19 May, The Hope Theatre, Islington 22 & 23 May The Space - in person and livestream events on 12 June & 14 June.

Billy Waldrep Shares 'Barry Waldrep and Friends Celebrate Tony Rice' Album
by Michael Major - Dec 27, 2021

Featured artists on the new album include Jimmy Hall, Rodney Crowell, Darrell Scott, Marty Raybon, Mike Farris, Kim Richey, Warren Haynes, Vince Gill, Radney Foster, Teresa Williams & Larry Campbell,  Jim Lauderdale, John Berry, Patrick Simmons, John Paul White, Jacob Bunton, John Jorgenson, Rory Feek, Donna Hall & Kelli Johnson, and John Cowan.   

Stephen Sondheim's INTO THE WOODS Will Open at Theatre Royal Bath in August 2022
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2021

INTO THE WOODS, the legendary Stephen Sondheim musical, with book by James Lapine, is brought to life in a startling new production which opens at Theatre Royal Bath from 19 August 2022.

Barry Waldrep to Honor Tony Rice With All Star Tribute Featuring Vince Gill, John Paul White, & More
by Michael Major - Oct 11, 2021

Billy Waldrep will honor Tony Rice in a new album featuring collaborations with Vince Gill, John Paul White, Darrell Scott, Warren Haynes, and more! Preorder or pre-save the album here!

BWW Review: THE LITTLE MERMAID at Regal Theatre
by David Bravos - Sep 27, 2021

Backing up the encore season Legally Blonde, HAMA Productions have not wasted any time getting straight back to it with THE LITTLE MERMAID opening at the Regal Theatre. Whilst the cast featured many familiar faces from the Perth theatre scene, it is fair to say that it showcased the depth of talent in Perth, with many of the cast excelling in roles unlike other roles they've been in recently. The result is a wonderful reimagining of the classic Disney movie, with plenty to entertain any audience member, young or old.

New Musical Based on the Life of Luciano Pavarotti is in the Works
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2021

Learn more about the upcoming production, which will have a rehearsed run-through later this summer!

The Old Red Lion Announces New Reopening Season
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2020

Acclaimed family-run pub theatre The Old Red Lion will reopen its doors this winter with an exciting new theatrical season, once again providing quality entertainment and hospitality to North London. Partnering with another local family business, Bombay Burrito, the pub will provide substantial meals to patrons in line with the latest government regulations.