Matt Johnson

Matt Johnson & The New Jet Set Will Bring A JET SET CHRISTMAS! to Sierra Madre Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2025

Matt Johnson & The New Jet Set will bring A Jet Set Christmas! to Sierra Madre Playhouse for two performances, December 20 and 21, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. The show will feature jazz-infused arrangements of holiday classics, Christmas carols, and a festive sing-along, celebrating the season with the group’s signature retro sound.

BOB BAKER’S NUTCRACKER Returns to Sierra Madre Playhouse for the Holidays
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2025

The timeless holiday favorite Bob Baker’s Nutcracker returns to Sierra Madre Playhouse for 50 performances from November 29, 2025, to January 4, 2026. Featuring over 100 handcrafted puppets from the historic Bob Baker Marionette Theater.

Jane Lynch's A SWINGIN' LITTLE CHRISTMAS Adds Performance At Steppenwolf Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 9, 2024

Jane Lynch's A SWINGIN' LITTLE CHRISTMAS adds a new performance at Steppenwolf Theatre.

The The Release New Single 'Some Days I Drink My Coffee By The Grave Of William Blake'
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 29, 2024

On September 6 THE THE will release Ensoulment, their first studio album in a quarter century. Ahead of the release, they share the LP’s 3rd single, “Some Days I Drink My Coffee By The Grave Of William Blake.” 

Jane Lynch's A SWINGIN' LITTLE CHRISTMAS to Play Steppenwolf Theatre in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2024

Classic holiday tunes come to life as Steppenwolf Theatre presents Jane Lynch’s A SWINGIN’ LITTLE CHRISTMAS. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Paramount's BOLD Series Launches Third Season With PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Beginning in July
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 29, 2024

Season three of Paramount's BOLD Series will launch this summer with a new production of Peter and the Starcatcher, running July 24 through September 1.

THE THE to Release First New Studio Album in A Quarter Century 'Ensoulment'
by Josh Sharpe - May 17, 2024

THE THE, one of the most acclaimed and cherished bands of the last few decades, have announced the forthcoming release of their first album in a quarter century. Ensoulment - a 12-song album - will be released on September 6 on Cinéola / earMUSIC. Encompassing characteristic topics ranging from love & sex, war & politics, life & death – to the meaning of what it is to be human in the 21st century – Ensoulment was written, demoed and mixed at Studio Cinéola in London, the base of THE THE’s main creative force, Matt Johnson. Listen to a single now!

Sierra Madre Playhouse Presents 7 Comedy, Jazz, Chamber Music, & Family Friendly Programs In March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 16, 2024

Sierra Madre Playhouse presents a lineup of seven comedy, jazz, chamber music, and family-friendly programs in March 2024. Don't miss out on these exciting events!

Review: JANE LYNCH & KATE FLANNERY Bring the Glee to Their Office Christmas Party In A SWINGIN' LITTLE CHRISTMAS at Joe's Pub
by Bobby Patrick - Dec 9, 2023

SWINGIN’ LITTLE CHRISTMAS, should get a bit of an airing out and that gifted improvisers like Jane and Kate should spit out some of the over-chewed gum that has lost its flavor.

Sierra Madre Playhouse To Celebrate 100th Anniversary With Diverse Slate Of Programming In Spring 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2023

Sierra Madre Playhouse is gearing up to celebrate its 100th anniversary with a diverse lineup of programming in Spring 2024.

BLACKBERRY Film Coming to AMC as Limited Series
by Michael Major - Oct 23, 2023

BlackBerry stars Glenn Howerton (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia), Jay Baruchel (This Is The End), Cary Elwes (Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning, Saw), Saul Rubinek (Hunters, True Romance), Rich Sommer (The Devil Wears Prada, Mad Men), Martin Donovan (Tenet, Big Little Lies), Michael Ironside (Total Recall) and Matt Johnson (The Dirties). 

Celebrate The Holiday Season At Joe's Pub With Sandra Bernhard, Murray Hill, Everett Bradley, Jane Lynch And More!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2023

Celebrate the holiday season at Joe's Pub with a lineup of talented performers including Sandra Bernhard, Murray Hill, Everett Bradley, Jane Lynch & Kate Flannery, The Hot Sardines, and Eva Noblezada.

Matt and Kim Kick off Fall Tour This Week
by Michael Major - Sep 6, 2023

Matt and Kim's long-awaited return to the stage happens this fall on the Matt and Kim Present: The Matt and Kim Tour Featuring Matt and Kim! Known for infectious, beat-driven anthems and explosive live shows, Matt and Kim are hitting the road for the first time in 4 years bringing the party as they play hits and favorites from their back catalog.

Pilot Beer Team Up With YUCK Circus to Raise Funds for SHE Scotland at the Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2023

Known for throwing back pints of beer while fearlessly throwing themselves around on stage, all-female Australian troupe YUCK Circus have partnered with Edinburgh brewery Pilot Beer to raise money for SHE Scotland during this year’s Festival Fringe.  

Jon Regen Releases New Album 'Satisfied Mind' Feat. Ron Carter, Rob Thomas, Pino Palladino, Dave McMurray & More
by Michael Major - Jul 11, 2023

Jon Regen released his long-awaited new album Satisfied Mind via Symphonic, along with the album’s fourth single “Wake Me Up” featuring bass legend Pino Palladino. This week, after celebrating the album’s second single “Nobody But You” for seven straight weeks on their A-List playlist, Jazz FM made “Wake Me Up” their “Breakfast Track of the Week.”

Woody Harrelson & Owen Wilson Set to Star in Crime Thriller LIPS LIKE SUGAR
by Michael Major - Jul 10, 2023

Harrelson produces the film as well, along with Post Film’s Russ Posternak, Freestyle Picture Company’s Kevin Chinoy and Francesca Silvestri, 7 Deuce’s Jeremy Plager, Greg Lauritano, Subtractive’s Kyle Schember, and Zac Adams. Academy-Award nominee Will Butler (Arcade Fire) is set to compose the score.

Rufus Wainwright to Open the Louisville Orchestra's 2023 - 2024 POPS Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2023

The Louisville Orchestra in partnership with Louisville Public Media present Rufus Wainwright: Want Symphonic at The Louisville Palace on September 30, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.

Jon Regen Releases New Single 'My Song For You' Featuring Rob Thomas From 'Satisfied Mind'
by Michael Major - Jun 6, 2023

Produced by Jamiroquai’s Matt Johnson, the track began on Regen’s vintage Wurlitzer electric piano. Besides Thomas, the album also features a cast of musical luminaries like Ron Carter, Dave McMurray, Pino Palladino, Larry Goldings (James Taylor, John Mayer), Tim Lefebvre (David Bowie, Tedeschi Trucks) and others.

Seann William Scott to Star in Luke Greenfield's THE LAST BACHELOR Romantic Comedy
by Michael Major - May 5, 2023

Greenfield co-wrote the script and will also produce alongside Jason Benoit, with XYZ Films producing and financing with investment funding coming from IPR.VC. Lee Kim of Resolute Films and Entertainment is also producing. XYZ will handle world sales and introduce the film to buyers at the upcoming Marché du Film in Cannes.

Jon Regen Announces New Album 'Satisfied Mind'
by Michael Major - May 4, 2023

The track (as well as its heartfelt lyric video) features jazz icon Ron Carter and saxophonist Dave McMurray (Bob Dylan, the Rolling Stones). This week, after playlisting the album’s first single and title track, famed London radio station Jazz FM made “Nobody But You” their “Breakfast Track of the Week.”