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DAVID BYRNE'S AMERICAN UTOPIA Joins Criterion Collection
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 15, 2025

The Criterion Collection, the media label dedicated to spotlighting some of the world's greatest films, will release David Byrne's American Utopia on physical platforms this December.

Video: How Broadway's AMERICAN UTOPIA Led David Byrne to Stand-Up Comedy
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 4, 2025

During a recent visit to The Tonight Show, Tony Award-winner David Byrne shared how his American Utopia stage show led him to an unexpected side gig. Watch the interview now!

Tony Winner David Byrne Sets New Album and World Tour 'Who Is The Sky?'
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2025

David Byrne, Tony Award-winning creator of Broadway's American Utopia and Here Lies Love, has announced Who Is the Sky?, his first new album since 2018’s acclaimed and award-winning American Utopia album.

Peppe Voltarelli To Make His Club Passim Debut In January
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2024

Calabrian singer-songwriter Peppe Voltarelli will share his diverse catalog of music on January 21st at Club Passim.

Cyro Baptista Will Lead CHAMA Ensemble at NJPA's Horizon Sounds of the City
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2024

World Renowned Brazilian Percussionist Cyro Baptista to Lead CHAMA Ensemble at NJPA's Horizon Sounds of the City on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 5pm taking place at Chambers Plaza 1 Center Street in Newark, NJ.

Federico Aubele Shares New LP 'Time Drips On My Bed' & 'Silent Film' Single
by Michael Major - Oct 13, 2023

Discover the meditative sounds of Aubele's latest studio album. Brooklyn-based Argentine singer/songwriter Federico Aubele shares his meditative seventh studio album Time Drips On My Bed out everywhere now. Alongside the full project, Aubele shares Spanish guitar-driven track and video 'Silent Film' out now.

American Composers Orchestra Hosts 2nd Creative Catalyst Awards, Honoring Paquito D'Rivera, Dr. Indira Etwaroo, and Edward Yim
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2023

The American Composers Orchestra (ACO) will present an evening of honors and performances during its second annual Gala and Creative Catalyst Awards on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 6:00PM. Learn more about the gala and find out how to attend here!

American Composers Orchestra to Host 2nd Annual Creative Catalyst Awards Honoring Paquito D'Rivera & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 21, 2023

The American Composers Orchestra will present an evening of honors and performances during its second annual Gala and Creative Catalyst Awards on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 6:00PM.

Ars Nova Workshop Reveals Fall 2023 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2023

 Ars Nova Workshop has announced its fall 2023 season, featuring more than two dozen acclaimed artists spanning the broad spectrum of exploratory and experimental music. Learn more about the upcoming lineup of events here!

Michael Blake to Release Brazilian-Infused 'Dance of the Mystic Bliss'
by Michael Major - Mar 13, 2023

Dance of the Mystic Bliss also marks Blake’s recording debut (as a leader) on flute, an instrument he spent time woodshedding during lockdown. In a 25-year career spanning 15 albums, not to mention innovative stints with the Lounge Lizards, the Jazz Composers Collective and much more, the 58-year-old Blake is reaching for new sounds.

David Byrne Releases New Song 'Fat Man's Comin''
by Michael Major - Dec 2, 2022

David Byrne has released a new holiday song, “Fat Man’s Comin’,” out now (December 2), exclusively through Bandcamp, accompanied by his hand-drawn storyboards for a decade-old, never-produced Bandcamp-exclusive video now reconstituted into a fresh clip. Originally written in 2013 and produced/arranged by Jherek Bischoff.

Met Opera Dancers Join Forces To Produce Art Bath Salon Seres
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2022

The producers of Art Bath announced their fall season of immersive performance salons, offering an opportunity to see some of New York City's most innovative performing artists. The intimate salons will take place on September 24, November 12, and December 3 at 8:00 p.m. at Manhattan's Blue Building.

Loren Beri Shares Debut EP 'Stray Cat Kingdom'
by Michael Major - Jul 20, 2022

Loren Berí shares long-awaited debut EP, Stray Cat Kingdom, which chronicles Berí's own fictionalized version of New York City. The five track collection, out everywhere now, was written and recorded by Berí and inspired by his own community of artists and creatives he found while living in Brooklyn.

Loren Beri Shares New Single 'Genesis 2.0' Ahead of Debut EP
by Michael Major - Jun 22, 2022

Loren Berí, releases his new single, “Genesis 2.0'–a deeply personal track. Similar to Beri's recent releases, today's offering brings listeners back into the fictionalized version of New York City created by the musician, called the Stray Cat Kingdom. Loren Berí's debut EP of the same name is a five-track collection written and recorded by Berí.

Loren Beri Shares Single 'Greta's Inn' Feat. Kishi Bashi Ahead of Debut EP
by Michael Major - May 25, 2022

Picking up where 'Prince V,' left off, the two narrate the story of characters they find in an otherworldly tavern, Greta's Inn, in a fictionalized version of New York City. Loren Berí's debut EP, Stray Cat Kingdom, a five-track collection written and recorded by Berí, is available for pre-order now.

Federico Aubele Shares Cinematic Single 'The Sacrifice'
by Michael Major - Apr 27, 2022

Brooklyn-based Argentine singer/songwriter Federico Aubele shares the third, cinematic track, and its accompanying self-directed video, 'The Sacrifice,' today from his forthcoming LP, The Holographic Moon. 'The Sacrifice,' produced by Aubele himself, brings listeners to the center of a swelling storm.

VIDEO: Delicate Steve Shares Video For New Track 'Playing in a Band'
by Michael Major - Apr 27, 2022

Delicate Steve has released the track “Playing in a Band” from his upcoming album ‘After Hours’ alongside a new video for the song which features some of his friends and favorite musicians playing along to the song, including Kevin Morby, Waxahatchee, Nels Cline of Wilco, Cassandra Jenkins and more.

National Sawdust Gala Series to Present JUGGLING & SONG: NECESSARY MOVEMENT and More
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2022

National Sawdust brings the celebration home to its intimate performance space with a Gala Series celebrating the National Sawdust belief that artistic and musical expression helps us all create a more joyful and just world. The National Sawdust Gala Series raises needed financial support specifically designated for its professional development and mentorship work including its Artist-In-Residence program and the Hildegard Competition, our mentorship initiative highlighting outstanding female and nonbinary composers in the early stages of their careers.

National Sawdust Hosts The Future Is… Festival and Creative Forum
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 7, 2022

Both before and throughout the pandemic, National Sawdust’s mission has been to provide artists with financial and creative opportunities, audiences with access to groundbreaking work presented in remarkably high fidelity, and to support young creators by means of a rigorous mentorship network. These three goals serve as the inspirations for The Future Is… Festival, which takes place June 7 through June 16, features work by 6 composers and choreographers developing new work through residencies co-produced with the Center for Ballet and the Arts at NYU, and funded by the Virginia B. Toulmin Foundation.

Student Blog: How Did I Get Here?
by Student Blogger: Kat Mokrynski - Apr 5, 2022

It all started in November of 2021 when one of my friends was visiting New York City for the first time. Being the theatre fan I am, I insisted that we saw a Broadway show together. He suggested a show called David Byrne’s American Utopia. “Sounds good to me,” I responded, “but quick question - Who’s David Byrne?”