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Review: Songbook Sundays' HOAGY CARMICHAEL Tribute at Dizzy's Is Delightful
by Rob Lester - Oct 17, 2024

Classy standards done with high-class talent are always on the menu at Dizzy's in the series curated and hosted by Deborah Grace Winer. The October edition on 10/13 featuring standards with music by Hoagy Carmichael was a sure bet.

Review: Patti LuPone Splendidly Sings of A LIFE IN NOTES
by R. Scott Reedy - Apr 3, 2024

In the past few years, Patti LuPone has resigned from Actor’s Equity Association and suspended her legendary Broadway career, but as she proved with her Celebrity Series of Boston performance at Symphony Hall on April 2, the three-time Tony Award winner can still command a concert stage.

T.3's New EP OPTION UP, Featuring Shoshana Bean & More Now Available on CD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2024

T.3, the viral vocal trio, releases their new EP 'OPTION UP' featuring Broadway special guests SHOSHANA BEAN, MORGAN JAMES, and AISHA JACKSON. Now available on CD.

Frank Sinatra's 'Platinum' Out Today Celebrating 70th Anniversary of Sinatra's Capitol Recordings
by Michael Major - Oct 27, 2023

The  44-track set features a cross-section of his most beloved songs and sought-after rarities. From the swinging “I’ve Got You Under My Skin” and ebullient “Come Fly With Me” to the breathtaking “Moonlight in Vermont” and torch song “Only The Lonely,” the set also includes previously unreleased tracks culled from the Capitol vaults.

Frank Sinatra 'Platinum' Out Next Month to Celebrate 70th Anniversary Of Capitol Recordings
by Michael Major - Sep 12, 2023

Available on 4LP, 2CD, and digital formats, the 44-track collection features a cross-section of Sinatra’s most beloved songs and sought-after rarities. From the swinging “I’ve Got You Under My Skin” and ebullient “Come Fly With Me” to the breathtaking “Moonlight in Vermont” and torch song “Only The Lonely,” the set also includes unreleased tracks.

Julie Benko & Jason Yeager to Celebrate Album HAND IN HAND With Two Shows at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 25, 2022

The married musical team of Julie Benko and Jason Yeager will celebrate Hand in Hand – their debut duet album from CLUB44 RECORDS – with two very special New York concerts at 54 Below on Monday, November 7 at 9:30 PM and Sunday, December 4 at 7:00 PM.

Disney+ Shares PINOCCHIO Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
by Michael Major - Sep 16, 2022

Featuring “When You Wish Upon a Star,” “I’ve Got No Strings” and “Hi Diddle Dee Dee” (“The Actor’s Life”)—the filmmakers included additional songs in their live action version. Oscar nominees Alan Silvestri, who composed the film’s background score and has teamed with Zemeckis on 19 films, and Glen Ballard collaborated on the new original songs.

Review: Freda Payne and her 'Band' of Gold Marvel in ELLA: FIRST LADY OF SONG at The Madison Theatre At Molloy College
by Nicholas Pontolillo - Aug 28, 2022

What did our critic think of ELLA: FIRST LADY OF SONG at The Madison Theatre At Molloy College?

Exclusive: Hear Julie Benko And Jason Yeager Sing 'If I Were A Bell' From Their Duets Album HAND IN HAND
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 25, 2022

Hand in Hand – the debut duet album from the married musical team of Julie Benko and Jason Yeager – is available for pre-order. The full album will be released on CD and in digital and streaming formats on Friday, August 26.

Listen: Julie Benko & Jason Yeager Share 'Louisiana Fairy Tale' From Upcoming 'Hand In Hand' Album
by Michael Major - Aug 12, 2022

The married couple's upcoming album, 'Hand in Hand,' includes theater favorites (“People” from Funny Girl, “All I’ve Ever Known” from Hadestown), jazz standards (“The Nearness of You,”), and pop hits (“Mercedes Benz”), in addition to Yeager’s original songs. Watch a feature on the making of the album and listen to the new single now!

Review: JOHN MINNOCK at 54 Below by Guest Reviewer Andrew Poretz
by Stephen Mosher - Aug 11, 2022

Jazz devotee Andrew Poretz checks out John Minnock's latest concert as a guest reviewer for Broadway World Cabaret.

Karen Mason Releases New Single 'Let the Music Play'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2021

KAREN MASON – the acclaimed Broadway star and concert artist – has announced the release of her new single, the powerful and timely title track from the upcoming album Let the Music Play, today Friday, October 15.

Karen Mason To Release New Album LET THE MUSIC PLAY on November 12th; First Single Drops October 16th
by Stephen Mosher - Sep 30, 2021

'Halston' cast member returns to her musical roots with new album produced by Paul Rolnick.

Karen Mason to Release New Album LET THE MUSIC PLAY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2021

KAREN MASON – the acclaimed Broadway star and concert artist – has announced the release of her new album Let the Music Play, which will be released Friday, November 12 in all digital formats and on CD from Zevely Records