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Words From the Wings: Destini Hendricks From THE WIZ

As part of our Words From the Wings series, we're chatting with Destini Hendricks, who is currently appearing in The Wiz. Destini told us all about her backstage routines, must-haves, and more!

Rap Icon Nas Joins Creative And Producing Team For BEAT STREET Stage Adaptation

GRAMMY Award-winning rap icon Nas announced that he has joined the creative team adapting the groundbreaking 1984 hip-hop film classic into a Broadway musical. Additional creative team members will be announced in coming weeks.

SLEEP NO MORE to Play Final Performance in September

Sleep No More will play its final performance on Sunday, September 29. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Performers and Presenters for 2024 Songwriters Hall of Fame Gala Includes Carrie Underwood, Kevin Bacon & More

Trey Anastasio, Kevin Bacon and Michael Bacon p/k/a The Bacon Brothers, Cary Barlowe, Andra Day, Rodney Chrome, El Debarge, Missy Elliott, Jason Isbell, Nile Rodgers, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Deniece Williams and Paul Williams will either present and/or perform at the 53rd Annual Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Dinner slated for Thursday, June 13th at the Marriot Marquis Hotel in New York City.

Alfie Templeman and Nile Rodgers Team Up for New Single 'Just A Dance'

Just days away from the arrival of his eagerly-anticipated sophomore album Radiosoul, 21-year-old UK artist Alfie Templeman has debuted the final preview of the project: “Just A Dance,” his seismic collaboration with guitar maestro and producer Nile Rodgers. A dueling harmony of two virtuosic guitarists, the disco-filled track grooves like a late-night strut under the glow of neon lights. Listen to the single now!

Alfie Templeman Debuts New Single 'Beckham' From Forthcoming LP

With his sophomore album Radiosoul dawning on the horizon, 21-year-old UK artist Alfie Templeman has released his new single “Beckham”. The song is a collaboration with sought-after producer Dan Carey (Wet Leg, Fontaines D.C.). An acid-dipped indie-pop cut, the track centers around a formative moment in adolescence: taking the leap of faith and relocating to a big city. Listen to the song now!

Legendary Songwriter Cindy Walker Posthumously Inducted Into The Songwriters Hall Of Fame

Legendary country songwriter Cindy Walker has been posthumously inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, recognizing her enduring legacy in music.

Keith Urban to Bring Exclusive Show to Las Vegas This Fall

Fontainebleau Las Vegas, the newest luxury resort and casino to debut on the Las Vegas Strip, will welcome “Keith Urban’s HIGH in Vegas,” 10 exclusive performances from four-time GRAMMY® Award winner Keith Urban, kicking off Friday, Oct. 4, 2024. “Keith Urban’s HIGH in Vegas” will feature new music from his forthcoming album, slated for release this fall, with songs not yet played live, including his new single “Messed Up As Me,” as well as “Straight Line” and “Go Home W U” (with Lainey Wilson).

Fantasia Orchestra To Make BBC Proms Debut This Summer

FANTASIA ORCHESTRA will make their debut at the BBC Proms this summer, performing alongside renowned artists Sheku and Braimah Kanneh-Mason and Plínio Fernandes.

Idina Menzel Will Bring TAKE ME OR LEAVE ME Tour to the Charleston Gaillard Center

Multi-platinum-selling singer/songwriter and Tony Award-winning performer, Idina Menzel announced the “Take Me or Leave Me Tour” in North America this upcoming Summer 2024, including a stop at the Charleston Gaillard Center on Saturday, August 3.

Park Avenue Artists Expands Booking Division With New Talent And Leadership

Park Avenue Artists has expanded both its artist roster and its executive team in its booking division. This division extends PAA's mission to transform how artists and agents collaborate to build meaningful, sustainable, creatively groundbreaking careers for some of the world's most talented musicians and performers. 

Seun Kuti Joins Nubiyan Twist on New Single 'Carry Me'

Nubiyan Twist presents another big hitter from their upcoming album ‘Find Your Flame’ with the release of their new single ‘Carry Me’ featuring Nigeria's modern day torch-bearer of Afrobeat, Seun Kuti. In ‘Carry Me’, the narrative unfolds from the perspective of a child coming to grips with their parents' hardships, paying homage to the resilience of all mothers and parental figures struggling in the shadows. Listen to the song here!

Tony-Winner Alex Newell To Headline COMMUNITEA DANCE LGBTQ+ Pride Celebration

Join the Arsht Center's free LGBTQ+ Pride celebration, CommuniTEA Dance, returning June 9 with star Alex Newell.

Mark Knopfler's New Album 'One Deep River' Out Now

One Deep River, the eagerly awaited tenth solo studio album from Mark Knopfler, has just debuted. The new LP offers an unstoppable flow of future Knopfler classics, with their customarily learned lyrics and refined guitar textures. They draw on a lifetime of genre-crossing ingredients and influences in blues, folk, rock and beyond. Listen to the album here!

Patti LuPone & More Set for Bay Street Theater Music Mondays Season

Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts will present the return of MUSIC MONDAYS. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.

Nubiyan Twist Unveils A Soulful Track 'All The Same' From Forthcoming LP

Discover Nubiyan Twist's latest soulful track, 'All The Same', from their upcoming album. Dive into the unique blend of jazz, hip-hop, and afrobeat that sets this band apart. This captivating piece showcases the honeyed vocals of longtime feature Ria Moran, complemented by the distinct presence of core member Nick Richards.

Peel Share New Single 'Cycle' From New Album 'Acid Star'

Discover PEEL's new single 'Cycle', a fresh release from their debut album 'Acid Star', set to launch on March 29th via Innovative Leisure. The creative partnership of Sean Cimino and Isom Innis, their bond was initially formed as touring members of Foster The People (now both official members live & on record).

San Francisco Symphony Music Director Esa-Pekka Salonen Announced As 2024 Polar Music Prize Laureate

Esa-Pekka Salonen, renowned conductor and composer, has been named the 2024 Polar Music Prize Laureate.

The Ramona Flowers Single 'Up All Night' Ft. Nile Rodgers Climb On U.S. Charts

The UK's The Ramona Flowers' infectious single “Up All Night,'' featuring the legendary Nile Rodgers, continues its upward trajectory on the U.S. radio charts, currently curently sitting at #27 on the Alt Radio Chart. Since it debuted the song has amassed over 1.2 millions streams on Spotify, and peaked at #25 on the Top 40 New Music chart.

Diane Warren to Receive Johnny Mercer Award at the 2024 Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala

Diane Warren will be honored with the prestigious Johnny Mercer Award at the 2024 Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala in New York City on June 13, 2024. Other notable inductees include Hillary Lindsey, Timbaland, and R.E.M. The award reflects whose body of work upholds the gold standard set by the legendary Johnny Mercer.