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Trey Songz Returns With 'Back Home (Feat. Summer Walker)'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 30, 2020


3x GRAMMY® Award-nominated R&B superstar Trey Songz has returned from his hiatus to unveil his first new music in over a year.

2020 ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY Rescheduled For November 7
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 24, 2020


The 2020 ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY has been rescheduled for SATURDAY, NOV. 7, with the live broadcast from the Public Auditorium in Cleveland, Ohio kicking off at 8:00 p.m. ET on HBO. This marks the first time the ceremony will be broadcast live on the network.

February Shows Announced At City Winery
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2020


The February lineup of acts performing at City Winery Chicago (1200 W. Randolph St) has been announced. See full details below!

Whitney Houston, Nine Inch Nails, The Notorious B.I.G Among the 2020 Rock Hall of Fame Inductees
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 15, 2020


The names of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's 2020 Inductees have been released. They are:

Trey Songz Celebrates 10th Anniversary of Landmark Album
by Abigail Charpentier - Sep 4, 2019


Atlantic Records recording artist Trey Songz is celebrating the 10th anniversary of his landmark third album with special discounts and a wide range of high profile activity. READY is available at all music retailers and streaming services with special discounts.

Music Biz 2019 Conference Panels, Keynotes, and Award Winners
by Tori Hartshorn - May 1, 2019


Music Biz 2019, powered by the Music Business Association, will take place Sunday, May 5 through Wednesday, May 8 at the luxurious JW Marriott Nashville. Heralded year after year for its slate of educational programming, the Annual Conference has become the industry's premier business-focused event, and features presentations from influential industry trailblazers seldom seen at other events.

Peter Frampton to Receive Chairman's Award at Music Biz 2019
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 26, 2019


The Music Business Association (Music Biz) will honor GRAMMY Award-winning musician, singer and songwriter Peter Frampton with the Chairman's Award for Sustained Creative Achievement at the Music Biz 2019 Awards & Hall of Fame Dinner sponsored by BuzzAngle Music, City National Bank, Cracker Barrel, Jammber, and TiVo. The ceremony will take place on Tuesday, May 7 at 7:30 pm as part of the Music Biz 2019 Conference set for May 5-8 at the luxurious JW Marriott in downtown Nashville.

HBO to Air 2019 ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 23, 2019


The Cure, Def Leppard, Janet Jackson, Stevie Nicks, Radiohead, Roxy Music and The Zombies are the inductees on the exclusive HBO special 2019 ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY, debuting SATURDAY, APRIL 27 (8:00-11:00 p.m. ET/PT). This year's ceremony boasted a star-studded array of guests and presenters, including Harry Styles, Janelle Monae, Don Henley, Brian May, David Byrne, Simon Le Bon, John Taylor, Trent Reznor, Ian Hunter and Susanna Hoffs.

Luke Combs to Perform at Music Biz 2019
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 11, 2019


The Music Business Association (Music Biz) is thrilled to announce CMA and ACM Award-winning Country Music artist Luke Combs as the featured performer for its 2019 Awards & Hall of Fame Dinner on Tuesday, May 7. Also taking the stage will be rising Country artists Kassi Ashton, Danielle Bradbery and Cassadee Pope during the CMA Breakfast on Monday, May 6. Music Biz 2019 takes place May 5-8 at the luxurious JW Marriott Nashville.

Music Biz Announces 2019 Hall of Fame Inductees
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 26, 2019


The Music Business Association (Music Biz) today announces this year's inductees for its Music Business Hall of Fame, including the late Sir George Martin, who will be inducted by his son Giles Martin. This year's honorees will be recognized during the Music Biz 2019 Awards & Hall of Fame Dinner -- sponsored by BuzzAngle Music, City National Bank, Cracker Barrel, Jammber, and TiVo -- as part of Music Biz's Annual Conference on Tuesday, May 7 at 7 pm.

Hall & Oates Announced For Cork Live At The Marquee 2019
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2019


“Rich Girl”, “Kiss on My List,” “Private Eyes”, “I Can't Go For That (No Can Do)”, “Maneater” and “Out of Touch” are just some of the songs that have made Hall & Oates the number-one selling duo in music history.

Trey Songz Unveils New Track CHI CHI
by Tori Hartshorn - Feb 4, 2019


Since making his recording debut in 2005, Grammy-nominated singer, actor, entrepreneur and Virginia native Trey Songz has patiently and artfully crafted some of the most acclaimed and compelling R&B music of the decade. His first two Songbook Entertainment/Atlantic albums, 'I GOTTA MAKE IT' (2005) and 'TREY DAY' (2007), yielded a trio of top ten singles, 'Girl Tonight,' 'Last Time,' and 'Can't Help But Wait.' He later followed up with READY (2009), PASSION, PAIN & PLEASURE (2010), the triumphant #1 RIAA Gold-Certified album CHAPTER V (2012), TRIGGA (2014), which debuted at #1 on the Billboard charts and TREMAINE THE ALBUM (2017).

Clarence Avant To Be Honored With The GRAMMY Salute To Industry Icons Award
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 25, 2019


The Recording Academy and Clive Davis will present the annual Pre-GRAMMY® Gala on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019, at The Beverly Hilton, the evening preceding the 61st Annual GRAMMY Awards®. As part of the celebration, Clarence Avant will be recognized as the 2019 GRAMMY Salute To Industry Icons® honoree for his groundbreaking contributions to the music industry.

JAMBALAYA: THE MUSICAL Comes to the Orpheum Theater
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2019


See Jambalaya the Musical LIVE at the Orpheum Theater in Downtown New Orleans today, January 24th at 8 pm. Doors open at 7 pm.

JAMBALAYA: THE MUSICAL Comes to the Orpheum Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jan 1, 2019


See Jambalaya the Musical LIVE at the Orpheum Theater in Downtown New Orleans on Thursday, January 24th at 8 pm. Doors open at 7 pm.

Trey Songz Celebrates Birthday With Double Mixtape Release
by Tori Hartshorn - Nov 28, 2018


As he celebrates his birthday, Grammy-nominated artist, actor and entrepreneur Trey Songz returns to introduce his latest project, 11.28. The double mixtape sees appearances from Chris Brown, Swae Lee, Fabolous, Jeremih, Dave East and more. It also includes the recently released tracks “How Dat Sound” (feat. 2 Chainz & Yo Gotti) and “Shootin Shots” (feat Ty Dolla $ign & Tory Lanez).

The Legendary Jim Messina And His Band Come to the Harris Center
by BWW News Desk - Nov 3, 2018


Jim Messina's legacy spans five decades and three acclaimed rock super groups: Loggins & Messina, Buffalo Springfield, and Poco. And he's had a vibrant solo career, plus a dizzying array of producing and engineering credits for such luminaries as The Doors, Joni Mitchell, and Herb Alpert. Performing with his band in Folsom, the concert will include songs we all know and love, from across his storied career. Get ready for "…a splendid good-timey sensibility and professionalism" (Los Angeles Times).

Trey Songz Releases New Song SHOOTIN SHOTS Featuring Ty Dolla $ign & Tory Lanez
by Tori Hartshorn - Nov 1, 2018


Since making his recording debut in 2005, Grammy-nominated singer, actor, entrepreneur and Virginia native Trey Songz has patiently and artfully crafted some of the most acclaimed and compelling R&B music of the decade.  His first two Songbook Entertainment/Atlantic albums, “I GOTTA MAKE IT” (2005) and “TREY DAY” (2007), yielded a trio of top ten singles, “Girl Tonight,” “Last Time,” and “Can't Help But Wait.”

The Legendary Jim Messina And His Band Come to the Harris Center
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2018


Jim Messina's legacy spans five decades and three acclaimed rock super groups: Loggins & Messina, Buffalo Springfield, and Poco. And he's had a vibrant solo career, plus a dizzying array of producing and engineering credits for such luminaries as The Doors, Joni Mitchell, and Herb Alpert. Performing with his band in Folsom, the concert will include songs we all know and love, from across his storied career. Get ready for "…a splendid good-timey sensibility and professionalism" (Los Angeles Times).

2018 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Debuting 5/5, Brings an All-Star Music Night to HBO
by Tori Hartshorn - May 1, 2018


Bon Jovi, The Cars, Nina Simone, The Moody Blues, Dire Straits and Sister Rosetta Tharpe are the inductees in the exclusive HBO special 2018 ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY, debuting SATURDAY, MAY 5 (8:00-11:00 p.m. ET/PT). This year's ceremony boasted a star-studded array of guests and presenters, including May J. Blige, Jerry Cantrell, Felicia Collins, Andra Day, Brandon Flowers, Brittany Howard, Questlove, Paul Shaffer, Howard Stern, Steven Van Zandt and Ann Wilson.

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