Aretha Franklin News

A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN, the new musical, just announced casting for the upcoming Broadway production opening at the Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street).

THE LEGENDS SERIES is returning to Bay Street Theatre on Friday, September 20 at 8 pm. Film maker and archivist Joe Lauro will host his all new show, LEGENDS OF ROCK VOLUME 5 featuring amazing rare footage of some of the undisputed legends of American music.

Morrison Hotel Gallery is thrilled to partner exclusively with Antiquorum Auctioneers on Tuesday, October 8, 2013, delving deep into the photo archives of the gallery and offering one of the most complete photography auctions ever presented to the international community, presenting over 300 iconic images and unique items.

Shoshana Bean will perform a special one-night-only concert at the Historic Hemet Theater, tonight, August 23, 2013 at 8:00 pm. Doors open at 7:00 pm.

With an all-time total of 16 Grammy Awards between them, multi-platinum superstars Toni Braxton and Kenny 'Babyface' Edmonds have finally teamed up for their first album of duets together, 'Love, Marriage & Divorce', arriving in stores December 3rd on Motown Records.

With an all-time total of 16 Grammy Awards between them, multi-platinum superstars Toni Braxton and Kenny 'Babyface' Edmonds have finally teamed up for their first album of duets together, 'Love, Marriage & Divorce', arriving in stores December 3rd on Motown Records. The album celebrates the strong bond that has been in place between the two artists ever since Babyface and Toni's duet on her smash 1992 debut, 'Give U My Heart,' which was co-written and co-produced by Babyface (from the Boomerang movie soundtrack).

With an all-time total of 16 Grammy Awards between them, multi-platinum superstars Toni Braxton and Kenny 'Babyface' Edmonds have finally teamed up for their first album of duets together, LOVE, MARRIAGE & DIVORCE, arriving in stores December 3rd on Motown Records. The album celebrates the strong bond that has been in place between the two artists ever since Babyface and Toni's duet on her smash 1992 debut, 'Give U My Heart,' which was co-written and co-produced by Babyface (from the Boomerang movie soundtrack).

CONVERSE Inc. debuts the Fall 2013 Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Wiz Khalifa collection featuring 12 new styles inspired by the artist's rebellious and fashion-forward style. The collaboration marks Khalifa's first ever footwear collection and celebrates the artist's eye for bold details and subtle luxury. The new collection incorporates several unique accents including the Wiz Khalifa collection signature logo tab on each design, while staying true to the iconic Chuck Taylor All Star silhouette.

Jennifer Hudson, Academy award winner and star of Bishop T.D. Jakes' new film, 'Winnie Mandela,' is slated to appear at the International Faith and Family Film Festival in Dallas

Tarpan Records is pleased to announce the national release of Thunder 2013, a new full length album by Narada Michael Walden on September 17th 2013.

The Colony Theatre is thrilled to present the West Coast Premiere of BREATH AND IMAGINATION: The Story of Roland Hayes, a true story by Daniel Beaty, directed by Saundra McClain, with Musical Direction by Rahn Coleman. BREATH AND IMAGINATION will preview on Wednesday, September 11; Thursday, September 12; and Friday, September 13 at 8:00pm and will open on Saturday, September 14 at 8:00pm and continue through Sunday, October 13.

The Marsh presents new opening dates for the World Premiere of THE SCION, a tale of privilege, murder, and sausage performed by award-winning performer Brian Copeland (Not a Genuine Black Man, The Waiting Period). Written by Brian Copeland, developed by Brian Copeland and David Ford, and directed by David Ford, THE SCION will be performed in workshop October 4 – 26, 2013 and will receive its World Premiere January 9 – March 1, 2014 (press opening February 1) at The Marsh San Francisco, 1062 Valencia Street.

Legendary Bass Guitarist Michael Henderson lands his Starship in New York City at The Cutting Room Friday August 16th. 'In Concert From Motown To Miles' takes the audience on a musical journey of Michael's career. From his beginnings playing with Stevie Wonder and other Motown and Stax artists through his years with Miles Davis and his own hit making solo career. You'll hear all the hits like 'You Are My Starship', 'Wide Receiver', 'Valentine Love', 'At The Concert', 'Take Me, I'm Yours', and 'Be My Girl' plus many more. Don't miss this one night only show!

Tom Dempsey will release his new album 'Saucy' (Planet Arts 301318) on September 17, 2013, featuring: Tom Dempsey - Guitars; Ron Oswanski - Organ; and Alvin Atkinson - Drums.

Shoshana Bean will perform a special one-night-only concert at the Historic Hemet Theater, August 23, 2013 at 8:00 pm.

Once again, 'La Musica No Se Toca' from Alejandro Sanz maintains its position as one of the 10 most sold pop albums in the U.S. and Puerto Rico, forty-four weeks after its release according to the Soundscan monitoring system published by Billboard magazine.

'One of the greatest singers of all time,' according to Rolling Stone, Darlene Love steps into the St. Regis Big Stars, Bright Nights spotlight tonight, August 4. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee will be joined by a one-night-only selection of similarly profound musicians hailing from Muscle Shoals, a hotbed of talent and stardom known as the 'Singing River.' Show starts at 7 p.m. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Concert will be held at Deer Valley Resort's Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater.

Get ready to groove as Pacific Symphony and Music Director Carl St. Clair deliver music's greatest hits-from the last four centuries! Think 'American Bandstand' with a European twist: Great pop, rock and soul hits are mixed with favorite classical pieces for the Symphony's third concert of Summer Festival 2013, presented by Hoag. For this whirlwind 'best of' night, the Symphony shares the stage with the 40-piece dance band, J.T. and Friends, for a sonic 'Roll Over Beethoven-From Bach to Rock.'

Curating worldwide video archives with rare footage from the vaults, 60s GIRL GROOVES (MY MUSIC) is part of special programming premiering on PBS stations beginning August 3, 2013(check local listings).

Singing legend Tony Bennett returns to the Hollywood Bowl stage for the first time since 2005, in a special one-night-only performance, tonight, August 2, at 8 pm.