Aretha Franklin News

From George Gershwin's 'Someone to Watch Over Me' to Gloria Gaynor's 'I Will Survive' and from Aretha Franklin's 'R.E.S.P.E.C.T' to Nancy Sinatra's 'These Boots Are Made for Walking,' the international hit musical Respect: A Musical Journey of Women recounts the exciting story of women in the 20th century through Top 40 songs.

On Saturday, January 15, New York-based writer/actress Ebony Washington returns to the New York City stage with a much-anticipated new production of her acclaimed CROSSLINES: A Black Woman's Perspective on American Politics at the Spoon Theater in Midtown, NYC.

After a sold-out run at the Apollo Theater Salon Series, internationally acclaimed Burnt Sugar Arkestra, Tony nominee Brandon Victor Dixon (Color Purple, Lion King and Unchain My Heart) and Director Patricia McGregor (Fela!) present a one-night only tribute concert of Indomitable: James Brown The Music and The Man on Friday, December 17, 2010.

New Line Theatre, 'the Bad Boy of Musical Theatre,' will open the company's season of rock theatre in October 2011 with the St. Louis premiere of PASSING STRANGE, the all-black Broadway musical about a young man searching for meaning and authenticity in our contemporary world.

Overnight music sensations online are growing faster than you can say YouTube. Cover artist Keenan Cahill, indie sensations Pomplamoose, and pop star Owl City (whose recording career is now anchored at a major label and all over terrestrial radio stations) - are just three strong examples of creative music artists who started out as Internet phenoms.

Shoshana Bean has returned home to New York City after a string of twelve sold out engagements at Barre Vermont in Los Angeles with an all-new show.

SHOSHANA BEAN returns home to New York City after a string of twelve sold out engagements at Barre Vermont in Los Angeles with an all-new show.

From George Gershwin's "Someone to Watch Over Me" to Gloria Gaynor's "I Will Survive" and from Aretha Franklin's "R.E.S.P.E.C.T" to Nancy Sinatra's "These Boots Are Made for Walking," the international hit musical Respect: A Musical Journey of Women recounts the exciting story of women in the 20th century through Top 40 songs.

Yesterday evening, Love took the stage of the Nederlander Theatre to join the cast of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET in the special encore. Love has been hailed as one of the greatest singers in pop music starting with her first number one recording, 'He's A Rebel,' through her string of label hits with legendary producer Phil Spector, including 'Da Doo Ron Ron,' 'He's Sure The Boy I'm Gonna Marry,' and 'Christmas Baby Please Come Home.' Love was recently nominated for the third time to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Sam is honored to record this duet with the legendary Miranda Sings, known for her interpretations of popular music from Katy Perry, Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Celine Dion, Michael Jackson, Shakira, Justin Bieber, Aretha Franklin, and a multitude of Broadway songs and so many others. Click below for the just released music video of the duet between Harris and Sings, featuring music and lyrics by Nat Kipner and John McIntyre Vallins.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, Broadway's new hit musical, welcomes Darlene Love to the cast of the Tony nominated Best Musical for a special performance during the finale of the Thursday evening, December 9 performance at the Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street).

Joe Chambers and M'Boom Re-percussion Concert and Clinic/Demonstration Thursday, December 9th 9:30 a.m. Chester High School, Chester, Pa.

Unfortunately, due to medical reasons, Aretha Franklin's "This Christmas" concert at the Fox Theatre has been cancelled. The show was originally scheduled at the Fox Theatre on Thursday, Dec. 9 at 7:30 p.m.

The legendary Barbra Streisand will be honored by the Recording Academy as the MusiCares Person of the Year. She will be acknowledged for her achievements at a February 11 dinner and concert, which is to feature performances by Kristin Chenoweth, Tony Bennett, Stevie Wonder, Herbie Hancock, Barry Manilow, Diana Krall, and more. Also set for appearances are GLEE cast members Lea Michele, Matthew Morrison and Darren Criss.

B.B. King Blues Club & Grill is located at 237 West 42nd Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues) New York, NY 10036

After a sold-out run at the Apollo Theater Salon Series, internationally acclaimed Burnt Sugar Arkestra, Tony nominee Brandon Victor Dixon (Color Purple, Lion King and Unchain My Heart) and Director Patricia McGregor (Fela!) present a one-night only tribute concert of Indomitable: James Brown The Music and The Man on Friday, December 17, 2010.

Katy Perry, Sugarland, Keri Hilson, Nicki Minaj, Paramore and Grace Potter saluted America's armed service men and women in signature VH1 Divas style tonight with blow-out performances from military bases around the world

The Boston Pops and conductor Keith Lockhart launch their beloved Holiday five-city concert series throughout the Northeast on December 4 in Storrs, CT, sharing a New England holiday tradition with audiences throughout the region.

SHOSHANA BEAN returns home to New York City after a string of twelve sold out engagements at Barre Vermont in Los Angeles with an all-new show.

DAVE KOZ & FRIENDS are celebrating the joys of the season with A Smooth Jazz Christmas 2010. Koz's 13th anniversary holiday tour will hit the Van Wezel on Sunday November 28, at 7 p.m.