Vote For Vocalist Sarah Dash For Induction Into The NJ Hall Of Fame
by A.A. Cristi
- May 25, 2021
Sarah Dash, the award-winning vocalist, songwriter, motivational speaker, educator, entrepreneur, humanitarian and co-founder of Patti Labelle & the Bluebelles has been nominated for induction into the New Jersey Hall of Fame Class of 2021.
BWW Exclusive: Read an Unpublished Chapter About The Beach Boys from Albert Poland's Best-Selling Memoir, STAGES
by Robert Diamond
- Feb 12, 2021
The Beach Boys were in a career low, and Maharishi had begun to fade from his media darling days as the Indian 'guru' to the Beatles, Mia Farrow, the Beach Boys and others. With photos andheadlines of the hip and famous at his ashram in India, Maharishi had burst into the spiritual mythology of media hype, creating a worldwide market for similar gurus, endless lines of clothing and Indian music of the brilliant Ravi Shankar, among others.
Kathryn Grimm Releases 'Best of Me' Video
by Sarah Jae Leiber
- Jan 19, 2021
Award winning recording artist Kathryn Grimm (Jeff Buckley, Bo Diddley, Michael Bolton) has done it again – she’s written yet another hook-laden anthem with a strong message that may just be life changing for some.
New Release Date Announced For George Thorogood And The Destroyers' Concert Album
by A.A. Cristi
- Nov 25, 2020
Due to production delays currently affecting the music industry, Craft Recordings announces the new comprehensive reissue of George Thorogood and The Destroyers' Live in Boston, 1982 will now be available worldwide on December 18th (as a four-LP set on 180-gram vinyl, a two-CD set, and across digital platforms).
The Wick Theatre Reopens With BACK HOME AGAIN
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Nov 6, 2020
The Wick Theatre has been keeping audiences entertained for months now with their dynamic Supper Club Cabarets, which take place in the grand lobby, but now the time has come to open the doors to the main theatre! The first show will be appropriately, Back Home Again, a John Denver tribute by Tom Becker and his band, who have been featured on PBS.
The Wick Theatre Presents Dazzling Live Entertainment
by A.A. Cristi
- Oct 21, 2020
The Wick Theatre is bringing back live entertainment with a wonderful series of Supper Club events, concerts and theatrical productions. All safety and social distancing procedures are being followed. For more information and tickets, please visit www.thewick.org or call the box office at 561-995-2333.
Jerry Lee Lewis Inducted Into The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Hall Of Fame
by Stephi Wild
- Sep 5, 2020
Thursday evening Jerry Lee Lewis was one of five legends inducted into The Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX) Hall of Fame. Although Lewis was unable to attend the ceremony hosted by Marty Stuart, Jerry Lee Lewis III accepted the award on his behalf with his father's sister, Linda Gail Lewis, who performed her brother's major hits “Great Balls of Fire” and “Whole Lotta Shakin.'”
Two Bird Stone Shares New Single “If You Wanna Come Back”
by A.A. Cristi
- Jun 22, 2020
Two Bird Stone is a dynamic new band founded by singer/songwriter Liam Thomas Bailey and featuring some of Nashville's and New York's finest musicians. The band formed in 2019 and will release their debut album, Hands & Knees, on September 11th via Soundly Music.
Alexis P. Suter Brings Award-Winning Blues to Helsinki Hudson
by Sarah Jae Leiber
- Feb 19, 2020
Award-winning vocalist Alexis P. Suter brings her hearty mix of blues, gospel, and blues-rock, along with her smoking-hot band, to Club Helsinki Hudson on Saturday, March 14, at 9pm. Suter is especially known for her extraordinary bass/baritone voice; she includes Ruth Brown, Barry White, and B.B. King as her greatest influences.
GRAMMY Hall Of Fame Welcomes Recordings By Neil Diamond, Elton John, Joni Mitchell, The Police, & More As 2020 Inductions
by Kaitlin Milligan
- Jan 14, 2020
The Recording Academy® welcomes the newest inductions to its distinguished GRAMMY Hall Of Fame®, continuing its ongoing commitment to preserving and celebrating timeless recordings. This year's additions recognize a diverse range of both single and album recordings at least 25 years old that exhibit qualitative or historical significance. Recordings are reviewed each year by a special member committee comprised of eminent and knowledgeable professionals from all branches of the recording arts, with final approval by the Recording Academy's National Board of Trustees. With 26 new titles, the Hall, now in its 47th year, currently totals 1,114 recordings. The 2020 GRAMMY Hall Of Fame inductions are available to stream via a playlist here.
State Theatre In Portland Celebrates 90th
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Nov 4, 2019
Bette Davis and John Wayne to Bo Diddley and Bob Dylan, the State Theatre in Portland has seen its share of stars since it first opened its doors on November 8, 1929. On Friday, November 8, 2019, the theatre will kick off a celebration of its 90th birthday with a week-long scavenger hunt around Portland with ticket and merchandise giveaways to mark the historic occasion. Details will be available via the State Theatre pages on Facebook and Instagram. Additional special events will be planned for November and December.
Screaming Females Release Non-Album Recordings in 'Singles Too'
by Abigail Charpentier
- Oct 15, 2019
Out Friday, Singles Too collects Screaming Females' complete non-album recordings, gathering together early 7” singles, digital-only b-sides, and one pretty great remix. The download and CD will also feature six cover songs, including the New Jersey trio's takes on music by Neil Young, Taylor Swift, Sheryl Crow, and Patti Smith.
Lou Volpe Will Perform in Concert With His Quartet at John Birks Gillespie Theater
by Stephi Wild
- Sep 1, 2019
Lou Volpe's show is full of good rhythm feel with guitar virtuosity and a unique sound is the backdrop for spirited and soulful versions of songs from the Sinatra era to Clapton & Santana, to Sting & Michael Jackson, with a salute to jazz greats and pop stars (many of whom Lou has played with) along the way. Some exciting originals are also part of Lou's personable & inspiring show, including a sampling of his new music from his soon to be released CD, BEFORE AND AFTER (Jazz Guitar Records), BEFORE AND AFTER will release October/November.
BWW Review: PRIDE & JOY: THE MARVIN GAYE MUSICAL at The National
by Roger Catlin
- May 11, 2019
At a time when Motown Records just marked its 60th anniversary with a lavish TV special, and with 'Ain't Too Proud: The Temptations Musicals' getting a raft of Tony Nominations, following the Broadway success of 'Motown the Musical' and 'Dreamgirls,' based on the Supremes, any fan of the sound would certainly anticipate a new creation called 'Pride & Joy: The Marvin Gaye Musical.'
Tommy and the Commies and Les Lullies Announce Tour
by Kaitlin Milligan
- Mar 14, 2019
From swingin' Sudbury, Ontario, CA (nada), here come TOMMY and the COMMIESsupporting their debut recordings for Slovenly Recordings, Here come Tommy and the Commies! 'Here Come...' is 16 blistering minutes of hooliganistic mod-punk madness featuring Jeff Houle, also known as the sole brain behind budget rock cult faves STRANGE ATTRACTOR, and his brother Mitch, known ⅔ collectively as the power-pop force STATUES of P. Trash Records fame.
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