THE SPEAKEASY TOUR Stops at NJPAC
by A.A. Cristi
- Aug 7, 2017
Straight No Chaser, the popular a cappella group will bring the very popular 'The Speakeasy Tour' to New Jersey Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at 8PM. The popular a cappella group will perform their third volume of beloved series from their new EP including their unique take on Bruno Mars' smash, That's What I Like' VIDEO HERE) and renditions of songs by Eurythimics, Fitz and the Tantrums, Bonnie Tyler, Sam Cooke, Beyonce as well as their holiday hits. Straight No Chaser will co-headline with Postmodern Jukebox. Tickets go on-sale Friday, August 11th at 10 am at NJPAC.org or call 888.GO.NJPAC (888.466.5722.)
BWW Interview: LET IT SHINE Winners Talk Take That Musical THE BAND
by Marianka Swain
- Aug 7, 2017
New Take That musical The Band, co-created with Tim Firth, begins its national tour at Manchester Opera House on 8 September. Cast members AJ Bentley, Nick Carsberg, Yazdan Qafouri Isfahani, Curtis T Johns and Sario Watanabe-Soloman, who won TV talent show Let It Shine, give us a preview...
THE TEXAS TENORS: RISE Premieres August 2017 on PBS
by A.A. Cristi
- Aug 3, 2017
America's favorite tenors are back with RISE, an all-new concert filmed in stunning 4K resolution at the beautiful Grand 1894 Opera House in Galveston, TX. In their second special for PBS, The Texas Tenors follow up their Emmy Award-winning PBS special 'You Should Dream' with a live orchestra and choir performing classical, pop, country and Broadway - including a show-stopping tribute to one of the most beloved and cherished musicals of all time - Les Miserables.
VIDEO: Katy Perry to Host 2017 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins
- Jul 27, 2017
MTV today announced global pop superstar Katy Perry will host the 2017 "MTV Video Music Awards" live from the "Fabulous" Forum in Inglewood, Calif. on Sunday, August 27 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT.
Kids Go Free at BIG3 Championship Final at MGM Grand Garden Arena
by A.A. Cristi
- Jul 26, 2017
Thanks to Former NBA star and current BIG3 3 Headed Monsters Captain Rashard Lewis, kids under the age of 13 will be able to attend this summer's BIG3 games, including the Championship Final at MGM Grand Garden Arena, for free. Fueled by a desire to provide opportunities for parents, children and families to spend more quality time together, Lewis will buy a ticket for each child accompanied by a guest who has purchased a full-priced ticket.
Camila Cabello Named Radio Disney's Newest NBT Featured Artist
by A.A. Cristi
- Jul 25, 2017
Multiplatinum award-winning singer and songwriter Camila Cabello has been named Radio Disney's 'NBT' (Next Big Thing) – a multiplatform program that spotlights rising artists and showcases their journey as they pursue their musical dreams. Beginning in August, Cabello's journey as a solo singer/songwriter will be featured in a series of 'NBT' videos on Disney Channel and across multiple Radio Disney platforms.
HARLEM WEEK 2017 Celebrates New York's Diversity
by A.A. Cristi
- Jul 15, 2017
One of New York's most enduring and highly attended summer activities is the HARLEM WEEK Festival. HARLEM WEEK, which started as a one day event in 1974 has grown to a month-long celebration of the most famous community in the world. As HARLEM WEEK celebrates it's 43rd Anniversary in 2017 the focus will be celebrating the mosaic of Harlem and all of New York.
July Events Announced at Blue Note Hawaii
by A.A. Cristi
- Jul 12, 2017
The good times continue this month at Blue Note Hawaii with an eclectic lineup of local talent, national artists and side-splitting comedians. The Henry Kapono Artist to Artist Series continues with Malani Bilyeu of Kalapana, promising chicken-skin moments for all in attendance. Mike Lewis & Friends will share tributes to B.B. King, Etta James and contemporary soul singer Sade. Island Rhythm 98.5FM co-presents an unplugged pop-up show with Anuhea & Friends, followed by local greats Patrick Landeza & Kawika Kahiapo, a show with Duncan Kamakana & the Osorio 'Ohana, the Keauhou Band and of course the incomparable Willie K. The Blue Note Hawaii Comedy Series continues this month with Ahmed Ahmed and Rita Rudner, presented by Hawaii's Natural High. Donavon Frankenreiter is back by popular demand and new to the Blue Note are GRAMMY nominated jazz artists The Rippingtons. There won't be a dry eye in the house when an all-star lineup of local artists pay tribute to legendary jazz crooner Jimmy Borges.
Justin Bieber Among Final Wave of TEEN CHOICE 2017 Nominees; Full List
by Caryn Robbins
- Jul 12, 2017
TEEN CHOICE 2017TM, the summer's hottest LIVE show, has announced the second and final wave of nominees. Selena Gomez leads Wave Two nominations with eight nominations across music and social media categories, while Justin Bieber follows with seven.
Funk, Fatherhood and Motown Meet at Jackiem Joyner's Sax-Powered MAIN STREET BEAT
by A.A. Cristi
- Jun 30, 2017
Jackiem Joyner has spent a lot of time on airplanes this month to pave the way for the arrival of his sixth album, “Main Street Beat,” a steamrolling sax set that was released Friday by Artistry Music/Mack Avenue Records. Jetting back and forth from his suburban Los Angeles base, Joyner is taking the album he produced, boasting nine of his original compositions, directly to audiences in all parts of the U.S. so they can dance with him to the funky new tracks that reflect his ardor and appreciation for the Motown sound while celebrating his joy of becoming a father.
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