Gucci Mane Releases LOVE THRU THE COMPUTER Featuring Justin Bieber
by Tori Hartshorn
- May 31, 2019
Gucci Mane has released his latest single, “Love Thru The Computer” featuring Justin Bieber. “Love Thru The Computer,” produced by J.White Did It, marks the first new single since Gucci Mane's latest album, EVIL GENIUS, was released in December of 2018.
VIDEO: Cardi B Releases New Single 'Press'
by Kaitlin Milligan
- May 31, 2019
Today, Cardi B releases her much anticipated new single, “Press.” “Press, ” produced by Slade Da Monsta with additional production by Key Wane For the Win, comes fresh off the heels of Cardi's triumphant 6 Billboard Music Award wins earlier this month. “Press” is the follow up single to the Platinum certified hit “Please Me,” the second collaboration between Cardi and labelmate Bruno Mars, the video for which has now amassed over 209 million views.
Comedy Central Announces Annual UP NEXT Showcase at Clusterfest
by Tori Hartshorn
- May 29, 2019
Comedy Central, the #1 brand in comedy, Superfly, the founders of Bonnaroo, and Outside Lands co-producer Another Planet Entertainment, today announced the annual Up Next showcase at Comedy Central Presents Clusterfest. The weekend will highlight 18 comedians with two separate and distinct stand-up showcases taking place on Friday, June 21 and 22 and a variety showcase on Saturday, June 22. All shows will be held at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
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Regina Hall to Host 2019 BET AWARDS
by Kaitlin Milligan
- May 29, 2019
BET Networks announced actress and comedian Regina Hall as the 2019 'BET Awards' host. Nominated in this year's 'Best Actress' category, Regina takes the stage to host for the first time, joining the ranks of A-list entertainers who've hosted in years past, including Jamie Foxx, Leslie Jones, Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross, Chris Rock and Mo'Nique. This year's broadcast celebrates 19 years of creating unforgettable moments, showcasing the present and future of black entertainment while honoring the unsung heroes and icons of the past. The 'BET Awards' continues to reign as the ultimate platform showcasing the best and most beautiful aspects of the black experience, highlighting culture and serving as a driving force for social change. The 2019 'BET Awards' will air LIVE on Sunday, June 23 at 8 pm ET from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, CA on BET.
The Head And The Heart, JoJo Announced as Guest Artists For 2019 GRAMMY Camp Los Angeles
by Kaitlin Milligan
- May 15, 2019
The GRAMMY Museum® announced today that 90 talented high school students from 74 U.S. cities across 23 states have been selected as participants in the 15th annual GRAMMY Camp® program, and The Head And The Heart and JoJo will be this year's guest artists. The signature music industry camp for U.S. high school students will be held in Los Angeles from Tuesday, July 23–Saturday, July 27, 2019, at the University of Southern California, Thornton School of Music.
Kevin Black Presents AN EVENING WITH MIMI J At The Township Center For The Performing Arts
by Carol Kassie
- May 14, 2019
Kevin Black, one of South Florida's best-known producer/director/choreographers, is once again collaborating with award-winning vocalist Mimi J to create a concert program that will appeal to audiences of all ages. The two have worked together several times developing shows that achieved great success - most notably On the Radio: Sounds of the 70s, which debuted at Stage Door Theatre in 2014, and eventually morphed into I Will Survive. That show went on to play several other area venues.
Drake Breaks Record For Most BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS Wins Of All Time - See Full Winners List!
by Kaitlin Milligan
- May 2, 2019
Shattering the previous record of most all-time Billboard Music Awards wins, Drake took home 12 awards tonight, including Top Artist - the most of the evening, bringing his total to 27, now the most of any artist ever! Airing this evening from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas at 8pm ET/PT on NBC, the "2019 Billboard Music Awards" opened with a spectacular world premiere performance by global superstar Taylor Swift and Brendon Urie, followed by a show-stopping medley of today's biggest hits from show host, Kelly Clarkson. The night was full of legendary, nostalgic, and never-before-seen performances, celebrating this year's biggest and best in music!
Apollo Theater Presents TWISTED MELODIES: A MUSICAL HOMAGE TO DONNY HATHAWAY
by Sarah Hookey
- Apr 25, 2019
The Apollo Theater will bring the New York premiere of TWISTED MELODIES, an intimate one-man production inspired by the life, artistry, and struggles of 1970s soul singer and composer Donny Hathaway, to its iconic stage, 45 years after Hathaway himself last performed on it.
Cast Announced for National Black Theatre & Apollo Theater Concert Reading Of WiLDFLOWER
by A.A. Cristi
- Apr 19, 2019
The Apollo Theater Salon Series in partnership with Dr. Barbara Ann Teer's National Black Theatre (NBT) will present WiLDFLOWER, the staged concert reading of the full-length musical with book, music and lyrics by Jason Michael Webb and Lelund Durond Thompson. The performance, directed by Logan Vaughn and starring Broadway stars Tshidi Manye (The Lion King) and Quentin Earl Darrington (Once on this Island), will take place at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 26, and Saturday, April 27, on the Apollo Theater Soundstage.
East Passyunk's Top Restaurants Take To The Streets For Flavors On The Avenue
by A.A. Cristi
- Apr 18, 2019
East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District presents Flavors on the Avenue street festival on Sunday, April 28, 2019, from 11:00am to 5:00pm. The city's first big food festival of the spring will feature five blocks of street food, seasonal sips, craft beer, live music, sidewalk sales and free family fun - on East Passyunk Avenue from Broad to Dickinson streets. Over twenty-four award-winning restaurants, cafes and bars will bring their signature cuisine outside under the blue skies. Craft beer, signature cocktails and wine will pour from select restaurants outdoors, as well as inside the Founders Brewing Co. Tasting Tent. East Passyunk Flavors on the Avenue is free to attend and open to all ages. Food will be specially priced between $3.00 and $6.00 (average) and be pay-as-you-go from individual restaurants.
Lively McCabe Entertainment Expands New York Offices
by Stephi Wild
- Apr 15, 2019
Lively McCabe Entertainment Co-President Michael Barra proudly announces the expansion of their Columbus Circle office with the hiring of two key executives, Darnetha Lincoln M'Baye and Molly Israel Paul. Ms. M'Baye has joined the company as VP, Head of Music and will be responsible for managing the company's content partnerships with the major music publishers, as well as overseeing the packaging of all music intellectual property elements into the company's stage, film, and television development slates. Also joining Lively McCabe this month is Molly Israel Paul, who will serve as Creative Executive, focusing on the development of new plays adapted from existing IP for the company's exclusive HollyWay collection at Dramatists Play Service. Lively McCabe is also pleased to announce that Jen Bender and Allison Bressi will begin working with the company this month as Creative Development Consultants and will each oversee the development of select stage musicals on behalf of the company.
Audien & Echosmith Drop FAVORITE SOUND Video
by Tori Hartshorn
- Apr 5, 2019
GRAMMY Award-nominated electronic music DJ and producerAudien and multi-platinum alt-pop sibling trio Echosmith have released the official video for their new single, 'Favorite Sound,' out today on RED MUSIC/Cranberry Records. CLICK HERE to watch the video directed by Drew Kirsch (John Legend, Bryce Vine, Quinn XCII). Co-written with Echosmith lead singer Sydney Sierota, 'Favorite Sound' features empowering lyrics backed by a glossy pop-orientated production courtesy of Audien, which led Billboard to describe the song as 'melodic gold.' The empowerment anthem is currently #12 on Billboard's Dance Club Songs chart and has clocked nearly 2 million streams to date.
BWW Review: YOUNG AT HEART at Wallmans
by Christian Ranke
- Apr 5, 2019
The "blueprint" still works! Wallmans Oslo delivers entertainment in a big way, with a whopping stage show, big voices, tightly performed choreography, lavishing costumes and a huge amount of entertainment.
SEINFELD Apartment Returns to Clusterfest Plus Other Immersive TV Attractions Including ATLANTA, THE OFFICE
by Tori Hartshorn
- Apr 4, 2019
Comedy Central, the #1 brand in comedy, Superfly, the founders behind Bonnaroo, and Outside Lands co-producer Another Planet Entertainment, today announced “Comedyville” at Comedy Central Presents Clusterfest featuring iconic immersive attractions from some of the most beloved comedy franchises, including FX's Atlanta, Comedy Central's Crank Yankers and Drunk History, the iconic sitcom Seinfeld, in celebration of Seinfeld's30th anniversary and NBC's The Office (available on Comedy Central). At the three-day comedy and music festival, fans will step inside the worlds of their favorite television shows, plus enjoy performances from a stacked lineup that includes Amy Poehler & Friends, John Mulaney, Patton Oswalt, Issa Rae, My Favorite Murder, The Roots, Ilana Glazer, Courtney Barnett, and many more. Single-day and three-day general admission, VIP and Platinum tickets are available now exclusively at www.clusterfest.com.
Photo Coverage: Danny Bacher Brings Louis To Cafe Centro
by Stephen Sorokoff
- Apr 2, 2019
It was a happy time at Cafe Centro last night. Danny Bacher brought his Jazz, Vocals, and Comedy to the Cabaret and joined forces with the Michael Masci trio. Danny has all the talents to perfectly pay homage to the three musician entertainers he celebrated in his show….Louis Armstrong, Louis Prima, and Louis Jordan. Danny plays 'happy music' and his enthusiasm and joy transferred to the Cafe Centro audience. As they say, 'the joint was jumpin', with Michael on piano, Paul Shewchuck on bass, and Cielo Blue, drums.
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