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Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician John Mayer released 'Paper Doll' today, the first single from his forthcoming Paradise Valley.

John Fogerty, named one of Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Guitarists, will perform live in concert at DPAC, Durham Performing Arts Center, on Sunday, November 3, 2013 as part of his fall tour.

Tonight, May 24 and May 25 & 26, the Houston Symphony welcomes audiences of all ages and musical backgrounds to an exciting performance with the eclectic 'little orchestra,' Pink Martini. Led by Principal Pops Conductor Michael Krajewski, Pink Martini will delight audiences with their jazz-infused world music and energetic stage antics. This performance marks Pink Martini's 3rd performance in Houston since their debut with the Symphony in May 2008.

On May 24, 25 and 26, the Houston Symphony welcomes audiences of all ages and musical backgrounds to an exciting performance with the eclectic 'little orchestra,' Pink Martini. Led by Principal Pops Conductor Michael Krajewski, Pink Martini will delight audiences with their jazz-infused world music and energetic stage antics. This performance marks Pink Martini's 3rd performance in Houston since their debut with the Symphony in May 2008.

Curb Records and Lee Brice light things up with his new summer anthem, 'Parking Lot Party' which will be released on May 13th, 2013 and comes on the heels of his third #1 single in a row, 'I Drive Your Truck' which was recently certified Gold by the RIAA. Lee Brice's latest album continues to impress as TEA (track equivalent album) sales for the current album, Hard 2 Loveare currently in excess of 730,000 units. *

Brad Paisley's first leg of his 2013 tour, Beat This Summer Tour presented by Cracker Barrel Old Country Store kicks off this Thursday, May 9 in St. Louis, Mo., Friday, May 10 Indianapolis, IN and Saturday, May 11 Chicago, IL. The tour will travel to over 36 cities in the United States and Canada during the summer months and more dates will be added for the fall. Cracker Barrel Old Country Store is the title sponsor of the tour. Special guests will be Chris Young, Lee Brice and The Henningsens.

Curb Records and Lee Brice light things up with his new summer anthem, 'Parking Lot Party' which will be released on May 13th, 2013 and comes on the heels of his third #1 single in a row, 'I Drive Your Truck' which was recently certified Gold by the RIAA. Lee Brice's latest album continues to impress as TEA (track equivalent album) sales for the current album, Hard 2 Love are currently in excess of 730,000 units.

Kid Rock is breaking all the rules with the announcement of his U.S. Summer tour byoffering tickets in all sections (reserved seats and lawn) at an affordable $20price point, usingpaperless tickets where possible, and lowering prices oneverything from parking to beer to merchandise for every show in every city.

Hot on the heels of sold-out shows at Radio City Music Hall and the Pantages Theatre, and as they come off a hugely successful Latin American run, the Jonas Brothers will embark on their first North American tour in three years

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. will welcome GRAMMY award winning recording artist Maroon 5 as the headliner for the 2013 Honda Civic Tour. The band will headline the 12th year of the popular concert series during the second leg of their current 2013 tour. In addition to Maroon 5, the Civic Tour will include global superstar Kelly Clarkson and the support acts of PJ Morton, Rozzi Crane and Tony Lucca on select dates.

Emblem/Atlantic recording group Matchbox Twenty and Warner Bros Records recording group Goo Goo Dolls will embark on a co-headlining tour throughout North America this summer.

International music sensations Pitbull and Ke$ha announce they will share the stage for a North American Summer tour.

Bad Company has announced the complete itinerary for the band's Summer tour of the U.S. Celebrating their 40th anniversary since forming, the excursion begins on June 15 in Rancho Mirage, CA and will stage 22 dates, ending on August 3 in Orilla, Ontario

Tonight, February 22 and February 23 and 24, the Houston Symphony invites audiences to Jones Hall for an evening of the music of Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel as performed by AJ Swearingen and Jonathan Beedle.

BroadwayWorld is excited to announce its newest series - the Featured Symphony Orchestra of the Week! Today, we bring you a look at the Houston Symphony, one of American's oldest performing arts organizations!

On February 22, 23 and 24, the Houston Symphony invites audiences to Jones Hall for an evening of the music of Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel as performed by AJ Swearingen and Jonathan Beedle.

Houston Symphony President Robert A. Peiser and Executive Director and CEO Mark C. Hanson announced today that the Orchestra has selected Colombian-born, Vienna-trained conductor Andrés Orozco-Estrada as its next Music Director. Orozco-Estrada, who will occupy the Roy and Lillie Cullen Chair, will serve as Music Director Designate during the 2013-14 season and will begin a five-year contract in the 2014-15 season. Orozco-Estrada's appointment was formally announced on the Jones Hall stage today in front of several hundred people, including the orchestra, staff, board, local media and Houston's Mayor, the Honorable Annise D. Parker. The announcement event was also streamed live over the internet.

Houston Symphony President Robert A. Peiser and Executive Director and CEO Mark C. Hanson announced today that the Orchestra has selected Colombian-born, Vienna-trained conductor Andrés Orozco-Estrada as its next Music Director. Orozco-Estrada, who will occupy the Roy and Lillie Cullen Chair, will serve as Music Director Designate during the 2013-14 season and will begin a five-year contract in the 2014-15 season. Orozco-Estrada's appointment was formally announced on the Jones Hall stage today in front of several hundred people, including the orchestra, staff, board, local media and Houston's Mayor, the Honorable Annise D. Parker. The announcement event was also streamed live over the internet.

The Houston Symphony will honor the great Louis Armstrong and his musical masterpieces in a concert January 18, 19 and 20. Joining the orchestra will be Byron Stripling, a prominent figure in the modern American jazz scene. Stripling was chosen to portray Louis Armstrong himself in Broadway's Satchmo, a musical based on the life of the musician and inspired by Armstrong's musical style.

One of Houston's most beloved holiday musical traditions, the Houston Symphony and the Houston Symphony Chorus will bring their annual Very Merry Pops concert back to Jones Hall on December 14, 15 and 16. Full of holiday cheer, Principal Pops Conductor Michael Krajewski promises a line-up of favorite holiday melodies like "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year," "Jingle Bells," "I'll Be Home for Christmas," "Sleigh Ride" and even a few sing-alongs! Broadway's original Mary Poppins, Ashley Brown will bring vocal flair to holiday favorites along with the Houston Symphony Chorus and even Santa Claus himself.