Elvis Costello News

The Imperial Sound's blithe synthesis of 21st-century irony and bright, unselfconscious AM-radio pop is both brave and unique. And catchy as hell. The band's debut album, The New AMshowcases songwriter Frederick Mosher's hook-driven heritage – with influences from Todd Rundgren and Carole King to The Replacements and Elvis Costello – delivering infectious, shimmering songs that celebrate the craft and style of the best pop music. Pravda Records will release the new album on August 31st, and the band will celebrate at the Hideout September 1st with guest singers Renaldo Domino and Robert Cornelius.

Critically acclaimed and platinum-selling artist ERIC HUTCHINSON partnered with Billboard.com yesterday (8/15) to debut his new single 'she could be the one.' The upliftingly melodic and rhythmically driving song, available everywhere tomorrow, is from his upcoming MODERN HAPPINESS album that's out October 5.

Based on the best-selling and beloved book series, the show stars Jacob Tremblay, Elvis Costello, and Diana Krall, and includes original music from Costello and Krall

FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Kelly Wright in his debut of "Love, Freedom & Peace." on August 9, 2018 at 9:30pm. A nationally recognized TV News Personality and Recording Artist makes his solo debut in "Love, Freedom & Peace," an entertaining and inspiring show featuring soulful resistance and peace songs from Bob Dylan, Elvis Costello, Marvin Gaye, Luther Vandross plus his original songs.

CMT Caps Off Summer of Music with CMT CROSSROADS Collaboration Featuring Meghan Trainor and Brett Eldredge Premiering 9/3

CMT closes out its summer of electrifying music with the announcement of an all-new “Crossroads” mashup featuring multi-platinum, Grammy Award-winning pop superstar Meghan Trainor and platinum selling singer/songwriter Brett Eldredgepremiering Monday, September 3 at 10 PM ET/PT.

Next week, Feinstein's/54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com/Feinsteins or call (646) 476-3551.

Goodman Theatre announced today that Artistic Director Robert Falls will direct its 2018/2019 season opening production, We're Only Alive for A Short Amount of Time, written and performed by David Cale.

This Summer 2018, the talent performing at New Hope's RRazz Room at The Clarion is a diverse mix of world class artists. There is something for all entertainment tastes at the intimate and comfortable Rrazz Room New Hope, located within the Clarion Inn & Suites. Since opening the Rrazz Room New Hope space in November of 2013, the venue has presented legendary artists who have brought patrons to their feet nightly.

Dan Levinson's Midsummer Night's Jazz Party returns to the Bickford Theatre as part of Summer JazzFest for one night only on Thursday, August 2 at 7:30 pm. For his annual appearance at the popular festival, Levinson dispenses with music scores and stands for a jam session in the tradition of the legendary jazz clubs of the forties and fifties such as Eddie Condon's and Nick's. Joining the popular clarinetist will be Jon-Erik Kellso on trumpet, Harvey Tibbs on trombone, Mark Shane on piano, Rob Adkins on bass, and Paul Wells on drums. And as customary, the concert will be preceded by a food truck picnic.

The Hot Licks perform classic gems written by the Man himself as well as songs that Dan Hicks loved to cover in his own original style. A blend of Gypsy Jazz, Folk and Swing.

The Imperial Sound's blithe synthesis of 21st-century irony and bright, unselfconscious AM-radio pop is both brave and unique. And catchy as hell. The band's debut album, The New AM, showcases songwriter Frederick Mosher's hook-driven heritage – with influences from Todd Rundgren and Carole King to The Replacements and Elvis Costello – delivering infectious, shimmering songs that celebrate the craft and style of the best pop music.

Seattle Theatre Group (STG) announces the following shows going on sale:       

FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Kelly Wright in his debut of "Love, Freedom & Peace." on August 9, 2018 at 9:30pm. A nationally recognized TV News Personality and Recording Artist makes his solo debut in "Love, Freedom & Peace," an entertaining and inspiring show featuring soulful resistance and peace songs from Bob Dylan, Elvis Costello, Marvin Gaye, Luther Vandross plus his original songs.

In celebration of their 40th Anniversary, JOHN LYDON's PUBLIC IMAGE LTD (PiL) have announced a flurry of activity for 2018 including a worldwide tour, a career-spanning boxset and the theatrical release of a brand-new documentary film on the band. 'THE PUBLIC IMAGE IS ROTTEN: NORTH AMERICAN TOUR' will visit 18 major cities beginning Oct. 9 in New Orleans and ending Nov. 6 in Mexico City (all dates below). Tickets for PiL's fall tour are on sale now (here).

In celebration of their 40th Anniversary, JOHN LYDON's PUBLIC IMAGE LTD (PiL) have announcedTHE PUBLIC IMAGE IS ROTTEN: NORTH AMERICAN TOUR, will kick off in New Orleans on Tuesday, October 9 (see below for all dates). Tickets go on-sale starting Friday, July 13 at 10:00AM local time. Further PUBLIC IMAGE LTD activity includes the release of THE PUBLIC IMAGE IS ROTTEN acareer–spanning box set (out July 20) and a new documentary film of the same name, the latter of which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York and at London's Raindance Festival. Directed byTabbert Fiiller and released by Abramorama, the film will make its North American theatrical premiere on Friday, September 14 in New York City at Metrograph with more theatrical dates in October-November to coincide with PiL's North American fall tour. View the trailer for THE PUBLIC IMAGE IS ROTTEN film (here).

As he gets ready for the release of his latest LP “Empirical Truth” (set to drop in late August or early September via Danal Music) - multi-talented singer/songwriter and guitarist Mark Newman is heading to China for a string of dates performing in the Dave Keyes Band beginning Wednesday, July 4th! (Full List of Tour Dates Below)

BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Festival, now in its 40th season, presents The Blues Project, combining the exceptional dance company Dorrance Dance with the elemental musical force that is Toshi Reagon & BIGLovely. Created by Michelle Dorrance, Derick K. Grant, Toshi Reagon, and Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards, The Blues Project brings together today's best tap artists, musicians, and choreographers in an innovative evening of rhythm, original live music, explosive energy, and raw emotion. The work reveals 'a deep merging of forms: As Ms. Reagon's music envelops the dancing, the dancing seeps through to the last chord and sometimes even beyond it' (The New York Times). The performance, which takes place at the Prospect Park Bandshell (9th St. & Prospect Park West) is free to the public (with a suggested $5 contribution at the gate) and begins at 8:00pm on June 28.

Grammy®-nominated R&B artist Leon Bridges joins multi-platinum Country singer-songwriter Luke Combs for the latest installment of "CMT Crossroads" premiering Thursday, June 28 at 10 pm ET/PT on CMT.

Southern Californian based Firemelon creates their own distinct sticky Americana gumbo by fusing elements of twangy country guitars, gritty rock'n'roll and infectious pop melodies. The five-piece collective of accomplished musicians, consisting of Matthew Samia (Vocals, Guitar), Matt Bailey (Guitar, Mandocaster), Ron Larson (Bass), Jeff Cassens (Drums, Percussion) and Chris Harvey (Pedal Steel) have crafted a musical experience unlike any other with their unique arrangements.