Gwen Stefani News

For a legendary, platinum-selling Two Tone band, The Selecter doesn't really get the attention it deserves. The British ska-revival band formed in the late '70s and released a number of really great tracks, including tracks like “Too Much Pressure” and “On My Radio.” Notable also for being fronted by both a man—Arthur “Gaps” Hendrickson—and a woman—Pauline Black—The Selecter has influenced everyone from Gwen Stefani to John Lennon.

Essence Goldman is performing a rock concert for families on Sunday, September 15 at 2:00 pm at The Jewish Museum. With a voice likened to Nelly Furtado and Gwen Stefani, Essence Goldman's infectious original songs and unique style appeal to parents and kids alike. Families will rock to original songs such as T Rexxxxx! and familiar favorites like You Are My Sunshine from her new album, A Dog Named Moo.

Relativity School of Film, Media and Performing Arts will host a panel discussion with the creative team behind one of the longest running shows in Broadway history today, July 22nd from 3-5pm PST at LA Center Studios, 450 South Bixel St, LA, CA 90017. This will be the first time the creative team tells the amazing story of ROCK OF AGES at a live panel. The team will include: Chris D'Arienzo (writer), Kristin Hanggi (director), Matt Weaver (lead producer), Hillary Weaver (producer), Janet Billig Rich (producer and music supervisor), Dave Gibbs (orchestrations and arrangements), and Scott Prisand (producer).

Relativity School of Film, Media and Performing Arts will host a panel discussion with the creative team behind one of the longest running shows in Broadway history on Monday, July 22nd from 3-5pm PST at LA Center Studios, 450 South Bixel St, LA, CA 90017. This will be the first time the creative team tells the amazing story of ROCK OF AGES at a live panel. The team will include: Chris D'Arienzo (writer), Kristin Hanggi (director), Matt Weaver (lead producer), Hillary Weaver (producer), Janet Billig Rich (producer and music supervisor), Dave Gibbs (orchestrations and arrangements), and Scott Prisand (producer).

It's no secret the young star has undergone a major image overhaul and been experimenting with her style lately. She's done just about everything she can to distance herself from her squeaky clean Disney days and seems to have taken inspiration for her personal style from Pink and Gwen Stefani circa 1999. I am all for changing it up and pushing the boundaries, but I don't usually love her choices. But this look works!

Hot off the long-awaited release of LIP LOCK, her definitive return to the music game, Grammy Award-winning hip hop pioneer EVE will be bringing her 'pitbull in a skirt' fierceness back to late night television when she goes toe-to-toe with no-holds-barred comedian Chelsea Handler on the CHELSEA LATELY show tonight, June 26th, followed by a performance of her latest single, 'EVE,' on CONAN June 27th.

The Pasadena Playhouse's final presentation of its 2012 - 2013 HOTHOUSE at The Playhouse series is THE FUTURE PERFECT. Book by Jonathan Caren, music & lyrics by Emmy Award-winning composer and songwriter Ben Decter, directed by Tony Award nominated (for Rock of Ages) Kristin Hanggi with musical direction by Kyle Puccia. The staged reading will take place tonight, June 25, and Wednesday, June 26, 2013, at 8:00 p.m. in the Carrie Hamilton Theatre at The Pasadena Playhouse.

Hot off the long-awaited release of LIP LOCK, her definitive return to the music game, Grammy Award-winning hip hop pioneer EVE will be bringing her 'pitbull in a skirt' fierceness back to late night television when she goes toe-to-toe with no-holds-barred comedian Chelsea Handler on the CHELSEA LATELY show on June 26th, followed by a performance of her latest single, 'EVE,' on CONAN June 27th.

Casting for Musical Theatre West's (MTW) production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's international hit musical Sunset Boulevard , has been announced by MTW Executive Director/Producer Paul Garman and Director Larry Raben. The 1950 Oscar-winning motion picture of the same title first starred screen legends Gloria Swanson (as Norma Desmond) and William Holden (as Joe Gillis) before it opened as a musical in London's West End starring Patti LuPone and Kevin Anderson at the Adelphi Theatre July 12, 1993 where it ultimately ran for 1529 performances.

The Pasadena Playhouse announced the final presentation of its 2012 - 2013 HOTHOUSE at The Playhouse series, THE FUTURE PERFECT. Book by Jonathan Caren, music & lyrics by Emmy Award-winning composer and songwriter Ben Decter, directed by Tony Award nominated (for Rock of Ages) Kristin Hanggi with musical direction by Kyle Puccia. The staged reading will take place Tuesday, June 25, and Wednesday, June 26, 2013, at 8:00 p.m. in the Carrie Hamilton Theatre at The Pasadena Playhouse.

3-D Theatricals presents PARADE, tonight, May 10 - 26, 2013 at Plummer Auditorium, 201 East Chapman Ave, Fullerton, Calif., directed by T.J. Dawson, choreographed by Dana Solimando and musically directed by David Lamoureux.

The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) today announced the integration of streams to its historic Gold & Platinum (G&P) Program, the industry's premier award for recognizing artistic achievement in the marketplace. On-demand audio and/or video song streams will now be counted towards the 500,000 (Gold), 1,000,000 (Platinum) and 2,000,000 plus (multi-Platinum) thresholds required for G&P's Digital Single Award certification.

Last night was the annual Met Gala celebrating the Costume Institute. This year's theme was Punk: Chaos To Couture. The stars did not disappoint in the fashion department. Some went all out punk (did you see Madonna?) confusing the event with a Halloween party, while others played it too safe.

Discovered by Michael Jackson's choreographer while freestyling at a California club, the brothers Rich and Tone Taluega went on to become two of the most successful and talented choreographers in the business. The list of artists they have worked with is a veritable Hall of Fame, including Michael Jackson, Madonna, Jennifer Lopez, Usher, Chris Brown, Gwen Stefani, Christina Aguilera, Kylie Minogue, Missy Elliot, Black Eyed Peas, The Backstreet Boys, Monica, Pink, and Dirty Vegas. In addition to their many music videos, they recently choreographed Madonna's Super Bowl halftime show. On Friday, April 26, 2013 at 7:00 p.m., Rich + Tone will present some highlights from their remarkable body of work, and will give a live demonstration of their choreography.

3-D Theatricals presents PARADE, May 10 - 26, 2013 at Plummer Auditorium, 201 East Chapman Ave, Fullerton, Calif., directed by T.J. Dawson, choreographed by Dana Solimando and musically directed by David Lamoureux.

Fueled By Ramen recording group Paramore's hugely anticipated, self-titled new album 'PARAMORE' arrives everywhere today, April 9th, 2013.

KOBALT NEIGHBOURING RIGHTS LTD. (KNRL) has concluded an exclusive agreement with renowned artist, producer and composer DAVE STEWART to manage his neighbouring rights, it was announced today by Willard Ahdritz, Founder and CEO of KOBALT MUSIC GROUP (Kobalt), and Hans van Berkel, Executive Chairman of KOBALT NEIGHBOURING RIGHTS LTD. (KNRL).

Kaya Jones, best known as one of the lead singers for popular girl band The Pussycat Dolls, will be launching her Hollywood Doll fashion line at Style Fashion Week L.A., held March 11-15 in Los Angeles.

Leading A&R executive and Cherrytree Records chairman Martin Kierszenbaum has renewed his fruitful relationship with Interscope Geffen A&M. In addition Kierszenbaum, a Grammy-nominated producer and songwriter, will remain in the position of Sr. Executive of A&R for Interscope Records.