Jimi Hendrix News

After performing Frederick Douglass NOW on Martha's Vineyard, a site where Douglass himself spoke 145 years earlier, Obie Award-winning playwright, actor, and educator Roger Guenveur Smith will bring his acclaimed one-man show to the August Wilson African American Cultural Center (AWAACC) in Pittsburgh as a continuation of his partnership with the Center as its inaugural guest theater curator.

To celebrate 100 years of service to its community, the United Way of Genesee County presents the Isley Brothers in concert, featuring Ronald Isley and Ernest Isley.

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this November with a full slate of nightly performances! 

Hawaii via Liverpool’s rising star Eli Smart will release his new EP Aloha Soul via Geffen Records. Today he shares the latest single, the bonafide surf-rock smash “See Through”. Scuzzy guitar solos and Eli’s now trademark falsetto underpinned by an irresistibly jangly rhythm section that shuffles you straight back to memories of sunshine.

Massey Hall presents blues legend Buddy Guy and his Damn Right Farewell Tour for his last two shows in Toronto on Thursday, March 30 and Friday, March 31, 2023. Tickets on sale this Friday, October 21 at 10 AM ET.

Spotify and Electric Lady Studios will release another slate of Live at Electric Lady recordings. Indie-Alternative band MUNA is the latest featured act in the series, releasing a five-track EP of covers of several hits from their newest self-titled album “MUNA,” including “Silk Chiffon,” “Anything But Me,” and a cover of Taylor Swift’s “august”.

Duran Duran have confirmed details of a brand-new, 75 minute docu-concert film, entitled A Hollywood High, that captures the band performing live on a rooftop in Los Angeles, alongside exclusive interviews and archival footage that tells the story of their long-time love affair with the city. Watch the new video trailer now!

Entertainment Community Fund (formerly The Actors Fund) is partnering with Bertoia Auctions to present An “Antique” Toy Story: A Special Event. Proceeds from this auction, consisting of hundreds of antique toys, will directly benefit the Actors Fund Home in Englewood, NJ.

MPAC’s 28th season gears up this October and November as a diverse lineup of artists get set to take the stage including Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, the magic of The Illusionists, The Rascals, and popular children’s shows Peppa Pig, Baby Shark, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and more.

Welcome to Week Three of Destinos, the 5th Chicago International Latino Theater Festival, Chicago’s annual citywide live theater showcase of Latino artists and companies from Chicago, the U.S. and Latin America, running now through October 16, 2022.

In a white glove event where every item was sold, Julien's Auctions, the acclaimed auction house to the stars, their headline-making 'PROPERTY FROM THE LIFE AND CAREER OF BETTY WHITE,' auction featuring an incredible line-up of over 1,600 lots featuring memorabilia, wardrobe, art, jewelry and more from the legendary and beloved pop culture icon.

iHeartRadio will broadcast the opening for a special live edition of “iHeartRadio ICONS with John Mellencamp” nationwide featuring a performance by Mellencamp at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Mellencamp will speak with iHeartMedia’s on air personality Jim Kerr about the exhibit and a very special tour announcement.

This continuing world tour is a testament to Dave Mason’s six decade enduring role as an icon in rock history as well as the unrelenting support of his music loving fans the world over.  Mason enjoyed a successful cross country run over the summer and is thrilled to get back out on the road to see his friends and fans.

A special version of the new double-album from Red Hot Chili Peppers. The Record Store Day release includes 2 LPs pressed on neon pink vinyl + an exclusive 24 x 36 poster. Watchman: Music From the Motion Soundtrack is a limited first-time Watchmen 3-LP, Record Store Day exclusive release.

The newest six-track EP features acclaimed singer/songwriter and musician Father John Misty covering several hits from his newest album “Chloë and the Next 20th Century,” and a new rendition of Stevie Wonder’s “I Believe (When I Fall In Love It Will Be Forever).” 

Northlight Theatre has announced its 2022-2023 season, opening with the buddy comedy The Garbologists by Lindsay Joelle, directed by Cody Estle.

The Magic Theatre’s first Home Resident Company- Campo Santo has announced a return encore engagement of the premiere run of OTTO FRANK, a new performance piece created and performed by star of film, television, and stage Roger Guenveur Smith.

This new REVOLUSHN album highlights their influences including Jimi Hendrix, The Doors, The Black Keys, Lady Gaga, Manaskin, King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, and more. 3 was recorded at Swamptone Studios in Northern California, Cypher Sound Studios in Kansas City, MO, Hailer Studios in Los Angeles, and Coast Mastering in Berkeley, CA.

BlackRock Center for the Arts, providing opportunities to explore, celebrate and engage in the arts, invites you to join us for an anniversary season to ignite your inner joy and love of the arts. To kick off this special 20th year, BlackRock will be celebrating an entire week with an artist reception and gallery opening on September 17, social media previews of the season during the week, and a culminating opening party on September 24, 2022 at 6:00 PM. 

MPAC's 28th season gears up this fall as a diverse lineup of artists get set to take the stage including Tony Winner Renee Elise Goldsberry, blues favorite Robert Cray, Latin Grammy winner Nella, 90s alternative rock groups Hoobastank and Lit, and popular children's shows Peppa Pig and more. We'll even be inviting the afterlife with ghost hunter Amy Bruni!