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Spin Doctors Among Line-Up for 'Stronger Than The Storm' Summer Concert
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 27, 2013


Stronger than the Storm, a comprehensive consumer campaign developed to raise awareness of the Jersey Shore's recovery, announced today the headliner and venue for the Jersey Shore Soundoff concert.

Morrison Hotel Gallery and Antiquorum Auctioneers Offer Rare Photographs and Iconic Images, 10/8
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 27, 2013


Morrison Hotel Gallery is thrilled to partner exclusively with Antiquorum Auctioneers on Tuesday, October 8, 2013, delving deep into the photo archives of the gallery and offering one of the most complete photography auctions ever presented to the international community, presenting over 300 iconic images and unique items.

Sixth Annual Sunset Strip Music Festival Draws Over 15,000 Fans
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 6, 2013


The sixth annual SUNSET STRIP MUSIC FESTIVAL (SSMF) came to a close on Saturday (August 3) with performances on the closed-off Sunset Strip for more than 15,000 fans by headliners LINKIN PARK as well as AWOLNATION, BLACK REBEL MOTORCYCLE CLUB, FINCH and STREET DRUM CORPS. Artists that rocked the East Stage included WALE, LOGIC, SLICK RICK & DOUG E. FRESH, ASHER ROTH and ZEALE. More than 30 additional artists performed throughout the day on the new Viper Room outdoor stage, as well as indoors at The Roxy and Whisky A Go-Go into the early morning hours. Festival highlights included surprise guests Chris Brown and rapper YG sitting in with WALE, Wayne Brady joiningDOUG E. FRESH's set for a freestyle session and drummer Adrian Young from No Doubt playing with STREET DRUM CORPS.

The Krayolas Play Brooklyn's Bell House Today
by BWW News Desk - Aug 7, 2013


In Texas, they like their legends. The Alamo, Sam Houston, even the Dallas Cowboys. And down in San Antonio they have another: the Krayolas, the band started in 1975 by the Saldana brothers, a pair of Mexican-American teenagers in love with powerpop. The great Augie Meyers, the Texas Tornado himself, calls them up to go in the studio with him, and Little Steven, Dave Marsh, and Ben Fong-Torres think they're the coolest thing since an iced bottle of Lone Star. The band will take the East Coast by storm in early August, with concerts in Richmond VA, Washington DC, New York, and Asbury Park NJ. They will play at Brooklyn's Bell House on August 7.

Aerosmith Performs on New York's Randall's Island Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 13, 2013


LivingSocial, the local marketplace to buy and share the best things to do in your city, today announced that Aerosmith, America's greatest rock and roll band, will headline LivingSocial's Backyard Festival on Randall's Island in New York City tonight, July 13th.

Gibson GuitarTown on the Sunset Strip to Reveal Third Round of Art Guitars on 7/17
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 10, 2013


GIBSON GUITARTOWN ON THE SUNSET STRIP is set to unveil its third installment of art guitars on Wednesday, July 17 at aspecial VIP reception at Hornburg Land Rover on The Sunset Strip. The public art exhibit features 10-foot tall art guitar sculptures celebrating artists and musicians who have influenced The Sunset Strip. The current selection includes works celebrating 2013 Sunset Strip Music Festival (SSMF) honoree Joan Jett, Janis Joplin, Love, ZZ Top, Alice Cooper and Debbie Harry.

Harley-Davidson Adds John Fogerty, Uncle Kracker And Two-Day Tickets For Milwaukee 110th
by Robert Diamond - Jul 9, 2013


MILWAUKEE, July 9, 2013 - 100,000 thundering motorcycles. 60-plus bands, including three amazing headliners. A massive motorcycle parade. All the food and drink you care to have. The opportunity to ride Harley-Davidson's all new Model Year 2014 motorcycles...free tattoos...custom bikes shows...the legendary UFC Octagon. And now a new two-day ticket option.

The Krayolas to Play Brooklyn's Bell House, 8/7
by BWW News Desk - Jun 29, 2013


In Texas, they like their legends. The Alamo, Sam Houston, even the Dallas Cowboys. And down in San Antonio they have another: the Krayolas, the band started in 1975 by the Saldana brothers, a pair of Mexican-American teenagers in love with powerpop. The great Augie Meyers, the Texas Tornado himself, calls them up to go in the studio with him, and Little Steven, Dave Marsh, and Ben Fong-Torres think they're the coolest thing since an iced bottle of Lone Star. The band will take the East Coast by storm in early August, with concerts in Richmond VA, Washington DC, New York, and Asbury Park NJ. They will play at Brooklyn's Bell House on August 7.

The Krayolas Release TORMENTA Album
by Kristin Salaky - Jun 21, 2013


In Texas, they like their legends. The Alamo, Sam Houston, even the Dallas Cowboys. And down in San Antonio they have another: the Krayolas, the band started in 1975 by the Saldana brothers, a pair of Mexican-American teenagers in love with powerpop. The great Augie Meyers, the Texas Tornado himself, calls them up to go in the studio with him, and Little Steven, Dave Marsh, and Ben Fong-Torres think they're the coolest thing since an iced bottle of Lone Star.

Seattle's Hotel Max Amps Up Summer with a Getaway Package
by Robert Diamond - Jun 13, 2013


Hotel Max is teaming up with EMP to celebrate the museum's “Women Who Rock” exhibition which debuts June 14 and profiles the artistry and style of the most influential female stars in rock n' roll. To honor the powerful, talented women who have shaped rock history, downtown Seattle's home away from home for musicians, art lovers and the creatively inclined will be offering visitors to the Emerald City an amped up “I Love Rock n' Roll” getaway package that empowers guests to unleash their inner rock star with their own guitar and amp.

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW to Return to Australia, Begin. 12/31 in Brisbane
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 1, 2013


Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show is back! Fish out the fishnets and sharpen those stilettos for the rockiest ride of your life! Producers Howard Panter and John Frost today announced that the much loved iconic musical will open on December 31, 2013 at the Lyric Theatre, QPAC, Brisbane followed by seasons at the Crown Theatre, Perth in February, and the Festival Theatre, Adelaide in March. This fresh production is currently playing in the UK to sell out houses, and our exciting new production will feature a sexy and very surprising all-Australian star cast.

BWW Interviews: Jillian Mueller of FLASHDANCE National Tour Answers Our Silly Query
by Michael L. Quintos - May 14, 2013


After spending time on Broadway and on tour, triple-threat actress Jillian Mueller can now be seen dancing up a (ha ha) storm in the National Tour production of FLASHDANCE, in which she plays leading lady Alex Owens---yes, the sexy steel mill worker who moonlights as a maniac, maniac, on the floor. The stage incarnation of the hit movie of the same name continues performances through May 19 at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. While settling into her final week of shows here in Orange County, Ms. Mueller agreed to some of our silly questions. Thankfully, she played along!

THE REFUSERS Open for Black Keys at Napa's BottleRock Festival Today
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2013


The Refusers - the #1 ranked indie band on Reverbnation Seattle rock - will share the stage with rock's top acts at the BottleRock Festival in Napa today, May 9th.

Aerosmith to Perform on New York's Randall's Island, 07/13
by Conor Sheeran - May 8, 2013


LivingSocial, the local marketplace to buy and share the best things to do in your city, today announced that Aerosmith, America's greatest rock and roll band, will headline LivingSocial's Backyard Festival on Randall's Island in New York City on Saturday, July 13th.

NBC Taps Carrie Underwood to Perform SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL Theme
by Tyler Peterson - May 7, 2013


NBC selected six-time Grammy Award-winner and multi-platinum recording artist, Carrie Underwood, to perform “Waiting All Day for Sunday Night,” the opening theme for primetime television's No. 1 program, Sunday Night Football on NBC. Country music superstar Underwood, the season-four winner of American Idol, makes her Sunday Night Football debut on Sunday, September 8 on NBC's first SNF broadcast of the 2013 NFL season, a heated NFC East rivalry game when Dallas Cowboys host the New York Giants. The opening theme will continue each week kicking off Sunday Night Football every Sunday night throughout the NFL season on NBC.

Joan Jett & The Wanted to Perform at 2013 OC Fair, 5/11
by Tyler Peterson - May 6, 2013


Joan Jett and The Blackhearts will perform on Thursday, July 25 and The Wanted will perform on Wednesday, August 7, as part of the Toyota Summer Concert Series at the Pacific Amphitheatre at the 2013 OC Fair. As always, concert and action sports tickets include Fair admission.

THE REFUSERS to Open for Black Keys at Napa's BottleRock Festival, 5/9
by Conor Sheeran - May 2, 2013


The Refusers - the #1 ranked indie band on Reverbnation Seattle rock - will share the stage with rock's top acts at the BottleRock Festival in Napa on May 9th.

THE GONG SHOW LIVE Comes to The Cutting Room, Now thru 10/3
by BWW News Desk - May 2, 2013


The RadioChick, in association with Sony Television Pictures, presents THE GONG SHOW LIVE, the greatest show in human history brought to life onstage for the first time on earth. The pre-off-Broadway-tryout-six-month-event will run tonight, May 2 - October 3 at The Cutting Room in New York City.

THE GONG SHOW LIVE Comes to The Cutting Room, 5/2-10/3
by BWW News Desk - Apr 20, 2013


The RadioChick, in association with Sony Television Pictures, presents THE GONG SHOW LIVE, the greatest show in human history brought to life onstage for the first time on earth. The pre-off-Broadway-tryout-six-month-event will run May 2 - October 3 at The Cutting Room in New York City.

Blues Guitarist Meyer Rossabi Debuts New Track at Gibson NYC Music Series Today
by BWW News Desk - Apr 15, 2013


Nationally acclaimed blues and rock guitarist Meyer Rossabi is set to debut a track from his upcoming album The Road To Recovery at Gibson Guitar Studios in New York City today, April 15th at 11am.

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