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Travis Tritt, Billy Ray Cyrus & More to Join Charlie Daniels Band for 40th Anniversary Volunteer Jam
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 19, 2014


On Aug. 12, 2015, The Charlie Daniels Band's legendary Volunteer Jam, a star-studded, multi-genre musical extravaganza that has featured artists like James Brown, Billy Joel, Garth Brooks, Don Henley and Lynyrd Skynyrd (to name a few), returns to Nashville. In addition to The Charlie Daniels Band, the highly-anticipated 40th anniversary event will bring a slew of special guests to Bridgestone Arena, including Billy Ray Cyrus, Kentucky Headhunters, Montgomery Gentry, the Outlaws, Lee Roy Parnell and Travis Tritt, with even more exciting artist announcements coming soon. And, because this is THE Volunteer Jam, ticket holders can expect a few BIG surprises from unannounced acts.

Oscar Nominee Minnie Driver Joins Cast of NBC's PETER PAN LIVE; MAKING OF PETER PAN LIVE Special Will Air 11/26
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 5, 2014


Oscar, Emmy, Screen Actors Guild and Golden Globe nominee Minnie Driver will serve as narrator and adult Wendy Darling in NBC's highly anticipated telecast of 'Peter Pan Live!' set for Thursday, Dec. 4 at 8 p.m. (ET/PT).

Sam Moore, B.J. Thomas Among Artists to Join Tribute at 2014 Memphis Music Hall of Fame Induction
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 27, 2014


On November 6 at 7 p.m., The Cannon Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Memphis will once again be filled with Memphis music legends, contemporary up-and-comers and a host of national touring artists who'll descend upon the Bluff City to pay tribute to this year's Memphis Music Hall of Fame Honorees.

Betty Buckley, Minnie Driver, Penny Arcade and More Come to Joe's Pub This Week
by BWW News Desk - Oct 7, 2014


Joe's Pub at the Public has announced its performances this week, October 8-19, 2014. Details below!

Tickets Go on Sale Today for David Bromberg Quintet at the Strand-Capitol
by BWW News Desk - Oct 2, 2014


On Dec. 6, 2014, downtown York's historic Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center will welcome David Bromberg Quintet, led by the 'Godfather of Americana' David Bromberg. Tickets are on sale now to Strand-Capitol members and go on sale to the general public today, October 2 at 10:00 a.m.

Mark Billingham's THE OTHER HALF to Play Birmingham Rep, 10 Nov
by BWW News Desk - Sep 30, 2014


Pain, loss and violence might be the lifeblood of crime fiction but they also feature at the heart of the very best country music. And now the two come together in an original show, THE OTHER HALF, written by award-winning crime writer Mark Billingham with music by leading British Americana country duo, My Darling Clementine at Birmingham Repertory Theatre on Monday 10 November.

Strand-Capitol to Welcome David Bromberg Quintet, 10/2
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 18, 2014


On Dec. 6, 2014, downtown York's historic Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center will welcome David Bromberg Quintet, led by the 'Godfather of Americana' David Bromberg. Tickets are on sale now to Strand-Capitol members and go on sale to the general public on Thursday, October 2 at 10:00 a.m.

Karsh Kale, Puddles Pity Party, John Early, Natasha Diggs and More Play Joe's Pub, Now thru 8/10
by BWW News Desk - Jul 30, 2014


Joe's Pub at the Public has announced its upcoming performances, today, July 30 - August 10, 2014. Details below!

Karsh Kale, Puddles Pity Party, John Early, Natasha Diggs and More to Play Joe's Pub, 7/30-8/10
by BWW News Desk - Jul 28, 2014


Joe's Pub at the Public has announced its upcoming performances, July 30 - August 10, 2014. Details below!

Fox Theatre Recognized Among Leaders in Worldwide Ticket Sales
by Jillian Gaier - Jul 24, 2014


Atlanta's historic Fox Theatre is recognized as a Top Stop for Mid-Year 2014 by leading entertainment trade publications Venues Today and Pollstar Magazine. The Fox Theatre ranked second in the world for concert ticket sales, among similar-sized venues, in the Venues Today 2014 "Mid-Year Top Stop" rankings for the second consecutive year for facilities of 2,001-5,000 seating capacity. The city's landmark attraction is also ranked third in Pollstar Magazine's midyear list of Top 100 Theater Venues for Worldwide Ticket Sales.

Karsh Kale, Midlake, Allen Toussaint, The Deslondes and More Set for Joe's Pub, Now thru 8/3
by BWW News Desk - Jul 23, 2014


Joe's Pub at the Public has announced its upcoming lineup for the next couple weeks, July 23-August 3, 2014. Scroll down for details!

Karsh Kale, Midlake, Allen Toussaint, The Deslondes and More Set for Joe's Pub, 7/23-8/3
by BWW News Desk - Jul 21, 2014


Joe's Pub at the Public has announced its upcoming lineup for the next couple weeks, July 23-August 3, 2014. Scroll down for details!

Aaron Lee Tasjan to Play at the Rockwood Music Hall Stage, 7/6
by Courtnie Mele - Jun 8, 2014


Aaron Lee Tasjan is bringing his own distinct version of indie folk grit to New York, NY on July 6th. Tasjan released his second solo EP, Crooked River Burning, on Rockwood Music Hall Recordings in the spring of 2014.

Bob Schneider and Hayes Carll Play the Fox Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2014


Z2 Entertainment will present Bob Schneider and Hayes Carll at the Fox Theatre tonight, May 29th, 2014.

Iris DeMent Closes Landmark's 2013-14 Folk Series Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2014


Landmark on Main Street will welcome Iris DeMent to close Landmark on Main Street's Fabulous Folk Series tonight, May 17, 2014 at 8 PM.

John Prine Comes to PlayhouseSquare Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2014


Long considered a 'songwriter's songwriter,' John Prine is a rare talent who writes the songs other songwriters would sell their souls for. Evidence of this is the long list of songwriters who have recorded gems from his extensive catalog, including Johnny Cash, Bonnie Raitt, the Everly Brothers, John Denver, Kris Kristofferson, Carly Simon, Ben Harper, Joan Baez, and many others. With immeasurable accolades, including two Grammys and the distinction of being one of the few songwriters honored by the Library of Congress and US Poet Laureate, Prine is more than a musician…he is an American treasure.

VIDEO: Amanda Shires's New Music Video for 'Look Like a Bird'
by BWW News Desk - Apr 29, 2014


Wall Street Journal Speakeasy premiered Amanda Shires' new video for 'Look Like A Bird' from her lastest album, Down Fell The Doves. Check out the video below!

Iris DeMent to Close Landmark's 2013-14 Folk Series, 5/17
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 25, 2014


Landmark on Main Street will welcome Iris DeMent to close Landmark on Main Street's Fabulous Folk Series on Saturday, May 17, 2014 at 8 PM.

Bonnie Koloc & Susan Werner to Play ECC Arts Center, 5/10
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 18, 2014


Chicago's own Bonnie Koloc and Susan Werner unite for an amazing evening of folk, blues, jazz and pop music at the ECC Arts Center located in Building H on the Elgin Community College Campus, 1700 Spartan Drive, Saturday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m.

DEL BARBER Set Releases 'Prairieography' Today
by BWW News Desk - Apr 15, 2014


Acclaimed Canadian singer/songwriter/storyteller DEL BARBER will release his fourth album PRAIRIEOGRAPHY (True North Records) in the U.S. today, April 15.

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