Island Records and Indiegogo have announced an innovative partnership, launching 'Fan Republic” as the first collaboration of its kind between a music label and a crowdfunding platform.
Following hot on the heels of his last two well received albums, "Bitter Sweet" (2011) and "Blue Collar" (2012), long-time Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Marc Platt continues his exploration of contemporary folk music with his latest, "Brand New Day."
The Old Globe today announced that San Diego musical artists The Midnight Pine and Stevie Harris have joined the lineup for the Globe's one-night-only Jeff Buckley Tribute Concert on Monday, Aug. 19 at 7:00 p.m. The concert, which features several prominent local artists covering the songs of the legendary musician, coincides with the Globe's upcoming production of The Last Goodbye, a fusion of Buckley's music with Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.
The Old Globe will present a one-night-only Jeff Buckley Tribute Concert on Monday, Aug. 19 at 7:00 p.m. that will feature several prominent San Diego artists covering the songs of the legendary musician.
The International Beethoven Project presents renowned pianist Christopher O'Riley in Chicago one night only on Monday, May 13 at 7:30 p.m. at Merit School of Music's Joy Faith Knapp Music Center, 38 S. Peoria St. in the West Loop. Popularly known for his groundbreaking transcriptions of Radiohead, Elliott Smith, Nick Drake and other rock musicians, O'Riley returns to Chicago with a very different repertoire: virtuosic selections from his new album of iconic Franz Liszt transcriptions, O'Riley's Liszt. O'Riley delves into the works of that master interpreter, adding his own touches and insight to the music of Mozart, Wagner, Berlioz, Schubert and Schumann. Tickets for the May 13 concert are $15 for general admission and $50 for VIP priority seating that includes an exclusive post-concert reception with O'Riley. To purchase tickets or for more information, please visit www.internationalbeethovenproject.com.
Tom Hardin has just released a single from his upcoming album Reason To Believe - The Songs of Tim Hardin, set for release February 26th on Full Time Hobby. Listen to the cover of Okkervil River's 'It'll Never Happen Again' below!
Ringo Starr is a living legend whose contribution to the roots of rock and roll is immeasurable, not only as a Beatle, but also through his prolific and successful solo career. In gathering a new group of iconic rockers to play as the All Starr band each tour, every configuration offers a new and memorable moment where we get to experience songs we all know and love.
The Rolling Stones, ABKCO Music & Records, Interscope Records and Universal Music Enterprises are pleased to announce the release of GRRR! by The Rolling Stones on the 13th of November 2012 in North America.
Monologist Mike Daisey has been selected to receive an honorary degree from Cornish College of the Arts and will also deliver the commencement address to the class of 2012. In addition to Mr. Daisey, artist, designer, and technologist Chris Csikszentmihalyi; pianist Christopher O'Riley; and renowned artist Betye Saar will also receive honorary degrees. They will be presented by President Nancy J. Uscher at the Cornish Commencement Ceremony today, May 13, 2012 at 2 pm
With iTunes lauding her as one of their "New and Noteworthy" singer-songwriters, Alyssa Graham continues to receive praise for her new album Lock, Stock & Soul available now on Sunnyside Records.
Sundance Institute and The O2 announced today the programme of events and performances that will take place in the unique Cinema Café and Music Café spaces at the first-ever Sundance London film and music festival, 26-29 April at The O2.
With iTunes lauding her as one of their "New and Noteworthy" singer-songwriters, Alyssa Graham continues to receive praise for her new album Lock, Stock & Soul available now on Sunnyside Records.
Berkshire Theatre Group and Artistic Director/CEO, Kate Maguire have just announced programming for Summer 2012. BTG's Summer of 2012 boasts a full assortment of theatrical productions, concerts, comedy, Friday Series play readings, Musical Mondays, Made in the Berkshires and more.
Z2 Entertainment will present Alameda & Ukulele Loki's Gadabout Orchestra with You, Me and Apollo at the Fox Theatre on Thursday, March 15th. Tickets go on sale Friday, February 10th for $8.00 in advance and $10.00 day of show.
Monologist Mike Daisey has been selected to receive an honorary degree from Cornish College of the Arts and will also deliver the commencement address to the class of 2012. In addition to Mr. Daisey, artist, designer, and technologist Chris Csikszentmihalyi; pianist Christopher O'Riley; and renowned artist Betye Saar will also receive honorary degrees. They will be presented by President Nancy J. Uscher at the Cornish Commencement Ceremony on May 13, 2012 at 2 pm