Sam Cooke News

La Jolla Playhouse has unveiled its 2024/2025 season, featuring two world-premiere musicals. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

What did our critic think of JOSHUA HENRY - AN EVENING OF BROADWAY AND SOUL at Venetian Room? Bay Area Cabaret opened its 2023/24 season with Tony-nominated (Carousel, The Scottsboro Boys, Violet) and Grammy Award-winning artist Joshua Henry who presented his take on retro-soul and R&B to an enthusiastic audience.

Joshua Henry brings 'Get Up Stand Up' to 92NY. Don't miss this exciting performance at 92NY.

Nashville-based singer-songwriter Thunderstorm Artis has unveiled his latest single, “Scared to Love,” a song about finding your soulmate. Artis has released several tracks over the last year - “Take Me To The Fire,” “Stronger,” which was featured on “Grey’s Anatomy,' 'Surprise,' and most recently, “Stand Up Eight.”

“You Let Me Down Again” follows the release of the album’s lead single “This Love,” the last song Chadwick ever wrote, dedicated to his wife Hannah. Sadly Chadwick didn’t have the chance to record vocals before his passing, so as a tribute, and with Hannah’s blessing, the band’s close friend and fellow Dallas musician Keite Young featured.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of soulful music as Signature Theatre announces the cast for How Sweet It Is: The Men Of Soul Cabaret. Join Isaac 'Deacon Izzy' Bell and Derrick D. Truby Jr. for a tribute to the legendary Marvin Gaye, Otis Redding, and more.

Abraham Alexander is teaming up with Wilder Woods for a cover of Sam Cooke’s hit song “Bring It On Home To Me.' The compilation features a host of artists from the label’s roster including The Lumineers, Shakey Graves, Langhorne Slim, flipturn and The Lone Bellow reinterpreting a mix of contemporary and classic songs.

 The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles (GMCLA) presents as part of its 2023-2024 Season, now in its 45th year, HOORAY FOR HOLIDAYS, a joyous celebration of holiday music from cinema and television. 

MUSE/IQUE presents 'Gospel and the King: Elvis' at First Congregational Church LA on October 19 and 21.

Tony and Grammy Award-winning, three-time Emmy and two-time Academy Award-nominated singer, songwriter, actor, and entertainer, Leslie Odom, Jr. is set to release a brand-new studio album, When A Crooner Dies. Leslie Odom Jr. is currently on Broadway in Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch by the legendary Ossie Davis.

For the first time in his career, Cal Mitchell makes his solo debut at The Green Room 42! Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

In celebration of The Bay's first year as a beloved and sustainable gathering place for the community, there will be five days of free activities, programs and events from October 18-22. Learn more about the upcoming programming here!

BlackRock Center for the Arts has announced its 22nd season of programming as a dedicated hub for inspiring performing and visual arts experiences in the most diverse county in the United States, Montgomery County, Md.   

Don't miss out on the Arthur Miller Foundation Honors event hosted by Leslie Odom Jr. and Kara Young on November 6. Join the stars and celebrate the achievements of this iconic foundation.

Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke’s contract with The New York Pops has been extended through the 2027-2028 season.

The first Broadway revival of the American comedy Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch by legendary Ossie Davis will officially open on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at The Music Box Theatre. Meet the cast of Purlie Victorious here!

Eli Paperboy Reed unveils the second single, “IDKWYCTD (I Came to Play),” from his forthcoming album Hits And Misses: The Singles. The high-energy, anthemic party starter, “IDKWYCTD (I Came to Play),” one of three originals featured on the album, was featured in Disney's Marvel comic series, Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur.

Explore the first solo museum survey of photographs by Rhona Bitner at The Wellin Museum of Art. Discover seven photographic series spanning three decades, showcasing Bitner's captivating images of music, dance, and theater. On view September 9 - December 9, 2023.

Atlanta's Gringo Star is excited to share their new video for 'On And One And Gone' the title track from their acclaimed new album out now on My Anxious Mouth (order). The video was directed by director Federico Fregonese. Gringo Star will be performing on August 5 at Monday Night Brewery's 12th Anniversary in Atlanta.

Overture Center's 2023/24 season showcases an array of diverse artistic expressions, cultures and personality. Learn more about the season lineup here!