Carly Cosgrove to Release New Album 'The Cleanest of Houses Are Empty'
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2024
‘The Cleanest of Houses Are Empty’ is the follow up to the band’s 2021 debut ‘See You In Chemistry’, which found the band tracing personal growth through anxiety, depression, indecision, and, ultimately, self-actualization. The first single and music video for “You Old Dog” is out now. Listen to the song here!
Rising Superstar Young Miko Unveils THE XOXO TOUR 2024
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2024
Young Miko, hailed by The New York Times as one of the artists “shaping the sound of 2024,” is set to embark on THE XOXO TOUR 2024, a headline outing that will bring the genre-bending Puerto-Rican phenom to 19 cities across the country. Tickets will be available starting with an artist presale beginning on Wednesday, May 1 at 10 AM local time.
Video: Zolita Unveils Music Video for Queer Country Anthem 'Small Town Scandal'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2024
Zolita has unveiled the official video for her Queer country anthem “Small Town Scandal,” appearing on her forthcoming album Queen of Hearts due May 31 via AWAL. Building off the storyline from her previously released video for “Bloodstream,” the video features Zolita as well as Love Island fan favorite Kyra Green running away together as they find refuge in a sea of line dancers. As a filmmaker, each track begins as an elaborate movie in Zolita’s mind, boldly rooted in both riveting drama and raw emotion. Watch the video here!
Pardoner Share Lead Single 'Future of Music' From Newly Announced EP
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 29, 2024
Pardoner has announced their blistering new EP Paranoid In Hell and share lead single “Future Of Music.” Recorded in a day with Philadelphia-based artist and producer Justus Proffit, the 4-song collection traffics in minimalist hardcore, starry-eyed slacker rock, and the band’s trademark, witty lyricism and caustic critiques. Listen to the song here!
Kronos Quartet Archive Acquired By the Library of Congress
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2024
Kronos Quartet receives triple honors from the Library of Congress, including acquisition of their archive, D.Harrington's appointment as Kluge Chair, and 'Pieces of Africa' induction into the National Recording Registry.
Student Blog: A Tour Through My Theatre 'Eras'
by Student Blogger: Olivia Stevens - Apr 28, 2024
When I look back, I realize that the stages of my theatre-kid history can be divided into distinct “eras” based on the shows that I most listened to at the time and the other shows that I discovered through them. Today, I’m finally taking a walk down memory lane as I pinpoint each “era” of my life as a theatre kid, and how each one turned me into the theatre fan I am today.
Twenty One Pilots Share New Song & Official Music Video 'Backslide'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 25, 2024
GRAMMY® Award winning duo Twenty One Pilots have shared “Backslide,” the third new song to be released from their highly anticipated forthcoming album, Clancy, which will arrive May 24th via Fueled By Ramen. Available now on all streaming platforms, “Backslide” is joined by an official music video directed by the band’s own Josh Dun. Listen to the song here!
RENT Comes to the Fine Arts Center Stage
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2024
The Fine Arts Center Theatre Company will present “Rent,” live on stage. The Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical by Jonathon Larson, loosely based on Puccini's “La Boheme,” is an iconic rock opera.
Interview: Dr. Noreen Green, Conductor of the Los Angeles Jewish Symphony
by Shari Barrett - Apr 24, 2024
Dr. Noreen Green, the Founding Artistic Director and Conductor of the Los Angeles Jewish Symphony has spent 30 years presenting music of the Jewish experience. I decided to speak with Maestra Green on her history with the LAJS, conducting past concerts, and the group’s recent 30th Anniversary celebration on Sunday, April 14 at Wilshire Boulevard Temple in Brentwood.
Review: A CELEBRATION OF TONY BENNETT Was a Starry Night at Jazz at Lincoln Center
by Rob Lester - Apr 23, 2024
This year's Jazz at Lincoln Center gala featured a host of star-studded performers including Kristin Chenoweth, Bernadette Peters, Josh Groban, and many more. A small sample of the hundreds of songs superstar Tony Bennett recorded and sang in concerts sparkled in this one-night-only concert on April 17th.
Video: The Inspector Cluzo Share “The Outsider” Animated Music Video
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2024
Gascony, France-based blues-rock duo The Inspector Cluzo has released the artfully drawn official music video for “The Outsider” from their acclaimed HORIZON LP. The video extends and fleshes out the original track into a mini-movie of rugged blues rock motifs. The Inspector Cluzo says, “‘The Outsider’ is our favorite song to play live. It always brings big momentum to the performance...' Watch the video here!
Lola Brooke Drops Extended Version of 'Dennis Daughter' Album
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 19, 2024
Lola Brooke, the rising star of Rap, is back with a bang as she flips the switch on the release of the deluxe edition to her debut project, Dennis Daughter. The special edition welcomes four songs: 'Neighborhood Hero,' accompanied by an explosive music video out now HERE, 'GO GET YA MOTHA,' 'Bend It Ova,' featuring A Boogie and Big Freedia, and 'Becky,' featuring 41. Listen to the album here!
Meet the Cast of ILLINOISE, Beginning Performances Today on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2024
Previews begin tonight, April 24, for Illinoise, the theatrical adaptation of Grammy- and Oscar-nominated Sufjan Stevens’ concept album Illinois. Performances will continue through August 10 at the St. James Theatre. Meet the cast of Illinoise here!
Review: THE PRICE IS RIGHT LIVE at The Price Is Right Live Tour
by Rich Mehrenberg - Apr 17, 2024
This is the real deal! Audience members were called on stage. Real cash and prizes were awarded. Same music, same sound effects, same games. Hosted by “the host with the most’ Todd Newton, everyone involved had a great time. Newton has that smooth, buttery emcee demeanor while simultaneously exuding charm, enthusiasm, and a great sense of humor.
Open-Door Playhouse Debuts THE QUEEN OF CARBON In May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2024
Catch the debut of THE QUEEN OF CARBON, a short play podcast by Open-Door Playhouse. Follow the story of Lizzy, a pregnant woman with a unique name choice for her baby, inspired by scientist Mildred Dresselhaus.