260 West 42nd Street
New York, NY
BUILT: 1893
CLOSED: 1930
DEMOLISHED: 1932
SEATING CAPACITY: 2065
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American Music Hall History
Opened November 16, 1908
Shows at the American Music Hall
DATES PRODUCTION 10/29/1938 - 1/22/1939 The Girl from Wyoming (1938) 8/30/1909 - The Only Law (1909)
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Natalie Jane Sets 2026 World Tour Following New Album Release
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 27, 2025
Rising pop sensation Natalie Jane has announced her “the world i didn’t want” world tour, with tickets available to the public on Thursday, October 30, at 10 a.m. local time.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 27, 2025
Rising pop sensation Natalie Jane has announced her “the world i didn’t want” world tour, with tickets available to the public on Thursday, October 30, at 10 a.m. local time.
Billy Joel Exhibit To Close At Long Island Music And Entertainment Hall Of Fame
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2025
The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame will be 'movin' out' the extremely popular Billy Joel, My Life: A Piano Man's Journey exhibit with a special event entitled: The Billy Joel Collectors Presentation.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2025
The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame will be 'movin' out' the extremely popular Billy Joel, My Life: A Piano Man's Journey exhibit with a special event entitled: The Billy Joel Collectors Presentation.
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Shares Full 25th Anniversary Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 11, 2025
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass (HSB) has shared the full lineup for its silver anniversary in San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Park from Friday, October 3 to Sunday, October 5.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 11, 2025
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass (HSB) has shared the full lineup for its silver anniversary in San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Park from Friday, October 3 to Sunday, October 5.
Interview: Lizzy Shaps on New Album LIZZY & THE TRIGGERMEN: LIVE AT JOE'S PUB
by Rebecca Kaplan - Sep 4, 2025
The 10-piece indie swing band Lizzy & the Triggermen played a show at Joe’s Pub last April that was so vibrant, they decided to turn the recording into an album. We spoke with bandleader Lizzy about the album, now out on all platforms.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Sep 4, 2025
The 10-piece indie swing band Lizzy & the Triggermen played a show at Joe’s Pub last April that was so vibrant, they decided to turn the recording into an album. We spoke with bandleader Lizzy about the album, now out on all platforms.
HAYLA Returning to North America This Fall for New Headlining Shows
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 21, 2025
Following several performances this summer, singer/songwriter HAYLA will be returning to North America this fall for a 12-date headlining tour. Pre-sale tickets are live now.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 21, 2025
Following several performances this summer, singer/songwriter HAYLA will be returning to North America this fall for a 12-date headlining tour. Pre-sale tickets are live now.
Nathaniel Rateliff, Margaret Glaspy, & More Join Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 21, 2025
Now in its 25th year, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass will once again present an eclectic bill of top performers spanning an array of genres, including Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Margaret Glaspy, Cimafunk, Paper Wings, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 21, 2025
Now in its 25th year, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass will once again present an eclectic bill of top performers spanning an array of genres, including Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Margaret Glaspy, Cimafunk, Paper Wings, and more.
Lily Rose Expands 'I Know What I Want' Headline Tour To West Coast
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 20, 2025
Lily Rose has added a brand-new West Coast and Pacific Northwest leg to her I Know What I Want Tour, with new dates in Seattle, San Diego, Las Vegas and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 20, 2025
Lily Rose has added a brand-new West Coast and Pacific Northwest leg to her I Know What I Want Tour, with new dates in Seattle, San Diego, Las Vegas and more.
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Unveils New Additions to 25th Anniversary Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 6, 2025
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass (HSB) has shared the next wave of the lineup for its silver anniversary in San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Park from Friday, October 3 to Sunday, October 5.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 6, 2025
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass (HSB) has shared the next wave of the lineup for its silver anniversary in San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Park from Friday, October 3 to Sunday, October 5.
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Unveils First of 25th Anniversary Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 23, 2025
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass (HSB) has shared the initial lineup for its silver anniversary in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park from Friday, October 3 to Sunday, October 5.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 23, 2025
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass (HSB) has shared the initial lineup for its silver anniversary in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park from Friday, October 3 to Sunday, October 5.
Baroness Expands Red & Blue Tour with New Fall West Coast Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 9, 2025
Baroness is bringing their Red & Blue Tour to Western North America with a newly announced slate of fall dates. The shows will feature the band performing their Red Album and Blue Record in their entirety.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 9, 2025
Baroness is bringing their Red & Blue Tour to Western North America with a newly announced slate of fall dates. The shows will feature the band performing their Red Album and Blue Record in their entirety.
The Sword Extend Warp Riders 15th Anniversary Tour Across U.S.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 9, 2025
The Sword has extended their highly anticipated Warp Riders 15th Anniversary tour, adding a new leg that sees the trek now span the U.S. Tickets are on sale this Friday at 10 a.m. local time.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 9, 2025
The Sword has extended their highly anticipated Warp Riders 15th Anniversary tour, adding a new leg that sees the trek now span the U.S. Tickets are on sale this Friday at 10 a.m. local time.
Boris Details Pink 20th Anniversary Tour 'Do You Remember Pink Days?'
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 24, 2025
In celebration of the 20th anniversary of their landmark album Pink, Japanese legends Boris have announced a North American tour in October + November 2025.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 24, 2025
In celebration of the 20th anniversary of their landmark album Pink, Japanese legends Boris have announced a North American tour in October + November 2025.
The History of THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jun 7, 2025
A new version of the classic, The Pirates of Penzance, is currently commanding the stage at Roundabout’s Todd Haimes Theatre on 42nd Street—formerly the American Airlines and before that, the Selwyn. This revisal of the beloved show is titled: Pirates! The Penzance Musical.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jun 7, 2025
A new version of the classic, The Pirates of Penzance, is currently commanding the stage at Roundabout’s Todd Haimes Theatre on 42nd Street—formerly the American Airlines and before that, the Selwyn. This revisal of the beloved show is titled: Pirates! The Penzance Musical.
HAYLA Unveils Summer 2025 Live Dates, Including Festivals and Pride Events
by Josh Sharpe - May 19, 2025
Following a resounding EDC Las Vegas this past weekend, powerhouse vocalist and high-caliber songwriter HAYLA has announced new live dates for this summer.
by Josh Sharpe - May 19, 2025
Following a resounding EDC Las Vegas this past weekend, powerhouse vocalist and high-caliber songwriter HAYLA has announced new live dates for this summer.
The Sword to Embark on Western U.S. Tour; Will Perform 'Warp Riders' Album in Full
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2025
Following their much-anticipated reunion, The Sword has announced their first slate of U.S. tour dates. The legendary Austin band heads west this summer, performing the epic Warp Riders album in its entirety to mark the record’s 15th anniversary.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2025
Following their much-anticipated reunion, The Sword has announced their first slate of U.S. tour dates. The legendary Austin band heads west this summer, performing the epic Warp Riders album in its entirety to mark the record’s 15th anniversary.
Swans Confirm European Tour Dates Ahead of 'Birthing' Album Release
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 24, 2025
Swans, who recently announced their seventeenth studio album, Birthing, arriving May 30, have confirmed a European trek in support of the highly anticipated release, launching on Oct. 23 in Leipzig.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 24, 2025
Swans, who recently announced their seventeenth studio album, Birthing, arriving May 30, have confirmed a European trek in support of the highly anticipated release, launching on Oct. 23 in Leipzig.
Jill Sobule to Release F*CK7thGRADE Cast Recording
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 10, 2025
Singer-songwriter Jill Sobule has announced the cast recording of her New York Times Critic’s Pick, Drama Desk-nominated autobiographical musical F*ck 7th Grade, to be released on June 6.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 10, 2025
Singer-songwriter Jill Sobule has announced the cast recording of her New York Times Critic’s Pick, Drama Desk-nominated autobiographical musical F*ck 7th Grade, to be released on June 6.
Ellise Sets Debut Headlining 'The PRETTY EVIL Tour'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 8, 2025
Ellise, known for her breakout single “911”, has announced her debut headlining “The PRETTY EVIL Tour”, kicking off July 31 in Pittsburgh, PA, at the Thunderbird Music Hall.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 8, 2025
Ellise, known for her breakout single “911”, has announced her debut headlining “The PRETTY EVIL Tour”, kicking off July 31 in Pittsburgh, PA, at the Thunderbird Music Hall.
Miki Berenyi Trio Unveils North American Fall Tour Dates, New Single
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 31, 2025
Miki Berenyi Trio will release their debut album Tripla this Friday, April 4. Ahead of the album, they have shared the final album track, “Kinch,” and announced a North American fall tour.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 31, 2025
Miki Berenyi Trio will release their debut album Tripla this Friday, April 4. Ahead of the album, they have shared the final album track, “Kinch,” and announced a North American fall tour.
Maddie Zahm Shares New EP '(the angry part)' Featuring New Single 'Cannibal'
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 28, 2025
Singer-songwriter Maddie Zahm has released her new EP (the angry part via AWAL. Alongside the release comes “Cannibal,” one of the most vulnerable songs Maddie has ever written. Check out the new EP now.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 28, 2025
Singer-songwriter Maddie Zahm has released her new EP (the angry part via AWAL. Alongside the release comes “Cannibal,” one of the most vulnerable songs Maddie has ever written. Check out the new EP now.
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