Joan Osborne News

SOPAC's 2021-2022 season offers a full slate of talented Singer-Songwriters. Audiences can experience a broad swath of sounds, from the instantly recognizable music of Suzanne Vega, KT Tunstall and Roger McGuinn to up-and-comers like laidback Eric Hutchinson and the harmonious The Milk Carton Kids.

The Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts at Pepperdine University has announced its 2021–2022 season of performances.

This fall, the South Orange Performing Arts Center fully reopens. SOPAC's 2021-2022 season is its most diverse and inclusive yet, featuring musicians from various backgrounds, such as an Israeli superstar, a social justice-focused band, a Ukrainian quartet, various Celtic groups, a hip-hop violinist, a bayou-soul artist, and a chorus of womxn and non-binary singers. 

The performers were shot and recorded in all 5 Boroughs in locations such as Birdland, the Brooklyn Museum, Columbia University, La Casita de Chema, Maimonides Park, NYU, Open Jar Studios, Red Hook Winery, Russ & Daughters, Steinway & Sons Factory, Tom’s Restaurant, and the Wonder Wheel among many others.

The Martha's Vineyard Concert Series will welcome live music back to the island with a special free show Tuesday night, July 20th. “Sonic Revolution at the Loft” will showcase local acts including Rose Guerin, Willy Mason Band, the Phil daRosa Band, and more at the biggest nightclub on the island, the Loft in Oak Bluffs. 

BerkleeNYC's Power Station presents Janie Barnett as she plays the music of Cole Porter on August 13th, 2021

David Yazbek will return to Feinstein’s/54 Below with a new concert on September 23, 2021 at 7 PM.  The Tony Award-winning composer will present a full cycle of songs from the upcoming musical Dead Outlaw, co-written with collaborator Erik Della Penna, and performed by the composers and a full band.

His work has been nominated for a Tony, an Emmy and a British Academy Award. His more than 35 plays have been seen in theatres around the world.

The MV Concert Series announced another round of top touring musicians that will be performing at the Loft on Martha's Vineyard. Martin Sexton, Badfish, moe., Dwight and Nicole, and Dalton & The Sheriffs join a packed lineup at the Loft, which includes acts like Livingston Taylor, Joan Osborne and Ripe. The moe. shows will be a special Beach Road Weekend after party.

The shows are presented thanks to a partnership between MV Concert Series and The Loft. The Loft will undergo a six-figure renovation of the sound and lighting systems funded by the Martha’s Vineyard Concert Series, bringing a theatre experience to one of Oak Bluffs’ best hangouts. Sound engineers will map out the room and create a system specifically designed to bring professional concerts to the Loft. While much of the interior will look the same, the venue will have a new professional sound that transforms the entire experience.

The Emelin Theatre has launched the Rise & Shine Campaign to prepare for, fund and celebrate its reopening scheduled for early October.  The Rise & Shine campaign will run throughout 2021 and lead into the 50th Anniversary Season of the Emelin in 2022.

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts will present a brand-new season filled with concerts and performances for a wide range of tastes from eclectic to traditional, from Grammy-winning artists in jazz, American roots, classical and global music to Broadway greats and more.

During its 2021–22 season, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts will showcase the finest musicians in American roots music, often in an unplugged format, revealing the soul of the artist. Scottsdale Arts ONE Members can get the best seats before tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, May 14, 2021.

The Park Theatre is adding live-streaming concerts from well-known musical artists to its virtual offerings. These concerts come from all parts of the USA. Virtual Park Theatre initial national artists include Joan Osborne (May 1), Keb’ Mo’ (May 5 & 6), Los Lobos (May 6), Michael McDonald of the Doobie Brothers (May 7) and more.

'I've always adored INXS and been completely infatuated with Michael. 'All we got is this moment' is such a stunning opening line,” states Weiner. “I've loved singing all my favorite songs throughout the quarantine and trying to open up new channels.' 

'There are 8 million stories in the Naked City. Charyse is just one of them. I love singing about her,' says front man Adam Weiner.

The show, which will mark episode #79 of 'Tough Cookies,' will be available to  stream via Low Cut Connie and the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame's social media accounts.

Versatile powerhouse vocalist Carrie Zaruba has kept busy over the past few years. With the release of her new album titled 'Natural Disaster,' Carrie is ready to return to the music scene in a mighty way. The album is now available on Spotify, Apple Music, and all other digital retailers.

Singer/songwriter Lisa St. Lou releases “I've Seen The Light” today, a powerful anthem steeped in New Orleans soul and Lisa's own gospel roots.

Low Cut Connie will perform at the official home states inaguration celebration event for President-Elect Joe Biden.