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Video: Watch Finn Wolfhard-Directed Video for 'Set The Stage' From Lunar Vacation's New Album
by Josh Sharpe - June 17, 2024 Decatur, GA-based band Lunar Vacation have revealed their fearless sophomore album will be coming later this year. Ahead of the album, Lunar Vacation habe shared the album’s lead single “Set The Stage” alongside its music video directed by actor and musician Finn Wolfhard. Watch the video now!...
Jordana Releasing New Album 'Lively Premonition;' Shares Lead Single
by Josh Sharpe - August 06, 2024 23-year-old Maryland-raised and LA-based songwriter Jordana has announced her vibrant new record, Lively Premonition, which will be released on October 18. Made throughout 2023 with producer Emmett Kai, Lively Premonition focuses on crumbling relationships, a newfound sobriety, finding a place in a ...
BWW Q&A: Betsy Wolfe on CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' at the Pasadena POPS
by Joshua Wright - August 21, 2024 For the Pasadena POPS August 24th California Dreamin' concert, Betsy Wolfe will be singing songs from her home state along with Hugh Panaro, and conducted by Principal Pops Conductor, Michael Feinstein....
Royal Blood Announce Extensive U.S. Tour in Support of New Album 'Back to the Water Below'
by Michael Major - May 30, 2023 In the wake of last week’s new album and single announcement, the mighty Royal Blood reveal an extensive US tour in support of their forthcoming album Back To The Water Below. Spotify pre-sale begins tomorrow, May 31 at 10:00AM local time. Venue pre-sales begin on June 1 at 10:00AM local time. Check...
Hayes Noble to Release New LP; Video For First Single 'Nothing Else'
by Blair Ingenthron - March 30, 2024 Hayes Noble unveils a new LP and releases the first single and video, 'Nothing Else'....
Dark Below Release New Single 'Make Believe' & Announce Tour Dates with Rehab and Scotty Austin
by Michael Major - June 21, 2023 The song features a massive, wall of sound vibe – Thanks to producer Malcolm Springer (Matchbox 20, Collective Soul, Fear Factory, Josey Scott). The song was recorded at East Iris Studios in Nashville, TN. The band is influenced by Chevelle, Breaking Benjamin, and 10 Years – and that heavy alterna...
Remastered Deluxe Reissue Of The Cranberries 'To The Faithful Departed' Released
by Michael Major - October 13, 2023 In this deluxe reissue, the original album has been remastered by John Davis at Metropolis. Available in its original configuration as 1LP, an expanded 2LP set, and a 3CD set (whose tracklisting the digital version mirrors), To The Faithful Departed deluxe editions contain an abundance of bonus trac...
Interview: Bill Medley on THE RIGHTEOUS BROTHERS Farewell and Whether There's a Jukebox Musical in his Future
by R. Scott Reedy - August 21, 2024 For six decades, Bill Medley – who will bring the Righteous Brothers Lovin’ Feelin’ Farewell Tour to the Cape Cod Melody Tent in Hyannis on August 23 and the South Shore Music Circus in Cohasset on August 24 – has reached generations of fans with his singular bass-baritone voice and “blue-eyed soul”...
Taylor Iman Jones, Zach Noah Piser, and More Lead ALONE: A New Musical at 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - May 04, 2023 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club , presents Taylor Iman Jones, Zach Noah Piser, and more in Alone: A New Musical by John Ertman and Joseph Mathusek on May 21, 2023....
GELD Release New Single 'The Fix Is In'
by Michael Major - May 11, 2023 While oft compared to the athletic determination of Equalizing Distort-era Gauze, or the motorik-flying-off-the-rails, oddball sensibility of Hawkwind, Geld’s approach to hardcore on their forthcoming album, Currency // Castration bears closer spiritual resemblance to the throbbing, crushingly direc...
Review: THE RIGHTEOUS BROTHERS FAREWELL TOUR at Strathmore
by Roger Catlin - August 18, 2024 The latest Righteous Brothers farewell tour pulled into the Strathmore in Bethesda Thursday, entertaining an elderly crowd who enjoyed hearing their hits from the 1960s....
Review: The Train to Pain Rolls Through Indy: HADESTOWN at Clowes Memorial Hall
by The Marriage Matinee - April 05, 2024 Hadestown, the Tony Award-winning musical, has continued to enchant audiences with its unique blend of myth, music, and storytelling. Recently, a performance at Clowes Memorial Hall offered a glimpse into this underworld tale, showcasing both the production's prowess and the talent of its cast....
Review: LIZZIE, Southwark Playhouse
by Katie Kirkpatrick - November 02, 2023 From the moment the lights go up, Lizzie is a full throttle onslaught of female rage. There's heavy guitars, some serious belting, strobing lights, and plenty of fake blood. Unfortunately, though, the storytelling feels disjointed - it’s not always easy to figure out what exactly is going on, as mor...
Kid Souf Drops Catchy Pop Track 'Party Favors'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 14, 2023 Kid Souf electrifies the scene with his catchy pop track, 'Party Favors'. Reflecting on a past relationship, he channels his pain into a cathartic experience....
The Close Releases New Single and Music Video 'Coming To Break Your Heart'
by Blair Ingenthron - September 01, 2023 Indie-Americana vocal band The Close have released their new single and music video, 'Coming to Break Your Heart.' Composed of Shannon Walker, Lori J Rowton, and James McKinney, The Close is a vocal band blending Americana, contemporary folk, roots, and country, all infused with a great pop sensibil...
REVIEW: Ruva Ngwenya Delivers A Tremendous Performance in TINA, THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL
by Jade Kops - May 21, 2023 Phyllida Lloyd’s (Director)’ Laurence Olivier Award Nominated and Tony Award Nominated TINA, THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL, which premiered in London in 2019, has been bought to Sydney with Australian born Ruva Ngwenya stepping into the iconic short skirts and high hair to deliver a breathtaking performan...
Olivia Berkson Comes to 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - December 10, 2024 54 Below will present Olivia Berkson in “Coming to a Theater Near You”. Join us for a night of new music from 7 original musicals that span song cycles, epic stories, classic musical theater, and children’s shows. ...
Mondo Cozmo Releases New Album 'It's PRINCIPLE!'
by Josh Sharpe - August 30, 2024 Mondo Cozmo, the enigmatic musical force, aka Josh Ostrander, has released It's PRINCIPLE!, a varied, grizzled, intense, sincere, and intricate rock album. Listen to the album now....
Last Dinosaurs Announce Second Transmission 'KYO'
by Michael Major - February 23, 2024 On the heels of new song “N.P.D” which dropped last month, “Keys” continues the story of an egocentric main character as embodied by Lach. Fast-paced tempos and otherworldly guitars lure listeners into a sci-fi dystopian dreamworld that unfurls on the track and throughout the rest of KYO....
What Does It Take to Make an Original Broadway Cast Recording?
by Caitlin Hornik - July 15, 2024 BroadwayWorld spoke to several individuals and executives who played integral roles in the making of two original Broadway cast recordings of musicals that opened during the 2023-2024 season, Lempicka and The Great Gatsby. These creatives shed light on the behind-the-scenes processes and layers of w...
National Philharmonic Reveals 2023-2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2023 National Philharmonic (NatPhil) announced its 2023-2024 Season, which includes six classical programs conducted by Music Director Piotr Gajewski, one classical concert led by guest conductor Jeri Lynne Johnson, and two choral performances presented in partnership with The Washington Chorus (TWC) and...
The Close Releases New Single and Music Video 'Coming To Break Your Heart'
by Blair Ingenthron - September 01, 2023 Indie-Americana vocal band The Close have released their new single and music video, 'Coming to Break Your Heart.' Composed of Shannon Walker, Lori J Rowton, and James McKinney, The Close is a vocal band blending Americana, contemporary folk, roots, and country, all infused with a great pop sensibil...
What Does It Take to Make an Original Broadway Cast Recording?
by Caitlin Hornik - July 15, 2024 BroadwayWorld spoke to several individuals and executives who played integral roles in the making of two original Broadway cast recordings of musicals that opened during the 2023-2024 season, Lempicka and The Great Gatsby. These creatives shed light on the behind-the-scenes processes and layers of w...
Montréal's Diamond Day Release New Track 'Come Over Here'
by Michael Major - September 13, 2023 UPCOMING ALBUM to feature contributions from Jorge Elbrecht (Sky Ferreira, Japanese Breakfast), L'Isle (Ariane Brunet), Elijah Marrett-Hitch (Justin Bieber, Dua Lipa), Kenny Gilmore (Ariel Pink, Weyes Blood), and Philip Shaw-Bova (Angel Olsen, Bahamas). Watch the music video for the new single now!...
Review: THE GIPSY KINGS at The San Diego Symphony's Rady Shell
by Ron Bierman - August 17, 2023 What did our critic think of THE GIPSY KINGS at The San Diego Syphony's Rady Shell? The only empty seats at the Rady Shell's high-energy Gipsy Kings concert were the hundreds unoccupied while their associated booties were swaying in the aisles below waving arms. Nicolas Reyes sang 'Quiero Saber' to ... |