Review: SUPER FREAK: THE RICK JAMES STORY at National Theatre
by Roger Catlin - Apr 3, 2024
Somewhere between touring tribute acts and high-gloss Broadway jukebox musical bios are the more modest regional musicals created to nominally perform the hits of a legacy pop act, in costume, adding biographical details as a story arc.
Toosii Drops Heartfelt New Single 'Idgaf'
by Michael Major - Dec 8, 2023
TOOSII releases heartfelt new single 'IDGAF' via South Coast Music Group/Capitol Records. Gentle yet powerful, the introspective track documents the pain he's endured, but also the many triumphs he's accomplished along the way. To mark the special occasion, the breakout artist rolls out an accompanying music video that captures intimate moments.
Toosii Announces Forthcoming Project 'Jaded'
by Michael Major - Nov 3, 2023
TOOSII announces his forthcoming project, 'JADED', set to be released on November 17 via South Coast Music Group/Capitol Records. Alongside the project announce, Toosii releases the raw and emotional new single “Suffice.” The song was produced by the trio of Yozo, C7actus, and Kevin Varol.
BAM/Announces Fall Concert Series At Fort Greene Park
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2022
BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music) has announced the lineup for BAM Live at Fort Greene Park, its free concert series that brings Brooklyn residents together for live outdoor music and performances.
Chaka Khan Releases Cover Artwork for New Single 'Woman Like Me'
by Michael Major - Jul 18, 2022
From the icon that introduced the world to the female empowerment song of our lives, 'I Am Every Woman', she now delivers the ultimate female anthem, 'WOMAN LIKE ME'. 'WOMAN LIKE ME' was written by Gregg Pagani, Francesca Richard, and Jeffrey Anderson and produced by Gregg Pagani. Check out the new photo now!
Bruno Mars, Jazmine Sullivan & More Win BET Soul Train Awards
by Michael Major - Nov 29, 2021
Winners from the ceremony included Silk Sonic Jazmine Sullivan, Kirk Franklin, Normani, and Cardi B. Presenters for the evening included Parker McKenna Posey from Games People Play, Paula Patton from BET+ original series Sacrifice, Hosea Chanchez and Wendy Raquel Robinson from The Game, Devale Ellis and Crystal Hayslett from Tyler Perry’s Sistas.
Maxwell to Receive the 'Legend' Award at the 2021 Soul Train Awards
by Michael Major - Nov 2, 2021
Today, BET announced three-time GRAMMY® award-winning singer-songwriter and producer Maxwell will receive the ‘Legend’ award at the 2021 “Soul Train Awards”. Award-winning and multiplatinum singer/songwriter, actor, entrepreneur, and author Ashanti will be the recipient of the ‘Lady of Soul’ honor.
BAM Announces Star-Studded Lineup For R&B Festival At Fort Greene Park
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 20, 2021
BAM R&B Festival returns for two weekends of free performances at Fort Greene Park, set for Saturdays and Sundays, October 2—3 and October 9—10. The widely-known festival, which has grown to become one of Brooklyn's beloved outdoor traditions, brings together the community and groundbreaking artists—from music legends to bold new voices across the genre of R&B.
AIRING TONIGHT: Lena Hall: Obsessed - The Music of Prince
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Sep 23, 2020
Lena Hall's next installment of her Obsessed series continues tonight at 8pm ET! Plus, VIP tickets are still available, which includes additional songs, a small Q&A, and much more! Get your tickets today!
Living Colour, Blues Brothers, Ringo Starr And Billy Joel's Band Perform For Jimi Hendrix Birthday
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2019
Felicia Collins of CBS Orchestra, Vernon Reid and Corey Glover from Living Color, Mark Rivera from The Billy Joel Band/Ringo Starr Band, Lee Finkelstein of The Blues Brothers Band, Shannon Conley, Danny Keane, Militia Vox, Queen V, Sophia Ramos, Jann Klose, Frank Gilchrest, Alec Shantzis, Bruce Edwards, Frank Gravis, Scott Yahaney and WHO KNOWS WHO ELSE WILL STOP BY...
HACPAC Announces PAC The House Series
by Julie Musbach - Sep 10, 2019
The Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC) has announced the third annual PAC the House Series featuring concerts by popular artists including Valerie Simpson, Donnie McClurkin, Gregorio Uribe, James Maddock, and Bria Skonberg. Ticket prices range from $40.00 to $60.00 with special series pricing available.