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Ben Harper has released over 20 studio and live albums collectively to date, including collaborations with longtime heroes and inspirations like Charlie Musselwhite, Mavis Staples and The Blind Boys of Alabama. Harper also continues to tour as both a solo artist and with his longtime band, The Innocent Criminals, in front of packed audiences far and wide.


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Michael Stipe, Matt Berninger, & More Join 'A Celebration of Patti Smith at Carnegie Hall'

The star-studded lineup of People Have the Power: A Celebration of Patti Smith includes Michael Stipe, Matt Berninger of The National, Courtney Barnett, Sharon Van Etten, Alison Mosshart of The Kills, Kronos Quartet, Ben Harper, Karen O, Kim Gordon, and Angel Olsen.
IAMA Theatre Company’s 7TH ANNUAL NEW WORKS FESTIVAL to Feature 8 New Plays

IAMA Theatre Company will host its 7th Annual New Works Festival this December, featuring eight new plays presented as staged readings. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Don Heffington Tribute LP to be Released Feat. Fiona Apple, Jackson Browne, John C. Reilly, & More

Tonight I’ll Go Down Swingin’: A Tribute to Don Heffington, a musical salute to the late prolific drummer and singer-songwriter, will be released on October 18. The new tribute album features performances of Heffington originals from collaborators and friends including Fiona Apple, Jackson Browne, Buddy Miller, John C. Reilly, Watkins Family Hour, and more.
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Reveal August 2024 Programming

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will operate this August with a full slate of nightly performances.
See What's Coming Up At Birdland July 29th - August 11th

Birdland has announced jazz programming running at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater July 29th - August 11th.
LeAnn Rimes Adds Kean University to 2024 Tour Lineup

GRAMMY Award-winning and multi-platinum selling singer, songwriter, actress, and author LeAnn Rimes revealed her 2024 tour dates earlier this summer, and she has just added five more shows to the bill. Newly added to the tour is Kean Stage at Kean University. Learn how to purchase tickets.
See What's Coming Up At Birdland July 22nd - August 4th

Birdland has announced details on all jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running July 22nd - August 4th.
Mitch Rowland Releases Two New Songs For Record Store Day

Mitch Rowland has celebrated indie music retailers with the physical 7” vinyl release of two brand new tracks, “Carry On With Your Tea / Nothing Is True.” Now, he is releasing both of those tracks digitally. GRAMMY-winning songwriter Rowland released his critically acclaimed debut album, Come June, via Erskine Records/Giant Music at the end of 2023. Listen to the new tracks here!
Huun-Huur-Tu, Carmen Rizzo and Dhani Harrison Collaborate on New Album 'Dreamers in the Field'

Dark Horse Records has announced the release of Dreamers In The Field, the first-ever collaboration between Huun-Huur-Tu, Carmen Rizzo and Dhani Harrison. Mastered by Paul Hicks (The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, John Lennon, George Harrison), Dreamers In The Field is now available for streaming everywhere while a very special, limited edition clear vinyl pressing is being released exclusively for Record Store Day on April 20. Listen to the project here!
Video: Mitch Rowland & Ben Harper Perform on THE TONIGHT SHOW

Rowland performed alongside his band, comprised of producer and multi-instrumentalist Rob Schnapf (Beck, Elliott Smith), bassist Jerry Borgé (Ziggy Marley, Jonathan Wilson, Jackson Browne), engineer and musician Matt Schuessler (Kurt Vile, Cat Power), bandmate and wife Sarah Jones (Harry Styles). Watch the video now!
Taj Mahal Releases New Live Recording Of Classic 'Lovin' In My Baby's Eyes'

The track, which was originally released on the critically acclaimed album Phantom Blues, features vocals from Taj and GRAMMY nominated guitarist and vocalist Trey Hensley who breathe new life into this classic country soul Taj fan favorite. The song also became a runaway streaming hit, with millions of streams across platforms for Taj.
Justice Film Festival Unveils 2024 Program & Closing Night Film

The 12th annual Justice Film Festival will take place on the campus of FIT in New York City February 21-24, 2024.
Dhani Harrison Releases 'Innerstanding' On Vinyl And CD

The 2LP Neon Yellow color vinyl is available now via H.O.T. Records/BMG. It is also available on CD and is streaming everywhere. The album features Blur's Graham Coxon on several tracks, including the single “New Religion”, as well as guest appearances from Liela Moss of The Duke Spirit and critically acclaimed Australian singer Mereki.
The 26th Annual Sundance ASCAP Music Café Partners with Acura for Two Days of Live Music

The 26th Annual Sundance ASCAP Music Café Partners with Acura for Two Days of Live Music
Gospel Legends Blind Boys of Alabama to Perform at Jefferson Performing Arts Center in December

On Friday, December 1, 2023, Jefferson Performing Arts Society will present the iconic Blind Boys of Alabama gospel group, bringing their Christmas concert to the New Orleans area for the first time.
THE BLIND BOYS OF ALABAMA To Perform Gospel Christmas Concert At Jefferson Performing Arts Center, December 1

On Friday, December 1, 2023, Jefferson Performing Arts Society will present the iconic Blind Boys of Alabama gospel group, bringing their Christmas concert to the New Orleans area for the first time. This uplifting concert will be filled with familiar holiday classics and hand-clapping gospel favorites that the entire family will enjoy.
Dhani Harrison Releases First Album In Six Years 'INNERSTANDING'

Multiple GRAMMY Award-winning musician and composer, Dhani Harrison, has released INNERSTANDING, his first solo album in six years. The album features Blur's Graham Coxon on several tracks, including the single “New Religion”, as well as guest appearances from Liela Moss of The Duke Spirit and critically acclaimed Australian singer Mereki.
Ilsey Releases Debut Album 'From the Valley'

ILSEY releases debut album 'From the Valley.' Check out the live video for 'Someone Else.' From The Valley features an impressive group of collaborators, including acclaimed producer BJ Burton [Bon Iver, Soccer Mommy, Low], Bon Iver's Justin Vernon, Tommy King [HAIM, The Killers, Vampire Weekend], A.G. Cook [Charli XCX, Jonsi, Beyoncé] and more.
Dhani Harrison Returns With New Single 'Damn That Frequency'

“Damn That Frequency” – which features Blur’s Graham Coxon on saxophone – sees Harrison following his acclaimed 2017 debut solo album, IN///PARALLEL, with a transformative and cinematic new anthem that furthers what Rolling Stone hailed as Harrison’s “psychedelia-tinged journey into modern-day disconnect.”
Mitch Rowland Joined By Harry Styles on New Single 'Here Comes the Comeback'

Ahead of the release of his Erskine Records/Giant Music debut album, Come June, acclaimed L.A.-based musician and GRAMMY-winning songwriter Mitch Rowland has released “Here Comes the Comeback” the third single from the project, which features backing vocals from Harry Styles. It follows the album’s title track and recent single “Bluebells.'

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