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Feature: Philip Fortenberry to Perform Sixty Years on the Bench on Nov 15.

Renowned pianist, composer, and musician Philip Fortenberry will bring his masterful piano playing, exciting storytelling, and beautiful music in Sixty Years on the Bench. The one-night-only solo concert will be held in the space in Community Lutheran Church on Nov 15.
Video: Eden Espinosa Performs 'Time For Starting Over' From 17 AGAIN; Cast Recording Available Now!

Concord Theatricals Recordings has released the studio cast recording of 17 Again, a musical based on the popular 2009 film. The album is now available on streaming and digital platforms worldwide. In honor of the release, a new music video for 'Time For Starting Over' performed by Eden Espinosa, has also been released.
August Wilson African American Cultural Center Presents WE WANT THE FUNK Festival Next Month

The fourth annual We Want the Funk Festival, which takes place at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center (AWAACC) December 9 and 10 at 8:00 pm, celebrates the rhythm-driven musical genre that evolved from the R&B, soul, and jazz music of the 1960s that continues to influence today’s artists.
Billy Valentine to Inaugurate JAZZ AT THE FOUNTAIN Series on Fountain's Outdoor Stage

The Fountain Theatre is launching its new “Jazz at the Fountain” summer series on its outdoor stage with a one-night only performance by Billboard chart-topping vocalist Billy Valentine. Joining Valentine for an evening of cool jazz on a hot summer night is Grammy® award-winning saxophonist Tom Scott, and more.
The Apollo Announces Fall 2021 Programming

The Apollo today announced details of its fall 2021 season, taking place in-person at the Apollo and online on the Apollo's Digital Stage. The season features a broad range of free and ticketed events and programs, paying tribute to the Apollo's legendary community of artists and highlighting new works and commissions.
Photo Flash: Fontana, Martin, Metcalf, Colella, O'Hara and More at VOICES FOR THE VOICELESS

Your Kids, Our Kids (Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley, Founding Directors) presented the 6th Annual VOICES FOR THE VOICELESS: Stars For Foster Kids, an event that brings together the very best performers from the American stage and screen to raise awareness about the plight of kids in foster care, particularly those aged 13 and older who are in danger of aging out of the foster care system alone, last night, Thursday, February 6th at 7pm at The Town Hall (123 West 43rd Street, NYC).
Paisley Park Announces Performers & Special Guests Joining Celebration 2019

Prince's Paisley Park in Chanhassen, Minnesota has announced programming details for its annual four-day special event, CELEBRATION, honoring the unique life and legacy of the prodigiously talented cultural icon Prince Rogers Nelson. Taking place between April 25-28 at Prince's historic home and recording sanctuary outside Minneapolis, the event will welcome fans from around the world into an inspired environment of live music, concert screenings, panel discussions and special presentations highlighting Prince's tremendous talent, influence and importance as a composer, musician, producer, live performer and filmmaker.
Chromeo Debuts Video For DON'T SLEEP, Starring Robin Givens, Featuring French Montana and Stefflon Don

Funk legends Chromeo debut their video for “Don't Sleep” starring 90s icon Robin Givens (Never Heard, Riverdale, The Bold and the Beautiful) and featuring French Montana and Stefflon Don today—watchhere.
Billy Valentine Plays Blackbox @ The Edye At The Broad Stage, Today

The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in Santa Monica presents Billy Valentine, today, November 2 at 8:00pm.  Billy Valentine is the third evening of blackbox @ the edye, which transforms The Edye into a club featuring up-and-coming jazz and blues artists.  The series is curated and hosted by The Reverend Shawn Amos; he and his house band perform at select shows during the season as well.   
Billy Valentine Plays Blackbox @ The Edye At The Broad Stage, 11/2

The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in Santa Monica presents Billy Valentine, on Friday, November 2 at 8:00pm.  Billy Valentine is the third evening of blackbox @ the edye, which transforms The Edye into a club featuring up-and-coming jazz and blues artists.  The series is curated and hosted by The Reverend Shawn Amos; he and his house band perform at select shows during the season as well.   
Chromeo Releases THEY. Remix of MUST'VE BEEN

Chromeo unveils a new remix of their DRAM-featuring single “Must've Been” from rising R&B stars THEY. today. Handpicked by Chromeo, THEY. is Dante Jones and Drew Love who prior to joining forces were writing songs for Kelly Clarkson and will.i.am and Chris Brown and Jeremih, respectively, and together, make nuanced R&B with a pop sensibility.
Chromeo's Fifth Studio Album HEAD OVER HEELS Out Today

Head Over Heels, the fifth studio LP from Montreal funk legends Chromeo, is out today onBig Beat/Atlantic Records. Get the album, including “Must've Been” featuring DRAM, “Don't Sleep” feat. French Montana & Stefflon Don, “Bedroom Calling” feat. The-Dream, “Juice” and more here.
Chromeo Debuts New Single BAD DECISION + Fifth Studio Album HEAD OVER HEELS Out June 15

Chromeo debuts a new track today: listen to “Bad Decision” here. The song is the latest release from their highly anticipated forthcoming album Head Over Heels, out June 15 on Big Beat/Atlantic Records and available for pre-order here.
Chromeo Make Up For Lost Time With Two Special Melbourne & Sydney Shows This July

It's been a long six years since the Canadian electro-funk pair visited Australia. With the duo set to appear at the upcoming Splendour In The Grass, Frontier Touring is thrilled to confirm that Chromeo will also be playing two long-overdue gigs in Melbourne and Sydney.
Chromeo Unveils New Single MUST'VE BEEN Featuring DRAM & Jesse Johnson

Legendary funk duo Chromeo unveils “Must've Been” featuring multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated singer DRAM and guitarist Jesse Johnson (Prince, The Time) with a new video today. Watch the Dugan O'Neal-directed clip, which traces the two-piece's decades-spanning friendship, here.
Chromeo Debuts New Album Featuring The-Dream, Sets Global Tour

Legendary funk outfit Chromeo debuts “Bedroom Calling” featuring The-Dream, the second track from their forthcoming album Head Over Heels. The band is set to tour the world this spring and summer. With dates kicking off April 3 in Vancouver, the tour will continue with stops in Paris, Berlin and New York as well as appearances at Coachella, Bonnaroo,Primavera Sound and more this summer.
BWW Review: KING OF THE ROAD: THE ROGER MILLER STORY at Laguna Playhouse

King of the Road: The Roger Miller Story features brilliant performance by Jesse Johnson as the late country music star
Photo Flash: Melanie Griffith, Dakota Johnson, Don Johnson and More Celebrate KING OF THE ROAD: THE ROGER MILLER STORY Opening at Laguna Playhouse

Donors, VIPs, subscribers and Hollywood celebrities were captivated by the musical genius and complex personality of Roger Miller during the opening night of King of the Road, the Roger Miller Story. Scroll down for photos from the star-studded evening!
Photo Flash: World Premiere of KING OF THE ROAD Rolls into Laguna Beach

Laguna Playhouse is thrilled to announce the fifth show in the Laguna Playhouse 2016-2017 season, a world premiere musical KING OF THE ROAD: THE ROGER MILLER STORY, written by Cort Casady & Mary Arnold Miller, music by Roger Miller, musical direction by Omar D. Brancato and directed by Andrew Barnicle.
Laguna Playhouse presents KING OF THE ROAD: THE ROGER MILLER STORY

Laguna Playhouse is thrilled to announce the fifth show in the Laguna Playhouse 2016-2017 season, a world premiere musical KING OF THE ROAD: THE ROGER MILLER STORY, written by Cort Casady & Mary Arnold Miller, music by Roger Miller, musical direction by Omar D. Brancato and directed by Andrew Barnicle. "We are delighted to be bringing our subscribers and audiences this world premiere musical based on the life of one of country's most iconic characters, Roger Miller," comments Laguna Playhouse Executive Director Ellen Richard. 

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