Gracie Abrams Unveils 'The Secret of Us' Deluxe Album
Gracie Abrams has released the deluxe version of her sophomore album, The Secret of Us which includes seven additional songs, including “That’s So True.' Gracie debuted the song live with longtime friend and co-writer, Audrey Hobert, at their intimate show at The Echo prior to album release earlier this summer.
Interview: Cheyenne Jackson Performs SIGNS OF LIFE at The Hobby Center
I mean, my influences growing up? I went through a phase of everything was jazz! And it had to be old-school jazz! When I was about twelve or thirteen, I went to a yard sale. I found this CD. It was actually a tape. Billie Holiday, Lena Horn, Sarah Vaughn, Ella Fitzgerald. I'd never heard of any of them, and I just poured over it and studied the nuances of their voices.
Photos: Amanda McBroom and CAST PARTY at Birdland
On Monday September 23, Amanda McBroom returned to the iconic music room to celebrate the release of her new recording, “Wintersong,” a collection of songs to mark the winter holidays. The concert was followed by the weekly open mic, “Jim Caruso’s Cast Party.” See photos here!
Shania Twain, MUNA, & More Join 6th Annual 'Girls Just Wanna Weekend' Lineup
In addition to multiple sets from Carlile, Girls Just Wanna Weekend will include performances by Shania Twain, MUNA, Maren Morris, Lucius, Brandy Clark, Brittney Spencer, Jensen McRae, Allison Ponthier, Arroba Nat, Tish Melton, SistaStrings, Yasmin Williams, and more.
Review: Graham Nash & Judy Collins Are an Unstoppable Team at Carnegie Hall
Graham Nash is as vital as ever. His 10/1 show at Carnegie Hall was filled with enthusiastic fans, and good vibes. Nash and his band created a clarity of sound refreshing in an era of overly processed tunes. Graham’s songs are classic gems that go straight from the artist's heart to the hearts of fans listening to the soundtrack of their lives.
Review: Amanda McBroom Brings Christmas to September in WINTERSONG at Birdland
Last week, Amanda McBroom unveiled highlights from her forthcoming album WINTERSONG at Birdland, a collection of mostly new songs on a holiday theme. It feels strangely incongruous on a sultry September evening to be listening to songs about hearth and family, but McBroom painted such vivid songscapes that you left ready for a vigorous sleigh ride
Diana Panton to Release 11th Album 'soft winds and roses'
Diana Panton has announced the October 25 release of her eleventh album, soft winds and roses. A departure from Diana Panton’s more recent albums, soft winds and roses features modern classics composed from the 1960s onward, including songs by Lennon and McCartney, Burt Bacharach, Gordon Lightfoot, and more.
Review: Matthew Martin Ward Makes His Solo Cabaret Debut at Don't Tell Mama
Matthew Martin Ward has made a name for himself as an accomplished Musical Director for many of New York’s cabaret performers, and now, he has taken center stage with his debut solo cabaret “What I Love” on Saturday September 14. When delivering patter, Ward’s distinctive wit was evident, with his deadpan comic delivery landing every time.