Interview: Songwriter Steve Dorff Makes His 54 Below Debut
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 8, 2025
The renowned songwriter who's collaborated with the likes of Barbra Streisand, Kenny Rogers, Celine Dion and many others plays one night only on 1/19. The three-time Grammy and six-time Emmy nominated songwriter makes his 54 Below debut.
Feature: Monthly Birthday Tribute: Take the Quiz!
by Rob Lester - Jan 1, 2025
Take BWW Cabaret's monthly quiz and see how much you know about music stars born in January. If your New Year's Resolution is to learn more about music, here's a fun way to do that for New Year's.
Terri Clark Headlining Gaylord Opryland's New 'A Country Christmas Dinner Show' Series
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 16, 2024
Country icon Terri Clark will headline Gaylord Opryland's “A Country Christmas Dinner Show” series during its 41st annual holiday celebration of “A Country Christmas.” Clark will take the stage for 17 performances during her “It's Christmas…Cheers!” show on November 23, 24, 27-30; December 1, 4-6 and 17-22, 2024.
World Premiere of WILD ROSE Will Open in Edinburgh in 2025
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2024
The world première of brand-new musical Wild Rose, written by Nicole Taylor (One Day, Three Girls, The C Word, The Nest) and directed by John Tiffany (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Black Watch) begins its life in Scotland where the piece is set, opening The Royal Lyceum Theatre in Edinburgh in 2025 as part of the company’s new season.
Kim Richey Releases New Album 'Every New Beginning'
by Josh Sharpe - May 24, 2024
Kim Richey keeps her connection-fueled perpetual motion moving with the release of a brand new album, Every New Beginning. Faturing ten songs spanning from more recent writes to decade-old puzzle pieces, Every New Beginning highlights not just the songs of a master tunesmith but a career-defining performance from the voice which Brandi Carlile has cited as formative in crafting her own style. Listen to the album now!
In Today's Spotlight: Ravenwood High School's Raleigh Risser
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 20, 2024
In today’s spotlight is Raleigh Risser, a senior at Williamson County’s Ravenwood High School, who garnered Spotlight Award attention for her role as Fiona in Shrek: The Musical. She will pursue her BFA in Musical Theater at Ithaca College.
Review: HERE IT IS: A TRIBUTE TO LEONARD COHEN at Kennedy Center
by Roger Catlin - Apr 29, 2024
The producer Larry Klein honored the memory of Leonard Cohen with a 2022 tribute album that had a hushed sensibility and taste, as well as an impressive array of vocalists. Hoping to continue that feel, he began work on an equally fine performance version with the same title, “This is Now: A Tribute to Leonard Cohen,” which played two nights with the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center over the weekend.
Photos: Go Inside Victoria Shaw's UNDER THE COVERS at Birdland
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 24, 2024
Birdland once again presented singer/songwriter Victoria Shaw, who returned to the stage with another one of her award-winning shows, “Under the Covers” on Monday, March 18. Victoria’s special guests were Peter Cincotti, Jim Brickman, Billy Stritch, Josh Turchin, Ruby Locknar, and Ava Locknar.
Dolly Parton to Release GOOD LOOKIN' COOKIN' Book With Rachel Parton George
by Michael Major - Mar 6, 2024
Dolly Parton & Rachel Parton George will release their new cookbook, GOOD LOOKIN' COOKIN'. In Good Lookin' Cookin', Dolly and Rachel share tips for hosting events all year long, including twelve multi-course menus of cherished recipes for New Year's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and more.
Video: Lorena Leigh Drops Majestic Music Video For 'Whales'
by Michael Major - Feb 2, 2024
Lorena Leigh has released the music video for her song, “Whales.” The video submerges listeners into the sea as the beats mimic the crashing of the waves, and the whimsical vocal tracks envelop anything dropped in. This siren-calling visual has an upbeat dance track juxtaposed with deep contemplation of what it means to be alive.