One of America’s musical treasures, Tony Bennett turned 90 this year. Wow! To help celebrate Elton John, Billy Joel, Stevie Wonder, and a list of Hollywood ‘A’ stars taped a TV special at the Radio City Music Hall last week. The TV special is in conjunction with the release of Tony’s new album “Tony Bennett […]
Singers want to be actors; actors want to be in a band. Sometimes the two do mix well. Let’s test your movie and music knowledge in one quiz. Please match the movie with the star… 1) Whitney Houston 2) Bette Midler 3) Taylor Swift 4) Madonna 5) Snoop Dog 6) Mariah Carey 7) Beyoncé 8) […]
The 2016 AMA Awards were held last night in Los Angeles, proving that youth will be served. Justin Bieber was one of the night’s biggest winners, earning four trophies including Video of the Year, and Rihanna who collected three awards. He wouldn’t take home the Artist of the Year award, which would end up going […]
Never put something down in writing or in an email, as it will last forever and may come back to haunt you. During the height of the Beatles, email wasn’t conceived yet, but letters were, and a letter to Sir Paul McCartney from John Lennon has resurfaced. A typewritten 1971 letter from John was found […]
Our favorite singers got smart a few years ago and got off the rigorous road on typical tours to take residencies in Las Vegas, making their fans come to them. Although we’re still a bit off from 2017, it’s never too early to plan ahead. Here’s a snapshot of who’s in concert in Las Vegas […]
The 2016 Presidential Medal of Freedom awards were announced last week, earning Bruce Springsteen and Diana Ross from the music world the nation’s highest honor. Did you know that previous winners include Rod Stewart, Paul McCartney, each Beatle, Pearl Bailey, Count Basie, Bob Dylan, Duke Ellington, Emilio Estefan, Gloria Estefan, Aretha Franklin, B. B. King, […]
Singers and songwriters work hard to make your favorite music, earning Grammys, Billboard Awards, and sometimes Oscars if a song is used in film; all are wonderful honors. Perhaps the most heralded recognition is that from the Presidential Medal of Freedom award, handed out each year by the White House. Announced just this week, Bruce […]
Gavin DeGraw has spent most of 2017 touring with pal Andy Grammer, but will finish out 2016 with more dates. Below the latest itinerary is a set list of sing you’ll likely hear at the event, taken from a previous tour stop. December 3rd, TB (YTBD) December 8th, Denver, CO December 9th, Dan Francisco, CA […]
Rickie Lee Jones has been an entertainer and powerful woman in the music industry for decades, enjoying moderate success in a male dominated world. Rickie is a two-time Grammy Award winner, and author of great songs like her 1979 tune “Chuck E.’s In Love.” Rickie is finishing up her 2016 touring season in Jerusalem, but […]
If you love to watch TV during the holiday season, you know that the ‘Christmas in Rockefeller’ special is one of the highlights. Announced last week, Dolly Parton and Tony Bennett will perform on this year’s ‘Christmas in Rockefeller Center’ special. This will be the 84th annual lighting of the Christmas tree at the popular […]