Author Archives: Mike
Author Archives: Mike
Blondie co-founder, songwriter, guitarist and photographer Chris Stein continues to be celebrated for his acclaimed photography. For his latest exhibition, Stein’s rare and iconic photos have crossed the pond and are being showcased at the East Wing Gallery in the prestigious Somerset House, a spectacular arts and cultural center in the heart of London. The exhibit opened tonight with a star-studded launch event and will be on display through January 25th, 10am-6pm daily with free admission (East Wing, Somerset House, Strand, London, WC2R 1LA).
Continue reading20,000 DAYS ON EARTH The Acclaimed Film About Iconic Musician NICK CAVE On Blu-ray, DVD and Digital Download on November 18th “Hypnotic and introspective… An intelligent and revealing look at one of rock’s last true iconoclasts” – Entertainment Weekly “An intense and innovative study of pioneering rock poet Nick Cave” – Variety “Smart and deliriously […]
Continue readingComedians Neil Hamburger, Tim Heidecker, and Sarah Silverman, along with musicians Mike Watt & The Secondmen and The Everyday Visuals (w/ Pierre de Reeder of Rilo Kiley), Jenny Lewis, Kurt Braunohler and Ali MacLean as emcee will come together for Fun Lovers Unite! An Evening of Music, Comedy, And Gun Sense at The Echoplex in Los Angeles on Tuesday November 18, 2014. Doors open at 7PM PST. Jenny Lewis and Kurt Braunohler are the latest additions to this all-star line up.
Continue readingHot on the heels of their recently released self-titled fourth album Black Veil Brides via Lava/Republic Records, Black Veil Brides have announced the release of the first live DVD of their career. The DVD is slated for release in June 2015 and is taken from the band’s sold-out hometown show in Los Angeles at the Wiltern Theater on November 1st. The show was part of the band’s inaugural Halloweekend event as part of The Black Mass Tour. The DVD was directed by Casey Tebo, known for his work on the acclaimed Aerosmith documentary, Rock For The Rising Sun.
Continue readingOn Saturday, January 10, an extraordinary collection of music stars will come together for Washington, DC’s concert event of the year, THE LIFE & SONGS OF EMMYLOU HARRIS: AN ALL- STAR CONCERT CELEBRATION to honor one of the most influential musicians of our time. The concert event taping will take place at DAR Constitution Hall, and will feature performances by: Emmylou Harris, Kris Kristofferson, Sheryl Crow, Mary Chapin Carpenter,Mavis Staples, Martina McBride, John Hiatt, Lucinda Williams, Trampled By Turtles, Steve Earle, Patty Griffin, Rodney Crowell, Iron & Wine, Shawn Colvin, Shovels & Rope, Joan Baez, Sara Watkins and The Milk Carton Kids. Harris will take the stage to perform with a number of special guests throughout the night. Additional performers will be announced in the coming weeks.
Continue readingDeclared by the NME as one of the “20 hottest producers in music” as “cred-pop’s answer to the Neptunes” by The Guardian – LES/NYC-rooted bedroom producers, The Knocks are now one of the most buzzed-about electronic acts.
Continue readingOn November 25, NJ indie rock outfit Prawn will digitally release a new EP titled ‘Settled’, featuring two b-sides from their ‘Kingfisher’ recording session. Additionally, the EP will be available on vinyl, as a limited edition 7″ for Record Store Day on Black Friday, November 27.
Continue readingToday Rihanna announced plans for the first annual Diamond Ball, a black tie fundraising event benefiting The Clara Lionel Foundation. Founded in 2012, the Clara Lionel Foundation works to improve the quality of life for communities globally in the areas of health, education, arts, and culture. Rihanna will perform at the first annual Diamond Ball taking place on December 11th at The Vineyard in Beverly Hills and will announce additional special guests soon.
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