Even Sir Anthony Hopkins, with his illustrious career, faces self-doubt. Reflecting on his debut album, Life Is a Dream, he mentions the nagging feeling of impostor syndrome. Yet, it did not deter him from completing a remarkable collection of 12 compositions crafted over several decades. Renowned conductor Gustavo Dudamel, along with the Philharmonia Orchestra, brought […]
Phoebe Bridgers returns with her third album, Lost Weekend, following a pause she took after winning three Grammy awards with her group, boygenius. This time away was marked by dealing with fame, a complex love life, and the death of her father. The journey to Lost Weekend comes after Bridgers released her previous album, Punisher, […]
The PUBLIQuartet’s latest album, Rhythm Nation, delves into the diverse spectrum of rhythm in American music. Unlike conventional string quartets that stick to safe, traditional repertoires, this New York-based ensemble embraces improvisation and variety. On Rhythm Nation, listeners embark on a journey through various musical landscapes, from West African and Venezuelan influences to complex modernist […]
NEW YORK (AP) — Rod Stewart will pause his “One Last Time” farewell tour after undergoing a coronary stent procedure. This follows the postponement and cancellation of several shows, as confirmed by his representative. The singer canceled his Tuesday show at Rocket Arena in Cleveland. This came shortly after postponing a performance at Cincinnati’s Riverbend […]
New Movies to Stream Michael, a biopic on Michael Jackson, becomes available on August 10 on Starz following its $1 billion box office success. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, this dramatization of Jackson’s life features Jaafar Jackson as the pop star. The film glosses over Jackson’s complex legacy with a musical lens that impresses if you […]
Joan Jett has taken a hiatus from performing due to a significant injury that required surgery. Her band, Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, announced the cancellation of their final 2026 concerts scheduled for September. Injury and Surgery The 67-year-old rock star underwent orthopedic surgery after fracturing a vertebrae. Her team communicated that she will now […]
Billy Strings has blended traditional bluegrass with fresh elements to reach new heights. At 33, the singer and talented guitarist fills arenas and tops charts, appealing to fans of both roots music and jam bands. Alongside his success, Strings maintains a dedicated following reminiscent of the Grateful Dead’s supporters. Growing up in small-town Michigan, Strings, […]
Fans of the Grateful Dead, known as Deadheads, are woven into the fabric of American culture. Among them is reality TV mogul Andy Cohen. Cohen, known for his Bravo show Watch What Happens Live and other ventures, has been a dedicated Deadhead since high school. The Appeal of the Grateful Dead The Grateful Dead officially […]
Before joining a call with The Associated Press, Lauryn Hill and Fugees’ bandmate Wyclef Jean stood in London’s Piccadilly Circus, surrounded by fans. Above them on the Piccadilly Lights was an animated film curated by Hill. Created by Los Angeles artist Lauren Halsey, the film depicted heroes and symbols of the global African diaspora. The […]
Chris Vallillo continues his musical journey this weekend at the intimate 80-seat 1700 Theater located within Steppenwolf Theatre. Accompanying him are talented musicians Don Stiernberg on mandolin and Marc Edelstein on bass. Tim Schroll’s striking black-and-white photographs will enhance the performance. The show is titled Forgottonia. Vallillo describes this work as a blend of Bruce […]