It’s a powerful thing to be immersed in the 84-year-old (and more) journey of “Whispering” Bill Anderson through his new exhibition Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum – especially if you can do it with the man. himself. It was our experience Thursday, as the Country Music Hall of …
Read More »Wallaby Douglas urges Bordeaux-Bègles to “defend” against Toulouse
Published on: 12/03/2021 – 04:18Amended: 12/03/2021 – 04:16 Paris (AFP) – Australian lock Kane Douglas has said second-placed Bordeaux-Bègles will need to be solid defensively when they host Toulouse champions and leaders in the French Top 14 on Saturday. Douglas, 32, is expected to play in a sold-out Chaban-Delmas stadium …
Read More »A very happy comeback for Logan Brown of the Blues | Sports
St. Louis Blues center Logan Brown (22) handles the puck behind the net defended by Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Mikhail Sergachev (98) during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Tampa Bay Lightning at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis on Tuesday, November 30, 2021. The Blues …
Read More »Kristin Chenoweth shows off her perfect impression of Dolly Parton
Kristin Chenoweth plans to participate in a biopic on Dolly Parton. The “Wicked” star has quit “The Kelly Clarkson Show” Wednesday and showed his perfect impression of the country music legend. Jay Leno, who is the daytime talk show host for Kelly Clarkson, asked Chenoweth if she plans to play …
Read More »Jazz singer Joséphine Baker, first black woman honored at the Panthéon de France
PARIS, November 30 (Reuters) – Famous Franco-American singer and dancer Joséphine Baker was inducted into the Pantheon mausoleum in Paris on Tuesday – one of France’s highest honors – during a ceremony attended by French President Emmanuel Macron. Baker, who also served in the French Resistance during World War II …
Read More »The Kigali T20 cricket blues and the way forward
Nigeria’s senior cricket team, the Yellow Greens, offered credible hope ahead of the recent qualifying for the T20 World Cup in Kigali, Rwanda. The team had promised a few months ago during a Ugandan series, signaling a new start after previous uncertainties. But a bigger promise came after the six-game …
Read More »Who should really wear the crown?
If Elvis Presley is widely regarded as the king of rock ‘n roll, Michael Jackson is the king of pop, then who is the “king of country music”? The interesting thing about it is that Country has given the singers all kinds of titles, just as George Jones and Tammy …
Read More »Young Rock Season 2, including The Rock’s WWE Rookie Year
Young Rock, who focuses on the education of Hollywood star and former WWE Champion Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, only alluded to “The People’s Champ’s” career in WWF / E during his first season. But that seems to change with season 2, because PWInsiderMike Johnson now reports that the NBC series …
Read More »Nov 29 – South Arts Announces 31 Artists Receiving Jazz Road Tour Grants | Georgia Business News
November 29, 2021 – Jazz Road, South Arts’ national initiative supporting jazz artists, announces the latest Jazz Road Tours grant recipients receiving more than $ 375,000. Through Jazz Road Tours, artists can apply for up to $ 15,000 to help support the tour of their work in communities across the …
Read More »Blue Energy supports the Government of Northern Australia’s gas supply plan
Blue Energy’s assets and drilling plans align with the federal government’s National Gas Infrastructure Plan. Budding gas producer Blue Energy (ASX: BLU) has announced its support for the federal government’s National Gas Infrastructure Plan (NGIP) for a new gas supply to the Queensland and Northern Territory basins, saying it will …
Read More »Jennifer Nettles sang “She Was Mine”. But not by crying.
Sara Bareilles and Jennifer nettles has been friends for over a decade, and Nettles had long been anxious to get into the Bareilles musical “Waitress.” “For years we kept trying to get there, but it never worked on the logistics side,” she said on a recent video call. It all …
Read More »Rock Island boys’ basketball sweeps home tournament to start 3-0 | High School Boys Basketball – QCVarsity.com
The Rocks took a 30-6 lead at the end of the first quarter. Head guard Marieon Anderson had three interceptions and eight points. And then the second quarter got worse for the Little Giants. Nimmers started driving towards the lane and hitting deep shots, and Rock Island was ahead 56-13 …
Read More »Jocelyn Delk Adams Shares Easy Ways To Brighten Up A Classic Recipe
From her culinary television appearances to her popular cookbook Grandbaby Cakes, Jocelyn Delk Adams appreciates that mixing classic recipes with an updated twist is a way to keep culinary traditions fresh. Without losing that taste of nostalgia, that little push to a classic recipe is a flavor that makes the …
Read More »Carlisle United’s chances against Walsall as Blues aim for first Ligue 2 win in 13 games
Bookies favor Carlisle United to end their long winless streak against Walsall today. They put Keith Millen’s side ahead in this afternoon’s Ligue 2 game at Brunton Park. United are 6/4 with Bet365 and SkyBet for the win, and 8/5 with William Hill. A win would be a first in …
Read More »Reba McEntire doesn’t approve of “Bro Music” in country
As a country music megastar for over four decades, Reba McEntire is sure to have a taste of what sounds work best for the genre. Of course, that means she can also have an occasional opinion on what goes wrong. And she has publicly stated that she doesn’t think “brother’s …
Read More »Rock guitarist, 24, appears in court for murder of missing teenager Bobbi-Anne McLeod
Cody Ackland, 24, was arrested on Tuesday and is now charged with her murder. Ms McLeod was returning from her home in Leigham, Plymouth, to meet her boyfriend Louie Leach when she disappeared. She was last seen at a bus stop. Her boyfriend sounded the alarm after she never showed …
Read More »Scott Joplin’s Birthday Party with Jazz, Cocktails and Costume Contest
By Karl Richter Texarkana Gazette TEXARKANA, Ark. – Jazz and cocktails will be in the spotlight this year for ragtime composer Scott Joplin’s annual birthday celebration. The event takes place Saturday at the recently opened downtown Banana Club 1923, and admission donations will benefit a downtown decorating project dubbed “Music …
Read More »Blackhawks look to continue building confidence against Blues
For the Chicago Blackhawks, it’s all about perspective. They return home Friday to face the St. Louis Blues after going 2-2-0 on a four-game trip. Considering they were 0-5-1 in away games before this trip, they will take it. “You get 0.500 on the road, coming back from where we …
Read More »Whether it’s Garth Brooks or Dolly Parton, why the Irish have a deep connection to American country music
A friend of mine moved from Texas to Wicklow when he was a child. He hadn’t realized he had changed countries in years – he was at a chicken farm in Avoca, and everyone was listening to Charley Pride. remembered this story this week when Garth Brooks made his triumphant …
Read More »National Youth Jazz Orchestra to celebrate Amy Winehouse at Cambridge Junction
The National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO), a charity that exists to help young jazz musicians, will honor Amy Winehouse – a former NYJO alum – at the Junction this Sunday, November 28. Lucy-Anne Daniels and Olivia Murphy of the National Youth Jazz Orchestra The young musicians, who will perform as …
Read More »Bircham’s superb exit leaves Waterford feeling the Blues ahead of play-offs
The August 5 announcement that Marc Bircham had signed a new two-and-a-half-year contract with Waterford presented a picture of stability at a club seeking to emerge from a period of protracted crisis It turned out to be misleading. Bircham had arrived three months earlier as the fifth Blues boss in …
Read More »Paul Cauthen unveils “Country As F – k” and announces new album
Big Velvet is back with a bang: Paul Cauthen’s swagger-filled new song, “Country as F – k,” arrived on Thursday, November 18, and with it, the singer shared that he had a new album in preparation. The new song and its music video are tongue-in-cheek statements of Cauthen’s country credit. …
Read More »The next generation set to shake up the tennis world | Tennis News
Daniil Medvedev did not lose the ATP final, the world number 2’s serve may not have been on fire during the Pala Alpi tour on Sunday, but he was far from turning around. Alexander Zverev, with 59 Tour victories, took the title match away from the Russian, denying him the …
Read More »Nostalgia takes center stage when Utah welcomes Memphis
To hear Mike Conley and Rudy Gay say it, they each have different early memories of each other. Gay, who was considered the savvy veteran despite starting his second season when he met Conley, recalls Conley walking into the gym for his first workout showing off his new tattoo at …
Read More »Jackie Venson: “Texas blues players have a way to control the whole room and make your face melt”
The blues has been an integral part of Austin-based Jackie Venson’s repertoire since she started playing guitar almost ten years ago. She specifically embraced the sheer intensity of the Texas electric blues. “Every time I hear a Texas blues player, it’s really loud,” says Venson. “They have a way of …
Read More »Dan + Shay win favorite country duo or group at 2021 AMAs
Dan + Shay were named Favorite Country Duo or Group at the 2021 American Music Awards. Their victory was announced during a pre-show live stream on TikTok ahead of the awards ceremony on Sunday night (November 21), as well as ‘a number of other winners in gender specific, non-televised categories. …
Read More »Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp met rock and roll legend before Arsenal rout
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp met rock and roll legend Paul Weller at a Liverpool hotel ahead of Saturday’s meeting with Arsenal. The Reds returned to victory after losing to West Ham before the international break with a 4-0 victory over Mikel Arteta’s side at Anfield. Earlier on Saturday Klopp was …
Read More »Drunk fan causes delay after vomiting on court in Jazz-Kings game
Saturday night’s game between the Utah Jazz and the Sacramento Kings was eventful to say the least. One fan in particular, however, had a little too much fun and ended up causing a massive delay in the fourth quarter of the game. Apparently a random fan sitting next to the …
Read More »Flames, Panthers, Maple Leafs, Blues and Avalanche
The latest edition of the NHL Stat Corner covers the end of the week before the busy weekend schedule accelerates. We watch what the Calgary Flames are doing on both ends of the ice and the dominance of the Florida Panthers and Toronto Maple Leafs at home. We also take …
Read More »Mattie Jackson Selecman on Little Funerals, Labels + the ‘W’ Word
A day arrived in October 2021 that Mattie Jackson Selecman dreaded every year for each of the previous three years. Her wedding anniversary should have been a celebration, but it wasn’t for that long. Then, quietly, it was again. October 7 is Selecman’s wedding anniversary to Ben Selecman, who died …
Read More »Review: Rock’n’roll-trained actor brings Old Globe cranky back to life
For many San Diego residents, see “Dr. How the Grinch Stole Christmas from Seuss!” The musical is a holiday tradition that lives on. Yet while the story never changes, “Grinch” regulars know that every year director James Vásquez hires a new cast and makes a few adjustments to his directing …
Read More »‘Native Gardens’, Eliane Elias, Preservation Hall Jazz Band
The Bay Area is packed with great shows and concerts this weekend – here’s a partial rundown. And before you go, be sure to check the venue’s or show’s website for COVID security requirements. On stage: ‘Native Gardens’, ‘Into the Woods’, more Here are several shows and festivals that Bay …
Read More »Folkster Bongeziwe Mabandla sings South African blues
Bongeziwe Mabandla has a striking figure: muscular folk musician with his pants rolled up above the ankles, there’s still something about the little boy who grew up in the hills of South Africa. Nominated for a South African Music Award in 2018, Mabandla has become extremely popular in her home …
Read More »Radio show spreads the word about Fargo’s vibrant indie country music scene
But there is a goal. Hopkins has invited singer-songwriter Dariann Leigh to come over from Karlstad, Minnesota to talk about his new song, “10,000 Miles,” written for her boyfriend just back from active duty. Hopkins also invited a pair from a local veterans group to sit down to talk about …
Read More »Too early to discuss Roman Reigns vs. The Rock, says WWE veteran Booker T
Booker T doesn’t want Roman Reigns vs The Rock to happen now (Photo credit: Instagram) WWE fans are always trying to create a buzz for their dream matches. The latest is Roman Reigns vs The Rock. It’s been discussed so much that the promotion is apparently thinking about fixing the …
Read More »Centerville High School Jazz Band to Perform at Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade – WHIO TV 7 and WHIO Radio
CENTERVILLE – The Centerville High School jazz band will be in the national spotlight this Thanksgiving with a performance in Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade. The group’s performance in the parade was originally announced in April 2019, but due to the coronavirus pandemic, the performance has been postponed until this year. Amara …
Read More »Thieves target fans who attended Blues game at Enterprise Center
By web staff Click here for updates on this story ST. LOUIS (KMOV) – After watching the St. Louis Blues game at the Enterprise Center on Tuesday night, fans left the game to find their vehicles damaged and broken into. Dozens of cars had windows smashed by thieves looking to …
Read More »Album: Willie Nelson – The Willie Nelson Family
Outlaw meets Jesus, at least on CD. The Willie Nelson family finds The Red Headed Stranger singing some of the most famous country-gospel songs, including “I Saw the Light” by Hank Williams. This is his second album of 2021 – the first, That’s life, released in February, was an alluring …
Read More »Miley Cyrus, Halsey and Machine Gun Kelly will rock LA during Super Bowl 2022 weekend
Miley Cyrus will perform with Green Day at Super Bowl Music Fest 2022 at Staples Center. (Alberto E. Rodriguez / Getty Images for Dick Clark Productions) The Dr. Dre / Snoop Dogg / Kendrick Lamar halftime show won’t be the only highly anticipated musical event during Super Bowl week. Ahead …
Read More »Tempe producer invites famous jazz saxophonist Bob Sheppard to Ravenscroft Hall on November 20
For more than four decades, jazz saxophonist Bob Sheppard has performed with an array of leading jazz giants, including Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock and Dianne Reeves, and with renowned artists from other genres. He and his quintet appear on November 20 at Ravenscroft Hall in a concert produced by Woody …
Read More »Blues notebook: Hofer impresses on short stay | Blues de Saint-Louis
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Read More »Morgan Wallen to play Resch Center on The Dangerous tour
ASHWAUBENON – A headlining concert at Country Thunder Wisconsin in Twin Lakes in July won’t be country star Morgan Wallen’s only appearance in the state in 2022. Wallen, who was taken on camera earlier this year using a racial insult, will also perform at 7 p.m. on April 28 at …
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He’s come back from countless injuries and even rebounded from a drug ban, but after 112 tests James Slipper still looks indestructible – and Aussie rugby could never be more grateful. In the midst of a chaotic test week ahead of their renowned touring match against England which saw the …
Read More »Henderson Jazz in the Grass will be performed by high school musicians
HENDERSON, Ky. – A new event is coming to Henderson this weekend and it’s going to be jazzy. The free concert, “Jazz in the Grass”, will take place on Saturday from noon to 3:30 pm. Originally planned as an outdoor event, the concert was moved inside the Henderson County Public …
Read More »Don Maddox, last survivor of pioneer country group, dies at 98
Don Maddox, the last surviving member of the Maddox and Rose brothers, the lively sibling group that helped spawn west coast honky-tonk, rockabilly and early rock ‘n’ roll, died on September 12 at an adult care facility in Medford, Oregon. He was 98 years old. His death, which was not …
Read More »Rock Falls cops restore vandalized veterans memorial
After vandals caused more than $ 10,000 in damage to the city’s Veterans Memorial Park, three officers – all veterans themselves – decided to step in and clean up. ROCK FALLS, Illinois – Three Rock Falls police officers spent Tuesday morning painting and cleaning up the city’s Veterans Memorial Park …
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Utah Jazz will face the Atlanta Hawks at 9 p.m. ET Tuesday at Vivint Arena. Utah is 7-3 overall and 3-0 at home, while Atlanta is 4-7 overall and 1-6 on the road. These teams played last Thursday in which the Jazz were victorious 116-98 in Atlanta. Utah are eight …
Read More »Carolyn Wonderland returns to Abilene Bar and Lounge in Rochester NY
Carolyn in Wonderland has performed a lot of shows in Rochester over the years. Some big and outside, like to jazz and lilac festivals, and some small and intimate, like Abilene Bar and Lounge on Liberty Pole Way in downtown. “I love them all, but they’re so different,” said the …
Read More »Nominees revealed for CRS New Faces of Country Music Show
This year Barrett scored his second No.1 success with a three-week race to the top of Billboard‘s Country Airplay chart with “The Good Ones”. Also among those who scored # 1 on BillboardCountry Airplay’s over the past year were Brown (“Just The Way”, with Parmalee), Moon (“Good Time”), Shane (“My …
Read More »Support Sweet Treats to vote Rock Hill, dessert Fort Mill SC
York County York, Lancaster and Chester counties have no shortage of sweet shops. Now is the time to find out which one surpasses them all. Voting is now open for our first round, “Sweet” 16 if you will, as part of the Herald’s Battle of the Sweet Treats Bracket. It’s …
Read More »Anthony scores his best 33rd of the season, Magic catches up with Jazz
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) – Cole Anthony scored 10 of his season-high 33 points in the fourth quarter and had a 24-11 game-ending streak that helped the Orlando Magic beat Utah Jazz 107-100 Sunday evening. Leading up to 13 points in the third quarter and down 89-81 with eight minutes remaining, …
Read More »Bantry left to sing the Blues after his senior relegation
Bishopstown 1-16 Bantry Blues 1-9 REPORTS BY GER McCARTHY The BANTRY Blues have been relegated to the third tier of Cork football. The two-time senior county football champions fell through the trap of grade Cork Senior A at the first intermediate level after a disappointing seven-point loss to Bishopstown in …
Read More »Tens of thousands mourn death of Brazilian country singer
Tens of Thousands Mourn Death of Brazilian Country Singer | Honolulu Star-Advertiser By Associated Press | November 6, 2021 ASSOCIATED PRESS A fan cries after walking past the coffin that contains the remains of Brazilian singer Marilia Mendonca, during a vigil at the Ginasio Arena in Goiania, Brazil on Saturday, …
Read More »Snoop Dogg says aging rappers deserve the same respect as rock icons
Snoop Dogg argued that aging rappers should earn the same respect as rock and metal icons. The rapper – who turned 50 last month – broached the subject during the Nov. 5 episode of the Rolling Stone music now podcast following a discussion about the deaths of The Notorious BIG …
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One of the most experimental, provocative and playful figures in British jazz, composer and pianist Mike Westbrook, has finally encountered something that intimidates him: cataloging his own vast body of work. For over 60 years his output has varied voraciously between small group jazz and big band brass, poetry sets, …
Read More »A Dallas festival that mixes blues and barbecue – Texas Monthly
In the Texas Monthly Recommends series, Texas monthly writers, editors, photographers and producers present their favorite recent cultural finds from the great state of Texas. The barbecue continues to arrive. In the wake of the news Texas monthly The list of the 50 best barbecues is the annual Blues, Bandits …
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Growing up in the small town of Leesburg, Georgia, Luke Bryan’s television had between three and five channels, depending on the reception on the antenna. He may have listened to country music obsessively, but the opportunities to see his favorite singers were few and far between. Every fall, he could …
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FFrom shelter pubs and soundproof dens, to soothing Spotify playlists and pheromone diffusers, desperate pet owners are turning to a number of unusual techniques to try and appease their anxious pets during Bonfire. Night. Growing awareness of the distress caused to animals by pyrotechnics has led to a growing backlash …
Read More »EFG London Jazz Festival 2021: twelve great shows to see
T he EFG London Jazz Festival is the capital’s largest pan-city music festival. This 29e The year features over 300 events in over 60 venues, from world-class acts in concert halls to rising stars in backstage bars. It’s a vibrant celebration of our capital’s cultural diversity and jazz‘s reputation as …
Read More »Joe Satriani: my 8 favorite blues records
When I was taking bebop lessons many years ago with Lennie Tristano he made me do this exercise where I brought a record and sang the melody, scat sang the solo note by note and sang the rest of the melody of the song . His reasoning was that if …
Read More »Locals Only: Kiwi artist Kaylee Bell wants to bring country music back to Aotearoa
Country pop artist Kaylee Bell from the small town of Waimate on the South Island performs Living Free. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Video / Local only Kaylee Bell could be New Zealand’s greatest unsung musical hero. Self-managed and independent, the Waimate-born country pop artist has been the …
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When you meet Peter Brill, the Honorary Football Coach of Council Rock North, it’s hard not to smile back at him infectiously. Brill, who has been steeped in the fabric of his former high school for over 25 years, has become known on campus and on the fringes for his …
Read More »Bleacher Report gives Utah Jazz rookie Jared Butler an F rating
Recently, Bleacher Report published an article assigning an alphabetical rating to the most important player of each team under the age of 24 for his performances in the 2021-22 season so far, and they have not been generous to Utah Jazz. Rookie jazzman Jared Butler has received an F for …
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If you are broadcasting or videoconferencing and owning certain GeForce RTX GPUs, NVIDIA’s Broadcast app can be a magical help. It uses a streamlined AI-powered set of tools to remove background noise, add virtual effects, automatic shots, and more. Now, Logitech has announced that it is incorporating some of these …
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The competition on season 21 The voice has been amazing so far. So when it came to the last Knockout duels on Monday (November 1), coach Blake Shelton had some tough decisions to make. One of them chose between country singers Lana Scott and Carson Peters. The aspiring stars clashed …
Read More »Jessica Simpson shares photo of herself low before she got sober: “I didn’t love myself”
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Read More »The European Jazz ™ Apple season is off to a good start
The new season Jazz apples are expected to arrive in various European supermarkets this week, and T&G Global says the harvest is impressive, with rich color and a tangy, sweet taste. Frank Alluine, European Variety Development Director for T&G Global, said the company expects above-average quality apples and a record …
Read More »Portsmouth defender Lee Brown makes defensive request after Blues’ 1-0 win over Bolton
Until the draw with Accrington nine days ago, the Blues were using a three-way backline with wingers. And although Pompey has scored more goals with this formation, they have also become much more fragile at the back, conceding 16 times in six Ligue 1 games. As a result, the former …
Read More »A celebration of country music as the Opry marks its 5,000th Saturday night show
Newly inducted Grand Ole Opry members The Isaacs are joined by John Conlee and Connie Smith for a … [+] performance of “Amazing Grace”. Credit: Grand Ole Opry / Photo by Rachael Black The show started off with a short video sharing a bit of country music history, and then …
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The CA $ 150,000 Ontario Derby (G3) for 3 year olds and the Ontario Damsel of CA $ 125,000 for 3 year old fillies will co-title the 10 race card on October 31 at Honeysuckle. The Ontario Derby features a rematch of the 1-2 Breeders’ Stakes finalists, a 1 1/2 …
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The Honda Jazz received a slight update last year and now the older model is available in the used car market. See the pictures The Honda Jazz is one of the oldest nameplates on the Indian market. The 2020 Honda Jazz is one of the oldest nameplates still on sale …
Read More »Swimmers embrace the sea to cross the pool and the pandemic blues | Bombay News
Mumbai sea swimmers guided by fishermen in Apollo Bunder boat One of the few things the coronavirus couldn’t shut down was the sea, and for swimmers – who haven’t entered a pool since the first lockdown in March last year and the still stubborn government not reopen them except for …
Read More »SCENE – Megan’s Music Musings: Here I am writing a musical column | South Minn Scene
So, you’re going to write a musical column. What are you going to write about? What is the purpose of this column? Who are you and what qualifications do you have to write this thing? These are the nagging questions that have been running through my head for weeks now. …
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CASTLE ROCK – Castle Rock’s defense dominated early on. La Center’s defense dominated late in the game. But the biggest defensive play came from La Center’s offense. Early in the fourth quarter, with La Center protecting a seven-point lead, Castle Rock came up with what looked like a crucial interception …
Read More »Gay McIntyre: Sax legend when jazz was king
HOMAGES to Gay McIntyre records a man of enormous talent, considered one of the greatest jazz musicians Ireland has ever produced. Although he was 88 when he passed away this week, age hasn’t stopped him from playing the alto saxophone and clarinet. In fact, he said that even at 80, …
Read More »Foo Fighters dazzle in intimate sell-out show at House of Blues ahead of Rock Hall induction
Click to enlarge Photo by Danny Clinch The Foo Fighters at the House of Blues The last time Dave Grohl was in a Cleveland concert hall as small as the House of Blues was probably in the mid to late 2000s when, while in town for a show, he was …
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The mineral rich island of Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark, has a large amount of an ancient rock known as anorthosite. Anorthosite is similar to the rock that astronauts collected on the moon in the early years of American space exploration. Scientists believe the anorthosite is almost as old …
Read More »U.S. Embassy – Live from the Cairo Jazz Festival
This year, the U.S. Embassy is supporting three American jazz groups at the Cairo Jazz Festival to connect American and Egyptian jazz artists and fans, alongside other international artists. The festival will also screen two American documentary films and discuss the history of jazz diplomacy. Highlighting the participation of the …
Read More »Harris extends Vics advantage after Blues batting failure
Boland Four shakes NSW as collapsed hand Vics the edge Outgoing test opener Marcus Harris has a golden chance to bolster his Ashes selection bid on Friday when Victoria looks to beat NSW in an upside down Marsh Sheffield Shield contest. The visitors will resume at 1-75 on day three …
Read More »Fox Shares First Look at Country Music Drama “Monarch,” With Susan Sarandon and Trace Adkins
Through Brent Furdyk. 2 hours ago On Wednesday, Fox unveiled the first trailer for its upcoming drama that plays out like “Dynasty” in the country music world, with a top-notch cast including Susan Sarandon, Trace Adkins and Anna Friel. According to the network’s press release, “Monarch” is described as “a …
Read More »Chippewa Nature Center to host Mid-Michigan Rock Club Rock Show
Admission is free for the event from November 6 to 7 Midland Daily News October 27, 2021 1of8 The Chippewa Nature Center will host the 27th Annual Mid-Michigan Rock Club (MMRC) Rock Show from November 6-7. (Photo provided) Show moreShow less 2of8 The Chippewa Nature Center will host the 27th …
Read More »Blues re-sign four key players ahead of Super Rugby Pacific
5:47 p.m., October 26, 2021 The Blues have re-signed four key players as they look to win back-to-back titles in next year’s inaugural Super Rugby Pacific. Super Rugby Trans-Tasman champions have secured the lockdown Josh Goodhue and top five Stephen Perofeta for another year, while utilities forward Tom Robinson and …
Read More »Bluegrass innovator Sonny Osborne dead at 83
NASHVILLE – Sonny Osborne, the banjo player and singer who, along with his older brother, Bobby, led one of the most innovative and beloved groups in bluegrass music, died Sunday at his home in Hendersonville, Tenn. He was 83 years old. His death, after a series of beatings, was confirmed …
Read More »Utah Jazz takes on Elephant in the hall to keep the stars long term | Launderer report
Rick Bowmer / Associated Press In today’s NBA, front offices recruit a superstar like Donovan Mitchell, then spend the next nine years recruiting that player to stick around for a third contract. The favors are done. Friends and family of players can find themselves in formal roles within an organization. …
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A hiking trail south of Ottawa draws crowds of day trippers, especially on sunny fall weekends, but the crowds bothers some locals and even damages the trails. The Rock Dunder Hiking Trail overlooks the Rideau River watershed just outside Morton, Ontario, about a 90-minute drive southwest of Ottawa. At its …
Read More »The current European jazz season
NOTThe new-season Jazz apples are expected to arrive in various European supermarkets this week, with supplier T&G Global calling the harvest “impressive, with rich color and a refreshing tart-sweet taste.” Frank Alluine, European Variety Development Director for T&G Global, said the company expects above-average quality apples and a record harvest …
Read More »Back the Blues to Repeat in Rematch (October 25)
Kings at Blues Odds Kings odds +150 Blues odds -175 More less 5.5 Time 8 p.m. ET TV ESPN + Odds via DraftKings. Get the latest NHL odds here. In a return to last season’s baseball-style NHL schedule, the St. Louis Blues will host the Los Angeles Kings for the …
Read More »Roy Harper, beloved country singer, died at 96
Beloved country singer Roy Harper has passed away. Harper died in mid-October at the age of 96, on Tennessee Folklore Society confirmed. In a statement, the organization said: “We are sad to mark the passing of singer and painter Roy Harper”, remembering him as “an admired performer of early country …
Read More »The Moss Rock Festival returns to the Hoover Met for the 2nd year
The Moss Rock Festival returns to the Hoover Metropolitan Complex for the second year in a row after the neighborhood association and management of The Preserve decided to end their relationship with the festival, said co-director Alex Kunman. Festival organizers were sad to hear they couldn’t return to The Preserve …
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The Utah Jazz’s 2-0 start highlighted their most notable advantages. Continuity and communication usually go hand in hand on the basketball court. This is the case today for the Utah Jazz. They fired their top seven goal scorers from last season, and all seven were also part of the 2019-20 …
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Marine fauna is in a global state of emergency. Ninety percent of fish populations are at or below half of their historical levels, and more fish species are on the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List of Threatened Species than any other class of animals. Since 1970 alone, …
Read More »‘SNL’: Watch Brandi Carlile’s Gale-Force Debut
For her very first performance on Saturday Night Live, country singer Brandi Carlile jumped straight into her provocative heart jam, “Broken Horses,” wearing a shiny Elvis-inspired gold lamé costume. But despite all the glam, the energy of the music was pure bar rock and roll. Carlile wielded her browned guitar …
Read More »The President of the CIPM visits Aso Rock; seeks to collaborate with FG on human capital development
. By Élisabeth Osayande The President of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria, CIPM, Mr. Olusegun Mojeed, on Thursday visited the seat of national power, Aso Rock Villa, Abuja, and sought collaboration with the federal government on human capital development. The head of the CIPM, along with the …
Read More »Disney’s “Soul of Jazz” Exhibition to Visit Three American Museums | Entertainment
NEW YORK – One of Disney World’s newest attractions will be heading to Harlem next year. The “Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure” exhibit, first shown as an exclusive experience at EPCOT in February, will visit three US museums next year. Created in homage to the unique musical art form …
Read More »Sunderland has put an end to their blues away
Sunderland’s 4-0 win at Crewe was about as routine as it gets. Pretty much from the start the guys never seemed to let the game slip away. Besides being straightforward, the win helped further allay concerns that we were slipping into a boggy standard results period on the road. Prior …
Read More »Country Radio leaves NYC with WNSH Flip to Hip-Hop
Cumulus Media launched WNSH in New York in 2013, ending a decade of country radio programming there after WYNY-FM switched to contemporary Spanish in 2002. Audacy (formerly Entercom) took over WNSH in 2019. In September, WNSH ranked 21st in New York City marketing, capturing a 1.9% share of the local …
Read More »Breaking down the 2021 class of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s 2021 class is one of the busiest in history. So much so that you might actually forget everyone in it. Thirteen inductees will be honored in a ceremony at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland on October 30. We’ve taken …
Read More »Jazz wants to continue to dominate the Kings
Utah Jazz goalie Jordan Clarkson (00) passes Oklahoma City Thunder goalie Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) and to the basket during the second quarter at Vivint Arena. Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-USA TODAY Sports The Utah Jazz opened their campaign the way you would expect from a team that compiled the league’s best …
Read More »Six String Therapy: Blues Festival Benefit Program That Provides Guitars, Prison Lessons, Schools
The eighth annual blues festival will be held from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday, October 24 at Revel in Albuquerque. Profits are donated to The Freedom in Music Project. (Courtesy of Freedom in Music Project) Phil and Linda Oliveira work hard to create a community of people who …
Read More »High Five: Columbus talks football, fishing and country music – Washington Daily News
Terry Columbus was part of the Panthers football team that played for the State 1A title in Raleigh in the spring. (Steve Barnes / Washington Daily News) Terry Columbus, a native of Belhaven, plays the role of guard and defensive tackle for the Northside football team, wrestles in the 190 …
Read More »Boulder’s Band To Air Outlaw Country, Punk & Psychedelic Rock In Colorado Springs Show | Culture & Leisure
Listening to Clay Rose on the mic, singing with his band Gasoline Lollipops, and you know he’s seen more life than many. Stories, bright and dark, lurk in his rich voice, and he’s not afraid to unveil the stories of his turbulent past. This is, after all, what brought him …
Read More »Mike Conley buries triple for Utah’s first jazz points of 2021-22 season
Mike Conley # 10 of the Utah Jazz brings the ball onto the field against the Denver Nuggets in the second quarter at Ball Arena on January 31, 2021 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Matthew Stockman / Getty Images) SALT LAKE CITY, Utah –Jazzguard Mike Conley knocked down a three-point …
Read More »Pelham’s Delta Blues Hosts Allergen-Sensitive ‘Carn-Evil’ Event – Shelby County Reporter
By MICHELLE AMOUR | Editor-in-chief PELHAM – People with specific allergies will be able to participate in the worry-free Halloween festivities this year. Delta Blues in Pelham is having a “Carn-Evil Fest” on Halloween night that features everyone’s favorite carnival junk foods without the top eight allergies. Pelham resident Fawn …
Read More »Mike Martin to perform at Elm Street on October 23 – Muncie Journal
MUNCIE, Ind. — Local artisan and native of Muncie, Mike Martin, returns home with a new album of the same name. Martin has spent most of the past decade on the road with his band The Beautiful Mess, making time to come home off-season to work on what he calls …
Read More »Ida passes Flat Rock to enter District football title game
ANN ARBOR – Grantham Nelson won the ball on the sidelines and headed for goal. He wasn’t going to let anything get in his way. “I took the ball and ran to the sideline,” said second-year Ida. “I knew the defender was no faster than me, so I continued.” Nelson …
Read More »New documentary tells the story of Montreal jazz master Oscar Peterson
Breadcrumb Links Music Movies Culture Celebrity “If you want to talk about the great jazz musicians of the world, you had better include Oscar Peterson,” says director Author of the article: Chris Chevalier Avrich still remembers Peterson’s generosity on stage. “Maybe the Canadian in him.” The opinions and recommendations are …
Read More »Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas and MiResource Partner to Connect Kansans with the Right Mental Health Care
COVID-19 pandemic highlights need for better access to behavioral health care Posted: October 19, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. CDT|Update: 1 hour ago SAN FRANCISCO, October 19, 2021 / PRNewswire / – Blue Cross and Blue Shield Kansas (BCBSKS) and MiResource announced that they have launched a free resource, MiResource to …
Read More »Natalie Hemby: Pins and Needles album review
Over the years of creating material for others, songwriter Natalie Hemby has specialized in creating songs around thoughtful characters. Country music, fortunately, thrives on storytelling. At Have ants, the artist who won a publishing contract barely out of his teens tackles her own tunes, songs she could have written for …
Read More »McCartney and Swift to induct new members into rock hall
Posted: Oct 18, 2021 / 2:08 PM MDT / Update: Oct 18, 2021 / 2:08 PM MDT This photo combination shows Angela Bassett at the 51st NAACP Image Awards in Pasadena, Calif. On February 22, 2020, Left to right, Paul McCartney on her One on One tour in Tinley Park, …
Read More »Kit Downes set to descend on Cork this weekend
When the English pianist and composer Kit Downes was ten years old and a chorister at Norwich Cathedral, he was encouraged to start playing the church pipe organ, one of the largest in the country. He learned the technique and a bit of organ repertoire for hymns and psalms, but …
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