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Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: July 5-7
Still want to keep the party going after all of the Independence Day fireworks? Here are some ways to make the best of your post-holiday weekend around town. Carnegie Independence Day Celebration For those who could still use some more fireworks and red, white and blue spangled decorations, Carnegie Borough...
Red Hot Chili Peppers concert review: Veteran rockers bring their California love to sold-out Pittsburgh show 
The Red Hot Chili Peppers’ love of California cannot be underestimated — with some Internet estimates putting a reference to the Golden State in about 20% of their songs. That was on full display Tuesday night in a sold-out show at the Pavilion at Star Lake in Burgettstown, where the...
Ann Wilson announces cancer diagnosis, postpones Heart tour 
LOS ANGELES — Ann Wilson, lead singer of rock band Heart, says she has cancer and the band is postponing the remaining shows on its Royal Flush Tour while she undergoes treatment. Wilson said in a statement Tuesday that she underwent a surgery to remove a cancerous growth and is...
Jeannette resident makes most of new musical directions 
So, you find yourself thinking about what it would be like to make a new start. For someone who actually followed through, meet Jeannette resident Mick Francis. As lead vocalist and primary handler of details for the up-and-coming Pittsburgh pop-punk band Lotus Kid, he seemed to be headed in what...
Celebrating Black Music Month: Pittsburgh’s rising stars
June was Black Music Month, and Pittsburgh has no shortage of talent. Black Music Month honors the contributions, creativity and individuality of Black musicians who have shaped American music across all genres. Pittsburgh has birthed greats like Mary Lou Williams, Art Blakey, Lena Horne and Erroll Garner. Here are a...
BET Awards 2024: Usher is honored, Will Smith returns, and the election is top of mind 
Usher accepted the lifetime achievement award at the 2024 BET Awards — even if the superstar mused it might be a bit early. The Grammy winner stayed on his feet as a parade of artists performed his hits — Childish Gambino kicked it off with “U Don’t Have to Call,”...
Tyler Childers concert review: Kentucky native delivers his brand of country music to sold-out Star Lake show
Tyler Childers considers himself a country artist, plain and simple — not Americana or alt country. Just country. The Kentucky native’s style of music doesn’t really fit into the mold of modern/commercial country, leading to not a lot of radio airplay. (When Childers’ “In Your Love” cracked the Billboard Country...
BET Awards return Sunday with performances from Lauryn Hill, Childish Gambino, Will Smith and more
The BET Awards return Sunday night, with a performance-filled show that will kick off with a fiery set from Megan Thee Stallion, two days after the release of her third studio album. The show, which takes place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, will be hosted by Oscar-nominated actor...
Alleged nationwide concert scam affects Pittsburgh venue
A special events venue in Pittsburgh, 25 Carrick Ave, has been affected by an alleged nationwide concert scam. Brendan Elder, chief operating officer at Hearcorp, the audio/visual company that owns the space, had been in direct contact with a company called ARB Marketing looking to book a show. The space...
Eagles singer Don Henley sues for return of handwritten ‘Hotel California’ lyrics, notes
NEW YORK — Eagles singer Don Henley filed a lawsuit in New York on Friday seeking the return of his handwritten notes and song lyrics from the band’s hit “Hotel California” album. The civil complaint filed in Manhattan federal court comes after prosecutors in March abruptly dropped criminal charges midway...
Weather forecast not stopping inaugural Buffett tribute concert at Pittsburgh Brewing Co.
Pittsburgh Brewing Co. offi­cials are hoping Saturday’s stormy weather outlook will be “Nothin’ But a Breeze” as plans march on for the inaugural Jimmy Buffett tribute concert at the East Deer site. “We are moving forward with having the concert and festivities,” brewery spokeswoman Rachel Semelbauer said Friday. “We are...
Def Leppard, Hozier, Chris Stapleton highlight July’s top Pittsburgh concerts
PNC Park will host its first stadium show of the year when British rockers Def Leppard invade the North Shore again, while two near-capacity crowds at Star Lake will make it another busy month of shows in the Pittsburgh area. Top shows July 12: Chris Stapleton, Marcus King, Nikki Lane...
5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: June 28-30
Another month is in the books! With July on its way, summer is flying fast already. Make sure to enjoy every moment with some of these events this weekend. PSO Americana Concert Get in the patriotic spirit ahead of the Fourth of July with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra’s annual event...
Tony Award-winning actress, singer Idina Menzel to perform in Pittsburgh
Tony Award-winning actress, singer and songwriter Idina Menzel recalled performing in Pittsburgh around the time of the Tree of Life tragedy in 2018 in Squirrel Hill. “I remember that time, and I remember such a sense of responsibility and connection to my audience. So, years later, when the project of...
Killer Mike will likely avoid charges after Grammys arrest
LOS ANGELES — Killer Mike is expected to avoid charges over a physical altercation that led to his arrest at the Grammys earlier this year after the rapper recently completed community service. The Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office said in a statement Thursday that Mike “successfully completed the office’s hearing...
Back to Woodstock, with Wi-Fi: Women return after 55 years to glamp and relive the famous festival
BETHEL, N.Y. — Beverly “Cookie” Grant hitchhiked to the Woodstock music festival in 1969 without a ticket and slept on straw. Ellen Shelburne arrived in a VW microbus and pitched a pup tent. Fifty-five years later, the two longtime friends finally got back to the garden, but this time in...
Eyes Set to Kill celebrates 15 years of ‘Reach’ in New Kensington show 
The surprisingly light crowd for Eyes Set to Kill’s first Pittsburgh area appearance in six years didn’t diminish the performance put on by the melodic metalcore band. Currently celebrating 15 years of their debut album “Reach” — although it was technically released on Feb. 19, 2008 — Eyes Set To...
WDVE’s Randy Baumann releasing ‘Wanderin Fool’ album; The Damnwells write ode to Pittsburgh
WDVE morning host Randy Baumann is releasing his first album in more than 20 years this week, and he said it worked out better than he could have hoped. “Wanderin Fool,” which features an all-star cast of Pittsburgh musicians, will be available on all streaming platforms Thursday. “I’ve done so...
AJR brings indie-pop charm to PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh
AJR, the indie-pop band made up of brothers Adam, Jack and Ryan Met, delivered a memorable performance Tuesday night at PPG Paints Arena. As the brothers told the audience, they write, record and produce all of their music in their living room. During the evening, Jack mainly sang lead vocals,...
Laufey concert review: Icelandic jazz-pop star thrills in 2nd night with Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
Icelandic jazz-pop singer Laufey might only be 25 years old, but her songs of love, hope, betrayal and heartache evoke an era much older that, without feeling dated. In a show lasting about an hour and 45 minutes Tuesday, Laufey (pronounced lay-vay) teamed with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra for a...
Music labels sue AI song generators Suno and Udio for copyright infringement
BOSTON — Big record companies are suing artificial intelligence song-generators Suno and Udio for copyright infringement, alleging that the AI music startups are exploiting the recorded works of artists from Chuck Berry to Mariah Carey. The Recording Industry Association of America announced the lawsuits Monday brought by labels including Sony...
Own a piece of history from the Carnegie of Homestead Music Hall
For decades, Chuck Zapf has been buying a seat to shows and events at the Carnegie of Homestead Music Hall for his older brother Gary, who has special needs. The seat he usually purchases is P-1. He now owns that actual seat. The venue is selling the seats on the...
Baroness bassist Nick Jost talks touring, danceable metal and more ahead of Pittsburgh show 
As metal band Baroness gets closer to the end of its U.S. tour, bassist Nick Jost said one of the worst aspects of being on the road might be the actual roads. “You have no privacy and no sleep. We’re in a pretty bumpy vehicle on some pretty bumpy American...
5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: June 21-23
It’s been a hot week! Whether indoor or outdoor events are your jam, something is going on this weekend that will keep you comfortable — and be fun, too. Here are five things to do around town. Pogopalooza From Friday to Sunday, pogo stick enthusiasts will be competing in a...
Ukrainian soldier-musicians bring goodwill concerts to Pittsburgh 
A literal band of brothers will be performing next week in the Pittsburgh area. The performers are members of the Ukrainian armed forces and its nonprofit Cultural Forces organization that has hosted more than 4,500 concerts on the front lines since Russia invaded in February 2022. “One guy is an...


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