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Netflix Is A Joke Fest Is Bringing The Laughs Back To Los Angeles May 2-12 With A Comedy Marathon Of Over 300 Shows Across 35+ Venues

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Netflix Is A Joke Fest Is Bringing The Laughs Back To Los Angeles May 2-12 With A Comedy Marathon Of Over 300 Shows Across 35+ Venues

Netflix is a Joke Fest, the biggest comedy festival in North America,  is back and bigger than ever. Produced by Netflix in association with Live Nation, the star-studded celebration of comedy from May 2 – May 12, 2024 will feature over 300  live stand-up shows, special events, table reads, sketch and more with the best comedians and artists in the world. For 11 days, the comedy community will take over more than 35 of LA’s most beloved landmarks such as Hollywood Bowl, The Greek, The Dolby, The Forum, The Palladium, Orpheum Theatre  and The Wiltern as well as historic comedy venues including The Hollywood Improv, Largo, Laugh Factory and The Comedy Store. 

The festival will also feature  Outside Joke – the hub of the Netflix is a Joke Fest With everything from late night live stand-up and cast games shows to laugh out loud lawn games,  Outside Joke is every fan’s chance to get in on the joke as they enjoy the best moments in Netflix comedy and beyond. 

Here are just some of the names included in the Festival. More headliners to be announced in the new year: Ali Wong, Atsuko Okatsuko, Anthony Jeselnik, Bert Kreischer, Beth Stelling, Bill Burr, Brett Goldstein, Cedric the Entertainer, Celeste Barber, Chelsea Handler,   Chris Rock, Craig Robinson, Daniel Tosh, Dane Cook, David Letterman,  Demetri Martin, Deon Cole, Earthquake,  Fortune Feimster, Hannah Berner, Hannah Gadsby, Heather McMahan, Iliza Shlesinger, Jason Mantzoukas, Jeff Ross, Jerry Seinfeld, Jessi Klein, Jessica Kirson,  Joel Kim Booster, John Mulaney, Jon Stewart, Jim Gaffigan, Jim Jefferies, Jimmy Carr, Justin Willman, Katherine Ryan, Katt Williams, Kevin Hart, Kountry Wayne, Kumail Nanjiani, Leanne Morgan, Leslie Jones, Luenell, Mae Martin, Mark Normand, Marlon Wayans, Matteo Lane, Matt Rife,  Maya Rudolph, Michelle Buteau,  Mike Birbiglia, Mike Epps, Moshe Kasher, Natasha Leggero, Nate Bargatze, Nicole Byer, Nick Kroll,  Nikki Glaser, Patton Oswalt, Phil Rosenthal,  Rachel Bloom, Ralph Barbosa, Ronny Chieng, Roy Wood Jr., Ryan Hamilton, Sam Jay, Sarah Silverman, Sebastian Maniscalco, Seth Rogen, Shane Gillis, Sheng Wang, Stavros Halkias, Taylor Tomlinson,  Tim Dillon, Tim Robinson, Tom Brady, Tom Papa, Tom Segura, Trevor Noah, Vir Das, Wanda Sykes, Will Smith (the Dodger). 

Tickets for events across the festival will go on sale beginning at 10am PT on December 15th at www.NetflixIsAJokeFest.com. 

“This is a special time for comedy, both for Netflix and the genre at large, ” said Robbie Praw, Netflix VP of Stand-up and Comedy Formats.  “We have the privilege of working with comedians who are selling out arenas, winning awards and building fandoms in the millions. In the 10 years that we’ve been doing stand-up we’ve seen the art form reach levels we didn’t think possible. This festival aims to capture this moment by bringing together the world’s best comedians for an unforgettable 11 days.” 

In 2022, Netflix is a Joke Fest featured 295 shows, with more than 330 comedians and 260,000 tickets sold. Netflix recently celebrated 10 years of creating original, streaming stand-up specials, as its members love the genre. More than 60% of US members watched at least one stand-up title in 2022 and every 1 in 20 US members watched at least 20 stand-up titles in 2022. Netflix has featured more than 200 comedians in more than 350 specials over the past decade.   

It’s already been a notable year for Netflix stand-up. The company’s first live streaming event was Chris Rock: Selective Outrage, which was the most-streamed comedy special in a measurement week according to Nielsen. The special also reached the Netflix Top 10 in seven countries. Mark Normand, Shane Gillis, Mike Birbiglia, Leanne Morgan and Matt Rife have also reached the Top 10 with recent specials. Also upcoming are new specials from Trevor Noah, Ricky Gervais and Dave Chappelle.  

Below are some of the festival’s biggest highlights. The entire schedule and latest information and schedule is available on www.NetflixIsAJokeFest.com.   

“*Talent and schedule subject to change”.  

HOLLYWOOD BOWL – 8 nights 

  • Jerry Seinfeld, Jim Gaffigan, Nate Bargatze and Sebastian Maniscalco: Live at the Hollywood Bowl: ​​A once in a lifetime lineup – Jerry Seinfed, Jim Gaffigan, Nate Bargatze, and Sebastian Maniscalco together in one MEGA powerhouse show of stand-up comedy not to be missed. 
  • Bill Burr 
  • John Mulaney 
  • Seth Rogen Smokes The Bowl: A BIG night of comedy, music, special guests, and fireworks! Supporting Seth and Lauren Rogen’s Alzheimer’s charity Hilarity For Charity. 
  • Matt Rife 
  • Taylor Tomlinson, Sarah Silverman, Nikki Glaser and Michelle Buteau: Live at The Hollywood Bowl: A lineup you have to see to believe — Taylor Tomlinson, Sarah Silverman, Nikki Glaser and Michelle Buteau together for one night of star-studded stand-up comedy. 
  • Kevin Hart  
  • Trevor Noah 

THE FORUM 

  • G.R.O.A.T. 
  • The Greatest Roast of All Time: Tom Brady (recorded for Netflix): Seven time world champion and modern day legend tackles the biggest challenge of his career. Watch as Tom Brady gets his cleats held to the fire by the Roastmaster General Jeff Ross, alongside famous friends & frenemies in an unforgettable night as they try to take down the GOAT. 
  • Tom Segura 
  • Bert Kreischer 

HOLLYWOOD PALLADIUM 

  • Chris Rock’s Table Reads: Join comedy icon Chris Rock as he hosts table reads of his favorite films featuring an all-star lineup of talent. 
  • Dodgers Comedy Night hosted by Cedric the Entertainer and Presented by All Star Dodgers Catcher Will Smith: Will Smith, catcher of the Los Angeles Dodgers, is bringing together comedians, teammates, and fans for a night of standup comedy and giveaways. Proceeds will go to Catching Hope, Will and Cara Smith’s foundation, working to help at-risk low-income youths in transition with critical skills needed for leadership, self-advocacy, and self-sufficiency. 
  • Mike Epps 

THE GREEK THEATRE 

  • Big Mouth Live at The Greek: Come out on a school night to see Nick Kroll, Maya Rudolph, John Mulaney, Jessi Klein, Jason Mantzoukas and more of the Emmy Award winning cast of Big Mouth at The Greek. Hormones will fill the air for an evening of comedy, music, and stories about the most gloriously awkward time of life. 
  • Jon Stewart and Friends: Join Jon Stewart and friends for a night of stand-up under the stars at the Greek Theatre. 
  • Shane Gillis  
  • I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson Live!: An evening with Tim Robinson and Zach Kanin, the creators of “I Think You Should Leave” 

THE WILTERN 

  • Ali Wong Live (four shows over three nights, shows on 5/4 will be recorded for Netflix): Award winning creator, director, actor, comedian and star of the critically acclaimed series Beef moves into the Wiltern for a limited run of shows you do not want to miss! Catch Ali’s latest hour of stand-up to be filmed for her next comedy special, right here right now. 
  • Sheng Wang 

THE DOLBY 

  • Wanda Sykes: Please & Thank You Tour 
  • Ronny Chieng Live 
  • Daniel Tosh Live 

THE MONTALBAN 

  • Gods of Comedy with David Letterman: Watch as this legendary late night host sits down with comedy titans for a once in a lifetime conversation for three nights. Be in the room where funny meets insight in a revealing conversation that only Letterman can bring us. 
  • Mark Normand  
  • Iliza Shlesinger 
  • Heather McMahan  
  • Dane Cook 
  • Rachel Bloom 
  • Katherine Ryan 

YOUTUBE THEATER 

  • Katt Williams: The Dark Matter Tour (recorded for Netflix) 
  • Chelsea Handler, Fortune Feimster, Matteo Lane, Sam Jay & Vanessa Gonzalez: 3 Gays, a Mexican and a Jew: A Night of Comedy with Chelsea Handler and Friends. Featuring Chelsea Handler, Fortune Feimster, Matteo Lane, Sam Jay and Vanessa Gonzalez. 
  • Kill Tony 

THE ORPHEUM THEATRE 

  • Brett Goldstein (multiple shows) 
  • Celeste Barber 
  • Vir Das 
  • Kountry Wayne 

THE THEATRE AT ACE HOTEL 

  • Hannah Gadsby And Close Personal Acquaintances…Some of Whom They’ve Never Met: Hannah is back at the Theatre At The Ace Hotel to present a hand picked line up of some of the funniest and queerest comedians any Thursday has ever seen. 
  • Ralph Barbosa 
  • Tom Papa 
  • Kumail Nanjiani  
  • Patton Oswalt 
  • Mike Birbiglia 
  • Jimmy Carr 
  • Marlon Wayans 
  • Phil Rosenthal 
  • Hannah Berner 
  • Anthony Jeselnik 
  • Demetri Martin 

THE AVALON 

  • Mae Martin and Brett Goldstein Make Love to One Another Live on Stage 
  • Felipe Esparza 

LARGO 

  • How Did This Get Made 

PANTAGES 

  • Leanne Morgan 

WILSHIRE EBELL 

  • Laura Ramoso 
  • Ryan Hamilton 

PALACE THEATRE 

  • Jared Freid 
  • Nate Jackson 

THE BELASCO 

  • Roy Wood Jr.  
  • Sibling Rivalry Podcast 
  • Earthquake 

TROUBADOUR 

  • Joel Kim Booster 
  • Lowkey Comedy  
  • Craig Robinson 
  • Nicole Byer 
  • Paul Virzi  
  • Moshe Kasher 

THE REGENT THEATER 

  • Catherine Cohen  
  • Mo Gilligan 
  • JR De Guzman  
  • Luenell 

BOURBON ROOM 

  • Chris Redd 
  • Jessimae Peluso 
  • Donnell Rawlings 
  • Sabrina Wu 

DYNASTY TYPEWRITER 

  • Fern Brady: I Gave You Milk To Drink 
  • Are You Still Listening? 
  • Naomi Ekperigin 
  • Joe Mande 

THE ELYSIAN THEATER 

  • Nori Reed 
  • Natalie Palamides 
  • Guy Branum 
  • Nico Carney 

MASONIC LODGE AT HOLLYWOOD FOREVER 

  • Beth Stelling 
  • Christina P. 
  • Jeff Ross 
  • The Endless Honeymoon Podcast 

 

ADDITIONAL VENUES WITH SHOWS TO BE ANNOUNCED INCLUDE: 

THE EGYPTIAN  

HOTEL CAFE 

WESTSIDE COMEDY THEATER 

LAUGH FACTORY 

HOLLYWOOD IMPROV 

THE COMEDY STORE 

MIRACLE THEATER 

Fey, The Mexican Pop Icon Announces Her ‘Fey U.S.A.’ Tour 2024, Returning To Us Cities After A Decade

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Fey, The Mexican Pop Icon Announces Her ‘Fey U.S.A.’ Tour 2024, Returning To Us Cities After A Decade

Fey, the beloved Mexican pop sensation and Latin Grammy Award-nominated singer, songwriter, dancer, director, producer, and designer, is announcing her Fey U.S.A. Tour 2024. After 10 years away, the 90’s icon is set to deliver a night of nostalgia, dance, and pure entertainment as the star visits her fans all across North America. Produced by Live Nation, each show takes a journey through Fey’s musical career, featuring a mix of her classic hits and tracks from her latest releases. The 10-city tour kicks off on March 2 at the Besame Mucho Festival in Austin, making stops across the U.S. in San Antonio, Phoenix, Las Vegas and more before wrapping up in San Jose at the San Jose Civic on August 3.

Known for hits like “Azúcar Amargo,” “Media Naranja,” and “La Fuerza del Destino,” Fey has been a trailblazer in the Latin pop scene since the early ’90s. With her distinctive voice, energetic performances, and timeless hits, she has proven to be one of the most popular Mexican performers of all time.

Fey, a renowned artist with a career spanning 29 years, has been consistently honored with numerous nominations and awards, including Billboard, Latin Grammy, Premios Lo Nuestro, Premios Texas, Eres, Oye, among others. Recognized as one of the current ambassadors for children for World Vision, Fey’s impact extends beyond music. With over 20 million records sold and a remarkable collection of over 35 gold, platinum, and diamond albums, she stands as a record-holder for consecutive sold-out concerts at the Auditorio Nacional in Mexico. Known as the Queen of Electropop and an icon of an entire generation, Fey embarks on the FEY USA TOUR, a highly anticipated journey celebrating her 29-year musical legacy.

TOUR DATES:
Sat Mar 02 Austin, TX Circuit of the Americas – Besame Mucho
Sat Mar 16 McAllen, TX McAllen Performing Arts Center
Sun Mar 17 San Antonio, TX The Aztec Theater
Thu Mar 21 Dallas, TX House of Blues
Sat Mar 23 Houston, TX House of Blues
Sat Mar 30 Phoenix, AZ The Van Buren
Sun Mar 31 Las Vegas, NV House of Blues
Thu Aug 01 El Cajon, CA The Magnolia
Sat Aug 03 San Jose, CA San Jose Civic
ABOUT FEY

Electric Callboy Announces 2024 Tour

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Electric Callboy Announces 2024 Tour

Today, Electric Callboy announced their 2024 tour across North America. The limited 6-city run kicks off on Sunday, May 12 in Silver Spring, MD at The Fillmore, with stops in New York, NY, Chicago, IL, Toronto, ON, and Laval, QC before wrapping up on Sunday, May 19 in Boston, MA at MGM Music Hall at Fenway. The upcoming run follows the band’s massive 2023 TEKKNO World Tour, which included performances across Europe, the UK and North America.

ELECTRIC CALLBOY 2024 TOUR DATES:
Sun May 12 — Silver Spring, MD — The Fillmore
Mon May 13 — New York, NY — Pier 17
Wed May 15 — Chicago, IL — Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
Fri May 17 — Toronto, ON — Rebel
Sat May 18 — Laval, QC — Place Bell Arena
Sun May 19 — Boston, MA — MGM Music Hall at Fenway

OHSOTO’KINO: Empowering Indigenous Voices Through Music Creation Now Taking Applications

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OHSOTO’KINO: Empowering Indigenous Voices Through Music Creation Now Taking Applications

OHSOTO’KINO is an Indigenous programming initiative focusing on three elements: creation of new music in National Music Centre’s recording studios, artist development through a music incubator program, and exhibitions via the annually updated Speak Up! gallery.

With support from TD, and building on the groundwork already laid in previous years, NMC is creating more opportunities for Indigenous artists to produce new music and develop their skills, and continuing to amplify the stories of Indigenous musicians and their contributions to Canadian culture. OHSOTO’KINO is a Blackfoot phrase, which means ‘to recognize a voice of.’ This title acknowledges the Blackfoot people and the territory on which National Music Centre resides. NMC’s National Indigenous Programming Advisory Committee will lead the direction of the initiative designed to forge stronger bridges of understanding between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities.

The OHSOTO’KINO Recording Bursary program is open to First Nations, Métis, and Inuit artists. NMC will provide access to its world-class recording studios and “living collection” of musical instruments, which spans 450 years of technical innovation. Indigenous artists will have the opportunity to ‘use history to make history.’ Two submissions — one for contemporary music, one for traditional genres — will be awarded a one-week recording session at Studio Bell to produce a commercial release.

Applications are now open for the 2024 OHSOTO’KINO Recording Bursary program. The deadline to apply is midnight on Sunday, January 7, 2024 (MST).

You can apply here!

Watch Talking Heads Perform Live at The Kitchen In 1976

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Watch Talking Heads Perform Live at The Kitchen In 1976

The Talking Heads took the stage at The Kitchen in NYC on March 13th, 1976, delivering a live performance that showcased their early lineup. David Byrne, wielding his guitar and lending his distinctive vocals, was joined by Chris Frantz on drums and Tina Weymouth on bass. It was a prelude to the band’s evolution, occurring before the addition of Jerry Harrison and prior to their first official releases.

Corey Taylor Announces CMF2 2024 North American Tour

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Corey Taylor Announces CMF2 2024 North American Tour

Fresh on the heels of completely sold out shows throughout Europe and Australia tours, the GRAMMY® Award-winning, multi-platinum singer-songwriter, actor, and New York Times best-selling author Corey Taylor is back for another North American tour in support of his acclaimed new solo studio album, CMF2.

Best known as vocalist and lyricist for Slipknot, Stone Sour, and as a solo artist, Taylor’s solo shows are a no-holds barred, unapologetic rock ‘n roll celebration, and openers Des Rocs and Jigsaw Youth will get the party kicked off early. The 20-date headline tour, produced by Live Nation, kicks off in Canada with shows in Toronto and Montreal followed by stops in New York City, Philadelphia, Grand Rapids, Atlanta, and Charlotte, to name a few.

“The first US tour was such a massive success that we had to raise the stakes on this next leg,” says Taylor. “We’re so stoked to be going out with Des Rocs and Jigsaw Youth, and ready to turn sh*t up a f*cking notch. Get ready for a good f*cking time.”

Corey Taylor CMF2 2024 North American Tour Dates
with special guests Des Rocs and Jigsaw Youth
Feb 3 – Toronto, ON – History
Feb 4 – Montreal, QC – L’Olympia
Feb 6 – New York, NY – Irving Plaza
Feb 7 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore
Feb 9 – Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore
Feb 10 – McKees Rocks, PA – Roxian Theatre
Feb 13 – Columbus, OH – KEMBA Live!*
Feb 14 – Grand Rapids, MI – GLC Live at 20 Monroe
Feb 16 – Bowler, WI – Mohican North Star Casino Resort
Feb 17 – Indianapolis, IN – Egyptian Room at Old National Centre
Feb 18 – Chattanooga, TN – The Signal
Feb 20 – Richmond, VA – The National
Feb 21 – Norfolk, VA – The Norva*
Feb 23 – Atlanta, GA – Buckhead Theatre
Feb 24 – Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore
Feb 26 – Birmingham, AL – Iron City
Feb 27 – New Orleans, LA – The Fillmore Harrah’s
Feb 29 – San Antonio, TX – Aztec Theatre
March 2 – Oklahoma City, OK – Tulsa Theater
March 3 – Omaha, NE – Steelhouse

Kountry Wayne Announces ‘The King Of Hearts’ Comedy Tour

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Kountry Wayne Announces ‘The King Of Hearts’ Comedy Tour

Actor and comedian Kountry Wayne is set to conquer the comedy stage once again as he proudly announces THE KING OF HEARTS Tour. Produced by Live Nation, the 29-city tour kicks off on March 15 in Houston, with stops across the U.S. including Chicago, New York, Detroit, Atlanta and more, before concluding in Norfolk on May 19.

Wayne’s career highlights in recent years include being named one of Variety’s “10 Comics to Watch” in 2021, starring in the BET original Christmas rom-com “Holiday Heartbreak” (2021), appearing on MTV’s “Wild ‘N Out” with Nick Cannon, and co-hosting “I Love Us,” a comedy clip show on BET+ alongside Kym Whitley. Wayne also starred in the comedy feature film “Strange Love,” available on Amazon Prime, and the Peacock original film “Praise This,” produced by Will Packer, directed by Tina Gordon, and starring Chloe Bailey, Quavo, Mack Wilds, Druski, and more. As a content creator, Wayne’s widely popular digital sketches, featuring original characters, attract millions of viewers daily on Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube.

THE KING OF HEARTS COMEDY TOUR DATES:
Mar 15 – Houston, TX – 713 Music Hall
Mar 16 – Jacksonville, FL – Florida Theatre
Mar 17 – Macon, GA – Macon City Auditorium
Mar 22 – Chicago, IL – The Chicago Theatre
Mar 23 – Shreveport, LA – The Strand Theatre
Mar 24 – Memphis, TN – The Orpheum Theatre Memphis
Mar 29 – Oklahoma City, OK – The Criterion
Mar 30 – Mobile, AL – Saenger Theatre Mobile
Mar 31 – Little Rock, AR – Robinson Performance Hall
Apr 05 – New York, NY – Beacon Theatre
Apr 06 – Northfield, OH – MGM Northfield Park
Apr 07 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore Detroit
Apr 12 – Atlanta, GA – Fox Theatre
Apr 13 – New Orleans, LA – Orpheum Theater
Apr 19 – Charlotte, NC – Ovens Auditorium
Apr 20 – Durham, NC – Carolina Theatre
Apr 21 – Chattanooga, TN – The Walker Theatre
Apr 26 – Milwaukee, WI – Pabst Theater
Apr 27 – Louisville, KY – The Louisville Palace
Apr 28 – Indianapolis, IN – Egyptian Room at Old National Centre
May 03 – St. Louis, MO – The Pageant
May 04 – Miami Beach, FL – The Fillmore Miami Beach
May 05 – San Antonio, TX – The Aztec
May 11 – Las Vegas, NV – Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort
May 12 – El Cajon, CA – The Magnolia
May 17 – Hattiesburg, MS – Saenger Theater
May 18 – Biloxi, MS – Beau River Theatre
May 24 – Norfolk, VA – Chrysler Hall
May 25 – Richmond, VA – Altria Theater

Nicki Minaj Reveals Details For Highly Anticipated ‘Pink Friday 2’ World Tour

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Nicki Minaj Reveals Details For Highly Anticipated ‘Pink Friday 2’ World Tour

The one and only Queen of Hip-Hop Nicki Minaj has officially announced the dates and venues on her worldwide outing in 2024, Nicki Minaj Presents: Pink Friday 2 World Tour. The Barbz have eagerly anticipated her touring return with headline arena shows in North America and Europe, including festival appearances at Rolling Loud California and Dreamville Festival. Her largest tour to date, the full routing and global ticketing information can be found below. Minaj originally shared news of her tour on social media teasing the announcement along with the release of her new album Pink Friday 2, out everywhere now.

Nicki Minaj has set the tone in music, fashion, and beauty for more than a decade – making history and building her superstar personal brand along the way.

Minaj became “the first Woman to score 100 Billboard Hot 100 Hits” with an astounding 133 total entries to date (the most among female hip-hop acts). These include three #1’s, over 70 Top 40 hits (also a record among female hip-hop acts), and 23 Top 10’s (another record among female hip-hop acts). As a songwriter, she also holds the record for the “Most Billboard Hot 100 Entries Among Women in the 2010s.”

Her seminal “Super Bass” surpassed 1 billion YouTube views, entering rarified air alongside the likes of “Anaconda.” As such, she has emerged as “the first female rapper to cross the 1 billion-mark with multiple solo tracks.” With nine videos north of 1 billion views thus far, she has earned “the most videos with over 1 billion views for any female artist.”

Her ascendancy can be traced back to her landmark debut Pink Friday in 2010. It notably sold over 375,000 copies in its first week, according to MRC Data. Right out of the gate, it made history by achieving “the largest sales week for a female hip-hop artist since Lauryn Hill in 1998.”

In addition to music, Minaj has made numerous TV and film appearances, including as a judge on “American Idol” along with film roles in 2014’s “The Other Woman” alongside Kate Upton, Cameron Diaz, and Leslie Mann and 2016’s “Barbershop: The Next Cut.” She’s also done voiceover for “Ice Age: Continental Drift.” What’s more, she has landed high-profile deals with Fendi, Adidas, H&M, Diesel, Mercedes-Benz, Sprint and Pepsi, released a nail polish collection

with OPI and was the face of MAC’s Viva Glam campaign. Her branded lipstick, according to Racked, was the brand’s highest-selling Viva Glam lipstick of all-time. Not to mention, she is a co-owner of TIDAL, and her BEATS 1 QUEEN radio show stands out as “the highest-rated show in Apple Music history.”

Minaj has only accelerated her unprecedented history-making momentum in the 2020’s. 2021 saw Beam Me Up Scotty blast to the top of the charts as “the highest-debuting female rap mixtape in Billboard 200 history.” Not to mention, “Super Bass” leveled up as her first RIAA diamond-certified single. During 2022, “Super Freaky Girl” impressively debuted at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, popping off as “the first solo song by a female rapper to bow at #1 on the Hot 100 this century.” Among other firsts, she took flight as “the female rapper with the most solo Top 10 albums in Billboard 200 history,” “the most-awarded rapper at the American Music Awards,” and “the first female rapper with over 30 billion Spotify streams across her catalog.” Everything turns pink again with the 2023 release of her anxiously awaited Pink Friday 2 and more to come from Nicki Minaj.

PINK FRIDAY 2 WORLD TOUR DATES:
Fri Mar 01 – Oakland, CA – Oakland Arena
Sun Mar 03 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena
Fri Mar 08 – Las Vegas, NV – T-Mobile Arena
Sun Mar 10 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena
Wed Mar 13 – Phoenix, AZ – Footprint Center
Fri Mar 15 – Inglewood, CA – Rolling Loud California*
Mon Mar 18 – New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center
Wed Mar 20 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena
Fri Mar 22 – Orlando, FL – Amway Center
Tue Mar 26 – Charlotte, NC – Spectrum Center
Thu Mar 28 – Newark, NJ – Prudential Center
Fri Mar 29 – Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center
Sat Mar 30 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
Mon Apr 01 – Washington, DC – Capital One Arena
Tue Apr 02 – Baltimore, MD – CFG Bank Arena
Thu Apr 04 – Brooklyn, NY – Barclays Center
Fri Apr 05 – Hartford, CT – XL Center
Sun Apr 07 – Raleigh, NC – Dreamville Festival*
Wed Apr 10 – Boston, MA – TD Garden
Fri Apr 12 – Columbus, OH – Schottenstein Center
Sat Apr 13 – Milwaukee, WI – Fiserv Forum
Wed Apr 17 – Montreal, QC – Bell Centre
Thu Apr 18 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena
Sat Apr 20 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena
Wed Apr 24 – Chicago, IL – United Center
Sat Apr 27 – Minneapolis, MN – Target Center
Thu May 02 – Oklahoma City, OK – Paycom Center
Thu May 09 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center
Sat May 11 – Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center
Sun May 12 – Austin, TX – Moody Center
Sat May 25 – Manchester, UK – Co-Op Live
Sun May 26 – Birmingham, UK – Resorts World Arena
Tue May 28 – London, UK – The O2
Sat Jun 01 – Paris, France – Accor Arena
Sun Jun 02 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Ziggo Dome
Wed Jun 05 – Cologne, Germany – Lanxess Arena
Fri Jun 07 – Berlin, Germany – Mercedes Benz Arena

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Two Legends, One Stage: Caifanes + Café Tacvba 2024 Announce A Joint Tour

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Two Legends, One Stage: Caifanes + Café Tacvba 2024 Announce A Joint Tour

In an unprecedented collaboration, two legendary Mexican bands, Caifanes and Cafe Tacvba, are set to embark on their first-ever joint tour in the United States. This historic musical journey promises fans an unforgettable experience as the two groups come together to celebrate their legacies and showcase the power of Mexican rock on an international stage. Produced by Live Nation, the 20-city tour kicks off on May 29 and will go across the US until June 30.

Both bands originated in the late 80s in Mexico City. Despite their distinct musical styles, this tour is a testament to the enduring power of music, showcasing how these bands have evolved and continue to resonate with audiences across time.

Caifanes have lived their path intensely and passionately since 1986. Evolution and changes have always been, and they will continue to be, part of their history. However, its constants remain: music and the endearing magic that several generations share and have tattooed on their hearts. That connection remains as powerful today as it was in the beginning. For young people, their music is new; for the older generation, those songs are already part of the soundtrack of their lives. The passion and dedication with which they listen and join their voices with the band remain intact and stronger than ever. Caifanes has always been the band that opens the doors to every band coming up behind them. Last two years and 108 concerts have seen the band getting better and bigger than ever, on stage no one rivals their power and strength. Their commitment to social causes has been an essential part of who they are from the start of the band.

Together since 1989 with the same founding members (Quique, Meme, Joselo and Ruben) Grammy winners and Mexico City indie rockers Café Tacvba are frightfully credited as the preeminent band to emerge from the “Rock en Español” movement of the early ‘90s. The Mexican quartet has remained one of the biggest acts on the Latin music scene since, inspiring generations of rockers in their wake. While critics look at these reasons to signify Café Tacvba’s importance, legions of global music followers are enamored with them simply because of their music, which is broadly appealing not only because of its groundbreaking nature, but also because of its fun, madcap and ever-changing.

TOUR DATES:
Wed May 29 Kennewick, WA Toyota Center
Thu May 30 Seattle, WA WAMU Theater @ Lumen Field
Sat Jun 1 Reno, NV Reno Events Center
Wed Jun 5 Los Angeles, CA Hollywood Bowl
Thu Jun 6 Las Vegas, NV Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood
Fri Jun 7 Palm Desert, CA Acrisure Arena
Sat Jun 8 Chula Vista, CA North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
Tue Jun 11 Phoenix, AZ Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
Thu Jun 13 Salt Lake City, UT Maverick Center
Fri Jun 14 Denver, CO Levitt Pavilion
Sat Jun 15 Albuquerque, NM Isleta Amphitheater
Sun Jun 16 El Paso, TX El Paso County Coliseum
Tue Jun 18 Laredo, TX Sames Auto Arena
Wed Jun 19 Edinburg, TX Bert Ogden Arena
Fri Jun 21 Houston, TX The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presented by Huntsman
Sat Jun 22 Dallas, TX Dos Equis Pavilion
Wed Jun 26 New York, NY SummerStage in Central Park
Fri Jun 28 Toronto, ON Budweiser Stage
Sat Jun 29 Chicago, IL Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
Sun Jun 30 Indianapolis, IN Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park

Sarah McLachlan Announces ‘Fumbling Towards Ecstasy’ 30th Anniversary Tour

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Sarah McLachlan Announces ‘Fumbling Towards Ecstasy’ 30th Anniversary Tour

Today, acclaimed Grammy and Juno-award winning artist Sarah McLachlan announced The Fumbling Towards Ecstasy 30th Anniversary Tour, live across North America next summer. Produced by Live Nation, the 30-date run kicks off on Saturday, May 25 in Seattle with back-to-back shows at Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery before making stops in Palm Springs, Salt Lake City, Kansas City, Chicago, Toronto, Laval, Boston, Nashville and more ahead of wrapping up on Saturday, July 6 in Sugar Land at Smart Financial Centre. Very special guest Feist will join on all dates across the tour other than Toronto, which will feature Allison Russell as support.

“I think it’s interesting as an artist or as a human for that matter, to be able to go back and look at a postcard of a time in your life and reflect on it,” said Sarah McLachlan. “I think this tour is going to be a real walk down memory lane for me, and I’m hoping that my audience, many of whom have been with me for 30 years, will also be able to go back in time with me.”

The summer tour celebrates McLachlan’s highly acclaimed third studio album, Fumbling Towards Ecstasy, which first released October 22, 1993 via Le Studio. The album quickly topped the charts in Canada and went certified platinum within a few weeks, selling over 3 million copies worldwide to date. Hit singles include “Possession,” “Hold On,” “Ice Cream,” and “Good Enough,” among others. The 30th anniversary tour will see McLachlan playing the beloved album in its entirety along with some of her most celebrated songs in iconic venues across North America, including the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, CA, Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, CO, Radio City Music Hall in New York, NY and many more. $1 per ticket will be donated to the non-profit Sarah McLachlan School of Music. The school provides music instruction at no cost to children and youth facing barriers to access. www.sarahschoolofmusic.com.

Sarah McLachlan is one of the most celebrated singer songwriters in entertainment with over 40 million albums sold worldwide. She has received three Grammy Awards and twelve Juno Awards over her career and has been inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. In addition to her personal artistic efforts, she founded the Lilith Fair tour, which showcased female musicians and brought over two million people together during its three-year run. Lilith Fair raised over $7 million for local and national charities and was the most successful all-female music event, launching the careers of numerous performers. Following Lilith Fair, Sarah was awarded the Elizabeth Cady Stanton Visionary Award for furthering the careers of women in music. In 2002 she founded the non-profit Sarah McLachlan School of Music which provides high quality music education and mentorship free to children and youth facing various barriers to access.

THE FUMBLING TOWARDS ECSTASY 30TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR 2024 TOUR DATES:
Sat May 25 – Seattle, WA – Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery +
Sun May 26 – Seattle, WA – Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery +
Tue May 28 – Bend, OR – Hayden Homes Amphitheater +
Thu May 30 – Berkeley, CA – Greek Theatre +
Fri May 31 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Bowl +
Sat Jun 01– Palm Springs, CA – Acrisure Arena at Greater Palm Springs +
Sun Jun 02 – San Diego, CA – The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park +
Tue Jun 04 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre +
Thu Jun 06 – Salt Lake City, UT – USANA Amphitheatre +
Fri Jun 07 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre *
Sun Jun 09 – Kansas City, MO – Starlight Theatre +
Mon Jun 10 – Maryland Heights, MO – Saint Louis Music Park +
Tue Jun 11 – Chicago, IL – Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island +
Thu Jun 13 – Sterling Heights, MI – Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill +
Fri Jun 14 – Cincinnati, OH – PNC Pavilion +
Sun Jun 16 – Indianapolis, IN – Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park +
Tue Jun 18 – Lewiston, NY – Artpark Mainstage Theater +
Wed Jun 19 – Toronto, ON – Budweiser Stage ^
Thu Jun 20 – Laval, QC – Place Bell +
Sat Jun 22 – Boston, MA – Leader Bank Pavilion +
Sun Jun 23 – Bridgeport, CT – Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater +
Mon Jun 24 – New York, NY – Radio City Music Hall +
Wed Jun 26 – Philadelphia, PA – TD Pavilion at the Mann +
Thu Jun 27 – Columbia, MD – Merriweather Post Pavilion +
Sat Jun 29 – Nashville, TN – Ascend Amphitheater +
Sun Jun 30 – Atlanta, GA – Cadence Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park +
Tue Jul 02 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP +
Wed Jul 03 – Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory +
Fri Jul 05 – Austin, TX – Moody Amphitheater +
Sat Jul 06 – Sugar Land, TX – Smart Financial Centre +
+ With Feist
^ With Allison Russell

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