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Buwa Returns with New EP ‘Just Call Me Buwa’ and Captivating Single ‘It Don’t Matter’

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Buwa Returns with New EP ‘Just Call Me Buwa’ and Captivating Single ‘It Don’t Matter’

Buwa returns 4 years later after his last triumph with his debut EP OLU, which offered pop-soul styles and a blend of compelling melodies. The British Columbia-based Nigerian singer has now unleashed his new single “It Don’t Matter”, to introduce his latest EP Just Call Me Buwa.

“It Don’t Matter” tells a story of Buwa learning to accept life as it is in the present. And instead of focusing on what the future holds for him, he should live in the moment and bask in the goodness of the present.

“I learned the hard lesson of accepting where I was in life and living in the present instead of some future I had dreamed of for myself,” said Buwa. “As soon as I started coming to terms with it, I began to hear melodies in my head,” he further explains, “and It Don’t Matter was born.”

Prior to the making of “It Don’t Matter” and the EP “Just Call Me Buwa” just before the pandemic arose. Buwa admits to being in a fog of writer’s block at the time. He said the state he was in was an unpleasant one and threatened to disrupt both his personal and professional life.

“I was very unhappy with where I felt I was in life and in my career and with the lockdowns, my feelings multiplied.”

Once Buwa broke through the writer’s block barrier, penning down “It Don’t Matter” flowed out of him easily. The Nigerian singer then reached out to revered producer SizzlePRO, who has collaborated with some of the biggest names hailing from Africa including Waje, Aramide, and the amazing Yemi Alade. With endless ideas pouring out from him, the singer enlisted stylist friend StudioAzom, and Raymond Knight of Knight Studios to breathe new life into his creative visual ideas for “It Don’t Matter.”

Inspired by soul music giants the late Whitney Houston, Jill Scott, India Arie, and South Africa’s fallen musical heroine Brenda Fassie. It’s no wonder “It Don’t Matter” combines nostalgic pop elements in the musical production, and highlights Buwa’s staple old-school vocals that don’t come by often these days. Fans will revel in “Jump”, “Let It Go” and “Changes” for the uniform “taking back what’s mine” theme these songs evoke.

Buwa, ever the storyteller wanted “the listener to be able to see the image of what I was creating, being able to mirror that to their own life, and with this EP, I believe I have been able to do that.”

He continued, “Everyone knows how it feels to be in transition from one life stage to another, how it feels to not know what the next day or next period of your life will be, how it feels to not know if your sacrifices will pay off, how it feels to almost taste your next step, how it feels to just accept yourself or life stage, and the growing pains that come with it.”

XOCÔ Release ‘Constança’: A Vibrant Tribute to Afro Indigenous Brazilian Culture & Folklore

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XOCÔ Release ‘Constança’: A Vibrant Tribute to Afro Indigenous Brazilian Culture & Folklore

Mestre Sérgio Xocolate, known as XOCÔ, is on a mission to bridge the cultural and musical gaps, bringing the vibrant traditions of Afro Indigenous Brazilian rhythms into the contemporary music scene. With his latest album, aptly titled “XOCÔ,” he offers a powerful blend of traditional percussion, psychedelic rock, punk, reggae, metal and hard rock.

Born in Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil, Mestre Sérgio Xocolate initiated the XOCÔ project, an embodiment of explosive fusion music, on the shores of Turtle Island South. The project took root and flourished in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, on Turtle Island North. XOCÔ is more than just music; it’s a cultural exchange, a musical journey, and an homage to Sérgio’s Afro Indigenous heritage.

The self-titled album, “XOCÔ,” is a celebration of heritages that unites ancestral rhythms with contemporary genres. XOCÔ is the nickname of Mestre Sérgio Xocolate, a master teacher and practitioner of Traditional Capoeira, an Afro Brazilian martial and cultural art. His music is a call to action to respect Indigenous peoples worldwide, cherish Black culture, protect Mother Earth, and uplift one another.

The album’s first single, “Constança,” is a celebration of Afro Indigenous Brazilian culture and folklore. The song captures the essence of Brazilian street parties, where rhythms like Frevo reign supreme, and the air is filled with an infectious sense of joy and nostalgia. “Constança” pays homage to folkloric heroes like Curupira, Saci Pererê, Comadre Florzinha, and Caboclo de Lança, while also expressing a deep longing for home and the wonder of childhood.

Mestre Sérgio Xocolate is a multi-talented artist recognized internationally for his contributions to music, culture and education. He is a master teacher of Capoeira, an award-winning composer, singer/songwriter and percussionist. Sérgio Xocolate embodies the spirit of preserving Afro Indigenous Brazilian heritage while forging new musical frontiers.

Experience the unique fusion of traditional and contemporary sounds with XOCÔ’s album, available on the following streaming platforms: Soundcloud, Spotify and Bandcamp.

Photo Gallery: The Doobie Brothers at St. Catharines’ Meridian Centre

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Photo Gallery: The Doobie Brothers at St. Catharines’ Meridian Centre

All photos by Mini’s Memories. You can contact her through Instagram or Twitter

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Ritesh Das Unveils Debut Solo Album ‘To Begin With’ After 30 Years at the Helm of Acclaimed Toronto Tabla Ensemble

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Ritesh Das Unveils Debut Solo Album ‘To Begin With’ After 30 Years at the Helm of Acclaimed Toronto Tabla Ensemble

Calcutta-born, Toronto-based Tabla maestro Ritesh Das is all set to release his debut solo album, To Begin With, after three decades of heading the acclaimed Toronto Tabla Ensemble, a multi-cultural entity that has been on the map for a while for its cutting-edge contemporary fusion.

The 66-year-old percussion maestro — the younger brother of legendary Kathak exponent Guru Chitresh Das — has led a fairy-tale life in his shift of roots. As a metaphor for yet another new phase in his life, To Begin With is unlike anything in Das’s storied career — though its origin story is hardly unique. Forced to stay at home due to the pandemic and unable to travel, Das turned to technology and his home studio, teaching himself composing and recording software. In the process, he wrote songs that blended live instrumentation with programmed beats, samples and orchestral instruments. He also brought in tasty collaborations with a diverse range of world-class talents, including the Montreal klezmer outfit Oktopus (on ‘Ot Azoy’); Egyptian vocalist Maryem Tollar and sarod maestro Manik Khan (on ‘Ta Alu Nitabill’) and Canadian rock queen Bif Naked (on ‘Forgiveness of Trees’).

To Begin With stands out as an epic sequence of cinematic cuts that blend man and machine, balances spirituality and technology, and forms the soundtrack for a globe-trotting adventure film straight out of Das’s boundless imagination.

The metaphor for movement and dynamism is well-ensconced in the soundscape, the reflection of Das’s own story, a tale that is no less epic. Born in Calcutta to parents who owned the region’s first dance and music academy, he followed his brother Chitresh Das to San Francisco and Los Angeles, where he joined the Aman Folk Ensemble and toured the United States while broadening his musical horizons. After relocating to Toronto in 1987, he began teaching Tabla, and formed the TTE in 1991.

Since then, Das and the TTE have crossed Canada multiple times, and mesmerized audiences in India and Australia with their intricate grooves and modern, high-energy approach. They have released eight original studio albums that have garnered Global Music Awards, Independent Music Awards and Ethnic Media Awards. Their 2020 album Bhumika earned the group a nomination for Best World and Best Instrumental Group at the Canadian Folk Music Awards. Their compositions have been licensed for commercials, films, and as the theme music for CBC Radio’s daily Metro Morning.

But Das has never rested on those laurels. A restless artist, he is already looking ahead to his next solo release — a radio-station theme is already in the air— along with new orchestral compositions, film scoring opportunities, and a return to the performing world with the Ensemble. Stay tuned for the sequel.

Delaware-Based Rock Band Dutchman Set to Blaze a Trail With Double Single Release “On The Run” and “Springfield 79”

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Delaware-Based Rock Band Dutchman Set to Blaze a Trail With Double Single Release “On The Run” and “Springfield 79”

In the dynamic world of music, where talents emerge from unexpected corners, Dutchman’s story is one of discovery, evolution, and dedication. Formed in 2017, this Delaware-based rock band emerged from a serendipitous chain of events, igniting a creative journey that would lead to their distinct place in modern music.

The band’s foundation was laid when Jake Dutcher, driven by his musical aspirations, posted an ad seeking fellow musicians. Responding to his call was Connor Johnson, together they embarked on a trek that would forever shape their destiny. This journey achieved its first milestone in February 2019, with the release of their debut EP, “A Broken Man’s Life.” This marked the initial spark of Dutchman’s presence in the music world, showcasing their ability to craft emotive and authentic rock music.

However, the progress doesn’t stop there. Dutchman’s lineup expanded in 2020, with the addition of Drummer Fez (Yamir Alica-Rivera), Guitarist Garrett Gravatt, and Keyboardist/Bassist Franco Solorzano. This expansion heralded a new era for the band, as they united their talents and influences to cultivate the distinctive sound that defines them today.

The year 2020 proved to be a significant turning point, as Dutchman released not one, but two EPs: “Dutchman Vol. 1” in March and “Dutchman Vol. 2” in July. These releases exemplified the band’s unwavering work ethic and dedication to their craft. Drawing inspiration from classic and modern rock influences, Dutchman seamlessly blends nostalgic elements with fresh, youthful energy, resulting in a sound that resonates across generations.

Rooted in the small town of Frederica, Delaware, Dutchman’s music reflects their working-class background and their joint passion for creating music that speaks to everyone. The challenges of the pandemic were no match for their determination. They used this time to refine their sound even further. This effort bore fruit with their release of “Hey Now” in November 2021. This well received single stands as a testament to their ability to adapt and thrive in the face of adversity.

5 years into the trip, 2022 saw Dutchman’s journey reach new heights with the release of “Going Nowhere,” a single that offered a tantalizing taste of their upcoming full-length album, aptly titled “Roll This in Your Pipe and Smoke It.” With a growing portfolio of over 55 publications nationwide, and streams in 79 countries around the world, Dutchman’s commitment to their craft and musical prowess continue to capture the attention of music enthusiasts worldwide.

Dutchman’s trajectory is far from slowing down, evident in their forthcoming double single release. “On The Run” (A-side) and “Springfield 79” (B-side) are slated for release October 5th across all streaming platforms. 2023 will be showcasing a definitive Dutchman, with the first ever Dutchman composition to be written on a ukulele & the addition of Drummer/Percussionist Wesley Vinton joining the fold. “On The Run” delivers the magic that vital keyboardist Franco Solorzano can create with just two chords and an attitude. Moreover, “Springfield ‘79” is set to be a sonic punch in the face of an action-packed electric guitar driven instrumental. These singles promise to present the band at the peak of their artistic expression thus far, setting the stage for an exciting new chapter in their musical journey.

Their accomplishments have not gone unnoticed. In July 2022, Dutchman’s 2021 release, “Dutchman Vol. 3,” earned them two nominations for hometown hero awards: ‘Best EP’ and ‘Best Hard Rock Song’ for their track “Landslide.” These nominations confirm the testament of impact Dutchman’s music has made on their community and beyond.

Dutchman’s music is a powerful blend of passion, talent, and unyielding determination. Their voyage from a chance online ad to the global stage serves as inspiring evidence of the limitless possibilities that await those who pursue their dreams with unwavering commitment. As they continue to craft music that resonates with fans far and wide, Dutchman’s story is a reminder that even from the humblest of beginnings, greatness can emerge.

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Rusty Creek Looks Back on the Past with a Mixture of Sunniness and Sadness on “Lookin’ For Blue Skies”

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Rusty Creek Looks Back on the Past with a Mixture of Sunniness and Sadness on “Lookin’ For Blue Skies”

The forward march of time doesn’t always mean progress, and for that reason Vancouver-based roots band Rusty Creek looks back on the past with nostalgia in their new single “Lookin’ For Blue Skies” – available now.

Replete with banjo, fiddle, and a zany marching rhythm, “Lookin’ For Blue Skies” is accompanied by a music video full of people and animals having wholesome fun – swimming in pools and creeks, participating in parades, dancing, frolicking on the beach. While the song shimmies with the sound of sunny positivity, the lyrics contain a bit more of an ache:

In the old days, everybody had a house
And that house became a home
Yeah, in the old days, y’all had a home
And every dog had its bone

“This song is about growing up in Vancouver in the ’50s and early ’60s, but it could be any city,” the band said. “The song is about the past, but it also refers to what living in the same place today is like. Harkens back to a time when most families were nuclear and homelessness was less common.”

“Overall it’s a positive song,” they added, “as long as we look for blue skies to remind us of what we once had and but may have lost forever.”

Rusty Creek is a collection of lifelong musicians Alex Deeth, Peter Callaway, Lee Stephens, and Leonard Saidman who have all enjoyed a variety of success in the music industry since the 1960s. Their experience makes for a well-polished collection of roots music that you could hear at any pub from coast to coast. Their most recent album, The Road of Life, is full of songs that range from moods as varied as a stomping party to reflective storytelling. Their previous singles include “Bombs Away,” “White Sails,” “Hello, Old Friend,” “Kitchen Party,” and a bluesy cover of Elton John’s “Honky Cat.”

Dolly Parton And Linda Perry Unleash Electrifying Duet Of 4 Non Blondes’ ‘What’s Up?’

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Dolly Parton And Linda Perry Unleash Electrifying Duet Of 4 Non Blondes’ ‘What’s Up?’

Global icon and recent Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Dolly Parton, has joined forces with some of rock music’s most legendary artists along with today’s biggest stars for her first-ever Rock album, Rockstar, including Linda Perry for their 4 Non Blondes’ cover of “What’s Up?” The ever-evolving Parton teamed up with an all-star roster of musicians for the 30-song collection which includes 9 original tracks and 21 iconic rock anthems. Rockstar is available as a 4 LP set, 2 CD set, digital download and on all streaming services.

‘A Portrait of the Queen’ Box Set Compiles Early 1970s Albums From Aretha Franklin

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‘A Portrait of the Queen’ Box Set Compiles Early 1970s Albums From Aretha Franklin

Aretha Franklin was known the world over as the “Queen of Soul,” a distinction that will be honored in an upcoming box set featuring her musical catalog. Scheduled for release by BMG on December 1, A Portrait of the Queen – 1970-1974 compiles the noteworthy music of this celebrated singer-songwriter from the early 1970s.

Five classic Aretha albums presenting an early-’70s portrait of the Queen! Also includes a sixth bonus LP of session alternates, outtakes and demos. The original albums were remastered from the analog master tapes by Grammy Award-winning engineer Chris Bellman at Bernie Grundman Mastering. Produced by Grammy Award-winner Cheryl Pawelski with liner notes from Billboard’s Gail Mitchell and British Ambassador of Soul, David Nathan.

Includes the hit Young, Gifted and Black, released in 1972, which hit #2 on Billboard’s R&B albums survey and #11 on the Billboard Top 200 as well as being certified GOLD. Aretha won the 1972 Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance and the album ranked at number 388 on Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums of All Time.

Also includes This Girl’s In Love With You which features the first commercial release of “Let It Be,” and came out two months ahead of The Beatles. Both this album and Spirit In The Dark feature the Muscle Shoals Rhythm section and an appearance by Duane Allman. Along with production on both from Jerry Wexler, Tom Dowd and Arif Mardin.

Track Listings
Disc: 1
1 Son of a Preacher Man
2 Share Your Love With Me
3 Dark End of the Street
4 Let It Be
5 Eleanor Rigby
6 This Girl’s in Love With You
7 It Ain’t Fair
8 The Weight
9 Call Me
10 Sit Down and Cry
11 The Fool on the Hill (This Girl’s in Love with You Outtake)
12 Pledging My Love / The Clock (2018 Mono Remaster)
13 You Keep Me Hangin’ On (This Girl’s in Love with You / Spiri
14 I’m Trying to Overcome (This Girl’s in Love with You / Spiri
15 Are You Leaving Me (Demo)
Disc: 2
1 Don’t Play That Song
2 The Thrill Is Gone (From Yesterday’s Kiss)
3 Pullin’
4 You and Me
5 Honest I Do
6 Spirit in the Dark
7 When the Battle Is Over
8 One Way Ticket
9 Try Matty’s
10 That’s All I Want From You
11 Oh No Not My Baby
12 Why I Sing the Blues
13 You’re Taking up Another Man’s Place (Spirit in the Dark Out
14 My Way (Spirit in the Dark Outtake)
15 Bridge Over Troubled Water (Long Version)
Disc: 3
1 A Brand New Me
2 April Fools
3 I’ve Been Loving You Too Long
4 First Snow in Kokomo
5 The Long and Winding Road
6 Didn’t I (Blow Your Mind This Time)
7 Border Song (Holy Moses)
8 Young, Gifted and Black
9 All the King’s Horses
10 Rock Steady
11 Day Dreaming
12 Oh Me Oh My (I’m a Fool for You Baby)
13 My Cup Runneth Over (Young, Gifted and Black Outtake)
14 You’re All I Need to Get By (Take 2)
15 Lean on Me
16 Heavenly Father (Young, Gifted and Black Outtake)
17 Spanish Harlem (Alternate Mix)
Disc: 4
1 Hey Now Hey (The Other Side of the Sky)
2 Somewhere
3 So Swell When You’re Well
4 Angel
5 Sister From Texas
6 Mister Spain
7 That’s the Way I Feel About Cha
8 Moody’s Mood
9 Just Right Tonight
10 Master of Eyes (The Deepness of Your Eyes)
11 Sweetest Smile and the Funkiest Style (Hey Now Hey The Other
12 The Boy from Bombay
13 This Is (Hey Now Hey The Other Side of the Sky Outtake)
14 Tree of Life (Hey Now Hey The Other Side of the Sky Outtake)
15 Do You Know (Hey Now Hey The Other Side of the Sky Outtake)
16 Can You Love Again (Hey Now Hey The Other Side of the Sky Ou
17 I Want to Be With You (Hey Now Hey The Other Side of the Sky
Disc: 5
1 Let Me in Your Life
2 Every Natural Thing
3 Ain’t Nothing Like the Real Thing
4 I’m in Love
5 Until You Come Back to Me (That’s What I’m Gonna Do)
6 The Masquerade Is Over
7 With Pen in Hand
8 Oh Baby
9 Eight Days on the Road
10 If You Don’t Think
11 A Song for You
12 Suzanne (Hey Now Hey The Other Side of the Sky Outtake)
13 The Happy Blues (Let Me in Your Life Outtake)
14 At Last (Let Me in Your Life Outtake)
15 Love Letters (Let Me in Your Life Outtake)
16 Til It’s Over (Demo)

Paris. Bursts Onto The Scene With Smooth New Single “IDK”

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Paris. Bursts Onto The Scene With Smooth New Single “IDK”

22-year-old rising hip-hop/R&B star from Burnaby, British Columbia – officially releases his new single “IDK” today. This is the second single to release from the Filipino-Canadian artist via Universal Music Canada,

Making waves with his first single “Ice Spice” and earning a spot as one of Spotify’s top 50 Canadian artists to watch on their RADAR Canada playlist, PARIS. continues his momentum with the new single “IDK.” The rising artist serenades a prospective partner with contemplative lyrics over a smooth beat, singing, “What would I do without you?” before getting into all that he finds intriguing about her in the catchy chorus. “Is it her lips or hips, or ‘cause she got a gangster vibe? I don’t know, I don’t know, I don’t know.”

The song, co-written and produced by QESTN, speaks directly to the chase of early love. “IDK” explores this topic by describing a lustful and confusing relationship between two people. PARIS. speaks on wanting the it girl and how he is in a constant chase with her. He can’t come to a solid conclusion as to why he’s chasing her, which leaves him in a cycle of lust. “This is the girl that everybody wants and knows, but not everyone can get,” adds PARIS.

Synergizing R&B and Hip-Hop in his own charismatic way, PARIS. has always been drawn to the impulse of trying new things. “I don’t worry too much about the future, I’m always ready to go,” he says on his quick-minded approach to music and life. From spending his childhood moving in-and-out of various impoverished spaces in Canada, to grounding himself through the discovery of music, basketball, and his eventual BC-based community, PARIS. has always been drivenby the idea of moving forward regardless of the circumstances at hand.

A current star on the rise with upcoming single “IDK” set to be released on October 19, PARIS. continues to garner media and audience-related hype across the country. Being recently featured in Canadian outlet 6ixBuzzTV, alongside performing at venues like the Safe and Sound Festival, watch for more as he continues to establish himself as one of 2023’s up and coming artists.

Having only begun his musical journey a couple of years ago, PARIS.’ trajectory is looking bright, with his first two singles cementing him as one of Canada’s most exciting artists to keep your eyes on. Stay tuned for more new music from PARIS. in the coming months.

U2 Adds More 2024 Dates to Sphere Engagement in Las Vegas

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U2 Adds More 2024 Dates to Sphere Engagement in Las Vegas

Following the record-setting, unprecedented launch of U2’s globally-acclaimed U2:UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere, Sphere Entertainment Co. and Live Nation today announced that an additional 11 dates have been added for January and February 2024. The announcement comes after the first 9 sold-out shows to meet the overwhelming demand for U2:UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere, a first-of-its-kind live music experience that ushers in a new era of live entertainment with the world’s biggest rock band, U2, in the world’s most cutting-edge venue, Sphere.

The news follows U2’s new track “Atomic City” taking the top spot on Billboard’s Alternative Digital Song Sales Chart, marking their first No. 1 and fifth Top 10 on this chart. The track has also landed in the top 5 at Triple A radio and is climbing.

U2:UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere marks U2’s first live outing in four years and Sphere will be the only place fans can see this show, now with 36 total dates running through February 18, 2024. Bono, The Edge and Adam Clayton will once again be joined onstage by Bram van den Berg, sitting in on drums for Larry Mullen Jr.

The following 11 dates were announced today, including two can’t miss shows kicking off Super Bowl Weekend as the hottest ticket in town:

 

FRIDAY, JANUARY 26
SATURDAY, JANUARY 27
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18

U2.COM PRESALE:

All U2.com paid subscribers are eligible to submit a ticket request for the eleven (11) newly added shows, even if they have requested or secured tickets for previously announced dates. The presale opens Thursday, October 19 at 10am PT and closes Saturday, October 21 at 10pm PT. Ticket confirmations will be sent out by the evening of Tuesday, October 24.

GENERAL ONSALE: Tickets will be available during a general onsale starting Wednesday, October 25 at 11am PT at Ticketmaster.com. On sale times may vary, check the Ticketmaster listing for more information.

DETAILS ON GENERAL ADMISSION FLOOR TICKETS: In an effort to help minimize resale and keep ticket prices at face value for fans, GA floor tickets for ‘U2:UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere ‘will be restricted from transfer. They may only be resold at the original purchase price.

Fans will still have protection against unforeseen circumstances. Those who purchase tickets and are no longer able to attend their show will be able to sell their tickets at the price they paid using the Ticketmaster Face Value Exchange. More information on how the Ticketmaster Exchange works is available here.

RED ZONE: At each ‘U2:UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere’ performance, 50 tickets to experience the show from an exclusive VIP riser will be made available for purchase benefitting (RED), the organization founded by Bono and Bobby Shriver in 2006 to fight AIDS and the injustices that enable pandemics to thrive.

“We’re so grateful once again to U2 for their generosity. And we’re very excited that each ‘U2:UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere’ performance will feature an iconic (RED) Zone, which lets fans choose (RED) and save lives while enjoying the show with an excellent view of the stage”, said Jennifer Lotito, President and COO of (RED). “Over the years, U2’s generosity has delivered nearly $23 million for (RED)’s fight to end AIDS. Thanks to U2 and U2 fans everywhere for helping (RED) make preventable and treatable disease preventable and treatable for everyone.”

VIP: Vibee, the music-led destination experience company founded by Live Nation, continues its partnership as the exclusive Hotel Package and VIP Experience provider for the extended run of ‘U2:UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere’ shows. Vibee hospitality packages include premium concert seating with priority entry to Sphere and hotel rooms at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, the only resort attached to Sphere. The Premium VIP package includes limited edition U2 memorabilia, luxury airport shuttle service, access to Tao group nightclubs, and more. Zoo Station, the immersive U2 installation and pop-up shop at The Venetian will also extend, including the Zoo TV Cinema curated by The Edge and powered by Dolby Atmos. Vibee package holders receive front of the line access to Zoo Station and VIP package holders receive complimentary access to a Zoo TV Cinema screening plus access to private pre-show VIP shopping windows. Vibee VIP & Hotel Packages for the new dates are on sale now at https://u2.vibee.com/.

The complete list of dates for U2:UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere is:

2023

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 1
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16
 
2024
FRIDAY, JANUARY 26
SATURDAY, JANUARY 27
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18

Acknowledged as the best live act in the world, U2 have always – since their earliest days, including the industry-defining ZOO TV Tour which broke the mold in 1991 – consistently pushed the boundaries of live performance, with ground-breaking stage shows that embrace the latest in technology and innovation. The announcement that the band will be the first musical act at Sphere, the next-generation entertainment medium that dominates the Las Vegas skyline, is fitting for a show from the world’s most thrilling live band.

Formed in Dublin in 1978, the band were marked out by their drive and ambition from the beginning. U2 has toured the globe countless times, released 14 studio albums, sold over 170 million albums and won numerous awards, including 22 Grammys and Amnesty International’s Ambassador of Conscience award. U2 were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2005 and have twice been nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song: in 2003 for ‘The Hands That Built America’ for Gangs of New York, and in 2014 for ‘Ordinary Love’ for Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom. U2’s fourteenth studio album Songs Of Experience – the companion release to 2014’s Songs Of Innocence – was released in December 2017 debuting at #1 on the Billboard 200, setting U2 apart as the only band in history to have topped the chart in four successive decades. In 2018, the U2 hit the road with the eXPERIENCE + iNNOCENCE Tour, an arena production which saw the band continue to push the creative boundaries of technology and engineering. And following 2017’s acclaimed stadium run with The Joshua Tree Tour – the record-breaking smash hit tour celebrating the band’s seminal 1987 album The Joshua Tree – The Joshua Tree Tour took U2 to New Zealand, Australia, and Japan, as well as bring “the biggest band in the world” (The Guardian) to Singapore, Seoul, Manila and Mumbai for the very first time. In November 2019, the band released a track in collaboration with A.R. Rahman titled ‘Ahimsa’, which was performed live at Mumbai’s, D.Y. Patil Stadium. In 2020, SiriusXM and U2 announced the launch of U2 X-Radio, a complete immersion into the work and influences of the band from the Northside of Dublin, all curated by U2. Songs Of Surrender – a collection of 40 seminal U2 songs from across the band’s catalogue, re-recorded and reimagined for 2023 in sessions spanning the last two years – was released on Friday March 17th this year, topping the album charts around the world including the UK and Ireland. On September 29 of this year, U2 lit up Las Vegas and once again pushed the boundaries of live performance as they kicked off their groundbreaking U2:UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere shows launching the world’s most state-of-the-art venue, Sphere.

U2:UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere is the band’s latest ambitious creative project and will see them work once again with longtime U2 creative collaborator and show director Willie Williams, as well as artists including Es Devlin, John Gerrard and Marco Brambilla. The critically-acclaimed show will run for a total of 36 dates until February 18, 2024.

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Eric Alper is a 6-time nominee for Publicist of the Year during Canadian Music Week and has overseen the publicity campaigns for over 183 JUNO Award-nominated albums (and 16 in 2025), 45 Grammy-nominated albums, including 47 JUNO Award, 58 Canadian Folk Music Award, 126 Maple Blues Award-winning albums and is also truly honoured to work with some of the biggest and most important artists of our time.

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