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Matteo Bocelli Announces Fall Tour

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Today, rising pop star Matteo Bocelli announced his upcoming fall tour, A Night With Matteo: The Americas 2024. The tour will see Bocelli perform at 19 venues across North and South America, including the Metropolitan in Mexico City, Vivo Rio in Rio de Janeiro, The Town Hall in New York City, the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Toronto, The Fillmore Detroit, and The Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles. The tour will kick off on September 30 in Monterrey, Mexico and conclude on December 21 in Los Angeles.

Last year, Bocelli released his critically acclaimed debut album, Matteo. The album features a mix of songs in English and Italian and includes writing credits from some of the music industry’s finest, including Ed & Matthew Sheeran, PARISI (Ed Sheeran, Fred Again), Jesse Shatkin (Miley Cyrus, Sia, Kelly Clarkson) and Stuart Crichton (Kesha, Backstreet Boys, Louis Tomlinson).

Earlier this year, Matteo and his father, renowned tenor Andrea Bocelli, wowed the star-studded Hollywood audience with a surprise performance at the 96th Academy Awards for a very special rendition of ā€œTime To Say Goodbye.ā€ Matteo was also previously featured on the deluxe edition of A Family Christmas, the Bocelli family’s first album together and the best-selling new Christmas album of 2022, and starred in GUESS’ 2023 Global Holiday Campaign, which was shot in Bocelli’s home country of Italy.

A NIGHT WITH MATTEO: THE AMERICAS 2024 TOUR DATES
Monday, September 30 – Monterrey, Mexico – ShowCenter
Tuesday, October 1 – Mexico City, MX – Metropolitan
Thursday, October 3 – Bogota, Columbia – Teatro Jorge Eliecer Gaitan
Sunday, October 6 – Santiago, Chile – Movistar Arena
Tuesday, October 8 – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – Vivo Rio
Wednesday, October 9 – Sao Paulo, Brazil – Sala Sao Paulo
Friday, November 29 – Red Bank, NJ – Count Basie Center for the Arts
Saturday, November 30 – Atlantic City, NJ – Sound Waves
Monday, December 2 – New York, NY – The Town Hall
Thursday, December 5 – Toronto, ON – Queen Elizabeth Theatre
Saturday, December 7 – Munhall, PA – Carnegie of Homestead Music Hall
Sunday, December 8 – Northfield, OH – MGM Northfield Park
Tuesday, December 10 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore Detroit
Thursday, December 12 – Carmel, IN – The Center for the Performing Arts – The Palladium
Sunday, December 15 – Seattle, WA – Moore Theatre
Monday, December 16 – Portland, OR – Newmark Theatre
Wednesday, December 18 – San Francisco, CA – Palace of Fine Arts Theatre
Friday, December 20 – Palm Desert, CA – McCallum Theatre
Saturday, December 21 – Los Angeles, CA – The Orpheum Theatre

Cyndi Lauper Announces 2024 ‘Girls Just Wanna Have Fun’ Farewell Tour

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Today, Cyndi Lauper has announced the Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour. Produced by Live Nation, the 23-city headlining tour – Lauper’s first major run in a decade – begins on October 18th at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC, making stops across North America in her hometown of New York City at the iconic Madison Square Garden, plus Boston, Nashville, Los Angeles, and more before wrapping up in Chicago, IL at United Center on December 5th. Throughout the tour, Lauper will be joined by special guests to be revealed at a later date.

Cyndi Lauper is a Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Award-winning songwriter and performing artist with global record sales in excess of 50 million. Her iconic voice, influential punk glamor, and infectious live shows have catapulted her to stardom. Lauper won the Grammy Award for Best New Artist with her first album, She’s So Unusual, and became the first woman in history to have four top-five singles from a debut album including her anthem ā€œGirls Just Want To Have Fun.ā€ Lauper has released ten additional studio albums, featuring classics like ā€œTime After Timeā€ and ā€œTrue Colors,ā€ and is a Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee and NY Times best-selling author. In 2013, Lauper became the first solo woman to win Best Original Score (music and lyrics) for Kinky Boots. She is also tireless in her advocacy work. She has been an activist since day one, always fighting for the underdog – especially women, people living with HIV/AIDS, and the LGBTQ community.
The announcement of her farewell tour arrives alongside LET THE CANARY SING, a feature-length documentary film that explores Lauper’s extraordinary life and career. The documentary will premiere exclusively on Paramount+ in the U.S. and Canada on Tuesday, June 4. In celebration of the tour and the film, Lauper will be honored with an imprint ceremony at the prestigious TCL Chinese Theatre Hollywood tomorrow (June 4) in Los Angeles. A special private screening of the film at the TCL Chinese Theatre will follow that evening, along with a Q&A.

Lauper will also be a guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live! this Wednesday, June 5 (ABC, 11:35PM ET/10:35PM CT), to talk about her farewell tour and LET THE CANARY SING. She was also just profiled by CBS Sunday Morning.

Directed by EmmyĀ® Award-winning documentarian Alison Ellwood, LET THE CANARY SING made its world premiere at the 2023 Tribeca Festival. Produced by Fine Point Films and Sony Music Entertainment in association with Concord Originals, the film chronicles Lauper’s meteoric ascent to stardom and her profound impact on generations through her music, ever-evolving punk style, unwavering feminism and tireless advocacy. The documentary takes the audience on an engaging exploration of a renowned and pioneering artist who has left a remarkable legacy with her art.

Legacy Recordings, the catalog division of Sony Music Entertainment, has released a companion product to the documentary of the same name. The LET THE CANARY SINGcompanion album is a career-spanning collection that follows Lauper’s career. The album is available now on vinyl and as a digital expanded edition here.

Cyndi Lauper’s Farewell Tour is directed by Brian Burke and produced and designed in partnership with BrianBurkeCreative and DX7 Design.

GIRLS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN FAREWELL TOUR DATES:
Fri Oct 18 | Montreal, QC | Bell Centre
Sun Oct 20 | Toronto, ON | Scotiabank Arena
Thu Oct 24 | Detroit, MI | Fox Theatre
Sat Oct 26 | Boston, MA | MGM Music Hall at Fenway
Sun Oct 27 | Washington, DC | Capital One Arena
Wed Oct 30 | New York, NY | Madison Square Garden
Fri Nov 01 | Nashville, TN | Bridgestone Arena
Sun Nov 03 | Columbus, OH | Schottenstein Center
Wed Nov 06 | Tampa, FL | Amalie Arena
Fri Nov 08 | Hollywood, FL | Hard Rock Hollywood
Sun Nov 10 | Atlanta, GA | State Farm Arena
Tue Nov 12 | Dallas, TX | American Airlines Center
Thu Nov 14 | Austin, TX | Moody Center
Sat Nov 16 | Houston, TX | Toyota Center
Tue Nov 19 | Phoenix, AZ | Footprint Center
Wed Nov 20 | San Diego, CA | Viejas Arena
Sat Nov 23 | Los Angeles, CA | Intuit Dome
Sun Nov 24 | Palm Desert, CA | Acrisure Arena
Tue Nov 26 | San Francisco, CA | Chase Center
Sat Nov 30 | Portland, OR | Moda Center
Sun Dec 01 | Seattle, WA | Climate Pledge Arena
Wed Dec 04 | Minneapolis, MN | Target Center
Thu Dec 05 | Chicago, IL | United Center

The World Is a Ghetto: 50th Anniversary Collector’s Edition & Greatest Hits Two New Releases From The Iconic WAR

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In 1973, the best-selling album in America was The World Is a Ghetto by WAR, and to continue the 50th anniversary celebrations of this iconic record, The World Is A Ghetto: 50th Anniversary Collector’s Edition will be released as a 4CD and digital set, complementing the limited-edition, widely-acclaimed 5LP version from November 2023’s Record Store Day. In addition, the original 1976 Greatest Hits package containing tracks from The World Is a Ghetto and more will be available on CD and vinyl.

Both will be released via Rhino on July 19th, and are available for pre-order now here.

The World Is A Ghetto: 50th Anniversary Collector’s Edition was curated by WAR’s producer, Jerry Goldstein, founding member Lonnie Jordan, and Jeremy Levine. It includes the recently remastered original album, as well as six bonus tracks and ā€œthe making ofā€ recordings, which trace the in-studio evolution of each of the six original album tracks from the first note to the master take. All were first released on the vinyl box set, and this marks the first time they will be on CD and streaming platforms. Read more about the project in Goldmine Magazine’s Spring 2024 Cover Story, featuring Jerry Goldstein and Lonnie Jordan.

The Greatest Hits brings together WAR’s classic collection of tracks, including universal favorites ā€œWhy Can’t We Be Friends,ā€ ā€œLow Rider,ā€ and ā€œCisco Kid,ā€ as well as beloved deep cuts like ā€œGypsy Manā€ and ā€œSouthern Part of Texas,ā€ which demonstrate the breadth, fusion, and originality of the band’s sound and influences. It will be released on CD and vinyl, and fans can learn more about the creation of ā€œLow Riderā€ in WAR’s recent episode of Song Exploder.

The World Is A Ghetto: 50th Anniversary Collector’s Edition’s six bonus tracks were recorded during the sessions for the album and include original jams that later developed into future WAR songs. For example, versions of ā€œWar Is Comingā€ and ā€œL.A. Sunshineā€ that would appear on Platinum Jazz in 1977. The liner notes were done by Goldstein and Lonnie Jordan (lead singer and founding member), and share insights into the ā€œmaking ofā€ recordings introduced in the set. Goldstein states these tracks show the songs taking shape in the studio. ā€œThe nice part about all these ā€˜making of’ tracks is that the final take of all of these tracks is the actual final master that we used in The World Is A Ghetto, without edits, without overdubs, just raw.ā€ Jordan cleverly adds, ā€œThen we turned it around…R-A-W to W-A-R.ā€

In 1972, The World Is a Ghetto soared to the top of the Billboard album and R&B charts, becoming Billboard’s No. 1 Album of the Year for 1973, generating two gold singles, including the title track and ā€œThe Cisco Kid,ā€ which shipped gold and remains WAR’s highest-charting song on the Billboard Hot 100. This album also marked the beginning of an extended period of creative and commercial triumph for WAR, boasting more than 20 gold, platinum and multi-platinum records throughout their remarkable career.

Today, WAR’s music provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration for R&B and hip-hop artists. Samples from four of the six songs on The World Is A Ghetto have appeared on tracks by artists like A$AP Mob, Geto Boys, Janet Jackson, and a hip-hop supergroup featuring Method Man, Redman, and Cypress Hill.

WAR continues to tour, and their first UK show in 16 years will take place June 21st, as part of Chaka Khan’s Meltdown at the Royal Festival Hall. Tickets are available here, and the rest of WAR’s upcoming performances for this year’s The World Is a Ghetto 50th Anniversary Tour are on-sale at war.com/tour.

THE WORLD IS A GHETTO: 50TH ANNIVERSARY COLLECTOR’S EDITION
5-LP Track Listing

LP One: Original Album

Side One
ā€œThe Cisco Kidā€
ā€œCity, Country, Cityā€
ā€œFour-Cornered Roomā€

Side Two
ā€œWhere Was You At?ā€
ā€œBeetles In The Bogā€
ā€œThe World Is A Ghettoā€

LP Two: Bonus Tracks

Side One
ā€œL.A. Sunshineā€ – Original Jam*
ā€œWar Is Comingā€ – Original Jam*

Side Two
ā€œLonnie’s Wednesday Night Jamā€*
ā€œLee’s Latin Jamā€*
ā€œBlues For Papa Deeā€*
ā€œThis Is My Song Milton Jamesā€*

LP Three: Making of the Tracks

Side One

The Making Of ā€œThe Cisco Kidā€

Side Two
The Making Of ā€œWhere Was You At?ā€*

LP Four: Making of the Tracks

Side One
The Making Of ā€œCity, Country Cityā€*

Side Two
The Making Of ā€œFour-Cornered Roomā€*

LP Five: Making of the Tracks
Side One
The Making Of ā€œThe World Is A Ghettoā€*

Side Two
The Making Of ā€œBeetles In The Bogā€*
*previously only released on 5-LP set

WAR – GREATEST HITS
Side 1
All Day Music
Slippin’ Into Darkness
The World Is A Ghetto
The Cisco Kid
Gypsy Man

Side 2
Me And Baby Brother
Southern Part Of Texas
Why Can’t We Be Friends ?
Low Rider
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Paisley Park’s Prince Celebration 2024 To Feature The Revolution, Morris Day, New Power Generation, And More

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Celebration, the annualĀ gathering of Prince fans (or ā€œfams,ā€ as he called them), is returning toĀ Paisley ParkĀ and venues throughout Minneapolis onĀ June 20-24, 2024. Celebration 2024 coincides with theĀ 40th anniversary ofĀ Purple Rain, and will featureĀ Purple Rain-themed programming throughout the weekend. In partnership withĀ First Avenue, Paisley Park presentsĀ The Revolution – Wendy, Lisa, Bobby Z, Brownmark, and Dr. Fink – performing in honor of the 40th anniversary ofĀ Purple Rain. The historic concerts will take place at the legendary First Avenue in Minneapolis on Friday, June 21, and Saturday, June 22 during Celebration.Ā Morris Day (Prince’s on-screenĀ Purple RainĀ nemesis), New Power Generation, and many more are set to perform during the festivities.

ā€œWe are excited to have the Revolution return to Minneapolis to celebrate Prince and the 40th Anniversary ofĀ Purple Rain! Along with Morris Day, we will celebrate Prince and his iconic history! Join us and Let’s Go Crazy!,ā€Ā said Bobby Z, Drummer of The Revolution.

L Londell McMillanĀ added, ā€œWe continue to celebrate the enduring legacy of one of the greatest works ever created,Ā Purple Rain, 40 years later. Celebration 2024 marks the beginning of a year-long series of events honoring Prince and his magnum opus.ā€

The weekend will be jam-packed with exciting activities, such as an all-day block party in downtown Minneapolis on Saturday, June 22nd. There will also be conversations and themed panels, DJ dance parties, screenings of HD films from theĀ Purple RainĀ era, and additional surprises to come. The celebration will maintain its tradition of spotlighting emerging talent through the New Artist Showcases, in line with Prince’s vision of nurturing new and young artists.

Guests who purchase VIP tickets will be treated to extra special experiences, including a VIP boat cruise on Lake Minnetonka, exclusive tours of new exhibits, VIP lounge access and more.

For the latest information on ticketing and programming, please visit: https://www.paisleypark.com/celebration-2024

Ā Limited day packages and single concert tickets are structured as follows:

Friday – Day Package

Concert Footage & Panel Session at State Theater

Purple RainĀ Movie in High Definition at State Theater

Saturday – Day Package

Concert Footage & Panel Session at State Theater

Broadway Musical Presentation at State Theater

Friday and Saturday – 2-Day Package

Concert Footage & Panel Session at State Theater

Purple RainĀ Movie in High Definition at State Theater

Broadway Musical Presentation at State Theater

Friday – Evening Concert Single Tickets

Revolution Concert at First Ave

Saturday – Evening Concert Single Tickets

Morris Day, NPG, and Special Guest Concert

Celebration is an annual gathering of Prince fans (or ā€œfams,ā€ as he called them) that launched under Prince’s direction in 2017 (initially inspired by a weeklong party Prince hosted in 2000 for his 42nd birthday). Prince’s collaborators, fans, and industry legends alike continue to gather each year to honor his memory and share stories about the trailblazing creative artist.

Paisley Park is Prince’s private estate, an active museum, recording studio, and concert venue in Chanhassen, MN. The museum is open for public tours, giving fans of the music icon the unprecedented opportunity to tour the legendary, 65,000-square-foot complex that served as the center of Prince’s creative universe. Guided tours lead visitors through the magical spaces of Paisley Park, including studios where Prince recorded, produced and mixed many of his biggest hits; exhibit spaces that chronicle films like the global hitĀ Purple Rain; Prince’s private NPG Music Club; and a massive soundstage and concert hall where Prince rehearsed for concert tours and held exclusive events and concerts. For more information, visit PaisleyPark.com.

Live Music Market Size Is Set To Grow By $35.56 Billion From 2024-2028

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The globalĀ live music marketĀ size is estimated to grow byĀ USD 35.56 million from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 17.38%Ā  during the forecast period. Growing demand for live music experiences is driving market growth, with a trend towards rise in adoption of virtual and hybrid live music experiences. However, privacy and security concerns over online ticket booking platforms poses a challenge. Key market players include Alliance Tickets, Bassett Events Inc., Coast To Coast Tickets LLC, CTS Eventim AG and Co. KGaA, Eventbee Inc., Eventbrite Inc., Event.com Inc., Live Nation Entertainment Inc., Lyte Inc., SeatGeek Inc., Sunrise Records Ltd., The Ticketline Network Ltd., Ticket City Inc., TicketNetwork Inc., TickPick LLC, TiqIQ LLC, TodayTix Inc., Viagogo Entertainment Inc., Vivendi SE, and Vivid Seats Inc..

The live music market has experienced a notable increase in the utilization of virtual and hybrid events. Due to technological advancements and the impact of COVID-19, artists and organizers have adopted innovative approaches to deliver live music experiences to a global audience. Virtual and hybrid events offer broader accessibility, enabling fans from around the world to participate.

They also provide opportunities for enhanced innovation and creativity, offering unique experiences and additional revenue streams for artists and organizers. Platforms like Mandolin and Veeps support this growth by offering tools and infrastructure for hosting virtual and hybrid events. These factors are expected to boost the adoption and growth of the live music market.

The live music market is thriving with various trends shaping the industry. Musicians use social media platforms to connect with fans and promote their events. Customers purchase tickets online for convenient access. Music festivals offer diverse genres, creating a unique experience for attendees. Venues invest in high-quality sound systems to enhance the live music experience.

Artists collaborate and create fusion music, adding to the trend. Audio technology advances, enabling virtual concerts and live streaming. The use of digital platforms has made live music more accessible and interactive than ever before. Overall, the live music market continues to evolve, providing endless opportunities for artists and fans alike.

Research report provides comprehensive data on impact of trend. For more details-Ā Download a Sample Report

In the expanding digital landscape, the live music market faces growing concerns over customer privacy due to increased phishing threats. Service providers collect customer data through cookies for targeted offerings, raising privacy issues. Location-based services also pose challenges due to the requirement of geo-information.

To assure customers, retailers invest in advanced security measures like Extended Validation Secure Sockets Layer. These efforts aim to secure financial information and mitigate phishing risks, ensuring a reliable and secure market environment.

The live music market faces several challenges in the production and delivery of musical experiences. These include technical issues such as sound quality and consistency, logistical concerns like transportation and setup, and artistic challenges like securing top talent and meeting audience expectations.

Additionally, the rise of digital streaming platforms has disrupted traditional revenue streams, forcing live music providers to adapt and innovate. Producers must balance the need for profitability with the desire to create memorable experiences for their audiences. The use of technology, strategic partnerships, and creative marketing can help overcome these challenges and keep the live music industry thriving.

Live music markets provide businesses with opportunities to engage customers through authentic and interactive experiences. These markets foster community building and customer connection, leading to increased sales and repeat business. By offering a diverse range of musical genres and artists, businesses can cater to various audience preferences and attract a wider customer base. Additionally, collaborating with local musicians and organizations can boost brand image and support local culture. Overall, live music markets serve as valuable platforms for businesses to create memorable experiences and strengthen customer relationships.

The live music market encompasses a diverse range of genres, including Blues, Pop, Rock, Metal, and Electronica, catering to the varying customer preferences worldwide. Mobile apps have emerged as a significant trend, enabling users to access information about concerts, artists, tours, and festivals with ease. DJs and musicians perform live at these events, providing a cornerstone of social interaction for like-minded individuals, particularly the younger generation.

Decades of tradition and livelihood depend on these music events, which continue to evolve with emerging trends and local special circumstances. Macroeconomic factors also impact the market, with virtual online platforms and holograms offering new opportunities for live performance in an increasingly digital world.

The Live Music Market encompasses various elements of the music industry, focusing on live performances. Musicians and bands engage audiences in concerts, festivals, and events, delivering unique experiences. Concerts can take place in venues such as arenas, theaters, and clubs. The market involves music production, sound engineering, and event management.

Musicians use instruments and amplifiers to create sounds, while audiences enjoy the experience through ticketing services. Merchandise sales, sponsorships, and streaming platforms also contribute to the market. Music genres span across rock, pop, electronic, country, and more, catering to diverse audiences. The market continues to evolve with technological advancements, offering virtual concerts and immersive experiences.

Wick and Glow Candle Company Inks Collaboration Deal with the Estate of Betty Wright

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Wick and Glow Candle Company, in association with Macadooā„¢, is pleased to announce a collaboration deal with the estate of the legendary singer/songwriter/entrepreneur Betty Wright, BWL Entertainment, LLC, and the Betty Wright Music Royalty brand to create the “Betty Wright Limited Candle Collection.”

This thoughtfully curated, 3-wick luxury scented candle collection reflects the alignment ofĀ Betty Wright’s incredible legacy as not only an artist, but as a black female entrepreneur through something she genuinely loved, scented candles.

Each scent blend was specifically chosen by Betty’s daughters Namphuyo Aisha,Ā Patrice Parker-Latimer, andĀ Asher TimmonsĀ to honor their mother and give her fans a deeper insight to who she was.

“Through her songs, the world got to share our mother’s passion for life, love, faith, and family,” says Namphuyo Aisha. “At home, she loved using candles and aromatherapy to help express her moods. With this signature candle collection based on some of her favorite scents, fans get to experienceĀ Betty WrightĀ beyond the music.”

Born Bessie Regina NorrisĀ inĀ Miami, FloridaĀ onĀ December 21, 1953, Wright was the youngest of seven children. She began her professional career at the age of two when her siblings formed the Gospel Group, Echoes of Joy. After performing all through her young life, she released her first solo album,Ā My First Time Around, when she was age 14. Her first hit single was “Girls Can’t Do What the Guys Do” In 1970 at the age of 16 she released “Pure Love” while in high school. At 17, she released her highest charting hit on the Billboard Hot 100, “Clean Up Woman” which peaked at number 6. This led to a career encompassing dozens of hits on the R&B, Disco, and Pop charts. Visit BettyWrightOfficial.com for a complete discography. Betty also had a track record of discovering and mentoring other artists such asĀ George and Gwen McCrae. She collaborated with many top artists likeĀ Gloria Estefan, Snoop Dogg,Ā Joss Stone,Ā Tom Jones, andĀ Lil Wayne. Several of Wright’s works have been sampled over the years by hip hop, rock, and R&B musicians. Betty passed away in May of 2020, leaving behind a rich musical legacy that endures to this day.

The collaboration with Wick and Glow Candle Company, a black-owned, female-led home fragrance brand based inĀ New Jersey, is a natural fit given Wright’s natural entrepreneurial spirit.

“Betty represented empowerment, ownership and strength,” saidĀ Brandi H. Munden, CEO and Co-Owner of Wick and Glow Candle Company. “We feel a very deep synergy with the values she held dear and are honored to create these candles and introduce the world to another aspect of who Betty was, a candle lover.”

The Betty Wright Limited Candle Collection is available for pre-order now by going toĀ bettywrightofficial.comĀ andĀ www.wickandglow.com. Orders start shippingĀ June 24, 2024.

 

StubHub’s 2024 Summer Tour Preview: Live Music’s Global Reach Soars As More Fans Travel Abroad for Shows

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With summer effectively underway,Ā StubHubĀ is pleased to share its annualĀ Summer Tour Preview,Ā showcasing the season’s most in-demand tours, concert events, and other trends. This summer, live concerts have become a global phenomenon, with ticket buyers from 195 countries on StubHub, showcasing the widest-ever global reach on StubHub in one summer. And more of those fans are traveling for these novel experiences: three times more U.S. fans are traveling internationally for concerts and festivals this summer on StubHub, compared to last summer, and a 42% uptick in international concert fans coming to the U.S. for events.

Key highlights include:

  • Global Concert Appeal:Ā U.S. buyers are traveling to more than 53 countries for the events they’re experiencing abroad this summer
  • Newcomers Join the Lineup:Ā NewcomersĀ Olivia RodrigoĀ andĀ Zach BryanĀ make a list that has five acts returning from last year for an encore appearance:Ā Taylor Swift, Coldplay,Ā Morgan Wallen,Ā Bruce SpringsteenĀ and P!NK
  • Female Artists Make An Impression:Ā Each of theĀ three female artists in the top 10 list this summer is driving over twice the sales on average than their male counterparts and generating 150% more sales per show, on average, than the seven male acts

“The global reach of live music is the widest we’ve seen in any given summer season on StubHub, with ticket buyers coming from 195 countries,” saidĀ Adam Budelli, spokesperson for StubHub. “Americans traveling to international concerts and festivals is up threefold over last summer, while we’re also seeing 42% growth in the number of international fans coming to the U.S.”

StubHub’s Top 10 Global Touring Artists of Summer 2024

  1. Taylor SwiftĀ (37 events this summer)
  2. ColdplayĀ (25 events this summer)
  3. The Rolling StonesĀ (13 events this summer)
  4. Zach BryanĀ (31 events this summer)
  5. Olivia RodrigoĀ (33 events this summer)
  6. Morgan WallenĀ (20 events this summer)
  7. Bruce SpringsteenĀ (23 events this summer)
  8. Foo FightersĀ (20 events this summer)
  9. Chris StapletonĀ (23 events this summer)
  10. P!nkĀ (23 events this summer)

*Ranked by cumulative global concert sales this summer on StubHub and viagogo as ofĀ June 3, 2024Ā for events taking place from Memorial Day (May 27th) through Labor Day (September 2nd) 2024.

Top Artists for International Buyers Traveling to the U.S. this Summer
International buyers are flocking to see these top acts in the U.S.:

  1. Chris Stapleton
  2. Zach Bryan
  3. The Rolling Stones
  4. The Killers
  5. Foo Fighters
  6. Billy Joel
  7. Kenny Chesney
  8. Metallica
  9. Adele
  10. IU

*Ranked by artists with the highest number of tickets sold for their U.S. only events to buyers outside of the U.S. on StubHub North America and viagogo as ofĀ June 3, 2024Ā for events taking place from Memorial Day (May 27th) through Labor Day (September 2nd) 2024.

Green Day x Dickies Unveil New Co-Branded Collection to Celebrate 30 Years of Dookie

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Green Day, the globally loved iconic rock band, is excited to announce the launch of an all-new limited-edition capsule that celebrates the 30th anniversary of their groundbreaking album,Ā Dookie,Ā in partnership with the renowned workwear brand, Dickies. This powerful partnership merges Green Day’s rebellious spirit with Dickies’ legacy of quality work apparel, resulting in a collection that pays homage to everyday working men and women while pushing the boundaries of style.

“We’re super excited to be partnering up with Dickies for a really special collaboration this year.” Green Day shared, “We’ve all rocked Dickies as long as we can remember, so teaming up with them to honor 30 years of Dookie and 20 years of American Idiot is pretty rad!”

For decades, Green Day has electrified audiences worldwide with the band’s raw, energetic music, inspiring generations with their rebellious ethos and uncompromising attitude. Meanwhile, Dickies has been synonymous with durable, functional workwear, reflecting the resilience and dedication of the American worker. From classic workwear staples to bold, statement pieces, each item in the collection embodies the spirit of both brands, celebrating the intersection of music, fashion, and culture.

Formed in 1986 in Berkeley, CA, Green Day is one of the world’s best-selling bands of all time, with more than 75 million records sold worldwide and 10 billion cumulative audio/visual streams. The five-time Grammy Award-winning Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees released their breakout albumĀ DookieĀ in 1994,Ā which sold over 10 million and achieved 10x Platinum Diamond status, is widely credited with popularizing and reviving mainstream interest in punk rock, catapulting a career-long run of #1 hit singles.Ā Entertainment WeeklyĀ calls Green Day, “The most influential band of their generation,” whileĀ Rolling StoneĀ attests, “Green Day have inspired more young bands to start than any act this side of Kiss, and that doesn’t seem to be changing.” In 2004, Green Day released the rock operaĀ American IdiotĀ which captured the nation’s attention, selling more than 8 million copies in the U.S. alone and taking home the Grammy Award for Best Rock Album.Ā MojoĀ declared “It’s exhilarating stuff, the kind of record that sets new parameters as to what is possible from a punk rock’n’roll band in the 21st century.” In 2010, a stage adaptation ofĀ American IdiotĀ debuted on Broadway to critical and commercial acclaim.Ā  Released in 2020, Green Day’s thirteenth studio albumĀ Father Of All…Ā debuted at #1 onĀ Billboard’sĀ Album Sales Chart and #1 in both the U.K. andĀ Australia.Ā PitchforkĀ declared, “Green Day’s most fetching and youthful songs in ages. The trio sounds reinvigorated, more like hungry newcomers staking their claim.” InĀ July 2021, Green Day embarked on The Hella Mega Tour (w/ Fall Out Boy & Weezer). The global tour included 29 sold-out stadium gigs – including renowned venues like London Stadium andĀ Los Angeles’Ā Dodger Stadium. Their highly anticipated 14th studio albumĀ SaviorsĀ is out now. They’ll be embarking on a global stadium tour – The SaviorsĀ Tour – this summer.

To coincide with the milestone of 30 years ofĀ Dookie, the Green Day x Dickies collection includes a jacket, hoodie and tee featuring designs inspired by iconic imagery from the album. With the rebellious energy ofĀ Dookie, the collection seamlessly blends Green Day’s iconic style with Dickies’ heritage craftsmanship, embodying the essence of hard work and unapologetic authenticity.

“We are so excited to work with a band as legendary as Green Day as they celebrate Dookie’s 30th anniversary and their upcoming world tour,” said Dickies Director of Marketing,Ā Troy Kerr, “As a workwear brand organically adopted by so many, the partnership was a natural fit, aligning with our values and allowing us to develop a collection that celebrates both the band and the hard-working crew behind the scenes.”

Items from the capsule are now available on Green Day’sĀ websiteĀ and will be at select Urban Outfitters onĀ June 14Ā and as exclusiveĀ tourĀ merch beginningĀ July 29. Check out the collection in action and on the stage on Green Day’sĀ YouTube channel.

For more information and updates, please visitĀ https://www.dickies.com/green-day.

 

Thomas Dolby Announces Release of New Historical Novel “Prevailing Wind”

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Renowned musician and technology innovatorĀ Thomas DolbyĀ is set to release his highly anticipated novel, Prevailing Wind. This gripping historical fiction will be available onĀ June 25, 2024, marking Dolby’s significant foray into the literary world.

On the eve of WWI, the young Haskell brothers, Davey and Jacob, dream of escaping their impoverished lobsterman life inĀ Deer Isle, Maine. Their sailing skills attract the attention of the powerful New York Yacht Club, offering them a shot at glory in the prestigious America’s Cup race.

Their bond is tested as they both fall for Edith, a captivating Irish maid, and family loyalty is at stake. A near-fatal accident leaves one brother hospitalized and consumed by revenge, but a compassionate Latina nurse helps him heal. Meanwhile, millionaire yachtsmen harbor dark secrets, including a hidden concubine leading to blackmail and scandal.

As the heir to theĀ VanderbiltĀ railroad fortune grapples with his future, the Haskell brothers must navigate choices between love, family, and ambition. Can they overcome the trials that threaten to tear them apart, or will the winds of change leave them stranded in the past?

Thomas DolbyĀ is best known for his innovative contributions to music and technology. A five-time Grammy nominee, Dolby’s hit single “She Blinded Me with Science” became an iconic anthem of the 1980s. Beyond music, he has significantly impacted the tech industry, notably by creating the synthesizer used in billions of Nokia mobile phones. His memoir, The Speed of Sound, chronicles his journey through the music and tech industries and was well-received for its insightful storytelling.

Dolby has also contributed to the film industry, providing original music for productions byĀ George Lucas,Ā Steven Spielberg,Ā Barry LevinsonĀ andĀ Ken Russell. He has performed with musical legends such asĀ Stevie Wonder,Ā David Bowie, andĀ Roger Waters, and his technological innovations have left an indelible mark on the entertainment world.

Prevailing Wind will be available for purchase at local and major bookstores, including Barnes & Noble and Amazon, startingĀ June 25, 2024. Pre-orders are currently open onĀ Amazon.

Peter Dinklage Brings Spalding Gray’s Post-9/11 Love Letter to New York City to Life

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Renowned monologist Spalding Gray was 26 when he arrived in New York, beginning a love affair with the city that would last the remainder of his life. He wrote the following letter in 2001, the day after the World Trade Center towers were brought crashing to the ground.

To read it, Letters Live were joined by Peter Dinklage at Letters Live in New York, hosted at The Town Hall, Midtown Manhattan, on May 16th 2024.