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HEADLINE: Fallsview Casino Sets Summer Heat With Benny Sings And The “Generations Tour 2026” Featuring The Human League

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HEADLINE: Fallsview Casino Sets Summer Heat With Benny Sings And The “Generations Tour 2026” Featuring The Human League

From signature pop music sounds to romantic ballads to 80s hits and comedy gold, Fallsview Casino continues to add to its lineup of star-studded performances.  Starting with Benny Sings on June 6, multi-talented pop hitmaker. Next, Air Supply sets the stage June 26 and June 27 with their timeless music, then synth-pop sounds of the 80s return with The Human League with Very Special Guests Soft Cell & Alison Moyet: Generations Tour 2026 on July 2.  Shortly after on July 9, Seth Meyers: Live – one of the best in comedy and satire arrives! Tickets go on sale for all performances on Friday, January 23 at 10:00am through ticketmaster.ca.

“The entertainment line-up is absolutely incredible from the sway of Benny Sings to the harmonies of Air Supply. Then with the music of the 80s with The Human League to one of the most hilarious comedians with Seth Meyers – we have you covered for some of the best in entertainment this summer!” says Cathy Price, Vice President of Marketing & Resort Operations, Niagara Casinos.

On June 6, enjoy the music and groove of Benny Sings arriving at the Avalon Theatre, a prolific songwriter, multi-platinum awarded producer and artist from Amsterdam. Benny has made his name over a two-decade career as a singer, songwriter and producer, and has honed a signature sound while creating a colorful catalog of essential pop gems that have led to a loyal global following. Sings has been involved in various other creative projects including the animated Netflix series Carol & Tuesday. He also made his return with Beat Tape III in September 2025, the project marked his first release since his 2023 album Young Hearts.  Hits include “The Only One,” “The World,” “Young Hearts,” and many more.

On June 26 and June 27 fans can experience the music and harmony of  Air Supply at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino, who are well-known worldwide for their beautifully intimate and romantic 80s hits, as they celebrate more than 50 years of timeless music. Known for chart-topping classics like “Lost in Love,” “All Out of Love,” and “Making Love Out of Nothing at All,”. Graham and Russell express nothing but gratitude for their good fortune and the enduring support of their fans around the world. Graham says, “I’m grateful that I’ve had an incredible life so far and find it very fulfilling that our songs mean so much to people everywhere we travel. It’s also been wonderful to work with and meet so many great people and to have had such a long friendship with Russell that is the envy of so many!” Russell adds, “We are so grateful to have a legacy that we can be proud of and that our music has meant so much to so many for this long.”

On July 2, the quintessential sounds of the 80s arrive at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino with The Human League – pioneers of British synth-pop and one of the most influential electronic bands of all time. Formed in the early 1980s began with lead vocalist Philip Oakey who recruited new members Joanne Catherall and Susan Ann Sulley, whom he met over their love of dancing in Sheffield, England.  The group would help define the sound and style of the 80s, blending futuristic synthesizers with unforgettable pop melodies. Rising to global fame with their multi-platinum album Dare, The Human League delivered iconic hits including “Don’t You Want Me,” “Human” and “Fascination”.   Joining as special guests are Soft Cell known for hits such as “Tainted Love” & Alison Moyet known for hits such as “Is This Love?”.

Enjoy the hilarity of Seth Meyers on July 9 at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino, Emmy Award-winning writer and host of NBC’s Late Night with Seth Meyers. Meyers began with Saturday Night Live and served as head writer for nine seasons and Weekend Update anchor for eight. He has released two critically acclaimed stand-up specials to date, Lobby Baby (Netflix) and Seth Meyers: Dad Man Walking (HBO/Max.) In all, Meyers has garnered 33 Emmy nominations for his work in television. In addition to his onscreen success, Meyers is a New York Times bestselling author, having published his first picture book, I’m Not Scared, You’re Scared. He currently co-hosts two podcasts, Family Trips with the Meyers Brothers, alongside his brother Josh Meyers, and The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast, with Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer and Jorma Taccone. With career spanning stand-up, television, and live performances, Seth Meyers remains one of the most entertaining voices in comedy.

Show dates & performances
Benny Sings

Dates: Saturday, June 6, 2026
Showtime: 8:00pm
Venue: Avalon Theatre

Air Supply

Dates: June 26 and June 27, 2026
Showtimes: June 26: 9:00pm; June 27: 9:00pm
Venue: OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino

The Human League with Very Special Guests Soft Cell & Alison Moyet: Generations Tour 2026
Date: Thursday, July 2, 2026
Showtime: 7:30pm
Venue: OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino

Seth Meyers: Live
Date: Thursday, July 9, 2026
Showtime: 8:00pm
Venue: OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino

Tickets for all performances go on sale Friday, January 23 at 10:00am.

Production Underway on Season 2 of Acclaimed Arctic Comedy North of North for APTN, CBC and Netflix

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Production Underway on Season 2 of Acclaimed Arctic Comedy North of North for APTN, CBC and Netflix

APTN, CBC and Netflix,with production partners Red Marrow Media and Northwood Entertainment, today announced that production is underway on the second season of the Arctic-set comedy North of North (8×30). Created and executive produced by Stacey Aglok MacDonald (Qanurli, The Grizzlies) and Alethea Arnaquq-Baril (Angry Inuk, The Grizzlies) of Red Marrow Media and executive produced by Miranda de Pencier of Northwood Entertainment (Anne with an E, Beginners, The Grizzlies), the highly anticipated new season will premiere on APTN, CBC and Netflix later in 2026. Audiences in Canada can stream season one of North of North on APTN+, CBC Gem and Netflix.

Season two will continue to follow Siaja, a young Inuk mother who attempts to build a new life in her tiny Arctic community of Ice Cove. Anna Lambe will reprise her starring role as Siaja, alongside Maika Harper, Braeden Clarke, Jay Ryan, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Zorga Qaunaq, Bailey Poching, Nutaaq Doreen Simmonds and Keira Cooper. 

The second season is currently filming in Iqaluit, Nunavut, and Toronto, with production continuing through April.

North of North instantly captivated audiences and critics worldwide when it first premiered in Canada on APTN and CBC in January 2025 and then globally on Netflix in April 2025. Since its debut, the series has achieved a 100% Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The breakout comedy took home five awards at the 2025 Directors Guild of Canada (DGC) Awards, including Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Comedy Series for Danis Goulet and Comedy Series Crew of the Year. North of North is also nominated for the 41st Film Independent Spirit Awards’ Best New Series, along with Best Performance in a New Series for Anna Lambe.North of North became the most-watched new series on CBC Gem since the launch of the streaming platform.* Additionally, the comedy was one of the most-watched programs on CBC among the A25-54 demographic. On APTN, North of North was among the top-performing new scripted shows during the Winter 2025 season and the top new program on APTN lumi (now APTN+). Globally, North of North debuted at No. 9 on Netflix’s global top 10 for English-language series the week of its release on the service in April. The series also broke into Netflix’s top 10 in 33 individual countries with nearly 9 million views between April and June 2025.

Lorna Shore Adds 2026 North American Tour Dates, Kicking Off April 17 With Support From Paleface Swiss & Signs Of The Swarm

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Lorna Shore Adds 2026 North American Tour Dates, Kicking Off April 17 With Support From Paleface Swiss & Signs Of The Swarm

After dominating 2025 with their explosive new album I Feel The Everblack Festering Within Me (named one of the best of the year by Kerrang, Metal Hammer and Loudwire), Lorna Shore is ready to do it all over again in 2026 with a massive global tour that kicks off January 23 in Germany and heads into the spring with newly announced dates just added for North America.

Lorna Shore will be joined by Paleface Swiss and Signs Of The Swarm for the North American run, which begins April 17 in Buffalo, NY and runs through May 22 in Montclair, NJ, alongside festival appearances at Welcome To Rockville and Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival. See the full tour dates below.

Tickets for the North American dates will be available starting with an artist presale beginning Tuesday, January 20 at 9AM ET. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning Friday, January 23 at 9AM local time at LiveNation.com. For more info and tickets you can also visit lornashoreband.com.

Alongside today’s tour announcement, Lorna Shore also releases the latest taste of their critically acclaimed new album with the single and video for “In Darkness.”

Says frontman Will Ramos of the song, “’In Darkness’ is about growing up feeling distant from everyone, a song about anxiety and being an outcast (as many of us metal fans grow from). It’s a song about embracing that outlandish and ostracized feeling. Knowing that we have grown in the shadows, the darkness of the world, but accepting that through that darkness we have become.”

I Feel The Everblack Festering Within Me, out now via Century Media Records, is Lorna Shore’s fifth album and the first in three years since 2022’s Pain Remains and continues the band’s reputation as one of the most impressive extreme metal acts to emerge in recent memory.

The quintet, also including lead guitarist Adam De Micco, drummer Austin Archey, rhythm guitarist Andrew O’Connor and bassist Michael Yager, have hit the viral Spotify charts, racked up hundreds of millions of streams, embarked on highly successful tours and in the process, galvanized a significant fanbase that hangs onto the band’s quest for stylistic inversion. But by virtue of physical onslaught and wanting to divine truth from their music, Lorna Shore have kept themselves fired up by torching the metal rulebook at every turn, practically demanding that other genres step up their game.

I Feel The Everblack Festering Within Me is now available in multiple formats including digital, CD and limited-edition vinyl variants. Fans can stream the album HERE and find their preferred physical and digital retailer HERE. Fans can also shop a merch collection, available HERE.

LORNA SHORE 2026 GLOBAL TOUR

European Dates with Whitechapel, Shadow Of Intent, Humanity’s Last Breath

01/23 Frankfurt, Germany @ Jahrhunderthalle

01/24 Leipzig, Germany @ Haus Auensee

01/25 Prague, Czech Republic @ O2 Universum

01/27 Warsaw, Poland @ COS Torwar

01/29 Budapest, Hungary @ Arena

01/30 Wiener Neustadt, Austria @ Arena Nova

01/31 Munich, Germany @ Zenith

02/01 Padova, Italy @ Kioene Arena

02/03 Zürich, Switzerland @ Samsung Hall

02/04 Lyon, France @ Halle Tony Garnier

02/05 Paris, France @ Zenith

02/06 Brussels, Belgium @ Forest National

02/08 London, UK @ Alexandra Palace

02/09 Birmingham, UK @ O2 Academy 1

02/10 Manchester, UK @ O2 Victoria Warehouse

02/12 Amsterdam, Netherlands @ AFAS Live

02/13 Düsseldorf, Germany @ Mitsubishi Electric Halle

02/14 Hamburg, Germany @ Inselpark Arena

02/15 Copenhagen, Denmark @ K.B. Hallen

02/17 Gothenburg, Sweden @ Partille Arena

02/18 Oslo, Norway @ Sentrum Scene

02/19 Stockholm, Sweden @ Hovet Ice Hall

02/21 Helsinki, Finland @ Ice Hall

02/22 Turku, Finland @ Logomo

North American Dates with Paleface Swiss & Signs Of The Swarm

4/17 Buffalo, NY @ Buffalo RiverWorks

4/18 Grand Rapids, MI @ GLC Live at 20 Monroe

4/19 Madison, WI @ The Sylvee

4/20 Omaha, NE @ Steelhouse

4/22 Bozeman, MT @ The ELM

4/24 Edmonton, AB @ Edmonton Convention Centre

4/25 Calgary, AB @ Grey Eagle Event Centre

4/27 Winnipeg, MB @ Burton Cummings Theatre

4/29 Green Bay, WI  @ EPIC Event Center

5/1 Waukee, IA @ Vibrant Music Hall

5/2 East Moline, IL @ The Rust Belt

5/3 Wichita, KS @ The Cotillion

5/4 Kansas City, MO @ The Midland Theatre

5/6 Memphis, TN @ Graceland Soundstage

5/7 Dothan, AL @ The Plant

5/8 Daytona Beach, FL @ Welcome to Rockville*

5/9 Birmingham, AL @ Avondale Brewing Company

5/11 Raleigh, NC @ The Ritz

5/12 Myrtle Beach, SC @ House Of Blues

5/14 Gary, IN @ Hard Rock Live Northern Indiana

5/15 Columbus, OH @ Sonic Temple*

5/16 Bethlehem, PA @ Wind Creek Event Center

5/18 Virginia Beach, VA @ The Dome

5/20 Syracuse, NY @ Sharkey’s Event Center

5/21 Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount

5/22 Montclair, NJ @ The Wellmont Theater

*Festival Dates

A$AP Rocky Announces Don’t Be Dumb World Tour

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A$AP Rocky Announces Don’t Be Dumb World Tour

Today, multi-hyphenate artist, entrepreneur, actor, and fashion icon A$AP Rocky announces his 2026 tour, Don’t Be Dumb World Tour. The 42-date tour, promoted by Live Nation, will be fans first chance to hear DON’T BE DUMB live, Rocky’s first full-length release in eight years — listen HERE.

Don’t Be Dumb World Tour kicks off in North America on May 27th at United Center in Chicago, and hits major cities including Los Angeles’ Kia Forum, Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena, and Houston’s Toyota Center, before wrapping up on July 11th at Prudential Center in New Jersey. The tour then arrives in Europe and the UK from August through September, kicking off in Brussels, Belgium at ING Arena on August 25th. Stops include London, Milan, Germany, Sweden, and more, before wrapping in Paris, France at Accor Arena on September 30th.

The global general on sale will go live on 1/27 at 9:00 AM local time at ASAPROCKY.COM.

ARTIST PRESALE TICKETS: To participate in A$AP Rocky’s Artist Presale in North America on Friday, January 23rd at 10:00AM local time, you must sign up at livemu.sc/asaprocky by Wednesday, January 21st at 10:00PM ET. Artist Presales for this tour are hosted by multiple ticketing sites but anyone who signs up can join the sale. For Artist Presales on Ticketmaster, no code is needed – access is tied to your account. Artist Presales hosted on other sites may require a code for access. The EU/UK Artist Presale begins Wednesday, January 21 at 9:00AM local time (PW: DONTBEDUMB).

CASH APP VISA CARD PRESALE TICKETS: Cash App Card customers will receive the first chance to purchase tickets to the Don’t Be Dumb Tour with an exclusive presale for U.S. dates only:

  • Beginning Wednesday, January 21st at 10:00 AM local time, Cash App Card cardholders can unlock access to the exclusive premium tickets by using the first 9 digits of their Cash App Card to access the presale and then completing the purchase using their Cash App Card. For more information on the Cash App Card presale, please visit https://cash.app/card/presales
  • In addition to the Cash App Card Presale, fans who purchase tour merchandise using their Cash App Card will receive a free commemorative Don’t Be Dumb album vinyl featuring an exclusive, limited edition design (while supplies last)
  • Fans can now customize their Cash App Card with exclusive stamps designed by A$AP Rocky to create a unique card design just in time for the concert.

VIP Packages: The tour will also offer a variety of different VIP packages and experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level. Packages vary but include premium tickets, access to a behind the scenes tour, exclusive access to a private pre-show VIP Club Lounge, limited-edition VIP gift item & more. VIP package contents vary based on the offer selected. For more information, visit vipnation.com  in North America and vipnation.eu in Europe and the UK.

The announcement comes on the heels of Rocky’s fourth studio album, DON’T BE DUMB, released last Friday. As Rocky’s first album in nearly 8 years, DON’T BE DUMB “not only rewards patience but adds new wrinkles to the rapper’s approach — an evolved relationship with melody and a wiser lyrical slant,” says Billboard.

An unprecedented hype led up to DON’T BE DUMB’s release, surpassing 1 million pre-saves on Spotify, making it hip-hop’s most pre-saved album on the platform. This hype was built through a massive past year for Rocky, in which he starred in two A24-produced feature films — Highest 2 Lowest directed by Spike Lee, and the Golden-Globe-winning If I Had Legs I’d Kick You directed by Mary Bronstein. Rocky also served as co-chair of the 2025 Met Gala, was announced as the creative director for Ray-Ban, and was appointed as Chanel’s new house ambassador.

DON’T BE DUMB WORLD TOUR 2026 DATES:

Wed May 27     Chicago, IL                                United Center

Fri May 29        Cleveland, OH                           Rocket Arena

Sun May 31      Toronto, ON                             Scotiabank Arena

Mon Jun 01       Montreal, QC                            Bell Centre

Tue Jun 02        Boston, MA                               TD Garden

Thu Jun 04        Philadelphia, PA                      Xfinity Mobile Arena

Sun Jun 07        New York, NY                            The Governors Ball*

Mon Jun 08       Baltimore, MD                          CFG Bank Arena

Thu Jun 11        Atlanta, GA                               State Farm Arena

Fri Jun 12          Charlotte, NC                            Spectrum Center

Sun Jun 14        Orlando, FL                               Kia Center

Mon Jun 15       Miami, FL                                 Kaseya Center

Thu Jun 18        Dallas, TX                                  American Airlines Center

Fri Jun 19          Austin, TX                                 Moody Center

Sat Jun 20         Houston, TX                              Toyota Center

Tue Jun 23        Phoenix, AZ                              Mortgage Matchup Center

Thu Jun 25        San Francisco, CA                      Chase Center

Fri Jun 26          Las Vegas, NV                           MGM Grand Garden Arena

Sat Jun 27         Los Angeles, CA                         Kia Forum

Tue Jun 30        Seattle, WA                              Climate Pledge Arena

Wed Jul 01        Vancouver, BC                          Rogers Arena

Fri Jul 03           Edmonton, AB                           Rogers Place

Sat Jul 04          Calgary, AB                               Scotiabank Saddledome

Wed Jul 08        Detroit, MI                                Little Caesars Arena

Sat Jul 11          Newark, NJ                               Prudential Center

Tue Aug 25       Brussels, Belgium                      ING Arena

Thu Aug 27       Amsterdam, Netherlands        Ziggo Dome

Sun Aug 30       London, UK                               O2 Arena

Wed Sep 02      Dublin, Ireland                          3Arena

Fri Sep 04         Glasgow, UK                              OVO Hydro

Sat Sep 05         Manchester, UK                        Co-op Live

Tue Sep 08        Cologne, Germany                     Lanxess Arena

Thu Sep 10        Milan, Italy                               I-DAYS*

Fri Sep 11         Munich, Germany                     Olympiahalle

Sun Sep 13        Lodz, Poland                             Atlas Arena

Wed Sep 16      Hamburg, Germany                   Barclays Arena

Fri Sep 18         Copenhagen, Denmark              Royal Arena

Sun Sep 20        Oslo, Norway                            Unity Arena

Mon Sep 21      Stockholm, Sweden                   Avicii Arena

Thu Sep 24        Riga, Latvia                               Xiaomi Arena

Fri Sep 25         Kaunas, Lithuania                      Zalgiris Arena

Mon Sep 28      Berlin, Germany                        Uber Arena

Wed Sep 30      Paris, France                             Accor Arena

*Festival Performance

Aussie Powerhouse The Stripp Unleashes High Energy Action Rock On New Album ‘Life Imitates Art’

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Aussie Powerhouse The Stripp Unleashes High Energy Action Rock On New Album ‘Life Imitates Art’

Australia’s own rock-and-roll juggernaut The Stripp returns to the spotlight with their second album ‘Life Imitates Art’ on January 23. This release marks a significant evolution for the band, bridging the gap between classic Aussie rock icons and modern punk grit. Bek Taylor leads the charge with a vocal presence that draws frequent comparisons to a blend of Joan Jett and Lemmy Kilmister. The new tracks push the group into an explosive sonic realm that surpasses their previous studio work. Listeners describe the record as a breathtaking celebration of cultural resonance and rhythmic precision.

Since their debut in 2022, the group has sharpened their edge through a relentless schedule of live performances. They have shared stages with heavy-hitters including The D4, Zeke, and the Hard-Ons. These high-energy appearances earned the band a reputation as one of the finest rising acts in the global rock subculture. The Stripp consistently delivers a unique twist on classic sounds that keeps audiences captivated. This latest studio effort shatters the traditional action-rock mold to create something entirely more visceral.

The band plans to hit the road harder than ever following the January release to support the new material. Their history of festival appearances and headline shows provides a solid foundation for this upcoming tour cycle. ‘Life Imitates Art’ arrives through a partnership with Spaghetty Town Records in North America alongside Ghost Highway Recordings and Beluga Records in Europe. Every track reflects a band that has refined its sound through years of touring and stagecraft. This record establishes The Stripp as a dominant force in the international rock scene.

Global Sensation Dina Ayada Unlocks Bold New Sounds On Debut Album ‘IDENTITY’ Executive Produced By Gunna

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Global Sensation Dina Ayada Unlocks Bold New Sounds On Debut Album ‘IDENTITY’ Executive Produced By Gunna

Belgian-raised Moroccan artist Dina Ayada releases her striking debut album ‘IDENTITY’ today, marking a significant milestone in her rapid international ascent. This deeply personal project features executive production from Grammy-nominated artist Gunna, who also joins Ayada on the melodic standout track “No Rush”. The record successfully blends underground rap textures with confident R&B tones. Listeners describe the new material as a breathtaking celebration of cultural resonance and rhythmic precision. Additional production contributions from KayCyy, Bugz Ronin, and Victor Thell ensure a seamless movement between genres throughout the tracklist.

The narrative of ‘IDENTITY’ captures Ayada’s experiences growing up across cultures while navigating the chaos of a blossoming music career. She reflects on a life shaped by movement and transformation, defining her journey as a search for clarity. “I stayed locked in working quietly on my debut album learning discipline through the ups and downs,” says Ayada. “A lot of lessons came with the growth but through everything I genuinely found myself.” This self-assured artistic voice serves as the anchor for the entire project.

Ayada’s creative evolution gained momentum during her 2024 performances at Rolling Loud Thailand and Wireless Festival Middle East. She previously shared the stage as an opening act on Gunna’s tour and collaborated with artists including Bambi and DC The Don. “At 18 I packed my life into a suitcase and left home just to chase a feeling I couldn’t ignore,” Ayada shared regarding her move to Los Angeles. “You can’t find your identity without breaking yourself open.” Her presence as a fashion icon remains evident through recent features in Dazed and a cover for L’Officiel Belgium.

Looking ahead to the new year, the artist prepares to launch a Salomon campaign in Spring 2026 featuring music from the album. This commercial partnership precedes a highly anticipated European tour where Ayada will perform the new tracks live for the first time. The album ‘IDENTITY’ stands as a definitive statement from a global artist working on her own terms. Fans can access the full project across all digital platforms starting today, December 31, 2025.

Electronic Duo Sextile Delivers High Energy Synth Performance On New ‘Live On KEXP’ Session

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Electronic Duo Sextile Delivers High Energy Synth Performance On New ‘Live On KEXP’ Session

Los Angeles electronic duo Sextile brings a sharp and visceral energy to the legendary KEXP studio in their latest recorded session. Vocalists and synthesists Brady Keehn and Melissa Scaduto navigate a pulsing four-song set that highlights their signature industrial dance sound. The performance features live versions of “Kids” and “Freak Eyes” alongside the rhythmic drive of “Women Respond To Bass” and “Soggy Newports” to round out the appearance. Host Abbie Gobeli guides the session which captures the group in peak form following their recent 2025 tour dates. This recording stands as a brilliant showcase of raw synthesizers and heartbeat percussion.

Multi Juno Nominee Alysha Brilla Brings Global Grooves To Headline The Ottawa Grassroots Festival

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Multi Juno Nominee Alysha Brilla Brings Global Grooves To Headline The Ottawa Grassroots Festival

The Ottawa Grassroots Festival is excited to announce that three-time JUNO-nominated songwriter, composer and music producer Alysha Brilla will headline the 2026 festival on Friday, April 24 at 9PM. As the 2024 Canadian Screen Award-nominated composer for the feature film The Queen of My Dreams, Brilla’s music has earned international acclaim for its emotional depth and cultural resonance.

As a songwriter, musician and producer, Brilla has worked with an incredible lineup of artists including The Black Eyed Peas, Bedouin Soundclash, Digging Roots, No Doubt, Paula Sofia and three-time Grammy-winning mastering engineer Emily Lazar. Brilla made history in 2013 as one of the first self-produced female artists to receive a JUNO Award nomination. She later won Producer of the Year at the 2018 Independent Music Awards for her album Rooted.

Brilla, also a 2025 Women in Music International Leadership Honouree, is guided by her Indo-Tanzanian roots and Great Lakes spirit, creating “music that bridges cultures through rhythm, storytelling and joy. Her artistry thrives on stage; an electrifying space where voice, guitar and heartbeat percussion come together to invite audiences into a collective experience of movement and healing.”

“We’re thrilled to welcome Alysha Brilla as our 2026 headliner,” said Ali Bowie, Ottawa Grassroots Festival Producer. “I was completely taken in the first time I saw Alysha Brilla perform live. We’re very fortunate to welcome her to the festival this year.”

Opening for Alysha is special guest OK Naledi, a high-energy Afro Fusion duo led by Naledi Sunstrum.

Tickets for the Ottawa Grassroots Festival go on sale on January 20, at 11am. There will be a limited amount of festival passes that will include all three evening concerts for one special price.

In addition to Alysha Brilla, the Ottawa Grassroots Festival will feature a variety of performances, hands-on workshops, and other surprises. Stay tuned for more details on the full 2026 lineup. All Saturday and Sunday daytime events are free to attend, donations are accepted and go towards paying the artist fees.

For more information about the Ottawa Grassroots Festival, ticket sales, and festival updates, please visit www.ottawagrassrootsfestival.com

Les Claypool and Sean Lennon Release “WAP,” Announce 2026 Tour Bringing Together Primus, Claypool Lennon Delirium, and Frog Brigade

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Les Claypool and Sean Lennon Release “WAP,” Announce 2026 Tour Bringing Together Primus, Claypool Lennon Delirium, and Frog Brigade

Les Claypool will hit the road in Summer 2026 with Claypool Gold, a wildly ambitious, full-evening tour that brings together three of his most beloved and sonically adventurous bands – Primus, The Claypool Lennon Delirium, and Les Claypool’s Fearless Flying Frog Brigade – for one mind-melting musical experience. Each night, all the bands will share the stage all at once for a fluid show featuring wildly different setlists and surprises.
 
The tour kicks off Wednesday, May 20th in Reno, NV, and will travel coast to coast with over 25 shows in cities including Seattle, Chicago, Boston, Austin, Atlanta, and Los Angeles, before wrapping with a July 4th celebration in Napa, CA. A special VIP and Artist Presale begins Wednesday, January 21st at 10am local time, followed by a general on-sale Friday, January 23rd at 10am local. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://www.lesclaypool.com/.


 
Fans can also access limited VIP packages, including the Fat Bastard Front Row Super VIP Experience – featuring front row seats, a pre-show Q&A with Primus and Sean Ono Lennon, a signed limited-edition tour poster, early entry, and more – and the Lucky Bastard VIP Experience, which offers premium seats within the first 15 rows, merch perks, and early access. Available in select markets.
 
Coinciding with today’s tour announcement is the release of a brand-new song titled “WAP (What A Predicament)” by The Claypool Lennon Delirium, Claypool’s mutant-psychedelic project with Sean Ono Lennon. A warped meditation on morality, artificial intelligence safety, and the slippery slope of optimization without empathy – set against a sonic backdrop of fuzz-drenched groove and theatrical psych-rock – the track finds Claypool and Lennon in peak Delirium form, alternately biting, bewildered, and barbed as they reflect on a world gone algorithmic.

“Like a president caught in shenanigans with the beauty queen,” Lennon intones on the opening line, “I’m guessing they may not be so innocent as they’d have us believe.” From there, the track spirals into existential musings on online chaos, virtual unreality, and the fragility of collective memory. “I’m not sure if history repeats,” Lennon continues, “but I’m certain that it rhymes.”
 
The Claypool Lennon Delirium centers on the core creative partnership of Les Claypool (Primus, Fearless Flying Frog Brigade) and Sean Ono Lennon (The Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger), who have long operated on the outer rim of genre and reason. Together, they remain a singular force: a mutant fusion of art-school satire, warped vision, and boundary-busting musical chemistry.

The new song arrives amid a remarkably prolific run for Claypool. In the past few years alone, he’s led a full-scale reunion of his Fearless Flying Frog Brigade, performing Pink Floyd’s Animals in its entirety across two national tours; celebrated his solo legacy with the Adverse Yaw: The Prawn Song Years box set (featuring Purple Onion, Of Whales & Woe, Of Fungi & Foe and more); and launched the Interstellar Drum Derby – a global open-call and wildly entertaining YouTube series chronicling Primus’ search for a new drummer. The search drew over 6,200 applicants and culminated in the addition of Shreveport’s John Hoffman, who has since joined Primus for a string of headline shows, tour dates with Tool and Puscifer, and the release of their explosive new single “Little Lord Fentanyl” featuring Maynard James Keenan.
 
In addition to playing guitar with the Colonel’s Fearless Flying Frog Brigade, Lennon has also kept very busy. He’s performed in an improvising trio with John Zorn and Laurie Anderson; and under his own name, released Asterisms, a wild instrumental album on Zorn’s Tzadik Records, which draws on psych rock and jazz. Besides his own music, he produced Exotica, the most recent album by British neo-psychedelic band Temples, he received a Grammy award in 2025 for his design of John Lennon’s Mind Games boxed reissue, and he wrote and produced a short animated film inspired by John & Yoko’s “War Is Over,” which won an Academy Award in 2024.
 
With “WAP” now streaming everywhere and Claypool Gold poised to take over the summer, fans are invited to grab their goggles, their empathy, and maybe a can of tuna – and prepare for a tour unlike anything else on Earth.
 
Claypool Gold 2026 Tour
Wednesday, May 20 – Reno Events Center – Reno, NV
Friday, May 22 – Hayden Homes Amphitheater – Bend, OR
Saturday, May 23 – Marymoor Live – Redmond, WA
Monday, May 25 – KettleHouse Amphitheater – Bonner, MT
Tuesday, May 26 – The Lot at the Complex – Salt Lake City, UT
Thursday, May 28 – Starlight Amphitheatre – Kansas City, MO
Saturday, May 30 – The Factory – St. Louis, MO
Sunday, May 31 – Meadow Brook Amphitheatre – Rochester Hills, MI
Tuesday, June 2 – Jacobs Pavilion – Cleveland, OH
Wednesday, June 3 – Salt Shed – Chicago, IL
Friday, June 5 – The Caverns Outdoor Amphitheater – Pelham, TN
Saturday, June 6 – KEMBA Live! Outdoor – Columbus, OH
Tuesday, June 9 – Thompson’s Point – Portland, ME
Wednesday, June 10 – Leader Bank Pavilion – Boston, MA
Friday, June 12 – Saratoga Performing Arts Center – Saratoga Springs, NY
Saturday, June 13 – Stone Pony Summerstage – Asbury Park, NJ
Sunday, June 14 – All Good Now Festival – Columbia, MD
Tuesday, June 16 – The AMP Ballantyne – Charlotte, NC
Wednesday, June 17 – Firefly Distillery – North Charleston, SC
Friday, June 19 – St. Augustine Amphitheatre – St. Augustine, FL
Saturday, June 20 – Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park – Atlanta, GA
Monday, June 22 – Walmart AMP – Rogers, AR
Tuesday, June 23 – ACL Live at Moody Theatre – Austin, TX
Thursday, June 25 – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory – Irving, TX
Saturday, June 27 – Dillon Amphitheater – Dillon, CO
Sunday, June 28 – Dillon Amphitheater – Dillon, CO
Tuesday, June 30 – Arizona Financial Theatre – Phoenix, AZ
Wednesday, July 1 – Gallagher Square – San Diego, CA
Friday, July 3 – Long Beach Amphitheater – Long Beach, CA
Saturday, July 4 – Meritage Resort & Spa – Napa, CA

Netflix Is A Joke Fest Returns With Over 350 Comedy Events Across Los Angeles

Eric Alper
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Netflix Is A Joke Fest Returns With Over 350 Comedy Events Across Los Angeles

Netflix Is a Joke Fest is back – bolder, funnier and more star-studded than ever! The ultimate celebration of humor, Netflix’s global comedy brand returns for its third iteration to transform Los Angeles into the epicenter of laughter. This week-long extravaganza, produced by Netflix in partnership with Live Nation, brings together comedy’s biggest names and rising stars for unforgettable experiences across LA’s most iconic venues. 

This year, the world’s biggest comedy giants will join forces to entertain fans. With over 350 live events, the festival features stand-up, variety shows, top comedy podcasts, tapings, exclusive events and screenings, and talent from some of your favorite Netflix series and films, embodying the diverse comedy landscape Netflix is known for. The first wave of announcements can be found below.

Los Angeles will see over 35 venues for the festival’s most impressive lineup yet from the Hollywood Bowl, The Greek Theatre and the Intuit Dome, to iconic comedy hubs like The Comedy Store, Laugh Factory, and Hollywood IMPROV. From seasoned legends to emerging voices, Netflix Is a Joke Fest ensures that every comedy fan finds their perfect laugh, bringing the magic of Netflix’s comedy universe to life.

“What makes this fest so special is the sense of community—it’s a rare moment where the comedy industry and the fans come together in one place. We’re not just putting on shows; we’re creating one-of-a-kind experiences that celebrate the range, depth, and sheer brilliance of the comedy world right now,” said Tracey Pakosta, Netflix VP of Comedy Series. 

“In just 4 years, Netflix Is a Joke Fest has grown into the world’s biggest celebration of comedy. This year, we’re bringing together legends, trailblazers, and the next generation of voices for an entire week of unforgettable moments across Los Angeles. From iconic stand-up shows and live podcast tapings to musical mashups and surprise events, the scope of this festival truly reflects the variety and excitement of comedy today. We’re thrilled to welcome fans from all over to experience the magic, energy, and laughter that only Netflix can deliver.” said Robbie Praw, Netflix VP of Stand-up and Comedy Formats. 

Below are some of the festival’s biggest highlights.   Tickets for events across the festival will go on sale beginning at 10am PT on January 23rd at www.NetflixIsAJokeFest.com.

*Talent and schedule subject to change*

2026 LINEUP INCLUDES – Some of the incredible talent joining this year’s festival include:

Malin Akerman, Mo Amer, Eric André, Jeff Arcuri, Fred Armisen, Maria Bamford, Ralph Barbosa, Nate Bargatze, Hannah Berner, Mike Birbiglia, Rachel Bloom, Joel Kim Booster, Bill Burr, Michelle Buteau, Nicole Byer, Nick Cannon, Jerrod Carmichael, Steve Carell, Dana Carvey, Ronny Chieng, Margaret Cho, Deon Cole, Larry David, Pete Davidson, Paige DeSorbo, Tim Dillon, Earthquake, Alex Edelman, Danny Elfman, Franco Escamilla, Feid, Fortune Feimster, Flight of the Concords, Ben Folds, Jim Gaffigan, Zarna Garg, Mo Gilligan, Shane Gillis, Nikki Glaser, Ilana Glazer, Brett Goldstein, Stavros Halkias, Chelsea Handler, Kevin Hart, Patti Harrison, Marcello Hernández, Jeff Hiller, Tony Hinchcliffe, Robby Hoffman, Kate Hudson, Nate Jackson, Jameela Jamil, Sam Jay, Jim Jefferies, Ken Jeong, Anthony Jeselnik, Mindy Kaling, Jimmy Kimmel, Bert Kreischer, Nick Kroll, Bobby Lee, David Letterman, Lizzo, Luenell, Natasha Lyonne, Mae Martin, Heather McMahan, Hasan Minhaj, Diane Morgan, Leanne Morgan, Sam Morril, John Mulaney, Mark Normand, Tig Notaro, Ego Nwodim, Conan O’Brien, Bob Odenkirk, Atsuko Okatsuka, Patton Oswalt, Tom Papa, Ms. Pat, Trisha Paytas, Edi Patterson, Matt Rife, Seth Rogen, Jelly Roll, Adam Sandler, Andrew Santino, Kristen Schaal, Andrew Schulz, Iliza Shlesinger, Tom Segura, Jerry Seinfeld, Shaq, Brittany Snow, Martin Short, Sarah Silverman, Bill Simmons, Will Smith from the Dodgers, David Spade, Sommore, Brenda Song, Meg Stalter, Jon Stewart, Wanda Sykes, Bob The Drag Queen, Taylor Tomlinson, Kill Tony, Julio Torres, Trixie & Katya, Mike Tyson, Jonathan Van Ness, Nick Viall, Theo Von, Dwyane Wade, Sheng Wang, Katt Williams, Justin Willman, Ali Wong, Jimmy O. Yang, Ramy Youssef,Noah Wyle.

…and more to be announced!

FESTIVAL EXCLUSIVE EVENTS – This year’s unmissable lineup includes:

  • Night of Too Many Stars – The biggest comedy stars in the world gather for a night of stand up, variety and music, hosted by Jon Stewart. Talent includes Bill Burr,  Conan O’Brien, Steve Carell, Ron Funches, Nikki Glaser, Tiffany Haddish, Jimmy Kimmel, Leanne Morgan, John Mulaney, Bob Odenkirk, Matt Rife, Adam Sandler, Sarah Silverman, Ali Wong, Noah Wyle and many more. This special evening of laughter is presented by event founders Robert & Michelle Smigel with Jill Leiderman, to benefit NEXT for Autism, a national organization providing programs and support for people living with autism.
  • Funny AF with Kevin Hart (Previously announced as Kevin Hart Comedy Competition) The search for the world’s next funniest comedian will begin streaming on Netflix starting April 20, with taped episodes leading up to the LIVE semi-finals and finale in the festival May 4th & 5th.
  • Nate Bargatze – The top-selling comedian in the world returns to the festival for two nights, this time at the Intuit Dome, to film his next Netflix comedy special that will air later this year. 
  • Shane Gillis & Friends – Comedy superstar Shane Gillis headlines the Hollywood Bowl for a blockbuster night of comedy.
  • John Mulaney: Mister Whatever – Returns to the fest for his third time and for his third Hollywood Bowl Show.
  • Feid & Marcello Hernández  – Largest Spanish language comedy show at the Hollywood Bowl of all time, with one of the biggest names in Latin music, Feid, and stand-up breakout star, Marcello Hernández.
  • Seth Goes Greek – Massive night of music and comedy hosted by Seth Rogen featuring Eric André, Nikki Glaser, Stavros Halkias, Nick Kroll, Sarah Silverman, Taylor Tomlinson, with huge surprise guests and musical acts, supporting Hilarity for Charity.
  • Seinfeld at The Greek – Headlined by the comedy superstar, with musical guest Leonid & Friends and special guest, Leanne Morgan.
  • Beautifully Broken Comedy Night: Hosted By Jelly Roll headlined by Andrew Schultz and surprise guests.
  • Lizzo hosts an unforgettable night of comedy and music from Eric André, Nikki Glaser, Luenell, Dulcé Sloan, Meg Stalter and more.
  • A Tribute to Pee-wee Herman – Celebrating 40 years of Pee-wee’s Playhouse in partnership with Herman World. A once-in-a-lifetime variety show with music and comedy performances from The B-52s, Mark Mothersbaugh and Gerald Casale of DEVO, Danny Elfman, Fred Armisen, Sheng Wang, Bob The Drag Queen, Patti Harrison, Julio Torres, Michael Carbonaro and Puddles Pity Party. With special celebrity guest appearances from David Arquette, Cheri Oteri, Natasha Lyonne, and original Playhouse puppets, memorabilia, rare footage and more. Hosted by Patton Oswalt.
  • Flight of the Conchords – Jemaine Clement and Bret McKenzie are back for the first time in LA since 2016 and first live show in 10 years.
  • Katt Williams – After his explosive live performance at the 2024  festival, the comedian is back and this time at the Intuit Dome.
  • Dodgers Comedy Night  – The back-to-back World Series champions are back at the festival. Join your favorite Dodgers players for a grand slam night of live comedy and surprises presented by Will Smith, All-Star catcher of the LA Dodgers. Hosted by Ken Jeong.
  • Marty, Life is Short – Red Carpet Premiere event at the Egyptian Theatre. A film by Lawrence Kasdan, an Imagine Documentaries Production, from EPs Brian Grazer and Ron Howard. The YT definitive documentary on beloved comedian Martin Short, using beautiful, intimate, never-before-seen archive footage.”
  • Comedy for the Community: Supporting Altadena Eaton Fire Relief Hosted by Deon Cole – The biggest stars of the festival are set to descend upon Altadena for a week of surprise lineups at the Fraternal Order of Eagles 719. Hosted by Deon Cole, join nightly for a week of humor designed to spark recovery, deliver essential laughter and help folks learn how they can get involved with local organizations.
  • Best in Show at The Dolby – Check out individual shows from some of the top touring acts in comedy at one of LA’s most iconic venues. Including Michelle Buteau, Jim Gaffigan, Hasan Minhaj + Ronny Chieng, and Wanda Sykes.
  • The Not Inappropriate Show with Bob Odenkirk – the popular family-friendly show, featuring skits and bits suitable for a young audience
  • 2 Bears 5K hosted by Bert Kreischer and Tom Segura, who will be joined by Jelly Roll to bring fans and celebs together for a fun, untimed run at the iconic Rose Bowl. No pressure—just beer, laughs, and fitness.
  • Stamptown is a raunchy and chaotic, full-on fever dream featuring the most eclectic performances from around the world. Hosted by the bad boy of clown Zach Zucker, this wildly entertaining comedy spectacle is being taped across two nights for a Netflix special to premiere later this year.
  • Special Screenings including Princess Bride with an appearance by Cary Elwes and Naked Gun followed by a Q&A with director David Zucker.
  • Nick Cannon Presents: Wild ‘n Out catch this legendary show in an intimate setting
  • Beacher’s Madhouse – a provocative, high-octane live variety theatrical experience blending circus, cabaret, comedy, and nightlife into an immersive, celebrity-fueled spectacle where anything can happen.

…And many more!

FEATURED PODCASTS, CONVERSATIONS & REUNIONS – Netflix is bringing the world of podcasts live to the stage. Across Los Angeles, you’ll be able to experience some of today’s biggest comedy voices, cult‑favorite pods, and iconic reunions live. From podcasts that already have massive fanbases to brand‑new Netflix originals, these shows represent the talent, tone, and point‑of‑view shaping Netflix’s next chapter in entertainment, including:

  • This Better Be Funny With David Letterman – David Letterman returns for his third Netflix Is A Joke Fest at The Montalbán where he interviews comedy legends Martin Short and John Mulaney over two nights.
  • Rushmore Podcast Live – In this special episode of Ariel Emanuel and Ben Persky’s “Rushmore” series, where titans across sports, entertainment and technology debate the greatest of all time across categories, Larry David and Jerry Seinfeld make the case for which episodes of Seinfeld deserve a spot on Mount Rushmore. 
  • Giggly Squad hosted by Hannah Berner & Paige DeSorbo, with the cast & creators of Running Point – Kate Hudson, Brenda Song and Mindy Kaling
  • Bill Simmons with the creators of Tires – Shane Gillis, John McKeever, Steve Gerben
  • Kill Tony
  • Handsome Podcast with the cast of The Hunting Wives, Brittany Snow and Malin Akerman 
  • This Past Weekend with Theo Von 
  • The Pete Davidson Show – A Netflix Original Podcast
  • Bad Friends with Bobby Lee & Andrew Santino
  • Barstool Podcast Night featuring Pardon My Take, Spittin’ Chiclets, and Ryen Russillo
  • Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
  • Comedy on the Fly with DWade and Chris Spencer
  • Basement Yard
  • Smosh Reads Reddit Stories
  • The Viall Files with the couples of Temptation Island
  • The Tim Dillon Show with the cast of Selling Sunset and Selling the OC
  • The Bald and the Beautiful with Trixie and Katya with Surprise Special Guest
  • Crazy Ex-Girlfriend: 10 (ish) Year Reunion
  • Cunk In Conversation – an evening with Diane Morgan and Charlie Brooker
  • A Visit From Portlandia with Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein Drawing from their friendship, their work together on Portlandia, and their individual pursuits, A Visit from Portlandia is an evening of storytelling, jokes, conversation, and more.
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