David Tennant had grown up loving Doctor Who, and he certainly recognized the enormity of the role in pop culture, but no one can fully understand the impact of fame in their life until it hits them.
Louis Tomlinson Releases New Single “We Made It” And Announces First Ever Solo World Tour
Louis Tomlinson dropped his newest single, “We Made It” via Syco/Arista Records today. Louis premiered the single with a performance at a SiriusXM fan event this morning. This is the third track off his highly anticipated debut solo album, WALLS, which was announced yesterday with a personal video from Louis on his socials. WALLS will be available on January 31st, 2020 but is available for pre-order now.
Louis will also be embarking on his first ever solo world tour in 2020. Louis’ 43-date tour kicks off on March 9th in Barcelona, Spain and hits cities all across the world including Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, London, Dubai, Jakarta, Sydney, Tokyo and Rio De Janeiro, among others before hitting North America. The North American leg of the tour, presented by Live Nation, begins on June 9th in Minneapolis and will hit cities like Chicago, Toronto, Nashville, New York, and Los Angeles.
Tickets are available to the general public starting November 1st at 10am local time. To purchase tickets and for more information about the tour, please visit https://www.louis-tomlinson.com/.
Today, Louis also debuted the music video for “We Made It” in conjunction with the single. The video, which was directed by Charlie Lightening (Paul McCartney and Liam Gallagher), is a continuation from his “Kill My Mind” video released in September. The week leading up to “We Made It,” Louis began teasing the new music on his socials. On Sunday, he teased the single’s audio, followed by a teaser trailer of the “We Made It” music video on Tuesday. To heighten the anticipation, Louis also shared a digital scavenger hunt yesterday morning for fans to reveal the album art.
UK born singer/songwriter, Louis Tomlinson burst on the scene with One Direction when they propelled to international success after finishing in third place on The X Factor UK. Louis released the first single off his debut solo album in March 2019 titled “Two Of Us.” The deeply personal pop ballad is his response to the passing of his mother but is the perfect track to spearhead his return to music as a solo artist. In September, he released “Kill My Mind” to both critical and fan praise. Louis has already released two hit solo collaborations; the club-ready Steve Aoki collaboration “Just Hold On,” released in 2016, and brooding Bebe Rexha duet, “Back to You,” released the following year. These two singles have garnered over 1 billion streams alone. In 2017, Louis won an EMA Award for ‘Best UK & Ireland Act.’ The following year he returned to The X Factor UK as a judge on their 2018 season. Louis’ unaffected and constructive judging style stood out during his first year as a judge, seeing him win the series. That same year, Louis won an iHeart Award for ‘Best Solo Breakout,’ and was ranked No.5 on Billboard’s emerging artists of 2018. Louis also won the 2019 Teen Choice Award for “Choice Single: Male Artist” for “Two Of Us.” He has over 60 million combined followers on social media and as a member of One Direction, Louis has sold over 100 million records. Louis honed his songwriting skills during his six years in One Direction, the most successful pop group of their generation, with record sales exceeding 50 million. One Direction were known for their incredibly infectious live shows and Louis says he’s eager to hit the road again as a solo artist. Louis released “We Made It,” which is the third track off of his highly anticipated debut solo album, out next year.
Watch Prince Perform “Maniac Mondays”, Later Given To The Bangles
1984 was an astonishingly prolific year in Prince’s career.
Just months before releasing his watershed soundtrack and film, Purple Rain, Prince was deep into preparations for his massive Purple Rain Tour while also writing and recording nearly a song a day for proteges like Sheila E., The Time, and The Family.
One of those singles, “Manic Monday,” would become a breakout hit for the Bangles. Their version of the song skyrocketed to number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1985, just behind Prince’s number 1 hit “Kiss.”
All these years later, the Bangles’ Susanna Hoffs still remembers how entranced she was when she first heard Prince’s original rendition of the song. “I knew it was an incredible gift,” she told the New York Times. “It was like putting on the slipper in a fairy tale.”
For over 30 years, she and her Bangles bandmates were some of the only people in the world to have heard it — until now.
Prince’s rendition of “Manic Monday” is one of the 15 tracks on the new album Originals, a collection of Prince’s versions of the hit songs he gave to other artists. Out now on Warner Records, Originals also includes Prince’s original performances of “Jungle Love,” “The Glamorous Life,” “Sex Shooter,” and more.
Together with archival footage from his vault — which captures Prince rehearsing with his band, The Revolution, for their massive Purple Rain Tour — these recordings provide a rare window into Prince’s creative process in this wildly productive era.
Brooklyn Duo Remake Tears For Fears’ “Mad World” With Piano and Cello
Marnie and Patrick Laird of Brooklyn Duo turn in a wonderful acoustic arrangement of the 1983 Tears for Fears classic Mad World.
“Dolly Parton’s America” Is One Of The Best Music Podcasts Around
Porter Wagoner led the most successful country music television show of its time, and in 1967 he needed a new “girl singer.” He turned to a 21 year old songwriter named Dolly Parton, who’d just recorded her first hit “Dumb Blonde.” So began a nearly decade-long partnership that, behind the scenes, was as contentious as it was commercially successful. This episode tells the story of the “Porter years,” the period during which Dolly arguably discovers her power – both as a performer and songwriter – and then makes the difficult (and radical for its time) decision to strike out on her own. Through interviews with Dolly, country music star Marty Stuart, Wagonmaster Buck Trent, and Porter’s daughter Deborah Wagoner, Dolly Parton’s America explores how Dolly handled what’s sometimes called the great “hillbilly divorce” with such characteristic grace.
Batman Movie Themes From 1966 – 2016 As Performed On The Guitar
Musician Niall Stenson performs 50 years of live-action Batman TV and movies with this incredible medley from Batman’s various theme songs. Na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na!
Alan Doyle Announces “Rough Side Out 2020” Canadian Tour
One of Canada’s most treasured musicians, Alan Doyle announces his latest cross-Canada tour, Rough Side Out. Kicking off in Moose Jaw, SK on February 19 and hitting 21 markets across the country, the Rough Side Out tour will be Alan Doyle’s most extensive Canadian tour ever. Doyle will be touring with his powerhouse 6-piece band and special guest Kelly Prescott.
The songwriter, producer, actor and author is a 12-time JUNO Award nominee for his solo material and work with his iconic band Great Big Sea. In 2018, he was awarded the Oder of Canada for his contributions to the musical traditions of Newfoundland and for his commitment to numerous charitable initiatives.
Doyle recently teamed up with country star Dean Brody for a new single, “We Don’t Wanna Go Home”, the first song released from Doyle’s upcoming EP, Rough Side Out, due out February 14, 2020.
“‘We Don’t Wanna Go Home’ is about the greatest night of your life being interrupted by the tolling of the last call bell at the pub. The speakers in the song cry the most desperate plea to the publican to keep the place open for at least one more round,” Doyle says.
Stream “We Don’t Wanna Go Home” HERE.
ALAN DOYLE ROUGH SIDE OUT TOUR
Wednesday, February 19 – Mae Wilson Theatre – Moose Jaw, SK
Thursday, February 20 – Conexus Arts Centre – Regina, SK
Friday, February 21 – Burton Cummings Theatre – Winnipeg, MB
Saturday, February 22 – TCU Place – Saskatoon, SK
Sunday, February 23 – Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium – Brandon, MB
Tuesday, February 25 – Yates Memorial – Lethbridge, AB
Wednesday, February 26 – Esplanade Theatre – Medicine Hat, AB
Thursday, February 27 – Central Alberta Theatre – Red Deer, AB
Friday, February 28 – Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium – Calgary, AB
Saturday, February 29 – Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium – Edmonton, AB
Sunday, March 1 – Vic Juba Community Theatre – Lloydminster, AB
Tuesday, March 3 – Keyano Theatre & Arts Centre – Fort MacMurray, AB
Wednesday, March 4 – Grande Prairie Live Theatre – Grande Prairie, AB
Thursday, March 5 – PG Playhouse – Prince George, BC
Friday, March 6 – Chilliwack Cultural Centre – Chilliwack, BC
Saturday, March 7 – Vernon Performing Arts Centre – Vernon, BC
Sunday, March 8 – Queen Elizabeth Theatre – Vancouver, BC
Tuesday, March 31 – Grand Theatre – Kingston, ON
Wednesday, April 1 – Centennial Hall – London, ON
Thursday, April 2 – FirstOntario Concert Hall – Hamilton, ON
Friday, April 3 – Danforth Music Hall – Toronto, ON
Saturday, April 4 – Danforth Music Hall – Toronto, ON
The 15th Annual Andy Kim Christmas Show Has Been Announced
The ANDY KIM CHRISTMAS will be held at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre on December 4th. Tickets are available here.
Going into its 15th year, The Andy Kim Christmas Show has been gathering friends and fans together to celebrate the spirit and generosity of the musical community in Toronto with all proceeds going to charity. The concert event is the brainchild of music legend and newly inducted into the Canadian Music Hall Of Fame, and the evening’s host and performer, Andy Kim.
“It is with heartfelt thanks, that after all these years, we continue to unite as a musical community. To donate our time to help those who are in need is one of our greatest gifts as musicians.
This is our 15th year together and I want to thank everyone who has come to visit our show and shared precious moments with me.”
During this one-of-a-kind charity event, patrons will be treated to a classic variety entertainment show that includes holiday performances by some of the country’s most sought-after singer/songwriters and performers. Past guests include Russell Peters, Sean Cullen, The Sheepdogs, Nelly Furtado, The Strumbellas, Sloan, Tom Cochrane, Cowboy Junkies, Barenaked Ladies, The Trews, Feist, Amy Milan, Sam Roberts, Lights, Maestro, Alex Lifeson from Rush, James Black & Rick Jackett from Finger Eleven, Serena Ryder, Colin James, Sarah Harmer, Jacksoul, BUCK65, Honeymoon Suite, Arkells, K-os, Tom Wilson, Tomi Swick, Beverley Mahood, Bobby Bazini, and many more. Join us for a magical evening jam-packed with Canadian talent and Christmas music.
Born in Montreal, Andy Kim was inspired by the Beatles, Hank Williams, Frank Sinatra, Elvis, Buddy Holly, and Bob Dylan. He found fame in New York City at just 16 years old when he wrote How’d We Ever Get This Way?, the first of nine Billboard Top 40 hits, including #1 songs Rock Me Gently and Sugar, Sugar, one of Billboard’s “Greatest Songs of All Time.” A true Canadian son, Andy has been awarded the country’s top industry honor twice, the JUNO Award for outstanding achievements in the record industry, as well as the Indie Award for Favorite Solo Artist in 2005. Andy is a member of Songwriters Hall of Fame and was inducted into Billboard’s Hit Parade Hall of Fame in 2010. Over his epic career, Andy has sold over 30 million records, with songs covered by music history’s greats, including Wilson Pickett, Tom Jones, Ike & Tina Turner, and Bob Marley. His latest album, It’s Decided, was released in April, 2015 on Arts & Crafts to critical acclaim. In May, 2016, Andy was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall Of Fame. Andy Kim’s music can be heard in hit series such as Showcase’s Ray Donovan and Netflix’s Mindhunters. Pizza Pizza used their own version of Sugar, Sugar in their campaigns to celebrate their 50th Anniversary throughout 2017 and into 2018 in time for his induction into the Canada’s Walk Of Fame. In 2019, he will be inducted into the Canadian Music Hall Of Fame.
Photo Gallery: Bruce Cockburn at St. Catharines FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre
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Watch Kurt Cobain’s Horror Film From 1984
In 1984, Kurt Cobain, Dale Crover, and Krist Novoselic recorded this video on the streets of their hometown, Aberdeen, WA.