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Florence + The Machine Announce North American Tour

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Florence + the Machine confirm a 23 city North American fall headline tour today, kicking off August 5 in Montreal, QC and including stops at Los Angeles’ Hollywood Bowl and New York’s Barclays Center. Further dates include Seattle, Portland, Nashville, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Chicago and more.

Tickets are on sale to the general public beginning this Friday, June 1 at 10 a.m. local time at Ticketmaster.com. American Express Card Members can purchase tickets for select dates before the general public beginning Tuesday, May 29 at 12 p.m. (Wednesday, May 30 at 10 a.m. in Toronto) local time, through Thursday, May 31 at 10 p.m. local time.

Florence + the Machine’s hugely anticipated fourth studio album High As Hope—co-produced by Florence and Emile Haynie and featuring contributions from Kamasi Washington, Sampha, Tobias Jesso Jr, Kelsey Lu and Jamie xx—is out June 29 on Republic Records.
Florence + The Machine Tour Dates:

August
05 – Montreal, Q.C., Canada @ Osheaga
09 – Lake Tahoe, Nev. @ Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys*
11 – San Francisco, Calif. @ Outside Lands
September
08 – Vancouver, BC, Canada @ Skookum Festival
10 – Seattle, Wash. @ KeyArena†
11 – Portland, Ore. @ Moda Center†
14 – Salt Lake City, Utah @ Maverik Center†
15 – Denver, Colo. @ Grandoozy Festival
22 – Las Vegas, Nev. @ Life Is Beautiful
23 – San Diego, Calif. @ Viejas Arena at Aztec Bowl San Diego State University‡
25 – Los Angeles, Calif. @ Hollywood Bowl‡
29 – Dallas, Texas @ The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory‡
30 – Houston, Texas @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion‡
October
02 – Nashville, Tenn. @ Bridgestone Arena§
03 – Charlotte, N.C. @ Spectrum Center§
05 – Washington, D.C. @ The Anthem**
09 – New York, N.Y. @ Barclays Center
12 – Boston, Mass. @ TD Garden
13 – Uncasville, Conn. @ Mohegan Sun Arena††
14 – Philadelphia, Penn. @ Wells Fargo Center††
16 – Toronto, Ontario, Canada @ Air Canada Centre††
19 – Chicago, Ill. @ United Center‡‡
20 – Minneapolis, Minn. @ Target Center‡‡
(* – with Wet)
(† – with St. Vincent and Lizzo)
(‡ – with Kamasi Washington)
(§ – with Billie Eilish)
(** – with Beth Ditto)
(†† – with Grizzly Bear
(‡‡ – with Perfume Genius)

Social Distortion Announces Massive 2018 North American Tour

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SoCal punk legends Social Distortion will what seems to be the rest of 2018 on the road celebrating their 40th anniversary. Their summer tour, which has them out with Aaron Lee Tasjan, Low Cut Connie, and Jade Jackson, starts this weekend in San Francisco. Social Distortion is currently working on a new album, tentatively due for release in 2018.

Social Distortion – 2018 Tour Dates
JUN 01 The Masonic w/ Low Cut Connie, Aaron Lee Tasjan Friday, 7:00PM San Francisco, CA
JUN 02 Somo Village Event Center w/ Low Cut Connie, Aaron Lee Tasjan Saturday, 7:00PM Rohnert Park, CA
JUN 03 Redding Civic Auditorium w/ Low Cut Connie, Aaron Lee Tasjan Sunday, 7:00PM Redding, CA
JUN 05 Showbox SoDo w/ Low Cut Connie, Aaron Lee Tasjan Tuesday, 7:00PM Seattle, WA
JUN 07 Showbox SoDo Thursday, 7:00PM Seattle, WA
JUN 09 Commodore Ballroom w/ Aaron Lee Tasjan, Jade Jackson Saturday, 7:00PM Vancouver, Canada
JUN 10 Commodore Ballroom Sunday, 7:00PM Vancouver, Canada
JUN 12 MacEwan Hall w/ Aaron Lee Tasjan, Jade Jackson Tuesday, 7:00PM Calgary, Canada
JUN 13 Union Hall w/ Jade Jackson, Aaron Lee Tasjan Wednesday, 7:00PM Edmonton, Canada
JUN 15 Union Hall Friday, 7:00PM Edmonton, Canada
JUN 16 O’Brian’s Event Centre w/ Jade Jackson, Aaron Lee Tasjan Saturday, 7:00PM Saskatoon, Canada
JUN 17 Burton Cummings Theatre w/ Jade Jackson, Aaron Lee Tasjan Sunday, 7:00PM Winnipeg, Canada
JUN 20 Brenton Skating Plaza w/ Jade Jackson, Aaron Lee Tasjan Wednesday, 7:00PM Des Moines, IA
JUN 22 House of Blues w/ Jade Jackson, Aaron Lee Tasjan Friday, 7:00PM Chicago, IL
JUN 23 House of Blues w/ Jade Jackson, Aaron Lee Tasjan Saturday, 7:00PM Chicago, IL
JUN 24 House of Blues w/ Jade Jackson, Aaron Lee Tasjan Sunday, 7:00PM Chicago, IL
JUN 27 Express Live! w/ Low Cut Connie, Aaron Lee Tasjan Wednesday, 7:00PM Columbus, OH
JUN 28 Pop’s Nightclub & Concert Venue w/ Aaron Lee Tasjan, Low Cut Connie Thursday, 7:00PM Sauget, IL
JUN 29 Summerfest Friday, 7:00PM Milwaukee, WI
JUN 30 Middle of the Map Fest Saturday, 7:00PM Kansas City, MO
JUL 02 Bourbon Theatre w/ Aaron Lee Tasjan, Low Cut Connie Monday, 7:00PM Lincoln, NE
JUL 04 Fox Street Compound Wednesday, 7:00PM Denver, CO
JUL 06 The Depot w/ Low Cut Connie, Aaron Lee Tasjan Friday, 7:00PM Salt Lake City, UT
JUL 07 Knitting Factory w/ Aaron Lee Tasjan, Low Cut Connie Saturday, 7:00PM Boise, ID
JUL 08 Midtown Ballroom w/ Aaron Lee Tasjan, Low Cut Connie Sunday, 7:00PM Bend, OR
JUL 10 Knitting Factory w/ Aaron Lee Tasjan, Low Cut Connie Tuesday, 7:00PM Spokane, WA
JUL 11 Roseland Theater w/ Aaron Lee Tasjan, Low Cut Connie Wednesday, 7:00PM Portland, OR
JUL 12 Roseland Theater w/ Low Cut Connie, Aaron Lee Tasjan Thursday, 8:00PM Portland, OR
JUL 14 Rock the Shores Saturday, 7:00PM Colwood, Canada
JUL 17 Ace of Spades w/ Aaron Lee Tasjan, Low Cut Connie Tuesday, 7:00PM Sacramento, CA
JUL 19 Ace of Spades Thursday, 7:00PM Sacramento, CA
JUL 20 Avila Beach Resort Friday, 7:00PM Avila Beach, CA
SEP 11 The Marquee Tuesday, 7:00PM Tempe, AZ
SEP 13 Stubb’s Thursday, 7:00PM Austin, TX
SEP 14 House of Blues Friday, 7:00PM Dallas, TX
SEP 15 White Oak Music Hall Saturday, 7:00PM Houston, TX
SEP 18 House of Blues Tuesday, 7:00PM New Orleans, LA
SEP 20 House Of Blues Thursday, 7:00PM Orlando, FL
SEP 22 Georgia Theatre Saturday, 7:00PM Athens, GA
SEP 25 The National Tuesday, 7:00PM Richmond, VA
SEP 26 The NorVa Wednesday, 7:00PM Norfolk, VA
SEP 28 Electric Factory Friday, 7:00PM Philadelphia, PA
SEP 29 The Fillmore Saturday, 7:00PM Silver Spring, MD
SEP 30 Sea Hear Now (September 29-30) Sunday, 7:00PM Asbury Park, NJ
OCT 03 The Capitol Theatre Port Chester, NY
OCT 04 The Strand Ballroom & Theatre Thursday, 7:00PM Providence, RI
OCT 05 Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom Friday, 7:00PM Hampton Beach, NH
OCT 06 House of Blues Saturday, 7:00PM Boston, MA
OCT 09 MTELUS Tuesday, 7:00PM Montreal, Canada
OCT 10 The Danforth Music Hall Wednesday, 7:00PM Toronto, Canada
OCT 12 The Fillmore Friday, 7:00PM Detroit, MI
OCT 13 20 Monroe Live Saturday, 7:00PM Grand Rapids, MI
OCT 14 Palace Theatre Sunday, 7:00PM Greensburg, PA
OCT 16 Town Ballroom Tuesday, 7:00PM Buffalo, NY
OCT 19 Bogart’s Friday, 7:00PM Cincinnati, OH
OCT 20 Egyptian Room at Old National Centre Saturday, 7:00PM Indianapolis, IN
OCT 21 Marathon Music Works Sunday, 7:00PM Nashville, TN
OCT 23 Minglewood Hall Tuesday, 7:00PM Memphis, TN
OCT 24 Diamond Ballroom Wednesday, 7:00PM Oklahoma City, OK
OCT 26 Brooklyn Bowl Friday, 7:00PM Las Vegas, NV

Canadian Company Back on Track and the Canadian Kennel Club Announce Thrilling New Partnership

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In what might be described as a “paws across the water” collaboration, Back on Track, distributor of the therapeutic functional fabric line Welltex and the Canadian Kennel Club, the primary registry body for purebred dogs in Canada, announce a multi-faceted, exclusive multi-year partnership destined to benefit both dogs and their two-legged stewards.

The partnership between Back on Track and the Canadian Kennel Club (CKC) pivots on several exciting key points, namely: Back on Track will serve as a sponsor of CKC’s esteemed Top Dogs Program, awarded annually to Canada’s top dogs who accumulate points throughout the year at CKC-sanctioned events. As well, Back on Track will be the exclusive therapeutic supplier of wearable human and dog products to CKC, which will be available in CKC’s online store.

And there’s more. Back on Track, in partnership with a leading Canadian veterinarian, will present a series of blogs with advice and information on sport-dog injuries and leading-edge rehabilitation strategies published on CKC’s blog, The Dish. This valuable content will support CKC’s 19,000 members and all Canadian dog owners as they pursue their passion for participating in dog sports. Stay tuned for additional benefits exclusively for CKC members.

Back on Track — first on the market and continually at the forefront of therapeutic fabric technology assisting dogs, horses, and humans with a wide selection of outstanding products like leg wraps, braces, blankets, and mats — is delighted to align with the esteemed CKC, which registers some 50,000 puppies per year while sanctioning 3,000 events at 600 breed and performance clubs.

Back on Track sells therapeutic human, horse and dog products that are specifically designed to positively impact chronic pain and athletic pain symptoms using a functional fabric called Welltex. Established in Sweden in 2000 by a medical doctor, Welltex is the fusion of bio-ceramic minerals with fabric thread that has the ability to absorb near-infrared energy waves of the body (the body’s heat signature) and release back into the body far-infrared energy waves. The latter are emitted back into the tissue to a depth of several centimetres, resulting in vaso-dilation which increases blood circulation and oxygen delivery on a cellular level. The result is a non-invasive pain management tool which may help relieve muscle tension and strengthen the body’s own ability to reduce inflammation, manage pain, and heal injuries. Whether in the form of a soothing dog blanket for performance canines, an agility-enhancing leg wrap for competitive dogs or a supportive knee brace for humans, Back on Track® products perceptibly combat pain and boost strength and dexterity… whatever the species. Thousands of users worldwide testify to the power of Welltex which was first on the market and remains at the forefront of therapeutic fabric technology with a wide selection of products. 

Jessie J Announces First-Ever North American Tour

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British singer Jessie J’s fourth album R.O.S.E. featuring the single “Queen,” rolled out last week. Each EP represents a difference theme: Realisations, Obsessions, Sex and Empowerment. In the meantime, she’s announced her first-ever North American fall tour in support of the release.

Tickets go on-sale Friday, June 1 at 10 a.m. local time.

Here are the tour dates:
10/3 — Vancouver, BC, The Vogue
10/4 — Portland, OR, Crystal Ballroom
10/6 — Seattle, WA, Showbox SoDo
10/8 — Salt Lake City, UT, The Depot
10/9 — Englewood, CO, Gothic Theatre
10/11 — Minneapolis, MN, State Theater
10/12 — Chicago, IL, The Riviera
10/14 — Detroit, MI, Royal Oak Music Hall
10/16 — Toronto, ON, Rebel
10/17 — Montreal, QC, MTELUS
10/19 — New York, NY, Hammersten Ballroom
10/20 — Philadelphia, PA, Electric Factory
10/22 — Boston, MA, House of Blues
10/23 — Silver Spring, MD, The Fillmore
10/25 — Atlanta, GA, Buckhead Theatre
10/28 — Houston, TX, House of Blues
10/29 — Dallas, TX, House of Blues
10/31 — Phoenix, AZ, Van Buren
11/1 — Los Angeles, CA, The Wiltern
11/4 — San Francisco, CA, The Warfield

Steven Hyden’s book Twilight of the Gods shows the possible end of Classic Rock

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The author of the critically acclaimed Your Favorite Band is Killing Me, Steven Hyden’s book Twilight of the Gods offers an eye-opening exploration of the state of classic rock, its past and future, the impact it has had, and what its loss would mean to an industry, a culture, and a way of life.

Since the late 1960s, a legendary cadre of artists—including the Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Bruce Springsteen, Fleetwood Mac, the Eagles, Black Sabbath, and the Who—has revolutionized popular culture and the sounds of our lives. While their songs still get airtime and some of these bands continue to tour, its idols are leaving the stage permanently. Can classic rock remain relevant as these legends die off, or will this major musical subculture fade away as many have before, Steven Hyden asks.

In this mix of personal memoir, criticism, and journalism, Hyden stands witness as classic rock reaches the precipice. Traveling to the eclectic places where geriatric rockers are still making music, he talks to the artists and fans who have aged with them, explores the ways that classic rock has changed the culture, investigates the rise and fall of classic rock radio, and turns to live bootlegs, tell-all rock biographies, and even the liner notes of rock’s greatest masterpieces to tell the story of what this music meant, and how it will be remembered, for fans like himself.

Twilight of the Gods is also Hyden’s story. Celebrating his love of this incredible music that has taken him from adolescence to fatherhood, he ponders two essential questions: Is it time to give up on his childhood heroes, or can this music teach him about growing old with his hopes and dreams intact? And what can we all learn from rock gods and their music—are they ephemeral or eternal?

Get it here.

Underworld and Iggy Pop Just Released A New Single “Bells & Circles” And Holy Smokes, It’s GREAT

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Underworld & Iggy Pop have released a collaborative track Bells & Circles. The song was recorded in London during an afternoon tea encounter, as if this sort of brilliant hookup happens daily. Well, it might if you’re Underworld or Iggy Pop, but the fact it features Iggy delivering a spoken word account about when it was acceptable to smoke on airplanes, that makes it even more super.

Check it out below.

Canada’s Music Incubator Now Accepting Applications For Summer And Fall 2018

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Canada’s Music Incubator is now accepting applications for their late summer and fall 2018 offerings of Artist Entrepreneur (Aug/Sept) and Artist Manager (Oct/Nov) in Toronto, ON. Both programs help emerging artists and artist managers across all genres build their businesses and careers through customized mentorship and professional development.

Artists and managers work hands-on with CMI and their robust network of trusted music industry professionals to develop their business, craft and confidence in the areas of revenue development, marketing, branding, social media, publicity, streaming, radio, copyright, promotion, touring, funding, team building, contracts and more. Artists will also experience an in-depth suite of creative workshops, including live and studio performance, vocals and songwriting collaborations.

“What stuck out to me about Artist Entrepreneur,” says award-winning artist, IsKwé, “wasn’t just the learning experience, but the relationships that were built—both with the team at CMI and within the broader music industry.  Everyone was really invested in helping the artists build their business, and that’s not always easy to find in this industry!”

Scottie Irving, Ottawa-based artist manager reflects, “When I started managing artists, I had nothing but hopes, hunches, and assumptions. Artist Manager helped me organize the chaos by giving me access to priceless knowledge, proven expertise and informed advice. It saved me from having to learn countless things the hard way.”

“Success is defined by the artist or manager,” says Vel Omazic, CMI’s executive director, “we exist as an organization to help them, regardless of genre or style, to bring focus to their goals and to provide them with the tools, processes and support needed to fill the gaps in their business and creative development.”

Ongoing access to CMI mentors and industry resources for artists and managers is included, at no additional cost, as a part of both programs.

Space for both sessions is limited.  Apply online today!

Artist Entrepreneur – August 7 to September 28, 2018 – Tuesdays to Fridays – 10am-4pm

Artist Manager – October 9 to November 30, 2018 – Tuesdays to Fridays – 10am-4pm

For more information on CMI programs visit: http://canadasmusicincubator.com

Or contact Jesse.Mitchell@CanadasMusicIncubator.com

 

“Christopher Robin” Official Trailer Is Out, And Yes It’ll Make You Laugh And Cry For Your Lost Childhood

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Out of the Wood. Into the city. Watch the brand new trailer for Disney’s Christopher Robin. See the film in theatres August 3.

Famous PEOPLE Players Dinner Theatre Honours Andy Kim with the Daring To Dream Award

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Andy Kim has added a new award this month to his list of accolades. The Famous PEOPLE Players Dinner Theatre has honoured the Canadian music icon behind classic hits such as “Sugar, Sugar” and “Rock Me Gently” with the Daring To Dream Award in applause for his continued charity work within the community.

“Famous PEOPLE Players honoured the great Andy Kim with the Daring To Dream Award for his tireless work to so many charitable organizations,” says Famous PEOPLE Players’ Diane Dupuy. On his award, FPP said “Andy Kim is a renowned artist who inspires his audience through his musical lyrics! Not only is he known for his hit songs “Rock Me Gently” and “Sugar, Sugar”, but mostly for the silent use of his humanitarian talents and music by helping to make this world a better place.”

Famous PEOPLE Players Dinner Theatre is known for their exquisite, animated performances featuring life-size caricatures and props, all defying gravity before your eyes.

Andy Kim was born in Montreal, and found fame in New York City at just 16 years old when he wrote “How’d We Ever Get This Way?” — the first of what would be 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 is currently using their own version of Sugar, Sugar in their campaigns to celebrate their 50th Anniversary throughout 2017 and into 2018.

“It was a magical evening,” says Dupuy of the sold-out crowd in attendance May 12th. “His music came to life on stage under the illumination of black light, which enthralled the audience to standing ovation.

“The money raised supported our educational programs for schools to attend performances and workshops by FPP.”

Warner Music Canada Teams Up With Chevrolet And Boots & Hearts Music Festival To Find Canada’s Next Country Music Superstar

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Warner Music Canada – home of Brett Kissel and Meghan Patrick, Canadian country music’s reigning Male and Female Vocalists of the Year as well as top charting artists The Washboard Union and Aaron Goodvin – are teaming up with Chevrolet and the Boots & Hearts Music Festival held annually in Oro-Medonte, Ontario to find Canada’s next Country Music Superstar.

The Boots and Hearts Emerging Artist Showcase kicks off today with a nationwide search where musicians are encouraged to put together a 1 – 2 minute video that includes some performance as well as their own personal story.  Videos can then be uploaded to bootsandhearts.com/showcase . The deadline for submissions is June 15, 2018.  Seven finalists will be chosen from all the submissions and announced June 29.  Between June 29 and July 13, voting will be held on Chevrolet Canada’s YouTube channel to select the eighth finalist.  All finalists will perform at the Boots & Hearts Emerging Artist Showcase at the festival on August 9.  The winner will be announced on August 12, the final day of the festival, and will perform in front of thousands of country music fans on Boots and Hearts mainstage ahead of Brett Young and Thomas Rhett.

The winner of the 2018 Boots & Hearts Emerging Artist Showcase will win a 5-day trip for two to Nashville, a writing session with a premiere Nashville producer or songwriters, a professional photo shoot; a recording session and Warner Music Canada will release a recorded single to all download and streaming providers.

The Boots & Hearts Music Festival takes place August 9 – 12 at Burl’s Creek in Toronto’s Backyard.  Tickets can be purchased at www.bootsandhearts.com.