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Obama, Springsteen boost Harris as she warns of ‘brutally serious’ consequences if Trump wins
Read full article: Obama, Springsteen boost Harris as she warns of ‘brutally serious’ consequences if Trump winsBruce Springsteen and Barack Obama lent their star power to Kamala Harris’ quest for the presidency on Thursday as the vice president implored Georgia voters to consider the “brutally serious” consequences if Donald Trump wins a second term in the White House.
Patti Scialfa, Springsteen's wife and bandmate, reveals cancer diagnosis
Read full article: Patti Scialfa, Springsteen's wife and bandmate, reveals cancer diagnosisPatti Scialfa (Skee-AHL-fah), Bruce Springsteen’s wife and E Street bandmate, says she has been dealing with multiple myeloma, a form of blood cancer.
Veterans’ fundraiser draws Bruce Springsteen, Jerry Seinfeld, Questlove and Norah Jones
Read full article: Veterans’ fundraiser draws Bruce Springsteen, Jerry Seinfeld, Questlove and Norah JonesJerry Seinfeld, Bruce Springsteen, Jim Gaffigan, Norah Jones, Questlove and the ever-present Jon Stewart will stand up later this year at the annual Stand Up for Heroes fundraiser.
Pop group ABBA ask Donald Trump to stop using their songs, but Trump team says they have the OK
Read full article: Pop group ABBA ask Donald Trump to stop using their songs, but Trump team says they have the OKSwedish supergroup ABBA has asked Donald Trump to stop using their music at campaign rallies, but the Republican presidential nominee’s campaign says it has permission.
Artists who object to Trump using their songs from Celine Dion and Isaac Hayes' estate: How it works
Read full article: Artists who object to Trump using their songs from Celine Dion and Isaac Hayes' estate: How it worksPop powerhouses, American classics, British artists and estates of deceased legends — many musicians have objected to former president Donald Trump using their songs at campaign events.
Toronto Film Festival lineup includes movies from Angelina Jolie, Mike Leigh, more
Read full article: Toronto Film Festival lineup includes movies from Angelina Jolie, Mike Leigh, moreThe Angelina Jolie-directed war film “Without Blood,” a documentary about Bruce Springsteen and Mike Leigh’s contemporary tragicomedy “Hard Truths” will have their world premieres at the Toronto International Film Festival this fall.
Steve Van Zandt gets rock star treatment in new documentary
Read full article: Steve Van Zandt gets rock star treatment in new documentaryAs a musician, writer, producer, actor, and activist, Steve Van Zandt has expressed himself artistically in many ways for more than 50 years and now he has his own documentary, “Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple.”.
Photos offer a glimpse of Bonnaroo music festival in Tennessee
Read full article: Photos offer a glimpse of Bonnaroo music festival in TennesseeThe Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival is underway in Tennessee, bringing tens of thousands of fans to a 700-acre farm campground and concert venue for more than 150 performances this weekend.
Duane Eddy, twangy guitar hero of early rock, dead at age 86
Read full article: Duane Eddy, twangy guitar hero of early rock, dead at age 86Duane Eddy, a pioneering guitar hero whose reverberating electric sound on instrumentals such as “Rebel Rouser,” “Forty Miles of Bad Road" and “Cannonball” helped put the twang in early rock ‘n’ roll and influenced George Harrison, Bruce Springsteen and countless other musicians, has died at age 86.
Hits for sale: Notable artists who have had their music catalogs sell for big money
Read full article: Hits for sale: Notable artists who have had their music catalogs sell for big moneyKiss agreed to sell their catalog, brand name and IP to Swedish company Pophouse in a deal estimated to be over $300 million.
Bruce Springsteen becomes first international songwriter made a fellow of Britain's Ivors Academy
Read full article: Bruce Springsteen becomes first international songwriter made a fellow of Britain's Ivors AcademyBruce Springsteen is the first international songwriter to be named a fellow of The Ivors Academy, the U.
Bruce Springsteen returns to the stage in Phoenix after health issues postponed his 2023 world tour
Read full article: Bruce Springsteen returns to the stage in Phoenix after health issues postponed his 2023 world tourBruce Springsteen and the E Street Band returned to the stage at the Footprint Center in Phoenix in a triumphant reboot of the Boss’ postponed 2023 world tour.
What to stream this weekend: Ariana Grande, 'Wonka,' Garth Brooks, animal queens and 'Poor Things'
Read full article: What to stream this weekend: Ariana Grande, 'Wonka,' Garth Brooks, animal queens and 'Poor Things'This week’s new streaming entertainment releases include a new album from pop princess Ariana Grande, a docuseries on National Geographic that follows female leaders of the animal kingdom and the Emma Stone-led “Poor Things” landing on Hulu, just in time for the Academy Awards.
New Jersey comes West to kick off Grammy weekend with native sons Jon Bon Jovi and Bruce Springsteen
Read full article: New Jersey comes West to kick off Grammy weekend with native sons Jon Bon Jovi and Bruce SpringsteenNew Jersey was front and center in Los Angeles two nights before the Grammy Awards.
What to stream this weekend: Donald Glover, Run-D.M.C., 'Choir' and bye to 'Curb Your Enthusiasm'
Read full article: What to stream this weekend: Donald Glover, Run-D.M.C., 'Choir' and bye to 'Curb Your Enthusiasm'This week’s new streaming entertainment releases include the launch of the final season of “Curb Your Enthusiasm" on Sunday, Donald Glover starring as a spy in the new TV series “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” and a documentary on Run-D.
Inside the 2024 Golden Globes: What you didn’t see on camera
Read full article: Inside the 2024 Golden Globes: What you didn’t see on cameraThe Golden Globe Awards likes to think of itself as the party of the year, but instead of a debauched, champagne-fueled romp, it can sometimes feel more like a strange high school reunion for the extremely famous.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour is the first tour to gross over $1 billion, Pollstar says
Read full article: Taylor Swift's Eras Tour is the first tour to gross over $1 billion, Pollstar saysTaylor Swift's incomparable year has reached another milestone — the concert trade publication Pollstar says Swift’s Eras Tour has earned more than $1 billion.
Lucinda Williams talks about writing and performing rock 'n' roll after her stroke
Read full article: Lucinda Williams talks about writing and performing rock 'n' roll after her strokeOn Saturday, the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams embarked on her 2023 tour, kicking off at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville.
Bruce Springsteen postpones all 2023 tour dates until 2024 as he recovers from peptic ulcer disease
Read full article: Bruce Springsteen postpones all 2023 tour dates until 2024 as he recovers from peptic ulcer diseaseBruce Springsteen and the E Street Band’s 2023 tour will be postponed until 2024, citing doctor’s advice.
Rolling Stone co-founder Jann Wenner removed from Rock Hall leadership after controversial comments
Read full article: Rolling Stone co-founder Jann Wenner removed from Rock Hall leadership after controversial commentsJann Wenner, a founder of both Rolling Stone magazine and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, has been removed from the hall’s board of directors after making comments that were seen as disparaging toward Black and female musicians.
Bruce Springsteen postpones September shows, citing doctor’s advice regarding peptic ulcers
Read full article: Bruce Springsteen postpones September shows, citing doctor’s advice regarding peptic ulcersThe Boss is taking an unexpected breather and postponing his September shows, citing doctors’ orders.
The Gaslight Anthem were labeled 'Bruce Springsteen copycats.' Now the Boss is on their new single
Read full article: The Gaslight Anthem were labeled 'Bruce Springsteen copycats.' Now the Boss is on their new singleFor years, a common critique of the beloved New Jersey rock band The Gaslight Anthem was to label them “Bruce Springsteen” copycats.
Springsteen has mortality on his mind but celebration in his songs at London show
Read full article: Springsteen has mortality on his mind but celebration in his songs at London showBruce Springsteen has avoided a repeat of having his microphone unplugged at Hyde Park by easily beating a late-night curfew at a London show.
Springsteen, Kaling, Louis-Dreyfus among 22 honored by Biden
Read full article: Springsteen, Kaling, Louis-Dreyfus among 22 honored by BidenPresident Joe Biden welcomed a high-wattage collection of singers, authors, artists and humanitarians to the White House on Tuesday to present them with medals — and then stole the show himself with a quip about seeking reelection.
Illness sidelines Springsteen tour as 3 concerts postponed
Read full article: Illness sidelines Springsteen tour as 3 concerts postponedBruce Springsteen's show Tuesday in Albany, New York, has become the third concert in a week postponed by the New Jersey rocker for illness reasons, a month into his first major tour in six years."
After ticket flap, Springsteen's fan magazine shutting down
Read full article: After ticket flap, Springsteen's fan magazine shutting downA fan publication devoted to Bruce Springsteen says it is shutting down after 43 years, with its publisher saying he's been disillusioned by the talk about ticket prices for their hero's current tour.
Rolling Stones to release star-stuffed 2012 live recording
Read full article: Rolling Stones to release star-stuffed 2012 live recordingThe Rolling Stones plan to release what they’re calling their “ultimate live greatest hits album” with appearances by Lady Gaga, Bruce Springsteen, Gary Clark Jr. and The Black Keys.
New this week: 'Spirited,' Pokémon, 'Nope' and 'Slumberland'
Read full article: New this week: 'Spirited,' Pokémon, 'Nope' and 'Slumberland'This week’s new entertainment releases include an album by Neil Young & Crazy Horse, a documentary about how Mickey Mouse became beloved by children and adults and a cash machine for Disney’s growing entertainment empire, and Chris Hemsworth puts himself and his body to the test in National Geographic’s “Limitless.”.
New this week: Bruce Springsteen, 'The Big Brunch' and Sonic
Read full article: New this week: Bruce Springsteen, 'The Big Brunch' and SonicThis week’s new entertainment releases include albums by Bruce Springsteen and Louis Tomlinson, Olivia Wilde's “Don't Worry Darling” hits HBO Max, and Dan Levy of Emmy-winning “Schitt’s Creek” fame has “The Big Brunch,” a cooking competition he created and hosts.
Antitrust trial puts book publishing industry in the dock
Read full article: Antitrust trial puts book publishing industry in the dockThe Justice Department’s legal effort to block the merger of book publishing giants Penguin Random House and Simon & Schuster is more than just a showcase for the Biden administration’s tougher approach to corporate consolidation.
Lamar closes Glastonbury with call for women's rights
Read full article: Lamar closes Glastonbury with call for women's rightsRapper Kendrick Lamar has closed this year’s Glastonbury Festival with a powerful headline set that saw him chant “Godspeed for women’s rights” as fake blood poured down his face from a crown of thorns.
Celebrities go online to voice support for Ukraine
Read full article: Celebrities go online to voice support for UkraineA group of inter-generational stars from film, TV, sports and music — including Bruce Springsteen, Hugh Jackman, Elton John and Jon Bon Jovi, Jonas Brothers and Billie Eilish — have signed up for a social media campaign to show support for Ukraine.
Dick Kelsey, beloved AP broadcast editor, dies at age 76
Read full article: Dick Kelsey, beloved AP broadcast editor, dies at age 76Dick Kelsey, a retired Associated Press broadcast editor who was revered as much for his humor as his hardworking nature, has died after a seven-year battle with cancer.
Generations sing to Joni Mitchell in pre-Grammys tribute
Read full article: Generations sing to Joni Mitchell in pre-Grammys tributeGenerations of artists paid tribute to the five-decade career of Joni Mitchell, who was honored as the MusiCares Person of the Year at a gala two days before the Grammys.
Khan, Lauper, Beck to play MusiCares Joni Mitchell tribute
Read full article: Khan, Lauper, Beck to play MusiCares Joni Mitchell tributeChaka Khan, Cyndi Lauper and Beck will be among those performing in tribute to Joni Mitchell when she’s honored as the 2022 MusiCares Person of the Year by the Recording Academy.
EXPLAINER: What will Neil Young's protest mean for Spotify?
Read full article: EXPLAINER: What will Neil Young's protest mean for Spotify?Neil Young's protest against Spotify over podcaster Joe Rogan is rocking the world's most popular streaming service, and it's putting a spotlight on its business priorities.
Rogan responds to Spotify protest, COVID advisories
Read full article: Rogan responds to Spotify protest, COVID advisoriesSpotify is pledging to combat the spread of COVID-19 misinformation as part of a damage-control campaign sparked by musician Neil Young, who called out the streaming service’s top podcaster for amplifying vaccine skepticism.
New this week: Mellencamp, Hilary Duff and 'Fraggle Rock'
Read full article: New this week: Mellencamp, Hilary Duff and 'Fraggle Rock'This week’s new entertainment releases include a new album of rootsy rock from John Mellencamp, the return of puppet friends from “Fraggle Rock” and a virtual Sundance Film Festival where all the selections can be streamed.
Ken Kragen, who helped organize 'We Are the World,' dies
Read full article: Ken Kragen, who helped organize 'We Are the World,' diesKen Kragen, a top entertainment producer, manager and philanthropist who turned to such clients as Lionel Richie and Kenny Rogers in helping to organize the 1985 all-star charity single “We Are the World,” has died.
'No Nukes' footage bypasses Springsteen's aversion to film
Read full article: 'No Nukes' footage bypasses Springsteen's aversion to filmDespite Bruce Springsteen's long-time aversion to having his concerts filmed — he says it was a superstition — a new DVD offers a relatively rare look at him and his E Street Band during a peak period in the late 1970s.
Reopening of 'Aladdin' on Broadway halted by COVID-19 cases
Read full article: Reopening of 'Aladdin' on Broadway halted by COVID-19 casesThe hit Broadway show “Aladdin” was canceled Wednesday night when breakthrough COVID-19 cases were reported within the musical’s company, a day after the show reopened, a worrying sign for Broadway.
Cheers greet the reopening of three mega-hit Broadway shows
Read full article: Cheers greet the reopening of three mega-hit Broadway showsKristin Chenoweth, Julie Taymor and Lin-Manuel Miranda welcomed back boisterous audiences to “Wicked,” “The Lion King” and “Hamilton” for the first time since the start of the pandemic, marking Tuesday as the unofficial return of Broadway.
Media outlets recall country's unity after Sept. 11 attacks
Read full article: Media outlets recall country's unity after Sept. 11 attacksMedia outlets that often spend hours each day exploring the country's differences paused to mark the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks by recalling almost wistfully the sense of common purpose that united Americans in the aftermath.
Henri thwarts Central Park concert hailing NYC virus rebound
Read full article: Henri thwarts Central Park concert hailing NYC virus reboundA superstar-laden Central Park concert meant to celebrate New York City’s recovery from the coronavirus was cut short because of severe weather as Hurricane Henri approached.
Springsteen, US fall to Swedes in jump off, earn silver
Read full article: Springsteen, US fall to Swedes in jump off, earn silverJessica Springsteen and the U.S. equestrian jumping team came up just short of Olympic gold, falling to Sweden in a jump off that still left the Americans with a record 10th medal in the event.
New this week: 'Jungle Cruise' and music from Prince, Eilish
Read full article: New this week: 'Jungle Cruise' and music from Prince, EilishThis week’s new entertainment releases include new music from producer and multiinstrumentalist Jack Antonoff and Billie Eilish, whose upcoming “Happier Than Ever” is the second studio album from the 19-year-old superstar.
Bruce Springsteen's daughter makes Olympic equestrian team
Read full article: Bruce Springsteen's daughter makes Olympic equestrian teamThe daughter of rock icon Bruce Springsteen and singer-songwriter Patti Scialfa has been selected as one of four riders on the U.S. jumping team that will compete at the Tokyo Olympics.
NYC concert lineup: Springsteen, Paul Simon, Jennifer Hudson
Read full article: NYC concert lineup: Springsteen, Paul Simon, Jennifer HudsonNew York City Mayor Bill de Blasio says Bruce Springsteen, Paul Simon and Jennifer Hudson will headline an August concert in Central Park marking the city’s comeback from the coronavirus pandemic.
Jacobs’ post-pandemic runway: Parading puffers in patterns
Read full article: Jacobs’ post-pandemic runway: Parading puffers in patternsIn another unmistakable sign that New York is coming back to life, Marc Jacobs celebrated a long-awaited return to in-person fashion shows when he presented his fall collection Monday evening at the grand Fifth Avenue branch of the New York Public Library.
The Latest: LA County urges indoor masks even if vaccinated
Read full article: The Latest: LA County urges indoor masks even if vaccinatedHealth officials in Los Angeles County are recommending, but not making mandatory that people wear masks indoors in public places regardless of their vaccination status.
Juanes visits the origins of his inspiration in 10th album
Read full article: Juanes visits the origins of his inspiration in 10th albumAfter experimenting with different types of music, Juanes returns to his roots with “Origen,” a covers album in which he pays tribute to the most influential artists in his life and career.
Bruce Springsteen receives this year's Woody Guthrie Prize
Read full article: Bruce Springsteen receives this year's Woody Guthrie PrizeBruce Springsteen has won the Woody Guthrie Prize, which is given annually to an artist seen as carrying on the spirit of the folk singer whose music focused on the plight of the poor and disenfranchised.
Memorabilia from Springsteen to 'Phantom' set for auction
Read full article: Memorabilia from Springsteen to 'Phantom' set for auctionCelebrities including Bruce Springsteen, Hugh Jackman, Elton John, Bette Midler, Christine Baranski, Steve Martin and Tina Fey have raided their closets to offer up personal items for a charity online auction.
Obama in upcoming podcast credits his mother for his path
Read full article: Obama in upcoming podcast credits his mother for his pathBruce Springsteen, left, appears with former President Barack Obama during their podcast of conversations recorded at Springsteen's home studio in New Jersey. The eight-episode series covers their upbringings, racism, fatherhood and even recall a White House singalong around a piano. (Rob DeMartin/Spotify via AP)NEW YORK – Former President Barack Obama reveals in an upcoming podcast with rocker Bruce Springsteen that he chose a career of public service in part due to his mother, an acknowledgement that lands in the middle of Women’s History Month. Obama's mother, Ann Dunham, was an anthropologist who worked to help improve the lives of the poor in Indonesia. But it has blossomed into deeper conversations since he left office, Obama said in the first episode.
Patti Smith returns to singing live with Brooklyn concert
Read full article: Patti Smith returns to singing live with Brooklyn concertCORRECTS DAY OF CONCERT - FILE - Patti Smith attends a special screening of "Pavarotti" at the iPic Theater in New York on May 28, 2019. Smith performed six songs as well as read poetry and excerpts from her book “Just Kids” in the Beaux-Arts Court at the museum, her voice bouncing off the skylight 60 feet above. It was a concert to also honor museum workers and drew just under 50 people, all socially distanced in widely spaced chairs. The Smith concert came on the same day in 1989 that Mapplethorpe died at age 42. It also marked the one-year anniversary of when Smith last performed live, at The Fillmore in San Francisco.
'Reply All' podcast paused amid charges of toxic behavior
Read full article: 'Reply All' podcast paused amid charges of toxic behaviorFormer employees at Gimlet Media, the podcast’s publisher, charged that two people behind “Reply All” had exhibited behavior similar to what they were investigating at Bon Appetit. The editor of Bon Appetit, Adam Rapoport, resigned last year after an old photo of him and his wife dressed in stereotypical Puerto Rican costumes surfaced on social media. The “Reply All” series on Bon Appetit was reported over eight months. In the second episode of the podcast, Pinnamaneni confessed to regrets about her own past behavior and how she reacted to the union drive. Staffers want to tell what happened and the podcast is paused as they try to understand what went wrong, he said.
Drunken driving charge against Bruce Springsteen dropped
Read full article: Drunken driving charge against Bruce Springsteen droppedSpringsteen is facing a drunken driving charge for an incident in New Jersey in November. He received citations for driving while under the influence, reckless driving and consuming alcohol in a closed area. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP, File)The government dropped drunken driving and reckless driving charges against Bruce Springsteen on Wednesday stemming from an incident in November, admitting that the rocker's blood-alcohol level was so low that it didn't warrant the charges. Springsteen pleaded guilty to a third charge, consuming alcohol in a closed area, the Gateway National Recreation Area. “I had two small shots of tequila,” Springsteen said in response to questions from an assistant U.S. attorney.
Podcast odd couple: Obama, Springsteen in Spotify series
Read full article: Podcast odd couple: Obama, Springsteen in Spotify seriesBruce Springsteen, left, appears with former President Barack Obama during their podcast of conversations recorded at Springsteen's home studio in New Jersey. The eight-episode series covers their upbringings, racism, fatherhood and even recall a White House singalong around a piano. (Rob DeMartin/Spotify via AP)NEW YORK – Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen are teaming up for an eight-episode Spotify podcast series, swapping stories about their upbringings and even a White House singalong around a piano. The seemingly offbeat relationship between the former president and rock star began when Springsteen performed benefits for Obama during his presidential campaigns. Springsteen uses a few of those guitars during the course of the podcast.