Justin Timberlake Shines At Roseland Ballroom

May 7th, 2013 10:31am EDT
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Justin Timberlake rocked the Roseland Ballroom last night in New York City to a sold out crowd. Sponsored by MasterCard Priceless Premieres, fans were treated to songs from all three of Timberlake's studio albums, as well as a sexified cover of "Need You Tonight" by INXS. Jay-Z wasn't in the house, but wife Jessica Biel and Lonely Island cohort Andy Samberg were, and towards the end of the set Timbaland made a surprise guest appearance.

Just recently, Timberlake tweeted out a photo from the studio announcing a September 30th date for the second part of his 20/20 Experience. He also announc...
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7 Bands At Coachella You Don't Want to Miss

April 12th, 2013 8:00am EDT
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The Coachella Festival has an awesome lineup this year. With so many great artists to hear, you need a plan to help you plot your day. Make sure you catch these musicians on this list, which covers some of the latest must-see groups as well as some legends.

1.) Blur

Blur led the second British Invasion during the 1990s. While American bands like Nirvana were trying to avoid musical excess, Blur indulged liberally to create a new form of pop music that melded the best aspects of rock, funk, and noise.

They came onto the scene around the same time that Oasis hit the international stage. An...
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Nora Kirkpatrick Talks 'The Office' Role, Magnetic Zeros Tour

April 4th, 2013 1:15pm EDT
Nora Kirkpatrick
You'll be seeing Nora Kirkpatrick in many places. The actress-musician is not only appearing in a multi-episode arc during the final season of The Office, but she's about to hit the road as the accordion player-keyboardist-vocalist in Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros. BFTV recently checked in with Nora to talk about how she mixes acting with music, what fans can expect on the band's tour, and what she loves the most about herself.

"Music and acting have both always been a huge part of my life equally in tandem, and I can't really imagine my life without one or the other," she confided....
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Must-See Summer Concert Tours - Timberlake, Beyonce, Springsteen & More

March 22nd, 2013 3:10pm EDT
Justin Timberlake
Summer concerts are just around the corner, and this year's line up has something for everyone - no matter what your musical taste is.

Jay-Z and Justin Timberlake are teaming up for a 12-date summer stadium tour to promote JT's new album, "The 20/20 Experience." Catch them in cities such as New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago.

Beyonce will not be home alone with baby Blue Ivy while her hubby Jay-Z traverses the country. The pop star is hitting the road in April for her "Mrs. Carter" tour that will take her all the way from Serbia to Brooklyn, New York.

British boyband One Direction will t...
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Concert Promoters Cancel Michelle Shocked Shows After Anti-Gay Marriage Rant

March 20th, 2013 8:21am EDT
Michelle Shocked
Several of singer Michelle Shocked's tour dates have been canceled as a direct result of her homophobic remarks at a concert in San Francisco, Calif., on Sunday night.

Ten of the 11 gigs she had scheduled for the remainder of March through April have been axed after the born-again Christian slammed gay marriage at Yoshi's, according to Billboard.com.

Shocked reportedly said during the gig: "When they stop Prop 8 (law outlawing same sex marriage in California) and force priests at gunpoint to marry gays, it will be the downfall of civilisation, and Jesus will come back... You can go on Twi...
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Morrissey Battles Pneumonia, Cancels North American tour

March 16th, 2013 9:08am EDT
Morrissey
As he continues to battle various health issues, Morrissey has been forced to cancel the remainder of his North American tour.

In January, Morrissey scrapped a series of dates due to a bleeding ulcer and throat condition Barrett's oesophagus.
 
While in San Francisco, Calif., over the weekend, the former frontman of The Smiths was diagnosed with double pneumonia, and he cancelled a gig in the city on Saturday. On Thursday, he axed a second performance at the Vive Latino festival in Mexico City.

The singer was scheduled to play a concert in Lawrence, Kansas, on Monday, but he has canceled ...
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Justin Bieber Escapes Fine Over London Concert Delay

March 6th, 2013 12:49pm EST
Justin Bieber
Justin Bieber has avoided a fine from local authorities over his late-running London show on Monday night.

The Baby hit-maker issued an apology after he delayed the start of his performance at the O2 Arena and infuriated parents, many of whom had to take their young children home before the star appeared on stage.

Subsequent reports suggested Bieber had landed a massive $480,000 fine from officials at the local Greenwich Council for breaking their rules governing performances at the venue, but authorities have now revealed the star is not facing a financial penalty.

A statement from G...
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4 Must See Bands In 2013

March 5th, 2013 7:30pm EST
The 2013 music scene is experiencing a revival of acoustic, indie, and vintage sounds. Bands like Mumford & Sons and other small-town bands are stealing the spotlight while the oldies are getting a second wind. Here are four amazing in-concert bands that you should see this year:

Folk Rock: Mumford & Sons

Recently catapulted to fame after the smashing success of "Babel," Mumford & Sons’ concerts are full of fast strumming and fiddling, in addition to emotion-packed lyrics and a driving beat. The British band gathered most of their fans from constant concerts that allow their songs to gr...
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'The Voice' Finalist Chris Mann Reveals PBS Special Airdates, Headlining Tour

February 25th, 2013 2:33pm EST
Chris Mann
The Chris Mann Experience keeps on rolling. Today, the Team Christina finalist from Season 2 of NBC's The Voice not only announced specific airdates for his Chris Mann In Concert PBS special - but a nationwide headlining tour!

Chris Mann In Concert, which was taped last fall in Detroit and has already aired there, will now air nationwide beginning as early as March 2. The special - featuring Martina McBride and Mindi Abair - will then reair throughout the month. Air dates and times depend on your local PBS station, and Chris has helpfully provided a list of all the participating channels a...
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Lady Gaga Can't Walk, Is 'Devastated & Heartsick' Over Canceled Concerts

February 13th, 2013 8:18am EST
Lady Gaga
A health issue has left Lady Gaga unable to walk, so the pop star has been forced to postpone a series of concerts on her North American tour.

The singer was scheduled to take her "Born This Way Ball" to Chicago, Illinois; Detroit, Michigan; and Hamilton, Ontario this week, but due to a case of synovitis (severe inflammation of joints ) her doctor has ordered her to cancel several shows in order to rest up and recover.

She wrote on Facebook: "There's an unfortunate announcement coming out right now, concerning myself and the Born This Way Ball. Im so sorry. I barely know what to say. I'v...
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