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Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Joss Stone bringing the soul to Houston for ‘Ellipsis’ tour
Read full article: Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Joss Stone bringing the soul to Houston for ‘Ellipsis’ tourJoss is chatting all about the new tour, and what fans can expect from Friday’s show at the Bayou Music Center.
Eagles turning Las Vegas Sphere into ‘Hotel California’ with 4-weekend residency
Read full article: Eagles turning Las Vegas Sphere into ‘Hotel California’ with 4-weekend residencyThe Las Vegas Sphere will be giving southern California vibes later this year when the Eagles take over the iconic venue for a four-weekend residency that starts on Friday, Sept. 20.
Celebrate faith and freedom this Juneteenth at Galveston’s 3rd annual Emancipation Celebration
Read full article: Celebrate faith and freedom this Juneteenth at Galveston’s 3rd annual Emancipation CelebrationAs the church continues to be a pillar within the Black community, those in Galveston are gearing up to celebrate the Juneteenth holiday with Grammy-Award winning gospel artist Fred Hammond.
Checking in with Bun B ahead of epic ‘All American Takeover’ RodeoHouston performance
Read full article: Checking in with Bun B ahead of epic ‘All American Takeover’ RodeoHouston performanceFrom how he's getting ready, to what he's most excited for fans to see – we caught up with the Trill OG ahead of his 'All American Takeover' tonight!
Madonna calls out fan for sitting at concert before realizing they were in wheelchair
Read full article: Madonna calls out fan for sitting at concert before realizing they were in wheelchairFans are cringing online after Madonna questioned a concertgoer for sitting down during her show — before realizing they appeared to be in a wheelchair.
Eminem is apparently playing a concert inside the Fortnite video game, and I have a million questions
Read full article: Eminem is apparently playing a concert inside the Fortnite video game, and I have a million questionsEminem has played concerts on nearly every major stage you could think of. From the Academy Awards to The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame stage, he’s been everywhere. But now, he can add a concert inside of the popular video game Fortnite to his list.
Did you go to the Beyoncé concert this weekend? We want to see your outfit on Click2Pins!🪩
Read full article: Did you go to the Beyoncé concert this weekend? We want to see your outfit on Click2Pins!🪩If you’re going to experience Beyoncé's Renaissance tour this weekend, you more than likely have your silver and metallic fashions ready!
‘Leave him alone!’ Adele stops her show to defend fan ‘bothered’ by security guards
Read full article: ‘Leave him alone!’ Adele stops her show to defend fan ‘bothered’ by security guardsAdele put a halt to her Las Vegas show on Saturday after several videos showed her defending a fan who was being harassed by security guards.
Celebrating 713 Day with a look at 713 Music Hall, one of downtown Houston’s coolest new live music venues
Read full article: Celebrating 713 Day with a look at 713 Music Hall, one of downtown Houston’s coolest new live music venuesJust in time for 713 Day, Lauren Kelly is taking us inside this historic Houston building for a look at a new spot to catch live music.
Theatre Under The Stars returns to Miller Outdoor Theatre for ‘TUTS: A Celebration of Houston Stories and Songs’
Read full article: Theatre Under The Stars returns to Miller Outdoor Theatre for ‘TUTS: A Celebration of Houston Stories and Songs’The production features a cast of some of our favorite Houston actors, singing songs from the many shows TUTS has performed over the last 55 years.
Concertgoer appears to throw ashes at Pink during performance
Read full article: Concertgoer appears to throw ashes at Pink during performanceA fan tossed what appeared to be a bag containing the ashes of their dead mother on stage at a weekend Pink concert for the British Summer Time Festival in London.
Paramore blows the roof off Little Caesars Arena with explosive Detroit show
Read full article: Paramore blows the roof off Little Caesars Arena with explosive Detroit showA lot of times at concerts, the artist will mention just how much they loved playing in the city they are currently in. While I don’t doubt this sentiment is true, you know that they say it at every show on tour.
Suspected drunken driver arrested after man killed following Taylor Swift concert
Read full article: Suspected drunken driver arrested after man killed following Taylor Swift concertA man was killed early Sunday morning shortly after leaving the Taylor Swift concert when he was struck on the Southwest Freeway.
Guess the correct Taylor Swift song in a drawing game of “Swift-Tionary”
Read full article: Guess the correct Taylor Swift song in a drawing game of “Swift-Tionary”Taylor swift will perform 3 shows in Houston at NRG Stadium this weekend, so we thought it might be fun to test our Swiftie lyrical knowledge.
Louisville or London? U.S. Beyoncé fans share why they’re opting for European tickets
Read full article: Louisville or London? U.S. Beyoncé fans share why they’re opting for European ticketsWith ticket prices surging at some North American tour locations, fans have decided their money is better spent on a trip and a show.
Nickelback bringing tour to The Woodlands; Tickets go on sale this weekend
Read full article: Nickelback bringing tour to The Woodlands; Tickets go on sale this weekendThe Canadian rock band Nickelback will embark on a set of stadium shows across North America this year to promote Get Rollin’, its first album in five years.
Taylor Swift fans sue Ticketmaster following fumbled presale, NBC news reports
Read full article: Taylor Swift fans sue Ticketmaster following fumbled presale, NBC news reportsTaylor Swift fans are suing Live Nation Entertainment, the parent company for Ticketmaster, following the presale debacle last month for her 2023 “The Eras Tour.”
Dream of the late ‘90s is alive with electropop duo Magdalena Bay
Read full article: Dream of the late ‘90s is alive with electropop duo Magdalena BayThere was a moment halfway through seeing Magdalena Bay live for the first time that I thought to myself, “Wow, I feel like I’m watching a live action episode of ‘The Powderpuff Girls’ right now.”
After releasing one of the best albums of the year, MUNA take control on tour
Read full article: After releasing one of the best albums of the year, MUNA take control on tourIt wasn’t until after the sixth song during MUNA’s nearly sold-out show at the Majestic Theater in Detroit Tuesday night that I looked at my friend and mouthed the word, “Wow,” because that was all I could say.
The Black Keys prove that midwest rock will never fade on new tour
Read full article: The Black Keys prove that midwest rock will never fade on new tour“Let’s give it up for that midwest rock ‘n’ roll,” said The Black Keys frontman Dan Auerbach halfway through their headlining show at Michigan’s Pine Knob Music Theater, a venue that is known for hosting legendary Detroit rockers for over 50 years.
Garth Brooks excited to return to Houston
Read full article: Garth Brooks excited to return to HoustonHouston Life’s Courtney Zavala spoke one-on-one with country megastar Garth Brooks ahead of his concert in Houston. The Garth Brooks Stadium tour started in 2019 and ends Saturday night at NRG stadium.
Houston businesswoman taking action against R&B artist Chris Brown over money for canceled benefit concert
Read full article: Houston businesswoman taking action against R&B artist Chris Brown over money for canceled benefit concertA local businesswoman and activist is taking action against R&B artist Chris Brown after she say he canceled his performance for a benefit concert on March 19 in Houston, according to a release.
Carlos Santana’s mid-concert collapse blamed on heat exhaustion, dehydration: Reports
Read full article: Carlos Santana’s mid-concert collapse blamed on heat exhaustion, dehydration: ReportsRock legend Carlos Santana collapsed during a show Tuesday night in Michigan, the result of heat exhaustion and dehydration, his manager said.
Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter Colbie Caillat chats new tour, new music, and favorite Houston artist
Read full article: Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter Colbie Caillat chats new tour, new music, and favorite Houston artistWatch as Colbie chats about her new tour, including a stop in Houston next week.
Kendrick Lamar takes global stage for The Big Steppers Tour, will make stop in Houston in July
Read full article: Kendrick Lamar takes global stage for The Big Steppers Tour, will make stop in Houston in JulyKendrick Lamar is back! The artist recently released his long-awaited album along with adding dates to his global tour, “The Big Stepper.”
Live Nation offering $25 concert tickets in honor of National Concert Week
Read full article: Live Nation offering $25 concert tickets in honor of National Concert WeekSeveral artists are participating in the deal including, Keith Sweat, Rotimi, SYD, Wiz Khalifa, Alicia Keys, Goo Goo Dolls, OneRepublic, Wu-Tang Clan and Nas, Santana + Earth, Wind & Fire and more.
Questions over Astroworld permitting continue following Gov. Abbott’s Task Force on Concert Safety report
Read full article: Questions over Astroworld permitting continue following Gov. Abbott’s Task Force on Concert Safety reportDays after the governor’s Task Force on Concert Safety released its report following the tragedy at the Travis Scott concert on the opening night of Astroworld, questions are being asked about the permitting process.
🔒 Insiders: Enter to win free Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo concert tickets
Read full article: 🔒 Insiders: Enter to win free Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo concert ticketsThis contest is now closed. Be on the lookout for more current and future giveaways available exclusively to KPRC 2 Insiders on your Insider profile page.
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo set to announce the 2022 RODEOHOUSTON star entertainment lineup tonight
Read full article: The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo set to announce the 2022 RODEOHOUSTON star entertainment lineup tonightThe Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo will announce their full 2022 entertainment lineup at 7 p.m.!
Megan Thee Stallion announces Houston concert in December. Here’s when tickets go on sale
Read full article: Megan Thee Stallion announces Houston concert in December. Here’s when tickets go on saleIt's a HOT GIRL WINTER! Megan Thee Stallion is not only graduating this December, but she's also having a concert celebrating the newest music venue -- 713 Music Hall on December 3.
Calling all classic rock fans! Here’s how to score FREE tickets to this musical tribute making a stop in Houston
Read full article: Calling all classic rock fans! Here’s how to score FREE tickets to this musical tribute making a stop in HoustonClassic rock fans, this one’s for you! A musical tribute featuring tunes from The Beatles and the Rolling Stones is coming to the Cullen Performance Hall at the University of Houston on Wednesday, November 17 and we have pairs of tickets reserved for five lucky KPRC 2 Insiders! Enter once per day for your chance to win now through Tuesday, November 9.
Big concert announcement to be made at Minute Maid Park (but we already have a pretty good guess who it is)
Read full article: Big concert announcement to be made at Minute Maid Park (but we already have a pretty good guess who it is)Just after lunchtime on Wednesday afternoon, newsrooms across Houston received a news release indicating a BIG announcement was going to be made the next morning at Minute Maid Park. It noted that details would be revealed about a concert happening at the ballpark next fall featuring “one of the greatest musicians of our time.”
Rock band 3 Doors Down is celebrating the 20th anniversary of their debut album by hitting the road
Read full article: Rock band 3 Doors Down is celebrating the 20th anniversary of their debut album by hitting the roadLead singer Brad Arnold is sharing details on the band’s concert stop in Houston later this month.
The Texas Music Project launches virtual concert series benefitting Texas Children’s Hospital
Read full article: The Texas Music Project launches virtual concert series benefitting Texas Children’s HospitalHOUSTON – There’s an exciting new virtual musical experience that just launched called ‘Sunday Sessions,’ and it features some super talented Texas-based artists. Michael Clay and his team at the Texas Music Project have put together this virtual concert series that also benefits the Texas Children’s Hospital’s Music Heals Program. The concert series will stream weekly on Sundays through the end of the year with a different artist each week. Those artists include: Remy Reilley, Jon Christopher Davis, Jennifer Perryman, Polydogs, Maylee Thomas Band, Katrina Cain, Salvation From Sundown, Griffin Tucker, and Hayley Orrantia. Find out how you can watch the concerts for free, by clicking HERE.
Billie Eilish to perform special livestream concert Oct. 24
Read full article: Billie Eilish to perform special livestream concert Oct. 24HOUSTON – Singer-songwriter Billie Eilish announced that she will perform a special livesteam concert Oct. 24. The virtual performance will begin at 6 p.m., which will be hosted on the platform Maestro and orchestrated by lil Studios. It is unknown how many songs she will perform at the “Where Do We Go? Concert.”Tickets are available now but fans who purchase their tickets before Oct. 11 will have access to discounted Eilish merchandise. The livestream of the event will be available on-demand for 24 hours after the concert ends for all ticket holders.
Houston rapper Tobe Nwigwe to stream global concert, The Pandemic Experience
Read full article: Houston rapper Tobe Nwigwe to stream global concert, The Pandemic ExperienceAlief native Tobe Nwigwe is bringing fans into The Pandemic Experience. The global broadcast will feature a live performance from Tobe Nwigwe, Ivory Rogers, known as Fat, and producer LaNell Grant. Earlier this summer, Nwigwe dropped the new six-song project, The Pandemic Project. The songs, Try Jesus and Make It Home, carry powerful messages about the complexities of being Black, Christian and American. In I NEED YOU TO (BREONNA TAYLOR), Nwigwe demands Kentucky officials arrests the killers of Breonna Taylor. In it, the rapper reflected the sentiment of the national movement seeking justice for the 26-year-old EMT who was killed by plainclothed officers in March. All of yall who think we need more evidence is goofy, Nwigwe raps in the song.
Garth Brooks concert to be played at 300 drive-in theaters
Read full article: Garth Brooks concert to be played at 300 drive-in theatersNASHVILLE, Tenn. – Country superstar Garth Brooks is holding a concert that will be played at 300 drive-in theaters in June across the country. Brooks announced the June 27th concert event on Thursday. The concert will be created in Nashville, Tennessee, and tickets at each showing will be limited. The concert event will follow guidelines recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as well as all state and local health mandates. There will be rules on spacing between vehicles, protective equipment for staff, contactless payment and limited capacity in restrooms.
Prince and the Revolution concert from 1985 to stream on YouTube all weekend
Read full article: Prince and the Revolution concert from 1985 to stream on YouTube all weekendWell, in this case, party like it’s 1985, but regardless, you’ll be dancing to some classic Prince hits, thanks to his official YouTube channel. A live concert of Prince and his legendary band, The Revolution -- in Syracuse, New York in 1985 toward the end of their “Purple Rain” tour -- will be available to stream on YouTube all weekend beginning Friday, May 14 and continuing through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, May 17. Viewers can donate money while watching the stream, and Google will match it. The concert was originally released as a VHS back in the day, so Prince fans who have been there from the very beginning might have seen this show. It should be a treat for newer Prince fans who never got to see the man himself in action, especially at the height of his career, when “Purple Rain” was first released.
Consumer expert Amy Davis gives advice on dealing with ticket sellers canceling events while refusing refunds
Read full article: Consumer expert Amy Davis gives advice on dealing with ticket sellers canceling events while refusing refundsNow, many of those ticket holders are left waiting on refunds that may never come. When Live Nation or Ticketmaster canceled shows and concerts, instead of using the word “canceled,” the ticket sellers said the events were just “postponed.” Once rescheduled, even if the customer cannot attend on the new date, the companies won’t always refund the ticket price. Canceled concerts, refunds deniedIt happened to Houstonian Phyllis Bailey. When Bailey contacted Live Nation to get a refund of the $222.14, a representative told her the show was simply postponed until August 11. Live Nation told her she could get a refund.
Don’t miss out: Willie Nelson is performing a free show on a streaming service
Read full article: Don’t miss out: Willie Nelson is performing a free show on a streaming serviceWillie Nelson joined Luck Reunion for a free live-streamed show that would have been this year’s Luck Reunion concert. The concert was previously canceled due to the coronavirus outbreak. The concert is from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. and you can stream it on http://luckreunion.com/tilfurthernotice and https://www.twitch.tv/luckreunion.