Andra Day’s song “Rise Up” was inspired by a friend’s cancer battle, but it has also become an anthem for various movements over the past five years. She supported the Melodic Caring Project with a 2016 livestreamed performance of the song complete with name checks dedicated to 10 of the organization’s rockSTARS. Day, whose voice has been compared to Eartha Kitt and Nina … [Read more...] about Soul Singer Andra Day Supports Sick Children in Quarantine by Joining Non-Profit Melodic Caring Project’s MCPconnects Series of Original Music Segments
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Coldplay, Brittany Howard, Brandi Carlile and the Jonas Brothers, to Headline First Citi Sound Vault Shows of the Decade
Citi Sound Vault, the ultra-exclusive live music experience for Citi cardmembers, is returning to Los Angeles during the biggest week in music – traditionally reserved for industry insiders – to bring fans closer to their favorite artists. Coldplay, Brittany Howard, Brandi Carlile and the Jonas Brothers, will be among the first artists of the decade to take the stage at … [Read more...] about Coldplay, Brittany Howard, Brandi Carlile and the Jonas Brothers, to Headline First Citi Sound Vault Shows of the Decade
The Roots’ “Things Fall Apart” To Be Reissued For 20th Anniversary On 3LP September 27 Via Geffen/Urban Legends
In honor of its 20th anniversary, The Roots' breakthrough fourth album Things Fall Apart is available once again via Geffen/Urban Legends. This melancholy gem of 2000s alternative hip-hop, originally released on MCA Records in 1999, has been freshly remastered and repressed in two lavish physical configurations, a standard black 3LP, a limited-edition … [Read more...] about The Roots’ “Things Fall Apart” To Be Reissued For 20th Anniversary On 3LP September 27 Via Geffen/Urban Legends
Turning Up the Fight Against Poverty: Tipping Point Community Hosts Public Concert Featuring Janelle Monáe and The Roots
Today, Tipping Point Community announced it will host Tipping Point AMPLIFIED at the Fox Theatre in Oakland on October 12, 2019. Tipping Point AMPLIFIED, presented by Visa, will feature Janelle Monáe and The Roots. Produced by Another Planet Entertainment, tickets will go on sale September 5. "We know that poverty is preventable, and … [Read more...] about Turning Up the Fight Against Poverty: Tipping Point Community Hosts Public Concert Featuring Janelle Monáe and The Roots