Brown Makes Plans For Comeback ConcertSeptember 25th, 2009 Disgraced R&B star CHRIS BROWN has scheduled his comeback concert for next month (Oct09) in New Jersey. The Izod Center show on 27 October (09) will be Brown's first official live performance since his February (09) altercation with then-girlfriend Rihanna landed him a severe probation and community labour sentence.
Streisand's Stagefright Prompted By Forgotten LyricsSeptember 25th, 2009 BARBRA STREISAND suffered crippling stagefright for 27 years after forgetting the words to a song during a performance in New York's Central Park. The diva stepped away from the stage shortly after the incident and has only recently rediscovered her confidence again.
Hudson To Headline Wizard Of Oz ConcertSeptember 10th, 2009 New mum JENNIFER HUDSON is to headline a free concert to launch the newly-remastered WIZARD OF OZ movie in New York's Central Park. The Oscar-winner will be one of several singers performing classic songs from the 1939 Judy Garland film.
Jennifer Hudson to headline 'Wizard Of Oz' concert in New YorkSeptember 10th, 2009 WASHINGTON - American singer Jennifer Hudson is set to headline a free concert in New York's Central Park to launch the newly-remastered 'Wizard Of Oz' movie. Hudson, 27, will be one of several singers performing classic songs from the 1939 Judy Garland film, reports Contactmusic.
Jay-z Adds Another Free ShowSeptember 9th, 2009 JAY-Z will appease frustrated fans who missed out on tickets for an upcoming Madison Square Garden concert in New York by performing another free show. The rapper, who released his new album The Blueprint 3 on Tuesday (08Sep09), will play an intimate fan-only show at New York's Blender Theater on Wednesday (09Sep09) - two days before the sold out Madison Square Garden concert.
If I only had a computer: Free streaming of 'The Wizard of Oz' for everyone in USSeptember 7th, 2009 Off to see 'The Wizard' for free at Netflix Oct. 3SAN FRANCISCO — Anyone with a computer and Internet connection can be off to see "The Wizard of Oz" for free next month, courtesy of Netflix Inc.'s movie-streaming service.
Gary Sinise, Jimmy Fallon, The Roots to appear at free 9/11 Day of Service concert in NYCAugust 27th, 2009 Free NYC concert to mark 1st 9/11 Day of ServiceNEW YORK — Some prominent performers are saying thank you to the people who have answered President Barack Obama's call to volunteer and to people connected to 9/11 — relatives of victims, recovery workers and those who served tours in the military after the attacks. Gavin DeGraw, The Roots and other musicians are performing in a free concert this Sept.
Rahman to offer free peace concert in AustraliaAugust 13th, 2009 NEVADA - Oscar winner musician A. R. Rahman (Slumdog Millionaire) will deliver a free concert in Sydney (Australia) to make a "statement of peace" in view of recent racial attacks on Indian students in Australia.
Air passengers free to walk about cabin _ or dance in aisles _ with free in-flight concertAugust 12th, 2009 Mexican band's fans in clouds with free plane showMEXICO CITY — When the "fasten your seatbelt" sign went off, the show was on — a free in-flight concert from Mexico to Los Angeles for 153 fans of the popular Mexican music band Los Tigres del Norte. The low-cost Mexican airline Volaris replaced three rows of seats with a makeshift stage for Wednesday's concert, attended by 33 contest winners and their guests.
AR Rahman plans free music concert Down Under to relieve racism tensionAugust 11th, 2009 LONDON - Oscar winning music composer AR Rahman is planning a free concert Down Under in a bid to relieve the ongoing tension between India and Australia following racist attacks. The composer, who won two Academy Awards for his work on the Slumdog Millionaire soundtrack, was devastated to hear of a series of violent incidents involving Indian students studying in Sydney and Melbourne over the past two months.
Lottery announced for free tickets to Michael Jackson public memorial in Los AngelesJuly 3rd, 2009 Ticket plans announced for Jackson memorial in LALOS ANGELES — Details of next Tuesday's public memorial for Michael Jackson are being released in Los Angeles by the owners of Staples Center. Staples Center boss Tim Leiweke (LY'-wihk-ee) says 17,500 tickets free tickets will be provided.
Detroit's Chene Park site for concert honoring Michael Jackson on Tuesday nightJune 29th, 2009 Detroit concert Tuesday honors Michael JacksonDETROIT — A musical tribute to Michael Jackson is planned Tuesday night at Chene Park in Detroit, former home of the Motown label that launched his pop singing career. The Detroit News says the free concert will include performances by Serieux & Friends, HotSauce, Asiid and Velocity.
Paul McCartney to perform Aug. 15 benefit concert for Atlanta's historic Piedmont ParkJune 24th, 2009 Paul McCartney to play benefit in Atlanta parkATLANTA — Paul McCartney is coming to Atlanta for a summer concert to benefit the city's historic Piedmont Park. The Piedmont Conservancy that cares for the city park said Wednesday that the 67-year-old ex-Beatle will perform in the park on Aug.
MLB All-Star concert to feature Sheryl Crow and a $1 million donation to Stand Up to CancerJune 22nd, 2009 MLB All-Star concert to feature Sheryl CrowNEW YORK — Sheryl Crow will headline a fundraising concert during All-Star game weekend in St. Louis as part of Major League Baseball's commitment to participate in President Barack Obama's United We Serve initiative.
Neil Diamond to perform with Boston Pops at 4th of July concert and fireworksJune 2nd, 2009 Neil Diamond to play at July 4 concert in BostonBOSTON — Boston's Fourth of July celebration will include a performance by Neil Diamond, whose "Sweet Caroline" is an anthem of sorts for Red Sox fans. Diamond will join conductor Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops for the traditional concert and fireworks spectacular on the Charles River Esplanade.