The Oak Ridge Boys Receive Prestigious U.S. Military Award from Congressional Medal of Honor Society

Medal of Honor Recipient and Congressional Medal of Honor Society President Harold A. Fritz (second from left) presents The Oak Ridge Boys with the society's Bob Hope Award for Excellence in Entertainment.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – After five GRAMMY Awards, nine GMA Dove Awards, an induction into The Grand Ole Opry and a forthcoming induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame, The Oak Ridge Boys have been presented with yet another distinction -- the Bob Hope Award for Excellence in Entertainment by the Congressional Medal of Honor Society – recognizing their work with The American Legion. The group accepted the award on August 8 at the Nashville Salutes Gala surrounded by 25 Medal of Honor recipients. In September 2014, The Oak Ridge Boys joined forces with The American Legion to help raise awareness and support for better detection and treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder among U.S. military servicemen and women, and veterans. Through the partnership, The Oak Ridge Boys have also assisted with improving the VA benefits process, as well as the education and career opportunities that are available to veterans once they return to civilian life. The Nashville Salutes Gala honored 25 living recipients of the Medal of Honor and served as a catalyst for the Middle Tennessee Character Development Program (CDP), whose goal is to develop the values required of every citizen among the youth of America. At the conclusion of the CDP presentation The Oak Ridge Boys took the stage and sang a heartfelt rendition of “Thank God for Kids.” The award, named after famed entertainer Bob Hope and the work he performed to start the USO Tours, was conceived to honor entertainers who have demonstrated a commitment to the U.S. military through film, literature or music. Past recipients include Billy Ray Cyrus, Mark Wahlberg, Tom Selleck and Trace Adkins, among others. ABOUT THE OAK RIDGE BOYS The Oak Ridge Boys, who have sold over 41 million units worldwide, are synonymous with “America, apple pie, baseball and gospel and country music.” In addition to their awards and accolades in the country and pop music fields, they have garnered five GRAMMY® Awards and nine GMA DOVE Awards as well as the Mainstream Artist of the Year Award at the ICM Awards. They are members of the GMA Hall of Fame as well as The Grand Ole Opry, and they are recipients of the President’s Award from the Southern Gospel Music Guild. For more information and to view upcoming tour dates for The Oak Ridge Boys, please visit www.oakridgeboys.com.   # # #

 

 Multi-Platinum Recording Artist Ariana Grande Introduces Her First Fragrance, ARI by Ariana Grande  

Partnering with LUXE Brands, Ariana Grande launches her first fragrance to hit prestigious department stores nationwide September 2015

 

 

Actress and internationally acclaimed recording artist Ariana Grande announces her signature scent, ARI by Ariana Grande. The megastar's highly anticipated first fragrance, in partnership with LUXE Brands, is set to take over prestigious retailers globally this September. Grande's rise to success is marked with a double-platinum album, two Grammy nominations and the honor of having the most Top 10 singles in 2014. But it's her powerhouse vocals, genuine personality and distinct, unapologetic style that endear her to over 39 million Instagram followers and 31 million Twitter followers. Her confidence and willingness to share her passions with fans have made her one of the most influential musicians of her generation. With the release of her first-ever fragrance, ARI by Ariana Grande, she is poised to establish herself as a powerhouse in the beauty industry.
ARI by Ariana Grande is a genuine and intimate statement by Grande through scent, embodying her unique character and style. Hints of unexpected playfulness appear throughout the fragrance story, reminding fans to embrace their flaws and celebrate their differences. Personally crafted by the star, each element is authentically Ariana, captivating her flirty fashion sense, bubbly personality and energetic stage presence. With the launch of ARI by Ariana Grande, the starlet will share her individuality with her fans in a new way. 
"I love fragrance, it is something I have been obsessed with all my life. As a fragrance debut of my very own, I really wanted it to be personal, that's why I named it ARI," says Grande. "I love everything about it. It is so fun and true to me. The scent is sweet, yet sexy, with some surprises underneath."
As an industry leader, the prestige beauty company LUXE Brands welcomes ARI by Ariana Grande as the first celebrity fragrance to join their portfolio of world-renowned beauty brands.
"We are thrilled to have partnered with such an influential and exciting artist like Ariana Grande; we confidently anticipate this will be one of the most successful launches in the company's history," says Tony Bajaj, president and chief executive officer of LUXE Brands.
Together, Designer Parfums and LUXE Brands will launch Ari by Ariana Grande concurrently in the U.S. and top international markets.
"We are very excited to be a part of Ariana's debut fragrance and we know it will resonate with fans worldwide," says Dilesh Mehta, chief executive officer of Designer Parfums.
THE CAMPAIGNLUXE Brands partnered with creative agency BBH (Bartle Bogle Hegarty) Los Angeles to produce a fresh and stylish 360° advertising campaign, to capture the essence of ARI by Ariana Grande. Inspired by the timeless glamour of Old Hollywood, the campaign takes a twist on classic elements while injecting the energy of Grande's playful spirit. "We wanted to reflect Ariana's personality, to create something that felt charming and fun and even a bit campy, something her fans will enjoy and be able to laugh along with," said BBH Creative Director Josh Webman.
The stunning visuals perfectly capture Grande's alluring charisma, while also incorporating her authentic quirky personality, further strengthening the fragrance's message to celebrate what makes you unique.
THE FRAGRANCEThe luscious fragrance opens with a mixture of fruits inspired by Grande's effervescent personality. The bright top transforms into a feminine bouquet of soft flowers, unexpectedly spun with marshmallow, creamy musks and blonde woods, capturing Ariana's romantic and sensual nature.
Top
Crispy Pear, Pink Grapefruit and Juicy Raspberry
Heart
Soft Muguet, Rose Buds and Vanilla Orchid
Drydown
Marshmallow, Creamy Musk and Blonde Woods
THE DESIGNStunning from every angle, the ultra-feminine bottle design is beautifully crafted with signature design queues. Highlighted by its faceted gem-like shape and rose gold accents, the bottle evokes sophistication, grace and elegance. For an added wink of surprise, the bottle includes a plush removable white Pom Pom as a playful nod to the many facets of Grande's vivacious and dynamic style. For a sparkling touch, the bottle glows with a tint of blush pink from the fragrance.
The carton complements the modern feel of the bottle, while keeping it both, upscale and fresh with its classic colors and finishes. Trimmed with a gold art deco pattern, the lavender carton features timeless black and white portraits of Ariana – one image reveals Ariana's beautiful glam style, while the other visual captures her fun and flirty confidence. The fragrance name is uniquely inlayed atop the image in a matching lavender font – Ariana's favorite color. Added for personal flair, Grande's handwritten signature lovingly appears at the top of each carton.

THE PRODUCTS
Eau de Parfum Spray, 3.4 fl. oz./100ml	$59.00
Eau de Parfum Spray, 1.7 fl. oz./50 ml	$49.00
Eau de Parfum Spray, 1.0 fl. oz./30ml	$39.00
Body Lotion, 6.8 fl. oz./200 ml	$20.00
Hair Mist, 5.0 fl. oz./150 ml	$20.00
Eau de Parfum Rollerball, .34 fl. oz./10 ml	$20.00
Coffee Scrub, net wt. 5.3 oz./150 g	$20.00

All prices are manufacturer's suggested retail prices in US dollars.
Available September 2015 in the US at Macys, Ulta, Bonton, Lord & Taylor and Stage, and in Canada at Shoppers Drug Mart.
For more details, visit: www.arianagrandefragrances.com
ABOUT ARIANA GRANDEWithin less than a year, ARIANA GRANDE captured #1 on the Billboard Top 200 twice—first with her Republic Records debut Yours Truly and also with its 2014 follow-up My Everything. Yours Truly yielded the game-changing pop smash "The Way" featuring Mac Miller, which went double-platinum, landed in the Top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100, and seized #1 on the iTunes Overall Top Songs chart. Meanwhile, the platinum-selling My Everything garnered a Grammy Award nomination for "Best Pop Vocal Album" and spawned the five-time platinum hit "Problem" featuring Iggy Azalea. Upon the single's release, ARIANA became "the youngest woman to debut with over 400K sold first-week", while the song ranked as the 5th "highest digital song debut for a female artist" and 9th highest ever. Moreover, it debuted at #1 in 85 countries, topping the iTunes Overall Top Songs and Pop Songs charts for four weeks. During release week, My Everything was #1 on Spotify as ARIANA personally rose to #1 on Billboard's Artists 100 chart. She also became the first woman in history and the first artist since Michael Jackson to simultaneously have three songs—"Problem", "Break Free" featuring Zedd, and "Bang Bang" with Nicki Minaj and Jessie J—in the Top 6 of the Digital Songs Chart. "Bang Bang" went platinum and was Grammy-nominated for "Best Pop Duo/Group Performance."
In 2013, she was named "Best New Artist" at the American Music Awards. Other accolades followed with ARIANA winning "Favorite Breakout Artist" at the People's Choice Awards 2014, the "Young Influencer Award" at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the "Radio Disney Chart Topper Award", "Choice Female Artist" and "Choice Single" "Problem" at the 2014 Teen Choice Awards, and more. At the 2014 MTV VMAS, "Problem" was named "Best Pop Video" as well.

The "Family Tradition" Lives On As Hank Williams Jr. Sets Out On Fall Leg of 2015 Tour

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (August 20, 2015) – GRAMMY® Award winner Hank Williams Jr. is prepping for the fall leg of his 2015 tour while putting the final touches on his forthcoming Nash Icon Records album (more details coming soon). Cities among the concert lineup stretch from upstate New York to southern Mississippi and nearly everywhere in between. For a full list of tour dates, see below. Known for his prolific songwriting, show-stopping live performances and one-of-a-kind musical and personal style, Williams always takes the stage with a combination of classic hits and new tunes that showcase his legendary musical prowess. “2015 has been a great year for Bocephus,” Williams said. “I signed a new record contract and am making one of the best albums in many years. I am testing a few songs on the crowds at the shows, and the fans are reacting to them, which is a good sign in this business. With these upcoming shows, the fans can expect to hear lots of the hits, a few new things and more importantly, should be prepared to boogie woogie.” With universally recognized hits such as "Family Tradition", "Whiskey Bent and Hell Bound" and "A Country Boy Can Survive”, Williams’ ever expanding musical library is sure to draw a crowd of all his rowdy friends. 2015 Hank Williams Jr. Tour Schedule (check website for updates and additional dates) August 21, 2015 – Springfield, Ill. – Illinois State Fairgrounds August 22, 2015 – Rogers, Ark.– Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion August 30, 2015 – Syracuse, N.Y. – New York State Fair Grandstand September 4, 2015 – Biloxi, Miss. – IP Casino Resort & Spa September 5, 2015 – Grand Prairie, Texas – Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie September 6, 2015 – Lake Charles, La. – Golden Nugget October 2, 2015 – Gretna, La. – Gretna Heritage Festival October 3, 2015 – Southaven, Miss. – Snowden Grove Amphitheater For more information, please visit www.hankjr.com.   # # #

TG Sheppard Invites Fans Into His Home and Heart with Upcoming Appearances on NBC's "Open House" and Heartland TV's "Reflections"

"At Home With TG Sheppard" Featured In August 21st Issue of CLOSER Weekly

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (August 20, 2015) – TG Sheppard may be celebrating the 40th anniversary of his self-titled debut album, but the Country legend is showing no signs of slowing down. In addition to a four-page ‘At Home’ spread in CLOSER Weekly, which hits stands on Aug. 21, the 21-time chart-topping icon can be seen this Sept. on NBC’s “Open House,” where Sheppard and his wife, singer/songwriter Kelly Lang, along with some special guests you won’t want to miss, will give viewers a look inside their stylish Nashville home. NBC’s “Open House” is described as the ultimate insiders’ guide to real estate and home design. Host, Sara Gore, takes viewers inside the country’s most lavish homes, while some of the best designers from the industry provide advice and inspiration. Celebrity homes that have been featured include John Legend and Chrissy Teigen, Betsey Johnson, Jay Manuel and others. Check your local listings for NBC’s “Open House,” airing on WNBC (New York), KNBC (Los Angeles), WMAQ (Chicago), WCAU (Philadelphia), KXAS (Dallas), KNTV (San Francisco), WRC (Washington, D.C.), WTVJ (Miami), KNSD (San Diego), WVIT (Hartford) and NECN (Boston) and syndicated wide to all NBC affiliates across the nation beginning in October. After the initial September 13-14 airing, the episode will air again in additional markets on October 4. Offering fans a never-before-seen glimpse into the past, present and future of TG’s storied career, Sheppard will appear on Heartland-TV’s new show “Reflections” on Sept. 14 (check your local listings). The aptly-named series features intimate and insightful one-on-one interviews with the all-time greats of Country music and Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame DJ Keith Bilbrey, a long-time insider to the music scene in Nashville. The show airs on Heartland TV, Blue Highways TV, The Family Channel, Angel Two (DISH TV), AMG-TV, Country TV (New Zealand) and DTC Cable. About TG Sheppard TG Sheppard has always had an unstoppable passion for music. This passion along with 21 number one hits and being ranked in the top 100 Country artists of all time among all singers in the genre has made him one of the most popular live performers on tour today. It's only natural with a show chock full of chart topping hits like "Last Cheaters Waltz","I Loved 'Em Everyone","Do You Wanna Go To Heaven", and "Party Time" that TG has developed a reputation as a solid performer who delivers exactly what audiences want. All this and more combined with a steadfast dedication to entertainment has truly made him one of the great Legends in country music. For more information, visit tgsheppard.com.   # # #

November 15

Tickets On Sale Friday, August 21 at 11am

Tickets available at LiveNation.com, the Live Nation Concerts App,
The Ford Box Office at Scottrade Center, Ticketmaster Retail Outlets,
or charge by phone at 1-800-745-3000

 

 

All dates, acts, and ticket prices are subject to change without notice.  Tickets may be subject to fees.

 

AMERICA’S GOT TALENT LIVE: THE ALL-STARS TOUR! 

FIRST EVER ALL-STARS TOUR TO VISIT 42 CITIES ACROSS THE COUNTRY THIS FALL

FEATURING TAYLOR WILLIAMSON, EMILY WEST, KRISTEF BROTHERS AND RECYCLED PERCUSSION

TICKETS ON SALE TODAY 

New York – August 7, 2015 – This fall, America’s Got Talent Live: The All-Stars Tour! featuring some of the most popular performers from the hit NBC variety competition series, will launch its first ever all-stars tour.  Top acts from ten years of the #1 rated summer reality television series are coming to a theater near you, providing the ultimate variety show experience.  The 42-city tour will include some of the show’s most captivating and entertaining talent, including Season 8’s favorite comedian, Taylor Williamson, Season 9’s powerhouse performer Emily West,  Season 8’s comedic hand balancing duo The KriStef Brothers, and the memorable “junk rock” performers, Recycled Percussion, from Season 4, with more acts to be announced soon. 

The 75-minute live event will provide thrills for the whole family and excite audiences across the US.   America’s Got Talent Live: The All-Stars Tour! will kick off Tuesday, October 6^th in Salina, KS at the Stiefel Theatre for the Performing Arts, with stops in Chicago, Detroit, Cleveland, Boston, Baltimore, Atlanta, New Orleans, Houston, Austin, Los Angeles, and more, before wrapping on Sunday, November 22^nd in Reno, NV at Grand Sierra Resort – Theatre.

Tickets go on sale beginning today, Friday, August 7^th.  Fans should visit www.agtlivetour.com for more information, and to purchase tickets and VIP packages. VIP Nation is proud to provide exclusive access to incredible VIP package experiences for the tour.

“America’s Got Talent has been showcasing the country’s best talent for the past decade,” said Jeff Palmer, Vice President of Live Entertainment, FremantleMedia North America.    “Creating a touring stage show that highlights the best acts throughout the history of AGT is the perfect way to celebrate our milestone Season 10.” 

 

Taylor Williamson

Comedian Taylor Williamson was the runner-up on the eighth season of “America’s Got Talent”. Taylor started his stand-up career at the age of 17, and has since gone to perform throughout the world, telling original jokes at shows and festivals including the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival (Montreal), with appearances on MTV’s “TRL” and Comedy Central’s “Live at Gotham.” Taylor was the youngest comedian to ever perform on “The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson” and was a semi-finalist on the seventh and final season of NBC’s “Last Comic Standing.”

Emily West

Emily West is a musical maverick in the masquerade of pin-up perfection.  Musically captivating and innovative, she knows she has been a hard case for the industry to define. “I'm a Jessica Rabbit/Tom Waits kinda-something. I love hearing beautiful melodies telling me horrible things. I wear my heart on my sleeve. Judy, Barbara, Patsy, Rufus Wainwright, Antony & the Johnson's. I love to interpret a song. I love to sing stories.” In 2014, she made the decision to try out for “America’s Got Talent”. “I thought maybe if I audition in front of the world, I could save time and see where it takes me. “ It was a wise decision. West excelled on the National stage and came in second in the renowned competition- a result she hopes will allow her to play to the breadth of audience she’s always wanted, and to take them with her on this exciting journey.  Emily’s debut album will be released on August 14.

The KriStef Brothers

The KriStef Brothers (Kristofer and Stefan) placed among the top 12 finalists on season 8 of “America’s Got Talent”. They have been performing acrobatics together since childhood, both coming from generations of circus families and performance talents.  Taught by various family members, they grew up learning Hand to Hand, acrobatic skills, ballet training, jazz training, and clowning skills, often in their own backyard. The KriStef Brothers began performing for audiences by the age of 10, and have continued to develop new talents and tricks, adding to their act over the years. The Brothers have performed worldwide, with major appearances including “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon,” and “The Today Show”.

Recycled Percussion

Since Justin Spencer formed Recycled Percussion in 1995, the band has been unstoppable. Their junk rock music became a national phenomenon week after week during their smash hit performances on “America’s Got Talent” in 2009. Playing over 4,000 shows and over 400 corporate events in over 15 countries, the group has also done guest appearances on “Carson Daly”, “The Today Show”, “China’s Got Talent” and the Latin Grammy Awards. After being featured on the cover of “USA Today” and being voted National Act of the Year a record-breaking six times, the band gained world-wide recognition.

America’s Got Talent Live: The All-Stars Tour! is a Faculty production in association with FremantleMedia North America and Syco Entertainment.

“America’s Got Talent” is produced by FremantleMedia North America and Syco Entertainment. Simon Cowell, Sam Donnelly, Jason Raff, Trish Kinane and Richard Wallace are the executive producers.

 

“America’s Got Talent” airs on NBC on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 8 p.m.

 

 

MADONNA COLLABORATES WITH ALESSANDRO MICHELE FOR GUCCI, ALEXANDER WANG, FAUSTO PUGLISI, JEREMY SCOTT FOR MOSCHINO, NICOLAS JEBRAN, MIU MIU, PRADA, AND SWAROVSKI FOR WARDROBE ON REBEL HEART TOUR

THE REBEL HEART TOUR KICKS OFF ON 

SEPTEMBER 9TH IN MONTREAL 

NEW YORK, NY - August 12, 2015 - Madonna today unveiled the fashion designers with whom she is collaborating for her costumes on her highly anticipated Rebel Heart World Tour. The list includes Alessandro Michele for Gucci, Alexander Wang, Fausto Puglisi, Jeremy Scott for Moschino, Nicolas Jebran, Miu Miu, Prada and Swarovski. Costume designer Arianne Phillips will be overseeing the wardrobe for the Rebel Heart Tour and will also contribute designs, marking her sixth tour with Madonna. 

The Rebel Heart Tour will kick off on September 9th in Montreal, Quebec at Bell Centre and visit cities throughout North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Since the tour was announced this past spring, due to overwhelming demand, multiple shows have been added in cities across the world including: Montreal, New York City, Toronto, Miami, Koln, Turin, Barcelona, Berlin, Sydney, Melbourne, Manila and more. Diplo will open the Rebel Heart Tour in Montreal on September 9th and 10th, and Amy Schumer will open the two dates at New York's Madison Square Garden and the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. A full list of tour dates for the Rebel Heart World Tour can be found below.

NORTH AMERICA 2015 

Date	City	Venue
Sept. 9	Montreal, QC	Bell Centre
Sept. 10	Montreal, QC	Bell Centre
Sept. 12	Washington, DC	Verizon Center
Sept. 16	New York, NY	Madison Square Garden
Sept. 17	New York, NY	Madison Square Garden
Sept. 19	Brooklyn, NY	Barclays Center
Sept. 21	Quebec City, QC	Centre Vidéotron
Sept. 24	Philadelphia, PA	Wells Fargo Center
Sept. 26	Boston, MA	TD Garden
Sept. 28	Chicago, IL	United Center
Oct. 1	Detroit, MI	Joe Louis Arena
Oct. 3	Atlantic City, NJ	Boardwalk Hall
Oct. 5	Toronto, ON	Air Canada Centre
Oct. 6	Toronto, ON	Air Canada Centre
Oct. 8	St. Paul, MN	Xcel Energy Center
Oct. 11	Edmonton, AB	Rexall Place
Oct. 12	Edmonton, AB	Rexall Place
Oct. 14	Vancouver, BC	Rogers Arena
Oct. 17	Portland, OR	Moda Center
Oct. 19	San Jose, CA	SAP Center at San Jose
Oct. 22	Glendale, AZ	Gila River Arena
Oct. 24	Las Vegas, NV	MGM Grand Garden Arena
Oct. 27	Los Angeles, CA	Forum
Oct. 29	San Diego, CA	Valley View Casino Center

Twiddle & The Werks

Wednesday, October 28th

Doors 8pm, Show 9pm

$10 Early Bird  $15 Flat

18+ Only

 

https://youtu.be/2AzjQm7x0Kc

Twiddle, a Vermont based quartet, spins tall tales over an intricate soundscape of hi-def shred. Their fresh multi-genre approach conjures up jazz, classical, and bluegrass, but above all, masterfully blends reggae and funk. Obliterating laws of improvisation, their complex arrangements never fail to leave crowds lusting for more. With sage songwriting and unmatched variety, Twiddle’s thrilling infancy will surely exceed all expectation.

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The Werks have quickly emerged as a national powerhouse. As a result of their eclectic individual influences, The Werks produce a dance party that can be appreciated by a majority of musical tastes. Fusing the psychedelic shredding guitar and screaming organ of jam and classic rock with funk slap bass, synthesizers, and modern dance beats, The Werks create their own style of music entitled "Psychedelic Dance Rock". Their unique style of performing is affected and manipulated by the energy of the audience, guaranteeing that each show will be different and memorable.

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Hollywood Vampires Announce Rare Live Performances 

 

 ROXY SHOWS AND ROCK IN RIO

DUFF MCKAGAN AND MATT SORUM WILL JOIN TOURING BAND

PARTNERSHIP WITH STARKEY HEARING FOUNDATION

 In 1972, on the Sunset Strip at a club called the Rainbow Bar & Grill, the Hollywood Vampires were born in the upstairs bar.  It was a gathering place for rock stars living in or passing through L.A.  "To join the club, one simply had to out drink all of the members," says Alice Cooper, a founding member of the Vampires.  "I would walk in on a typical night," Alice says, "and John Lennon, Harry Nilsson, Keith Moon—who would usually be in a costume like a maid or a chauffeur—Bernie Taupin, Jim Morrison and Mickey Dolenz would be there. The next week might be Bernie Taupin, Jimi Hendrix, Jim Morrison and Mickey Dolenz." Now, returning to where it once began, the Hollywood Vampires (Alice Cooper, Johnny Depp, and Joe Perry) have announced today two shows at the notorious Sunset Strip music venue, The Roxy.  This will mark the Hollywood Vampires' only U.S. appearances on September 16 and 17, and will surely be the most sought after ticket in town. Joining the Hollywood Vampires live will be Matt Sorum on drums, Duff McKagan on bass, Tommy Henriksen on guitar, and Bruce Witkin on piano and guitar. Tickets are on sale on August 14 for the September 16 show at http://ticketf.ly/1EdJvSI and September 17 show at http://ticketf.ly/1W5TvIT. 
Additionally on September 24, in what will be their only international appearance, the band will head to Brazil for "Rock in Rio." Before that show, the band will partner with Starkey Hearing Foundation, an organization that has provided more than 1.8 million free hearing aids to people in need in more than 100 countries, to offer and fit hearing aids to more than 150 people in need.  After the hearing aid fittings, the Hollywood Vampires and Starkey Hearing Foundation will bring a number of individuals to the show so they can hear music for the first time in their lives.
"Hearing connects us to life, our families and to the world around us," said Bill Austin, founder of Starkey Hearing Foundation. "It's a precious gift, and we are excited to work with the Hollywood Vampires to introduce so many to the world of sound and help them hear music for the first time."
Three years ago, Alice and good friend Johnny Depp got together and decided the spirit of the Hollywood Vampires should live again (minus the drinking).  An environment for great artists to hang, laugh and play together. The Hollywood Vampires live again with the release of the Hollywood Vampires new album.  Alice and Johnny were joined by Joe Perry, who is an old friend of both of them, and with producer Bob Ezrin, the recording began: a tribute to the original Hollywood Vampires.  The new album is set to be released on September 11 and all artist proceeds will be donated to MusiCares.
About Starkey Hearing Foundation
Starkey Hearing Foundation uses hearing as a vehicle to reflect caring and change lives around the world. Disabling hearing loss affects more than 360 million people, including 32 million children, worldwide, yet many do not have access to the hearing devices that can help them. As a member of Clinton Global Initiative, Starkey Hearing Foundation has pledged to provide more than one million hearing aids to people in need this decade and currently gives more than 175,000 hearing aids annually. In addition to giving the gift of hearing through worldwide hearing missions, Starkey Hearing Foundation promotes hearing health awareness and education through the Listen Carefully campaign and provides hearing instruments to low-income Americans through the Hear Now program. Started as the philanthropic effort of Starkey Hearing Technologies, Starkey Hearing Foundation was founded by William F. Austin in 1984. For more information on Starkey Hearing Foundation follow them on Facebook and Twitter, or visit www.starkeyhearingfoundation.org.

CHRIS CORNELL TO RELEASE

HIGHER TRUTH SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

 

"NEARLY FORGOT MY BROKEN HEART" PREMIERES ON BEATS 1 / APPLE MUSIC WITH ZANE LOWE

 

FIRST SINGLE FROM HIGHLY ANTICIPATED FORTHCOMING ALBUM - "NEARLY FORGOT MY BROKEN HEART" AVAILABLE TODAY

 

LOS ANGELES - August 12, 2015 - Multiple Grammy® Award-winning, Golden Globe Nominated and acclaimed singer and songwriter Chris Cornell will release his fifth studio album Higher Truth on Friday, September 18, 2015 via Universal Music Enterprises (UMe).  Starting today fans can pre-order the deluxe version of the highly anticipated album HERE, which contains four bonus tracks.

 

Produced by Brendan O'Brien (Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam, Neil Young), Higher Truth showcases Cornell's constant evolution as a master songwriter, lyricist and musical craftsman - telling human stories, which transcend musical genres.  Inspired by the stark arrangements of musicians like Nick Drake, Daniel Johnston and White Album-era Beatles, Cornell creates a musical universe unlike anything he has done before.

 

"Nearly Forgot My Broken Heart," the first single from Higher Truth was premiered on Beats 1 / Apple Music on Tuesday, August 11th with Cornell sitting in on Zane Lowe's show for a discussion about the new single and album. Fans who preorder the album on iTunes will receive "Nearly Forgot My Broken Heart" as an instant download. The lyric video for the song is directed by Josh Graham and beautifully reflects the essence of the song. View it HERE.

Chris Cornell - Nearly Forgot My Broken Heart (Lyric Video)

Cornell will kick off the Higher Truth acoustic tour on September 17th in Phoenix, AZ crossing North America before winding down on November 2nd in Austin, TX stopping at famed venues like the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Massey Hall in Toronto and more.  A full list of dates can be found below.

 

 

HIGHER TRUTH TRACKLISTING

 

Nearly Forgot My Broken Heart

Dead Wishes

Worried Moon

Before We Disappear

Through The Window

Josephine

Murderer Of Blue Skies

Higher Truth

Let Your Eyes Wander

Only These Words

Circling

Our Time In The Universe

 

Bonus Tracks

 

Bend In The Road

Wrong Side

Misery Chain

Our Time In The Universe (Remix)

Chris Cornell 2015 Solo-Acoustic Tour Dates:

Date:	City:	Venue:
9/17/15	Phoenix, AR	Orpheum Theatre
9/18/15	San Diego, CA	Balboa Theatre
9/20/15	Los Angeles, CA	Walt Disney Concert Hall
9/21/15	San Pedro, CA	Warner Grand Theatre
9/23/15	Santa Barbara, CA	Granada Theatre
9/24/15	Santa Rosa, CA	Wells Fargo Center for the Arts
9/26/15	Oakland, CA	Paramount Theater
9/27/15	Modesto, CA	Gallo Center for the Arts
9/29/15	Seattle, WA	Benaroya Hall
9/30/15	Vancouver, BC	Orpheum Theatre
10/2/15	Denver, CO	Paramount Theatre
10/3/15	Salina, KS	Stifel Theatre for the Performing Arts
10/5/15	Minneapolis, MN	State Theatre
10/6/15	Chicago, IL	Chicago Theatre
10/8/15	Lakewood, OH	Lakewood Civic Auditorium
10/9/15	Toronto, ON	Massey Hall
10/11/15	Buffalo, NY	University at Buffalo Ctr for the Arts
10/12/15	New Brunswick, NJ	State Theatre
10/14/15	N. Bethesda, MD	Strathmore Music Theatre
10/15/15	Philadelphia, PA	Merriam Theater
10/17/15	Wilkes Barre, PA	Kirby Center for the Performing Arts
10/18/15	New York, NY	Beacon Theatre
10/19/15	New York, NY	Beacon Theatre
10/21/15	Boston, MA	Shubert Theater
10/23/15	Wilmington, DE	Grand Opera House
10/24/15	York, PA	Strand Capitol Perf. Arts Ctr
10/26/15	Atlanta, GA	Atlanta Symphony Hall
10/27/15	Nashville, TN	Ryman Auditorium
10/29/15	Miami, FL	The Knight Concert Hall
10/30/15	Saint Petersburg, FL	Mahaffey Theater
11/1/15	Dallas, TX	The Majestic Theatre
11/2/15	Austin, TX	ACL Live @ The Moody Theater

 

Chris Cornell:

Chris Cornell is a modern icon who transcends genre.  He was the chief architect of the 90s grunge movement and remains one of the most iconic rock voices of all time.   Achieving multi-platinum success with three legendary bands - selling over 30 million records worldwide - he has forged his own unique identity over three decades as a Grammy award-winning, Golden Globe nominated singer, songwriter, guitarist, composer and lyricist.  His career began with Seattle trailblazers Soundgarden, whose wild soundscapes combined visceral punk attitude with artistic depth. Powerfully original, they were the first of their generation of Seattle bands to sign to a major label in 1989 and their work continued to evolve over the course of seven groundbreaking albums. Soundgarden made a historic return to the live stage in 2010 and have since toured the world, releasing the all-new studio album, KING ANIMAL, to widespread acclaim. 

 

Cornell has continually redefined his sound and vision.  In 1990, side project Temple of the Dog saw him experiment with a more soulful style alongside the future members of Pearl Jam. Later in the decade, his critically acclaimed solo album EUPHORIA MORNING combined lush melody and instrumentation with lyrics which spoke of alienation and despair. And as the millennium turned, he joined with three other musical pioneers from Rage Against the Machine to create supergroup Audioslave. The multi-platinum band released three albums and toured stadiums around the world, becoming the first American rock group to perform a massive free concert in Castro's Cuba.  Cornell has also collaborated with many different artists, most recently the Zac Brown Band on their single "Heavy Is The Head", which peaked at #1 on rock radio in the US.

 

His soundtrack work has spanned both big budget and independent cinema. He was the first male American artist to write and perform the theme song for a James Bond movie ("You Know My Name" for Casino Royale).  With Soundgarden, he wrote the end title song "Live To Rise" for The Avengers, the 3^rd highest grossing film of all time.  He duetted with Joy Williams on his song "Misery Chain" which appeared on the soundtrack of the Oscar-winning 12 Years A Slave and his song "The Keeper" from Marc Forster's Machine Gun Preacher was nominated for a Golden Globe in 2012. 

 

Cornell's recent solo acoustic 'Songbook' tour attracted sellout crowds and critical acclaim worldwide.  Jim Farber of the New York Daily News observed, "sometimes you don't recognize the full power of a voice until you strip everything away from it."  The tour's reinterpretations of classic Cornell songs are featured on his 2011 live album of the same name.

 

Cornell will reissue his first solo album Euphoria Mourning (with original title) on August 14^th. The album will be remastered and re-released for vinyl for the first time.

 

Cornell has also become involved in philanthropy, using music to support causes that help foster change.  The Chris and Vicky Cornell Foundation is currently raising funds and partnering with charitable organizations to mobilize support for children facing problems including homelessness, poverty, abuse and neglect.  

 

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