Brazilian Singer Ayres Sasaki Fatally Electrocuted Onstage Music Events Music News by da jack hayford - July 25, 2024July 25, 20240 Brazilian rocker Ayres Sasaki, a beloved singer known for his soulful voice and dynamic performances, died after being electrocuted on stage during a concert in São Paulo, Brazil. The Brazilian singer was performing at the Solar Hotel in Salinópolis, a municipality within Pará, on July 13 when an interaction with a
The Future of Music: How AI Is Changing the Music Industry Music Education Music Events Music History Music News by da jack hayford - June 30, 2024July 1, 20240 Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to revolutionize the music industry, bringing about transformative changes in how music is created, produced, distributed, and consumed. The integration of AI technologies in music is already evident, and its influence is expected to grow, affecting various aspects of the industry. Here, we explore the
Looks Like Diddy Ain’t Exactly Brother Love Music Business Music Culture Music Events Music News by da jack hayford - May 22, 2024May 22, 20240 Throughout his many multifaceted careers, Sean Combs has gone through a lot of names. First he was Puff Daddy. Then he was P. Diddy, only to drop the P five years later to become “Diddy,” which was later expanded to encompass group Diddy — Dirty Money. On Saturday, his birthday, Combs took to Twitter to
DJ RITMO honors victims of Nova festival by performing at empty massacre site Music Events Music News by da jack hayford - November 29, 2023November 29, 20230 On Tuesday, an Israeli DJ honored the memories of victims who were killed during the Nova music festival in Re'im on October 7 by playing a set in front of photos of the victims. The Israeli DJ under the name of RITMO, set up his equipment on the stage and faced the pictures
When is Pilgrimage Music Festival? Music Events Nashville by da jack hayford - September 12, 2023September 12, 20230 The next Pilgrimage Music and Heritage Festival will take place September 23 and 24th in Franklin, TN, just south of Nashville. THE EXPERIENCE OF PILGRIMAGE MUSIC & CULTURAL FESTIVAL The Pilgrimage Music and Cultural Festival has grown in its eight years to double down on the music programming, with six stages and
Music City Grand Prix Sep 14-15, 2024! Music Events Music News Nashville by da jack hayford - August 2, 2023June 30, 20240 Now in its fourth year, the Music City Grand Prix is picking up speed! (Pun intended!). Nashville-based mega brand Big Machine was announced as the title sponsor of the race earlier this year and will play a major role in this weekend's event (August 4-6, 2023). In addition to having Big
Who Invented The Saxophone? Music Events Music History Music Legends Music Trivia by da jack hayford - July 9, 2023July 10, 20230 Featured Image Courtesy of National Saxophone Day In the vast universe of music, there are few names that carry more weight and significance than that of Adolphe Sax (Thus the name of his invention, get it?). Born in Dinant, Belgium, in 1814, Sax was a visionary inventor and gifted musician who
What Is Square Roots Festival? Music Events by da jack hayford - June 17, 2023June 17, 20230 A Real Nice Music & Craft Beer Street Fest! Square Roots brings together the best of Lincoln Square, Chicago, and beyond, with a great lineup of live music, family fun, local restaurants and vendors, and the best craft beer showcase of any Chicago street fest. Join the fun and support non-profit
When Is The Hawai’i Songwriting Festival? Music Events Songwriting by da jack hayford - June 7, 2023August 5, 20230 Hawai'i Songwriting Festival The 2023 Hawai‘i Songwriting Festival is scheduled for JUNE 8 - 10, 2023! The Hawai'i Songwriting Festival is a celebration of the art & craft of songwriting, with an emphasis on collaboration, education, and music for film/TV. Songwriters of all levels from all walks of life come together to connect
Is The Weeknd Changing His Name? Music Events Music History Music Legends Music News Music Trivia by da jack hayford - May 23, 2023May 24, 20230 In the world of pop stars, it's not unheard of for a major established artist to change their name, their showbiz moniker, in the middle of their career. Prince became a Symbol (or the Artist Formerly Known as Prince.) In the midst of a contractual dispute with Warner Bros. in 1993, he
Fun Things To Do In Nashville Music Culture Music Education Music Events Music Trivia Nashville by da jack hayford - May 22, 2023July 5, 20230 Don't Forget to Try the Famous Nashville Hot Chicken! Country Music Hall of Fame The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, located on Demonbreun Street in downtown Nashville, has been called the “Smithsonian of Country Music.” Renowned for its broad cultural impact, educational value, and unmatched collection of historically important artifacts
Taylor Swift Delivers in Nashville’s Soggy Nissan Stadium Music Events Music News Nashville by da jack hayford - May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 A rain show only chooses a crowd that can handle a rain show. Taylor Swift Nissan Stadium 2023 On two lovely spring evenings (May 5-7 2023) and one swamped by a deluge, pop (and country!) icon Taylor Swift skillfully delivered her critically acclaimed 45-song show during the Nashville iteration of her 52
When are the ACM Awards? Music Awards Music Events by da jack hayford - May 8, 2023May 11, 20231 The 58th ACM Awards are FREE to stream this Thursday, May 11 on Prime Video at 7 pm ET/6 pm CT/4 pm PT HOSTED BY DOLLY PARTON AND GARTH BROOKS About the ACM Awards The Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards is one of the most prestigious events in the country music industry.
When is the Carolina Country Music Festival? Music Events by da jack hayford - May 6, 2023May 6, 20230 THE NEXT CAROLINA COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL TAKES PLACE JUNE 8-11, 2023 IN MYRTLE BEACH, SC Carolina Country Music Fest® (CCMF) is an outdoor country music festival that takes place in June of each year in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina at the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk within the Burroughs and Chapin Pavilion Place. CCMF a
When is the Isle of Wight Festival? Music Events by da jack hayford - May 6, 2023May 23, 20230 THE 2023 ISLE OF WIGHT FESTIVAL TAKES PLACE JUNE 15 - 18 AT SEACLOSE PARK, NEWPORT UK The Isle of Wight Festival began with a series of Festivals between 1968 and 1970, widely acknowledged as Europe’s equivalent of Woodstock. In 1970, a line up over 5 days included (amongst others) Jimi
What is Romp Festival? Music Events by da jack hayford - May 6, 2023May 6, 20230 Celebrating its 20th year, ROMP Festival will return to Owensboro’s Yellow Creek Park June 21-24, 2023! Daviess County’s Yellow Creek Park, a 150-acre facility famous for its nature trails, winding creek and fishing lake, and sweeping tree-lines, plays host to ROMP each year. A full line-up of artist-led instrument workshops takes place
What is the Railbird Festival? Music Events by da jack hayford - May 6, 2023May 6, 20230 Traditionally, a Railbird is a horse racing enthusiast known for sticking close to the action, hanging on the rail as each contender comes barreling down the track. For one special weekend in June the term takes on an added meaning during the 3rd Annual Railbird Festival. 2 days. 3 stages. World
When is the Shaky Knees Music Festival? Music Events by da jack hayford - May 6, 2023May 6, 20230 THE NEXT SHAKY KNEES FESTIVAL TAKES PLACE MAY 5-7 2023 IN ATLANTA GA Since its inception in 2013, Shaky Knees has featured a diverse lineup ranging from world-renowned acts to up-and-coming artists. With more than 60 bands each year Shaky Knees is a rock-lover’s dream. From good ol’ southern BBQ to vegetarian
What is Live Nation Concert Week? Music Events Music News by da jack hayford - May 5, 2023May 5, 20230 Concert ticket prices got you down? Well then Live Nation's Concert Week offering ALL-IN $25 tickets to hundreds of events may be just the pick-me-up you need! Live Nation’s Concert Week runs from May 10 until May 16, 2023. During this week you can buy your $25 concert tickets online directly through Live
When is Summerfest? Music Events by da jack hayford - May 5, 2023May 5, 20230 THE 55TH ANNUAL SUMMERFEST TAKES PLACE JUNE 22-24 JUNE 29- JULY 1 JULY 6-8 Summerfest is one of the most highly anticipated music festivals of the year, held annually in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. With a dozen stages and 800 acts performing over 11 days, it is the world's largest music festival. The
When Is Lollapalooza? Music Events by da jack hayford - May 1, 2023May 2, 20230 THE NEXT LOLLAPALOOZA TAKES PLACE AUGUST 3-6 IN GRANT PARK, CHICAGO. Lollapalooza was founded in 1991 by Jane's Addiction frontman Perry Farrell, and it has since grown into one of the largest and most popular music events in the world. Over the years, Lollapalooza has hosted some of the biggest names in
What Is Ohana Festival? Music Events Music for a Cause by da jack hayford - May 1, 2023May 1, 20230 Ohana Festival 2023 takes place September 29 - October 1. Founded by Pearl Jam’s Eddie Vedder, this surfing-centric festival has announced its second Encore Weekend this year (2023), featuring Vedder, Alanis Morissette, The Black Keys and HAIM. The Ohana Festival was created to honor and protect the California coastline, and a portion
What Is The Hulaween Festival? Music Events by da jack hayford - May 1, 2023May 1, 20230 Hulaween Festival is an annual music and art event that takes place every October in the beautiful Suwannee Music Park, located in Live Oak, Florida. The festival, which started in 2013, has grown into one of the most highly anticipated events in the country's music scene, attracting thousands of music
When Is The Something In The Water Festival? Music Events Music for a Cause by da jack hayford - May 1, 2023May 1, 20230 THE 2023 SOMETHING IN THE WATER FESTIVAL TOOK PLACE APRIL 28-30, 2023. The Something in the Water Festival is a music and cultural event that takes place in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The festival was created by Pharrell Williams, a Virginia Beach native and Grammy-winning artist, as a way to showcase the city's
When is the Monterey Jazz Festival? Music Events Music History by da jack hayford - April 30, 2023April 30, 20230 The 66th Annual Monterey Jazz Festival • Sept 22-24, 2023 About the Monterey Jazz Festival The Monterey Jazz Festival is the longest continuously-running jazz festival in the world and is held annually on the 20-acre, oak-studded Monterey County Fairgrounds in Monterey, Calif. Since 1958, the nonprofit Monterey Jazz Festival has been committed
What is the Eurovision Song Contest? Music Events Music History by da jack hayford - April 26, 2023May 14, 20230 The Eurovision Song Contest is an internationally televised songwriting competition, organized by the European Broadcasting Union and featuring participants chosen by EBU member broadcasters representing their countries from across Europe and beyond. Each Participating Broadcaster has until mid-March to choose a song and an artist to perform it. The song and
Morgan Wallen Cancels Ole Miss Show Music Events Music News by da jack hayford - April 25, 2023April 25, 20230 Angering many of the fans already congregated at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford Mississippi, Sunday April 23, 2023, country music phenom Morgan Wallen abruptly announced that his show would not go on. The canceled performance was to be the second of two nights on his sold-out One Night at a Time Tour. At
Philadelphia Folk Festival Music Events Music News by da jack hayford - April 24, 2023April 24, 20230 The Philadelphia Folksong Society is taking a PAUSE this year, 2023, on presenting the 2023 Philadelphia Folk Festival, while we rebuild. We are grateful for the support of our community and look forward to seeing everyone in 2024! The Philadelphia Folk Festival is an annual music festival held in the Philadelphia
When is Rebels and Renegades Music Festival? Music Events by da jack hayford - April 23, 2023April 23, 20230 THIS SOUNDS LIKE AN AWESOME EVENT!!! This year, Rebels & Renegades Music Festival will once again take place at the Monterey County Fair & Event Center in Monterey, CA, bringing fabulous music to festival goers over three days; October 6-8, 2023. With Rebels & Renegades, promoters Dan and Amy Sheehan enjoyed the
When is the Capital Jazz Fest? Music Events by da jack hayford - April 13, 2023April 23, 20230 The 30th Annual Capital Jazz Fest takes place June 2-4, 2023. https://youtu.be/b5owP2YwgUw Capital Jazz Fest 2022 Each year in early June, tens of thousands of music lovers from throughout the country flock to the suburbs of Washington, D.C. to attend this weekend of cool jazz and soul - The Capital Jazz Fest. Started
