Newport Folk Festival 2023 SOLD OUT Music Events Music History by da jack hayford - April 11, 2023April 11, 20230 Next Newport Folk Festival July 28-July 30, 2023 is SOLD OUT. To get on a waiting list for tickets visit: newportfolk.org/tickets/. George Wein The world-famous Newport (Rhode Island) Folk Festival was founded in 1959 by folk-singer/activists Theodore Bikel and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Pete Seeger, folk musician, songwriter, radio broadcaster and Broadway play-write Oscar
When is the Calgary Folk Festival? Music Events by da jack hayford - April 10, 2023April 11, 20230 The 44th annual Calgary Folk Music Festival returns July 27-30, 2023 "The Festival" is Calgary's largest, most prominent annual gathering of original, independent artists in a creative, multi-faceted artistic program that combines some of the finest: roots, world music, country, alternative, blues, funk, dub, bluegrass, celtic, traditional (and more) artists from our own
Jelly Roll Shares Stories From His Time in Jail & the Music He’s Trying To Create Music for a Cause Music News Nashville Songwriting Spiritual Music by da jack hayford - April 8, 2023April 27, 20230 Editor: Jelly Roll is one of the most important new voices in music. Wanna feel good about life? Listen to the Jelly Roll / Bobby Bones interview. https://youtu.be/DIOnklpsGBQ Jason DeFord (born December 4, 1984), known professionally as Jelly Roll (sometimes stylized as JellyRoll), is an American singer, rapper, and songwriter known for
What is Jewel’s New Innerworld? Music Business Music Culture Music Education Music for a Cause Music News Spiritual Music by da jack hayford - April 7, 2023April 23, 20230 Photo Courtesy Biography.com/Getty My innerworld is where I go to create, to find my voice, to feel like I matter. Jewel Innerworld is a wellness company co-founded by the popular singer known as Jewel. It is an online virtual reality-based wellness center where people can use an anonymous avatar to access free mental
Can Country Music Lead America Out of Its Obsession With Guns? Music and Politics Music Business Music Culture Music Events Music for a Cause Music News Nashville by da jack hayford - April 6, 2023April 24, 20230 According to Ketch Secor, frontman for the alt-country music group Old Crow Medicine Show (which won a Grammy for best folk album in 2015), it's time for country music artists to step up to the plate on the issue of gun violence. In the wake of the March 27th, 2023,
Movement Electronic Music Festival Music Events by da jack hayford - April 4, 2023April 4, 20230 MOVEMENT DETROIT REVEALS 2023 LINEUP WITH SKRILLEX, BONOBO, FISHER, MORE The lineup features over 115 acts and includes Charlotte de Witte, TSHA, Keinemusik's Adam Port and a B2B set from Dom Dolla and John Summit, among others. JASON HEFFLERFEB 28, 2023 The organizers of Detroit's iconic Movement Electronic Music Festival are gearing up for a
Boston Calling Music Festival Music Events by da jack hayford - April 4, 2023April 4, 20230 Boston Calling is a three-day music festival that takes place annually in late May or early June at the Harvard Athletic Complex in Allston, Massachusetts. Since its inception in 2013, the festival has attracted thousands of music fans from all over the world with its diverse lineup of musical acts,
What is the Lovers and Friends Fest? Music Events by da jack hayford - April 4, 2023April 4, 20230 The Lovers and Friends Fest in Las Vegas is a celebration of love, music, and friendship. This event is a perfect blend of romance, good vibes, and great music that draws people from all over the world to Las Vegas. The event features a star-studded lineup of top performers in the
What is the Hangout Music Festival? Music Events by da jack hayford - April 4, 2023April 4, 20230 The Hangout Music Festival is an annual music festival held in Gulf Shores, Alabama, USA. It was first held in 2010 and has since become one of the most popular and highly anticipated music festivals in the United States. The festival is known for its beautiful beachside location, eclectic music
WTF? Testicle Festival. Music Events Music News by da jack hayford - April 3, 2023May 16, 20230 Don't worry, your balls will remain intact! Whether you call them Rocky Mountian Oysters, Cowboy Caviar, Tendergroin or simply Bull Balls. We've ordered a metric ton of bull balls and they'll be served all weekend long. Come partake in this midwest delicacy. Testyfest.us Editors Note: I had never heard of this event. Yes, certainly I've
Bye Bye Love: Remembering Phil Everly Music Legends Song Lyrics Songwriting by da jack hayford - March 30, 2023March 31, 20230 Before the Beatles, there were the Everly Bros. Chet Atkins (Renowned Guitar Player/Innovator and Music Executive) Phil Everly As the Los Angeles Times and other media reported, Phil Everly, the younger of the rock n' roll famous Everly Brothers, "died Friday, January 3, 2014 at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center in Burbank [CA] of complications from chronic obstructive
Who Wrote the Pink Panther Theme Music? Music and Movies Music in Commercials Theme Songs by da jack hayford - March 30, 2023May 1, 20230 The Pink Panther theme is one of the most famous movie soundtracks of all time. It was written by Henry Mancini (April 16, 1924 – June 14, 1994), whose career spanned 40 years and garnered the composer four Oscars and twenty Grammys, the all-time record for a pop artist. [Since surpassed by Beyonce] The Ultimate
The Cat’s In The Cradle of Islam…Everyone Jump Upon the Peace Train Music Legends Number 1 Songs Song Lyrics Songwriting by da jack hayford - March 30, 2023April 24, 20230 Harry Chapin OK so let's get this straight. Cat Stevens did not write or record "Cat's In The Cradle" despite listings to the contrary on the web and the perhaps natural popular misconception. "Cat's In the Cradle" was written by the late great performing songwriter/activist Harry Chapin. (Actually, the words to the song were written by
1-2-3-4 Tell Me That You Love Me More Music in Commercials by da jack hayford - March 29, 2023March 29, 20230 Feist "1-2-3-4, Tell Me That You Love Me More." What a refreshing sound and song from the Toronto-based folk-alternative singer (Leslie) Feist back in 2005. You probably first came to know it from the now obsolete APPLE i-POD NANO video/commercial which helped blow up Feist for Interscope Records. "Feist, who records under her surname
Everybody’s Talkin’: About Harry Nilsson Music and Movies Music in Commercials Music Legends Number 1 Songs Theme Songs by da jack hayford - March 29, 2023April 27, 20230 Harry Nilsson is my favorite singer of all time. He was also a great piano player and brilliant all around musician. But his VOICE, and amazing vocal abilities, I think, are unequaled. Harry was a troubled, perhaps devilish guy with the absolute voice of an angel. This documentary is a
What is the Country Thunder Music Festival? Music Events by da jack hayford - March 29, 2023July 13, 20230 Country Thunder is a music festival brand that hosts several concerts in North America each year. They have operated festivals in Wisconsin and Arizona since 1996, and shows in Saskatchewan since 2005 and in Alberta since 2016. In 2019, Country Thunder Florida joined the family! Past acts include: Garth Brooks, Kenny Rogers, John
Who Won the iHeart Music Awards? Music Awards Music Culture Music Education Music Events by da jack hayford - March 28, 2023March 28, 20230 2023 iHeart Music Award Winners Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, Drake, SZA, Bad Bunny, Doja Cat, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Morgan Wallen are among the winners of the varied musical categories featured in the 2023 iHeart Music Awards. For a complete list of nominees and winners, visit the iHeart Music Awards website. History
What are the CMT Awards? Music Awards Music Events by da jack hayford - March 27, 2023April 6, 20230 Lainey Wilson With four nods, Lainey Wilson is the leading nominee at the 2023 CMT MUSIC AWARDS, which will broadcast live from Austin, Texas' Moody Center on 8 p.m. (ET) Sunday, April 3rd 2023, on CBS. Kane Brown and Kelsea Ballerini will host the show. Cody Johnson, Brown and Jelly Roll
Stagecoach Music Festival Music Events by da jack hayford - March 26, 2023March 27, 20230 The Stagecoach Music Festival began in 2007 and has since become a major event for the country music industry, attracting top performers and thousands of fans from all over the world. Over the years, the festival has featured some of the biggest names in country music, including Kenny Chesney, Eric
What is the March Madness Music Festival? Music Events Music in Sports by da jack hayford - March 26, 2023March 26, 20230 The March Madness Music Festival is an annual event organized by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). It is typically held over the weekend of the Final Four of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament and features a lineup of popular musicians and bands. In 2023, the festival promises to be
What is the Ultra Music Festival? Music Culture Music Events by da jack hayford - March 23, 2023March 23, 20230 Ultra Music Festival (UMF) is one of the biggest electronic dance music festivals in the world, held annually in Miami, Florida. The festival started in 1999 and has since grown to become a global phenomenon, attracting thousands of music fans from all over the world. The festival is known for
Dreamville Festival Raleigh NC Music Culture Music Events by da jack hayford - March 23, 2023March 23, 20230 Dreamville Festival is an annual music festival that takes place in Raleigh, North Carolina. Founded by rapper J. Cole and his record label, Dreamville Records, the festival celebrates the rich musical heritage of the city and provides a platform for emerging artists to showcase their talent. The festival is a
Where is Treefort Music Fest? Music Events Music for a Cause by da jack hayford - March 22, 2023March 22, 20230 Treefort Music Fest is a yearly event that takes place in Boise, Idaho, and has been gaining popularity since its inception in 2012. It's a five-day music festival that celebrates music, art, and culture in a unique way. The festival has a diverse range of performers, from indie rock bands
What is the New Orleans Jazz Fest? Music Culture Music Events Music History by da jack hayford - March 22, 2023March 22, 20230 The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, also known as Jazz Fest, is one of the most iconic music festivals in the world. It has been held annually in New Orleans, Louisiana, since 1970, and has become a cultural celebration of the city's rich music heritage. The festival is a
Essence Festival of Culture Music Culture Music Events by da jack hayford - March 22, 2023March 22, 20230 The Essence Festival of Culture is an annual event that celebrates Black culture, music, and empowerment. The festival takes place in New Orleans, Louisiana, over a period of four days and features a lineup of renowned musical artists, keynote speakers, and cultural events. The festival attracts hundreds of thousands of
What is the Meaning Of Bonnaroo? Music Events Music History by da jack hayford - March 22, 2023March 27, 20230 If you’re a music lover, then likely you have heard of Bonnaroo. This four-day music and arts festival is one of the most popular in the United States, attracting thousands of fans from around the world each year. The festival takes place in Manchester, Tennessee, on a 700-acre farm that
What Does Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious Mean? Music and Movies Music Awards Music Business Music Education Music History Music Legends Song Lyrics by da jack hayford - March 22, 2023April 25, 20230 The word is a compound word, and said by Richard Lederer in his book Crazy English to be made up of these words: super- "above", cali- "beauty", fragilistic- "delicate", expiali- "to atone", and -docious "educable", with all of these parts combined meaning "Atoning for being educable through delicate beauty. Wikipedia.org Mary Poppins LP It's not the longest
Who Wrote the Theme from The Exorcist? Music and Movies Music Business Music History Theme Songs by da jack hayford - March 21, 2023March 21, 20230 The Exorcist Poster What do you remember most about the controversial 1973 horror film, The Exorcist? The special effects like Linda Blair, as the possessed Regan, swiveling her head 360 degrees? The graphic language often parodied as "Your mother sews socks that smell"? The phenomenon? It was the biggest grossing (no pun intended!) film of
Who Played the Organ on Bob Dylan’s “Like a Rolling Stone”? Music Business Music History Music Legends by da jack hayford - March 20, 2023March 21, 20230 EVERYBODY MUST GET STONED. Oops! Wrong song. EVERYBODY knows the words to Bob Dylan's "Like a Rolling Stone"! Oops, not quite right. EVERYBODY knows SOME OF THE WORDS to Bob Dylan's "Like a Rolling Stone"! "Like a Rolling Stone" just may be the greatest rock n' roll song of all time. Rolling Stone
Who Sang Total Eclipse of the Heart? Music Business Music in Commercials Number 1 Songs by da jack hayford - March 20, 2023March 22, 20230 Bonnie Tyler In 1982 prolific hit songwriter Jim Steinman produced Bonnie Tyler's Faster Than the Speed of Night album and wrote the single, "Total Eclipse of the Heart," which hit #1 and remained there for 4 weeks. At virtually the same time, Steinman had given another of his songs to the
