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Journalist finds additional calling as songsmith
When it came to creating his most recent set, “Silhouette of a Fool,” Jim Hoehn’s worlds as a songsmith and news reporter were fused.
Lisa Marie Presley returns with rootsy third album
After moving across an ocean to rural England, Lisa Marie Presley found herself as close as she's ever been to her father, at least musically.
Library of Congress taps 25 sounds for registry
From rare audio interviews of former slaves to recordings by Donna Summer and the Grateful Dead, 25 sounds that shaped the American cultural l…
Michael Jackson costumes to be exhibited, sold
Michael Jackson's glittery gloves, spangled jackets, stage-worn costumes and personal fashion effects are going on a world tour.
Multi–act shows, longtime favorites highlight 2012's summer concert season
For generations now, live music package tours and multi–act concerts have been a mainstay in the live music strata.
Harbor Lights debuts new album in Valparaiso show
It's time once again for celebrating the sounds of the doo-wop era in the Region.
Huey Lewis and the News still rockin' on tour
If you called Huey Lewis a musical road warrior, you wouldn't be wrong.
Neil Sedaka turns his calendar girl into dino pet
Where has Neil Sedaka been all these years? Wiggling his way into the hearts of a new generation, for one, through picture books accompanied b…
Katie Crandol, Kevin O'Hara recipients of this year's Joe B. Memorial Benefit
The memory of a Hammond cop lives on through an annual benefit in his name.
Open mic nights give local talent a chance to shine
While open mic night is hardly a new concept, it nearly went the way of drive-in movies and lip-sync contests as karaoke grew more and more po…
May 11, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra to present pops concert
If you're a fan of the television show "Glee!," you may want to check out a regional version of the choral group musical show concept when Nor…
May 11, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Mint Condition to bring its soulful sounds to Gary
Mark Spencer is honored to close Gary's West Side Theatre Guild's 2011-2012 season with eclectic musical group Mint Condition.
Mavis Staples: The lady sings the blues
If the blues were a woman, Grammy winner Mavis Staples would have her number.
Region band delivers album starring original tunes
Fernando Rodriguez is traveling a dual musical path these days.
May 11, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Christian songsmith Brady Toops comes to Valparaiso
Although songwriting as a craft is a solitary excursion for contemporary Christian tunesmith Brady Toops, the end result of his labor is the m…
Carrie Underwood learns from imperfect moments
"American Idol" did more than launch Carrie Underwood's career — it helped shape the picture-perfect image she has today.
Meet the Beetles brings Fab Four to life
The music of the four most famous Liverpudlians will shine in Three Oaks, Michigan, in May. Meet the Beetles, a Chicago band that pays tribute…
May 04, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Classic crooner Bobby Vinton happy for Chicagoland return visit
Phil Potempa's daily entertainment news column.
George Harrison's widow hopes new book fills in blanks
George Harrison's widow Olivia hopes to add more perspective on the reticent Beatle with her new digital book, and fill in the blanks left by …
Weird Al beats Mayans to the Alpocalyptic punch
Beating the Mayan civilization to the punch, Weird Al Yankovic unleashed "ALpocalypse" last summer, forever changing the world as we know it a…
Grammy nominated Kim Richey 'Wheels' into the region
The live music series produced by Valparaiso–based Imagine Music has brought in many well-known artists to the historic Memorial Opera House. …
Peter Bradley Adams finds success on screen and stage
Over the last several years, Americana–minded songwriter and performer Peter Bradley Adams' music has been introduced to the masses courtesy o…
WANISS May Wine Brunch celebrates 40th year raising money for a musical cause
Erma Bombeck, housewife-turned-humorist and syndicated newspaper columnist, is famous for a quote to describe the fashion romance women have w…
April 29, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Vince Gill finds variety really is the spice of life
Since hitting the big time in the 1979 as a member of country-rock group Pure Prairie League, Vince Gill has never stopped moving forward long…
Michael McDermott rocks for Respite House
Twenty one years ago, an enthusiastic and starry-eyed Michael McDermott released his major label debut album, "620 W. Surf." The 1987 graduate…
Woodstock's Melanie returns to Valparaiso for a trip back to the 60s
Melanie — the cherub-faced, folk-rock waif who stole the show at Woodstock on the first evening of the legendary three-day music — brings her …
Local musicians 'come together' at County Line Orchard to help the NWI Food Bank
Decades after John, Paul, George & Ringo bid farewell to the Beatles, their music reverberates each spring in a local barn when area music…
After dark times, Jason Mraz brings the 'Love'
Don't let Jason Mraz's optimistic demeanor fool you: He can be dark, and he's got songs to prove it.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra to rock the region
Fans of rock opera or rock theater will want to be in the audience when Trans-Siberian Orchestra works its magic in Hammond.
Dan Navarro brings his solo show to Chicago Street Theatre
For a quarter century, Dan Navarro was half of the prolific singer/songwriter acoustic duo Lowen & Navarro, who released 12 albums togethe…
Cathedral Arts welcomes Michigan organist for annual recital
For the Cathedral Arts annual spring recital, organist David Troiano will play music built around the theme "With a Greater Alleluia: An Easte…
Bonnie Raitt steps into 'Slipsteam,' first album in 7 years
Bonnie Raitt had been thinking about working with Grammy-winning producer Joe Henry for years. And Henry had been kicking around the idea of r…
Greasers salute old time rock and roll
To Josh Holmes, front man of Josh Holmes and the Greasers, the heart of today's rock and roll would not be beating if it wasn't for the genre'…
Memories of time in Indiana un–Frayed for pop hitmakers
For members of the pop–rock hitmaking outfit The Fray, Indiana has a special place in their collective hearts.
'Jersey Boys' is back to entertain music fans
For the past six years, the tunes of The Four Seasons have celebrated new life in the Tony-Award winning show "Jersey Boys."
Valparaiso Jazz Fest trumpets 27th year
Jazz music comes in many styles and over the past 26 years the Annual Valparaiso University Jazz Festival has showcased them all.
April 06, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
'Fab' program comes to Ivy Tech Community College
For those who never tire of discussing The Beatles, an upcoming program at Valparaiso's Ivy Tech Community College Northwest, will offer a his…
Jim Marshall, founder of Marshall amps, dies at 88
Ears still ringing from the 1960s? Jim Marshall might be to blame.
Thomas Dolby bridges past, future on 'Time Capsule' tour
Thomas Dolby — a bespectacled lad who wore a lab coat and sang "She Blinded Me with Science" in the memorable music video for his 1982 Top 5 h…
March 30, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
'Crazy Girl' carries Eli Young Band to ACMs, beyond
Count the guys in Rascal Flatts among the fans of "Crazy Girl," the song that took the Eli Young Band to the top of the country songs chart a…
Music review: Madonna still brings heat, beats on 'MDNA'
Madonna says it best on the opening track of her twelfth album: "No one can put out my fire." At 53, she's still got it going on.
Country stars stampede to studio to help Lionel Richie
Kenny Chesney was so excited about the idea of working with Lionel Richie that he drunk-dialed the pop legend to suggest a song. Darius Rucker…
Highland songsmith Darren Zancan to play Valparaiso's Cornucopia Coffee Company
To Highland songsmith and performer Darren Zancan, reaching wide audiences and finding fame and fortune are hardly one in the same.
A fresh take on Lionel Richie classics
Lionel Richie named his new album "Tuskegee" for his Alabama hometown, a subtle reference to his southern roots. By remaking his hits with suc…
Region native’s band Uncle Bonsai marks first show in NWI in more than two decades
Arni Adler, region native and one third of the Seattle–based trio Uncle Bonsai, likes that her band is still evolving after a history that spa…
Young performers who have survived cancer to sing at Radio City Music Hall
In a packed rehearsal room a few floors above the massive stage at Radio City Music Hall, 13-year-old Alyssa Casson walked to a spot in front …
March 25, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Swing daddy: Ellis Marsalis headlines Valparaiso University's annual jazz fest
Most casual music lovers probably recognize Ellis Marsalis not so much for his deeply swinging feel at the piano or the long list of accomplis…
March 23, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Acoustic duo bring the heat
Jeff Young, one half of the region–based duo Scoville Brothers, describes his musical relationship with bandmate Doug Lins as nearly telepathic.
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