The best NYC concerts for April 2018

April might be known for its showers, but the first full month of spring is also known for delivering some great concerts to New York City. Prog metal takes over a popular Times Square venue, a respected hip-hop producer will mix things up inside Music Hall of Williamsburg, and a well-known bassist...

Glassjaw and Quicksand reveal 2018 summer co-headlining tour

With so many great summer tours taking place, you can always squeeze in one more to attend. This specific tour involves two of the biggest names in the post hardcore scene. Announced today, New York City's Quicksand and Long Island's Glassjaw will team up for a co-headlining tour across the United...

Sawyer Fredericks finds his independent spirit on 'Hide Your Ghost'

Most people know Sawyer Fredericks from his winning appearance on "The Voice" in 2015. Just 16 years old at the time, Fredericks set himself apart from the crowd not only for his youth but in his musical influences. Where reality singing shows tend to be filled with pop, country and R&B stars...

Billy Joel to perform 58th record-breaking MSG residency show on November 10

Billy Joel has extended his monthly residency at Madison Square Garden into the late fall. The Piano Man has announced a brand new show, slated for Nov. 10 in New York at The Garden by overwhelming popular demand. The six-time Grammy winner unveiled details of the latest addition on March 29 at his...

Bruce Springsteen adds 81 shows to solo Broadway run in New York

Bruce Springsteen fans in The Big Apple cannot get enough of The Boss. Due to “exceptional demand,” the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer has extended his “Springsteen on Broadway” run in New York at the Walter Kerr Theatre through mid-December. The 20-time Grammy winner announced the final 8...

Animal Collective to perform 'Sung Tongs' on 2018 summer tour

In 2004, indie rock band Animal Collective released their fifth studio album titled Sung Tongs. The 12 song release is one of two albums to feature founding band members Avey Tare and Panda Bear performing as a duo. Back in December, the pair performed the album in its entirety for the first time at...

Billy Joel adds 57th record-breaking MSG residency show in New York

Billy Joel continues to pack in the crowds at The World's Most Famous Arena. By popular demand, the six-time Grammy winner has added another new date to his monthly residency, scheduled for Oct. 27 in New York at Madison Square Garden. The Piano Man announced the new show on March 15 at his official...

Arctic Monkeys reveal North American summer tour schedule

Following what feels like months of waiting and speculation, British rock outfit Arctic Monkeys finally announced their North American touring plans on Monday morning. The band had previously revealed plans for their upcoming headlining appearance at Firefly Music Festival in mid-June, which will...

Ry Cooder announces tour in support of new album 'The Prodigal Son'

Ry Cooder has become the "Prodigal Son" of music. It’s been a while since anyone has last heard from him-- six years to be exact. While many were questioning whether he had disappeared from our radars forever, Cooder was busy in his recording lab, cooking up the latest stew of sounds that would be...

Interview: Pigeons Playing Ping Pong's Greg Ormont talks new album 'Pizazz' and how the band puts the 'Fun in Funk'

The first thing most people may notice about funk-infused jamband Pigeons Playing Ping Pong is their catchy, alliterative name. But for those so compelled to go see the up and coming four-piece, what becomes immediately evident is the band’s tireless work ethic and ability to enthrall and engage...

Nick Cave urges fans to ask him 'anything' on upcoming Q&A tour 'Conversations with Nick Cave'

There has always been an air of mystique around singer-songwriter Nick Cave. But now it seems Cave is ready to pull back the curtain so to speak. Nick Cave is hitting the road this spring for a series of Q&A shows dubbed “Conversations with Nick Cave,” and, according to Pitchfork, the Bad Seeds...

Chon announce 2018 spring tour with Polyphia, TTNG, and Tricot

Since the release of their sophomore studio album Homey, prog rock band Chon has seen major success with packed venues across the country. This spring, they're looking to continue their momentum with the return of the Super Chon Bros tour. Revealed today, their headlining tour begins on May 24, and...

Thursday announces 20th anniversary shows at Music Hall of Williamsburg for December

Influential New Jersey band Thursday are known for throwing some of the best annual holiday shows at Starland Ballroom. Over the weekend, the band posted a photo of Santa Claus with the caption, "You might guess the time, but can you guess the place?" With the assumption that Starland wasn't going...

Kyary Pamyu Pamyu announce 2018 world tour

2018 has already been a big year for J-Pop star Kyary Pamyu Pamyu. She recently celebrated her 25th birthday with her annual celebration at Tokyo nightclub AgeHa and announced a performance at Popspring 2018 along with Little Mix and Nick Jonas. Last year, the artist didn't make her way to North...

The best NYC concerts for March 2018

March is here, and while many will be busy at sports bars placing bets on March Madness, there's a ton of artists looking to deliver some performances all over the Big Apple. A symphonic metal band will bring a unique performance to Playstation Theater, a longtime New Jersey group make their return...

Best concerts and shows in New York for St. Patrick's Day 2018

This St. Patrick's Day, you're sure to find parties and events just about everywhere, with parades, plenty of "kiss me, I'm Irish" shirts and an abundance of green beer. Yet few things are more fun than a concert, and in New York this St. Paddy's Day, you can enjoy everything from rock bands to pop...

New York Knicks’ Emmanuel Mudiay receives second chance

Emmanuel Mudiay came into the NBA with great athleticism and higher expectations. The Denver Nuggets made him a top-10 pick in the 2015 NBA Draft, but his career flat-lined in the Rocky Mountains. Now, with the New York Knicks, he receives the rare second chance to prove himself once again. With the...