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Yahoo
20-05-2025
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- Yahoo
LiveNation's $30 ticket deal this summer offers affordable seats for Cyndi Lauper, The Offspring, Nelly and dozens more
Summer tours are aplenty this year, but for a lot of the big arena shows and festivals, prices have gotten prohibitively expensive thanks to things like dynamic pricing and competitive presale and resale markets. Fortunately, Live Nation has a solution that will still let fans get tickets to some great shows for a reasonable price: they're launching a $30 Ticket to Summer promotion this week so that fans can pay just $30 for tickets to a wide variety of shows across the U.S. and Canada. Starting on May 21, fans can buy these specially-priced tickets which will only be available while supplies last, You can check out nostalgia acts like yacht rock legends Toto and Christopher Cross (who are performing on the same bill with Men at Work), '90s favorites like Goo Goo Dolls, Blink-182 and Barenaked Ladies, or more current acts like Luke Bryan, Halsey or AJR. You can check out the up-to-date list of performers below, and find out everything you need to know about this special concert deal. Live Nation's $30 concert ticket promotion is accessible on their website, where you can check out a complete list of performers, dates, and venues. You can learn more about which shows are eligible for this promotion at Once you've select the event you are interested in, look for the "$30 Ticket to Summer" ticket type, add tickets to your cart, and proceed to the checkout. Buy tickets If you're a T-Mobile subscriber or a Rakuten customer, you can grab early presale access to all of Live Nation's discounted tickets starting Tuesday, May 20 at 10 a.m. local venue time, you'll need a presale code from those sites. (You can sign up for a Rakuten membership for free to gain access to the presale.) General on sale ticketing for the $30 Ticket To Summer deals will begin May 21 at 10 a.m. local venue times on Live Nation. Buy tickets Yes, LiveNation's $30 ticket price includes all service fees, before taxes. Any taxes will be added as applicable by city, state and/or venue. The only catch is that Dozens of performers are participating in the $30 Ticket To Summer deal, here's an up-to-date list of participating acts: $uicideboy$ Avril Lavigne Barenaked Ladies Big Time Rush Billy Idol The Black Keys Cody Jinks Coheed and Cambria Counting Crows Cyndi Lauper Dierks Bentley Dispatch The Doobie Brothers The Driver Era Goo Goo Dolls Halsey Hardy Hauser James Taylor Keith Urban Kesha Kidz Bop Kids Leon Bridges Little Big Town +Live+ & Collective Soul Luke Bryan Nelly The Offspring Pantera Papa Roach & Rise Against Peach Pit & Briston Maroney Pierce the Veil Rod Stewart Simple Minds Slightly Stoopid Styx & Kevin Cronin Band Summer of Loud Tedeschi Trucks Band Thomas Rhett Toto + Christopher Cross + Men at Work Volbeat Weird Al Yankovic Willie Nelson Buy tickets
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘American Idol' Season 23 finale: Who took the crown — John Foster, Breanna Nix, or Jamal Roberts?
Tonight on American Idol, the top three give their final performances in a star-studded night filled with music legends and top stars. After the nationwide vote, host Ryan Seacrest reveals this year's American Idol winner. Will John Foster, Breanna Nix, or Jamal Roberts take the crown? Follow our live blog to see each performance and up-to-the-minute results below. The three-hour finale of American Idol airs live coast-to-coast beginning at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on ABC. Judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan will cheer on the contestants as "Artist in Residence" Jelly Roll mentors the finalists ahead of their last performance. More from GoldDerby 'I'm anointed': Jamal Roberts becomes the first Black man to win 'American Idol' in 22 years, following Ruben Studdard Everything to know about the 'American Idol' Season 23 finale: Returning contestants, superstar guests, finalists' new singles ... 'Your life flashes before your eyes': 'The Amazing Race' winners Carson and Jack, runners-up Han and Holden talk Season 37 finale Each of the top 14 contestants return to make an appearance on tonight's finale along with superstar guests Brandon Lake, Goo Goo Dolls, Good Charlotte, Jennifer Holliday, Jessica Simpson, Kirk Franklin, Myles Smith, Patti LaBelle, and Salt-N-Pepa. SEE New singles released from Top 7 American Idol finalists 8 p.m. — Previously, on American Idol: The top three finalists were announced on May 12 after competing in "Disney Night No. 2" — performing a pair tunes featured in classic Disney movies. John Foster ("The Bare Necessities"/"Rainbow Connection") edged out Jamal Roberts ("Ain't No Mountain High Enough"/"Beauty and the Beast") and Breanna Nix ("This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)"/"You'll Be in My Heart") to win Gold Derby's poll as your favorite performer. Thunderstorm Artis ("A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes"/"Find Yourself") and Slater Nalley ("You've Got a Friend in Me"/"Born to Be Wild") were eliminated from the competition. The grand finale performances for America's vote were: John Foster Age: 18 Hometown: Addis, La. Performance: "Courtesy of The Red, White and Blue (The Angry American)" by Toby Keith Carrie's comments: "You're pulling out all the stops." Lionel's comments: "That's the way you run for offi-- nailed it, nailed it, nailed it." Luke's comments: "Your whole disposition has changed -- the confidence and your voice has gotten better." Jamal Roberts Age: 27 Hometown: Meridian, Miss. Performance: "First Time" by Teeks Carrie's comments: "I feel like tonight, you look so comfortable and at ease." Lionel's comments: "What I love about you is the way you just navigate the story and it happens to come out of your mouth in brilliant form." Luke's comments: "Will you teach me how to be that smooth? Everything about you is a star." Breanna Nix Age: 25 Hometown: Denton, Texas Performance: "In Jesus Name (God of Possible)" by Katy Nichole Carrie's comments: "You just reminded everybody why we love you. It's so warm and believable." Lionel's comments: "This has turned into a slugfest -- every one of you in your own lane has a career forever. Stay on your path." Luke's comments: "You've just been amazingly solid all year, you deliver week in and week out. You have such a special heart and thing about you." John Foster Age: 18 Hometown: Addis, La. Performance: "Take Me Home, Country Roads" by John Denver Carrie's comments: "Great song choice. Everybody at home was singing." Lionel's comments: "For all of you out there: vote, vote, vote." Luke's comments: "That hometown piece, whew. Really beautifully done." Jamal Roberts Age: 27 Hometown: Meridian, Miss. Performance: "Just My Imagination (Running Away with Me)" by The Temptations Carrie's comments: "You can sing things that are contemporary and it fits. You can sing things that are throwback and it fits. It all sounds fresh and new and fun." Lionel's comments: "You are divinely guided, my friend." Luke's comments: "I cannot believe that you have been in a schoolroom teaching kids and you go from that to what you're able to do in front of us. You're one of the most amazing people that I've ever seen on this show." Breanna Nix Age: 25 Hometown: Denton, Texas Performance: "The Climb" by Miley Cyrus Carrie's comments: "You're just a gorgeous, wonderful inspiration to so many people." Lionel's comments: "Perfect song. Perfect voice. Perfect presentation." Luke's comments: "What a perfect song choice. You just took me on an unbelievable ride." John Foster Age: 18 Hometown: Addis, La. Performance: "Tell That Angel I Love Her" Jamal Roberts Age: 27 Hometown: Meridian, Miss. Performance: "Heal" The evening's celebratory performances included: John Foster, Jamal Roberts & Breanna Nix Performance: "We Are the Champions" by Queen Salt-N-Pepa Performance: "Push It" / "Shoop" / "Whatta Man" with the Ladies of the Top 14 Good Charlotte Performance: "The Anthem" / "Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous" with Guys of the Top 14 Luke Bryan Performance: "Country Song Came On" / "Deeper Than the Holler" by Randy Travis with John Foster Kirk Franklin Performance: "Melodies from Heaven" and "Love Theory" with Canaan James Hill Goo Goo Dolls Performance: "Iris" with Mattie Pruitt Brandon Lake Performance: "Daddy's DNA" with Breanna Nix Jennifer Holliday Performance: "I Am Changing" with Gabby Samone Jelly Roll Performance: "Unpretty" and "Liar" with Jamal Roberts Myles Smith Performance: "Nice to Meet You" and "Stargazing" with Ché Chesterman and Filo PJ Morton Performance: "How Deep Is Your Love" by Bee Gees with Amanda Barise Patti LaBelle Performance: "Lady Marmalade" with Kolbi Jordan Carrie Underwood Performance: "I'm Gonna Love You" with Cody Johnson and Slater Nalley The War and Treaty Performance: "Hey Driver" with Thunderstorm Artis Jessica Simpson Performance: "Blame Me" / "These Boots Were Made for Walkin'" with Josh King Lionel Richie Performance: "Stuck on You" with Carrie Underwood and Luke Bryan Following the nationwide vote, the winner of American Idol Season 23 is Jamal Roberts. The Season 23 runner-up is John Foster. This season's third-place finisher is Breanna Nix. SIGN UP for Gold Derby's free newsletter with latest predictions Launch Gallery: 'American Idol' Season 23 cast: Meet the Top 24 finalists Best of GoldDerby 'Survivor' deaths: Full list of castaways we've lost Everything to know about the 'Survivor 48' finale: Airdate, title, finalists, challenges, rules 'The Masked Singer' spoilers: Who is Boogie Woogie? Click here to read the full article.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jessica Simpson returns to live TV for first time in 15 years to help crown new American Idol
Jessica Simpson made her triumphant return to live TV for the first time in 15 years on the season 23 finale of American Idol. During Sunday's three-hour episode, the 44-year-old singer and actor gave two special performances; first of her new song 'Blame You' followed by her hit 2005 cover of Nancy Sinatra's 'These Boots Are Made for Walkin'.' She duetted the latter with former American Idol contestant Josh King, who had been eliminated weeks earlier. Hours before her surprise guest appearance, Simpson shared a clip on Instagram of her entering her on-set trailer, writing: 'American Idol Rehearsal.' Simpson's return to live TV comes months after she released her first new music since her 2010 album, Happy Christmas. Titled Nashville Canyon, Pt. 1, the EP consists of five songs, including 'Blame You.' Following its March release, the reality TV star performed her first concert in 15 years at the Luck Reunion music festival in Spicewood, Texas. She explained at the time that her long-awaited return to music was inspired by her ongoing divorce from Eric Johnson. 'I was in a very intuitive state and I had asked some very personal questions on the home front and I found out that my world had been turned upside down and that life was now very different,' she told the festival crowd. 'You know, when we open our hearts, sometimes we're vulnerable and it just gets broken and maybe sometimes we forget that we've been broken for a really long time.' Simpson wasn't the only major musical guest to appear on the American Idol finale. The Goo Goo Dolls, Patti LaBelle, Salt-N-Pepa, Josh Groban, and Jennifer Holliday were also among the guest performers. The evening started off with the three finalists, Jamal Brown, John Foster, and Breanna Nix, competing for the crown. Brown, 27, paired up with country star Jelly Roll for a performance of his 2024 songs 'Liar' and 'Unpretty,' while Foster, 18, was joined by judge Luke Bryan for a rendition of 'Deeper Than the Holler.' Nix, 25, sang 'Daddy's DNA' with singer-songwriter Brandon Lake. In the end, Brown was crowned the winner, making him the first Black winner since season two victor Ruben Studdard in 2003. Foster came in second place, followed by Nix in third. For his win, Brown received a recording contract and a significant cash prize, though it's unknown exactly how much he was awarded, as the amount has reportedly changed since the show started. 'I'm still trying to process this… God is so good,' he wrote on Instagram of his victory. 'From my first step on that stage to this unbelievable moment, I never dreamed a kid from my hometown would one day be called American Idol. This journey has been bigger than me, and I'm so grateful for every person who believed in me when I was just chasing a dream.'
Forbes
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Who Won ‘American Idol' 2025? Season 23 Finale Recap And Results
JOHN FOSTER, BREANNA NIX, JAMAL ROBERTS Disney American Idol crowned its Season 23 winner on Sunday, May 18, during a live, star-studded finale filled with stellar performances and lots of special guests. Read on for a recap of the grand finale, including who was named the American Idol 2025 winner and runner-up. Judges Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, and Carrie Underwood all performed during the finale, joined by the Top 14 and special guests including the Goo Goo Dolls, Good Charlotte, Jessica Simpson, Patti LaBelle, Salt-N-Pepa, Jennifer Holliday, Josh Groban, Brandon Lake, Cody Johnson, Myles Smith, and Kirk Franklin. The night kicked off with the Top 3 contestants – John Foster, Jamal Roberts, and Breanna Nix – performing 'We Are the Champions' by Queen. In the final episode, the singers were mentored by artist-in-residence, rapper and songwriter Jelly Roll. JOHN FOSTER, LUKE BRYAN Disney First up was 18-year-old Foster, who sang "Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue (The Angry American)" by Toby Keith. Richie said he 'nailed' the performance, while Underwood said she was so proud of him. Fellow judge Bryan praised his growth and confidence, adding that it's been a 'privilege' to watch him on stage. Roberts, 27, then took the stage to perform 'First Time' by Teeks. Underwood pointed out how comfortable and at ease he looked on stage. 'Everything about you is a star,' Bryan said, complimenting how smooth he is. Richie added that he loves how Jamal navigates the story on stage, which comes out of his mouth 'in brilliant forms.' Twenty-five-year-old Nix was up next, performing 'In Jesus Name (God Is Possible)' by Katy Nichole. 'You've just been amazingly solid all year,' praised Bryan. Richie told Nix that her belief has always shown through her music and urged her to stay on her path. Underwood noted how Jesus has been an important part of her journey from the beginning. 'That's who you are.' JAMAL ROBERTS, JELLY ROLL Disney The contestants then headed back to their respective hometowns. Addis, Louisiana native Foster performed 'Take Me Home, Country Roads' by John Denver. Richie quipped that he wanted to see Foster's birth certificate and urged viewers to vote. Underwood commended his song choice, while Bryan highlighted his emotional hometown visit. Following his hometown visit to Meridian, Mississippi, Roberts performed 'Just My Imagination (Running Away with Me)' by The Temptations. Underwood praised his ability to sing everything from contemporary to throwback hits. Bryan called Roberts 'one of the most amazing people' he's ever seen on this show. Richie said he was 'divinely guided' and is 'going to rock the world.' Nix concluded the second round of performances before the first elimination. She returned to her roots in Denton, Texas, then hit the stage to sing 'The Climb' by Miley Cyrus. The judges gave her a standing ovation. "What a perfect song choice," Bryan said, adding that she took him on an 'unbelievable ride.' Richie added, 'Perfect song, perfect voice, perfect presentation.' Underwood commented that she's 'a gorgeous, wonderful inspiration for so many people.' BREANNA NIX Disney Breanna Nix was the first contestant eliminated in the American Idol Season 23 finale. Longtime host Ryan Seacrest announced that her new single, 'Higher,' is out now. 'I don't even know where to begin… Nix Nation - thank you from the bottom of my heart to every single one of you who's supported me throughout this experience,' the singer wrote on Instagram after the finale. 'I'm overwhelmed with gratitude and so excited for what's next. I can't wait to share more music and grow with you, this is just the beginning. There's so much I want to say, but for now… thank you. Truly. You've changed my life.' JOHN FOSTER Disney Coming in second place, John Foster was named the American Idol Season 23 runner-up. The aspiring country singer later wrote on Instagram that it was a 'true blessing' to share the Idol stage with so many incredible heroes, new faces, and legends. 'I'm beyond thankful, and I can't wait to keep making music for y'all as long as the good Lord lets me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart - times a million," Foster added. Also during the finale, Foster performed his new song, 'Tell That Angel I Love Her,' which is now available to stream. JAMAL ROBERTS Disney Jamal Roberts was named the winner of American Idol Season 23. Roberts became the first Black man to win the singing competition since Season 2's Ruben Studdard in 2003. After his victory, the Mississippi P.E. teacher took the stage to perform 'Her Heart' by Anthony Hamilton. 'I'm still trying to process this… God is so good,' Roberts shared in a heartfelt post on Instagram. 'From my first step on that stage to this unbelievable moment, I never dreamed a kid from my hometown would one day be called American Idol. This journey has been bigger than me, and I'm so grateful for every person who believed in me when I was just chasing a dream.' He continued, 'Most of all, I hope my girls see this and know that with faith, hard work, and heart, anything is possible. To my city, my family, and everyone out there grinding for something greater, this is our victory.' The 27-year-old father to 6-year-old Harmoni and 4-year-old Lyrik said he can now 'make music with the best in the world" and share his story, adding that this isn't the end, but the very beginning. 'From the bottom of my heart… THANK YOU! None of this happens without y'all.' Roberts' new single, 'Heal,' which he performed on stage before his win, is available now. Richie told USA Today after the finale that he was 'so happy' for Jamal. "And there's no number two guy here," he added, referring to Foster as the runner-up. 'They equally stood next to each other and represented their lane of music — and killed it. I'm so happy for both of them.' During the broadcast, Seacrest revealed that over 26 million votes were cast Sunday night – more than double the number from last year's finale. Watch the moment Roberts was crowned the winner below. The American Idol Season 23 finale is now available to stream on Hulu starting May 19.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Goo Goo Dolls Fans Lose Their Minds Over 'Incredible' New Release
Fans of the Goo Goo Dolls just got the surprise of their lives when the beloved band released never-before-seen footage from the 1998 music video of one of their biggest hits, and they can't believe the performers have been "hiding" it from them all this time. Alongside a preview posted to X of "a brand new lyric video" posted to YouTube for their fan-favorite track "Iris," the band revealed they dug "deep into the archives" for video that was shot for the original production but never used. Listeners were completely gagged by the 26-year-old glimpse at the musicians, who hit it big in 1995 after their breakthrough single "Name." There was enough footage in their archives to make a full-length video of lead vocalist and guitarist John Rzeznik, bassist and vocalist Robby Takac, and former drummer Mike Malinin, with one fan calling out how much they loved that it was done to "the full version and not the radio edit." "Why have you been hiding this?!" one demanded before adding, "I absolutely 💯 love the behind the scenes footage ❤️😊🔥." "Babe John 🥹," another fawned over the then-33-year-old. "Yes! Yes! Yes! 😍," others celebrated. "25 years later and we are still getting fed with UNRELEASED FOOTAGE!" someone on YouTube wrote excitedly, adding, "What a time to be alive." "Incredible quality," someone else praised. "It is really cool to see additional footage. Love it.""Interesting visual changes," another observed, noting the contrast between the original version. "Love this.""Crying over a song from the '90s like it just broke my heart today," someone else admitted, adequately describing the state of mind for Dolls fans everywhere.
