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Forbes
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Stars To Honor Linda Ronstadt At Country Music Hall Of Fame Concert
UNSPECIFIED - CIRCA 1970: Photo of Linda Ronstadt Photo by MichaelLinda Ronstadt will soon be honored at a Country Music Hall of Fame concert featuring Trisha Yearwood, James Taylor and others. Dubbed the 'Queen of Country Rock' by the Country Music Hall of Fame, Ronstadt's hits in the genre include 'Desperado,' "Silver Threads and Golden Needles," "Blue Bayou," 'Love Has No Pride' and "When Will I Be Loved." The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum announced this week that it will be honoring the legendary singer with the concert dubbed "Trisha Yearwood and Friends Celebrate Linda Ronstadt and Los Angeles Country-Rock" on July 22 in Nashville, Tenn. Tickets for the concert went on sale on Friday and are already sold out. 'Linda Ronstadt is a big reason I wanted to be a singer,' Yearwood said in a statement on the Country HOF website. 'I'm honored to be a part of celebrating Linda and this incredible era of music that is such an important part of the history of country music.' In addition to Yearwood and Taylor, the concert will feature Rodney Crowell, Emmylou Harris and Patti Scialfa. WASHINGTON - DECEMBER 8: R&B collective Earth, Wind & Fire, actress Sally Field, singer Linda ... More Ronstadt, childrens television program Sesame Street and conductor and musical visionary Michael Tilson Thomas were recognized for their achievements in the performing arts during THE 42nd ANNUAL KENNEDY CENTER HONORS, to be broadcast Sunday, Dec. 15 (8:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Pictured: Linda Ronstadt, Michael Tilson Thomas (Photo by John Paul Filo/CBS via Getty Images) The "Trisha Yearwood and Friends Celebrate Linda Ronstadt and Los Angeles Country-Rock" concert is being staged in conjunction with the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum's new exhibit Western Edge: The Roots and Reverberations of Los Angeles Country-Rock, which is running through Sept. 1. Per the Country HOF, the exhibit examines the rise of country-rock in the 1960s and '70s and spotlights such artists as the Byrds, Buffalo Springfield, the Flying Burrito Brothers, Poco, Eagles, Emmylou Harris, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and Ronstadt. The exhibit 'traces communities of visionary singers, songwriters, and musicians who set about reinvigorating the sounds of pop and rock by infusing elements of country, bluegrass, and folk music,' noted the Country HOF. 'Fostered in local nightclubs and late-night jam sessions, the resulting musical fusion, 'country-rock,' made a lasting impact on popular music.' Ronstadt, 78, retired from singing in 2011 after she was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, per Billboard. Ronstadt was elected to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2019 and was one of the recipients at the Kennedy Center Honors in 2019. In January of 2024 Walk the Line producer James Keach and Ronstadt's manager John Boylan announced that a music biopic was in the works about the singing icon starring Selena Gomez as Ronstadt, per The Hollywood Reporter. The film is still in development.
Boston Globe
20-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
Free things to do this week: Marathon treats, soft rock tribute bands, and Intro to Twerk lessons
Get Love Letters: The Newsletter A weekly dispatch with all the best relationship content and commentary – plus exclusive content for fans of Love Letters, Dinner With Cupid, weddings, therapy talk, and more. Enter Email Sign Up WILL RUN FOR CHOCOLATE After running 26.2 miles, Boston Marathon runners may be craving a sweet treat more than ever — and they certainly deserve it. On Monday, Levain Bakery in Back Bay and Seaport will give free cookies to anyone wearing an official medal. Runners can stop by during the store's hours to claim their prize. April 21, 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Locations vary. Advertisement Plugged in Band will give a free performance at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library. Plugged In TUNE IN TO PLUGGED IN The JFK Presidential Library will partner up with Needham-based band and music program, April 22, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Columbia Point. Advertisement HOW FAR YOU'LL GO If you spent that November weekend at the movie theater, you may have skipped Disney's April 23, 1-4 p.m. 100 CambridgeSide Place, Cambridge. ION THE PRIZE Know the difference between a proton and an electron? The phases of photosynthesis? How many bones there are in the human body? Test the limits of your scientific knowledge at GBH's Nova Science Trivia Night, a monthly event where participants are tested based on various scientific categories. This month, GBH will quiz contestants on the forest-themed facts and the history behind pseudoscience as they compete for prizes. April 24, 5:30-7 p.m. 700 Boylston St. BREWS AND BOOS In the spirit of the refreshing, tangy Michelada, Lamplighter Brewing Co. will be throwing a gore-themed party in honor of the cherry-red Mexican cocktail. Attendees can expect screenings of horror favorites like 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre,' 'Hell House LLC,' and others to play all night. While drinks are for purchase, the evening will also feature a costume contest, where the partygoer with the goriest costume will win a refreshing prize. April 25, 6 p.m. 21+. 110 N First St., Cambridge. Advertisement CAMBRIDGE ARTS POETRY READING April is National Poetry Month, so enthusiasts of the lyrical, literary genre may want to celebrate by sharing or listening to local poetry. The City of Cambridge is organizing just the space for this with its City Night Reading programming, where 25 artists will read, sing, and perform their poetic work. April 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Little Crêpe Café, 102 Oxford St., Cambridge. TAPESTRY OF MUSIC Listening to the music of the '70s and '80s can be longingly nostalgic, for the past we knew or an era we missed out on. These musical touchstones can be re-explored at the City of Quincy's free Soft Rock Concert. Tribute bands bringing the artistry of Fleetwood Mac, Carol King, the Carpenters, and Linda Ronstadt back onstage will perform all afternoon at the Hancock-Adams Common this Saturday. April 26, 1-7 p.m. Hancock-Adams Common, 1305 Hancock St., Quincy. This Sunday, Fly Together Fitness will be hosting a Spring Open House, where attendees can take free introduction to pole, chair, and twerk mini-classes. Fly Together Fitness TWIRLING AND TUMBLING Sometimes, staying active is the only thing keeping us sane. At the same time, the gym can be boring or intimidating, and the weather may not be quite warm enough for running outdoors without the annoyance of a runny nose. Fly Together Fitness, a Boston-based pole and dance studio, is encouraging locals to try a more confidence-boosting, sensual exercise with its Spring Open House this Sunday, where registered attendees can take introduction to pole , chair, and twerk mini dance classes for free. April 27, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 100 Parker St., Watertown. Advertisement Send info on free events and special offers at least 10 days in advance to . Marianna Orozco can be reached at
Axios
18-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
"SNL" at 50: Local cast members, performers and parodies on "Saturday Night Live"
Dozens of notable Arizonans have hosted, performed and been parodied on " Saturday Night Live" over its five-decade run. Zoom in: "SNL" is celebrating 50 years this weekend and we took a deep dive into the archives to find some of Arizona's greatest hits on the iconic late-night comedy show. 1977, 1979, 1980, 1987 and 1989: Singer Linda Ronstadt Tucson native Linda Ronstadt appeared on "SNL" five times, first as a member of the Rhondettes, then with the cast of "The Pirates of Penzance" and later to perform duets with Phoebe Snow, Aaron Neville and The Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán. Best performance:" Shoop Shoop Song" with Phoebe Snow 1983 and 2024: Singer Stevie Nicks Phoenix native Stevie Nicks first performed on "Saturday Night Live" in 1983 and returned as a musical guest last year. Songs performed:"Stand Back," "Nightbird," "The Lighthouse" and "Edge of Seventeen" 1987 and 1988: Former Gov. Bruce Babbitt The former governor made a cameo while running for president in 1987, where cast member Al Franken accused him of using the express grocery lane with 14 items. The following year, comedian Phil Hartman parodied Babbitt in a sketch about the Democratic presidential debate. Best line:"It is time that I step up and admit that in the past, I have been guilty of the injudicious use of grocery store express lanes." 1990-1994: Cast member Rob Schneider In his post-"SNL" life, Rob Schneider has made a home in the Valley and recently even floated a possible gubernatorial run. Iconic sketch:" The Richmeister" (aka the "Makin' Copies Guy") 1990-1996: Cast member David Spade Arizona comedian David Spade became one of the show's most famous cast members and was considered one of the "Bad Boys" of "SNL" alongside Chris Farley, Chris Rock, Adam Sandler and Schneider. Iconic sketches:" Hollywood Minute" and " Matt Foley: Van Down By The River" 1996: Musical group Gin Blossoms Tempe's favorite band, Gin Blossoms, made it big as "SNL" musical guests in 1996. Songs performed:" Follow You Down" and "Memphis Time" 1993, 2010, 2012 and 2018: Suns star Charles Barkley Retired power forward Charles Barkley hosted the show four times and has been impersonated by comedian Kenan Thompson more than a dozen. Best sketch:" Daily Affirmation with Stuart Smalley," where a self-help guru (played by Franken) helps Barkley come to terms with never winning a championship. 2002: Musical group Jimmy Eat World The local favorite group was the musical guest in 2002. Songs performed:"The Middle" and "Sweetness" 2002, 2015 and 2020: Nils Lofgren E Street Band member Nils Lofgren, who has lived in Scottsdale since 1996, performed on the show three times with Bruce Springsteen. Best performance:" I'll See You in My Dreams" 2002 and 2008: Former U.S. Sen. John McCain McCain became the first sitting senator to host "SNL" in 2002 and returned for a cameo three days before the 2008 presidential election, where he appeared alongside Tina Fey, who famously impersonated his running mate Sarah Palin. He was parodied many times throughout his presidential campaigns by Chris Parnell and Darrell Hammond. Best sketches:" John McCain and Sarah Palin do QVC," " To Love, Honor and Stalk" and " Meet the Press: John McCain" 2006: Former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor Kristen Wiig parodied Arizona's Sandra Day O'Connor in a sketch with Jimmy Carter, impersonated by Darrell Hammond. Best moment: The two discussed U.S.-Iraq relations with Barry Gibb of the Bee Gees (played by Jimmy Fallon) before the singer hilariously threatened to "murder (O'Connor) on national television" and "shove a bottle inside (Carter) and kick it until it breaks." 2008: Michael Phelps Olympian-turned-Arizonan Michael Phelps hosted the show after winning eight gold medals at the 2008 Olympics. Best line:"I just don't think I'm cut out for this whole swimming thing. I just pictured myself on the starting block and I got so scared I thought I fudged my Speedo." 2010, 2011, 2016, 2019 and 2023: Actress Emma Stone Phoenix native Emma Stone is the youngest member of the Five-Timers Club (people who have hosted at least five times). She met her husband, longtime "SNL" writer and director Dave McCary, while hosting in 2016. Best sketch: " Wells for Boys" 2012-2022: Cast member Aidy Bryant Phoenix native Aidy Bryant spent a decade as an "SNL" cast member. Best sketches: Her impersonations of then-White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders 2018: Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell Bryant impersonated fellow Arizonan (and current Maricopa County Attorney) Rachel Mitchell after she got national attention for interviewing Brett Kavanaugh and Christine Blasey Ford during Kavanaugh's confirmation hearing for the U.S. Supreme Court. Best line:"Although everyone will constantly be referring to me as female prosecutor, you can really just call me straight up prosecutor." 2021: Former U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema Cecily Strong played a chaotic former U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema who wanted to make things as difficult as possible for then-President Biden in a sketch about the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill. Best line:"I didn't come to Congress to make friends, and so far, mission accomplished." 2022: Former GOP gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake During her failed gubernatorial run in 2022, "SNL" poked fun at former Phoenix TV anchor Kari Lake and her constant use of soft-focus camera filters. Best line:"My campaign isn't dead yet, even though my camera filter makes it look like I'm in heaven." 2022-present: Cast member Michael Longfellow Current cast member Michael Longfellow is a Phoenix native and ASU alum. Best sketch:" Weekend Update: Resident Boyfriend"
