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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'A beacon in the darkness': Paul Simon returns to Canada after seven years, defying hearing loss with grace and music
In a return to live performance in Canada after 7 years, Paul Simon graced Toronto's Massey Hall on May 27. The 83-year-old singer-songwriter, renowned for his evocative storytelling and musical innovation, is embarking on his "A Quiet Celebration" tour, a series of intimate performances across North America. Dressed casually in jeans, a ball cap, and a purple jacket, Simon opened his second set with the 1968 classic "America." Before starting his song, he reflected on its themes of division and the search for identity, drawing parallels to contemporary times. "I wrote that song many years ago," he shared, noting its relevance today. He then offered a poignant observation: "I'm happy to report that I've found it. It's here in Canada. You really are a beacon in the darkness at this point." The evening commenced with a full performance of his 2023 album, "Seven Psalms," a contemplative piece exploring spirituality and human connection. Accompanied by a chamber ensemble featuring harmonium, flute, strings, and intricate percussion, Simon delivered the seven-movement composition with a blend of spoken word and song. His wife, singer-songwriter Edie Brickell, joined him for "The Sacred Harp," adding depth to the introspective set. The second half of the concert celebrated Simon's extensive catalog, offering reimagined versions of beloved tracks. Highlights included "Graceland," "Rene and Georgette Magritte With Their Dog After the War," and "The Late Great Johnny Ace," the latter accompanied by visuals of John Lennon, John F. Kennedy, and Johnny Ace. Brickell returned for a whistling solo on "Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard," adding a playful touch to the evening. Live Events The encore featured fan favorites "50 Ways to Leave Your Lover" and "The Boxer ," culminating in a solo performance of " The Sound of Silence ." The audience was visibly moved as Simon softly sang, "Hello darkness, my old friend, I've come to talk with you again," bringing the night to a poignant close. Simon, who had previously retired from touring in 2018 due to hearing loss, collaborated with the Stanford Initiative to Cure Hearing Loss to adapt his performances for optimal acoustics. The "A Quiet Celebration" tour continues with additional dates in Toronto on May 29 and 30, followed by performances in Vancouver, New York, Los Angeles, and other cities. Who is Paul Simon? Paul Simon is an iconic American singer-songwriter known for his poetic lyrics, innovative music, and enduring hits both as a solo artist and as half of the legendary duo Simon & Garfunkel. With classics like 'The Sound of Silence,' 'Graceland,' and 'Bridge Over Troubled Water,' he has shaped popular music for over six decades.
Economic Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
'A beacon in the darkness': Paul Simon returns to Canada after seven years, defying hearing loss with grace and music
Paul Simon, at 83, returned to the Canadian stage after seven years, performing at Toronto's Massey Hall as part of his "A Quiet Celebration" tour. He delivered his 2023 album "Seven Psalms" and reimagined classics, with Edie Brickell joining him. Simon, who addressed hearing loss challenges, concluded the night with a moving rendition of "The Sound of Silence." Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Who is Paul Simon? In a return to live performance in Canada after 7 years, Paul Simon graced Toronto's Massey Hall on May 27. The 83-year-old singer-songwriter, renowned for his evocative storytelling and musical innovation, is embarking on his "A Quiet Celebration" tour, a series of intimate performances across North casually in jeans, a ball cap, and a purple jacket, Simon opened his second set with the 1968 classic "America." Before starting his song, he reflected on its themes of division and the search for identity, drawing parallels to contemporary times. "I wrote that song many years ago," he shared, noting its relevance today. He then offered a poignant observation: "I'm happy to report that I've found it. It's here in Canada. You really are a beacon in the darkness at this point."The evening commenced with a full performance of his 2023 album, "Seven Psalms," a contemplative piece exploring spirituality and human by a chamber ensemble featuring harmonium, flute, strings, and intricate percussion, Simon delivered the seven-movement composition with a blend of spoken word and song. His wife, singer-songwriter Edie Brickell, joined him for "The Sacred Harp," adding depth to the introspective second half of the concert celebrated Simon's extensive catalog, offering reimagined versions of beloved tracks. Highlights included "Graceland," "Rene and Georgette Magritte With Their Dog After the War," and "The Late Great Johnny Ace," the latter accompanied by visuals of John Lennon, John F. Kennedy, and Johnny Ace. Brickell returned for a whistling solo on "Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard," adding a playful touch to the encore featured fan favorites "50 Ways to Leave Your Lover" and "The Boxer ," culminating in a solo performance of " The Sound of Silence ." The audience was visibly moved as Simon softly sang, "Hello darkness, my old friend, I've come to talk with you again," bringing the night to a poignant who had previously retired from touring in 2018 due to hearing loss, collaborated with the Stanford Initiative to Cure Hearing Loss to adapt his performances for optimal "A Quiet Celebration" tour continues with additional dates in Toronto on May 29 and 30, followed by performances in Vancouver, New York, Los Angeles, and other Simon is an iconic American singer-songwriter known for his poetic lyrics, innovative music, and enduring hits both as a solo artist and as half of the legendary duo Simon & Garfunkel. With classics like 'The Sound of Silence,' 'Graceland,' and 'Bridge Over Troubled Water,' he has shaped popular music for over six decades.
New York Post
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
What do tickets cost to see Olivia Dean on her ‘Across The Atlantic Tour'?
Vivid Seats is the New York Post's official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. Olivia Dean isn't just opening for Sabrina Carpenter this year. The 26-year-old pop-soul singer just announced her 15-concert 'Across The Atlantic Tour' that will send her to theatres, clubs and music halls all over North America this summer. Early in the run, she'll headline at Brooklyn's Paramount on Thursday, July 17. Advertisement 'See you in the summertime,' the London native shared on Instagram. This quick run of shows comes in support of Dean's 2023 debut album 'Messy,' which spawned the hits 'Dive' and 'The Hardest Part.' As of now, no new record is on the way although she told Dazed 'I'm working on another album, which will be a little further down the line.' Once the solo trek ends, Dean will join Sabrina Carpenter for seven shows on the recently-extended 'Short 'n Sweet Tour.' That includes five (!) shows at NYC's Madison Square Garden on Oct. 26, Oct. 28, Oct. 29, Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 with the 'Espresso' hitmaker and fellow special guest Amber Mark. If you want to see her live, tickets are available for all 'Across The Atlantic Tour' show as of today. Advertisement At the time of publication, the lowest price we could find on tickets for any one solo gig was $ including fees on Vivid Seats. For those hoping to see Dean with Carpenter, prices start at $307 including fees for the MSG concerts. Looking to 'Dive' a little deeper? You're in the right place, Deanos. Advertisement Our team has everything you need to know and more about seeing Olivia Dean live in 2025 below. All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation. Olivia Dean solo tour schedule 2025 A complete calendar including all solo tour dates, venues and links to the cheapest tickets can be found here: Olivia Dean tour dates Ticket prices start at July 12 at the Variety Playhouse in Atlanta, GA $161 (including fees) July 14 at the 9:30 Club in Washington, D.C. $173 (including fees) July 16 at the Theatre of Living Arts in Philadelphia, PA $138 (including fees) July 17 at the Brooklyn Paramount in Brooklyn, NY $182 (including fees) July 19 at the Royale in Boston, MA $161 (including fees) July 22 at the Beanfield Theatre in Montreal, QC, CA $99 (including fees) July 24 at Massey Hall in Toronto, ON, CA $85 (including fees) July 25 at Massey Hall in Toronto, ON, CA $58 (including fees) July 27 at the Concord Music Hall in Chicago, IL $172 (including fees) July 30 at the Ogden Theatre in Denver, CO $105 (including fees) Aug. 1 at Soundwell in Salt Lake City, UT $148 (including fees) Aug. 3 at Warfield in San Francisco, CA $86.02 (including fees) Aug. 5 at the Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles, CA $172.55 (including fees) Aug. 6 at the Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles, CA $166.53 (including fees) Advertisement (Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and, if it isn't noted, will include additional fees at checkout.) Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand. They offer a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and your tickets will be delivered prior to the event. Still curious about Vivid Seats? You can find an article from their team about why the company is legit here. Sabrina Carpenter tour schedule 2025 As noted above, Dean is opening for Sabrina Carpenter this fall. Below, you'll find all of her upcoming tour dates, venues, shows with Olivia Dean (marked in bold) and links to the cheapest tickets available. Sabrina Carptenter tour dates Ticket prices start at July 5 at British Summer Time in London, GB $179 (including fees) July 6 at British Summer Time in London, GB $189 (including fees) July 31 through Aug. 3 at Lollapalooza in Chicago, IL Four-day passes $734.85 (including fees) Aug. 3 at Lollapalooza in Chicago, IL Single-day passes $323.36 (including fees) Oct. 3-5 at Austin City Limits in Austin, TX Three-day passes $562.02 (including fees) Oct. 4 at Austin City Limits in Austin, TX Single-day passes $329.46 (including fees) Oct. 10-12 at Austin City Limits in Austin, TX Three-day passes $546.06 (including fees) Oct. 11 at Austin City Limits in Austin, TX Single-day passes $323.76 (including fees) Oct. 23 at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA with Olivia Dean $375 (including fees) Oct. 24 at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA with Olivia Dean $420 (including fees) Oct. 26 at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY with Olivia Dean $314 (including fees) Oct. 28 at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY with Olivia Dean $307 (including fees) Oct. 29 at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY with Olivia Dean $347 (including fees) Oct. 31 at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY with Olivia Dean $325 (including fees) Nov. 1 at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY with Olivia Dean $378 (including fees) Nov. 4 at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN with Olivia Dean $353 (including fees) Nov. 5 at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN with Olivia Dean $341 (including fees) Nov. 10 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON, CA $348 (including fees) Nov. 11 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON, CA $297 (including fees) Nov. 16 at the Arena in Los Angeles, CA $ (including fees) Nov. 17 at the Arena in Los Angeles, CA $ (including fees) Nov. 19 at the Arena in Los Angeles, CA $ (including fees) Nov. 20 at the Arena in Los Angeles, CA $261 (including fees) Nov. 22 at the Arena in Los Angeles, CA $285 (including fees) Nov. 23 at the Arena in Los Angeles, CA $312 (including fees) Olivia Dean set list Most recently, Dean performed at Bangkok's Centerpoint Studio on Feb. 22. According to Set List FM, here's what she took to the stage that evening. 01.) 'UFO' 02.) 'OK Love You Bye' 03.) 'Echo' 04.) 'Danger' 05.) 'Time' 06.) 'Be My Own Boyfriend' 07.) 'What Am I Gonna Do on Sundays?' 08.) 'No Man' 09.) 'Messy' 10.) 'Nice To Each Other' 11.) 'Touching Toes' 12.) 'Everybody's Crazy' 13.) 'I Could Be a Florist' 14.) 'Dangerously Easy' 15.) 'Getting There / Ladies Room' 16.) 'Millionaire' (Kelis cover) 17.) 'Reason to Stay' 18.) 'The Hardest Part' 19.) 'Carmen' 20.) 'It Isn't Perfect But It Might Be' 21.) 'Dive' Olivia Dean new music Advertisement Although she's released a number of singles — including 'It Isn't Perfect But Might Be' from the new 'Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy' film — Dean's most notable output is her aforementioned 2023 album 'Messy.' Spaced-out, soulful, achingly honest, there aren't enough adjectives to describe the impressive 12-track record. Just a few of our favorites here include the bouncy bop 'Ladies Room,' smoky, searching 'No Man,' blissed-out, funky 'Dangerously Easy,' rhythmic, reggae-esque 'Danger' and synthy-y yet twinkly title track 'Messy.' Yet, the obvious standout here is the posh, cinematic 'Dive,' which just might be the perfect rom-com montage song. The stripped-down interlude midway through the song will give you goosebumps. At the very least, it did for us. Want to give the record a spin? You can find 'Messy' here. Huge stars on tour in 2025 Advertisement Quite a few up-and-coming icons that share some songwriting DNA with Dean will be out and about these next few months. Here are just five of our favorites you won't want to miss live. • Lake Street Dive • The Mariás Advertisement • Gracie Abrams • HAIM • Corinne Bailey Rae Who else is out and about? Take a look at our list of all the biggest artists on tour in 2025 to find the show for you. Advertisement This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Aly & AJ: Former Disney stars get honest with songs about mass shooting, body image, mental health and grief in 'Silver Deliverer'
While many of us grew up with Aly Michalka and AJ Michalka, known as the music duo Aly & AJ, from Aly's role in Phil of the Future to their joint Disney Channel Original Movie (DCOM) Cow Belles. This year also marks the 20th anniversary of their album Into The Rush, featuring popular songs like "Rush," "No One" and "One The Ride." Aly & AJ have reworked songs from that album ahead of their upcoming fall North American tour, including a stop in Toronto at Massey Hall on Oct. 15. "We did it with our band, who obviously didn't have nearly as deep of an understanding with that music from the past, except for our bassist who, funny enough, toured with us back in the day when we first toured 'Into The Rush' as an album," Aly told Yahoo Canada. "It was his first tour that he was on, and we recently kind of just reconnected through a producer that brought him in for a session, and then he became our bassist out on the road. When we were planning these shows, he was like, 'It's crazy. All these songs are coming back to me.'" "It was cool to be able to reimagine them in slight ways, but really just stay true to the way that people fell in love with these songs, and kind of stripping them down to how we even just initially wrote them in our room as teenagers. It was a really beautiful energy to see so many fans singing in the crowd to these songs that I know meant so much to them and still do to this day." But Aly & AJ's newest album, Silver Deliverer is an example of the incredible evolution the sisters have had as artist, an enticing sound that draws in fans who grew up with the sisters, and newcomers to their music. One thing that's very clear about all the tracks on Silver Deliverer is that Aly & AJ have really committed to honest in their lyrics, from the song "Sirens" about their personal experience with a mass shooting in Sacramento, California, to the song "Michael" about their late friend and business manager, and "Places To Run," with lyrics related to Aly's mental health struggles. "We've always been the type to write about our personal experiences, but for whatever reason I think this record really pushed our honesty when it came to the lyrics of the songs that we were writing, and the subject matters [we] speak about," Aly said. "And I think part of that is maybe just us getting older, feeling more brave and less fragile about just speaking about them in just a plain and simple way." "And just letting the music meet us where we're at," AJ added. "It's really important to tell stories based on the current point in life you're at." "I think it's beautiful to write about the past and what you hope for in the future, but it's also really great to let fans in on what you're going through currently. And I really feel like this record does that. I mean, we've been through a lot in the last couple of years, so it felt very fair to write about what we've been through very recently." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aly & AJ (@alyandaj) For the song "Sirens," the sisters took the opportunity to funnel their personal trauma of the mass shooting into music, but also committed to being advocates for gun reform, partnering with the non-profit March Fourth and previously meeting with former U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris to discuss legislative changes. "The experience itself, it was so clear to Aly and I that, OK, if we're going to be continuing to play music for years to come, we have to back it up with advocacy, and this is something that we really want push forward right now," AJ said. "I think for us, it wasn't just about writing the song, but making sure we spend time on stage every night while on tour discussing our story and trying to get people involved, whether that's encouraging them to lobby, to vote, to sign a petition, to donate, whatever that looks like in the moment." "I think that a song like 'Sirens,' it was not only a healing mechanism for Aly and I to write a song like that, but it's also been really amazing to share that story with our fans. ... We made a pact that year. We were like, you know what we're going to do everything we can to to advocate for a cause that we really believe in, that we've now experienced firsthand, and now that Aly is a first-time mom, it means an even greater deal to us at this point, because of having a child in the family." Another particular highlight on Silver Deliverer is "What It Feels Like," that has this beautiful message about embracing aging and pushing back on this societal obsession with beauty and linking that with youth. "We write these songs for our fans, but they're also for us, in a way, it's this anthem to remind myself who I am and what I love about myself, no matter what age I'm entering. No matter what my skin looks like. No matter what my hair looks like or how I'm fitting into my clothes," AJ said. "And not to say those things don't continue to bother me as I get older, those things are always going to be, I think, a slight challenge." "I think growing up in the industry, there is a certain obsession with body ... and youth, and I think people deal with that whether they're in the industry or not. So I think having a song that is a bit of an anthem for women and men who are entering their 30s or 40s going like, 'Wow, I just want to know what it feels like to to love myself and to feel comfortable with the space I'm currently at.' And I think Aly and I have had to remind ourselves about that on a daily basis, and the song really has helped me with it." But Aly & AJ have a history of creating songs that really speak to their fans, and have endured the test of time, including the Into The Rush song "No One," which had a resurgence in popularity after the death of Michelle Trachtenberg, with the song used in her film Ice Princess. "It's almost like a time capsule for memories, ... and when I think of certain songs from my past or my childhood, I definitely associate them at specific times in my life, or maybe things that I was going through or struggling with," Aly said. "We found it really beautiful and touching that, that song was so deeply connected with so many people." While Aly & AJ have toured for years, there's a new addition on the road this time around, Aly's son Jack. "It's a wild new chapter in our life and we're trying to really embrace it, because we know that it's also fleeting. It's not going to be like this forever," Aly said. "The next thing I know, he'll be like driving a car." "But he's a really awesome kid and he's really just down for the adventure. And we've been really lucky, and our little tribe of people that have been there to help us out and just be there when we need to hand him off, or he needs be watched for an hour. ... My husband is always kind of wrangling him, but it'll be full on, given that we'll be out on the road and we're so used to touring without a child. Some of our freedom will change, but I also think that it's going to be this beautiful new memory that we'll have together as siblings and as a family." But while Aly & AJ had an early push in their career with Disney, as independent artists their circle is now quite small, an interesting evolution in their careers as musicians. "When you when you grow up in the industry at a young age and you're working under a major corporation, where it's like Disney Channel becomes the middleman to your fans, and there's nothing wrong with that, but now that we're independent artists, it's so direct," AJ said. "It's just us and fans constantly." "Even when we're on tour or in a meet and greet, or at a vinyl signing or whatever it might be, there's no middleman kind of conducting how things are going to go. It's us and the fans, and I really love that. I think the fans know that and there's an authentic friendship and a relationship that we now have with our fans who have grown up with us." "At the end of the day, now we just make the decisions on everything in a way that wasn't the case," Aly added. "It was like, oh you have to go through the the long list of people that check things off and approve stuff, and then it gets brought to us for us to sign off." "But now it's so direct, it means that there's slightly more work, and our eyeballs are really across everything. But it's also more rewarding in a way too."
CTV News
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Jazz concerts to honour Oscar Peterson on what would have been his 100th birthday
Oscar Peterson speaks after being presented with the Internation Association of Jazz Education president's award during a gala dinner in Toronto on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2003. (CP PHOTO/Frank Gunn) TORONTO — Canadian jazz legends Dave Young and Oliver Jones are among the musicians set to honour Oscar Peterson at a concert next month in Toronto. 'Oscar Peterson at 100' takes place at Massey Hall on June 14 and is billed as 'a Canadian celebration' of the late jazz pianist featuring old friends and musicians who were inspired by his work. It's among many upcoming events that will mark what would've been Peterson's 100th birthday this summer. Nearly two dozen performers have been announced for the show, which is being co-produced by his daughter Céline Peterson. They also include pianist Robi Botos, Juno-winning singer Laila Biali and composer Sean Nimmons, the grandson of jazz clarinetist Phil Nimmons. The show will mix performances of Peterson's original compositions with a selection of jazz standards. Peterson was born Aug. 15, 1925 and died of kidney failure in 2007 at the age of 82. A series of cross-country shows are being organized by Peterson's daughter this year in co-ordination with a group of musicians named the Oscar Peterson Centennial Quartet. Celebrations include events at the Montreal Jazz Festival, Stratford Festival and Banff Centre. The pianist's widow Kelly Peterson will also speak about her life with the musician at an event in Waterloo, Ont. on July 18. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 14, 2025.
