Latest news with #NoScrubs
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Wolfgang Van Halen, Billy Bob Thornton and 3 other big names playing Green Bay this fall
Monster guitar riffs from Wolfgang Van Halen. "No Scrubs" by TLC. A night with Billy Bob Thornton the musician, not the actor. Summer hasn't even arrived yet, but music fans who want to get in on some of fall's biggest concerts will need to do their ticket planning now. Here's five newly announced shows for Green Bay that have tickets that either just went on sale or go on sale May 9. Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters will make the only Wisconsin stop on the band's fall tour for a concert on Sept. 17 at the Ashwaubenon Performing Arts Center. Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters 7:30 p.m. Sept. 17 at Ashwaubenon Performing Arts Center, Ashwaubenon. The Academy Award-winning actor and star of Paramount+ series "Landman" makes his only Wisconsin stop on a U.S. tour in support of his band's 19th album, "Pepper Tree Hill," out July 11. Thornton and Grammy Award-winning sound engineer J.D. Andrew, who share a love of rock 'n' roll of the 1960s, formed the band in 2006. Fran Moran & The Nervous Wrecks open. $49, $59, $69; on sale now; TicketStar at 800-895-0071 and Eric Church 7:30 p.m. Sept. 25 at Resch Center, Ashwaubenon. The scramble to get tickets for this one is going to be real. Eric Church is always a slam dunk when he plays the Resch (seven sellouts and counting since 2012), but one of country music's biggest risk-takers with one of the genre's most passionate fanbases is only playing 22 cities on his Free the Machine Tour, and Green Bay is among the smallest markets to land a stop. Also fueling the excitement: rave reviews for his new "Evangeline vs. The Machine" album that dropped May 2. Rolling Stone called it "dazzling" and "a masterwork." The Marcus King Band opens. Tickets are $87 and up; on sale at 10 a.m. May 9; only (no phone or box office sales until after May 9). TLC's Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas, pictured, and Tionne "T-Boz" Watkins will perform Sept. 25 at EPIC Event Center in Ashwaubenon. TLC 7:30 p.m. Sept. 25 at EPIC Event Center, Ashwaubeon. Tionne "T-Boz" Watkins and Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas bring powerhouse 1990s hits "No Scrubs," "Waterfalls" and "Creep" to Green Bay for the group's first appearance in the city since I Love the '90s — The Party Continues Tour at the Resch Center in 2017. $59 general admission, $89 standing mezzanine, $119 reserved mezzanine; on sale now; More: Titletown announces Josh Turner as headliner for free Summer Fun Days Showcase concert More: 10 concerts announced for Levitt AMP music series, including two as part of bigger On Broadway events MercyMe 7 p.m. Oct. 17 at Resch Center, Ashwaubenon. Green Bay is the first stop on MercyMe's fall tour with nine-time Grammy nominee Natalie Grant and newcomer Sam Wesley, but it'll be a return visit to the Resch Center for the popular Christian band. The band's new version of "Oh Death" with Walker Hayes drops May 9. An album is due later this year. Tickets start at $39; on sale at 10 a.m. May 9; TicketStar at 800-895-0071 and Rock band Mammoth, fronted by Wolfgang Van Halen, will make its Green Bay debut on Nov. 23 at the EPIC Event Center in Ashwaubenon. Mammoth 7 p.m. Nov. 23 at EPIC Event Center, Ashwaubenon. Wolfgang Van Halen, son of the late Eddie Van Halen, formed Mammoth a decade ago, but this will be the rock band's Green Bay debut as part of a five-week fall headlining tour that launches Oct. 31. Mammoth, which recently dropped the "WVH" from its name, just released a new single, "The End," from the group's forthcoming third album. The accompanying video is a horror movie short starring Danny Trejo, with cameos by Wolfgang's mom, actress Valerie Bertinelli, Slash and Myles Kennedy, who is special guest on the fall tour. $37 general admission, $67 standing mezzanine, $97 reserved mezzanine; on sale at 10 a.m. May 9; Kendra Meinert is an entertainment and feature writer at the Green Bay Press-Gazette. Contact her at 920-431-8347 or kmeinert@ Follow her on X @KendraMeinert. This article originally appeared on Green Bay Press-Gazette: Wolfgang Van Halen, Billy Bob Thornton bringing bands to Green Bay
BBC News
26-03-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Kandi Burruss's weekend guide to Atlanta
The musician, producer and Real Housewives: Atlanta breakout star loves her hometown. Here are her top local picks, from brunch at Toast to people watching at the Beltline. Atlanta – the state capital of Georgia and the unofficial capital of the American South – started its life as a railroad terminus in 1837 and has served as a hub for American culture ever since. Ranking among the top cities for US tourism, Atlanta consistently draws visitors with its dynamic contemporary art scene and iconic soul food, as well as its abundance of greenery and sprawling historic estates. One of the main epicentres of the hip hop industry, it has also secured its place in music history, nurturing a long line of homegrown talent – like Kandi Burruss, the Atlanta-born singer, songwriter, producer and star of The Real Housewives of Atlanta. The future songstress was raised in the Atlanta suburb of East Point, where she attended Tri-Cities High School of Visual and Performing Arts and met the other members of R&B girl group Xscape; later going on to co-write the 1993 hit No Scrubs for TLC. Burruss joined the Real Housewives of Atlanta cast for its sophomore season in 2010, becoming a fan favourite and one of the longest-tenured housewives before leaving the show in 2024. Her latest venture takes her to New York City as she and her husband, Todd Tucker, co-produce the new Broadway production of Othello at the Barrymore Theatre, starring Academy Award winners Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal. But Burruss is an Atlanta girl through and through. "I was born and raised in Atlanta, so I am Atlanta," she says. "This is home base for me." Her time on Real Housewives allowed her to celebrate her Atlanta roots, and chronicled meeting her husband and the birth of her son, Ace. "It's been kind of cool to say I can go back and watch 14 years of my life," she says. "It was a great experience." Cameras followed Burruss and her co-stars as they crisscrossed the city to attend fashion shows; local restaurants, like 80-year-old Mary Mac's Tea Room; and major landmarks like the Georgia Aquarium, which set the scene for one of the show's beloved end-of-season reunions. Burruss owns various enterprises in town, including two restaurants and her business camp The Kandi Factory HQ ("You have to have an invite," she says), which put her at the heart of Atlanta's often over-the-top social scene. "Atlanta is a vibe," she declares. "It's a great place for work, fun, and the weather hits all four seasons; it's such a place to be." Here are Burruss's favourite ways to experience her hometown of Atlanta. 1. Best shopping: Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza If visitors are looking to drop some major coin, Burruss isn't against hitting up some of the most recognisable spots in Atlanta. "People always go to Lenox [Square] or Phipps [Plaza] if they want to shop," she says. Both malls are in the city's upscale Buckhead neighbourhood and include the designer labels that Burruss and her co-stars wear on the show, like Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Dior. The Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead and the InterContinental Buckhead Altanta hotels, both located nearby, played host to the Real Housewives of Atlanta for various events, like Nene Leakes's wedding in 2013. Website: 3393 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326Phone: +14042336767Instagram: @lenoxsqmall Website: 3500 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326Phone: +14042620992Instagram: @shopphippsplaza 2. Best brunch: Toast Atlanta has 53 restaurants listed in the Michelin Guide (and eateries like Fishmonger and Staplehouse have taken top spots on Bon Appétit's Best New Restaurants listings in recent years), but diners can also enjoy the city's iconic Southern dishes like fried chicken at The Busy Bee Cafe and peach cobbler at Ms Ruby's Peach Cobbler Café in Buckhead. Anyone looking to refuel after a late night or keep the party going after a big celebration can opt for brunch; another reality TV standby. While Burruss famously doesn't imbibe, she's happy to recommend her favourite spot. "If I wanted to get up and go to brunch, it's a place called Toast. They have a great brunch," Burruss says of the trendy eatery, found just outside of Atlanta's Buckhead neighbourhood. "The food is really good." Visitors can feast on "New American Brunch" dishes like strawberry-shortcake French toast or fried catfish and grits, while fans of Real Housewives will recognise the restaurant as the spot where Burruss feuded with her co-star Marlo Hampton at Shereé Whitfield's Keepin' it Gucci brunch in 2023. Website: 2770 Lenox Rd Suite B-1, Atlanta, GA 30324Phone: +14047484594Instagram: @toastonlenox 3. Best place to catch up with your girlfriends: Frost Bistro & Bar As Burruss knows, getting a group of girlfriends together is no easy feat. So she looks for venues with good vibes and good music to accompany any tea that might get spilled (gossip) when she and her girls get together. "My friend Rasheeda owns a place called Frost Bistro. We might hang out there, because they play good music," Burruss says. Fans of reality TV may also remember the restaurant from VH1's Love & Hip Hop Atlanta. Rasheeda and Kirk Frost, who have headlined the show since 2012, opened the casual Southern-style bistro back in 2020, offering a breakfast and brunch menu full of inventive cocktails and modern, stick-to-your-ribs Georgia-style dishes. "I like the oxtail and grits, the snapper and the French toast," says Burruss. Website: 281 Peters St SW, Atlanta, GA 30313Phone: +14049635495Instagram: @frostbistro 4. Best place to bring first-time visitors: Atlantic Station Atlantic Station is a favourite for locals and tourists, thanks to its views, restaurants and family-friendly attractions. The building was once a steel mill and has since been transformed into a collection of boutiques, eateries and apartments in addition to a rooftop amusement park. Its location between Atlanta's West Side, Home Park and South Buckhead makes it easy for visitors to get to no matter where they're coming from. "You want to go to Atlantic Station. They always have a lot of kids hanging out and playing," Burruss says. "I just took my son and his friends to Skyline Park at Ponce City Market. [They] have great restaurants in that building and on the rooftop is where Skyline Park is. So, you get an amazing view of the city." Skyline Park includes a miniature golf course, a three-storey slide, and Heege Tower, which gives riders a 360-degree view of Bucktown, Midtown and downtown Atlanta. Website: 1380 Atlantic Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30363Phone: +14049007900Instagram: @atlanticstation 5. Best outdoor experience: the Beltline In a past life, Atlanta's Beltline was a rail corridor that circled the city. Now, it's a pedestrian-friendly path where Burruss goes to soak up the sun. The star notes that it attracts people from all over the city, making it prime for people-watching. Its trails extend more than 11 miles and notable stops include the Atlanta Beltline Arboretum, The Beacon and Krog Street Market. Public art is on display, too, including rotating exhibitions of sculptures, murals and performances throughout the year. "Especially when the weather is good," Burrus says. "That's a fun time, because I like to just walk and people-watch. There's stops along the way where you can eat. In the summer, I like to ride my bike on the Beltline. I think that's kind of cool and fun." Website: 619 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312Phone: +14044773003Instagram: @atlantabeltline BBC Travel's The SpeciaList is a series of guides to popular and emerging destinations around the world, as seen through the eyes of local experts and tastemakers. -- For more Travel stories from the BBC, follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram.
