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Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Despite wet weather, thousands gather for day one of Boston Calling music festival
Boston Calling had a wet start to the weekend on Friday, but the rain did not stop people from smiling and enjoying the music. Tens of thousands of music fans are expected to attend the annual music festival this Memorial Day weekend. Country singer Luke Combs took to the stage Friday night, as well as Sheryl Crow and Megan Moroney, along with dozens of other artists set for Saturday and Sunday. 'I'm looking forward to seeing Luke Combs,' said Joe Mazzarella. 'He's my inspiration.' 'Tonight, it's T-Pain, tomorrow Fall Out Boy, Avril, All Time Low, it's our pre-teen emo years that we're reminiscing,' Kara Corslund said. The rainy and dreary weather is not fazing those who have been looking forward to this weekend for months. 'It's not too bad either, just a couple sprinkles,, not going to hurt nobody,' Charlie Bowe said. The music festival at Harvard's Athletic Center looks a lot different compared to last year. 'It was really fun, really hot the day that I went,' Allison Stacey said. 'A lot of people were passing out and stuff.' Organizers with Boston Calling added extra water stations throughout the venue, redesigned the stages to help with congestion, and also added an indoor arena. Meanwhile, the group TLC did not perform on Friday due to a medical issue. 'Any time that an artist needs to be like, 'hey, I can't do this for whatever reason', that's their choice, it stinks they're not here, but take care of yourself,' Corslund said. Fall Out Boy and Avril Lavigne are Saturday's headliners with the Dave Matthews Band on Sunday. perform This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sheryl Crow Shares Empathetic New Single ‘I Know' for Mental Health Awareness Month
Sheryl Crow unfurled her new single 'I Know' on Friday (May 23) in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. On the tender ballad, the nine-time Grammy winner lays out the importance of empathy and connection as she sings, 'But maybe I could hold your hand/ And count the teardrops as they flow/ And promise never to let go/ I see the struggle in your face/ The only thing that I can say/ Is I know/ I know/ I know how it feels,' over restrained guitars. More from Billboard Musicians Who Have Opened Up About Their Mental Health Struggles U2's Bono Calls for Hamas to 'Release the Hostages, Stop the War' During Ivor Novello Awards Speech Rob49 on Viral Stardom, 'Let Me Fly,' Collab Album With G Herbo & Making Music With Justin Bieber The singer-songwriter, who recently served as a Mega Mentor on the just-concluded season 27 of The Voice, also opened up about the inspiration behind the song in a social media post on Wednesday (May 23). 'In a recent moment when I was really struggling, I picked up my guitar and wrote a song… Sometimes when we're struggling, just knowing that another soul can relate to what we're feeling makes things a little bit better. That's what this song is about,' she wrote. Elsewhere in the caption, she championed the mission of mental health nonprofit organization To Write Love on Her Arms, which provides resources in order for people struggling with their mental health to find affordable resources such as therapy. 'And this I REALLY love: they have a 'Disconnect to Reconnect' challenge which encourages people to get off social media for two weeks and reconnect to what matters most,' Crow continued. 'Social media isn't really great for anyone's emotional well-being, so encouraging folks to [put] the phone down and enjoy nature, family and friends, music….I do that all the time, and I know how beneficial it is to take a break.' Stream Crow's new single 'I Know' below. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Axios
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
VCU set to turn Siegel Center into city's largest indoor concert venue
VCU will soon start hosting concerts and other ticketed events at the Siegel Center to help raise money to pay its student athletes, the Times-Dispatch reports. Why it matters: The move would make the Stu, by far, Richmond's largest indoor concert venue. The big picture: Last spring, the NCAA and its five power conferences voted to let schools pay athletes directly. The challenge for schools was finding the money to pay them, which VCU estimates will cost around $5 million a year, per the RTD. With an estimated 30 events a year at the Siegel Center, including concerts, private events and family shows, VCU estimates it could bring in $650,000 a year to put towards paying athletes. The intrigue: Concerts at the Siegel Center aren't new. Since it opened in 1999, the Stu has hosted Drake, Sheryl Crow, Ludacris, Trey Songz, Dave Matthews and many, many more. President Obama and Hillary Clinton, then-presidential candidates, spoke there, too. It seems that the basketball arena hasn't hosted any big public non-sporting events in the past few years beyond high school graduations. What's different now is that Richmond has been without a large, indoor concert venue since 2019, when the Richmond Coliseum, which could hold around 13,000 people, closed. By the numbers: At roughly 200,000 square feet, the Siegel Center can seat just over 7,600 people, or around 5,500 for concerts if they block one end, per the RTD. Altria, comparatively, can only hold around 3,500. Dominion Energy Center can do 1,800. The National has a capacity of 1,500, and The Broadberry 500. Yes, but: Richmond's outdoor venues can still hold a lot more concert-goers than the Siegel Center will be able to. Brown's Island has room for 16,000. The new amphitheater will be able to do 7,500, and Virginia Credit Union LIVE! at Richmond Raceway can hold 6,000.
National Post
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- National Post
VEEPS and Postmedia Studios Announce Strategic Relationship to Launch VEEPS All Access in Canada
Article content Launch content exclusive to VEEPS includes live concerts from Canadian indie rockers Metric at the Budweiser Stage in Toronto, nine-time GRAMMY winner Sheryl Crow live from Red Rocks, Bryan Adams live from Royal Albert Hall show plus thousands of hours of the world's best performers. Article content Article content LOS ANGELES & TORONTO — VEEPS, the leading global platform for live-streamed concerts and entertainment, is proud to announce a strategic relationship with Postmedia Studios, a part of Postmedia Network Inc. ('Postmedia'), to bring VEEPS All Access to Canada for the first time. VEEPS All Access is the first music subscription service to offer unlimited viewing of premium quality concerts and live music entertainment for a monthly or annual fee. This collaboration between VEEPS and Postmedia Studios will deliver unparalleled access to live entertainment for audiences across the country, from major cities to small towns, both live and on-demand. Article content 'This collaboration is a significant milestone for VEEPS as we expand our offering in Canada,' said Kyle Heller, Co-Founder of VEEPS. 'With Postmedia's vast reach and deep connection to Canadian communities, we'll be able to bring even more Canadian fans closer to the music and artists they love from Arcade Fire to Metric, Coldplay, and beyond. We're introducing this special, lifetime rate for those who sign up early as members' Article content VEEPS All Access gives Canadian fans access to thousands of hours of live and on-demand concerts, comedy specials, music documentaries, intimate artist interviews, and live entertainment featuring popular Canadian artists like Shawn Mendes, Arcade Fire, Alanis Morissette, Bryan Adams, Shania Twain, Terri Clark, Alessia Cara, Carly Rae Jepsen, Jessi Cruickshank, Mae Martin, and Anvil as well as an incredible display of content from world-class international artists like Coldplay, Mumford & Sons, Alicia Keys, Fall Out Boy, Kings of Leon, and many more. Article content For a limited time, Canadians and Postmedia subscribers can lock in a lifetime monthly rate of CAD $13.99—a 30% discount—by subscribing through a Postmedia website link. This provides unlimited access to all VEEPS content at this special price through the end of the Summer. Article content As part of the launch, VEEPS and Postmedia Studios are excited to announce a special livestream event featuring one of Canada's most iconic bands, Metric, performing live from Toronto's 15,000-capacity Budweiser Stage on June 6. 'We're thrilled to have people from all over the world join us virtually for this very special hometown performance of Fantasies in Toronto,' says Emily Haines of Metric. 'It's going to be a romantic, nostalgic evening for all. Wherever you may be, we'd love to have you there with us.' Article content Erika Tustin, Postmedia Studios, added, 'Postmedia's unparalleled reach across Canada gives us the unique ability to introduce VEEPS to audiences in every corner of the country. This strategic relationship highlights the power of our network to connect Canadians with unforgettable live entertainment experiences.' Article content As part of the collaboration, Postmedia has launched a new music coverage channel on Canoe ( which was recently rebranded as an entertainment, lifestyle, shopping and commerce site. On Canoe, audiences will find music and industry coverage from across the country, be the first to hear about concert news and trends and get access to interviews with artists performing on VEEPS. Article content 'Entertainment has the power to unite and inspire like nothing else,' said Steven Amato, Founder of Contend, Postmedia's strategic partner in Postmedia Studios. 'This collaboration bridges the physical and virtual worlds, giving Canadians access to the artists they love, no matter where they are.' Article content VEEPS and Live Nation will support the launch with a robust promotional campaign, leveraging their global expertise and deep experience connecting artists with fans. This strategic relationship is set to redefine how Canadian audiences experience live music and entertainment, while fostering a new era of access, storytelling and creativity. VEEPS content is available via and apps on Apple TV, Roku, iOS, Samsung, and Android. VEEPS All Access subscribers will gain unlimited access to hundreds of upcoming live and on-demand performances each year, exclusive VEEPS-only artist content, merch drops, and more for a special introductory price of $13.99 a month. Article content About VEEPS: VEEPS is the world's leading streaming platform for live music and entertainment, where fans connect with their favourite artists through live and on-demand concerts, comedy shows, and more. Launched in 2018 by Joel and Benji Madden, VEEPS has streamed performances to millions of viewers worldwide for thousands of artists, including Billie Eilish, Bob Dylan, Brandi Carlile, Chris Stapleton, Coldplay, Foo Fighters, and Kings of Leon. VEEPS has been named a Fast Company World's Most Innovative Company, nominated for an Emmy, and holds the Guinness World Record for the world's largest ticketed livestream performance by a solo male artist. VEEPS content is available via and apps on Apple TV, Roku, iOS, Samsung, and Android. VEEPS is a part of Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV). Article content About Postmedia Network Inc.: Postmedia Network Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Postmedia Network Canada Corp. (TSX:PNC.A, PNC.B), is a Canadian newsmedia company representing more than 130 brands across multiple print, online, and mobile platforms. Award-winning journalists and innovative product development teams bring engaging content to millions of people every week whenever and wherever they want it. This exceptional content, reach and scope offers advertisers and marketers compelling solutions to effectively reach target audiences. 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Boston Globe
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
Set times, forecast, and what's new: A fan's guide to Boston Calling 2025
According to a press release, the rotating stage will feature 'state-of-the-art sound and video,' with the redesigned festival layout aimed at 'making it easier for attendees to move between performances' while mitigating crowd congestion. The changes come after last year's Boston Calling Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up A map of the festival. Handout Advertisement In addition to the new stage, Boston Calling will have more water stations available at the fest to keep attendees hydrated. And if you're looking to get out of the sun (or rain) and relax, the indoor arena makes its grand return this year. While past iterations of Boston Calling have used the space for stand-up performances and even a Advertisement Who's performing each day of the festival? Friday The headliners and many of the lineup's bigger names will take over the new rotating Green stage throughout the weekend, with some acts performing on the Blue stage. The Orange stage will once again serve as a showcase of local performers from Boston and New England. Gates open each day at 1 p.m. Set times are subject to change, but highlights from Friday include TLC at 4:40 p.m. (Green stage); Sheryl Crow at 5:50 p.m. (Green stage); Megan Moroney at 7:10 p.m. (Green stage); T-Pain at 7:40 p.m. (Blue stage); and day one headliner Luke Combs at 8:55 p.m. (Green stage). Set times for Friday. Handout Saturday Relive the early '00s emo/pop-punk era during day two of Boston Calling on Saturday. The Green stage has a ton of alt rock acts on the menu, with The Maine at 3:45 p.m.; All Time Low at 4:40 p.m.; Avril Lavigne at 7:10 p.m.; and headliner Fall Out Boy at 8:55 p.m. Other highlights from day two include Cage the Elephant at 5:50 p.m. (Green stage); James Bay at 6:05 p.m. (Blue stage); and the Black Crowes at 7:45 p.m. (Blue stage). Set times for Saturday. Handout Sunday Boston Calling wraps on Sunday with another packed day of performances. Highlights include Spin Doctors at 2:50 p.m. (Green stage); Remi Wolf at 4:40 p.m. (Green stage); Sublime at 5:50 p.m. (Green stage); Tom Morello at 5:55 p.m. (Blue stage); Vampire Weekend at 7:10 p.m. (Green stage); and Public Enemy at 7:35 p.m. (Blue stage). Day three headliner Dave Matthews Band closes the show on the Green stage at 8:40 p.m. Set times for Sunday. Handout Can I still get tickets? Yes! Tickets are still available for Boston Calling 2025 at Advertisement The festival is also offering a payment plan option this year, plus discounted single- and three-day general admission tickets for students, as well as members of the military, first responders, medical services, and educators. Be sure to check out the festival's website for the latest availability. What's new to eat and drink? There will be no shortage of In the general admission area, attendees can munch on offerings from newbies like Amelia's Acai; Italian-inspired sandwich purveyors Pennypacker's; New Haven-style pizza icon Sally's Apizza; fried chicken sandwich hot spot Flip The Bird; plus enjoy seafood fare from New England Provisions and Summer Shack. There will be plenty of food options available at Boston Calling. Handout Meanwhile, platinum pass holders will have access to fancier food options from some of the city's top chefs, including Puritan & Co.'s Will Gilson, Myers + Chang's Joanne Chang, Bar Vlaha's Brendan Pelley, Lolita's Thomas Berry, Mariel's Miguel Deras, and Uni's Ken Oringer. Feeling thirsty? Enjoy brews from Samuel Adams, Miller, Coors, Dos Equis, and Heineken, as well as wine from Josh Cellars. Red Bull, Liquid Death, and Electrolit will have non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase. What can I bring? What should I leave at home? Boston Calling has a full bag policy, meaning all bags will be searched before entry. According to the Other allowed items include consumer-grade cameras (detachable lenses and accessories like selfie sticks are prohibited); non-aerosol sunscreen containers that are 3.4 ounces or less; baby carriers, portable battery packs; personal-size hand sanitizer; and empty hydration packs and reusable water bottles. Advertisement As for what to leave at home, prohibited items include coolers; weapons; professional cameras; drones; cigarettes, vapes, lighters, and all tobacco products or paraphernalia; baby strollers; hammocks; chairs; binoculars; blankets; frisbees; umbrellas; inflatables; glass containers; fireworks; and tents. And sorry to people who like to bring their pets out, but unless they are service animals, they'll have to stay at home, too. How do I get there? The festival is once again taking over the Harvard Athletic Complex in Allston, so your best bet for getting to the fest is via public transportation, as there will be no on-site parking available, and strict towing and ticketing is expected in the surrounding area. Instead, take the T, because the main entrance at 65 N. Harvard St. is just a short walk from the Red Line at Harvard Square station. The 66 and 86 bus routes also stop at the stadium. For fans taking the commuter rail, the Boston Landing station is about a mile walk from the fest. If you don't plan on taking the T, rideshare is another option, with drop offs allowed near the entrance. However, fans using rideshare to leave Boston Calling at the end of the evening should follow the signs to the designated rideshare pickup area. What's the weather going to be like? The Globe's Dave Epstein Advertisement Meanwhile, Saturday should see temperatures hit the 60s by mid to late afternoon, 'before falling back into the 50s in the evening,' according to Epstein, who doesn't expect 'any shower activity of significance.' For the final day of the fest, Epstein offers a sunny outlook, with temperatures hitting 'the low to perhaps mid-60s' in the afternoon. 'If you were picking which day to go to the festival based on the weather, this is the one to mark on your calendar,' writes Epstein. Fans cheer at Boston Calling on May 27, 2018. Keith Bedford/Globe Staff/The Boston Globe Anything else I should know? Safety : Boston Calling has a zero tolerance harassment policy and encourages attendees to contact staff if they feel threatened or harassed. The event will use an 'airport-style search prior to entry,' according to the fest's website, which notes that fans may also be subject to magnetometer screenings and full body pat-downs. Accessibility: The festival will have designated entrance lanes for attendees with disabilities. Fans can visit the access center near the welcome arches for more information on the event's accessibility program, requests for accessibility wristbands, assisted listening devices, power outlets for charging mobility devices, and more. Kid-friendly: Fans of all ages are welcome at the fest, with children under 10 able to attend for free without a wristband. Freebies and giveaways: Score some freebies at the various sponsor activations onsite. Chase will have a lawn setup featuring games like ring toss and a mini-golf putting green, plus a customizable merch station . Dunkin' is back too with a scoop shop, promising free tastes of iced coffee and other giveaways. Samuel Adams, Heineken, Miller Lite, Jersey Mike's, and more brands will set up shop with activations as well. Advertisement Afterparties: Keep the party going with a special afterparty featuring Matt Juul can be reached at
