Kansas City Star: Music

Music venue address book

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:15 CDT

Addresses, Web sites and phone numbers for music venues throughout Kansas City and Lawrence

Sting warns of hydroelectric project in Amazon

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:49 CST

British pop star Sting says Brazil's government should listen to the voices of local indigenous groups before building a massive hydroelectric dam in the Amazon rain forest.

Michael Jackson wins 4 at AMAs; Swift top artist

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 11:45 CST

Michael Jackson was made history by winning four American Music Awards on Sunday night, but he couldn't beat Taylor Swift as the year's favorite artist and the evening's top winner.

Jackson moonwalk glove sells for $350K in NYC

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:07 CST

The shimmering, white glove Michael Jackson wore when he premiered his trademark moonwalk dance in 1983 was auctioned off for $350,000 - plus tax - on Saturday.

Motown caps 50th anniversary with hometown gala

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:57 CST

Black ties and gowns filled a ballroom Saturday in a big-bucks salute to Detroit-style royalty - the King of Motown, the Queen of Soul and the Kid of Rock.

Motown gala 'means everything' to founder Gordy

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 18:47 CST

Hundreds have gathered to salute Detroit-style royalty - the King of Motown, the Queen of Soul and the Kid of Rock.

Tween Justin Bieber fans lose control at NY mall

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 09:02 CST

New York police shut down a mall appearance by teen pop singer Justin Bieber (BEE'-ber) after thousands of young girls showed up and got a little too wild.

Sheryl Crow takes up cause of wild horses in West

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:42 CST

Sheryl Crow is joining others in calling on the federal government to halt roundups of wild horses in the West, branding them as inhumane and unnecessary.

Jennifer Lopez, Adam Lambert ready for AMA stage

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:52 CST

Jennifer Lopez plans to include fireworks and an on-stage costume change in her performance at the American Music Awards. "American Idol" runner-up Adam Lambert will incorporate leather and chains into his.

Britney Spears' ex sentenced to jail

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:27 CST

Britney Spears' ex-boyfriend Adnan Ghalib is being sent to jail for 45 days for leaving the scene of an accident.

Warrant: Drug in Jackson case came from Vegas firm

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:32 CST

A powerful anesthetic recovered from Michael Jackson's bedside after he died had been purchased in Nevada by his doctor who had it shipped to California, court documents show.

Review | Tech N9ne at the Independence Events Center

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 22:15 CST

Three days after he was presented with the Left Field trophy at the MTVU Woodie Awards in New York City, Tech N9ne showcased his left-of-center world view at the Independence Events Center. The music network acknowledgement suits the Kansas City-based star. His innovative music blurs the line between hip-hop and rock. His complex persona is equal parts tortured artist and boorish hooligan. The award also serves as a reminder that while Tech N9ne is a local hero, he is also a player on the international scene.

Review | Piano concerto premiere a sure bet

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:35 CST

World premieres are always a little risky: untested repertory with uncertain effect. Friday night's concert by the Kansas City Symphony featured just such a toss of the dice, and everyone left a winner.

Review | Zac Brown goes beyond country for an eclectic, variety-pack night

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:15 CST

Taylor Swift has locked up the title of “next big thing” in country music, but the award for “next long-term career” appears to be going elsewhere — the Zac Brown Band. Imagine an act whose style is so crossover it implies and recalls everyone from Kenny Chesney and Toby Keith to the Dave Matthews Band, the Allman Brothers, Old Crow Medicine Show, the Band, Commander Cody and Jimmy Buffet. And Phish.

Review | The Jeff Hamilton Trio

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:28 CST

A few snaps of Jeff Hamilton's fingers convey more rhythm than extended solos from many musicians.

KC Symphony, Shaolin Warriors and a fiery duo are on tap this weekend

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:15 CST

Nationalism has been a mighty force of inspiration to many composers, and this weekend the Kansas City Symphony will perform two great examples of nationalistic music by Bela Bartok, a Hungarian, and Jean Sibelius, a Finn.

Library of Congress names Paul McCartney the recipient of the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:15 CST

Paul McCartney played his first U.S. gig with the Beatles in Washington, D.C., more than four decades ago. Reflecting on that fact at an August concert in suburban Washington, the 67-year-old smiled and told the crowd, “We’ve got bigger amps now!”

Nightlife calendar | Nov. 19-25

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:15 CST

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DJ Logic puts a surprising spin on concert by Widespread Panic

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:48 CST

Call it hippie hop. The surprise appearance by DJ Logic late into Widespread Panic’s sprawling set at the Midland Theater on Tuesday night set both the evening and the audience on its ear.

Tickets on sale | Cedric the Entertainer to perform Dec. 19 at the Midland

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:15 CST

On sale Friday Cedric the Entertainer, Dec. 19, the Midland. $49.50-$69.50 (Presale today)

Book on hometown hero Pat Metheny does it right

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:15 CST

We get few books about the living jazz artists. Fortunately, Pat Metheny, a hometown hero who has found a market for his music around the world, has inspired a good new book.

After 10 years, Richard Gintowt still gets a thrill out of the music � and perks such as free beer

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:15 CST

Richard Gintowt has been plugging along in the local music scene for more than 10 years. His resume includes some projects that were acclaimed, if not exactly commercially successful: Ghosty, OK Jones and his latest band, Hidden Pictures.

Nightlife address book | Nov. 19-25

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:15 CST

DOWNTOWN 12 Baltimore, Hotel Phillips: 106 W. 12th.

Another generation of folk music's Guthries takes to the road

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:15 CST

Sarah Lee Guthrie says “bring the kids.” A lot of people who come to see Arlo, her father, don’t think that way. But for this tour, Sarah says, think kids.

Review | Rob Zombie

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:15 CST

The best live shows help us express deep emotions, or they help us escape our troubles. As much as anyone’s, a Rob Zombie show is an extravagant flight from reality into the imagination of its creator. If you can’t set aside your troubles at a Zombie show, your problems may be bigger than you thought.

A Case of the Mondays | Shay Estes is caught up in all that jazz

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:15 CST

The day job Shay Estes likes is at the music/food venue the Brick, where she tends bar and waits tables. “I work with awesome people and have regulars I love.”

Taylor Swift tops Country Music Association awards

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:01 CST

NASHVILLE, Tenn. | It’s been Taylor Swift’s year, and Wednesday was her night as she became the youngest person and the first solo female act in a decade to win the Country Music Association’s entertainer of the year award. Swift won all four awards for which she was nominated, making history on a night that included Darius Rucker’s win as new artist.

Tickets on sale | Bon Jovi coming to the Sprint Center on March 15

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:15 CST

On sale Friday B.B. King and Buddy Guy, Feb. 19, the Midland. $25-$132.50

Nighlife calendar | Nov. 12-18

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:15 CST

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Leonard Cohen � three hours in heaven

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:15 CST

Like an upper-level graduate course, this show came with some prerequisites: You needed to know the music of Leonard Cohen, and the more intimately, the better.

Jazz icon Lionel Loueke has earned the title

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:15 CST

When the much-buzzed-about guitarist and vocalist Lionel Loueke comes to the Blue Room tonight, prepare to have your skepticism deflated.

Attorney: Jackson's doctor returning to work

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 15:44 CST

Michael Jackson's former personal physician is returning to work at his Houston clinic for the first time since before the pop singer's death, his lawyer said Sunday.