Weird Al Yankovic Interview: Al Makes a St. Louis Stop at the Family Arena for “Alpocalypse”
We see musicians come and go throughout the decades. Sure, there are a handful of artists that survive the changes in culture and keep a loyal following. But those artists are few and far between. Yet Weird Al Yankovic hit the scene in 1976, after handing a recording to Dr. Demento, and has been a […]
Bon Jovi Rocks St. Louis at the Scottrade Center (Review)
As a Bon Jovi fan, I may be a bit biased in my review, but you have to understand that if it wasn’t for Jon and his band, I would never have gotten into rock music. Growing up, all I was subjected to was country music. I can still remember being 6 years-old and hearing […]
‘Celtic Thunder’ Storms the Fabulous Fox Theater November 8! Interview With Vocalist George Donaldson.
The world-renowned musical ensemble “Celtic Thunder” will return to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in St. Louis on November 8! Tickets are on sale now at MetroTix or call 314-534-1111 (starting at $45). We had the chance to speak with George Donaldson, vocalist and sole Scotsman of the show. Here is George’s bio: Born and raised […]
St. Louis Symphony Plays Mahler’s Symphony No. 3 in D minor
My first performance to review for the new season was a real treat! The Saint Louis Symphony decided to take on Gustav Mahler’s “Symphony No. 3 in D Minor” (performed without intermission). Clocking in at around and hour and forty minutes, it is Mahler’s longest written piece. Filling the conductor’s position was David Robertson, in […]
St. Louis Symphony Opening Weekend Starts September 28. A Look Back at Last Season’s Finale.
Finally! Symphony season is upon us. as such, I’d like to give a brief recap of last seasons finale… Let me start by admitting that I am no veteran of attending symphony performances or even listening to classical composition. While I’ve always appreciated the form and style, I never caught the bug, so to speak, […]
Gaelic Storm, as Seen in ‘Titanic,’ Set to Play the Old Rock House Wednesday Night (9/5)
You probably know the band – even if you don’t know their name. Gaelic Storm is the Celtic-rock group whose song “An Irish Party in Third Class” was featured in the film Titanic, which is set to be released on Blu-ray September 10. The four-disc Blu-ray/DVD combo pack includes over 2 1/2 hours of never-before-seen […]
Concert Review: Reel Big Fish & Friends Rock the Pageant. Yes, Again.
Ska-punk stalwarts Reel Big Fish conquered The Pageant July 12. They played “Sell Out,” “Beer” and their version of A-Ha’s “Take On Me” while telling corny jokes and encouraging circle pits. Blah, blah, blah. None of this is news. I started putting together a review, but then I realized that I really had nothing left […]
Cirque Du Soleil’s “Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour” Review
The stage is set, the curtain is dropped, and you wait in breathless anticipation of Cirque’s latest creation, live at the Scottrade Center. The Immortal World Tour, featuring Michael Jackson’s entire catalog of hits, is the most daring and emotional show yet. I spent the better part of the show feeling like Michael was there […]