Charity
One Direction, Olly Murs, Jessie J, & Union J All Come Together for Comic Relief Charity Red Nose Day
February/18/2013 05:48 PM
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February 18, 2013
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★ ONE DIRECTION ★ Red Nose Day ★ OLLY MURS ★ Charity ★ JESSIE J ★ Comic Relief ★ UNION J
15th March Do Something Funny For Money
What has brought together One Direction, Union J, Jessie J, and Olly Murs? All of these music acts are participating in Red Nose Day March 15th. This UK charity is a fundraiser that helps young people handle their mental health issues, works to reduce the harm caused to young people by sexual exploitation and trafficking, and minimize alcohol misuse amongst young people. Read More...
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Deadmau5 & Kylie Minogue Rock Post Grammy Awards Benefit at HOB Sunset
February/14/2013 01:17 PM
Deadmau5 & Kylie Minogue Rock Post GRAMMY® Benefit at HOB Sunset
Rock Star Music News
February 14, 2013
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Music News ★ ROC NATION ★ Children's Hospital Los Angeles ★ CHARITY ★ Entertainment
We love when music and charity collides and it did so in a big way on Sunday night when Roc Nation and Three Six Zero brought out amazing talent to benefit Children's Hospital Los Angeles. Post Grammy Awards, the party to be at has become the House of Blues Sunset Strip charity benefit by Roc nation and Three Six Zero Group. Jay Z and Beyoncé showed up to throw support behind The Children’s Orthopaedic Center benefit Sunday night February 10th at the House of Blues on the Sunset Strip. Read More...
Justin Bieber Makes History With 5 #1 Albums Before 19
February/06/2013 06:26 AM
Music News
Rock Star Music News
February 6, 2013
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On Tour ★ BELIEVE ACOUSTIC ★ Events ★ JUSTIN BIEBER ★ Pop
If you haven't bought, downloaded, listened to, heard or sampled Justin Bieber's "Believe Acoustic" album yet, then you are in the minority. This album comes out to answer critic's claims that the mega pop star sensation can't sing and in direct timing with the GRAMMYS® snub of Justin Bieber's "Believe" album. If we were sitting in a living room with JB and he let us sing one song, based on this album alone we would go straight for an a cappella request of "Be Alright." We love the tenderness and expression in his voice. For all the criticism this young impressionable 18 year old has withstood in his formative teenage years, he has become quite the role model for giving back to charity and standing up to doubters. And though he was snubbed by the Grammy Awards, we have a feeling that everything is gonna be alright... Read More...
EVE Returns to Hip Hop Looking Sexier Than Ever
January/20/2013 02:52 PM
Music and Charity
Rock Star Music News
January 20, 2013
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New Music ★ EVE ★ Music News ★ CHARITY ★ Hip Hop
With the release of "She Bad Bad" by EVE back in October of 2012 (available on iTunes now) and a new song coming January 22nd at a Big Brothers Big Sisters event, EVE is officially back in high charitable style. Taking part of National Mentoring Month, EVE is sharing her new release "Make It Out This Town" at a VIP reception in Washington, D.C., at which the song will be live streamed. Read More...
John Mayer's Voice Raises $100,000 For Charity
January/17/2013 08:26 PM
Rock Star Music News
Charity Benefit Concert
January 17, 2013
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Charity ★ JOHN MAYER ★ Benefit Concert ★ MONTANA FIREFIGHTERS ★ Singer Songwriter ★ Music News
John Mayer performs live for the first time since April 2011--due to throat granuloma--and raises $100,000 for a charity to help firefighters in Livingston, Montana. His triumphant return to the stage has been highly anticipated by fans who have loved his Born and Raised album and are eager to see him perform live on tour. While we loved seeing John Mayer perform live with Frank Ocean on SNL, we can't wait to hear his sing a tune. Read More...
Jason Castro Tells His Story & "Only A Mountain" Moves To Song of the Week
January/17/2013 01:24 PM
Song of the Week
Rock Star Music News
January 17, 2013
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Song of the Week ★ New Music ★ JASON CASTRO ★ Singer Songwriter ★ Only A Mountain
Jason Castro "Only A Mountain" Download on iTunes
You don't have to find your way around this Song of the Week. Jason Castro's new album Only A Mountain with title song "Only A Mountain" encourages you to face your fears and brave through "the story of your life." The singer songwriter--American Idol alum--offers the voice of inspiration we all could use at times when moments seem like mountains. Read More...
Amity Is A New Voice For Charity
January/13/2013 06:22 PM
Amity Is A New Voice For Charity
Our Kids Sake
Rock Star Music News
January 13, 2013
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New Music ★ AMITY ★ Music News ★ Singer Songwriter ★ CHARITY ★ Our Kids Sake
More than just a musician, this artist has a charitable purpose we love. Singer songwriter Amity co-founded Our Kids Sake, a non-profit charity organization devoted to helping homeless children in Sonoma County, California. For more information visit: OurKidsSake.org. Read More...
Alicia Keys Fired Up CES Monster Awards Ceremony
January/12/2013 08:38 PM
Concert News
Rock Star Music News
January 12, 2013
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International CES ★ ALICIA KEYS ★ Live Performance ★ Soul R&B ★ Monster Products ★ Concert Photos
January 9, 2010 Las Vegas, NV Paris Hotel--If the International Consumer Electronics Show brings in the stars, then Monster Products is shining. This week at CES Monster Products has showcased artists ranging from @xzibit signing autographs in the Monster Products booth to Alicia Keys headlining the Monster Products award ceremony. And headline she did… The Alicia Keys concert that ensued the Monster Awards ceremony was the highlight of the week long International CES convention in Las Vegas.
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Gideon Grove's New Music Video Will Break You Down
January/04/2013 08:46 AM
Gideon Grove
Rock Star Music News
January 4, 2013
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Music News ★ GIDEON GROVE ★ Singer Songwriter ★ MUSIC VIDEO
New music video "Walls" will break you down. This stunning acoustic performance by singer songwriter Gideon Grove was performed without any EQs or filters. "Walls" is a single off of Grove's recently released a "Wildfires" album which is catching on and spreading like one. Read More...
Beyonce And Pepsi Get Fans Involved In Superbowl Show
January/02/2013 01:37 PM
Rock Star Music News
Superbowl XLVll Sports News
January 2, 2013
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Sports ★ Beyonce ★ Contest ★ ENTERTAINMENT ★ Charity ★ Video
Pepsi and Beyonce Invite Fans to Help Kick Off the Pepsi Super Bowl XLVII Halftime Show
Fans will have the chance to be a part of the First Ever Crowd-Sourced Super Bowl Halftime Introduction And Help Welcome Beyonce to the Stage
Dec. 28, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Pepsi and Beyoncé are inviting fans to help make this year's Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show one of the most memorable and compelling shows ever. Beginning on Saturday, December 29th, fans are encouraged to submit photos of specific "poses" in hopes of being selected for a chance of a lifetime – to appear in an on-air introduction welcoming Beyoncé to the stage for the Pepsi Super Bowl XLVII Halftime Show. Read More...
Alicia Keys Is On Fire
December/26/2012 03:50 PM
Rock Star Music News
Album Review
December 26, 2012
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Music News ★ ALICIA KEYS ★ New Music ★ CHARITY
When Columbia Records released a selection songs from the historic "12-12-12" The Concert For Sandy Relief, one thing was clear and noticeable right off the bat: Alicia Keys is the only female artist on the album. That girl is on fire. One listen to her flawless soulful voice and it's clear why she made the cut. Read More...
Robby Romero's "Who's Gonna Save You" Benefits Project Protect
December/24/2012 09:03 AM
Rock Star Music News
Music and Charity
December 24, 2012
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Music Video ★ ROBBY ROMERO ★ New Music ★ CHARITY
Robby Romero's "Who's Gonna Save You" Single & Music Video Debuts on iTunes to Benefit Project Protect
NEW YORK, Dec. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Eagle Thunder Entertainment is pleased to announce today's release of musician Robby Romero's Deluxe Edition single and music video for "Who's Gonna Save You" on iTunes. 100% of the profits from the sale of Romero's latest single will benefit the Project Protect Awareness Campaign dedicated to raising awareness about critical issues facing Mother Earth. Read More...
Janet Jackson AMFAR PSA For World AIDS Day
December/01/2012 02:49 PM
Rock Star Music News
Music and Charity
AIDS in London and the U.S.
December 1, 2012
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Charity ★ JANET JACKSON ★ World AIDS Day ★ Video ★ PSA
Janet Jackson encourages the creation of an AIDS-Free generation in the U.S. by "Starting at home." You can read her entire letter on CNN. Read More...
West of Memphis: Voices for Justice
December/22/2012 10:25 AM
Genres: Soundtrack, Music
Expected Release: Jan 15, 2013
℗ Compilation (P) 2013 Sony Music Entertainment
Order "West of Memphis: Voices of Justice" on iTunes
Rock Star Music News
Music and Charity
December 22, 2012
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Charity ★ EDDIE VEDDER ★ Soundtrack ★ New Music ★ Entertainment ★ New Album
Various artists that features Eddie Vedder's song "Satellite," and includes songs by Henry Rollins, Natalie Maines, Lucinda Williams, Camp Freddy, Marilyn Manson, Band of Horses, and Bob Dylan amongst others have added their voices to the soundtrack that supports a documentary film that highlights social injustice and a fight for life. This album is available for preorder now on iTunes (the expected release is January 15, 2013) and proceeds benefit the West Memphis 3. Read More...
Pearl Jam "Better Man" Song of the Week
December/20/2012 09:25 AM
Rock Star Music News
Song of the Week
Pearl Jam "Vitalogy"
December 22, 2012
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Charity ★ PEARL JAM ★ Song of the Week ★ Lyrics ★ Video ★ Music News
Dear Santa,
We can't find a "Better Man" and we are dedicating this Song of the Week to you! Thank you for all you do, the late hours you work, the thoughtfulness you put into your gifts and for showing up in all shapes and forms.
Every time someone drops loose change into a Salvation Army red bucket, we see you. Each time a toy gets donated to Toys for Tots, we see you. We love your giving spirit and think you inspire us to do more, to be more and to mystify others. You inspire us to dream in color and dream in red… Read More...
Owl City Leads Rock The Red Kettle FREE Concert At L.A. LIVE With Hot Chelle Rae & More
December/15/2012 12:31 PM
Rock Star Music News
Charity Christmas Concert
December 15, 2012
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Concert ★ OWL CITY ★ Christmas ★ Event ★ Pop ★ Music News ★ Charity ★ Salvation Army
Take top pop artists and mix with a fantastic charity to create a Rock The Red Kettle event worth heading out to catch in LA this weekend. If you are looking for things to do in Los Angeles tonight, this should certainly top your list. Read More...
John Mayer Organizes A Concert to Benefit the Fighters of the Pine Creek Fire
December/12/2012 04:30 PM
Rock Star Music News
Charity Benefit Concert
December 12, 2012
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Charity ★ John Mayer ★ Benefit Concert ★ Montana Firefighters ★ Singer Songwriter ★ Music News
Just because John Mayer's voice has been temporarily silenced by vocal cord surgery to treat a granuloma, his charitable spirit is still being heard loud and clear. Make sure to catch the on sale this Saturday, 15th of December for what is set to be a fantastic charity benefit concert by John Mayer. Support a great cause and enjoy the amazing music of one of our favorite artists! Read More...
Columbia Records Releases "12-12-12" Charity Benefit Selection of Songs on iTunes
December/10/2012 10:06 PM
Rock Star Music News
#MusicMonday
December 10, 2012
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#MusicMonday ★ 12-12-12 ★ New Album ★ Charity ★ Rock ★ New Music ★ Concert
via ColumbiaRecords.com:
Columbia Records To Release On iTunes "12-12-12" Selection Of Songs From Historic Concert
Nearly 2 Billion People Around The Globe To Have Access To The Benefit Via Television, Radio And The Internet
The Concert Lineup Includes Bon Jovi, Eric Clapton, Dave Grohl, Billy Joel, Alicia Keys, Chris Martin, The Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band, Eddie Vedder, Roger Waters, The Who and Paul McCartney Read More...
Gavin DeGraw Releases Official Soldier Music Video
December/03/2012 09:07 AM
"Soldier"
Rock Star Music Video Review
Gavin DeGraw
December 3, 2012
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Gavin DeGraw ★ Music Video ★ Music News ★ Review ★ Carl Diebold
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 3, 3012 /Altius Management/- The exclusive premiere of the latest music video from RCA Records' platinum recording artist Gavin DeGraw takes place today, Monday, December 3rd via Vevo.com. The hit single “Soldier” is the third single off of his fourth studio album “Sweeter,” and has been quickly making its way up the charts, following suit with successful singles “Sweeter,” “Not Over You,” “In Love with a Girl,” “I Don’t Want to Be,” and “Chariot.” Written by DeGraw and produced by Butch Walker, “Soldier” is a song that jumped out at director Carl Diebold the first time he heard it.
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Hotel Cafe & Greenroots present: Rockdrive - Benefitting Victims of Hurricane Sandy
December/02/2012 10:59 AM
"ROCKDRIVE"
Rock Star Charity Concert
THE AMERICAN RED CROSS
December 1, 2012
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Entertainment ★ Charity ★ Music News ★ Events ★ Benefit Concert
If you are looking for things to do in Los Angeles tonight, The Hotel Cafe is putting on a charity concert benefitting the victims of Hurricane Sandy via The American Red Cross. Life of a Rock Star™ loves this intimate venue and the music is always fantastic. So head out tonight, enjoy some great artists and lend a hand to those in need. Read More...
Trevor Live Benefit Watch The Red Carpet Livestream Tonight
December/02/2012 09:26 AM
organization providing crisis intervention and
suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay,
bisexual, transgender, and questioning youth.
Trevor Live Benefit Watch The Red Carpet Livestream Tonight
"TREVOR LIVE"
Rock Star Charity Concert
THE TREVOR PROJECT
December 1, 2012
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Entertainment ★ Charity ★ Music News ★ Events ★ Benefit Concert
Tonight at the Hollywood Palladium celebrity A-Listers come together to support The Trevor Project. The music and comedy charity benefit concert headlined by Kristin Chenoweth, Matthew Morrison, Darren Criss, Anna Kendrick, Jesse Tyler Gerguson and Naya Rivera raises money for LGBTQ Youth crisis intervention and suicide prevention. Read More...
Carole King With All Star Line Up Perform At Charity Tribute Event
December/02/2012 08:17 AM
"You've Got A Friend"
Rock Star Charity Concert
The Painted Turtle
December 1, 2012
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Live Performance ★ Charity ★ Dolby Theatre ★ Paul Newman ★ Benefit Concert
This A-List celebrity attended event will highlight Los Angeles' ability to come together for a cause. Join Carole King in her effort to help fund The Painted Turtle and send children with serious medical conditions the gift of enjoying camp a experience. The benefit charity event includes performances by Carole King, Katy Perry, Vince Gill, Amy Grant, John Legend, Alicia Keys, Jesse McCartney, Herb Alpert, Merry Clayton, Darlene Love, and Nikki Yanofsky.
via ThePaintedTurtle: Join us for this All-Star celebration of the legendary Carole King and her impact on the music world as an artist and a songwriter. Carole will perform from her legendary body of work and be joined on stage by an esteemed line-up of today’s premier artists gathered to salute her.
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Ariana Grande On Behalf of Sharpie® Sends One Charitable Teen Fan To One Direction Concert
November/29/2012 08:54 AM
Ariana Grande On Behalf of Sharpie® Sends One Charitable Teen Fan To One Direction Concert
Rock Star Music News
Interview
Inspirational Story
November 27, 2012
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One Direction ★ Sharpie® ★ Ariana Grande ★ Katelyn Darrow-Eystad ★ Interview ★ Charity
She may not be singing up on stage, but in our books Katelyn Darrow-Eystad's charitable spirit makes her a rock star. After surviving and escaping domestic abuse Katelyn's family suffered the loss of clothing and necessities in a house fire. Understanding what it felt like to be in dire need of help, this young girl decided to make it her mission in life to help others. After four years of hard work, Katelyn Darrow-Eystad has succeeded. Read More...
The Farthest Edge Takes On The AMAs and Hurricane Sandy
November/26/2012 06:59 PM
The Farthest Edge Takes On The AMAs and Hurricane Sandy
Rock Star Music News
#MusicMonday
November 26, 2012
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Charity ★ Photos ★ New Music ★ Music Video ★ AMAS ★ Hurricane Sandy
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- On Sunday, November 18 th, The Farthest Edge converged on the American Music Awards scene for what they hoped to be their inaugural walk on the AMA Red Carpet. Realizing how important the American Music Awards are in the industry and to rising stars, the opportunity to be a part of this signature event ignited the rockers and like any other calculated risk takers, they set out to seize the moment, and headed to Los Angeles from Billings, Montana with less then 10 hours to spare before showing up at the American Music Awards. Read More...
K'Naan Concert Packs The Troubadour With City Of The Sun: Album & Concert Review
November/25/2012 06:49 PM
Album Review & Concert Review
Rock Star Music News
November 25, 2012
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K'NAAN ★ Photos ★ Live Performance ★ Music ★ City Of The Sun
Saturday, November 17- Troubadour, West Hollywood, CA--The Somalian born / Canadian based singer K'NAAN packed the Troubadaour with fans pushing their way to the front of the small venue's stage just to be closer to their favorite artist. They sang along to "Hurt Me Tomorrow" and danced their way through K'NAAN's energetic performance. Read More...
Justin Bieber "Be Alright" Song of the Week
November/22/2012 10:12 AM
Justin Bieber "Believe" Album
Rock Star Pop Music
November 22, 2012
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Tour Schedule ★ Song of the Week ★ Pop ★ Celebrity ★ Justin Bieber ★ Video
Life of a Rock Star™ is always a sucker for an acoustic song and this gem on the "Believe" album is our favorite! We love the positive message, "through the sorrow…everything's gonna be alright." It's the perfect song to listen to when you need a little reassurance. Thanks JB for sending out a great message and uplifting spirits with this sweet song. Read More...
Ariana Grande And Sharpie Say HELLO To One Direction As They Kick Off Their Tour In The States
November/20/2012 02:56 PM
Ariana Grande And Sharpie Say HELLO To One Direction As They Kick Off Their Tour In The States
One Direction Concert
Rock Star Music News
#SharpieHELLO
November 20, 2012
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Concert ★ Charity ★ Contest ★ Event ★ Sharpie ★ Celebrity
Check Out One Direction Upcoming Concert Tour Dates
When One Direction's Niall Horan took a photo of himself and posted it with the customized Sharpie that was made just for his band, a new frenzy was born! "The Sharpie promotion came about as the result of the Sharpie brand team’s gift sent earlier this year to the band to welcome them to their Chicago July concert. Niall posted a picture of himself with one of the markers to One Direction’s 7 million Facebook fans. The resulting Facebook and Twitter explosion caught the brand’s attention, and the rest is history." (via Sharpie.com) Read More...
KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas 2012
December/06/2012 09:54 AM
Christmas Concert
Rock Star Music News
November 20, 2012
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Concert ★ Artists ★ Line-up ★ Entertainment ★ Events
Held at the Gibson Amphitheatre at Universal CityWalk in Universal City, CA, the KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas has become the concert to attend over the years. Read More...
Christmas Music
November/17/2012 07:38 PM
Holiday Gifts
Rock Star Music News
November 17, 2012
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Christmas Music makes great holiday gifts!
New Music ★ Holidays ★ News ★ Charts ★ Christmas Music ★ Gifts
Christmas Music makes great holiday gifts! Read More...
JDRF Walk For A Cure At Dodger Stadium With Jessarae
November/11/2012 06:06 PM
JDRF Charity Event
Rock Star Music News
November 11, 2012
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Jessarae ★ Walk For A Cure ★ Live Performance ★ Music ★ News
Sunday, November 11, 2012 --Dodger Stadium-- The Walk to Cure Diabetes by the Los Angeles Chapter of JDRF was held this morning at Dodger Stadium. The walk is LA's biggest charity event every year in the effort to raise money to find a cure for the disease. Read More...
Shiny Toy Guns Song of the Week "Waiting Alone" Video & Music
October/25/2012 03:12 PM
October 25, 2012
Rock Star Music News
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Shiny Toy Guns ★ Song of the Week ★ News ★ Artists ★ Alternative Music
Song of the Week goes to a band who has come back together to put out their third album, hence the title of the album "lll." Shiny Toy Guns and their lead singer Carah Faye and are poised to take over the charts with "Waiting Alone." But "Waiting Alone" is just one of a few instant hits on the album. Read More...
Katy Cappella Artist Interview: Pop Star Katy Cappella Returns Home Taking The Stage By Storm In Concert With Good Fortune Behind Her
October/20/2012 05:54 PM
Artist Interview: Pop Star Katy Cappella Returns Home Taking The Stage By Storm In Concert With Good Fortune Behind Her
Katy Cappella Interview
Rock Star Music News
By Nicole Hanratty
October 20, 2012
Interviews ★ Concerts ★ News ★ Artists ★ Music
If they didn’t see her coming, they should have. Katy Cappella, formerly a Chesapeake employee, helped the Fortune Magazine Top 100 Company win the 2010 Battle Of The Corporate Bands as the lead vocalist of Chesapeake's Shale Play at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland and herself took home the Steve Eck Memorial Best Vocalist Award. She returned home to Oklahoma this weekend to headline her former employer's annual concert--headlined last year by Cheryl Crow.
Having recently released her first album, “Turn The World Around,” Katy Cappella is taking the pop music world by storm with her soulful voice. The YouTube music videos of Katy’s live performances are turning heads and gaining her new fans everyday. Read More...
POP STAR KATY CAPPELLA JOINS SUSAN G. KOMEN’S “RACE FOR THE CURE”
October/14/2012 12:20 PM
Rock Star Music News
Local Phoenix Celebrity Races For The Cure
October 14, 2012
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POP STAR KATY CAPPELLA JOINS SUSAN G. KOMEN’S “RACE FOR THE CURE”
Phoenix, AZ – October 14, 2012 – Pop Star sensation Katy Cappella joined The Susan G. Komen “Race For The Cure” in Phoenix, Arizona this morning. Saying after the race, “It is perfect weather for a run!”
Raised in Claremore, Oklahoma, this small town girl whose music is inspired by her desire to help others stresses the importance of being involved in Race For The Cure. Katy Cappella tells KomenPhoenix.org in her “Why I Walk” statement, "I walk to raise awareness and stress the importance of getting mammograms and doing self breast examinations." Read More...
The Truth Is...Singer Songwriter Jessarae Is A Rock Star With Raw Energy
October/11/2012 08:28 PM
The Truth Is Singer Songwriter Jessarae Is A Rock Star With Raw Energy
Interview and Album Review by Nicole Hanratty
Rock Star Music News
October 12, 2012
via Telephone October 2, 2012
Jessarae's charitable spirit at a young age is perhaps the most admirable thing about him, but his talent is the most striking. One song after the next on his album "Pilot" takes you on a journey through questions that revolve around identity, love, and challenges we all face regardless of age. He blends rock music with vocals and lyrics that play with a distinctive blues infused sound.
The songs on Jessarae’s “Pilot” album scream hot new artist on the rise. It's no surprise he has shared the stage with Stevie Wonder, Seal, Plain White T's, Five for Fighting, John Legend and The Roots, Gavin Rossdale, Sugar Ray and Matisyahu. "Seen It All Before" is a strong representation of all he embodies and after spending some time chatting with him, there is no question success is his to grasp. Read More...
Blind Benny is Something Worth Following
October/06/2012 03:09 PM
Interview
Rock Star Music News
Rock Star Album Review
“No Honor” EP Released September 4, 2012
by Nicole Hanratty
Via Telephone September 24, 2012
Jade<3 and Jonathan Carmelli are “all about a vibe and an emotion.” Their band, Blind Benny is doing something different and that something is worth following.
Jade<3, songwriter and vocalist was born and raised in New York. She sang in her father’s church and attended La Guardia School of Performing Arts. When this Puerto Rican songstress met up with Jonathan Carmelli, guitarist & producer, they formed a band called Blind Benny. Their music is shaking up the genre of world rock crisscrossing through the pop rock and soul.
Blind Benny’s first EP titled “No Honor,” reflects Jade<3’s obsession with “human behavior.” Each song is soulful and with purpose, an inside look at how love and life collide. Read More...
Kelly Sweet's Voice is an Amazing Grace: Singer Songwriter Interview & New Music
October/03/2012 11:47 AM
Rock Star Music News
Interview
October 2, 2012
@LifeofaRockStar
Sometimes you hear a song that draws you in so deeply, you feel a connection to an artist whom you have never met. Such was the case when editor, Nicole Hanratty heard Kelly Sweet's rendition of the love song "Dream On" this past May. [Download Kelly Sweet "Dream On" on iTunes music] It's haunting, enveloping and provocative all at the same time. Kelly Sweet's voice is so captivating you could listen to her songs on repeat and get lost in time.
As Life of a Rock Star™ began to look for more information about Kelly's music, we saw this: Read More...
Michele Clark's Sunset Sessions in Las Vegas at The Cosmopolitan Music Charity Event
October/01/2012 03:03 PM
(Celebrity photo: James Blunt)
Rock Star Music News
Michele Clark’s Sunset Sessions, a music industry convention and talent showcase, is coming to the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas, NV from November 8-10, 2012. This is the first time in Sunset Sessions’ 15-year history that it will be open to the general public. The event is a key opportunity for musicians and industry power players alike, introducing record labels, radio station programmers, music supervisors, managers, agents and others to emerging and established artists. The convention has been influential in the careers of numerous newer artists, including the Black Keys, Ryan Adams, Fun, Sia, James Blunt, Zac Browne Band, Grace Potter and Jason Mraz. Marquee names like Stevie Nicks, Richie Sambora, Lucinda Williams, Jewel, Third Eye Blind and Wayne Coyne also have participated in the event. READ MORE Michele Clark's Sunset Sessions in Las Vegas at The Cosmopolitan Music Charity Event Read More...
Micah Bentley: New Music Singer Songwriter Interview: "Micah Bentley on the Journey"
September/28/2012 09:23 AM
“Micah Bentley on the Journey”
Interview by Nicole Hanratty
September 28, 2012
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This Feature Friday Life of a Rock Star™ brings you new music from Bentley and an interview with lead singer songwriter Micah Bentley. His voice and music caught our attention and after interviewing him, we can’t help but believe he is headed for great things… See for yourself. Read More...
Music Unites at 2012 House of Rock
September/17/2012 09:26 AM
Rock Star Concert and Charity Event
Saturday, September 15, 2012
By Nicole Hanratty
@LifeofaRockStar
Santa Monica, Ca – Music Unites “Be Your Own Muse” campaign raises awareness and empowers girls in music through education. Music Unites together with Warner Bros. Records launched its “Be Your Own Muse” campaign in Los Angeles by kicking off a charity concert event at the 2012 House of Rock on Saturday night. It launched this past weekend in LA with “an amazing educational panel with leading women in music including Phylicia Fant, Julie Muncy, Michelle Jubelierer and a special songwriting session with Candace Lee Comacho and Helena.” (http://www.facebook.com/MusicUnitesOrg) In addition, Guitar Center donated 30 brand new Fender guitars to the participating and appreciative girls in Compton. Life of a Rock Star™ was thrilled to be invited to the event. Read More...
Jordan Riley On a Mission
September/13/2012 09:21 PM
Jordan Riley On a Mission
Interview by Nicole Hanratty
@LifeofaRockStar
August 30, 2012
Jordan Riley is set to release his inspirational song “Do You See What I See,” in a few weeks. The song highlights what the world needs today…a generation that is willing to reach out beyond borders to help one another, make a global difference in ending world hunger and help those in need to heal. We recently had the opportunity to interview Jordan. Read More...
Sun City on a Roller Coaster Ride
September/06/2012 05:43 AM
Interview by Nicole Hanratty
September 2, 2012
The two talented and very cute guys behind the Australian indie pop songs caught my ear when it came time to compile the Life of a Rock Star™ Back To School playlist. “Set Alight” (on the Sun City EP also titled “Set Alight” ) is the perfect blend of upbeat and forward motion dance music balanced with lyrics that are thought provoking and relatable. The song was an automatic add to the playlist and the EP has become a favorite.
This week I got the chance to interview Daniel and Tobias (Dan and Tobes). What unfolded made me smile and I think will make you smile too! These two guys have it all together. With their talent and great personalities they are headed towards enormous success. Read More...
Aoki In Wonderland
August/29/2012 10:57 AM
Music Review
August 29, 2012
Rock Star Music News
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New Music ★ STEVE AOKI ★ Music News ★ NEW MUSIC ★ DJ ★ Music Review
Steve Aoki: DJ / Producer and Label Owner of Dim Mak Records
“Welcome to Wonderland,” blasts through the speakers and the crowd goes wild. Steve Aoki is among the most popular techno DJs touring today. He is in Miami Beach tonight, Orlando tomorrow (August 30th), Las Vegas on August 31st, New York on September 1st at the Electric Zoo 2012, Chicago on September 2nd, then takes his tour to Europe. (See his full tour schedule here.) His aggressive schedule speaks to the demand for him to be everywhere. Read More...
Anna Rose: Genre Crossing Her Way to Success
August/24/2012 01:06 PM
Interview by Nicole Hanratty
Rock Star Music News
August 24, 2012
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New Music ★ ANNA ROSE ★ Music News ★ BEHOLD A PALE HORSE ★ Indie Rock ★ Interview
Take Paula Cole, Christina Aguilera and Reba McEntire and mix them up in a blender. The power house voice that pours out is Anna Rose. Meet the vivacious woman behind the amazing song, “My Body is a Cage.” Read More...
Celebrating Lolla Moments Gone By
August/06/2012 08:38 AM
Kid Rock Lonely Road of Faith
July/04/2012 06:40 PM
Kid Rock can do patriotic like nobody’s business. Here’s a little tribute to the troops in the spirit of the 4th of July holiday. Read More...
John Mayer "Shadow Days" Song of the Week
June/07/2012 04:40 PM
John Mayer is a good man...
Song of the Week
Rock Star Music News
June 7, 2012
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Song of the Week ★ New Music ★ JOHN MAYER ★ Singer Songwriter ★ SHADOW DAYS
Life of a Rock Star™ loves the genius musical talent that is John Mayer and the John Mayer hit “Shadow Days” off of the recently released album Born and Raised. Have you bought it yet? Download ”Shadow Days” on iTunes. We dare you not to love it too!
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Why Hunger Chapin Awards Dinner
June/07/2012 02:43 PM
Life of a Rock Star loves charities that address the basic needs of humanity. “WhyHunger is a leader in building the movement to end hunger and poverty by connecting people to nutritious, affordable food and by supporting grassroots solutions that inspire self-reliance and community empowerment.” (via whyhunger.org) Read More...
Graham Colton In Between
June/07/2012 02:04 PM
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FREE Live song from my show last Sun. @Eddiesattic. This is a preview as I get the entire show ready to share! http://t.opsp.in/1EWbS Pls RT
Download this song by Graham Colton, In Between - Live! Besides being free, it is a beautiful representation of acoustic talent. Read More...
Graham Colton @GrahamColtonFREE Live song from my show last Sun. @Eddiesattic. This is a preview as I get the entire show ready to share! http://t.opsp.in/1EWbS Pls RT
Download this song by Graham Colton, In Between - Live! Besides being free,
it is a beautiful representation of acoustic talent. Read More...Natasha Bedingfield Rocks the Orange Ball
May/25/2012 08:44 PM
Lupus LA Orange Ball
Beverly Wilshire Hotel, Beverly HIlls, California
Rock Star Music News
May 25, 2012
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NATASHA BEDINGFIELD ★ Charity ★ LUPUS LA ★ Live Performance
May 24, 2013--Beverly Hills, CA--Natasha Bedingfield sings Unwritten for an intimate crowd at the Lupus LA 2012 Orange Ball. Her live--basically a cappella performance--with guitarist Luca Campaner--was a phenomenal showing of her strong voice and amazing range. Natasha Bedingfield looked absolutely stunning and gave the prestigious evening a fabulous rock star touch.
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Born This Way Foundation
May/23/2012 07:50 PM
Our Life of a Rock Star teen contributor, BMG, was thrilled to take part in a Born This Way Foundation assembly. Read More...
Million Meals FEED Project Concert
May/16/2012 11:45 AM
Life of a Rock Star loves the FEED Project!Buy your tickets to support the cause started by model / activist Lauren Bush in 2005 that to date has donated over $6 Million dollars and 6 Million meals for underprivileged children around the world. See the rockstar lineup: Read More...
Life of a Rock Star Birthday
March/19/2009 08:21 AM
My sister Gina's birthday was this week and she has been kind enough to share with our readers what a real Life of a Rock Star™ Mom's birthday is all about:
• Get served breakfast in bed. Well, why wouldn't she wake up to her kids and hubby bringing her steaming hot coffee, crunchy toast and not over-cooked-with-a-dash-of-cheese scrambled eggs while she slowly awakens to the beautiful day? Maybe because her sweet hubby doesn't know how to push the 'On' button for the coffee maker--even though she had gotten it all ready the night before--and needed our Life of a Rock Star™ Mom to head down the steps to get the java brewing. "Oh honey, while you're down there can you just get out your special bread, (she has Celiac Sprue), from the freezer 'cause we're not sure where it is?" Then climb back in bed to enjoy your prepared meal. Read More...
• Get served breakfast in bed. Well, why wouldn't she wake up to her kids and hubby bringing her steaming hot coffee, crunchy toast and not over-cooked-with-a-dash-of-cheese scrambled eggs while she slowly awakens to the beautiful day? Maybe because her sweet hubby doesn't know how to push the 'On' button for the coffee maker--even though she had gotten it all ready the night before--and needed our Life of a Rock Star™ Mom to head down the steps to get the java brewing. "Oh honey, while you're down there can you just get out your special bread, (she has Celiac Sprue), from the freezer 'cause we're not sure where it is?" Then climb back in bed to enjoy your prepared meal. Read More...
Idol Gives Back Bake Sale
May/21/2008 12:54 PM
by Nicole Hanratty
Today’s school fundraiser is a bake sale for Idol Gives Back. It is a great cause and I am more than happy to tie on my apron and put my over-priced kitchen appliances to work! When I put on my Baker Extraordinaire Chef’s Hat there is no limit to what I can create but the number one request was for home made cupcakes. Read More...
Charity Function Mayhem
May/05/2008 09:18 PM
by Nicole Hanratty
What could be more fun at a charity function than observing the “haves” put it all on the line for the “have-nots”? It’s certainly amusing to watch how the grown-ups behave when they get a night out to play...
What might you notice? Here’s my top ten checklist that hits the mark every time: Read More...