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'The Sing-Off' finale recap: And the winner is...

Image Credit: Trae Patton/NBCAfter three weeks, five episodes, 65 performances, and 957 puns, the joyous celebration of terrific, autotune-free vocals known as The Sing-Off came to a close last night, and a winning group was finally crowned. Who was it? [SPOILER ALERT: If you don’t want to know who won, don’t read on!]

It was COURTNEY! Just kidding, it was Committed! Yes, the gospel sextet from Alabama earned the most viewer votes and clinched the victory over Nashville rockers Street Corner Symphony, who came in second place. What did Committed win? According to Nick Lachey, three very important things: “$100,000, the Sony Music recording contract, and this Sing-Off trophy!” But we didn’t get to see Committed receive the prestigious trophy right away. First, we had to wade through an hour and a half of tepid filler — repetitive montages, guest performances, and treacly charity visits — all the things The Sing-Off had so refreshingly neglected all season! Honestly, it made for a rather disappointing finale.

Part of me wants to let the show off the hook. After all, it’s a lighthearted program about a cappella that’s really more of an appreciation of singing than an intense competition. However, the entire first half of the finale completely undermined the competitive nature of The Sing- Off by refusing to focus on the actual contestants! It was infuriating! Our remaining vocal groups were relegated to be nothing more than stool-swaying backup singers for the likes of Boyz II Men, Sheryl Crow, Ben Folds (who I still love), Sara Bareilles, and Neil Diamond. The only guest performance that I actually found enjoyable was Jerry Lawson and Talk of the Town’s duet with Nicole Scherzinger. Their soulful take on “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” felt like a true artistic collaboration, rather than a celebrity spotlight-steal. If producers had wanted six performances during the first hour so badly, why not showcase the six previously eliminated vocal groups? I sure would have preferred one last chance to hear their blends instead of all that bland.

But before I get too critical, let me give some credit where credit is due: Nick Lachey did a great job last night. PUNMSTR looked positively giddy when he got to join the finalists on stage for Stevie Wonder’s “What Christmas Means to Me,” and he sort of stole the whole performance! (But not because he dominated the arrangement.) His crisp vocals, beaming disposition, and sweater-wearing-team-player attitude were an absolute delight to see/hear, and throughout the night, he seemed more confident and at ease than he had all season. He even took the time to successfully mock Ben Folds. Speaking to a live audience definitely helped him out. Bravo, Nick!

Eventually, our four final groups got to perform individual “songs of hope,” and while the subsequent performances were mostly solid, their effect was marred by extended packages showing each of the groups doing acts of good will for the holidays. They’re helping kids play guitar! They’re decorating Christmas trees! They’re singing after school! These Idol -esque segments felt contrived and took away the attention from the singing, the very thing The Sing-Off had been so focused on all along! I hope these boring packages aren’t a sign of things to come if The Sing-Off gets a longer season next year. But let’s get down to the actual performances:

The Backbeats — “Firework” by Katy Perry

Wow, I wish we had heard Kinton solo earlier! His light, flexible voice glided perfectly atop this pop smash, and some sharp choreography accentuated the build to the chorus. Unfortunately, Joanna’s distinct alto stood out like a sore thumb, and though the Backbeats finished on a beautifully complex chord, they never really exploded with energy. Plus, I got sort of annoyed how much the camera kept focusing on Courtney. I have nothing against the girl, but WE GET IT. SHE BEATBOXES. THE JUDGES LOVE HER. AND SHE HAS SHORT HAIR. Courtney’s face kept popping up the whole show! B

Image Credit: Trae Patton/NBC

Committed — “Hold My Hand” by Michael Jackson and Akon

Controversial song choice! The solos sounded slicker than ever, but the very watered-down arrangement left a lot to be desired. Things were mostly in tune, but the biggest flaw in the performance was that it was pretty boring. It was a wise move getting the audience to clap along near the end of the song. B-

Jerry Lawson and Talk of the Town — “Love Train” by The O’Jays

This was a standard Jerry Lawson and Talk of the Town performance in every way, but it had a new cane thrown in for good measure. Jerry howled, the accompaniment bopped along tunefully, and then the whole group stepped up to the front of the stage — it’s their big choreography every week! Completely fun and completely inoffensive. B+

Street Corner Symphony — “Fix You” by Coldplay

This performance was leagues ahead of all the others. The dramatic back-lighting definitely helped make things feel epic, but the singing was truly exemplary. Jeremy’s falsetto gave me goosebumps in the beginning, and the imitation electric guitar was stunningly impressive. Then, everyone came out! Why? Who cares! There was a huge wall of sound coming straight at me, and I loved it. And then the camera showed Courtney for about five seconds! During Street Corner Symphony’s performance! WHAT IS GOING ON WITH HER? A

The first elimination of the night saw Jerry Lawson and Talk of the Town and the Backbeats head home, but the two groups left the stage with smiles on their faces. Jerry Lawson seemed particularly excited — as he hobbled down the staircase, cane in hand, he looked at a woman in the crowd and shouted, “I don’t wanna go, but I gotta get out of here! You’re very beautiful!” It was strange and amusing. When the Backbeats were eliminated, Nick didn’t interview star singer Joanna, but instead COURTNEY about their experience. Somewhere, a producer was crying that she hadn’t won. (Still, it was nice to see Joanna take a back seat tonight, no?) Committed and Street Corner Symphony were left standing on the stage, and I felt pretty certain that Street Corner Symphony would take the win. They had been growing increasingly exciting and polished throughout the competition, whereas Committed seemed like they had peaked with their original performance of “This Love,” but had been rather boring ever since.

But we all know how things turned out. Committed won it all, thanked God, and ended the show with a not-quite-exhilarating performance of “We Are The Champions.” Though I was rooting for my Nashville boys the whole time, I really have no problem with Committed taking away the victory. They sound awesome — they just need a little showmanship. Now the “church boys,” as they were so often called, are off to make an album, but they claim that they’re hoping to tour with some of the groups on the show. If that happens, sign me up! Nick Lachey could be the opening act and warm up the crowd with some of his wordplay! On that note, it’s time for:

PunWatch with Nick Lachey!

“Committed has amazed Shawn with their immaculate sound. Now he’s about to join their heavenly harmonies with his own group.” (We’ve heard “heavenly” almost every episode, but I’m fairly certain that Nick just referenced the immaculate conception in an intro. WOW.)

“Let’s see how they spruce d up the holidays for some pretty remarkable people.” (Introducing Jerry Lawson and Talk of the Town with a Christmas tree pun!)

“When we come back, Street Corner Symphony fixes in on Coldplay” (Preparing for a performance of “Fix You”)

“Two groups are just heartbeats away from going home.” (During the elimination in which the Backbeats were eliminated)

And so ended a wonderful season of a wonderful show — a breath of fresh air in the rerun-laden December schedule. But now I want to hear what you think. Did the right group win? Was Street Corner Symphony robbed? Were you as frustrated by the over-produced finale as I was? Will you be watching The Sing-Off next season? So much to talk about! Sound off in the comments, and check out our interview with Committed below.

FURTHER READING: ‘ The Sing-Off’ winners speak about song selection, producer labels, and their competition

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The Sing-Off Live Tour

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The Sing-Off Live Tour: A Night of A cappella is a tour featuring groups from The Sing-Off . Running from February 19-March 29, it's a 33-night event spanning cities across the US.

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• The Filharmonic
• VoicePlay (with Peaches )

Along with the 3 main acts, other a cappella groups joined the tour as special guests.

• 2/19/14- The YellowJackets
• 2/20/14- North Shore  & Tufts Beezlebubs (Both shows)
• 2/21/14- The Princeton Footnotes  & Element
• 2/22/14- The Princeton Footnotes & Maxx Factor
• 2/23/14- The Princeton Footnotes & Element
• 2/28/14- Maxx Factor & Savoir Faire
• 3/1/14- Maxx Factor & The Deltones
• 3/2/14- Maxx Factor
• 3/5/14- Maxx Factor & Traces of Blue
• 3/11/14- acoUstiKats
• 3/14/14- acoUstiKats
• 3/16/14- acoUstiKats
• 3/20/14- Fannin Family
• 3/22/14- The Cat's Pajamas
• 3/23/14- Face
• 3/25/14- Groove for Thought
• 3/27/14- Vocal Rush
• 1 Pentatonix
• 3 Love the Way You Lie

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The Sing-Off Live Tour!  will feature  The Sing-Off  fan favorite groups VoicePlay (season 4) and Street Corner Symphony (season 2) plus one more group from this year’s 2-hour  The Sing-Off  television special which airs Wednesday, December 17 th  at 9PM ET/PT on NBC. On tour the groups will perform their a cappella versions of this year’s chart topping hits as well as favorite arrangements from the TV show.

The tour will offer the ultimate a cappella experience, giving fans of the show a unique opportunity to see their favorite groups perform live, and fans of a cappella music an incredible evening of some of the country’s top talent. In addition to headlining talent, each concert will feature local a cappella groups to open the show, allowing fans of the genre the chance to discover top local talent as well.

The 2015 tour will feature musical direction by Deke Sharon, known among the a cappella community as “The Godfather of Contemporary A Capella.” In addition to working as arranger, consultant, and producer on  The Sing-Off , Sharon served as musical director and arranger for the hit film  Pitch Perfect  and the upcoming  Pitch Perfect 2 . The tour will include individual sets from each act, brand new group numbers, ultimate sing-off’s and a few surprises.

The Sing-Off Live! Tour

Other upcoming shows, john bishop: back at it tour, the moody blues’ john lodge, rescheduled from 3/17. all tickets honored for the new date., rachel bloom: death, let me do my show, corey holcomb: the book of coreythians chapter 2, our house: the music of crosby, stills, nash & young, fred armisen: comedy for musicians but everyone is welcome, rescheduled from 6/14 to 8/16. all tickets honored for the new date., billy gardell, games with names live, with julian edelman, old gods of appalachia, donnell rawlings, choirchoirchoir presents: “hallelujah”: an epic anthems sing-along, randy feltface: first banana tour, rescheduled from 5/10. all tickets honored., cowboy bebop live: presented by the bebop bounty big band, kk’s priest with special guests accept, jesus aguaje ramos and his buena vista orchestra, laura ramoso: sit up straight tour, charlie berens: good old fashioned tour, wanda sykes: please & thank you tour, x: smoke & fiction tour, nick mullen, lewis black: goodbye yeller brick road, the final tour, kanan gill: what is this world tour 2024, joe dombrowski, ismo: watch your language tour, heather mcdonald: the juicy scoop experience, yngwie malmsteen: the 40th anniversary tour, cancelled – robin trower, my therapist ghosted me, brian simpson, richard thompson: ship to shore tour – full band show, john early: the album tour, matt mccusker, jenny slate lifeform tour, christina p: old yeller tour, tommy tiernan – tommedian, duncan trussell, ronny chieng: the love to hate it tour, the wallflowers, noel miller: new supply tour, brian regan, kevin hart: acting my age (boch center), please note - this show is at the wang theatre, the rest is history, max fosh – loophole, steve treviño: the good life tour, kathleen madigan: the potluck party, michael rapaport, whitney cummings: big baby, ryan hamilton, anubhav singh bassi, ages 16+ | performed in hindi, chris botti, morgan jay: aphrodesia tour, girls gotta eat: no crumbs tour, tickets on sale now, monét x change: life be lifin’, rescheduled from 5/14 to 1/24, sarah silverman: postmortem, andrew santino: freeze peach tour, ginger billy, neil degrasse tyson: astronomy bizarre.

The Sing-Off Live Tour!  will feature  The Sing-Off  fan favorite groups VoicePlay (season 4) and Street Corner Symphony (seas

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Everything you need to know about the July 4th Concert and Fireworks

*For the complete list of Wawa Welcome America events and road closures, visit our Welcome America Road Closure Press Release .

On Thursday, July 4, the Wawa Welcome America July 4th Concert and Fireworks returns to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway for the culmination of the sixteen-day independence celebration.

Attendees can explore the 2024 Welcome America story map on the City’s website to review important public safety information. The map helps members of the public find Parkway amenities such as jumbotrons and porta-potties. It also indicates stations for medical help and security. The story map , available at phila.gov/america , also includes road closure maps for the Parkway area and Old City.

Stay connected to important information from the City, like weather and event-related details. Text “ AMERICA ” to 888-777 to receive free Welcome America alerts from the Office of Emergency Management.

July 4th Concert and Fireworks

Concert begins at 7 p.m. | Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Fireworks begin at 9:45 p.m. | Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Philadelphia’s legendary July 4th Concert features performances by three-time GRAMMY® Award-winning R&B hitmaker, iconic songwriter, actor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Ne-Yo, and Grammy-nominated and award-winning musician, actress and activist Kesha.

Prior to the concert, guests will enjoy a collaborative performance by DJ Diamond Kuts and Snacktime Philly on the Pennsylvania Lottery Groove Stage on the Parkway from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The concert will begin on the main stage at 7 p.m. 

The main concert will be televised live during primetime in its entirety on NBC10 & simulcast from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. on NBC Sports Philadelphia+. The free concert will also be live streamed on the NBC Philadelphia News channel on Peacock, Roku, Samsung TV Plus, Amazon Fire TV, Pluto and Xumo Play as well as www.nbc10.com. The concert will be streamed in Spanish on Telemundo Noreste on Roku and Samsung TV Plus as well as www.telemundo62.com enabling viewers to watch on any device.

The July 4th Concert will be followed by a large, public firework display over the iconic Benjamin Franklin Parkway courtesy of Wawa beginning at 9:45 p.m.

Please view the Wawa Welcome America Festival Brochure for more details about the events.

How to Enter the Parkway Events

The Wawa Welcome America July 4th Concert & Fireworks is open to the public and free to attend.  

Gates for the concert open at 4 p.m. Guests will be directed to enter the event venue at the secured entry point at the following location: 

• 20th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway (Logan Circle)

*If you have a ticket for the front section, you must enter at 22nd Street & Pennsylvania Avenue. OR 22nd & Winter Streets . 

All guests must go through a security check upon entering, including magnetometers and bag checks.

Guests are encouraged to arrive early to avoid any traffic delays or heavy pedestrian traffic. The Parkway is general admission and occupied on a first-come-first-served basis.

What to Expect

Venue rules and safety information.

The vicinity of the Wawa Welcome America July Fourth Concert & Fireworks (a boundary from at least 19th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and adjacent areas), will be secured and protected for a safe and fun celebration. Throughout the Wawa Welcome America festivities, the City will provide enhanced law enforcement and emergency medical services. The City and Welcome America are coordinating with local, state and federal public safety authorities to ensure everyone can safely enjoy the Fourth of July.

For the safety of event attendees and participants, unauthorized sUAS/drone usage is prohibited over crowds by the FAA. If you see a drone at an event, please report it to the nearest police officer with a location and description of the operator.

Check out this informative video provided by Welcome America that highlights the venue rules. 

Know where to find law enforcement and medical help along the Parkway. 

The Philadelphia Fire Department’s EMS Division will have medic teams spread across the Parkway at the following locations: 

• 2300 Benjamin Franklin Parkway (Southside)
• 22nd Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway (Southside)
• 21st Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway (Northside)

Call 9-1-1 if you are having a medical emergency or see someone who may be in need of medical attention.

Private security posts and information booths can also call for help. 

Have important phone numbers memorized. 

If you see something – say something!

These safety tips and more can be found in the Special Events Safety Guide .

Weather and heat precautions

With the potential for high temperatures, there is a risk of heat-related health issues. Many heat stress or heat exhaustion issues can be avoided by taking simple precautions.

Attendees should follow all proper precautions to protect themselves and their families against the heat. All festival-goers should stay hydrated by drinking lots of water, and avoiding alcoholic beverages, caffeine, and excessive layers of clothing.

Consider the “Three L’s” Rule: light-colored, lightweight and loose-fitting. Wear garments made of natural fibers like cotton.

For more tips on how to beat the heat, visit the City’s heat guide .  

Accessibility

Welcome America July 4th Concert and Fireworks is an accessible event and is dedicated to ensuring access to people of all abilities. Benjamin Franklin Parkway is a wheelchair-accessible roadway that features flat surfaces and curb cutouts.

Portable toilets, including ADA-compliant units, will be available throughout the Parkway.

There will be multiple screens throughout the festival grounds for people to see the stage. 

Please refer to the 2024 Welcome America story map , which identifies these locations. 

What Can I Bring?

The following items are permitted at Welcome America events:

• Personal food & beverage (no alcoholic beverages)
• Small personal coolers
• Pets on leashes
• Chairs and blankets (not permitted in the ticketed front section)

Please note: all persons and/or their belongings are subject to search as a condition of entry into the July 4th Concert and Fireworks. 

When in doubt, leave it home! 

Keep possessions and bags with you always and do not leave them unattended.

Items NOT allowed inside the festival footprint

For the safety of event attendees and staff, the following items are prohibited:

• Weapons and contraband of any kind regardless of permitting, e.g. Right-to-Carry permits will not be honored, and entry will be denied.
• Fireworks, firecrackers, or explosives (including sparklers)
• Open flame of any kind
• Illegal or illicit substances of any kind (does not pertain to individual prescribed medication)
• Flyers, handbills, posters, stickers (no solicitation allowed)
• Full face coverings, such as ski masks and balaclavas (this does not apply to COVID-19 masks or faith-based coverings)
• Unauthorized commerce
• Items that would obstruct others’ view (large signs, banners, etc.)
• Drones and any other unmanned and remote-controlled devices
• ATVS, dirt bikes, skateboards, rollerblades, bicycles, segways, hoverboards, and similar items (cannot be brought into the event space)
• Glass Containers
• Laser pointers
• Selfie Sticks
• Any other item or action deemed dangerous or inappropriate by production or security management

Lost children

Parents or guardians should report a missing child to the nearest law enforcement officer, medic, private security representative, or information booth as soon as possible.

Public safety officials will coordinate the search for missing children with the full support of the Philadelphia Police Department.

Be sure to take a photo of your child before arriving at the Welcome America events. If separated, this will be very helpful for those searching for your child. It’s also recommended to have children memorize their parent’s cell phone numbers.

Lost and found

If you’ve lost a personal belonging, look for the nearest information booth where you last had the item. Wawa Welcome America staff can check if the item has been returned there or at other information booths.

After July 4, lost items can be reclaimed by contacting the Welcome America office at [email protected] .

Getting to the Parkway events

Philadelphia’s mass transit system, SEPTA, offers two subway lines, regional rail service to and from the surrounding suburbs, and bus service throughout the city.

Regional rail service, the Market Frankford Line, and the Broad Street Line will operate on a Sunday schedule with additional cars added to increase rider capacity at the break of the event. Check the Regional Rail extended train service schedule and the SEPTA website for more details.

• Bus Detours: Due to road closures, buses that travel on or near the Parkway will be detoured starting at 3:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 4 through 5 p.m. on Friday, July 5. Routes detoured: 7, 32, 33, 38, 43, 48 and 49. 

SEPTA travel tips:

• On Thursday, July 4, please refer to the Sunday schedule of the SEPTA service you wish to ride. Routes that do not offer Sunday service will not operate
• The Ben Franklin Parkway is best accessed from the 15th Street Market-Frankford Line Station and Race-Vine or City Hall Broad Street Line Station
• Visit the Fares section for fare and SEPTA Key information
• Download the SEPTA App for iPhone and Android devices. Visit the Google Play or Apple App Store and look for the official SEPTA App.
• The SEPTA Customer Service Call Center (215) 580-7800 will open from 8 a.m. to  8 p.m. on Thursday, July 4.

Check SEPTA’s website, Septa.org , for full details on transit options. For information on NJ Transit routes and schedules on July 4, visit NJTransit.com .

Philly PHLASH

The Philly PHLASH Downtown Bus Loop will operate a special holiday service on Thursday, July 4. For updated holiday route detour and schedule information, visit RidePhillyPhlash.com on your mobile device or VisitPhilly’s PhillyPhlash Guide on your desktop.

Taxi & Rideshare

Designated rideshare and taxi drop-off points for the July Fourth Concert will be 17th and Spring Garden Street. 

Cyclists and Pedestrians

The Benjamin Franklin Parkway is easily accessible via cycling and walking. Keep in mind that if a road is closed to vehicular traffic, it is also closed to cycling. Walking paths will remain open for pedestrians as conditions allow; however, please follow all posted signs, detours and traffic control devices.

• The Kelly Drive bike path (river side) between Eakins Oval and Sedgley Drive will be closed to cyclists and pedestrians beginning at 5 p.m. until the conclusion of the fireworks for safety concerns.

RideIndego is an accessible and affordable way to get to and from the July 4th Concert and Fireworks with stations conveniently located along the Parkway. Download the official Indego App to check real-time bike and dock availability at any station. Visit the Google Play or Apple App Store and look for the official Indego App.

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The quintet from Minneapolis debuts on the NBC competition with a creative arrangement of "Cruise" by Florida Georgia Line featuring Nelly.

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As country music has risen to the top of American Idol , The X-Factor and The Voice , the genre has inevitably arrived at NBC’s revived a cappella competition The Sing-Off . As the show returns to NBC after nearly two years off the air, The Sing-Off is featuring a country a cappella group for the first time.

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Home Free is an all-male group from Minneapolis who tours the nation performing at everything from corporate gigs and cruise ships to public school assemblies and charity events. They tout the same member makeup that worked for Sing-Off season three champions Pentatonix — a harmonizing trio, plus what judge Shawn Stockman calls the “meat and potatoes” section of beats and bass.

In this exclusive video, the group debuts with a cover of Florida Georgia Line’s “Cruise” — not the original, but the revamped version featuring Nelly . To everyone’s surprise, they take his verse down a few octaves while still keeping the energy up on the lighthearted song.

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“I was really hopeful to have a country a cappella group this year,” said Jewel at a press conference of including the genre. “Glad to see that.”

Home Free — consisting of Austin Brown , Rob Lundquist , Chris Rupp , Tim Foust and Adam Rupp — has already recorded studio albums featuring country hits like Rascal Flatt’s “Life Is a Highway.” But they’re not afraid to venture beyond their signature sound, as they’ve also recorded classics like “Can’t Help Fallin’ in Love” and “Under the Boardwalk” and even performed their own rendition of Baauer’s viral “Harlem Shake.”

Watch the full performance above. Season four of The Sing-Off begins with a two-hour premiere on Dec. 9 at 9 p.m. on NBC.

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Ann wilson diagnosed with cancer, postpones heart tour after surgery: ‘i’ve much more to sing’.

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Heart singer Ann Wilson has been diagnosed with cancer.

In a heartfelt statement shared via Instagram Tuesday, the “Barracuda” singer, 74, revealed she “recently underwent an operation to remove something” that was cancerous.

“The operation was successful & I’m feeling great but my doctors are now advising me to undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy & I’ve decided to do it,” she continued.

Wilson went on to tell her followers that her doctors have suggested she “take the rest of the year away from the stage in order to fully recover.”

In light of the recent decision, the singer has decided to delay Heart’s Royal Flush Tour, which was scheduled to begin in Cleveland on July 30 and run through December.

“To the ticket buyers, I really do wish we could do these gigs. Please know that I absolutely plan to be back on stage in 2025,” the lead singer of the rock band wrote.

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She added. “My team is getting those details sorted & we’ll let you know the plan as soon as we can.”

Heart’s official Instagram account told fans to “hold onto their tickets” as the band promises “more information to be announced” in the coming weeks.

“This is merely a pause. I’ve much more to sing,” she explained. “Respectfully, this is the last public statement I’d like to make on the matter.”

The news comes just months after the cancellation of the band’s European tour dates .

The decision was made after Wilson underwent a “time sensitive but routine medical procedure” that had a minimum recovery time of six weeks.

“I’m OK. Please don’t worry. I do apologize for any inconvenience this may cause,” Wilson promised fans at the time of the announcement. “It’s certainly an inconvenience for me. Love & respect always, Ann.”

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L OS ANGELES (AP) — Ann Wilson , lead singer of rock band Heart, says she has cancer and the band is postponing the remaining shows on its Royal Flush Tour while she undergoes treatment.

Wilson said in a statement Tuesday that she underwent a surgery to remove a cancerous growth and is recovering steadily, but that her doctors urged her to undergo preventive chemotherapy and take time off from performing “in order to fully recover.” That meant the rest of the shows on the North American tour will be postponed to dates in 2025.

“To the ticket buyers, I really do wish we could do these gigs. Please know that I absolutely plan to be back on stage in 2025,” Wilson said in the statement. “My team is getting those details sorted & we’ll let you know the plan as soon as we can.”

All previously purchased tickets for the now-postponed shows will be honored. The rescheduled dates will be announced in the coming weeks, according to the release.

“This is merely a pause. I’ve much more to sing,” Wilson continued in the statement before adding, “Respectfully, this is the last public statement l’d like to make on the matter.”

Over 50 shows at stadium and arena venues in dozens of cities across the U.S. and Canada are impacted by the postponement. Select shows were set to include performances from Def Leppard and Journey, and Heart has not announced whether those bands will accompany them at the rescheduled performances.

The band, led by Wilson and her sister Nancy Wilson on the guitar, canceled the European leg of their tour in May, citing that the singer had to have "a time-sensitive but routine procedure for which the minimum recovery time is six weeks.”

Wilson posted on Instagram at the time of the European shows' cancellation, writing, “I’m okay! Please don’t worry. I do apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. It’s certainly an inconvenience for me.”

The Wilson sisters, who made hits like “Magic Man,” “Crazy on You” and “Alone,” have made music together since the ’70s. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers were honored with a lifetime achievement award from the Recording Academy in 2023.

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Lead singer Ann Wilson of the legendary rock band Heart has announced that she has cancer and the band has cancelled the remaining dates on its Royal Flush Tour so she can undergo treatment.

Wilson in a statement Tuesday said that she underwent surgery to remove a cancerous growth and is recovering steadily, the Associated Press reported.

She said that her doctors urged her to undergo preventive chemotherapy and take time off from performing “in order to fully recover.”

That meant the rest of the shows on the North American tour will be postponed until 2025.

“To the ticket buyers, I really do wish we could do these gigs,” Wilson said in the statement. “Please know that I absolutely plan to be back on stage in 2025. My team is getting those details sorted & we’ll let you know the plan as soon as we can.”

All previously purchased tickets for the postponed shows will be honored. The rescheduled dates will be announced in the coming weeks, according to the release.

“This is merely a pause. I’ve much more to sing,” Wilson continued in the statement before adding, “Respectfully, this is the last public statement l’d like to make on the matter.”

Wilson and her sister, Ann, founded Heart in the 1970s, and hits like “Barracuda,” “Crazy on You,” “Magic Man” and “Alone” have become radio staples. The band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2013.

More than 50 shows at stadium and arena venues in dozens of cities across the U.S. and Canada are impacted by the postponement, the AP said.

Select shows were set to include performances from iconic bands Def Leppard and Journey. Heart has not announced whether those bands will accompany them at the rescheduled performances.

Heart had canceled the European leg of their tour in May, saying that Wilson had to have “a time-sensitive but routine procedure for which the minimum recovery time is six weeks.”

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Hoboken My Way Sinatra Sing-Off

June 20 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm.

The Hoboken Historical Museum, in association with the City of Hoboken, is pleased to announce the 2024 Hoboken My Way Sinatra Sing-Off! This community event will take place on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 6:30pm at the Sinatra Park Amphitheater. We highly recommend that you arrive by 5:30pm to meet the contestants and snag a seat!

The My Way Sinatra Sing-Off is a longstanding and sought-after singing contest in Hoboken that attracts Frank Sinatra performers from all over the world! Since 2007, this revered event has been hosted outdoors along the Hoboken waterfront framed by the New York City skyline.

Contestants sing their favorite Sinatra tune before a panel of judges and the public. The winner is bestowed the title of Best Sinatra style singer.

This year the contest will also be live-streamed and archived on the Hoboken Historical Museum’s YouTube page. This is a great option for anyone who is not able to be there in person. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cis1JUun6cQ

It is a traditional community event like no other.

Here are the amazing contestants:

Kurt Decker – New York, New York Burke Herrick – Schoharie, New York Joe Montemurro – Little Ferry, New Jersey Jamie Goetz – Portland, Oregon Jeff Gibson – New Orleans, Louisiana Hunter Courts – Port Neches, Texas Paul Capello – Orlando Florida John Rinell – Ellenton, Florida Emilio Jennette – South Amboy, New Jersey Kevin “Dooey” Sinnott – Millington, New Jersey Nicholas Silletti – Hoboken, New Jersey Matt Tamburri – Hoboken, New Jersey

Please save the date for a soft summer night and we’ll see you on June 20th! A special thank you to our sponsors and donors!

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Pink's daughter Willow is following her dreams.

Pink's daughter Willow is saying goodbye to her mom's Summer Carnival tour.

On June 28, Pink posted a video in which she asks Willow to tell her why she's leaving the tour. Willow reveals that she's leaving so she can be in a production of "Bye Bye Birdie."

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She also shares that she wants to be on Broadway some day.

Pink then reminisces about how Willow has always loved performing, noting, "I remember when you came out onstage for the first time in [a production of] 'Mamma Mia!' and I was like, 'Who is that person?' I had never seen you so big and, like, your energy was six times your body, it was amazing. I was blown away."

"You have your own lane, and you want to be in it, and I love that for you," Pink tells her daughter. "I will tell you that in this last recital, I saw a version of you that I didn't know existed."

She then jokes, "Get off my tour, you're fired!"

Pink captioned the video, "This weekend's shows were Willow's last few on tour before she takes time away to follow her dreams. I promised I wouldn't cry. I DID NOT however, promise I wouldn't hyperventilate through our hug."

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"It's wild to watch your children grow up and out of you, but I'm beyond proud," Pink added. "We all are. I'm gonna miss you so much."

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She made her recording debut on the 2018 album "The Greatest Showman: Reimagined," singing "A Million Dreams - Reprise."

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Downtown Nashville's 4th of July 2024: Who's performing, when are fireworks, parking, more

As people across the country are gearing up to celebrate Independence Day with cookouts, picnics and other festivities, Nashville is preparing for its annual "Let Freedom Sing!" Music City's July 4th event, that's also one of the biggest fireworks displays in the United States.

Each year, hundreds of thousands of visitors line the streets of Downtown Nashville to enjoy live music, games and, of course, the dazzling fireworks display that illuminates the Music City sky. According to the Nashville Convention and Visitors Corp., the 2023 event drew an estimated 250,000 people and generated $11.6 million in estimated direct visitor spending.

The 2024 event will be the 21st annual celebration produced by Music City Inc. through the Nashville Convention and Visitors Corp. and the 40th in the city. Here's everything to know about Nashville's 2024 Fourth of July celebration.  

Who is performing during Nashville's 4th of July event?

Performers set to take the stage during the "Let Freedom Sing! Music City July 4th" event include:

• Chris Young (Headliner)
• Girl Named Tom
• Blessing Offor
• Nashville Symphony
• Joe West Band (performing at the Amazon Family Fun Zone)
• San Rafael Band (performing at the Amazon Family Fun Zone)
• Small Time Rock Stars (performing at the Amazon Family Fun Zone)
• The Woods (performing at the Amazon Family Fun Zone)
• The Magi (performing at the Amazon Family Fun Zone)
• DJ Coach (performing at the Amazon Family Fun Zone)

Where is the Amazon Family Fun Zone?

The Amazon Family Fun Zone will be at the Music City Walk of Fame Park, complete with free live music, inflatables, games and other family-friendly activities from noon until 5 p.m.

Children can enjoy a 22-foot slide, an obstacle course, a four-man bungee jump, corn hole, balloon artists, face painters and more.

What time does the fireworks show in Nashville start?

Nashville's Fourth of July event is one of the largest fireworks shows in the country, and this year's celebration is set to be an even grander spectacle. For the first time, drone light elements will be incorporated into the show. According to the Nashville Convention and Visitors Corp., 40,000 pounds of explosives and 200 miles of wire will be used.

The fireworks show will begin at 9:30 p.m. and will end at 10 p.m. Recommended viewing locations include:

• Lower Broadway
• Ascend Amphitheater
• Riverfront Park
• The Green at Riverfront Park
• Public Square Park
• Music City Walk of Fame Park
• Korean War Veterans Memorial Bridge
• Gay Street Connector

For those unable to attend the event in person, the fireworks and drone show will be livestreamed at visitmusiccity.com

Are tickets necessary to enter Nashville's 4th of July event?

No, Nashville's Fourth of July celebration is free to attend. However, guests looking for an exclusive viewing experience can purchase tickets for premium seating overlooking the Cumberland River.

What is the schedule of events for 'Let Freedom Sing'?

The Fourth of July event begins with the Amazon Family Fun Zone opening at 11 a.m. Here is the schedule of performers, with DJ Coach spinning in between performances:

• DJ Coach (11 a.m. - noon)
• Joe West Band (noon - 12:40 p.m.)
• San Rafael Band (1 p.m. - 1:40 p.m.)
• Small Time Rock Stars (2 p.m. - 2:40 p.m.)
• The Woods (3 p.m. - 3:40 p.m.)
• The Magi (4 p.m. - 4:55 p.m.)

The party then moves to First and Broadway for the main show at Jack Daniel's Broadway stage.

The main show will kick off at around 5 p.m. with a welcome from emcee Kelly Sutton, remarks from Mayor Freddie O'Connell, a color guard, "America the Beautiful" performed by Mike Parker and the national anthem performed by Keesha Rainey.

• DJ Case Bloom (4 p.m. - 5 p.m.)
• Operation Song (5:09 p.m. - 5:14 p.m.)
• Blessing Offor (5:15 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.)
• Kelly Sutton Emcee/DJ Case Bloom (5:45 p.m. - 6 p.m.)
• Girl Named Tom (6 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.)
• Kelly Sutton Emcee/DJ Case Bloom (6:30 p.m. - 6:50 p.m.)
• Yola (6:50 p.m. - 7:40 p.m.)
• Kelly Sutton Emcee/DJ Case Bloom (7:40 p.m. - 8:05 p.m.)
• Chris Young (8:05 p.m. - 9:20 p.m.)

The gates at Ascend Amphitheater will open at 4 p.m., however, events won't get underway until 9 p.m.

• Nashville Symphony seated/tuning/house music (9:15 p.m. - 9:23 p.m.)
• Emcee Kelly Sutton opens Ascend Amphitheater show (9:23 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.)
• Nashville Symphony special piece (9:25 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.)
• Nashville Symphony with fireworks and drone show (9:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.)

What items are allowed? What items are prohibited during Nashville's 4th of July event?

Collapsible chairs are permitted everywhere, except Ascend Amphitheater. Handheld personal-sized umbrellas up to 36 inches are also allowed, but all chairs and umbrellas must be taken down and put away by 4 p.m.

The following items are prohibited:

• Guns, knives or other weapons
• Backpacks or luggage
• Outside alcoholic beverages
• Illegal substances, drugs or drug paraphernalia
• Outside fireworks
• Laser pointers
• Pets (except service animals)
• Drones or other remote-controlled aerial or ground-based devices
• Unauthorized vending, sales, sampling, solicitation or distribution of materials
• Wagons or pull-carts
• Unauthorized personal transport devices like bicycles, rollerblades, skateboards, Segways, golf carts, mopeds, scooters, electric scooters or any personal motorized vehicles other than wheelchairs or ADA devices
• Pedicabs or pedal taverns
• Unauthorized amplification devices permitted, that disrupt event production, including handheld megaphones
• Noisemakers (musical instruments, bullhorns, air horns, whistles, etc.)
• Performances or demonstrations of any type outside of the Designated Freedom of Expression Zone
• Pop-up tents
• Beach or pole-style umbrellas
• Inserting stakes, poles, or any other objects into the ground, or use of ropes, cords or tape to reserve space
• Hammocks or attaching anything to any park structures or trees
• Audio recorders or video cameras
• Camera stands, monopods, tripods, attachment sticks or selfie sticks
• Pepper spray
• Aerosol containers of any kind
• Sealed containers of any kind
• Throwing objects
• Professional-grade radios or walkie-talkies
• Large chains or spiked jewelry
• Signs, flags on sticks or poles
• Collapsible chairs in Ascend Amphitheater

What parking and transportation options will be available?

The following parking options will be available. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to find parking.

• Metro Courthouse: July 4 parking rate is $15
• Music City Center: Special event rates may apply and will be posted as you enter the garage.
• Downtown Library: July 4 parking rate is $15
• 5th & Broadway. Parking rates vary by special events and time spent parked in the garage. On July 4, guests wishing to park at the 5th + Broadway complex may enter the garage entrance at Sixth Avenue via Broadway from the west. Guests may also use the 5th + Broadway complex parking garage entrance on Commerce Street just west of Rep. John Lewis Way.

All WeGo bus routes will operate on a Sunday schedule. Fireworks are expected to end at approximately 10 p.m. and most frequent and local routes will be operating until 11:15 p.m., said the Nashville Convention and Visitors Corp.

Because traffic congestion may require unexpected detours downtown, visitors are encouraged to consider boarding at the Elizabeth Duff Transit Center at WeGo Central located at 400 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. next to Municipal Auditorium. 

Which roads will be closed?

Road closures will begin at 4 a.m. Thursday, July 4, and will continue throughout the day. The following roads will be closed and will reopen following the conclusion of the fireworks show or on Friday, July 5, by 6 a.m.

• Broadway from Rep. John Lewis Way to Sixth Avenue
• Rep. John Lewis Way from Broadway to Commerce Street
• Rep. John Lewis Way northbound from Hilton Valet to Broadway
• Sixth Avenue from Demonbreun to Broadway, northbound lanes
• First Avenue from Bank Street to Church Street
• Church Street from First Avenue to Second Avenue
• Grumpy’s Bail Bonds Alley
• First Avenue from Korean Veterans Boulevard to Demonbreun
• Asurion Alley
• Molloy Street from First Avenue to Second Avenue
• Demonbreun from First Avenue to Second Avenue
• Demonbreun eastbound lane from Third Avenue to Second Avenue
• Symphony Place
• In-bound lanes of Korean Veterans Boulevard/Gateway Bridge from South Second Street to Second Avenue
• Reroute out-bound lanes of Korean Veterans Boulevard/Gateway Bridge to two-way traffic from Second Avenue to South Second Street (will be re-opened on Thursday, July 4, at 8:30 p.m.)
• Fourth Avenue cut-out area, near Schermerhorn just north of Demonbreun
• Sidewalks on Second Avenue (Commerce Street to Union) for set-up as needed; otherwise will remain open for pedestrian access
• Sidewalks on Third Avenue (Commerce Street to Union) for set-up as needed; otherwise will remain open for pedestrian access
• Sidewalks on Rep. John Lewis Way (Broadway to Commerce Street) for set-up as needed; otherwise will remain open for pedestrian access
• Sidewalks on Seventh Avenue (Demonbreun to Commerce Street) for set-up as needed; otherwise will remain open for pedestrian access
• Sidewalks on Eighth Avenue (Demonbreun to Commerce Street) for set-up as needed; otherwise will remain open for pedestrian access
• Sidewalks on Broadway (Sixth Avenue to Eighth Avenue) for set-up as needed; otherwise will remain open for pedestrian access
• Sidewalks on James Robertson Parkway (Third Avenue to James Robertson Parkway Bridge) for set-up as needed; otherwise will remain open for pedestrian access
• Sidewalks on Commerce Street (Third Avenue to Eighth Avenue) for set-up as needed; otherwise will remain open for pedestrian access
• Sidewalks on Demonbreun (Second Avenue to Eighth Avenue) for set-up as needed; otherwise will remain open for pedestrian access
• Third Avenue from Demonbreun to Commerce Street
• Fourth Avenue from Demonbreun to Commerce Street
• Commerce Street from Second Avenue to Third Avenue
• Opry Place (Ryman Alley)
• Broadway from Sixth Avenue to Eighth Avenue
• Seventh Avenue from Demonbreun to Commerce Street
• Sixth Avenue from Demonbreun to Broadway
• Woodland Street Bridge (immediately re-opened following the conclusion of the fireworks show)
• Church Street from Second Avenue to Thirrd Avenue (immediately re-opened following the conclusion of the fireworks show)
• Union Street from Third Avenue to Woodland Street Bridge (immediately re-opened after the fireworks show)
• John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge (immediately re-opened after the fireworks show) (time closed at the discretion of MNPD and Fire Marshal Office)

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Zach bryan brings out 'hawk tuah' girl to sing 'revival' at nashville concert, zach bryan 'hawk tuah' sings 'revival' at nashville concert.

Zach Bryan got in on the "Hawk Tuah" craze, bringing the now-famous 21-year-old on stage Saturday night during his concert.

Zach Bryan brought the "Hawk Tuah" girl on Stage last night 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/hXoCoDAruw — The Patriot Oasis™ (@ThePatriotOasis) June 30, 2024 @ThePatriotOasis

Zach, who is on his "The Quittin Time" tour, was performing at Nashville's Nissan Stadium when Hailey Welch -- AKA "Hawk Tuah" -- appeared on stage and the crowd went nuts!

They performed his song, "Revival" together and she gave a "Hawk Tuah" for the crowd.

Hailey was dressed in white cowboy boots, cut-off jeans and the obligatory cowboy lid. She was also holding a drink.

Hawk Tuah Girl hopped on stage with Zach Bryan in Nashville @StoolBackstage pic.twitter.com/IXqGFX1NXX — Barstool Sports (@barstoolsports) June 30, 2024 @barstoolsports

Hailey had some stumbles, occasionally getting lost over lyrics, but the crowd didn't care.

She joins a stellar list of folks who have appeared on stage with Zach singing "Revival," including John Mayer and Bruce Springsteen .

She's now hawking merch and clearly having a moment.

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