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Nipsey Hussle’s final music video ‘Higher’ a tribute to the slain rapperVideo
DJ Khaled and John Legend released Nipsey Hussle’s final music video on Friday “with the full blessing” of the late rapper’s family. Khaled said Thursday that it took “a soul-searching journey” to proceed with “Higher,” a song by Khaled that features Nipsey and appears on Khaled’s new album, “Father of...
Who’s ready for a new Archie Bunker, live on your TV?
Archie Bunker is coming back to prime-time network TV and he might look a little different to viewers — even if what he says is exactly the same. Woody Harrelson is stepping into the iconic role as part of a 90-minute ABC special celebrating writer, director and producer Norman Lear....
Expect heavy police, fire, EMS presence at Heinz Field Garth Brooks concert
Fans can expect to see plenty of police, firefighters and paramedics in Heinz Field and parking lots around the stadium Saturday as Pittsburgh gears up for the record-breaking Garth Brooks concert. Pittsburgh Public Safety Director Wendell Hissrich said first responders will include Pittsburgh police and state police on horseback, state...
‘Games of Thrones’ petition to remake final season nears 500,000 signatures
***WARNING: SPOILERS THROUGH SEASON 8, EPISODE 5 OF ‘GAME OF THRONES’*** Nearly a half-million petitioners at Change.org are ready to mount a dragon and burn the final season of HBO’s “Game of Thrones” to the ground, very similar to what Daenerys Targaryen just did in the most recent episode, “The...
Franklin Regional middle-schooler’s photos on display at Westmoreland art museumVideo
When Tai Thomasson of Murrysville picked up his mother’s film camera a few years ago, he wasn’t expecting his photos to be published in “Murrysville Living” magazine. The 14-year-old certainly wasn’t expecting about a dozen of them to become part of a month-long exhibit on display at the Westmoreland Museum...
Garth Brooks appeals to the ‘every man, every woman’ among fans
The history of country music really could be chronicled as B.G. (Before Garth) and A.G. (After Garth). That’s about the best way to note the difference in the genre before Garth Brooks arrived on the scene. He’s made millions by bringing a rock ’n’ roll sensibility to the sound and...
Pittsburgh-area attorney having time of his life hosting radio show
Eric Jackson Lurie has a successful “day job” practicing criminal defense and family law in Fox Chapel and surrounding areas, with offices on Old Freeport Road in O’Hara and in downtown Pittsburgh. When Thursday evenings roll around, he swaps his courtroom suit and tie for more casual wear and heads...
CBS defends ‘Bull’ renewal despite sexual harassment claims
Kelly Kahl, president of CBS Entertainment, defended on Wednesday the decision to renew the TV drama “Bull” despite allegations of sexual harassment against star Michael Weatherly, which resulted in a $9.5-million settlement with his accuser, actress Eliza Dushku. In a breakfast with reporters ahead of CBS’ annual upfront presentation in...
Review: ‘John Wick 3’ is like Sichuan cooking: numbing yet spicyVideo
“Do what you do best, John.” That tidbit of wisdom — delivered late in the film “John Wick: Chapter 3 — Parabellum” to the title character — is good advice for anyone, really, if also not terribly deep. But then again, neither is the film. This third installment in the...
George Romero’s archives headed to University of Pittsburgh
“Oh, the horror,” many students cramming for finals at the University of Pittsburgh undoubtedly have uttered under their breaths. Now it’s true. Officials at Pitt on Thursday announced the University Library System has acquired the archives of the late iconic horror filmmaker George A. Romero. Many consider Romero, a Pittsburgh...
Review: ‘The Sun Is Also a Star’ is beautiful, but implausibleVideo
“The Sun Is Also a Star ” is a beautiful looking film. The TV stars Yara Shahidi of “grown-ish” and Charles Melton of “Riverdale” are beautiful. New York City is beautiful. Even the MTA is (kind of) beautiful. Director Ry Russo-Young’s film is shot by cinematographer Autumn Durald with such...
Review: ‘A Dog’s Journey’ offers up an interesting, complex storyVideo
Engaging critically with Dog Movies can be a challenge for a critic. Who wants to be the crank who scoffs that the heartwarming animal movie is just too contrived and sentimental? But it can be hard to avoid, with the sickly sweet pandering pabulum of recent films like “A Dog’s...
Rolling Stones North American tour finally starts in Chicago
NEW YORK — The Rolling Stones are ready to get back on the road after postponing their North American tour because Mick Jagger needed medical treatment. The rockers announced Thursday the No Filter tour will kick off in Chicago with two shows on June 21 and 25. We are delighted...
The Who rocks out (on classroom instruments) with Jimmy FallonVideo
Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey of the legendary rock band The Who traded in their signature wailing electric guitars and keyboards for a bevy of classroom instruments during an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. The pair were accompanied by Fallon and members of his house band The...
Entertainment planner: May 16-29
Friday May 17 Broken Arrow: The Music of Neil Young, Lamp Theatre, Irwin. 724-367-4000 or lamptheatre.org Michael Christopher, Rivers Casino, Pittsburgh. 412-231-7777 or riverscasino.com “Pirate Queens,” The Theatre Factory, Trafford. Through May 25. 412-374-9200 or thetheatrefactory.org Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Lincoln Center Great Performers Series program, Heinz Hall, Pittsburgh. 412-392-4900 or...
‘Game of Thrones’: Breaking down ‘The Bells’Video
***WARNING: SPOILERS AHEAD THROUGH SEASON 8, EPISODE 5 OF ‘GAME OF THRONES,’ AND MILD BOOK SPOILERS*** House Thrones’n’at was once again divided when it came to the penultimate episode of HBO’s “Game of Thrones” series. This week Cassie Nedelco, Tammy Painter and Patrick Varine discuss whether we buy into Daenerys...
Saint Vincent Summer Theatre kicks off season with ‘Forever Plaid’
Greggory Brandt knows the best way to follow a memorable 50th anniversary season is by offering an even more memorable 51st season. Brandt, producing artistic director for Saint Vincent Summer Theatre and director and professor of theater at Saint Vincent College, is ready to do just that as the equity...
The Lettermen at the return to Palace Theatre for romantic afternoonVideo
The Lettermen’s lineup has undergone significant changes over the years, with new faces replacing familiar ones as members of the pop vocal trio left for new opportunities and new guys came on board. Their trademark lettermen sweaters — once the symbol of their all-American cool signature style — eventually were...
Jeff Koon’s ‘Rabbit’ fetches record $91 million at Christie’s auction
NEW YORK — A stainless steel sculpture of a rabbit by Jeff Koons has set an auction record Wednesday in New York, fetching over $91 million. The sale of Pennsylvania native Koons’ 1986 “Rabbit” at Christie’s was the most expensive work by a living artist ever sold at auction. The...
Kenny Burrell’s journey goes from from jazz legend to GoFundMe appeal
The first question was why Kenny Burrell, the guitar master who recorded with John Coltrane and Aretha Franklin, and released many of his own albums during Blue Note’s golden age, found himself in such a crisis that his wife had to start a GoFundMe campaign. “It saddens and embarrasses me...
Metropolitan Museum says no more Sackler money, cites opioid links
The Metropolitan Museum of Art announced Wednesday that it will no longer accept donations from the Sackler family of philanthropists who built their fortune from the development and sale of opioids. The Met’s decision comes amid mounting criticism of the Sacklers’ role in the opioid crisis. Hundreds of cities, counties...
Former Met conductor’s company received $936K from opera in final season
NEW YORK — Records show conductor James Levine’s company received more than $936,755 from the Metropolitan Opera in his 47th and final season, a tenure cut short when he was fired as music director emeritus after an investigation found evidence of sexual abuse and harassment. The payments to Phramus were...
The Clarks releasing album with original and cover songs
The Clarks are releasing a new album Friday with their best original songs, deep tracks and covers of songs the band has played over the last 10 years. “Between Now and Then Volume 2” is available for presale now on the band’s website for $20. Copies can be purchased Friday...
Audience member calls 911 on comedian’s joke
Most everyone has a comedian they don’t find to be funny. And somehow almost all of them manage to not call the police. However, one guy who attended a recent comedy show at Off the Hook Comedy Club in Naples, Fla., wasn’t able to restrain himself. Yahoo News reports that...
Bushy Run hosts paranormal group, ghost hunt
Bushy Run Battlefield will hold a ghost tour from 9 p.m.-2 a.m. June 1, offering visitors a chance to experience the Penn Township historical site in a new way. Facility tour guides and a visiting paranormal group will lead the nighttime exploration of the battlefield and try to stir up...
