Brad Arnold, lead singer of Grammy-nominated rock band 3 Doors Down, dies at 47Video
LOS ANGELES — Brad Arnold, the lead singer of the Grammy-nominated rock band 3 Doors Down, died Saturday, months after he announced that he had been diagnosed with Stage 4 kidney cancer. He was 47. The band said in a statement that Arnold “passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones,...
Lainey Wilson says she keeps getting asked if she is really marrying ex-Steelers QB
It has been nearly a year since Lainey Wilson and Devlin “Duck” Hodges got engaged at George Jones’ estate, and there’s still not a date set for the big day. And during a recent interview, Wilson admitted that Hodges has noticed. “I’ve got a lot to do … I’ve got...
Kid Rock to bring his ‘Freedom 250’ tour to Star Lake
Rap-rock musician Kid Rock will perform at the Pavillion at Star Lake with special guest Jon Pardi on his “Freedom 250: The Road to Nashville” tour this summer. The concert, which promises to be high-energy and include Kid Rock’s hit songs, will take place on Saturday, June 20. Kid Rock’s...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Feb. 6-8
It’s a busy weekend for sports fans, with both the Olympics and the Super Bowl filling up the schedule. But it’s a busy weekend in Pittsburgh too. Don’t forget to check out these events. Monster Jam This weekend, you won’t have to stay out on the frozen roads to see...
Dropkick Murphys guitarist Tim Brennan on St. Patrick’s Day tour, new ‘Citizen I.C.E.’ song and more
It may be a few more weeks until St. Patrick’s Day arrives on March 17, but when it comes to the Dropkick Murphys, it might feel like the band is celebrating the holiday year-round. “We bring a little bit of St. Patrick’s Day to wherever we are every night, I...
Former One Direction member Zayn bringing solo tour to Pittsburgh
Zayn is launching the biggest solo tour of his career, and it includes a stop in Pittsburgh. The former One Direction member is bringing “The Konnakol Tour” to PPG Paints Arena on July 20. His fifth solo album, “Konnakol,” will be released on April 17, and a new single, “Die...
Katatonia founder Jonas Renkse on Swedish metal band’s new chapter ahead of Pittsburgh showVideo
With the 2025 departure of co-founder Anders Nystrom after more than 30 years in the band, it feels like a new era for Katatonia, according to singer Jonas Renkse. Renkse, who co-founded Katatonia in 1991, said the Swedish melancholic metal band is moving forward. “Those things happen all the time,”...
Tim McGraw, Godsmack shows added to Star Lake calendar
Two more concerts have been added to the calendar at the Pavilion at Star Lake this summer, bringing the venue’s schedule up to 14 shows. Tim McGraw’s “Pawn Shop Guitar” tour will visit the Burgettstown venue on July 18 with support from 49 Winchester and Timothy Wayne. The tour, named...
Three Dog Night’s Chuck Negron, voice behind ‘Joy to the World,’ dies at 83
LOS ANGELES — Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits including “Joy to the World,” “One” and “An Old Fashioned Love Song” for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early ’70s, died Monday. He was...
Turning Point USA announces alternative Super Bowl halftime show, including Gabby Barrett
One of Pittsburgh’s own, the country singer Gabby Barrett, was announced as a performer in Turning Point USA’s “All-American Halftime Show” — a counterpoint to the Super Bowl halftime show Sunday night. The alternative halftime show will compete with Bad Bunny’s performance as part of the game, held at Levi’s...
Noah Kahan bringing ‘The Great Divide Tour’ to Pittsburgh’s PNC ParkVideo
Noah Kahan already has a Pittsburgh Pirates shirt from his last concert in the Pittsburgh area, so he’ll be right at home for his next show. Kahan, the folk-pop singer known for songs like “Stick Season” and “Hurt Somebody,” is making the jump from a sold-out show at the Pavilion...
Music’s biggest stars use the Grammys stage to protest Trump’s immigration crackdown
Entertainment’s awards season has coincided with the Trump administration’s mass deportation campaign in Minneapolis, forcing artists to decide whether and how to join the growing cultural revolt against immigration crackdowns. Pushback from music’s biggest stars was visible Sunday from the Grammys red carpet and throughout the telecast. Activists spent the...
Grammys host Trevor Noah takes aim at Nicki Minaj and Trump, drawing ire from the president
LOS ANGELES — Trevor Noah once again roamed through the audience during his monologue to open the Grammy Awards, taking pokes at the stars while standing right next to them, but he saved his most pointed jokes for absentees, and elicited an angry post from the president. ” Nicki Minaj...
Pittsburgh local music spotlight: Spitbite
Spitbite’s first seven-inch record is 100% local, from the recording (Very Tight Recordings in Sharpsburg) to the pressing (Hellbender Vinyl in Lawrenceville) to the artwork (two original paintings by local artist Adam C. Rousseau). The heavy rock band’s A-side is “Final Form,” which is dedicated to the band’s trans friends...
Bad Bunny wins album of the year at the 2026 Grammy Awards, a first for a Spanish-language album
LOS ANGELES — Bad Bunny won album of the year at the 2026 Grammy Awards for his critically-acclaimed “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” closing out a surprising and history-making night. It is the first time a Spanish-language album has taken home the top prize. “Puerto Rico, believe me when I tell...
DJ Pauly D brings a little Jersey Shore to Rivers Casino
Revelers lined up at Rivers Casino on Saturday night in their best club wear — with a generous sprinkling of “GTL” T-shirts thrown in. This wasn’t a typical night of partying; they were here to see a “Jersey Shore” legend. Paul “DJ Pauly D” DelVecchio reached the heights of international...
Pittsburgh local music releases for February 2026
February brings a few new albums and EPs, plus a 25th anniversary vinyl release in the Pittsburgh music scene. Here’s a look at those new local albums plus release shows scheduled for the Pittsburgh region in February: Radio 45 Power pop band Radio 45 is releasing a new single, “No...
Top February concerts for Pittsburgh: Dropkick Murphys, Rascal Flatts and more
After a relatively slow (but normal) January, the February concert schedule is getting to be a little more packed, including at least seven sold-out shows. Here’s a look at the top concerts coming to the Pittsburgh region in February. Top concerts Feb. 12: Dropkick Murphys, The Aggrolites, Haywire at Stage...
What to know about the 2026 Grammys
NEW YORK — Sunday’s Grammys mark a return to normalcy after the 2025 show was altered to focus on Los Angeles-area wildfire relief efforts. “I think we will see some history-making moments,” Recording Academy CEO and President Harvey Mason jr. told the Associated Press. “With artists being nominated in categories...
Ghost Hounds singer SAVNT on bringing country rock to Byham Theater for Pittsburgh charity show
The next Pittsburgh concert for Ghost Hounds will take place in quite a different environment than their last one. Last April, they played outside of Acrisure Stadium as part of the Monster Energy Supercross Fanfest. But on Feb. 7, the country rock band with local roots will perform at the...
Sweetwater Center for the Arts to celebrate Folk February with 2 musical performances
Sweetwater Center for the Arts is celebrating Folk February with two concerts celebrating folk and Americana music. Pittsburgh-based Buffalo Rose returns to Sweetwater for a three-peat performance Feb. 6. The band will bring its six-piece “Theater Kid Americana” sound, featuring strong vocal harmonies, mandolin and acoustic instrumentation in an energetic,...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Jan. 30-Feb. 1
Let’s not even talk about the weather. It’s time to put it on the back burner and shake off the cabin fever for a weekend of dancing, dining, competing and more. Whether you love the cold and want to get outside or stay indoors and toasty, Pittsburgh is your playground...
Bethel Park musician shows songwriting skills on debut release
Plenty of musicians do a fine job of entertaining audiences with takes on familiar songs. Then there are those who have the confidence to play their own compositions. Bethel Park resident Vince Russo — he goes professionally by Augustine, the middle name handed down to him by his father and...
Andrea Bocelli bringing ‘Romanzo’ world tour to Pittsburgh
Famed Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli’s “Romanzo” 30th anniversary world tour will visit Pittsburgh this winter. Bocelli will celebrate “Romanzo,” his 1997 breakthrough compilation album, in a Dec. 21 show at PPG Paints Arena. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Feb. 6 at ticketmaster.com. A presale for American Express card...
Arnold teen comes into own with starting, leading Valley pep band
The idea to start a pep band at Valley Jr.-Sr. High School had been on Samantha Potts’ mind for years. “I hated that once football season is over, I don’t get to do marching band,” said Potts, a junior at Valley. “I wanted to do more outside of school hours....
