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May 4, 2006 

Leo Nocentelli (AP Photo)
New Orleans Musicians Homeward Bound

When George Porter Jr. finishes a late-night gig here, he can rarely muster the energy to make the lonely drive to his post-Hurricane Katrina refuge 60 miles west.


House Of Blues To Open In Seattle 2007

A new House of Blues Club venue will open in Seattle, according to a preliminary deal between the entertainment giant and the Seattle Theatre, that calls for a new club adjacent to the historic Paramount Theatre.

DAVE LUCAS
Live-360
Dave Lucas has returned to his roots as an independent concert promoter with the founding of Live-360 in January 2005.
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Palooza Papers (AP Photo)
Lollapalooza Rolls Into Trouble

A innocently-intentioned publicity stunt has turned into a press fiasco for the organizers of this summer’s Lollapalooza.


Live Nation Adds New Stage At Jamboree In The Hills

Live Nation is currently demolishing the aging wooden stage at the Jamboree In The Hills site, and will be replacing it with a brand new, modern steel structure in time for this summer’s festival.


Franz Ferdinand
Franz Ferdinand Turn Down £30M Ad Campaign

Scottish rockers Franz Ferdinand have turned down the opportunity to take part in a £30 million advertising campaign.


The House Concert
But they weren't saving the best for last. The whole show was the best.
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Rolling Stone Celebrates 1,000 Issues In Grand Style

Rolling Stone magazine celebrates its 1,000th issue this week with a burst of rock ’n’ roll excess: a glitzy Manhattan party.


My Morning Jacket
My Morning Jacket To Play With Boston Pops

Rock band My Morning Jacket will be joining forces with the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra this summer for the outdoor “Pop’s on The Edge” series by the Charles River on June 21 and 22.


Sidney Seidenberg
Manager Sidney Seidenberg Dead At 81

Sidney Seidenberg, a personal manager for more than 45 years has died.

British Singer Sneaks Up Chart

Natasha Bedingfield's unpretentious lyrics and persona have been winning her fans on both sides of the Atlantic More...



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O2 World
AEG And O2 Germany Partner For Berlin Arena

AEG and O2 Germany have announced a 15-year comprehensive strategic partnership for the planning and implementation of O2 World, a modern, multi-purpose 17,000-capacity arena.

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03/18/06RBD Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum - Los Angeles, CA Roptus, Inc. 1/0 3,165,150 63,007 70,000 90% $100.00
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03/16/06Billy Joel Verizon Center - Washington, DC Live Nation 2/2 2,901,188 34,535 34,535 100% $89.50
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Artist: The Big Wu
Available: 2006-04-28
Company: The Agency Group
Contact: Jordan Burger
Phone: 212-581-3100
Fax: 212-581-0015
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Artist: The Gin Blossoms
Available: 2006-04-28
Company: The Agency Group
Contact: Steve Martin
Phone: 212-581-3100
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Artist: Cowboy Junkies
Available: 2006-04-28
Company: Monterey Peninsula Artists/Paradigm
Contact: Chip Hooper
Phone: 831-375-4889
Fax: 831-375-2623
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Artist: Bobby Goldsboro
Available: 2006-04-28
Company: Jim Stephany Management
Contact: Jim Stephany
Phone: 615-228-5638
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Artist: Pat Metheny + Brad Mehldau w/ Larry Grenadier & Jeff Ballard
Available: 2006-05-01
Company: Ted Kurland Associates
Contact: Ted Kurland
Phone: 617-254-0007
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Artist: Larry Gatlin
Available: 2006-05-02
Company: The Bobby Roberts Company
Contact: Lance Roberts
Phone: 615-859-8899
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Artist: Pam Tillis
Available: 2006-05-02
Company: The Bobby Roberts Company
Contact: Bobby Roberts
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Artist: Sammy Kershaw
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Company: The Bobby Roberts Company
Contact: Bobby Roberts
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Artist: Maria Schneider Orchestra
Available: 2006-05-03
Company: Ted Kurland Associates
Contact: Sean Greene
Phone: 617-254-0007
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Artist: Kevin Nealon & SNL Package
Available: 2006-05-04
Company: Gersh Agency
Contact: Bob Gersh
Phone: 310-205-5810
Fax: 310-274-3923
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Artist: Sister Sledge with Joni & Debbie Sledge
Available: 2006-05-04
Company: Lustig Talent Enterprises
Contact: Richard Lustig
Phone: 407-816-8960
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Artist: Johnny Rivers
Available: 2006-05-04
Company: Top Secret Sounds
Contact: Walter Stewart
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