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'Idol' Contestant To Perform in Lakeland
Singer Jeremy Rosado, a recent competitor on the "American Idol" TV show will be a guest performer at Wednesday's annual meeting of United Way of Central Florida.
Music Articles
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The REVOLT Likes Having Cross-Genre Sound
The REVOLT prides itself on trying to create a sound all its own. The band calls itself a punk/fusion-power pop group, but it features a more eclectic mix of styles.
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Winter Haven's John D. Patterson Honored for Career in TV, Movies
It is one of the most memorable lines in advertising history: "It takes a licking and keeps on ticking." The commercials for Timex watches were ubiquitous on TV broadcasts starting in the 1950s. In each spot, Timex pitchman John Cameron Swayze...
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Hot Ticket: Carrie Underwood, Girl in a Coma, Pomegranates
Tickets for shows featuring Underwood and others go on sale this week.
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In Appreciation: Bee Gees Helped Define Disco
Their hits could fill an entire Saturday night, last until the first church bell rang on Sunday morning and provide a sweat-drenched workout on the dance floor that broke only for the slow numbers. Even more remarkable was that each classic gem of...
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BeeGees Member Robin Gibb Dies at 62
Robin Gibb, one of the three Bee Gees whose falsetto harmonies powered such hits as "Stayin' Alive" and "Night Fever" and defined the flashy disco era died Sunday, his representative said. He was 62.
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Donna Summer Was ‘Hot Stuff,' Indeed
Disco might have been an inherently silly genre, polyester style over organic substance, but Donna Summer flat-out owned the art form, trailblazing the way for scores of female pop stars who blend talent and sex appeal.
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Bok Tower Gardens Kicks Off Its Summer Entertainment Series
Imagine strolling among paths of fragrant flowers before sitting down to an elegant meal and an evening of live music. Bok Tower Gardens will present this opportunity monthly during its 11th annual Live at the Gardens Summer Music Series, held June...
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Lady Gaga Not Feeling Love in Far East; More Protests
MANILA, Philippines | Scores of Christian youths in the Philippines chanted “Stop the Lady Gaga concerts” at a rally Friday calling for the pop diva’s shows here to be canceled despite assurances from authorities that they...
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Terra Terra Terra Plan for Big Summer with New Album, Video
Terra Terra Terra is putting the final touches on its second album, "The Space We Create," which the band members hope has a more mainstream appeal.
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Disco Queen Donna Summer Dies
NEW YORK | Disco queen Donna Summer, whose pulsing anthems such as “Last Dance,” “Love to Love You Baby” and “Bad Girls” became the soundtrack for a glittery age of sex, drugs, dance and flashy clothes, has died.
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Don't Miss Jason Aldean at the Gary Amphitheatre
Country music star Jason Aldean with Luke Bryan.
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Don't Miss Metric at Hard Rock Live Orlando
This Canadian band has an indie rock sound.
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Don't Miss Hippiefest at Ruth Eckerd Hall
Tickets for these newly announced concerts are available this week.
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'The Music of Johnny Cash' Offers a New Take on Classics
The Music of Johnny Cash will be at the Polk Theatre on Friday night.
Music Events
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Event: Classic Albums Live: Led Zeppelin II at Lakeland Center Jenkins Arena, Thu, Jun 21 8:00p
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Event: Reactory Factory Live at Lake Mirror Center at Lake Mirror Center, Fri, Jul 6 10:00a
Kids can rock out with Reactory Factory Live at the Lake Mirror center in Lakeland. Reactory Factory performs kid's music that is fun, exciting and educational. Dan and Dr. Reacto will certainly get the kids groovin' with their cool beats and silly stage antics. Sponsored by the Lakeland Friends of
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Event: Jars of Clay in Concert, Lakeland at Polk Theatre, Fri, Jun 8 7:00p
Jars of Clay in concert. Also Featuring Jonny Diaz and Letters From Patmos. Will be at the Polk Theatre Friday June 8th at 7pm. Ticket info at: www.jarsofclay.com or 855-223-1008. Doors open @ 6:30 pm and multiple tickets are available.