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U2 reschedules Berlin concert after Bono loses voice, cuts show short
U2 lead singer Bono is reassuring fans that he'll have his voice back for the rest of U2's European tour after ending a concert in Germany Saturday night, which they are rescheduling. In a statement posted Sunday to U2's website, Bono says that a doctor ...
Kitaro concerts in Iran canceled after U.S. nationals in the musician's group denied visas
Three sold-out Kitaro concerts in Iran have been canceled after six U.S. nationals in the New Age musician's group were refused visas, the organizer announced Thursday. "Due to current conditions, unfortunately it is not possible to have these honorable artists in Iran," the announcement said, ...
Kenny Rogers, Dolly Parton to team up one last time in Nashville concert
Country music star Kenny Rogers is planning to take a final bow with Dolly Parton in a Nashville concert celebrating his 60-year career. Rogers, 78, who is on the final stage of his world farewell tour, said on Tuesday he will be joined by Little ...
Japanese residents of Manchester shaken by terrorist attack
Japanese residents in Manchester, England, expressed shock that the deadly terrorist attack at a concert hall took place in a city known for welcoming different cultures. Aya Homei, a lecturer of Japanese studies at the University of Manchester, told The Japan Times on Wednesday that ...
Jumpin' Jack fever as 'Los Rolling' to rock Havana masses for free after Obama visit
The Rolling Stones announced Tuesday that the group will play a free concert in Havana on March 25, becoming the most famous act to play Cuba since its 1959 revolution. The Stones will play in Havana's Ciudad Deportiva three days after President Barack Obama visits ...
Enrique Iglesias recovering after drone slices fingers at Tijuana concert
Enrique Iglesias was recovering Sunday after some of his fingers were sliced when he grabbed a drone during a concert in Tijuana, Mexico. A representative for the singer said in a statement to The Associated Press that Iglesias was "semi-treated" after the accident at the ...
Singer brings peace message to U.N.
As pop star turned activist Shinji Harada performs around the world, including at a special United Nations concert this month in New York, he is reminded of the importance his hometown of Hiroshima plays as the nexus of a global peace movement 68 years ...
Eighty-seven women got sick and 41 were taken to the hospital Saturday evening after the pop group NEWS aborted an outdoor concert due to rain, the Tokyo Fire Department said Sunday. None of the women were found to be in serious condition. The all-male quartet kicked ...
Though you might be dreading July, with its sweltering heat and seasonal rain, the month makes up for it with a slew of exciting concerts. It's time to let loose — and pray the venues have air conditioning. Here's a selection of what July ...
June: Taicoclub, Tokyo Camp kick off festival season
Students are counting down the days till school lets out, while urban commuters are starting to sweat the impending heat. Summer is coming, and a sure sign of that is that music festivals are starting to kick up around the country. The month starts off ...
'Golden Voice' to sing for Togo
Tokyo, Miyagi Known as the "Golden Voice of Togo," singer King Mensah's dedication to his country has always been expressed through his artistic endeavors. He will perform for the first time in Japan next week on the occasion of Togo's independence day on Sunday. Mensah took ...
February: My Bloody Valentine returns
January featured a ton of great concerts across Japan, but February might be even better — hope your wallet isn't too thin this month. One of Tokyo's best shows this month also happens to be one you should get on right away. Apocalyptic rockers Swans ...
