Coming up in Atlanta: Arts festival and food eventATLANTA — An arts festival and a food and wine event are coming up in Atlanta this fall. Cuba condemns ’shameful threats against Colombian singer Juanes for concert plansHAVANA — Cuba is condemning threats made against Colombian pop singer Juanes, who plans to stage a “Peace Without Borders” concert next month in Havana’s Plaza of the Revolution. Judge approves deal for concert promoter to exhibit Michael Jackson memorabiliaLOS ANGELES — A judge has approved a deal between Michael Jackson’s estate and concert promoter AEG Live to exhibit the King of Pop’s memorabilia, over the objections of the singer’s mother. Michael Jackson’s nephew says uncle was perfectionist during hearing on memorabilia exhibitLOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson’s nephew says his uncle was a consummate perfectionist who was concerned about his legacy. Latin singer Juanes receives threats over plans to perform September concert in CubaKEY BISCAYNE, Fla. — Latin singer Juanes says he has received threatening internet messages since announcing he will play a concert in Cuba. Madonna gets warm birthday wishes from fans in Poland during concert tourWARSAW, Poland — Polish fans joined together in song to wish Madonna a happy birthday at a concert in Warsaw Saturday evening — just hours before she turned 51. Judge approves Michael Jackson film; will feature last rehearsals, preparationsLOS ANGELES —Audiences will get to see the King of Pop perform one more time after a judge approved a major movie deal. Judge approves deals for Jackson estate to create merchandising including calendars, coinLOS ANGELES — The King of Pop is coming to calendars and collectors’ coin cases after a judge approved several deals involving the singer’s estate. Jackson concerts insurance policy excluded payouts in case of ‘illicit taking of drugs’LOS ANGELES — The insurance taken out on Michael Jackson for his London concert series does not cover cancellations if the pop star was found to have illegally possessed drugs or was involved in the “illicit taking of drugs.” Aerosmith guitarist Perry says front man Tyler broke shoulder, has stitches in head after fallCHICAGO — Aerosmith lead singer Steven Tyler has a broken shoulder and stitches in his head after falling from the stage during a South Dakota concert, and the band plans to discuss what that means for the future of its current tour, guitarist Joe Perry said Friday. Aerosmith guitarist says current tour in question after Tyler fell off stage in SD concertSTURGIS, S.D. — Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry said Friday he doesn’t know if the band will keep its current tour going because of injuries lead singer Steven Tyler suffered when he fell off a stage. Barenboim’s Arab-Israeli orchestra gives concert for Jerusalem the ‘Arab cultural capital’GENEVA — Maestro Daniel Barenboim brought his troupe of young Arab and Israeli classical musicians to Geneva on Friday for a concert dedicated to the late Palestinian-American academic Edward Said and the contentious choice of Jerusalem as this year’s “Arab Cultural Capital.” Aerosmith postpones Friday concert after Steven Tyler’s fall from stage, injuries unclearConcertgoer: Steven Tyler was bleeding, holding shoulder after he tumbled from stageSTURGIS, S.D. — Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler suffered head, neck and shoulder injuries in a tumble from the stage at a South Dakota show, a concert spokesman said Thursday, and the audience thought it was part of his hipshaking act until he didn’t get up. Aerosmith postpones Winnipeg concert after singer Steven Tyler’s fall from stageSTURGIS, S.D. — Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler suffered head, neck and shoulder injuries in a tumble from the stage at a South Dakota show, a concert spokesman said Thursday, and the audience thought it was part of his hip-shaking act until he didn’t get up. Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler hurts head, neck shoulder in tumble at SD concert, taken to hospitalRAPID CITY, S.D. — Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler suffered head, neck and shoulder injuries in a tumble from the stage at a South Dakota concert and joked about the fall as he was loaded into the helicopter to be taken to a hospital, a concert spokesman said Thursday. Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler jokes about his tumble at South Dakota concert, taken to hospitalRAPID CITY, S.D. — Rock legend Steven Tyler of Aerosmith suffered head, neck and shoulder injuries in a tumble from the stage at a South Dakota concert and joked about the fall as he was put into the helicopter to be taken to a hospital, a concert spokesman said Thursday. Travel briefsLeaf-peeping in Iowa: Mississippi River, bridges of Madison County Leonard Cohen show to benefit Israel, Palestinian peace groups sells out in less than a dayReport: 1988 Michael Jackson concert worried East Germany’s Stasi secret policeBERLIN — A 1988 Michael Jackson concert in West Berlin prompted security concerns for East Germany’s Stasi secret police, according to historical files published Thursday. Pete Seeger marks his 90th birthday with an all-star concert tribute on ‘Great Performances’NEW YORK — Pete Seeger has never paid attention to demographics or audience segments. His message has always been about inconclusiveness as a performer. Billy Joel postpones 2nd upstate NY show after coming down with flu-like illnessALBANY, N.Y. — Billy Joel and Elton John have postponed a second upstate New York concert on their top-grossing tour after Joel fell ill with flu-like symptoms. Puerto Rico police to investigate claim of extortion try over nude pictures of Pablo MonteroSAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Authorities are investigating claims an exotic dancer tried to extort money from Mexican singer and actor Pablo Montero by threatening to release nude pictures of him, police said Thursday. ‘Star Wars in Concert’ tour to launch to Anaheim, Calif.Aretha, Springsteen to help Rock and Roll Hall of Fame celebrate anniversary with concertNEW YORK — The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has lined up many of its members for a blowout concert celebrating its 25th anniversary. La Belle Ville: Montreal, a city with European flair, minus the long flight and high euroMONTREAL — For a slice of Europe’s old world charm, cafe culture and epicurean delights, minus the long flight and tres grande euro costs, head to Montreal. The Canadian city — actually an island in the St. Lawrence River — has maintained the culture and language established here by the first French settlers in 1642, while adding some new world ingredients. Chris Owens, glittery chanteuse of New Orleans’ rowdy Bourbon Street, dances down the decadesNEW ORLEANS — The band kicks up the tempo, the crowd applauds and Chris Owens prances out on stage at her Bourbon Street night club, her black curls flying and sequined tights twinkling. Sony bids $50 million to produce hundreds of hours of footage from Jackson concert rehearsalsLOS ANGELES — Sony Corp.’s movie studio has bid $50 million to acquire the worldwide distribution rights to a film based on rehearsal footage for Michael Jackson’s “This Is It” comeback concert series, according to a person familiar with the bid. Farm Aid benefit concert will be in suburban St. LouisST. LOUIS — Farm Aid, the longest-running benefit concert in the U.S., will be Oct. 4 at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater in suburban St. Louis. Michael Jackson concert promotor may hold London tribute show to mark singer’s birthdayLONDON — The promoter of Michael Jackson’s London tour says he will decide this week whether to hold a concert in London to mark the pop star’s birthday at the end of August. Michael Jackson concert merchandise for sale on what would have been opening nightLOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson’s comeback concerts will never happen, but you can still get the T-shirt. Was Michael Jackson healthy or falling apart during his final days? Depends on who’s talkingLOS ANGELES — In his final days, Michael Jackson was robust and active. Or dangerously thin and frail. Begging for access to powerful prescription drugs. Or showing no signs of ever having used them. Carrie Underwood to headline concert for troops at Fort Campbell on Ky.-Tenn. line in AugustFORT CAMPBELL, Ky. — Carrie Underwood will headline a Salute to the Troops Concert next month at Fort Campbell. St. Louis offers number of events tied to All-Star GameMajor League Baseball and St. Louis organizers are working on plenty of events to be enjoyed by those who don’t have tickets to Tuesday’s All-Star Game. Here are a few highlights: St. Louis putting on best face for All-Star Game crowdsST. LOUIS — If you’ve got a ticket to next Tuesday’s baseball All-Star Game in St. Louis, you’re in luck. |