Drake, Alt-J & The Strokes to Headline the First-Ever Landmark Music Festival to Restore the National Mall

By James Pleasant Drake, Alt-J, The Strokes and several other notable musicians are scheduled to play at the inaugural Landmark Music Festival at Washington, D.C.’s West Potomac Park on September 26-27 to raise funds and awareness for the restoration of … Continue reading

Johnny Depp, members of The Black Keys and The Strokes perform at Petty Fest for Sweet Relief

By Laura Ferreiro An impressive array of stars including Johnny Depp and members of The Strokes, The Black Keys and Kings of Leon came out to perform at a massive benefit concert last week to support Sweet Relief, the non-profit … Continue reading

Star-studded Petty Fest to benefit ailing musicians

By Hilary Gridley “American Girl.” “Mary Jane’s Last Dance.” “Free Fallin’.” Tom Petty’s instantly recognizable hits have soundtracked unforgettable nights with friends around the world for rock stars and rock fans alike. On October 24, New Yorkers will have the … Continue reading

Members of Arcade Fire and The Strokes battle it out on the basketball court for charity

By Allison Rivers Arcade Fire frontman Win Butler and The Strokes’ bassist Nikolai Fraiture are preparing to battle it out on the basketball court for charity. The second annual POP vs. Jock charity basketball game will take place September 22 … Continue reading