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“Die Another Day” on her 2002 Bond theme accompanying the film of the same name.But it was more of a cheeky quip than any real acceptance of her own mortality. Back then and even two decades later, the indomitable diva seemingly felt as if she would outlive us all — and we did too.However, that collective gasp heard ’round the world late Wednesday afternoon — when we all found out that Madonna had been rushed to the hospital after being found unresponsive — was a wake-up call.According to an Instagram statement from her longtime manager, Guy Oseary, Madonna had “developed a serious bacterial infection which led to a several day stay in the ICU.” She was reportedly intubated for at least a night, but on Wednesday she was awake and recovering with the tube removed.At 64, we can no longer take Madonna for granted, folks.Time to rethink all those jokes about her plastic surgery, her age-inappropriate outfits and her bizarre Instagram filters.We should all be glad that Madonna is still here — and, in fact, was preparing for her “Celebration” tour, set to kick off July 15, that would commemorate her 40-year career.

Sparks that hasn’t already been expounded upon in great detail in Edgar Wright’s excellent Netflix documentary “The Sparks Brothers.”Yet, you haven’t really experienced Sparks until you’e caught them live.The Mael brothers — Russell is the buoyant 74-year-old frontman and Ron, the 77-year-old, deadpan keyboardist with an acidic sense of humor — rocked New York City’s Beacon Theatre with their no-frills, no-fat power pop for approximately 90 minutes on Tuesday, June 27.Their show, comprised of catchy hits “The Number One Song In Heaven” and “This Town Ain’t Big Enough For The Both Of Us,” as well as goofy crowd pleasers like “Balls” and “Beaver O’Lindy” and select tracks from their 2023 album “The Girl Is Crying In Her Latte” was exquisitely arranged; no moment felt extraneous.Of course, the six-piece band “started” with their hook-y piano confection “So May We Start” which set the tone; this would be a cheeky, self-referential evening.They maintained that ironic yet inspired high-wire act for the remainder of the gig (the song “Nothing Is as Good as They Say It Is” told from the perspective of a 22-hour-old baby that’s “seen it all” is an ace example), certainly an impressive feat for a group that’s been performing in some capacity since 1968.Plus, Ron’s stoic, mustachioed face behind the keys, only breaking when absolutely necessary, is one of music’s greatest running gags.More than anything though, Russell’s soaring Freddie Mercury-like pipes — why isn’t he fronting Queen instead of Adam Lambert for the group’s 2023 ‘Rhapsody Tour?’ — was reminiscent of the glam rock of the ’70s.At 74, he hasn’t lost a step and sounds just as powerful, unhinged and controlled as he does on Sparks’ 26 (!) studio records.That being said,

A Flock Of Seagulls is on tour from June this year until January 2024.As of now, the synth-heavy new wave band has 14 concerts lined up including gigs in Atlantic City, NJ’s Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino on July 15 and Westbury, NY’s The Space At Westbury on July 16.At the time of publication, tickets are available for all upcoming shows to see the band that was name checked in both “Pulp Fiction” and “Austin Powers.”Some are fairly cheap too — based on our findings, there are seats going for as low as $23 before fees on Vivid Seats.If you’re asking “does A Flock Of Seagulls have more songs under their belt than their massive single ‘I Ran?,'” the answer is, once again, a defiant yes.Over the past 40 years, the group has put out seven albums and has been active as of late.In 2021, they dropped “String Theory,” a compilation of orchestral songs that gives their futuristic sound a classical bent.Want to see what your favorite band from the MTV era sounds like live in 2023?Here’s everything you need to know and more about A Flock Of Seagulls’ tour.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and links to the cheapest tickets available for all upcoming A Flock Of Seagulls concerts can be found below.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time.

Def Leppard had not one but two albums that went diamond: 1983’s “Pyromania” and 1987’s “Hysteria.”But even while cranking out hits such as “Photograph,” “Pour Some Sugar on Me” and “Love Bites,” the British band had a rocky road through all that headbanging.In fact, while Def Leppard was crushing it on the charts, things came crashing down for them when drummer Rick Allen’s left arm was severed in a car accident on Dec. 31, 1984.“It was unimaginable,” writes lead singer Joe Elliott in the new book “Definitely: The Official Story of Def Leppard.” “For two or three hours, we assumed that Rick would have to leave the band.

Cyndi Lauper’s debut solo single, “Girls Just Want to Have Fun,” was flopping so badly that her record company had given up on it.But the singer and her then-manager and boyfriend, David Wolff, still believed in what would become her signature song. Given only two weeks to make the single a hit, Wolff came up with the idea for her to partner with wrestling legend Captain Lou Albano — who played Lauper’s father in the “Girls” video — to promote her music via the World Wrestling Federation, the precursor to today’s World Wrestling Enterprises.

Metallica, Tool and Queens of the Stone Age are mounting huge nationwide tours.Now you can add Danzig to that list.The legendary New Jersey-based rockers are touring all over North America from August to September.Along the way, they’ll stop into their home state for a huge gig at Atlantic City’s Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino Resort on Saturday, Sept. 9.At all 12 shows on the brief trek, the band will be commemorating their 1988 self-titled album “Danzig” which is celebrating its 35th anniversary.And, in case you were wondering, yes, that record includes their biggest hit “Mother.”Want tickets to see the metal icons live on what they’re calling the “only Danzig shows for the foreseeable future?”Luckily, you won’t need to break the bank.At the time of publication, the lowest price we found on tickets was $57 before fees on Vivid Seats.Tickets for most other shows start in that range as well.Still need more information before committing?We’ve got all the details you’re looking for and more blow.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and links to the cheapest tickets available can be found below.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time.

Diana Ross fans keeping them from seeing the singer live on her ongoing 2023 ‘Music Legacy Tour.’Ticket prices shouldn’t be a problem either.After review, our team found that seats for some shows to see the 79-year-old R&B legend were going for as low as $34 before fees on Vivid Seats.While tickets aren’t quite as cheap to see the former Supremes lead singer live in the Big Apple — prices start at $103 before fees for her Radio City Music Hall gig on June 29 — it’s hard to put a price tag on catching one of the 20th century’s greatest legends IRL.And as an added bonus, the show looks like a blast too judging from Ross’ recent Instagram posts highlighting her first few gigs on the summer run.Always had seeing the “I’m Coming Out” Rock and Roll Hall of Famer live on your bucket list?Here’s how you can catch her live before it’s too late this year.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete calendar including all 12 tour dates, venues and links to the cheapest tickets available for all upcoming Diana Ross shows can be found below.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time.

The Cure put on a career-spanning 2.5-hour concert.That’s a Taylor Swift length show.However, tickets don’t cost nearly as much to see the Rock and Roll Hall of Famers live this summer.While prices to see Swift typically hover above $1000, we found tickets to see Robert Smith and co. going for as low as $8 before fees (!) on Vivid Seats this summer.While that price tag is an outlier — tickets for most remaining shows on the run start in the $20 to $200 range — it does demonstrate that great deals to see the band live are out there.You just have to keep an eye out.Especially when the “Just Like Heaven” rockers drop into New York City’s Madison Square Garden from June 20-22.Over the course of the three-night MSG stay, prices start at $97 before fees but as we get closer to the mini-residency, things could certainly change.Who knows?You just might get to hear “Friday, I’m In Love,” “Close To Me,” “Boys Don’t Cry,” “In Between Days,” “Pictures of You” and so many more live for less than a beer.Want to know more about The Cure’s ‘Songs of a Lost World Tour?’Keep reading — we’ve got everything you need to know and more below.All prices listed above were found at the time of publication and are subject to fluctuation.A complete calendar of all remaining Cure tour dates, venues and links to the cheapest tickets available can be found below.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time.

Natalie Merchant is midway through her ongoing ‘Keep Your Courage Tour’ in support of her 2023 album that shares a name with the tour.However, if you want to hear Merchant’s rich vocals live in the Big Apple, you better act fast.The Jamestown, NY native has two concerts at New York City’s Alice Tully Hall on Friday, June 2 and Saturday, June 3.In the event that those shows are a bit too last-minute, you can catch Merchant live at Newark’s New Jersey Performing Arts Center on June 25.And should you wait to see the “Kind and Generous” singer in the Garden State, you can save big time.At the time of publication, ticket prices to see her live at NJPAC start at $58 before fees on Vivid Seats.$116 before fees is the lowest price for the Alice Tully Hall gigs.She’ll also perform at Chautauqua, NY’s Chautauqua Amphitheater on July 8.Not in NYC or NJ and want to catch the ’90s icon live this year?No need to worry — we’ve got all the information you’ll need about all remaining tour dates on Natalie Merchant’s ‘Keep Your Courage Tour’ below.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete calendar including all Natalie Merchant tour dates, venues and links to the cheapest tickets available can be found below.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time.

could’ve been a disaster.A rep for ’80s teen pop sensation Tiffany tells The Post she was driving on Interstate 65 in Nashville last week when a tire from a truck rolled across the highway, collided with her car, and got stuck under the driver’s side.“I’m extremely lucky and thankful because a major accident could have happened,” Tiffany, 51, told The Post in a statement Wednesday.It’s unclear if Tiffany — whose full name is Tiffany Darwish — sought medical attention.Her car is in rough shape, though. Her rep says the transmission is torn apart, there is front damage, and the side paneling was “ripped completely off.”The Post has contacted the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department for comment.

“Hollywood Dreams & Nightmares: The Robert Englund Story,” the 75-year-old actor spoke with Variety about hanging up his Freddy Krueger claws and envisioning the future of the “Nightmare on Elm Street” franchise.“I’m too old and thick to play Freddy now,” Englund explained. “I just can’t do fight scenes for more than one take anymore, I’ve got a bad neck and bad back and arthritis in my right wrist. So I have to hang it up, but I would love to cameo.”“Elm Street” premiered in 1984.

Debbie Gibson has done it all.She’s had number one hit singles, starred in multiple Broadway shows, competed on “Celebrity Apprentice” and even hosted the first Nickelodeon Kid’s Choice Awards way back in 1988.Those experiences don’t compare to touring for the ’80s icon though.“Nothin’ like live music!” she shared in a video on Instagram.And from May 25 through July 15, the 52-year-old Long Island native will share that passion with her fans all over North America when she returns to the road for her ‘The Body Remembers Encore Tour.’The quick ten-concert tour includes three New York stops.First, Gibson kicks off the run with two gigs at Niagara Falls’ Seneca Niagara Casino on May 25 and May 26.Then, a little later into the trek, Gibson and her backing band will drop into Middletown’s Paramount Theater on June 10.And if you need last-minute tickets to see Gibson belt her mega hits like “Lost In Your Eyes,” “Foolish Beat” and “Only In My Dreams” live, we’re here to help.As of now, tickets for all ten concerts are still available.Some are quite cheap too. At the time of publication, last-minute tickets for the May 26 Niagara Falls show were going for as low as $22 before fees on Vivid Seats.Want to grab tickets before it’s too late?Here’s everything you need to know and more about Debbie Gibson’s 2023 tour.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and cheapest tickets available for all upcoming performances can be found below.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time.

Stevie Nicks has a little more gas left in the tank.The two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee just announced that on top of her ongoing ‘Live In Concert’ solo tour and co-headlining trek with Billy Joel, she’s added 13 new tour dates to her calendar.“Thank you to everyone who’s come out to see us so far,” the 74-year-old shared on Instagram. “I’ve been having such a great time on the road … I hope I see you out there!”And if you want to see Nicks in New York, you’re in luck because she’ll be making two stops in the state this fall.First, she’s set to headline at NYC’s Madison Square Garden on Sunday, Oct.

Cruel World Festival.For just one day, ’80s icons like Iggy Pop, Billy Idol, Siouxsie, The Human League and Echo and the Bunnymen will drop into the Brookside Golf Club for a day of nostalgia-filled jams.Those five headliners won’t be the only acts gracing the Brookside stages either.Adam Ant, Animotion, Gary Numan, Gang of Four and Modern English will be there too.All in all, 24 huge acts are set to perform at the one-day event.Need tickets?We’re here to help.Our team found general admission single-day passes going for as low as $198 before fees on Vivid Seats.That’s a steal considering you’ll get to see two dozen (!) living legends all on a single weekend day.Want to go?Here’s everything you need to know and more about the 2023 Cruel World Festival.All ticket prices are subject to fluctuation.As noted earlier, General Admission passes start at $198 before fees.However, if you’re looking for a more exclusive experience, you can find General Admission Plus, VIP and Clubhouse tickets as well here.Wondering who else is on the bill?You can find Cruel World’s complete 24-artist lineup right here, right now.Cruel World isn’t the only mega festival hitting the circuit this year.Here are just five multi-day extravaganzas we can’t wait for these next few months.Need more ’80s in your life? We suggest checking out our list of the 107 biggest ’80s stars on tour in 2023 to scratch that itch.

Kool and the Gang, celebrating their 60th anniversary in 2024, are heading out on a quick 15-concert tour that will take them to venues all over North America from May through October 2024.That includes a stop in both New York and New Jersey for the “Jungle Boogie” legends.On Friday, May 12 they’ll “Get Down On It” at Westbury, NY’s NYCB Theatre.Two months later, Kool and The Gang will celebrate “Ladies Night” at Atlantic City, NJ’s Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino on July 21.Best of all, ticket prices to see the Grammy-winning group live are shockingly cheap.At the time of publication, we found some seats going for as low as $30 before fees on Vivid Seats.Now that’s cause for “Celebration.”Want to catch the iconic group live?Here’s everything you need to know about Kool and the Gang’s upcoming 2023-24 tour and more.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuationA complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and links to the cheapest tickets available can be found below.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time.

Anita Baker embarked on a sprawling Farewell Tour all over North America.It seemed like she had officially retired from performing.Thankfully, just four short years later, the eight-time Grammy winner is back on the road for her upcoming 12-concert ‘The Songstress Tour.’This time around, she’ll be hitting Newark, NJ’s Prudential Center on May 10, Long Island, NY’s UBS Arena on May 12 and Atlantic City, NJ’s Hard Rock Hotel and Casino on Nov. 24.And if you want to see the “Sweet Love” singer live, you can still scoop up affordable last-minute tickets.How affordable?Well, at the time of publication, we found some tickets going for as low as $33 before fees on Vivid Seats.Now, that’s a bargain.Want to see the timeless, now un-retired “Sweet Love” singer live on tour?Here’s everything you need to know about ‘The Songstress Tour’ and more.A complete (Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time.

Tapehead City — noticed that Urban Outfitters had devoted a section to cassettes and their players, he knew that a new generation was getting into the Walkman groove. “The younger kids are getting into cassettes for sure,” Kaplan, 41, told The Post. “Especially with these bigger pop artists like Taylor Swift selling crazy amounts of tapes.

the ’80s were over 30 years ago.Sorry for the reminder.Still, the decade’s lasting impact lives on as evidenced by pop star Rick Springfield’s just-announced ‘I Want My ’80s Tour’ set to take place from July through September this year, which includes a show at Atlantic City’s Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino on Aug.

Modest Mouse appears to have officially taken on legacy-act status this year, as they prepare to hit the road with Frank Black’s Pixies on a string of dates across the U.S. in August and September, supported by Cat Power across all 19 shows, including a stop at the Stone Pony Summerstage in Asbury Park on Aug. 20, and two consecutive nights at Pier 17 in NYC on Aug.

“Pretty in Pink” and “Sixteen Candles,” Molly Ringwald was the poster girl of ’80s teen cinema.But four decades later, Ringwald, 55, can’t even watch 1985’s “The Breakfast Club” with her own teenage daughter — Adele, 13 — because of its sexist tropes.“She’s very liberal. I mean, I’m very liberal, but she’s another level,” Ringwald told The Guardian.

“Flashdance … What a Feeling” performed by the late Irene Cara.“People would come out of that movie and be leaping and dancing and laughing and, you know, their cares would have been taken away for a couple of hours,” said Durga McBroom, who played Heels, one of Alex’s stripper besties at the fictional Mawby’s Bar. “It’s just a real feel-good movie [that] makes no sense,” she continued.

“This Bird Has Flown,” follows singer Jane Start, a one-hit wonder who found fame in her early 20s but is now forced to play bachelor parties in Las Vegas to make ends meet. There’s a rom-com element, as well, as Jane falls in love with a dashing Brit.

Cheap Trick put out “Dream Police” in 1979 and “I Want You To Want Me” in 1982 but you wouldn’t know because the both tracks are just as vital and urgent as the day they first hit the airwaves.Thankfully, fans can hear the band’s classic tunes live this year when Robin Zander, Rick Nielsen and Tom Petersson tour from April through September.While on the road, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famers will bring all the hits to both New York and New Jersey.Their first stop will be at Morristown, NJ’s Mayo Performing Arts Center on May 17.Following that gig, the trio hits Westbury, NY’s NYCB Theatre on May 18 and Atlantic City, NJ’s Sound Waves at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino on May 20.Finally, they’ll play Waterloo, NY’s The Vine at Del Lago Resort and Casino on May 26.And for some shows, seeing the hitmakers live can be a cheap trick — you can see Cheap Trick (with Rod Stewart!) for just $22 before fees on Vivid Seats.Want to go to a show?Here’s everything you need to know and more.All prices listed above were found at the time of publication and are subject to fluctuation.A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and links to the cheapest tickets available can be found below.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time.

Tears For Fears live.If you find yourself in the latter camp, today is your lucky day.The best-selling ’80s synth pop duo is returning to venues all over North America for ‘The Tipping Point Tour Part II’ in support of their 2022 album of the same name from June through August.Over the course of the 22-concert trek, Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith will drop into several New York and New Jersey venues.First up, they’ll kick off their summer journey at Atlantic City’s Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino on June 23.After that, the “Head Over Heels” singers will perform at New York City’s Madison Square Garden on June 26, Saratoga Springs, NY’s Saratoga Performing Arts Center on July 2 and Bethel, NY’s Bethel Woods Center For The Arts on July 5.Need tickets today? No need to “Shout.” We’re here to help you out.Although inventory isn’t available on Ticketmaster until Friday, April 7, fans who want to ensure they have tickets ahead of time can purchase on sites like Vivid Seats before tickets are officially on sale.Vivid Seats is a secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.They have a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and will be delivered before the event.On all dates, Tears For Fears will be joined by special guest opening act Cold War Kids known for their catchy alt-rock hits like “Hang Me Up To Dry,” “First” and “Love Is Mystical.”A complete calendar including all ‘Tipping Point II’ tour dates, venues and links to buy tickets can be found below.Fans hoping to hear hits from the group’s breakout album “Songs From The Big Chair” will likely walk away from the show of their choosing with a big smile on their

was sold at auction for $15,300.It was famously struck by an upside-down Tina Turner — who used her feet to bang it — when she was a guest video jockey on the network in 1986.The Paiste steel-hammered lot has the iconic MTV logo emblazoned on its front.It is believed to be one of two gongs made for the 24-hour cable channel, the first solely dedicated to music when it launched in the Big Apple in 1981.The iconic piece of MTV history was sold by Bonhams, a privately owned international auction house, as part of its online music auction, which ended Friday afternoon. Among the other memorabilia included in the sale was a black Texas Hatters Hi-Roller hat worn by Lynyrd Skynyrd frontman Ronnie Van Zant in 1976, the year before he, two bandmates, a road manager and two pilots tragically died in a plane crash in Mississippi.

Sting is on the road.The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer has 11 shows all over North America from April through September this year.On the first leg of the run, the “Fields Of Gold” singer will perform six shows at Las Vegas’ Caesars Palace.Months later, he’ll wrap up his quick jaunt in the northeast at Atlantic City’s Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino on Sept. 3.Most importantly, reasonably-priced tickets are available.At the time of publication, we found some seats going for as low as $63 before fees on Vivid Seats.Will the former Police frontman play hits like “Roxanne,” “Don’t Stand So Close To Me” and “Every Breath You Take” at the show of your choosing?We can’t say for certain but we do know the best way to find out is live.Now here’s everything you need to know about Sting’s brief 2023 U.S.

Diana Ross is taking off an eight-show ‘Music Legacy Tour’ from May 5 through July 1.“I’m coming home to the US to sing hit after hit from my solo career and my time with The Supremes,” Ross shared on Instagram.

Heart makes perfect singalong music.From the powerful “Barracuda” to the emotional “Alone” to the sensual “Magic Man,” Nancy and Anna Wilson delivered hits that aren’t just for headphones.No, Heart’s music is meant to be belted loudly in cars and at concerts.This summer, you can do just that.Starting June 9, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Nancy Wilson will play six huge shows all over North America performing Heart hits you know and love as well as a handful of classic rock covers.Along the way, she’s coming to the northeast.On June 16, Wilson is dropping into Atlantic City’s Sound Waves at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino.Two days later, Wilson will land at Bethlehem, PA’s Wind Creek Event Center.Want to hear “Crazy On You,” “Even It Up,” “These Dreams” and more live?Here’s everything you need to know about how to make that happen.A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and show start times can be found below.More of an Ann Wilson fan? She’s also performing this year. You can find her 2023 tour calendar here.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time.

Jeff Goldblum may be coming to a city near you soon.The beloved character actor is taking off on a four-show tour that will send him all over North America from March through July.And one of those shows is in the Big Apple.On March 28, “The Fly” actor will buzz into New York City’s Town Hall for one night only.At all shows, Goldblum and the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra will perform tracks from the actor’s latest jazz record “Plays Well With Others.”They’ll be joined by special guest vocalist Mattiel Brown at the Town Hall gig.Need last-minute tickets?You can still grab them for reasonable prices.In fact, some are going for as low as $26 before fees on Vivid Seats for the Los Angeles concert.Now that’s a great price to see the man from “Independence Day,” “Thor: Ragnarok” and “Grand Budapest Hotel” live.Want to go?Here’s everything you need to know about Goldblum’s tour.All prices are subject to fluctuation.A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and links to the cheapest tickets available for each show can be found below.Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time.

Foreigner is staging their ‘Historic Farewell Tour’ with Loverboy from March 24 all the way to Sept. 30.66 more shows and then the “I Want To Know What Love Is” hot blooded classic rockers are hanging it up for good.Before they’re gone though, fans will have the opportunity to catch Mick Jones and co. live in NY (where they got their start!) and NJ.On July 28, Foreigner will swoop into Darien Center, NY’s Darien Lake Amphitheater.After that, they’ll bring “Cold As Ice” and all their other massive hits to Saratoga Springs, NY’s Saratoga Performing Arts Center on Aug.