National economy affects Casper shows Oct 18, 2008
Both country music singer Gretchen Wilson and Nickelodeon's Backyardigan's Live ... Gretchen Wilson was lined-up for Nov. 22 and ticket sales hadn't opened. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Casper briefs Oct 15, 2008
Events Center hosts Gretchen Wilson. Award-winning country star Gretchen Wilson will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 22 at the Casper Events Center with guest Keith Anderson, according to a release. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Second Annual 'CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute' From Hollywood's Kodak Theatre to Air Thanksgiving Night Oct 10, 2008
Celebrities who have participated in this year's initiative through interviews about their own heroes include: Mark Cuban, Dana Delany, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, Wynton Marsalis, Shaquille O'Neal, Susan Sarandon and Gretchen Wilson. The segments will air weekly through the Thanksgiving weekend. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
DeGarmo at Underground Oct 6, 2008
She co-wrote the song with John Rich and Vicky McGehee (who has worked with Gretchen Wilson). Snellville s own and season three runner up started doing gigs at age 5 and said she had sung many times pre- Idol at Underground, sweating it out in Kenny s Alley. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Second Cup Cafe: James Otto Oct 4, 2008
Country Music Newcomer ward Nominee Performs Songs From His Album, "Sunset Man". NEW YORK, Oct. 4, 2008. (CBS News -- Early Show)
More of this story Oct 4, 2008
If you're into country music, then Dec. 11 is your night to enjoy Gretchen Wilson. Club Nokia, 800 W. Olympic Blvd., (213) 763-5483 or. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Brooks & Dunn, Paisley top American country awards Oct 3, 2008
Keith Urban was top male vocalist for a second year and Sara Evans, up against Underwood, Martina McBride, Gretchen Wilson and Lee Ann Womack, captured her first ACM award, for top female vocalist. "I've waited for this my whole life," she said. (Xinhuanet, China -- Entertainment)
General Releases Oct 3, 2008
University of Missouri Official Athletic Site - Missouri Athletics. - Statewide Outreach Hits Northern Missouri - Mizzou Athletics to Hold National Anthem Tryouts - Statewide Outreach Program Continues With Tour of Mid-Missouri - 2008 Beijing Olympians - 2008 TSF Donor Football Parking Information - Mizzou Finishes No. 38 In U.S. Sports Academy Directors' Cup Standings - From the Desk of Mike Alden: Statewide Outreach - Missouri Media Relations Office Receives Top Honors - Mizzou Football Ad... (Mutigers.com)
SingStar Pop Vol. 2 Released Sep 24, 2008
SingStar Country will make its PlayStation 2 debut with a strong line-up of songs from today's newest and hottest country artists including Kenny Chesney, Gretchen Wilson, Kellie Pickler and many others. SingStar Legends also will take center stage with a mix of celebrated artists including Tina Turner, Marvin Gaye and Nirvana. (IGN PS2)
SingStar Country Takes Center Stage on the PlayStation 2 System This October Sep 12, 2008
The new edition of the multi-million selling franchise features Brad Paisley, Gretchen Wilson and Alan Jackson on the cover ... As a result, SingStar Country will be the first title in the franchise to feature artists on the cover, including popular Sony BMG Nashville country stars Brad Paisley, Gretchen Wilson and Alan Jackson. (IGN PS2)
Fall music: 12 candidates for swift career transition Sep 12, 2008
Many other projects originally scheduled for the fall have been bumped to 2009, however, including albums India Arie, Dashboard Confessional, Diddy, Dr. Dre, Franz Ferdinand, Goo Goo Dolls, Whitney Houston, R. Kelly, Courtney Love, Rob Thomas, U2 and Gretchen Wilson. RELEASES OUT EARLIER THIS MONTH. (USA Today -- Life)
SingStar Set Lists Sep 9, 2008
Gretchen Wilson - "Red Neck Woman" ... Brad Paisley, Gretchen Wilson and Alan Jackson will be getting the big time treatment. (IGN PS2)
Joan Vennochi: Sarah Palin's song and dance Sep 7, 2008
She could have been singing along to Gretchen Wilson's "Redneck Woman" - "Some people look down on me, but I don't give a rip. I'll stand barefooted in my own front yard with a baby on my hip." ... But during the Democratic primary season, Clinton also wooed Gretchen Wilson territory and went after Loretta Lynn's "Coal Miner's Daughter" - along with their men. (Boston Globe)
Toll collectors garb... Ron Paul... Gretchen Wilson, et al. Sep 2, 2008
Gretchen Wilson, et al. ... Some of the stars expected to perform or just hang out in St. Paul this week: Gretchen Wilson, Sammy Hagar, LeAnn Rimes, Charlie Daniels, and former "American Idols" Carry Underwood and Chris Daughtry. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Convention Daybook: Events for Tuesday Sep 2, 2008
Texas Honky Tonk ATturing Gretchen Wilson, John Rich, Cowboy Troy; Ticketed. 5-8 p.m.; Trocaderos, 107 Third Ave. North, Minneapolis; Contact unavailable. (Roll Call)
GOP to have its share of stars, too Aug 30, 2008
Among other celebrities expected to be present are the Beach Boys -- who will be headlining a concert of their own Monday -- Gretchen Wilson and Sammy Hagar. However, one of the 's biggest celebrity names, California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, may not make the trip. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Country Music Star John Rich to Perform 'Raisin' McCain' at Republican National Convention Aug 29, 2008
In addition to his performance of the rock-infused anthem, Rich is also slated to perform "Our America" with Gretchen Wilson and Cowboy Troy at the Convention on Sept. 3 ... PERFORMANCE DETAILS: Saturday, August 30th Road to the Convention Rally with Senator John McCain and Cindy McCain Consol Energy Park 1 Washington Federal Way Washington, PA Doors open: 3:00 p.m. Sunday, August 31st Road to the Convention Rally with Senator John McCain and Cindy McCain T.R. Hughes Ballpark 900 T.R. Hughes... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The iTunes Primary: No Contest Aug 29, 2008
The rest of the lineup for the Republican convention is a little washed up: Sammy Hagar, Gretchen Wilson, Styx, Smashmouth, the Beach Boys, Cowboy Troy, the Bellamy Brothers, Robert Earl Keen and LeAnn Rimes. Some organizers who had great success at the DNC are having no luck booking their RNC event. (Time.com)
A Backstage View Aug 25, 2008
On the plus side, he's seen Clint Black without his hat, he's posed next to Gretchen Wilson and he's watched Eli Manning have a good time backstage at a Kenny Chesney concert. All those brushes with fame fall under the category of "no big deal," but - no matter what happened at Crosstown - he's still capable of getting star-struck. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Entertaining the Elephants Aug 25, 2008
San Antonio-based will be one of the most active national firms, sponsoring at least 13 events in the Twin Cities throughout the week, including a Salute to the at the Fine Line Music Cafe on Aug. 31 and a Texas Honky Tonk event featuring country music stars Gretchen Wilson, John Rich and Cowboy Troy at Trocaderos on Sept. 2. jvomhof@bizjournals. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Conventions up wattage with celebrity star power Aug 25, 2008
Next week in St Paul and Minneapolis, the Republican National Convention will have its own stars aligning behind their nominee, John McCain - including the Beach Boys, Sammy Hagar, Gretchen Wilson, Charlie Daniels and John Rich, who's even written a song called "Raisin McCain" ... The Beach Boys, Sammy Hagar, Gretchen Wilson, Charlie Daniels, John Rich, Smash Mouth, LeeAnn Rimes, Bellamy Brothers, Jack Ingram, Robert Earl Keen. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Party time! Delegates face the music Aug 23, 2008
Theres also former Van Halen front man Sammy Hagar and country stars Gretchen Wilson, Cowboy Troy and John Rich. In Denver, where Democrats are holding their convention a week earlier, the schedule is decidedly edgier. (MSNBC -- Politics)
You know she's a redneck if... Aug 22, 2008
Self-proclaimed "Redneck Woman" Gretchen Wilson has a show at South Shore Music Circus tonight, and last we checked, seats were still available. You can look forward to a performance of her new single "Don't Do Me No Good." If you're busy tonight, she's at the Cape Cod Melody Tent tomorrow and at the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom on Sunday. (Boston Globe)
Out & About: A Super Happy weekend (with Gretchen Wilson) Aug 22, 2008
Out : A Super Happy weekend (with Gretchen Wilson) ... Gretchen Wilson is here for the party on Sunday ... I have "Redneck Woman" running through my head just from writing "Gretchen Wilson at Casino Ballroom." Her visit will end the weekend but there's plenty else to do including many more music events, some gardening and the Twilight Auction for AIDSResponse-Seacoast. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
COLUMN: Big festival can bring thousands to small communities Aug 11, 2008
What would you think of bringing in performers like Jo Dee Messina, Trisha Yearwood, Randy Travis, Gretchen Wilson, Charley Pride, Carrie Underwood, Merle Haggard, SheDaisy, Sawyer Brown, Travis Tritt, Lonestar, Clint Black, Brad Paisley, Pam Tillis, Martina McBride, Sammy Kershaw, Sara Evans, Charlie Daniels, Kenny Chesney, Reba McEntire, Toby Keith, Bill Engvall, Tanya Tucker, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Louise Mandrell, Kentucky Headhunters, Marshall Tucker, Lee Greenwood, Diamond Rio, Nitty... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Who'll be singing with the King this Christmas? Aug 8, 2008
The new album will also feature Martina McBride, Gretchen Wilson, Wynonna Judd, Sara Evans, Amy Grant and Anne Murray. Gospel quartet, The Jordanaires, who used to work with Presley have been brought back to re-record their parts. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Let’s ditch the duets Aug 8, 2008
It would be one thing if we were talking about classic duets Presley recorded while he was still alive that were being repackaged in time for the holiday season, but no. This is Carrie Underwood, Gretchen Wilson and Amy Grant slaughtering his classics. It inspires in me a 1980s horror film fantasy, where these artists stand over Elvis grave, gyrating their hips in a mocking fashion and taunting him to rise from the dead with their every utterance. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Rock Music Menu: Robert Hazard: Local legend is lost Aug 8, 2008
Did you ever hear a brand new song on the radio and think "Hey -- I've heard that song before?" You're not alone; The Black Crowes got a similar feeling last week about a Gretchen Wilson tune. The Southern rockers claim the country star nicked their 1990 hit "Jealous Again" for her song "Work Hard, Play Harder," currently all over the "We Know Drama" network, TNT, in a two and a half minute promo ad for the show "Saving Grace." Lawyers for the band have served Wilson, her label, publishing... (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Country Stars Duet With Elvis For Holiday Album Aug 7, 2008
The new album, due Oct. 14, will also feature Gretchen Wilson, Wynonna Judd, Sara Evans, Amy Grant and Anne Murray. Sony BMG is releasing the disc in partnership with Elvis Presley Enterprises Inc. They say it's the late icon's first duets album and the first Christmas compilation of its kind. (Billboard.com)
Sarah Brightman, Lisa Marie Presley, Steven Tyler Aug 7, 2008
Thanks to technology, Carrie Underwood, Martina McBride and LeAnn Rimes will be among the country stars performing with the king of rock 'n' roll on "Elvis Presley Christmas Duets." The new album, due Oct. 14, will also feature Gretchen Wilson, Wynonna Judd, Sara Evans, Amy Grant and Anne Murray. Sony BMG is releasing the disc in partnership with Elvis Presley Enterprises. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Green Spray was damaged in a fire Feb. 13, 2007. Shown above, workers prepare the grocery store for repairs. Aug 5, 2008
Gretchen Wilson performed at the Choctaw Event Center Saturday night. The Little Big Iron Band performed and opened for Wilson. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Sony BMG Music Entertainment Announces the Release of 'Elvis Presley Christmas Duets' CD Available October 14, 2008 Aug 5, 2008
The CD will feature many of today's biggest country artists, including Carrie Underwood, Martina McBride, Gretchen Wilson, Sarah Evans and LeAnn Rimes singing classic Elvis holiday songs with Elvis Presley ... Partial track listing (not in sequence): "I'll Be Home For Christmas" with Carrie Underwood "Blue Christmas" with Martina McBride "Here Comes Santa Claus" with LeAnn Rimes "Silent Night" with Sara Evans "Merry Christmas Baby" with Gretchen Wilson "Silver Bells" with Anne Murray "White... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Green, Peck appearing at Michigan International Aug 2, 2008
Peck is one of only a handful of new female country artists, including Carrie Underwood and Gretchen Wilson, in the last three years to have her single "I Don't" enter the Top 15. She wrote her current single, "Isn't That Everything," which is currently playing nationwide. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Charlie Daniels Promises 'High-Energy Show' With 'Lots of Variety' Jul 31, 2008
Daniels newest recording, "Deuces," released last fall, pairs him with a number of Nashville's most recognizable artists - Travis Tritt, Gretchen Wilson, Vince Gill, Dolly Parton, Brooks and Dunn, and Brad Paisley, among others ... "You should never, never, never give up on a dream," he told graduates, which included famed country singer Gretchen Wilson. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
ABC Invites You to Summer's Hottest Music Event, 'CMA Music Festival: Country's Night To Rock' Jul 18, 2008
Trace Adkins, Rodney Atkins, Bucky Covington, Billy Ray Cyrus, Faith Hill, Julianne Hough, Alan Jackson, Jewel, Miranda Lambert, Kellie Pickler, Rascal Flatts, Sugarland, Taylor Swift, Josh Turner, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Gretchen Wilson and Dwight Yoakam Perform ... Filmed in Nashville June 5-8, the special features performances by some of today's most exciting Country Music sensations in a four-day party and music celebration: Trace Adkins, Rodney Atkins, Bucky Covington, Billy Ray... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
If you went to the fair, how was it? Jul 15, 2008
We went to Madison County Fair on Saturday to see Gretchen Wilson ... To Renee:An AG SOCIETY Board member told me that Platte County could never draw enough people to support a $100,000 headliner act such as Gretchen Wilson or Dirks Bentley ... This year we went to Madison for the Gretchen Wilson concert and she was a great performer with a sell out crowd we were told approx 10,000 people with standing room only and she played and hour and half plus came back out and played two more songs for... (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Logan visitors offended Jul 15, 2008
Heck, Gretchen Wilson even swears, but I won't listen to her. Listen folks,,,,, this place was heck bent on free flippin' gall durn speech. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
MORE: HD Radio stations tune in to everything Jul 8, 2008
9 from Miami's KISS country station is named after singer Gretchen Wilson, who provides voice-overs and other personal touches. The channel's playlist includes the late Johnny Cash, Hank Williams Jr. and Lynyrd Skynryd. (USA Today -- Life)
Will Braves' marathon game spark a turnaround? Jul 8, 2008
What if he had done, say, Alanis Morrisette or Gretchen Wilson, who would be the appropriate revenge do in those instances. These are important questions questions that need answering. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
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Gretchen Wilson and Chris Cagle were headliners for B-93 s 16th Birthday Bash at the Ionia Free Fair grounds Saturday and Sunday ... IONIA B-93's Birthday Bash started off with a bang this year at the Ionia Free Fair grounds, but luckily severe weather skirted Ionia before it could end it with a real bang on Sunday performer Gretchen Wilson had that honor ... Jericho Road, Jypsi, Jake Owen, surprise guest Lost Trailers, Keith Anderson, Pat Green and Gretchen Wilson graced the stage. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
July 4th performers have chops, good looks Jun 18, 2008
He has also written a song for Gretchen Wilson. Anderson's first album, 2005's Three Chord Country and American Rock featured two top-10 country singles-"Pickin' Wildflowers" and "Every Time I Hear Your Name"-and its title track was a duet between Anderson and Aerosmith lead singer Steven Tyler. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
Bill Walton returns to the airwaves Jun 13, 2008
Other contestants: Jazz guitarist John Pizzarelli, bluegrass band Punch Brothers, rhythm-and-blues singer Lloyd, rockers The Cab, country singer Gretchen Wilson, Latin and salsa hip-hop group Ozomatli "they're fabulous," Gammons says as well as saxophonist Branford Marsalis and rockers Candlebox. But just so the pros would be represented, ESPN should also include a ballpark organist. (USA Today -- Sports)
Around the Tri-State Area this weekend Jun 13, 2008
Other main stage entertainment includes Vince Neil of Motley Crue at 8 p.m. Friday, Kenny Loggins at 8 p.m. Saturday and Gretchen Wilson at 8 p.m. Sunday. Friday, Saturday. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Kenny Chesney Jun 12, 2008
In the maiden voyage in 2005, it was Keith Urban, Gretchen Wilson and Pat Green, with a dose of rocker Uncle Kracker. When the tour returned to Heinz Field in 2007, Brooks & Dunn, Sara Evans, Sugarland and Green were along for the ride, then Joe Walsh suddenly appeared to jam out "Rocky Mountain Way." This time around, Urban is back, with LeAnn Rimes, but Pittsburgh, for better or worse, is forced to live without screecher Sammy Hagar, who played some earlier dates. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
A hot time at country music's fan festival Jun 9, 2008
Wednesday's jam, which lasted until nearly dawn, featured performances from Charlie Daniels, Gretchen Wilson, Kathy Mattea and Big & Rich's John Rich. "I recorded with Kenny Rogers today, then I wound up getting drunk with Mel Tillis," Rich said backstage. (USA Today)
Jammin' with Rick Brothers May 30, 2008
Entertainment Featured Sections Services. Brothers recently conducted a drum clinic at the store. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Events listings May 18, 2008
8/22: Gretchen Wilson ... 8/23: 8 p.m. Gretchen Wilson ... 8/24: Gretchen Wilson. (Boston Globe)
'Redneck Woman' Gretchen Wilson gets GED May 16, 2008
Redneck Woman' Gretchen Wilson gets GED ... (AP) - Country music singer Gretchen Wilson received her general equivalency diploma Thursday night. (WREG.com, TN)
Ready to take the stage: B-93 Birthday Bash is back May 16, 2008
Berry said the line-up of acts on Sunday include Christian band Jericho Road, as well as Jypsi, Keith Anderson, Jake Owen, Pat Green and Gretchen Wilson. The entertainment doesn't stop with the main stage either; there will also be a smaller stage located outside of the main area, featuring local and regional bands. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Get Smart: Stars Go Back to School May 15, 2008
Gretchen Wilson and Vanessa Williams Complete School 20 Years After Leaving ... Gretchen Wilson, left, performs at the Stagecoach Music Festival at the Empire Polo Fields on May ... Gretchen Wilson, left, performs at the Stagecoach Music Festival at the Empire Polo Fields on May 4, 2008, in Indio, Calif. (ABC News)
Rap's biggest mouth takes a bite out of Canada May 13, 2008
When country artist Gretchen Wilson wins best new artist at the American Music Awards, West retorts: "I felt like I was definitely robbed." He later apologizes to Wilson for the comments. 2005: West's second album Late Registration gets five stars in Rolling Stone, and is again the magazine's No. 1 album of the year. (Canada.com)
Downtown Hoedown Heats Up Weekend with Music and Family Fun at Hart Plaza with Chrysler Jeep Superstores Title Sponsorship May 8, 2008
This year's Downtown Hoedown, the 26th anniversary of the event, brings superstars Jewel, Josh Gracin, Little Big Town, Trisha Yearwood, Lonestar, Gretchen Wilson and a jam-packed lineup of many other country favorites to Downtown Detroit for three days of music, food and family fun. The event marks the beginning of an entire season of summertime fun events sponsored by Chrysler Jeep Superstores. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
A Degree To Go With Her Grammy May 7, 2008
Country Star Gretchen Wilson: My Little Girl Inspired Me To Finish High School ... Gretchen Wilson on The Early Show Tuesday (CBS/EARLY SHOW) ... Gretchen Wilson Makes Good. (CBS News)
Buzz Briefs: R. Kelly, Prince May 6, 2008
Gretchen Wilson: Now A "Redneck Woman" With A Degree. Country music singer Gretchen Wilson has a mantel full of awards in her Lebanon home. (CBS News)
* World News Quick Take May 6, 2008
Gretchen Wilson graduates. Country music singer Gretchen Wilson has a mantel full of awards in her Lebanon home. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Solid start for 'Iron' May 5, 2008
Wilson earns GED Country music singer Gretchen Wilson has another award to add to her mantel: A high school diploma. Wilson, whose first radio single, "Redneck Woman," earned a 2005 Grammy and spent five weeks at No. 1 on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart, has passed her General Educational Development exam and will don a cap and gown during a May 15 graduation ceremony. (Boston Globe)
Country Star Gretchen Wilson at Age 34 Goes Back to School May 5, 2008
Country music singer Gretchen Wilson has a mantel full of awards in her Lebanon home. Her first radio single, "Redneck Woman," spent five weeks at No. 1 on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart and it earned her a 2005 Grammy. (Fox News)
Gretchen Wilson, 34, finally getting diploma May 5, 2008
NASHVILLE (AP) Country music singer Gretchen Wilson has a mantel full of awards in her home ... Gretchen Wilson, 34, dropped out of school when she was in the ninth grade. (USA Today -- Life)
Wilson finishes high school May 5, 2008
Country star Gretchen Wilson, at 34, finishes high school ... (AP) -- Country music singer Gretchen Wilson has a mantel full of awards in her Lebanon home. (The Palm Beach Post)
Indio's Stagecoach Country Music Festival Weekend Begins May 2, 2008
Concert goers are expected to fill hotels and RV camps sites for the three-day country music festival, whose lineup includes The Eagles, Friday night's headliners, as well as other big name stars, among them "American Idol" champion Carrie Underwood, Gretchen Wilson, Taylor Swift, John Fogerty and Rancho Mirage resident Shelby Lynne. The Judd's, mother and daughter Naomi and Wynonna, will headline the festival Saturday night for a special reunion performance. (NBC4.tv, CA)
On the verge: Otto is into his music heart and country soul Apr 21, 2008
Over the next few years, he saw fellow members like Gretchen Wilson and Big & Rich achieve multiplatinum success, while he continued to struggle. "It was heartbreaking," he says. (USA Today -- Life)
Who's Next for 'VH1 Rock Honors' Mar 26, 2008
Last year, "VH1 Rock Honors" honored Genesis, Heart, Ozzy Osbourne and ZZ Top with tribute performances by Nickelback, Gretchen Wilson, Keane, Alice in Chains and Queens of the Stone Age. Making special appearances were Cameron Diaz, Jada Pinkett Smith, Billy Bob Thornton, Robin Williams, Criss Angel and Taylor Hawkins. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
'Aftermath' does more than revisit a tragedy Mar 22, 2008
The concert also features country singers such as John Rich and Gretchen Wilson, who sings Heart's "Straight On" with an ending run that would make the "American Idol" judges proud. "This isn't a heavy metal problem," Snider announces, by way of explaining the range of music. (Boston Globe)
Listen Up: Alan Jackson lets the 'Good Time' roll Mar 4, 2008
Shepherd balances a fondness for music, motherhood and alcohol with a deep drawl and a straightforwardness learned from the likes of Loretta Lynn and Gretchen Wilson. As a writer, her lyrics arent always original, but they're occasionally wonderfully vivid. (USA Today -- Life)
Bon Jovi brotherhood helps Richie Sambora bounce back Mar 3, 2008
Search post-gazette NOW. Henny Ray Abrams/Associated Press Richie Sambora performs Feb. 12 during the "Stand Up for a Cure Concert Series" in New York. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
