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Sweet Sweet Music

Rock, pop, jazz and other good vibrations

Aimee Mann having fun in a 2008 concert at Manchester Academy. Photo: Andy (6tee-zeven) and Wikipedia.

December Concert Guide: Jeffrey Osborne, Michael Bolton, a Gal Named Jackie, and The Mann

From top female acts to Christian rock and hometown heroes, it is a hot month for live music in Pittsburgh.

|Macklemore (front) performing at Sasquatch Music Festival in 2011 with his main musical collaborator Ryan Lewis. Photo: Christopher Dube.|Lady Gaga performing 'Joanne' on the Joanne World Tour in September. Photo: Marcel de Groot.|Janet Jackson performing in concert this year on her State Of The World Tour. Photo: Jai1814 and Wikipedia.

November Concert Guide: A Nobel Laureate, Strong Ladies, Struts, and Macklemore

A national holiday usually means less shows scheduled, but not this month—be thankful.

Khalifa in full rap mode.

Wiz Khalifa Closes Thrival with Blazing Set

Wiz Khalifa reaffirmed his of Pittsburgh yet again by playing the final set of the fifth annual Thrival Music.

Bill Toms plays some killer lead guitar riffs (c.) while Hard Rain and the Soulville Horns jam on.

October Concert Guide: McGraw-Hill, The National, Halsey, and Third Eye Blind

This month features good shows in several different musical genres.

Katy Perry singing in a 2016 concert. photo: Ali Shaker/VOA and Wikipedia.

September Concert Guide: Festivals, Arena Acts, Veteran Performers

A diverse number of acts are packed into September’s 30 days.

Steve Howe playing his Gibson ES-175 guitar in a 2013 concert at the Beacon Theater. photo: SolarScott and Wikipedia.

Yes, Todd Rundgren, and Carl Palmer Deliver Strong Concert Performances

Performers went deep into their respective catalogs for performance set lists.

Earth Wind & Fire in a 2009 concert. photo: Craig ONeal.

Earth Wind and Fire and Chic Bring the Funk Uptown for PPG Paints Arena Concert

Two top bands from the ’70s and ’80s make for a lively show.

Australia in 2012. photo: Thakingdome and Wikipedia.

August Concert Guide: Mars, Kings, Dance Elements, Yes, Stills and Blue Eyes

Catch a summer breeze and some top shows.

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Atlas Genius Proves Its Brilliance at the Rex

Atlas Genius traveled from Down Under to iver deserved headlining set.

February Music Preview: Great acts in town include The New Pornographers. (Photo: Simon Law)

July Concert Guide: Paula Abdul, Megadeth, One Republic, Phish, and Festivals

The Pittsburgh music scene this month isn’t quite at a full boil, but is at a very satisfying simmer.

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