Rick Handler

Bruce Springsteen with Guitar. Photo: Bill Ebbesen and Wikipedia.

Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band Night Two at PPG Paints Arena: Twice is Nice

Night two at PPG Paints Arena with Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band was another very special concert.

Bruce Springsteen with Guitar. Photo: Bill Ebbesen and Wikipedia.

Concert Guide August 2024: Bruce, Aldean; Doobies, Menzel, Imagine Dragons, and Childish Gambino

The August concert scene has something for everyone including two Bruce Springsteen shows.

Joe Grushecky, ready to rock the house. (Photo: Danny Clinch)

Joe Grushecky and The Houserockers Dream On with ‘Can’t Outrun a Memory’

The wait for a new record from Joe Grushecky and The Houserockers has been worth it.

Bret Michaels performing in New York in 2014. (Photo: Rjkowal and Wikipedia)

Concert Guide July 2024: Def Leppard, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Chris Stapleton, Bret Michaels, Guster, and Grushecky

The July concert scene is chockful of great concerts.

The crème brûlée at Pusadee's Garden has a Thai twist. (Photo: Rick Handler)

Summer Dining Sampler

The summer season is in full bloom and here’s a few hotspots with outdoor seating we’re recommending.

Kennywood's vintage Racer still rocks the coaster scene.

Entertainment Central Summer Guide (Early-to-Mid Season) 2024

Summers in Pittsburgh are packed with fun events and activities.

May 2024 Concert Guide: Heart, Greta Van Fleet, Natasha Bedingfield, Social Distortion, and They Might Be Giants

Many strong mid-level acts this month in the ‘Burgh.

Blues Rock Guitarist Joanne Shaw Taylor Continues to Amaze with ‘Heavy Soul’

The British musician continues with the latest in a series of highly successful blues rock albums.

Smallpools. (Photo: Alex Berger)

Smallpools Makes Big Waves With New Release: ‘Ghost Town Road (east)’

Smallpools, a talented indie rock band plays the Thunderbird Cafe in support of their new album.

Classic meatloaf and mashed potatoes with gravy.

Beaver’s Towne Square Restaurant: An American Classic

A gem of a restaurant serving a variety of comfort fare.

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