AXS TV Presents a Packed September Concert Lineup

I just received this timely update from AXS TV. The network has plenty of music-minded specials coming next month...Robert Kinsler

 

AXS TV UNVEILS SEPTEMBER 2024 CONCERT LINEUP PACKED WITH UNFORGETTABLE SETS FROM MAY OF MUSIC’S BIGGEST NAMES

 

Highlights Include Iconic Performances from Robert Plant, Ringo Starr, Tom Petty, Stevie Nicks, Foo Fighters, Willie Nelson, AC/DC, Judas Priest, Toby Keith & More

 

Photo from Foo Fighters -Live at Wembley Stadium 2008 / credit: AXS TV

LOS ANGELES (August 21, 2024) – Rock into Fall with AXS TV, as the ultimate destination for music-themed programming presents its September Concert Lineup. The hit-heavy roster gives viewers front-row access to iconic performances from the biggest names in Rock, Country, R&B, Metal, and more, as they take the stage to deliver powerhouse sets all month long. From Judas Priest to John Legend, and Stevie Nicks to Sarah Bareilles, the block offers something for viewers of all tastes to enjoy with eclectic weekend blocks and star-studded primetime stunts every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.

 

AXS TV’s September Concert Lineup Includes:

 

ZZ Top: Live In Texas—Sunday, Sept. 1 at 1pE

“The Little Ol’ Band From Texas” heads to the Lone Star State for a once-in-a-lifetime show, performing deep cuts and chart-toppers including “Legs,” “La Grange,” “Gimme All Your Lovin’, and many more.

 

Travis Tritt—Monday, Sept. 2 at 9pE

Country titan Travis Tritt brings his trademark sound to AXS TV, as the hit-making mainstay plays through popular offerings such as "Bonnie and Clyde,” "Great Day," and "Anymore," among others.

 

Willie Nelson—Monday, Sept. 2 at 10pE

Country music’s esteemed elder statesman blazes through an unforgettable evening stacked with classic favorites such as “Whiskey River,” “Man With The Blues,” and “On The Road Again.”

 

Blondie—Tuesday, Sept. 3 at 9pE

Debbie Harry and Chris Stein fuel this unforgettable special, as the pop culture pioneers unleash classic Blondie singles such as “One Way Or Another,” “Call Me,” “Rapture,” “Rave,” and “My Monster.”

 

John Fogerty—Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 9pE

Southern Rock superstar John Fogerty blazes through an electric set of Creedence Clearwater Revival hits and solo staples featuring "Bad Moon Rising," "Born on the Bayou," and "Proud Mary.”

 

Stevie Nicks 24 Karat Gold—Saturday, Sept. 7 at 1pE

“The Gold Dust Woman” delivers a spell-binding evening packed with intimate stories and an array of rarities and hits including “Gold And Braid,” “Gypsy,” “Belle Fleur,” and “Landslide.”

 

The Eddie Money Tribute Concert—Sunday, Sept. 8 at 1pE

Friends and fellow icons gather together to honor the late legend with a heartfelt night of music, featuring performances by Sammy Hagar, Kevin Cronin and Dave Amato, and Metallica frontman James Hetfield.

 

Dierks Bentley: Live from the Artists Den—Monday, Sept. 9 at 9pE

Multiplatinum country artist Dierks Bentley brings Nashville to the Windy City, performing “What Was I Thinkin’,” “Free And Easy” and “Sideways” amongst a colorful backdrop of vintage sportscars.

 

Zac Brown Band: Live from the Artists Den—Monday, Sept. 9 at 10pE

The kings of Country come to Queens, as Zac Brown Band fills Forest Hills Stadium with a Southern-fried set boasting “As She’s Walking Away,” “Let It Rain,” “Day For The Dead,” and “Chicken Fried.”

 

Queen: Live At Wembley—Tuesday, Sept. 10 at 9pE

Witness Queen’s historic first concert at Wembley Stadium in 1986, which broke attendance records and featured a massive stage paired with the largest lighting rig built for a live show.

 

Gary Clark Jr.: Live From The Artists Den—Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 9pE

Gary Clark Jr. comes back to the club he calls home, delivering an emotion-fueled set at Antone’s Nightclub in Austin, where he first performed at the age of 15.

 

John Legend: Live from the Artists Den—Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 10pE

R&B standout John Legend blends classic and modern together in a landmark event at Manhattan’s historic Riverside Church, performing powerful renditions of “All Of Me,” “Glory,” and many more.

 

AC/DC: Live at the River Plate Buenos Aires —Saturday, Sept. 14 at 1pE

AC/DC’s Black Ice Tour makes a stop in Argentina’s capital city, as the Aussie rockers wage an audio assault on 70,000 screaming fans with a set featuring “Shoot To Thrill,” “Thunderstruck,” and “T.N.T.”

 

Toby Keith: 35 MPH Town—Sunday, Sept. 15 at 1pE

Beloved Country megastar Toby Keith rolls into Chicago for a lively set in front of an intimate crowd, performing signatures such as “Made In America,” “Whiskey Girl,” and “Red Solo Cup.”

 

Sheryl Crow: Live from the Artists Den—Monday, Sept. 16 at 9pE

Nine-time GRAMMY® winner Sheryl Crow takes the stage at The Plaza in New York City, performing enduring hits such as “All I Wanna Do,” “Every Day Is A Winding Road,” “If It Makes You Happy,”

 

Sara Bareilles: Live from the Artists Den—Monday, Sept. 16 at 10pE

L.A.’s Orpheum Theatre hosts a one-night spectacular from acclaimed artist Sara Bareilles, showcasing her dynamic vocals on numbers such as “Love Song,” “King Of Anything,” and the breakout hit “Gravity.”

 

Judas Priest: Battle Cry Live at Wacken Festival 2015—Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 9pE

“Metal Gods” Judas Priest shine at the genre’s premier open-air festival, surging through past and present favorites such as “Redeemer Of Souls,” “Breaking The Law,” “Living After Midnight,” and many more.

 

Journey: Live In Houston 1981 – The Escape Tour—Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 9pE

Four months into MTV’s existence, the landmark platform presented this pivotal performance filmed mere days after Journey earned its first number one album.

 

Def Leppard Hits Vegas —Saturday, Sept. 21 at 1pE

Def Leppard roars into Sin City for an expansive show with two stages, video walls, and more, performing rare cuts, acoustic renditions, and big hits, including “Two Steps Behind,” Slang,” and “We Belong.”

 

Bon Jovi: Lost Highway – The Concert - Sunday, Sept. 22 at 1pE

Bon Jovi storms into the Windy City to play their hit Lost Highway album in its entirety—marking the first time ever that the band had played a complete album live.

 

Foreigner—Monday, Sept. 23 at 9pE

Foreigner puts the spotlight on some of the absolute best offerings from their unprecedented catalog, lighting up the stage with classics such as "Juke Box Hero," "Night Life," and "Waiting For A Girl Like You."

 

Robert Plant and the Band of Joy: Live From The Artists Den—Monday, Sept. 23 at 10pE

Robert Plant rocks Nashville’s War Memorial Auditorium with a career-spanning set featuring Led Zeppelin signatures, solo standouts, and more, including “Black Dog,” “Ramble On,” and “Houses Of The Holy.”

 

Ringo Starr with Ben Harper: Live From The Artists Den—Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 9pE

Beatles great Ringo Starr joins folk hero Ben Harper for a unique pairing at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, performing “Photograph,” “Walk Away,” and “With A Little Help From My Friends” with Joan Osborne.

 

Elvis Costello: Live From The Artists Den—Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 10pE

Check-in to the New York Public Library, as genre-blending mastermind Elvis Costello performs a private show for 500 lucky fans, featuring “National Ransom,” “I Lost You,” and “A Slow Drag With Josephine.”

 

Billy Idol In Super Overdrive Live—Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 9pE

Blonde bad boy Billy Idol goes into Super Overdrive, in this snarling set of classic party hits featuring “Dancing With Myself,” “Eyes Without A Face,” “White Wedding,” and “Rebel Yell.”

 

Stevie Nicks—Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 10pE

In her first solo performance since 1987, rock goddess Stevie Nicks soars through an array of hits featuring “Stand Back,” “Fall From Grace,” and a moving cover of Dave Matthews’ “Crash Into Me.”

 

Tom Petty – Live from Gatorville—Saturday, Sept. 28 at 1pE

Tom Petty heads home for the first time in over a decade to deliver a blistering setlist featuring “Running Down A Dream,” “I Won’t Back Down,” “Free Fallin’,” and a stunning duet with Stevie Nicks.

 

Foo Fighters _ Live at Wembley Stadium 2008 – Sunday, Sept. 29 at 1pE

The Foo Fighters deliver a raucous set across the Pond, boasting appearances by Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones, and a slate of hits including “Everlong,” “My Hero,” and “Monkey Wrench.”

 

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R.E.M. 25th Anniversary Editon of 'Automatic For The People' out today

I love R.E.M.'s 'Automatic For The People' and this is exciting news that deluxe versions of the album are out today...

25^th ANNIVERSARY EDITION OF
R.E.M.’S AUTOMATIC FOR THE PEOPLE 
OUT TODAY VIA CRAFT RECORDINGS

FIRST MAJOR COMMERCIAL MUSIC RELEASE IN DOLBY ATMOS

ROLLING STONE PREMIERES EXTENDED R-RATED
“NIGHTSWIMMING” VIDEO

“R.E.M. can’t resist its own talent for 
creating beautiful and moving
sounds.”—The New York Times

★★★★★
“Automatic is musically 
irresistible.”—Rolling Stone

“God, they’re the greatest. They’ve dealt 
with their success like saints, and they keep delivering great music.”—Kurt Cobain, 
1994 Rolling Stone interview

 

The 25^th Anniversary reissue of R.E.M.’s landmark album Automatic For The People is out today via Craft Recordings. The remastered album is available in a variety of formats, the most extensive of which is the Deluxe Edition three CD + Blu-ray, which features the album in its entirety mixed in Dolby Atmos. A short trailer with members of the band may be viewed and shared HERE, and the album is available for purchase HERE.

In celebration of the release, Rolling Stone is premiering the extended, R-rated version of theJem Cohen-directed “Nightswimming” video which is included in the Deluxe Edition package. Michael Stipe tells Rolling Stone of the video, “[Cohen] called all his coolest friends together and said, ‘We’re going to a lake, or a stream, and we’re setting up really rudimentary lights, and you’re gonna get naked and I’m gonna photograph you and make films.’” Stipe adds, “and he put together a beautiful piece.” Watch/share the video HERE.

More About #Automatic25

For this special 25^th anniversary reissue, the full album (plus bonus track “Photograph,” featuring Natalie Merchant) was remixed in Dolby Atmos by Automatic’s original producer, Scott Litt, and engineer, Clif Norrell. This technology delivers a leap forward from surround sound with expansive, flowing audio that immerses the listener far beyond what stereo can offer. It transports the listener inside the recording studio with multi-dimensional audio—evoking a time when listening to music was an active, transformative experience, and reigniting the emotion you felt when you first heard the album in 1992. R.E.M.’s Automatic For The People is the first album to be commercially released in this expressive, breathtaking format.

In addition, the 4-disc Deluxe Edition will offer a wealth of previously unreleased material. The band selected 20 never-before-heard demos from the LP’s sessions, including the fully-realized, unreleased track “Mike’s Pop Song” (available to stream/share HERE) and the demo of the oft-mused-about track “Devil Rides Backwards” (available to stream/shareHERE).

Also included in both the 2-disc 25th Anniversary and Deluxe Edition of the album—which was remastered from the original analog tapes by Stephen Marcussen—is a full live set, Live At The 40 Watt Club 11/19/92. Performed in R.E.M.’s hometown of Athens, GA, it was the band’s only live show that year.

Housed in a 12” x 12” lift-top box, the Deluxe Anniversary Edition features a 60-page book, offering never-before-seen photos by Anton Corbijn and Melodie McDaniel, plus expanded, new liner notes by Scottish music journalist Tom Doyle who conducted new interviews with all four band members. Also included is a companion Blu-ray, offering the Dolby Atmos mix, plus a high-resolution master of Automatic For The People, seven music videos and the original 1992 EPK video. Automatic For The People will also be reissued on 180-gram vinyl (with digital download card), and will be available across all digital and streaming outlets.

Widely regarded as one of the best rock albums of all time, Automatic For The People,R.E.M.’s eighth studio outing, was recorded in session locations ranging from New Orleans to Seattle, and Athens, GA to Miami. Rolling Stone has ranked Automatic For The People on their list of the “500 Greatest Albums of All Time.” Notable contributions to the record come from Led Zeppelin’s John Paul Jones who provided string arrangements on select tracks. After its release in 1992 the record reached #1 on UK charts and #2 in the US, selling over eighteen million copies worldwide. It also received 1994 Grammy nominations for Album of the Year and Best Alternative Music Album with major singles “Man on the Moon” and “Everybody Hurts” garnering Grammy nods as well.

Michael Stipe has since reflected that the album concerns topics of “mortality and dying,” but he further notes, “Mortality is a theme that writers have chosen to work with throughout time. It speaks of the fragility and beauty of life and living life to the fullest in the present moment. It happens all too quickly and we all know that.” Mike Mills asserts, “I think it’s our most cohesive record…It’s the strongest from first to last.”

Following the success of their multiplatinum Out of Time in 1991, the band’s reputation was skyrocketing with critics and fans alike. However, R.E.M.’s decision not to tour behind it, and with no plan to tour its successor, the band chose to push further into unexplored sonic territory. The recording was thus characterized by experimentation and playfulness in the studio resulting in a largely acoustic sound full of eerie and ambiguous commentary on the nature of mainstream fame they’d recently found. To this day, songs like “Everybody Hurts,” “Drive,” “Nightswimming” and “Man on the Moon,” as well as lesser known but sublime songs like “Try Not To Breathe” and “Monty Got a Raw Deal,” still resonate throughout the collective music and pop culture.

Formed in 1980, the legendary group went on to win multiple Grammys and produce 15 studio albums, plus many others including greatest hits and live documents. Noted for both their profound contributions to the alternative rock genre and their status as one of the world’s best-selling music artists of all time, the band’s three-decade long career remains a legacy of music that defined an era and a model for musicians paving their own career path. R.E.M. (comprised of Bill Berry, Peter Buck, Mike Mills and Michael Stipe) was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2007 before disbanding amicably in 2011.

AUTOMATIC FOR THE PEOPLE –

25^TH ANNIVERSARY DELUXE EDITION TRACK LIST (DISCS 1, 2, 3 & 4)

25^TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION TRACK LIST (DISCS 1 & 2)

Disc 1 – Automatic For The People 1.     Drive 2.     Try Not to Breathe 3.     The Sidewinder Sleeps Tonite 4.     Everybody Hurts 5.     New Orleans Instrumental No. 1 6.     Sweetness Follows 7.     Monty Got A Raw Deal 8.     Ignoreland 9.     Star Me Kitten 10.   Man on the Moon 11.   Nightswimming 12.   Find the River	Disc 2 – Live At The 40 Watt Club   1.     Drive 2.     Monty Got A Raw Deal 3.     Everybody Hurts 4.     Man On The Moon 5.     Losing My Religion 6.     Country Feedback 7.     Begin The Begin 8.     Fall On Me  9.     Me In Honey  10.   Finest Worksong  11.   Love Is All Around 12.   Funtime  13.   Radio Free Europe
Disc 3 – Automatic For The People Demos   1.     Drive (demo) 2.     Wake Her Up (demo) 3.     Mike’s Pop Song (demo) 4.     C to D Slide 13 (demo) 5.     Cello Scud (demo) 6.     10K Minimal (demo) 7.     Peter’s New Song (demo) 8.     Eastern 983111 (demo) 9.     Bill’s Acoustic (demo) 10.   Arabic Feedback (demo)	11.   Howler Monkey (demo) 12.   Pakiderm (demo) 13.   Afterthought (demo) 14.   Bazouki Song (demo) 15.   Photograph (demo) 16.   Michael’s Organ (demo) 17.   Pete’s Acoustic Idea (demo) 18.   6-8 Passion & Voc (demo) 19.   Hey Love [Mike voc] (demo) 20.   Devil Rides Backwards (demo)

Disc 4 – Automatic For The People Blu-Ray

1.     Automatic For The People (+ bonus track: Photograph) mixed in Dolby Atmos

2.     Automatic For The People (+ bonus track: Photograph) Hi-Resolution Audio

3.     Drive  (music video)

4.     The Sidewinder Sleeps Tonite (music video)

5.     Everybody Hurts (music video)

6.     Man On The Moon (music video)

7.     Nightswimming (music video: British version)

8.     Find The River (music video)

9.     Nightswimming (music video: R version)

10.     Automatic Press Kit

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