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By Joe Lynch | Photo by: Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP
Hervana rode again at FireAid.
In 2014, when Nirvana was being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, surviving members Dave Grohl, Krist Novoselic and Pat Smear reunited onstage to perform a raucous selection of the culture-shifting grunge band's beloved songs. With Kurt Cobain gone, lead vocals fell to an assortment of guest singers - St. Vincent, JOAN JETT, Kim Gordon and Lorde. Dubbed "Hervana," the musical collective delivered what turned out to be one of the most legendary Rock Hall performances of all time.
On Thursday (Jan. 30) night, Hervana rode again. During the FireAid LA Benefit Concert - which is raising money to rebuild communities and assist people affected by the devastating Los Angeles wildfires - Nirvana once again reunited with three of the aforementioned four vocalists.
The unannounced performance at the Kia Forum ripped open with St. Vincent snarling through the bratty, punky Nevermind classic "Breed," absolutely ripping it up on her guitar alongside Smear while Grohl pounded on the drums. After that, Kim Gordon - a friend of the band's during Cobain's lifetime - shuffled on stage to growl through an uncompromising "School" from the band's debut album, Bleach. After the former Sonic Youth member's appearance, JOAN JETT took the stage to thunderous applause, singing Nevermind's "Territorial Pissings" while a sweaty Grohl banged away in the background. (She missed a couple of lyrics, but who cares? If you're expecting perfection from a Nirvana cover, you're missing the point.)
Then came what was perhaps the biggest surprise: Violet Grohl, Dave's 18-year-old daughter, singing lead vocals on Nirvana's In Utero highlight "All Apologies." Her vocals were strong and well-suited for the song, and while the magnitude of the Kia Forum's crowd wasn't lost on her, she was remarkably comfortable in front of the massive crowd.
Aside from demonstrating promising musical chops, that performance (not to mention the song title) was noteworthy for another reason. Just last fall, Dave Grohl announced that he had fathered a child outside of his marriage and he would do his best to be a father to that baby while simultaneously working to repair his marriage. "I love my wife and my children, and I am doing everything I can to regain their trust and earn their forgiveness," he wrote on Instagram in September. This performance with Violet Grohl marks his first high-profile public appearance since then.
JOAN JETT, Patti LaBelle, The Revivalists slated to perform at Jazz Fest from: tulanehullabaloo.com
By Evan Allbritton, Arcade Editor
2025 marks 55 years of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, which kicks off on Apr. 24. This year's Jazz Fest boasts an impressive lineup of big-name artists and local musicians who properly honor the festival's legacy.
Those who enjoy indie rock will be excited to hear that Cage the Elephant is returning to Jazz Fest's lineup since their performance in 2018. Known for songs like "Cigarette Daydreams" and "Ain't No Rest for the Wicked," Cage the Elephant has won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Album twice, and it is no wonder why. The band stands out amongst others in the genre because of the members' sheer creativity, evident in not just their lyrics and musicality, but in their "wildly cathartic performances" that are nothing short of eccentric.
This year's lineup includes many other rock bands, including Pearl Jam, Dave Matthews Band and Cheap Trick, but possibly the most exciting act will be JOAN JETT AND THE BLACKHEARTS. JOAN JETT is regarded as the "Queen of Rock n' Roll," and she and the BLACKHEARTS, her backup band, were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2015. It goes without saying that Jett will be one of the most - if not the most - anticipated acts at this year's Jazz Fest and will be a must-see for attendees.
While the festival boasts many names in rock, Jazz Fest 2025 also features many artists of other genres, such as country and folk, which includes Kacey Musgraves. Known for songs like "Butterflies" and "Rainbow," Kacey Musgraves's commitment to social justice in her music is evident, tackling themes like LGBTQ+ acceptance that adds a liberal element to her work that is uncommon in the country genre. If her performance at Jazz Fest is anything like her set at Austin City Limits in 2019, her set will be a powerful exhibition of her excellent live vocals and engagement with the crowd.
Another big artist coming to Jazz Fest this year is Laufey. Pronounced "lÄy-vÄy," Laufey is an Icelandic-Chinese singer whose goal is "to bring jazz and classical music to [her] generation." It may seem a lofty aspiration to make jazz and classical music exciting to Gen Z, but Laufey has more than succeeded in her goal, garnering 7.7 million followers on TikTok with popular songs like "From the Start" and "Valentine." Her music has the soft, melodic quality of a Studio Ghibli soundtrack, and her approach to jazz and classical music adds a 21st-century spin on the genres, making her a unique act to see at this year's Jazz Fest. [more] JOAN JETT to perform at Shippensburg University in 2025 from: abc27.com
By Hayden Sherry
SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) - JOAN JETT AND THE BLACKHEARTS will be performing at Shippensburg University in 2025.
The Rock and Roll Hall-of-Fame inductee has eight platinum and gold albums and nine Top 40 singles, including gold albums and nine Top 40 singles, including "Bad Reputation," "I Love Rock 'N' Roll," "I Hate Myself For Loving You," and "Crimson and Clover."
JOAN JETT AND THE BLACKHEARTS continue to tour the world with headlining shows alongside other legendary rock bands, including The Who, Green Day, Heart, Foo Fighters, and Alanis Morrissette (Summer 2024). Bad Reputation, a documentary about Jett's life, received critical acclaim at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival.
The band will perform at the H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center at Shippensburg University on Friday, April 11 at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets go on sale this Friday, January 31, at 10 a.m. exclusively through the Luhrs Center Box Office here or at 717-477-SHOW. Aerosmith, Billy Idol, JOAN JETT to Perform at Steven Tyler's 'Jam for Janie'
from: Billboard.com
By billboard | Photo by: David Becker/GI for Keep Memory Alive
Joe Perry, Tom Hamilton, Linda Perry, Matt Sorum, and Nuno Bettencourt are also among the night's performers.
Steven Tyler's sixth annual Jam for Janie Grammy Awards Viewing Party has been announced, with the star-studded charity event to kick off on Feb. 2 at the Hollywood Palladium.
Hosted by Grammy-winning comedian Tiffany Haddish, the evening features a powerhouse lineup of performers, including Billy Idol, JOAN JETT, Joe Perry, Tom Hamilton, Linda Perry, Matt Sorum, and Nuno Bettencourt. A special highlight will be a reunion performance by members of Aerosmith.
The event supports Janie's Fund, the rocker's nonprofit aiding young women and girls who have survived abuse, and expands its philanthropic reach this year to benefit the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation and the Widows, Orphans, and Disabled Firefighter's Fund. The event will welcome more than 100 firefighters who have been at the forefront of combating the California wildfires, to celebrate the major night in music.
"What the Los Angeles community has endured with these wildfires is unthinkable. Music has healing powers and we hope to bring a moment of joy and levity to our first-responder firefighters and those most affected by the fires," Tyler said. "The trauma experienced by the girls we work with is also unthinkable and we will continue to shed light and support the amazing work of Janie's Fund."
The night will include a red carpet, cocktail reception, dinner, live auction, and an exclusive after-party benefitting Janie's Fund, as well as support both the Widows, Orphans and Disabled Firefighters Fund and Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation by raising critical funds to help meet the immediate needs for lifesaving equipment and resources.
Event Chairs include Ace & Matt Sorum, Aerosmith, Alice Cooper, Andrea Bocelli, Ashlee Simpson & Evan Ross, Bill Maher, Bo Derek, Chris & Rich Robinson, Dolly Parton, Flavor Flav, Jane Lynch, Kayte & Kelsey Grammer, Lionel Richie, Melissa Joan Hart, Miley Cyrus, Nuno Bettencourt, Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson, Sammy Hagar, Scarlett Johansson, and Shep Gordon. [more] Billy Idol and JOAN JETT Pick a Nice Day to Tour Again in 2025
from: billyidol.net
By Jon Blistein | Photo: Scott Legato/Getty Images; London Entertainment/Getty Images
The rock greats will team up for a North American trek that kicks off this spring and wraps up later this summer.
Billy Idol and JOAN JETT AND THE BLACKHEARTS will hit the road together this year, announcing a major trek that'll kick off this spring and continue later this summer.
The first leg of the It's a Nice Day to…Tour Again! Tour will get underway April 30 in Phoenix and wrap May 23 in Toronto. Idol and Jett will return to the road Aug. 16 in Philadelphia, with the tour wrapping Sept. 25 in Los Angeles. (Five dollars from every ticket sold to the final L.A. gig will be donated to the American Red Cross for wildfire relief efforts.) IT'S A NICE DAY TO... TOUR AGAIN! from: billyidol.net
By billyidol.net
Billy Idol is returning to the road for It's a Nice Day To... Tour Again! Fellow superstar JOAN JETT AND THE BLACKHEARTS will join Idol on all shows. Produced by Live Nation, the run of arenas and amphitheatres kicks off at the Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre in Phoenix on April 30 and includes stops at an array of storied venues including New York's Madison Square Garden, Los Angeles' Kia Forum, the Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado, Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, MD and more. Billy Idol announces tour with JOAN JETT AND THE BLACKHEARTS - how to get tickets from: NBC.com
By Drew Weisholtz
In a TODAY exclusive, Billy idol and JOAN JETT announce they are returning to the road for a tour! It kicks off April 30 in Phoenix, Arizona.
Billy Idol fans, get ready to "Rebel Yell" in delight.
The rock and roll legend will hit the road on the "It’s a Nice Day To...Tour Again!" tour with JOAN JETT AND THE BLACKHEARTS, which was announced exclusively on TODAY on Jan. 21.
Idol, who also released a video with comedian Matt Rife, guitarist Steve Stevens and JOAN JETT announcing the tour, is a legend in pop punk. He's known for classic tracks like "White Wedding" "Flesh for Fantasy," "Mony Mony," "Rebel Yell" and "Cradle of Love."
Jett is a pioneer in rock music. JOAN JETT AND THE BLACKHEARTS is known for hits such as "Bad Reputation," "I Love Rock 'N Roll" and "I Hate Myself for Loving You." The band was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2015.
How to get tickets for 'It’s a Nice Day To...Tour Again!'
Artist presales begin Jan. 22 at 9 a.m. local time, followed by local presales at Jan. 23 at 9 a.m. local time. Then, general tickets go on sale Jan. 24 at 9 a.m. local time. You can find further information and tickets at billyidol.net/tour.
For every ticket sold to the tour's final stop in Los Angeles, five dollars will be donated to the American Red Cross to support efforts in the wake of the Los Angeles wildfires. Idol will personally match this donation as well.
What are the tour dates?
Here’s a look at where Idol and Jett will perform, including tour dates and venues.
April 30 - Phoenix (Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre)
May 3 - Houston (Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presented by Huntsman)
May 4 - Austin, Texas (Moody Center)
May 7 - Fort Worth, Texas (Dickies Arena)
May 9 - Alpharetta, Georgia (Ameris Bank Amphitheatre)
May 10 - Tampa (MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre)
May 13 - Sunrise, Florida (Amerant Bank Arena)
May 16 - Charlotte (PNC Music Pavilion)
May 17 - Nashville (Bridgestone Arena)
May 20 - Tinley Park, Illinois (Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre)
May 21 - Cincinnati (Riverbend Music Center)
May 23 - Toronto (Budweiser Stage)
Aug. 16 - Philadelphia (TD Pavilion at The Mann)
Aug. 17 - Saratoga Springs, New York (Broadview Stage at SPAC)
Aug. 20 - New York City (Madison Square Garden Arena)
Aug. 22 - Columbia, Maryland (Merriweather Post Pavilion)
Aug. 23 - Mansfield, Massachusetts (Xfinity Center)
Aug. 26 - Bangor, Maine (Maine Savings Amphitheatre)
Aug. 28 - Clarkston, Michigan (Pine Knob Music Theatre)
Aug. 30 - Noblesville, Indiana (Ruoff Music Center)
Aug. 31 - Milwaukee (American Family Insurance Amphitheatre)
Sept. 3 - Morrison, Colorado (Red Rocks Amphitheatre)
Sept. 5 - Salt Lake City (Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre)
Sept. 12 - Palm Springs, California (Acrisure Arena)
Sept. 14 - Berkeley, California (Greek Theater)
Sept. 17 - Wheatland, California (Toyota Amphitheatre)
Sept. 19 - Ridgefield, Washington (Cascades Amphitheater)
Sept. 20 - Seattle (Climate Pledge Arena)
Sept. 23 - Chula Vista, California (North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre)
Sept. 25 - Los Angeles (The Kia Forum) Do you love Rock 'n' Roll? Here's how you can see JOAN JETT from: battlecreekenquirer.com
By Liz Shepard
Legendary rockers JOAN JETT AND THE BLACKHEARTS are set to take the stage at the FireKeepers Event Center at 8 p.m. April 4.
Tickets for this highly anticipated performance go on sale starting at 10 a.m. Jan. 25. Tickets can be purchased at firekeeperscasino.com or in person at the FireKeepers Casino Hotel Box Office. Ticket prices start at $69 plus fees.
"JOAN JETT grew up during a time when rock 'n' roll was off limits to girls and women, but as a teenager, she promptly blew the door to the boys' club right off its hinges," FireKeepers said in a news release. "As the leader of the hard-rocking BLACKHEARTS, with whom she has become a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, she's had eight platinum and gold albums and nine Top 40 singles, including the classics 'Bad Reputation,' 'I Love Rock 'N' Roll,' 'I Hate Myself For Loving You,' and 'Crimson and Clover.'"
