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Billy Joel and Madison Square Garden Entertainment announced at a press conference Thursday that the singer will end his record-breaking residency in July 2024.After 10 years, Joel, 74, will be “Movin’ Out” of the iconic New York arena. The first of his final 10 shows will be on October 20, 2023.His final show in July 2024 will mark his 150th concert at the Garden, after playing a show there every month since January 2014 and performing 90 consecutive times.“There’s only one thing that’s more New York than Billy Joel — and that’s a Billy Joel concert at MSG,” Mayor Eric Adams said at the press conference.

Jem Aswad Senior Music Editor Billy Joel and Madison Square Garden Entertainment announced on Thursday that the singer will end his record-breaking residency at the iconic New York venue in July of 2024, after 10 years and some 150 concerts. The first of the final 10 concerts will take place on October 20, 2023. Throughout the course of his run, Joel has sold more than 1.6 million tickets. The announcement was made during a press conference at the venue, attended by Joel, MSG CEO James Dolan and New York City Mayor Eric Adams. “There’s only one thing that’s more New York than Billy Joel — and that’s a Billy Joel concert at MSG,” Mayor Adams said. “For more than 50 years, Billy’s music has defined our city and brought us together. On behalf of 8.5 million New Yorkers, congratulations, Billy, on a historic run of sold-out shows at MSG, and thank you for a lifetime of bringing joy to us all.”

Marta Balaga Projeto Paradiso has announced in Cannes that Daniel Bandeira has won the Pop Up Film Residency Paradiso. The program is created exclusively for Brazilian professionals. Bandeira, currently developing “Red Express,” is also behind “Property”, which premiered at the Berlinale’s Panorama back in February. Born in Pernambuco, he has been a filmmaker since 2001, making his feature debut with “Peer Pressure.”  The three-week Pop Up Film Residency – carried out in partnership with Matthieu Darras of Tatino Films – will take place in the Faroe Islands in Denmark, with Jón Hammer of Kyk Pictures joining as local partner.

U2 has done it all.They’ve been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, won 22 Grammy Awards and netted six Billboard Top 10 hits.Now, they’re doing something brand new.From Sept. 29 through Nov.

Kimora Lee Simmons came out to Usher's  Las Vegas residency show over the weekend and got a sultry serenade, complete with a sweet treat.In a video shared to social media, a bare-chested Usher got up close and personal with Simmons — marking something of a reunion between the singer and the model 25 years after she appeared in the music video for his song «Nice & Slow.»The fateful gathering came courtesy of Kim Kardashian, who brought Simmons — as well as sister Khloe Kardashian — to Usher's show at Park MGM Las Vegas.Kardashian made sure to share the hot exchange to her Instagram story, showing Usher standing in front of Simmons, singing «Nice & Slow» before feeding her a chocolate strawberry.Usher and Kimora Lee Simmons reunited in Vegas 25 years after ‘Nice & Slow’. pic.twitter.com/7sE8GWHZkKAfter Usher returned to stage, Simmons couldn't help but laugh while fanning herself following the steamy moment.The Simmons serenade comes just a week after Usher sang to Kim, who came out to watch his show last weekend as well.The reality star had a special moment as Usher danced over to her section and began to sing «Superstar.» Before going into the first verse, the singer gave the SKIMS founder a special shout-out, sharing, «What up Kim? You made it!»Kim's previous trip to the Usher show came six months after she missed his concert — due to inclement weather. In October, Kim tried to pull off the ultimate birthday surprise with a trip to the Usher concert.

Kimora Lee Simmons came out to Usher's My Way Las Vegas residency show over the weekend and got a sultry serenade, complete with a sweet treat.In a video shared to social media, a bare-chested Usher got up close and personal with Simmons — marking something of a reunion between the singer and the model 25 years after she appeared in the music video for his song «Nice & Slow.»The fateful gathering came courtesy of Kim Kardashian, who brought Simmons — as well as sister Khloe Kardashian — to Usher's show at Park MGM Las Vegas.Kardashian made sure to share the hot exchange to her Instagram story, showing Usher standing in front of Simmons, singing «Nice & Slow» before feeding her a chocolate strawberry.Usher and Kimora Lee Simmons reunited in Vegas 25 years after ‘Nice & Slow’. pic.twitter.com/7sE8GWHZkKAfter Usher returned to stage, Simmons couldn't help but laugh while fanning herself following the steamy moment.The Simmons serenade comes just a week after Usher sang to Kardashian, who came out to watch his show last weekend as well.The reality star had a special moment as Usher danced over to her section and began to sing «Superstar.» Before going into the first verse, the singer gave he SKIMS founder a special shout-out, sharing, «What up Kim? You made it!»Kardashian's previous trip to the Usher show came six months after she missed his concert — due to inclement weather. In October, Khloe tried to pull off the ultimate birthday surprise with a trip to the Usher concert.

Living the dream! Sisters Khloé Kardashian and Kim Kardashian had the time of their lives at Usher’s Las Vegas performance.

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The Piano Man is back for yet another encore.Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Billy Joel has just extended his record-shattering Madison Square Garden residency yet again adding two more shows at the venue on Aug. 29 and Sept.

Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Erika Jayne is officially headed to Sin City for her very own Las Vegas residency, a dream the reality star has had since childhood. Titled Bet it All on Blonde, the residency will take place at House of Blues Las Vegas and will kick off on Aug.

Kim Kardashian got some concert redemption! On Saturday, the star attended Usher's My Way Las Vegas residency. In the clips, shared on her Instagram Story, the 42-year-old reality TV star was joined by her hairstylist, Chris Appleton and his fiancé, Lucas Gage.In the clips, Kim, Chris and Lucas sing along some of the singer's biggest hits including, «My Boo,» and «Burn.» «Omg this @Usher concert is [fire emoji],» she wrote over a clip of the performance. Kim also recorded the portion of the show where the «GLU» singer was joined onstage by Teyana Taylor for a performance of «Bad Girl.» Kim had a special moment as Usher danced over to her section and began to sing «Superstar,» before going into the first verse, the singer gave he SKIMS founder a special shout-out.«What up Kim, you made it,» he said has Kardashian waved he hands in the air.Kim's trip to the Usher concert comes six months after she missed his concert — due to inclement weather. «Finally made it to see @Usher but my girls are mad they aren't here sooo I just have to come back with them ASAP.»In October, Kim's sister, Khloe Kardashian, tried to pull off the ultimate birthday surprise with a trip to the Usher concert.

Erika Jayne is ready for her next chapter. Ahead of the start of her Las Vegas residency, ET's Brice Sander spoke with the 51-year-old star, who had a message for all her critics out there.«What should I be focusing on other than living and rebuilding?» she questioned. «This is a great time in my life.

Feeling like herself again. Erika Jayne opened up about the “heavy” period she went through in 2022 — and explained how she got back to a point of happiness and confidence.

Erika Jayne is heading to Las Vegas!

Mac DeMarco has announced plans for a world tour later this year, including three dates in London.The singer-songwriter is due to hit the road in July, kicking off at The Ford Theatre in LA on July 14 before taking in further shows in New York and Paris and finally wrapping up at Hackney Empire on August 1 following a run of a trio of gigs.Accompanied by a full band, DeMarco play an intimate set which will see him performing his recent instrumental album ‘Five Easy Hot Dogs’ in its entirety along with songs from his back catalogue with new arrangements.Tickets for the shows go on sale at 10am local time for the London and New York this Friday (April 21) and 11am local time for Paris on the same day. The LA concert will go on sale at 10am local time on May 9.

Bono kicked off his spring 2023 run of his Stories of Surrender shows in New York City and we have the full set list available!

Katy Perry has some exciting news for fans.

Metallica have announced plans for a residency on Jimmy Kimmel Live! next week.The metal veterans will be performing live every night from Monday (April 10) to Thursday (13), ahead of the official release of their new album ’72 Seasons’.“In a first for the Jimmy Kimmel Live! show, it’s ‘Metallica Week,’ as we will be the musical guest each night, beginning on Monday, April 10, through Thursday, April 13,” the group wrote.“We’ll be playing live for all four shows, and you’ll also catch us on the couch, chatting with Jimmy one night. Keep your eyes peeled for other sightings during the broadcast, as we really don’t know what else Jimmy will get us involved in!”We’re celebrating #72Seasons release week by taking over late night! Catch us on @JimmyKimmelLive on ABC Monday, April 10 – Thursday, April 13 for four live performances, one night of chatting on the couch, and whatever other fun Jimmy has in store for us.

Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. After making a name for herself as a daytime talk show host and limiting her live performances to covers in between interviews, Kelly Clarkson is ready to get back to her roots. This July, the Grammy-winning singer will kick off an exclusive Las Vegas residency called “Chemistry…an Intimate Night With Kelly Clarkson.” The 10-night engagement, which runs through the end of Aug. at the Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, marks the first time that Clarkson has committed to an extended number of performance dates since her Meaning of Life Tour in 2019. While the residency is in support of her upcoming album “Chemistry,” expected to release some time this year, it will also include hits from her two-decade long catalog.

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Erika Jayne is gearing up for another season of , and while she doesn't have her bestie, Lisa Rinna, by her side, she has plenty of excitement on and off-screen to keep her busy come season 13.ET's Brice Sander spoke to Jayne at the fourth anniversary of Sutton Stracke's West Hollywood boutique, The Sutton Concept, where she teased her upcoming Las Vegas residency and 's potential new housewife.«It's amazing, and I'm so excited and you must come,» Jayne said about the residency, which she said is just a «couple days» away from being announced. «It's a dream come true, actually.

The iconic concert venue at Planet Hollywood Las Vegas has a new name and Kelly Clarkson is the first artist to book a residency following the announcement!

Kelly Clarkson fans have been waiting for a moment like this.The “American Idol” season one winner just announced her ten-concert ‘Chemistry’ Las Vegas residency at Planet Hollywood’s Bakkt Theater from July 28 through Aug.

Kelly Clarkson is heading to Vegas!

Kelly Clarkson fans can rejoice because new music is on the way — and so is a Las Vegas residency!  coach took to Instagram on Sunday to announce her new album, , which she says is coming out «soon.»«It's officially time to tell you that I've been working on this project for — well, close to three years now,» Clarkson began. «And I wasn't sure I was going to release it, but I am.

Kelly Clarkson will headline a residency in Las Vegas this summer, the singer and talk show host announced today.

Jem Aswad Senior Music Editor Kelly Clarkson has announced that she will headline an exclusive Las Vegas engagement called “Chemistry…an Intimate Night With Kelly Clarkson,” opening Friday, July 28, 2023 at Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino (formerly Zappos Theater). The evening is described as “an intimate music experience that spans her two-decade long catalog of award-winning hits.” See Variety‘s cover story on Clarkson here. “I am so excited for these shows and couldn’t think of a better place to get back on stage than Las Vegas! The crowds in Vegas are such an amazing collection of people that simply want to have a great time and that’s what we’re going to do!” said Clarkson. “So many of my musical idols have had, and still have, incredible residencies on The Strip, and I’m so excited to create my own!”

Kelly Clarkson will show her fans what chemistry is all about this summer.

Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo have a Vegas baby! On Sunday, the model took to Instagram to give her followers a look at her and her family’s first week in Las Vegas for Maroon 5’s residency — and her and Levine’s third child.

Maroon 5‘s residency in Las Vegas has begun and fans who checked out the first weekend of shows got to enjoy a night full of hits!

J. Kim Murphy What happens in Vegas is staying in Vegas. Adele has announced that she has extended her Caesars Palace residency, with performances planned through November. The singer made the announcement Saturday evening during what was originally set to be the final performance of the series. The residency will face a hiatus for three months, returning in the summer on the date of June 16. From there, nearly five months of dates will follow, with a final performance slated for Nov. 4. Registration is currently open for ticket sales. “Playing to 4,000 people for 34 nights is not enough. I know that, so I am coming back,” Adele told the Caesars Palace audience on Saturday.

Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo have a Vegas baby! On Sunday, the model took to Instagram to give her followers a look at her and her family's first week in Las Vegas for Maroon 5's residency — and her and Levine's third child. «Vegas week 1 ✅ @maroon5,» the 34-year-old captioned the post. Prinsloo led with a picture of Levine holding up a mesh tank top with her picture on it.

Adele fans are in luck, because the singer has just added 34 new dates to her Las Vegas residency show. On Sunday, the singer announced in a press release, that she's extending her stay at the Colosseum at Caesar's Palace for even more The 34 new shows will begin on June 16 and run through November 4. Adele teased the news during Saturday's show — which was slated to be the last in the series — telling concertgoers that she's not only coming back, but releasing a taped special of her show for everyone who couldn't make it out to Vegas to see her perform life.«Playing to 4,000 people for 34 dates is not enough, and I know that,» Adele told her audience.

"Rumour has it" … that Adele is extending her Las Vegas residency!  The singer revealed to her fans on Saturday that her "Weekends with Adele" show had been extended for 34 new weeks at The Colosseum at Caesar's Palace. Saturday was previously Adele's final scheduled performance before announcing the added shows.

Adele will add 34 dates to her Las Vegas residency, starting June 16-17 and completed by Nov. 4. Additionally, a live concert film of the residency is planned.

Fans can expect to spend a few more “Weekends with Adele”.