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Saturday, May 21, 2022

Pearl Jam Cancel Shows After Bassist Tests Positive For Covid

Pearl Jam canceled the final shows on their current U.S. tour after the band's bassist Jeff Ament tested positive for Covid.

The final two shows of the tour were scheduled to be held in Sacramento on May 18 and in Las Vegas on May 20.

"While the band battled through Oakland after drummer Matt Cameron tested positive for Covid, and Fresno where Ed and the band got through it with the help of Dave Krusen as special guest drummer, they now have to present the heartbreaking news that this morning bassist Jeff Ament has tested positive for COVID," Pearl Jam said in a statement posted on social media.

The band added, "Our attention to staying inside the bubble has been constant. We have truly done all that we could have to remain clear of infection. Regretfully, the Sacramento and Las Vegas shows are canceled."

Ticket refunds will be automatically processed to ticket holders' method of purchase.

Pearl Jam is set to kick off their European tour with a performance at the Netherlands' Pinkpop Festival on June 18.

(Photo: Danny Clinch)

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New Elton John Documentary Heading To Disney+

Disney+ has won the rights to a new documentary on Elton John, titled Goodbye Yellow Brick Road: The Final Elton John Performances and The Years That Made His Legend.

The documentary, directed by R.J. Cutler and produced by John's husband and manager David Furnish, features unseen concert footage from the legendary musician's past 50 years, a special look at the first five years of John's career, modern-day footage of John and his family, and a look at his hand-written journals.

"Elton and I could not think of a better collaborator than R.J. Cutler for a film that represents more than just Elton's career - it's his life," Furnish said in a statement. "From the Troubadour to Dodger Stadium, we knew that R.J. would help guide Elton's story and its many layers in a way that feels authentic and evocative."

The documentary will be screened only in a limited number of theatres and film festivals ahead of its release on Disney+.

The music for Disney film The Lion King was done by John.

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Star-Studded Lineup Revealed For Queen's Platinum Jubilee Concert

A star-studded lineup has been revealed for Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee music concert.

A mix of rock and pop stars, including Queen with Adam Lambert, Diana Ross, Rod Stewart, Elton John, Duran Duran, Craig David, Alicia Keys, Elbow, Hans Zimmer, Mabel, Andrea Bocelli, Nile Rodgers and Eurovision singer Sam Ryder will take the stage at Buckingham Palace on June 4.

The concert, to be presented on 3 stages set up in front of an audience of 22,000, will be broadcast live on BBC One and Radio 2.

Brian May will be returning to sing for the British Queen two decades after he performed on the palace roof for her Golden Jubilee.

The Queen guitarist hinted that he may appear in an unexpected location this time.

"I was absolutely delighted to receive an invitation to perform on such a momentous and historic occasion," veteran soul singer Ross said about what would be her first live performance in the U.K. in 15 years.

"The evening will pivot around global themes that have been born, or evolved, during the breadth of Her Majesty's reign due to extraordinary British and Commonwealth contributions including Fashion, Sport, The Environment, 70 Years of Pop Music and Musicals," the organizers said in a statement announcing the event.

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