Music news this week includes Johnny Mathis retiring, Lady Gaga, Marshall Tucker touring, Country Music Hall of Fame, and Umphrey’s McGee travels to Morocco for a 3-show date.
On his Facebook page: Johnny Mathis is approaching his 90th birthday this year. So, it’s with sincere regret that due to Mr. Mathis’ age and memory issues which have accelerated, we are announcing his retirement from touring & live concerts.
At this time, the 2025 Voice Of Romance Tour dates will continue, with the final concert currently scheduled on May 18th, 2025 in Englewood, NJ at the Bergen PAC. Additional updates will be posted as necessary. Limited tickets for the final concerts arenavailable at johnnymathis.com. Johnny Mathis & his entire staff send their heartfelt gratitude to all.
On the other hand, Lady Gaga is full speed ahead. on her Instagram she posted the following: wasn’t planning to tour this year after my shows in Singapore but the incredible response to the new album inspired me to keep things going. It came together super quickly thanks to Arthur Fogel and the amazing team at Live Nation, who planned a global tour in just a few weeks. We chose arenas this time to give me the opportunity to control the details of the show in a way you simply can’t in stadiums—and honestly, I can’t wait. This show is designed to be the kind of theatrical and electrifying experience that brings MAYHEM to life exactly how I envision it. The MAYHEM Ball Tour is officially coming your way. See you soon, monsters.
Jam band favorites Umphrey’s McGee travel to Morocco for their second pilgrimage of sound, to the magical city of Marrakech on April 18th, 19th & 20th, 2025 for Morrockshow. Morocco is one of the go-to destinations for discovery lovers, the most fascinated by nature, history, the art of living and Moroccan hospitality. Between tradition and modernity, Marrakech is the promise of unequalled sensations. Strolling the Jemaa El-Fna square and the souks with their shimmering colours and oriental smells, the red city offers you a complete change of scenery. Horse-drawn carriage rides, sunny terraces, travelling artists and other day and night activities will give a tates of wishful comeback.
For more information, go to www.morockshow.com/
Country Music Hall of Fame announces 2025 inductees.
Hailing from Virginia, June Carter Cash was a vibrant presence in country music for more than sixty years as a singer, comedienne, songwriter, and Grammy-winning duet partner of her husband, Johnny Cash. Tony Brown from North Carolina advanced from being an in-demand keyboard player to shaping the genre’s modern sound as a hit record producer and savvy label executive who signed many influential artists. A four-time CMA Entertainer of the Year, Tennessee native Kenny Chesney parlayed a resonant baritone voice, a talent for songwriting, and a competitive spirit into more than fifty Top Ten country hits, sixteen platinum albums, and stadium-filling tours.
Marshall Tucker Band announces All Our Friends tour.
The Marshall Tucker Band (MTB) revealed its full 2025 tour schedule which features many dates with acclaimed rockers JJ Grey & Mofro, legendary rock group Bachman-Turner Overdrive and GRAMMY-nominated Jefferson Starship.
MTB’s 2025 tour, dubbed All Our Friends, brings together several bands of brothers and Marshall Tucker lead singer Doug Gray couldn’t be more excited to be on the road with his pals.
“With so many dates on the books for this year, and many more to be added, we couldn’t be more excited to be back out on the road seeing ‘All Our Friends’ from over the years,” he explains. “And that includes JJ Grey & Mofro and our longtime buddies from Bachman–Turner Overdrive and Jefferson Starship. Get ready!”
The tour is underway now with upcoming dates in Colorado Springs, CO; Scottsdale, AZ; Cincinnati, OH; Nashville, TN; Columbia, SC; Montgomery, AL; Myrtle Beach, SC; Wichita, KS; Kansas City, MO; Fargo, ND; and Amarillo, TX, among others.
MTB will be adding many more live concert dates to its 2025 tour schedule. Visit marshalltucker.com for tour dates.
