Q&A: Jason Boland
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of their debut album, "Pearl Snaps," Jason Boland and The Stragglers will play the record front to back along with favorites from their extensive catalog.
Q&A: Lukas Nelson
A fixture in the world of Americana music for years, Lukas Nelson has toured with Neil Young, recorded with Lady Gaga, and learned plenty of life lessons from his country legend father, Willie Nelson.
Q&A: Commodores
No Lionel Richie is no problem for the Commodores, who continue to build off the “Brick House” foundation established more than 50 years ago.
Q&A: Howard Jones
Howard Jones' acoustic trio tour offers fans a stripped-down trip through his nearly 40-year career, complete with stories behind the inspiration for many of his hits and life on the road.
Chari-tees
From Unlock Hope to Common People for the Common Good, Dallas Harris inspires others to make a difference — one person at a time.
Repossessing Life
Following years of upheaval, multi-instrumentalist Grace Potter steps into the soulful "Daylight" of a fresh start with a perspective that has changed her as an artist, wife, and mother.
Child’s Play
With new music and a creative window opening up for him, Travis Kidd is pushing forward with a heavy dose of country, rock, a touch of blues, and lots of guitars.
Q&A: Criss Angel
Forget what you think you know about magic as Criss Angel turns the profession on its head. Prepare for a magical mashup of mind-blowing illusions and rock 'n' roll energy.
Write on Time
Over the course of five albums, a growing legion of fans have gravitated to William Clark Green's songwriting and the band's empathetic arrangements.
Q&A: America
Former Air Force brats Dewey Bunnell and Gerry Beckley continue to guide Grammy-winning America into its fifth decade.
Q&A: 98 Degrees
With a revived career, a strong friendship and brotherhood within the band, and an ongoing connection with its audience, 98 Degrees is far from burned out.
All in the Family
The husband and wife group, Tedeschi Trucks Band, boils down a vast array of influences, making them their own while catering to an incredibly dedicated fanbase hanging on each night's unique setlist.
Q&A: Experience Hendrix Tour
An A-list of musicians from the rock, blues, metal, and fusion genres pay homage to the influence of Jimi Hendrix with Experience Hendrix Tour.
Q&A: Sawyer Brown
Originally a country-pop band that deepened its repertoire with rich ballads, Sawyer Brown continues its successful run as the original “American Idols.”
Guitar Hero
Three decades after the heyday of '80s hard rock, people still like to bang their heads, raise their fists, and have some fun. Doug Burgess is doing his best to provide plenty of metal memories.
Q&A: Deep Purple
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame metal legends Deep Purple might be saying goodbye after churning out plenty of classic riffs and hits during a career that saw the group sell over 100 million albums.
Q&A: Shaggy
For decades, Jamaican reggae musician Shaggy has brought together people from varying backgrounds thanks to ribald hits like "Boombastic" and "It Wasn't Me."
Rooted in Rock
As BC & The Big Rig has developed, the band that initially flinched at being classified as Red Dirt has come to grips with where it fits in the regional genre.
Q&A: Brian Setzer
Whether playing large clubs, theaters, casinos, or festivals, Brian Setzer’s Rockabilly Riot knows how to capture an audience’s attention and turn the show into an interactive exchange of energy.
Q&A: Spin Doctors
Thirty years is a rock ‘n’ roll eternity for bands. But the surviving Spin Doctors have never been a band for backslaps and self-congratulation.
Playing Their Part
With a Henna Roso show, it’s not just about the music. Each show is a food drive and fundraiser for hunger awareness.
Q&A: The Marshall Tucker Band
While The Marshall Tucker Band reached the height of its commercial success by the end of the ‘70s, it has recorded and performed continuously under various lineups for 45 years.
Q&A: The Fray
Although pop and adult contemporary formats gravitated to The Fray’s pop sensibilities, the band’s rock roots have shined through the gloss and sheen with an electrifying live show.
Finding Her Voice
Equally comfortable belting out Heartland rock anthems or soul-wrenching songs, Ashley McBryde pulls no punches being true to herself, ignoring mainstream country tendencies.
Q&A: Trace Adkins
A former oil rigger from Louisiana, the 6-foot-6 honky-tonk baritone Trace Adkins is still standing tall behind a catalog of time-honored hit singles.
Q&A: Kenny Loggins
Kenny Loggins continues to demonstrate is his ability to use music to take a crowd on a journey not just through his career, but also through his life.
Raiding the Rock Vault
Golden Ones give Tulsa's music scene a dose of straight-up rock, bathed in classic glam that smacks listeners out of a post-alternative “come on and try to impress me” slumber.
Q&A: Jonny Lang
Regardless of which way Jonny Lang's songwriting takes him, the one constant that always figures to remain in place is his exquisite and thoroughly dynamic style of guitar playing.
Q&A: Old 97's
Since the band’s 1994 debut album "Hitchhike to Rhome," Old 97’s have mixed the explosiveness of punk rock and the raw sounds of alternative music with heavy doses of classic country swagger.
Let There Be Rock
Rocklahoma may have started as a festival built around ‘80s hair bands, but over the years has developed into much more, blending modern and classic rock.
Q&A: Gladys Knight
Very few singers over the last 50 years have matched Gladys Knight's unassailable artistry.
Q&A: Walk Off the Earth
A Canadian four-piece band, Walk Off the Earth, may have found fame with covers and YouTube exposure, but the group also produces plenty of catchy original tunes.
Powerful Pairings
Many music fans have dreamed of sitting down with their favorite artist to share a conversation, a drink, and maybe even a song or two. Vox Pop is making that dream a reality.
Q&A: 3 Doors Down
Songs like "Kryptonite" and "Here Without You" ruled the airwaves in the new century as 3 Doors Down cemented their multi-platinum status.
Q&A: Smash Mouth
The guys behind classics like "I'm a Believer," "All Star," and 'Walkin' on the Sun" will be bringing an arsenal of belters to the Skyline Event Center for some nostalgic singalongs.
Smells Like Indie Spirit
Spanning a variety of genres, Tulsa Little Jam gives listeners a chance to get a good sample of what Tulsa musicians have to offer while also supporting music education in Tulsa public schools.
Q&A: Willie Nelson
Few artists can hope to have a music career as long and as storied as 85-year-old Willie Nelson who's still on the road because it makes him happier than contemplating retirement.
Q&A: Better Than Ezra
Better Than Ezra, which quickly became a staple in the ’90s alt-rock scene following their debut album "Deluxe" in 1995, is still “GRATEFUL” to be touring and staying in touch with industry trends.
Extended Play
Soul City Gastropub will be transformed for three evenings to showcase 24 artists (and surprise guests) for an Americana and folk music version of "speed dating" during The Oklahoma Room event.
Q&A: David Spade
David Spade’s sarcastic brand of comedy came to national attention with his run on Saturday Night Live in the early 1990s and continued with television and movie success.
Now Ear This
Whether you prefer traditional jazz or something more experimental and avant-garde, the doors are open at Duet for a bit of everything, including a vibrant menu and an arsenal of drink options.
Q&A: Jon Pardi
Between his debut "Write You a Song" and subsequent hits, Jon Pardi continues to prove that as pop-oriented as country music has become, there’s always room for a classic-country-leaning artist.
Unsilent Night
Ring in the new year with a Red Dirt hangover at Cain’s Ballroom.
Q&A: Scotty McCreery
The road from the 10th season of "American Idol" led straight to a No. 1 debut album for Scotty McCreery, who has taken more control of his recordings and Elvis influence.
Smells Like Bean Spirit
Although the Descendents have been a band to repeatedly go on hiatus and reform, the band has been active since 2010, progressively getting busier and still looking for the perfect cup of coffee.
King of Spin
It hasn’t reclaimed its throne as the dominant format for music listening and recording; that ship has likely sailed in the digital era. But don’t tell that to vinyl’s rapidly increasing fanbase.
Q&A: Clint Black
Clint Black has remained one of country music’s most talented stars as a multi-instrumentalist who continues to write his own songs and achieve success without trading his attitude for soulless hits.
Spiritual Reawakening
Teresa Knox is breathing new life into The Church Studio that Leon Russell brought to musical prominence in the ‘70s.
A Scrapper, Like Woody
Woody Guthrie Prize recipient John Mellencamp takes up residence in Woody’s house with Rock & Roll Hall of Fame curated exhibition “Mellencamp.”
Out of the Ashes
Alice in Chains climbs back to the top as grunge survivors, continuing to cut its own path in the modern hard rock world.
Band Aid
The Vanguard is a destination room because it puts music first for both up-and-comers and those with larger followings, regardless of genre.
Beat This
With a vision and focus that struck him from an early age, Jason Gilardi has successfully built a career that’s kept him behind a drum kit in one manner or another through three decades and counting.
Q&A: Howie Mandel
Howie Mandel has proven to be as versatile an entertainer as there is in the business, but doing stand-up comedy is still what brings him the most joy.
Lip Service
With a little bit of soul and a whole lot of spirit, Soul City Gastropub creates an oasis for those looking to relax and enjoy music in a space that is welcoming to the artists and the listeners.
Q&A: I Love the 90's
The “I Love the 90’s” hip-hop-heavy lineup featuring Vanilla Ice, Young MC, Salt-N-Pepa and Rob Base brings familiar songs and familiar vibes, creating the perfect nostalgia trip to The Joint: Tulsa.
Music Maestro
Over the years, he’s been a record executive, radio and television personality and rock historian. Around here, though, Eddie Trunk is known as the face of Rocklahoma and a lover of all things rock.
Ear We Go
As Rocklahoma enters its 12th year, it’s become a staple event for the Midwest rock community while continuing to steer through the challenges that come with organizing a summer festival in Oklahoma.
Q&A: 38 Special
Southern rockers 38 Special are still “Rockin’ into the Night” with their red-blooded and blue-collared songs that blend melody and harmony with just enough grit to take you “Back to Paradise.”
Getting in Tune
The Woody Guthrie Center focuses on carrying Guthrie's vision and legacy into the future while keeping in touch with his past, and helping Oklahoma youth find their own voices.
Q&A: Olivia Newton-John
Aussie songbird Olivia Newton-John revisits her enormous hit catalog with a voice that over the decades has lost none of its ethereal sweetness and emotional intimacy.
Sound Decisions
After chasing the proverbial brass ring following their stint on "The Voice," Alaska and Madi have found a degree of contentment in their success thus far, while still working to reach the next level.
Q&A: Peter Cetera
Peter Cetera’s setlist balances material from both his solo albums and time in Chicago, while helping the audience put a “face” to the songs that probably jump-started plenty of relationships.
Pop’s Big Payoff
Indie rocker Annie Clark, also known as St. Vincent, continues to ride the success of 2017’s Masseduction while teaching a master class on overcoming the challenges of life and facing the future.
Q&A: Criss Angel
The Mindfreak brings his famous sleight of hand, street magic, mentalism, and even some of his most iconic illusions to life in an intimate, raw setting.
Home-Chord Advantage
The Wright Brothers’ singular focus bridges genres and presents one of Tulsa’s most promising pop albums (Cosmic Hearts) in years.
The 20 Greatest Okie Musicians
It’s nearly impossible to pick only 20 of the best singers, songwriters and musicians in Oklahoma’s history. But we gave it our best shot. Let the debates begin.
Q&A: Roots and Boots
Sammy Kershaw, Aaron Tippin and Collin Raye are proving their boots still have plenty of “sole” as they deliver the hits that bolstered ‘90s country music to the top of the charts.
Road Warriors
A dozen years after forming and a decade past its initial CD release, the Turnpike Troubadours have climbed into the upper echelon of Red Dirt acts, building an ever-growing national audience.
Q&A: Eddie Money
With blue-collar rock hits such as “Shakin’,” “Two Tickets to Paradise,” and "Baby Hold On," the raspy-voiced rocker Eddie Money is still giving fans their money’s worth.
Q&A: Starship Featuring Mickey Thomas
A fixture on the classic rock tour, Mickey Thomas’s band sounds as youthful as ever while continuing to prove that nothing’s gonna stop Starship from laying it on the line for fans.
Hometown Soul
For music fans rooted in the independent Americana music scene, singer-songwriter John Moreland continues to balance “bummer tunes” and staying clear of soul-sucking jobs by gaining national acclaim.
Toasting Tradition
The vibe at Caz’s Pub falls somewhere between dive bar and eclectic man cave, with a seat at the bar (or tables) for anyone who enters, regardless of where they fall in the social spectrum.
Q&A: Lynyrd Skynyrd
The pioneering Southern rock group Lynyrd Skynyrd continues to flex its staying power muscle behind classic-rock staples like “Sweet Home Alabama,” “Gimme Three Steps,” and the iconic “Free Bird.”
Pour Decisions
With so many specialty brews available this time of year, what really sets Oktoberfest suds apart from the usual go-to beers?
Facing the Music
Maren Morris promises to not only put a new shine on country, but potentially parlay her fresh blend of styles into pop stardom, as well.
Q&A: Cole Swindell
Cole Swindell has graduated from selling tour merchandise for Luke Bryan, writing songs for Florida Georgia Line, and opening for Kenny Chesney, to “Chillin’ It” at the top of the charts on his own.
Acing the Bar
Offering a cure for whatever “ales” you, George’s Pub stocks nearly 80 bottled brews, a strong whiskey selection and a menu that will have you questioning if the place is really just a bar.
Treble in Paradise
The Colony is where Tulsa’s musical past and present collide, giving us a glimpse of a future focused on tunes geared around strong songwriting with musicianship at the forefront.
Q&A: Ralphie May
The fearless funnyman with a renewed Las Vegas residency may be tired of the politically correct boo-hooing, but his standup act is helping fuel a national comedy boom.
Bar Bucket List
Not every trip to your local watering hole is going to be memorable. But utilize a few of our ideas and it may become legendary.
Lawn in Order
If you’re looking for a great way to experience the best of downtown and enjoy some great entertainment and local music, don’t overlook the Guthrie Green.
Hair Apparent
With a citywide marketing campaign, and audiences growing weekly at Safari Joe’s H2O, Morgan Ganem is poised to take his mix of dance beats, rock sensibility, and Caribbean rhythms to the masses.
Ale Yeah!
Dead Armadillo is cranking out innovative beers, plenty of small-batch suds and consistent favorites thanks to brewmaster Tony Peck’s process and a desire to put a cold pint in your hand.
Imperfectly Perfect
With a combination of great food, good drinks, and excellent original music, Soul City is an eclectic gastropub to get a Wabi-sabi fix and feed both your belly and spirit.
Splendor in the Glass
Tired of the overplayed trendy drinks? Area bartenders pour it on straight with their recommendations for getting the most enjoyment out of each sip.
The Beat Goes On
Whether on the patio or gathered around the bar, at The Hunt Club you’re likely to find little drama, great live music and a mix of hipsters, businessmen, and even a punk-rocker on any given night.
The Downtown Sound
Looking for live music? You can find a little of everything from hip-hop and rock to blues and punk with a walk down the Brady District’s music corridor.
Doppelgangers Delight
While playing cover songs doesn’t hold much creative gain for musicians, it is a way to make a little coin and stay connected to music.
