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Q&A: Hamza Haq talks Bash's evolution, season 4 of 'Transplant'
Tue, Jun 17th 2025 06:35 pm
"Transplant" ended its third season with the fate of its two main characters very much up in the air. Dr. Bashir "Bash" Hamed (Hamza Haq) was again experiencing time and memory lapses, and Dr. Magalie "Mags" Leblanc (Laurence Leboeuf) - while celebrating her dream job - was told a new heart was awaiting her at Canada's York Memorial.
Q&A: 'Superpowered' Samantha Fish to perform at Babeville's Asbury Hall
Tue, Jun 17th 2025 04:15 pm
When crafting her new solo album, "Paper Doll," Samantha Fish did what any good singer/songwriter should so: She leaned into her "superpowers."
Buffalo leaves indelible mark on 'Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story' stars, director
Thu, Jun 12th 2025 09:45 pm
Production wrapped this week on "Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story," the Hallmark "Countdown to Christmas" movie shot in and centered on Buffalo. Though the film crew was only in town for about two months - first at the holidays and then again the past few weeks - Western New York left a lasting impression.
'Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story': Hallmark looks to shine spotlight on Buffalo
Fri, May 23rd 2025 01:55 pm
As the Buffalo Bills were making a run for a Super Bowl championship late last season, another team was in town looking to claim a television title.
Steven Page to headline Academy Park concert in Lewiston
Fri, May 23rd 2025 11:00 am
Steven Page will perform Friday, June 6, on the Alphonso I. DiMino Memorial Band Shell. He will be joined by Steven Page Trio bandmates Craig Northey (guitar, vocals) and Kevin Fox (cello, vocals).
Hollywood comes to Buffalo, as Hallmark brings 'Countdown to Christmas' to town with 'Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story'
Fri, May 23rd 2025 10:30 am
For the next few weeks, the Buffalo Bills will be playing in Hallmark Stadium.
Q&A: Hanako Greensmith on 'Chicago Fire' season finale, and what could be next for Violet
Thu, May 15th 2025 08:50 pm
It's been an intense year for the members of Chicago's Firehouse 51.
Q&A: From underdog to top dog, Amanda Barise gaining confidence on 'American Idol'
Fri, Apr 11th 2025 03:35 pm
Singing "It's a Man's Man's Man's World" on "American Idol" was a moment of redemption for Amanda Barise.
World tour brings Grand Island's Marc Scibilia back home
Wed, Apr 2nd 2025 08:50 am
High on Marc Scibilia's to-do list when returning home to Grand Island this week was to settle a longstanding local debate.
Hallmark ace & 'Hearts Around the Table' star Ashley Newbrough piloting new film collections
Fri, Mar 21st 2025 03:50 pm
Wouldn't it be nice if Hallmark Channel characters - and the actors who bring them to life - had a longer runway with which to work? What if we want to know what comes after happily ever after? Ashley Newbrough has a solution.
Q&A: 'Mystery Island' star Elizabeth Henstridge on bringing fun, adventure back for part II
Mon, Mar 10th 2025 08:50 am
Mystery Island (the place) is like an escape room - but instead of its players working out the puzzle within an enclosed unit, the game takes place on a luxurious landmass. Gourmet meals and choice wines replace beer and chips, with couture collections swapped in for ripped jeans and ballcaps. It's a picture-perfect presentation ... until someone gets murdered.
Our Lady Peace aims to please, show they're only getting better, on 30th anniversary tour
Fri, Feb 28th 2025 03:50 pm
Our Lady Peace is only looking forward as they mark 30 years.
Collective Soul to accompany Our Lady Peace on 30th anniversary Canadian tour
Thu, Feb 27th 2025 12:00 pm
For someone who hails from Atlanta, Georgia - some 950 miles (or 1,530 kilometers) from Toronto - Collective Soul bassist Will Turpin sure knows a lot about Canadian music.
Q&A: Kacey Rohl on entertaining, action-packed 'Star Trek: Section 31'
Thu, Jan 23rd 2025 06:55 pm
Having already released three exceptional live-action "Star Trek" series, Paramount+ has set a high bar for future Roddenberry-inspired projects. Of course, when we're talking about one of the world's biggest, most-beloved franchises - not to mention its storied "Trekkies" fanbase - expectations are already off the chart.
Q&A: Nick Wechsler on 'The Hunting Party,' relishing his role on 'Roswell'
Wed, Jan 22nd 2025 07:00 am
A joint government intelligence team is tasked with reclaiming these lawbreakers - and, above all else, keeping "The Pit" a secret. Leading the charge is FBI Special Agent Rebecca "Bex" Henderson (Melissa Roxburgh) and sketchy CIA operative Jacob Hassani (Patrick Sabongui). They're joined by former "Pit" prison guard Shane Florence (Josh McKenzie) and Army Maj. Jennifer Morales (Sara Garcia).
Q&A: 'Found' star Gabrielle Walsh drawn to show's shocking twists, turns & triumphs
Tue, Jan 14th 2025 03:00 pm
Finding missing persons is nothing new for series television - but unique to NBC's "Found" is a story in which the captive becomes the captor.
Joshua Maloni's celebrity interviews of 2024
Fri, Dec 27th 2024 09:15 pm
In 2024, we learned celebrities have many jobs: They are models, salespeople, influencers, cooks, sports team owners and political pundits.
Q&A: 'Chicago P.D.'s' Toya Turner finally finds her cop show
Mon, Nov 11th 2024 08:20 pm
Toya Turner's "Shotgun" Mary beat the hell out of demons on the Netflix series "Warrior Nun." Fans might've expected the same strike-first sensibility when Turner recently debuted on season 12 of NBC's "Chicago P.D." While her character, Kiana Cook, has held her own in a cavalcade of physical obstacles, villains and supernatural-type challenges, this crimefighter has put smarts above smashes - and earned a place on the coveted intelligence unit in the process.
Hard work leads to success for Brennley Brown; Q&A with 'Miracle Story' singer
Fri, Nov 1st 2024 04:00 pm
When Western New Yorkers watch Brennley Brown on stage at Life Church Buffalo, and hear her unique country-Christian musical offerings, they might ask themselves, "Where did this trailblazer come from?" Surprisingly, the answer is California.
'Tis the season of giving back (to fans) for Little Big Town; Q&A with Kimberly Schlapman
Fri, Oct 25th 2024 05:45 pm
In Little Big Town's 25th anniversary, the country music hitmakers took a page from fast-food restaurants, movie theaters and the Mars company in offering combos: Delicious, value-driven, delightfully indulgent pairings sure to satisfy both new and especially tried and true fans.
'Chicago P.D.': Atwater finds solace in new love interest; Q&A with LaRoyce Hawkins
Tue, Oct 8th 2024 11:35 am
For 12 seasons, "Chicago P.D." intelligence unit officer Kevin Atwater has been the model for good police work, community advocacy and family togetherness. A real pillar of human virtue. So, why is his creator desperate to take this character in another direction?
Q&A: Natalie Layne to make Buffalo debut at fall Kingdom Bound concert
Wed, Oct 2nd 2024 05:15 pm
Natalie Layne is a musical prodigy and, because of that, it wouldn't be shocking if the 20-something Colorado singer and pianist was, well, a little full of herself. Fortunately, a phone interview revealed Layne is as she comes across in her lyrics and videos: joyful.
Fantastic fan-favorite Kristin Kreuk previews new FOX series 'Murder in a Small Town'
Thu, Sep 12th 2024 03:25 pm
In much the same way her character, Lana Lang, stole the heart of one Clark Kent, Kristin Kreuk stole TV viewers' hearts when she starred on the much-loved "Smallville."
Q&A with Blues Traveler's Brendan Hill
Fri, Aug 9th 2024 11:00 am
Platinum-selling New Jersey rock, soul and, yes, blues mainstays, Blues Traveler will co-headline an Aug. 16 outdoor concert at Artpark in Lewiston. They're joining up with anthemic Colorado rock 'n' roll quartet Big Head Todd and the Monsters for a fun double-bill.
Q&A with Gin Blossoms' Jesse Valenzuela
Fri, Aug 9th 2024 11:00 am
Grammy-nominated alt-rock band Gin Blossoms - the pride of the music scene in Tempe, Arizona - will headline an outdoor concert Sunday, Aug. 11, at Artpark in Lewiston. The triple-bill includes Toad the Wet Sprocket and Vertical Horizon.
Q&A with Toad the Wet Sprocket's Glen Phillips
Fri, Aug 9th 2024 11:00 am
When it comes to making music for the right reasons, it's hard for Glen Phillips to rely on his good intentions (when his head's full of things that he can't mention).
The '90s return to Lewiston: Artpark to welcome Gin Blossoms, Toad the Wet Sprocket, Blues Traveler, Bush
Fri, Aug 9th 2024 11:00 am
Artpark & Company's season is about to feature a string of artists that emerged in the 1990s, including Gin Blossoms, Toad the Wet Sprocket, Blues Traveler and Bush.
Bush at Artpark: Gavin Rossdale still striving for success & connection with crowds
Fri, Aug 9th 2024 10:55 am
Of all the posts Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale has enjoyed over his stellar career - musician, actor, fashion designer - there is one profession he still pines for: Painter.
Q&A: Anne Wilson to bring 'REBEL' spirit to Kingdom Bound
Fri, Jul 26th 2024 11:10 am
Everything you need to know about Anne Wilson can be found in "Songs About Whiskey."
Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo find unconventional path to chart-topping success
Fri, Jul 26th 2024 11:00 am
Forty-plus years ago, the music of Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo struck like a Mike Tyson uppercut, with their words compelling even the most stoic and hardest-hearted rock critics to exclaim "Love is a battlefield!" Her matchless mezzo-soprano voice paired with his steel-twisting guitar licks ripped a hole in the music industry and opened the door for a sound - and a style - that would help define a decade. The musical duo shook the heavens and rattled the earth with their powerful 1980s-era prose.
Q&A: Slash sets sights on blues with new festival
Fri, Jul 26th 2024 10:55 am
Grammy Award-winning Rock & Roll Hall of Fame guitar legend Slash brings his inaugural traveling blues festival to Artpark on Tuesday, July 30. The tour is in support of "Orgy of the Damned," an album that features the iconic guitarist performing a selection of blues songs along with an impressive list of guest vocalists.
Pat Benatar looking forward to Artpark; Neil Giraldo promises 'combination of a little bit from every record'
Fri, Jul 19th 2024 11:00 am
When it comes to having a good time on stage, Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo have two very different definitions.
Q&A: It's all about the food for 'BBQ Brawl' judge and 'Bobby's Triple Threat' 'Titan' Brooke Williamson
Fri, Jul 12th 2024 01:55 pm
When it comes to food fights, Brooke Williamson has many titles: Competitor, celebrity, champion. But her preference is chef.
Q&A: Christmas is in, but hot chocolate is definitely out, for Hallmark star Ashley Newbrough
Mon, Jul 8th 2024 11:15 am
Ashley Newbrough's characters are all about second chances. But in real life, the in-demand Canadian-American actress can't help but hold a grudge. ... Against hot chocolate.
Q&A: Dispatch working to make world a better place; excited to return to Artpark
Mon, Jun 17th 2024 03:25 pm
When you see Dispatch live in Lewiston, know that you're helping to make the world a better place.
Q&A: The Bacon Brothers bringing their own style of music to Buffalo
Fri, Jun 7th 2024 03:20 pm
Kevin Bacon - the A-list actor seemingly connected to everyone within "Six Degrees" - and Michael Bacon, a multiple-award-winning composer - let their songs do their defining.
Q&A: Michael Glabicki working on new music ahead of Youngstown concert
Fri, May 31st 2024 10:45 am
Five years ago, when speaking with this writer, former Rusted Root lead singer Michael Glabicki said that, career-wise, he was the happiest he had been in 30 years.
Q&A: Spin Doctors frontman Chris Barron to perform in Youngstown
Fri, May 31st 2024 10:15 am
Perhaps the only thing more remarkable than Chris Barron making it big in one band is that he almost made it big in two bands.
Bachman to bring BTO to Fallsview
Tue, May 21st 2024 04:00 pm
When Randy Bachman returns to Fallsview Casino next month, he'll do so with the band name he made famous more than 50 years ago.
Q&A: 'Unsung Hero' brings Rebecca St. James' origin story to the big screen
Fri, Apr 26th 2024 05:30 pm
Rebecca St. James has lived a life destined for greatness and bound for the big screen.
 

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