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John Mellencamp collaborator Mike Wanchic talks greatest hits, Farm Aid, Indiana music video shoots
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CINCINNATI, Ohio (WOUB) — John Mellencamp has been a Rock Hall inductee since 2008, but he’s vociferously resisted nostalgic shows until this year’s Dancing Words Tour: The Greatest Hits. According… Read More
Denver author Tom Cladis discusses trusting characters in debut fantasy book, Cleveland career detour
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DENVER, Colorado (WOUB) — As a young flight attendant, Cleveland was “not my first choice” as an operating base for Denver native Tom Cladis. But trusting the process led to… Read More
Kool & The Gang leader talks Ohio origin and Rock Hall induction as “Celebration” commemorates 250th
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (WOUB) — PBS’ Capitol Fourth: 250th Weekend Celebration airs on WOUB-TV Friday at 8 p.m. ET. The star-studded program includes “Celebration” players Kool & The Gang, whose origin… Read More
Noah Kahan reveals surprise influences and feelings on Americana genre before sold-out stadium tour
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CINCINNATI, Ohio (WOUB) — “Blue dot fever” may be roiling the live music industry in 2026, culminating in even big stars canceling shows or tours altogether; but Noah Kahan has… Read More
Melissa Etheridge talks carrying the fire of Johnny Cash on Wynonna Judd tour & Chris Stapleton duet
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HUBER HEIGHTS, Ohio (WOUB) — In 1993, Melissa Etheridge arguably became the first LGBTQ musician to see commercial success skyrocket after coming out publicly. Eight months later, she released her… Read More
Hannah Cohen discusses eclectic influences, eclipse inspiration, and Cocteau Twins partnership shock
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NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) — Hannah Cohen is renowned for her ethereal vocals, lushly orchestrated music, and vibrant visuals, which she’ll showcase at the 2026 Nelsonville Music Festival Saturday. But she… Read More
Rita Wilson reflects on ‘Sound of a Woman’ journey, facing fears and sparking connections on tour
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PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania (WOUB) — Rita Wilson may be a celebrated actress (Sleepless in Seattle, Runaway Bride) and film producer (My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Mamma Mia!) with a star-studded comedy… Read More
The Temptations’ Otis Williams looks back on ‘My Girl’ magic, resilience, and 65 years of performing
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PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania (WOUB) — The Temptations have weathered many challenges in their 65 years, but Otis Williams has been their bedrock. In fact, he co-wrote their first couple of singles…. Read More
Jacob Tolliver recalls Little Richard, Jerry Lee Lewis & Bobby Bare before Southern Ohio Museum show
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PORTSMOUTH, Ohio (WOUB) — Portsmouth pianist Jacob Tolliver tells WOUB he didn’t know Bobby Bare was born in neighboring Ironton and raised in Pedro until the two shared a stage… Read More
Concert production pioneer Scott Scovill discusses revelations on chasing dreams in ‘Tenacious’ book
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NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WOUB) — Moo TV founder Scott Scovill has worked on countless tours, including large-scale productions by Hall of Famers like Garth Brooks, Whitney Houston, Ozzy Osbourne, David Bowie… Read More
Fantastic Negrito reflects on winning inaugural NPR Tiny Desk Contest, upcycling and Bay Area greats
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (WOUB) – Roughly 7,000 artists submit NPR Tiny Desk Contest applications every year. Fantastic Negrito was the first contest winner and he’s won three Grammys since his electrifying… Read More
Omarion talks B2K reunion, allure in music videos, reclaiming the backflip & new millennium optimism
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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOUB) — R&B star Omarion, frontman of B2K, brings the Millennium Tour to Ohio with the group, alongside Bow Wow, Pretty Ricky, Amerie, Jeremih, Waka Flocka, Yung Joc,… Read More
From Cleveland to Antarctica: Chelsea Handler ponders personal growth and joy for High & Mighty Tour
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Chelsea Handler wasn’t fazed about speaking with Ohio public media while vacationing in Istanbul. As it turns out, the Buckeye State holds a special place in… Read More
Dionne Warwick talks honoring lost loved ones in concert, befriending her idols, and new duets album
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WARREN, Ohio (WOUB) — When Dionne Warwick performed Walk On By at her 2024 induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the sold-out crowd at Rocket Arena —… Read More
Jessica Willis Fisher talks ‘Blooming’ and Alice Peacock tour after Ireland’s Your Roots Are Showing
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (WOUB) — Fresh off Ireland’s Your Roots Are Showing folk music conference in Belfast last month, Jessica Willis Fisher brings its collaborative spirit on tour with Alice Peacock… Read More
‘Gabby’s Dollhouse Live’ producer talks theater tour, Grateful Dead inspiration and public libraries support
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AKRON, Ohio (WOUB) — Since premiering in 2021, Gabby’s Dollhouse has featured dozens of songs across its 12 seasons of Netflix episodes. By the time Gabby’s first live theater production… Read More
Taylor Momsen talks Madonna and Soundgarden collabs, Jim Carrey Grinch “kismet” Rock Hall reunion
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LOS ANGELES, California (WOUB) — When watching Cindy Lou Who gallivant around Whoville in 2000’s Christmas box office smash How the Grinch Stole Christmas, it might be hard to imagine… Read More
Melissa Carper chats Christmas album & tour, cheeseball awe, record distribution and Americana scene
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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOUB) — When Melissa Carper sings Dumpster Divin’ on Christmas Eve, her ode to holiday frugality is heartfelt. Speaking to WOUB before crossing into Canada, she pauses our… Read More
Twenty One Pilots talk Ohio roots, rise to stadium shows, White Stripes’ Rock Hall of Fame induction
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LOS ANGELES, California (WOUB) — When WOUB last interviewed Twenty One Pilots, it was just before they played Athens’ 250 person capacity Union Bar & Grill (18 W. Union St.)… Read More
Gold medalist Scott Hamilton talks Rust Belt Rock roots & rebirth with Nashville arena CARES spectacle
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NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WOUB) — Scott Hamilton’s most famous victory was winning the Gold Medal for men’s single figure skating at the 1984 Winter Olympics in Sarajevo, Yugoslavia (modern-day Bosnia), a… Read More
Chappell Roan talks Cyndi Lauper impact in Rock Hall red carpet interview: ‘she laid that groundwork’
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LOS ANGELES, California (WOUB) — Chappell Roan’s vibrant new music video The Subway unfolds in Cyndi Lauper’s hometown of New York City and matches Lauper’s unmistakable flair—even though Roan’s small-town… Read More
Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo recall Rick Derringer, Parma roots, Ohio arena rock amid Bryan Adams tour
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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOUB) – When Bryan Adams’ Roll With the Punches Tour stops at Cleveland’s Rocket Arena (1 Center Court), the “Groover from Vancouver” may find his opening act earning… Read More
Randy Travis reflects on miracle survival, Carrie Underwood homage, and band unity on More Life Tour
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TIFFIN, Ohio (WOUB) — When the Eagles’ Don Henley arrived to record More Life with Randy Travis, he refused to perform the duet—opting instead to sing harmony. Henley’s change of… Read More
Del McCoury recalls Opry debut with Bill Monroe, touring Japan and supercharging his career after 50
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MARIETTA, Ohio (WOUB) — The bluegrass genre takes its name from Bill Monroe and his band, the Blue Grass Boys. This Friday, the Peoples Bank Theatre (222 Putnam St.) welcomes… Read More
Weird Al Yankovic talks packing arenas, key parodies, MTV stardom, band unity, 42 years touring Ohio
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CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio (WOUB) — When California Polytechnic architecture graduate Alfred Yankovic visited Manhattan this summer, it wasn’t for skyscraper construction. “Weird Al” sold out Manhattan’s largest venue, telling WOUB,… Read More
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