February’s Velvet Sessions at the Hard Rock Hotel is none other than The Lemonheads. I’ve been a huge fan of the band since they broke onto the music scene in the mid-90s. Yes, that means I was listening to them back when I was in high school.

Needless to say I was pretty stoked when I saw an e-mail come my way about the February 23rd show.

One of the interesting things about this particular Velvet Sessions, is The Lemonheads are going to perform each track from their cult classic “It’s A Shame About Ray” from start to finish. Suh-weet!

This is one of the album’s more well-known tracks:

As you know tickets are $29 in advance online, and $35 at the door. There are also VIP packages available for $50 (includes special viewing area and private bar). For additional details and to purchase tickets visit VelvetSessions.com.

Universal Orlando Resort‘s annual Mardi Gras talent line-up was recent announced for 2012, and this year certainly boasts an impressive list of performers: Kelly Clarkson, Diana Ross, Jill Scott, The B-52s, Cyndi Lauper and more. Here’s a peek:

Personally, I’m really looking forward to seeing Kelly Clarkson (the best American Idol winner, in my opinion) as well as Cyndi Lauper (you know we’re big fans)! Are you excited to see any of these concerts this year?

Here’s hoping Miss Clarkson will perform her latest single:



The first date Saturday, February 11th. More information and the complete line-up of artists can be found on Universal Orlando’s website.

Don’t miss your chance to see the awesomeness that is Texas-based, alt-country band the Old 97′s at Orlando’s The Plaza “LIVE.”

They’ve been around for years … you may even remember seeing them in the Vince Vaughn & Jennifer Aniston flick, “The Breakup” … fun fact: they’re one of Vince Vaughn’s favorite bands!

Details:

When … Monday, January 23

Where … The Plaza “LIVE”

Time … 8 p.m. (Pre-show and doors at 5)

Tickets … $22.95

See you there!

I know many, many Jimmy Buffett fans in this world. Personally, I’ve never been able to get on the Buffett Train and definitely am very far from being a Parrothead. That being said, I totally appreciate and respect both his talent and what he’s contributed to music history. Not to mention the little bit of business he contributes to our local economy.

So I’m sure my Parrotthead friends living here in Central Florida will be completely stoked to learn Mr. Buffett is brining his live music experience to our Amway Center in early February of 2012. Saturday, February 4th, to be exact. Now, I’m familiar with popular songs like “Cheeseburger in Paradise” (duh, obviously) and a couple of others, but what’s your favorite Buffett track? What would you expect to hear him sing at a live show?

You can purchase tickets for the Jimmy Buffett concert at Amway Center here*.

* Not an affiliate link.

Living legend Paul Simon has a new album out and a tour to support it. And he’ll be bringing said tour to the Central Florida area on December 4th. Specifically, he’ll be performing at UCF Arena.

If you recently saw Paul Simon on the 9/11 tribute, you were just as moved as I when he performed the Simon & Garfunkel classic “The Sound of Silence”:

More information–including purchasing tickets–on Paul Simon’s Central Florida performance can be found on the UCF Arena website.

Have you ever seen Paul Simon perform live before? We’d love to hear about your experience.

You might recall an earlier post siting a groovy band called Cut Copy paying a little visit to our Firestone Live. Well this past Saturday night was the night, and the band did not disappoint.

A nearly packed-out crowd, Firestone is the perfect venue for a band like Cut Copy: not too big, not too small. As usual, we managed to snap some photos and even some video (not the best, and you can hear myself and a friend gabbing away if you watch one of the clips on our YouTube Channel). But we hope you enjoy.

If you ever have the opportunity to catch Cut Copy perform live, I strongly encourage you to do so.

Who’s heading to this FREE concert in Downtown Orlando Saturday? I snagged a couple of VIP passes from Orlando Downtown Development Board so I plan to check it out.  For the full schedule, head over to Facebook.

By now you know we here at Pulse are obsessed with music, and are big fans of The B-52′s. We’ve seen them perform live various times, and if you’re looking for a good time–and FREE–then WMMO’s Free Concert Series is the place to be.

Here are some deets on the event:

WHAT: Free Downtown Concert
WHEN: October 8th, 2011
WHERE: In front of the Amway Center, Downtown Orlando

Join 98.9 WMMO October 8th For Another Free Concert Featuring B-52′s! All The Fun Starts At 4PM, Fun Vendors, Delicious Food, And Plenty To Drink.

For more information, please visit http://www.wmmo.com/s/b52s/.

Here’s one of my personal favorite tracks by the band:



Hmmm…wonder if our good friend Colleen Burns of Yelp Orlando will be attending?

Ingram Hill

I’ve been to World of Beer in Dr. Phillips a few times, and each time I’ve remarked that they manage to bring in some great live music.  So when I was there over the weekend jamming out to local favorite, The Lighter Exchange, I noticed a poster for Ingram Hill taped up behind the stage.  Memphis-bred Ingram Hill has opened for several well-known bands and is now promoting their CD, “Look your Best.”

So, if you’re looking for some solid live music and are a fan of beer, check them out at the World of Beer in Dr. Phillips September 26, or World of Beer in Lake Mary September 27.