Soundstage

Counting Crows perform songs off their fifth studio release, Saturday Nights & Sunday Mornings, a tightly crafted concept album combining emotional highs and lows. The Saturday Nights songs are upbeat, pairing subtle but expressive lyrics with fast-paced, brazen electric guitar; the Sunday Mornings selections have a more reflective, subdued tone. Lead singer Adam Duritz starts the night off right with a raucous version of the CD opener “1492,” then sings of loss in the moody “Washington Square,” accompanied by piano and acoustic guitar. His no-holds-barred emotion also resonates in slower songs like “Le Ballet d'Or” and “When I Dream of Michelangelo.”

Taped at the Soundstage studio this September, in Chicago, Chris and his long-time band perform some of his childhood favorites such as "Mele Kalikimaka" and "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" in addition to classic holiday standards ranging from "White Christmas" to "Chestnuts." Isaak also includes some holiday originals such as "Washington Square" and "Hey Santa." Other songs performed are "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas," "Blue Christmas," "Let it Snow" and "I'll Be Home for Christmas" to name a few. Joining Chris on a number of duets will be Michael Buble, Brian McKnight, and Stevie Nicks.

The classic lineup from the longest-lasting and most successful of the 1970s progressive rock groups—Rick Wakeman, Jon Anderson, Steve Howe, and Chris Squire—come together for a concert celebrating Yes's 35th year. From the Tsongas Arena in Massachusetts, they play classics such as "Going for the One," "Your Move/All Good People," and "Yours Is No Disgrace," as well as dazzling acoustic versions of "Long Distance Runaround," "Roundabout," and "Owner of a Lonely Heart."

Jennifer Nettles voice can hold its own in any setting, but exceeds expectations alongside partner Kristian Bushs mandolin strumming at the Grainger Studio

Singer-songwriter-performer Macy Gray's unique voice is instantly recognizable as one of the most distinctive in all of pop music.

Three Dog Night on Soundstage, Chicago in 1975. Setlist: One-- The Family Of Man-- Shambala-- An Old Fashion Love Song-- 'Till The World Ends-- Try A Little Tenderness-- Pianola Rag-- Pieces Of April-- Eli's Coming-- Celebrate-- The Show Must Go On-- Joy To The World

Sultry vocalist and pianist Norah Jones is known for a unique blend of jazz and traditional vocal pop with hints of bluesy country and contemporary folk. Her debut album sold 18 million copies worldwide and earned Jones eight Grammy Awards. In this special show filmed in 2010 at St. Ann’s Warehouse in Brooklyn, Jones performs a blend of covers by the likes of Tom Waits and Wilco, hits such as “Don’t Know Why” and “Come Away With Me,” and tracks from her fourth album, "The Fall."

A documentary about the making of Ship of Fools.

Tori Amos Live at Soundstage, Chicago, Illinois, May 2nd 2003. Songs include: 1. Wampum Prayer 2. A Sorta Fairytale 3. Bliss 4. Horses 5. Black-Dove (January) 6. Wednesday improv / China 7. Jackie's Strength 8. Taxi Ride 9. Precious Things 10. Cornflake Girl

Quintessential alternative rockers, Sonic Youth, celebrate free-form experimentalism while reinforcing their performance-art driven tradition in this Soundstage performance, recorded on May 7, 2003 at WTTW Grainger Studio in Chicago. The band, which settles just outside the realm of definition, delivers a part rock, part free-form noise, part avant-garde punk performance which features a new song "Sympathy for the Strawberry."

Legendary on the live music circuit, Chicago-based Umphrey’s McGee has perfected the art of progressive improvisation. With swirling guitar textures, multi-faceted arrangements and their signature blend of power and finesse, the sextet brings jamming to a new level. This special live performance, recorded in High-Definition and mixed in 5.1 Surround Sound for the PBS concert series Soundstage, showcases the band’s spontaneity and dazzling musicianship. The incredible 13-song set (including six favorites not shown during the original PBS broadcast) is also supplemented by two bonus tracks – “Made To Measure” and “Wizard Burial Ground” – recorded at the Auditorium Theatre in Chicago. Featuring: Ocean Billy, Higgins, Got Your Milk (Right Here), Out Of Order, Great American, The Bottom Half, Walletsworth, Believe The Lie, Eat, Words, Morning Song, Alex’s House, Glory Plus the Live Bonus Tracks: Made To Measure, Wizard Burial Ground

This concert premieres on PBS February 12, 2009 Seal’s one-of-a-kind soaring, husky baritone is perfect for any genre. He’s delighted fans and earned critical acclaim while staying true to classic, honest songwriting in his remarkable two-decade career. And now, he’s done it again with the release of his exceptional sixth studio album Soul. Together with legendary music producer David Foster, Seal adds his signature touch to some of the best soul songs ever created. In a stunning performance, Seal evokes an era when music vividly captured emotion and romance. Joined by Foster, as well as a choir and string section, Seal takes on Ann Pebbles’ “I Can’t Stand the Rain,” Sam Cooke’s “A Change Is Gonna Come” and Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes’ “If You Don’t Know Me By Now.”

Singer-songwriter Lyle Lovett has never been better than in this live show that sees him backed by a 26-piece orchestra and a 16-piece band. Lovett sings several covers from his 2003 album "Smile," with singer-songwriter Randy Newman joining him on several songs. Trumpeter Mark Ishman is the other welcome guest, helping to bring the show to a rapturous close as Lovett shows off his considerable range by singing a number of gospel classics.