One of the most acclaimed records in modern music history was performed Wednesday at Artpark. Original Beach Boys members Brian Wilson and Al Jardine teamed with a talented backing band (including longtime bandmate Blondie Chaplin, and Jardine's son, Matt) to present "Pet Sounds."

Lauded by words like "epic" (Cryptic Rock), "majestic sonic roller coaster" (RocknLoad), "dynamic and heavy" (Riff), "emotionally engaging" (NewReleaseToday) and "aptly named" (Plugged In), Skillet's anticipated "Victorious" is available today, entering iTunes album chart at No. 1.

Sarah McLachlan returned to Artpark to perform with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. The musical icon, Lilith Fair creator and Sarah McLachlan School of Music founder was, per usual, vocally dynamic, making for a memorable occasion. As she did in 2014, McLachlan shared stories, explained song origins and thanked fans for supporting her now 31-year career.

Kingdom Bound was the epicenter of love, kindness, forgiveness and, yes, tolerance. It didn't matter who showed up - what they wore, who they dated, mistakes they'd made - everyone was greeted warmly, and given encouragement to live their best life.

When Kingdom Bound Ministries Executive Director Donna Russo said, "As I was preparing for the (Kingdom Bound) festival, I felt the Lord bring me to James 1:22, 'But be doers of the word, and not hearers only,' " then she was probably expecting something along the lines of Matthew 22.

So, if 2+2 = 4 - if Jesus said to love people, and Russo sought to encourage folks to act on his words - then Kingdom Bound should've been a place of acceptance.

For the first time ever, Sony Pictures' classic film "Ghostbusters" is coming to "Halloween Horror Nights" at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort. The attraction will bring the most memorable scenes, characters and supernatural spirits from one of pop culture's most iconic films to life in immersive mazes based off the 1984 classic at the nation's premier Halloween events, starting this September.

Multi-Platinum, four-time Grammy-nominated rock band Goo Goo Dolls have officially announced their 12th studio album, "Miracle Pill," will release Sept. 13 via Warner Records.

Drop down the final credits, that's (unfortunately) a wrap.  Recently, the Tribune was informed that Four Seasons Cinema, located off Military Road and 4th Avenue, will be closing within the next month, around the first week of August or sooner. 

A smaller but peppier Artpark crowd was treated to the most fun concert of the 2019 "Tuesdays in the Park" concert series this week. Sugar Ray, Better Than Ezra and Emerson Hart of Tonic had people on their feet, singing and dancing along to some of the 1990's biggest hits.

When was the last time you saw 40,000 youth in church?

Brooke Williams is sort of like Bruce Lee.

Multi-Platinum, four-time Grammy-nominated rock band Goo Goo Dolls have unveiled their new single, "Miracle Pill," via Warner Records. The track will be featured on the band's brand-new album. also titled "Miracle Pill," which is set to be released this fall.

Grammy Award-winning rock band Switchfoot announced "Their Fantastic Traveling Music Show" is coming to 26 cities this fall. Produced locally by Kingdom Bound Ministries, the tour will visit Rochester's Roberts Wesleyan College on Friday, Oct. 18. Tickets will go on sale later this week.

One of music's most renowned trailblazers and the top-selling female country artist of all-time, Shania Twain, is returning to the Las Vegas Strip with Shania Twain "Let's Go!" The Vegas Residency, opening at Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on Friday, Dec. 6.

This year, M&T Bank celebrates the 50th season of the Plaza Event Series, which is believed to be the longest-running free concert series of its kind in the U.S. The 11-week series starts at noon June 10.

In celebration of Hibbard's 80th anniversary this summer, the iconic original frozen custard stand is unveiling a new flavor, appropriately named "Big Barenaked Bang." The custard features a Hibbard's original recipe made with a coffee base, espresso beans, and pieces of dark chocolate.

Buffalo, Pittsburgh, Charlotte, Louisville, Tulsa, Austin and Forth Worth are among the stops planned for the fall continuation of the "Imagine Nation Tour." Multi-Platinum-selling MercyMe will spearhead the run alongside fellow Grammy nominee Crowder and GMA Dove nominee Micah Tyler.

Every victory merits a theme song, and victory is exactly what multi-Platinum, two-time Grammy-nominated rockers Skillet hail as they partner with Billboard to announce the soundtrack to triumph on their 10th full-length album.

After building overwhelming anticipation, Grammy-nominated, multi-Platinum powerhouse trio Jonas Brothers announced the details of their 40-city "Happiness Begins Tour" this summer and fall with special guests Bebe Rexha and Jordan McGraw. The announcement coincided with the launch of the pre-order for the band's comeback album, "Happiness Begins," as well as the launch of an official online merch store.

Silversun Pickups, on the heels of announcing their awaited return with new album "Widow's Weeds" (June 7, New Machine Recordings), confirmed new tour dates for June and July. The band will perform July 14 at Buffalo Riverworks.

The Riviera Theatre and Latshaw Productions welcome Amy Grant to North Tonawanda at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17. Reserved seating tickets range from $52-$82 and go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, April 26.

Now through April 21, listeners are given the opportunity to personally choose the nominees for the 2019 K-LOVE Fan Awards. The fan-selected nominations will be unveiled on May 13. Visit klovefanawards.com to vote early.

One of the most immediately recognized and widely respected superstars in pop music history, Celine Dion, announced today she will embark on her "Courage World Tour," set to kick off in the fall and visit KeyBank Center at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5.

Artpark & Company will present a new music festival that celebrates the beginning of a new season and the unification of communities through music, dance and art. The Strawberry Moon Festival will be held from 3-11 p.m. Saturday, June 22, in the Artpark Amphitheater.

Rock legend Burton Cummings and special guest Andre-Philippe Gagnon will perform in the Artpark Amphitheater on July 2 as part of "Tuesdays in the Park presented by M&T Bank." Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday.

Legendary soul/R&B group The O'Jays will bring their "The Last Word" Tour with special guest Average White Band to the Artpark Amphitheater on June 18 as part of "Tuesdays in the Park presented by M&T Bank." Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday.

Netflix's supernatural thriller, "Stranger Things," returns to "Halloween Horror Nights" 2019 at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort, debuting all-new mazes inspired by seasons two and three of the critically acclaimed series.

One of the world's most acclaimed hitmakers, with over 100 million record sales and an unstoppable catalogue of No. 1 albums, Phil Collins returns to Buffalo this fall.

The Erie County Agricultural Society on Thursday announced Kane Brown was added to the 2019 Gusto Grandstand lineup at the 180th Erie County Fair. Brown will take to the stage at 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 12. General admission tickets will be priced at $55; reserved seats are $75/$90, and go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Thursday, March 28.

Fallsview Casino Resort presents a jam-packed June entertainment lineup, including Grammy Award-nominated trio Midland, British '80s contemporary musician Howard Jones plus special guests Men Without Hats & All Hail the Silence, and esteemed pianist Neil Sedaka.

The Hollywood Vampires - featuring Alice Cooper, Joe Perry and Johnny Depp - announced spring 2019 tour dates. The band, which previously performed at Rock In Rio and the 2016 Grammy Awards in addition to U.S. and EU/UK tours last year, will play several shows on the West Coast in May. All dates are below.

Multi-Platinum singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan will perform at the Artpark Mainstage Theater on July 31, joined by the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. Indoor reserved seat tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, March 8 at 10am.

Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias, one of America's most successful stand-up comedians, will bring his "Beyond The Fluffy World Tour" to the 180th Erie County Fair's Gusto Grandstand at 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10. General admission tickets are $28, with reserved seats $55 and $40.

One of the hardest-rocking bands in history is back on the road and headed to Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino. Whitesnake will bring its "Flesh & Blood World Tour" to the Seneca Niagara Events Center at 8 p.m. Saturday, May 18. Tickets go on sale at noon Friday, Feb. 22.

Grammy Award-winning artist/producer duo The Chainsmokers have announced their massive "World War Joy" North American headline arena tour for fall. Multi-Platinum band 5 Seconds of Summer, who is featured on The Chainsmokers' latest single "Who Do You Love," will join all dates, along with rising pop star Lennon Stella, who is opening the show.

From the characters to the plot to the fight scenes and the music playing in the background, everything about FOX's new series "The Passage" is stylish and cool.

Making history yet again, "The Simpsons" has been renewed for its 31st and 32nd seasons on FOX, by which time, the series will have produced 713 episodes.

The Buffalo Sabres announced the team will partner with the Bald for Bucks initiative and Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center throughout the month of February to raise funds to support critical cancer research and patient-care programs.

FOX is renewing the new celebrity competition series "The Masked Singer," this season's No. 1 new series and No. 1 unscripted show, which captivated a massive audience of more than 17 million multiplatform viewers for its debut episode.