With the nation in a self-quarantined lockdown from coast-to-coast, artists are taking their talents to the Internet to further a feeling of community and togetherness during the isolating times of the coronavirus pandemic.
With venues, bars and musical institutions in a state of shutdown, rock musicians have been inspired to find new, creative ways to connect with their fans in isolation.
Here is our list of this week's live streams and virtual concerts that you can safely enjoy from the comforts of your couch. Check back in for the latest updates on this week's shows. #athometogether
March 23
The Black Crowes: NPR Tiny Desk Concert
Brothers Chris and Rich Robinson of The Black Crowes stopped by the NPR offices for a special "Tiny Desk Concert" earlier today. The brothers performed hits from The Black Crowes' 1990 album, Shake Your Money Maker, including "She Talks To Angels," "Jealous" and "Wiser Time." Watch their performance here.
Garth Brooks: "Insider Studio G" Facebook Live Series
Garth Brooks has announced he will perform on his weekly "Inside Studio G" Facebook series tonight at 7:00 p.m. EST. A one-man show featuring Brooks performing audience's song requests on his guitar, and possibly a cameo of his wife Trisha Yearwood. You can also tune into the show on Brooks’ exclusive SiriusXM channel, The Garth Channel (ch. 55).
Death Cab for Cutie's Ben Gibbard: Home Studio Livestream
Death Cab for Cutie's Ben Gibbard has shared that he will be live-streaming performances from his home studio on YouTube and Facebook. In his most recent episode, Gibbard covered Bob Dylan, Def Leppard, the Flaming Lips and John Lennon. The best part? He's taking requests. Watch all of the episodes here.
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Neil Young: "Fireside Sessions" Streaming Concert Series
Neil Young announced he would host a virtual concert series after having to cancel many upcoming tour dates because of the coronavirus. Young performed his first six-song solo acoustic "Fireside Session," filled with back-catalogue rarities, including "Sugar Mountain" and "Vampire Mountain." The next "Fireside Session" date has yet to be announced, but in the meantime, you check out the full first performance at Neil Young Archives,
last night we put up the 1st fireside session
— Neil Young Archives (@NeilYoungNYA) March 20, 2020
It’s there now, in the hearse theater & free for all
lots of love pic.twitter.com/NNgPSql97O
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