August 23, 2010 - Jeff Buckley discovered Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah," deflated the original's production and created a sparse anthem. Rufus Wainwright recorded it for "Shrek" and, like James Taylor taking on Carole King's "You've Got a Friend," he may well find himself having to sing someone else's song for the rest of his career.
August 20, 2010 - Were Johnny Carson still alive and the king of late-night, he would be making countless weather jokes this summer on the "Tonight Show." It's not just chilly, it's long sleeves, don't-forget-a-jacket, turn on the heater cold. Come to Los Angeles this summer and see how it feels to be in San Francisco. Every outdoor show finds people bundled up, sandals giving way to scarves and a hot cup of coffee sounding more desirable than a cold beer.
May 13, 2010 - Singer/songwriter/composer Rufus Wainwright has tacked more US shows onto his summertime run behind his latest studio effort, "All Days Are Nights: Songs for Lulu."
April 23, 2010 - Singer/songwriter/composer Rufus Wainwright will spend much of spring in Europe touring behind his latest studio effort, but will still find time to bring his show home for a few North American dates.
March 2, 2009 - Effortless and acrobatic are two words that could describe Martha Wainwright's singing voice--which isn't surprising when one considers her lineage: father Loudon Wainwright III and mother Canadian folk singer-songwriter Kate McGarrigle. Along with her brother, Rufus Wainwright, the family home was thoroughly steeped in music.
November 5, 2008 - The McGarrigle Christmas Hour featuring Rufus Wainwright and his sister, Martha Wainwright, will be held Dec. 10 at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
January 15, 2008 - Singer/songwriter Rufus Wainwright continues to span the globe with shows on several continents, but he's also made room for a few intimate dates closer to home.
November 9, 2007 - Singer/songwriter Rufus Wainwright will sandwich in a few US dates this winter between his upcoming European tour and a trip to the Far East.
April 9, 2007 - Singer/songwriter Rufus Wainwright will head out this month on a world tour to support his forthcoming album, "Release the Stars," which is due May 15.
Jeff Buckley discovered Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah," deflated the original's production and created a sparse anthem. Rufus Wainwright recorded it for "Shrek" and, like James Taylor taking on Carole King's "You've Got a Friend," he may well find himself having to sing someone else's song for the rest of his career.
Were Johnny Carson still alive and the king of late-night, he would be making countless weather jokes this summer on the "Tonight Show." It's not just chilly, it's long sleeves, don't-forget-a-jacket, turn on the heater cold. Come to Los Angeles this summer and see how it feels to be in San Francisco. Every outdoor show finds people bundled up, sandals giving way to scarves and a hot cup of coffee sounding more desirable than a cold beer.
