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Rufus Wainwright proves he's not "Out of the Game"

Flamboyant singer/songwriter Rufus Wainwright has announced a spring and summer road trip behind his seventh studio album, 'Out of the Game,' which surfaces May 1 on Decca Records. // Tour dates at SoundSpike April 26, 2012 - Flamboyant singer/songwriter Rufus Wainwright has announced a spring and summer road trip behind his seventh studio album, "Out of the Game," which surfaces May 1 on Decca Records.

Rufus Wainwright lines up spring mini-tour

Fresh off his debut as a New York opera composer, singer/songwriter has lined up a few dates later this spring ahead of his upcoming seventh studio affair, 'Out of the Game.' // Tour dates at SoundSpike February 23, 2012 - Fresh off his debut as a New York opera composer, singer/songwriter has lined up a few dates later this spring ahead of his upcoming seventh studio affair, "Out of the Game."

Concert: Rufus Wainwright in Los Angeles

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. // Tour dates at SoundSpike 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.

The week ahead in music, Aug. 20 - Aug. 26: Norah Jones, Rufus Wainwright, Slash, more

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. 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.

Rufus Wainwright expands US excursion behind 'Lulu'

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."

Rufus Wainwright brings 'Lulu' to North America

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.

Featured Photos: Martha Wainwright, Noise Pop Festival, SF, CA - Feb. 26, 2009

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.

Wainwright, McGarrigle holiday concert announced

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.

Rufus Wainwright stays busy with solo, full band shows

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.

New Releases, Dec. 4: Rufus Wainwright, Blake Lewis, Daft Punk

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tour dates and tickets
May 2012
9 - Brooklyn, NY - Brooklyn Academy of Music, Howard Gilman Opera House (w/ Teddy Thompson)
11 - Oakland, CA - Fox Theater (w/ Krystle Warren)
12 - Los Angeles, CA - Orpheum Theater (w/ Teddy Thompson)
13 - San Diego, CA - Humphrey's Concerts by the Bay (w/ Krystle Warren)

June 2012
10 - Toronto, Ontario - David Pecaut Square
15 - Toronto, Ontario - Massey Hall (Love Over and Over: The Songs of Kate McGarrigle)
28 - Montreal, Quebec - Festival International de Jazz de Montreal
30 - Ann Arbor, MI - Power Center for the Performing Arts

July 2012
1 - Grand Rapids, MI - Frederick Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park (w/ Adam Cohen)
24 - Vienna, VA - The Filene Center at Wolf Trap (w/ Ingrid Michaelson and Adam Cohen)
25 - Philadelphia, PA - Penn's Landing River Stage (w/ Josh Ritter and Adam Cohen))
27 - Purchase, NY - The PAC at SUNY Purchase (w/ Adam Cohen)
28 - Westhampton Beach, NY - Westhampton PAC (w/ Adam Cohen)
29 - Boston, MA - Bank of America Pavillion (w/ Ingrid Michaelson and Adam Cohen)
31 - Portland, ME - State Theatre (w/ Adam Cohen)

August 2012
1 - Shelburne, VT - The Green at Shelburne Museum (w/ Adam Cohen)
3 - Cleveland, OH - House of Blues (w/ Adam Cohen)
4 - Munhall, PA - Carnegie Music Hall (w/ Adam Cohen)
5 - Louisville, KY - Iroquois Amphitheater (w/ Adam Cohen)
7 - Bloomington, IN - Buskirk-Chumley Theater (w/ Adam Cohen)
8 - Chicago, IL - Bank of America Theater (w/ Adam Cohen)
10 - Milwaukee, WI - Pabst Theater (w/ Adam Cohen)
11 - Apple Valley, MN - Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater (w/ Adam Cohen)
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