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Sports, Tennis

Tennis Tuesday: News Roundup

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This Week’s Tournament:
BNP Paribas Masters – Paris, France

It’s hard to believe we’ve already made it to the last tournament of the regular season of the ATP World Tour!   The tour wraps up this week in Paris, with 2 more spots on the line for a spot in the World Tour Finals happening later this month in London.  Marin Cilic moved up to the 9th position after winning the title in Basel Last week, with Dominic Thiem just ahead at #8.  The year end #1 ranking is also on the line in Paris as Andy Murray closed in on current #1 Novak Djokovic by winning the title in Vienna last week.

 

Jack Sock Wins Doubles in Basel
American Jack Sock won his 2nd doubles title of the year, this time with partner Marcel Granollers.  This was Jack’s 4th final (singles and doubles) since the end of the US Open.  Jack Sock for President!

 

BNP Paribas Showdown 2017 Lineup Announced
2017 marks the 10 year anniversary of the BNP Paribas Showdown.  The annual event, held at Madison Square Garden, features the top names in tennis facing off in an exhibition match in celebration of World Tennis Day.  This year’s event features Venus Williams vs Garbine Mugaruza, Jack Sock vs Nick Kyrgios, and Kei Nishikori vs Juan Martin del Potro.  The showdown is March 6th 2017 at MSG and tickets are on sale now!

5SOS, Music, On Tour, Show Review

5SOS Sell Out Madison Square Garden on “Sounds Live, Feels Live” World Tour

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We can officially say “5SOS sold out MSG!!!”  That’s a feat of epic proportions, especially for a band that hasn’t been around that long.  It’s hard to believe that just two short years ago the guys were headlining the nearby Best Buy Theater, which holds about 2,000 people.  Luke, Ashton, Calum, and Michael played every song we could have asked for on this tour and you could hear the entire arena singing every word!

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The band played their new single, “Girls Talk Boys,” for the first time live at MSG.  The track had just dropped the day of the show, but fans already knew all of the words and kept singing like they had been all night.  The performance of the funky song saw lead singer Luke Hemmings jump on the piano for a bit – cue the swoons.

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Drummer Ashton took the time to remind the crowd to always follow their dreams, saying he went from playing in his garage to playing in the legendary Madison Square Garden.  He also said the crowd was the loudest he’d ever heard, despite having played many other shows.

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Before going into the first verse of “Jet Black Heart” solo, Michael soaked up the applause from the crowd.  Just when you thought he was going to keep going, the crowd just got louder and louder.  It was one of the most energetic crowds we’ve ever seen at MSG (or anywhere for that matter!)  We’re so proud of how far 5SOS have come so far and can’t wait for what’s next!

Setlist:
Carry On
Hey Everybody
Money
Voodoo Doll
Don’t Stop
Disconnected
Long Way Home
Outer Space
Waste The Night
Vapor
Amnesia
Castaway
Jet Black Heart
End Up Here
Good Girls
Girls Talk Boys
Permanent Vacation
What I Like About You
She Looks So Perfect (Encore)

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The “Sounds Live, Feels Live” Tour will be hitting venues across North America all Summer long!  Check out the dates here and get your tickets now!  Make sure to pickup a copy of “Girls Talk Boys” on iTunes now so you can singalong!

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Be sure to follow 5SOS & Secret Fangirls for more updates!

Music, On Tour, Shawn Mendes

Shawn Mendes Announces Madison Square Garden Show

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Shawn Mendes just announced a HUGE headlining show at New York City’s most iconic arena, Madison Square Garden.  The concert and special album event is set for September 10th, 2016 and while we’re still a couple months away, we’re so excited to see someone grow from a Vine star to a headliner at MSG!

When you buy a ticket to this special show, you will receive a physical copy of Shawn’s brand new album, “Illuminate” due out September 23rd, 2016.  General public tickets and ShawnAccess exclusive tickets are available now for this exciting concert on the ShawnAccess App.

Shawn Mendes
September 10th, 2016
Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
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Watch Shawn perform “Treat You Better” live on the TODAY Show.

Pre-order “Illuminate” on iTunes and Amazon now.

Be sure to follow Shawn Mendes and Secret Fangirls on Twitter!

90s, Country Music, Music, On Tour

Shania Twain Going on Final “Rock This Country” Tour

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It’s real, y’all!  Rumors had been going around that Shania Twain would be heading out on tour, and she confirmed the news this morning with a huge announcement on GMA.  The Rock This Country  Tour kicks off in Seattle on June 5th, with dates across the US and Canada throughout the Summer, including a stop at Madison Square Garden!  It’s been 12 years since Shania’s last headlining tour, but after all these years, she’s still the one.  She also announced that this would be her LAST tour ever!

Her two year residency in Las Vegas ended last year, and if that show is any indicator of what to expect on tour, we are in for an AMAZING show.  Her Vegas show had everything: flying motorcycles, live horses, moving sets, leopard jumpsuits, backup dancers, and more.  If you missed it, you can pickup a copy of Shania Twain: Still The One on DVD and get ready to rock this country with Shania all summer.

Tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, March 13th, with pre-sales happening a few days before.  Come on over to ShaniaTwain.com for all the details and check out the dates below!

Shania Twain Rock This Country Tour Dates
June 5 — Key Arena – Seattle, WA
June 7 — Rogers Arena – Vancouver, BC
June 9 — Rogers Arena – Vancouver, BC
June 11 — Rexall Place – Edmonton, AB
June 12 — Rexall Place – Edmonton, AB
June 14 — SaskTel Centre – Saskatoon, SK
June 15 — MTS Centre – Winnipeg, MB
June 19 — Budweiser Gardens – London, ON
June 20 — Budweiser Gardens – London, ON
June 22 — FirstOntario Centre – Hamilton, ON
June 24 — Air Canada Centre – Toronto, ON
June 25 — Air Canada Centre – Toronto, ON
June 27 — Wesley Clover Parks – Ottawa, ON
June 28 — Bell Centre – Montreal, QC
June 30 — Madison Square Garden – New York, NY
July 1 — Nassau Coliseum – Uniondale, NY
July 3 — Mohegan Sun Arena – Uncasville, CT
July 7 — Prudential Center – Newark, NJ
July 8 — TD Garden – Boston, MA
July 10 — CONSOL Energy Center – Pittsburgh, PA
July 11 — Van Andel Arena – Grand Rapids, MI
July 13 — Bankers Life Fieldhouse – Indianapolis, IN
July 15 — Veterans Memorial Arena – Jacksonville, FL
July 16 — American Airlines Arena – Miami, FL
July 18 — Bon Secours Wellness Arena – Greenville, SC
July 19 — Time Warner Cable Arena – Charlotte, NC
July 21 — Verizon Center – Washington, D.C.
July 22 — Wells Fargo Center – Philadelphia, PA
July 25 — Palace of Auburn Hills – Detroit, MI
July 26 — iWireless Center – Moline, IL
July 28 — Target Center – Minneapolis, MN
July 29 — AllState Arena – Rosemont, IL
July 31 — Bridgestone Arena – Nashville, TN
August 1 — Philips Arena – Atlanta, GA
August 3 — KFC Yum! Center – Louisville, KY
August 4 — Scottrade Center – St. Louis, MN
August 6 — Wells Fargo Arena – Des Moines, IA
August 7 — Sprint Center – Kansas City, MO
August 9 — Frank Erwin Center – Austin, TX
August 10 — American Airlines Center – Dallas, TX
August 12 — Chesapeake Energy Center – Oklahoma City, OK
August 14 — Pepsi Center – Denver, CO
August 15 — EnergySolutions Arena – Salt Lake City, UT
August 17 — SAP Center – San Jose, CA
August 19 — Honda Center – Anaheim, CA
August 20 — Staples Center – Los Angeles, CA
August 22 — Valley View Casino Center – San Diego, CA
August 24 — Save Mart Center – Fresno, CA

Be sure to follow Shania Twain & Secret Fangirls for more updates!

90s, Album Release, Music, On Tour

Ricky Martin Announces “One World” Tour 2015

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Get ready to shake your bon bons, because Ricky Martin is going on tour! The One World Tour kicks off in September in Las Vegas, and is Ricky’s first major North American Tour since 2011. The tour is in support of his latest album, “A Quien Quiera Escuchar,” out today. Tickets go on sale on February 20th. Check out the dates below and start livin’ la vida loca.

Watch the video for Ricky’s latest single “Adios” and pickup a copy of his new album on iTunes now!

Ricky Martin One World Tour Dates 2015
Sept 15th -Axis at Planet Hollywood – Las Vegas, NV – Buy Tickets
Sept 17th – ORACLE Arena – Oakland, CA –Buy Tickets
Sept 19th – The Forum – Los Angeles, CA – Buy Tickets
Sept 20th – Viejas Arena – San Diego, CA – Buy Tickets
Sept 24th – Sandia Casino – Albuquerque, NM – Buy Tickets
Sept 26th – Comerica Theatre – Phoenix, AZ – Buy Tickets
Sept 27th – El Paso County Coliseum – El Paso, TX – Buy Tickets
Sept 30th – Toyota Center – Houston, TX – Buy Tickets
Oct 1st – Laredo Energy Arena – Laredo, TX – Buy Tickets
Oct 3rd – Freeman Coliseum – San Antonio, TX – Buy Tickets
Oct 4th – Gexa Energy Pavilion – Dallas, TX – Buy Tickets
Oct 8th – Madison Square Garden – New York, NY – Buy Tickets
Oct 9th – Patriot Center – Washington, DC – Buy Tickets
Oct 11th – Allstate Arena – Chicago, IL – Buy Tickets
Oct 15th – Air Canada Centre – Toronto, ON – Buy Tickets
Oct 17th – Boardwalk Hall – Atlantic City, NJ – Buy Tickets
Oct 18th – Mohegan Sun Arena – Uncasville, CT – Buy Tickets
Oct 22nd – Phillips Arena – Atlanta, GA – Buy Tickets
Oct 24th – American Airlines – Miami, FL – Buy Tickets
Oct 25th – Amway Center – Orlando, FL – Buy Tickets

Be sure to follow Ricky Martin & Secret Fangirls for more updates!
Boys We Like, Dan+Shay, On Tour

Dan + Shay Summer Tour Dates!

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It’s no secret that we are huge fans of Dan + Shay, and have been impatiently waiting to finally see them on Hunter Hayes’ “We Are Not Invisible Tour” in May!  We’ve had their debut album, “Where It All Began,” on repeat since it was released, and they have the perfect sound for an outdoor summer concert.  Their single, “19 You + Me” just went gold this week!

They’ll be on tour with Hunter Hayes and  Blake Shelton this summer, and have a few festival dates as well. Check out all of Dan + Shay’s upcoming tour dates below!

Now what do we have to do to get them to have a headlining show in NYC?

You can also meet Dan + Shay at most shows, either by getting a “Dan + Shay + You” VIP experience, or at a signing post show.   Be sure to follow Dan + Shay on Twitter for the location!  Fangirl Tip:  If you bring or buy a copy of their album, you can go to the front of the line.

Dan + Shay Summer 2014 Tour Dates
*with Hunter Hayes
**with Blake Shelton
April 23 – Colorado Springs World Arena – Colorado Springs, CO*
April 24 – UCCU Center – Salt Lake City, UT*
April 26 – Stagecoach Festival – Indio, CA
May 1st – Cross Insurance Center – Bangor, ME*
May 2nd – Tsongas Center – Boston, MA*
May 3rd – Mohegan Sun Arena – Uncasville, CT*
May 10th – KBEQ Downtown Hoedown – Kansas City, MO
May 11th – KWEN Girls Night Out – Tulsa, OK
May 28th – WSOC Free Concert Series – Charlotte, NC
May 29th – James Brown Arena – Augusta, GA*
May 30th – Pensacola Bay Center – Pensacola, FL*
May 31st – Germain Arena – Estero, FL*
June 7th – Riverbend Festival – Chattanooga, TN
June 11th – WSSL St. Jude Benefit Show – Greenville, SC
June 14th – KKWF Summer Concert Series – Seattle, WA
June 15th – Santa Barbara Bowl – Santa Barbara, CA*
June 20th – Austin 360 Ampitheater – Austin, TX**
June 21st – Gexa Energy Pavilion – Dallas, TX**
June 22nd – Verizon Arena – Little Rock, AR**
June 26th – Chippewa Valley Country Festival – Cadott, WI
July 12th – WGNA Country Festival – Schaghticoke, NY
July 18th – Faster Horses Festival – Brooklyn, MI
July 19th – Wrigley Field – Chicago, IL**
August 1st – Madison Square Garden – New York, NY** – Sold Out
August 2nd – Darien Lake PAC – Darien Center, NY**
August 29th – PNC Music Pavilion – Charlotte, NC**
August 30th – Amway Center – Orlando, FL**
September 4th – Isleta Ampitheatre – Albuquerque, NM**
September 5th – Ak-Chin Pavilion – Phoenix, AZ**
September 6th – Sleep Train Ampitheatre – San Diego, CA**
September 11th – Save Mart Center – Fresno, CA**
September 12th – Sleep Train Ampitheatre – Sacramento, CA**
September 13th – Shoreline Ampitheatre – Mountain View, CA**
September 18th – Spokane Arena – Spokane, WA**
September 19th – Tacoma Dome – Tacoma, WA**
September 20th – Rogers Arena – Vancouver, B.C.**
September 25th – Taco Bell Arena – Boise, ID**
September 26th – Usana Ampitheatre – Salt Lake City, UT**
September 27th – Pepsi Arena – Denver, CO**
October 3rd – Mandalay Events Center – Las Vegas, NV**
October 4th – Hollywood Bowl – Los Angeles, CA** – Sold Out

Be sure to follow Dan + Shay and Secret Fangirls on Twitter for more updates!

6/20 – Austin, Texas
6/21 – Dallas, Texas
6/22 – Little Rock, Ark.
7/19 – Chicago, Ill.
8/1 – New York, N.Y.
8/2 – Darien Center, N.Y.
8/29 – Charlotte, N.C.
8/30 – Orland, Fla.
9/4 – Albuquerque, N.M.
9/5 – Phoenix, Ariz.
9/6 – San Diego, Calif.
9/11 – Fresno, Calif.
9/12 – Sacramento, Calif.
9/13 – Mtn. View, Calif.
9/18 – Spokane, Wash.
9/19 – Tacoma, Wash.
9/20 – Vancouver, B.C.
9/25 – Boise, Idaho
9/26 – Salt Lake City, Utah
9/27 – Denver, Colo.
10/3 – Las Vegas, Nev.
10/4 – Los Angeles, Calif.Read More: Blake Shelton Announces 2014 Ten Times Crazier Tour Dates | http://theboot.com/blake-shelton-ten-times-crazier-2014-tour-dates/?trackback=tsmclip
6/20 – Austin, Texas
6/21 – Dallas, Texas
6/22 – Little Rock, Ark.
7/19 – Chicago, Ill.
8/1 – New York, N.Y.
8/2 – Darien Center, N.Y.
8/29 – Charlotte, N.C.
8/30 – Orland, Fla.
9/4 – Albuquerque, N.M.
9/5 – Phoenix, Ariz.
9/6 – San Diego, Calif.
9/11 – Fresno, Calif.
9/12 – Sacramento, Calif.
9/13 – Mtn. View, Calif.
9/18 – Spokane, Wash.
9/19 – Tacoma, Wash.
9/20 – Vancouver, B.C.
9/25 – Boise, Idaho
9/26 – Salt Lake City, Utah
9/27 – Denver, Colo.
10/3 – Las Vegas, Nev.
10/4 – Los Angeles, Calif.Read More: Blake Shelton Announces 2014 Ten Times Crazier Tour Dates | http://theboot.com/blake-shelton-ten-times-crazier-2014-tour-dates/?trackback=tsmclip
6/20 – Austin, Texas
6/21 – Dallas, Texas
6/22 – Little Rock, Ark.
7/19 – Chicago, Ill.
8/1 – New York, N.Y.
8/2 – Darien Center, N.Y.
8/29 – Charlotte, N.C.
8/30 – Orland, Fla.
9/4 – Albuquerque, N.M.
9/5 – Phoenix, Ariz.
9/6 – San Diego, Calif.
9/11 – Fresno, Calif.
9/12 – Sacramento, Calif.
9/13 – Mtn. View, Calif.
9/18 – Spokane, Wash.
9/19 – Tacoma, Wash.
9/20 – Vancouver, B.C.
9/25 – Boise, Idaho
9/26 – Salt Lake City, Utah
9/27 – Denver, Colo.
10/3 – Las Vegas, Nev.
10/4 – Los Angeles, Calif.Read More: Blake Shelton Announces 2014 Ten Times Crazier Tour Dates | http://theboot.com/blake-shelton-ten-times-crazier-2014-tour-dates/?trackback=tsmclip
Fangirl Handbook, Music, On Tour

The Fangirl Handbook #1: Concert Etiquette

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We’ve been to a lot of concerts over the years, everywhere from CBGBs (RIP) to Madison Square Garden and everything in between.   So when it comes to concert behavior, we’ve experienced it all, good and bad.

Here are some simple rules to keep in mind at your next show.

1.  There are people behind you!  This is not the time to break out your finest top hat.  Also, please don’t put anyone on your shoulders, especially if you’re already 6+ feet.  And while we love and encourage dancing, please try not to jump back onto the people behind you.

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2. There is a time and place for screaming.  If the artist is introducing a meaningful ballad, try to keep the “I LOVE YOUUU!” in for just a little bit longer and you’ll be fine.   If you’re waiting in line to see the band, and you get that first up close glimpse of them, we know it’s exciting but please don’t scream.  You’re simultaneously scaring the band and taking up someone else’s brief time with them.

3.  If it’s an arena show, try your best to arrive before the main artist takes the stage.  There is nothing more annoying than having to wait for someone to shuffle by and locate their seats (and they can never find them) blocking your view while you miss your favorite song.

4. Put the phone away.  Of course, take a few photos and videos, but if you are sitting there texting the entire time, why are you there in the first place?  You can do that at home – for free!  And isn’t it nice to experience things in real life once and a while, rather than through a screen?

5.  Personal space.  You aren’t the only person in the room.

6.  No smoking of ANY kind.  This shouldn’t even have to be said, but you’d be surprised.

7.  Mind your beverages.  Try to keep them in your hand, and off of my purse/coat/new shoes/merch I just bought/head/etc.

8.  Standing is totally fine, IF you are in your own seat.  Do not stand in the stairway.  Do not stand on the barricade at the end of the stairway.  Do not stand on your chair. 99.9% of the time, you will be blocking the view of someone who actually paid for a seat in that section.  Also, if you can’t see because you’re seated and someone in front of you is standing, don’t get mad and rudely shout at the other person to sit.  Stand up!  It’s a concert, you should be dancing!

9.  Posters should only be used between songs, or held up for brief moments.  Again, just keep in mind your giant poster board is guaranteed to be blocking the views of everyone behind you.  Easy rule to follow?  If the band is singing, don’t put the sign up.  Wait for between songs.

10. Do not throw things on stage.  Ever.  This is why we can’t have nice things, like bottle caps at concerts.

11. If you are just arriving to a GA show seconds before showtime, no one believes that your “friend” is holding your spot in the front row.  Most likely everyone in the front has already been there for hours (even days), respect that, and don’t violently force and push your way through the crowd.  Want to be in the front?  You’ve got to put in the time.

Now if we could just get everyone to follow these simple guidelines, we can all enjoy the show!  (Don’t even get us started on tennis watching etiquette…)

Stay tuned for part 2 of our Fangirl Handbook:  How to Meet the Band

Austin Mahone, Boys We Like, Music

Austin Mahone Z100 New York Jingle Ball

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Last night, Austin Mahone performed at Z100’s Jingle Ball to a sold out crowd at Madison Square Garden.

The “Banga! Banga!” singer wowed in a holographic suit that *NSYNC would have been proud of.  We can’t wait for his debut album, which he says has influences of 90’s boy bands like *NSYNC and Backstreet Boys.  (We don’t call him the one man boy band for nothing!)

It was Austin’s first performance at MSG, and we are sure we’ll be seeing him there again in the future.

Check out the full Z100 Jingle Ball Gallery for more from your favorite performers.