Joe "Jama" Perales Jr., noted San Antonio musician of the West Side Sound, died at 74 from diabetes complications. He influenced the Royal Jesters with his bass playing and soulful voice.

Santa Monica is hosting a 1920s-themed event, "Happy Birthday Marion," to celebrate Marion Davies at the Annenberg Community Beach House on January 28 with live music, dance lessons, and historical exhibits.

Chuck E. Cheese is creating a TV game show called "Chuck E. Cheese Arcade Heroes" with producers from "Top Chef," featuring adults competing in oversized arcade games.

Phoenix hosts rock concerts with the Eagles, Foreigner, Black Flag, and local band The Maine, and recognizes new Arizona Blues Hall of Fame inductees.

UC San Diego's 2024 Intersections concert series at Park & Market features diverse acts, including Grammy winners, and offers performances and educational lectures.

Pitchfork is being integrated into GQ after a performance evaluation and layoffs, including the exit of editor-in-chief Puja Patel. The Pitchfork website and Music Festival will continue, amidst broader media industry cuts.

Blaine is hosting a series of card game events including Prize/Nickel Bingo, a 500 Card Tournament, and a Cribbage Tournament as part of its Winter Wonderland Week of Fun, with cash prizes and ice cream treats on offer.

British rock band Bush announces their "Loaded: The Greatest Hits Tour," celebrating 30 years with concerts across 32 cities, starting July 26 in Bend, Oregon.

Awkwafina to lead SF's Lunar New Year Parade as Grand Marshal on February 24, with festivities including cultural events despite a later celebration date.

Janet Jackson is set to perform in St. Paul on her "Together Again" tour on June 18 and in Fort Worth on July 25, with ticket presales starting January 17 and general sales on January 19.

Sum 41 has announced their final global tour, "Tour Of The Setting Sum," with shows across continents, including a stop in Phoenix on October 2. The tour is in conjunction with their last album release.

Houston Rodeo tickets go on sale for events between February 27 - March 17, with a two-wave release and prices from $25 - $400. Acts include Blake Shelton and Nickelback.

St. Louis Park's gnome hunt continues with a new clue leading residents to find the gnome "Lincoln" near a historical site related to the president. Hunters must photograph, not take, the gnomes.