🎸💔 RIP Toby Keith | Creed and 3 Doors Down | Beach Boys, and more...

Issue #069 - February 7th, 2024

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Bethlehem Local Buzz
07 Feb

In this issue of Bethlehem Local Buzz…

🎸💔 Trivia Tribute > Remembering Toby Keith: Country Music Legend's Legacy in the Lehigh Valley
🎸🎤 Grammy Winners Creed to Headline PPL Center with 3 Doors Down
🏖️🎶 The Beach Boys Bring 'Endless Summer' to Easton's State Theater
🎶💼 Bridging Beats and Business: Musikfest's Inaugural Music Conference
⚽🌍 Philadelphia to Host 2026 FIFA World Cup Matches
❤️🐾 Meet Nala: A Gorgeous Anatolian Shepherd Awaiting Her Fur-Ever Home
🎭 This Week’s Trivia, Quotes, Weather, and More!

“My philosophy is: If you can't have fun, there's no sense in doing it.”

- Toby Keith 🎶

 Trivia Tribute: Remembering Country Music Legend Toby Keith (1961-2024) 🎸💔

Credit: Musikfest (FB)

Question: Which of the following songs was Toby Keith's chart-topping debut single?

A) "Beer for My Horses"

B) "How Do You Like Me Now?!"

C) "Should've Been a Cowboy"

D) "As Good as I Once Was"

(Answer at the bottom of the newsletter.)

  Grammy Winners Creed to Headline PPL Center with 3 Doors Down  🎸🎤

The PPL Center in Allentown is gearing up for a major musical event on December 2nd, featuring the Grammy Award-winning band Creed and the popular group 3 Doors Down. This concert is a continuation of Creed's "Are You Ready Tour?", extended due to fan enthusiasm. Attendees can expect to hear Creed's famous tracks, including "Higher" and "With Arms Wide Open," and 3 Doors Down's hit "Kryptonite." Both bands have a connection with the Lehigh Valley, having performed in the area in previous years. Tickets for this eagerly awaited concert will be available for purchase starting Friday, February 9th, at 10 a.m. on the PPL Center's website.

 The Beach Boys Bring 'Endless Summer' to Easton's State Theater 🏖️🎶

The Beach Boys, an American musical treasure, will grace the stage at Easton's State Theater on June 27th as part of their 'Endless Summer' tour. The band, which has released 22 gold or platinum albums, will be joined by Dave Mason, the co-founder of Traffic, as the opening act. Fans can purchase tickets starting February 9th, with prices ranging from $69 to $95. The Beach Boys' enduring popularity is underscored by their impressive record of nearly 40 Top 30 hits and over 30 million album sales in the U.S. alone. Their upcoming performance at the State Theater is a testament to their lasting influence and appeal in the music industry.

Bridging Beats and Business: Musikfest's Inaugural Music Conference 🎶💼 

Source: Musikfest (FB)

This year, Musikfest is expanding its cultural footprint by introducing the Musikfest Music Industry and Education Conference. Scheduled for the first two days of the festival, August 1-2, the conference will take place at the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks. It is designed to provide a platform for discussions on programs, practices, and issues in music business and education. The event is set to be an immersive experience for music educators, arts administrators, and business professionals, offering interactive sessions, expert panels, and networking opportunities. The conference aims to actively address the challenges facing the fields of music business and education, making it a significant addition to the festival's lineup.

Philadelphia to Host 2026 FIFA World Cup Matches ⚽🌍

Philadelphia's selection as a host city for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with six matches scheduled at Lincoln Financial Field, is set to create a ripple effect of economic benefits across the region, including the Lehigh Valley. The World Cup, one of the most watched sporting events globally, is expected to draw a large number of visitors, boosting local businesses and tourism. The event, which garners around 200 million viewers per match, will take place from June 14 to July 4, 2026. This opportunity is seen as a significant moment for the greater Philadelphia area, including the Lehigh Valley, to showcase its attractions and hospitality on an international platform.

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Meet Nala: A Gentle Giant's Plea for a Forever Home - At 117 lbs, Nala, a majestic 2-year-old Anatolian Shepherd, yearns for a life beyond the confines of her lonely outdoor kennel. Imagine transforming her world with your love, where belly rubs and blueberry-peanut butter treats are daily delights. This well-mannered, obedient soul, who's blossoming with each patient step on the leash, seeks a compassionate heart to guide her. Will you be the hero in Nala's story, offering her the loving, forever home she so deeply deserves? Do you know someone else that could be?

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The Answer to “Did You Know” Trivia: 

C) "Should've Been a Cowboy"

Toby Keith, a beloved figure in country music, has died at the age of 62 after battling stomach cancer. Keith, famous for songs like "Red Solo Cup," had a significant presence in the Lehigh Valley, performing multiple times over two decades. His journey with the region began in 1998 at the Cat Country 96.1 concert and included several appearances at the Allentown Fair, where he drew large crowds and created lasting memories. His 2013 visit to a South Bethlehem store and his headline performance at Musikfest in 2017 further cemented his connection with local fans. Keith's death is a profound loss to the Lehigh Valley's music community, with both Allentown Fair and Musikfest officials commemorating his impact and legacy.

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