Looks like country duo Sugarland will play Erie.
The group released the itinerary for a 25-city fall tour on its web site in support of "Love on the Inside," their third CD, which is due out on Tuesday. That schedule includes an Oct. 18 show -- that's a Saturday -- at Tullio Arena.
Opening acts will include former "American Idol" finalist Kellie Pickler, and Ashton Shepherd.
We have no on-sale date yet but stay tuned.

Former Hollies' member Terry Sylvester and Ian Mitchell of Bay City Rollers will play at Theatre 145 this Saturday. The Cryers, a New Jersey classic-rock band, will play behind both performers, as well as a set of their own. Tickets are $20, available at the door. Show starts at 8 p.m.

Today is the last day for Erie-area rock fans to vote for their favorites to win RockErie Music Awards.
After today, the votes will be tabulated, then kept in a bank vault far, far away from the Joker and remain a closely-guarded secret until the ceremony is held Aug. 24 at the Bayfront Convention Center.
That ceremony will include not only the fan-voted winners in assorted categories such as blues and jazz but also the first Dr. Rock award for best local CD.
So, make sure you go to rockeriemusicawards.com and vote.

The Rolling Stones' concert film "Shine a Light" -- directed by Martin Scorsese -- will arrive on DVD on Tuesday. It's a must-see for Stones (and Scorsese fans), a thrillingly shot film that puts you practically right on stage while the Stones turn in a fiery, ferocious set at the intimate Beacon Theatre in New York.
Buddy Guy''s guest spot on "Champagne & Reefer" is staggeringly good, while Jack White and Christina Aguilera also appear. The DVD will include four performances not included in the original film -- "I'm Free," "Little T&A," "Paint It Black," and "Undercover of the Night."
And, speaking of the Stones, Billboard reported today that they're leaving EMI for a deal with Universal that includes back catalog and future CDs. That's cool news because we can now assume they have a future.
Also, the European Rolling Stones' fan site -- which is usually pretty reliable -- reports the Stones may tour again as soon as late 2009. That opens the door for a much talked-about Faces' reunion before then which would include Ron Wood and Rod Stewart. But nothing's certain on that Faces' reunion -- it's still speculation.

Fleetwood Mac has announced it will tour in 2009 but not with Sheryl Crow, who had told interviewers she'd hit the road with them. That won't happen.

Up for a road trip? Peter Frampton plays a free outdoor show tonight (Friday) at Seneca Allegany Casino in Salamanca, N.Y.
This is also the weekend for the Pittsburgh Blues Festival at Hartwood Acres. Headliners include Tab Benoit, Lil Brian and the Zydeco Travelers, Sweaty Betty Blues Band (today), Taj Mahal and Joanna Connor Band (Saturday), and Tommy Castro Band, Ivan Neville's Dumpstaphunk, and Jill West and the Blues Attack (Sunday). See www.pghblues.com for more details.

Terry Lee Goffee -- a Johnny Cash tribute artist -- will headline the Albion Area Fair on Sept. 13.

Don't forget: This is a Buggin' State St. night. I hope that doesn't mean we're inundated with Volkswagens tonight.

Hide the bong! Cheech & Chong are coming back.
Billboard magazine reported today that the comedy duo will reunite for its first tour in 25 years. Details for the "Hey, What's That Smell" tour were scheduled to be announced later today (Wednesday) at a press conference in California.
In a world of Harold & Kumar, it's probably safe for Cheech & Chong to return, though it's doubtful many younger fans know how much of a stir they created in the 1970s with their pot-based humor.
Just hope ticket prices aren't as high as they are.

Billboard and Rolling Stone both report that Bob Dylan will unleash the next installment of his "Bootleg" series on Oct. 7. The three CD package will include outtakes and live versions of songs he wrote for more recent CDs, such as "Modern Times," "Love and Theft," and "Time Out of MInd," as well as "Oh Mercy."

How about Jack White of White Stripes and Raconteurs hooking up with Alicia Keys? They'll record the theme for the next James Bond film, "Quantum of Solace," due out in November. If anyone can write something that makes sense of THAT title, it's Jack White.

AC/DC will reportedly hit the road for an 18-month tour starting in October to support their next CD - their first studio one in eight years. Don't expect an Erie show. At this point, their legend looms too large for them to play a city our size. They'l'l likely stick to arenas.
Rolling Stone says the tour will open on Halloween in Chicago, preceded by a single -- "Rock & Roll Train" -- that'll hit radio in late August.

Cool news for Creedence Clearwater Revival fans. Reuters reports the Concord Music Group will reissue the band's first six CDs in September. Each one will include extensive liner notes, plus unreleased studio tracks, including some versions of classics the band recorded with Booker T and the MGs.
Look for them to arrive on Sept. 30.