WPBS Launches Weeklong Musical Celebration Featuring Legendary Artists Across the Decades

WPBS is turning up the volume this August with a full week of unforgettable music programming, showcasing legendary artists and timeless performances that span genres and generations. From Saturday, August 9 to Sunday, August 17, viewers can enjoy a curated lineup of concert specials, featuring icons like Sting, Carole King, James Taylor, Engelbert Humperdinck, Neil Diamond, and more.

Whether you're a fan of classic rock, soul, doo-wop, or timeless ballads, WPBS has something for every music lover. The weeklong celebration highlights the influence and impact of music across eras, bringing together unforgettable performances and special tributes.

🎵 Featured Programming:

Saturday, August 9

• All New Rock, Pop and Doo Wop (4:00 PM)
  Travel back to the golden age of music with 1950s and 60s favorites like Johnny Maestro, The Duprees, Jay Black, Ronnie Spector, Frankie Valli, Jerry Butler, and more.

• Lawrence Welk: Salute to Our Senior Citizens (6:00 PM)
  Bobby Burgess hosts a heartwarming tribute to those "young at heart" in this uplifting musical special.

• Johnny Cash: We Walk the Line (7:00 PM)
  A star-studded 2012 Austin City Limits Live concert commemorating Johnny Cash’s 80th birthday.

• 60s and 70s Soul Celebration (8:30 PM)
  Legendary R&B and soul artists return to the stage in this powerhouse compilation from the TJL archives.

Sunday, August 10

• Sting: Live at the Olympia Paris (10:00 PM)
  Recorded during Sting’s 57th & 9th World Tour, this concert celebrates his return to rock/pop in 2017.

Tuesday, August 12

• Lynyrd Skynyrd: Celebrating 50 Years – Live at the Ryman (9:00 PM)
  A powerful tribute and final performance by founding member Gary Rossington, filmed in 2022.

Saturday, August 16

• Carole King & James Taylor: Just Call Out My Name (2:30 PM)
  An intimate look at the music and lasting friendship between two of America’s most beloved singer-songwriters.

• Engelbert Humperdinck: Live in Hawaii (4:30 PM)
  Romantic classics and fan favorites performed from the Hawaii Theatre Center in Honolulu.

• Lawrence Welk: Youmans Salute (6:00 PM)
  A toe-tapping tribute to Broadway’s "No No Nanette" with one of the show's most memorable finales.

• All New Rock, Pop and Doo Wop (7:00 PM)
  A second chance to catch this nostalgic celebration of 50s and 60s music legends.

• Neil Diamond: Thank You Australia (9:00 PM)
  Experience Diamond’s iconic 1976 performance at Sydney Sports Stadium — a true highlight in concert history.

Sunday, August 17

• Pavlo: Live in Santorini (10:00 PM)
  Soak in the beauty of the Greek Isles with Mediterranean guitarist Pavlo in this stunning concert special.

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WPBS viewers can stream all programming live on any internet-connected device within the Northern New York service area at wpbstv.org or via the WPBS app. WPBS is also available for live streaming nationwide through Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, DirecTV Stream, and Amazon Freevee.

Don’t miss this weeklong celebration of music, memories, and legends — only on WPBS.