Front and Center
Season 3
TV-PG
Front and Center is the critically-acclaimed concert series that was launched in the Spring of 2012. The original one hour, commercial-free, all-music program airs nationwide on public television. Through the years, it has presented an eclectic mix of Grammy winning, multi-platinum selling industry vets and chart toppers, including the likes of Jack Johnson, Train, The Avett Brothers, Cyndi Lauper, the Goo Goo Dolls and more.
Where to Watch Season 3
11 Episodes
- The Avett BrothersE1
The Avett BrothersThe Avett Brothers, known for their romantic ballads and frenetic bluegrass songs, joined Front and Center for an intimate and exclusive performance. The critically acclaimed American band performed a set that included 2009′s hit “I and love and you,” as well as songs from their eighth studio album, Magpie and the Dandelions, which reached #5 on the US Billboard Top 200 Albums chart. “Our taping for Front and Center was the most intimate set we’ve played in NYC in recent memory. It was such a great experience” – ScottAvett - James BluntE3
James BluntJames Blunt has sold nearly 17 million albums and 20 million singles worldwide. The British singer-songwriter and five-time Grammy nominee, along with his six piece band, performed songs from his fourth studio album, Moon Landing, including his new single “Bonfire Heart”. He treats the audience to his collection of raw, direct, and emotionally honest lyrics including, his chart-topping hit “You’re Beautiful” along with “Goodbye My Lover” and “Same Mistake.” “The Iridium is a cool little venue. The audience ate. We sang. Rock and Roll is alive and kicking. Cheers to PBS Front and Center who put this on. We had fun!” – James Blunt - Christina PerriE5
Christina PerriChristina Perri is known for her soaring bittersweet vocals and raw emotional songwriting. The Philadelphia native, named as iTunes’ “Breakthrough Pop Artist of 2011,” gave a breathtaking performance that included the broadcast debut of past music, as well as new music from her highly anticipated forthcoming album, Head or Heart, due out April 1. Perri performed hits including the RIAA four-times platinum single “A Thousand Years” from the Twilight Saga’s Breaking Dawn and the three times platinum smash, “Jar of Hearts.” “My PBS Front and Center show turned out to be one of my favorites. I was absolutely terrified and excited all at the same time. The show was so intimate and I loved sharing all my stories and playing all my new songs with my new band for my very first experience with album two.” – Christina Perri - Alt-JE6
Alt-JAlt-J, the English quartet and Mercury Prize Winners, brought their crushing synths, tight vocal harmonies and hypnotic sound to New York for Front and Center. The band’s performance, whose debut single “Breezeblocks” became an Alternative radio hit in 2012, includes tracks from their critically acclaimed debut release, An Awesome Wave. “Playing Front and Center was a really enjoyable experience. Not only is the show created by music fans, but for music fans. Getting to showcase our songs in such an intimate setting was the perfect way for us to finish touring our album.” – Gus Unger-Hamilton (keyboardist) - GrouploveE8
GrouploveThe LA-based indie pop band Grouplove, rocked with energetic and anthemic pop songs from their recently released album Spreading Rumours, including the Top 5 smash “Ways To Go,” and current single “Shark Attack.” Their effervescent set, wound together with irresistible choruses, radiant harmonies, and cheery bits of pop-rock perfection, also featured hits from 2011’s breakout debut Never Trust A Happy Song. The set included “Colours” and the Platinum certified #1 single “Tongue Tied” as well. “Front and Center gives its viewers the intimate experience of our full live show, something which is very rarely seen on television. We’ve always been big fans of PBS and are honored to be a part of its programming history now.” - Christina Zucconi (vocals/guitar) - Here Come the MummiesE9
Here Come the MummiesHere Come The Mummies is a Funk/R&B band best known for their live performances in which band members perform in full mummy attire. There are rumored to be several Grammy awards among the members, though this is difficult to verify, as the identities of band members are kept “under wraps.” This unique performance was captured at the War Memorial in Nashville in front of a sold out audience for Front and Center, and included songs “Ra Ra Ra,” “Carnal Carnival,” and “Petting Zoo.” - Tom OdellE10
Tom OdellThe BRITs Critic’s choice winner of 2013, Tom Odell, brought his soulful blend of lyrics to New York City and the Iridium Jazz Club for Front and Center. The British singer-songwriter, nominated for 2014’s Best British Breakthrough Act and Best British Male Solo Artist of the year, performs selections from his debut studio album, Long Way Down, including the title track “Long Way Down” and “Another Love.” “Loved doing Front and Center for PBS. I think it ended up being one of the longest shows I’ve ever done, the crowd just kept asking for more. It was brilliant!” – Tom Odell