Times Square
Look up in Times Square in July and you’ll see Chad Ochocinco and T.O. smiling back at you. You can catch both of their shows Sunday nights on VH1 starting at 9/8c.
Stone Mountain Park
I love a good historic site and so does my son. Fun for the whole family! - Chilli, What Chilli Wants
Hollywood Bowl
This is my favorite venue in the country. Be sure to bring your own food and get a seat by the soundbooth, where you can see the show, the crowd, everything! – Kelly Rowland
Atlantic Station
This is my spot. gr8 for shopping AND eating. My two favorite things! - Chilli, What Chilli Wants
Phipps Plaza
The best high-end stores and boutiques. I recommend Phipps when you need to get some really nice stuff all in one place. - Chilli, What Chilli Wants
Upright Citizen's Brigade Theatre
Despite its quick rise to "institution" status in the world of comedy, it's still a great place to catch rising talents at bargain prices any night of week. - Anthony, blogger TheFABlife.com
House Of Blues
Spend $15 at the House of Blues Restaurant before the show and get into the music hall before everyone else. Kiss long lines goodbye! – Team Live Nation
Kim's Video
Still the best carrier of obscure movies in the city and the street-date violations on mainstream stuff are icing on the cake. As long as there is Kim's the medium stays alive. Rich, blog.vh1.com
Bryant Park
My first NY Fashion Week was the last one to be held at Bryant Park. Amazing designers in an amazing location. - Terrell, The T.O. Show
The Troubadour
Parking is a pain! Get there early and find a solid spot that doesn’t cost a fortune. – Taylor Locke from Rooney
B.B. King Blues Club & Grill
The best view is from either a booth or right up front. If you grab a booth, be sure to have the 38oz sharing steak. – Pete from One eskimO
Roseland Ballroom
One of my favorite places to watch a show in NYC. We also taped many episodes of MTV2’s Subterranean down in its basement, including one with Radiohead. - Jim Shearer, Top 20 Countdown
Sahadi's
Sahadi's is a family-run middle eastern emporium that sells everything the local shops also sell (cheese, nuts, dried fruit, fairtrade coffee) but for about half the price. - Elizabeth, TheFABlife.com
Training Camp
My favorite sneaker place in the city. I've bought kicks here that I've never seen anywhere else (including, most importantly, on someone else's feet). - Rich, blogger blog.vh1.com
9:30 Club
Get there a little early and settle in. My favorite spot is on the floor toward the back because it sounds the best. Just grab a beer, a cupcake, and enjoy! – Civil Twilight
Sripraphai Thai Restaurant
Single-handedly destroyed Thai food for me. I literally will not get it anywhere else but here. Worth the trek AND the wait (although take-out is the best option). - Rich, blogger, blog.vh1.com
Hollywood Bowl
When I have a designated driver, I do love Mr. Chow’s Apple Martinis! – Kelly Rowland
House of Blues
HOB Vegas is never dull with the free shows in the restaurant and themed late nights such as Azul Latin Nights on Fridays and Laughter Hours Comedy on Saturdays! – Team Live Nation
Housing Works Thrift Shop - Brooklyn Heights
I bought every hardcover Harry Potter book at housing works for $3. Nerdy? Yes. But also thrifty! Brooklyn Heights' rich people's trash is now my treasure. - Elizabeth, blogger TheFABlife.com
Academy Records Annex
There are still a good number of great record stores in Brooklyn, but this offshoot of the Manhattan staple is one of the best places for residents to seek out quality vinyl. - Anthony, TheFABlife.com
The Troubadour
This place feels like home. The balcony is cool, but the floor sounds better - just get yourself a barstool. – Taylor Locke from Rooney
Hollywood Palladium
Do-gooder celebrities will invade on Monday July 19 for the 2010 Do Something Awards -- watch it LIVE on VH1 @ 9/8c and tweet #DSAwards! @dosomething
2nd Avenue Records
Before record stores go extinct, stop by this gem of a store in Portland. You’ll be smarter from just browsing through their stacks of music. - Jim Shearer, Top 20 Countdown
Union Hall
If you happen to love bocce ball and live music, you’re in luck. Roll a game up top and head downstairs afterwards for a live set from a sure-to-be-cool band. - Jim Shearer, Top 20 Countdown
Virginia Beach Amphitheater
Did you know, Barack Obama held a campaign rally in 2008 at the Virginia Beach Amphitheater to a maximum capacity crowd and was broadcasted on all major television networks. – Team Live Nation
Warner Theatre
Originally a movie palace presenting live vaudeville and silent movies, it is now home to the annual BET honors ceremony. – Team Live Nation
House of Blues
It’s in the heart of the warehouse district, so you can grab dinner before at 4th Street Bar and Grill. There’s even a bowling alley and darts inside. – Ryan H.
House of Blues
House of Blues Dallas displays the "Crazy Quilt" and keeps a metal box of mud from the Delta Mississippi underneath its stage. – Team Live Nation
Excuses Bar & Grill
The Pittsburgh Penguins have been known to frequent this establishment, and not too long ago my band played a show here. - Jim Shearer, Top 20 Countdown
Runyon Canyon County Park
This is a great place for a workout, and an even better place to people watch. - Terrell, The T.O. Show
Welcome to the Johnsons
Don’t worry about trying to squeeze a dollar bill into the jukebox, it’s actually free. Last time I was there, I enjoyed a block of Public Enemy, Helmet and the Cars. - Jim Shearer, Top 20 Countdown
Mr. Small's
My favorite place to watch a show in my hometown of Pittsburgh. The next morning, eat breakfast at the P&G Grill, home of President Obama’s favorite pancake. - Jim Shearer, Top 20 Countdown
Lollapalooza 2010 - Parkways Foundation Stage
Fri 8/6 Schedule 12:15 Balkan Beat Box, 2:00 Raphael Saadiq, 4:00 Devo, 6:00 Hot Chip, 8:00 Lady Gaga
Village Music World
Browse through the stacks of CDs, admire the album artwork, and if you still won’t spend more than $10, there are always some gems in their 3 for $10 clearance bin. - Jim Shearer, Top 20 Countdown
The Three Monkeys
If you own the Beastie Boys’ hip-hop masterpiece, Paul’s Boutique, this landmark may look familiar because the building was used for their album cover. - Jim Shearer, Top 20 Countdown
New York Hardcore Tattoos
Owned by NYC hardcore vets Jimmy Gestapo (Murphy’s Law) and Vinnie Stigma (Agnostic Front). These guys will fill you in on the glory days as well as current acts. - Jim Shearer, Top 20 Countdown
Doughboys Cafe & Bakery
A fun casual spot in LA to grab a hot chocolate or lunch with friends. I love the patio out front. - Kita, The T.O. Show
Funkadelic Studios
If you own the Beastie Boys’ hip-hop masterpiece, Paul’s Boutique, this landmark may look familiar because the building was used for their album cover. - Jim Shearer, Top 20 Countdown
Cruzan Amphitheatre
Tickets for upcoming shows are on sale today only! Look for the roaming ticket sellers in the plazas for your chance to get great deals on great upcoming shows!” – Team Live Nation
Gooski's
A great punk-rock dive bar/live music venue in the Polish Hill section of Pittsburgh. You’ll love the vibe and you’ll love the jukebox. - Jim Shearer, Top 20 Countdown
Eide's Entertainment
This may be the only place in Pittsburgh you can get a CD, comic book and vinyl stickers from your favorite band. - Jim Shearer, Top 20 Countdown
United Palace Theatre
This beautiful Vaudevillian theater is in close proximity to some good Dominican food. Grab a pre-concert meal at El Malecón, right across the street. - Jim Shearer
Smiling Moose
A cozy punk-rock venue in Pittsburgh’s South Side. I haven’t been there in a while, but if the club’s dog is still there, give him a pet behind his ears for me. - Jim Shearer, Top 20 Countdown
Wild Card
My favorite card store in all of Pittsburgh! Stock up on music-related greeting cards, pins, clothing and art prints created by yours truly! - Jim Shearer, Top 20 Countdown
Downtown Raleigh Amphitheatre
Enjoy some tasty comfort food at Poole’s Downtown Diner down the road from the Raleigh Amphitheater. They have the BEST mac-n-cheese around. – Team Live Nation
Toyota Pavilion at Montage Mountain
Fun fact! During the Blizzard of 2007, the tent roof on the pavilion caved in due to the weight of snow? Don’t worry, we rebuilt it just in time for the summer concert season. – Team Live Nation
Time Warner Cable Music Pavilion at Walnut Creek
Make sure to stop by Yancy's for a little New Orleans, Cajun, Creole style food. – Team Live Nation
Eide's Entertainment
For lunch go to Wholey’s — the fried cod sandwich is the best fish sandwich you’ll ever eat in your life. - Jim Shearer, Top 20 Countdown
Superpages.com Center
Many restaurants and lounges can be discovered within five miles and in some of Dallas' most popular dining neighborhoods including the Bishop Arts District and Knox-Henderson. – Team Live Nation
House of Blues
Did you know if you spend $15 in the retail store OR buy 1 entree in the restaurant (per person), you get to "pass the line" and get in early? – Team Live Nation
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