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Carroll County Times: Westminster, Maryland. WEATHER SPONSORED BY. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Leipoldis happy hosting convention Sep 3, 2008
It began immediately after a Neil Diamond concert. In St. Paul, we ve been talking about this (the convention) for over a year, Leipold said. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Song speculation all in vain Aug 31, 2008
The Beatles' landmark 1968 album (commonly known as "The White Album") included the song "Glass Onion," in which John Lennon peeled back the layers to reveal, "Well, here's another clue for you all: The Walrus was Paul." And after nearly 40 years of hush-hush silence on the subject, singer-songwriter Neil Diamond finally disclosed that his 1969 smash hit and current Fenway Park anthem "Sweet Caroline" was inspired by none other than Caroline Kennedy. But Carly Simon continues to remain mum,... (Albany Times Union)
'Raspy' Diamond offers gig refund Aug 29, 2008
Neil Diamond has enjoyed chart success this year. Singer Neil Diamond has offered the audience of a recent concert a refund after performing with a raspy voice. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Paul Zeise's Pitt football chat transcript (Yesterday) Aug 29, 2008
SouthHillz4Life: Paul, if you had to pick one Neil Diamond song to be played in between the third and fourth quarters of home Pitt football games, what would it be. Paul Zeise: Forever in Blue Jeans is my favorite Neil Diamond song, but then again, there is no place in that song where he goes Bah, bah, bah -- and then students couldn't yell "Let's Go Pitt" so it has to be Sweet Caroline. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
California dreamin' Aug 28, 2008
Diamond in the rough Two days after sounding just dandy at Fenway Park, Neil Diamond disappointed his fans in Columbus, Ohio, to the point where the singer is offering refunds. People who attended Monday's concert at Ohio State University said the 67-year-old singer's voice sounded raspy. (Boston Globe)
Raspy Neil Diamond disappoints Ohio concertgoers Aug 28, 2008
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- Disappointed Neil Diamond fans will get a refund after attending a concert at Ohio State University in which the 67-year-old singer's voice sounded raspy. Some fans left the Monday concert early and others said Diamond completed the concert without mentioning anything to the audience about his voice. (FOX 11, AZ)
Buzz Briefs: George Clooney, Brad Pitt Aug 28, 2008
Plus: Neil Diamond, Snoop Dogg, John Legend, Ralph Young, Robert Bass ... Raspy Neil Diamond Disappoints Ohio Concertgoers ... Disappointed Neil Diamond fans will get a refund after attending a concert at Ohio State University in which the 67-year-old singer's voice sounded raspy. (CBS News)
Song Sung Blue: Raspy Neil Diamond disappoints Ohio concertgoers, offers refunds... Aug 28, 2008
Ailing singer pledges refunds Neil Diamond's offer called 'unprecedented' Wednesday, August 27, 2008 3:24 AM By THE COLUMBUS DISPATCH. Neil Diamond, who performed Monday night at Value City Arena, said he has acute laryngitis. (The Drudge Report)
art 4 ten days Aug 28, 2008
"Arte e luz" or light and art is a new art concept for action painter Patrick Gysemberg from Belgium, who already with his various art inspired escapades, drew some firm attention from Belgian celebrities, including the Belgian Queen Paola herself (with his blue paola painting), and even from Neil Diamond who promoted Patrick with a 2 page story in his fan magazine worldwide, because of the artist's tv creation of 5 one minute action paintings whilst the music of Neil Diamond was playing. Art... (AbsoluteArts.com)
Neil Diamond Offers Concertgoers Refunds Aug 28, 2008
(August 27, 2008)Singer Neil Diamond is offering concertgoers refunds after a raspy performance Monday at Ohio State University ... Neil Diamond is diagnosed with acute laryngitis. (KWTX.com, TX)
Raspy Neil Diamond offers refund to Ohio concertgoers Aug 28, 2008
Ohio fans disappointed with the raspy quality of Neil Diamond's live singing on Monday can get their money back ... COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) Disappointed Neil Diamond fans will get a refund after attending a concert at Ohio State University in which the 67-year-old singer's voice sounded raspy. (USA Today -- Life)
Code of silence Aug 27, 2008
A night to remember Some Bostonians thought Neil Diamond at Fenway was the perfect way to celebrate Saturday night: Pat Moscaritolo, president of the Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau, celebrated his birthday, and Paul Sacco, president of the Massachusetts Lodging Association, gave his wife, Madelyn, a birthday treat, as well. Who'll stop the rain. (Boston Globe)
Neil Diamonds hoarse voice angers fans Aug 27, 2008
Neil Diamonds hoarse voice angers fans - MUSIC- msnbc ... Neil Diamonds hoarse voice angers fans ... Richard Drew / AP fileDisappointed Neil Diamond fans are demanding a refund after attending a concert at Ohio State University in which the 67-year-old singers voice sounded raspy. (MSNBC -- Music)
Convention stage is a show in itself Aug 27, 2008
The band played Sweet Caroline, the song Neil Diamond was inspired to write about her. Even for the delegates in the hall, it must seem like watching a giant television. (Yahoo News)
Neil Diamond offers refund for raspy concert Aug 27, 2008
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Neil Diamond is paying a price for his disappointing vocals at an Ohio State University concert. Some fans left during the 67-year-old's raspy performance Monday. (KOLD.com, AZ)
Knees of Red Sox' Bay no longer a going concern on bases Aug 26, 2008
He worked out in Miami with a trainer while the Sox were in Baltimore and Toronto, partially because Fenway Park was hosting the Neil Diamond concert. The Sox did not make a roster move to allow Tim Wakefield, today's starter, to come off the disabled list. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Kennedy plea: believe again Aug 26, 2008
" Since his eldest brother, John Kennedy, was elected to the presidency in 1960, the Kennedy name has borne a special aura. Senator Kennedy's appearance on the opening night of the convention united delegates in honouring a man who, having resurrected his career after a shaming controversy, became a respected lawmaker and a 46-year veteran of the senate. Party organisers will be hoping that the effect lasts longer than the few minutes Senator Kennedy was on stage. A day earlier, the Speaker of... (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Sweet Fenway night with Diamond Aug 25, 2008
Neil Diamond (in Munich) still has a supple, strong voice ... Neil Diamond, the old-fashioned showman, and Neil Diamond, the contemplative songwriter, teamed up over the weekend at Fenway Park for a concert that split the difference between the two ... Here in Boston, "Sweet Caroline" isn't a Neil Diamond song anymore; it's a Red Sox song, part and parcel of this crowd's beloved ballpark and team spirit. (Boston Globe)
Doing it their way Aug 23, 2008 DIAMOND-MUSIC Aug 20, 2008 A defensive reaction from first basemen Aug 19, 2008 Rough Diamond Aug 19, 2008 Lugo takes cuts for first time since injury Aug 19, 2008 Neil Diamond preps for concert at Fenway Aug 18, 2008 Newsweek: Randy Newman on his new album Aug 16, 2008 An Oldie Neil's Not A Goodie Aug 16, 2008 Film mocks Hollywood racial profiling Aug 14, 2008 Pitching a concern after Tuesday's loss Aug 14, 2008 Neil Diamond's latest marathon Aug 14, 2008 Obama, McCain List Favorite Songs Aug 13, 2008 Arena feels sting of slow bookings Aug 13, 2008 Neil Diamond Is Forever Aug 12, 2008 Metallica Compare Hands-Off Producer Rick Rubin To Longtime Hand-Holder Bob Rock Aug 11, 2008 Low sales blamed as REM move show Aug 9, 2008 Unreleased Cuts Bolster Orbison Boxed Set Aug 6, 2008 Obama spokesman condemns... Jul 31, 2008 LH Summerfest begins Aug. 6 Jul 30, 2008 Quiz: What name was Miley Cyrus born with? Jul 23, 2008 Quilter finds herself wrapped in Neil Diamond's arms Jul 23, 2008 Sydney music lovers Jul 21, 2008 Vendors come from near and far for event, despite high gas prices Jul 19, 2008 Bon Jovi, Spice Girls Top Midyear Touring Chart Jul 19, 2008 Moms decry child-care aid cuts Jul 19, 2008 St. Pete Times Forum named nation's second busiest venue Jul 17, 2008 Coldplay top chart for fifth week Jul 14, 2008 Record doctor: Les Dennis Jul 13, 2008 Dizzee Rascal has UK chart topper Jul 8, 2008 Duffy to sell one million albums Jul 8, 2008 ZZ Top to get Rubin-ed Jul 5, 2008 Glad You Asked: When I see a distance to a city listed on a highway sign, to what point in the city is that distance measured? Jul 5, 2008 Music: Rappers, rockers and retailers hail record Glastonbury effect Jul 4, 2008 33RD ANNUAL DUNDALK HERITAGE FAIR Jul 4, 2008 Kid Rock resurrected Jul 4, 2008 Exclusive: ZZ Top Signs To American Recordings Jul 3, 2008 Glastonbury festival: final day Jul 1, 2008 Glastonbury: Sun, mud and a hip-hop triumph Jul 1, 2008 Jay-Z wins over doubters at Glastonbury Jul 1, 2008 Ruling the world Jul 1, 2008 120 million records or not, Neil Diamond's no sparkler Jun 30, 2008 Highlights from the Glastonbury festival Jun 30, 2008 Back To Reality: Glastonbury Over For Another Year Jun 30, 2008 Coldplay lose singles chart crown Jun 30, 2008 No action over Winehouse 'punch' Jun 30, 2008 Amy Winehouse, Michael Lohan, Uma Thurman Jun 30, 2008 Viscous tar, new hats and oldies Jun 29, 2008 Crazy For Jay Z: Glasto's Headliner Makes His Point Jun 29, 2008 Nicky and Dave Stickball Tournament Jun 28, 2008 Tickets still available for Swift, Diamond Jun 28, 2008 Quiz: What is Coldplay's first album? Jun 27, 2008 Bill And Oprah Ice Machine Jun 27, 2008 Glastonbury Headliner a Hit With the Workforce Jun 27, 2008 Coldplay: how to top the charts by mistake Jun 26, 2008 Glastonbury: The best party on the planet Jun 26, 2008 The 20 most powerful celebrity makers Jun 23, 2008 CD REVIEW: Piano shapes Scottish vibe Jun 22, 2008 6/22: George Michael Jun 18, 2008 Readers Single Out Duffy's Hit Jun 17, 2008 Duffy wins Mojo best song award Jun 17, 2008 New Coldplay Album Sells 300K In Three Days Jun 17, 2008 Flag given to Birch Meadow Jun 17, 2008 Cheapskate or creative romantic? Jun 17, 2008 The Buzz: When pop songs go wrong ... and oh so right Jun 17, 2008 Veterans take honours at rock music awards Jun 17, 2008
Tonight and tomorrow, fans of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, and Neil Diamond (the only living legend in the lot) will be treated to hits such as "My Way," "Come Fly With Me," "Everybody Loves Somebody," and "Sweet Caroline." The performers are Richard DeLuca (left) of Stoneham (Sinatra), Jim Celona of Revere (Martin), Cheryl Thurson (Cline) and her son Greg (Cash), both of East Boston, and Malden's Barry Mooney as special guest Neil Diamond. Tonight at 8, tomorrow at 2... (Boston Globe)
Studdard is the life of the block party Aug 23, 2008
Now in center field, Neil DiamondBack in the day, Neil Diamond would change outfits at least a few times during his show. We'll see if that's still true tonight when the "Sweet Caroline" crooner performs at Fenway. (Boston Globe)
In the movie "What About Bob?," Bill Murray's wacky character reduces the world's population to a simple formula: "Those who like Neil Diamond, and those who don't.". Well, like him or not, he's one of the most successful recording artists of all time. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
" Drew said the pain was in his lower back, toward the right side, and he planned to spend yesterday getting a massage and alternating hot and cold therapy . . . Instead of staying in Boston - where Fenway Park is closed for the next couple of days for the Neil Diamond concert - Mike Lowell will head to Miami to work through his oblique injury. He'll spend four days there, doing two-a-day workouts with a trainer, then the club will determine whether he's ready for baseball activities. If so, he... (Boston Globe -- Sports)
NEIL Diamond spewing obscenities and shooting heroin. It nearly happened. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Due to the Neil Diamond concert at Fenway Park this week, Lowell went home to South Florida to do his rehab there for a few days. "He's going back to Miami for four days," said Red Sox manager Terry Francona. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Neil Diamond will at last sing 'Sweet Caroline' at Fenway this week ... There's something almost mystical about the prospect of Neil Diamond singing "Sweet Caroline" in the flesh at Fenway Park next Saturday. (Boston Globe)
"That's what 95 percent of songs going back to 1800 have been. If I wanted to sell millions of records and be famous, I made a mistake in being less direct than Neil Diamond, who America loves. They're not going to love someone underhanded like me.". He's got a point: this country doesn't always digest satire too well. (MSNBC -- Music)
NEIL Diamond, who concludes his four-concert series at Madison Square Garden tonight, proved his greatest strength is also his most undermining weakness. The 67-year-old musical icon is loyal to a fault. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
And modern standards certainly didnt stop Neil Diamond from also putting on blackface for the opening number of the 1980 Jazz Singer remake ... And lest you think Neil Diamond was the only actor embarrassing himself racially during the Reagan years, check out 1981s Charlie Chan and the Curse of the Dragon Queen, starring the oh-so-British Peter Ustinov as the famous private eye. (MSNBC -- News)
"I never did like Neil Diamond," Daniels said. He has reason. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Neil Diamond's latest marathon - International Herald Tribune. Four decades into a career as the sequined king of soft rock, celebrated in his 1970s peak as much for his rakish growl and helmet of wavy hair as for hits like "Sweet Caroline" and "Song Sung Blue," Neil Diamond is enjoying something of a career renaissance. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
McCain's top 10 also included songs by Merle Haggard, Dooley Wilson, Louis Armstrong, Neil Diamond and The Platters. Copyright 2008 by. (Click2Houston, TX)
San Antonio, another similar market, has a slightly more robust schedule with Dion, New Kids on the Block, Neil Diamond and the Eagles all booked for fall dates. Pages: 1. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
NEIL Diamond has a polarizing effect on people. You either love or hate him, but lately there seems to be lots o' love for this 67-year-old American treasure. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
They found what they were looking for in Rick Rubin, one of the most important producers of the last 20 years, who has worked with artists as diverse as Slayer, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Neil Diamond, Weezer, Rage Against the Machine and Jay-Z.. At the start of the studio sessions, frontman James Hetfield said Rubin challenged them to think back to 1985, when they wrote and recorded 1986's Master of Puppets. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Bruce Springsteen attracted a 48,500 capacity crowd to the Millennium Stadium when he performed earlier this summer, while Neil Diamond attracted 26,000. Madonna will kick off off her latest tour at the stadium when she performs on 23 August. (BBC News)
Orbison's widow Barbara and son Roy Kelton Orbison Jr. executive produced "Soul of Rock and Roll." Springsteen, Costello, Neil Diamond, Tom Waits, Dolly Parton, Tom Petty and Bonnie Raitt are among the artists contributing testimonials to the liner notes. MORE LIKE THIS ARTICLES May 23, 2008. (Billboard.com)
In response, the McCain campaign "rolled" out Tony Orlando and Dawn - and Neil Diamond. Posted By: Earl | July 30, 2008 at 02:25 PM. (The Drudge Report)
He sings the songs of many great artists including Frank Sinatra, Elvis, Dean Martin, Tom Jones, Neil Diamond, Franki Valli. Jerry has performed at many venues in the Midwest, especially in the Chicago area, and lends his talent at events like county fairs, clubs ts. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Quiz: What name was Miley Cyrus born with. - Toyota Concert Series on TODAY - MSNBC.com. (MSNBC -- Music)
Neil Diamond, left, looks at a quilt made by Rise Levine, Springfield, Mo ... Neil Diamond pointed to a quilt Levine was holding as he asked the question ... Kilkuskie has been to 115 Neil Diamond shows and still can't get enough of him. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Neil Diamond is one of the most successful pop music performers in the history of music with more than 125 million records sold worldwide, 15 Top Ten albums and 37 Top Ten singles. RSVP is giving you the chance to win the entire back catalogue of Neil Diamond CDs ... To win simply tell us in 25 words or less your favourite Neil Diamond song and why. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
At noon, Heidi Swan, a Nashville-bound artist, plays live music, followed by the Cherry Cherry Band, a Neil Diamond tribute, from 3 to 5:30 p.m. and the Kelly Hughes Band from 6 to 9:30 p.m.. SUNDAY Booths are open from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.. (Montana Standard, MT)
But with tours just getting underway by Coldplay, Celine Dion, Kenny Chesney, Rascal Flatts, the Jonas Brothers and Tim McGraw, and upcoming tours by Tina Turner, Madonna and Neil Diamond, some different names will grace the list. There will also be some unexpected appearances in the rankings, like the surging New Kids on the Block reunion tour. (Billboard.com)
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Just in time for Twin Cities residents turning to bicycles for transportation because of rising gas prices: a Web site designed by University of Minnesota researchers that's a sort of MapQuest for two-wheelers. (Yahoo News -- Child Welfare)
Upcoming shows include , George Michael and Neil Diamond. In addition to the Pollstar study, Venues Today reports that The Forum is the sixth busiest venue in the world, with gross ticket sales of $25. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Both Neil Diamond and funk and reggae legend Eddy Grant continue to feature, with sales riding high after successful appearances at this year's Glastonbury festival. And Abba's greatest hits album, Gold, jumps from 43 to 12 thanks to publicity surrounding the Mamma Mia. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
I listened to Neil Diamond afterwards as an antidote. I really had no idea why you sent me this. (Guardian Unlimited)
In the wake of their performances at the Glastonbury festival last weekend, both Amy Winehouse and Neil Diamond saw their current albums climb back up the chart and into the top 10. Reggae star Eddy Grant's best of album made an appearance at number 14 after he gave his first live performance in the UK for more than a decade at Glastonbury. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Veteran performer Neil Diamond is also in the top 10 for the year to date with his album Home Before Dark. Duffy's single Mercy also crowned the singles chart for five weeks. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Rubin whose low-schmaltz approach helped to relaunch the careers of both Johnny Cash and Neil Diamond, also looks set to produce the next ZZ Top album as part of any arrangement. The band's manager, Carl Stubner, said the forthcoming album would recall the one-chord blues of ZZ Top's 1973 hit La Grange, rather than the glossy hard-rock the band is now known for. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
The synopsis of the book on lists the following as guilty pleasures: Boy bands, the Olsen twins, Old Spice cologne, water beds, green bean casserole, The Love Boat, Cool Whip, Neil Diamond, White Castle Hamburgers, Thomas Kincaid, the WonderBra and more. Is it illegal for me to drive in my car and listen to my iPod through its white headphones. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
As such, the recently reformed The Verve, who headlined the Sunday night, saw sales of their 1997 album Urban Hymns go up, while Neil Diamond saw a surge in sales of his best-of album. A similar effect is observed after high-profile awards ceremonies such as the Brits and the Mercury Music Prize, but such was the breadth of artists showcased at Glastonbury that the spoils were shared more widely and retailers said it was more pronounced than ever. (guardian.co.uk)
Tim, Mike and Brian Mahoney and Jay Swanson will play big hits by six to eight major acts such as Neil Diamond, Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley and the band they re most famous for impersonating; the Beatles. Each band member changes his hair and clothes and adjusts his voice to get in character, Tim Mahoney said. (Dundalk Eagle, MD)
Although Rock would eventually team up with Rob Cavallo (who helmed Green Days mega-selling American Idiot), he initially met with Rick Rubin, an icon whos hit home runs with everyone from Jay-Z and Johnny Cash to the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Neil Diamond. The reason that I didnt work with Rick, Rock explains, is that the way he likes to work on a record is to hear your songs and make sure youve got great stuff. (Georgia Straight)
The hope is that with Rubin's guidance, the band can enjoy a commercial and critical revitalization along the lines of prior Rubin clients Johnny Cash and Neil Diamond. For his part, Stubner, who began managing ZZ Top a year-and-a-half ago, has worked to increase ZZ Top's visibility via an increased focus on licensing and TV appearances, including the finale of "American Idol" this spring. (Billboard.com)
Neil Diamond - whose face shows how good you can look at 67 if you are the only man in pop who didn't do drugs in the 1960s - lies towards the Bassey end of the spectrum. He may have had a critical resurgence with two autumnal Rick Rubin-produced albums, but he remains resolutely uncool. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
From Jay-Z to Neil Diamond, the festival took some chances this year ... Another crooner, Neil Diamond, gave us the biggest sing-a-long of the weekend with "I'm a Believer" and "Sweet Caroline" as the crowd locked arms and raised their pints. (Independent)
Hundreds of other acts took the stage over the three-day event held on a dairy farm in southwest England, including Gossip and veterans Jimmy Cliff, Neil Diamond and Leonard Cohen. Organizers struggled to sell all of the tickets to this years event unlike sellouts of recent years, but Jay-Z and the rest of the cast earned Glastonbury high marks. (MSNBC -- Music)
1/24: The official end to Neil Diamond on diamonds outside of Boston ... No stadiums, not listed in media guides as residing on Yawkey Way, are permitted to play Neil Diamond's "Sweet Caroline," or any cover/rendition/spoof. (CBS News)
120 million records or not, Neil Diamond's no sparkler - Times Online ... 120 million records or not, Neil Diamond's no sparkler ... In a Glastonbury dominated by white-rimmed sunglasses, coloured afros and tepees, perhaps Neil Diamond s mid-afternoon croon should have found a more comfortable home. (Times Online)
Advertisement Legendary US crooner Neil Diamond performed for the first time at Glastonbury and reformed rock band The Verve closed the festival. SEE ALSO. (BBC News -- UK)
Neil Diamond put on a Sunday afternoon slot, and possibly stole the show ... Neil Diamond 'stole the show ... "My friend went into a loo and walked in on Neil Diamond having a wee. That's a story she'll be telling people for a while.". (Sky News)
Glastonbury performers Duffy and Neil Diamond stayed at number two and three with their albums, while Darren Styles also held steady at four. Ne-Yo's 2006 song So Sick topped the UK chart. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Veteran singer Neil Diamond was one of the main performers at the festival on Sunday, singing a number of classic hits including Sweet Caroline ... Veteran Neil Diamond entertained Glastonbury's Sunday crowds. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
On Sunday, the closing day of the event, Neil Diamond, Leonard Cohen, The Verve, Mark Ronson and Stackridge - the band that played the first Glastonbury set in 1970 - took the stage. Winehouse, who was in the hospital a week ago being treated for traces of emphysema, also appeared Friday at a concert in Hyde Park in London to celebrate the 90th birthday of Nelson Mandela. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Every year an oldie-but-goldie is lined up for Sunday and this time round Neil Diamond was holding that spot until Leonard Cohen trumped him. Never mind: yesterday there were great sets from Vampire Weekend and the Gossip and Foals. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
NEIL DIAMOND - Glastonbury will no doubt be swaying in unison to Sweet Caroline, but look out for songs from his newer, more sparse, Rick Rubin produced albums. LEONARD COHEN - It's been 15 years since he last bothered playing live but now he's back to play the Pyramid stage. (Sky News)
There will be food for sale and a raffle with prizes that include tickets to see Neil Diamond at Fenway Park. All proceeds from the event go to a scholarship fund for student-athletes at Somerville High School. (Boston Globe)
Gann said tickets are available for the July 22 Neil Diamond concert at the Tyson and that the promoter has released additional tickets. Board member Kevin Kjeldseth said in May the box office sold more than 15,000 tickets and took in 476,000. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
From Fergie to Neil Diamond, check out the latest music stars that have rocked out the Plaza this summer. . (MSNBC -- Music)
Other guests included Robert De Niro, Elton John, Neil Diamond, Kim Cattrall, Pierce Brosnan and Uma Thurman. And despite rumors that Naomi Campbell - who calls herself Mandela's goddaughter - was denied presenter duties at tonight's concert for Mandela's 46664 AIDS charity, the cellphone-hurling catwalker was seen "hugging everyone" at the party. (New York Post -- Gossip)
- Glastonbury Live Act Neil Diamond, Famed for Hits Like Sweet Caroline ... But cheesy music isn't a total flop with Glastonbury headliner, Neil Diamond, being named the artist people would most like to perform at a work party beating other Glastonbury artists including Amy Winehouse, Jay Z and The Gossip. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The biggest chart success in the UK in recent weeks has been 67-year-old veteran Neil Diamond. Not only was his latest album Home Before Dark top-three for six weeks running, two reissued Diamond compilations reached the top 10. (Telegraph.co.uk)
From Jay-Z to Neil Diamond and Amy Winehouse - this year's Glastonbury promises to be more eclectic than ever ... Perhaps dreaming of a Neil Diamond-style career revival, old hands Gilbert O'Sullivan and Andy Fairweather-Lowe both appear on the Acoustic Stage on Saturday; but the day's most intriguing listing is surely on the Park Stage, where Brazilian indie-dance group CSS, math-rockers Battles and American alt.rockers MGMT are supported by Music Through Unconventional Means with Shlomos Vocal... (Independent)
The revival of Neil Diamond, who last month enjoyed the first Number One album of his 43-year career. The launch of Duffy, whose debut album has sold 1. (Guardian Unlimited -- Media)
If parallels must be drawn to the past, traces of Neil Diamond and Oasis are heard on "Here We Stand," but it is clear the influences on the album reflect music The Fratellis, not some producer, listen to. While the nonsensical lyrics from their debut album still fit comfortably on "Here We Stand," the majority of the new songs are fully equipped with sensible and even enlightening lyrics. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Is he prepping himself to be the latest incarnation of Neil Diamond, who can tour continually thanks to a sense of showmanship and a huge catalog of recognizable songs. Or is he one step away from joining Belinda Carlisle and the Human League on the oldies circuit. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Other winners included Led Zeppelin, Paul Weller, The Sex Pistols, Genesis, Neil Diamond and The Specials. The event was hosted by Mojo magazine's editor-in-chief Phil Alexander at The Brewery in east London. (Glasgow Daily Record)
And Neil Diamond, 67, who last month topped the UK album chart for the first time with new release Home Before Dark, won the classic songwriter award. Maverick award. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
The new album chart also saw Neil Diamond rebound 3-2 with "Home Before Dark" (Columbia/Sony BMG), as last week's new entry at No. 1, Paul Weller's "22 Dreams" (Universal Island), fell to No. 4. Scottish band the Fratellis' sophomore album "Here We Stand," also on Island, arrived at No. 5 and there was a 27-12 climb for "The Essential Paul Simon" (Warner Bros. (Billboard.com)
The energetic and friendly Daniels said he ll also miss hosting all-school assemblies, a time when he can gather with the Birch Meadow community and sing the Birch Meadow school song and Neil Diamond s Sweet Caroline. At Thursday s assembly, the school sang Sweet Caroline with Daniels for the last time. (Reading Advocate, MA)
A couple can get pasta and drinks for less than $30, and then get free entertainment -- a Frank Sinatra, Neil Diamond or other impersonator. Dorothy A. Miller, author of "Rich/Poor Man's Guide to Pittsburgh," likes Penn Brewery or Max's Allegheny Tavern on the North Side, Union Grill in Oakland, and Tessaro's in Bloomfield as cheap dates -- especially if you order right. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Play Me by Neil Diamond. And you can tell my arms, go back into the farm/ You can tell my feet to hit the floor/ You can tell my lips, or tell my fingertips/ They won't be reaching out for you no more/ Don't tell my heart, my achy breaky heart/ I just don't think he'd understand/ 'Cause if you tell my heart, my achy breaky heart/ He might blow up and kill this man. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Neil Diamond, the Sex Pistols and Led Zeppelin were among the big winners at last night's Mojo Honours List awards, proving that age is no barrier to continued success in the once youth-obsessed world of rock 'n' roll. Even the newer acts that won prizes at the annual awards organised by the music magazine wear their 1960s influences on their sleeves. (Guardian Unlimited)
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