Land of the long breakfast May 23, 2008
CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Marc Warren, Ria Byass, Lynne Wheaton, Ray Jennings, Jenny Kolovs, Peter Murray, Anne Murray, Roger Williams (obscured), Kate Williams, Pattey Burry, Janet Wickham, John Melbourne, Kate Souter, Warwick Souter, Julie Nettle, Prue Trethewey, Graham Trethewey, Gerome van der Linden, Graham Wheaton, Graham Allison, Trish van der Linden, Peter Clark. Picture: Peter MacLean. (Kangaroo Island Islander)
Bright and shade May 12, 2008
Well, actually, funnily enough Ive just completed a song with Anne Murray ['Snowbird'] which was a big hit in Canada. It's sort of a classic piece which is country, which she asked me to duet with her. (iAfrica.com)
Review: Classic Murray May 5, 2008
Anne Murray delivered an impressive performance for a sold-out crowd Friday night at the Jubilee Auditorium ... Anne Murray in concert at the Jubilee Friday. (Canada.com)
Junos a big hit for CTV Apr 8, 2008
7 million when Anne Murray took the stage with Jann Arden and Sarah Brightman. Next story. (Winnipeg Sun)
Feist, Blue Rodeo double winners at early Junos Apr 6, 2008
Comedian Russell Peters hosts Sunday's televised ceremony from the Saddledome, with performances by nominees Anne Murray, Feist, Hedley and Lavigne, as well as a country tribute featuring Paul Brandt, Shane Yellowbird and Aaron Lines. With files from the Canadian Press. (CBC News)
Juno sneak peek Apr 5, 2008
"If you get nervous Sunday night, will you picture Anne Murray in her underwear?" one reporter asked. "To be honest with you, that would kind of arouse me, so I don't know if I should do that," the Brampton, Ontario native replied. (Canada.com)
Q&A: Juno host Russell Peters Apr 5, 2008
But I think Anne Murray would be fun to play with. She's so legendary. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
More than cowboy crooners Apr 1, 2008
While no city hotels will dish on their celebrity guests, lets just say Hotel Arts is more Feist-forward (she may have even played the old Westward bar here in her punk Placebo days), Blue Rodeo might feel comfy surrounded by the colourful western canvases at the Hyatt, while the Palliser is best equipped to serve visiting musical royals such as Anne Murray. BEST SPORTING EVENT. (Globe and Mail)
Newsweek: Tracey Ullman at liberty to laugh Mar 25, 2008
There's an elderly woman who, when busted trying to smuggle prescription drugs from Canada, says she had crossed the border to see an Anne Murray concert. There's a rich Malawian actress who flies in to adopt a poor white child and take him back to her country. (MSNBC -- News)
Junos reminded organizers left Murray off list Mar 25, 2008
Anne Murray is also a Juno winner -- in fact, the most-awarded artist in the little crystal-guy's history, with 24 trophies collecting dust at home. After more than 40 years in the music biz, Murray knows a thing or two about how the annual awards fest operates. (Regina Leader-Post)
Anne Murray fears extra nominee could nab Juno Mar 23, 2008
Anne Murray is concerned that the extra Juno Awards nominee for best album couldwin the prize without really having qualified. The Canadian songbird's latest album Duets: Friends and Legends was originally excluded from the list of best album nominees when awards officials incorrectly calculated sales figures last month. (CBC Nova Scotia)
Anne Murray says this year's winner for Best Album might not ... Mar 22, 2008
Anne Murray: This Year's Juno For Best Album Might Not Be Deserved; We've Been Saying That Forever ... Anne Murray says this year's winner for Best Album might not deserve it ... Anne Murray: This Year's Juno For Best Album Might Not Be Deserved; We've Been Saying That Forever. (Dose.ca)
Murray questions handling of flubbed Juno nominees Mar 20, 2008
TORONTO Canadian singing legend Anne Murray is questioning the integrity of the Juno Awards after initially being left off the list of best album nominees ... The Anne Murray gaffe was flabbergasting, says LeBlanc, a veteran music journalist who wrote the liner notes for the Duets disc. (Globe and Mail)
Tool for creating online comics a hit at SXSW Mar 20, 2008
Anne Murray is concerned that the extra Juno Awards nominee for best album could win the prize without really having qualified. Principal dancer Jennifer Fournier will dance her farewell season with the National Ballet of Canada in Sir Frederick Ashton's solo, Five Brahms Waltzes in the Manner of Isadora Duncan. (CBC Manitoba)
Murray is special Mar 20, 2008
Anne Murray had posterity in mind. After all, this might be the final project of her career. (Winnipeg Sun)
Leon Redbone coming to Bismarck Mar 16, 2008
Point to Ponder wrote on Mar 15, 2008 12:46 PM:" I agree with Mike, the Belle has great acoustics. Why not bring other entertainment there or bring some live music to the Civic Center that isn't geared towards my grandmother? Anne Murray and Kenny Rogers are fine for the 50+ crowd, what about those under 50 yrs old? ". mike wrote on Mar 14, 2008 2:39 PM:" It is great that the Belle is hosting Kottke and Redbone. The Belle has incredible acoustics and is a superb venue for concerts such as this.... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Whistler Mountaineer train rolls out the red carpet for Canadian music stars Mar 6, 2008
The show will be hosted by Russell Peters and will feature a star-studded line up of artists who will perform, including Michael Bubl;, Feist, Finger Eleven, Jann Arden, Anne Murray, Avril Lavigne and Sarah Brightman. The Whistler Mountaineer was launched in May of 2006 and is owned and operated by Rocky Mountaineer Vacations (RMV). (Canada Newswire)
Hedley and Jully Black Complete Performance Lineup for The 2008 JUNO Awards, Sunday, April 6 on CTV Mar 5, 2008
Anne Murray will appear in special duet performances with Jann Arden and Sarah Brightman. Aaron Lines, Gord Bamford, Johnny Reid, Paul Brandt and Shane Yellowbird will perform in a special all-country musical tribute to the host city and province. (Canada Newswire)
Brevard musicians often perform with big names Mar 2, 2008
"Generally, touring shows travel with a few musicians. Then area musicians are hired to fill out the orchestra to save money, said Nance Burroughs, King Center marketing director. For "Camelot," only a drummer, a keyboard player andArea professional musicians have been hired to perform with acts such as Josh Groban, Johnny Mathis, Bernadette Peters, Bobby Vinton, Styx, Clay Aiken, Anne Murray and Mannheim Steamroller, which comes to the King Center on Tuesday.Typically, when shows come to the... (Florida Today)
Social Calendar Feb 23, 2008
Kravis Center, Cocktail reception and dinner honoring Founder Members and Grand Sponsor, Sponsor and Patron Members of the Dress Circle; Cohen Pavilion, 5:30 p.m. Dinner sponsored by Northern Trust prior to performance by Anne Murray; 651-4320. 28. (The Palm Beach Post)
Group proposes $5 monthly unlimited song downloads Feb 22, 2008
"I'm in Jackie's category: I just don't use the Internet for downloading songs and/or movies; I'm not into gaming - I basically use the Internet as a source of information.Why should I be forced to contribute to starving musicians whose products I don't use? angry userThis is insane. So they want to charge people for something, even though they may never use it.And what level of song quality do I get for paying this price? Are they going to give a website to download songs with good bitrates for... (CTV.ca)
Sault city councillors deserve as many concert tickets as Sudbury's Feb 20, 2008
Maybe he'll pass on the Anne Murray concert, though. Anyway, it was then disclosed that the same practice applies in Sault Ste. (Sault Star)
Anne Murray, Jill Barber receive additional Juno nods Feb 18, 2008
com: Anne Murray, Jill Barber receive additional Juno nods. Anne Murray, Jill Barber receive additional Juno nods ... Toronto Anne Murray and singer-songwriter Jill Barber have been given additional Juno Award nominations and rapper JDiggz have been added to the list, 10 days after the nominees were officially announced. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Canadian folksinger Willie P. Bennett dies Feb 18, 2008
Songbird Anne Murray and Halifax singer-songwriter Jill Barber have earned additional nominations for Juno Awards. A second Spice Girls reunion "probably won't happen ever again," according to Geri (Ginger Spice) Halliwell. (CBC.ca)
Vancouver will play host to the 2009 Juno Awards Feb 14, 2008
Comedian Russell Peters is hosting the event while big names in music such as Avril Lavigne, Cline Dion, Anne Murray and Feist are nominated for awards. Berry emphasized the wealth of events that will take place surrounding the awards show in Vancouver, from a free autograph-signing session to a charity hockey game that pits former NHL players against well-known musicians. (Vancouver Sun)
Cline leads the Juno pack Feb 6, 2008
For those who do watch, artists slated to perform include Feist, Lavigne, Bubl, soprano Measha Brueggergosman, and songbird Anne Murray, who has the all-time most Juno nominations and earned another for Pop Album of the Year for Duets: Friends ds. Dion added to her 53 previous Juno nominations with nods for Artist of the Year, the Juno Fan Choice Award, Francophone Album of the Year (D'elles) and Pop Album of the Year (Taking Chances), while both her albums were nominated for Album of the... (Ottawa Citizen)
Beyond Celine and Avril, some real excitement Feb 6, 2008
And Anne Murray was nominated in the pop-album-of-the-year category for Duets: Friends & Legends ... Pop Album Of The Year Duets: Friends & Legends, Anne Murray; Street Gospels, Bedouin Soundclash; Taking Chances, Celine Dion; The Reminder, Feist; Call Me Irresponsible, Michael Bubl. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Juno nominees Feb 6, 2008
Duets: Friends & Legends, Anne Murray. Street Gospels, Bedouin Soundclash. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Dion leads Juno nominations Feb 6, 2008
Performers at this year's bash will include Lavigne, opera star Measha Brueggergosman, Anne Murray and Feist. Feist is also up for several honours at this weekend's Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. (Globe and Mail)
John Stewart; helped set trend of singer-songwriter for '70s Jan 24, 2008
His biggest song was "Daydream Believer," a number-one hit for the Monkees and also a chart single for Anne Murray. Rosanne Cash later found success with his "Runaway Train.". (Boston Globe)
Anne Murray's New All-Star Collaborative Album, 'Anne Murray Duets: Friends & Legends,' Enjoys Strong Debut Across Several Billboard Charts: #8 Country; #3 Internet; #42 Top 200 Jan 24, 2008
Anne Murray's New All-Star Collaborative Album, 'Anne Murray Duets: Friends & Legends,' Enjoys Strong Debut Across Several Billboard Charts: #8 Country; #3 Internet; #42 Top 200: Financial News - Yahoo ... Anne Murray's New All-Star Collaborative Album, 'Anne Murray Duets: Friends & Legends,' Enjoys Strong Debut Across Several Billboard Charts: #8 Country; #3 Internet; #42 Top 200Wednesday January 23, 2:52 pm ET ... New Duets Album Pairs Music Legend Anne Murray with a Who's-Who of Top Female... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
John Stewart of Kingston Trio dead at 68 Jan 21, 2008
Still, as with Daydream Believer, he was likely best known for writing songs for others, including Joan Baez, Nanci Griffith, Roseanne Cash and Anne Murray. He was a cult hero, he never made it super huge, said his manager, Dean Swett. (MSNBC -- News)
John Stewart, 68; singer-songwriter of folk Jan 21, 2008
His biggest song was "Daydream Believer," a No. 1 hit for the Monkees and also a chart single for Anne Murray. Rosanne Cash later found success with his "Runaway Train.". (Los Angeles Times)
Listen Up: Fields has magnetic attraction of sweet and somber Jan 15, 2008
Anne Murray's new duets album is a "labor of love" featuring "exquisite production," Brian Mansfield says ... Anne Murray, : * * 1/2 -- pop solidarity. (USA Today -- Life)
BC Place roof report implicates staff Jan 5, 2008
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Warming forests sop up less greenhouse gases than thought Jan 4, 2008
"What are you English doing on a German ship...We're not necessarily talking high-end here. These are antique malls and markets... Inside the . Italians brave freezing temperatures... The price of fruits and vegetables... Anne Murray discusses Duets: Friends... A free memorial concert tribute... Pre-schoolers may talk about demons... Motorola the world's third biggest... The highway leading into Jena, ... Newspapers: Television: Marketplace: CanWest Countries: ?... (Canada.com)
NASHVILLE SKYLINE: Anne Murray's Friends & Legends Duets Jan 4, 2008
CMT.com : News : Nashville Skyline : Anne Murray's Friends ds Duets ... Anne Murray is releasing a gorgeous CD of duets with some of her favorite women singers, and it's an absolute joy ... Anne Murray Duets: Friends & Legends will be out Jan. 15 and I like it. (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
Mother Nature hands Quebecers a free trip south Jan 4, 2008
"They jump (travel) agencies for a $10 price difference."You always have to be more creative," he said, adding that the promotion was extended three times since it started in June.More promotions of a similar nature might occur next holiday season, he said. Ads by Google Inside the . Italians brave freezing temperatures... The price of fruits and vegetables... Anne Murray discusses Duets: Friends... A free memorial concert tribute... Pre-schoolers may talk about demons...... (Canada.com)
Running recovery after knee surgery Dec 21, 2007
It's during these times I'm always afraid the drugs will act as de facto truth serum, and I'll subconsciously volunteer that I own CDs by Anne Murray and Lobo or something equally as embarrassing. This time I managed to stay awake the entire time and was able to watch the surgical instrument chomping my loose cartilage and smoothing my arthritis like a deranged Pac-Man gone wild. (Albany Times Union)
Jim Brickman brings his mellow holiday show to PPAC Dec 21, 2007
Sun Publishing E-Papers Your world is just a click away. By Marshall Williams Pianist Jim Brickman. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Anka sings the classics Dec 12, 2007
Gordon Lightfoot was here in August, Anne Murray heads home next spring, and Ottawa pop crooner Paul Anka performs at the Halifax Metro Centre on Tuesday. The only holdout is Joni Mitchell; hopefully the Prairie folk icon takes this as a sign. (ChronicleHerald.ca)
Anne Murray's last tour to hit Vancouver in May Dec 6, 2007
Anne Murray's last tour to hit Vancouver in May ... Anne Murray's last tour to hit Vancouver in May ... That's Anne Murray's version of retirement, at least. (Vancouver Sun)
Duet with late 'hero' Dusty Springfield favourite on album: Murray Nov 12, 2007
"For me, it made the album," Anne Murray said about including a song with the late Dusty Springfield on her new CD, Duets: Friends and Legends. "Dusty was my hero, and I really wanted this," said Murray, who - through the power of technology - sings I Just Fall In Love Again with the British legend. (The Daily News)
At home with Anne Murray Nov 11, 2007
Anne Murray's new CD, Duets: Friends ds, pairs her with some of the biggest female performers in the industry ... The essential Anne Murray: A timeline ... Anne Murray born June 20 in Springhill, N.S., a small coal-mining town. (Toronto Star)
Our Snowbird's last songs? Nov 10, 2007
I bogeyed; Anne Murray double bogeyed ... The occasion: the forthcoming release this Tuesday of Anne Murray Duets: Friends & Legends (EMI Canada), her first album in three years, produced by the legendary Phil Ramone ... Ramone, a certified demigod in the world of music, responsible for producing the likes of Sinatra, Pavarotti and Bob Dylan, said the artists came to the studio sessions in awe of Anne Murray and more prepared than I have ever seen. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Top 10 overlooked Canadian albums Oct 22, 2007
Ask Sarah McLaughlin & Anne Murray. Both from Nova Scotia & Stompin Tom Connors. (Canada.com)
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Alzheimer’s: A quest for joy in the moment’ Sep 24, 2007
Last year we attended the Anne Murray concert, said Susie, a bit remorseful that Annie has trouble recalling that performance. We re looking forward to the Oak Ridge Boys Christmas concert in the Dells in November. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Michael Bublé wants to take over the world Sep 22, 2007
Delich knew Allen had orchestrated the careers of Bryan Adams, Anne Murray and Martina McBride. She appealed for help in getting Bubl. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
They called him Dr. Music Aug 31, 2007
Riley went on to establish himself as a composer, arranger, conductor and performer in the classical, jazz, blues and commercial genres, collaborating with notable acts such as Placido Domingo, the National Ballet, Ray Charles and Anne Murray. He received the Order of Canada in 2004. (Toronto Star)
Obituary: Doug Riley, 62 Aug 29, 2007
Mr. Riley's best friend, singer David Clayton-Thomas, said the death was a sudden blow to everyone who knew the musician, an accomplished artist whose work included collaborations with Ray Charles, Placido Domingo, Ringo Starr, Gordon Lightfoot, Anne Murray, Sylvia Tyson, Dan Hill and Bob Seger. "Canada just lost a musical giant," Mr. Clayton-Thomas said by phone from Montreal. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
King Center offers something for everyone Jul 18, 2007
30-day news archives. " and ends with the blow-out "Movin' Out," which sets the amazing choreography of Twyla Tharp to music by Billy Joel. Award-winning actor Lou Diamond Phillips will be in town to star in the Broadway tour of "Camelot. (Florida Today)
Developer blasts singer's fight against wind farm Jul 11, 2007
AMHERST, N.S. -- The developer of a proposed wind farm in northwestern Nova Scotia says singer Anne Murray's opposition to the project isn't helpful and will only serve to inflame the situation ... "It's not helpful at all for the business of our company and wind farms at large to have someone like Anne Murray saying this is going to be a catastrophe for the area," Mr. Demond said. (Globe and Mail)
New stamps honour Canadian music icons Jun 15, 2007
Today, the national mail service unveils its latest star-studded series featuring Canadian music icons Joni Mitchell, Gordon Lightfoot, Anne Murray and Paul Anka. If you're wondering what happened to Neil Young, don't fret, says Canada Post's marketing and public-relations manager, Cindy Daoust. (Canada.com)
Singers get stamped by Canada Post Jun 13, 2007
Canada Post has unveiled its latest star-studded series -- this time featuring Canadian music icons Joni Mitchell, Gordon Lightfoot, Anne Murray and Paul Anka. If you're wondering what happened to Neil Young, don't fret, says Canada Post's marketing and public relations manager Cindy Daoust. (Vancouver Sun)
Emmylou Harris Prepping Boxed Set, New Album... Jun 2, 2007
Harris, who will also tour heavily into the fall, has recently recorded guest spots for Parton's next studio album, an Anne Murray duets album and old friend Danny Flowers' "Tools for the Soul.". Veteran rock act Korn has set a July 31 release date for its new self-titled Virgin album. (Billboard.com)
Sam the Record Man finally signs off May 31, 2007
"Along the way Sniderman also helped Canadian performers, including Joni Mitchell, Gordon Lightfoot, Anne Murray and bands like the Guess Who. His contribution to the music business earned him an Order of Canada. But the company ran into trouble in 2001, filing for bankruptcy in October and closing its doors in late December. Competition from music superstores such as HMV and discount retailers like Wal-Mart, coupled with Internet downloads, all spelled trouble for the Toronto record retailer.... (Toronto Star)
Plenty going on May 6, 2007
Anne Murray, of course, still tops the list, but the person I was with gets as much credit for that as the Canadian songbird does. Acoustic rocker Inda Eaton returns to Casper for a Friday ARTCORE concert at Kelly Walsh Auditorium, where she will record a CD. She'll feature her song, "Casper," at the event. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Massenburg Chairs AES 122nd Platinum Engineers 5.1 Workshop May 4, 2007
His discography includes: The Cowboy Junkies and Anne Murray. Scheduled for May 5 -- 8 at the Austria Center Vienna (ACV), the 122nd AES Convention will provide a comprehensive range of audio technology. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Olivias magic Apr 26, 2007
Newton-John has said that she likes the music of The Carpenters, Rita Coolidge, Anne Murray, Barbra Streisand, Simon and Garfunkel and many others. But she was not particularly a fan of the 70s family-singing outfit The Osmonds. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Strathmore's noteworthy season Apr 17, 2007
" There will be appearances by Portuguese fado singer Mariza (Oct. 9) and Benin-born Grammy nominee Angelique Kidjo (March 26), among others. A mix of Celtic and Appalachian folk music -- "Highland, Heath and Holler" -- will bring together several artists Jan. 18. The season, which includes jazz artists and a variety of educational programming, also offers a "pop, rock and retro" series featuring vintage rock bands Three Dog Night (Nov. 2) and Jethro Tull (Dec. 3), veteran pop singer Anne Murray... (SunSpot.net)
Peel Your Apple To Get To The Core Of The iPod Apr 3, 2007
It settled me at night with things like Home by Michael Bubl, and Shadows in the Moonlight by Anne Murray. Walking along a highway for eight hours a day doesnt offer many possibilities for variation unless your mind can traipse through a range of human experience, courtesy of books and music. (Nebraska Statepaper)
EMI, Sony laying off staff from Canadian music arms Feb 28, 2007
EMI, which represents Canadian artists Nickelback, Anne Murray and Stompin' Tom Connors, said some of the staff being laid off worked on the music label side of the business, but the company said it remains committed to discovering and nurturing Canadian artists. Sony, which represents Canadian artists including Celine Dion, Avril Lavigne and Three Days Grace, said nobody was available to discuss how layoffs would affect its efforts to develop emerging Canadian artists. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Suzuki takes environmental message on tour Jan 30, 2007
Canadian celebrities will join Dr. Suzuki throughout the tour, with musicians such as Sarah Harmer and Anne Murray performing, along with TV personalities such as Rick Mercer, and NHL players Andrew Ference and Robyn Regehr of the Calgary Flames. The tour has a theme song courtesy of Canadian musician Raffi a rockabilly number called Cool It, about global warming. (Globe and Mail)
Husband-wife folk duo will make stop in Villages Jan 22, 2007
Gillette's songs have been recorded by the likes of Garth Brooks, Kenny Rogers, John Denver, Waylon Jennings, Anne Murray and Spanky and Our Gang. Gillette has also written for films, taught workshops on songwriting, guitar theory and record production and produced four albums. (Orlando Sentinel -- Entertainment)
