Sexy Victoria's Secret show rechristens Fontainebleau Nov 17, 2008
In the '50s and '60s, the Fontainebleau was a bee's nest of celebrity activity: Frank Sinatra played the nightclub. Jerry Lewis filmed The Bellboy. (USA Today)
Viewpoint: The life-affirming power of excellence Nov 17, 2008
I've checked off (some of them repeatedly) the Penguins, U2, Frank Sinatra, LeBron James and Vladimir Horowitz. I get to put more checks next to some big items on my list this week, because two giants of the piano, Garrick Ohlsson and Lang Lang, will be playing here. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Decades of style highlight holiday tour Nov 16, 2008
With built-in buffets and libraries, terrazzo flooring, a granite fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows, it's easy picturing Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack, feeling at home, holding court inside the Nagels' living room. "Some designers overwhelm a house with holiday decor," said Marie Friederich. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
100 Greatest Singers Nov 16, 2008
P.S. I also notice Frank Sinatra isn't on the list, but cleary, Rolling Stone means singers from the rock and soul tradition. Type Size. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Lee's newest CD has who's who of musicians Nov 16, 2008
But the album's best catch may be the drumming of journeyman drummer James Gadson, who's backed up the likes of Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Ray Charles, B.B. King and Frank Sinatra and is described by Modern Drummer magazine as "one of the most sampled drummers in contemporary music.". "When we were putting this together, it came down to just a few people," says Lee, whose pensive tunes may be familiar to television audiences due to their placement in shows like "House," "Grey's Anatomy,"... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Fontainebleau Nov 16, 2008
And then on the stage of the grand ballroom, where the likes of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin once shined, was another superstar, Mariah Carey, her singing highlighted by the locally based Symphony of The Americas. Welcome to the kind of party that s been rarely seen in SoFla, the ribbon-cutting of the legendary 1950s Miami Beach resort. (The Palm Beach Post)
Real seniors get a prom to remember Nov 15, 2008
He was prepared with Frank Sinatra and Big Band music, but it was Alley Oop and Purple People Eater that got people dancing. Students filled the Heritage at Brookstone mezzanine wrestlers in their oxford shirts, coordinating ties and slacks; wrestlerettes in their thoughtfully chosen party dresses and heels, a few helping wrestlers tie their ties. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Will a Glamorous Hotel Resurrect Miami? Nov 15, 2008
A few years ago, it seemed that the memories of the Fontainebleau's heyday when the likes of Jackie Gleason, Frank Sinatra and Marlene Dietrich used to luxuriate among its marble columns were about But after a sumptuous $1 billion renovation, the Fontainebleau is making its comeback this weekend with a $5 million, celebrity-drenched celebration. More contemporary stars like baseball's Alex (A-Rod) Rodriguez can ogle beauties like Miller and Heidi Klum modeling Victoria's Secret lingerie on a... (Time.com)
Cornerstone Schools Offers Fox Theatre Patrons Unique Opportunity to Support Education in Detroit Nov 14, 2008
This collection consists of award- winning images and music of the Beatles, Frank Sinatra, Barbara Streisand and more performed by pianist Carl Doy and the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. For a $50 donation, donors receive a Somerset Amenities Card - An unlimited value. (PR Newswire)
Sirius Adds Channels Nov 14, 2008
Meanwhile, over at XM, the satellite radio provider is adding channel offerings from Bruce Springsteen, Jimmy Buffet, Elvis Presley, Grateful Dead, Eminem, Frank Sinatra, and Jamie Foxx. In sports, well see five new NBA play-by-play channels. (Marketnews.ca)
3rd 'Fockers' Flick? Nov 14, 2008
Since the list isn t confined to "Rock" or "Pop" or "Of the Rock Era," there are ridiculous and intentionally missing names: Barbra Streisand, Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, Bette Midler, Johnny Mathis, Nat King Cole, or Natalie Cole not to mention contemporary artists who consider themselves singers like Beyonce and Justin Timberlake. There is also, thank goodness, no mention of mewling Madonna. (Fox News)
LIZA TAKES PAGE FROM HER OWN LIFE Nov 14, 2008
Big-time nightclub performer, coach of Judy Garland, Frank Sinatra, Lena Horne, wrote books like "Eloise at the Plaza" and was immortalized in Fred Astaire's "Funny Face.". Said Liza on the second call after her cell cut off: "It's a very heavy show. The first act is 10 songs. The second, 11. Eight are Kay's. Unfortunately, there's no record anywhere of Kay's original choreography. Ron's doing it with such style from his point of view. Kay was ahead of her time. She moved like lightning. Never... (New York Post -- Gossip)
New on DVD: 'The Sopranos,' in its entirety Nov 14, 2008
When Frank Sinatra sang The Brooklyn Bridge in 1947's It Happened in Brooklyn, he likely didn't know there was a Troll Market underneath the structure. Back story: Maybe this was kind of a lark for director Guillermo del Toro directly after 2006's splendid Pan's Labyrinth, or maybe it was exactly the right breather. (USA Today -- Life)
Saints abound, like bears in the shadows Nov 13, 2008
Then, in the middle of a long afternoon at the nursing home, a Frank Sinatra song comes on the radio and for four and a half minutes your aunt is back, smiling, relaxed, clear-eyed and happy, tapping her rice paper hands to "My Way." When you share that news with your old uncle later, he thanks you and says he always knew you were a good egg. That is your aunt's miracle moment. (Anchorage Daily News)
Paul Robert Clark Nov 13, 2008
Paul was an accomplished drummer; had a love of music, especially jazz music; and was a big fan of Frank Sinatra. He enjoyed his dogs and was an avid New York Mets fan. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
* How to speak JAZZ Nov 10, 2008
Frank Sinatra was reputed to have learned circular breathing while singing with Tommy Dorseys band, which enabled him to hold notes for longer. In truth, thats unlikely. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
AnySwing Goes Nov 8, 2008
Director Byrell Justice billed this year s theme as the Frank Sinatra era. It s like a 40s variety show that the family would join around and listen to on the radio, Justice said. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Quincy Jones: The beat goes on Nov 7, 2008
In the 60s, Jones worked as a conductor and arranger for Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald. He also began scoring music for films, including "In the Heat of the Night," "In Cold Blood" and "The Pawnbroker," which featured his hit "Soul Bossa Nova," later re-used as the theme to the "Austin Powers" movies. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Resident producing music in L.A. Nov 6, 2008
"I've been working with him since I came to Los Angeles." Meira, whose musical influences include Frank Sinatra, Barry White, Matchbox 20, No Doubt and others, described it as "a family-oriented organization where the artist can feel at home when working with us." He attended Avon High School in 1999-2000 before enrolling at Northwestern Regional #7. He graduated from the regional school in 2004. (Farmington Valley Post, CT)
Council on Aging Notes Nov 6, 2008
November Musicale at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at All Saints Church, 17 Clark St. Featuring Jim Porcella who will give a vocal Tribute to the Greatest Generation, featuring songs from the Big Band Era and the Old Standards including tunes originally recorded by Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Nat King Cole, Louis Armstrong, and Bobby Darin. Big Band tributes to Glen Miller, Harry James, and Jimmy Dorsey. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra to perform as part of Northwest Oklahoma Concert Series Nov 5, 2008
He also has performed with some of the greatest in the music industry including Ella Fitzgerald, Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra. Tole has continued to further his musical talents as the leader of the Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Xtreme Spotlight: Shelby Roberts Nov 4, 2008
Shelby likes to compose music on her piano and listen to a range of musicians, from Alicia Keys to Frank Sinatra. She is always looking for different ways to share her talents with others. (The Augusta Chronicle)
No Access For Hollywood? Nov 4, 2008
Frank Sinatra is remembered for backing Jack Kennedy. Paul Newman made waves for Hubert Humphrey in 1968. (Townhall.com)
Aficionados aim to restore accordion's reputation Nov 3, 2008
She practices a lot of Frank Sinatra tunes and jazz standards. Her mother, Tressie, a banjo player, was in hospice this summer. (Boston Globe)
Reel clear politics Nov 1, 2008
Only Frank Sinatra can save the day. It's just a race for class president, but "Election" (1999) has much to say about those who run for office - and those who manipulate votes behind the scenes. (Boston Globe)
Halloween weekend Oct 30, 2008
Expect guests and servers to show up dressed as cool old-school celebs including Marilyn Monroe, Frank Sinatra and Greta Garbo. Several prizes will be given away for best costumes including cash, gift certificates to the resort's spa, restaurant and bar, as well as a grand prize of a weekend, all-inclusive stay. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Hasty judgment Oct 29, 2008
First: He's all about education, having founded a public high school for the arts in Queens, named after his best friend Frank Sinatra. Second: He loves Boston. (Boston Globe)
Russia's Sweetheart Oct 29, 2008
Ranging from Jimi Hendrix to My Chemical Romance, the Grateful Dead to Madonna, Fleetwood Mac to Frank Sinatra, Tab Hunter to the Red Hot Chili Peppers, the who's who of the label's roster reflects an unequalled cross section of cultural history and some of today's most important artists. Tab Hunter. (Fox News)
CNN rejected Obama ad; FOXNEWS not asked... Oct 29, 2008
DENZEL WAS IN THE FRANK SINATRA ROLE NOT THE LAWRENCE HARVEY YOU MORONS.. Posted by: Rick. (The Drudge Report)
Savannah Film Festival Honors Songwriters Alan and Marilyn Bergman With Lifetime Achievement Award Oct. 27 Oct 28, 2008
Other original Bergman songs include "Nice 'n' Easy," performed by Frank Sinatra, "In the Heat of the Night," performed by Ray Charles, and "That Face," performed by Fred Astaire. In 2001, The Kennedy Center commissioned the Bergmans to write a jazz song cycle. (PR Newswire)
NEIGHBORS: Fallbrook man hopes he has 'write' stuff to be president Oct 28, 2008
The father of four is a former gospel singer once asked to sing by Frank Sinatra at his wedding anniversary party. He owns a shipwreck salvaging company, twice ran for Congress, has run a home-renovation business and established an Internet dating site. (North County Times)
Keyboardist Saunders dies aged 74 Oct 28, 2008
Keyboardist Merl Saunders, who played with acts including Frank Sinatra and Miles Davis, has died at the age of 74. Some of his most famous music was made in the 1960s and 1970s in his collaborations with Jerry Garcia, lead singer with US rock band Grateful Dead. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Revolutions In Sound: Warner Bros. Records Launches 50th Anniversary Celebration Oct 28, 2008
Ranging from Jimi Hendrix to My Chemical Romance, the Grateful Dead to Madonna, Fleetwood Mac to Frank Sinatra, Tab Hunter to the Red Hot Chili Peppers, the who's who of the label's roster reflects an unequalled cross section of cultural history and some of today's most important artists ... The acquisition of Frank Sinatra's Reprise label in 1963 built it into one of the most dynamic organizations in popular music throughout the next five decades. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Secrets Spilled? Oct 25, 2008
" Otherwise Jackson remains low key in his new home in Las Vegas. There is absolutely no sign that he s working on anything, a new album or tour. And it may be that the time has passed to re-start any career, or that anyone is particularly interested. I told you the other day that Benny Medina wouldn t go long without work. He just announced that he s folding his Handprint Entertainment, and everyone wants to work with him! Sources say that Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony have asked Benny to... (Fox News)
Peter Levinson; chronicled big band leaders Oct 24, 2008
Mr. Levinson next turned his attention to Nelson Riddle with "September in the Rain: The Life of Nelson Riddle" (2001), profiling the arranger who was best known for his work with Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole, and Lee. In 2005, he published "Tommy Dorsey: Livin' in a Great Big Way," which a Los Angeles Times reviewer called "an absolute treat for big band and Sinatra fans, [which] easily stands on its own as a fascinating portrait of a show business character of mythic... (Boston Globe)
Willie Nelson shines on country singles chart Oct 24, 2008
There have been many recordings since, including covers by Frank Sinatra, Louis Armstrong and Ray Charles. Nat Stuckey took the song to No. 66 on the country chart in 1978, the only version of the tune to appear on this list before the Chesney/Nelson duet. (Reuters)
All in the Family: Family members rely on each other to get new business off the ground Oct 24, 2008
SYCAMORE Frank Sinatra sang a song with the line, If I can make it there, I ll make it anywhere. The Kralka family has a similar refrain: If their new business can survive the current economy, it can make it any time. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
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Amendment addresses issue of deployed legislators ... Art for generations ... New Iberia teen found, charged ... Landfill debate dominates airport board ... Performance scores to be released as soon as this week ... School board to get Caneview update ... A myriad of repairs made to enhance quality of bridge ... Fest report nearly done ... Budget meeting marathon ... Im shocked, Easy 5 winner says ... Lab remodeling slows probe in death ... Mobile cancer unit comes to Franklin ... Puppy stolen from cage ... Police searching for missing St. Martinville teenager ... Jeanerette adds staff to address flooding ... 1 injured in 18-wheeler wreck this morning ... Giants of gumbo ... WINNERS ... "Cat" production to be hot ... Taxes for roads ... Conery selected chief judge ... New trees take root ... Poetry, lecture part of week 2 passport events ... St. Martin AARP meeting Thursday ... Retired teachers meeting Tuesday ... Martin collection comes to library ... Chow down time again ... 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Dave Baker, long-time master of ceremonies for the Iberia Community Band, said selections the band played included tributes to Glenn Miller and Frank Sinatra as well as favorites from Hello Dolly, the 50 s and tunes from Walt Disney favorites. The association s next concert will feature The Boogie Kings on Jan. 23, 2009, at the New Iberia Senior High School auditorium. (New Iberia, LA)
Entertainer Harry Connick Jr. Oct 21, 2008
Connick began his career as a crooner whose singing reminded many people of Frank Sinatra. By the time he was 41 and was posing for pictures with Amanda Bynes at a 2008 screening of "Living Proof," he was beginning to resemble Sinatra in looks. (Suite101.com)
Tickets now on sale for Big Band Jazz Concert at Columbia State Oct 20, 2008
Blount and Tucker have performed with Frank Sinatra, Aretha Franklin, and Natalie Cole ... He has also performed with renowned musicians like Frank Sinatra, Mel Torme, Terry Gibbs and Hank Levy. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Nikka Costa now stresses simple over serious Oct 19, 2008
"I've gone from Frank Sinatra to Amy Winehouse," says Nikka Costa with a laugh. The diminutive soul singer is talking about the names that have dominated discussions of her always-on-the-verge musical career. (Boston Globe)
Classic New York City Restaurants Oct 19, 2008
Restaurateur Sirio Maccioni worked at Oscar s Delmonico, as it was called during one period, before moving on in 1958 to become first maitre d of the Colony, where Truman Capote, Frank Sinatra, Jacqueline Onassis, the Duke and Duchess of Windsor and Leland Hayward were all regulars, and then in 1974, owner of Le Cirque, and subsequently moving his restaurant to the New York Palace, where he was lured by the Sultan of Brunei. Another confectioner like Delmonico who made good for many years in the... (Suite101.com)
Four Tops Vocalist Levi Stubbs Dies At 72 Oct 18, 2008
Williams called Stubbs "our black Frank Sinatra. Frank not only had the voice but what made Sinatra unique was the way he'd phrase the song. Levi had that same kind of talent; whatever he was singing he would phrase it so uniquely that you would just stand there in awe.". War's Lonnie Jordan told Billboard. (Billboard.com)
Edie Adams: 1927-2008 Oct 18, 2008
Berle, Frank Sinatra, Jack Lemmon, Dean Martin and other stars organized a TV special to raise money for her and her daughters. For a solid year, she worked continuously. (San Francisco Chronicle)
McCain closes Gallup gap, but debate may halt his momentum Oct 17, 2008
Obama by contrast is Frank Sinatra during his mellower moments, or even better, Tony Bennett by starlight, looking cool in a crisis, calm in a storm, the serious man for serious times, calmly unflappable. Obama talks about healthcare while McCain talks about Ayers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
In the Mood': Musical brings 1940s to Butte audiences Oct 17, 2008
More than a concert, "In the Mood" is a Big Band theatrical swing revue that brings to life the era when all of America was listening and dancing to the same kind of music: Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Artie Shaw, Benny Goodman, Harry James, Erskin Hawkins, The Andrews Sisters, Frank Sinatra, and other greats of the 1940s. Featuring a company of 22, "In the Mood" will be performed at 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, in the Mother Lode Theater, 316 W. Park St.. (Montana Standard, MT)
Jay-Z Christens New Hollywood Palladium Oct 17, 2008
Mitchell Peters, L.A. and Frank Sinatra now have at least one thing in common: both artists have helped christen the legendary Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles. Sinatra first opened the 4,000-capacity Palladium during a concert with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra in 1940, and last night (Oct. (Billboard.com)
Actress, singer Edie Adams dies Oct 17, 2008
Berle, Frank Sinatra, Jack Lemmon, Dean Martin and other stars organized a TV special to raise money for her and her daughters. "No," she said, "I can take care of my own children.". (The Palm Beach Post)
DJ AM Returns To Work After Crash, Spinning For Jay-Z At Hollywood Concert Oct 17, 2008
Palladium show was DJ's first public appearance since jet accident (VHI.com -- Music News)
DJ AM performs for first time since crash Oct 17, 2008
The visibly scarred celebrity disc jockey, whose real name is Adam Goldstein, joined Jay-Z at a special concert Wednesday celebrating the reopening of the Hollywood Palladium, the historic venue which once hosted the likes of Frank Sinatra, The Lawrence Welk Show, Led Zeppelin and the Emmy Awards on its more than 11,000-square-foot circular wooden floor. The concert was 35-year-old DJ AM's first performance since surviving a Sept. 19 plane crash with former Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker at the... (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Drinking and the Shrinking Brain Oct 16, 2008
Subscribe to this Blog. Nobody wants to think about their brain's shrinking. (Washington Post)
RED-CARPET AFFAIR: Spend an evening in Cameron with the 'stars' Oct 16, 2008
"We haven't done a show like this before," said Calhoun Players' President Ben Davis, who will portray Frank Sinatra in next week's show ... Miller said show patrons will hear Peggy Hirth as Ethel Merman, singing "There's No Business Like Show Business;" Donna Waltz as Loretta Lynn, "Coal Miner's Daughter;" Damien Jones as Billy Gilman, "Oklahoma;" Loretta Mitchum as Janis Joplin, "Me and Bobby McGee" a capella; Kaitlyn Williams as Hannah Montana, "Who Said;" Todd Coleman as Kenny Chesney, "Back... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Batman theme composer dies Oct 16, 2008
He also worked with Frank Sinatra on two albums, Sinatra and Swingin' Brass plus Sinatra-Basie: An Historic Musical First. Fun groove. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Obama 'Gossip' Oct 15, 2008
Beyonce simply falls into a category that also includes Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett as well as Sam Moore and Judy Collins, each of whom testified in front of Congress about the matter this year. And by the way: BC Jean s story is pretty common. (Fox News)
Buzz Briefs: Dennis Hopper, Spielberg Oct 14, 2008
William Claxton, a celebrated photographer who worked with such entertainers as Bob Dylan and Frank Sinatra and who helped establish the organization that runs the Grammy Awards, has died. He was 80. (CBS News)
William Claxton, 80; captured images of jazz greats, celebrities Oct 14, 2008
In a career spanning more than a half-century, Mr. Claxton also became known for his work with celebrities including Frank Sinatra and Steve McQueen, who became a close friend; he gained his foremost public recognition for his photographs of jazz performers including Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Mel Torme, Duke Ellington, Thelonious Monk, and Stan Getz. But it was his photographs of Baker that helped teach him the true meaning of the word photogenic. (Boston Globe)
Bob Keys' column: Here's a Top 10 list to croon about Oct 14, 2008
To get to the meat of the poll, you all know who was number one; in bright lights of course, it was Old Blue Eyes, Frank Sinatra. He had a bit of a problem with his personality, didn t he. (Hanover Mariner, MA)
From Philippines to U.S. Oct 14, 2008
Tan's favorite pastime is singing karaoke, and his favorite song is "My Way," by Frank Sinatra. "I like the lyrics," he says. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Music review: Good old times with the New Kids Oct 14, 2008
They also showed a montage of "those we've lost," including Frank Sinatra (one of McIntyre's favorite singers), Heath Ledger and Wood's mom, who died of breast cancer (some of the proceeds from merchandise sales benefited Susan G. Komen for the Cure). Clothing was tossed onstage Friday, with McIntyre saying from a makeshift stage at the back of the floor area, "We're not condoning it or condemning it.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Making it up as we go along Oct 13, 2008
As my father studied the images and listened to the Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr. songs that formed the soundtrack, I put my arm around his shoulders. I commented on the litany of cars with fins and how people sure smoked a lot in those days. (Boston Globe)
Music photographer William Claxton dies at 80 Oct 13, 2008
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- William Claxton, a celebrated photographer who worked with such entertainers as Bob Dylan and Frank Sinatra and who helped establish the organization that runs the Grammy Awards, has died. He was 80. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
* Loving life,iving love Oct 13, 2008
And tomorrow night, that signature voice will no doubt charm Taipei audiences, with Krall doing what she does best: singing standards from the Great American Songbook, as well as the occasional obscure tune, all rendered in the spirit of legends such as Peggy Lee, Frank Sinatra and Nat King Cole ... In striving to put the personal into a song, Krall has been inspired by Louis Armstrong, Nat King Cole, and Frank Sinatra ... Every male crooner, female crooner, you know, quote unquote, wants to... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
GARY WALKER: Columbus Day and Italian heritage Oct 11, 2008
Who, over the years, has not enjoyed the music of Frank Sinatra, Perry Como or Connie Francis. Moreover, they have given us an amazing array of individuals who have enriched us culturally, politically, and in areas as diverse as sports and science. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
10/10: Neil Diamond Oct 10, 2008
The Brooklyn-born Diamond and his 14-piece band are touching on all phases of a career that started on New York's Tin Pan Alley in the '60s and morphed into a catalog of songs covered by scores of artists, from Elvis Presley to Frank Sinatra to Waylon Jennings to Glen Campbell to Patti LaBelle ... It has been recorded by so many artists, everybody from Elvis to Frank Sinatra to Waylon Jennings. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Trumpeter joins symphony concert Oct 10, 2008
While living in Los Angeles during the 1980s, Vizzutti performed on more than 100 motion picture soundtracks, (such as Back To The Future and Star Trek), as well as countless TV shows, commercials and recordings with such artists as Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, Neil Diamond, Chick Corea, the Commodores and Prince. His sounds can be heard on recent projects including the movies "40 Days and 40 Nights," "Unfaithfully Yours," Gridiron Gang," "Scary Movie Four" and the "Medal of Honor" and "Halo... (Montana Standard, MT)
