Bond Best-Of Back For More Oct 8, 2008
"Goldfinger" - Shirley Bassey 4 ... "Goldfinger" - Shirley Bassey (Live at Royal Albert Hall, 1974) 7. (IGN FilmForce)
Ken Adam: Creating film sets that are more real than reality Oct 5, 2008
It was he who dreamed up the missile launching pad hidden inside a volcano in "You Only Live Twice," the faux Fort Knox in "Goldfinger" and the candlelit 18th-century drawing rooms of Kubrick's "Barry Lyndon." His ingenious props included Bond's armed Aston Martin DB5 in "Goldfinger" and Underwater Lotus Esprit in "The Spy Who Loved Me," as well as the flying-floating car in "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.". A wonderful raconteur, Adam is an excellent chronicler of his career. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
The Godfather named 'best movie' Sep 25, 2008
Goldfinger was the only other James Bond film to feature in the list. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban was also the only film of its franchise to get into the top 500, at 471. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Licence to trill Sep 19, 2008
1) 'Goldfinger', Shirley Bassey. Film: Goldfinger, 1964. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Thank you for the titles Sep 14, 2008
In fact, theres a string of themes youll probably never forget Shirley Basseys Goldfinger and Diamonds are Forever, Matt Munros From Russia with Love, Tom Jones Thunderball, Nancy Sinatras You Only Live Twice, Wings Live and Let Die, A-has The Living Daylights, Duran Durans A View to a Kill and Tina Turners GoldenEye. (Im ashamed to admit it but Sheena Eastons For Your Eyes Only was once my favourite song. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
CAMPUS CLICKS: SEC coaches and their 'Bond' counterparts Aug 14, 2008
Campus Clicks: Nick Saban is Goldfinger - SI.com - SI On Campus ... Nick Saban's Bond villain counterpart: Goldfinger ... So without further ado, here are Sneak peek: Steve Spurrier as Dr. No, Nick Saban as Goldfinger and Phil Fulmer as Hai Fat. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Boom peg fit into a square role Aug 2, 2008
Goldfinger, Shirley Bassey (1964) 2. Nobody Does It Better Carly Simon (1977) 3. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Sneak peek of 'Real Housewives" Aug 2, 2008
Can Goldfinger please learn how to blog. By Tommy. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Keys, White to record latest James Bond theme Jul 31, 2008
Previous Bond themes included Shirley Bassey's "Goldfinger," Duran Duran's "A View To A Kill" and Paul McCartney's "Live And Let Die.". In addition to being musicians, Keys and White are both big-screen veterans. (Xinhuanet, China)
Jack White, Alicia Keys recording Bond theme Jul 30, 2008
Previous Bond themes included Shirley Basseys Goldfinger, Duran Durans A View To A Kill and Paul McCartneys Live And Let Die. . (MSNBC -- News)
Prince Charles makes 1m more, pays less tax and still saves the ... Jul 1, 2008
Sir Michael said that the Aston, a convertible version of the the one driven by Sean Connery in the 1964 film Goldfinger, is driven about 300 miles a year by the Prince. He suggested that the possibility of running it on wine left over from entertaining was something that may be looked into. (Times Online)
'Men In Black' To 'Footloose': The Most Memorable Soundtrack Songs That Name-Check Their Movies Jul 1, 2008
Just like the Bond films themselves, some are good (Paul McCartney & Wings' "Live and Let Die"), some are bad (Tom Jones' "Thunderball"), some stand the test of time (Shirley Bassey's "Goldfinger"), and others were forgotten by the end credits (Madonna's "Die Another Day"). Still, the best Bond films always give birth to songs that allow us to listen along while some high-profile star (Tina Turner, Sheryl Crow, Sheena Easton) attempts to force-feed the movie's unwieldy title into a song's... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Music at Summerfest Milwaukee WI Jun 27, 2008
the other stages feature Phil Lesh and Friendly, Goldfinger, Less Than Jake, Black Tide, biLLy bOy on poiSon, Five Finger Death Punch , The Crisis,, Mountain and Slightly Stoopid. Saturday, July 5: Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers with Steve Winwood headline at Marcus Amphitheater at 8:00 pm. (Suite101.com)
Out & About for June 19 Jun 26, 2008
Goldfinger and Less Than Jake with Westbound Train, June 23, Baltimore. Punk rockers Goldfinger are promoting latest album "Hello Destiny." Rams Head Live, 20 Market Place. (Carroll County Times)
Strange but true Jun 11, 2008
This ties him with one of his similarly offbeat heroes, Anthony Newley (songwriter of "The Candyman" and "Goldfinger" among other accomplishments), and composer Elizabeth Swados for the record number of Tony nominations in a single year. You'd think that by now Stew would be getting beverage service on his ego trip, but the 46-year-old still conceives of himself as an outsider and a nonactor, and remains convinced that "Passing Strange" isn't even a musical. (Salon)
The name's Faulks. Sebastian Faulks May 31, 2008
Among the great matches of his life, Bond can now number golf with a psychopath called Goldfinger, chemin-de-fer with an occultist called Le Chiffre, and tennis with a man called Gorner, one of whose hands is "not a man's but that of a large monkey" and who keeps an underling called Chagrin in the cellar under the courts to adjust the net so that Bond misses his serve ... Auric Goldfinger is an alchemist. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Shirley Bassey leaves hospital after emergency stomach surgery May 31, 2008
She sang the Bond theme tunes for Goldfinger, Diamonds Are Forever and Moonraker. The Welsh-born singer now begins rehearsals for her performance at next month's Nelson Mandela 90th birthday concert in Hyde Park. (guardian.co.uk)
Bassey leaves hospital after op May 31, 2008
Dame Shirley's best-known hits include Goldfinger and Big Spender. Dame Shirley Bassey has been discharged from hospital, where she was recovering from emergency surgery on her stomach. (BBC News -- UK)
Metallica's New Website Gives You A Mission May 31, 2008
Metallica*s New Website Gives You A Mission. Cheap Premium Tickets. (ChartAttack)
Shirley Bassey rushed to hospital May 29, 2008
Bassey's hits include the James Bond songs 'Goldfinger', 'Diamonds Are Forever' and 'Moonraker', along with 'Big Spender' and 'History Repeating. . (Digital Spy)
Dame Shirley Bassey recovering after emergency surgery May 28, 2008
She went on to become a James Bond star of sorts, after recording the theme tunes for Goldfinger, Diamonds are Forever and Moonraker. The Welsh-born singer found a new generation of fans in 1997 after recording an album, History Repeating, with the Bath band Propellerheads. (Times Online)
Bassey 'recovering' after surgery May 28, 2008
Among Dame Shirley's best-known hits are Goldfinger and Big Spender ... As well as those songs, for Goldfinger, Diamonds Are Forever and Moonraker, she is known for hits such as Big Spender and History Repeating. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
The Welsh in America, the world May 28, 2008
Moviegoers who have seen "Goldfinger" recognize the distinctive voice of Dame Shirley Bassey, who sang the title song for two other James Bond movies, "Diamonds Are Forever" and "Moonraker." Queen Elizabeth II honored her with the title of dame in 1999. Baby Boomers can imitate the live, kinetic performances of Welshman Tom Jones, whose smash hits include "It's Not Unusual" and "The Green, Green Grass of Home.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Newsweek: Inside the life of James Bond's creator May 9, 2008
There are also original manuscripts from most of the Bond novels, ticket stubs from casinos and bars where Fleming carried out research and concept drawings from the designer who created Bond's tricked-out Lotus Esprit from "The Spy Who Loved Me." Film props include a golden gun, the shoes that Goldfinger wore on the golf course and a champagne bottle used as a prop in "Dr. No." Even Britain's Queen Elizabeth II got caught up in the spirit--she has lent the toy James Bond Aston Martin car that... (MSNBC -- Lifestyle)
LIVE: Robyn Saves Pop Music May 8, 2008
Cheap Premium Tickets. World Ticket Shop Tickets. (ChartAttack)
James Bond Film: Goldfinger (1964) May 7, 2008
James Bond (Sean Connery) is hot on the trail of super villain Auric Goldfinger (Gert Frobe) in director Guy Hamilton's 1964 007 movie classic, Goldfinger. In 1964 Sean Connery returned as British MI6 secret agent James Bond in United Artists' Goldfinger ... Ian Fleming Writes Goldfinger. (Suite101.com)
Album Reviews Apr 22, 2008
Goldfinger: Hello Destiny ... After six full-length albums and 13 years in the business, it may be comforting for long-time Goldfinger fans to know that the band's sound has neither evolved or matured ... Even through the shallow lyrics and expected pop/punk/ska sound, Goldfinger, led by frontman/music producer John Feldman (known for working with Mest, the Used, and Hilary Duff) manages to crank out another full-length album full of catchy guitar riffs accompanied with loud horns. (Daily Iowan, IA)
GOLDEN CHEEKS: Spa launches anti-aging 24-carat facial... Mar 28, 2008
For Goldfinger's Jill Masterson, being slathered in gold didn't end too well ... But the supposed beautifying properties of gold would be no consolation to Miss Masterson, who betrayed her boss Auric Goldfinger to help superspy James Bond ... Midas Touch: Paris Hilton has also tried the Goldfinger look, in an advert for Prosecco. (The Drudge Report)
This Week's Best Bets Mar 20, 2008
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In picturesItems from Houdini, Elvis, JFK and others at pop culture auction Mar 16, 2008
This lot, a black felt derby hat with a customised mounted steel brim, was worn by actor Harold Sakata when he played Bond villain Odd Job in the 1964 film Goldfinger. Bids can be made online for the memorabilia, which includes the "Holy Grail" used in the 1989 film, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. (BBC News -- Americas)
Coddon: Filmmakers get solid performances from Mustang Mar 1, 2008
A white Carrera 25737 Ford Mustang convertible, driven by a beautiful blond actress, chased Sean Connery's Bond in the Alps in 1964's Goldfinger. (Connery drove a Mustang again for a wild chase with the cops through the streets of Vegas in 1971's Diamonds Are Forever. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Movie Cars Make Cinematic History Feb 24, 2008
1964 Aston Martin DB5 from 'Goldfinger. Goldfinger is considered by many critics to be the best film in the James Bond series, and his 1964 Aston Martin certainly has something to do with it. (KCRA 3, CA)
Post a comment Feb 6, 2008
rale trader 'won't be a scapegoat' - International Herald Tribune. rale trader 'won't be a scapegoat. (International Herald Tribune)
`Quantum of Solace' Is Latest Bond Film Jan 25, 2008
As titles go, it's not as mellifluous as "From Russia With Love" or "Goldfinger." But Daniel Craig, returning as Bond after 2006's "Casino Royale," says he likes it. "It has grown on me," Craig told reporters on the film's set at Pinewood Studios near London on Thursday. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Top Film Cars Burn Rubber On Silver Screen Jan 25, 2008
No. 5: 1964 Aston Martin DB5, "Goldfinger" ... But there may be no cooler car than the Aston Martin the best James Bond, Sean Connery, drove in "Goldfinger.". (Click2Houston, TX)
Fukui brings dynamic 'shamisen' music to life Jan 24, 2008
In 2004, Fukui released the album Goldfinger which saw him combine the traditional sounds of the Tsugaru shamisen with Japanese pop and rock jazz. When he is not practicing the shamisen, Fukui said he liked to listen to all genres of music to relax, including traditional Indonesian music. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
A License to Mail: James Bond on Stamps Jan 9, 2008
The six stamps feature the original cover artwork of Bond thrillers including "Dr. No," "Goldfinger," "Diamonds Are Forever" and "From Russia With Love." They come in a variety of denominations for both domestic and overseas use. Aptly named actress Samantha Bond, who played secretary Miss Moneypenny in Pierce Brosnan's four Bond films, launched the stamps by posing for photographers beside an Aston Martin DB6, the suave secret agent's favorite car. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Connery told to live and let live Dec 28, 2007
No. He reprised the role in such Bond classics as From Russia With Love, Goldfinger and You Only Live Twice. He was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2000. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Shirley Bassey Slams UK: 'This isn't the country I grew up in. No one speaks a word of English these days'... Dec 24, 2007
Then, in 1964, she found international fame with the title song of Goldfinger, the Bond film. "If hard work and talent can't get you anywhere, what hope is there?" she asks, warming to the theme. (The Drudge Report)
The Florida Movie/Television Trail Dec 22, 2007
Here Scarface (1983) was shot (puns intended) along with Goldfinger (1964) and Jerry Lewis The Bellboy (1960). Check out the grand Fontainebleau Hotel. (Suite101.com)
March of Dimes gala gets nude awakening Dec 20, 2007
Inspired by a scene in the classic James Bond film Goldfinger, the model was supposed to get painted in gold by a tux-wearing male artist as the soundtrack of the film played. She got painted all right. (The Palm Beach Post)
Lenders insist future is 'golden' Dec 5, 2007
Delegates take their seats to the strains of Shirley Bassey's Goldfinger, one of a medley of songs with a golden connection. Given the well-documented problems in the financial markets, and the widespread belief that the UK housing market is slowing sharply, it seems a perversely optimistic message. (BBC News)
Scrooge, unchained: Vox Nova, North Coast Rep versions differ Nov 30, 2007
North Coast Repertory Theatre, on the other hand, commissioned a traditional adaptation from playwright Jacqueline Pardue Goldfinger, a recent master's grad of USC's School of Cinematic Arts and a veteran of several TV series and play festivals. Joe Powers, who heads the Solana Beach theater's education activities, directs a cast that includes several big-name locals. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Cruises United Artists off to a rocky start Nov 26, 2007
It also encompasses a wide variety of films, ranging from blockbusters such as Goldfinger and the other James Bond movies to flops of historic proportion, most notably 1980s Heavens Gate, which nearly bankrupted the company. But its the tradition of giving filmmakers creative control of their projects that Wagner most cherishes. (MSNBC -- News)
Characters abound at library benefit Nov 10, 2007
Algiere sipped suavely from an oversized Martini glass as he sauntered about the stage in a stunning white tuxedo while Johnson played "Goldfinger" and Celico rattled off characters from every Bond movie imaginable all in rhyme. Former Washington Trust CEO Joe Kirby was a delightful King Arthur who truly looked regal in his red and gold. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Spike TV Television Highlights - December 2007 Nov 6, 2007
Noon - 2:30 PM, ET/PT GOLDFINGER (1964, Action/Adventure) Investigating a gold magnate's gold smuggling, James Bond uncovers a plot to contaminate the Fort Knox gold reserve. Staring Sean Connery, Honor Blackman and Gert Frobe. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The week's best films Oct 27, 2007
Goldfinger (Guy Hamilton, 1964) 2. 10pm, ITV1. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
Blige visits diamond shop in London Oct 26, 2007
Oscar-winning actress Jennifer Hudson will sing 'Goldfinger', from the James Bond film of the same title, at the concert which takes place on December 2 in Los Angeles. . (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Concert to celebrate movies and music bond Oct 25, 2007
Mary J. Blige and John Legend will sing As Time Goes By from Casablanca, Fergie and Jennifer Hudson will perform Live and Let Die and Goldfinger from the James Bond movies, and John Williams will lead an orchestra in a medley of his original film scores. Movies Rock magazine will accompany the December subscriber issues of 14 Conde Nast magazines. (MSNBC -- Music)
Beyonce, Elton, Fergie Set For 'Movies Rock' Oct 25, 2007
Beyonce will sing "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" from "The Wizard of Oz," while Underwood will tackle the title number from "The Sound of Music." Other pairings on tap include Hudson on "Goldfinger," Fergie on "Live and Let Die," Blige and John Legend on "As Time Goes By" and John on music from animated films. Proceeds from the event, which mirrors the annual Fashion Rocks event in New York, will benefit the Entertainment Industry Foundation. (Billboard.com)
Superstar singers salute cinema Oct 24, 2007
Beyonce will sing "Over the Rainbow," Underwood will perform "The Sound of Music," Fergie and Jennifer Hudson will pay tribute to Bond films with "Live and Let Die" and "Goldfinger," and John Legend and Mary J. Blige will sing "As Time Goes By.". John, who won an Oscar for "Can You Feel the Love Tonight" from "The Lion King," will honor music from animated movies, and John Williams will perform a medley from his original scores, which include "Jurassic Park" and "Raiders of the Lost Ark.". (Variety)
TV Land Braves Mysterious Myths and Legends with Halloween Marathon on Sunday, October 28 Oct 24, 2007
8:30 p.m. - "Secret Agents & Game Shows" Did a beautiful Bond girl die of suffocation when her entire body was painted gold for a scene in Goldfinger. Is it true that Gong Show host and producer Chuck Barris was also a trained CIA assassin. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Un-James Bond takes over ANZ Oct 2, 2007
Problem being that he can't even get touchy-feely with his Goldfinger motors, thanks to the status of his Section 457 temporary business visa. Smith admits his passport stamp doesn't allow him and his fellow skilled guests to bring cars into the country. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Pavilion audience "Bonds" with Houston Symphony Sep 2, 2007
First up was the theme from "Goldfinger," with a richness and seductive power that seemed to at once wrap its musical arms around the appreciative audience. The familiar and enticing melody featured wonderful work from both brass and strings. (Conroe Courier, TX)
More of this story Aug 25, 2007
The 62-studio warehouse saw a parade of early-'90s L.A. acts and punk rock royalty, including the Circle Jerks, Blind Melon, Goldfinger and the Melvins. Mellower artists like Macy Gray and Ozomatli have also rented there. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Atreyu Singer Tries To Stay Sane; Plus Dark Fortress, Brutal Truth & More News That Rules, In Metal File Aug 24, 2007
Contributing to the diversity of the album was producer John Feldmann (Goldfinger, the Used), who encouraged Atreyu to push their boundaries and take chances. "He really helped us with our structuring, and figuring out what works and what didn't, and bringing a different set of ideas to our band than we would normally have," Varkatzas said. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Creative sparks on display Aug 12, 2007
The exhibit embraces more trends in studio jewelry, from the concept of body sculpture -- such as Bruno Martinazzi's brawny, startling "Goldfinger" bracelet from 1969, depicting a hand grabbing the wearer's wrist -- to the use of low-end materials -- such as Styrofoam balls in Robert Ebendorf's 1985 Wilma Flintstone-style "Necklace." Every avenue the show goes down offers delights. One piece, by British artist Wendy Ramshaw, pays homage to Picasso and puts his pendant on display here to shame. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Mesmerising Maggie tugs at heartstrings Jul 28, 2007
GOLDFINGER (PG) More than 40 years after it first burst into cinemas, the classic James Bond adventure, which won an Oscar for its special effects, returns to the big screen on digital and new 35mm prints for one glorious day - Tuesday July 31. The ever suave Sean Connery stars as dapper agent 007, who must prevent Auric Goldfinger (Gert Frobe) and his henchman Oddjob (Harold Sakata) from raiding the gold reserves at Fort Knox ... "No, Mr. Bond. I expect you to die," laughs Goldfinger)... (Scotsman)
Making James Bond funnier is a bad idea Jul 25, 2007
Honor Blackman as Pussy Galore in Goldfinger ... " Do you think so? To judge I'd have to watch the film again, which I'm understandably reluctant to do. But given that Converse were bought by Nike in 2003 and I, Robot was released in 2004, it looks to me as if a chunk of Nike's squillions were being used to push their new brand. Especially as, if I remember correctly, he says something like "These are 2004 vintage Converse", which, in 2004, can hardly be expected to establish a character as "old... (Guardian Unlimited)
Connery's hairpiece Jul 21, 2007
Goldfinger had made life less hairy for 007 ... I think we can all agree that among the Sean Connery Bond movies, Goldfinger represents some kind of pinnacle ... It still amazes me, incidentally, that Goldfinger got released at all in the still staid United States of 1964, given it featured a lesbian character named Pussy Galore. (Guardian Unlimited)
Shirley Bassey Inks Deal With Decca... Jul 20, 2007
Bassey, 70, is famed for her renditions of "Goldfinger," "Diamonds Are Forever," and "Moonraker," respectively the theme songs for the 1964, 1971 and 1979 James Bond movies of the same name. After the rousing reception she received at this year's Glastonbury Festival, where she showcased "Get the Party Started," Bassey saw a boost in sales of other recordings. (Billboard.com)
Faulks pens new James Bond novel Jul 13, 2007
FLEMING'S BOND BOOKS Casino Royale (1953) Live and Let Die (1954) Moonraker (1955) Diamonds are Forever (1956) From Russia with Love (1957) Dr No (1958) Goldfinger (1959) For Your Eyes Only (1960) Thunderball (1961) The Spy Who Loved Me (1962) On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1963) You Only Live Twice (1964) The Man With The Golden Gun (1965) Octopussy and the Living Daylights (1966). Faulks, 54, said his new book is "about 80% Fleming" and admitted being "surprised" that he was the estate's... (Yahoo News -- Literature and Authors)
Apple IPhone Buzz Takes On `Life of Its Own,' Topping Mustang, Windows 95 Jun 29, 2007
The car appeared early and often in movies, including the James Bond film ``Goldfinger,'' and graced the covers of Time and Newsweek. The Mustang sold 418,812 units during the first year. (Bloomberg)
Bassey hails heroic helicopter pilot Jun 27, 2007
Earlier in the day, Bassey wowed Glastonbury fans with a set which featured several of her classic hits including 'Big Spender', 'Get The Party Started', 'Goldfinger' and a cover of The Doors song 'Light My Fire. . (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Glastonbury a splash hit Jun 26, 2007
The Welsh legend, dressed in a pink frock and a feather boa and still glamorous at 70, belted out hits such as Big Spender, Diamonds are Forever and Goldfinger. AFP. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
