Lil Wayne nominated for 8 Grammy Awards Dec 4, 2008
LOS ANGELES - Lil Wayne - the most prolific, ubiquitous and successful performer on today's music scene - was the most rewarded by the Recording Academy on Wednesday, receiving eight Grammy nominations, including Album of the Year for Tha Carter III. ... So, it put on the prime-time event, which kicked off with past Grammy winner Mariah Carey singing a song from her classic Christmas album, decked out in a red minidress. (AZCentral -- News)
Lil Giant Wayne Dec 4, 2008
RAPPER LIL WAYNE GETS EIGHT GRAMMY NOMINATIONS - New York Post ... RAPPER BAGS EIGHT GRAMMY NODS ... At least that was the plan last night when the Recording Academy announced this year's Grammy nominees during a televised one-hour, prime-time concert. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Grammy Nominations Concert Live! Dec 4, 2008
Grammy Nominations Concert Live ... Grammy Nominations Concert Live. (Xinhuanet, China)
Grammy nominations hit prime-time with TV special Dec 4, 2008
So the Recording Academy is trying something different when it announces its nominees for its upcoming Grammys ... In this Nov. 5, 2008 file photo, Grammy-nominated country music artist Taylor Swift poses for a photo at a hotel in Los Angeles ... "This gives us an opportunity to have more music on television and ... really bring the ultimate amount of attention to the beginning of Grammy season," Neil Portnow, president and chief executive of the Recording Academy, said in an interview. (Xinhuanet, China)
Dionne Warwick to Chair and Host the American Music Inaugural Ball and Special Events Surrounding the President-Elect Obama Inauguration with the Biggest Star-Studded Event in D.C.! Dec 4, 2008
The host for the American Music Inaugural Ball and special events (see below) surrounding the inaugural, will be legendary, multiple Grammy Award winning singer Dionne Warwick, who is also the chair and host of its Legends Ball that will begin in the hotels Marriott Ballroom at 8:00 p.m.. The Urban Ball, which begins simultaneously in the Thurgood Marshall Ballroom, will be chaired and hosted by three-time Grammy Award winning rapper and actor Chris Ludacris Bridges. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Lil Wayne Leads Grammy® Nominations with Eight; Coldplay Earns Seven, and Jay-Z, Ne-Yo and Kanye West Each Garner Six Dec 4, 2008
Lil Wayne Leads Grammy Nominations with Eight; Coldplay Earns Seven, and Jay-Z, Ne-Yo and Kanye West Each Garner Six: Financial News - Yahoo ... Lil Wayne Leads Grammy Nominations with Eight; Coldplay Earns Seven, and Jay-Z, Ne-Yo and Kanye West Each Garner SixWednesday December 3, 10:00 pm ET ... --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nominations for the 51st Annual GRAMMY Awards were announced tonight by The Recording Academy and reflected one of the most diverse years ever with the Album Of The Year... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Grammy nominations announced Dec 4, 2008
Lil Wayne, Coldplay dominate Grammy nominations - CNN.com ... Lil Wayne, Coldplay dominate Grammy nominations ... LOS ANGELES, California (CNN) -- Louisiana rapper Lil Wayne garnered the most Grammy nominations, receiving eight, and British alternative rock band Coldplay grabbed seven as the Recording Academy announced this year's nominees Wednesday. (CNN -- Law)
Keep giving aid in hard times: Geldof Dec 4, 2008
"A luncheon was held with community leaders at the I.H. Asper Clinical Research Institute, then was whisked away to City Hall to receive the Key to the City from Winnipeg Mayor Sam Katz.Geldof was last in the city in July 2003 to play at the Winnipeg Folk Festival.Geldof's involvement with charity began in 1984 when he saw a BBC documentary on the famine in Ethiopia.He immediately flew to Africa to observe the situation and came back to the U.K. determined to do something about it. The makeshift... (Canada.com)
Anonymous benefactor aids beleaguered Ballet BC Dec 4, 2008
Lil Wayne the most prolific, ubiquitous and successful performer on today's music scene was the most rewarded by the Recording Academy on Wednesday, receiving eight Grammy nominations, including album of the year for Tha Carter III.. An anonymous benefactor has chipped in $42,000 to give 1,000 children a rare holiday treat while saving Ballet BC from imminent financial collapse. (CBC.ca)
Taylor Swift Reveals Extravagant Birthday Demands: Glasses, Cards And A Party For Her Crew Dec 4, 2008
After selling a million-plus albums and performing for the Grammy n 00004000 ominations show, the teen has simpler needs ... " Right now, she's most excited to be a part of the Grammy festivities, which allowed her the opportunity to meet the Foo Fighters. "I'm such a big fan of them," she said. "They've been so cool to me ... " And she seems to already be taking cues from the Foos' goofy sense of humor. "I probably shouldn't rap at all," she joked. "I am going to announce the rap nominee for... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Ne-Yo Was Blown Away By His Six Grammy Nods: 'One Nomination Would Have Been Enough For Me' Dec 4, 2008
Ne-Yo Was Blown Away By His Six Grammy Nods: 'One Nomination Would Have Been Enough For Me ... " the 29-year-old multi-hyphenate exclaimed to MTV News backstage at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, moments after he learned he was nominated for six Grammys. "It's ridiculous ... In addition to Album of the Year, he also picked up nominations for Best Male Pop Performance ("Closer"), Best Male Rormance ("Miss Independent"), Best R, and Best Remixed Recording, Non-Classical, although only the first... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Jonas Brothers Celebrate First Grammy Nomination With A 'Big Fist Pump!' Dec 4, 2008
Jonas Brothers Celebrate First Grammy Nomination With A 'Big Fist Pump ... Jonas Brothers Celebrate First Grammy Nomination With A 'Big Fist Pump ... " The Jonas Brothers will face off in the category against Adele, Duffy, Lady Antebellum and Jazmine Sullivan at the 51st Grammys in February. But first on the schedule for now? Facing off against Mom's meatloaf. "[We're just going] home with the family to have some dinner," Joe Jonas told MTV News when asked what they had in store for the... (VHI.com -- Music News)
U2 eclipse Mariah Carey at Grammys Dec 4, 2008
The Grammys were supposed to be dominated by Mariah Carey, but the pop diva lost out to Irish rock veterans U2, who won five awards including best rock album for How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb at the US music industry's biggest awards bash of the year. Carey had the chance to make history with the most Grammys won by a woman in a single night after being nominated in eight categories ... The rapper-producer Kanye West also emerged triumphant, winning three Grammys, including best rap album and... (Yahoo News -- Grammy Awards)
Madonna gets animated at the Grammys - but it's U2's night Dec 4, 2008
U2, who had prepared themselves to go home empty-handed, instead took their career total of Grammys to 22, leaving the politically-charged band ranked No 6 in the all-time list of winners ... "This is the first time I've ever played the Grammys. I finally passed the audition," he said ... co.uk/news/uknews/1510157/Madonna-gets-animated-at-the-Grammys---but-its-U2s-night. (Yahoo News -- Grammy Awards)
News Stories Dec 4, 2008
Grammy Awards Full Coverage on Yahoo. News. (Yahoo News -- Grammy Awards)
It's a High-5 Night for U2 Dec 4, 2008
Up Next Dec. 3 Grammy nominations concert ... U2 took home a total of four Grammys for "How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb." (Mark J. Terrill / AP) ... The Irish band wins in all of its nominated categories to dominate the 48th Grammys. (Yahoo News -- Grammy Awards)
Call hitmaker cheesy, but he's 'very rich' Dec 4, 2008
The 15-time Grammy winner, 59, charts four decades in the business in "Hitman." Though he rose from a session musician to one of the most sought-after producers in the business, not everyone fell for his charms: Foster humorously describes some awkward encounters with a prickly Frank Sinatra and a less-than-enthused Sting. Other nuggets range from the sweet (an innocent crush on Olivia Newton-John) to the slightly disturbing (Lionel Richie claimed he'd spent a night in the hospital caring for a... (CNN -- Showbiz)
Hip-hop is over for me, says Kanye Dec 3, 2008
" Outside his native America, West can come across as an unbearable show-off. But at home he represents the voice of a confident black middle class that will assert their self-belief in blunt terms. His ego may be the size of Illinois but he has the sales figures to match. He's a 10-time Grammy winner whose four previous albums have tallied 12 million sales worldwide. As a producer he has sprinkled his magic over works by Jay-Z, Beyonce and Janet Jackson. The most immediately striking thing... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Critic's corner Dec 3, 2008
Grammy Nominations Concert Live ... CBS tries to promote February's Grammy Awards telecast tonight by announcing the nominees during a live gala concert. (Boston Globe)
Infotainment Dec 3, 2008
AliciaAbu DhaBI: Grammy award winning soul singer and songwriter Alicia Keys performs during a concert at the Zayed Sports City stadium. afp. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Fair board wants to bring in larger acts next year Dec 3, 2008
He also was nominated by the Academy of Country Music as the top new artist in 2004 and 2005 and had two Grammy Award nominations in 2007. The seating capacity of the center and the possibility to have a concert inside will attract people, Hough hopes. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Latin honours for Carlos Santana Dec 3, 2008
The fifth annual Latin Grammy Awards will be held on 1 September at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. Santana, a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, has sold more than 80 million records. (Yahoo News -- Entertainment Awards)
New Grammy Museum hits cultural notes Dec 3, 2008
Culture plays countermelody at new Grammy Museum - USATODAY.com ... Culture plays countermelody at new Grammy Museum ... The Grammy Museum, at Olympic Boulevard and Figueroa Street in the downtown L.A. Live complex, is open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily, except Thanksgiving and Christmas. (USA Today -- Life)
'Color Purple' star talks about the musical, touring, Oprah and Obama Dec 3, 2008
The musical ---- with a book by Marsha Norman and score by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Stephen Bray ---- was nominated for 11 Tony Awards, as well as a Grammy. The story's central character is Celie, a homely, uneducated seamstress who faces great suffering in her life as she loses her family, endures years of abuse from her husband, and slowly learns to love both herself and others through a relationship with her husband's mistress, the sexy nightclub singer Shug Avery. (North County Times)
Raconteurs call on Ricky Skaggs for new recording Dec 3, 2008
Skaggs is a 13-time Grammy winner who's had a successful career in country and bluegrass. Monroe has written songs for Norah Jones, Carrie Underwood and Kellie Pickler. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Queen enter Grammy Hall of Fame Dec 3, 2008
Queen's 1977 single We are the Champions/We Will Rock You is among 28 classic recordings that have been newly inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame ... The Hall Of Fame will form part of the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles which opens on 6 December ... The Grammy Museum will spread across four floors of the newly-built LA Live centre, with exhibits dedicated to rock, hip-hop, country, classical, Latin, Rjazz. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
'Crash Artist' documentary to screen at next 'Second Tuesday' Dec 3, 2008
From the Academy Awards to the Grammys to countless movie premieres and concerts, Minutoli has crashed hundreds of events in order to experience the dream of rubbing shoulders with celebrities. But this real life fantasy has taken a toll on Minutoli's personal life, leaving him homeless and without a family. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Folk star Odetta dies Dec 3, 2008
Her sounds influenced singers including Bob Dylan, Harry Belafonte and Joan Baez, and her work was recognized with three Grammy nominations for 1963 release Odetta Sings Folk Songs, 1999's Blues Everywhere I Go, and 2005's Gonna Let It Shine. But it was her earlier works such as 1956's Odetta Sings Ballads and Blues, and 1957's At the Gate of Horn which she is most known for. (FOX23.com, OK)
What surprises are in store for tonight’s Grammy nominations? Dec 3, 2008
What surprises are in store for tonight s Grammy nominations ... What surprises are in store for tonight s Grammy nominations ... Rapper Lil Wayne looks like he has the biggest-selling album of 2008 with Tha Carter III, but will it mean anything when the nominations for the 51st Annual Grammy Awards are announced tonight. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Oscar, Golden Globe and Grammy Winning Actress/Singer Irene Cara and Her Band Hot Caramel Hit #16 with a Bullet with How Can I Make You Luv Me Dec 3, 2008
Oscar, Golden Globe and Grammy Winning Actress/Singer Irene Cara and Her Band Hot Caramel Hit #16 with a Bullet with How Can I Make You Luv Me: Financial News - Yahoo ... Oscar, Golden Globe and Grammy Winning Actress/Singer Irene Cara and Her Band Hot Caramel Hit #16 with a Bullet with How Can I Make You Luv MeTuesday December 2, 7:43 pm ET ... LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Making a triumphant return to the pop scene she dominated in the early 80s, Oscar, Golden Globe and Grammy Winning 80s... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
CORRECTING AND REPLACING CAPTION Tori Amos Partners up with Universal Republic Records Dec 3, 2008
Innovative; influential; poetic; bombastic indefinable multiple Grammy nominee, Tori Amos, has teamed up with Universal Republic Records, it was announced today by Monte Lipman, Co-President and COO of Universal Republic Records ... "Ms. Amos' most recent album, American Doll Posse, which has been hailed by Rolling Stone magazine as 'her best album in years,' was released in 2007 to a chorus of rave reviews. The captivating album, like many of her previous efforts, was tethered to a strong... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Brian Wilson 'That Lucky Old Sun' DVD to be Released January 27 by Capitol/EMI Dec 3, 2008
GRAMMY Museum to Debut 'An Evening With' Interview & Performance Series with Brian Wilson on January 15 ... The GRAMMY Museum, opening December 6 in Los Angeles, will debut its "An Evening With" signature public program with Brian Wilson on January 15 ... Following numerous nominations, Wilson won a well-deserved Grammy Award for Best Rock Instrumental Performance (2004) for "Mrs. O'Leary's Cow" and he was inducted into the UK Music Hall of Fame in 2006. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The 2009 Grammy Nominees Revealed ... Probably, In Bigger Than The Sound Dec 3, 2008
The 2009 Grammy Nominees Revealed ... The 2009 Grammy Nominees Revealed. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Fey's scar topic of conversation Dec 3, 2008
SHOWCASE :: Erie's Entertainment Web Site. Lil Wayne, T-Pain, Keyshia Cole, Gym Clss Heroes, Keri Hilson to play Cleveland's Quicken Loans Arena on Jan. 4. (Erie Times-News, PA)
While Sting's lute gently weeps Dec 2, 2008
Platinum records, Grammys and Oscars, playing to 100,000 people, no sweat, but put him in the (relatively speaking) intimate confines of the Concert Hall and he looks slightly nervous. Loping on with the wonderfully nerdy lutenist Edin Karamazov, he sits down among a small forest of lutes and begins to sing. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
A Besere Velt sings (in Yiddish) for A Better World Dec 2, 2008
She approached the Klezmatics, who produced two recordings and were subsequently awarded the 2006 Grammy for best contemporary world music album. "Mostly it was my grandmother's voice that really introduced us to Yiddish songs," said Guthrie. (Boston Globe)
YouTube seeks classical musicians Dec 2, 2008
The contest revolves round a piece - commissioned by You Tube - scored by classical composer Tan Dun, better known for his Grammy and Oscar winning music for the movies Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon, and Hero. Please turn on JavaScript. (BBC News)
Your hometown Grammy pick? Dec 2, 2008
Who s Your Hometown Grammy Pick ... Think local Christian rockers and three-time Grammy winners Third Day should be on the list again ... (I think they already have more Grammys than all other Atlanta musical groups combined. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Raconteurs call on Ricky Skaggs for new recording Dec 2, 2008
Skaggs is a 13-time Grammy winner who's had a successful career in country and bluegrass. Monroe has written songs for Norah Jones, Carrie Underwood and Kellie Pickler. (KOLD.com, AZ)
'Crash Artist' documentary to screen at next 'Second Tuesday' Dec 2, 2008
From the Academy Awards to the Grammys to countless movie premieres and concerts, Minutoli has crashed hundreds of events in order to experience the dream of rubbing shoulders with celebrities. But this real life fantasy has taken a toll on Minutoli's personal life, leaving him homeless and without a family. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Recording Academy Chooses 28 Titles For Grammy Hall Of Fame Dec 2, 2008
They are among the 28 titles that will be inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame this year, which honors recordings of lasting significance ... Twenty-eight titles chosen for Grammy Hall of Fame. (KWTX.com, TX)
Contemporary R&B Artist Raphael Saadiq Set to Perform at the Legendary Philadelphia International Records Gamble Huff Recording Studios for Special Radio Program Hosted by DJ Butterball for WDAS Radio FM - Philly's Best R&B & Classic Soul S Dec 2, 2008
Launching his career as a solo artist in the mid 1990s, Raphael earned five Grammy nominations -- setting the record for an independent release -- for his 2002 album debut, "Instant Vintage," a rollicking old school/contemporary soul combination of dance-oriented R&B, witty sampling, spirit-filled gospel, and straight-up fun ... Raphael's collaborated with, and produced records for, a who's who of contemporary R&B, notably D'Angelo, who won a Grammy in 2000 for "Untitled (How Does It Feel),"... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Beyoncé and Solange Bring Hope to the Holidays on Fuse Dec 2, 2008
One of 2008's most anticipated new album releases, I AMSASHA FIERCE is Beyoncs first studio collection since her Grammy-winning multi-platinum-selling album, BDay. Beginning her career as a member of Destinys Child, her first full-length solo debut album, 2003s Dangerously in Love, went multi-platinum and garnered five Grammy wins. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The Best-Paid Celebs Under 30 Dec 2, 2008
With 10 Grammys, three solo albums, four movies and a pret-a-porter line under her belt, it's no surprise Beyonce Knowles blows away the rest of the list, raking in $80 million--almost double the $44 million runner-up Justin Timberlake pulled in this fiscal year. The former Destiny's Child lead released her latest album I am Sasha Fierce Nov. 19, which sold nearly half a million copies in its first week. (Forbes -- Business)
Elton John, Billy Joel to kick off tour in Jacksonville in March Dec 2, 2008
John has sold more than 250 million records and received five Grammys and an Academy Award ... Joel has sold more than 100 million records and received five Grammys. (Florida Times-Union)
Amy Winehouse's husband admits 'dragging' her into drugs Dec 1, 2008
" Fielder-Civil also said he was too weak to stop the Grammy award winning singer from trying hard drugs. He told the : "The first time Amy took crack she asked me, 'Can I try a bit of that. . (NME.com)
Brit and the Brits Dec 1, 2008
husband of five-time Grammy winner , has admitted that he introduced Winehouse to the hard drugs that landed her in rehab shortly after the success of her single "Rehab.". "I did introduce her to [crack and heroin]," Fielder-Civil told the U.K. tabloid News of the World. (Washington Post)
Elvis Costello's series pumps up Sundance on Dec. 3 Dec 1, 2008
Additional musical special guests include: Davey Faragher, Pete Thomas and Steve Nieve of The Imposters; guitarist James Burton, who played with Elvis Presley; legendary producer, pianist, writer, arranger and singer Allen Toussaint; three-time Grammy Award winning jazz bassist Charlie Haden; jazz guitarist and composer Pat Metheny, who has collected 17 Grammy Awards; jazz pianist Bill Charlap; Larry Campbell and Tony Garnier of Bob Dylan's touring band, and violinist/vocalist Jenny Scheinman... (Monsters and Critics.com)
'Hit Man' still trying to achieve greatness Dec 1, 2008
But on face value, it's a strange tone for someone of his stature: 15 Grammy Awards, a No. 1 hit with Chicago's Hard to Say I'm Sorry and John Parr's Man in Motion, and other accolades too many to mention. But there's a story he relates about Kenny G that seems telling. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
U2, Coldplay, Killers help launch digital magazine Dec 1, 2008
Also on tap is the first new Dixie Chicks song since the group's Grammy sweep in 2007, "Lucky One," and Elvis Costello and the Police jamming on "Watching the Detectives" and "Walking on the Moon," taped during Costello's new Sundance Channel show, "Spectacle." Additional (RED)WIRE offerings will be announced in the coming weeks. MacKinnon is particularly enthused about the creative directions open to (RED)WIRE, especially with such high-profile artist participation. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Entertainment guide Dec 1, 2008
The Grammy Awards will announce the nominations for February's awards ceremony during a live special on Wednesday at 9 p.m. on CBS. Taylor Swift and LL Cool J will serve as hosts, while performers will include Christina Aguilera, B.B. King, John Mayer, the Foo Fighters, and Mariah Carey ... The 51st annual Grammy ceremony is scheduled for Feb. 8. (Erie Times-News, PA)
U2 eclipse Mariah Carey at Grammys Dec 1, 2008
The Grammys were supposed to be dominated by Mariah Carey, but the pop diva lost out to Irish rock veterans U2, who won five awards including best rock album for How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb at the US music industry's biggest awards bash of the year. Carey had the chance to make history with the most Grammys won by a woman in a single night after being nominated in eight categories ... The rapper-producer Kanye West also emerged triumphant, winning three Grammys, including best rap album and... (Yahoo News -- Grammy Awards)
News Stories Dec 1, 2008
Grammy Awards Full Coverage on Yahoo. News. (Yahoo News -- Grammy Awards)
Mariah Expecting Nov 30, 2008
What Mariah may be expecting this week are Grammy nominations for her "E=MC2" album. She's scheduled to be one of the hosts this Wednesday, Dec. 3, on the Grammy's prime time show on CBS. She, Taylor Swift and LL Cool J will announce nominees in six of the top categories ... Knowing the Grammys, they haven't asked Mariah to do it unless she's in good shape. (Fox News)
Inside The Winners' Circle Nov 30, 2008
The former cocktail waitress has also picked up two Grammys. While a dustup with her record company tainted the arrival of her most recent release, last year's "My December," the album still moved 2 million copies worldwide. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
S.F. Gay Men's Chorus marks 30 years Nov 30, 2008
Holliday, Grammy Award-winning star of "Dreamgirls" on Broadway, will sing her showstopper from that play, "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going," and will bring "New World Waking" to a rousing close, leading the chorus in the gospel-infused number "My Rising Up.". Friday night's commemoration at City Hall was a more somber affair, with a candlelight vigil and march up Market Street and through the Castro District to the location of Milk's old camera shop. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Jethro Tull, Anoushka Shankar give hope through music Nov 30, 2008
It won the Grammy for the best hard rock and metal performance in 1989. Jethro Tull features Doane Perry on the drums, Martin Barre on the guitar, David Goodier on bass guitars and John O' Hara on keyboards. (IBNLive.com)
Madonna gets animated at the Grammys - but it's U2's night Nov 30, 2008
U2, who had prepared themselves to go home empty-handed, instead took their career total of Grammys to 22, leaving the politically-charged band ranked No 6 in the all-time list of winners ... "This is the first time I've ever played the Grammys. I finally passed the audition," he said ... co.uk/news/uknews/1510157/Madonna-gets-animated-at-the-Grammys---but-its-U2s-night. (Yahoo News -- Grammy Awards)
It's a High-5 Night for U2 Nov 30, 2008
U2 took home a total of four Grammys for "How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb." (Mark J. Terrill / AP) ... The Irish band wins in all of its nominated categories to dominate the 48th Grammys ... Irish rock band U2 won five Grammys on Wednesday night, including album of the year for "How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb" and song of the year for "Sometimes You Can't Make It on Your Own." "Dismantle" was competing with collections from Kanye West, Paul McCartney, Gwen Stefani and Carey. (Yahoo News -- Grammy Awards)
Fair board wants to bring in larger acts next year Nov 29, 2008
He also was nominated by the Academy of Country Music as the top new artist in 2004 and 2005 and had two Grammy Award nominations in 2007. The seating capacity of the center and the possibility to have a concert inside will attract people, Hough hopes. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
The Killers break out the oddness Nov 29, 2008
Brightside," "Somebody Told Me" and "All These Things That I've Done," selling out stadiums and snagging Grammy nominations. But all the fuss, they insist, hasn't changed them. They recall their pre-fame lives - Keuning worked at a Banana Republic and Flowers was a hotel bellhop. "I don't feel different," says Flowers. "I can still remember asking my boss for Friday off because we were playing at a bar. It's the same. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Traditional Country Music: The Louv... Nov 29, 2008
That same year, a who s who of artists, including James Taylor, Patty Loveless, Merle Haggard and , recorded a tribute to the unforgettable duo, Livin , Lovin , Losin : Songs of the Louvin Brothers, that took the 2004 Grammy for Best Country Album ... Charlie s 2007 self-titled CD was nominated for a Grammy in the Best Traditional Folk Album category. (Suite101.com)
CNN Heroes honored in Hollywood Nov 29, 2008
Grammy winners Christine Aguilera, Alicia Keys and John Legend perform ... HOLLYWOOD, California (CNN) -- Singer Christina Aguilera joined fellow Grammy Award winners Alicia Keys and John Legend for "CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute," which honored the top 10 CNN Heroes of 2008. (CNN)
Mr. Smith comes to Modesto Nov 29, 2008
Michael W. Smith is on the A-list in Christian music, with three Grammy Awards, 42 Dove Awards, 33 No. 1 songs, career sales of nearly 15 million, five platinum and 16 gold records. And he's coming to Modesto on Dec. 17 for a Christmas concert. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Brits in Grammy grab Nov 29, 2008
Britains favourite female performers are tipped to take top honours at next years Grammy Awards ceremony. The prominent music event, for which nominations will be announced on 3 December, is set to showcase three of the UKs most successful singers Leona Lewis, Duffy and Estelle. (iAfrica.com)
