Neil Patrick Harris may host the Emmys Jul 3, 2009
Ratings for the Academy Awards, MTV Awards, Tonys, Grammys and Country Music Awards have all increased during their most recent airings, putting a spotlight on the perpetually sinking Emmys to step up last year's edition hit an all-time viewership low. advertisement. (MSNBC -- News)
Feel the beat in Britain Jul 3, 2009
Article By: Fri, 03 Jul 2009 06:24 British musical talent dominated this year's Grammy Awards in New York, so what better time to plan a trip to one of this summers music festivals. Glastonbury may have come and gone, but there are many smaller and more intimate festivals which have sprung up in recent years to cater for festival lovers: most of these festivals have already announced their dates, with the full line-up of artists coming soon, if not already posted on their websites. (iAfrica.com)
Upright Cabaret returns to Ace for July 4 event Jul 3, 2009
Warren was featured on the Grammy Award-nominated original cast albums of all three of these shows. Joining her will be American Idol finalist and West End player Tom Lowe (West End: Cats, Les Miserables ), who recently won much acclaim for his portrayal of Enjolras in last year s Les Miserables at the Hollywood Bowl; Marty Thomas (Broadway: Wicked, Secret Garden, Xanadu ); and Elizabeth Brackenbury {reprises Sunday in the Park with George ), with Upright Cabaret Music Director Chris Bratten. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Fireworks and more Jul 3, 2009
Velvet-voiced singer Al Jarreau takes center stage this year, but the Grammy Award-winning jazz singer won't be bigger than the huge fireworks display that will light up the skies over the Hudson River. The annual bash also features performances by the Skyriders. (Albany Times Union)
Nigeria: Michael Jackson - Legacies of a Legend Jul 2, 2009
com: Nigeria: Michael Jackson - Legacies of a Legend (Page 1 of 1). Nigeria: Michael Jackson - Legacies of a Legend. (allAfrica.com)
Kelly Clarkson, Americas sweetheart headed to Fantasy Jul 2, 2009
Clarkson has sold more than 20 million records around the world, landed eight singles in the Top Ten, and is a Grammy, MTV Video Music Award and American Music Award winner. She s been everywhere lately, with appearances on Good Morning America s summer concert season, Live with Regis and Kelly and Saturday Night Live. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
ETV celebrates with patriotic programs Jul 2, 2009
The Tony and Grammy Award-winning cast of "Jersey Boys". As a special treat for the entire family, Elmo, Big Bird, Cookie Monster, Oscar the Grouch and more of the Sesame Street gang will be on hand to celebrate America's birthday. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
The 3rd trimester bikini strut Jul 2, 2009
Instead, women strut about in bikinis in their third trimester, rap in comedy skits (such as Amy Poehler aping Republican vice-presidential nominee Sarah Palin on Saturday Night Live), perform at the Grammys (like singer M.I.A.) and refuse to hide their bumps - even if most of us would be more excited by elasticised track pants at 39 weeks than performing for millions in a bra top. Still, it's not the time before childbirth that needs rethinking. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
2nd John Legend show added for Oahu Jul 2, 2009
The six-time Grammy Award winner will now perform on Maui on Sept. 10 and on Oahu for two days, Sept. 12 and Sept. 13. A portion of the Hawaii ticket sales from all three shows will go to John Legend's "Show Me Campaign," a nonprofit charity organization that funds underdeveloped African villages. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Wilco (the article): Chicago band revels in rock Jul 2, 2009
Their next album, 2004s A Ghost Is Born, won a Grammy for best alternative music album. Each Wilco album has seemed like part of an ongoing narrative for the band a new direction on each. (MSNBC -- Music)
KFC Teams Up With Music Icons MC Lyte and David Banner in Search of the Next Hot 'Hitmaker' Jul 2, 2009
"There are so many talented individuals out there, and this is a great way to find them," said philanthropist and Grammy nominee MC Lyte. "I look forward to showcasing artists who can use their skill on the microphone to talk about things that are really important--family and community.". (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Kaylah Marin, Alternative Neo-Soul Singer Songwriter, a Longtime Fixture on the Arts Scene in San Francisco, is 'Loving Life' with the Release of Her Debut CD Produced by Five Time Grammy Winner Narada Michael Walden Jul 2, 2009
After recording preliminary tracks for the album with producers Jeff Watson (guitarist for Night Ranger) and Joey P. (engineer for Ludacris), Kaylah hooked up with five time Grammy award winning producer Narada Michael Walden to refashion eight of her songs and start three more from the ground up. Walden, who has scored #1 hits with legendary divas Whitney Houston (How Will I Know), Mariah Carey (I Dont Wanna Cry) and Aretha Franklin (Freeway of Love), added what Kaylah... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Latin honours for Carlos Santana Jul 2, 2009
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)
Plaza concerts trimmed Jul 2, 2009
Among the headliners performing will be Grammy Award-winning jazz musician Al Jarreau, '60s popsters The Cowsills, country singer Steve Azar and the Chicago soul group the Chi-Lites. The number of shows has been trimmed to six this summer from nine last year. (Albany Times Union)
Los Lonely Boys visits Weyco Jul 2, 2009
The Grammy Award-winning recording artists Los Lonely Boys are taking time out from their Summerfest schedule to visit their favorite shoe makers , of Glendale. The San Angelo, Texas-based Tex-Mex rock band is fond of the Stacy Adams shoe brand made by Weyco and will receive a sneak preview of the new Stacy Adams design that will be marketed by Weyco this fall. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Jazz by the lake Jul 2, 2009
Since striking out on his own in the late 1970s/early 1980s, he s released more than 20 solo albums and won two Grammys. You may already be familiar with his work, but if not, go to. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Costello to join Crow for All-Star concert Jul 2, 2009
Elvis Costello will join Missouri native and nine-time Grammy Award winner Sheryl Crow as her special guest at the 2009. The July 11 concert under the Gateway Arch will be free to fans and presented by Pepsi. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
AndyStaplesInside Recruiting Tennessee has its first recruit for '13: a familiar 13-year-old name. Jul 1, 2009
Mom's solo debut won five Grammys. Bob Marley's their grandfather. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Janet Jackson takes stage for BET finale Jul 1, 2009
It was also the location for several of his Grammy and American Music Award performances. AP. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Country music singer Ray Price is recuperating at Texas home after surgery to remove polyps Jul 1, 2009
(AP) A spokesman for Grammy winning country musician Ray Price says the singer is home in Texas recuperating after surgery to remove polyps from his colon. Price's agent, Bobby Roberts, says Price was admitted to a hospital in his home state on June 22 for routine medical tests when a colonoscopy revealed a large number of polyps in the pre-cancerous stage. (FOX61, CT)
Jamey Johnson concert tickets on sale Wednesday Jul 1, 2009
Johnson received three Grammy nominations for what has been described as a breakout year for him. He was nominated to the Best Male Country Vocal Performance category for his song In Color. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
The 'BET AWARDS '09' Stands as the #1 Cable Telecast of the Year, Drawing Almost 10.7 Million Total Viewers Jul 1, 2009
BET once again teamed with Cossette Productions, the famed producers of the GRAMMY Awards and the eight record-setting BET AWARDS shows, to handle production of the telecast. Stephen Hill, President, Music Programming and Specials, BET Networks, along with Lynne Harris-Taylor, Vice President of Specials, BET Networks, were executive producers of the telecast. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Tiempo Libre adds some funk to Bach fugue Jul 1, 2009
Twice nominated for a Grammy, the group has been on a US and Canadian tour since the record s May release. The band made a stop last night at Dizzy s Club Coca-Cola at Manhattan s Jazz at Lincoln Center. (Boston Globe)
Usher: 'I Wouldn't Be Who I Am Today Without Michael Jackson' Jul 1, 2009
" And though Jackson is gone, Usher said he'll always have his memories of the times they spent together, including a 2001 show in New York City where the two shared the stage. It's a moment that will be with Ush for the rest of his life one that will probably never be topped. "There's two highlights that I will always remember in my career," he offered. "One, sharing the stage with James Brown at the Grammys, where he named me 'the Godson of Soul,' and sharing the stage with Michael Jackson in... (VHI.com -- Music News)
What Would Michael Jackson's Next Album Have Sounded Like? Jun 30, 2009
" MTV News confirmed that songwriter Sean Garrett, Grammy winners Ne-Yo and Kanye West, and music do-it-all T-Pain had all met with Jackson and discussed work. In June 2008, told us he was crafting tracks for Jackson as well producing pieces for his tour. Even Murder Inc. head honcho back in 2002, hoping to Jackson to let him helm the LP. with one of his greatest musical influences in 2007. "He called me for my birthday, and I told him we should do a song," Brown told MTV News. "He was up for... (VHI.com -- Music News)
The Parenting Place Jun 30, 2009
" Our little boss wrote on Apr 10, 2009 12:17 PM:" We appreciate the insight, Proud Grammy ... " Proud Grammy wrote on Apr 9, 2009 3:57 AM:" I was forever grateful when my husband became very ill and his mother took Sara home to Massena with her for the three months her father was in the hospital ... " Proud Grammy wrote on Apr 9, 2009 3:51 AM:" Growth spurts interrupt sleep the same as teething, illness, and changes in the weather. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Grammy Museum Extends Michael Jackson Exhibit Jun 30, 2009
Published: Friday, June 26, 2009 4:37 PM PDT DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES - The day after Michael Jackson died, Downtowns Grammy Museum announced that it will extend and add new elements to the exhibit Michael Jackson: HIStyle. The show, which debuted in February, was updated Friday, June 26, with additions such as the suit he wore for the Thriller album cover and video of his Grammy Awards performances, said Katie Dunham, a spokeswoman for the museum. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Jazz ensemble piques publics interest for Rand Park pavilion Jun 30, 2009
The well known bossa nova number won a Grammy for Record of the Year in 1965. Next, The Noteables played Journey of Juliet, composed by one of the groups members, and a blues number, Black Coffee. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Keb' Mo' replaces Etta James at Waterfront Blues Festival Jun 30, 2009
headliner Etta James is ill and will be replaced by Grammy winning blues singer for the Thursday opening night ... The bluesman has Grammys from 2005 for "Keep it Simple", the Best Contemporary Blues Album winner in 2005; for 1999 for "Slow Down", in 1999 and "Just Like You" in 1997. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
VH1 Greenlights Three New Series and Orders Additional Seasons of Two Favorites Jun 30, 2009
"No matter if you're a Grammy Award winning artist, a film actor or a TV reality star with millions of loyal fans, we all share the same desires of the human experience...to succeed, to love, and to live our lives to their fullest potential," said Jeff Olde, Executive Vice President, Original Programming & Production, VH1. "VH1 has generated a lot of buzz over the years by evolving from an outlet that commented on pop culture to a brand that creates it. With these projects, we're continuing to... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Michael Jackson dead at 50 Jun 30, 2009
Two years later, when Michael was 12, the Jackson 5 had four No. 1 hits, including the Grammy-winning ABC. Under Gordy's intensive grooming, the Jackson 5 achieved an astounding degree of mass popularity among black and white audiences ... Thriller won eight Grammy Awards, but it was Jackson's breathtaking performances on music videos accompanying the album that became instantly memorable. (Missoulian, MT)
Janet surprise Jun 30, 2009
It was also the location for several of his Grammy and American Music Award performances. The night ended when Janet Jackson in her first public appearance since her brother's shocking death emerged and elicited the most emotion as she vowed his memory would live forever. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Janet Jackson Thanks Supporters At BETs Jun 30, 2009
It was also the location for several of his Grammy and American Music Award performances. The night ended with Janet Jackson's memorial. (Click2Houston, TX)
7Tape of 911 Call Released as Michael Jackson Autopsy Under Way» Jun 29, 2009
From there, Jackson went on to become the undeniable King of Pop, winning eight Grammy awards for Thriller alone. During the 1980s, he became an icon with a distinct style of fashion and performing, as well, wearing one sparkling glove, bejeweled military clothing and short pants with socks. (Fox News)
Herman Leonard's portraits of giants of jazz Jun 29, 2009
But it's his jazz images - masterworks of realism - that won him a $33,000 Grammy grant he's now using to archive and digitalize the photos. Leonard is the first photographer to be chosen for this grant whose recipients are usually linked to the recording industry. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Born on the Bayou Jun 29, 2009
Simien s love affair with zydeco started as a child, and it would lead four decades later to a Grammy Award in 2008. I grew up in music. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Inside Michael Jackson's last show: The magic was back Jun 29, 2009
Longtime Grammy Awards producer Ken Ehrlich, summoned to Staples on Wednesday evening to meet with Jackson on their potential collaboration on a television project, likewise found Jackson upbeat and energetic, overseeing every aspect of the production from video footage to prop cues ... "Michael was ready," says Ehrlich, who had worked with Jackson on various projects and booked his performance at the 1988 Grammys. (USA Today -- Life)
U2 eclipse Mariah Carey at Grammys Jun 29, 2009
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)
NIACC Arts, Leadership Series: From 'Camelot' to country Jun 29, 2009
The entertainment lineup offers something for everyone, including Grammy-winning artists, comedy, Tony award-winning musicals and holiday events for the family ... Winner of two Grammy Awards, the Soweto Gospel Choir was formed to celebrate the unique and inspirational power of African Gospel music. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
New concert season set at Lake Jun 29, 2009
The season ends on April 23, 2010, with Riders in the Sky, a Western/cowboy music group that has won numerous awards, including two Grammys. These fine musicians are as firmly grounded in the rich American music traditions as such legendary cowboy singers as Gene Autry, Roy Rogers, and the Sons of the Pioneers, and are themselves the stuff of legend. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Great White singer rolls when life gets rocky Jun 29, 2009
Twice Shy went double platinum and the single Once Bitten, Twice Shy received a Grammy nomination for Best Hard Rock Performance. Russell knows people come for the hits, so he s careful not to bombard audiences with new material. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
It's a High-5 Night for U2 Jun 29, 2009
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)
Levon Helm, 'Electric Dirt' Jun 29, 2009
Helm survived throat cancer to release Dirt Farmer two years ago; it was filled with rural tunes from his youth and earned a Grammy for best traditional folk recording. But this follow-up has a more lively batch of songs recalling the Helm we know and love from his rocking days. (Boston Globe)
Nigeria: Honestly, Michael Was a Phenomenon Jun 29, 2009
"Yes, my son, robot is the word. You know I'm an old man now. I can't remember all those exact words again but I do remember that he did things in his own unique way. He occupied a category by himself. His music videos, for instance, were like mini-movies, full of dramatic scenes. It was not all about music, but the whole ramification of show business. He seemed to be in love with the bizarre, you know, mysteries, myths That was Michael Jackson. Guinness World Record called him the Most... (allAfrica.com)
BET awards honor Jackson Jun 29, 2009
It was also the location for several of his Grammy and American Music Award performances. This document was originally published online on Monday, June 29, 2009. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Madonna gets animated at the Grammys - but it's U2's night Jun 29, 2009
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 Jun 29, 2009
Grammy Awards Full Coverage on Yahoo. News. (Yahoo News -- Grammy Awards)
NIACC Arts, Leadership Series: From 'Camelot' to country Jun 28, 2009
The entertainment lineup offers something for everyone, including Grammy-winning artists, comedy, Tony award-winning musicals and holiday events for the family ... Winner of two Grammy Awards, the Soweto Gospel Choir was formed to celebrate the unique and inspirational power of African Gospel music. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Jackson's musical genius rivaled only by status as international cultural phenomenon Jun 28, 2009
FILE - In this Feb. 28, 1984 file photo, Michael Jackson is seen backstage at the 26th annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles as he poses with the awards he won in eight different categories. (AP Photo/Reed Saxon, File) (REED SAXON, AP / February 28, 1984). (FOX61, CT)
OD’d on celebrity deaths Jun 28, 2009
I m not saying stars and jocks don t have an impact on our lives we can find inspiration in their struggles that eventually led to a Grammy, Oscar or Super Bowl trophy but shouldn t we keep it in perspective. Don t get me wrong, depending on which sport I was playing as a kid, I was Bart Starr or Jerry West (pro-football/basketball icons, respectively). (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
The Jazz Beat: Diana Krall, struggling no more Jun 28, 2009
We weren t playing to full houses at first, but it started to pick up once that record got nominated for a Grammy ... Her third, All for You: A Dedication to the Nat King Cole Trio (1996) was nominated for a Grammy and continued for 70 weeks in the Billboard jazz charts. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Born on the Bayou Jun 28, 2009
Simien s love affair with zydeco started as a child, and it would lead four decades later to a Grammy Award in 2008. I grew up in music. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Maureen McGovern to perform at USU Jun 28, 2009
Published: Sunday, June 28, 2009 1:45 AM CDT Grammy Award winner Maureen McGovern will perform Wednesday at Utah State University in a concert that will celebrate the nation s history and heritage ... A veteran of Broadway, film, television and radio, McGovern has recorded more than 25 albums, the recent The Music Never Ends: The Lyrics of Alan yn Bergman and the Grammy-nominated The Pleasure of His Company ... Her recording career began with the Grammy-nominated, No. 1, chart-topping, Academy... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Jackson lived like king but died awash in debt Jun 28, 2009
Jackson, who has won 13 Grammys, hadn't toured since 1997. His last studio album, "Invincible," was released in 2001. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Madonna gets animated at the Grammys - but it's U2's night Jun 28, 2009
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)
Michael Jackson's Family Tree: Janet, Rebbie, Marlon And More Jun 28, 2009
" LaToya (May 29, 1956) LaToya got her start singing backup vocals for the Jackson 5 and went solo with a 1980 self-titled album. She continued to churn out solo music but is perhaps best known for posing nude for Playboy in 1989 and writing a tell-all autobiography that led to estrangement from some siblings. Marlon (March 12, 1957) The guitarist for the family group, Marlon left in 1987 to pursue a solo career. His first single "Don't Go" from debut album Baby Tonight climbed as high as #2 on... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Mariah Carey, Fall Out Boy, More Score Hits With Michael Jackson Covers Jun 28, 2009
" "Billie Jean" has been covered by everyone from Blackstreet to Belle and Sebastian, and Chris Cornell's take on the tune was covered again in a star-making performance by eventual "American Idol" champ David Cook during the show's seventh season. Fall Out Boy's cover of "Beat It" replaced Eddie Van Halen's incendiary solo with one from John Mayer and became a surprise hit, charting internationally and becoming a permanent fixture on the iTunes Top 10 chart in early 2008. And "Weird Al"... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Michael Jackson's Groundbreaking Career, By The Numbers Jun 28, 2009
" While his solo career began in 1971 and included hits like "Ben" and "Rockin' Robin'," it kicked into high gear with the release of the classic Off the Wall in 1979. The album eventually went platinum seven times, stayed in the Billboard Top 200 for 73 weeks and spawned four top-10 hits. The singles "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough" and "Rock With You" went platinum too. Yet it was just a run-up to the global superstardom he was about to embark upon: 1982's Thriller went platinum a... (VHI.com -- Music News)
News Stories Jun 28, 2009
Grammy Awards Full Coverage on Yahoo. News. (Yahoo News -- Grammy Awards)
Throwing strikes serves Miller well Jun 28, 2009
The Official Site of the Florida Marlins. Florida (38-38) at Tampa Bay (41-35), 1:38 p.m. ET. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Latin honours for Carlos Santana Jun 28, 2009
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)
Funeral plans for Michael Jackson pending after autopsy Jun 28, 2009
Fans of Jackson's music have been gathering around his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame to pay tribute to the singer, who won 13 Grammy Awards and sold 750 million albums worldwide in his 40-year career. Editor: Mu Xuequan. (Xinhuanet, China)
U2 eclipse Mariah Carey at Grammys Jun 28, 2009
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)
It's a High-5 Night for U2 Jun 28, 2009
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)
Cable television scam Jun 28, 2009
"The Fashion Show," which starts at 10 p.m. today on Bravo, is hosted by designer Isaac Mizrahi and four-time Grammy Award-winning performer and singer Kelly Rowland. Mizrahi and Rowland also serve as judges alongside Fern Mallis, senior vice president of IMG Fashion. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
