Edwards has friends, foes in bid for freedom Nov 27, 2008
The president commuted the cocaine-smuggling sentence of a Grammy-winning rapper from New Jersey who had the good fortune of attending Phillips Exeter Academy with the son of James Taylor and Carly Simon. She championed his cause. (Nola.com -- Sports)
The 82nd annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade kicks off Nov 27, 2008
Along with Archuleta, also participating in the parade this year will be James Taylor, Trace Adkins and Andy Williams. Don't forget to tune into News 4 at 8 a.m. to see the. (KRNV.com, NV)
* [CLASSICAL DVD AND CD REVIEWS] Nov 25, 2008
In his new Christmas CD Songs of Joy and Peace there are guest appearances from Alison Krauss, James Taylor (singing George Harrisons Here Comes the Sun) and Dave Brubeck, now 87, plus his cellist son Matt. Ma is also a world music enthusiast, and there are contributions from Cuban jazz clarinetist and saxophonist Paquito DRivera, Canadian fiddler Natalie MacMaster, and seven members of the Brazilian Assad family. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Shawn Mullins at home on new CD Nov 22, 2008
I love Bob Marley s live stuff, and there s a great James Taylor project that s one of the better-sounding ones. But the first one I had growing up was Kiss Alive. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
• Events Calendar Nov 21, 2008
The concerts are FEB. 25, "Latin Rhythms Meet Dizzy Gillespie," with Gillespie, Jon Faddis and an all-star band, vocalist Jackie Ryan, and Jose Rizo; FEB. 26, "Island Fever ??" Grooves From Brazil and the Caribbean," with Monty Alexander's Jazz and Roots, Kenny Barron's Canta Brazil with Trio da Paz and flutist Anne Drummond, and Anthony Wilson and Chico Pinheiro band; FEB. 27, "Sing and Swing, Tribute to Ray Brown," with Bobby McFerrin, Monty Alexander Trio, drummer Jeff Hamilton and... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Dido: Queen of the road Nov 17, 2008
From classic disco to singer-songwriters such as James Taylor and Carole King, there's always something else to discover. "The thing I love about music is I'm never going to have to stop learning. There's just so much," she enthuses. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Johnny Marr, the busiest Rock God of 2008 Nov 16, 2008
Have a look at the lineup: Lou Reed, the Police, She Jenny Lewis, Smokey Robinson, Elton John (who executive produced the program), Rufus Wainwright, Tony Bennett, Herbie Hancock, Norah Jones, Rosanne Cash, Kris Kristofferson, Diana Krall (Costello's wife), John Mellencamp, Jakob Dylan, Renie Fleming, James Taylor and. Bill Clinton (here's hoping he breaks out the saxophone). (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Pomfret, Pevar to share the stage again Nov 14, 2008
Skarupa, a resident of Collinsville, is starting a new label, Wimpole Street Records, which will put out the CD. Musicians, co-producers and co-writers on the album will include Pomfret, bassist Francois Moutin, McDonald and guitarist Danny Kortchmar, who is best known as a long-time James Taylor guitarist and collaborator. Pomfret said he has become an integral part of her forthcoming album. (Farmington Valley Post, CT)
Noise ordinance rocks Bandera City Hall Nov 13, 2008
By James Taylor - Staff Writer. Tuesday, November 11, 2008 9:20 AM CST. (Bandera Bulletin, TX)
On the road again Nov 12, 2008
J.D. Souther songs have been recorded by the Eagles, Linda Ronstadt, Bonnie Raitt, James Taylor, and others, and the Nashville singer-songwriter is now back on the road performing some of them himself. Explaining his long absence from touring, Souther has said: "I just wanted to be a good songwriter. I wanted to just stay home and write." The musician is celebrating "If the World Was You," a tribute to his Texas roots and his first studio album in 25 years. (Boston Globe)
J.D. Souther feels like a new kid again Nov 11, 2008
He played on, wrote for, or contributed his sweet-cream-and-rock-salt harmony vocals to albums by Linda Ronstadt, Jackson Browne, James Taylor, and Bonnie Raitt among others. Most famously, Souther co-wrote Eagles hits like "The Best of My Love," "Heartache Tonight," and "Victim of Love." ("How Long" actually comes from Souther's 1972 debut album. (Boston Globe)
Carrie Underwood Shines in Johnathon Arndt Gallery of Jewels at the 2008 CMA Awards Nov 11, 2008
Supported founders include the Star-Light Star Bright Foundation honoring Steven Spielberg; Grammy Music Cares Foundation honoring Brian Wilson; Grammy Music Cares Foundation honoring James Taylor; Society of Singers honoring Celine Dion; Society of Singers honoring Sir Elton John; The Dorough Lupus Foundation with Howie Dorough and The Academy of Country Music Foundation. For more information about Johnathon Arndt Gallery of Jewels, please visit or contact Mr. Steven Mondavi at... (PR Newswire)
* How to speak JAZZ Nov 10, 2008
Check out The James Taylor Quartet: Absolute. Bebop/Bop. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
New foundation aims to start fundraising runs, concerts nationwide Nov 8, 2008
By last year it had evolved, with the retired tennis stars hosting a 6,000-seat concert featuring James Taylor. Individual charities sold tables on the floor to corporations for $5,000 to $20,000 each, and the rest of the tickets were sold to the general public. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Sleeping through wakeup calls Nov 7, 2008
That James Taylor was good. I like him anyway. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Miley Cyrus, David Archuleta To Perform In Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Nov 7, 2008
Cheetah Girls, Trace Adkins, James Taylor also announced as performers. by Jocelyn Vena. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Chicago's Grant Park epicenter on historic day Nov 5, 2008
James Taylor, a professor of politics and African American studies at the University of San Francisco, said: "I will turn to my baby boys, 3 and 1, and I will know that at least I left them an America that elected a black man, and the possibilities are there for them in ways people never thought they could achieve. This is a miraculous event ... and there's no baseline to compare this moment to.". Tony West, an Oakland attorney and longtime Obama friend who campaigned for Obama in Florida before... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Intermission: If anything, see Dylan for bragging rights Nov 3, 2008
I ve seen James Taylor twice at the La Crosse Center, once at Summerfest, once on the Johnny Carson show, and once in the rain in the parking lot of the Mall of America. Every concert was different and special and well worth the money and the memory. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Pop stars add flavor to presidential race Oct 30, 2008
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. With acoustic guitar and gentle voice, James Taylor crooned "America the Beautiful" to a hushed hometown crowd of thousands Monday night a fervent but soft-spoken pitch for Sen. Barack Obama. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Russia's Sweetheart Oct 29, 2008
There s no mention of Prince, Carly Simon, James Taylor, Bonnie Raitt, Little Feat, The Grateful Dead, Doobie Brothers, Joni Mitchell, Talking Heads, The Pretenders, Sex Pistols or Neil Young. The package, which will also be available as 10 CD set, doesn t include Atlantic Records famed catalog. (Fox News)
Celebs approve these messages for candidates Oct 29, 2008
By Lorena Blas, USA TODAY Election Day is a week away, and while the candidates are dashing across the country, visiting swing states, celebrities are doing everything they can to get out the vote as well. USA TODAY checks out some stars who are stating the case for their candidates on the trail in the final days of the campaign. (USA Today -- Life)
New Guns N Roses CD means free Dr. Pepper Oct 24, 2008
James Taylor to play 5 free concerts for Obama. Add More news and other features headlines to your news reader. (MSNBC -- International)
Phoebe Snow's success comes after great sorrow Oct 24, 2008
" One was the Bitter End, in New York's Greenwich Village. At that time, the early '70s, the club was presenting people like James Taylor, Bonnie Raitt, Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee. One night Snow was scheduled to follow a guy named Bruce Springsteen. "He had just been signed to Columbia, and John Hammond, who discovered Bruce Springsteen and so many other greats, was there," Snow says. "Interestingly, Bruce was playing keyboard, not the guitar. I was standing to the side with people who were... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Sitcom full of breezily insane musical humour Oct 23, 2008
"It may not sound funny, but imagine impassioned troubadours like James Blunt, Jack Johnson even James Taylor singing the same lyrics with tenderly earnest conviction and you begin to understand the appeal."I'm not cryin'," croons Bret McKenzie, too proud to admit his heart has indeed been broken. "And if I am cryin', it's not 'cause of you it's because I'm thinking about a friend of mine you don't know who is dyin. that's right, dyin. (Toronto Star)
James Taylor sings for Obama in NC concert series Oct 22, 2008
James Taylor said Tuesday the nation urgently needs the change offered by Barack Obama as the singer brought his music through the state in a bid to support the Democratic presidential candidate. . (Herald Sun)
Taylor: 'I never did feel cool' Oct 22, 2008
James Taylor: 'I never did feel like I was the cool one' - CNN.com ... James Taylor: 'I never did feel like I was the cool one ... James Taylor's new album, "Covers," includes his takes on several songs. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Stars align to croon for their candidates in North Carolina Oct 21, 2008
James Taylor performs Monday in Chapel Hill to support Barack Obama ... JAMES TAYLOR CONCERT TODAY ... James Taylor performs for Obama's campaign this afternoon at Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh. (News & Observer)
Master Musical Impressionist, Greg London, Whose Hit Show "Greg London's Icons" is Extended at Harrah's Reno into 2010, Does the Doo Wop as One of 'The Dukes,' Due in Theatres November 14 Oct 21, 2008
Produced by veteran film composer Eric Colvin, the track also features the sensual saxophone of contemporary jazz star Warren Hill and backing vocals by famed session and touring singers Arnold McCuller and Kate Markowitz, who have performed together for years with James Taylor. The first single from the EP to go to AC radio early next year will be announced shortly. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
For Obama, how sweet it is Oct 20, 2008
James Taylor yesterday played the first of five shows he'll do for Barack Obama in North Carolina. Sweet Baby James called the election the most important in years. (Boston Globe)
McCains age, health are appropriate concerns for voting public Oct 18, 2008
As for Dave Mason, that particular song has some very poignant lyrics (for me), but then, so does Viktoria Tolstoy, Camelia Todorova, Elton John, Tori Amos and James Taylor (the music anyway). " fed up taxpayer wrote on Oct 17, 2008 10:23 PM:" Gee I can see guy can read. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
James Taylor schedules 5 free concerts for Obama Oct 16, 2008
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - James Taylor will play five free concerts in North Carolina as he tours the state to support Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama. ADVERTISEMENT. (Yahoo News)
Singer schedules concerts for Obama Oct 16, 2008
Musician James Taylor attends the 125th Metropolitan Opera opening night at Lincoln Center on September 22, 2008 in New York City. (Andrew H. Walker, Getty Images) CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - James Taylor will play five free concerts in North Carolina as he tours the state to support Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama ... James Taylor will play five free concerts in North Carolina as he tours the state to support the Democratic presidential candidate. (FOX23.com, OK)
One hero salutes other ones Oct 14, 2008
Everyone from James Taylor to Rod Stewart is doing covers these days, but Dion has lived and breathed this music, so it feels totally genuine. A 45-minute DVD is attached in which he shares personal reminiscences, reaching an emotional peak with a story about giving up his seat to Valens on the fateful 1959 plane crash that killed Valens, Holly, and the Big Bopper. (Boston Globe)
Trace Adkins and Lynyrd Skynyrd Headline Unprecedented New Year's Eve Celebrations With Live Performances in Two Cities on One Night Oct 11, 2008
MEG / AEG Live is one of two AEG offices in Nashville, TN and has recently promoted and produced tours and concert dates for Kenny Chesney, Reba McEntire with Kelly Clarkson, Brooks & Dunn, Sugarland, Kid Rock, James Taylor, Trace Adkins, Taylor Swift, Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert and Jason Aldean. Source: AEG LIVE. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Production Teams for Robert Plant and Alison Krauss, The Police, Halo 3 and The Bourne Ultimatum Take Top Honors at 24th Annual TEC Awards Oct 11, 2008
Among the nights winners for Creative Achievement were the production crews of James Taylor, One Man Band (Surround Sound Production) and Foo Fighters The Pretender (Record Production/Single or Track); the engineers and producers of NBCs Saturday Night Live (Television Sound Production) and the 50th Annual Grammy Awards (Remote Production/Recording or Broadcast); as well as the acoustical team for Red Bull North Americas recently opened Red Bull Studio (Studio Design Project).... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Clintons cause comesto Asia Oct 5, 2008
Just minutes before, he had presented awards to outstanding recipients at an event at which Senegalese singer Youssou Ndour and his American counterpart James Taylor performed. As their performance came to an end, the room took on a different note with The Beatles Here Comes The Sun. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Class Acts: A Q&A With Kit Harvey Oct 5, 2008
Family: Mother, Ceil Harvey; brothers, Chris and Clay Harvey; sisters, Kim Healey and Kerra Kinion; eight nieces and nephews; and of course my cat JT (James Taylor), and many fish and plants. Background: Lived in Redding for 30 years. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Yo-Yo Ma's new album takes spiritual journey Oct 4, 2008
In this image released by Sony BMG Masterworks, cellist Yo-Yo Ma, left, and musician James Taylor are shown ... Others _ like a duet with western Massachusetts neighbor James Taylor in "Here Comes the Sun" _ are soothing. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Carl Jackson concert features new guest Oct 3, 2008
In 2004, Carl received two Grammy s for the album he produced and performed on, entitled, "Livin , Lovin , Losin : The Songs of the Louvin Brothers." The group that Carl assembled to sing on this album is, in itself, astounding: himself,Joe Nichols, Rhonda Vincent, Emmylou Harris, Rodney Crowell, James Taylor, Alison Krauss, Vince Gill, Terri Clark, Merle Haggard, Ronnie Dunn, Rebecca Lynn Howard, Glen Campbell, Leslie Satcher, Kathy Louvin, Pamela Brown Hayes, Linda Ronstadt, Patty Loveless,... (Louisville Winston County Journal, MS)
Robert Wagner-Barbara Stanwyck Affair: FOX411's Original Scoop Sep 24, 2008
Also in the audience and at dinner: James Taylor and wife Caroline, who worked eons ago with Met general manager Peter Gelb at the Boston Symphony Orchestra. James and I talked at length about his (and Carly Simon s son) Ben, who showcased his new songs at Joe s Pub this past Saturday night. (Fox News)
Acoustic guitarist tops bill at eatery Sep 24, 2008
I grew up with the hippie-era music of the 60s and 70s, the 56-year-old said, referring to such performers as Denver, Gordon Lightfoot, James Taylor and Jim Croce. Evans also writes his own songs and performs original music. (Florida Today)
Canwest Raise-A-Reader Day: Wednesday, September 24 Sep 23, 2008
Launched last September, when international singing sensation Michael Bubl; announced his involvement as the first performer to lend his voice to the literacy cause, the series has a growing set-list of participating artists that includes Grammy award-winning songstress Anne Murray and musical legend, James Taylor. Canwest Raise-a-Reader gets a fundraising kick-start from national sponsors Assante Wealth Management and 7-Eleven Canada Inc., and in-kind support from Scholastic Canada. (Canada Newswire)
A Complete List Of Winners Sep 22, 2008
"James Taylor: One Man Band (Great Performances) " PBS. "Kathy Griffin: Straight To Hell" Bravo. (CBS News)
Bandera picks up first season win over Wimberley Sep 21, 2008
Who are you going to vote for in the 2008 Presidential election. Saturday, September 20, 2008 11:46 PM CDT. (Bandera Bulletin, TX)
Katie Hits Broadway Sep 20, 2008
Ben Taylor, son of Carly Simon and James Taylor, has been releasing music on his own label for a few years after a bad experience with Epic Records in the late '90s. Saturday night at Joe s Pub in New York (next to the Public Theater), he s showcasing songs from his new album, The Legend of Kung Folk. (Fox News)
Editorial: Talk now about rural fire protection (Sept. 15) Sep 16, 2008
Fire and Rain : It s almost as the county is taking its planning cues from the James Taylor songbook. Actually, both the water and the wildfire efforts share a common genesis and it s not tied to popular music. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
GMA Whistle Stop Tour: Don't Miss the Train! Sep 14, 2008
The whistle-stop tour will also feature live music with concerts by James Taylor from Massachusetts Monday, country music star Brad Paisley from Ohio Wednesday, and Oscar-winner and former "American Idol" contestant Jennifer Hudson from Washington, D.C., Friday. 1. (ABC News)
Second Cup Cafe: David Sanborn Sep 13, 2008
Grammy-Winning Artist Who Combines Jazz, Pop eleases 23rd Album, "Here NEW YORK, Sept.. 13, 2008 Text Size: David Sanborn's Grammy-winning sound combines jazz, pop and R the legendary saxophonist is back with his 23rd album, "Here " (DavidSanborn.com)RelatedSpecial ReportCheck out the performances of artists appearing in this Saturday Early Show segment. We spotlight a different performer each week.Stories (CBS) It could be said it was fate that made Grammy Award-winning saxophonist David... (CBS News -- Early Show)
Late pastors journal continues to sustain others Sep 13, 2008
On July 29, 1998, the couples last night together, they attended a James Taylor concert in Nampa with Matt and Lisa Newton. The next morning, before Mike Turner left, he gave Diane a bouquet of flowers. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Critic's corner Sep 12, 2008
James Taylor 9:30 p.m., QVCYes, QVC. Dad loves to sell his work, too. Kitchen Gadgets of the Future 8 p.m., Food ChannelStill waiting for the Dishwasher Insertion Mechanism. (Boston Globe)
James Taylor Writing Songs For Next Album Sep 12, 2008
September 11, 2008 , 10:25 AM ET. Gary Graff, Detroit After a holiday set (2006's "A Christmas Album"), a live album (2007's "One Man Band") and his upcoming "Covers" collection, says his next priority is his first album of original material since 2002's "October Road.". (Billboard.com)
Elvis Costello lines up more guests for TV show Sep 11, 2008
were John Mellencamp, Norah Jones, James Taylor, Jakob Dylan, Kris Kristofferson, Roseanne Cash, Herbie Hancock, Jenny Lewis, Ren. e Fleming and indie rock band She & Him. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Light on his skeet Sep 10, 2008
call Word is James Taylor will be on ABC next week performing live from the Red Lion Inn in Stockbridge. Sweet Baby James, whose CD "Covers" comes out Friday, is kicking off ABC's "50 States, 50 Days," during which the network will report from every state leading up to the presidential election. (Boston Globe)
Shopping channel QVC sees music opportunities Sep 10, 2008
So far this year, QVC has broadcast only two music shows -- for Clay Aiken's "On My Way Here" and Randy Travis' "Around the Bend" -- with a third one planned for September 12 on James Taylor's "Covers.". A QVC spokeswoman says the channel strives to feature one artist per month, although "depending on artists' schedules, release dates and our own programming schedules, things often change." She adds that QVC is "working on several new deals for the fall of 2008.". (Yahoo News -- Technology)
It's Terrence Howard's time to 'Shine Through It' Sep 9, 2008
He insisted on writing, producing and arranging the album's 11 songs, which reflect his wide-ranging affection for everyone from James Taylor and Bob Marley to Duke Ellington and The Temptations. He also directed the video for first single Love Makes You Beautiful. (USA Today -- Life)
Rapid City High School: We asked readers to share their memories Sep 9, 2008
Fire and Rain I graduated from RCC in 1973, I remember our class song was Fire and Rain by James Taylor. We endured both a fire that burned down the old section of the school (I think it was called the Coolidge Building then) and the floods of 72 where we lost some classmates. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Television First as GMA Broadcasts From a Moving Train Sep 9, 2008
The whistle-stop tour will also feature live music with concerts by James Taylor from Massachusetts Monday, country music star Brad Paisley from Ohio Wednesday, and Oscar-winner and former "American Idol" contestant Jennifer Hudson from Washington, D.C., Friday. "Good Morning America Weekend," "Nightline" and "World News With Charles Gibson" will also broadcast from the rails for the "50 States in 50 Days" tour. (ABC News)
In a star-heavy telethon, Hollywood takes a stand on cancer Sep 8, 2008
James Taylor and Sheryl Crow delivered "Fire and Rain," and Josh Groban and Monica Mancini performed "Imagine" interspersed with readings by Halle Berry, Jennifer Garner, Casey Affleck, and Forest Whitaker. The only "We Are the World" moment that might have lent itself to parody was a performance, via remote from the rehearsal for the forthcoming "Fashion Rocks" concert, by a stage crammed with Beyonce, Carrie Underwood, Rihanna, Mariah Carey, Fergie, Mary J. Blige, and others. (Boston Globe)
Multi-network cancer telethon donations top $100M Sep 8, 2008
It featured musical segments by performers including James Taylor, Sheryl Crow, Josh Groban and Monica Mancini. Serving as co-emcees, rival network news anchors Katie Couric, Charles Gibson and Brian Williams discussed advances in cancer research. (USA Today -- Life)
Front Row: Pop Recordings Sep 7, 2008
James Taylor, "Covers" (Hear Music). Sweet Baby James fulfills a longtime dream by recording favorite tunes by everyone from the Drifters to the Dixie Chicks. (Boston Globe)
'Stand Up to Cancer' Sep 7, 2008
Sept. 5, 2008: Singers Sheryl Crow and James Taylor pose together before the Stand Up to Cancer benefit at the Kodak Theater in Los Angeles ... The show featured musical performances by James Taylor and Sheryl Crow, Josh Groban and Monica Mancini, Melissa Etheridge with Sugarland, BeBe Winans and Jason Mraz. (Fox News)
POLITICALBUTTONS Sep 6, 2008
The show featured James Taylor and Barbra Streisand, along with "ushers" like movie stars Raquel Welch and Warren Beatty. You might think Bengston's kitchen and spare bedrooms are stuffed with memorabilia. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Network TV stands up to cancer Sep 6, 2008
" Applegate, who recently underwent a double mastectomy after being diagnosed with breast cancer, is among those set to help deliver the message Friday. She'll be joined by scores of other stars from TV, music and film, including Halle Berry, Forest Whitaker, America Ferrera, Jack Black, Salma Hayek, James Taylor, Carrie Underwood and Rob Lowe. Don't Miss Celebrities will share their personal experiences with the disease and will help answer phone calls from donors, Ziskin said. The hour-long... (CNN -- Health)
Arts Calendar: Pop/Rock Sep 5, 2008
May 2: Music of James Taylor. Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena. (Florida Times-Union)
Spotlight cover story: Islandfest in Exeter, a Jimmy Buffett state of mind Sep 4, 2008
Kirby's music is acoustic based and he says he was influenced by the sound of James Taylor ... Ralph MacDonald, another member of Club Trini, has played percussion on nearly a dozen Grammy Award winners, including Carly Simon and James Taylor's "Mockingbird", Paul Simon's "Still Crazy After All These Years" and Billy Joel's "Just The Way You Are." The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences named MacDonald Most Valuable Player of the Year from 1979 through 1988. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
