Holiday Preview: Music Picks Nov 22, 2009
KENNY ROGERS The Gambler has been jingling bells on his Christmas concert tour for 28 years. So clearly it is not yet time to fold em. (Boston Globe)
ARC performs acts of thanks Nov 21, 2009
Patrick Lawler sang Kenny Rogers' You Decorated My Life followed by Cheryl Bidwell singing, I Don't Know How to Love Him by Helen Reddy. Bidwell had a poem hanging on the wall titled, Singing and Dancing. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Holbrook Sound Off Nov 13, 2009
Will the selectmen vote to make Kenny Rogers s The Gambler Holbrook s official theme song. Some questions. (Holbrook Sun, MA)
You Voted: Greatest Country Song Reveled Nov 12, 2009
The Gambler, by Kenny Rogers. Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain, by Willie Nelson. (ABC News)
SIRIUS XM Radio Decks the Halls With Five Channels of Commercial-Free Holiday Music Nov 5, 2009
Country Christmas (SIRIUS channel 62 and XM channel 10) will feature a wide-ranging assortment of country Christmas music, including Garth Brooks, Carrie Underwood and Kenny Rogers. Monday, December 7 - Friday, December 25. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Kim Carnes has friends in high places Nov 5, 2009
" The creator of hits with Kenny Rogers and Barbra Streisand (as well as having a prominent role in the 1985 all-star recording of "We Are The World"), Carnes may have Nashville's most impressive Rolodex. "Whether it's music, visual art or whatever, (artists) are a different breed and really enjoy hanging with each other," she says. "A lot of artistic folks look at the world in a similar way and more than anything really appreciate each other's talents. It never ceases to amaze me at the talent... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Village Idiot--The perfect turkey: ham Nov 5, 2009
You can roast it in a paper bag, you can bake it upside down, you can deep-fry it, you can put it on a rotisserie, you can smother it in mustard, blacken it, debone it and cook just the pieces, you can invite Kenny Rogers over, you can stuff it with bread, rice, oysters, onions, mushrooms, squash or a duck and a chicken. Or don't stuff it at all. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
No Tricks This Year, Just Treats for Spectators of the 2009 Bermuda Music Festival Nov 4, 2009
Individual performances and duets by Patti Austin, James Ingram, Michael McDonald and Kenny Rogers captivated audiences on night two of the Bermuda Music Festival. Also on this night, Bermuda's Premier and Minister of Tourism and Transport, Dr. the Hon. Ewart F. Brown honored Quincy Jones' lifetime contributions to culture and humanity with the first ever African Diaspora Heritage Trail Award. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
OUR VIEW: Rosebud Theatre patrons deserve better treatment Nov 4, 2009
That means area residents who bought their tickets early for a 2010 lineup that was to include performances by Shirley Jones and Kenny Rogers, among others, are out of luck ... Jo wrote on Nov 2, 2009 9:28 PM:" Wasn't it just about 3 weeks ago that some of us got flyers in the mail showing Kenny Rogers and asking us all to purchase upcoming 2010 tickets?I thought it was odd that this would come AFTER the announcement it was closing but BEFORE the fact there was no cash to reimburse those who... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Pop Quz: Jerry Casale of Devo Nov 2, 2009
Q: Are you still baffled by how Devo got on the same radio stations as Kenny Rogers and Air Supply. A: Well, in some ways, when you look back on it now, it's even more implausible. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
The Brothers Gibb Return Nov 2, 2009
" said Robin. "Other people can, but we can't," said Barry. So the brothers retreated, writing hits for other artists, like Barbra Streisand ("Guilty"), Dionne Warwick ("Heartbreaker"), and Kenny Rogers Parton ("Islands in the Stream"). In 1997 after their music was belittled by a British talk show host ("My dog loves it"), Barry Gibb snapped on the air. "In fact, I might just leave," he said . . . and he did. "I got the sense you were saying, 'Look, we're tired of being the joke. " Mason said.... (CBS News)
Would you really trade Jurrjens? Oct 30, 2009
For those of you who know Scott Boras, when (besides Carlos Pena and Kenny Rogers) has he NOT taken a big name player to free agency, and when has that player NOT taken the largest offer. I think those that would say that we weren t reasonable with Tex are delusional. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Season ticket holders for Rosebud's 2010 schedule won't get money back Oct 28, 2009
The theater had advertised a 2010 lineup to its season ticket holders that included performers Shirley Jones, Kenny Rogers and a Queen tribute band. The Wilsons filed a complaint with the Illinois Attorney General s Office in hopes the office can intervene. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Second Cup Cafe: David Foster and Friends Oct 25, 2009
He has helped catapult the careers of Celine Dion, Josh Groban, Barbra Streisand, Whitney Houston, Andrea Bocelli, Chicago, Michael Bubl, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Earth Wind N'Sync, The Corrs, Natalie Cole, Kenny Loggins, Kenny Rogers, Chaka Khan, The Tubes, All 4 One, Michael Bolton and Brandy, among many others. MMIX, CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. (CBS News)
Rain menaces music at fair Oct 13, 2009
As you know, the (big, big) Big Fresno Fair kicked off its 2006 celebration in early October with a Kenny Rogers concert to top off opening night. And sensing the excitement of Rogers' fans, we were there to cover the inevitable craziness. (Fresno Bee)
Alternative rock groups hit the Wyoming Center Oct 9, 2009
Published: Thursday, October 8, 2009 12:43 PM MDT The country crowd may have been wowed by performances by Clint Black and Kenny Rogers at the Wyoming Center, but now its the alternative rock scene that will take the stage. Three bands will rock the center at 7 p.m. Oct. 17 in Equality Hall. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Second Cup Cafe: Richard Marx Oct 4, 2009
He went on to produce songs for some of the biggest artists in the music business, including 'N Sync, Luther Vandross, Barbara Streisand, Josh Groban, Vince Gill, 98, Kenny Rogers, Sarah Brightman and Sister Hazel. Teaming up with the late Vandross to write "Dance With My Father" was a huge success, not to mention a touching tear-jerker; it won a Grammy for Song of the Year. (CBS News -- Early Show)
kenny Rogers in Butte Saturday Oct 2, 2009
Tickets are still available for Kenny Rogers' concert Saturday in the Butte Civic Center. Rogers, one of the most successful country music artists, will perform starting at 8 p.m. Montana's Rob Quist opens at 6:30 p.m., and the doors open at 5 p.m.. (Montana Standard, MT)
Georgia's country music talents keep on producing hits Oct 1, 2009
The trio has been opening shows in Switzerland for Kenny Rogers and, most recently, was in Canada with Keith Urban. Luke Bryan, of Leesburg, Ga. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Mobil Delvac sponsors Grascals tour Sep 30, 2009
They have opened for Dolly Parton and played with Brooks & Dunn, Dierks Bentley, Patty Loveless, Charlie Daniels, Kenny Rogers, Vince Gill and more. The value of the Mobil sponsorship was not disclosed, but tour sponsorships are an increasingly important piece of a band s total revenue package. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
BREAKING NEWS: Quincy Jones Speaks About His Unique Musical Relationships in a RARE LIVE Video Webcast TODAY at 5pm ET / 2pm PT (Tues. Sept 15) at www.BMF09.com Sep 16, 2009
Patti Austin Erykah Badu James Ingram Wyclef Jean John Legend Michael McDonald Kenny Rogers Naturally 7. On the last evening of the Festival, Halloween, Quincy will unveil a heretofore unseen performance of Michael Jackson's "Thriller" - 25 years after he first produced the best-selling album of all-time. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Fandango: Pollack debuts on Fox Sports show Aug 29, 2009
Is that your Kenny Rogers before surgery look. There are thousands of Grady Journalism school grads and you get the gig. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
South Coast Has Talent Aug 29, 2009
John Kight performs If You Want to Find Love by Kenny Rogers; Star Moralez performs Respect by Aretha Franklin ... John Kight, If You Want to Find Love, Kenny Rogers. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Miley Cyrus's 'best friend' Aug 26, 2009
"He said 'I want you to have a career like Kenny Rogers.' ". Cyrus said his dad suggested he branch out into acting. (CNN)
Alleged data thief long known for computer mastery Aug 20, 2009
Branstetter recalled that Gonzalez held a job at a Kenny Rogers fast food chain after school. After graduating from high school in 1999, Gonzalez was arrested for marijuana possession by South Miami police. (Boston Globe)
Parton: 'I know I'm a bit over-exaggerated' Aug 19, 2009
"She is so full of life and spirit and she loves playing jokes on people and she likes to keep you on your toes, but musically I have never met anyone who can walk out on stage and consistently sing as in tune and proper and right as Dolly Parton does," her sometime duet partner Kenny Rogers told CNN.. She recently wrote the score for "9 to 5: The Musical," a stage version of the 1980 comedy "Nine to Five," a film she not only starred in but for which she also composed the award-winning title... (CNN)
Celebrity birthdays for the week of Aug. 16-22 Aug 13, 2009
Singer Kenny Rogers is 71. Guitarist James Burton (with Elvis Presley) is 70. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Top Entertainment Stories Trivia Quiz - Gone country Jul 31, 2009
6) Which Kenny Rogers song yielded several TV movies and miniseries in which he starred for CBS and NBC. 7) Name the country icon who hosted a 1987-88 ABC comedy-variety hour, using her first name as the show s title. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Perfect timing: Frantic pace set by Buehrle Jul 24, 2009
The Official Site of the Chicago White Sox. Perfect timing: Frantic pace for Buehrle. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Guitarist-vocalist at St. Timothy's Jul 24, 2009
Jim Salestrom, a guitarist and vocalist, who has performed with such stars as John Denver, Kenny Rogers, and Dolly Parton, will present the 4 p.m. Sunday, July 26, concert in St. Timothy's Chapel at Southern Cross above Georgetown Lake. Salestrom, an Emmy Award- winning songwriter, has performed at the White House for four presidents, at the U.S. Supreme Court for his friend Justice Sandra Day O'Connor and built a loyal following in the Rocky Mountains where he has kept a home for 25 years. (Montana Standard, MT)
Buehrle throws perfect game Jul 24, 2009
-- Kenny Rogers, Texas vs. California (AL), 4-0, July 28, 1994. -- Dennis Martinez, Montreal at L.A. (NL), 2-0, July 28, 1991. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Pedicab busy at concerts Jul 23, 2009
The country singer grew up on a family farm in Delaware, and says he was influenced by Alan Jackson, Kenny Rogers and Brian McKnight. Prior to the show, young children can gather by the senior center to make zipper pulls, cell phone charms, buttons, puzzle piece frames and a coloring table. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Georgia Music Hall may close Jul 18, 2009
Its inductees include Dallas Austin, R.E.M., the Indigo Girls, Kenny Rogers, Otis Redding and Ray Charles. Macon Mayor Robert Reichert says his city is taking a number of approaches to ensure the future of the museum as well as the nearby Georgia Sports Hall of Fame, recognizing both as significant assets. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Grand Ole Opry member McDaniel hospitalized Jul 9, 2009
Besides his solo hits, he's also written songs recorded by Kenny Rogers, Conway Twitty and Earl Scruggs. McDaniel has been a regular on the Grand Ole Opry since 1986. (MSNBC -- Music)
Grand Ole Opry member Mel McDaniel in the hospital after suffering a heart attack Jul 9, 2009
12:40 PM EDT, July 8, 2009. (AP) A Grand Ole Opry spokeswoman says Opry performer Mel McDaniel is in the hospital after suffering a heart attack. (FOX61, CT)
Bizarro blockbusters Jul 3, 2009
Similarities: "Transformers" is about robot invaders who attack Earth and the ragtag band of humans who resist, "Transmorphers" is about robot invaders who attack Earth and the ragtag band of humans who resist; both have robots falling to Earth as dozens of large flaming rocks; "Transformers" stars Shia LaBeouf, who was in " Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull," "Transmorphers" stars Bruce Boxleitner who was in " Kenny Rogers as The Gambler, Part III: The Legend Continues"; it's... (FOX59, IN)
Bluegrass with bite on tap in Beckwith Park Thursday Jul 2, 2009
"Music critics have found this Kalamazoo-based bluegrass band is not easily classified as strictly traditional or progressive, as these musicians are armed with a polished repertoire of standard tunes, as well as a collection of refreshing and unusual choices as a bluegrass band, said Vickie Phillipson, DDA and Chamber of Commerce program director, who coordinates the 12-week event. Schlitz Creek pulls material from such legends as the Dillards, the Monkees, Bob Seger, Lennon and McCartney,... (Dowagiac News, MI)
Your best bets for weekend fun Jun 20, 2009
Tonight, this weekend, May 5th. Tonight, this weekend, May 5th. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Lionel Richie: Icon Courting Young Fans Jun 16, 2009
We've updated CBSNews. NEW YORK, June 12, 2009. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Have a Long Leaf award? May 26, 2009
Country singers Charlie Daniels, Randy Travis, George Jones, Tammy Wynette, Kenny Rogers and Ronnie Milsap; bluegrass players Earl Scruggs and Doc Watson; gospel singer and preacher Shirley Caesar-Williams (three times); songwriter Arthur Smith, calypso singer Harry Belafonte, pop music singer Engelbert Humperdinck, and classical violinist Itzhak Perlman. ACTORS AND ACTRESSES. (News & Observer)
Wednesday weather song: 'The Rainbow Tells Me So' May 20, 2009
Wheeler has also been a successful songwriter with well-known, but non-weather-related, tunes such as Jackson, a hit for Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash, and Coward of the County, a smash for Kenny Rogers. Wheeler is a member of the West Virginia Music Hall of Fame and the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. (USA Today -- Weather)
A melancholy tune May 16, 2009
For example, everyone knows that Kenny Rogers sings the song The Gambler, Candilora said. But few know that it was composed by Don Schlitz. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Choir celebrates 30th anniversary with concert Apr 19, 2009
The choir has sung at festivals, weddings, for famous musicians including Kenny Rogers and with the support of famous bands such as R.E.M.. They've been broadcast on CBS, joined Olympic celebrations, and celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during gospelfests held in his honor - all the while earning a reputation as champions of four-part harmony and sacred music. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Dolly Parton finds Cracker Barrel a good fit Apr 12, 2009
Cracker Barrel has partnered with Kenny Rogers, Amy Grant and other artists on CDs, but the Parton partnership is the first to include merchandise. "Only 1,350 rockers were made, and we sold approximately 70 percent in the first two weeks," Keiser says. (MSNBC -- News)
COLUMN: The 1960s were not so different when looking at the current decade Apr 10, 2009
just wondering wrote on Apr 9, 2009 11:00 AM:" In the 60's we had good music. Today you have noise. Just dropped in to see what condition my condition was in was the best song Kenny Rogers ever sang. ". Rohn Gordon wrote on Apr 9, 2009 11:06 AM:" Harry that is exactly right and stated perfectly. Not all police are a$$holes, most are not. But like you said its the ones that are that mark the rest. That is the way it is with all groups, Muslims, Iraqis, Iranians, Christians and Americans, the list... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Albany Parks and Rec announces River Rhythms lineup Apr 9, 2009
He said he was influenced by Alan Jackson, Kenny Rogers and Brian McKnight. July 30 The Coats from Seattle are making a return trip to the series this year. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Billy Ray Cyrus remains BFF with Miley Apr 8, 2009
He said, "Son, I think you have all your eggs in one basket with this music. I think you should branch out into one of those Kenny Rogers or Dolly Parton careers." The next week, while I was touring in Los Angeles, I read in a newspaper about a casting call for David Lynch's "Mulholland Drive" My agent helped get me an audition, and lo and behold, they hired me. Q: That's a pretty good first gig, working with Lynch. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Serious karaoke Apr 4, 2009
He then stood up and, following lyrics on a TV prompter, delivered a convincing rendition Kenny Rogers Lady. Coos Bay resident Christina Sanford did not qualify last week with her selection of soulful ballads, but the Las Vegas native saw an opportunity to visit family. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Dolly Parton's Business Savvy Apr 3, 2009
Now she's just another plastic surgeon-created caricature like Kenny Rogers, Priscilla Presley and the Gloved One, Michael Jackson. Posted by Henri_Rochard at 8:08 PM : Apr 2, 2009. (CBS News)
Country star comes to Cody Mar 24, 2009
He wrote Ruby Dont Take Your Love to Town for Kenny Rogers and Detroit City for Bobby Bare, Miller says, and Tillis other hits include I Aint Never, Heart Healer, I Believe in You, Coca-Cola Cowboy, Good Woman Blues and Southern Rains. . (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Best Country Music Songs About Rais... Mar 11, 2009
Kenny Rogers - The Greatest. Country Songs About Children Growing Up. (Suite101.com)
Where Have All the Protest Songs Gone? Mar 9, 2009
Off the top of my head, theres Donovans Universal Soldier, the Animals' Sky Pilot, CSNYs Ohio, and Wooden Ships, John Lennons Give Peace a Chance, and Imagine, Edwin Starrs War, and Kenny Rogers Ruby, Dont Take Your Love to Town. Even Glenn Campbells pop hit Galveston (written by Jimmy Webb) has a Vietnam theme. (Slate)
Lynda Carter trades hero suit for mic Mar 5, 2009
"She's really a very incredibly talented singer," says drummer Paul Leim, the leader of her band who has worked with Carter since her "Wonder Woman" days and also with the likes of Lionel Richie, Dolly Parton, Randy Travis, Reba McEntire, Kenny Rogers and Faith Hill. (2 of 3). (Florida Today)
Cracker Barrel to Offer Exclusive Dolly Parton CD Feb 28, 2009
It follows a number of exclusive releases in 2008 - November's release of Bill Gaither's Homecoming Hymns, the August release of Kenny Rogers: 50 Years, the July release of Ricky Skaggs' The High Notes and the April release of Aaron Tippin's He Believed. Over the last few years, Cracker Barrel has released exclusive CDs featuring Alison Krauss & Union Station, Josh Turner, Amy Grant, Sara Evans, and Charlie Daniels. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Table of fame donated to United Way for raffle Feb 27, 2009
Hillary Rodham Clinton, Kenny Rogers and Nastia Liukin have probably never been in the same room at the same time, but each passed through the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center last year and autographed the same wooden coffee table ... Hillary Rodham Clinton, Blue Man Group, Nastia Luikin, Shawn Johnson, Dierks Bentley, Kenny Rogers, Bucky Covington, Rodney Carrington, Ace Frehley, Jonathan Horton, Peggy Fleming, Chicago cast members, Brule band members, Terry Fator ... Kenny Rogers, Hillary Rodham... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Center of Hope Feb 22, 2009
When it opened in 1985, the Ocean Center was better known for concerts than conventions, playing host in its first three months to Amy Grant, John Denver, the Beach Boys, Heart, Foreigner, Alabama, Starship, Kenny Rogers and Jimmy Buffett. There were 26 concerts the next year, plus comedy shows by the likes of Jay Leno. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Smoltz: Braves 'not as attractive' Feb 21, 2009
It looks to me like the Braves learned a VALUABLE lesson from Kenny Rogers. They know when to hold em and know when to fold em. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
SE fests for Jan. 16-18, beyond Feb 7, 2009
Entertainers include Blake Shelton, Kenny Rogers, Hall , Gretchen Wilson, Gregg Allman and more. 1-888-800-5447. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
