Music listings Jul 4, 2008
Peter Frampton The legendary '70s rocker's latest album, Fingerprints won a 2007 Grammy for best pop instrumental album. River Rock Casino Resort, July 19-20, 8 pm, $64. (Vancouver Sun)
Some easily dismissed acts deserve a second look Jun 20, 2008
HUMBLE PIE: Guitarist Peter Frampton is best known for his frankly suspect solo work, which is a shame, because this band, one of the original (and better) supergroups, was truly smokin. In the years since the band's dissolution and singer Steve Marriott's tragic death in a house fire, the band's image has taken on some tarnish, often filed under "fogey" rock. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Harley-Davidson Festival Milwaukee Jun 1, 2008
Saturday, August 30, 12 pm to 11 pm: Peter Frampton, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Blind Melon, Dierks Bentley, Puddle of Mudd, Buddy Guy, Daughtry, Blue Oyster Cult and Cameo. Roadhouse at the Lakefront. (Suite101.com)
Harley-Davidson adds Foo Fighters to 105th lineup May 21, 2008
Additional acts scheduled to perform Aug. 29-30 at the Summerfest grounds include: Daughtry, The Black Crowes, Blue Oyster Cult, Dr. John, Peter Frampton, Puddle of Mudd, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Buddy Guy, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, War, Blind Melon, Cameo, Dierks Bentley, Foghat, Los Lonely Boys and ZZ Top. Related Industry News. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Idol fans are the Devil's tools May 20, 2008
These medleys are reminiscent of the 1978 movie Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Heart Club Band, in which such credible singers as Alice Cooper and Peter Frampton were insanely aligned with Steve Martin, Stargard and George Burns (who performs, with extreme senility, Fixing a Hole). When a cool, if straining-to-be-the-same, dude like Cook starts two-stepping and singing arcane pep songs, you can almost hear his soul swooning. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Sounds Of Summer May 18, 2008
Of all the road veterans hitting the Mountain Winery this summer, from Peter Frampton to James Blunt, this retro bill looks the most interesting and efficient - a gaggle of '80s greats restricted to sets that feature nothing but their biggest hits. Let's hope the passing of time hasn't diminished the quality of the haircuts. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Decibel | On the road May 5, 2008
Bands on supporting stages have not yet been announced, but in the past have included Guster, Panic At The Disco, Ben Folds, Peter Frampton and Buddy Guy. Survival item: A laid-back attitude. (Daily Orange, NY)
When pigs fly, send an e-mail May 2, 2008
Astute viewers of "The Simpsons" might suspect Peter Frampton in the pig's disappearance, but it's really a plain shame what happened. The pig up and flew away. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Stone Temple Pilots Reunited In Hopes Of Opening For Led Zeppelin, Bassist Says Apr 23, 2008
"For me, it was about putting down some of the things that I was used to getting bitten by," explained the bassist who, with guitar-playing brother Dean DeLeo, has been collaborating with Peter Frampton on material for his next LP. "After you get bitten, it's hard to go back. I wanted to go into this with an open frame of mind and a positive attitude and just have fun with it. We should have fun with it, which God knows we didn't always have with our career when we were younger. If that's all I... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Steve and Vikki sued Apr 22, 2008
Singer Peter Frampton is 58. Actor Eric Mabius ( Ugly Betty ) is 37. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Ellen shimmies to Madonna Apr 10, 2008
You can have tea with Alan Greenspan, chat it up on "The View," walk down Wisteria Lane with those housewives, see Ben Stiller's "Tropic Thunder" early, jam on a Peter Frampton guitar, lunch with VIPs. Call 202-463-7575 ext 241. (Variety)
Thirteen Show Preview Announced For Inaugural Season Of The National City Pavilion at Riverbend Apr 8, 2008
Aug 6 Peter Frampton. Aug 7 Merle Haggard. (FOX19.com, OH)
On the Scene: 'Idol' Top 9 results night Apr 5, 2008
On the Scene: 'Idol' Top 9 results night. It was a night of tears, fainting spells, tears, booty dancing, a human Ryan Seacrest, tears, and, of course, Dolly Parton (pictured). (Entertainment Weekly)
Ace Young interview Mar 29, 2008
Ace has an Atlanta connection: he s managed by Charlie Brusco, who also manages Styx (and in the past, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Bad Company, Peter Frampton, Survivor and Tesla. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
George Varga asks: Who made you God? Mar 21, 2008
A&M's diverse roster also featured Wes Montgomery, The Carpenters, Waylon Jennings, Supertramp, Peter Frampton and future North County resident Rita Coolidge. In later years, the label became home to artists as varied as Joan Armatrading, Soul Asylum, Squeeze, UB40, John Hiatt, Al Green, Janet Jackson, Split Enz, Amy Grant, Les McCann and the recently reunited Police. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
County Lines for February 29, 2008 Feb 29, 2008
Peter Frampton will come alive at fair. Guitar legend Peter Frampton will perform July 12 during the 117th Annual Santa Barbara County Fair. (Santa Maria Times)
Separatedat birth? Idol look-alikes Feb 23, 2008
And don t forget about Peter Frampton, too. I asked him during the press conference Friday about the comparisons. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
'American Idol' Castoffs Speak: Garrett Isn't Worried About Being Pale, Colton Tells Ellen To Give Him A Call Feb 23, 2008
Nobody's ever compared me to Peter Frampton or Leif Garrett before this, so that was new. I went back to the house I was staying at and I Googled them, and I had no idea who they were. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Four Singers Sent Home On 'American Idol' Feb 22, 2008
Garrett, Haley, the 17-year-old Peter Frampton look-a-like from Elida, Ohio was the first to get the bad news from Idol host, Ryan Seacrest. Before singing for the audience one last time, the curly haired teen said he hadn t taken Simon Cowell s comments from Tuesday night (Simon suggested he spent too much time alone in his bedroom) seriously. (Access Hollywood)
Local Idol has work cut out for himself Feb 21, 2008
LIMA The show compared him to former teen idol Leif Garrett and Peter Frampton on the show Tuesday night. However, the judges of American Idol weren t so kind after his performance. (Lima News, OH)
All you need is love: The best love songs Feb 14, 2008
" As a matter of fact, I did that. First time around, at least. Oh well. "Layla," Derek ominos Maybe not necessarily one of MY favorite love songs, but you gotta admit that it must be pretty powerful and passionate if it helped Eric Clapton steal George Harrison's wife. Now that's a coup. Honorable Mentions: "Crazy on You," Heart; "God Only Knows," The Beach Boys; "Something," The Beatles; "I Believe (When I Fall in Love With You)," Stevie Wonder (or Peter Frampton); "Dreams," Van Halen (don't... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Overheard at the Grammys ... Feb 11, 2008
Peter Frampton after stumbling through his teleprompter script. I am so nervous. (MSNBC -- Music)
Backstage bits Feb 11, 2008
Peter Frampton is attending the music awards with his 12-year-old daughter Mia as his red-carpet date. I feel great about the music, though not about the music business. (USA Today -- Life)
Kanye, Winehouse, Obama Win Early Grammys Feb 11, 2008
The event, hosted by Patti Austin and Peter Frampton, started at Staples Center four hours before the televised Grammys began. For live blogging from the Grammy Red Carpet, visit Billboard's. (Billboard.com)
Eagles' 4th show Feb 9, 2008
Linny, you re showing your age Black Sabbath at the Civic Center in 73 with Peter Frampton as the warm-up $17. 50. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Tour guide to the history of genetics Feb 4, 2008
But the Peter Frampton album cover, with the bare chest and the 1977 version of the come hither gaze. "It's his 'I'm In You' album," Bianchi explains. (Boston Globe)
Embattled BCC director resigns: Decision reached after marathon Trust Authority executive session Jan 27, 2008
Unhappy wrote on Jan 25, 2008 11:45 AM:" Would you all like to know that Brady had a chance to book Peter Frampton in the BCC for the bargain price of only four thousand dollars? As soon as he got the offer he said yes and started making all the arrangements until Pat Smith (who was still part time) got wind of it and nixed the whole deal. OKC booked Frampton 20 minutes later and they made all the money off that show. (it was a fill date his people were looking for) The BCC trust backed Pat up... (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Springsteen To Headline Harleys Anniversary Bash Jan 22, 2008
Other performers at the four-day celebration include Daughtry, Los Lonely Boys, the Black Crowes, ZZ Top and Peter Frampton. The concerts are open to the public, but they must purchase Harley-Davidson anniversary tickets in addition to concert tickets. (KWTX.com, TX)
Harley-Davidson Continues Epic Ride With Once-in-a-Lifetime Concert Events Jan 22, 2008
Springsteen and Daughtry headline the entertainment line-up for Harley-Davidson's 105th Anniversary, with additional acts including Los Lonely Boys, Black Crowes, ZZ Top, Peter Frampton and Buddy Guy ... The Black Crowes Black Rebel Motorcycle Club Blind Melon Blue Oyster Cult Buddy Guy Cameo The Crave Daughtry Dierks Bentley Dr. John Gary Allan Foghat Peter Frampton Joan Jett and the Blackhearts Los Lonely Boys Puddle of Mudd War ZZ Top. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Business is sweet Dec 7, 2007
Bob Heil, the prolific inventor of sound technology based in Fairview Heights, recently received a 2007 Parnelli award, considered the Grammy of the sound industry, for his 40 years of work with musicians such as The Who, Joe Walsh, Peter Frampton and Jeff Beck. Heil said his company, Heil Sound Ltd., had revenue "well above" $2 million in 2006. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Unsung Heroes Honored at Musicians Hall of Fame Induction Nov 29, 2007
Garth Brooks, Vince Gill, Peter Frampton and George Jones Help Honor Studio Greats ... Garth Brooks and Vince Gill got to be Elvis, Peter Frampton assumed the role of Stevie Wonder, and George Jones was. (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
Stars honor bands that helped make hits Nov 28, 2007
But on Monday, artists including Garth Brooks, Vince Gill, Peter Frampton, Amy Grant and Roger McGuinn paid tribute to some of the musicians who played behind the big names, as the Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum honored its first class of inductees. "These are the players who've been making music for America for many years," said Harold Bradley, a guitarist for The Nashville A-Team, an inductee that has played for Cline and Brenda Lee. (FOX 11, AZ)
Rocker's wife opens dance academy Nov 11, 2007
Cooper's background in dance includes years of studies with industry masters, she said, along with appearances in several music videos for bands such as Aerosmith, Peter Frampton and the Bee Gees. "I'm preparing students to perform, but I turn out the professional dancer as well as the social dancer," Cooper said. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Wildfires Disrupt SoCal Concert Biz Oct 25, 2007
At Live Nation-owned House of Blues San Diego, shows by the Pack (today) and Peter Frampton (Oct. 26) have been canceled or postponed, while a Chevelle (today) concert at SOMA has been canceled. (Billboard.com)
D'Addario & Company, Inc., Leading Manufacturer & Distributor of Music Instrument Accessories, Overhauls Company to Keep Manufacturing in the U.S. Oct 23, 2007
" The D'Addario Story:Manufacturers 87% (industry standard is 50%) of products stateside and enjoys #1 market share in guitar strings, woodwind reeds and guitar accessories making all types of percussion heads and bowed instrument strings with products enjoyed by performing artists globally; some of which include Sheryl Crow, Bruce Springsteen, Rolling Stones, Joe Satriani, Peter Frampton, John Scofield Band, Linkin Park, System of the Down, and Metropolitan Opera & Paris Conservatory... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
REO Speedwagon is gonna keep on lovin' rock 'n' roll Oct 19, 2007
And really, we have Peter Frampton to thank, because Frampton Comes Alive paved the way for live albums being played on radio. Q: Finally, you have a very famous connection through the bands Web site. (Pensacola News Journal)
Peter Fonda auctions memorabilia from 'Easy Rider' film Oct 13, 2007
Aside from items offered by the 67-year-old Fonda, the auction included memorabilia related to Peter Frampton, Elvis Presley and Abbott and Costello. Madison Daily Leader 2007. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Emmy(R) Award-Winner Tony Bennett Performs with his Band and Sits Down with Stephen Colbert on 'The Colbert Report' Wednesday, September 26 at 11:30 P.M. ET/PT Sep 25, 2007
Tony Bennett's performance marks the first time a full band has appeared on "The Colbert Report." Other musicians who have performed on the show include Peter Frampton, Chris Funk (The Decemberists), Toby Keith, Barry Manilow and Willie Nelson. Repeat episodes air Monday-Thursday at 1:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 4:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. and Friday at 8:30 a.m., 4:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. (all times ET/PT). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
TOMMY Z TAKES MUSIC AROUND THE WORLD Sep 23, 2007
In his career, Tommy Z has opened up for acts like B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Blues Traveler, and Peter Frampton. He has played before crowds of 50,000 at Rich Stadium and the Buffalo Bike Blast. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
Rewind: 'Across The Universe' Evokes The Worst Beatles-Related Movie Ever — 'Sgt. Pepper' Sep 19, 2007
It's hard to make a movie worse than this 1978 Bee Gees/Peter Frampton vehicle ... Maybe the idea of putting '70s chart-toppers Peter Frampton and the Bee Gees in front of the camera to bring Beatles songs to life wasn't so horrible. (VHI.com -- Music News)
MSU to hold open house for Mississippi's first ‘language house' Sep 9, 2007
In England she worked with The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and recorded an album with Peter Frampton. Her latest CD ississippi Rolling Stone won Album of the Year 2006 at the Lys Blues Awards in Canada where Nanette was chosen Female Blues Singer of the Year. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Rock of ages Aug 27, 2007
Another area casino, Harrah's Rincon, has upcoming shows by INXS, The Doobie Brothers and Peter Frampton. In Alpine, this year's Viejas Concerts in the Park series has featured such Viejas favorites as ZZ Top, The B-52's and Chicago. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Country fare Aug 24, 2007
Recently in the news for: After writing the theme song for "The Colbert Report," guitarist Rick Nielsen took part in the show's buzzed-about shred off with Peter Frampton and The Decemberists. Cost: $28-$38. (Anchorage Daily News)
Read on... Aug 23, 2007
Helmer of sports drama Resurrecting the Champ8/22/07 7:00pm Emmy-nommed supporting actor for 'Two and a Half Men'8/21/07 7:00pm Emmy-nominated helmer for "Heroes: Genesis" on NBC8/20/07 11:00pm Co-stars as Charlie in Showtimes Californication. "8/19/07 3:33pm Creator and executive producer of the Emmy-nominated comedy series "Entourage. (Variety)
Ringo gets by with a little help from his memories Aug 18, 2007
Harry Nilsson, Marc Bolan, Elton John, Bernie Taupin, Eric Clapton, Peter Frampton, Pete Drake, Billy Preston, Buck Owens they all had a hand in the record. Ringo says he has no idea why so many people liked to write for him and play with him. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Sony Creative Software Brings Legendary Talent within Reach Through New ``Drums From the Big Room: The Mixes'' Loop Library Aug 18, 2007
Opening for The Who at the tender age of 12, drummer Ferrone has performed on smash hits for The Bee Gees, Whitney Houston, Duran Duran, Paul Simon, Peter Frampton, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, and many other A-level artists. Producer/Engineer Greg Ladanyi has been nominated for 16 Grammy awards during the course of his career, and has worked with artists including Fleetwood Mac, Warren Zevon and Don Henley. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The Doobie Brothers and Peter Frampton in concert Aug 17, 2007
Listen to the Music of two of the 70s biggest hitmakers when the Doobie Brothers and Peter Frampton come alive on the stage of the Amphitheater at The Wharf. Tickets: $59. (Pensacola News Journal)
Rock legend Frampton comes alive as a real-life guitar hero Aug 15, 2007
Fame ne: Peter Frampton (Page 1 of 5) ... Fame & Fortune: Peter Frampton The musical genius behind the top-selling live album By Jay MacDonald, Bankrate ... The 1976 double-live set, recorded at San Francisco's Winterland by an angelic-looking British guitar player named Peter Frampton, sold a record 10 million copies and defined smooth pop-rock in the 1970s and beyond. (USA Today -- Money)
Hank keeps his specs appeal Aug 9, 2007
" The song was Here, There and Everywhere - regarded by John Lennon as the finest song McCartney wrote during their Beatles years. But at least Marvin has finally recorded an instrumental version as McCartney originally envisaged it. It's one of 15 tracks on his new album, Guitar Man - which includes the old Bread classic as the title track, George Harrison's While My Guitar Gently Weeps, Sting's Fields of Gold, James Blunt's You're Beautiful and Summer House, a new song co-written by his son... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Analysis: If A 'Green' TV Bomb Explodes, Will Anyone See It? Aug 9, 2007
In other words, if it's stars and bands and celebrities we glorify and emulate if they are role models as we insist then, in the words of Peter Frampton, "I want you/to show me the way/day after day." The Inconvenient Truth is that when it comes to global warming and conservation, we don't want to be inconvenienced. Michael Levine is the founder of the prominent PR firm LCO-Levine Communications Office based in Los Angeles http://www. (Newsmax)
Wenzel still rocks to past Aug 7, 2007
Wenzel's collection includes international stars such as the Beach Boys, John Fogerty, Jerry Lee Lewis, Fats Domino, Stevie Nicks, Peter Frampton, Bryan Adams, Heart, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Huey Lewis and the News. 38 Special and Honeymoon Suite, Loverboy, Santana and more. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
A Hard Place For Rock Aug 5, 2007
"Then Peter Frampton came out. With just an acoustic guitar. And he was drunk. By the time he finished his set, there may have been 13,000 people left.". Not much a trained sound mixer, good amphitheater or warm blanket could have done about that. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Chris Cornell carries on coolly as a solo act Jul 31, 2007
Earlier this year Peter Frampton said it was because he "loved" Cornell's work in Audioslave (2001-2007) and Soundgarden (1984-1997) that he recorded an instrumental version of Black Hole Sun. The track earned the veteran rocker a 2006 Grammy nomination. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Staying power - Music festivals like Rock n' Resort give bands new outlet for fans young and old Jul 27, 2007
Colbert also included Nielsen alongside Henry Kissinger, New York Gov.-Elect Eliot Spitzer, Peter Frampton and Morley Safer of 60 Minutes in an episode of Comedy Central's The Colbert Report that featured Rock 'n' Awe: Countdown to Guitarmageddon, a faux rock-off with brainy hipster band the Decemberists. For Rock n' Resort, the band will play the usual gaggle of hits but also strong material from its well-received 2006 album, Rockford, released on its own Cheap Trick Unlimited label and... (Akron Beacon Journal, OH -- Entertainment)
18 facts about America's longest-running sitcom Jul 26, 2007
Among the notables have been three Beatles (Ringo, Paul and George), Michael Jackson, Aerosmith, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Ramones, James Brown, Peter Frampton, Smashing Pumpkins, Sonic Youth, Hank Williams Jr., U2, Elton John, The B-52's, Britney Spears, The Who, R.E.M., 'N Sync, Mick and Keith, Elvis Costello, Little Richard and Blink 182. 12. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
A day at The Wharf Jul 22, 2007
The Doobie Brothers and Peter Frampton, 7 p.m. Aug. 17. Tickets: $18 to $56. (Pensacola News Journal)
Kravis announces 2007-2008 schedule Jul 19, 2007
Joe Bonamassa (Gosman Amphitheatre, Nov. 30 at 7 p.m., $15): He's probably the best guitarist you've never heard of unless you're a reader of "Guitar Player" magazine (he was named best blues guitarist for 2007) or you've seen him open for the likes of Peter Frampton. Hotel California: A Salute to the Eagles (Dreyfoos Hall, Dec. 11 at 8 p.m., $15 to $70): So maybe the Kravis couldn't afford to book Don Henley, Glenn Frey and company. (The Palm Beach Post)
Lansing rocks out Jul 10, 2007
Dickey Betts & Great Southern kicked it off on the Capital City Airport West Main Stage and were followed by '70s guitar god Peter Frampton. Riley and fellow worker Patrick Amante left the frenzy of center stage to guard other parts of the lawn - each sectioned off with lines designating where seats were to be placed. (The State News, MI)
Too much Doobie Brothers? Jul 7, 2007
The rest was either disco,sappy soft-pop groups like Captin and Tenelle,the Cartpenters,etc,teen idol groups like the Osmonds,Leif Garrett,David Cassidy,etc,or a bunch of one hit wonders like Peter Frampton. By neal kelley. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
July 4 Chicago Northwest Jul 1, 2007
Peter Frampton concert at 8 pm. Fireworks at dusk. (Suite101.com)
Old Stars, New Music, New Money Jul 1, 2007
But anybody up for a new Peter Frampton disc ... " He also points to the decision earlier this year by British label Sanctuary Records, the home to many older rock artists, to sharply curtail its operations in the U.S.For the artists, creative motivations, rather than a need to storm the pop charts again, are the driving force. Many of them still generate good money from touring or royalties from the sale of their earlier recordings. Peter Frampton's manager Lisa Jenkins says the former Humble... (Forbes)
Old stars new music makes money for labels Jun 30, 2007
But anybody up for a new Peter Frampton disc. How about Styx. (MSNBC -- Business)
DI Arts Blog: Summerfest Jun 22, 2007
Example: Although Rusted Root, Peter Frampton, and John Mayer were playing at the same time, Nathan was pertinacious about seeing Spoon perform. YouTube Video of the Week: My Lipgloss be cool, my lipgloss be poppin. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Summer Festivals in Milwaukee WI Jun 21, 2007
Eddie Butts, The Goo Goo Dolls, the Black Crowes, Blue Oyster Cult, George Thorogood, Family Stone Experience, Wierd Al Yankovic, B.B. King, Asia, Peter Frampton, The New Cars, INXS, Lindsey Buckingham, Clay Walker, Randy Travis, Los Lonely Boys, Mint Condition, Keller Williams. Food vendors have booths set up throughout the grounds. (Suite101.com)
Rock Around Block starts Friday, June 22 Jun 20, 2007
The Gibbs Brothers have shared the bill with many headliners including: Peter Frampton, Cinderalla, Foreigner, Trapt, George Thorogood, Poison, Kansas and many others at several fairs, festivals, and bike rallies. Friday, July 27 Band: The Jaime Decker Band. (Washington Journal, IA)
