AUTUMN-ATIC MUST-SEE MUSIC Sep 5, 2008
Friday, September 05, 2008 Last Update: 10:20 AM EDT. By MAXINE SHEN and DAN AQUILANTE. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Korean Parents for Sale Sep 2, 2008
Randy Newman's "Korean Parents" satire ... Randy Newman's on-target race humor ... The latest entertainer to step into this spotlight is Randy Newman, whose new album, Harps and Angels, includes an uproarious song titled "Korean Parents.". (Slate)
The iTunes Primary: No Contest Aug 29, 2008
On Monday, I went to the New Orleans Jam-Balaya, where I saw Randy Newman, Terence Blanchard, the Meters and Allen Toussaint. And Tucker Carlson sounded very excited about the jam-band thing with Grateful Dead drummer Mickey Hart that he told me he was going to on Tuesday. (Time.com)
Michelle Uzendoski writes from Democratic Convention in Denver Aug 27, 2008
The highlight for me was being treated to a solo performance by Randy Newman. He sang one of my favorite songs -- Louisiana. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
John Edwards' Earlier Visit to Lover? Aug 26, 2008
" Comedian/actor/radio host Harry Shearer, one the good guys, tells me Clear Channel rejected putting up billboards for his new satire album, Songs of the Bushmen, in Chicago. Shearer had planned to put up about a half dozen of them to start. The comedy album s cover is a picture of George W. Bush, smiling, with a bone through his nose. The back cover is a photo composite of several Bush administration members standing round the Statue of Liberty in a boiling pot. Shearer, by the way, introduced... (Fox News)
Local delegate excited for her first convention Aug 26, 2008
The festivities continued and special guest Randy Newman helped us get over our mortification at not being invited to the Sheryl Crow concert at Red Rocks DNC members only. We walked back to the hotel full of crawfish jambalaya, the jazzy, bluesy sounds of New Orleans brass still echoing in our ears. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
The Political Party Aug 26, 2008
Hit up the Fillmore downtown for a night of New Orleans' finest (including Randy Newman, Henry Butler and Terrence Blanchard) or go west into the high country for a green-focused musical bash at. We answered nature's call. (USA Today -- Life)
KNBC's DNC Blog Aug 26, 2008
The evening brought the main event, music and food (in New Orleans, you can never have one without the other) at the Fillmore, with a fine selection of Crescent City artists (Terrence Blanchard, the Meters, Irma Thomas, Henry Butler) and allies (Marcia Ball, Randy Newman) ... Carville and I introduced Randy Newman and the Meters. (NBC4.tv, CA)
Louisiana musicians make their point loud and clear Aug 25, 2008
Just before Democratic Party Chairman Howard Dean spoke, Blanchard and Randy Newman rendered Newman's "Louisiana 1927," now a post-Katrina anthem. Blanchard relished the opportunity to participate in the convention. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Conventions up wattage with celebrity star power Aug 25, 2008
Musicians James Taylor, Dave Matthews, Randy Newman, Jakob Dylan, and Earth, Wind and Fire, are just a few of the big-name performers scheduled to appear. Comedians Jon Stewart, David Crosby and Bill Maher - known for their biting political humour - will be here, too. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Rhythm & Roots Festival: Let's play Ball Aug 23, 2008
Her aching rendition of Randy Newman s Louisiana 1927 was one of the most memorable highlights of the 2005 Rhythm & Roots Festival, performed in the midst of that terrible time, and she came back to do a solo set at a Lagniappe Productions fundraiser for the survivors of Katrina in November 2005. She still donates 3 of every purchase on her on-line store to NOLA relief. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Critics' Picks Aug 23, 2008
The idea was to match Thomas with piano accompaniment from the likes of Dr. John, Randy Newman and John Medeski, and the result is a bold, refreshing record that provides a respite from the noise and clutter of everyday life -- perfect for these last days of summer. -- Stephanie Zacharek. (Salon)
Survival of the wittiest Aug 22, 2008
Disarming smile Randy Newman has the ease of a stand-up comedian ... So why does singer-songwriter Randy Newman think the biggest joke is on him ... It's very hard to get rich and famous at a young age and handle it well," says Randy Newman, sitting by his hotel window, high above the sunlit bustle of the Strand in London. "I can't think of anyone who did. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
He's no angel Aug 19, 2008
Sure, Randy Newman is an Oscar-winning multimillionaire whose creative output has slowed to the point he's released just three regular albums in the past two decades ... He follows with "A Piece of the Pie," a song with jagged instrumentations and a kind of Greek chorus, and more attacks, these on Jackson Browne, Bono, John Mellencamp, and his favorite target, an aging composer named Randy Newman. (Boston Globe)
Newsweek: Randy Newman on his new album Aug 16, 2008
On his first studio album in nine years, Randy Newman is curmudgeonly, cranky and at his best ... 08/12/08: Randy Newman discusses his first studio album in nine years, "Harps and Angels," with Newsweek's Brian Braiker (Producer/Camera, Ira Spitzer; Editor, Jennifer Molina) ... The store we have chosen for this meeting is called Faust Harrison (a happy accident given that Newman adapted Goethe's morality play in 1995 as a musical called "Randy Newman's Faust"), and it is a premier restorer of... (MSNBC -- Music)
Democratic National Convention Aug 16, 2008
It will feature many of New Orleans best-known musicians, including Allen Toussaint, Randy Newman, Tab Benoit and Cyril Neville. Actor Harry Shearer and Democratic operative James Carville also will be on hand. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Eagles Of Death Metal Get Serious On New LP, Probably Thanks To Tattoo Artist Kat Von D Aug 15, 2008
"I fell in love with Hollywood, the city itself, in a Randy Newman sort of way. So I guess the album is about a variety of things: di-- swinging in Hollywood and acting tougher than you really might be.". Hughes said that, for the first time, he felt pressure heading into the recording process. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Irma keeps 'Grand' company Aug 12, 2008
The Soul Queen of New Orleans is accompanied by an all-star cast of pianists on her new album, "Simply Grand," including Dr. John, Randy Newman, and Norah Jones, but the only star on display is Thomas herself. "Simply Grand" gives Thomas room to unwind, and she makes the most of it. (Boston Globe)
Newman at his best on Harps and Angels’ Aug 10, 2008
Shown is the cover of Randy Newman s latest CD Harps and Angels. Randy Newman, Harps and Angels (Nonesuch) ... Randy Newman skewers the Supremes on his new album, and it s not Diana Ross he s singing about. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Robert Plant Did What? Aug 10, 2008
"I can't even remember the last time I had sex. Randy Newman is probably the guy who put it about more than anybody. He's got that look about him - that crazed look.". KEITH RICHARDS HAD A BLOOD TRANSFUSION. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Randy Newman, David Bowie have new CDs Aug 9, 2008
Randy Newmans shock-and-aw-shucks wit is so joyfully scathing at times on Harps and Angels that its hard to believe its been nine years since his last album of new material ... NEW YORK - Randy Newman, Harps and AngelsRandy Newmans shock-and-aw-shucks wit is so joyfully scathing at times on Harps and Angels that its hard to believe its been nine years since his last album of new material. (MSNBC -- Music)
Sugarland, Scars on Broadway have new CDs Aug 9, 2008
Randy Newman, David Bowie have new CDs. Add Album reviews headlines to your news reader. (MSNBC -- Music)
Pop music: Randy Newman's 'Harps and Angels' a superb effort Aug 8, 2008
PAMELA SPRINGSTEEN You'd think that Randy Newman, now 63 years old, might be beginning to mellow a little - not a chance ... The fact that Randy Newman works alone hasn't prevented him from achieving American popular music songwriting heights ... Randy Newman Harps and Angels Nonesuch. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Randy Newman's demon sings on 'Angels' Aug 7, 2008
Randy Newman's demon sings on 'Angels ... Never short on ideas: The latest from Randy Newman, at his home in Pacific Palisades, Calif ... By Edna Gundersen, USA TODAY Randy Newman realizes not everyone will appreciate the wicked humor on his Harps and Angels album, new this week. (USA Today -- Life)
MORE: Newman's busy side career Aug 7, 2008
Randy Newman may be rock 'n' roll's renaissance man - USATODAY.com ... Randy Newman may be rock 'n' roll's renaissance man ... Just heavenly: Harps and Angels, Randy Newman's first album of original songs since 1999, arrives in stores this week. (USA Today -- Life)
Friends of New Orleans Host Benefit Events at National Party Conventions Aug 6, 2008
Members of the original Meters will join together for a special reunion on August 24 in Denver, where funk drummer extraordinaire Zigaboo Modeliste, bass legend George Porter, Jr., and guitar master Leo Nocentelli will be joined by Allen Toussaint, three-time Grammy winner Terence Blanchard, pianist Henry Butler, Walter Wolfman Washington, Academy Award and multiple-Grammy winner Randy Newman and surprise guests. A special sneak preview of the Broadway-bound new musical, BROTHER RAY--... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Lionsgate Signs Grammy-Nominated(R) Pine Leaf Boys for Records and Publishing Aug 6, 2008
Other recent achievements include Marco Beltrami's Academy Award nominated score for the hit 3:10 TO YUMA, a prestigious line-up of artists such as Bob Dylan, Miles Davis and the Andrews Sisters on the Golden Globe winning and multiple Emmy-winning television drama "Mad Men," innovative main title covers from the likes of Linkin Park, Randy Newman and Elvis Costello on the television comedy hit "Weeds" and original end titles from Dr. Dre and The Flaming Lips on the latest Lionsgate features.... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Cozy and fierce at the same time Aug 5, 2008
Rossini called the songs he wrote in his later years "the sins of old age." I don't know how Randy Newman describes these songs ... Randy Newman performs at. (Globe and Mail)
New releases Aug 4, 2008
Pop: Randy Newman / Harps and Angels (Nonesuch)Pop: Conor Oberst / Conor Oberst (Merge)Country: Jimmy Sturr and His Orchestra / Let the Whole World Sing (Rounder)Noise: Greg Kelley / Self-Hate Index (Semata Productions)Hip-hop: Nappy Roots / The Humdinger (Nappy Roots Entertainment)Country: Heidi Newfield / What Am I Waiting For (Curb)Alt Country: Carrie Rodriguez / She Ain't Me (Manhattan)Folk: Rosalie Sorrels / Strangers in Another Country (Red House)Metal: Trapt / Only Through the Pain... (Boston Globe)
Dr. John's new album is his outlet for anger over Katrina Aug 4, 2008
By Edna Gundersen, USA TODAY NEW ORLEANS Burrowed in The Music Shed, an inconspicuous recording studio in the Garden District, Dr. John and Randy Newman are wrapping up a song for the upcoming animated movie The Princess and the Frog. "We've got another smash for Disney!" Newman, 64, bellows. (USA Today -- Life)
This Braves deadline day ain't the same Aug 1, 2008
I m sure Randy Newman has a tune that would cover Manny doing Manny. It gets very interesting for the Braves over the next few years. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Lyle Lovett tries to make each concert 'work as a live thing' Aug 1, 2008
His best songs suggested what might happen if such classic Texas troubadours as Townes Van Zandt and Willis Alan Ramsey were genetically fused with the acerbic wit of Randy Newman. There was little indication in Lovett's couplets, however, that he had earned college degrees in journalism and German. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Hot August Nights Jul 25, 2008
Another interesting facet of the band s music is the fact that nearly all of its hits were arrangements of material by other artists, such as Harry Nilssen, Laura Nyro and Randy Newman. Yet the band developed not only its own following, but a true voice of its own. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Bush team turnsto the dark side Jul 23, 2008
Who could have imagined that, as the candle burns down low on the most aggressively pro free-market US administration since at least the Great Depression, its attitudes towards financial markets regulation would make an abrupt, 180-degree shift, from slavish obsequiousness to the market's whim to something more akin to these sentiments expressed by pop singer Randy Newman in his 1977 song, Short People. Short people got no reason to live They got little hands, little eyes They walk around... (Asia Times Online)
Young & Sexy Jul 22, 2008
A Few Words In Defense of Our Country, Randy Newman, from Harps and Angels (forthcoming from Nonesuch, listen to them ). Newman looks at the American empire in the context of other grand dominions of the past, and finds it's not as bad as we thought, and even worse. (Globe and Mail)
Baylin burns with low-intensity fire Jul 14, 2008
As with the two compilations before it, volume three opens with a version of the show's theme song, "Little Boxes," this time flavorfully covered by a craggy-voiced Randy Newman. Other than Newman, cast member Kevin Nealon (who offers a banjo-backed ditty called "Just Like the Superdome") and the band Ween (which chips in an uproarious adrenaline release with an explicit name that can't be divulged here), the contributors to the compilation are relatively unknown. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
One woman's 'Plan B' for love Jul 13, 2008
I also love Johann Sebastian Bach, Ray Charles, Randy Newman, Stephen Sondheim, Johnny Cash and several Beatles. They all make me happy, and they all break my heart. (CNN)
Kung Fu Panda - the Sunday Times review Jul 6, 2008
You won t find original use of CGI effects, or those cutesy Randy Newman songs (thank heavens) that people love. But in terms of pure family fun and entertainment, Kung Fu Panda is one of the best animation films to appear for a long while. (Times Online)
Furcal setback tempers Kuroda's return Jul 2, 2008
The July 4th Fireworks Spectacular: A Ball at the Bowl with the L.A. Dodgers will feature the Los Angeles Philharmonic, conducted by Rob Fisher, and special guest Randy Newman. The concert will include performances of classic baseball music, a video montage of memorable Dodger moments, and the Hollywood Bowl's fireworks finale. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Rain Greets Start Of Glastonbury Jun 27, 2008
BEN FOLDS - Clever, funny Randy Newman vibes from a man who isn't afraid to hit his piano very hard. May help encorage the sun to come back out. (Sky News)
SFJazz festival: bassists to Big Easy Boogie Jun 27, 2008
They include Randy Newman, the sardonic songwriter, singer and pianist, playing solo at Davies Symphony Hall on Oct. 17; the chord-crashing iconoclast Cecil Taylor playing solo piano at Grace Cathedral on Oct. 24; bassist Charlie Haden's stirring Liberation Music Orchestra with pianist Carla Bley at Herbst Theatre on Nov. 2; the a cappella gospel singers Sweet Honey in the Rock at Davies on Oct. 4; and the smashing Cuban singer Issac Delgado and his monster dance orchestra at Bimbo's 365 Club on... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Escovedo, Avett Brothers highlight Arts Fest's final weekend Jun 23, 2008
Escovedo, a familiar face at the Arts Festival, has a deep past with punk and alt-country roots, and he's not afraid to flash his influences, whether it's Los Lobos, The Clash or even Randy Newman on some of those talk-sing parts. Through it all, though, there's an authenticity to his music, his lyrics and his joyful presence on the stage. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Dodgers fans can have a 'Ball' Jun 21, 2008
Special guest Randy Newman, a Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter and composer, will perform two of his hits, "I Love L.A." and "You've Got a Friend in Me," as well as his new song "Losing You." He will also conduct music from The Natural, which earned him an Academy Award nomination. Tickets range from $10-$114 and are on sale at www. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Lionsgate Signs Distribution Deal With Narnack Records Jun 19, 2008
Other recent achievements include Marco Beltrami's Academy Award nominated score for the hit 3:10 TO YUMA, a prestigious line-up of artists such as Bob Dylan, Miles Davis and the Andrews Sisters on the Golden Globe-winning television drama MAD MEN, innovative main title covers from the likes of Linkin Park, Randy Newman and Elvis Costello on the television comedy hit WEEDS and original end titles from Dr. Dre and The Flaming Lips on the latest Lionsgate feature films. Lionsgate Music is an... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Broadway's big voices have hopes for recording careers Jun 9, 2008
On her 2003 debut, Blue Like That, Errico saluted Joni Mitchell, Rickie Lee Jones and Randy Newman, an early champion of Errico's pure, soulful singing. Lullabies was inspired by Errico's daughter, Victoria, now 2, and her work with Bowery Babes, a mothers' support network she founded in downtown Manhattan. (USA Today)
Album Review Jun 8, 2008
It's hard to say if Rivers Cuomo's gone all Randy Newman here, playing despicable creeps for a sinister laugh, or if this third self-titled album is a deeply troubled cry for help from what appears to be the onset of an ugly midlife crisis ... It'd take, well, Randy Newman. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Three decades later, Tom Petty still has it Jun 4, 2008
He's a great songwriter and has been since the beginning of his career, Randy Newman once said of Petty. He's remained consistent. (Globe and Mail)
Movies that make a man cry May 31, 2008
But I think it s Randy Newman s astounding music as Hobbs rounds the bases in slow motion that seals the deal. 10. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Short on Love May 26, 2008
And, after all, it was Randy Newman who wrote and recorded the disparaging though comical ditty "Short People.". But with regard to romantic relationships, encouraging its demise seems a noble cause. (Boston Globe)
'Time' is now for 'American Idol' Songwriter winner May 21, 2008
Influenced by Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Don Henley, Merle Haggard, Randy Newman and the Gershwins, he switched to piano and enjoyed some success writing and recording. On Thursday, his gospel/country Starlight EP hits iTunes. (USA Today)
Toy Story Mania Ride Review May 17, 2008
Toy Story Mania provides plenty of colorful action to watch, a cacophony of noises associated with the games, musical variations of Randy Newman s song You ve Got a Friend in Me, plus 4-D action (such as puffs of air and mists of water). The trick to achieving high scores in the midway games, however, is ignoring all the visual and aura stimulation and focusing entirely on launching as many virtual projectiles as possible. (Suite101.com)
New Orleans Jazz festival, a celebration of local memory May 8, 2008
As Randy Newman performed his song about an earlier flood, "Louisiana 1927," he drew a heartfelt sing-along on the chorus: "Louisiana, they're trying to wash us away." Another New Orleans trumpeter, Kermit Ruffins, doing his version of the optimistic "O-o-h Child," rapped about growing up in the devastated Lower 9th Ward, and urged, "Clean up this mess," while the Dirty Dozen Brass Band added a few words about Katrina to Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On.". Multimedia. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Aaron Neville back at Jazz Fest May 4, 2008
It stood cheering so long after Aaron Neville finished that he came back to sing "Amazing Grace." When they still wouldn't let him go, Neville defied the festival's notoriously strict timetable and returned to sing "Louisiana 1927" - the Randy Newman song about the flood of 1927. Copyright 2008 The Associated Press. (KSLA.com, LA)
Live from Jazz Fest: Local musicians share spotlight May 3, 2008
Dozens of local musicians like Vincent, whose New Orleans home was destroyed during Katrina, shared the fairgrounds Thursday with big-ticket acts like Widespread Panic and singer/songwriter Randy Newman ... Randy Newman, well-known songwriter and pianist, played for several thousand spectators at one of the main stages. (USA Today -- Life)
Randy Newman Returns With First Album In Nine Years May 3, 2008
Katie Hasty, N.Y. Randy Newman is set to release his first album of new material in nine years ... Newman's 2003 hits collection, "The Randy Newman Songbook: Vol. 1," was the singer/songwriter's last release and first for Nonesuch. (Billboard.com)
'Louisiana 1927': A Randy Newman song that won't wash away May 2, 2008
Louisiana 1927': A Randy Newman song that won't wash away - International Herald Tribune. Randy Newman performing in 2005 at a post-Katrina benefit in Los Angeles ... Louisiana 1927': A Randy Newman song that won't wash away. (International Herald Tribune)
Big stars won't outshine New Orleans talent at Jazz Fest Apr 23, 2008
Loaded with the added ammo of Diana Krall, The Raconteurs, Randy Newman and Al Green, the bill thrills plenty of visitors and locals, but it barely registers in the minds or itineraries of the hordes who regularly head for Jazz Fest's humble triumvirate, the tents for jazz, blues and gospel. MORE. (USA Today -- Life)
Coming attractions: Angela Bassett lands a 'B.I.G.' role Apr 18, 2008
Still, a few better-known artists (Ween, the Dresden Dolls and series star Kevin Nealon) are represented, not to mention this season's designated singer of Malvina Reynolds' folk-standard theme song, Little Boxes: Randy Newman. "His version is predictably amazing," says Noxon. (USA Today -- Life)
Film reviews: Leatherheads, [Rec], The 39 Steps and more Apr 11, 2008
Randy Newman gives us a buoyant jazz score and a droll cameo at a speakeasy, bashing someone over the head with a whisky bottle and tinkling on. I kept wanting to like Leatherheads, despite the script, despite an over-eager Clooney, despite everything - but "despite Ren;e Zellweger" was one despite too far. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Nashville troubadour strums for environment Apr 11, 2008
" The troubadour, who has been compared to Bruce Springsteen and Randy Newman by Billboard, will be playing at Little Kings tonight with local Americana outfit Catawba, with $2 from the admission to be donated to the Upper Oconee Watershed Network. The benefit, conceived by Black and his booking agent, David Wells, is a reflection of the singer's interest in philanthropy and the environment, says Wells. The cost of admission also enters attendees in a raffle for rain barrels, hot commodities in... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Disney, Pixar's Future Apr 10, 2008
It's a traditionally animated film set in New Orleans, complete with frogs, voodoo, a singing alligator, and songs by Randy Newman. The titular princess, voiced by Anika Noni Rose, will join Disney's popular princess brand. (IGN FilmForce)
Disney unveils animation slate Apr 9, 2008
Stills were shown, and star Anika Noni Rose performed a song live, as did Randy Newman and his eight-piece New Orleans combo. Disney's long-in-development CG version of "Rapunzel" finally has a release date: Christmas 2010. (Variety)
'Dew' drops into London Apr 6, 2008
All the material, from Randy Newman to Stephen Sondheim, has been specifically arranged not just for Friedman but also for a remarkably versatile 11-piece band. In Kate Bush's "The Man With the Child in His Eyes," Caroline Humphris' arrangement floats Friedman's voice in magical suspension against rippling piano ostinato and ethereal woodwind. (Variety)
Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre Debuts in San Diego Apr 5, 2008
The new name of the amphitheatre was officially announced today by Randy Newman, Area General Manager for Cricket Wireless, San Diego and Nick Masters, President for Live Nation, Southern California. Cricket Wireless is delighted with this unique opportunity to expand and showcase our presence in San Diego, said Randy Newman, Area General Manager for Cricket Communications, Inc. We look forward to sharing all the exciting performances at Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre with the thousands of... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Charm Offensive Apr 3, 2008
Clooney s producing partner, Grant Heslov, plays a radio broadcaster, and the amazing Randy Newman, who wrote the movie s wonderful New Orleans jazz-based score, has a cameo as a piano player. Scott Weiland remember him. (Fox News)
