Late innings have been woeful May 15, 2008
CAN T WIN by Richard Thompson ... That s my personal favorite Richard Thompson record. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Singer savors 'sweet sounds' May 11, 2008
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Get down with the kids ... May 10, 2008
Featuring: Pentangle, Super Furry Animals, Richard Thompson, Spiritualized, Laura Marling. Established six years ago by musicians/partners Jo Bartlett and Danny Hagen, who had fled stinky old London for a better life and to have children, the Green Man is the fieldmouse that roared: a bespoke event that has grown into a must-play for many a folk-leaning and backwoods-loving artist. (Guardian Unlimited)
The second time around May 4, 2008
The Thompsons - It's the Wainwright story all over again: veteran British folky Richard Thompson left his wife, Linda, in the early '80s after a series of wonderful duo albums. Two of their children, Teddy and Kamila, subsequently grew into accomplished performers with father issues. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Public Radio Highlights May 4, 2008
John Floridis hosts Richard Thompson. 4 p.m. The Pea Green Boat with Annie Garde a show for children of all ages. (Montana Standard, MT)
This Day in History Apr 3, 2008
Singer Richard Thompson is 59. Rock musician Mick Mars (Motley Crue) is 52. (Montana Standard, MT)
Paper vows to investigate validity of documents... Mar 27, 2008
May I suggest Read THE RACE CARD by Richard Thompson Ford newly published. Obama is the antithesis of the persons named in the first paragraph whom I expect to vote for with much expectation, enthusiasm and hope in November. (The Drudge Report)
Police Call Church Music 'Disorderly' Mar 27, 2008
But "praise and worship" music is a form of religious expression, said Richard Thompson, president of the Thomas More Law Center, a public interest Christian law firm representing the church. "This is subterfuge to try to interfere with religious exercise that Faith Baptist Church has," Thompson told Cybercast News Service. (CNSnews.com)
Doggone Dogs Mar 15, 2008
Realty Times - Real Estate News and Advice. Real Estate News and Advice. (RealtyTimes)
Guitartown gala kicks off SXSW Mar 15, 2008
Tom Freund, with the renowned drummer, Michael Jerome (Richard Thompson), displayed his songwriting skills and offered a couple of new tunes from his soon to be released CD produced by Ben Harper. Shawn Mullins, from Atlanta, performed solo and offered four mostly infectious, melodic tunes mixed with a two politically charged tunes. (Variety)
In levity, plenty of political points Mar 10, 2008
But because of the inspirational image Obama tries to project - a leader in the tradition of the Rev. Martin Luther King who transcends both racial politics and politics-as-usual - there are limits to how self-deprecating he can be, said Richard Thompson Ford, a professor at Stanford Law School and the author of the book "The Race Card.". "As a charismatic leader," Ford said, "one can't afford to do things that undermine one's charisma.". (Boston Globe)
Judge won't dismiss charges against Haditha commander Mar 6, 2008
Richard Thompson, chief counsel of the Christian-based Thomas More Law Center of Ann Arbor, Mich. which is representing Chessani, said the pretrial rulings against Chessani and the prosecution itself "stink to high heaven.". (North County Times)
5 Arrested In Riot At Evergreen State College Mar 6, 2008
The suspects -- three men and two women -- range in age from 18 to 23, officials told KIRO 7 Eyewitness News reporter Richard Thompson. Arrested were Jake Silverman, 19, Peter Sloan, 18, Monica Ragan, 18, Nina Hinton, 19, and Chase Hill, 23. (KIRO TV, WA)
Opinion: Stop playing the race card Mar 6, 2008
Opinion Editor Josh Burek speaks with Richard Thompson Ford, author of "The Race Card: How Bluffing About Bias Makes Race Relations Worse.". Stanford, Calif. (Christian Science Monitor)
Susan Duvenhage, CEO, Adventure Science Feb 28, 2008
4 million No. of employees: 35 full-time; 12 part-time Most recently read book: "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson Favorite music artist: Keith Urban, Richard Thompson, Vince Gill, Old 97s, Paolo Nutini, Mark Knopfler, Hal Ketchum, Bruce Springsteen, Soweto Gospel Choir, The Beatles. I could go on. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Church Columnists: Feb. 13, 2008 Feb 13, 2008
Richard Thompson will be having surgery on his shoulder soon. Please help us pray for all of these that they will be well soon. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Post a comment Feb 7, 2008
Posted by: Richard Thompson, Yongin, Gyeonggi-do, So. Korea 06 February 2008. (International Herald Tribune)
Swapping Songs With 3 Girls and Their Buddy Jan 24, 2008
The group offered a few more originals, like Griffin's "Chief" and Harris' "The Pearl," as well as covers like Miller's "Keep Your Distance" (by Richard Thompson) and Colvin's "It Makes No Difference" (by The Band). You can tell these folks are friends by the easygoing stage banter, occasional off-color jokes and utmost respect they offer when the other person is playing. (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
The Race Card Jan 22, 2008
- By Richard Thompson Ford - Slate Magazine ... Richard Thompson Fordposted Jan. 20, 2008 ... politicsentriesfrom: Richard Thompson Ford. (Slate)
O'Brien on the Big Three Dec 29, 2007
A MAN IN NEED by Richard Thompson. I packed my rags, went down the hill. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Varga on music Dec 24, 2007
Richard Thompson, March 12, Belly Up Tavern. 3. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
ASU's Thompson leaving mark Dec 22, 2007
Richard Thompson fights off some tears talking about his youngest son. A renowned track coach who's worked with such elite sprinters as Dwayne Evans, Calvin Smith and Harvey Glance, Richard Thompson said nothing matches countless days spent at ASU practices watching Tyrice evolve into a contributor ... Richard Thompson said: "When Koetter first told us he had a scholarship for him and once I shook Koetter's hand, I told him this, 'You have no idea what kind of contribution you've made to our... (AZCentral -- Sports)
10 best albums of 2007 Dec 21, 2007
4Sweet Warrior, Richard Thompson - This treasure of the British folk and rock scene (and one of the world's best guitarists) released one of his strongest albums in years. It's full of tales of dangerous women, struggling men and adventurous travelers. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
More of this story Dec 15, 2007
The Blind Boys' longevity has allowed them to work with artists including Chrissie Hynde, Richard Thompson, Aaron Neville and Mavis Staples. They have also covered popular songs by such luminaries as Tom Waits, the Rolling Stones, Stevie Wonder, Ben Harper and George Clinton. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Tyra Banks is fat, former Model judge says Dec 11, 2007
Ellen cant stay away from straysJust when we were beginning to forget about Ellen DeGeneres ill-fated foray into the murky world of puppy adoption and animal shelters, news has broken that the talk-show host is teaming up with former Meow Mix owner Richard Thompson to rebuild animal shelters across the United States. DeGeneres had Thompson on her show to discuss the first project, which is currently underway, in Monkey Run, Ark. (MSNBC)
Live city sounds Nov 29, 2007
At her most recent show, the Salem native performed her own melodic originals and songs that ranged from Loudon Wainwright III to Richard Thompson for an attentive crowd; guest guitarist David Fischer joined in for a few numbers. Lord's a cappella version of Steve Goodman's "The Ballad of Penny Evans," written from the perspective of a Vietnam War widow, quieted the bar to a hush with its chorus "Now they say the war is over, but I think it's just begun." 21-plus. (Boston Globe)
Internationally acclaimed singer Debra Cowan to perform in Lodi Nov 10, 2007
Last year, Cowan was also included in the Free-Reed Records box set, "RT-The Life and Times of Richard Thompson" with her version of Thompson's "Has He Got a Friend For Me?". Pete Krengel, who has been instrumental in bringing acts to St. John's, first saw Cowan at a festival in Oregon. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Do we really need a YouTube Canada? Nov 7, 2007
Richard Thompson from Winnipeg, Canada writes: I think the communal quality of Youtube will weaken if the site is customized for each country. I also think it's ridiculous that videos from all around the globe won't necessarily be available from every country. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Russell 'very emotional' Nov 1, 2007
" It also emerged that Russell delayed his surgery so he could see his daughters and hug them before the operation. It is unclear how the surgery, which was performed through his mouth, will affect his singing voice. Russell's manager, Richard Thompson, said: "He's just done the best work he's ever done and he's just been given a second chance. Whatever comes now is a bonus. (Manchester Evening News)
Russell Watson was operated on via mouth Oct 31, 2007
The singer s manager Richard Thompson said: "There was some concern because when he came out of theatre he was having trouble speaking, but he's speaking normally now. "It is a worry, but we don't know how much of a worry. When he had the operation a year ago we didn't want to go through the mouth for obvious reasons, but there was no option this time. (Times Online)
Russell Watson in 'good spirits' Oct 28, 2007
"Russell's condition remains serious but stable," added Richard Thompson. Watson, 40, is being treated at the private Alexandra Hospital in Cheadle. (BBC News -- UK)
Watson cracking jokes Oct 27, 2007
" It is not known how long the singer will have to stay in hospital. When he was first admitted he was categorised a level three patient - which meant he was fighting for life. He has since been downgraded to level two, as his condition has improved to serious but stable. Bosses have revealed that Russell has been able to eat small amounts of food but declined to comment on whether he was being drip-fed. The tenor underwent surgery last year after being struck down by a similar condition in... (Manchester Evening News)
Russell Watson 'recovering well' Oct 27, 2007
Richard ThompsonRussell Watson's manager ... The tenor has two daughters, aged seven and 12, and Watson's manager, Richard Thompson, said a visit by the children to their father had been "the highlight of his day". (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Watson 'critical' after surgery Oct 26, 2007
" Mr Baxendale thanked Watson's fans for their "overwhelming support" for the singer. Watson, who used to be a factory worker before he turned to singing, has sold more than four million albums worldwide. The tenor has two daughters, aged seven and 12. A message on Watson's official website confirmed "with much sadness" that the star was "in a critical condition". "All our hopes, prayers and wishes are with him," it added. 'Worried sick' Watson's manager Richard Thompson said: "Our thoughts are... (BBC News -- UK)
Watson In Critical Condition With Brain Tumor Oct 26, 2007
"He will be having emergency surgery to remove a new tumor that has only made itself known in the last 48 hours," his manager Richard Thompson said. "This is a new tumor and a far more aggressive tumor than the one before.". (Billboard.com)
Richard Thompson Oct 24, 2007
Variety: Digital Editions. Daily VarietyWithout the smudgy fingers. (Variety)
Stacey Earle and Mark Stuart at Coffeehouse Sep 20, 2007
The duo continues to play around the country at various size festivals, workshops, theatres and clubs and have opened for bands such as Joan Baez, Willie Nelson, Ralph Stanley and Richard Thompson. About a recent CD issuance by the duo, one commentator had quote, With modern country stars shilling glitz and patriotism, Earle and husband Mark Stuart create the kind of smart, intimate, lived-in version of Americana that s an endangered pleasure these days. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
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Revered singer-songwriters Rufus Wainwright, Patty Griffin, Badly Drawn Boy and Richard Thompson ("duetting" with son and rising star Teddy Thompson). Enduring classics from the late, great Jeff Buckley, and Grammy-nominated prodigy Imogen Heap. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
EIGHT DAYS A WEEK CONCERT & EVENT LISTINGS Sep 7, 2007
the richard thompson band Acclaimed guitarist and songwriter and original member of British folk group Fairport Convention. Sept. 12 at Commodore, 8 pm. (Vancouver Westender)
Inside Damien Hirst's factory Aug 31, 2007
Upstairs in the inner sanctum of the White Cube Gallery, in an area reserved for serious buyers away from the prying eyes of the public, I ask a question that sales assistant Richard Thompson finds uncomfortable: did Damien Hirst do anything on this painting except sign it. "Well, er, Damien had a huge amount of input," he says cagily. (This is London)
Peter Case rocks into Athens Aug 30, 2007
Your Connection to the. This is a solo record, not a set of guitar demos. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Upfront & Down Low Aug 27, 2007
"The Everly Brothers was the first music I heard: [father Richard Thompson] had a tape in the car which we wore out because we kept making him play it. "It was the first music I heard that really pricked up my ears and made a lot of sense to me instantly. It still has a very particular place in my heart. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Survivor's tale Aug 17, 2007
Owen enjoys a cultish fan base and a telling assortment of admiring peers: Cassandra Wilson, Richard Thompson, Keb' Mo, Ian Shaw, and Julia Fordham appear on her albums. So does actor (and bass player) Harry Shearer, but he doesn't really count: He's Owen's husband. (Boston Globe)
Haven't you heard these cover songs before? Aug 15, 2007
Shindell does amazing things with Peter Gabriel's Mercy Street and The Band's Acadian Driftwood, but some of his most insightful performances come with older or lesser-known material, including Argentine folk rocker Leon Gieco's Solo le Pido a Dios (I Only Ask of God) and Scottish singer Harry Robertson's The Humpback Whale, with Richard Thompson on guitar. Knockout knockoffs: Bruce Springsteen's Born in the USA, the Carter Family's The Storms Are on the Ocean. (USA Today -- Life)
World-class acts to arrive on Dartmouth campus this fall Aug 11, 2007
Also stopping through that term are British folk-rocker Richard Thompson, piano/banjo duo Chick Corea and Bela Fleck and jazz pianist Jason Moran with his quartet the Bandwagon. Spring brings the Omar Sosa Afreecanos Quartet, who fuse Afro-Cuban music and Latin jazz using traditional African instruments. (U-Wire.com)
'There was a manic feeling in the air' Aug 5, 2007
With any music from before the recording era, you have to bring it to life," says Richard Thompson. "But it's amazing how many traditional songs come alive ... "Fairport, needless to say, carried on, surviving Richard Thompson's exit in early 1971, tumbling through a seemingly endless number of lineups, and amassing a catalogue that currently stands at 27 albums. In terms of impact and influence, however, no record in their catalogue comes near Liege and Lief. By way of confirming its... (Guardian Unlimited)
Forty years and counting: the festival that's a band that's a national treasure Aug 5, 2007
The band were subsequently spotted by London-based American producer Joe Boyd, who was 'especially taken' by the guitar playing of one Richard Thompson - 'something very, very special ... In May 1969 came the first cruel bolt from nowhere: Fairport's minibus crashed on the M1; drummer Martin Lamble and Richard Thompson's girlfriend Jeannie Franklin were killed, the rest of the band were injured ... British folk rock is a small world,' says Richard Thompson, 'and whoever leaves Fairport cannot... (Guardian Unlimited)
Music Listings Jul 20, 2007
Richard Thompson Band Legendary folk music poet from England returns with full band and an acclaimed new album Sweet Warrior. Commodore Ballroom, Sept. 12, 9 pm, $25, 604-280-4444 and at Highlife. (Vancouver Sun)
Thompson teaches folk-rock master class Jul 2, 2007
Richard Thompson had just finished playing "Hard On Me" when a man in the audience at Berklee on Saturday shouted "Hey! Can you do that again?" What a silly thing to say -- except not a few concertgoers, including yours truly, would have been perfectly happy to hear those very chord changes, and the dazzling guitar work, and the song's searing poetry one more time ... No Richard Thompson review is complete without noting the criminally cultish size of his fan base. (Boston Globe)
Live-music dos and don'ts (85) Jun 30, 2007
richard thompson; always plays relatively small venues, great live presence, good entertainer, never a sloppy musician. 2. (Salon)
Picks of the week Jun 29, 2007
Tomorrow: Richard Thompson performs at Berklee Performance Center; Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes and Little Feat play the Hampton Beach Casino; Poison is at the Tweeter Center with Ratt and Vains of Jenna; Rick Springfield and Eddie Money are on a double bill at the Bank of America Pavilion; Antigone Rising is at the Paradise, with Mieka Pauley. Jazz picks. (Boston Globe)
Weekend Guide Jun 21, 2007
RICHARD THOMPSON BAND: Byham Theater, Wed. 8 p.m. $30-$39. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival 2007 Jun 19, 2007
Bands: The Police; Tool; Widespread Panic; Kings of Leon; the Roots; White Stripes; Ben Harper nnocent Criminals; Wilco; Flaming Lips; Manu Chao Radio Bemba Sound System; String Cheese Incident; Franz Ferdinand; Ornette Coleman; Bob Weir g; Damien Rice; Ween; Gov't Mule; Ziggy Marley; the Decemberists; Michael Franti and Spearhead; Wolfmother; Regina Spektor; Black Keys; Galactic; DJ Shadow; Gillian Welch; Spoon; Keller Williams (WMD's); Sasha Digweed; STS9; Old Crow Medicine Show; North... (Variety)
NEW! The Set List Jun 19, 2007
Led Zep's John Paul Jones finds plenty of musicians to jam with; Ornette Coleman is felled by heat stroke; and Wilco, Richard Thompson and Warren Haynes turn in spirited performances. Rich Nieciecki endures the heat and dust to wrap up from Manchester, Tenn. (Variety)
Get inside Bonnaroo with on-site insights Jun 18, 2007
Listen Up - Category Archives - USATODAY.com. Other USA TODAY blogs. (USA Today -- Life)
Nightlife Calendar Jun 18, 2007
Concerts at Nightclub 9:30: Buzzlife Presents Paul Van Dyk with Will Delphi, 9 p.m. doors today, 35, 40/at door; The Speaks with Bob, Revel, Of Broken, 8 p.m. doors Friday, 12; Washington Social Club Bigger Than Your Boyfriend CD Release Show with The Dance Party, Saturday, 12; The National with Shapes and Sizes emonic, Wednesday, 14; An Evening With The Richard Thompson Band, 8 p.m. doors June 22, 35; Rooney with The Rewinds and Lemonface, 8 p.m. doors, June 23, 15; Emergenza Finals 5:30 p.m.... (Carroll County Times, MD)
A Southern Soul Stroll Jun 15, 2007
THURSDAY free: Singer, guitarist and legendary Brit folk-rocker Richard Thompson brings a band to Celebrate Brooklyn. at the Prospect Park Bandshell (celebratebrooklyn. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
HISTORIC WEST BAPTIST CHURCH ORGAN SLATED FOR REPAIRS Jun 9, 2007
Mass cathedral chimes were installed as a memorial to soldiers from the church who had died in the two world wars and the Korean War: Neil Wheeler, Richard W. Desens, Charles R. Bareham, Walter Craley, David C. Johnson and Richard Thompson. Searor says the quality of the original organ means that it could be brought back to its full, glorious sound. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
He passed on the rights to ABBA's songs Jun 8, 2007
"Looking back, I realize [in the 1960s and early 1970s] I was more successful with well-behaved, well-educated middle-class kids," like the members of the Fairport Convention and its two most illustrious alumni, Richard Thompson and Sandy Denny, Boyd said. Faced with "rough-and-ready, hard-drinking, working-class blokes like the Move," he felt very much the "preppy Yank in the wilds of the London music business.". (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Area 51: King Richard's return Jun 7, 2007
Is there a more significant artist with less chart success than Richard Thompson. Unlikely. (Variety)
Maroon 5, Rihanna Remain Atop U.K. Charts Jun 5, 2007
Veteran troubadour Richard Thompson also celebrated a top 40 album appearance as "Sweet Warrior" (Proper) arrived at No. 39. It's his 11th U.K. chart album over a span of 22 years, his fifth to reach the top 40 and first since "Mock Tudor" in 1999. (MediaWeek.com)
'Knocked Up' songs could boost Loudon Wainwright's career Jun 2, 2007
The songs proceed at a folksy stroll, enhanced by contributions from guitar great Richard Thompson and former Brian Wilson collaborator Van Dyke Parks. After more than 35 years in the music business, Wainwright could reach a whole new audience with these evocative songs (consider Aimee Mann's success with the soundtrack for the 1999 Paul Thomas Anderson film "Magnolia"). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
May 30, 2007 Church Columnists May 31, 2007
Richard Thompson was our preacher for Sunday morning and night. His wife, Dorothy, may have to have surgery soon. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Jack Kevorkian will be paroled Friday May 31, 2007
Dec. 3: Oakland County Prosecutor Richard Thompson charges him with first-degree murder in Adkins' death. District Judge Gerald McNally dismisses charges 10 days later because Michigan has no assisted-suicide law. (AZCentral -- News)
» Concert listings May 31, 2007
June 29 - Richard Thompson Band, Anais Mitchell. $25-$37. (CTNow.com)
