Feeling Jazzy? Jazz Plus continues through Sunday May 23, 2008
With mentors including Rosemary Clooney and Ray Brown, the jazz bassist husband of Ella Fitzgerald, Diana Krall was groomed for a career in music from a young age. With her powerhouse vocals and fast fingers on the keyboard, Krall quickly rose to fame as the blonde bombshell of jazz. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
MCHS to present Dimensions in Jazz on Monday May 4, 2008
Buckholz has had an extensive freelance career, performing with Natalie Cole, Tony Bennett, Lou Rawls, Bob Hope, Charley Pride, Smokey Robinson, Johnny Mathis, Vince Gill, and Rosemary Clooney, among many others. He played on hundreds of studio recording sessions for radio, television, and commercial recordings. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
I SWEAR TO GOD THAT PATSY'S IS IN MIDTOWN Apr 7, 2008
In the old days, Sinatra, assorted Mrs. Sinatras, Sinatra Jr., two Nancy Sinatras, Sammy Davis, Rosemary Clooney, Don Rickles, my late husband Joey Adams, the Rat Pack's packrat followers were regulars for the old-fashioned red sauce, overflowing plates of spaghetti al dente, delicious veal parmigiana. The place opened by Grampa Pasquale a k a Patsy possibly predates the Stone Age. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Dialed Into Poetry Mar 30, 2008
It was a 30-minute segment that ran until the midnight signoff of "The Star-Spangled Banner." The format included poetry readings mixed with the singing of Rosemary Clooney. After the show was canceled, Glenn, then a program director for WKMO in Kokomo, Ind. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
SpiralFrog(TM) Signs Licensing Deal With IRIS Distribution Mar 29, 2008
Top IRIS artists include Amon Tobin, the legendary hard-core punk band Bad Brains, Kid Koala, Deerhunter, emerging indie rock artists The National and Blitzen Trapper, Academy Award-winning composer Quincy Jones, Percy Sledge, the Grammy-winning Oak Ridge Boys, Rosemary Clooney and Waylon Jennings. The IRIS catalogue will add a unique mix of legendary artists and up and coming bands to our growing roster of music, said Jennifer Link, vice president of licensing for SpiralFrog. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Bird Library receives grant to catalog music collection Mar 27, 2008
A grant awarded to Syracuse University's library will make it easier for students to find music by artists such as Louis Armstrong, Rosemary Clooney and Judy Garland at the library. E.S. Bird Library announced last Thursday it received a $250,000 grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. (Daily Orange, NY)
Clooney, Zellweger Whistle-Stop Mar 26, 2008
Clooney grew up in nearby Augusta; his father, Nick, and aunt, singer-actress Rosemary Clooney, grew up in Maysville, where their grandfather was mayor. It was in the same town more than a half-century ago where his aunt had the premiere for one of her movies. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Clooney to Screen New Movie in Ky. Mar 20, 2008
In 1953, "The Stars Are Singing," starring Rosemary Clooney, George Clooney's aunt, premiered in Maysville ... Nick and Rosemary Clooney were born in Maysville. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
'Books in bloom' at Wilmington Memorial Library Mar 1, 2008
For over 30 years, Lisa Manning has been entertaining on Broadway, television, cruise ships, in recordings and has had the honor of working with, or for, notables such as Rosemary Clooney, Florence Henderson, Tennessee Ernie Ford, Victor Borge, James Galway, Jimmy Dean, Elaine Stritch, Joe Layton and Richard Rodgers of Rodgers and Hammerstein. This program is recommended for those aged 6 and older. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
How Oscar can liven up his act Feb 22, 2008
Judging by the show so far, the answer is no - one losing contestant, in answer to the question "What European country is Budapest the capital of?" howled plaintively, "I thought Europe WAS a country!" Thus we might be blessed with George Clooney freezing and blanking on a question like, "Who is the world-famous nephew of 1950s singer Rosemary Clooney?". In addition, the 10 stars would be forced to pair up for duet versions of the five nominees for best song, an idea that could only be an... (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
Daddy its coming, its coming, its coming Feb 19, 2008
The cars were filled with the music of Benny Goodman and Rosemary Clooney. And conversations. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Read more... Jan 26, 2008
Previous recipients of the ELLA Award, besides Ms. Fitzgerald herself, include Frank Sinatra, Peggy Lee, Lena Horne, Rosemary Clooney, Tony Bennett, Placido Domingo, Celine Dion and Elton John. was founded in 1984 by Chairman Emeritus Ginny (Mrs. (PNN Online)
Deltona's Got Talent Jan 20, 2008
Discovered: Pat Boone, Rosemary Clooney, Tony Bennett, Patsy Cline. "The Gong Show," hosted by Gary Owens and Chuck Barris, originally aired from 1976-1980. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
N.C. man still sells records from downtown store Jan 17, 2008
A smattering of examples include "Fancy Meeting You Here," by Rosemary Clooney and Bing Crosby, from the 1950s; "Buffalo Springfield Again" (1960s); "Mud Slide Slim" by James Taylor (1970s); and "Duran Duran" by Duran Duran (1980s). The singles sell for $2 to $4. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Holiday movies: Our critics have made a list and checked it twice Dec 19, 2007
The film brings us the story of two sizzling-hot postwar entertainers, who after a lot of musical numbers and plot wrinkles, fall in love with Rosemary Clooney and Vera-Ellen. White Christmas, indeed. (Boston Globe)
Around the Square - ‘White Christmas’ Dec 19, 2007
In 1954, twelve years after "Holiday Inn," 20th Century gave the song new life by releasing the movie "White Christmas," a collection of Berlin songs starring Bing Crosby, Rosemary Clooney and Danny Kaye. As for the sales of "White Christmas," the last count is unavailable but up to 1980, sales exceeded 110 million and since that tabulation, it's been estimated several thousand copies are sold each year. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Lee Vincent made beautiful music Dec 14, 2007
Nat King Cole and Natalie Cole, Frank Sinatra Jr., Jerry Vale, Bobby Rydell, Danny Thomas, George Burns, Eddy Arnold, Perry Como, Frankie Laine, Johnny Mathis, the Dorseys, the Temptations, the Four Aces, the Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, Marie Osmond, Rosemary Clooney, Glenn Miller, Aretha Franklin and Clay Aiken. Vincent was honored as leader of one of the Top Regional Bands by the American Federation of Musicians. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Sirius to Devote Exclusive Channel to Bing Crosby for the Holidays - 'Bing Crosby Christmas Radio' Dec 14, 2007
Classic shows with Frank Sinatra, Louis Armstrong, Rosemary Clooney, Judy Garland, Bob Hope, Ella Fitzgerald, Jimmy Stewart, Peggy Lee, The Andrews Sisters, and more ... Bing Crosby Christmas Radio will feature a wide variety of Crosby's beloved music, storytelling and special guests like Rosemary Clooney, Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, Bob Hope, Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, The Andrews Sisters, Jimmy Stewart, Phil Silvers, Jimmy Durante, and Edgar Bergen and his daughter, a young Candice Bergen. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The Return Of The Chipmunks Dec 10, 2007
After years of frustration, he finally hit the big-time in 1951, co-writing the Rosemary Clooney classic, "Come On-a My House." Along the way, he continued to compose and also played small roles in films, like Alfred Hitchcock's "Rear Window.". But by the end of the '50s, Bagdasarian's career had stalled. (CBS News)
It Don't Mean A Thing If It Ain't Got That Bing Dec 6, 2007
The best critical summary that I know of the film White Christmas was made by one of its stars, the late, great and delightfully honest Rosemary Clooney. Introducing its title song at one of her concerts, she said that it was a picture that could be enjoyed at the appropriate time of year but had best be avoided at all others. (National Post)
Bringing Up BlackBerry Nov 17, 2007
Not just the Beatles' but obscure Rosemary Clooney songs can stretch toward immortality, thanks to iTunes. What will it mean that for $8, you can buy the complete works of Jane Austen for downloading onto your BlackBerry. (Time.com)
Our Snowbird's last songs? Nov 10, 2007
Certainly, like the late Peggy Lee and Rosemary Clooney, Murray developed a sizable gay and lesbian following. Bruce Allen was certainly aware of the rumours and, in his direct style, made it one of the first questions he put to her. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
'White Christmas' review Nov 9, 2007
Running at the Fox Theatre through Sunday, White Christmas is a pretty flakey excuse for dusting off the timeless Irving Berlin songs immortalized by Bing Crosby and Rosemary Clooney in the familiar post-World War II movie chestnut. Playwrights David Ives and Paul Blake have embellished the story of club-crooning former soliders Bob Wallace (Tom Galantich) and Phil Davis (David Engel) so that they now spend nearly three hours pursuing sister act Betty and Judy Haynes (Marla Schaffel and Kristen... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
OAT opens White Christmas tonight Nov 8, 2007
White Christmas is the stage adaptation of the classic 1954 movie by the same name, which starred Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney and Vera Ellen. The cast and crew of the OAT production plan to bring this favorite Christmas story to life for Rolla audiences with the same magic, laughter and heart-warming moments fans of the film have come to love. (Rolla Daily News, MO)
Plaids regroup for 'Tidings' Nov 6, 2007
In "Plaid Tidings," Rosemary Clooney rings the boys up from heaven so they can spread some much-needed holiday cheer ... Stroman takes the few quiet moments to remember his own stint as a Plaid, recalling how Rosemary Clooney loved The Plaids and how she saw them whenever she could. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Stars align in Dowagiac for unforgettable show Nov 6, 2007
Schneider also played with Tony Bennett, Sammy Davis Jr., Benny Goodman, Mel Torme, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn and Rosemary Clooney ... He has performed with Lionel Hampton, Rosemary Clooney, Bob Hope, Jerry Lewis, Carol Channing and Mitzi Gaynor. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Simply Sinatra’ at Mother Lode Oct 26, 2007
Sigmund s extensive performance experience includes shows performing with or accompanying such artists as Stevie Wonder, Natalie Cole, The L.A. Philharmonic, Gladys Knight, Arturo Sandoval, Tito Puente, Paquito D'Rivera, Quincy Jones, Charo, Rosemary Clooney, Randy Travis, Willie Nelson and Patti Austin. Untitled Document. (Montana Standard, MT)
Clooney tunes Oct 21, 2007
Rosemary Clooney was a famous singer in the '50s whose career was eclipsed by rock'n'roll. She later turned, with considerable success, to jazz. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Legend has the last laugh -- again Oct 19, 2007
Back in the 1950s, record labels would often give singers such as Bennett and Rosemary Clooney commercial but disposable songs to perform, songs Bennett matter-of-factly describes as "easily forgotten.". Bennett on Baldwin. (CNN -- Showbiz)
The unstoppable Mr Clooney Oct 13, 2007
" Brad Pitt, Clooney's close friend since the Ocean's movies, also stars in the film. Together with Don Cheadle and Matt Damon they have raised about $US10 million ($11 million) at their Darfur Not On Our Watch fund-raisers. A family that plays together, raises funds together. Clooney likes the idea of an extended creative family. He came to showbusiness via his famous aunt, the singer Rosemary Clooney, but it was his TV anchorman dad Nick who instilled in him his resolve. "There are just... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Clooney takes charge and career takes off Oct 3, 2007
The notion of a handsome, charming middle-aged man staring failure in the face is not a huge stretch for Clooney, the nephew of singer Rosemary Clooney and son of TV newsman Nick Clooney. The actor moved to Hollywood in the early 1980s after failed bids at baseball and journalism careers. (MSNBC -- News)
Catching up with Jerry Seeco Oct 2, 2007
With so many skills to his credit, Jerry is considered a highly in-demand musician and, as a result, has performed with a long list of popular musicians, including Aretha Franklin, Rosemary Clooney, Al Martino, Neil Sedaka, Wayne Newton, Chick Corea, Slide Hampton, Buddy Morrow and Arturo Sandoval. Jerry has also appeared on the Bryant Gumble Show with Little Anthony and the Imperials and has appeared at Boston s Symphony Hall with Regis Philbin and Susan Lucci. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Clooney, the restless one Sep 28, 2007
But nothing that Clooney said over the course of a two-hour dinner resonated like the story he told about his aunt, singer Rosemary Clooney. "She said she was a better singer when she got older," Clooney says, picking at some berries for dessert. (Los Angeles Times)
That's Entertainment!: Forgach House presents 12th annual Variety Show at BPAC Sep 20, 2007
She also co-created a one-woman cabaret tribute to Rosemary Clooney. McMahon is a featured vocalist at many concerts, special events and conferences. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
George Clooney's fame birthright Sep 16, 2007
The 46-year-old's father, Nick Clooney, was a high-profile news presenter known for his hard-hitting political journalism, while his late aunt Rosemary Clooney had a huge pop career in the 1950s. When Rosemary's career went downhill in the 60s she went into semi-retirement and battled psychiatric problems before later becoming a well-respected jazz vocalist. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Cobb Energy opens with Michael Feinstein Sep 15, 2007
He was also a frequent collaborator with Rosemary Clooney, whom he met during his tenure with Gershwin. Feinstein has been recording and performing many those timeless pre-rock-era classics, from the songbooks of greats such as Irving Berlin and Jule Styne, with class and sensitivity for more than 20 years. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Musical group features down-home flavor, by design Sep 14, 2007
- performs mainly 1940s through 1960s music: Perry Como, Rosemary Clooney and such, and is on the road about 200 days a year with its sets and costumes. The group performs around the U.S. and Canada with various big bands and with symphony orchestras such as the Baltimore Symphony, which commissioned the group to develop a new show, and the Houston Symphony. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Music Review: Feinstein makes up for lost show Sep 10, 2007
After the intermission, the pace picked up a bit more, opening with Cole Porter's "At Long Last Love." The PSO brass section sounded spectacular under the direction of Feinstein's musical director, John Oddo, whose deft direction was developed by more than 20 years as musical director for the great Rosemary Clooney. Oddo gave the string section a chance to shine on "I'll be Seeing You.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Stace cozies up to Gershwin Aug 19, 2007
Melanie Stace easily immersed herself in the rich emotionalism of "I Should Care" or "Love You Didn't Do Right by Me," a wonderful, neglected Rosemary Clooney piece. But she was equally at home in buoyant, almost novelty pieces like Harry Connick Jr.'s "Recipe for Making Love" or Bette Midler's "Stuff Like That There," which her irrepressible exuberance lit up. (San Francisco Chronicle)
The Band That Plays On Aug 5, 2007
He riffed behind some of the legends of the era: Ella Fitzgerald, Lena Horne, Tony Bennett and Rosemary Clooney, to name just a few. But like most gigs, the Fairmont job came to an end. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
New mom Diana Krall revels in the challenges of her music Jul 17, 2007
In Krall's musical world, of course, looking forward still means looking back _ to the sounds of personal idols like Nat King Cole, Rosemary Clooney and Joni Mitchell. At the moment she's even casting her attention back to her own legacy: She's preparing for the release of her first career retrospective, a best-of set due to be issued in September by Verve Records. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Today in History June 29 Jun 29, 2007
Singer Rosemary Clooney died in Beverly Hills, Calif. at age 74. (MSNBC -- Race)
Click for Full Story Jun 29, 2007
Singer Rosemary Clooney died in Beverly Hills, California, at age 74. One year ago: The Supreme Court ruled, 5-3, that President Bush's plan to try Guantanamo Bay detainees in military tribunals violated US and international law. (KWTX.com, TX)
The swing shift Jun 19, 2007
Name that tuneAnother listener wrote him an e-mail last month to ask for the name of a tune she had heard on his show, and received a thorough reply: "That was Rosemary Clooney singing 'Willow Weep For Me,' backed by the Count Basie Orchestra directed by Grover Mitchell. This CD was released about 6/7 years ago on the Concord Jazz label. There are some other nice (I feel) songs and big band arrangements as well on the CD.". He suggested that she order the recording "via your music store" or... (SunSpot.net)
Pagosa Springs author turns on star stories Jun 16, 2007
Rosemary Clooney was lazy. Graves went to her house to rehearse because he was accompanying her for a charity show. (Durango Herald)
A classic built by soulmates Jun 13, 2007
Once her ambitious stage mother had shed their father, Mama Ficker was determined that her daughters, through music and ballet lessons, would follow in the footsteps of other Cincinnati girls who had made good such as Rosemary Clooney, Vera-Ellen and Doris Day. When NYCB principal dancer Diana Adams was scouting talent for Ford Foundation scholarships, she thought young Roberta Sue had potential and suggested she audition for the company's school. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Crystal's Caribbean Jazz Cruise Serves Up Hot Brass and Cool Blues Jun 6, 2007
They will be joined on trumpet by Warren Vache, Jr., who is a charter member of the faculty of the Juilliard Jazz Program and has recorded and performed with jazz legends Benny Goodman, Rosemary Clooney and Benny Carter, among others. Dr. Robert G. O'Meally is the Zora Neale Hurston Professor of Literature and Director of the Center for Jazz Studies at Columbia University, as well as the author of many books, including Lady Day: The Many Faces of Billie Holiday, The Jazz Cadence of American... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Aunt Derri's rule of phone ettiquette Jun 5, 2007
CORRECTION: Actually, "Sisters" was sung by the lovely Rosemary Clooney and (lip-synched by) Vera-Ellen in the movie "White Christmas." Neither was furious, though I think Vera-Ellen might have been a little fast. (Reach Derri Scarlett at 250-8249 or derri. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Banking on Bette May 8, 2007
Midler has a huge backlog of material from early numbers like Delta Dawn and the title tune to her film The Rose to Tom Waits' Shiver Me Timbers and recent albums celebrating the work of Rosemary Clooney and Peggy Lee. How does she winnow that down to a 90-minute show. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Why are continental cucumbers wrapped in plastic? Apr 29, 2007
My Choc'late Rabbit'' (Rosemary Clooney) probably doesn't. There is even an animated parody of Dickens on DVD called ``An Easter Carol. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
'Rose' to the Challenge Apr 27, 2007
proves that legends like singer Rosemary Clooney never die with a musical revue that dares to tell a story. Musical revues generally offer little in the way of substance and a lot in the way of mindless fun, which can be frustrating for some and comforting for others. (Up & Coming Magazine, NC)
Looking Back Apr 26, 2007
Some of his favorites are: female singer, Rosemary Clooney; male singer, Pat Boone; song, Young Love; TV program, Soldiers of Fortune; movie, Attack; actress, Jayne Mansfield; actor, Jimmy Stewart; subject, algebra; pastime, eating; food, fried chicken; sport, basketball. On August 14, 1939 Janet Venzke was born to Mr. and Mrs. William Venzke in Johnson County. (Kalona News, IA)
Cannes Do For Brangelina, Cannes Don't for Woody Allen Apr 21, 2007
Past recipients include Johnny Mathis, Frank Sinatra, Elton John, Peggy Lee, Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gorme, Lena Horne, Rosemary Clooney, Joe Williams, Tony Bennett, Tony Martin, Dame Julie Andrews, Placido Domingo, Barry Manilow and Celine Dion. But Gladys is an inspired choice. (FOX News)
THE ENVELOPE: Society of Singers to honor Knight Apr 18, 2007
Previous recipients, besides Fitzgerald herself, include Frank Sinatra, Elton John, Peggy Lee, Lena Horne, Rosemary Clooney, Tony Bennett and Placido Domingo. "Gladys Knight has one of the greatest and most distinctive voices of our time, and is a woman who has helped countless people through her humanitarian and philanthropic work," said SOS President and Chief Executive Officer Jerry F. Sharell. (Los Angeles Times)
The Society of Singers Presents 16th Annual ELLA Award to Gladys Knight at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on September 10, 2007 Apr 18, 2007
Previous recipients of the ELLA Award, besides Ms. Fitzgerald herself, include Frank Sinatra, Elton John, Peggy Lee, Lena Horne, Rosemary Clooney, Tony Bennett and Placido Domingo. The Society of Singers was founded in 1984 by Chairman Emeritus Ginny (Mrs. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Last 'Rosemary Clooney' show of the season Saturday Apr 14, 2007
Marco's hit musical show this season, "Big Band Singer - A Tribute to Rosemary Clooney," will be presented at the United Church Hall on Saturday, April 14, at 7:30 p.m. ... Larraine tells the fascinating story of Rosemary Clooney's life and career, her setbacks and comebacks, and her celebrity friends such as Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Bing Crosby, Merv Griffin and Mitch Miller. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
Philharmonic will swing with the king Apr 12, 2007
He is a regular on the jazz festival circuit and has performed with such musical luminaries as composer Marvin Hamlisch and singer Rosemary Clooney. Mr. DeAngelis recently recorded a big band-style album, King of Swing, and has collaborated with Mr. MacLeod, a longtime friend, to create The Coronation of the King. (Scranton Times, PA)
Come On-a My Theater Apr 11, 2007
It is a musical revue that takes audiences through the roller-coaster life of beloved singer and actress, Rosemary Clooney. The show is divided into six parts, each representing a decade of Clooney's life, and will feature many of her most memorable songs, including "Old Black Magic," "Too Old to Cut the Mustard," "I'll Be Seeing You," "Mambo Italiano" and perhaps her most famous song, "Come-a My House.". (Up & Coming Magazine, NC)
FSU's CES Jazz Club brings multi-faceted jazz artist and composer to Western Maryland Apr 8, 2007
Tomaro is director of jazz studies at Duquesne University and has worked with a variety of artists, including Nancy Wilson, Rosemary Clooney, Ernie Watts and Claudio Roditi. In his hometown, he has performed with the Pittsburgh Symphony, Pittsburgh Ballet and Pittsburgh New Music Ensemble. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
Paul McCartney First Artist Signed to New Hear Music Label Mar 22, 2007
They include titles from some of the most admired and enduring names in music, including Ray Brown, Rosemary Clooney, John Coltrane, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald, Isaac Hayes, Little Richard, Thelonious Monk, Oscar Peterson, Tito Puente, George Shearing and Mel Torme. The group's current roster of world-class artists includes: Karrin Allyson, George Benson, Chick Corea, Kurt Elling, John Fogerty, Gerald Albright, Will Downing, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Sergio Mendes,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Grammy winner's sound advice Feb 10, 2007
Jones has made a slew of recordings with singers as different as Holly Near, Rosemary Clooney and Dianne Reeves, whose 2005 CD "Good Night, and Good Luck'' won a Grammy award for best jazz vocal and netted Jones her second Grammy. She won the first for engineering the Kronos Quartet's 2003 recording of Berg's "Lyric Suite. On Sunday night, she may score her third Grammy for engineering "Ltigo,'' an album of tangos and other Latin pieces by Quartet San Francisco that's nominated in the classical... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Falling trees can't shake Murray's game Feb 10, 2007
"Bob Hope was there, Phil Harris, Rosemary Clooney. It was great entertainment." ... OK. Private Clint Eastwood, caught up in the excitement, jumped onto the stage that night and performed a duet of "Come On-a My House" with Rosemary Clooney, and a star was born. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Larraine is back with a new tribute Feb. 10 Feb 9, 2007
Hductions will be presenting "A Tribute to Rosemary Clooney," featuring Larraine as "Rosie" at Marco United Church Hall, 320 N. Barfield Drive, Marco Island on Saturday, Feb. 10. She will take you on a sentimental journey back to the exciting Big Band Era as Larraine reminisces and sings Rosie's fabulous music. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
One of the Largest Independent Music Catalogs for Sale Feb 1, 2007
Master recordings include performances by name artists such as Alice Cooper, Aretha Franklin, B.B. King, Celia Cruz, Dizzy Gillespie, Dolly Parton, Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, Eric Clapton, Frank Sinatra, Gladys Knight & the Pips, Ike & Tina Turner, James Brown, Jefferson Airplane, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Kenny Rogers, Lena Horne, Liberace, Little Richard, Louis Armstrong, Marvin Gaye, Miles Davis, Nat King Cole, Patti LaBelle, Ray Charles, Rick Springfield, Rod Stewart, Rosemary... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
What I'm listening to Jan 25, 2007
Vocalists: "Nina Simone, "Jazz Master 17"; Kate Bush, "Hounds of Love"; Annie Lennox, "Diva"; Bette Midler, "Bette Midler Sings the Rosemary Clooney Songbook"; Sarah Vaughn, "The Essential"; Doris Day and Harry James, "Young Man with a Horn"; Al Green, "Greatest Hits. " "I Like to sing jazz," Ms. Thomas said. "Nina Simone, I love her musicianship, the accompaniment, her vocal timbre. (The Standard-Times, MA)
