Longhorns grab No. 1 spot Oct 13, 2008
The Demon Deacons clipped Clemson to stay in their slot from last week, but the Commodores (5-1) suffered their first defeat of the season, a 17-14 heartbreaker to Mississippi State which plunged them all the way down from 13 to 22. The Cardinals (7-0), who made their first trip into the top 25 in school history last week, were bumped up one slot with a 24-7 win over Western Kentucky, while the Golden Bears (4-1) moved up into the final place in the rankings despite not playing after previously... (FOX23.com, OK)
Mike and Jay's College Picks Oct 11, 2008
The Commodores are 5-0 and ranked #13 in the country ... The Bulldogs appear to be a much stronger team at home, and unfortunately that's where the Commodores get them ... In fact, Mississippi State will be up by such a wide margin at halftime, the SEC officiating crew will discover a little-known "mercy rule" and call the game for the Bulldogs before the Commodores are even able to take the field for the second half. (VandyMania.com)
Trumpeter joins symphony concert Oct 10, 2008
While living in Los Angeles during the 1980s, Vizzutti performed on more than 100 motion picture soundtracks, (such as Back To The Future and Star Trek), as well as countless TV shows, commercials and recordings with such artists as Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, Neil Diamond, Chick Corea, the Commodores and Prince. His sounds can be heard on recent projects including the movies "40 Days and 40 Nights," "Unfaithfully Yours," Gridiron Gang," "Scary Movie Four" and the "Medal of Honor" and "Halo... (Montana Standard, MT)
Commodores hope dream season continues in clash with Bulldogs Oct 8, 2008
The Commodores are 3-0 in SEC play for only the third time ever, having also beaten the likes of South Carolina and Ole Miss ... Mississippi State owns a 10-7-2 lead in the all-time series with Vanderbilt, although the last meeting was won by the Commodores in 2004 ... Versatile quarterback Chris Nickson has been solid for Vanderbilt this season, and when he aggravated a shoulder injury and was forced to leave the game against Auburn, it was realistic to think that the Commodores were in serious... (FOX23.com, OK)
Bulldogs focus on Tennessee Oct 7, 2008
I had a feeling the Tigers might be in some trouble heading up to Nashville and, sure enough, the Commodores pulled off the upset. But now ranked No. 13, they won t be upsetting teams much more. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Football king in Nashville Oct 7, 2008
The Commodores' success is the most surprising of the three ... The Commodores beat Auburn last weekend 14-13 to reach 5-0 for the first time since 1943, and a win Saturday at Mississippi State would at least ensure a ... The Commodores are 13-12 over their past 25 games, with wins over Georgia, South Carolina (twice) and now Auburn in that stretch. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Pinch me! I think I fell asleep and went back in time Oct 7, 2008
Following Saturday s battle between two nationally ranked teams on the Vanderbilt campus which saw the Commodores, ranked No. 19, clip No. 15 Auburn 14-13 I was rather sedated ... That created my allegiance to the Commodores ... The Commodores won their final eight games to finish 8-2-1. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
How It Went: Chamblee's Norman greeted by festive atmosphere in Nashville Oct 6, 2008
Vanderbilt commit and Chamblee running back Warren Norman had a hunch that the Commodores were going to upset Auburn in Music City on Saturday. I actually thought they could do it, said Norman, who, along with his parents and brother, attended Vandy s victory over the Tigers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Vanderbilt Getting Unprecedented Attention Oct 4, 2008
A victory would make the Commodores 5-0 overall and 3-0 in the SEC and could propel them into the top 10. Simply put, this is biggest game of Bobby Johnsons coaching career to date. (HawgsIllustrated.com)
SEC surprise Oct 3, 2008
is ranked No. 19 in the country, a dubious 25-year streak of losing seasons may be nearing an end and the Commodores could emerge as this season's "surprise" team like in 2006 and in 2007 ... Last season, the Commodores started 5-3 before dropping their final four games ... Indeed, for all the improvement and hope Johnson has fostered, the Commodores still haven't posted a winning season under his watch. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Louisville Lacrosse Releases 2008 Fall Exhibition Schedule Sep 19, 2008
The Cards will open the fall schedule against the Commodores at 12:30 p.m. ET, on Sept. 27 at the UofL Lacrosse Stadium and will close the fall with a rematch against Vanderbilt on Oct. 22 in Nashville, Tenn. Along with the games against Vandy, the Cards will travel to the Towson University Tournament on Oct. 11 in Towson, Md. (Uoflsports.com)
Owls and Longhorns tangle in Lone Star State showdown Sep 18, 2008
He threw a touchdown and ran for a score in the clash, but it simply wasn't enough to knock off the Commodores ... Rice got bullied at the line of scrimmage by Vanderbilt last week, as the Commodores rushed for 273 yards on an average of 6. (FOX23.com, OK)
USC - Number One for a Reason Sep 17, 2008
The two teams were tied at 21 at the half but the Commodores gained control in the final 30 minutes to walk away with the 38-21 win ... Trailing by 10, the Owls failed to pick up one yard for the necessary first down at the Vanderbilt 30-yard line early in the fourth, and a couple of series later, the Commodores returned a punt 67 yards to the Rice one-yard line scoring on the very next play. (FOX23.com, OK)
J2M Stars of the Games Sep 15, 2008
Just when you think what may be the greatest play DJ has made on the football field for the Commodores he does something else. The Rice Owls were no doubt expecting to see some of what DJ has to offer but what they got came as a surprise only to those who havent been watching DJ tear it up for VU over his career. (VandyMania.com)
Gamecocks Set To Host Georgia Sep 13, 2008
The Commodores came away with their second-straight win over the Gamecocks, this time by a 24-17 margin. The Gamecocks took a 10-3 lead into intermission after holding Vandy to just 50 yards of offense in the first half, but the Commodores used a couple of mistakes in the kicking game to gain some momentum and scored 21 consecutive points to take a 24-10 lead early in the fourth quarter ... The Gamecocks outgained the Commodores, 325-225 while running 14 more plays (68-54). (Uscsports.com)
WEEKEND PREVIEW: ACC teams in the spotlight Sep 12, 2008
The Commodores hope the momentum from last week's upset of South Carolina continues, but the high-flying Owls offense will pose a major test. Rice WR Jarett Dillard remains the primary option for longtime battery-mate, QB Chase Clement, but WR James Casey is a solid complement. (USA Today -- Sports)
Road Trip: Blessed Trinity's Crisafi headed to Music City Sep 12, 2008
This will be my fourth or fifth visit to Vanderbilt, said the 6-foot-4, 300-pound Crisafi, who has scholarship offers from Delaware, Middle Tennessee State and Tulane and is being courted by the Commodores and Wake Forest. I talk to the offensive line coach and the offensive coordinator there once a week. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
The Commodores Lay a Wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Washington, D.C. Sep 11, 2008
The Commodores are in Washington, DC to honor military and the other brave men and women who protect us, so that no one forgets the fateful date -- September 11 ... (PRWEB) September 11, 2008 -- The Commodores are in Washington, DC to honor military and the other brave men and women who protect us, so that no one forgets the fateful date -- September 11 ... The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command was honored to have the Commodores, a perpetual force in the music industry for over three... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
USC-Vandy Preview: Sweet Music In Nashville? Sep 4, 2008
The dynamics of the South Carolina-Vanderbilt series changed last season when the Commodores stormed into Williams-Brice Stadium and battered the Gamecocks in a stunning 17-6 loss for USC. Now the teams return to Nashville for the 18th all-time meeting. USC has enjoyed a lot of success in Music City and will look to continue that trend on Thursday night. (South Carolina Sports -- Rivals.com)
Gamecocks Travel To Vanderbilt for Thursday ESPN Showdown Sep 4, 2008
The Commodores snapped a seven-game losing streak to Carolina last season when they went into Columbia and stymied the Gamecock offense en route to a 17-6 win ... His lone loss came last season in Columbia when the Commodores posted a 17-6 win. (Uscsports.com)
A little bit country, a little bit sailor Aug 30, 2008
" Considered a specialty unit of the Navy, Country Current is one of several musical groups under the auspices of the U.S. Navy Band. Other ensembles include the Concert Band, Ceremonial Band, the Commodores (the Navy's jazz group, not Lionel Richie's old group), the Sea Chanters, the Cruisers and the Chamber Ensembles. While the band's country music repertoire revolves around popular songs by artists like Alan Jackson, Garth Brooks and George Strait, its bluegrass work consists primarily of... (Athens Banner-Herald)
VANDERBILT STARS OF THE GAME- MIAMI Aug 30, 2008
The Commodores saw that Walker was indeed open on the play and a few plays later they tried it again. This time Nickson connected with walker for a 49 yard gain down to the Miami one yard line. (VandyMania.com)
Football Season Kicks Off Thursday Aug 29, 2008
Game time is set for 8:30 p.m. ET with the game televised by ESPN. the Gamecocks lead the all-time series with the Commodores, 14-3. BEECHER FEATURED. (Uscsports.com)
ITAT Predictions: SEC East Week 1 Aug 28, 2008
Not a good sign and the Commodores may be in for a fight they cant win. Miami (OH) 27, Vanderbilt 24. (autigers.com)
SEC - Florida Really the Team to Beat? Aug 26, 2008
The Commodores' o-line goes from bringing back 90 career starts to three ... The Commodores are 13-4 ATS as an away dog, but just 4-9 as a home dog the last four years. (FOX23.com, OK)
BRADLEY: GATOR FANS NO. 1 Aug 21, 2008
If the Commodores don t care about winning, why are in they in this cutthroat league. 9. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
R-E-S-P-E-C-T: Most underrated coaches in college football Aug 7, 2008
The Commodores, for the first time in a quarter-century, are a legitimately competitive SEC team (and this at a time when the conference has never been tougher). Over the past three years, they've beaten the likes of Tennessee, Georgia and South Carolina while losing heartbreakers to the Vols and Dawgs last year and Florida in '05. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
QUEEN VICTORIA'S SECRET PANTIES Jul 29, 2008
" I am so relieved to learn she has only had 15 . . . When my friend Martha Frankel titled her memoir "Hats & Eyeglasses: A Family Love Affair With Gambling," I advised her that the title was problematic. Now they are changing the title for the paperback. This 00004000 book is so much fun, and it got some of the best reviews of the year. I guess a title isn't everything. 'HEY, EVERYBODY is reuniting. Even Nicole and Paris got back together. Why not us?" That's soul legend Lionel Richie, talking... (New York Post -- Gossip)
Parades, fireworks are the order of the day Jul 4, 2008
The Commodores will perform at the Las Cruces' Fourth of July Comcast Street Fest at 8:30 p.m. today at the Hadley Complex, 1600 E. Hadley in Las Cruces. Other Street Fest events will include a Bling Bling Car Show, and local bands at 4 p.m.; children's entertainment from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.; and the performance "Imagine: Remembering the Fab Four" at 7 p.m. Fireworks display will be at 10 p.m.. (El Paso Times)
Scenic drive: Swift Trail in the Pinaleno Mountains, part 2 Jul 4, 2008
Brick House, the Commodores: The masonry walls of Fort Grant were mighty in the 1870s. My Old School, Steely Dan: No one will ever go back to the closed Fort Grant Industrial School. (AZCentral -- Travel)
LaFayette will celebrate July Fourth with Freedom Fest Jun 24, 2008
com, this five-member band from Atlanta plays original songs and covers hits by various artists, including Lynyrd Skynyrd, Robert Palmer, KC unshine Band, the Commodores, Aretha Franklin, Eric Clapton, Garth Brooks and Pink Floyd. Their repertoire of traditional, Southern and modern rock, country, and classic soul and funk, is guaranteed to be toe-tapping fun. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Richie talks up reunion Jun 16, 2008
GRAMMY Award-winning pop singer Lionel Richie said yesterday he would be jumping on the current bandwagon, but touring again with his old band the Commodores ... The Commodores had hits such as Three Times a Lady, Nightshift, Easy and Brick House ... Richie broke from the Commodores in the late '70s and topped the charts in the '80s with songs such as Endless Love and Say You, Say Me. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Lionel Richie says Commodores will reunite soon for a tour Jun 15, 2008
ST JOHN'S, Antigua Grammy award-winning pop singer Lionel Richie said Saturday that he and the Commodores will reunite soon for a tour ... The Commodores were known for hits like Three Times a Lady and Brick House ... Richie broke away from the Commodores in the late 1970s and topped the charts in the 1980s with songs like Endless Love and Say You, Say Me. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Adkins brings country act to St. Petersburg May 29, 2008
However, the club's first concert with The Commodores last Saturday attracted a crowd of over 30,000. It is also a positive experience for Adkins, who says his goal in last week's postgame concert in Arizona was to keep three-quarters of the crowd around to hear the country crooner. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Commodores' King talks music, baseball May 23, 2008
Rays players and fans shouldn't be surprised if they hear the song "Brick House" blare through Tropicana Field's speakers long before the authors, the Commodores, are set to take the stage following Saturday night's game. "Because of how energetic it is, and when everyone hears it they want to jump up and dance," William King of the Commodores said when asked to pick an anthem for the red-hot Rays ... A longtime baseball fan and Little League coach for 18 years, King comprises one-third of the... (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Break Out The Brooms, Yet Again May 12, 2008
386, with 18 home runs and 68 RBIs, helping the Commodores to the 07 SEC Championship. Sidelined for the opening weeks of this season with a hand injury, he has posted a with six homers and 22 RBIs in 29 games for Vanderbilt, which is 37-15 on the year. (Tampa Bay, TheInsiders.com)
Low: Vanderbilt's rocky start could be the key to getting to Omaha Apr 12, 2008
By his second year at Vanderbilt, he had the Commodores in the NCAA tournament for the first time in 24 years ... The Commodores (21-10, 5-6 SEC) have been the antithesis of last season's record-setting team that mowed through the regular season and finished with 54 wins before being upset at home by Michigan in the NCAA regionals ... The Commodores were swept at Mississippi last weekend, the first time they've been swept in an SEC series since losing three to Alabama in 2006. (ESPN -- College Sports)
Foster named Nation\'s top senior Apr 6, 2008
9 rebounds per game while leading the Commodores to a 26-8 record and Top 20 national ranking. By pouring in a team-leading 691 points as a senior, Foster became Vanderbilt's all-time leading career scorer and the only player in school history to score over 2,000 points. (Vanderbilt Sports -- Rivals.com)
Vanderbilt beats West Virginia 64-46 Mar 25, 2008
Vanderbilt has won 11 of its last 12 games, and this time the Commodores got a big lift from their bench ... The Commodores recovered from a sloppy first half where they committed 15 turnovers ... The Commodores led 41-35, forcing Mountaineers coach Mike Carey to call timeout at the 13-minute mark. (Anchorage Daily News)
Rays begin summer concert series on May 24 Mar 19, 2008
The Commodores-Saturday, May 24 :The series kicks off following the Rays-Orioles game when the popular funk/soul band The Commodores perform as part of '70s Night. The Commodores are a highly successful funk/soul band of the 1970s and 1980s known for their Motown days with #1 hits such as "Three Times a Lady," "Still" and their smash single "Brick House.". (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Vandy finishes off South Carolina Mar 18, 2008
When Vanderbilt lost junior All-American third baseman Pedro Alvarez to a hand injury the first weekend of the season, some thought the Commodores were doomed ... The Commodores jumped out to a 6-2 lead through six innings ... Giobbi's first home run of the season helped the Commodores capture the win and a fourth-straight series victory over South Carolina. (Vanderbilt Sports -- Rivals.com)
Baseball: South Carolina gets even with Vandy Mar 16, 2008
The sixth-ranked Gamecocks scored five runs in the first inning and 16 runs through the first five innings to cruise to a convincing 16-7 win over the Commodores ... Despite a dismal performance against the Gamecocks Saturday afternoon, Corbin and the Commodores are ready to test their luck in the series finale. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
SEC: Lofton lifts Vols over South Carolina; Vandy upset Mar 15, 2008
The Razorbacks (21-10) rolled to a 45-24 rebounding edge and outscored the Commodores 50-20 in the paint ... The Commodores rallied to tie it twice in the second half, the last time at 58-58 on a three-pointer by Gordon. (USA Today -- Sports)
SEC TOURNAMENT:Bulldogs turn Tide Mar 15, 2008
The Razorbacks (21-10) rolled to a 45-24 rebounding edge and outscored the Commodores 50-20 in the paint ... The Commodores rallied to tie it twice in the second half, the last time at 58-58 on a 3-pointer by Gordon ... The Commodores (26-6) shot 67 percent (33 of 49) from the field, falling just short of the tournament record. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Richie and Miller get life awards Mar 7, 2008
Richie, who already has Academy and Grammy awards under his belt, was formerly in Motown group the Commodores, who had hits with Three Times A Lady and Easy. He then went on to enjoy huge solo success in the 1980s with hit singles including All Night Long (All Night), Dancing On The Ceiling and Hello, and has sold more than 100 million records. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Spring Ball: Breaking down the SEC East Mar 6, 2008
Top story lines: The Commodores lost three SEC games to Georgia (20-17), Kentucky (27-20), and Tennessee (25-24) by a total of 11 points last season. A lot of the talent that made up that very competitive team is gone. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
News from MSU Media Relations--March 5 Mar 5, 2008
Guided by ninth-year head coach Kevin Stallings and winners of 31 of their last 32 home games (18-0 at home this season), the Commodores are led by the talented senior/freshman duo of veteran Shan Foster (19 ... The Bulldogs have won six of the last eight meetings with the Commodores, including last years 83-70 home win over VU in Starkville. (GenesPage.com)
Focus the key for baseball Hawkeyes Mar 4, 2008
The product of Wilton, Iowa, went 9-for-15 in the tournament, including 4-for-4 in the Hawkeyes' upset of the Commodores. As a team, Iowa outhit Vanderbilt 14-9. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Baseball: Vanderbilt 17 Xavier 3 Mar 4, 2008
The scoring started in the bottom of the first inning for the Commodores ... True freshman catcher Curt Casali drove home Dominic de la Osa for the Commodores second run of the game ... The Commodores biggest damage was done in the bottom of the fourth inning when they sent 13 hitters to the plate and got 8 runs on 8 hits. (VandyMania.com)
An old twist on a new sound Mar 3, 2008
Alice Smith says she grew up in Washington, D.C., listening to Bjork and the Commodores. So what kind of sound does that produce. (Boston Globe)
Minor, Brewer three-hit Kansas Mar 2, 2008
The Commodores will face Iowa tomorrow at 4 p.m. The Hawkeyes defeated Xavier, 12-9 in the opening game of the Music City Classic Friday afternoon. FEATURED PRODUCT. (Vanderbilt Sports -- Rivals.com)
Baseball: Vanderbilt 7 Kansas 1 Mar 2, 2008
The Commodores would add another run in the top of the fourth inning when Giobbi led off the inning with a double ... The Commodores would improve their lead to 6-0 in the sixth when a sacrifice fly scored who led off the inning with a walk ... After the Jayhawks got a run in the top of the seventh, the Commodores would add an insurance run in the bottom of the eight when Giobbi scored on a passed ball. (VandyMania.com)
Hawkeyes Upset No. 7 Vanderbilt Mar 2, 2008
The Commodores chipped away at the Hawkeye lead in the bottom of the fourth ... The Commodores then brought in pitcher Chase Reid who then gave up a RBI single to Braur. (Hawkeyesports.com)
White's RBI single lifts Dores 4-3 Feb 28, 2008
The Commodores (3-1) took a 3-0 lead into the ninth, but the Aces (0-4) rallied for three runs off of reliever Drew Hayes to tie the game ... Giobbi led the Commodores with three hits on the day, while fellow Maine product Ryan Flaherty saw his 38-game hitting streak end with an 0-for-3 day at the plate ... The Commodores will be back in action this weekend in the Music City Classic. (Vanderbilt Sports -- Rivals.com)
Baseball: Vanderbilt 4 Evansville 3 Feb 28, 2008
The Commodores won their second straight game in dramatic fashion Wednesday when Jonathan White singled home David Macias in the bottom of the ninth for a 4-3 win over the Purple Aces of Evansville. The win improved the Commodores record to 3-1 on the early season ... The Commodores would get on the board again in the bottom of the seventh inning when a two out single by de la Osa scored Ryan French who reached on an error to lead off the inning. (VandyMania.com)
Hawkeyes to Travel to Nashville, TN Feb 26, 2008
(#9 Miami and #12 Oregon State) The Commodores hit ... The Commodores have eight position starters returning from the 2007 NCAA Tournament qualifying and SEC winning team, three of which are preseason All-Americans ... The Commodores finished the 2007 season with a 54-13 record. (Hawkeyesports.com)
The Commodores are in Montgomery Feb 23, 2008
WSFA TV Montgomery, AL - The Commodores Perform at Alabama Music Hall of Fame Friday Night ... The Commodores Perform at Alabama Music Hall of Fame Friday Night ... Their music is called soul, R & B sometimes even funk, but folks call them the Commodores. (WSJA.com, AL)
Toreros are tough, and that's no bull Feb 21, 2008
The Commodores, sixth in the USA TODAY/ESPN coaches' poll, kick off their schedule Friday against two-time defending champion Oregon State in the DeMarini Classic at Arizona State. A day later Vanderbilt plays the host Sun Devils, No. 1 in preseason. (USA Today -- Sports)
Men's Tennis Falls To No. 33 Vanderbilt Feb 4, 2008
The Bulldogs fought hard but the Commodores handed Samford its third consecutive loss in a 7-0 sweep by Vanderbilt ... The Commodores won the doubles point, but Samford was able to walk away with one win at the No. 2 court. (Samfordsports.com)
Navy jazz ensemble to play at BCC Sunday (8) Feb 3, 2008
The Navy s premier jazz ensemble, the Commodores, will present the finest in America s truly original music at 2 p.m. Sunday in the Bartlesville Community Center. Note: the e-mail sent will contain information, such as your IP address (64. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Today in History - Jan. 30 Jan 30, 2008
Rhythm-and-blues musician William King (The Commodores) is 59. Singer Phil Collins is 57. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Class of 2008 SEC East recruiting overview Jan 15, 2008
Regardless of its poor ending, head coach Bobby Johnson's job appears to be safe and the Commodores have put together a respectable class. Vanderbilt has 14 pledges at this time with four ranked in the top-50 at their respective positions. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
SEC's all-time leading receiver declares for draft Jan 13, 2008
Bennett accumulated 236 receptions in three seasons for the Commodores, the highest total in SEC history. He is the only receiver in SEC history to catch at least 75 passes in three separate seasons. (FOX23.com, OK)
FLORIDA TODAY'S All-Space Coast Volleyball Team Dec 28, 2007
" One person you would love to have a 10-minute conversation with: Hayden Christensen. One thing you must do before you compete: I always listen to Kronk beats to get excited.Teri LindEau Gallie The numbers: An all-court player, the 5-9 senior helped the Commodores post a winning record, despite heavy graduation losses. Lind compiled 198 kills, 296 assists, 143 digs, 40 blocks and 42 aces this fall. Best moment this season: Getting a triple-double twice this season. CD in your player: Keith... (Florida Today)
Chris Low: Vanderbilt finds a gem Down Under in A.J. Ogilvy Dec 13, 2007
So when Vanderbilt assistant coach Tom Richardson introduced himself to the towering Aussie 21 months ago at the Australian Institute of Sport, Ogilvy couldn't have told you the first thing about the Commodores' program ... The Commodores' coaching staff liked Ogilvy the first time they saw him ... It's no coincidence that the Commodores are one of only two SEC teams (two-time defending national champion Florida being the other) that have advanced to the Sweet 16 twice in the past four years. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
