Jun 20, 2010
Ragbag Headliners
Elton John Rocks Israel After Other Artists Cancel
A concert by Elton John has given Israelis a boost after a string of cancellations by other world-famous artists.
The British rocker performed late Thursday in front of a screaming crowd of nearly 50,000 fans at a Tel Aviv stadium.
John, who wore blue-tinted sunglasses, told the audience those cancellations "ain't gonna stop me from playing here, baby."
Recent cancellations by the Pixies and Elvis Costello, who cited Israeli government policies, have added to Israel's growing sense of isolation.
John swiped at those artists, saying, "We do not cherry-pick our consciences," before hitting the opening chords of his 1972 hit "Crocodile Rock." -Sun News
A concert by Elton John has given Israelis a boost after a string of cancellations by other world-famous artists.
The British rocker performed late Thursday in front of a screaming crowd of nearly 50,000 fans at a Tel Aviv stadium.
John, who wore blue-tinted sunglasses, told the audience those cancellations "ain't gonna stop me from playing here, baby."
Recent cancellations by the Pixies and Elvis Costello, who cited Israeli government policies, have added to Israel's growing sense of isolation.
John swiped at those artists, saying, "We do not cherry-pick our consciences," before hitting the opening chords of his 1972 hit "Crocodile Rock." -Sun News
Music Legend, Sausage Pitchman Jimmy Dean Dies
Country music artist and sausage entrepreneur Jimmy Dean died at his home in Varina, Virginia, Sunday evening, police said. He was 81.Dean, a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, was with his wife, Donna, at the time of his death, which appears to be from natural causes, said R.J. Clark of the Henrico County Police department.
Musically, Dean is best known for his song "Big Bad John," which made it to No. 1 on both the country and pop charts in 1961 and was honored with a Grammy. His narrative style of song also produced hits like "Little Black Book" and "P.T. 109" -- a song about John F. Kennedy's command in the South Pacific during World War II.
Starting in 1963, he hosted a successful variety show on ABC called "The Jimmy Dean Show," which ran for three years. Regulars on the program included Roger Miller and puppeteer Jim Henson, making Rowlf -- a piano-playing dog -- an early Muppet favorite.
In the late 1960s Dean also appeared regularly on the NBC series "Daniel Boone." He played Boone's friend Josh Clements.
At about the same time, Dean started the Jimmy Dean Meat Company. Dean eventually sold his meat company to Sara Lee Foods in 1984, but remained its chairman and TV spokesman, which kept him in the public eye until recent years.
Dean was born Seth Ward in Olton, Texas, on August 10, 1928. His mom taught him piano starting at age 10, but he also learned how to play the guitar, harmonica, and accordion.
After his discharge from the Air Force in 1948 he put together a band called the Texas Wildcats and played in the Washington, D.C., area
"We played every dive in Washington at one time or another," Dean said in his biography on the Country Music Hall of Fame website. "And dives is what they were."
Dean was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame this year. –CNN Entertainment
Jun 13, 2010
American Idol Season 9 winner Lee DeWyze has been signed to 19 Recordings/RCA Records. He is preparing to start work on his debut album which is due for release in fall 2010.The 24 year old Mount Prospect, IL native impressed millions throughout the season taking home this year's American Idol winning title. Lee is a self-taught musician who began singing and playing guitar in his teens. He auditioned in Chicago, and was the only male contestant never to land in the bottom three during American Idol Season 9.
"Lee is the peoples’ choice, the working class hero who won the hearts of America to become the ninth American Idol," says Simon Fuller, Creator of American Idol and Founder of 19 Entertainment. "Lee has a powerful voice, integrity and a passion for music that literally brought tears to his eyes. We are all looking forward so much to Lee recording his new album to be released in the late fall".
"Lee struck a real chord with the American public this season on Idol. His humility coupled with his vast talent and musicianship should make him a big artist for a long time to come," says Barry Weiss, Chairman & CEO RCA/JIVE Label Group. "We at the RCA Label are excited to work with Lee and 19 on an album that speaks to his widespread appeal."
"Looking back on the last few months and all I gained from my experience on American Idol , it is incredible to know that this is only the beginning for me. Being signed by 19 Entertainment/RCA records is a dream come true," says Lee. "I know that by working with them, I have the support that will allow me to record the best possible album I can - an album I'm proud of and confident in."
Lee will be recording his album over the summer while on the road with the American Idol's Live! 2010 Tour. –Idol News
Jun 6, 2010
Three Little Girls
Anyone born after 1940 won't remember the Ross Sisters. The video clip below is an act from one of their shows in 1944.
The first 45 second or so of the video is nothing particularly special, but what they do the rest of the time is …whoa! look out!
What if these girls were on "America 's Got Talent" and/or "England 's Got Talent" today?
The first 45 second or so of the video is nothing particularly special, but what they do the rest of the time is …whoa! look out!
What if these girls were on "America 's Got Talent" and/or "England 's Got Talent" today?
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