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| flea dip | Mar 21 2009, 05:20 PM Post #61 |
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Prince has a new album coming out. To read more about it, please see the Music Biz thread here Previous post in this thread: Wanda Jackson, age 71; she's on tour this year, and has been in the music business since age 15 or 16. |
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| flea dip | Apr 15 2009, 09:26 PM Post #62 |
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According to Terri Nunn's Wiki page, her show biz career started in the 1970s, and she is still active ("Years active: 1978–present"). (Nunn was the lead singer of 1980s band Berlin.) Nunn is approximately 48 years old. From the Wiki page:
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| flea dip | May 6 2009, 03:19 PM Post #63 |
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More reasons not to be impressed by Madonna's 25+ year long stint in show biz: 1.) Rod Stewart 2.) Air Supply 3.) The Doobie Brothers (1) Rod Stewart booked at BOK Aug. 20
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| flea dip | May 17 2009, 05:49 PM Post #64 |
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I think I mentioned Donna Summer a page or two back in this thread. Donna Summer's A Floridian And She's Playing With "Crayons"
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| Melissa | May 21 2009, 06:22 PM Post #65 |
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I've got another gal to add to the list: Broadway diva Patti LuPone. Here's her bio, written by me: --------------------- Patti LuPone was born April 21st, 1949 in Northport, NY, and is of Italian and Sicilian ethnicity. Her great-grand-aunt was celebrated opera singer Adelina Patti. Ms. LuPone's natural gift for performance was honed at Julliard, the most celebrated and elite performing arts school in America, and she is a member of the first graduating class of Julliard's Drama Division. Prior to her schooling in Julliard, she trained her voice under the direction of renowned vocal coach Esther Scott. In 1972, she joined the Acting Company, a nationally touring theatre troupe started by John Houseman. She remained with the troupe from its induction until 1976, and appeared in 16 of their productions. During this time, she received her first Tony award for her performance in one of those plays: The Robber Bridegroom. She was 26 at the time. She then made her Broadway debut in the play Three Sisters. In 1976, she was hired to play in the production The Baker's Wife. But, sadly, the play had been troubled from the beginning and closed down before ever reaching Broadway. From 1977 onward, she's collaborated with David Mamet several times, appearing in 7 of his plays. In 1978, she appeared in the Broadway musical adaptation of Studs Terkel's Working. Finally, in 1979, she achieved acclaim for originating the title role of Evita. For her performance as the First Lady of Argentina she earned another Tony award, and several other honours. In 1983, she regrouped with the other Acting Company alumni for a new performance of one of their earlier productions: The Cradle Will Rock. It toured throughout the US, and finally ended in London's West End. In 1985, she originated the role of Fantine in the musical Les Miserables. For her performance in the musical, she became the first American actress to receive an Olivier award. Then, in 1987, she returned to Broadway to star in the massively popular revival of Anything Goes. In 1993, she returned to the West End to originate the role of Norma Desmond in the debut of the musical adaptation of Sunset Boulevard. She was also slated to star in the Broadway production, but Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber breached contract by re-casting the role at the last minute. LuPone sued Webber and the case was settled out of court, with Webber paying the full damages for the breach of contract. In 1995, she returned to Broadway in a one-woman show, Patti LuPone on Broadway. It netted her an Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Solo Performance. In 1998, she was selected by legendary producer Robert Whitehead to replace his wife, the equally renowned Zoe Caldwell, in the Broadway production of Master Class. LuPone received rave reviews in New York and later took the play to the West End. In 2001, she starred in a Broadway revival of Noises Off. During 2000 and 2001, she also appeared as Mrs. Lovett in the concert tour revival of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber Of Fleet Street, opposite the most definitive Sweeney of them all, George Hearn. (In fact, it's the recordings of the 2000 New York concert and the 2001 San Francisco concert versions, on CD and DVD respectively, that made me aware and truly appreciative of the depth of her talent.) She has also appeared in concert productions of other musicals, including Pal Joey in 1995; Annie Get Your Gun in 1998; Anything Goes, Candide and Can-Can in 2004; and Passion in 2005. Between 2001 and 2007, she appeared regularly at the Ravinia Festival, starring in a series of concert presentations of Stephen Sondheim's musicals in honour of the composer's 70th birthday. Among these performances was the 2005 Broadway revival of Sweeney Todd, this time opposite Michael Cerveris, and the 2006 revival of Gypsy. She won another Tony award for the '05 Sweeney revival, as well as the Golden Icon Award for Best Female Musical Theatre Performance. She also won for her performance in Gypsy won the Outer Critics Circle Award, the Drama League Award, the Drama Desk Award, and yet another Tony award. Due to the popularity of her run in Gypsy, the production was extended and finally closed in January 2009. LuPone also performs regularly across the country in her solo shows Matters of the Heart; Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda; and The Lady With the Torch, which sold out at Carnegie Hall. In 2009, likely due to renewed interest in Les Miz caused by reality television contestant Susan Boyle, LuPone's 1985 recording of "I Dreamed a Dream" reached the UK Singles Chart as well as the Billboard magazine Hot Digital Songs and Hot Singles Recurrents charts in the US. She has graciously complimented Susan Boyle on the rendition, having stated that music isn't only about technique but also emotion. She has appeared in 16 movies, and among her film credits are Driving Miss Daisy, the critically acclaimed State and Main, and The Summer Of Sam (the latter of which features her only on-screen nude scene, with Patti at the age of 50 by then). LuPone also played Libby Thatcher on the TV drama Life Goes On, which ran on ABC from 1989 to 1993. She also starred in the made-for-TV movie The Song Spinner, for which she was nominated for an Emmy. She also played Lady Bird Johnson in the TV movie, LBJ in 1988, and married her husband Matthew Johnston on the Vivian Beaumont stage at Lincoln Center after production for LBJ wrapped. She has made numerous guest appearances on Frasier, Ugly Betty, Will & Grace and 30 Rock. She also has a recurring guest spot on the final season of the hit HBO series Oz, and made a cameo appearance on an episode of Saturday Night Live that was hosted by Kelsey Grammer. --------------------- So, to shorten it for Madonna's idiot fans, Patti LuPone's a four-time Tony award winner (something Madonna will never achieve because, unlike Manny, Patti can act and sing... and she does both quite well!), and portrayed Evita more than a decade before Madonna did. Patti's been rocking the stage for the past 37 years, and has been famous in the theatre world for most of that time. Ms. LuPone is a talent I truly am envious and admiring of. And, at 60, she's showing no signs of slowing down. |
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| SheSucks | May 29 2009, 03:31 PM Post #66 |
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I know this was posted a while back, just wanted to say that Depeche Mode is also my favorite band!!! I've been a HUGE fan since the 80's. They have millions of times more talent than Madonna could ever dream of pretending to have or her fans wishing she had! The sad thing is that a person even tried to compare her to them musically, made me listen to a song of hers, trying to tell me it is similar to Depeche Mode. |
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| flea dip | Jun 4 2009, 03:24 PM Post #67 |
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Koko Taylor, Queen Of The Blues, Dead At 80
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| Transdonna | Jul 30 2009, 07:21 PM Post #68 |
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Metallica and AC/DC are still going strong, and I think both of these bands were putting out albums before Madonna was. If you want to make a comparison: Madonna's last album, Hard Candy, sold less than 1 million copies in the US. Metallica's latest album sold almost 2 million copies, and AC/DC's sold about 2.1 million. Also, both of these bands do much better in catalog sales than Madonna does. Madonna's back catalog doesn't sell well at all. When was the last time someone rushed into the CD store to buy "Ray of Light" or "True Blue"? |
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| flea dip | Aug 13 2009, 12:06 PM Post #69 |
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Two people mentioned below: 1- Les Paul 2- Paul McCartney Guitar legend-inventor Les Paul dies at age 94
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| Rayca | Aug 25 2009, 02:27 PM Post #70 |
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I really don't know what thread to put this in, so I stuck it here. I was reading the Joni Mitchell wikipedia and it mentions women she has influenced. That would be just about every woman in rock, pop, jazz, etc. She is one of the most amazing artists of all time, in my view. Of course, madonna (small m, she doesn't deserve a capital) was influenced by her. I can't think of two people further apart and therefore, they are not comparable. Joni is a genius. madonna is a junkyard dog. Here's the wiki url and madonna's quote: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joni_Mitchell Influences on other artists Mitchell's work has had an influence on artists as disparate as Tori Amos, Alanis Morissette, Björk, Counting Crows, Stevie Nicks, Jeff Buckley, Clannad, Elvis Costello, Dan Fogelberg, Janet Jackson, Maynard James Keenan (Tool), Cyndi Lauper, Annie Lennox, Madonna, Frank Turner, Chan Marshall (Cat Power), George Michael, Morrissey, Juice Newton, Conor Oberst, Prince, The Roots, Roxette, The Sundays, Sonic Youth, Fiona Apple, Holly Brook, KT Tunstall, Seal, and Schuyler Fisk. For instance, Prince's song "The Ballad of Dorothy Parker" on the album Sign 'O' the Times (1987), pays tribute to Mitchell, both through his evocative Mitchell-like harmonies and through the use of one of Mitchell's own techniques: as in Mitchell's song "This Flight Tonight", Prince references a song in his lyrics (Joni's own "Help Me") as the music begins to emulate the chords and melody of that song. Another Mitchell reference left by Prince can also be seen on the back cover of his 1981 Controversy record, where one of the headlines reads "★JONI★". Madonna has also cited Mitchell as the first female artist that really spoke to her as a teenager; "I was really, really into Joni Mitchell. I knew every word to Court and Spark; I worshiped her when I was in high school. Blue is amazing. I would have to say of all the women I've heard, she had the most profound effect on me from a lyrical point of view." What? You are comparing your lyrics to hers? How insulting can you get, you wench! BTW...Joni was voted 72nd in Rolling Stone's "Best Guitarist OF ALL TIME." She was the only woman to make the list. |
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| flea dip | Aug 25 2009, 03:03 PM Post #71 |
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That information could also fit well in the "Feminist" thread. |
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| lisawasbeingboring | Aug 29 2009, 09:39 PM Post #72 |
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TORONTO — Nearly three decades into their career, the synth-pop trailblazing Pet Shop Boys are finding renewed success with their 10th album, "Yes." And they aren't the least bit surprised. "Yes, I thought it would get a good response because I think it's a really, really strong pop album," singer Neil Tennant told The Canadian Press in a telephone interview. "I think there were some people who sort of don't think you should be able to make a strong album when you've been around this long. " "In fact, when you listen to ('Yes'), I think it's got a lot of energy, a pop energy, but melodically I think the first half of the album sounds like a greatest hits album. It's just one amazing melodic pop song after another. " "And I know because musicians like it - many musicians have said to me: 'Your album's really great.' You know, musicians respond to that kind of thing." Thus far, musicians aren't the only ones responding to the new material. "Yes" debuted at No. 32 on the Billboard 200 - the British duo's highest chart position since 1993's "Very" bowed at No. 20 - and ebullient first single "Love Etc." became the 10th track by the group to top Billboard's dance chart, a new record. On Saturday, the Pet Shop Boys launch an extensive North American tour with a show in Montreal. Dates are also scheduled in Vancouver and Toronto. For more on the article here is the link http://www.google.com/hostednews/canadianp...IulqWO3Xdu5z72A I heard the record, and it's excellent. My favorite track is 'All over the world'. |
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| Transdonna | Sep 9 2009, 02:08 AM Post #73 |
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Don't forget Whitney Houston! Her comeback album reportedly debuted 300,000 copies sold this week |
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| flea dip | Sep 9 2009, 05:56 PM Post #74 |
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Beatles For Sale Excerpts:
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| flea dip | Oct 8 2009, 10:32 AM Post #75 |
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At 67, Streisand Out-Sells Madonna
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| anshirk | Oct 31 2009, 05:35 AM Post #76 |
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madonna go away
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I just came across this artist. Howard Jones has 26 years to his career. He is 54 years old. One of his record labels was Warner. He was the singer famed for his song "Things Can Only Get Better". The label mostly interested in marketing and generating money from sleazy artists like madoona. Howard Jones released ‘Soon You’ll Go’ on October 26th 2009. The album ‘Ordinary Heroes’ will be released on November 9th 2009. Howard Jones- Wiki Link Howard Jones Releases ‘ORDINARY HEROES’ |
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| anshirk | Nov 30 2009, 05:42 AM Post #77 |
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I remembered this musician everybody watched his show,:notworthy: Lawrence Welk has worked from 1920 to 1982, 62 years in the music industry, his show "The Lawrence Welk Show" ran for 31 years. He was married to one person for 61 years. "A-one, an-a-two" Lawrence Welk - Wiki |
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| flea dip | Dec 22 2009, 09:03 PM Post #78 |
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Wayne Newton is being interviewed on FOX cable right now: the graphic at the bottom of the screen says he's been entertaining in Vegas for FIFTY years now. Here's a page* which mentions it:
Wayne Newton celebrates 50 years in Las Vegas - Salt Lake Tribune MR. LAS VEGAS, WAYNE NEWTON, CELEBRATES 50 YEARS ON THE STRIP Wayne Newton's last show after 50 years in Las Vegas
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| Rayca | Dec 23 2009, 04:15 PM Post #79 |
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And don't forget, that's just Las Vegas. He was a huge star for years before Vegas. He was a teen idol with the big hit Danke Schoen, which debuted in 1961 !!! He was 21 years old. He was a sensation, looked much younger than 21 and was on every variety show, magazine, etc. you can think of. He had to go to Vegas because the demand for his performances was overwhelming. |
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| anshirk | Dec 26 2009, 08:25 AM Post #80 |
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Gurdas Maan: Age 52 more than 30 years experience, he initially started singing in Gurudwaras from childhood. People may not know of him or heard of this musician he is bigger than Madonna, older too and has much more experience and still tours, he is a successful actor also. Somewhere someone had written he topped concert ticket sales in Canada, not able to get the data, highest ever than any other singer world wide. Gurdas Mann fans showers him with money. (Link Below) What does Madoona think of herself she only puts her hands down her pants and wiggles her crotch on stage. Gurdas Maan - WIKI GURDAS MAAN UK TOUR 2009 Gurdas Mann being showered with currency The King of Punjabi Folk music AKA "The Living Legend" Gurdas Maan is back for another tour of the UK starting from the 4th of April 2009. This magical musical extravaganza will see the biggest name in Punjabi music entertain over 35 000 fans in 6 different cities throughout the UK. Since his 2007 sell out tour in the UK, Gurdas Maan has toured America, New Zealand, and Canada; released the biggest selling Punjabi album of the year 08’ and starred in two Punjabi films. A legend, ambassador, icon and global superstar, Gurdas Maan has been performing in the UK since 1987. He has established himself in the Punjabi music industry with a library of great hits under his belt and amassed a huge fan base. From his early 1980s music releases, Gurdas Maan has managed to maintain a distinct and soul stirring sound to his music. As an artist his ability to express emotions, feelings and real life issues has managed him to capture the hearts of many. Winning numerous awards and selling hundreds of thousands of albums, Gurdas Maan has been with some of the leading music labels in the world including; HMV, T-Series, Tips Music and Sony BMG. He is the only artist from India at this moment in time that is capable of achieving a “sell out” at the NEC Arena (Birmingham) and Wembley Arena (London). He performs as a solo artist, has no other supporting acts and can provide a 3 hour live, interactive, mesmerising and unforgettable stage show. Recent concerts in the UK have enlisted a number of Bollywoods “A listers”. They have also been held at these high capacity arenas; however they have failed to generate the same crowd turnover as Gurdas Maan. He is the mind, body and soul of Punjabi music and can be easily recognised as one of the world’s most talented artists, not just within India but on a global scale. UK BOX OFFICE is proud to be associated with Gurdas Maan for his UK TOUR 2009. Tickets for this major event will be available from all listed tickets agents, the venue box office and also directly from UK BOX OFFICE |
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