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And Another Thing: also in the West Midlands this weekend
Gym Class Heroes The New York-based hip-hop poppers come to the UK to promote new album The Quilt, released last week. Previously best known for their Supertramp-sampling Top 5 single, Cupid's Chokehold, the group are now back in the spotlight thanks to frontman Travis McCoy's lady friend being none other than girl of the hour Katy Perry. Fri Sep 19, Carling Academy 2, 52-54 Dale End, Birmingham. 6pm, £13, sold out, returns only. Tel: 0844 477 2000. www.gymclassheroes.com
Signature It might feel like a lifetime ago in the world of reality TV, but it's actually been less than four months since dance duo Signature shook into second place on Britain's Got Talent with their strange but brilliant mash-up of Michael Jackson routines and bhangra. While that little tyke George Sampson lights up the West End, the duo are thrilling the crowds in Walsall.
http://www.metro.co.uk/metrolife/ar...s_weekend&in_article_id=315355&in_page_id=257
London Kids, Tokyo Orchestra Wait for News on Lehman Grants
Some Lehman grantees, such as the Apollo Theater Foundation Inc., are caught in the middle. The nonprofit group, which runs the entertainment venue in Harlem that helped launch the careers of Billie Holliday, Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson, is set to receive a total of $1 million from Lehman between 2007 and 2011.
Stolen Subaru found by buddy
BAR HARBOR — When Carl Davis stepped outside to go to work the morning of Sept. 8, he could see immediately that his day was not going to go exactly according to plan. His car, parked as usual in his Prospect Avenue driveway the night before, was nowhere to be seen.
After a long, fruitless walk through town looking for the vehicle, the sad truth became apparent to Mr. Davis – his beloved 1990 Subaru wagon, given to him three years ago by his grandfather, had been stolen.
Just three days later, though, Mr. Davis got a call from a friend who was driving through Ellsworth – he’d just seen the car parked in front of the White Birches restaurant, hotel and golf course, just over the town line in Hancock. A couple of hours later, the wagon was back in Mr. Davis’ driveway, with nothing more missing than a quarter tank of gas.
After a long, fruitless walk through town looking for the vehicle, the sad truth became apparent to Mr. Davis – his beloved 1990 Subaru wagon, given to him three years ago by his grandfather, had been stolen.
Just three days later, though, Mr. Davis got a call from a friend who was driving through Ellsworth – he’d just seen the car parked in front of the White Birches restaurant, hotel and golf course, just over the town line in Hancock. A couple of hours later, the wagon was back in Mr. Davis’ driveway, with nothing more missing than a quarter tank of gas.
The car was reported stolen on the day Mr. Davis discovered it gone, but it is highly unlikely that a culprit will ever be identified, Officer Thom Tardiff of the Bar Harbor Police Department said, because there are absolutely no clues to go by. Mr. Davis said he is left with many questions.
“I’m sure that there was a pretty good story that night on the other end, and I’d like to hear it,” he said. “I hope that they enjoyed driving my car as much as I do. I’m just glad to have it back.”
The grandfather who gave him the Subaru recently passed away.
The night the car was stolen, it was parked in the driveway with the keys in it, Mr. Davis said, a habit that he has always been in and “actually one of the main reasons I live here in Maine.” He never expected to find the “run of the mill” wagon stolen, he said.
“It’s not a fancy car at all. It’s got some clunks when you turn and some dents in the sides … and it’s full of trash at this time as well,” he said. “So, it didn’t seem like a very appealing car to steal for a joyride.”
Grady Holloway, Mr. Davis’ friend who spotted the car, “is the big hero in this whole story,” Mr. Davis said.
“I’m sure that there was a pretty good story that night on the other end, and I’d like to hear it,” he said. “I hope that they enjoyed driving my car as much as I do. I’m just glad to have it back.”
The grandfather who gave him the Subaru recently passed away.
The night the car was stolen, it was parked in the driveway with the keys in it, Mr. Davis said, a habit that he has always been in and “actually one of the main reasons I live here in Maine.” He never expected to find the “run of the mill” wagon stolen, he said.
“It’s not a fancy car at all. It’s got some clunks when you turn and some dents in the sides … and it’s full of trash at this time as well,” he said. “So, it didn’t seem like a very appealing car to steal for a joyride.”
Grady Holloway, Mr. Davis’ friend who spotted the car, “is the big hero in this whole story,” Mr. Davis said.
“After I saw the car, I went up to the motel, and gave them Carl’s name and number and told them he was coming,” Mr. Holloway said. “They asked if it was stolen, and I said yes. They laughed, and said the state police had been parked right next to it for two days, monitoring traffic.”
Everything in the car was left as it was, including a six pack of Red Stripe beer Mr. Davis had forgotten to take inside the night before, he said. A Michael Jackson tape he had in the tape player was still playing when he started the car.
Mr. Davis said he is making an effort to take the keys out of the car when he parks it, although a lifetime habit is hard to break. “Generally, I’m trying to keep the keys with me now,” he said
Everything in the car was left as it was, including a six pack of Red Stripe beer Mr. Davis had forgotten to take inside the night before, he said. A Michael Jackson tape he had in the tape player was still playing when he started the car.
Mr. Davis said he is making an effort to take the keys out of the car when he parks it, although a lifetime habit is hard to break. “Generally, I’m trying to keep the keys with me now,” he said
No video, no problem for artists on YouTube
ATLANTA - When Ludacris' manager wanted to create buzz for his client's upcoming CD, he went directly to YouTube.com. But instead of releasing a flashy video for Ludacris' song Let's Stay Together, Chaka Zulu just uploaded the track directly to the site with a just picture of the rapper as accompaniment.
"You actually get to visualise the music," said Zulu, who is also co-founder of Ludacris' Disturbing tha Peace label. "Even if it's not a real video, music is emotion. Music has a concept and theme."
"You actually get to visualise the music," said Zulu, who is also co-founder of Ludacris' Disturbing tha Peace label. "Even if it's not a real video, music is emotion. Music has a concept and theme."
Though YouTube is known as the internet's greatest video warehouse, it's becoming known as the place to find new music, no video needed. Put in the name of your favourite artist and there's chance that besides an assortment of their videos, you'll find a song with perhaps just a picture or a montage of photos to accompany it - and it still gets thousands of views.
If anyone wants to hear Akon's remake of Michael Jackson's Wanna Be Starting Something, it's there. Someone yearning for the new Guns N' Roses track Shackler's Revenge or T.I.'s new release Live Your Life featuring Rihanna, all it takes is a quick search of their name and song title. No problem. While some of the songs are posted directly by an artist's camp, others are uploaded by fans eager to share and discuss new music by their favourite act.
If anyone wants to hear Akon's remake of Michael Jackson's Wanna Be Starting Something, it's there. Someone yearning for the new Guns N' Roses track Shackler's Revenge or T.I.'s new release Live Your Life featuring Rihanna, all it takes is a quick search of their name and song title. No problem. While some of the songs are posted directly by an artist's camp, others are uploaded by fans eager to share and discuss new music by their favourite act.
DJ Sickamore, who was director of A&R at Atlantic Records for two years and now has his own entertainment management company, says YouTube is a simpler way to listen to music on the internet.
"Other file hosting sites have too many steps," said DJ Sickamore. "If I like a song, I can hear it instantly without any problems. You definitely have to take advantage of this tool."
Zulu first noticed the power of YouTube sans video two years ago when he posted Ludacris' song War with God with just the rapper's picture as a visual on the site. Soon after, Zulu's BlackBerry was bombarded with text messages.
"It had the internet going crazy," recalled Zulu. "I was getting tons of messages about how they loved it. I didn't know that many people heard it.
"It's a viable marketing tool for us now," he added.
Country star Taylor Swift has also caught on. For the upcoming November release of her sophomore CD Fearless, Swift, along with her label, hopes to create a picture or video montage for each of the CD's tracks for YouTube. So far, she's enjoyed checking out the fan-created postings of her songs on YouTube.
"It's like having another video," said Swift, 18. "For me, it's a chance to see someone else's take on my music. I embrace that and think it's cool."
"Other file hosting sites have too many steps," said DJ Sickamore. "If I like a song, I can hear it instantly without any problems. You definitely have to take advantage of this tool."
Zulu first noticed the power of YouTube sans video two years ago when he posted Ludacris' song War with God with just the rapper's picture as a visual on the site. Soon after, Zulu's BlackBerry was bombarded with text messages.
"It had the internet going crazy," recalled Zulu. "I was getting tons of messages about how they loved it. I didn't know that many people heard it.
"It's a viable marketing tool for us now," he added.
Country star Taylor Swift has also caught on. For the upcoming November release of her sophomore CD Fearless, Swift, along with her label, hopes to create a picture or video montage for each of the CD's tracks for YouTube. So far, she's enjoyed checking out the fan-created postings of her songs on YouTube.
"It's like having another video," said Swift, 18. "For me, it's a chance to see someone else's take on my music. I embrace that and think it's cool."
We know Howard can play, but there's little value in what he has to say
Josh Howard may not be the Dallas Mavericks' best player, but he's their most complete player. He has a better post-up game than Dirk Nowitzki and better all-around skills than anyone else on their roster. Until six months ago he was universally recognized as the Mavs' best chance at capturing a championship, so much so that seemingly every team in the National Basketball Association inquired about his availability.
Now he's known these days as the franchise's resident idiot, someone who is gainfully employed solely because of his ability to bounce and shoot a basketball. A character seemingly destined to embarrass his way into exile from a league that's garnered him millions of dollars because he won't stop perpetuating his ignorance and hostility to the masses, simultaneously casting an ominous shadow over his contemporaries.
"I have no comment," Cuban said Thursday via e-mail, moonwalking away in classic Michael Jackson fashion.
Macca To Play Israel Despite Threats
Paul McCartney says he’s going ahead with his Sept. 25 show in Tel Aviv’s Hayarkon Park despite being told his life would be in danger. “I was approached by different groups and political bodies who asked me not to come. I refused,” McCartney told Israeli daily Yediot Aharonoth. “I do what I think, and I have many friends who support Israel.”
Some U.K. papers have reported that Macca’s visit may prompt a terrorist attack and the Daily Mail quoted a Muslim cleric warning the former Beatle he’ll be killed by suicide bombers if he plays in Israel.
Some U.K. papers have reported that Macca’s visit may prompt a terrorist attack and the Daily Mail quoted a Muslim cleric warning the former Beatle he’ll be killed by suicide bombers if he plays in Israel.
Other acts to have played Hayarkon Park include Madonna, Michael Jackson, Metallica, Elton John, U2, Guns N’ Roses, David Bowie, Dire Straits and Westlife.
India to Host 2008 Live Earth Event to Raise Awareness for Climate in Crisis
MUMBAI, India, Sep 18, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- On December 7, 2008, Live Earth India, this year's concert for a climate in crisis, will feature world-renowned musicians and performers, environmental advocates and celebrities from India, the U.S. and all over the globe. Live Earth India will feature personal and policy solutions to the climate crisis, offer support for India's most important environmental issues and causes, and provide a platform so India can continue its global climate leadership. Former U.S. Vice President Al Gore, who participated in the press announcement live via satellite, said India should lead the world by committing to produce all of its new energy in the electricity sector from clean and renewable sources within the next 10 years.
"Live Earth's mission is to cultivate grassroots and worldwide awareness of and solutions for environmental issues that affect us all. Awareness activates change and important issues deserve a global platform," said Kevin Wall, founder of Live Earth. "That's why the stage for Live Earth India will host some of the biggest artists from India to the U.S. and beyond, while we bring India to the world. And the world has a lot to learn from traditional Indian culture about sustainability."
Having produced some of the world's most ambitious, media-convergent live musical events, Kevin Wall is Executive Producer and founder of Live Earth. On 07/07/07, Wall produced the 24-hour, seven-continent concert series "Live Earth: Concerts for a Climate in Crisis," which reached an estimated global audience of 2 billion. He designed the multimedia architecture and enlisted more than 150 headlining artists to raise awareness for the urgent global climate crises, and 07/07/07 was named the most watched online entertainment event in history. Wall also executive produced "Live 8," which earned him an Emmy(R) Award as it motivated millions worldwide to take action on and donate to aid to Africa. His prestigious career includes producing Bob Dylan's "30th Anniversary Concert Celebration" at Madison Square Garden, Michael Jackson's "The Dangerous Tour" live in Bucharest, "Amnesty International: Human Rights Now," and specials for Madonna, Prince, Eric Clapton and Elton John.
Today in
Michael Jackson History
Michael Jackson History
1981 - A video of the Jacksons' "The Triumph (Can You Feel It)" was aired on "American Bandstand."
1987 - Michael Jackson's "I Just Can't Stop Loving You" hit #1 on the U.S. Hot 100 and R&B charts.
1998 - Michael Jackson was listed as the #1 male artist in Billboard Magazines's 40th Anniversary release.
1991 - An episode of "The Simpsons" aired that featured a voiceover by Michael Jackson.
1992 - Michael Jackson's "Jam" hit #13 in the U.K.
1992 - HBO taped a Michael Jackson show in Bucharest, Romania. They broadcasted the show on October 10th under the name "From Bucharest - The Dangerous Tour."
1998 - Billboard Magazine celebrated the 40th anniversary of their "singles chart" by compiling a list of th top songs over the past four decades. They listed Michael Jackson as the #1 male artist with the "Most #1 hits."
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