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'Born' DVDs Capture Exuberant E Street Band November 03, 2005 When Bruce Springsteen handed over a wealth of unlabeled concert film footage from a 1975 show at London's Hammersmith Odeon to editor Thom Zimny in 2004, neither party knew for sure what was inside. But after a year of painstaking restoration, the full show will be seen for the first time on Columbia's 30th anniversary edition of Springsteen's classic album "Born To Run," due Nov. 15. "Slowly but surely, we pieced it together song by song," Zimny said of the footage last night (Nov. 2) during a screening in New York. Zimny spent months synching up silent film from a four-camera shoot with the 24-track audiotapes from the concert, the E Street Band's first on English soil. "This was a young band that just finished a new album," Zimny said. "The energy comes across in the film. 'Born To Run' is not an anthem yet -- it's in the middle of the set." Indeed, dressed in colorful suits and hats, Springsteen and company are beyond exuberant on stage, storming through favorites like "Rosalita," "It's Hard To Be a Saint in the City" and "She's the One." Although footage from several other notable shows during this era (including a stint at New York's Bottom Line) has circulated in bootleg form for years, Zimny says the Hammersmith film "is the best representation of 1975" that exists. The DVD also includes three songs from a 1973 show in Los Angeles, the original film of which was in such bad shape that it required frame-by-frame retouching in Photoshop. Described by Springsteen as an album intended to capture the feeling of "one endless summer night," "Born To Run" also features a revealing documentary about its genesis, including newly shot footage of Springsteen explaining the songs at the piano interspersed with recollections from current and former E Street Band members. "The whole score is made up of outtakes and demos," Zimny said. "Even the DVD menus have outtakes of them talking in the studio." Present-day Springsteen is shown listening in wonder to the basic instrumental track that was recorded of "Born To Run," as well as other aborted versions of the song that included a string section and multi-tracked backing vocals. Noting that the band spent six months hemming and hawing over a final take of the tune, guitarist Steven Van Zandt observes with a laugh, "A song should take three hours, not six months!"

Eric Clapton has renewed his deal with Reprise, for whom he has recorded since 1983. Since Nielsen SoundScan began tabulating sales in 1991, the artist has sold 15.2 million copies of his Reprise releases in the United States, according to Nielsen SoundScan. "I am happy to continue my relationship with Reprise Records," Clapton says. "We've done a lot in the past 25 years, and there's still plenty of music yet to be made." The artist just concluded a three-night stand at New York's Madison Square Garden with Cream; a live album from the trio's May run in London was recently issued by Reprise. Although it is unknown what Clapton's next project will be, he will presumably devote time to writing his memoirs for Random House, which is due for a 2007 release to coincide with a North American tour and a boxed set.

Lohan, Leto Sign On For Lennon Film November 3, 2005 Variety reports that Lindsay Lohan and Jared Leto, two actors who have been focusing on music lately, are set to star in Chapter 27, a film about events surrounding the murder of John Lennon. The independent flick will star Lohan as a fan of Lennon, who befriends Lennon's killer, Mark Chapman, in the days leading up to December 8, 1980. It is currently unknown who will portray Lennon.

Rock Legends Enter UK Hall of Fame Jimi Hendrix, The Who and Black Sabbath will be inducted Nov. 16. Thursday, November 3, 2005 Rock legends Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan, Black Sabbath and Pink Floyd are among the musicians who will enter the UK Music Hall of Fame next month. The star-studded ceremony will take place at London's Alexandra Palace venue on November 16. The Kinks, The Who, New Order Joy Division and late DJ John Peel will also be honored. Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne will attend the event with his wife Sharon and his three children Aimee, Kelly and Jack. He says, "For once in my life I am speechless, but very happy and honored."

I know his songs from my parents listening to his music, and I love his voice, but I know nothing about him other than his daughter is Natalie Cole. Give me what ya got.

The only thing about that pic..is neither one of them looks like they are happy, you know what I mean. Just like hey here we are...what more do you want...but then they were chics with attitude!

Yes we would Edna...funny you posted that pic, I have it on a postcard on my bedroom mirror!

I didn't know about that, interesting. I think it is an ok thing, just a few joints is nothing to have the cops busting down your doors for, there are more serious drugs on the streets. I live in small town Ohio and in my area they have been so many meth labs being busted, now that is a good thing. But pot, come on, so many are using it that have cancer. I say ok to having it legal for just a few joints.

Man was Keith the ultimate great looking bad guy or what!!!

Thanks for the nice comments...there may be more to come...I will have to look over my writings.

The Dave Matthews Band's four-night stand at Colorado's Red Rocks Amphitheater in September 2005 will soon be available to fans in various live CD and DVD formats. Weekend On The Rocks will feature the highlights of all four nights and will be available as a two-CD, one-DVD package. The Complete Weekend On The Rocks will feature the four full-length shows and will be available as an eight-CD, one-DVD set and an eight-CD digital download. Fans who preorder Weekend On The Rocks and The Complete Weekend On The Rocks from DaveMatthewsBand.com will receive a free Red Rocks sticker and be entered to win an out-of-print Red Rocks Amphitheater Event Poster, framed, autographed and personalized by Dave Matthews. The two-CD, one-DVD version will be available on November 29, and the complete box set is due around December 12.

Ross, Gordy Reunite For 'Lady' DVD The cast and crew of "Lady Sings the Blues" gathered on the Paramount lot last night (Nov. 1) in Los Angeles to celebrate the DVD release of the 1972 Billie Holiday biopic, "Lady Sings the Blues." "You know, it's reunion time, which is so wonderful," the film's star, Diana Ross, said. "You don't get a chance to get everybody all together. And it's so wonderful to see Billy Dee [Williams] and to see B.G. [Motown Records founder and the film's executive producer Berry Gordy] and to see some of the Motown people." Holiday purists aside (many have dubbed the film useless as a biography), "Lady Sings the Blues" earned considerable critical praise and five Oscar nominations, including one for Ross. "It was my first film, you know, and my acting debut," Ross recalled. "It was, like, the one that gave me a chance to believe that I could do this. It was very exciting." Film and TV producer Suzanne de Passe (an Oscar nominee for the "Lady" screenplay) explained the film's long-delayed Nov. 8 DVD was "because there were aspects of the deal that belonged to Paramount and also belonged to Mr. Gordy. And I think it took all this time for people to read what they had and come together and make it happen." When the two camps finally came to terms, Paramount recruited virtually all the surviving principals for the DVD's bonus features, much of which revolves around Gordy. "You know, he's so special," said Ross. "It's just so amazing to me. Nobody thanks him enough, because it's not just this film that he needs to be thanked for. All those people at Motown, and all those artists that are out there today sampling music because of what Motown did, that's because of him." It's no wonder Ross has such a soft spot for her old boss, who refused to let "Lady" be made with anyone but her in the lead. "Cinema Center Films in New York turned us down with Diana, because they wanted someone else to play the part," he recalled. That is a movie I need to watch again...been a long time and I am a Billie Holiday fan.

Today in Dick Clark's American Bandstand History 1960 - Johnny Burnette performed "You're 16" on "American Bandstand." 1973 - Tavares performed "Check It Out" on "American Bandstand." 1984 - Matthew Wilder performed "Bouncin' Off the Walls" on "American Bandstand." 1984 - The Core Hart video for "It Ain't Enough" was aired on "American Bandstand." 1984 - Honeymoon Suite performed "New Girl Now" on "American Bandstand."

1587 - Composer Samuel Scheidt was born. 1801 - Composer Vincenzo Bellini was born. 1957 - Sun Records released "Great Balls of Fire" by Jerry Lee Lewis. 1957 - "At the Hop" was released by Danny & the Juniors. 1972 - James Taylor and Carly Simon were married. They separated in 1982 and were divorced later. 1977 - During a concert in London, Elton John announced that he was retiring from live performances. He resumed touring on February 3, 1979 in Sweden. 1988 - The U2 concert movie "Rattle And Hum" opened. 1992 - "Keep The Faith" by Bon Jovi was released. It was their first album in 5 years. 1995 - An out of court settlement was reached by Hootie and the Blowfish and Bob Dylan concerning the group's unauthorized use of Dylan's lyrics in their song "Only Want To Be With You." 1997 - John Denver's last recording, "The Unplugged Collection," was released in the UK. 1998 - In the U.S., Alanis Morissette's "Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie," Beck's "Mutations," Celine Dion's "These Are Special Times," U2's "The Best of 1980-1990," and the John Lennon boxed set "Anthology" were released. 1998 - The live Bee Gees album "One Night Only" was released.

CeeCee...that is why I am so drawn to Janis also...yes her voice is amazing and one of a kind but her emotional state I so idetify with...and I am still looking for that one true love as she did her fast and short life.

This came to me late last night...if you could for one day become one of your favorite artists, who would it be? Live their life for 24 hours. I would pick Janis Joplin...of course she is my favorite, but more to feel what she had in her soul. I have read so much about her, and I know her life had a great deal of pain, and heartache and she longed for that one true love. I would like to know what was really going on with her, and to have her voice for one day....WOW...so she is my choice. Who is yours??

Thanks...it has always been such a personal thing for me...feels weird seeing it knowing others can see.

That is cool....I also read yesterday that Clapton said they will not tour again. It was something he wanted to do and this is it...what a bummer.

VH1 Big In '05 Nominees Announced There was a lot of buzzworthy moments that had everyone talking this year. For example, Rapper Kanye West's infamous words for the President, Jude Law changing more than diapers with the nanny or Kate Moss's cocaine shame with her rocker boyfriend. Honoring of all of these events is the fourth annual VH1 Big In '05 Awards. Premiering on Sunday, December 4 on VH1, the show will honor winners in categories that captured the year in music, news, politics, arts and gossip. This year's host will be actor and comedian D.L. Hughley. The category of "Big Music Artist" features nominees Mariah Carey, Green Day and Kelly Clarkson. The "Big Download" category honors the most popular digital tunes of the year, with Gwen Stefani's "Hollaback Girl," The Killers' "Mr. Brightside," Green Day's "Boulevard of Broken Dreams," The Black Eyed Peas' "Don't Phunk With My Heart" and Journey's "Don't Stop Believing" all in the running. Stefani is also for the "Big Stylin'" award, along with Jessica Simpson and Mr. Britney Spears himself, Kevin Federline. Tommy Lee and Bo Bice are both nominees for the "Big Reality Star" of the year. Journey is nominated once again, for "Big Old School Triumph," going up against INXS and The Fugees. And Kanye's aforementioned line about George W. Bush is among the nominees for "Big Quote." Viewers can begin voting for each category online from October 26 to November 16 at VH1's Web site. Performers, presenters and special guests will be announced as they are confirmed.

INXS Returns In Full Force With DVD, Sold-Out Tour If you were a fan of the show Rock Star: INXS, or perhaps if you missed the series and want to get up to speed, then look out for Rock Star: INXS The DVD on November 29. The DVD features the band's first-ever live performance with new singer J.D. Fortune, along with clips from other popular contestants on the show. The DVD shows INXS performing "Suicide Blonde," "Need You Tonight," "Never Tear Us Apart," "Don't Change" and the new single "Pretty Vegas" with Fortune, as well as bonus features like casting interviews, a backstage tour of the show and a VIP party at the Rock Star mansion. Meanwhile, fans can catch the real thing when INXS hits the road in January. The trek begins January 19 in Seattle, and some shows reportedly sold out within two hours. The band's new album, Switch, is due November 29. The 11-song set includes new tunes such as "Devil's Party," "Afterglow," "Perfect Stranger," and of course "Pretty Vegas." Last but not least, INXS has been nominated in the Old School Triumph category at this year's VH1 Big In '05 Awards. The awards show will premiere Sunday, December 4 on VH1. Just won't be the same without Michael...but fans seem to be cool, well some fans.

Sheryl Crow Added To AMAs, Thanksgiving Football November 2, 2005 Sheryl Crow will have a busy Thanksgiving week as she has been added to the lineup of performers for the 2005 American Music Awards, which will air live from the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on November 22 on ABC. Lindsay Lohan and Hilary Duff also have been added to the lineup, and Cedric The Entertainer will host the show. Additionally, Crow will make another live television performance on Thanksgiving Day at the Dallas Cowboys football game against the Denver Broncos. Crow's half time performance will kick off the Salvation Army's Red Kettle Christmas Campaign, which raises money to help those in poverty. The game, which will be televised nationally by CBS, will be held at Texas stadium. "I look forward to continuing the wonderful tradition established between The Salvation Army and the Dallas Cowboys," said Crow. "Both organizations help the needy in countless ways, and together, we can raise funds to offer hope to our neighbors in need during the Christmas season and year round."

I was told by someone to share my writings on here...I don't normally share my poems but I feel so at ease here, I will start...slowly. Forever Love A lifetime of beautiful memories you gave me, Our time together not long enough... Always wondering what might have been, Filled with sorrow that we had to end. You filled my heart with a love I had never known, My soul you touched with your tenderness... My breath you could take away, Loving you more each passing day. Sharing sadness and happiness in the night, Soft kisses and genlte whispers exchanged... Loving each other so wild and strong, Your touch I will forever long. Still hearing you say my name, Feeling your lips against mine.... Your body next to me, Wanting those moments frozen in time. No regrets I have of our love, A gift you were to me from the heavens... Finding my soul mate, I now know a little too late. Brought together by destiny, A love that will never die in our hearts... Torn apart by doubt, Trying hard but not able to work it out. Forever you will be my love, Never will I forget you my sweet man.... A glimmer of hope I hold in my heart, Even thought we are now apart.

I was informed there already is a thread for this so sorry for doing it again...I think too fast sometimes!

I do this every day as a part of my show and I thought why not share it with all of you. Feel free to add anything I have missed or comment on the ones posted if you remember the event. Something different... 1964 - The Dave Clark Five performed "Glad All Over" on "The Ed Sullivan Show." 1968 - George Harrison released the soundtrack "Wonderwall." He was the first Beatle to release a solo album. 1969 - Faces was added to Warner Brothers records. 1993 - Flavor Flav (Public Enemy) was arrested for allegedly trying to shoot another man in a dispute over a woman. William Drayton (Flavor Flav's real name) was charged with attempted murder, possession of a weapon and reckless endangerment. 1994 - Nirvana's "MTV Unplugged" performance was released as "MTV Unplugged in New York."

Children of the Sun ~ Billy Thorpe...I played it as a request today and I had the headphones on and it is awesome at the beginning!! Learn something new, or hear something new all the time!