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Hats Off to Mitch Mitchell

I bought the first Jimi Hendrix Experience album "Are You Experienced" the day it came out in August of 1967.I wore that LP out.Hendrix, Noel Redding and Mitchell took the music of the day to a new level. As long as there is recorded music to listen to, they will never be forgotten.2008 photo PORTLAND, Oregon (AP) -- Mitch Mitchell, drummer for the legendary Jimi Hendrix Experience of the 1960s and the group's last surviving member, was found dead in his hotel room early Wednesday. He was 61.

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This Soul Man is the Real Deal

Sam Moore, lead singer of legendary R&B duo Sam & Dave, was inducted last night into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in Youngstown, Ohio along with Fleetwood Mac, Queen, Journey, The Righteous Bros., Bread, The Pointer Sisters, Sly and The Family Stone and other legendary musical groups. Ironically, Moore believes parts of his life story, as well as his trademark and music, are being ripped off this weekend by the new movie “Soul Men” starring Samuel L., Jackson and the late Bernie Mac.

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GDT - 11/13/08 Blue Jackets VS Coyotes

Ok, Rick McNashsty and his boys are guarding their town.They are bringin a 3 game winning streak to the table. It will get ugly. After taking down the Oil, Montreal and the Flames, these boys think they are rollin deep and dirty. Our earlier season trouncing won’t mean squat to them except extra motivation to kick our asses. They’ll be lookin for another highlight reel, we’ll be looking for a 3 game streak of our own. All the pieces will be in place that whipped them the first time, but with

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To discuss Google failing the well-intended

this post). I'm sure there's a Backstreet Boys song that's appropriate for this moment- any ideas?- but, anyway, Diane, you're the best Diane I know. Diane. Diane. It's not like I lack experience with wrong names. I get called Adam all the time. All. The. Time. "Hi, my name's Andy." "Nice to meet you, Adam." "It's Andy." "Cool, Adam." "Andy." "Adam?" "No, Andy." "I'm not wearing pants." "What?" "Don't worry about it, Adam." "@$&@" A former co-worker of mine, who was a lovely person, thought

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On this Date in Beatles History 11-10

On this date in 1963, BBC-TV broadcast the Beatles‘ November 4th performance at the Royal Command Performance. On this date in 1965, the Beatles recorded the song, “The Word“. On this date in 1966, Newspapers around the world reported that Beatles will no longer be performing live concerts. On this date in 1967, the Beatles filmed three different promotional clips for the song, “Hello Goodbye“. Each was directed by Paul McCartney. On this date in 1971, the Frank Zappa film, “200 Motels” wa

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WHAT THEY SAID…

WHAT THEY SAID… 0648 by Jeff Hess Roldo Bartimole writes: Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson and all but one Cleveland City Council Mayor Frank Jacksonmember (Mike Polensek) thoughtlessly voted to give $1 million cash to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame & Museum for its induction dinner. Now that’s what I call absolutely disgusting. The poor feed the rich. This is business as usual in Cleveland. Mayor Jackson should break from the give-away policies of former mayors, George Voinovich and Michael W

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This Soul Man is the Real Deal

Forget New Film; Sam Moore Inducted into Vocal Group Hall of Fame YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio, Nov. 7 /PRNewswire/ — Sam Moore, lead singer of legendary R&B duo Sam & Dave, was inducted last night into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in Youngstown, Ohio along with Fleetwood Mac, Queen, Journey, The Righteous Bros., Bread, The Pointer Sisters, Sly and The Family Stone and other legendary musical groups. Ironically, Moore believes parts of his life story, as well as his trademark and music, are bein

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Rock Publicist Gets Star

Legendary longtime Warner and now independent Rock ‘N’ Roll publicist Bob Merlis will be honored with the 315th Golden Palm Star on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars. The star will be unveiled at 445 North Palm Canyon Drive at 4:00 pm on Saturday, November 8th. Robert Alexander, president of the Palm Springs Walk of Stars, will preside over the event. Merlis is a music industry veteran who served for almost 30 years at Warner Bros., including as Senior Vice President, Worldwide Corporate Commun

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Real Soul Men

Today, “Soul Men” opens, the movie that co-stars late Chicago comic actor Bernie Mac and features the late original Soul Man, Isaac Hayes. Hayes (pictured above) composed the hit single “Soul Man,”by Sam & Dave, which has been recognized as one of the best or most influential songs of the past 50 years by the Grammy Hall of Fame, The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Rolling Stone Magazine, and RIAA Songs of the Century.  It’s one of the last films for Mac, who died at age 50 months earlier.

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InstantCast congratulates President-Elect Barack Obama!

No matter how you voted on Tuesday, you were part of history. America now has its first black president and InstantCast is proud to support our newly elected leader. As we all know, African-Americans have made huge strides in the last few decades, especially in entertainment! Let’s look back at a few African-American firsts in showbiz: 1st Oscar: Hattie McDaniel, Supporting Actress for Gone with the Wind (1940) 1st Best Actor Oscar: Sidney Poitier, Lilies of the Field (1963) 1st Best Actr

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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in NYC

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is opening up an “Annex” in Soho. The museum opens November 24 and their first spotlight exhibit will be on The Clash. That exhibit opens December 1 and is open through the spring. Here’s what the website says about the museum: Experience the greatest moments in Rock & Roll and connect with the legendary artists that changed our world. Discover the movements ignited by music revolutionaries like Lennon, Madonna, Hendrix and Dylan. Plus, check out a special ga

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TED NUGENT FOR PRESIDENT!

BOONE & CROCKETT PARTY TED NUGENT & I I am tired of empty promises from candidates!! I want a President who is going to tell it like it is! Not someone who will say what you they think you want to hear. Ted Nugent makes no bones about where he stands!! Why can’t other candidates be the same way? Because they want to try and play both sides of the coin to get the vote!! I feel that the men & women who have a passion for the outdoors should have a stronger voice. The

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Cleveland: My 4th Home*

*after New York, Atlanta and Miami This weekend I went to Cleveland for the New Music Seminar. Speaking on a panel wit executives from Interscope, Jive, Def Jam, AllHipHop, SRC, BMI, Sirius Radio, G-Unit, Motown and AOL. Shouts to Amber J,, Tone Capone and Eric Parler for throwing such a great event First stop after getting off the plane was finding food. I met up with Sean of The Famous Firm, who reps us in Ohio, right away. Ended up at Panini's, some bar on West 6th. Played some pool with Ga

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Statement From Mickey Leigh (Joey Ramone’s brother)

Statement From Mickey Leigh (Joey Ramone’s brother): “It has been brought to my attention that Linda Cummings, using the name “Ramone,” has recently been in the media joining with the Palin family and the McCains to attempt to aid their campaign for the Presidency. As a President of Ramones Productions, and brother of Joey Ramone, I just want it to be clear that Linda Cummings does not represent the political views of the Ramones. Surely, as for Joey Ramone, the only Ramones song he would si

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‘Warren Zevon’ reissued : Collector’s Edition + watch video, listening party links!

Warren Zevon moved to Spain in the summer of 1975, dropping out of the music business after nearly a decade. During his self-imposed exile, he performed regularly at the Dubliner, a colorful bar owned by a former mercenary who helped Zevon pen the classic “Roland The Headless Thompson Gunner.” Zevon’s luck changed when his friend Jackson Browne contacted him about a recording deal. He signed with Asylum Records in 1975 and began recording his major-label debut, ‘Warren Zevon’. Watch video:

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Nemdil News - BAdgley Mischka’s Fairy Tale Brides (Fashion Wire Daily) Fashion Wire

Nemdil News - BAdgley Mischka’s Fairy Tale Brides (Fashion Wire Daily) Fashion Wire Uncategorized No Comments » BAdgley Mischka’s Fairy Tale Brides (Fashion Wire Daily) Fashion Wire Daily - Badgley Mischka Bride represents the upper echelon of bridal couture, so it came as no surprise that their Spring 2009 collection, shown in New York on Sunday, Oct. 19, in the plush surrounds of the Jumeirah Essex House ballroom, pulled out all the wedding gown stops. D’Amore by Marceau: Swimwear wi

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B.B. King rocks

B.B. King rocks From the looks of it, the thrill is not gone. Far from it. Check out the pure joy that lights up the face of music legend B.B. King during a performance with U2's Bono and Edge last night at the Kodak Theater in Hollywood. He was there, among various A-list Hollywood royalty, to pick up the Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz Founder's Award. Other performers included Robert Cray, Cassandra Wilson, Keb 'Mo, Lee Ritenour, Herbie Hancock and Poncho Sanchez. After all these yea

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Nemdil News - Alec Baldwin joins TCM “Essentials” series (Reuters) Reuters - Alec

Nemdil News - Alec Baldwin joins TCM “Essentials” series (Reuters) Reuters - Alec Uncategorized No Comments » Alec Baldwin joins TCM “Essentials” series (Reuters) Reuters - Alec Baldwin has signed on to co-host Turner Classic Movies’ signature movie showcase, “The Essentials.” Survivor Down to a Dirty Dozen (E! Online) E! Online - Another week on Survivor: Gabon, another week for the steadily disintegrating Fang tribe to bitch at each other over tiny portions of rice. Dell Pre-L

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Music Stars Shine Bright at Pearl River Resort This Fall and Winter

Silver Star Convention Center to Host Top Artists CHOCTAW, Miss., Oct. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This winter Pearl River Resort will host an exciting music lineup at The Silver Star Convention Center with something for everyone's taste. Featured artists include KC & The Sunshine Band, Roberta Flack, Lorrie Morgan and Ronnie Milsap, George Jones, and the legendary Brenda Lee. Following is a sampling of performances. All shows start at 8:00 p.m. and tickets range from $27-$37.

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Musical facts are still facts

September 21st's "Cock Rock Hall of Fame" included this paragraph: Nyro was as much an influence as Joni Mitchell (and Nyro influenced Mitchell -- check out Ladies of the Canyon and contrast it with Mitchell's two albums prior). In the Smokey Robinson entry, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame makes much of Bob Dylan once saying that Smokey was one of the best songwriters -- left out is that Dylan has repeatedly stated that was a joke (and, indeed, that entire interview -- a press conference tra

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