Try Pam's Strip Steak Apr 16, 2009
Speaking of guitars, Pop Tarts has learned that despite of all the sex-scandal controversy surrounding Oprah Winfrey s Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa that she s still managed to ink a five-year deal with Gibson Foundation, the philanthropic division of Gibson Guitar. The Foundation will provide both instruments and financial support to the school s music program and has helped them establish an orchestra. (Fox News)
WoodSongs features folk, fiery swing Apr 11, 2009
Third place was captured by Raymond Day, who changed the tone of the evening by breaking out a Gibson Les Paul electric guitar. His two selections included the swinging, upbeat tune "I Saw You," and most popularly, "If They Told You to Like Me," a scathing commentary and attack on today's music industry. (The Daily Campus, CT)
Presidential gifts create career opportunity Apr 9, 2009
Last week, while world leaders met for the G-20 conference, Michelle Obama presented Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, the wife of the French president, with a Gibson acoustic guitar. Bruni-Sarkozy is a musician and former model. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Mercedes-Benz Dealers of Northeast Ohio Welcome the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Back to Cleveland Apr 3, 2009
Guests attending the event will have the chance to enter-to-win a limited-edition custom designed Mercedes-Benz Gibson guitar. The new E-Class is a fitting match for this year's class of inductees, which represent a range spanning from classic artists who began their careers in the 50's and 60's to those that have defined the modern sound of rock and roll. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Artist gives back by painting guitar for charity Apr 2, 2009
Dunbar has painted a 10-foot fiberglass Gibson Les Paul Guitar sculpture for the Miami GuitarTown project, an international program by Gibson Guitars in which artists donate their work to raise money for charities ... She painted the guitar inside the Gibson Guitar offices in the design district of Miami. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Tamagotchi and Epiphone® Launch "Wanna Be A Music Star" Sweepstakes Apr 1, 2009
Kids can enter this rockin sweepstakes and win a variety of prizes including an exclusive customized Tamagotchi Music Star Epiphone Firebird Studio guitar, a VIP trip to the 2009 Teen Choice Awards held in August at the Gibson Amphitheatre in Los Angeles, and loaded Tamagotchi gift bags ... sweepstakes allows kids to enter online at for the chance to win the Grand Prize, which includes an exclusive customized Tamagotchi Epiphone Firebird Studio guitar as well as a VIP trip for the winner and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Nickelback roars back with a hat trick Mar 30, 2009
Chad Kroeger played a specially designed guitar from Gibson, with the logo from the album Dark Horse emblazoned on it in crystals. It's very Vegas, but I wanted to do something special for the Junos, he said, adding that he plans to use it every time the band plays Something in Your Mouth. (Globe and Mail)
Birthday bash for Bud Isaacs Mar 26, 2009
He also designed a triple-neck guitar for Gibson with pedals, called a Mulitharp. "Bud Isaacs was the first steel guitar to record in Nashville," said event organizer Vangie Fich. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Pope celebrates Mass in Angola Mar 24, 2009
Africa is the last continent that Benedict had left to visit, and one he could not avoid, said David Gibson, a biographer of the pope. "He knows he has to do this. He knows Africa is the future of the [Roman Catholic] Church, as it is for all of Christianity," said Gibson ... So Benedict is making the visit, although travel "is not his cup of tea," Gibson said, in contrast to his predecessor. (CNN -- World)
Sweet 16 travel guide » Mar 24, 2009
Attractions: Graceland, National Civil Rights Museum, Rock-N-Soul Museum, Soulsville USA, Stax Museum of American Soul Music, Sun Studio, Peabody Duck March, Memphis Zoo, Gibson Guitar Factory and A. Schwab's dry goods store on Beale Street. FINAL FOUR APRIL 4 and 6. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Obama on 'Tonight Show' Mar 18, 2009
It will be Samberg's first time as host of the event, to air live from the Gibson Amphitheatre in Universal City, Calif. on May 31. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Multi-Platinum Selling R&B Artist Ginuwine Returns with First Single "Last Chance" and Video for Forthcoming Album to be released June 2, 2009 Mar 5, 2009
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ginuwine reunites with producer Bryan Michael Cox for the first single Last Chance, Tyrese Gibson, Lisa Raye, Ray J and Alex Thomas scheduled to make appearances in the video ... "Last Chance reflects the maturity of my personal growth over the past few years, Ginuwine says about the first single. The video, which will be directed by Juwan Lee (Nelly, Mario,YoungCapone),will be shot March 6, in Los Angeles Ca. and will include an all star line up of guest... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Should lawmakers have a say in college curriculum and staffing? Feb 28, 2009
I had wandered into the stage area and noted a snare drum, a very nice Gibson ES-355 electric guitar, a really cheap slide guitar and the thing that really caught my attention was a classic French, hand made cornet ... A guy was playing the Gibson, but it was completely out of tune, so every note was abrasive as hell ... As the song became more and more abrasive, the guitar player threw the classic Gibson into the floor and picked up the cornet, stood up in the middle of the couch and started... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
• Event Calendar Feb 27, 2009
Damien Jurado and Laura Gibson perform at 8 p.m. APRIL 3 at Neurolux Lounge, 111 N. 11th St. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are 5, at. Dance exhibition/Jerome. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Guitar-Makers Making Music "Greener" Feb 27, 2009
Guitars on the Gibson assembly line. Gibson, along with guitar makers Taylor, Fender, Martin, Guild, Walden and Yamaha, have signed onto Greenpeace's Music Wood Coalition, with the hope of protecting threatened forest habitats and safeguarding the future of trees critical in the manufacturing of instruments of all kinds ... In 1996, Gibson, one of the world s premier guitar brands, became the first in the industry to make some of its instruments using wood certified as sustainably harvested by... (Scientific American)
- From the desk of: Holtville resident recounts learning work ethic 0 Feb 25, 2009
Years later Pete went to Hollywood, and worked as a stuntman for Hoot Gibson ... He also worked for Gibson Trucking, running gravel and cement plants for Henry Gibson. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
'Fairness Doctrine' Is Wolf in Sheep's Clothing Feb 24, 2009
Charles Gibson with Michael Savage. That would be complicated, but maybe equal, and fair. (Newsmax)
D.C. Oscar galas benefit charities Feb 23, 2009
" "I expect our event will be more glamorous than the others," said Mr. Mara, who estimated that the benefit would raise more than $100,000. The $85 tickets to the benefit at the Hard Rock included food and an open bar, plus the chance to bid on several high-end items. Among the night's bounty: a Gibson Les Paul guitar signed by the rock band O.A.R. "It means more to be here in Washington. There's a post-inauguration buzz. (Insight on the News)
TouchTunes Interactive Network Awards a Gibson Les Paul Studio Guitar Autographed by Legendary Rock Band Hinder Feb 21, 2009
NEW YORK, Feb. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- TouchTunes, the largest interactive out-of-home entertainment network, has announced the winner of the TouchTunes sweepstakes to win a Gibson guitar autographed by Hinder. Andy Malnar of Tickfaw, Louisiana is the lucky winner of a Gibson Les Paul Studio guitar signed by each member of the band ... "Two years ago I lost everything I owned in a home fire, including my guitars, drum kit, and recording equipment - thank you TouchTunes, thank you Hinder, thank you... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
5 budget ideas for spring break Feb 20, 2009
As a musical mecca, Memphis is rich in bars, clubs and historic landmarks, from B.B. King s Blues Club (), Sun Studios () and Soulsville: Stax Museum of American Soul Music () to Al Green s Full Gospel Tabernacle () and the Gibson Guitar Factory. Long-running arguments over the best barbecue won t be settled in here, but the variety of Memphis styles and restaurants are sure to inspire more tasty debates. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Apple makes online music lessons easy with GarageBand Feb 18, 2009
Longtime guitar-maker Gibson even devotes a page of its website to the YouTube lessons. Apple's high profile and heavy promotion of the video lessons within its 250 retail stores brings the idea of learning music online to higher prominence. (USA Today -- Tech)
The day people cared Feb 17, 2009
Shown below with Laine, left to right are Magic City Band members Shirley and Lavon Gibson and Jimmy Dale ... They called Magic City Band members Lavon and Shirley Gibson of Poplarville ... Some of the band had plans for the day, but the Gibsons agreed to bring their personal Karaoke equipment to give Laine some special music. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
Gifts From the Heart Feb 12, 2009
She had her Gibson with her, a long-ago treasured present from her husband. Pat tuned her guitar and sang me a song she'd written about riding a horse, how it was "like waltzing with a friend of mine, running wild and free" - in her music the memory of being in the saddle was awakened. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
A-Rod tests positive, world economy spirals Feb 10, 2009
I can t believe players like Brock, Musial, Williams, Gibson, Clemente. just to name a few used steriods. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Creating The Cab Feb 8, 2009
"Noon-1 p.m. DeLeon usually arrives at the venue where he'll perform later that night. 1 p.m.-ish (or after unloading) He gets about five hours to wander the city, hang out with friends, sight see. What he does depends on the city he's in. If it's New York City, he says he shops. If he's near a beach, that's where he goes.6 p.m. Sound check.9 p.m. The Cab performs the live show.10 p.m. The end of a performance means The Cab hangs out, "partying, going to see a movie, going out to eat," DeLeon... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Turn your home into a concert venue Feb 8, 2009
You can reach right out and touch the artist, said Cam Graham, an east Cobb County resident who enjoyed seeing and speaking to a favorite artist of his, singer-songwriter Susan Gibson, at a local house concert. That show was on an outside deck, and when some neighborhood kids climbed atop the fence and called out to the gathering, Gibson made up an impromptu tune about climbing fences and playing basketball. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Led Zeppelin without Plant? It could happen Feb 7, 2009
12: Guitar supremo Jimmy Page of Led Zeppelin talks about his hero, Les Paul, and about his love affair with his famous Gibson guitar in a 2004 interview with NBC News. NBC News Web Extra. (MSNBC -- Music)
Exodus European Tour Dates Apr 1, 2008
Bay Area Thrashers Exodus to Tour Europe Plus Summer Festival Dates. Bay Area thrash metal legends return to European shores. (Suite101.com)
Jumpin' Jack set teen off on jet-setting life Apr 1, 2008
" BEATEN BY BRAWN The muscled might of Seven's retro game show Gladiators knocked the twinkle-toed performers of Ten's surprise hit So You Think You Can Dance Australia off their perch in Sunday night's ratings race. When SYTYCDA launched in February it claimed the title of biggest opening night audience for a new series in 2008 with 1.83 million viewers. This week the opening night of Gladiators outpaced it, delivering Seven an average audience of 1.85 million. The beefcakes avoided going... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Nyko Frontman for PlayStation 3 Review Apr 1, 2008
The Explorer body shape is a bit more radical looking than the classic Gibson style of the Red Octane version, and the Frontman also weighs slightly less. The contrasting pick-guard on the Frontman is removable, and Nyko includes a pair of plates: black and pink in the case of our white-body Frontman. (IGN Gear)
Gibson Guitar's Limited Edition Slash Signature Series Guitars in Stores Tuesday, April 1st Mar 29, 2008
Source: Gibson Guitar Corp. ... March 28 /PRNewswire/ -- Guitar retailers across the world are about to offer consumers an unprecedented opportunity to own a very limited Gibson or Epiphone Slash Signature model guitar ... Three very unique models of the Slash signature Les Paul guitar from Gibson Custom, Gibson USA and Epiphone will be released simultaneously around the world at 5 PM US EST at select dealers and will not be reproduced once they're sold out. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Those big guitars around town pay off for four nonprofits Mar 29, 2008
Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter Terri Hendix backed by master instrumentalist Lloyd Maines, both of whom added their signatures to Debra Samples' Austin Music Flows GuitarTown sculpture, will perform at the event scheduled for 11 a.m. at the Gibson Guitar Showroom at 3601 S. Congress Ave. Mayor Will Wynn and other officials will also be on hand for the ceremony. Related Industry News. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Roger McGuinn Mar 27, 2008
I traded in my Gibson 12-string, a five-string banjo and a few dollars to get a Rickenbacker. My approach to it was like a banjo. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Gibson Sues Again Over 'Rock Band,' 'Guitar Hero' Mar 25, 2008
Gibson Guitar Files More Lawsuits Over 'Rock Band,' 'Guitar Hero ... Gibson Guitar Corp. has widened its attack on the video game industry with a second patent infringement lawsuit ... The same 1999 patent is at issue in a separate lawsuit Gibson filed earlier in the week against Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and five other retailers. (Fox News)
Gibson's Video-Game Suit Mar 23, 2008
Gibson Guitar Tangles With Game Makers. Article:Gibson Guitar Tangles With Game Makers:/n/a/2008/03/21/financial/f145456D35 ... DTL Article:Gibson Guitar Tangles With Game Makers:/n/a/2008/03/21/financial/f145456D35. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Peace at Last? Mar 23, 2008
Several months later, banjo player and songwriter Bob Gibson invited Baez to sing with him on a pair of spirituals at the 1959 Newport Folk Festival. Both Baez's performance and the audience's reaction were, by all accounts, explosive. (Boston Globe)
Gibson Guitar tangles with game makers Mar 23, 2008
Gibson Guitar Corp. has widened its attack on the video game industry with a second patent infringement lawsuit ... The same 1999 patent is at issue in a separate lawsuit Gibson filed earlier in the week against Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and five other retailers ... Before Gibson filed either lawsuit, Activision sued Gibson in Los Angeles this month asking for a federal court declaration that it is not violating Gibson's patent. (Anchorage Daily News)
Press Statement from Gibson Guitar in Regards to Harmonix Lawsuit Mar 22, 2008
Source: Gibson Guitar Corp. ... --(BUSINESS WIRE)--On March 20, 2008, Gibson Guitar Corp. filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Harmonix, MTV Networks (a division of Viacom) and Electronic Arts (EA Games) in the Federal District Court in Tennessee ... This new lawsuit relates to the same U.S. Patent involved in the lawsuit filed by Gibson Guitar recently against various retailers in the same court. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Gibson says games hit a sour note Instrument-maker files another patent... Mar 22, 2008
Gibson says games hit a sour note / Instrument-maker files another patent suit against video firms. Article:Gibson says games hit a sour note / Instrument-maker fi:/c/a/2008/03/21/BUTFVOJ7K.DTL Article:Gibson says games hit a sour note / Instrument-maker fi:/c/a/2008/03/21/BUTFVOJ7K.DTL ... Gibson says games hit a sour note. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Gibson Guitar Company Sues Retailers, MTV Over 'Guitar Hero' And 'Rock Band' Mar 22, 2008
Gibson Guitar Company Sues Retailers, MTV Over 'Guitar Hero' And 'Rock Band. Instrument maker claims games violate 1999 Gibson patent for virtual music performances ... The Gibson Guitar Corporation announced Thursday that it is suing major retailers that sell "Guitar Hero" games. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Gibson frets retailers with Guitar Hero patent suit Mar 21, 2008
In a letter sent to Activision in January, Gibson alleged that the Guitar Hero franchise infringes upon a patent the music instrument manufacturer filed in 1999 for "technology for simulating a musical performance." As per Gibson's patent, the product involves using instruments to simulate a live performance, and provides for a 3D headset with stereo speakers and a prerecorded concert using instruments to simulate a live performance. Gibson subsequently requested that Activision "obtain a... (GameSpot)
Press Statement from Gibson Guitar in Regards to Guitar Hero Retailer Lawsuit Mar 21, 2008
Source: Gibson Guitar Corp. ... --(BUSINESS WIRE)--On Monday, March 17th, Gibson Guitar Corp. brought a lawsuit against various retailers, which are selling Guitar Hero productsthat are infringing on oneof Gibson Guitar's U.S. patents ... Gibson Guitar took this action reluctantly, but is required to protect its intellectual property and will continue to do so against any other person in accordance with the law and its rights. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Gibson Guitar sues retailers over 'Guitar Hero' video game Mar 21, 2008
Gibson Guitar Corp. on Thursday sued Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and five other major retailers that sell the Activision Guitar Hero game, claiming it violates a patent it holds ... Gibson has already tried to stop video game publisher Activision Inc. from selling all versions of the game, claiming it too closely matches a musical virtual-reality patent from 1999 ... -based Activision contends Gibson's patent assertions have no merit. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Gibson sues Wal-Mart over Guitar Hero Mar 21, 2008
Gibson sues Wal-Mart over Guitar Hero - U.S. business- msnbc ... Gibson sues Wal-Mart over Guitar Hero ... NASHVILLE, Tennessee - Gibson Guitar Corp. on Thursday sued Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and five other major retailers that sell the Activision Guitar Hero game, claiming it violates a patent it holds. (MSNBC -- Business)
My Favourite Gadget: Digita conference delegates Mar 20, 2008
I put it on to a Gibson Les Paul setting for a few weeks, but I eventually went back to my favourite Fender Telecaster sound. It's also got nice Rickenbacker settings for both 6 and 12 strings. (Accounting Web, UK)
Today's best bets Mar 19, 2008
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Prince jams with drummers Mar 17, 2008
Charles and Camilla viewed memorabilia such as tour photos and a Gibson guitar favored by the singer, who rose to international stardom before dying of cancer at 36. Earlier Wednesday, hundreds of people jostled each other for a glimpse of the British royals during a visit to an impoverished community. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Notes Of Discord For 'Guitar Hero' Mar 16, 2008
Meanwhile, Activision's relationship with guitar-maker Gibson has turned acrimonious. RedOctane and Gibson had worked together since 2005 on instruments patterned after Gibson's famous guitars ... But in January, Gibson sent a letter to Activision claiming that it had infringed on a 1999 Gibson patent for technology related to virtual music performance, and asked it to purchase a license from the guitar maker or cease selling the game. (Forbes)
Gibson Says it Holds a Patent for Guitar Hero Mar 15, 2008
Gibson has decided to sue Activision over a patent Gibson has held since 1999 which it says gives it all rights to the Guitar Hero franchise. Activision Inc. the publisher of Guitar Hero III: The Legends of Rock and Gibson Guitars for all appearances must have a mutually beneficial relationship ... After all, Activision publishes one of the most popular music games in the world, and has licensed the the classic Gibson guitar designs to use as controllers for the game including the SG, the... (GameSHOUT)
Music Festival Limits the Party Mar 15, 2008
The venue's sponsors include Dewar's Scotch, Gibson Guitar Corp. and Le Sportsac. Sneaker company Saucony is paying to build two 50-foot shuffleboard courts; revelers can cool off in two swimming pools on the site. (Wall Street Journal)
Gibson has axe to grind over 'Guitar Hero' Mar 15, 2008
com: Gibson has axe to grind over 'Guitar Hero. Gibson has axe to grind over 'Guitar Hero ... LOS ANGELES Video game publisher Activision Inc. has asked a federal court to declare that its popular Guitar Hero game does not violate a patent held by real-guitar maker Gibson Guitar Corp.. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Making music and memories in Memphis and Little Rock Mar 15, 2008
Literally across the street from the Rock and Roll Museum lies the Gibson guitar factory ... - Gibson store and factory 145 Lt. George W. Lee, Memphis, 901-543-0800. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Activision goes to court over Guitar Hero Mar 15, 2008
Guitar-maker Gibson, partner in popular game, claims patent infringement ... SAN FRANCISCO/LOS ANGELES - Gibson Guitar Inc has told Activision Inc that its wildly popular "Guitar Hero" video games infringe one of Gibson's patents, and Activision has asked a U.S. court to find the claim invalid ... Gibson said the games, in which players press buttons on a guitar-shaped controller in time with notes on a TV screen, violates a 1999 patent for technology to simulate a musical performance. (MSNBC -- Business)
Influences shaped Tony! guitarist Mar 15, 2008
home that he still plays a Gibson hollow-body guitar with a Stratocaster neck. "It's a cross between Wes Montgomery and Jimi Hendrix," he said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Gibson claims patent violation Mar 15, 2008
13, 2008 12:00 AM LOS ANGELES - Video game publisher Activision Inc. has asked a federal court to declare that its popular "Guitar Hero" game does not violate a patent held by real-guitar maker Gibson Guitar Corp.. Gibson's 1999 patent covers a virtual-reality device that included a headset with speakers and that simulated participating in a concert, according to a complaint filed on Tuesday by Santa Monica, Calif ... Gibson is trying to get Activision to stop selling "Guitar Hero" until it gets... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Seeking a real stage Mar 15, 2008
The thrill that non-players can feel in being able to shred like guitar virtuosos, even if it's just in front of a TV with a plastic Gibson SG replica, has resulted in some new students for Richardson. They try the video game and that inspires them, gives them just enough motivation or encouragement to try a real instrument, he says. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Les Paul Biography Mar 9, 2008
The Gibson Guitar Company began marketing its famous Gibson Les Paul model electric guitar in 1952. Today it is an iconic mainstay of the professional music industry and a favorite of guitarists around the world. (Suite101.com)
Giants' Zito tunes up for '08 and beyond Mar 1, 2008
He says he has about 15 axes in all, including acoustics, electrics, and his prize: a 1967 hollow-bodied Gibson. He'd like a twin reverb amplifier, but he says he'll wait until he has more space for it. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Celebrating Black History: Events that changed their lives (9) Feb 26, 2008
I finally surrendered to it," he said.McLaurin is a native of Marlboro County, S.C., who grew up in Scotland County.He was licensed as a minister at his home church, Cedar Grove Missionary Baptist of Gibson, in June 1998 and still serves as associate minister under the Rev. C.R. Moody.He started working part time in the gospel music ministry in 1975 at WLNC radio in Laurinburg and then from 1984 worked part time at WLWL radio in Rockingham."I was inspired to find a way to do full-time gospel... (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Cougars stress sophistication over sex Feb 24, 2008
So says Valerie Gibson, a Toronto-based sex and relationship columnist who takes credit for spreading the "cougar" label through the United States. "Cougar," Gibson says, is a Canadian term, born in the bars of Vancouver and meant to be unkind ... But when Gibson heard the insult more than five years ago, she sensed an opening. (Boston Globe)
And on Saturday's they had a Matinee Feb 22, 2008
And on Saturday's they had a Matinee. And on Saturday's they had a Matinee. (Inside Toronto)
Long trip to Poet's Grove; Stevens loves the Texas heritage Feb 22, 2008
And for that reason, I named this guitar in his honor, the LJ."The Classic was borne out of a quest to fulfill a need.Players always talk about how much they love Gibson ES335s but they sure would like to have a small one, he said.In the early '80s, Stevens said, "The Japanese brought out smaller copies of the ES335 and even Gibson tried to do it, but the proportions were never handled right when they started shrinking down the guitar. None of them looked right to me. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
'American Idol' Recap: David Archuleta, Michael Johns Stand Out, But Top 12 Boys Fail To Impress Feb 21, 2008
"I've been [living in the U.S.] for 10 years. My whole adult life has been here!" In other words, "Hey, bloggers! Stop bitching about an Australian participating on 'American Idol.' I'm just as American as Mel Gibson. You all like Mel Gibson still, right? [Crickets.]". But if this guy's such an assimilated American, then why the hell is he rocking a scarf around his neck. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Singer PJ Harvey chalks up a great gig at QPAC Feb 18, 2008
But she also carried with her one very rock'n'roll looking guitar, the Gibson Firebird more usually associated with Lynyrd Skynyd or Johnny Winter. She immediately ripped in to To Bring You My Love, and thoughts of Austen and the Brontes were set to one side for a while. (Courier Mail)
Fan forks out for Shakira's bra Feb 14, 2008
Other items in the auction included a purple wig and Gibson guitar used in the video for Las De La Intuicion, which sold for $3,301 (1,700). Another popular item was a shiny lavender skirt with turquoise and coral beading that Shakira wore while singing Hips Don't Lie on tour, which fetched more than $1,076 (550). (BBC News -- Entertainment)
