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    A guide to appreciating opera as art, entertainment  Nov 30, 2008
    Andrea Bocelli, Josh Groban, Charlotte Church, Sarah Brightman. Is it real or is it Memorex. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    CD of songs based on late pope's poems on sale  Nov 29, 2008
    The songs also feature international music artists Andrea Bocelli, Josh Groban, Vanessa Williams, Katherine Jenkins, and Placido Domingo Jr. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini) ... The songs also feature international music artists Andrea Bocelli, Josh Groban, Vanessa Williams, Katherine Jenkins, and Placido Domingo Jr. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini) ... The songs also feature international music artists Andrea Bocelli, Josh Groban, Vanessa Williams, Katherine Jenkins, and Placido Domingo Jr. (AP... (Florida Times-Union)

    CD For the Troops Now Available for Free Download for Service Members, Veterans at AAFES.com  Nov 27, 2008
    WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Beginning today, the CD For The Troops II, including Grammy Award winners/nominees and multi-platinum selling recording artists Trace Adkins, Daughtry, Josh Groban and Five For Fighting, is available for free at the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) Web site ... Josh Groban Machine. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Oprah Wannabe?  Nov 25, 2008
    WMG has lost Madonna and Nickelback, did nothing for REM this year, still lists moribund acts like Cher, Chris Isaak and Goo Goo Dolls on its website, relies strictly on acts inherited from the original Warner Music Group (Linkin Park, Metallica, Josh Groban, Michael Buble, Faith Hill, Eric Clapton, Red Hot Chili Peppers). Newer acts like Rilo Kiley and Jenny Lewis, or Johnathan Rice are kept secret for corporate purposes, but I m told they, like the veteran acts, are happy for Fleisher s good... (Fox News)

    French Duo Justice Reveal Songwriting, Sampling Secrets: 50 Cent, Slipknot Take Note!  Nov 12, 2008
    De Rosnay then sat down at his MacBook, reminiscent of the way, say, Josh Groban sits down at a piano. He pressed "play" and then "stop" quickly enough to release a millisecond of sound from a song that's destined to remain a mystery to everyone but him. (VHI.com -- Music News)

    David Archuleta pops with teen tunes in a fine first album  Nov 11, 2008
    He has all the time in the world to become the next Josh Groban, if that's what he wants, but for now a pop-fest for teens and preteens perfectly suits his public persona, which sometimes seems closer to 12 than 17. And the songs fashioned by writers ranging from Disney teen-pop specialists to the co-writer of Olivia Newton-John's Physical suit him well. (USA Today -- Life)

    'Boop-oop-a-doop' girl is headed to Broadway  Nov 7, 2008
    Foster is the winner of more than a dozen Grammy Awards and has worked with such singers as Celine Dion, Barbra Streisand, Whitney Houston, Josh Groban and Andrea Bocelli. advertisement. (MSNBC -- News)

    Coming attractions: 'Leverage' gets a lift from a powerful story  Nov 7, 2008
    On Nov. 27, For the Troops II, an album featuring Maroon 5, Keith Urban, Daughtry, Josh Groban, Gretchen Wilson, Alan Jackson, Five for Fighting and others, will be available at no cost to U.S. active-duty personnel and veterans around the world. The release can be accessed with a military ID at the Army & Air Force Exchange Service's website, aafes. (USA Today -- Life)

    • Voices of hope  Oct 31, 2008
    Founded in 1984, the choir has sung with many musical luminaries, made hundreds of radio and television appearances - including a 2007 American Idol performance with Josh Groban - recorded several CDs, recorded songs for movie soundtracks including "Hotel Rwanda" and "Blood Diamond," and been nominated for a Grammy Award. Can't make it to Wednesday's Twin Falls appearance. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)

    Afro-funk singer to visit campus  Oct 30, 2008
    Kidjo also collaborated with Alicia Keys, Joss Stone (dueting on a distinctive cover of "Gimme Shelter"), Carlos Santana, Josh Groban, Ziggy Marley, Branford Marsalis and Peter Gabriel. "I look forward to listening to this type of Afro-pop music because I'm not familiar with it, and I am always open to listening to new types of music," Samantha Charleston (sophomore-sociology) said about tonight's show. (Daily Collegian, PA)

    Russia's Sweetheart  Oct 29, 2008
    Regina Spektor, The White Stripes, Cher, Curtis Mayfield, Ramones, REM, Faith Hill, Alanis Morrisette, Randy Newman, Funkadelic, Seal, Big & Rich, Alanis Morrisette, Linkin Park, Josh Groban, Paul Simon, Eric Clapton and hundreds of others. Yes, yes, I will stop since none of these artists, not one, has been developed by the current WMG regime in place since February 2004. (Fox News)

    'Huge Shock'  Oct 28, 2008
    And according to fellow musician Josh Groban, the news has impacted the entire entertainment industry. "We ve all been reeling from the news of this tragic, tragic event. No matter who you are it comes down too how can someone do that, who is that person that can possibly do that. Words cannot describe the grief that she and her family must be feeling and the entire entertainment industry as well as the entire country. I'm praying for her," Groban added. (Fox News)

    Jonas Brothers feel personal connection to Hope Ball for diabetes  Oct 28, 2008
    Josh Groban, who is working on a new album with producer Rick Rubin, talked about the pull of the Jonas Brothers, joking that he was nervous to follow their act. "The Jonas Brothers are arguably some of the biggest stars in the world right now," he said, bowing in their direction. (USA Today -- Life)

    Revolutions In Sound: Warner Bros. Records Launches 50th Anniversary Celebration  Oct 28, 2008
    Other notable artists associated with the company's rise and continuing industry leadership are Green Day, Van Halen, Michael Bubl, Regina Spektor, The White Stripes, Cher, Curtis Mayfield, Ramones, REM, Faith Hill, Alanis Morrisette, Randy Newman, Funkadelic, Seal, Big & Rich, Alanis Morrisette, Linkin Park, Josh Groban, Paul Simon, Eric Clapton and hundreds of others, many of whom have come to be known as household names over the course of fifty years and whom have continued Warner Bros.... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    At 62, Neil Young remains a vital force  Oct 24, 2008
    Launched in 1986 to raise money for a special-needs Bay Area school for students with severe speech and physical impairments (including his son, Ben), the all-star charity concert celebrated its 22nd anniversary Saturday and Sunday with a lineup that included Young, Smashing Pumpkins, Wilco, Cat Power, Death Cab for Cutie, Norah Jones, Band of Horses, Sarah McLachlan and Josh Groban. That so many young and veteran artists donate their time each year is a tribute not just to the Bridge School,... (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    UWEC choral festival to feature Chi-Hi band  Oct 11, 2008
    The ensemble also will perform Howard Helvey s O Lux Beatissima ; When I Fall in Love by James Mulholland, featuring Verle Ormsby Jr., lecturer of music, on horn; and You are Loved by Josh Groban, as arranged by UW-Eau Claire graduate Tom Anderson. The Statesmen will conclude their performance with James Mulholland s There Was an Old Farmer. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)

    Malibu Seen (3)  Oct 10, 2008
    Wednesday, October 08, 2008 Edition. " The production of Il Trittico was generously underwritten by Marc and his wife Eva. Soon it was showtime and we took our seats for the first of three one-act operas.Friedkin's Il Tabarro (The Cloak) takes place in Paris in 1910 and tells the story of a passionate love triangle with a tragic end. With the City of Light in the background and boats bobbing on the Seine, it was the first of set designer Santo Loquasto's amazing creations. There was a total... (Malibu Times, CA)

    S.F. landlords threaten to sink hospital bond  Sep 24, 2008
    And, that very same night, Caroline Kennedy will be in San Francisco for a $1,000-a-head Obama house party, accompanied by singer Josh Groban. Burton back: At the urging of Sen. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)

    In Cher's Pants  Sep 23, 2008
    " The occasion for all this was the second night of taping a PBS special hosted by horn man Botti featuring all these artists. (On the first night, Josh Groban appeared; violinist Yo-Yo Ma was the second-night guest.) Related Column Archive It was certainly one of the wilder nights for Keith Lockhart s Boston Pops, not to mention Symphony Hall, where this reporter once worked. In those days, very few pop stars were ever allowed to perform in the austere hall where Seiji Ozawa and Arthur Fielder... (Fox News)

    With Emmys over, stars swing into party mode  Sep 23, 2008
    " Two and Half Men's Jon Cryer, who lost the supporting comedy actor trophy to Jeremy Piven, wasn't shedding too many tears. He enjoyed seeing Don Rickles and Josh Groban. "Both of those were favorites. High point. (USA Today -- Life)

    The usual suspects win at Emmy Awards  Sep 23, 2008
    Pop star Josh Groban offered a marathon medley of TV theme songs, ranging from The Simpsons to Mister Rogers Neighborhood to South Park to Gilligans Island. At one point, Ed McMahon kicked in a Heeeeres Johnny. (The Star Online, Malaysia)

    Emmy Awards - deserving winners, awful show  Sep 23, 2008
    -- Is Josh Groban really going to perform 30 primetime theme songs ... How about some more Josh Groban. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Charles Aznavour to Receive "Lifetime Achievement Award" at MIDEM  Sep 23, 2008
    Duos is a collection of some of his greatest songs recorded as duets with some of the biggest stars of the French and international stage, including Paul Anka, Cline Dion, Placido Domingo, Bryan Ferry, Josh Groban, Herbert Grnemeyer, Johnny Hallyday, Julio Iglesias, Elton John, Carole King, Liza Minnelli, Nana Mouskouri, Laura Pausini and Sting. In addition, a musical comedy based on his songs entitled Je mVoyais Dj (I Could Already See Myself), written by Laurent Ruquier and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Mad Men and 30 Rock Win Top Emmys  Sep 23, 2008
    " The award for best TV movie went to Recount, about the contested 2000 Bush-Gore contest. HBO's John Adams, about the founding father, was named best miniseries and won other awards including acting trophies for Paul Giamatti, Laura Linney and Tom Wilkinson. The historical drama set a record for most awards, 13, including five trophies Sunday and eight previously announced. The record of 11 was held by HBO's Angels in America, the TV academy said. HBO was the most-honored network, with 26... (Time.com)

    Cable shows score  Sep 23, 2008
    There was also a truly delightful number featuring the operatic Josh Groban speed-singing through a medley of TV theme songs, including The Love Boat, The Jeffersons, Cops, and, most importantly, Baywatch. That other sound you heard was the collective gasp of a million music snobs who now have to reconsider their opinion of Josh Groban. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    At the Emmys, the joke's often on the Emmy  Sep 22, 2008
    "_ Ed McMahon as Josh Groban sang a tribute to TV's top shows over the past 40 years."I really look forward to the next administration, whoever it is. I have nothing to follow that up with. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    All Emmy blog posts  Sep 22, 2008
    6:02: Josh Groban is absolutely dying out there on stage doing a medley of TV theme songs. It's just not funny. (Variety)

    60th Annual Emmys: When Did Josh Groban Get Hot?  Sep 22, 2008
    Leslie Gray Streeter: 60th Annual Emmys: When Did Josh Groban Get Hot ... 60th Annual Emmys: When Did Josh Groban Get Hot ... But even with some of the surprise winners and constant shots of Jeff Probst's dimples (boy, I loves me an obnoxious man with dimples), my favorite segment, hands and dimples down, was operatic poster muffin Josh Groban's funny, brave and. (The Palm Beach Post)

    Emmy nominees party  Sep 21, 2008
    A MAJOR MASHUP: Josh Groban has raised us up, and now he's going to mix it up ... Singer Josh Groban is seen while rehearsing the musical medley for the 60th annual Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles on Friday, Sept. 19, 2008. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)

    Lineup Set For 2008 Bridge School Benefit  Sep 21, 2008
    ZZ Top performs only on day one, while Smashing Pumpkins and Josh Groban perform only on day two. Young, who hosts the annual, mostly-acoustic event, has played every year since launching the benefit in 1986. (Billboard.com)

    Emmy nominees pause to party before big night  Sep 21, 2008
    A MAJOR MASHUP: Josh Groban has raised us up, and now he's going to mix it up. Groban spent some time Friday on the Nokia Theatre stage rehearsing a TV show theme-song medley he'll sing live from there for Sunday's show. (New York Post)

    Bringing together big-screen royalty  Sep 20, 2008
    The rock star and former English teacher told WGBH yesterday that he grew up on the BBC and still loves public TV's educational mission and ability to provide "something for everyone." At Symphony Hall rehearsing for his big performance with the Boston Pops, Keith Lockhart, Chris Botti, John Mayer, Steven Tyler, Josh Groban, and Katherine McPhee, Sting recorded a few fund-raising spots for the station. (The performance was taped for a PBS special to be broadcast during the March pledge drive. (Boston Globe)

    Getting a leg up  Sep 20, 2008
    Stinging comments Sting was trying to fire everyone on stage Thursday night during trumpeter Chris Botti's Symphony Hall show with the Boston Pops, Josh Groban, John Mayer, Steven Tyler, and Katharine McPhee. The Police frontman was gracious enough when WGBH producers, taping the concert as a PBS special for the spring pledge drive, asked him and Groban to sing "Shape of My Heart" a second time. (Boston Globe)

    Botti brings A-list artists together  Sep 20, 2008
    Josh Groban and Steven Tyler also sang ... It's definitely the only place you see Sting, Josh Groban, Chris Botti, and the Boston Pops make four attempts at getting "Shape of My Heart" right ... Josh Groban hasn't been showered with a lot of love in these pages, but his beautifully restrained performance of "Broken Vow," an anthem in desperate need of a home in the movies, earned him a new convert last night. (Boston Globe)

    Rod Stewart, Sheryl Crow, The Killers and David Spade to Headline Andre Agassi's Grand Slam for Children Benefit Concert  Sep 17, 2008
    Since its inception in 1995, the Grand Slam for Children has been distinguished by its roster of entertainers, including Barbra Streisand, Sir Elton John, Billy Joel, Phil Collins, Jerry Seinfeld, Stevie Wonder, Ellen DeGeneres, Jamie Foxx, Robin Williams, Celine Dion, Don Henley, Glenn Frey, Rod Stewart, Tony Bennett, Luther Vandross, Usher, Matchbox Twenty, Goo Goo Dolls, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, Mary J. Blige, Kelly Clarkson, John Mayer, Dennis Miller, Ray Romano, Lionel Richie, Carlos... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Emmy Show To Borrow From Past  Sep 16, 2008
    Prodded for details, he revealed that Josh Groban will perform on the program, and a popular TV cast that split more than a decade ago will reunite. Charlie Sheen, Helen Mirren, Jeremy Piven and Kristin Chenoweth will help open the show by delivering popular TV catch phrases. (CBS News)

    Chris Botti plays with Boston Pops, pop stars  Sep 16, 2008
    His touring band _ with such jazz stalwarts as pianist Billy Childs, drummer Billy Kilson and guitarist Mark Whitfield _ will be joined by Sting and his longtime guitarist Dominic Miller; Josh Groban; Aerosmith's Steven Tyler; "American Idol" runner-up Katharine McPhee; cellist Yo-Yo Ma; violinist Lucia Micarelli; and a major pop vocal star who will make an unannounced surprise appearance. "We're going from classical music to jazz stuff from Miles Davis' catalog to rock 'n' roll all within the... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    CORRECTING and REPLACING Warner Bros. Records Announces Staff Promotions  Sep 16, 2008
    As President of the label, Quinn will be responsible for developing and guiding Reprise Records' roster of artists, which includes Josh Groban, Green Day, Michael Buble, My Chemical Romance, Fleetwood Mac, Neil Young, and Eric Clapton ... Josh Groban emerged at No. 1 with 4. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Kennedy Flick Turmoil  Sep 13, 2008
    Angus doesn t have one cent in it," she said. She adds: If we could just get him to do these final things. To me, it s where you place things. I come from a staunch Republican family. If you start with an attack on George Bush, and clips of George Carlin, they re going to walk right out. The message is too important for that. Yes, that was the great '60s and '70s crooner Jack Jones in Elaine s Thursday night, with his fianc?e, a friend, and Bobby Zarem. He s at the Algonquin Friday and Saturday... (Fox News)

    Emmys, Josh Groban will salute TV theme songs  Sep 10, 2008
    Medley men: Josh Groban, right, talks to executive producer Ken Ehrlich during a rehearsal for the theme-song tribute ... In a musical tribute, singer Josh Groban will perform bits of memorable themes at the 60th Primetime Emmy Awards on ABC (Sept. (USA Today -- Life)

    Stars 'Stand Up to Cancer,' raise $100M  Sep 9, 2008
    As Josh Groban and Monica Mancini performed John Lennon's Imagine, Halle Berry, Forest Whitaker, Jennifer Garner and Casey Affleck voiced the stories of people with cancer and those whose relatives have had the disease. Desperate Housewives' Dana Delany and former NBA star Charles Barkley donated their bodies. (USA Today -- Life)

    In a star-heavy telethon, Hollywood takes a stand on cancer  Sep 8, 2008
    James Taylor and Sheryl Crow delivered "Fire and Rain," and Josh Groban and Monica Mancini performed "Imagine" interspersed with readings by Halle Berry, Jennifer Garner, Casey Affleck, and Forest Whitaker. The only "We Are the World" moment that might have lent itself to parody was a performance, via remote from the rehearsal for the forthcoming "Fashion Rocks" concert, by a stage crammed with Beyonce, Carrie Underwood, Rihanna, Mariah Carey, Fergie, Mary J. Blige, and others. (Boston Globe)

    Multi-network cancer telethon donations top $100M  Sep 8, 2008
    It featured musical segments by performers including James Taylor, Sheryl Crow, Josh Groban and Monica Mancini. Serving as co-emcees, rival network news anchors Katie Couric, Charles Gibson and Brian Williams discussed advances in cancer research. (USA Today -- Life)

    Stand Up to Cancer telethon takes over network TV  Sep 6, 2008
    The show featured musical performances by James Taylor and Sheryl Crow, Josh Groban and Monica Mancini, Melissa Etheridge with Sugarland, BeBe Winans and Jason Mraz. It also featured a performance by more than a dozen divas _ including Beyonce, Mariah Carey, Mary J. Blige and Rihanna _ who sang their new charity song, "Just Stand Up," via video from the Fashion Rocks show in New York. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    Canadian Idol Recap: Rocksteady?  Sep 2, 2008
    He brought out his inner Josh Groban (that was missing last week) and killed it. Big time. (National Post)

    Sony BMG Masterworks Announces New Christmas CD by Kristin Chenoweth  Aug 22, 2008
    In addition to well-known Christmas classics such as "Silver Bells" and "I'll Be Home For Christmas," Chenoweth reinterprets Louis Armstrong's modern standard "What A Wonderful World" and children's favorite "Sing," (originally written for Sesame Street's loveable Big Bird) into a Christmas songs with the help of acclaimed producer Robbie Buchanan (Barbra Streisand, Bette Midler, Barry Manilow) and Executive Producer Jay Landers (Streisand, Midler, Manilow, Celine Dion and Josh Groban). The... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Gutfeld: Is Murder Ever Justified?  Aug 19, 2008
    Aim for the groin however, if the music is Josh Groban. And if you disagree with me, then you sir are worse than Hitler. (Fox News)

    American Idol is all in the showmanship  Aug 11, 2008
    These people know Nelly, Shakira, Cat Stevens and Josh Groban like the backs of their hands, and trust me, they will let you know it. In these lines, drummers drum, guitarists strum and singers sing. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)

    Newman at his best on Harps and Angels’  Aug 10, 2008
    Newman s first album of new material in nine years also includes a blues song about his discovery of the afterlife, a peppy tune for immigrants, a Weill-style discordant take on the State of the Union, and two lovely ballads that Josh Groban could sing, and probably will. Harps and Angels is typical Newman fare in that it s unlike anything else, and while he has ranked for decades among America s best songwriters, with these 10 songs he raises the bar still higher. (Helena Independent Record, MT)

    After mending fences, Restless Heart reunites and is set to perform at Holmen’s Kornfest  Aug 10, 2008
    Stewart listens to such artists as Coldplay, Nickelback, Josh Groban, Aerosmith and Brad Paisley, and then at Christmas time brings out the Bing Crosby and Nat King Cole. Stewart played college baseball, and if music weren t an option, he would have loved to play centerfield for the St. Louis Cardinals, especially in the Whitey Herzog days. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)

    Very little viva as Talent begins Vegas round  Aug 7, 2008
    He was followed by Donald Braswell II, who channeled Josh Groban earlier this season and won fans with his story of having his vocal cords severed in a car accident. Osbourne, a particularly harsh judge with this group, said the first two singers were average. (MSNBC -- News)

    Eliza being Eliza  Aug 5, 2008
    Stars pop in Symphony Hall will be star-studded this fall, when Sting, Josh Groban, and Yo-Yo Ma play with trumpeter Chris Botti and the Boston Pops on Sept. 18 and 19. The shows will be broadcast on PBS in March and also released on CD.. (Boston Globe)

    Kansas City, here we come  Aug 1, 2008
    Angel plans on singing You Raise Me Up by Josh Groban because it reminds her of her 3 year-old daughter, Emma. At the Season 4 auditions Angel sang The Greatest Love of All by Whitney Houston. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)

    Porn-busting Page Six  Jul 28, 2008
    SUITS at Warner Music Group - home of Eric Clapton and Josh Groban - were red-faced Friday when Page Six informed them they're distributing a hardcore porn flick. "Young, Hot 'n Nasty Teenage Cruisers" - a raunchy 1977 comedy starring John "Johnny Wadd" Holmes and Serena - was recently released under WMG's Ryko distribution arm and sells on amazon. (New York Post -- Gossip)

    Nelson Mandela Turns Ninety  Jul 18, 2008
    The 46664 Concert, featuring Mandela himself, Queen, Amy Winehouse, Leona Lewis, Josh Groban and poet-activist Vusi Mahlasela among others was held in Hyde Park, London on June 27. Madiba enjoyed a quiet luncheon in his honor with old friends and comrades of the liberation struggle on July 8. (Suite101.com)

    College Park student sings praises of renowned arts camp  Jul 16, 2008
    Distinguished camp alumni include singer-songwriters Norah Jones and Josh Groban and actor Anthony Rapp. To learn more about Interlochen Center of the Arts, visit www. (Conroe Courier, TX)

    Johnny Mathis still making people 'Misty' with his ballads  Jul 16, 2008
    Working with someone more polished like Josh Groban, for instance, would be more his speed. "It's a trained voice, and he spent a lot of time working hard at it. People like Josh want to be good at their craft. I think sometimes the rockers want to be famous. They want to be hot stuff. For me, it means more when someone puts a little more effort into what they do.". (Scripps Howard News Wire)

    The Lighter Side  Jul 13, 2008
    Music aficionados have welcomed the announcement that floppy-haired pop crooners Josh Groban and James Blunt will fight to the death in a steel cage in front of an audience of Thai and Vietnamese gamblers. Organisers said punters are looking forward to seeing "how humble and cute they still are when they've got thumbs in their eye-sockets". (iAfrica.com)

    Funeral songs take high note from hit parade  Jul 3, 2008
    Welcome to Herald Sun. Funeral songs take high note. (Melbourne Herald Sun)

    'Idol' Chatter: Live from Idols Live tour  Jul 2, 2008
    Since so many people want me to do Josh Groban stuff, I thought Id give them a taste of it. But his charcoal suit with the silver-tipped lapels. (USA Today -- Life)

    * Mandela turns 90, celebrates with concert in London  Jun 29, 2008
    American singer Josh Groban and the Soweto Gospel Choir also performed at the event, which comes 20 years after a 70th birthday concert at Londons Wembley Stadium that helped press South Africas apartheid authorities for Mandelas freedom. The biggest cheers of the night were reserved for Mandela, who told the crowd that the 1988 concert had made a difference. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)

    Starry London Night Fetes Mandela  Jun 29, 2008
    Mandela, who will turn 90 on July 18, was honored with a celebration that included Leona Lewis and Josh Groban, as well as longtime legends Annie Lenox, Joan Baez and Queen. The event was sponsored by the 46664 charity, an HIV/AIDS awareness organization launched five years ago by Mandela, whose son died of AIDS in 2005. (ABC News)

    Reporter's log  Jun 28, 2008
    Josh Groban has been on stage with the Soweto Gospel Choir to sing his song Weeping ... 1830 - Live show starts with a performance by Jivan Gasparyan 1833 - Will Smith introduces Razorlight 1847 - Into the Hoods 1853 - Sipho 1858 - Quincy Jones introduces Leona Lewis 1910 - Zucchero and Jivan 1917 - Susannah Owiyo and D'Gary 1920 - Lewis Hamilton introduces Sugababes 1934 - Will Smith performs 1937 - Annie Lennox speech then performance with Agape Choir 1949 - Emmanuel Jal 1955 - Jamelia... (BBC News -- UK)

    Birthday wishes for Mandela  Jun 28, 2008
    Page last updated at 15:39 GMT, Friday, 27 June 2008 16:39 UK. Birthday wishes for Nelson Mandela. (BBC News -- Entertainment)

    Mandela concert draws stars  Jun 28, 2008
    Josh Groban and the Soweto Gospel Choir were also lined up for the event, hosted by Will Smith and held to mark Mandela's birthday on July 18. It also came 20 years after a 70th birthday concert at Wembley Stadium that helped press South Africa's apartheid authorities for Mandela's freedom. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

    Frail Mandela marks 90th birthday  Jun 28, 2008
    Other performers included Simple Minds, Josh Groban, Joan Baez, Leona Lewis, the Sugababes, Eddy Grant, Jamelia, the Sudanese "war child" rapper Emmanuel Jal and a host of other African artists. Today's concert, which was broadcast around the world, came 20 years after a concert at London's Wembley Stadium that helped press South Africa's apartheid authorities for Mandela's freedom. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)

    Josh Groban To Honor Nelson Mandela  Jun 27, 2008
    Josh Groban arrives at Warner Music Group post-Grammy party on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2008, in Los Angeles ... "CBS News RAW": Singer Josh Groban talks about his new concert DVD, "Awake Live," and shares his thoughts on "American Idol" and his performance at Nelson Mandela's 90th birthday celebration ... (CBS) Classically influenced pop singer- 00000D0A songwriter Josh Groban has sold out arenas all around the world, but singing at a birthday celebration for one man - Nelson Mandela - may well be the... (CBS News)

    Kid Rock Says He Didnt Mean It  Jun 27, 2008
    " He's having "fun" this week in a way that's not as likely to lead to accessory charges. He played Wednesday at a pro-am golf tournament in Detroit. [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] More Stories Post Your Comments First Name: Location: Enter Comments: characters left Email (optional): Email will not be displayed on site. For station contact purpose only. CBSNews.com Entertainment News Classically influenced pop singer-songwriter Josh Groban will sing at the Nelson Mandela 90th Birthday... (KWTX.com, TX)

    Stars prep for Madiba bash  Jun 26, 2008
    Other performers on the concert bill include Amy Winehouse, Simple Minds, Josh Groban, Joan Baez, Leona Lewis, the Sugababes, Andrea and Sharon Corr, Eddy Grant, Jamelia, Zucchero, South African artists and the Sudanese "war child" rapper Emmanuel Jal. "When one retires, it means that you have time for birthdays," Nobel Peace Prize laureate Mandela said. (iAfrica.com)

    Animal Crackers concert series brings legendary jazz family to Racine  Jun 26, 2008
    Pop is an area familiar to the musician, having toured with performers including Duran Duran, Josh Groban and the Backstreet Boys. For more about Abair, go to. (Racine Journal Times, WI)

    Local young artist to attend prestigious arts camp  May 31, 2008
    Distinguished camp alumni include Norah Jones, singer Josh Groban and Google co-founder Larry Page. This is kind of the it place to go for music over the summer, Taylor said. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)

    Lower cost, more people might tame ticket prices  May 30, 2008
    Van Halen and Josh Groban demanded more than $100 for top tickets while The Who topped $200. So yeah, $92. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)

    Potty for Portishead  May 29, 2008
    There is a wide range of artistes featured on the album, from the late Luciano Pavarotti, to the talented teen singing sensation Hayley Westenra, to crossover star Josh Groban. Weirdly, though, Sting is also on one of the discs with his song Desert Rose. (The Star Online, Malaysia)

    Tom Fuller Band: Single ''Only in America'' from Album Abstract Man is #1 Most Added on the FMQB AC Chart (Debut at #78) Along with Such Notables Josh Groban, Fergie, Sheryl Crow and Alanis Morissette  May 29, 2008
    The second single Only In America from the new album Abstract Man is #1 most added this week debuting at #78 on the FMQB AC Chart along with such notables as Josh Groban, Fergie, Sheryl Crow and Alanis Morissette. ADVERTISEMENT. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    After 'American Idol,' David Archuleta can still beat David Cook ...  May 28, 2008
    his style is like that of billy joel, elton john, stevie wonders, josh groban, etc. and those artists have lived on for years and years and i doubt will EVER be forgotten. (Los Angeles Times)

    Sailor manned destroyer's big guns  May 26, 2008
    He specializes in songs by Josh Groban, Michael Crawford, and show tunes. He'll even do some Sinatra when pressed. (The St. Augustine Record)

    Finale wrap-up: "American Idol"  May 23, 2008
    He has the most unforced vocal technique since -- excuse me while I dry-heave -- Josh Groban. He is sweet and milky and blackhead-free, and he is utterly inhuman, like something you'd encounter on Disney's "Small World" ride. (Salon)

    'American Idol' Finalists David Cook And David Archuleta: What Might Their Future Hold? Experts Weigh In  May 22, 2008
    American Idol' Finalists David Cook And David Archuleta: What Might Their Future Hold. end addStyle function //////////////////////////////////////////////////////// // not in use with optimized navigation clickMenu : function(h){ window. (VHI.com -- Music News)

    'Idol' wins with all-David finale  May 20, 2008
    Archuleta's career after Idol probably will take the Josh Groban route, though vocally he can't catch the pop-classical tenor, Slezak says. "And nobody on radio will play that. He may follow the Clay trajectory of Idol fans buying the first album, then sales peter out by the third album, and he makes a nice living singing at Christmas tree lighting ceremonies.". (USA Today)

    "Bill Edwards Presents" Creates One-Night Only Concert Gala Event Starring Alicia Keys, Josh Groban and John Mayer to Launch $700 million MG  May 20, 2008
    "Bill Edwards Presents" Creates One-Night Only Concert Gala Event Starring Alicia Keys, Josh Groban and John Mayer to Launch $700 million MG - Yahoo ... "Bill Edwards Presents" Creates One-Night Only Concert Gala Event Starring Alicia Keys, Josh Groban and John Mayer to Launch $700 million MG ... William "Bill" Edwards, Chairman/CEO of Big3 Entertainment LLC launched his concert promotion company, Bill Edwards Presents, with an unforgettable, star-studded concert starring Alicia Keys, Josh... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)

    Following a Private Star-Studded Gala Celebration, The ...  May 18, 2008
    The excitement continued with red carpets featuring a wealth of famed celebrities and a private David Foster production by world-renowned entertainers Josh Groban, John Mayer as well as Grammy Award-winning artist, Alicia Keys. At the stroke of midnight, Sean "Diddy" Combs hosted the ultra-exclusive late night "Diddy's Den" and DJ AM spun at the opening of Shrine, an Asian-inspired kitchen, lounge and nightclub. (Fox News)

    Archuleta could ride teen wave to Idol title  May 17, 2008
    Which leads to the other thing to bear in mind: Josh Groban. The "High School Musical 2" soundtrack, unlike its predecessor the year before, was only the second best-selling album of 2007, behind Groban's "Nol." Triangulate those three mega-sellers and you've got Archie standing right in the middle, waving nervously, licking his lips and saying, "Gosh!". (MSNBC -- News)

    'American Idol' Recap: David Cook Continues To Sizzle; Syesha Mercado Finally Fizzles Out  May 14, 2008
    by choosing Brown's hit "With You." Like the judges, I give the kid credit for taking a chance and not going the Josh Groban route, but watching the mini-Mormon bop back and forth while singing to his "boo" was a lot like seeing your 5-year-old nephew perform "Baby Got Back" -- unintentionally hilarious and mind-meltingly depressing. At least the irony wasn't lost on Archucutie, who told a perplexed Randy, "I understand. It's pretty weird to see a white guy [sing that song].". (VHI.com -- Music News)

    10 years later: To young stars, Ol' Blue Eyes is an 'all-timer'  May 12, 2008
    Pop baritone Josh Groban, 27, considers Sinatra "the ultimate song stylist. He was telling stories with songs. He showed it was OK to let different nuances come through. No one has sounded like him before or since, and that's something every young artist would want to strive for.". But Sinatra's enduring influence, as Bono suggested, isn't purely musical. (USA Today -- Life)

    Myleene still the best of British  May 10, 2008
    The glittering ceremony played host to some of the biggest selling artists in the classical music world, including tenor Andrea Bocelli and pianist Josh Groban. Blake, the ex-choirboys who formed on social networking site Facebook, scooped one of the biggest prizes at yesterday s event. (The Sun)

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