Daily television guide Nov 20, 2009
Also: Lyle Lovett performs. Nightline at 11:35 p.m. on Chs. (Boston Globe)
The big score: Bonnie and Clyde In the 1967 movie Bonnie and Clyde, the titles two cocky outlaws memorably voice a chipper mission statement: We rob banks. Composer Frank Wildhorn ... Nov 16, 2009
You take a little Texas two-step, a little Lyle Lovett. Add a little Randy Newman; throw in some Copland when you want to create the spaciousness. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
WPA is a folk/bluegrass super . . . lineup Nov 13, 2009
Luke Bulla, the third member of the core trio, has played his fiddle with a laundry list of country and bluegrass greats including Ricky Skaggs and Lyle Lovett. Watkins s sister and Nickel Creek bandmate Sara also pitches in on the group s sterling debut, Works Progress Administration, released in September. (Boston Globe)
Jazz Plus to change dates in 2010 Nov 11, 2009
During the 2009 festival, which featured performances by Joe Cocker, Lyle Lovett and Ziggy Marley, raised 65,000 for music education programs in Sonoma Valley. Reader Comments. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Daily guide to television and radio Nov 10, 2009
9) The Tuesday Premier at 7:40 featuring new music from Lyle Lovett. Slaid Cleaves Live 2 p.m. WUMB-FM (91. (Boston Globe)
Lyle Lovett and his Large Band stir the Orpheum Theatre audience Nov 9, 2009
Lyle Lovett closed his splendid sold-out show at the Orpheum Theatre Friday night with the raucous country gospel outburst Church ... LYLE LOVETT and his Large Band. (Boston Globe)
Can't help but Lovett Nov 7, 2009
Lyle Lovett is like a hero out of a classic Western: He's simple and placid on the surface, but complex when you settle in and listen to the old-fashioned horse sense and humor that's wrapped into his melodies ... Lyle Lovett is like a hero out of a classic Western: He's simple and placid on the surface, but complex when you settle in and listen to the old-fashioned horse sense and humor that's wrapped into his melodies ... WireImage Lyle Lovett. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
It's not all Jay-Z this weekend in music Nov 6, 2009
Kottke is a sharp instrumentalist, whose acoustic guitar repertoire includes work with Los Lobos, Emmylou Harris and Lyle Lovett. If you're looking for guitar wizardry, this is it. (Fresno Bee)
Lyle Lovett, 'Natural Forces' Nov 2, 2009
Lyle Lovett, 'Natural Forces ... Country Lyle Lovett Natural Forces Curb / Lost Highway ESSENTIAL Natural Forces Lyle Lovett & His Large Band play at the Orpheum Theatre on Friday at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $36 ... Lyle Lovett lost some fans with his Large Band, an ensemble that extended his reach from country to big-band jazz and gospel. (Boston Globe)
Today in History Nov 1, 2009
Country singer Lyle Lovett is 52. Actress Rachel Ticotin is 51. (Yahoo News)
Anything for love Nov 1, 2009
Two decades, 10 albums and one marriage to Julia Roberts behind him, Lyle Lovett has released his latest project, Natural Forces ... Two decades, 10 albums and one marriage to Julia Roberts behind him, Lyle Lovett has released his latest project, Natural Forces. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
The real Texas is in them thar hills Oct 27, 2009
Then, looking to escape the hubbub, he and his wife moved to New Braunfels, a town of 53,000 at the southeast edge of the Hill Country that is home to legendary Gruene Hall, a barnlike venue that has drawn crooners ranging from Little Richard to Lyle Lovett. Soon after he moved, Kirkham was shooting pool in a bar when a baby-faced, honey-voiced country singer took the stage and started strumming above the pool balls' clack and the drinkers' twangy chatter. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Brian Kahanek Oct 26, 2009
Kahanek uses his new label to produce works by an array of artists and projects, and has an ever-expanding list of artists he'd like to work with, ranging from rockers like The Black Crowes, to country's Lyle Lovett, and onetime pop superstar Prince. Under his new label, Kahanek also recorded his third and latest solo album, One True Thing, due out in early 2010. (Suite101.com)
Soul power a Stones throw away Oct 20, 2009
COLOUR Me Free" Joss Stone (Three and one half stars):On "Colour Me Free," Joss Stone s much delayed fourth studio album (it s been bumped twice since its original spring drop date), the Brit waif is at her bluesy, soul-singer best. The back story is that Stone is a very unhappy camper at her record label and wants out of her contract. Yet any bad feeling about this is transformed into universal songs about the bondage and baggage of love. Stone s voice is powerful, reminiscent of the energy... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Mark your calendar Oct 15, 2009
Lyle Lovett and His Large Band at the Orpheum. NOVEMBER 7 | Prometheus Dance opens at the Cambridge Multicultural Arts Center. (Boston Globe)
Bono, Boss Join Costello On Sundance Channel's Spectacle Oct 14, 2009
In addition to U2's singer and guitarist and Bruce Springsteen, Spectacle's seven-installment second season will feature such guests as Sheryl Crow, Lyle Lovett, John Prine, Ron Sexsmith, Neko Case, Jesse Winchester, Ray LaMontagne, Nick Lowe, Levon Helm, Richard Thompson and Allen Toussaint. The show, which last season included Costello entertaining the likes of John, Tony Bennett, Lou Reed, Smokey Robinson, The Police, James Taylor, John Mellencamp, Norah Jones and former President Bill... (Multichannel News)
Valley Music Scene Oct 9, 2009
Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt - Wednesday, Oct. 14; Wells Fargo Center - Santa Rosa; 546-3600. Soul Majestic and Winstrong - Saturday, Oct. 10; 19 Broadway - Fairfax; (415) 459-0293. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Financial woes to end Rosebud Theatre's run Oct 7, 2009
Billie Brant wrote on Oct 6, 2009 10:34 PM:" The last show I saw there was in July. Lyle Lovett and his Large Band performed. It was FANTASTIC!I'm glad I "popped" the bucks for it especially now that the theatre will be closing. Lyle was on my "bucket list" of artists I want to see. I wasn't disappointed. I loved every minute of it. ". Most commented. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Fans gorge on free music at Hardly Strictly 9 Oct 7, 2009
Booker T. jammed with the Drive-By Truckers on Otis Redding's "(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay." John Prine and Lyle Lovett shared the stage Friday. Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant made a surprise appearance with Miller. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Bluegrass for the masses Oct 4, 2009
(10-02) 19:15 PDT SAN FRANCISCO -- Lyle Lovett and His Large Band played for thousands of music fans Friday under clear skies at the opening of this weekend's Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival in Golden Gate Park. Images. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Folk music listings Sep 13, 2009
WPA Nickel Creek grad Sean Watkins, Toad the Wet Sprocket s Glen Phillips, and Lyle Lovett fiddler Luke Bulla create sinewy alt-folk with Americana twang, pop-smarts, and a yearning populism. Nov. 13, Club Passim, 617-492-7679. (Boston Globe)
Americana group honors Nashville manager Sep 10, 2009
Levitan is founder and co-president of , an artist management firm with such acts as Lyle Lovett, Emmylou Harris, Kid Rock, Kings of Leon, Bon Jovi, the B-52s, Ben Folds, Michael McDonald, Peter Frampton and Lynyrd Skynyrd on its roster. Levitan will be recognized for the diversity of artists he represents, which has helped put Nashville on the map for more than just country music, and for his emphasis on building career artists rather than one-hit wonders. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Vince Bell: One Man's Music Sep 3, 2009
When his songs have been covered, (for example, Lyle Lovett covered I ve Had Enough on his album Step Inside This House), the songs have sparkled. Awkward Arrangements of Classic Vince Bell Songs on One Man s Music. (Suite101.com)
Hay at CoffeeCat on Friday Aug 27, 2009
Hay draws his music from influences like Tom Waits, The Pogues, Bob Marley, The Clash, John Hartford, Lyle Lovett, Woody Guthrie and Bruce Springsteen. Hay grew up in Helena, Mont. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Sam Bush goes back to his roots Aug 27, 2009
The co-founder of the acclaimed New Grass Revival, the Kentucky native has an extensive track record of exemplary solo work and commendable collaborations with the likes of Emmylou Harris, Leon Russell, Lyle Lovett, Bela Fleck and Levon Helm. Most of the album features Bush's road band - Scott Vestall (banjo), Stephen Mougin (guitar), Byron Harris (bass) and Chris Brown (drums) - but bluegrass legend Del McCoury steps in to harmonize on a pair of Bill Monroe-penned songs. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Sculpture city in misunderestimated' Michigan Aug 25, 2009
This Michigan landmark features an interactive children's garden, a farm garden and concert stage hosting headliners like Lyle Lovett has earned high praise from discerning visitors like former president Jimmy Carter who referred to Meijer Gardens as a "national treasure." While other museums are struggling in a tough economy, this urban refuge has not seen a downtown. Legendary artists are exhibited here along with an impressive group of rising stars. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Tickets On Sale Now: 'Bridge to Hope' All-Day Music Festival to Feature Top Artists, Gourmet Food, Art Show, Saturday, September 26th at Fort Mason's Great Meadow Aug 24, 2009
The celebrated choir has performed with such luminaries as Stan Getz, Lyle Lovett and Joan Baez, and played for dignitaries Nelson Mandela, South African Bishop Desmond Tutu and Mikhail Gorbachev. Since making her debut performance with her legendary father (blues great John Lee Hooker) Zakiya Hooker has performed with everyone from Etta James, Charles Brown, John Hammond and Taj Mahal. (PR Newswire)
Q&A: Lyle Lovett Aug 9, 2009
Q&A with singer-songwriter Lyle Lovett ... Q&A with singer-songwriter Lyle Lovett ... Lyle Lovett, one of Texas' most wide-ranging singer-songwriters, brings his 14-piece Large Band back to Phoenix on Thursday, Aug. 13. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
LETTER: Top Bagelfest bands should be country Aug 7, 2009
Billie Brant wrote on Aug 3, 2009 3:24 PM:" You know folks, there's all kinds of "country music" from bluegrass, tradtional country, county rock and today's country. There's enough variety to satisfy everyone. Personally I don't care much for some of the "new sounds" and artists, but that's just my personal taste. I do however like some of it. My feeling is a steel guitar or fiddle lick "thrown in" does not a "country song make". This attempt to validate it as country falls short in my book.... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Seahawks DT Craig Terrill rocks on Aug 6, 2009
"Playing what he calls "American rock" that is heavy on guitar riffs with a relentless pace, Terrill's played at the Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery in suburban Woodinville, where Elvis Costello, Jackson Browne, Lyle Lovett, Diana Krall, Chris Isaak, John Legend and India.Arie are playing this summer.He's played the House of Blues in Chicago. He's headlined shows at Seattle's trendy Triple Door as recently as June, singing original titles such as "Tippecanoe County" and "Indiana Boy. "The latter... (Muscatine Journal, IO)
SEAHAWKS CAMP: It's a rock 'n' roll lifestyle for Terrill Aug 6, 2009
Michelle Winery in suburban Woodinville, where Elvis Costello, Jackson Browne, Lyle Lovett, Diana Krall, Chris Isaak, John Legend and India. Arie are playing this summer. (Missoulian, MT)
Rufus Wainwright and Lyle Lovett to rock The Music Hall Jul 28, 2009
Lyle Lovett July 27, 2009 10:51 AM ... 5 The River: two unique singer/songwriters: Rufus Wainwright makes his Portsmouth debut Friday October 2, while Lyle Lovett returns on Tuesday November 10 this time with His Large Band ... One of the most distinctive songwriters to come out of Nashville, four-time Grammy Award winner Lyle Lovett a sell-out favorite at The Music Hall returns with His Large Band to shake things up with a mix of country, folk, pop and swing. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
The outside world Jul 24, 2009
July 31, Lyle Lovett & His Large Band, Chateau Ste ... July 31, Lyle Lovett & His Large Band, Chateau Ste. (Juneau Empire)
Local fans flock to see new 'Potter' Jul 21, 2009
Billie Brant wrote on Jul 19, 2009 7:48 PM:" I didn't go Harry. My granddaughter did and enjoyed it thoroughly. I guess she didn't see you. :-)I gotta go along with you Rotty. I don't think any movie these days could get me out at midnight. I'm more in line with going to the Rosebud Theatre and seeing a great entertainer, like Lyle Lovett in person and his "Large Band" last Wednesday. Wow what a show! It ran two hours and about forty minutes with NO intermission! All of us who attended sure got... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Local student to attend Interlochen Arts Camp Jul 16, 2009
In recent years, guest artists have included Joshua Bell, Olga Kern, Bob Dylan, Van Cliburn, Willie Nelson, B.B. King, Guster, Lyle Lovett, Trace Adkins, Branford Marsalis, the Moody Blues and many more. Loading commenting interface. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Lineup for Hardly Strictly Bluegrass festival Jul 4, 2009
The festival officially opens with a Friday afternoon show, this year headlined by Lyle Lovett and His Large Band and John Prine. Another act will also probably be announced. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
FIRST-STRING ACTOR STRUM & STRUMMER Jun 24, 2009
His voice is flexible enough to ape Lyle Lovett in one tune and conjure Springsteen in the next. And his songwriting is clever, funny and has an eccentric attitude. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
HARBOR FEST ROCKS INTO ACTION WITH JOAN JETT Jun 19, 2009
" "It's great to know people aren't laughing at the girls anymore," she said, looking very much the rock star.Dressed in leather pants and a tight shirt that failed to cover a tattoo on her lower back, Jett brought her act to Harbor Fest Friday night.She headlined the Lite Beer Flagship Stage on the three-day event's opening night. Other acts featured at Festival Park this weekend include the Romantics and contemporary jazz saxophonist Boney James. For times and other acts, check The Journal... (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Leno gets set to leave the `most wonderful job' May 31, 2009
In the lunch room, the staff raided boxes of snack cakes, topped by a sign indicating they were compliments of Lyle Lovett, a guest earlier this week. On Thursday's show, Billy Crystal, Leno's first "Tonight" guest 17 years ago, returned to salute him with a musical medley akin to Crystal's Oscar ceremony opening numbers. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
A big (jazz) plus May 26, 2009
But it was Lyle Lovett, performing with His Large Band, who stole the show with spunky tunes thick with Texas twang. The audience let out a collective squeal as he hit the first notes of "Cute as a Bug" and "No Big Deal.". (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Entertainment Weekly's Picks of the Week May 25, 2009
Leading up to his farewell, the week's parade of scheduled big guests include Mel Gibson (his first TV appearance since his divorce became watercooler fodder) and musical guest Lyle Lovett on Monday; California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Dwight Yoakam on Tuesday; Wanda Sykes and Sarah McLachlan on Wednesday; and Billy Crystal (the first guest when Leno took over as "Tonight Show" host in 1992) and Prince on Thursday. James Taylor will be the musical guest on Friday. (CNN -- Showbiz)
• Events Calendar May 22, 2009
" Saliers and Ray have a Grammy and six Grammy nominations. Tickets are 25 and 35, at 866-468-7624 or . Information: or 343-8649.Country, pop/BoiseSummer Concert Series, featuring Lyle Lovett and his band, at 7 p.m. JULY29 at Idaho Botanical Gardens' Outlaw Field, 2355 N. Penitentiary Road. Presented by the Knitting Factory and Idaho Botanical Garden. Singer-songwriter Lovett emerged during the 1980s and was initially labeled as a country singer. He combines a talent for incisive, witty lyrical... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Putting it together May 19, 2009
Audiences can first enjoy Shelby Lynne's powerful pipes at 6:30 p.m. At 9 p.m., Lyle Lovett will bring the flavors of the south when he performs with his Large Band. Things wrap up on Sunday with a performance at 6:30 p.m. by Chris Isaak, best known for his pop-inspired love songs as well as his television show "The Chris Isaak Hour" on the Biography network. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Chicken nuggets grow on trees May 15, 2009
Jazz festival promoters say, "Come for dinner and stay for the show!" Here's a chance to trot down to the Field of Dreams and hear Joe Cocker, Lyle Lovett, Ziggy Marley, Chris Isaak, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Shelby Lynne and many more stars, whether strictly jazz or not. Sonoma Jazz Plus will offer a "complete dinner ... for under 10" at the "SJ+ Bistro," where chef Bryan Martinez of Napa's Kinyon. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Weirdest celeb relationships May 12, 2009
Do you know what Lyle Lovett looks like. No. There is a reason for this. (iAfrica.com)
City Council pledges $30,000 to Jazz Plus May 8, 2009
Sonoma Jazz Plus runs through Memorial Day weekend, May 21-24, and features Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Keb' Mo', Joe Cocker, Shelby Lynne, Lyle Lovett, Chris Isaak and Ziggy Marley. Tickets are available through. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Cover story: Top 10 reasons to attend the Spotlight Awards Apr 9, 2009
You want to see if Dave Hunter of the Molenes is really a hotter version of Lyle Lovett. 2. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Open the CPC in True texas style Mar 28, 2009
Maybe Lyle Lovett or Robert Earl Keen. However it happens, I hope it happens in true Texas style. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Plano: Students give performance with Grammy award-winning artist Mar 26, 2009
He has also performed with Donald Fagen, Paul Simon, Sheryl Crow, Lyle Lovett, Stevie Wonder, Blood, Sweat , Bob Belden and David Lee Roth. Ries was also part of The Joe Henderson Big Band's 1998 Grammy award-winning album. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Chris Isaak to perform Mar 6, 2009
Sonoma residents will get first crack at tickets for the fifth annual Sonoma Jazz Plus Festival, where headliners include Lyle Lovett, Ziggy Marley and Chris Isaak ... Things will get a little bit country on Saturday, May 23, when Lyle Lovett and His Large Band perform. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Jazz Plus locals-only tickets Mar 6, 2009
H H H Any fans of Chris Isaak, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Joe Cocker, Keb' Mo', Lyle Lovett, Shelby Lynne and Ziggy Marley had better hustle on down to Sonoma Community Center tomorrow, March 7, for locals-only, ticket-access sales. 30 general to 90 reserved and a special 15 Thursday dance party ticket for age 15 and under. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Tickets on sale Saturday Mar 4, 2009
Sonoma residents can have first pick of tickets for the Sonoma Jazz Plus Festival, featuring Chris Isaak (pictured) Lyle Lovett and Ziggy Marley, set for Memorial Day Weekend ... Officials at the Sonoma Jazz Plus Festival announced Monday that rocker Chris Isaak would join the lineup of musicians performing this May, which includes Lyle Lovett, Ziggy Marley, Joe Cocker and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy ... Things will get a little bit country on Saturday, May 23, when Lyle Lovett and His Big Band... (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
'With a little help from my friends ...' Feb 27, 2009
Lyle Lovett, Ziggy Marley to headline Jazz Plus ... While pure jazz musicians may be in the minority, the recently announced lineup for this year's Sonoma Jazz Plus Festival includes some heavy hitting musicians, including four-time Grammy Award winner Lyle Lovett and his Large Band and legendary British rocker Joe Cocker ... Lyle Lovett and His Large Band will headline the show on Saturday, May 23. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Lyle Lovett, Ziggy Marley to headline Jazz Plus Feb 25, 2009
Lyle Lovett and His Large Band will headline the show on Saturday, May 23. While he may be remembered for his brief marriage to Julia Roberts, Lovett is a four-time Grammy winner who takes country music to a whole new level. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Reed back at Melting Point for third Valentine's show Feb 13, 2009
But she's best known for her longtime partnership with the quirky, big-haired Texan crooner Lyle Lovett. Reed, who has called Atlanta home for many years, began touring and recording with Lovett in the mid-1980s. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Salados Wildflower Art Show Blooms With Art, Wine & Fine Entertainment Feb 10, 2009
Paul performs all over Central Texas lending his unique interpretations to songs written mainly by Texas song writing greats such as Guy Clark, Townes VanZandt, Kris Kristofferson, Lyle Lovett, Bill Joe Shafer, Steven Formholz and many others. Fellow musicians, Doug Taylor and Michael Samuels play regularly with notable Austin-area bands, are in-demand studio musicians and have performed at Willie Nelsons Fourth of July Picnic. (KWTX.com, TX)
Art & Architecture » Feb 8, 2009
News Video It took a Pittsburgh gig a few days after a Steelers Super Bowl victory for John Hiatt to ask Lyle Lovett the following question: "Have you ever had a Ben Roethlis-burger?" (02/06/2009). "The Colosseum. Bird's-Eye View," 1776, by Giovanni Battista Piranesi Images of cavernous stone interiors penetrated by a maze of stairways and passages that dart in and out of menacing shadow are reminiscent of a set design for an early 20th-century horror film or an illustration to accompany a... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Arts)
