Anderson service Nov 21, 2009
Honorary casket bearers were: Ed Benson, Jack Robinson, Robert Johnson and Gerald Giese. Pederson-Volker Funeral Chapel is serving the family. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Winfrey Announces Show's End in 2011 Nov 21, 2009
In 2003, Winfrey became the first black woman to make Forbes magazine's billionaire's list, and just the second African-American after BET cable network founder Robert Johnson. Earlier this year, Forbes scored her net worth at $2. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Godfather of rap Nov 17, 2009
He denies that his recent experiences have percolated into the record, though it is distinctly dark in places, dealing with his own upbringing "in a broken home" and including a cover of the Robert Johnson blues Me and the Devil. The musician is taking on a limited number of concert engagements, and checking the proofs of a book about Martin Luther King, to be published by go-ahead British imprint Canongate. (BBC News -- Americas)
50 reasons Fitty's going strong Nov 17, 2009
Mayer could have made up for some lost ground on his cover of the Robert Johnson classic Crossroads, and he could have reminded us all that he s a student of the late great Stevie Ray Vaughan s guts-and-glory guitar style ... Mayer could have made up for some lost ground on his cover of the Robert Johnson classic Crossroads, and he could have reminded us all that he s a student of the late great Stevie Ray Vaughan s guts-and-glory guitar style. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Mississippi to restore Robert Johnson birthplace Nov 14, 2009
The mystery surrounding bluesman Robert Johnson's life and death feeds the lingering fascination with his work ... White was commissioned by HBO about three years ago to write the script, but the production company's management changed and the project was scrapped, said Cathy Gurley, who handles publicity for the Robert Johnson Foundation. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Bluesman Johnson’s birthplace to be restored Nov 13, 2009
- The mystery surrounding bluesman Robert Johnson s life and death feeds the lingering fascination with his work ... It s amazing that after all these years, people still talk about Robert Johnson on the level that they do, said the bluesman s grandson, Steven Johnson. (Boston Globe)
Lingering interest in bluesman Robert Johnson spawns project to restore home where he was born Nov 13, 2009
This is a late 1950's photograph provided by the Copiah County Office of Cultural Affairs of the home of legendary bluesman Robert Johnson in Hazlehurst, Miss ... (AP) The mystery surrounding bluesman Robert Johnson's life and death feeds the lingering fascination with his work ... "It's amazing that after all these years, people still talk about Robert Johnson on the level that they do," said the bluesman's grandson, Steven Johnson. (FOX61, CT)
Keb' Mo' to play blues at Theatre Nov 9, 2009
Moore has also acted in several films, including "Can't You Hear the Wind Howl?," in which he portrays the iconic blues guitarist Robert Johnson. He said he does not really count his roles as acting because he usually portrays someone involved in music. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Clarinetist Ben Goldberg rediscovers jazz roots with quartet Go Home Oct 25, 2009
The band s follow-up album, 1999 s Ghost of Electricity on Songlines, was moody and expansive, inspired by the spooky blues and old-time music of Roscoe Holcomb, Doc Boggs, Charley Patton, and Robert Johnson. When you get down to it, there s as much wisdom in the best mountain music or blues as the great pop and jazz tunes that form the basis of the jazz repertoire, Goldberg said. (Boston Globe)
Bring your records and take them for a spin at Toad Oct 23, 2009
Buckley, 36 and amply tattooed with the likenesses of blues titan Robert Johnson and country icon Hank Williams, admitted that the first LP he owned was Sesame Street Fever, though he says he quickly moved on to Billy Idol s Rebel Yell. For some spinners like Greg Ghazil, 37, the LP format was already an antiquated relic - all but extinct by the time he began listening to music in earnest. (Boston Globe)
Glitz and glamour of Dolphins' owners bring NFL to new fans Oct 14, 2009
Robert Johnson, who has operated the NBA's Charlotte Bobcats since 2003, was the first African American to own a majority stake in an NBA franchise. Charles Wang came to the USA from Shanghai and taught himself about the nuances of hockey before purchasing the New York Islanders in 2000. (USA Today -- Sports)
Hollywood flair visits impoverished Miss. Delta Oct 3, 2009
Edwards said she hopes people passing through nearby Indianola to see a B.B. King museum and the gravesite of seminal bluesman Robert Johnson in Leflore County will come in for Rulevilles attractions. For a $4 admission fee, visitors also can hear nostalgic tales and insider tidbits from Bayless, who spends part of the year in California. (MSNBC -- Lifestyle)
Tall task for JPD chief pick Oct 2, 2009
Former JPD Chief Robert Johnson said Coleman needs to concentrate on surrounding herself with capable people ... Robert Johnson was chief from 1994-1997 and ran against Harvey Johnson for mayor this year ... Harvey Johnson fired Robert Johnson. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Washington town clamps down on loud car stereos Sep 30, 2009
pangborn wrote on Sep 29, 2009 1:11 PM:" The law is an infringement of the right of free speech which includes expression. Loud music is artistic expression. ft it's not rap or pap I don't much care.... blues is good. Loud blues... Robert Johnson ". crowsfeet wrote on Sep 29, 2009 1:44 PM:" OK, so now when I am washing my car on my front lawn to keep from getting a fine I will not be able to listen to my stereo without getting a fine and if I light up a smoke since my car will be less than 20... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Tupacs writings to join MLK, Jackson papers at AUC Sep 26, 2009
What about storing the writings and teachings of Dr. Ben Carson or Fredrick Douglass or Robert Johnson who founded with $500, Ebony & Jet Magazine. This is truly a sad day. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Town planning new Railroad Festival in Oct. Sep 9, 2009
And, of course, part of the attraction to the event will of course be the Robert Johnson lore that permeates the town's history ... "Obviously one of the biggest tourism draws we have as far as the arts is the Robert Johnson connection," Coates said ... "People come by here all the time looking for Robert Johnson memorabilia. People come from all over the world for the experience of seeing his hometown." Event organizers said they didn't realize when they set up the festival that it falls on the... (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
21st Century Beatlemania About To Storm America Sep 6, 2009
"We sell at least an album a day," said Robert Johnson Lee at Joe's Record Paradise in Rockville. "They printed so many copies, people are actually always selling them (to us). They are still so popular people are still buying them," he said. (W-USA News, DC)
Music Man Murray prepares to spin last record Aug 24, 2009
There, Weiss says, he discovered a trove of old 78s by blues legends Robert Johnson and Charlie Patton and pre-World War II jazz recordings by Louis Armstrong. If he were younger and had more time, Murray says, maybe he would stick around and try to reissue some of his rarities on CD.. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Filmmaker impressed during quick area tour Aug 14, 2009
Schriver said the main draw of the area, of course, is the almost legendary life of blues great Robert Johnson, who allegedly sold his soul to the devil in order to be the greatest blues musician who ever lived. But Schriver also took the filmmaker and his team, which included Charles Ray, who was the art director for "The Godfather," to Brookhaven to do a quick run-through of the Mississippi School of the Arts. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
'09 Football Opponent Preview: Utah Aug 14, 2009
A senior with potential that matches his size is 6'6", 300-pound tackle Viliamu Nau. Utah's Most Improved Offensive Player in 2008, Chris Joppru got four of the five starts accorded to the tight end position. He and junior Brad Clifford must fend off more than opposing rushers, as redshirt freshman Kendrick Moeai is a dynamite prospect at the position. Scouting Opponent's Defense Plenty is new on the defensive side of the ball, but the most important piece--Utah's defensive scheme--remains... (Uoflsports.com)
A trove of Woody Guthrie gems are brought to light Aug 2, 2009
It s not quite like trying to figure out how [blues legend] Robert Johnson died, but there is a Da Vinci Code aspect to it. Jeff Jones, then president of Columbia s Legacy label and now CEO of Apple Corps, suggested they visit Pomeroy, who works in a studio in the attic of a Cobble Hill, Brooklyn, brownstone. (Boston Globe)
OJ Thomas alumni here Aug. 7-9 Jul 31, 2009
Pastor Robert Johnson and guest speaker Pastor Hubert E. Debose Sr., of Simmonsville Baptist Church in Killeen, will lead the program. Following the church program, light refreshments will be available at the church. (Cameron Herald, TX)
No comments posted. Jul 25, 2009
Some of the ladies attending were Mrs. William Stone, Mrs. Don Sumwalt, Mrs. Richard Trussel, Mrs. Mary Chick, Mrs. Richard Coats, Mrs. Bill Perry, Mrs. Robert Johnson, and Mrs. Richard Hunter. The Blackford County Draft Board has received notice that John Peter Redmond, Jr. was inducted into the Army on July 20 and ordered to report to the Army Reception Station at Fort Knox, Kentucky, for basic training. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
At Our Best (July 20) Jul 20, 2009
Christopher Robert Johnson of Corvallis graduated from Western Washington University winter quarter. He received a bachelor of arts degree in political science. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Mississippi's got talent Jul 19, 2009
"When many of our famous writers, including Faulkner and Richard Wright were coming out, musicians were having their own renaissance - Muddy Waters, Robert Johnson, Jimmie Rodgers. "And that has continued with the new musicians. " Whether new, old, alive or dead, many of Mississippi's greatest singers shared the same talent incubator: church. "Church is where they learn how to sing and perform," Wilson says. "Go to any small town, and the community centers are often having gospel singing. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Tuesday Trivia: Rock 'N' Roll Urb... Jul 14, 2009
Robert Johnson sold his soul to the devil in order to play guitar like a demon. owned the Elephant Man s bones. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Vitale, Canales find net in victory Jul 9, 2009
Thomas Hitchcock had three assists, Mike Borst had two assists, Matt Lakota had a team-high 12 saves, and Courtney Harris, Josh Daeffler and Robert Johnson led the defense. Allan Klimek and Matt Weiman each scored one goal for Erie. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood Are ... Jul 7, 2009
Paying homage: Buddy Holly, Jimi Hendrix and Robert Johnson ... Clapton's is first, choosing Robert Johnson's "Ramblin' On My Mind." It may as well have been the thick summer air and the country roads of Mississippi, not winter in New York City, because that's where Clapton carries the listener. (Suite101.com)
McNair's death shocks Miss. fans Jul 5, 2009
"I didn't want to believe it at first," said Robert Johnson, a wide receiver on the Oak Grove High School football team. "I had the opportunity to work out with an NFL legend and one of the best quarterbacks to ever play in the league. It was a blessing. He was a great man.". (The Clarion-Ledger)
US cities may have to be bulldozed in order to survive, Tom Leonard, The Telegraph Jun 17, 2009
" This statement is not completely true. For the past year Flint's downtown has been going thru a renaissance with the U of M's dorms, the student housing renovations at the Character Inn as well as the restoration of the Durant Hotel for additional student housing. Downtown Flint is on it's way back! Cliff on June 15, 2009 at 07:23 PM The article "downsizing" as the brainchild of Mr. Kildee in Flint. However, he got the idea from our mayor - Jay Williams - in Youngstown, Ohio.... (Harper's Magazine)
Raffled guitar helps out local person in need Jun 2, 2009
Robert Johnson III hands a custom guitar to Debbie Vincent as Joe Thurman hands her a check for 829 raised in the Simply the Blues weekend raffle of the guitar ... The lucky winner of the guitar was Robert Johnson III. He is often seen at local music events. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
High-Pressure Sales Revealed May 30, 2009
"Conn's is really doing some questionable things," said Robert Johnson of the Texas CCC. "You've got to wonder why is Conn's selling warranties if they don't plan on honoring them.". Now the Texas Attorney General says he knows why. (Click2Houston, TX)
• Musicians unplug in Sun Valley next weekend May 29, 2009
His repertoire includes everything from Robert Johnson covers to Obama songs to a moving "America," used for the inauguration ceremony on the TV series "West Wing.". Concertgoers can attend one evening or both. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Space talk: PES discusses building use May 29, 2009
The committee has also met with architect Robert Johnson who has given a professional evaluation on the condition of the district buildings. Superintendent Tim Smith said the architect had no major concerns about the PES buildings. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
African-American Theatre Festival focuses on lives of women, girls May 29, 2009
This year's fest features four productions: "Mother G," by Robert Johnson; "The Children's Hour," by Lillian Hellman; and two one-act plays by Parker, "Feathers on My Arms . . . Zora Neale Flying High" and "Bess the Brave," which run in tandem. "Mother G" is about a courageous woman who stands up to her pastor to stop an injustice within her church, based on a true story from 1963. (Boston Globe)
A city of talent May 27, 2009
The four festival plays are tonight's "Mother G" (below) by Robert Johnson (for ages 12 and older), followed on other dates by Lillian Hellman's "The Children's Hour" (ages 10 and older), and Parker's "Feathers on My Arms . . . Zora Neale Flying High" with "Bess the Brave" (ages 10 and older). "Mother G" is tonight at 7:30. (Boston Globe)
Results of the half marathon May 18, 2009
THE MARINE CORP HISTORIC HALF MARATHON FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA SUNDAY, MAY 17, 2009 --- OVERALL RESULTS --- No. Oallp Name Chip ===== ===== ================================== ======= 4496 801 Greg Malone 1:51:03 980 802 David Philpott 1:51:03 7016 803 Elizabeth Quinn 1:51:03 4353 804 Nancy Aguilar 1:51:06 6534 805 Andrew Miller 1:51:06 2507 806 Jonathon Weaver 1:51:06 7044 807 Kevin Murphy 1:51:06 2401 808 Bruce Prescott 1:51:07 5460 809 Paul Easton 1:51:08 4431 810 Steve Horeczko 1:51:12 3095... (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Voters weigh candidate's images, personalities May 17, 2009
Former JPD chief and mayoral candidate Robert Johnson also has endorsed Crisler ... "There was a lot of malaise and mediocrity that characterized the previous eight years," Robert Johnson said ... Robert Johnson was police chief when Harvey Johnson won his first term. (The Clarion-Ledger)
May 1-15, 2009, Obituaries May 16, 2009
Robert Johnson, 72, East Brainerd Robert Junkman Johnson of East Brainerd died Wednesday, April 29, 2009. He was 72. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Blues Music Awards span genre's past, present, future May 6, 2009
Edwards, 93, a friend of the legendary Robert Johnson who claims to have been present at his mystery-shrouded death in 1938, is nominated in the traditional blues album category for Roamin' and Ramblin', featuring sessions from 2007 and the mid-1970s. "I feel good all right, good about that," Edwards says. (USA Today)
Berklee scholarship winners ready to face the music May 3, 2009
Recently, Williams earned his scholarship by winning a talent showcase in Crystal Springs, organized by the Robert Johnson Blues Museum ... He will perform Saturday at the Robert Johnson Birthday Blast, a festival at Lake Chautauqua Park in Crystal Springs. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Columbia Academy hosts Appreciation Dinner Apr 29, 2009
Five-year service awards were given to Susan Adkisson, Jenny Johnson, Robert Johnson, Frances McKennon, Diane Primm and Betty Randolph. Ten-year award recipients are Eric Bryant, Nancee Glasgow, Betty Hardison, Anna Holmes, Christi Parsons, Rebekah Spears and Christy Thrasher. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Music review: Australian Chamber Orchestra Apr 29, 2009
Still, the lyrical phrases of Handel's more intimate writing registered beautifully, and in "Va tacito e nascosto" from "Giulio Cesare," ably partnered by hornist Robert Johnson, Scholl created a strong dramatic scene without worrying too much about vocal weight. The rest of the orchestral program was splendidly played - particularly "From the Monkey Mountains Suite," arranged by Tognetti from the vividly folkloric String Quartet No. 2 by the Czech-Jewish composer Pavel Haas (one of the group of... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Horhn, Crisler ahead in money Apr 29, 2009
Former Police Chief Robert Johnson, incumbent Mayor Frank Melton and Hinds County Tax Collector Eddie Fair ran distantly behind Crisler and Horhn with more than $50,000 in contributions for each ... Robert Johnson also has self-financed his race with a contribution of nearly $30,000. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Contest winner to perform in Crystal Springs Apr 16, 2009
NASHVILLE An Indianapolis man has won a talent contest sponsored by the Robert Johnson Blues Foundation. Zakk Knight will receive a guitar, harmonica and invitation to perform at the Robert Johnson Birthday Blast May 9 in Crystal Springs. (The Clarion-Ledger)
2009 Rock Hall Inductees Honor Pop's Subgenres Apr 5, 2009
To cover their flanks from critical nitpickers, Rock Hall organizers included blues legend Robert Johnson, jazz great Miles Davis and hip-hop pioneer Grandmaster Flash among those who have been inducted. In all likelihood, all of them would like flitch at the thought that they were playing rock 'n' roll. (KCRA 3, CA)
Ben Harper's grooving forward Apr 3, 2009
" Harper seemed to break every rule. He played a style of blues which hovered somewhere between the Delta blues of Robert Johnson and the more aggressive rock experimentation of Led Zeppelin's Jimmy Page. His voice possessed more than a hint of Cat Stevens and embraced some kind of strange hybrid of blues and folk. And, most eccentrically, he sat down for most of the performance. This Herald reviewer was blown away, summing up the concert and Harper as "a musician who, like Jeff Buckley, plays... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Local musician Katie Brandeburg goes to her roots to find inspiration Mar 25, 2009
Brandeburgs father is a musician and although she grew up in a house filled with music, she said she didnt always appreciate her dads music and his influences, like Bob Dylan and Robert Johnson, until later on in life. I didnt like his guitar playing, Brandeburg said. (The Daily Universe, UT)
How To Use the Blue Notes For Guita... Mar 24, 2009
Consider this lick below, similar to the riff used by Eric Clapton on his cover of Robert Johnson s Crossroads (actually, Johnson called it Crossroad Blues). The Seventh is in italics. (Suite101.com)
Economic blues? Mar 20, 2009
Robert Johnson, the greatest bluesman of them all, is said to have sold his soul to the devil at a crossroads on US 61 in return for mastery of his guitar. BB King and Howlin' Wolf called this place home too, and loved and lost and fought and sang their way around the Delta - creating rock music incidentally as they went. (BBC News -- Americas)
Petoskey tables Kilwins decision Mar 18, 2009
Council member Robert Johnson said he wants to send a message to a company that s been here for the last 30 years we want you to stay. If we go ahead and approve this, I would personally count on you to support your local franchise. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Mayoral hopefuls try to stand out Mar 11, 2009
Others, such as former Police Chief Robert Johnson, said blaming state government is an excuse ... Nine of the 18 Jackson mayoral candidates, including Robert Amos (from left), David Archie, Dorothy "Dot" Benford, Marshand Crisler, John Horhn, Harvey Johnson Jr., Robert Johnson, Brenda Scott and Rick Whitlow, take the stage for a panel discussion Tuesday night at Millsaps College in Jackson ... Robert Johnson, Democrat. (The Clarion-Ledger)
BY GEORGE, HE'S GOT IT! Feb 17, 2009
"I often find myself listening to the music he would listen to around the house. I'll put on some Hoagy Carmichael or classical Indian music or Robert Johnson. That variety affected his work, and it affects mine.". As the son of one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century, Harrison advises all famous offspring that the way to avoid being judged is to "work 10 times harder than everyone else. "With a famous parent it's easier to get a foot in the door, but without the work you won't... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
2008 Blues Challenge Finals are this week Feb 8, 2009
Close your eyes to hear the passages of the Deltamen like Skip James, Charlie Patton, Tommy Johnson, with a song or two by Fred McDowell or Robert Johnson. Even as a young man, his musical depth will make you wonder just who gave him this talent. (Middletown Press, CT)
Music loving Feb 8, 2009
The various blues-based genres have always inspired Ainslie, who authored Robert Johnson / at the Crossroads about the iconic blues guitarist's works from 1936 to 1937 ... Ainslie has taught years of guitar and music classes, and he has released an instructional DVD focusing on Robert Johnson's music. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
A political entry to the Grammys Feb 7, 2009
Oldest nominee Blues pianist Pinetop Perkins, 95, was born two years after devil-collaborating guitarist Robert Johnson. Sign the Grammys are overhyped Wednesday's broadcast of Katie Couric's All Access Grammy Special, in which Taylor Swift was unable to provide a single example of John McCain ever leading the charge for more Wall Street oversight. (Globe and Mail)
