'Pirate Radio' Nov 13, 2009
At night, they tucked boxy transistor radios under their pillows and during the day, got together with friends and danced, danced, danced as disc jockeys played the newest Rolling Stones or Supremes or Beach Boys tune. Pirate Radio. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Osbourne in Susan Boyle apology Nov 13, 2009
Page last updated at 11:49 GMT, Thursday, 12 November 2009. Susan Boyle (r) recently appeared on America's Got Talent. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Who's Super Bowl-bound Nov 13, 2009
In past years, the roster of performers has included Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson (and her infamous "wardrobe malfunction"), Paul McCartney, U2, The Rolling Stones, Prince and Bruce Springsteen ... In past years, the roster of performers has included Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson (and her infamous "wardrobe malfunction"), Paul McCartney, U2, The Rolling Stones, Prince and Bruce Springsteen. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Early feminist featured in fine farce Nov 13, 2009
She couldn't possibly have been listening to the Kinks, Janis Joplin and the Rolling Stones when she was writing such plays as "The Rover," having affairs with men and women alike and spying for the British government ... She couldn't possibly have been listening to the Kinks, Janis Joplin and the Rolling Stones when she was writing such plays as "The Rover," having affairs with men and women alike and spying for the British government. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Phish's Miami party Nov 12, 2009
Since reconvening, Phish has had a superb year they covered The Rolling Stones classic LP Exile on Main St. on Halloween at Festival 8 in Indio, Calif. reviving another band tradition of covering full albums on Oct. 31; they have a new LP, Joy, and they played a sold-out show at Bostons Fenway Park. (The Palm Beach Post)
Ronnie Wood divorced by wife Jo Nov 12, 2009
Rolling Stones rock star Ronnie Wood has been divorced by his wife Jo on the grounds of his admitted adultery. District Judge Anne Aitken pronounced the decrees nisi at London's High Court - which marks the penultimate stage of the divorce proceedings. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Wife Divorces Ronnie Wood, Claims Adultery Nov 12, 2009
Rolling Stones Guitarist, Estranged Wife Married 24 Years ... LONDON -- Rolling Stones rocker Ronnie Wood has been divorced by his wife of 24 years on the grounds of adultery. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Why UK fashion has long been ahead of the curve Nov 12, 2009
Marianne Faithfull As a muse for the Rolling Stones, Faithfull mirrored the arc of the 1960s: dewy innocence giving way to bohemian hedonism. As she traded prim jumpers for Mod-ish go-go boots and granny glasses, so did we. (Boston Globe)
Rolling Stones Rocker Divorced by Wife Nov 12, 2009
Rolling Stones vocalist Mick Jagger, left, and guitarist Ronnie Wood, right, perform on stage during a concert at the military airport base in Duebendorf, Switzerland, as part of the band's "A Bigger Bang" tour Saturday, Aug. 5, 2006 ... (AP) Rolling Stones rocker Ronnie Wood has been divorced by his wife of 24 years on the grounds of adultery. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Pirate Radio just rolls when it should rock Nov 12, 2009
The Kinks, the Who, the Rolling Stones, the Yardbirds, Jimi Hendrix these are the stars of "Pirate Radio," and the well-chosen songs are the main thing keeping the film afloat ... Some of this gang inflict the sort of hurt and betrayal on comrades that could have broken up the unbreakable Rolling Stones at their zenith. (MSNBC -- Movies)
How to cook a golden goose Nov 11, 2009
Preston grew up, in his own words, "in London in the '60s in the same Chelsea street where The Rolling Stones lived and, 10 years later, where punk was born". Or as Robert puts it, "Matt's even more passionate about music than he is about food". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
At Bridgewater Church Roots Rock Revue Chronicles the History of Rock and Roll Nov 11, 2009
"There will be covers of songs by Lennon and McCartney, Jimi Hendrix, the Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, Neil Young, the Grateful Dead and more.More than 25 performers will sing and play a variety of instruments.Kevin will perform the Buddy Holly version of "Rave On. "Other performers from the Revue Rhythm Section include Dave Bengtson, Jeff Case, Billy Kavanek, Frank Kelly and Ethan Lindblom.BCC Choir Director Linda Burton will sing Joni Mitchell's "Raised on Robbery. (Voices, CT)
Aerosmith 'seeking new frontman' Nov 11, 2009
Their musical relationship has been likened to that of their role models, Mick Jagger and Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones. But relations have soured in recent years. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Las Vegas Sun Nov 10, 2009
If the Rolling Stones can still do it, why can't Aerosmith ... The Rolling Stones, Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
It's a steep and twisty drive into Salt River Canyon. Nov 10, 2009
You Got the Silver, the Rolling Stones: Keith Richards at his best will get you ready to buy some Native American jewelry at the bottom of the canyon. When the Sun Goes Down, Kenny Chesney: Chesney and his pal Uncle Kracker were singing about the Caribbean, but sunset over Seneca Lake will do just fine. (AZCentral -- Travel)
'Dear Aerosmith...'The boys are at it again. Not unlike their late ’70s cocaine... Nov 10, 2009
You guys were supposed to be America s Rolling Stones ... And Aerosmith did indeed become the Rolling Stones, just not the version music fans had hoped ... Today s Aerosmith and today s Rolling Stones have more in common than their original incarnations. (New York Post -- News)
Rolling Stones Live at the Max Digitally Re-Mastered DVD and Blu-ray to be Released on November 10 Nov 10, 2009
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Rolling Stones Steel Wheels tour, Universal Music Group and S2BN Entertainment announce the digitally re-mastered release of Rolling Stones Live at the Max on and tomorrow, November 10, 2009 ... Offering every fan the best seat in the house, features 90 minutes of classic Rolling Stones footage shot during the European leg of their Steel Wheels tour in London, Berlin and Turin, and showcases 16 songs including classic... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Director Richard Curtis' pirate's life Nov 9, 2009
The station's location enabled it to circumvent a British law restricting the playing of pop music icons like the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and the Who ... "For a small island, in three years we gave the world the Who, Led Zeppelin, the Rolling Stones, the Kinks and the Beatles. I'm particularly proud to come from the same place as those phenomenal musical changes," said Nighy, who calls "Pirate Radio" "patriotic" in publicizing how Britain made music history. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Tickets on sale for ‘Have A Blues Christmas’ concert Nov 9, 2009
Holt performs nearly 200 shows a year and has toured throughout the world sharing the stage with some of rock s royalty, including The Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton. For 10 years he toured with his mentor, blues legend Buddy Guy, who asked him to join his band not long after Holt graduated from Columbia Central High School. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Sheboygan man tries to sell the rights to his name Nov 6, 2009
"I'm just trying to do his song justice," said Estelle, who sang "Satisfaction," the Rolling Stones song that Redding covered. "I hope I come close to making the song sound great just like him.". (Fresno Bee)
No Doubt sues game maker over Band Hero Nov 6, 2009
The lawsuit claims a feature allows players to have lead singer Gwen Stefani perform suggestive lyrics from the Rolling Stones' hit "Honky Tonk Women." The suit also notes a virtual version of bassist Tony Kanal can be made to sing his band's hit "Just a Girl," but with Stefani's voice. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Taylor Swift tickets sell out in minutes Nov 6, 2009
The Save Mart Center doesn't keep records of such things, but in-the-know minds remember The Rolling Stones, Madonna (the first of her two shows), Britney Spears and Hannah Montana selling out the first day ... Something even The Rolling Stones didn't do. (Fresno Bee)
Taking the list out of the listener Nov 6, 2009
In the '60s, there was a war not initiated by the bands involved but in the media as to who was best: the Beatles or the Rolling Stones. Fans can be like members of a tribe. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
EMI sues Beatles download website Nov 5, 2009
com - which also features songs by other major artists including Robbie Williams and The Rolling Stones - are on sale for significantly less than other music download sites. Songs in the UK iTunes store cost 79p. (BBC News -- Technology)
Springsteen Looking for $10 Million Book Deal Nov 5, 2009
Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones got an $8 million advance for his autobiography, and Eric Clapton got $4 million. Springsteen, 60, has kept journals throughout his long career and they would serve as the basis for his book, according to Kelly. (Newsmax)
How to Use the Colon Nov 4, 2009
Todd is a big fan of bands of the 60s the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, the Byrds, Jefferson Airplane, the Who. He says there is one thing he d like to do before he dies play bass like John Entwistle. (Suite101.com)
The Life and Times of the Sports Arena Nov 3, 2009
Published: Friday, October 30, 2009 4:33 PM PDT DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES - Its been a long while since the Rolling Stones, The Who or Pink Floyd played the Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena in Exposition Park, but Bruce Springsteen had two sold-out concerts there early this year, and you cant do much better than that ... Pink Floyd has disbanded, and The Who and Rolling Stones exist only as nostalgia acts. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Lawyers sue, men plunder Nov 3, 2009
For the 1997 hit Bitter Sweet Symphony, the English band the Verve (singer Richard Ashcroft) signed over 50 per cent of profits from the song to the Rolling Stones in exchange for the right to use a sample from the 1965 recording of The Last Time ... In the music video, he played in a courtroom along with the session drummer, Jim Keltner, as the judge, and Ronnie Wood from the Rolling Stones, interjected with the words, ''Could be Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Classic rockers 'never quit' Nov 3, 2009
Rolling Stones star Ronnie Wood was honoured for his outstanding contribution to rock. Rock legends from Brian May to Anvil walked the red carpet but BBC reporter Emma Jones wanted to know if they would ever hang up their guitars. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Anything for love Nov 1, 2009
The Rolling Stones in Concert, expanded and enhanced Denzel in The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 ... The Rolling Stones in Concert, expanded and enhanced Denzel in The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Speed of sound Oct 31, 2009
Fans can instantly discover the Rolling Stones' 1980s works, if they want to ... Do you fancy losing yourself in the brilliant first album by Florence And The Machine, or deriving no end of entertainment from how awful The Rolling Stones got in the 1980s. (BBC News -- Technology)
Disney sets out to make 'The Passion for kids' Oct 30, 2009
A groupie who was granted access to the inner sanctums of the Beatles and the Rolling Stones has lifted the lid on their hedonistic lifestyles in a new memoir. Kenya will conduct a study among homosexuals and use the findings to help control the spread of HIV/Aids in the east African country, where homosexuality is illegal. (Yahoo News -- 'The Passion of the Christ')
Bigger, better Apples. Too bad about the nano video. Oct 28, 2009
com - Bigger, better Apples. Too bad about the nano video. (Channelnewsasia.com)
Will This Is It surpass Miley & Hannah? Oct 27, 2009
Concert films historically have been a niche genre, with only a few finding a lasting audience in theaters or on home video, among them "Woodstock," "Monterey Pop," "Madonna: Truth or Dare," the Rolling Stones' "Gimme Shelter" and "Shine a Light," The Band's "The Last Waltz," the Talking Heads' "Stop Making Sense" and "U2: Rattle and Hum.". Box-office results for concert flicks have been petty cash compared to blockbuster action films and comedies, with last March's "Jonas Brothers: The 3D... (MSNBC -- Music)
Windows users inseventh heaven Oct 24, 2009
The launch is likely to be low key compared to attempts to plug previous incarnations of the software by the company to wow its audience, when the likes of Jerry Seinfeld and the Rolling Stones were paraded for the audience. Vista users who have had their 19th nervous breakdown may see this week's release as a welcome relief, and they can upgrade for free if they have purchased Vista in recent months. (Asia Times Online)
Slanguage Dictionary Oct 23, 2009
" ducats -- tickets; "Scalpers were selling Rolling Stones ducats for as much as $500 apiece. " emcee -- master of ceremonies; "Billy Crystal is being courted to emcee the Oscars again. (Variety)
Camille Paglia Oct 23, 2009
Whether it was the electrified Bob Dylan (methedrine), early Pink Floyd (LSD), the Velvet Underground and the Rolling Stones' "Exile on Main Street" (heroin), or David Bowie's Ziggy Stardust (cocaine), I seem to love artists in their most altered, hallucinatory states. Yet another chapter for some future manifesto on psychedelic criticism. (Salon)
Remembering concert documentaries that rock Oct 23, 2009
It was called The T.A.M.I. Show (which stood for Teenage Awards Music International) and it brought together some of the days top artists, such as James Brown, the Rolling Stones, Marvin Gaye, the Supremes, the Beach Boys and Lesley Gore ... Scorsese returned to the concert genre in 2008 with Shine a Light, which documented several Rolling Stones performances for their A Bigger Bang Tour in 2006. (MSNBC -- News)
Apology for singing shop worker Oct 22, 2009
Mrs Burt, who describes herself as a Rolling Stones fan, said that despite the initial warning from the PRS, she had been unable to stop herself singing at work. They would need to put a plaster over my mouth to get me to stop, I can't help it. (BBC News)
'60s rock photography revisited Oct 22, 2009
The Rolling Stones, with less good grace, sneer through hangovers and lack of sleep for an early-morning photo shoot in the fog of Primrose Hill. On the opposite wall, David Bowie perfects his "alien spaceman" look with a gold jumpsuit and Led Zeppelin members sport the impassive stares of rock gods. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Start me up, Windows Oct 21, 2009
Microsoft had bought every advert in that day's edition of The Times and even licensed the Rolling Stones song 'Start Me Up' to promote their brand-new operating system. I knew what Windows 95 looked like. (BBC News -- Technology)
Marching bands converge on Muscatine Oct 20, 2009
Twenty-two bands performed on the Muscatine High School football field playing tunes ranging from selections from Phantom of the Opera to songs by the Rolling Stones. Usually the state festival is held every other year between Muscatine and Davenport, but because of a schedule conflict at Brady Street Stadium, the 2009 competition found its way to the MHS field. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Kiss Still Rocking All Night Long Oct 19, 2009
Legendary Band Kiss Is Still Rocking All Night Long - ABC News. Legendary Rockers Kiss Strong as Ever After 35 Years. (ABC News)
Depp, Richards join Spike TV's celebration of sci-fi, horror, comics, fantasy at 'Scream 2009' Oct 18, 2009
Fans welcomed the Rolling Stones guitarist with a standing ovation as Johnny Depp presented him with the Rock Immortal award. "I liked the living legend, that was all right, but immortal is even better," Richards said in an interview before accepting the honor. (FOX61, CT)
Black Crowes Oct 17, 2009
Claim to fame: In 1990, the Crowes were named Best New American Band in both the critics poll and readers poll at Rolling Stone on the strength of a multiplatinum debut called "Shake Your Moneymaker" that found them effortlessly channeling the spirit of the Faces and the Rolling Stones ... For fans of: The Faces, the Rolling Stones, the Allman Brothers Band, Led Zeppelin. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Peterson Plays Guitar Hero Oct 17, 2009
Collin Peterson was living a rock n roll dream last night, playing guitar alongside legendary Rolling Stones keyboardist Chuck Leavell ... Chairman Peterson held his own with an able if reluctant solo in a lively mini-set of Rolling Stones tunes that included Honky Tonk Woman and Dead Flowers, AFA spokesman James Wyerman tells HOH. They also played Alberta, Alberta, an old blues song that Leavell once recorded with Eric Clapton. (Roll Call)
Yahoo! Falcons to Super Bowl; Richt hammered again Oct 17, 2009
The last time I saw that stadium sold out was at a Rolling Stones concert in the Eighties. Native Atlantan. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
U2 feat. the Black Eyed Peas Oct 17, 2009
And some critics say U2 is in danger of becoming a younger version of the Rolling Stones, kings of the lucrative nostalgia tour. "It seems like U2 is just trying to be the biggest. The stage show that they have now is pretty far from their roots. It seems like a product," says Jeff Bucki, 33, a self-described music geek who works for Travers Collins & Co., a Buffalo, N.Y., marketing and public-relations firm. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Celebrity birthdays for Oct. 18-24 Oct 15, 2009
Former Rolling Stones bassist Bill Wyman is 73. Actor F. Murray Abraham is 70. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Andy Williams to play Glastonbury Oct 13, 2009
The Rolling Stones are rumoured to be among the bands the festival is wooing. Tickets for next year's event sold out in less than 24 hours earlier this month. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Dylan's defiance invigorating, frustrating Oct 13, 2009
While the Rolling Stones and Paul McCartney have chosen the mercenary route - big tours jammed with big hits every few years - Dylan has chosen to do whatever the hell he wants. If that means dressing up like Jack White's smarmy uncle, positioning himself behind the electric keyboards and leading his unruly band through a 100-minute show packed with songs seemingly pulled out of his flat-brimmed Spanish hat, so be it. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Latino music doc suits Smits Oct 13, 2009
AS The Beatles and the Rolling Stones were exploding in the US, a pre-adolescent Jimmy Smits was uprooted from his East New York home to move with his family to Puerto Rico ... AS The Beatles and the Rolling Stones were exploding in the US, a pre-adolescent Jimmy Smits was uprooted from his East New York home to move with his family to Puerto Rico. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Pearl Jam and Backspacer Oct 12, 2009
Generation X Has Its Own Rolling Stones ... They ve become the Rolling Stones of their generation- the band that puts out solid, listenable albums that no longer turn heads but sell relatively well and which are followed by tours through the largest music venues in the world ... Pearl Jam Become the Rolling Stones. (Suite101.com)
Giant farewell Oct 12, 2009
Springsteen, who must have read the false report that Jagger was going to appear, gave the notion slight hope near the close of the show when he and the E Streeters launched a cover of the Rolling Stones classic The Last Time ... The Last Time (Rolling Stones cover) ... Springsteen, who must have read the false report that Jagger was going to appear, gave the notion slight hope near the close of the show when he and the E Streeters launched a cover of the Rolling Stones classic The Last Time. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Susan Boyle's new album to be released November 24th. Oct 12, 2009
Featuring her signature songs, I Dreamed a Dream me a River the album also includesa haunting rendition of Rolling Stones Wild Horses,Madonna's Youll See, The Monkees Daydream Believer and Who I Was Born To Be an original recording written specially for Susan. Susan enthused; "It was my greatest ambition to release an album and I have finally achieved it. This amazing journey has helped me find my own identity and fulfill my wish. There is happiness out there for everyone who... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Top 10 movie shoots from hell Oct 10, 2009
As if the challenge of pulling a 320-ton boat wasn't enough to deal with, the production was plagued by heavy rains, casting problems -- lead actor Jason Robards had to be replaced by Klaus Kinski due to illness, while Mick Jagger dropped out due to a Rolling Stones concert -- and a border war that broke out between Peru and Ecuador. 4. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Clipd Beaks create an unclassifiable sound Oct 9, 2009
The Rolling Stones, the Chemical Brothers, the Verve, Indian Jewelry, Yes, Nirvana, Massive Attack, Neil Young, Arthur Russell, Can, Marilyn Manson, P.I.L., Unwound, Smashing Pumpkins, Pink Floyd, Clipd Beaks, etc. 5. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Wayne Cooper's rock'n'roll style Oct 8, 2009
It's definitely got a lot of rock'n'roll in it, some of our shoes even have Rolling Stones lyrics on them, he said. There's a lot of attention to detail in the clothes and they're at a really great price point. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
BlackBerry's U2 Love Comes With Budget No Label Can Match as Artists Flee Oct 8, 2009
Granted, most brand money ends up in the hands of top acts such as U2, Beyonce and the Rolling Stones, said , a director at Music Ally, which researches digital music. Weve taken a skeptical view because we havent seen anything beyond high-profile brand partnerships, he said. (Bloomberg)
Streisand tickets going for 500 Oct 8, 2009
Top tickets to see the Rolling Stones at Twickenham this summer cost 150. Streisand said of her European tour: "What a joy it will be to perform in so many wonderful countries for the first time. "I can't wait to experience these different audiences and different cultures. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
FSU needs clarity on Bowden, future Oct 7, 2009
Tears Of a Clown ~ Smokey Robinson & the Miracles 96 Tears ~ Question Mark and the Mysterians Crying In The Chapel ~ Elvis Presley Lonely Teardrops ~ Jackie Wilson Baby Baby Don t Cry ~ Smokey Robinson Cry Me A River ~ Justin Timberlake The Tracks Of My Tears ~ Smokey Robinson & The Miracles Crying Roy Orbison Cry Johnnie Ray White Doves Cry Prince Cry Godley & Creme Letter Full Of Tears ~ Gladys Knight & The Pips All My Tears Emmylou Harris Tears On My Pillow Little Anthony/Imperials Crying in... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
CMH Label Group Announces Deal with World-Renowned Luxury Hotel Post Ranch Inn Oct 7, 2009
The first of two compilation releases, Rock Classics, features serene instrumental versions of songs from classic rocks most revered artists including Bob Dylan, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Police, Led Zeppelin and many others. Modern Classics dives into the contemporary rock catalog with tranquil renditions of songs by The Verve, U2, The Cure, Oasis, R.E.M., Nirvana and more. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Montauk after the crowds: the rhythms of a quieter season Oct 6, 2009
Are you a Rolling Stones fan. This motel on the main street downtown inspired the song on the 1976 album, "Black and Blue." Twin- and double-bed rooms available. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
U2 Tour A Recession-Proof Sellout Oct 6, 2009
Bruce Springsteen, Bon Jovi, Kenny Chesney and the Elton John/Billy Joel match-up can fill stadiums in some markets, but only the Rolling Stones, a generation older, share U2's global demand and touring ambition, says Ray Waddell, Billboard's editor of touring. "U2 is selling out stadiums around the world and breaking attendance records in the process. A lot of bands that have been around this long have peaked commercially, and that certainly does not seem to be the case with U2. Whether or not... (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Taxing times Oct 6, 2009
The Rolling Stones moved to France for a while in the early 1970s. More recently, formula one driver Lewis Hamilton moved to Switzerland, attracted partly by its willingness to cut special tax deals for the very wealthy. (BBC News -- UK)
