Kowloon readies for anniversary party Nov 17, 2009
The event will feature entertainment by the Spinners on both evenings along with Bobby Valli in a tribute to his brother Frankie, and Pat Benti s In Dreams, a tribute to Roy Orbison. Wednesday s celebration will also include music by The Pulse of Boston with Thursday s event featuring The Captain Wolf Band. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
TRUMPETS & TREATS: Hydrick Gass serves up tunes Sep 13, 2009
""Pat Williams with the Lone Star Country and Bluegrass Music Hoedown was so taken with Hydrick, he got in touch with me to have him play there this year," she said.Having played trumpet in church, during parades and at local clubs in New York beginning at age 14, Gass studied music theory at Queensborough Community College in N.Y. After graduation, Gass traveled throughout North America and Europe, playing with such notable artists as Gladys Knight and the Pips, The Spinners, Bo Diddley and... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Indians' Sizemore set for surgery Sep 8, 2009
The Spinners open the playoffs at home tonight against the Staten Island Yankees at LeLacheur Park at 7:05. Former major leaguer Buddy Blattner, whose career as a broadcaster included seven years on Baseball s Game of the Week with co-host Dizzy Dean, died of lung cancer in Chesterfield, Mo. (Boston Globe)
Spinners wrap up Stedler Sep 3, 2009
The Spinners rank third in the league in team ERA (2 ... At 42-29, the Spinners have matched their franchise record for victories with four games left in the regular season ... The Spinners lost their best-of-3 series to eventual champion Batavia in the first round last season. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Peter Roebuck Swing and a miss the story of tourists' downfall. Read more Aug 23, 2009
Here the dudding was not as naked because the spinners on both sides were roughly equal. Simply, England took the draw out of the equation. (Sydney Morning Herald)
New Zealand save follow-on against Sri Lanka Aug 21, 2009
Sri Lanka have two days, weather permitting, to force a win at the Galle International Stadium on a wearing wicket that has already started to assist the spinners. Just 76 overs were bowled during the day after heavy rain delayed the start by 90 minutes and bad light ended play 20 minutes early. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
England cash in on Ponting's bad luck Aug 21, 2009
Clearly, pitches do not break up as much, and the spinners on both sides lack class. Admittedly, it will be harder to save the fifth Test because the crowd will be so involved. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Black caps show steel against Sri Lanka Aug 20, 2009
"We should be able to put New Zealand under pressure as the match goes on because the spinners will begin to get some turn.". Samaraweera reached his 10th hundred soon after lunch during a fifth-wicket stand of 86 with Angelo Mathews. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Arsham mentors’ Performing Arts Center Board (4) Aug 11, 2009
The cites last year s series performers that included Roy Clark, Christopher Cross, the Spinners, Air Supply, CeCe Winans and the Woody Herman Orchestra. We have a beautiful mix of talent and the theatre is an absolutely gorgeous venue, Arsham notes. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Monaghan at 'Trucker' screening Jul 31, 2009
Now it s awkward, said Jon Boswell, a spokesman for the Spinners, who added that last night s quitters-and-cheaters party would not be canceled or toned down, despite the weird timing. Boswell said the game would feature two big cutouts of Ramirez and Jason Bay, on which fans could write messages, either thanking Manny for getting out of town or thanking Bay for taking his place. (Boston Globe)
Movie capsules Jul 24, 2009
A few weeks before the Ali-Foreman fight, James Brown, B.B. King, Bill Withers, Celia Cruz, the Spinners, and Miriam Makeba performed in a three-day concert, discussed at the time as the black Woodstock. Culled from 125 hours of footage, the movie is a random abridgement that entertains despite its tendency to wander through a lot of terrific material. (Boston Globe)
Your weekend's best bets Jul 17, 2009
This Weekend: The Spinners, jazz at the High, Butterfly Festival, Food for Fish ... The Spinners were one of the biggest Rl groups of the 70s, with hits such as Rubberband Man and the No. 1 single Then Came You, which paired the band with Dionne Warwick. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
'Soul Power' offers compelling glimpse of music greats Jul 17, 2009
PHOTOS COURTESY OF ANTIDOTE FILMS/SONY PICTURES CLASSICSThe choreographed fun of the Spinners was part of the concert in 1974 ... Before the fight, James Brown, B.B. King, Bill Withers, Celia Cruz, The Spinners, Miriam Makeba, among others performed in a three-day concert, discussed at the time as the black Woodstock ... With: James Brown, B.B. King, Bill Withers, Celia Cruz, the Spinners, Miriam Makeba. (Boston Globe)
'Soul Power': the Ali-Foreman fight soundtrack Jul 13, 2009
"Soul Power," which opens Friday in San Francisco, chronicles Zaire '74 and its preparations with performances from James Brown, the Spinners, Bill Withers, B.B. King, Miriam Makeba and Celia Cruz ... "But (filmmakers) didn't film them as completely as they could have because they were emphasizing the American acts. The reality, Levy-Hinte says, exists somewhere between Ali's political convictions, money and a simple desire to entertain. It's as much in the Spinners' sheer joy as they meet... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Documentary ‘Soul Power’ revives 1974 Zaire concert Jul 12, 2009
The event was chronicled in the Oscar-winning 1996 documentary When We Were Kings, but the film offered just a glimpse of the accompanying three-night music festival held in a Kinshasa sports stadium featuring African-American royalty: James Brown, B.B. King, Bill Withers, the Crusaders, the Spinners, and others. That didn t sit well with Jeffrey Levy-Hinte, one of the editors of When We Were Kings, who for many years dreamed about combing through more than 120 hours of outtakes sent back to the... (Boston Globe)
Covergirl Superstar Joanna Krupa Morphs from ABC 'Superstars' to Dance Diva Jul 4, 2009
The "Sexiest Top Model in the World" and Star of ABC's Hot New Reality Show "The Superstars" Sizzles on a New Version of The Spinners' Classic "I'll Be Around" ... The cut, an explosive new spin on the 70s soul classic by The Spinners, was produced by Ellis Miah (Jennifer Lopez, Seal, Hannah Montana, Beyonce, Christina Aguilera) and has inspired remixes by mixing superstars Rod Carrillo (Kaci Battaglia, America Olivo, Donna Summer), Hefty Lefty (Perry Twins) and Majik Boys (Rihanna's "Breaking... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Spinners point to a new twist in ads Jun 22, 2009
Colin Pearse, Lavidge's senior art director, said the spots highlight the spinners' individual styles while promoting McDonald's. About 20 AArrow Advertising spinners tried out for the spots. (AZCentral -- News)
Joanna Mosca: After Starring in Three Acclaimed One-Woman Shows in NYC, the Multi-Faceted Singer Songwriter Rediscovers Her Lifelong Dream to Pursue Pop Music Stardom May 27, 2009
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The multi-talented performer, singer and songwriter who captured fans in 2007-2008 with two Top Ten FMBQ AC40 hits, Not Enough and a dynamic re-imagining of The Spinners Ill Be Around, is set to release her next big single this summer and follow it up with her independent album debut due in the fall of 2009. Joanna Moscas () emergence onto the pop and adult contemporary scene makes an inspiring statement on the power of dreams. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Idol final two May 14, 2009
My mother s co-workers at a hospital I will not name to protect the Idol-obsessed took off work to see him sing at the RiverFest Amphitheater, where I once saw the Spinners, and near where you can get the best hushpuppies ever at a joint called Flying Fish. I love this kid. (The Palm Beach Post)
Celebrity birthdays for the week of May 10-16 May 7, 2009
Singer Henry Fambrough of The Spinners is 71 ... Singer Henry Fambrough of The Spinners is 71. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Triumph for stand-in skipper to savour May 3, 2009
After Australia lost the first match, thanks to a strong performance by Ajmal and leg spinner Shahid Afridi, coach Tim Nielsen said the ability to nullify the spinners would decide series. In this Clarke, has led the way, and not just as a lone batsman but as the senior player in crucial partnerships with Andrew Symonds (to win game two), Callum Ferguson (to post a competitive score in game three) and with Watson on Friday as Australia's patient approach blunted the spinners. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Fresh from field to farmers market Apr 30, 2009
The spinners group will hold a spin-in in June. The market will be one stop on the Tour des Fleurs in July. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Heralded songwriter LeRoy Bell to play the Venetian Mar 25, 2009
As a young writer, LeRoy jumped into the music arena teaming with Casey James, writing songs that would be recorded by The Spinners, The O'Jays, The Temptations, Rita Marley and most notably Elton John. Taking a cue from his roots, the soul and Res incorporated into A Change Is Coming plays out on the contemporary musical field with a optimistic perspective in these trying times. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Oldies concert set to benefit local charities Feb 19, 2009
The concert features The Spinners, known for their hit "Could it be We're Falling in Love" and Peaches and Herb, known for their songs "Shake your Groove Thing" and "Reunited.". Ticket prices start at $40 dollars. (WSJA.com, AL)
Former resident to record album Feb 8, 2009
Her second relase, a rendition of the Spinners "I'll Be Around," exceeded even the success of her first, reaching Number 7 on the AC charts, and it continues to be played on radio stations all around the country, according to her Web site. Now Mosca is planning a trip down to Nashville, where she will put the finishing touches on what is to become her first full-length studio release. (West Hartford News, CT)
