PICK OF THE WEEK: Assembly of Dust, plus the playlist Jun 24, 2009
Pipeline The Ventures. Catch a wave and honor lead guitarist Bob Bogle, who died last week. (USA Today -- Life)
The Ventures founder Bob Bogle dies at 75 Jun 23, 2009
- Bob Bogle, lead guitarist and co-founder of the rock band The Ventures, known for 1960s instrumental hits like has died at age 75 ... The hall's Web site hailed The Ventures as "the most successful instrumental combo in rock and roll history." ... The Ventures were particularly popular in Japan, where Wilson and Bogle played as a duo during their first tour in 1962 because the promoter couldn't afford to pay the other two band members. (MSNBC -- Music)
Bob Bogle, 75; bricklayer cofounded the Ventures Jun 19, 2009
LOS ANGELES - Bob Bogle, the cofounder and original lead guitarist of the Ventures, the influential instrumental rock band whose hits included Walk - Don t Run and the theme for the television show Hawaii Five-0, has died ... who suffered from non-Hodgkin lymphoma, died Sunday in a local hospital, said Don Wilson, who cofounded the Ventures with Mr. Bogle ... The original members of the Ventures included Mr. Bogle on lead guitar, Wilson on rhythm guitar, Nokie Edwards on bass, and Skip Moore,... (Boston Globe)
Ventures star Bogle dies aged 75 Jun 18, 2009
The Ventures in 1961 ... Bob Bogle, lead guitarist with US band The Ventures, has died at the age of 75 following a short illness ... The Hall of Fame called The Ventures "the most successful instrumental combo in US rock and roll history". (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Bob Bogle, lead guitarist of rock band The Ventures, dies at 75 Jun 17, 2009
Bob Bogle, lead guitarist and co-founder of the rock band The Ventures, known for 1960s instrumental hits including "Walk, Don't Run" and the theme from 'Hawaii Five-0," has died at age 75. Don Wilson, the band's other co-founder, told The News Tribune of Tacoma that Bogle became ill over the weekend and died Sunday.The band sold millions of albums and heavily influenced other rock guitarists. It was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008. The hall's Web site hailed The Ventures as... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Taylor Swift wins CMT video of the year Jun 17, 2009
June 16: Bob Bogle, lead guitarist and co-founder of the instrumental group The Ventures whose hits included the theme song from the TV show "Hawaii-Five-O" died Tuesday. He was 75. (MSNBC -- Music)
Venture Brothers Season 3 DVD Revie... May 16, 2009
After addressing Season 2 s cliffhanger, The Monarch and Doctor Girlfriend (now Doctor Mrs. The Monarch ) adjust to wedded life in a super-villain gated community, where he struggles to comply with orders by the bureaucratic Guild of Calamitous Intent to not pursue the Ventures ... Thrown into the mix are the Ventures new Guild-sponsored antagonist, former pedophile Sergeant Hatred, and enemies and allies from Brock s employer the Office of Secret Intelligence. (Suite101.com)
New Tulloch bar packs 'em in Apr 8, 2009
Sanfilippo's 1992 lottery win has helped fuel the ventures. Dennis is the 'Big' in Big 7 and I am just the 7, Franco said. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Western Music's Universal Appeal Explained Mar 21, 2009
"We played them some extreme rock-and-roll from [1960s U.S. surf rockers] The Ventures," Fritz said. "Some people told us it sounded like frogs croaking and was terrible, while others said, 'Wow, this is good.'". (National Geographic)
A Harvey Norman loan, a stable of horses and a tax battle Mar 16, 2009
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Jackson eyes $400m comeback plan Mar 7, 2009
" He said AEG Live had a "broader relationship" with Jackson. "We have a film development deal that's part of this to do a film, Thriller 3D," he said. It would be a new film that could star Jackson himself, he said. Asked how much Jackson could earn from the ventures, Mr Phillips replied: "If we complete the full three-and-a-half year plan, he could gross over $400m in that time. London could be north of $50m (35m). (BBC News)
Madonna shoots sexy photo for her new album cover Mar 18, 2008
BEIJING, March 12 -- Madonna spoke of being possessed by magic as she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on Monday along with Leonard Cohen, rocker John Mellencamp, British pop band The Dave Clark Five and instrumental group The Ventures. Editor: Jiang Yuxia. (Xinhuanet, China)
Look who's joined Madonna in the Hall of Fame Mar 15, 2008
Madonna, Leonard Cohen, John Mellencamp, The Dave Clark Five and The Ventures were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame today ... Hits by the Ventures - Bob Bogle, Nokie Edwards, Gerry McGee, Mel Taylor and Don Wilson - include Walk Don't Run and Hawaii Five-O and the foundation credits the band with defining instrumental guitar rock in the 1960s. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Madonna, Mellencamp join Rock Hall Mar 15, 2008
Justin Timberlake congratulates Madonna, John Fogerty pays tribute to the Ventures ... Philly soul producers Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, literate songwriter Leonard Cohen, British rockers the Dave Clark Five, and surf instrumentalists the Ventures were among the other inductees ... More inducteesThe Ventures excelled at what is almost a forgotten art in rock music the instrumental. (MSNBC -- Music)
Rock Hall finally gives Madonna her due Mar 10, 2008
The Dave Clark Five, whose lead singer Mike Smith died of pneumonia on Feb. 28, are being inducted as well as Philly soul legends Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, Canadian songwriter Leonard Cohen, surf rockers the Ventures and blues harmonica ace Little Walter. advertisement. (MSNBC -- News)
Masters of the Sound of Philadelphia to be inducted into rock hall Mar 9, 2008
The two men are being inducted Monday into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, part of a class with Madonna, John Mellencamp, Leonard Cohen, the Ventures, the Dave Clark Five and Little Walter. Madonna and Mellencamp may be the bigger names, but it's a safe bet the two were making out as teenagers (not with each other, mind you) at parties as Gamble and Huff's music played. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Madonna leads class into rock hall Mar 8, 2008
The Dave Clark Five, whose lead singer Mike Smith died of pneumonia on Feb. 28, are being inducted as well as Philly soul legends Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, Canadian songwriter Leonard Cohen, surf rockers the Ventures and blues harmonica ace Little Walter. But Madonna. (The Advocate)
Gamble & Huff get Hall of Fame honor Mar 6, 2008
I just got off the phone with songwriters Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff (at left), aka Gamble & Huff, who will be inducted Monday along with Madonna, John Mellencamp, The Dave Clark Five, Leonard Cohen, The Ventures and Little Walter. The festivities happen at the famous Waldorf-Astoria in New York and you can be sure the party will begin over the weekend. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Madonna confirms album title Feb 28, 2008
The Dave Clark Five, Leonard Cohen, John Mellencamp, The Ventures and Little Walter will also be honoured at the ceremony. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Timberlake, Reed, Joel To Induct Rock Hall Class Feb 27, 2008
In addition, Tom Hanks will induct the Dave Clark Five, Jerry Butler will induct Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff and John Fogerty will introduce the Ventures. There's no word yet if all of the inductees will perform, as is customary. (MediaWeek.com)
Justin Timberlake To Induct Madonna Into Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Feb 27, 2008
Other inductors include Tom Hanks (for '60s group the Dave Clark Five appropriate because he played the manager of a similar group in the 1996 film "That Thing You Do"), Lou Reed (for folk legend Leonard Cohen), Billy Joel (for John Mellencamp), Ben Harper (for blues harmonica player Little Walter), Jerry Butler (for legendary soul producers Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff) and John Fogerty (for instrumental group the Ventures) ... His most famous, and most frequently covered, song is the meditative... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Timberlake to induct Madonna into Hall Feb 27, 2008
Other inductees include Leonard Cohen, John Mellencamp, The Dave Clark Five, The Ventures and Little Walter ... John Fogerty will induct The Ventures, whose hits include Walk Dont Run and Hawaii Five-O.. (MSNBC -- Music)
Bands Get Creative To Battle MySpace Glut Feb 9, 2008
They are endorsed by JACC Clothing and are the unsigned indie flagship of Wilson Brothers Venture Guitars, a company founded by the Ventures, a surf band popular in 1960s. The Ventures are creators of the song Hawaii-Five-O and credited with much of the surf sound. (KERO 23, CA)
Feds Querying Labels Over 'Total Music' Feb 8, 2008
Two years later, the department concluded there was no evidence the ventures stifled competition. Copyright 2008 The Associated Press. (ABC News -- Wire)
He's right at home leading Youth Symphony Jan 21, 2008
The International Youth Symphony is just one of the ventures that Edmons has helped initiate since arriving here. Working closely with president/CEO Dalouge Smith and the board of directors, he has instituted music theory and conducting classes, annual concerto competitions, and partnerships with such local arts groups such as the La Jolla Music Society and the San Diego Symphony. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Track trophy news and the strike's fallout Jan 8, 2008
Awards News & Photos: Academy, Golden Globes, People's Choice, Grammys - USATODAY.com. Two for the show: Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt were among Hollywood royalty at the Critics' Choice Awards in Santa Monica, Calif. (USA Today -- Life)
Hello, Cleveland! Rock Hall Ceremony To Return Dec 20, 2007
Last week, the Rock Hall announced its 2008 class of inductees: Madonna, John Mellencamp, The Ventures, Leonard Cohen and The Dave Clark Five. A panel of 600 industry figures selected the five acts to be inducted at the annual ceremony, to be held March 10 in New York. (Click2Houston, TX)
Infotainment Dec 15, 2007
Pop star Madonna, folk rock singer songwriter Leonard Cohen, rock hit John Mellencamp, pop group The Dave Clark Five and instrumental rockers The Ventures will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008. The five inductees, announced and chosen by 600 music industry professionals. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Madonna, John Mellencamp Lead 2008 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees Dec 14, 2007
who tops a roster that includes heartland rocker John Mellencamp, baritone brooder Leonard Cohen, instrumentalists the Ventures, British '60s rockers Dave Clark Five, classic Philly soul songwriting team Gamble and Huff, and blues harmonica player Little Walter in the sideman category ... His most famous, and most frequently covered, song is the meditative "Hallelujah." One of the most popular bands from the British Invasion of the mid-1960s, the Dave Clark Five, rivaled the Beatles for a time... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Rowling's fairy book sells for $4 million Dec 14, 2007
" Rowling, whose Harry Potter books have sold nearly 400 million copies and been translated into 64 languages, wrote the Beedle tales after finishing the seventh and final work in the Potter series. Madonna, Mellencamp head to hall of fame CLEVELAND - The Material Girl is about to become a Hall of Famer. The ever-evolving Madonna was announced as a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee on Thursday along with John Mellencamp, The Ventures, Leonard Cohen and The Dave Clark Five. A panel of 600... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Madonna in Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame Dec 14, 2007
The four others are Midwest rocker John Mellencamp, Canadian singer-songwriter and literary lion Leonard Cohen, British invasion pop stars The Dave Clark Five, and California surf rock instrumentalists The Ventures ... Like Madonna, The Beasties put out their first release in 82, a pre-rap, punk EP called "Polly Wog Stew." Though they have far longer careers, Cohen and The Ventures had never been nominated before this year. (New York Daily News)
Madonna, Mellencamp Lead 2008 Rock Hall Class Dec 14, 2007
Jonathan Cohen, N.Y. Madonna, John Mellencamp, Leonard Cohen, the Ventures and the Dave Clark Five will be enshrined next year in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, organizers announced today (Dec ... The Ventures are best known for instrumental rock evergreens such as the theme from "Hawaii Five-O," "Walk Don't Run" and "Perfidia." Thanks to hits like "Glad All Over," "Over and Over" and "Catch Us if You Can," the Dave Clark Five were one of the earliest and most successful of the British Invasion... (Billboard.com)
Madonna to join US Hall of Fame Dec 14, 2007
John Mellencamp, The Ventures, Leonard Cohen and The Dave Clark Five, will also be honoured at a ceremony next month in New York ... The Ventures defined instrumental guitar rock in the 1960s with surfer anthems like Walk Don't Run and Hawaii Five-O.. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Writers guild files labor complaint against studios, hoping to force them back to negotiations Dec 14, 2007
Madonna, John Mellencamp, The Ventures, Leonard Cohen and The Dave Clark Five have been named to the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame. The band ZO2 has canceled its scheduled appearance tonight at Sherlock's, 508 State St. Appearing in its place will be Poe, while Bluefire remains on the bill. (Erie Times-News, PA)
View: Rock and Roll Hall offers lackluster candidates Nov 15, 2007
This year's nominees: Afrika Bambaataa, Beastie Boys, Chic, Leonard Cohen, Dave Clark Five, Madonna, John Mellencamp, Donna Summer, the Ventures ... The Ventures: Uh, no. (San Francisco Chronicle)
250 albums, 49 years and still rockin' on Oct 8, 2007
It took two decades longer than usual, but homegrown band The Ventures finally nailed a nomination to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The Ventures, a top-selling instrumental group started by two Seattle masonry workers, helped launch the surfing music genre. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
GE bringing joint ventures to life Oct 5, 2007
Joint ventures "have been one of our most powerful strategic tools," Nissen said, noting that net income for the ventures was growing at twice the rate of his core business. He was speaking for GE Money, but he could easily be speaking for General Electric as a whole. (International Herald Tribune)
China to block foreign control of domestic brokerages Oct 4, 2007
That would allow them to engage directly in underwriting stock and bond sales, the people said, adding that the ventures might be granted brokerage, asset management and advisory licenses over time. Morgan Stanley helped set up China International Capital 11 years ago, taking a 34 percent stake in the first investment bank in China. (International Herald Tribune -- Business Asia)
More fame for Madonna? Oct 3, 2007
Other nominees include US rock singer John Mellencamp, Canadian poet-singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen, 1960s English band The Dave Clark Five and instrumental rock band The Ventures. Also nominated are New York-based funk group Chic, rap pioneer Afrika Bambaataa and hip-hop group The Beastie Boys, reflecting the Hall of Fame's willingness to accept a diversity of genres. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees Announced Oct 2, 2007
The other nominees are rounded out by Chic, The Ventures, Afrika Bambaataa and The Dave Clark Five. If inducted, these nominees will be able to share the prestigious honour of being part of the Hall of Fame along with musical legends such as, Elvis Presley, James Brown and Led Zeppelin. (Soul Shine)
Madonna, Beasties lead rock hall nominees Oct 2, 2007
The other nominees are rap pioneer Afrika Bambaataa, literate songwriter Leonard Cohen, the original British Invasion combo The Dave Clark Five and surf rock instrumentalists The Ventures. The nominations illustrate how far the Hall of Fame has stretched its definition of rock 'n' roll to incorporate a variety of musical styles. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Madonna & Beastie Boys Get Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nod Oct 1, 2007
The quartet will join the "Glad All Over" band The Dave Clark Five, Afrika Bambaataa, John Mellencamp, The Ventures and Donna Summer, among others, after they were announced as nominees on Thursday. Five acts will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio. (FOX23.com, OK)
Madonna nominated for Rock Hall of Fame Sep 29, 2007
Other nominees include Canadian poet-singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen, disco queen Donna Summer, instrumental rock band The Ventures, rap pioneer Afrika Bambaataa and puckish rappers The Beastie Boys, according to media reports Friday. Also making the short list of nominees are New York-based funk group Chic, 1960s English band The Dave Clark Five and rock singer John Mellencamp, who have been nominated previously. (Xinhuanet, China)
She's In Vogue, But Is She Hall Of Fame Material? Sep 29, 2007
She's In Vogue, But Is She Hall Of Fame Material. " "Patty's personal connection with Appalachia makes her a perfect on-board guest," said CSX President and CEO Michael J. Ward. Actress Skipped Service, Attorney Says Michelle Rodriguez has failed to fulfill the terms of her probation and may face jail time, the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office announced Friday. "She hasn't shown proof of enrollment to complete 30 days of community service," said city attorney spokesman Frank Mateljan. "She... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
Madonna, Beastie Boys Nominated For Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Sep 28, 2007
Donna Summer, jazz/funk band Chic, English-beat group the Dave Clark Five, surf instrumentalists the Ventures and moody singer/songwriter Leonard Cohen are also up for the high honor, it was announced Thursday (September 27). While nine artists are being considered for inclusion into the Hall, five will be honored at the induction ceremony, to be held March 10 at New York's Waldorf-Astoria Hotel. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Madonna, Beasties, Mellencamp Up For Rock Hall Sep 28, 2007
They join Afrika Bambaataa, Chic, the Ventures, Donna Summer and the Dave Clark Five on the ballot ... They join Afrika Bambaataa, Chic, the Ventures, Donna Summer and the Dave Clark Five on the ballot. (MediaWeek.com)
India gives assurance on iron ore and coal, Mittal says Jul 26, 2007
The company is preparing a feasibility report on the ventures, he said. Today in Marketplace by Bloomberg. (International Herald Tribune -- Business Asia)
Record Reviews Jun 26, 2007
The boys from the boroughs sound closer to The Ventures or a blacksploitation soundtrack (or somewhere in between) than the infectious old-school bounce they've honed and perfected over 21 years. While most fans have known for some time about the trio's instrumental prowess, the group hasn't really worked this angle much in the past, and it shows. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Celebrity Entrepreneurs Jun 21, 2007
Some of the ventures backed by famous people are obvious choices: Models like Kate Moss and Christy Turlington try their hands at designing clothes. They often partner with established retailers or apparel companies, so the models-turned-designers have existing manufacturing and distribution channels. (BusinessWeek)
From concert posters to wine Apr 30, 2007
He was a grade-school drummer when he began scouting thrift shops and flea markets for 45 records made by Tacoma's legendary rock bands the Wailers, the Ventures and the Sonics. That's partly because they gave the young drummer hope. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Starbucks brand getting diluted? Apr 23, 2007
Among the ventures in the 1990s were attempts to open separate food-and-drink outlets and a push into merchandise and media, including a periodical called Joe Magazine. Such unsuccessful brand expansion shows that Starbucks can become overheated about the world outside of coffee, said John Moore, a former Starbucks marketer who heads the Brand Autopsy consulting firm. (Newsday -- Business)
Parents of gifted children find allies in district and SAGE group Apr 13, 2007
"Odyssey of the Mind, Robotics, and Future Cities are just a few of the ventures we have students involved in." As for other programming, Thayer-Snyder said, "We are coordinating an effort with BOCES to review and develop a comprehensive approach to meeting the needs of our students who are gifted in many ways." "It is important for educators and parents to realize that uncovering the many gifts and talents among our students is frequently a matter of time and space and providing a place where... (Community News Weekly, NY)
LISTMANIA: Things we wish were still here. Apr 4, 2007
DD wrote on April 03, 2007 10:50 PM:"Here's one for the ages: Jaguar dances! Remember the Cache Valley answer to the Ventures: The Jaguars!". Rockdawg wrote on April 03, 2007 10:36 PM:"North Cache (Jr High), smoking behind the Seminary, Pack's Home Printer, those *killer* one-piece gym uniforms the girls started wearing about 1970 (Ms Gray's idea?), "discovering" the wind tunnels that ran underneath the school...Kick the can in Mack Park, other night games in Smithfield Cemetary...Football at... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
At Home with the Mofos Mar 15, 2007
The Mofos draw upon various rock 'n' roll traditions, including (early all-instrumental group) The Ventures and the "King of Surf Guitar" Dick Dale. But they are also fond of the speed and heaviness of metal and punk, 50s hot-rod culture and rockabilly. (Ithaca Times, NY)
Start-Up Fervor Shifts to Energy in Silicon Valley Mar 14, 2007
Still, he said, the ventures are clearly risky. We;ll have a sense very quickly ; within two to four years ; whether any of this venture capital has produced any products or services that are market-worthy,; Mr. Levy said. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Guitarist George Winston to appear in concert Monday night Feb 17, 2007
His favorite music was instrumental rock and Rtists like Floyd Cramer, The Ventures, Booker T G s, the late jazz organist Jimmy Smith, and many more. He is known for his melodic rural folk piano style, and has made no secret of the debt his playing owes to the musicians of New Orleans. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
In India, the Golden Age of Television Is Now Feb 11, 2007
Television executives say the ventures by Disney and others aimed at youths and various niche markets are a welcome break from the way business has been done in India. A handful of channels ; which carry soap operas, reality shows, music shows and important cricket tournaments ; receive the bulk of the advertising. (Shoals TimesDaily)
