December 28, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of December 21, 2014
During the week of December 21, 2014, fans bade a final farewell to the legendary Joe Cocker whose many hits included his iconic rendition of the Beatles "With A Little Help From My Friends." Also that week, a Who's Who list of oldies bands and artists were announced as being among this year's inductees into the Pop Music Hall Of Fame: Paul Anka, Glen Campbell, Chubby Checker, the Eagles, the Everly Brothers, the Four Seasons, Tom Jones, Paul McCartney, Ricky Nelson, the Righteous Brothers, and Linda Ronstadt.
December 21, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of December 14, 2014
During the week of December 14, 2014, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2015 inductees were announced. Ringo Starr, the "5" Royales, the Paul Butterfield Blues Band, Lou Reed, and Bill Withers are among the honorees. Also that week, it was announced that the Bee Gees and George Harrison will be honored with a Grammy Lifetime Achievement award in 2015. Other oldies bands and artists to be receiving Grammy honors are ABBA, Fontella Bass, Harry Belafonte, Chic, Alice Cooper, the Dominoes, Bob Dylan, the Four Seasons, Bobby Fuller Four, Kraftwerk, Willie Nelson, Aaron Neville, Otis Redding, Lou Reed, Stevie Wonder, and Neil Young. The Grammys will be broadcast next February on CBS.
December 15, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of December 7, 2014
During the week of December 7, 2014, Al Green was among those to receive this year's Kennedy Center Honors. Following the award ceremonies, a show hosted by Stephen Colbert in honor of the award recipients took place at the Kennedy Center. This event will be broadcast on December 30 on CBS.
December 7, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of November 30, 2014
During the week of November 30, 2014, oldies music fans bade a final farewell to Ian McLagan of Faces and Bobby Keys of the Rolling Stones. Also that week, it was announced that Bruce Springsteen's "High Hopes" and Jackson Browne's "Standing In The Breach" made Rolling Stone Magazine's "50 Best Albums" list for 2014.
December 1, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of November 23, 2014
During the week of November 23, 2014, several upcoming holiday TV specials featuring various oldies bands and artists were announced: "American Masters: Bing Crosby Rediscovered" (December 2, PBS), "A Tribute To Bruce Springsteen" (December 9, PBS), and "A Home For The Holidays" (December 19, CBS, featuring Earth Wind & Fire).
November 23, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of November 16, 2014
During the week of November 16, 2014, oldies music fans bade a final farewell to Motown legend Jimmy Ruffin famous for the oldies classic, "What Becomes Of The Brokenhearted." Also that week, Pink Floyd's latest album, "The Endless River," made its debut on the Billboard 200 at #3.
November 16, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of November 9, 2014
During the week of November 9, 2014, fans bade a final farewell to Big Bank Hank who was a member of the pioneering hip hop group, the Sugarhill Gang, best known for "Rapper's Delight" which, in 1979, launched a new era in pop music when it became the first rap song to become a Top 40 hit. Also that week, Bette Midler's latest album, "It's The Girls," made its debut on the Billboard 200 at #3, and Barbra Streisand's "Partners" re-entered the Top 10 for that chart. It was also announced that later this month, Stevie Wonder will be honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and Billy Joel will be awarded the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song by the Library of Congress.
November 9, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of November 2, 2014
During the week of November 2, 2014, several albums by various oldies bands and artists made their debut on the Billboard 200: Barry Manilow's "My Dream Duets" (#4), Led Zeppelin's reissued "Led Zeppelin IV" (#7) and "Houses Of The Holy" (#12), The Who's "The Who Hits 50!" (#93), and Jerry Lee Lewis' "Rock & Roll Time" (#140).
November 2, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of October 26, 2014
During the week of October 26, 2014, the world bade a final farewell to TV and movie actress Marcia Strassman of "Welcome Back, Kotter" fame. As many oldies fans will remember, Strassman made a splash on the charts in 1967 with "The Flower Children" which became a big regional hit in many cities on the West Coast. Also that week, the Allman Brothers Band took their final bow at New York's Beacon Theatre, and it was announced that Neil Diamond's latest album, "Melody Road," debuted at #3 the previous week on the Billboard 200.
October 26, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of October 19, 2014
During the week of October 19, 2014, oldies fans bade a final farewell to three music icons: Paul Craft, Raphael Ravenscroft, and Jack Bruce. Craft was a songwriter whose many works included Bobby Bare's 1976 hit, "Dropkick Me, Jesus." Ravenscroft played the famous saxophone solo in Gerry Rafferty's 1978 hit, "Baker Street." Bruce was the bassist for the legendary 1960s supergroup, Cream, and he also provided the lead vocals for many of this band's biggest hits.
October 20, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of October 12, 2014
During the week of October 12, 2014, oldies fans bade a final farewell to Manhattan Transfer singer and founder, Tim Hauser. Also that week, the Songwriters Hall of Fame announced its nominees for next year's inductees. Among them are Cat Stevens (Yusuf Islam), Steve Miller, Steve Winwood, Ann and Nancy Wilson of Heart, and Harry Wayne Casey of K.C. and the Sunshine Band.
October 12, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of October 5, 2014
During the week of October 5, 2014, oldies fans bade a final farewell to Paul Revere who founded the Raiders and was the band's original keyboardist. Also that week, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced its nominees for next year's inductees, and you can cast your vote.
October 5, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of September 28, 2014
During the week of September 28, 2014, it was announced that Bruce Springsteen will be co-headlining "The Concert of Valor" which honors members of the U.S. Armed Forces. This event, which will take place on November 11, 2014 in Washington D.C, is set to air live on HBO at 7:00 PM EST. Also that week, a Rod Stewart impersonator was spotted in various locations in New York City. The spiky-haired dead ringer was reportedly able to fool many people into thinking that he was the actual rock legend.
September 28, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of September 21, 2014
During the week of September 21, 2014, Barbra Streisand made pop music history with her latest album, "Partners," which debuted at no. 1 on the Billboard 200 the previous week, making her the first artist with at least one album to top that chart in each of the last six decades. Also that week, it was announced that there is a new EP of solo songs by each member of the Beatles, titled "4," which is available now as a free download on iTunes.
September 21, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of September 14, 2014
During the week of September 14, 2014, the world bade a final farewell to country legend George Hamilton IV famous for his signature song, "Abilene." Also, it was announced that during the week of September 22, the late and great George Harrison will be the main featured topic on the late-night TBS TV talk show, "Conan." On each week night except for Friday, various bands and artists that include Paul Simon will perform songs by Harrison.
September 14, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of September 7, 2014
During the week of September 7, 2014, oldies music fans bade a final farewell to famed singer, songwriter, and producer Bob Crewe who co-wrote many of the Four Seasons top hits as well as such pop classics as "Silhouettes" and "Lady Marmalade." Also that week, Bob Marley's "Legend," a compilation album of his greatest hits, reached #5 on the Billboard 200.
September 8, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of August 31, 2014
During the week of August 31, 2014, HBO announced the TV debut of "Mr. Dynamite: The Rise Of James Brown." This new documentary about the late and great "Godfather of Soul" is set to air on October 27.
August 31, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of August 24, 2014
During the week of August 24, 2014, fans mourned the passing of Glenn Cornick who was the original bassist for Jethro Tull. Also that week, it was announced that Bob Dylan's legendary "Basement Tapes," an extensive collection of songs recorded in 1967 with many never-before-heard tracks, will be released in their entirely as a box set this November.
August 24, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of August 17, 2014
During the week of August 17, 2014, it was announced that Joan Baez, Stevie Wonder, and Billy Joel will be honored with the prestigious ASCAP Centennial Award as part of a celebration of ASCAP's 100th anniversary. Also, "Glen Campbell ... I'll Be Me," a documentary about the country music legend which made its premiere last April at the 2014 Nashville Film Festival, will be shown in theaters starting October 24, 2014.
August 17, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of August 10, 2014
During the week of August 10, 2014, it was announced that Billy Joel will be among those featured in an upcoming documentary about the baby boomer generation which airs September 23, 2014 on PBS. Also that week, founding member Paul Revere announced that he will be retiring from The Raiders after over half a century with the veteran rock band.
August 10, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of August 3, 2014
During the week of August 3, 2014, the new Janis Joplin Forever Stamp honoring the late 1960s rock legend was officially released by the U.S. Postal Service and is now available at post offices nationwide. Also that week, it was announced that The Who is making preparations for its upcoming 50th anniversary tour and asking fans to share their old memorabilia.
August 3, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of July 27, 2014
During the week of July 27, 2014, Linda Ronstadt was among those honored with the prestigious National Medal of Arts award which was presented by President Obama at the White House. Also that week, fans mourned the passing of acclaimed guitarist and songwriter Dick Wagner best known for his work with Alice Cooper.
July 27, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of July 20, 2014
During the week of July 20, 2014, the Library of Congress announced that Billy Joel will be awarded this year's Gershwin Prize for Popular Song. Also that week, it was announced that a long-shelved album from the early 1960s by Sam Cooke's younger brother, soul-gospel singer L.C. Cooke, will be released later this month.
July 21, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of July 13, 2014
During the week of July 13, 2014, fans mourned the passing of legendary blues guitarist Johnny Winter known for his virtuosic, fiery blues-rock playing style who became famous in the late 1960s-early 1970s. Also that week, it was announced that Ron Howard will be directing and producing a new documentary about the Beatles focused mainly on the band's earlier years, ca. 1960-1966.
July 13, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of July 6, 2014
During the week of July 6, 2014, fans mourned the passing of Tommy Ramone, the last surviving original member of the Ramones, a pioneering punk rock band formed in the mid 1970s famous for such songs as "Blitzkrieg Bop" and a power pop remake of the oldies classic, "Do You Wanna Dance."
July 6, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of June 29, 2014
During the week of June 29, 2014, a new U.S. postage stamp honoring the late and great Janis Joplin was unveiled and is scheduled for release this August. Also that week, it was announced that over 100 rare Bob Dylan acetate recordings resurfaced after 40 years in a Greenwich Village building where the folk-rock legend had rented a room for use as a studio.
June 29, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of June 22, 2014
During the week of June 22, 2014, oldies music fans bade a sad farewell to soul legend Bobby Womack and R&B songwriter-guitarist Mabon "Teenie" Hodges. Womack had a long string of hits beginning in the late 1960s that included "Fly Me To The Moon," "That's The Way I Feel About 'Cha," and "Lookin' For A Love." Hodges was a member of the house band for the Hi Records label and co-wrote many of Al Green's greatest hits.
June 23, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of June 15, 2014
During the week of June 15, 2014, the world mourned the passing of two cultural icons: Casey Kasem and Gerry Goffin. Known for his warm, velvety voice, Kasem became a household name as the host of the hugely popular "American Top 40." Goffin was one half of one of the most renowned songwriting duos of the latter half of the 20th century. With then-wife, Carole King, he penned many of the best known oldies classics from the 1960s, including "Will You Love Me Tomorrow" and "The Loco-Motion."
June 15, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of June 8, 2014
During the week of June 8, 2014, Donovan, Jim Weatherly, and Ray Davies of the Kinks were among those inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Also that week, it was announced that several Four Seasons box sets and other recordings will be released over the coming weeks in celebration of the upcoming premiere of "Jersey Boys," a movie adaptation of the award-winning Broadway musical about this legendary vocal group, which will take place nationwide on June 20, 2014.
June 8, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of June 1, 2014
During the week of June 1, 2014, it was announced that the Beatles' 1964 movie, "A Hard Day's Night," will be playing in select theaters across the nation on July 4, marking the 50th anniversary of this film's premiere. Also that week, a traveling exhibit of Beatles memorabilia and interactive attractions opened at the Mall of America in Bloomington, MN.
June 1, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of May 25, 2014
During the week of May 25, 2014, the Rolling Stones resumed their "14 On Fire" world tour which was put on hold last March after the suicide of Mick Jagger's longtime girlfriend, L'Wren Scott. Also that week, Aretha Franklin was awarded an honorary doctorate from Harvard University. The Queen of Soul gave a rousing performance of the national anthem at the commencement ceremonies.
May 25, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of May 18, 2014
During the week of May 18, 2014, oldies fans mourned the passing of famed crooner Jerry Vale who had a long string of hits during the 1950s and 1960s. Also that week, Michael Jackson made Billboard chart history as the first artist to have at least one hit that made the Top 10 in each decade since the 1970s. The late King of Pop also appeared as a hologram on the 2014 Billboard Music Awards which aired on ABC May 18, 2014.
May 18, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of May 11, 2014
During the week of May 11, 2014, Neil Young appeared on "The Tonight Show" and performed a song from "A Letter Home." Also that week, Santana's latest album, "Corazon," debuted on the Billboard 200 at #9 and topped the Latin Billboard charts.
May 11, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of May 4, 2014
During the week of May 4, 2014, it was announced that rock and roll pioneer Chuck Berry will be honored with the Polar Music Prize at a ceremony that takes place this August in Stockholm, Sweden. Established in 1989, this prestigious award is considered by many to be "the Nobel Prize of Music."
May 4, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of April 27, 2014
During the week of April 27, 2014, oldies fans mourned the passing of Larry Ramos of the Association and Paul Goddard of the Atlanta Rhythm Section. Also that week, Willie Nelson became among the first to be inducted into the newly established Austin City Limits Hall of Fame.
April 27, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of April 20, 2014
During the week of April 20, 2014, Paul McCartney announced that he will be giving a concert this August at San Francisco's landmark Candlestick Park which is scheduled for demolition sometime near the end of this year. His show will be the last one to be held at this famous venue which is also where the Beatles gave their final concert almost 50 years ago.
April 20, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of April 13, 2014
During the week of April 13, 2014, Glen Campbell's documentary about his recent farewell tour premiered at the 2014 Nashville Film Festival. It was also announced that the legendary country singer, who has been battling Alzheimer's since 2011, moved to a special care facility.
April 13, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of April 6, 2014
During the week of April 6, 2014, Linda Ronstadt, Cat Stevens, Hall & Oates, KISS, and the E Street Band were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Andrew Loog Oldham and the late Brian Epstein, who managed the Rolling Stones and the Beatles, respectively, were also among this year's inductees.
April 6, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of March 30, 2014
During the week of March 30, 2014, it was announced that the Everly Brothers, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Linda Ronstadt, and Isaac Hayes will be among those to be inducted this year into the Library of Congress National Recording Registry. Also that week, the Rolling Stones announced that they will resume their world tour this May which was put on hold following the suicide of Mick Jagger's girlfriend, L'Wren Scott.
March 30, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of March 23, 2014
During the week of March 23, 2014, Fleetwood Mac announced its upcoming North American tour which will include Christine McVie, who recently rejoined the band after a long absence. This tour, which kicks off this September, will be McVie's first time back on the road with Fleetwood Mac since 1998.
March 23, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of March 16, 2014
During the week of March 16, 2014, famed fashion designer L'Wren Scott, who was Mick Jagger's longtime girlfriend, was found dead in her Manhattan apartment from apparent suicide. The Rolling Stones, who were just starting the Australia/New Zealand leg of their tour at the time, cancelled all shows upon hearing this sad and shocking news.
March 16, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of March 9, 2014
During the week of March 9, 2014, the U.S. Post Office released a new Jimi Hendrix Forever Stamp that shows the late guitar legend against a groovy psychedelic background. Also that week, Neil Young launched PonoMusic, a music service geared towards audiophiles.
March 9, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of March 2, 2014
During the week of March 2, 2014, "20 Feet From Stardom," a movie about some of rock and roll's greatest unsung female backup singers, won an Oscar for Best Documentary. Darlene Love, who is one of the stars and subjects of this film, accepted the award and stole the show with an impromptu performance.
March 2, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of February 23, 2014
During the week of February 23, 2014, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced that tickets to this year's induction ceremonies will be available to the general public starting March 1, 2014. The ceremonies will take place on April 10, 2014 at New York's Barclays Center and will be televised on HBO this May. Also that week, KISS announced that the band will not be performing at the ceremonies. KISS is one of this year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees.
February 23, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of February 16, 2014
During the week of February 16, 2014, it was announced that new commemorative stamps featuring Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, and James Brown will be issued by the U.S. Post Office over the next two years. Also, former Peanut Butter Conspiracy member Alan Brackett, whom we interviewed in 2005, just let us know about an upcoming CD he produced titled "Barbara" that consists of songs by the PBC with Barbara ("Sandi") Robison as the lead vocalist.
February 16, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of February 9, 2014
During the week of February 9, 2014, it was announced that Donovan, Jim Weatherly, and Ray Davies of the Kinks will be inducted into this year's Songwriters Hall of Fame. Also, various Beatles memorabilia items will be going up for auction that include a signed copy of "Meet The Beatles" and the original jackets worn by Ringo Starr and George Harrison in the movie, "Help!".
February 9, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of February 2, 2014
During the week of February 2, 2014, the Beatles were honored by the New York Port Authority with a historical marker at JFK Airport where they made their famous landing amid adoring fans on their first trip to the U.S. 50 years ago. This ceremony was one of many nationwide celebratory events that week for the Fab Four.
February 2, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of January 26, 2014
During the week of January 26, 2014, the world mourned the passing of folk legend-activist Pete Seeger and businesswoman-songwriter Anna Gordy Gaye who was the ex-wife of Marvin Gaye and sister of Motown founder Berry Gordy. Also that week, it was announced that David Letterman will be hosting a week-long tribute to the Beatles starting February 3, 2014.
January 26, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of January 19, 2014
During the week of January 19, 2014, a number of celebratory events were announced that will take place on February 9, 2014, the 50th anniversary of the Beatles' historic first appearance on the Ed Sullivan show. "The Night That Changed America: A Grammy Salute To The Beatles" is set to air on CBS, and Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr will be among the featured performers. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame will also be hosting various activities in commemoration.
January 19, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of January 12, 2014
During the week of January 12, 2014, it was announced that Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr will be performing at this year's Grammy Awards ceremonies in which the Beatles will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award. This event will be televised January 26, 2014 on CBS.
January 12, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of January 5, 2014
During the week of January 5, 2014, it was announced that a series of benefit concerts commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Beatles first U.S. visit will take place in New York City starting February 6, 2014. This series will kick off with a show at the Apollo Theater featuring Lloyd Price, Gary U.S. Bonds, Mary Wilson of the Supremes, and other big name oldies bands and artists who will be performing Motown and other R&B songs that the Beatles played in their early years.
January 5, 2014 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of December 29, 2013
During the week of December 29, 2013, the world mourned the passing of Phil Everly of the Everly Brothers, one of pop music's most famous and influential vocal duos of all time.
