December 25, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of December 18, 2022
During the week of December 18, 2022, "A Charlie Brown Christmas," originally recorded in 1965 by the Vince Guaraldi Trio, returned to the Billboard Top Album Sales chart and peaked at no. 2, its highest position to date on this tally. This classic album features the soundtrack to the same-named holiday TV cartoon special based on the "Peanuts" comic strip that aired on CBS from 1965-2000 before moving to ABC.
December 18, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of December 11, 2022
During the week of December 11, 2022, it was announced that "Homeward Bound - A GRAMMY Salute To The Songs Of Paul Simon" will air December 21 on CBS. This tribute concert, which was taped last April in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theater, features special appearances by such veteran artists as Elton John, Stevie Wonder, and Sting, as well as Simon himself.
December 11, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of December 4, 2022
During the week of December 4, 2022, it was announced that Peter Frampton sold his catalog to BMG, an international music company based in Germany. The deal, which spans the rock legend's entire career beginning in the late 1960s, includes all of his publishing rights as well as various revenue streams as a songwriter and recording artist.
December 4, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of November 27, 2022
During the week of November 27, 2022, Fleetwood Mac's classic 1977 album, "Rumours," reached no. 1 on Billboard's Top Rock Albums of 2022. Other high-ranking classic recordings include Queen's "Greatest Hits" at no. 2, Elton John's "Diamonds" at no. 3, and Creedence Clearwater Revival's "Chronicle - The Greatest Hits" at no. 5. Several veteran artists also made Billboard's year-end list of the Top Rock Artists of 2022, among them Fleetwood Mac (no. 7), The Beatles (no. 8), Elton John (no. 9), and Queen (no. 10). Michael Jackson's "Thriller" also made a return to the charts in the wake of its 40th anniversary celebration, reaching no. 7 on the Billboard 200.
November 27, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of November 20, 2022
During the week of November 20, 2022, it was announced that the 45th Annual Kennedy Center Honors, to take place December 4 at the Kennedy Center Opera House in Washington, D.C., will be broadcast December 28 on CBS. Gladys Knight and Irish rock band U2 are among this year's honorees.
November 20, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of November 13, 2022
During the week of November 13, 2022, the Recording Academy announced the nominees for the upcoming 65th annual Grammy Awards, which include such veteran artists as ABBA, Bill Anderson, Willie Nelson, Aaron Neville, Dolly Parton, and Diana Ross. The awards ceremonies will take place at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and will air live February 5, 2023 on CBS.
November 13, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of November 6, 2022
During the week of November 6, 2022, The Beatles' "Revolver" topped Billboard's Top Rock & Alternative Albums, Top Rock Albums, and Catalog Albums charts in the wake of its recent deluxe expanded reissue. In addition, this classic album, which topped the Billboard 200 for six weeks in 1966 upon its original release, re-entered this chart at no. 4.
November 6, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of October 30, 2022
During the week of October 30, 2022, it was announced that Don McLean and Ray Stevens are among those to be inducted into the 2022 Musicians Hall of Fame along with country star Vince Gill. The awards ceremonies will take place November 22 in Nashville, TN and will feature performances by Steve Miller and Rodney Crowell.
October 30, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of October 23, 2022
During the week of October 23, 2022, the world bade a final farewell to rock & roll legend and pioneer Jerry Lee Lewis (September 29, 1935 - October 28, 2022) who took the world by storm during the late 1950s with such classics as "Whole Lotta Shakin' Going On" and "Great Balls Of Fire." Nicknamed "The Killer," he was famous for his dazzling, frenetic piano style and his wild, energetic stage presence.
October 23, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of October 16, 2022
During the week of October 16, 2022, early rock & roll pioneer Jerry Lee Lewis was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame as a trailblazer who paved his own unique path within country music. The awards ceremonies took place at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum's CMA Theater in Nashville, TN.
October 16, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of October 9, 2022
During the week of October 9, 2022, Ringo Starr announced that he will be cancelling the remainder of his North American tour with his All Starr Band after testing positive for COVID-19 for the second time. This news came just days after he announced his plans to resume touring after previously having had to cancel several show dates due to testing positive for the virus for the first time.
October 9, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of October 2, 2022
During the week of October 2, 2022, it was announced that Jefferson Airplane will receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The awards ceremonies will take place October 13, and Jack Casady, Jorma Kaukonen, and Grace Slick, who were part of the classic late 1960s lineup, will be on hand to accept the honor. The plaque will be located at 6752 Hollywood Blvd.
October 2, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of September 25, 2022
During the week of September 25, 2022, the late Mama Cass Elliott of The Mamas & The Papas will be honored posthumously with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The award ceremonies are set to take place October 3 and her star will be located at 7065 Hollywood Blvd.
September 25, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of September 18, 2022
During the week of September 18, 2022, Elton John performed at the White House as part of "A Night When Hope and History Rhyme" funded by A&E Networks and The History Channel. After the concert, President Joe Biden, a longtime fan, surprised The Rocket Man with the National Humanities Medal for his many years of charitable work in the fight against AIDS. This event, which took place on September 23 and was streamed live on the PBS YouTube channel, will air on A&E at some later date.
September 18, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of September 11, 2022
During the week of September 11, 2022, Record Store Day announced its list of limited-edition vinyl recordings that will be available during the 2022 edition of its annual Black Friday event to take place November 25 at various independent record stores nationwide. Among this year's offerings are "Paris Blues," the last known unreleased studio album by The Doors, plus recordings by such oldies favorites as David Bowie, Eric Burdon & War, Jimi Hendrix, Fleetwood Mac, The Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, and Ringo Starr.
September 12, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of September 4, 2022
During the week of September 4, 2022, it was announced that "The Beatles - Get Back," a new docuseries that premiered in late 2021, won five Emmys at the 2022 Creative Arts Emmy Awards ceremonies which took place September 3 and 4 in Los Angeles. Co-producers Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Yoko Ono, and Olivia Harrison were among those awarded the Emmy for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series along with director Peter Jackson.
September 4, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of August 28, 2022
During the week of August 28, 2022, Micky Dolenz filed a lawsuit requesting access to FBI files on The Monkees that include a memorandum from an informant alleging that the band flashed subliminal anti-Vietnam war messages and images during a 1967 concert. Dolenz had tried previously to gain access to the files through the Freedom of Information Act but did not receive a response.
August 28, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of August 21, 2022
During the week of August 21, 2022, Joni Mitchell received an honorary doctorate from the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston at an event held August 23 in Santa Monica, CA. Berklee President Erica Muhl spoke of the legendary singer-songwriter's wide-ranging influence. "We at Berklee are simply joining the whole world in celebrating Joni Mitchell's impact on music and women everywhere, and on anyone who was forever changed after their first experience with her music - which, let's face it, is pretty much all of us."
August 21, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of August 14, 2022
During the week of August 14, 2022, it was announced that Bruce Springsteen will interview Rolling Stone co-founder Jann Wenner on September 13 at the 92nd Street Y in New York City. Wenner will discuss key events in music history since the magazine's founding in 1967 as well as his upcoming memoir, "Like A Rolling Stone." This interview will be streamed live on 92ny.org.
August 14, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of August 7, 2022
During the week of August 7, 2022, the world bade a final farewell to beloved pop superstar Olivia Newton-John (September 26 1948 - August 8, 2022) and famed singer-songwriter Lamont Dozier (June 16, 1941 - August 8, 2022) who was one-third of the legendary songwriting team, Holland-Dozier-Holland, that helped define the Motown sound of the 1960s.
August 7, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of July 31, 2022
During the week of July 31, 2022, The Rolling Stones topped Pollstar's list of top touring artists based on total box office grosses and ticket sales over the past 42 years. Other veteran acts with high rankings in this tally include U2 (no. 2), Elton John (no. 3), Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band (no. 4), The Eagles (no. 8), Paul McCartney (no. 10), Billy Joel (no. 11), and Rod Stewart (no. 19).
July 31, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of July 24, 2022
During the week of July 24, 2022, Joni Mitchell gave a rare public performance at this year's Newport Folk Festival when she made a surprise appearance at a tribute in her honor led by Brandi Carlile. The legendary singer-songwriter provided lead vocals for such classics as "Both Sides Now" and "The Circle Game" and played guitar on her 1974 song, "Just Like A Train."
July 24, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of July 17, 2022
During the week of July 17, 2022, Gladys Knight was named as one of this year's recipients of the prestigious Kennedy Center Honors. The 45th annual Kennedy Center Honors gala will take place December 4 in Washington, D.C. and will air on CBS at some later date.
July 17, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of July 10, 2022
During the week of July 10, 2022, three men were arraigned on charges that they conspired to illegally possess and sell a bundle of notes from the Eagles album, "Hotel California," that were stolen almost 50 years ago. These works include Don Henley's handwritten lyrics to "Life In The Fast Lane," "New Kid In Town," and the album's title song.
July 10, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of July 3, 2022
During the week of July 3, 2022, a high-def analog audio disc featuring a new version of Bob Dylan's classic "Blowin' In The Wind," which he recorded last year, sold in London at a Christie's auction for about 1.5 million pounds or almost 1.8 million dollars.
July 4, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of June 26, 2022
During the week of June 26, 2022, Ringo Starr announced his upcoming "Peace & Love" celebration to take place July 7 on his 82nd birthday. As has been an annual tradition since 2008, the good-natured former Beatle is asking fans to participate on this day by saying or thinking "peace and love" or flashing a peace sign at noon local time. This year, Artemis Music Space Network, with the International Space Station, will transmit Starr's message across the planet and into Earth's orbit and outer space.
June 26, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of June 19, 2022
During the week of June 19, 2022, Stephen Stills sold the rights to his recordings to Iconic Artists Group, an entertainment brand management company owned by longtime Eagles manager Irving Azoff. Stills' recorded assets include his solo works along with music he created as a member of Buffalo Springfield, CSN, CSNY, Manassas, The Stills-Young Band, and various other groups.
June 19, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of June 12, 2022
During the week of June 12, 2022, The Isley Brothers, Steve Miller, and Motown producer William "Mickey" Stevenson were among this year's inductees into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Other honorees included Paul Williams who received the prestigious Johnny Mercer Award. The awards ceremonies took place June 17 at the Marriott Marquis in New York City.
June 12, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of June 5, 2022
During the week of June 5, 2022, The Temptations, currently led by sole surviving founding member Otis Williams, welcomed a new addition to their ever-changing lineup, bass singer Jawan M. Jackson. He was part of the original cast of "Ain't Too Proud - The Life And Times Of The Temptations," the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical based on the legendary Motown group.
June 5, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of May 29, 2022
During the week of May 29, 2022, a number of Platinum Jubilee events commemorating Queen Elizabeth's 70th year on the throne took place that included an all-star concert outside Buckingham Palace featuring such veteran artists as Elton John, Queen, Diana Ross, Rod Stewart, and Bonnie Tyler. Also, Tyler and Paul McCartney's daughter Stella, a successful fashion designer, were among those acknowledged in the 2022 edition of Queen Elizabeth's annual Birthday Honours list.
May 29, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of May 22, 2022
During the week of May 22, 2022, Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band announced their first tour in six years which kicks off next February in the U.S., followed by a leg in Europe and then a second North American leg in August. To date, several show dates have already been scheduled in Europe starting April 28 in Barcelona, Spain, with more to come worldwide.
May 22, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of May 15, 2022
During the week of May 15, 2022, it was announced that rock & roll legend Jerry Lee Lewis will be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. The awards ceremonies are expected to be held sometime this fall, with more details to be announced.
May 15, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of May 8, 2022
During the week of May 8, 2022, Ringo Starr was presented with an honorary doctorate by Boston's Berklee College of Music as part of the school's 2022 commencement ceremonies. The ex-Beatle accepted the honor virtually via a pre-recorded video.
May 8, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of May 1, 2022
During the week of May 1, 2022, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced its inductees for the Class of 2022. Among the honorees are Harry Belafonte, Judas Priest, Sylvia Robinson, Carly Simon, and country legend Dolly Parton. The awards ceremonies will take place November 5 in Los Angeles and will air later on HBO and stream on HBO Max.
May 1, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of April 24, 2022
During the week of April 24, 2022, Live Nation announced its list of over 200 artists to take part in its 2022 Concert Week promotion which will offer low-cost tickets across North America throughout the summer. Among the participants are Aerosmith, The Beach Boys, Alice Cooper, The Doobie Brothers, Foreigner, KISS, Kraftwerk, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Roxy Music, Santana, Steely Dan, Rod Stewart, The Who, and ZZ Top.
April 24, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of April 17, 2022
During the week of April 17, 2022, the first two episodes of the new reality music competition show, "No Cover," premiered online via the Sumerian Records YouTube channel. Alice Cooper is among the panel of judges whose main task is to discover the next top unsigned bands. The winners will be awarded a recording contract with Sumerian Records and will also get signed to a management and booking agency.
April 17, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of April 10, 2022
During the week of April 10, 2022, the Library of Congress announced its list of 25 recordings chosen for induction into the National Recording Registry in 2022. Among this year's song selections are such oldies classics as Nat King Cole's "The Christmas Song," Andy Williams' "Moon River," The Four Tops' "Reach Out, I'll Be There," and Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody." New album additions include The Shirelles' "Tonight's The Night" and Linda Ronstadt's "Canciones de Mi Padre."
April 10, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of April 3, 2022
During the week of April 3, 2022, the 64th Annual Grammy Awards took place in Las Vegas and were aired live on CBS. Among the winners were Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga for "Love For Sale," which received the award for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album. Also, George Harrison's "All Things Must Pass - 50th Anniversary Edition" and "Joni Mitchell Archives, Vol. 1 - The Early Years (1963-1967)" were named Best Boxed or Special Limited Edition Package and Best Historical Album, respectively. In addition, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made a surprise appearance at the awards ceremonies via a pre-taped video and delivered a powerful message about the cost of freedom and the healing power of music.
April 3, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of March 27, 2022
During the week of March 27, 2022, the Memphis Music Hall Of Fame announced its new class of inductees for 2022. Among the honorees are Mavis Staples and Booker T. Jones of Booker T. & The MG's.
March 27, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of March 20, 2022
During the week of March 20, 2022, the Recording Academy announced that the music of Paul Simon will be celebrated at a Grammy tribute concert to be taped on April 6 at the Pantages Theatre in Hollywood and aired on CBS sometime later this year. Among the many featured performers at "Homeward Bound - A GRAMMY Salute To The Songs Of Paul Simon" are Dave Matthews and New Orleans legend Irma Thomas, and Simon himself will also make an appearance at this event.
March 20, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of March 13, 2022
During the week of March 13, 2022, the Blues Hall of Fame announced its inductees for this year that include Johnnie Taylor, Little Willie John, and songwriter Otis Blackwell who penned such oldies classics as Elvis Presley's "Don't Be Cruel" and Jerry Lee Lewis' "Great Balls Of Fire." The awards ceremonies will take place May 4 at the Halloran Centre in Memphis, TN.
March 13, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of March 6, 2022
During the week of March 6, 2022, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced its first-ever Beatles exhibit which opens March 18 and runs through November 2022. Titled "The Beatles - Get Back To Let It Be," this upcoming exhibit will feature original instruments, clothing, and other items as seen in the November 2021 docuseries, "The Beatles - Get Back."
March 6, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of February 27, 2022
Neil Diamond sold to Universal Music Group the rights to his entire song catalog which includes such classics as "Cracklin' Rosie," "Song Sung Blue," and "Sweet Caroline." In addition, the Dutch-American multinational music company acquired the rights to all of Diamond's recordings, including many unreleased tracks and an unreleased album.
February 27, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of February 20, 2022
During the week of February 20, 2022, Elton John was flying from England to New York City for a concert at Madison Square Garden when his private jet was forced to make an emergency landing about an hour after takeoff due to a technical failure. Although reportedly shaken by the ordeal, he boarded another flight to New York several hours later and made it safely to the Big Apple.
February 20, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of February 13, 2022
During the week of February 13, 2022, Record Store Day announced that David Bowie, Chicago, The Doors, The Rolling Stones, and The Who are among those with offerings for this year's event taking place on April 23 at various independent record stores nationwide.
February 13, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of February 6, 2022
During the week of February 6, 2022, Earth, Wind & Fire was honored at the Pollstar Awards hosted by the same-named concert industry publication. The group's Miraculous Supernatural Tour was awarded the Best R&B Tour prize, which celebrated the return of live music in 2021 in the midst of the pandemic.
February 6, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of January 30, 2022
During the week of January 30, 2022, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced its nominees for induction into the Class of 2022. Among those on the ballot are such veteran acts as Judas Priest, Dolly Parton, Lionel Richie, Carly Simon, and Dionne Warwick. The winners will be announced sometime this May.
January 30, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of January 23, 2022
During the week of January 23, 2022, it was announced that Bob Dylan sold his entire recorded music catalog to Sony Music Entertainment, as well as the rights to various future releases. Dylan and Sony will continue to work together on archival recordings for his Bootleg Series and other projects.
January 23, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of January 16, 2022
During the week of January 16, 2022, the Recording Academy announced that the 64th Annual Grammy Awards ceremonies, originally set to take place January 31, have been moved to April 3 due to Omicron concerns and will air live on CBS from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. This year's nominees include ABBA (for Record Of The Year), Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga (for Album Of The Year and Best Pop Duo-Group Performance), and Paul McCartney (for Best Rock Album and Best Rock Song).
January 16, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of January 9, 2022
During the week of January 9, 2022, Elton John scored a Top 10 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time in 24 years with "Cold Heart (Pnau Remix)," a duet performed with Dua Lipa which topped many charts worldwide. His last Top 10 entry on that tally was in 1998 with "Something About The Way You Look Tonight - Candle In The Wind 1997."
January 9, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of January 2, 2022
During the week of January 2, 2022, Warner Chappell Music and the estate of David Bowie announced that WCM purchased the publishing rights to the late rock legend's entire catalog for around 250 million. This extensive collection includes such classic hits as "Changes," "Let's Dance," "Rebel Rebel," "A Space Oddity," and "Ziggy Stardust," plus all other songs included on Bowie's albums, as well as music he recorded for soundtracks and other projects.
January 2, 2022 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of December 26, 2021
During the week of December 26, 2021, Elton John's latest holiday single, "Merry Christmas," performed as a duet with Ed Sheeran, topped Billboard's Adult Contemporary chart, making this his 17th record-extending entry in that tally. The English pop rock legend also has a record-breaking span as a leader on that chart that began in 1973 with his first chart-topper, "Daniel."
