October 15, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of October 8, 2023
During the week of October 8, 2023, the world bade a final farewell to Isley Brothers co-founder Rudolph Isley who co-wrote "Shout," "It's Your Thing," "That Lady," "Fight The Power," and other top hits. Isley left in 1989 to become a minister and was later inducted as a member of the group into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
October 9, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of October 1, 2023
During the week of October 1, 2023, Record Store Day announced its offerings for this year's Black Friday event taking place November 24 at independent record stores across the country. The Beach Boys, Jeff Beck, The Doors, Faces, Jerry Garcia, Grateful Dead, The Mamas & The Papas, Joni Mitchell, The Monkees, and War are among the many featured bands and artists.
October 1, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of September 24, 2023
During the week of September 24, 2023, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced that this year's induction ceremonies will stream live November 3 from Brooklyn, NY on Disney+, with featured performers to include Elton John. Honorees include Don Cornelius, Chaka Khan, Al Kooper, Willie Nelson, Bernie Taupin, and Link Wray. A TV special with highlights of this event will premiere January 1, 2024 on ABC.
September 24, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of September 17, 2023
During the week of September 17, 2023, Fleetwood Mac made the Top 5 on the Billboard Top Album Sales chart with their latest release, "Rumours Live." This recording captures highlights of the band's August 29, 1977 concert at the Forum in Los Angeles and includes live versions of most of the songs on their hugely popular album, "Rumours."
September 17, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of September 10, 2023
During the week of September 10, 2023, the famed songwriting duo, Burt Bacharach and Hal David, returned to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time in almost two decades when Doja Cat's latest single, "Paint The Town Red," reached no. 1 on that chart. This smash, which samples Dionne Warwick's 1964 hit version of "Walk On By," also marks her return to the Billboard Hot 100 after many years since she scored her last no. 1 on that chart in 1986 with "That's What Friends Are For."
September 10, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of September 3, 2023
During the week of September 3, 2023, it was announced that Don McLean and Duane Eddy are among those to be inducted into Nashville's Music City Walk of Fame. The awards ceremonies will take place October 4 at the city's Music Mile across the street from the Country Music Hall of Fame.
September 4, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of August 27, 2023
During the week of August 27, 2023, Dolly Parton's remake of The Beatles' "Let It Be" featuring Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr as guest artists reached nos. 2, 15, and 22 on the Rock Digital Song Sales, Country Digital Song Sales, and the all-genre Digital Song Sales charts, respectively. Parton's version of this Fab Four classic is included on her upcoming album, "Rockstar," due out on November 17.
August 27, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of August 20, 2023
During the week of August 20, 2023, it was announced that the new documentary, "In Restless Dreams - The Music Of Paul Simon," will make its world premiere September 9 at the Toronto Film Festival and debut in the U.S. at the Camden International Film Festival taking place September 14-17 at venues in Camden and Rockland, Maine. This movie covers Simon's life and career from his childhood in Queens through his work with Art Garfunkel and beyond.
August 20, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of August 13, 2023
During the week of August 13, 2023, Billboard released its latest list of the greatest rock lead singers of all time. Topping this list is the legendary Mick Jagger of The Rolling Stones, with Stevie Nicks of Fleetwood Mac ranked at no. 2. Other veteran artists to make the top 10 are Freddie Mercury of Queen, Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin, and George Clinton of Parliament-Funkadelic at nos. 3, 4, and 8, respectively.
August 13, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of August 6, 2023
During the week of August 6, 2023, the world bade a final farewell to three oldies music icons - Robbie Robertson of The Band, Kinks keyboardist John Gosling, and Sixto Rodriguez, a little-known Detroit-area rocker from the 1960s who had a resurgence in popularity after the 2012 Oscar-winning documentary, "Searching For Sugar Man."
August 6, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of July 30, 2023
During the week of July 30, 2023, Led Zeppelin's "Stairway To Heaven" was voted the greatest acoustic song of all time in a recent poll by Total Guitar. Coming in at numbers 2, 3, 4, and 5, respectively, were Pink Floyd's "Wish You Were Here," The Eagles' "Hotel California," Eric Clapton's "Tears In Heaven," and The Beatles' "Blackbird."
July 30, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of July 23, 2023
During the week of July 23, 2023, the U.S. Senate passed a resolution declaring August 3 as Tony Bennett Day in honor of the late jazz and traditional pop legend born on this day in 1926. In addition to his spectacular eight-decades-long music career, Senate Majority Chuck Schumer also cited Bennett's service in World War II as well as his lifelong dedication to civil rights, equality, and various other social and humanitarian causes.
July 23, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of July 16, 2023
During the week of July 16, 2023, the world bade a final farewell to Tony Bennett (August 3, 1926 - July 21, 2023) famous for "I Left My Heart In San Francisco" (1962) and other traditional pop and jazz favorites. Over his eight-decades-long career, the legendary crooner made a stunning comeback during the early 1990s and gained a new and devoted following with younger audiences while maintaining his original musical style and repertoire.
July 16, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of July 9, 2023
During the week of July 9, 2023, Billy Joel made a return to the Billboard Hot 100 as a songwriter after 22 years thanks to Fall Out Boy's remake of "We Didn't Start The Fire," which debuted at no. 94 on this chart. This also led to a resurgence in popularity of Joel's original chart-topping 1989 version of this pop culture classic.
July 9, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of July 2, 2023
During the week of July 2, 2023, Elton John gave the final show of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour on July 8 at his last stop in Stockholm, Sweden, marking the end of an era. This extensive trek began in Allentown, PA on September 8, 2018 and ran for about three years on and off since then. It was postponed in 2020 due to the COVID pandemic and was eventually resumed in January 2022.
July 2, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of June 25, 2023
During the week of June 25, 2023, another historic Beatles memorabilia item went on the auction block - a contract signed by all four members in 1974 signaling the official end of the legendary rock band, giving each member their independence from each other to pursue their own projects solely and as individuals. The Gotta Have Rock and Roll auction house is currently selling this item, with bidding to close on July 7.
June 25, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of June 18, 2023
During the week of June 18, 2023, it was announced that Barry Gibb of The Bee Gees and Dionne Warwick are among this year's Kennedy Center Honors recipients. The awards gala, hosted by Gloria Estefan, will take place December 3 in Washington, DC and will air later on CBS.
June 19, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of June 11, 2023
During the week of June 11, 2023, it was announced that Chicago and Belinda Carlisle of The Go-Go's are among the featured performers at the upcoming PBS special, "A Capitol Fourth," to air live July 4.
June 11, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of June 4, 2023
During the week of June 4, 2023, it was announced that Paul McCartney will discuss his upcoming photography exhibit at the National Portrait Gallery in London with actor Stanley Tucci in a global livestream event to take place June 29. The exhibit, which features photos taken by the former Beatle between December 1963 and February 1964, will run from June 28 to October 1, with a companion book to be released June 13.
June 5, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of May 28, 2023
During the week of May 28, 2023, Tina Turner's songs amassed a whopping 40.1 million on-demand streams in the wake of her recent passing. The Grammy-winning "What's Love Got To Do With It" was her top pick with 7.2 million clicks. "The Best" came in second place with 4.5 million clicks, followed by the Ike & Tina Turner 1971 classic, "Proud Mary," with 3.9 million streams. "What's Love Got To Do With It" also debuted at No. 11 on the Hot R&B Songs chart and topped the R&B Digital Song Sales tally, leading eight Turner songs onto that chart's 15-position list.
May 28, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of May 21, 2023
During the week of May 21, 2023, the world bade a final farewell to R&B legend Tina Turner whose long string of hits, which also spans pop, rock, soul, and other genres, includes such classics as "Proud Mary," "What's Love Got To Do With It," and "The Best." She first rose to fame during the 1960s as the lead singer of the Ike & Tina Turner Revue and became a superstar after her comeback in the early 1980s.
May 21, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of May 14, 2023
During the week of May 14, 2023, Stevie Wonder was awarded an honorary doctorate from Fordham University in New York City at the commencement ceremonies that took place on May 20. After his speech, the music legend performed his 1973 smash hit, "You Are The Sunshine Of My Life."
May 14, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of May 7, 2023
During the week of May 7, 2023, country star Dolly Parton released "World Of Fire," the debut single from her first-ever rock album, "Rockstar," due out on November 17. Featured artists on this upcoming recording include such veteran artists as Mick Fleetwood, Peter Frampton, Elton John, Paul McCartney, Stevie Nicks, and Ringo Starr.
May 7, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of April 30, 2023
During the week of April 30, 2023, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced its inductees for the Class of 2023 that include Chaka Khan, Al Kooper, Willie Nelson, The Spinners, and longtime Elton John collaborator Bernie Taupin. Link Wray was also inducted posthumously with the Musical Influence Award, and other inductees include Don Cornelius, the creator and host of "Soul Train," who was honored posthumously with the Ahmet Ertegun Award. The awards ceremonies will take place November 3 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY.
April 30, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of April 23, 2023
During the week of April 23, 2023, the world bade a final farewell to Harry Belafonte, a celebrated and award-winning singer, songwriter, and actor who popularized calypso music during the 1950s with such hits as "Banana Boat (Day-O)" and was a key figure during the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s.
April 23, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of April 16, 2023
During the week of April 16, 2023, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy proclaimed September 23 as Bruce Springsteen Day, a new state holiday that falls on the rock legend's birthday. Murphy stated, "Bruce Springsteen is one of the most iconic and influential musicians - and New Jerseyans - of all time, period."
April 16, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of April 9, 2023
During the week of April 9, 2023, the Library of Congress announced its latest additions to the National Recording Registry for preservation based on their cultural, historical, or aesthetic importance. This year's selections include the Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young album, "Deja Vu," plus such oldies classics as The Four Seasons' "Sherry," John Lennon's "Imagine," and Led Zeppelin's "Stairway To Heaven."
April 9, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of April 2, 2023
During the week of April 2, 2023, Pink Floyd returned to the U.S. charts with "The Dark Side Of The Moon - Live At Wembley, London, 1974," which was released last month. This archival recording debuted at no. 49 on the Billboard 200 and landed in the Top 10 on the Billboard Top Album Sales, Top Current Album Sales, Top Rock Albums, and Vinyl Albums charts.
April 2, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of March 26, 2023
During the week of March 26, 2023, the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles announced "The Power Of Song - A Songwriters Hall Of Fame Exhibit" that features such luminaries as Lamont Dozier, Carole King, Henry Mancini, Smokey Robinson, and Nile Rodgers. This exhibit launches on April 26 at the Grammy Museum and will run through September 4.
March 26, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of March 19, 2023
During the week of March 19, 2023, Jose Feliciano, Gladys Knight, and Bruce Springsteen were among those to be honored with the prestigious National Medal of Arts. President Joe Biden presented the awards at a ceremony that took place March 21 at the White House.
March 19, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of March 12, 2023
During the week of March 12, 2023, Queen guitarist Brian May was knighted by King Charles for his services to music and his charity work at a ceremony that took place March 14 in London at Buckingham Palace. May was previously named Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 2005.
March 12, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of March 5, 2023
During the week of March 5, 2023, Darlene Love, Steve Earle, Sam Moore of Sam & Dave, and E Street Band guitarist Steve Van Zandt were named as the honorees for the Bruce Springsteen Archives and Center for American Music's inaugural American Music Honors. This event will take place April 15 at the Pollak Theatre at Monmouth University in West Long Branch, NJ, where the Bruce Springsteen Archives are housed.
March 5, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of February 26, 2023
During the week of February 26, 2023, Joni Mitchell was awarded the Library of Congress 2023 Gershwin Prize for Popular Music at a tribute concert that took place March 1 in Washington, D.C. This event, which features performances by such artists as James Taylor and Graham Nash, as well as Mitchell herself, will air March 31 on PBS.
February 26, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of February 19, 2023
During the week of February 19, 2023, Barbra Streisand was named this year's recipient of the Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Woman of Leadership Award and is the first music artist to be chosen for this prestigious honor. The awards ceremonies will be held on April 22 in Washington, D.C. at the Library of Congress.
February 19, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of February 12, 2023
During the week of February 12, 2023, Record Store Day announced its offerings for this year's event to take place April 22 at various independent record stores across the country. Among the releases are recordings by The Allman Brothers Band, The Doors, Emerson, Lake & Palmer, Fleetwood Mac, The Grateful Dead, Billy Joel, Elton John, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, The Rolling Stones, Todd Rundgren, T. Rex, and Yes.
February 12, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of February 5, 2023
During the week of February 5, 2023, the Recording Academy announced this year's Grammy winners, and among the honorees are such veteran artists as Willie Nelson, Aaron Neville, Ozzy Osbourne, Bonnie Raitt, and Edgar Winter. The awards ceremonies were broadcast February 5 live on CBS.
February 5, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of January 29, 2023
During the week of January 29, 2023, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced its nominees for 2023. Among the contenders are Iron Maiden, Willie Nelson, The Spinners, and Warren Zevon. The winners will be revealed in May, with the induction ceremony to take place sometime this fall.
January 29, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of January 22, 2023
During the week of January 22, 2023, the Songwriters Hall of Fame announced its inductees for 2023. Among this year's honorees are Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) founder Jeff Lynne. The awards ceremonies will take place June 15 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City.
January 22, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of January 15, 2023
During the week of January 15, 2023, the world bade a final farewell to legendary rock icon David Crosby (August 14, 1941 - January 18, 2023).
January 15, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of January 8, 2023
During the week of January 8, 2023, it was announced that Joni Mitchell will be honored with the prestigious Library of Congress 2023 Gershwin Prize for Popular Song. The awards ceremonies will take place at a tribute concert on March 1 in Washington, D.C. to air March 31 on PBS.
January 8, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of January 1, 2023
During the week of January 1, 2023, the Recording Academy announced its list of honorees for this year's Lifetime Achievement Awards that includes such veteran bands and artists as The Supremes, Nile Rodgers of Chic, and Ann and Nancy Wilson of Heart. The awards ceremonies will take place February 4 at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre in Los Angeles as an in-person event for the first time since 2020.
January 1, 2023 - Allbutforgottenoldies.net Music News Digest: Week Of December 25, 2022
During the week of December 25, 2022, Gladys Knight was among the honorees at the Kennedy Center Honors which took place in Washington, D.C. and aired December 28 on CBS.
