Oldies Music News and Events
The latest news on all your favorite oldies artists and what they're up to now, including news on the late and lamented and what's happening with their music and legacies.
51st Annual Grammy Awards Nominees: Oldies Artists
A list of oldies music artists who have been nominated for the 51st annual Grammy Awards (to be held in Los Angeles on February 8, 2009). From your Oldies music Guide at About.com.
A list of oldies music artists who have been nominated for the 51st annual Grammy Awards (to be held in Los Angeles on February 8, 2009). From your Oldies music Guide at About.com.
Billy Joel and Paul McCartney close out Shea
The latest Billy Joel news and headlines from your Oldies music Guide at About.com.
The latest Billy Joel news and headlines from your Oldies music Guide at About.com.
Ringo Starr and his Liverpool boyhood home
The latest Ringo Starr news and headlines from your Oldies music Guide at About.com.
The latest Ringo Starr news and headlines from your Oldies music Guide at About.com.
ABBA reunites -- or do they?
The latest ABBA news and headlines from your Oldies music Guide at About.com.
The latest ABBA news and headlines from your Oldies music Guide at About.com.
News In Brief... Al Wilson R.I.P, Quincy's 75th, Leroy Brown movie
Sad news for fans of vintage Seventies soul... Al Wilson, best known for his 1974 #1 hit "Show And Tell," passed away recently at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in Fontana, CA of kidney failure. Wilson, a Mississippian who also played drums, began in various California...
Sad news for fans of vintage Seventies soul... Al Wilson, best known for his 1974 #1 hit "Show And Tell," passed away recently at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in Fontana, CA of kidney failure. Wilson, a Mississippian who also played drums, began in various California...
News In Brief... New Elvis photos, Beatles tapes on hold, DC5 catalog
The King Lives! Or his image does, anyway, what with the recent discovery of several previously lost 1972 tour snapshots of Elvis Presley taken by Madison Square Garden photog George Kalinsky. He discovered them after a billboard company asked him to dig into the archives for a series of...
The King Lives! Or his image does, anyway, what with the recent discovery of several previously lost 1972 tour snapshots of Elvis Presley taken by Madison Square Garden photog George Kalinsky. He discovered them after a billboard company asked him to dig into the archives for a series of...
News in brief... Beach Boys stop suing, Beatles sue, ABBA drummer RIP
Could Beach Boys Brian Wilson, Mike Love and Al Jardine finally put their differences aside and reunite? That's the buzz after the recent Los Angeles Supreme Court ruling, which finally settles years of legal disputes between the surviving members of the legendary band. Jardine's attorney, Lawrence Noble, certainly sounds optimistic about the future of the band...
Could Beach Boys Brian Wilson, Mike Love and Al Jardine finally put their differences aside and reunite? That's the buzz after the recent Los Angeles Supreme Court ruling, which finally settles years of legal disputes between the surviving members of the legendary band. Jardine's attorney, Lawrence Noble, certainly sounds optimistic about the future of the band...
News In Brief... Lisa Marie, Marie Osmond, Hurricane Smith
Lisa Marie Presley is not fat -- she's pregnant. That's what Elvis' one and only child had to say to the British press, who had a field day recently mistaking her baby bump for a "fat Elvis" gut. The 40-year-old, who already has two children from another father, is suing London's notorious Daily Mail for articles which claimed...
Lisa Marie Presley is not fat -- she's pregnant. That's what Elvis' one and only child had to say to the British press, who had a field day recently mistaking her baby bump for a "fat Elvis" gut. The 40-year-old, who already has two children from another father, is suing London's notorious Daily Mail for articles which claimed...
James Brown's Estate
James Brown left quite a financial windfall to his friends and family, but the Hardest Working Man In Show Business also left a tangled personal life, to say the least, causing a major scrap over who should get what. Here's an overview of the issue, complete with all sides of the story, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
James Brown left quite a financial windfall to his friends and family, but the Hardest Working Man In Show Business also left a tangled personal life, to say the least, causing a major scrap over who should get what. Here's an overview of the issue, complete with all sides of the story, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Dave Clark Five, Ventures to be inducted into Rock Hall of Fame
After three nominations and a possible voting-rules scandal uncovered by FOX News last year, The Dave Clark Five will finally be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on March 10, 2008, during its 22nd annual ceremony in New York City...
After three nominations and a possible voting-rules scandal uncovered by FOX News last year, The Dave Clark Five will finally be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on March 10, 2008, during its 22nd annual ceremony in New York City...
Ike Turner: 1931-2007
Ike Turner, godfather of rock and roll, raw R&B legend, and half of the most notoriously combative duo in rock history, has died at the age of 76 in San Marcos, CA...
Ike Turner, godfather of rock and roll, raw R&B legend, and half of the most notoriously combative duo in rock history, has died at the age of 76 in San Marcos, CA...
50th Annual Grammy Awards Nominees -- Oldies Music
A list of oldies music artists who are nominated for the 50th annual Grammy Awards (to be held in Los Angeles on February 10, 2008). From your Oldies music Guide at About.com.
A list of oldies music artists who are nominated for the 50th annual Grammy Awards (to be held in Los Angeles on February 10, 2008). From your Oldies music Guide at About.com.
Phil Spector / Lana Clarkson Murder Trial
Legendary '60s music Phil Spector stands trial for the alleged murder of actress Lana Clarkson in 2003... is the famed architect of the "Wall Of Sound" guilty of killing her, or is he merely a victim of circumstance? An overview of the issue, complete with both sides of the story, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Legendary '60s music Phil Spector stands trial for the alleged murder of actress Lana Clarkson in 2003... is the famed architect of the "Wall Of Sound" guilty of killing her, or is he merely a victim of circumstance? An overview of the issue, complete with both sides of the story, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Heather Mills vs. Paul McCartney
The world's most famous billionaire, Paul McCartney, squares off in a nasty divorce trial with his second wife, model and activist Heather Mills. Is the ex-Beatle penny pinching again, or is Heather digging for gold? An overview of the issue, complete with both sides of the story, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The world's most famous billionaire, Paul McCartney, squares off in a nasty divorce trial with his second wife, model and activist Heather Mills. Is the ex-Beatle penny pinching again, or is Heather digging for gold? An overview of the issue, complete with both sides of the story, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Apple Corps, Ltd. and the Beatles vs. Apple Computers
The surviving Beatles' music company continues its series of lawsuits against the PC's worst enemy... Apple Corps, Ltd. vs. Apple Computers drags on. Who's got the legal upper hand? An overview of the issue, complete with both sides of the story, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The surviving Beatles' music company continues its series of lawsuits against the PC's worst enemy... Apple Corps, Ltd. vs. Apple Computers drags on. Who's got the legal upper hand? An overview of the issue, complete with both sides of the story, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Copycat Oldies Music Groups and Acts
Copycat oldies music groups... that is, acts that bear the name of classic oldies music artists, but don't contain any of the original members. They're legal in most states, but are they ethical? An overview of the issue, complete with both sides of the story, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Copycat oldies music groups... that is, acts that bear the name of classic oldies music artists, but don't contain any of the original members. They're legal in most states, but are they ethical? An overview of the issue, complete with both sides of the story, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
49th Annual Grammy Awards Nominees -- Oldies Music
A list of oldies music artists who nominated for the 49th annual Grammy Awards (to be held in Los Angeles on February 11, 2007). From your Oldies music Guide at About.com.
A list of oldies music artists who nominated for the 49th annual Grammy Awards (to be held in Los Angeles on February 11, 2007). From your Oldies music Guide at About.com.
48th Annual Grammy Awards Nominees -- Oldies Music and artists
Oldies music artists nominated for the 48th annual Grammy Awards (February 28, 2006).
Oldies music artists nominated for the 48th annual Grammy Awards (February 28, 2006).
Concert Review: From The Big Apple To The Big Easy benefit for Hurricane Katrina victims
Your Oldies Guide's review of "From The Big Apple To The Big Easy," the New York City benefit concert for Gulf Coast and New Orleans victims of the Hurricane Katrina disaster.
Your Oldies Guide's review of "From The Big Apple To The Big Easy," the New York City benefit concert for Gulf Coast and New Orleans victims of the Hurricane Katrina disaster.
Your Hit Parade
This site's weekly update, featuring all the latest Oldies Music headlines about the oldies music artists you know and love. Complete with links to the full, original stories!
This site's weekly update, featuring all the latest Oldies Music headlines about the oldies music artists you know and love. Complete with links to the full, original stories!
Jan Berry 1941-2004
My tribute to Jan Berry, one half of the surf duo Jan and Dean, who recently passed away at the age of 62. Berry was the man who helped create classics like "Surf City" and "Dead Man's Curve," but, as this tribute shows, he had far more impact on rock history than that. Read the history here and tour the web's finest Jan and Dean sites.
My tribute to Jan Berry, one half of the surf duo Jan and Dean, who recently passed away at the age of 62. Berry was the man who helped create classics like "Surf City" and "Dead Man's Curve," but, as this tribute shows, he had far more impact on rock history than that. Read the history here and tour the web's finest Jan and Dean sites.
Bobby Hatfield 1940-2003
The story of the Righteous Brothers' quieter half, including sites that deal with his sudden death, rich life, and amazing career. If you've ever loved the tenor/falsetto end of the Brothers' seamless vocal blend, you'll want to check out this combination eulogy and celebration.
The story of the Righteous Brothers' quieter half, including sites that deal with his sudden death, rich life, and amazing career. If you've ever loved the tenor/falsetto end of the Brothers' seamless vocal blend, you'll want to check out this combination eulogy and celebration.
The Phil Spector Mystery
As legendary pop producer Phil Spector awaits trial on murder charges, the world wonders if his past hasn't finally caught up with him. Spector now claims actress Lana Clarkson committed suicide. What are your thoughts? Stay tuned for more details as they come in, and be sure to leave your thoughts on the case in our forum!
As legendary pop producer Phil Spector awaits trial on murder charges, the world wonders if his past hasn't finally caught up with him. Spector now claims actress Lana Clarkson committed suicide. What are your thoughts? Stay tuned for more details as they come in, and be sure to leave your thoughts on the case in our forum!
oldiesmusic.com
This site, one of the finest oldies sites on the net, features a fine oldies news page, updated weekly. This link takes you right to the latest!
This site, one of the finest oldies sites on the net, features a fine oldies news page, updated weekly. This link takes you right to the latest!
WMJI-FM
This Cleveland oldies FM station links to all the latest oldies news, with pictures and headlines. Updated frequently.
This Cleveland oldies FM station links to all the latest oldies news, with pictures and headlines. Updated frequently.
ElvisNews.com
The first place to go for all your King-related news, including news on all those CD releases and re-releases. This site lets you comment on the news items at will!
The first place to go for all your King-related news, including news on all those CD releases and re-releases. This site lets you comment on the news items at will!
Abbeyrd's Beatles Page
The definitive Beatles news site, featuring not only daily updates but exclusive interviews and updates from inside sources. Outstanding!
The definitive Beatles news site, featuring not only daily updates but exclusive interviews and updates from inside sources. Outstanding!