Diamond Rings In The Holidays With Christmas AlbumOctober 4th, 2009 NEIL DIAMOND has joined the race for a festive Christmas number one album after announcing plans to release a CD of holiday tunes. His A Cherry Cherry Christmas will feature a cover of Adam Sandler's The Chanukah Song, which has been produced by Guns n' Roses guitarist DJ Ashba.
Neil Diamond turns to fencing medal for luck!September 23rd, 2009 LONDON - Singer Neil Diamond has revealed that he turns to a fencing medal he won as a teenager for luck. The 68-year-old star said the swordfighting prize he won as a high school student works as his lucky charm.
Cincinnati Pops Conductor Kunzel DiesSeptember 2nd, 2009 Cincinnati Pops Orchestra conductor ERICH KUNZEL has died, aged 74. The award-winning conductor lost his battle with liver, colon and pancreatic cancer on Tuesday (01Sep09).
Erich Kunzel, award-winning conductor of Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, dies at 74September 1st, 2009 Erich Kunzel, Cincinnati Pops director, dies at 74CINCINNATI — Erich Kunzel, the award-winning conductor who headed the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra since it was founded three decades ago and who won international fame through sales of more than 10 million recordings, has died at age 74. Kunzel was diagnosed with liver, colon and pancreatic cancer in April but continued conducting while undergoing treatment.
Yo-Yo Ma, Placido Domingo, Boston cardinal to play prominent roles at Kennedy funeralAugust 28th, 2009 Yo-Yo Ma, Domingo to perform at Kennedy funeralBOSTON — Cellist Yo-Yo Ma and tenor Placido Domingo will perform at the funeral Mass for Sen. Edward Kennedy.
Neil Young named 2010 person of the year by MusiCares FoundationAugust 12th, 2009 Neil Young named MusiCares person of the yearLOS ANGELES — Neil Young has been named the 2010 MusiCares person of the year. Neil Portnow, president of the MusiCares Foundation and The Recording Academy, named the 63-year-old Young on Tuesday as the honoree for his "standard of artistic integrity and iconoclastic creativity for more than four decades."
Young will be saluted at a dinner and concert in Los Angeles on Jan.
Neil Diamond brings a 'Hot August Night' concert to network TV, DVDAugust 12th, 2009 Neil Diamond brings his show to DVD, network TVLOS ANGELES — Neil Diamond is so excited about his two latest projects, it's like he has twins on the way. They're due Friday, when Diamond's concert DVD, "Hot August Night/NYC," lands in Walmart stores and a companion hourlong TV special airs on CBS.
Farm Aid benefit concert will be in suburban St. LouisJuly 16th, 2009 Farm Aid to hold concert in suburban St. LouisST. LOUIS — Farm Aid, the longest-running benefit concert in the U.S., will be Oct.
'Biggest and best' fireworks show promised in NYC as Independence Day celebrated around USJuly 5th, 2009 In NYC, biggest fireworks show in US set to beginNEW YORK — The Fourth of July weekend is shaping up as a celebration for Americans watching fireworks around the country — and for three elephants and a turtle. In Key West, Fla., an ailing sea turtle that was rescued before Inauguration Day and named after President Barack Obama was set free on Independence Day.
President Obama celebrates Independence Day, daughter Malia's 11th birthday on SaturdayJuly 4th, 2009 Obama to mark July 4, daughter's birthday SaturdayWASHINGTON — With a fireworks show and a picnic at the White House, President Barack Obama leads the nation in observing Independence Day. Saturday is also his daughter Malia's 11th birthday.
Madonna to pay tribute to Michael Jackson in concert at same arena where he was to performJuly 3rd, 2009 Madonna to pay tribute to Jackson in concertLOS ANGELES — Madonna is paying tribute to Michael Jackson in the same arena where he was to stage his great comeback. The superstar is preparing a special part of her concert Saturday at O2 arena.
Must-see fireworks: From Vegas to Rushmore to Cape CodJune 22nd, 2009 Must-see fireworks: Vegas to Rushmore to Cape CodNEW YORK — The recession has forced the cancellation of fireworks displays in a number of places around the country like Blue Springs, Mo., and Mesa, Ariz. But many of the biggest and best-known displays will be nearly as spectacular as ever.
Buzz Aldrin marks 40th anniversary of moonwalk with Boston Pops celebrationJune 11th, 2009 Aldrin marks moon trip anniversary with the PopsBOSTON — Buzz Aldrin walked on the moon 40 years ago. Now he's celebrating with some moon tunes performed by the Boston Pops.
Paul McCartney to perform at New York Mets' new Citi Field in July; first music concert thereJune 3rd, 2009 McCartney to sing at New York Mets stadium in JulyNEW YORK — The New York Mets are inviting an old friend to play at their new stadium. But not just any old friend — Sir Paul McCartney.
Hudson River to be scene of Macy's July 4 fireworks 400 years after Henry Hudson's NY voyageMay 5th, 2009 Hudson River to be site of Macy's July 4 fireworksNEW YORK — One of the nation's largest July Fourth fireworks shows will be held on the Hudson River this year to celebrate the 400th anniversary of English explorer Henry Hudson's voyage to New York. The Macy's extravaganza usually is held on the East River and can be seen from Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens.
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