Wednesday 10 September 2008

Aretha forced fans to break a sweat during New York gig

Washington (ANI): American singer Aretha Franklin forced her fans to break a sweat during her New York gig, for she feared that the air conditioner would destroy her sultry voice. Sources take in revealed that the 'Respect' singer feared that the coolant would wreck mayhem on her voice.

"Even Aretha's security measures was complaining about the heat in the railcar on the way to the concert," Contactmusic quoted a reference as expression. Meanwhile, DMI Records has announced that the 66-year-old singer's holiday album will be stunned October 14.

According to the record label, the collection will feature classical and modern-day holiday favourites, and songs infused with Aretha's earmark gospel, person, R&B.



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Sunday 31 August 2008

Invacare Corporation Launches Website Dedicated To Team Invacare Paralympians

�Invacare Corporation (NYSE: IVC) and Invacare Top End, the company's sports and recreation division, are lofty to establish an online feature dedicated to the Team Invacare athletes wHO are participating in the Paralympics in Beijing, China. It may be viewed at www.invacare.com/2008Paralympics. The Paralympics, held September 6 - 17, is the largest and most celebrated athletic competition in the populace for athletes with disabilities.


The internet site highlights racing, handcycling, tennis and basketball athletes. Viewers may click on their favorite outcome to register athlete bios and check out their best photos. Some of the athletes have picture files that are posted to the website - tune in to hear their stories about why they love sports, their favorite events and more than. The website also highlights Top End's cutting edge sports and recreation engineering - the chairs behindhand the athletes.


Representatives from Top End will be at the Paralympics, so the internet site will be updated regularly with medallion counts, news program and event information. Team Invacare athletes embody the "Yes, You Can" attitude that Invacare stands for. That determination combined with Top End "Technology that Wins" makes for an unbeatable combination.


Invacare Corporation (NYSE: IVC), headquartered in Elyria, Ohio, is the global drawing card in the manufacture and distribution of innovative home and long-run care medical products that promote recuperation and active lifestyles. The company has 5,900 associates and markets its products in 80 countries around the world.

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Thursday 21 August 2008

Queen Dedicate New Studio Album To Freddie Mercury

Queen receive dedicated their new studio album, their first in 13 long time, to their former frontman Freddie Mercury.


'The Cosmo Rocks' is the band's first base album to feature Mercury's replacement vocaliser Paul Rodgers, who takes shared credits on the project along with guitar player Roger May and Roger Taylor.


The album, which is released on September 15th, will be preceded by the single 'C-lebrity'.


Speaking about the sung, Taylor aforementioned: "�C-lebrity� is really a comment on the electric current concept of fame - success and all that goes with it.


�Getting your face on TV is enough - talent doesn't really embark into the equation. �Celebrity� is an overused and devalued word today. I think the song shows we throw lost none of the humour of Queen.�


The tracklist for 'The Cosmo Rocks' is:


'Cosmos Rockin''

'Time To Shine'

'Still Burnin''

'Small'

'Warboys'

'We Believe'

'Call Me'

'Voodoo'

'Some Things That Glitter'

'C-lebrity'

'Through The Night'

'Say It's Not True'

'Surf's Up . . . School's Out!'




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Monday 11 August 2008

Peter Forster

Peter Forster   
Artist: Peter Forster

   Genre(s): 
Other
   



Discography:


Sadhana   
 Sadhana

   Year: 1997   
Tracks: 12




 






Wednesday 6 August 2008

Testosterone Predominance Increases Prevalence Of Metabolic Syndrome During The Menopausal Transition

�As testosterone progressively dominates the hormonal milieu during the
menopausal transition, the prevalence of metabolic syndrome increases
according to a new sketch by researchers at Rush University Medical Center.
The study suggests this crataegus oxycantha be a pathway by which cardiovascular disease
increases during climacteric. The written report is published in the July 28 issue of
the Archives of Internal Medicine, unitary of the JAMA/Archives journals.




Cardiovascular disease is the primary cause of death in women in Western
countries. Women tend to develop the disease about 10 years later than men
with a pronounced increase through the menopausal years. Cardiovascular disease
is rare among women younger than 45 years, but women elder than 55 years ar
more potential than men to let cardiovascular disease.




Metabolic syndrome is a summary measure of authoritative cardiovascular disease
risk factors that ofttimes coexist. The syndrome is evident in 20% to 30%
of middle-aged women and has been joined to the development of
cardiovascular disease and diabetes.




The longitudinal, 9-year-study of 949 participants in the Study of Women's
Health Across the Nation (SWAN) shows that the incidence of metabolic
syndrome increased progressively from six long time before to six long time after
the final menstrual period, independent of ripening and other known
cardiovascular disease danger factors. The increase is steeper during the
menopausal transition compared to the post menopausal years.




"Menopause-related testosterone predomination appears to be implicated as a
key hormonal change that is associated with the incidence of metabolic
syndrome," said lead investigator Imke Janssen, PhD, assistant professor,
Department of Preventive Medicine at Rush University Medical Center.




It was previously thought that estrogen exerted a direct positive result on
cardiovascular disease danger in women, a benefit that was lost as women
transitioned from a premenopausal to a postmenopausal state and experienced
a loss of estrogen.




"Our study information shows that the change in oestrogen level is, at best, a fallible
and nonsignificant predictor of metabolic syndrome risk," aforesaid Janssen. "A
more potential story is that the progressive testosterone predominance exerts a
mastermind negative issue on cardiovascular risk."




The SWAN study is a multiethnic, community -based, longitudinal cohort study
of the natural history of the menopausal passage in o'er 3300 women
enrolled in seven sites throughout the United States.




http://www.rush.edu



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Thursday 19 June 2008

George Michael sounds off on gay marriage in US, says it's 'way overdue'








SAN DIEGO - George Michael is a most happy fellow these days: He's kicking off his first North American tour in 17 years and same-sex marriage has just been legalized in California.

"It's way overdue," the 44-year-old English pop star told The Associated Press. "It's something that happened ... almost without a whisper in England, but it was basically because we weren't that concerned about the word 'marriage."'

Michael, who is openly gay, said, "because this is a much more religious society, there are a huge number of people who want (their) unions to be part of something that they can place in their religion, so (marriage is) much more important here. I think that's why it's so long in arriving here, but I think it's fantastic, obviously."

Hundreds of gay and lesbian couples rushed to county clerks' offices throughout California this week to obtain marriage licenses and exchange vows as same-sex marriage became legal Monday afternoon.

The next day, Michael kicked off the multi-city "25 Live" tour at the San Diego Sports Arena.

Why so long between concerts here?

"The '90s were a bit of a disaster for me in so many ways. On a personal level, I don't think I could have toured. Also, I had some physical problems with my back that are now sorted and I just wasn't in the right state of mind," he told the AP.

Michael, who recently released his greatest-hits album, "Twenty Five," in the United States, has said this will be his last arena tour because he wants to lead a quieter life.

"I have got other interests than just making music. I would like to follow those interests through. You never know, in five years I might be back here begging you all to forgive me," he said. "But I really think I can do much more constructive work as an artist if I step out of this again."

Michael sang in the 1980s pop group Wham! before stepping out for a successful solo career. His hits include "Faith," "Father Figure" and "One More Try."

He has had several run-ins with the law, on charges ranging from drug possession to lewd conduct.

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http://www.georgemichael.com/










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Monday 9 June 2008

Bond's new film set to fly Virgin

James Bond loves Aston Martin cars and when it comes to even higher flying it now seems that Richard Branson's Virgin Atlantic is 007's airline of choice.
Virgin has announced that the airline will again feature in the new Bond film 'Quantum of Solace', starring Daniel Craig as 007.
"Virgin Atlantic and James Bond make a great partnership; slick, smooth and renowned the world over", said Branson.
The news follows the cameo appearance that Branson made in Craig's first outing as Bond in 'Casino Royale'. Virgin aircraft were also seen in that movie.
Virgin also announced that it would be a global partner for 'Quantum of Solace' and would be supporting the film's release with a series of promotional and marketing initiatives.
The Virgin Atlantic president added: "'Casino Royale' propelled Bond to greater success and we're certain that 'Quantum of Solace' will set an even higher standard."
Virgin's competitor British Airways cut out Branson and airbrushed the Virgin logo from the film when showing it on their in-flight entertainment system.
BA is later expected to comment on what their in-flight policy will be when the new Bond film comes out in November this year.
Visit our 'Quantum of Solace' photocall gallery here.

Wednesday 4 June 2008

Williams breaks silence on Heath Ledger death

Actress Michelle Williams has spoken publicly for the first time since the death of her former partner Heath Ledger saying "my heart is broken."
In a short statement: Williams said: "Please respect our need to grieve privately. My heart is broken."
The mother of Ledger's two-year-old daughter Matilda added: "I am the mother of the most tender-hearted, high-spirited, beautiful little girl who is the spitting image of her father. All that I can cling to is his presence inside her that reveals itself every day.
"His family and I watch Matilda as she whispers to trees, hugs animals, and takes steps two at a time, and we know that he is with us still. She will be brought up in the best memories of him."
Australian star Ledger died in New York last month at the age of 28. Results of the toxicology tests, which will determine the cause of his death, are expected in the coming days.

Wednesday 28 May 2008

Porcupine

Porcupine   
Artist: Porcupine

   Genre(s): 
New Age
   



Discography:


Look, But Don't Touch   
 Look, But Don't Touch

   Year: 1993   
Tracks: 9


Porcupine   
 Porcupine

   Year: 1991   
Tracks: 9




 





Blistered Earth

Tuesday 20 May 2008

Cressida

Cressida   
Artist: Cressida

   Genre(s): 
Trance
   Rock
   



Discography:


Soda - Flowjob-Promo CDS-2007-TGX   
 Soda - Flowjob-Promo CDS-2007-TGX

   Year: 2007   
Tracks: 2


Asylum   
 Asylum

   Year: 1971   
Tracks: 1


Cressida   
 Cressida

   Year: 1970   
Tracks: 1




 






Monday 5 May 2008

Lionel gushes about Nicole's new baby

Lionel gushes about Nicole's new baby



Vocalist Lionel Richie has spoken about how "happy and proud" he feels on the parentage of his newly granddaughter Harlean Carpenter Winter.
The singer's daughter Nicole is celebrating the birth of her first child with her rocker boyfriend Book of Joel Madden.
Her father said in a statement: "Patch it may accept me a moment to adjust to being called granddad, I am highly happy and proud of Nicole and Book of Joel."
He continued: "Jean Harlow Winter Kate Madden, the newest and to the highest degree beautiful addition to the Richie tribe, is a lucky little girl."
He added: "She was surrounded by a great carry on of love at that infirmary as she entered the macrocosm. Nicole and Book of Joel are departure to be wonderful parents."




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Tuesday 29 April 2008

Pink Anderson

Pink Anderson   
Artist: Pink Anderson

   Genre(s): 
Blues
   



Discography:


Carolina Blues Man, vol 1   
 Carolina Blues Man, vol 1

   Year:    
Tracks: 11




A good-natured finger-picking guitar player, Anderson played for around 30 eld as part of a practice of medicine show. He did make a couple of sides for Columbia in the late '20s with Simmie Dooley, but otherwise didn't record until a 1950 academic session, the results of which were issued on a Riverside LP that as well included tracks by Gary Davis. Anderson went on to make some albums on his own after the blues revivification commenced in the early '60s, establishing him as a nonaged only worthy advocator of the Pidemont school, versed in blues, ragtime, and sept songs. Anderson as well became an unusual footer in sway history when Syd Barrett, a young man in Cambridge, England, combined Pink's low gear call with the number one name of some other unnoticeable bluesman (Floyd Council) to diagnose his john Rock grouping, Pink Floyd, in the mid-'60s.






Gary Burton with Chick Corea

Gary Burton with Chick Corea   
Artist: Gary Burton with Chick Corea

   Genre(s): 
Jazz
   



Discography:


Crystal Silence   
 Crystal Silence

   Year: 1973   
Tracks: 9




 





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REM pay tribute to Heath Ledger

REM pay tribute to Heath Ledger



REM frontman Michael Stipe has paid an emotional tribute to Heathland Book by dedicating single of the actor's deary songs to him at a gig in TX.
Stipe dedicated their track 'Until the Day Is Done' to Daybook in front of a sold-out crowd at Stubb's Barbecue during their set at Austin, Texas' South By Southwest festival on Wednesday.
A visibly upset Stipe announced, "This is dedicated to Heath Daybook world Health Organization loved this song dynasty," in front shouting at the end, "Good-by Heath, we loved you!"
As well as Stipe's moving homage to Daybook, REM used the 90-minute arrange to preview songs from their forthcoming album 'Accelerate', which volition be released in Ireland at the end of this month.




Dave Davies

Winehouse quizzed by police over drug claim

Winehouse quizzed by police over drug claim



Vocalizer Amy Winehouse has been questioned in connection with a tV which allegedly showed her smoking crack cocaine, a constabulary reservoir said on Midweek.
A Scotland Yard spokesman said officers interviewed the 24-year-old in connection with an allegation of unlawful possession of a controlled drug.
He said she was not arrested, only was interviewed under forethought and inquiries were continuing.
Last calendar month footage obtained by the Sun newspaper appeared to show Winehouse inhaling exhaust fumes from a crack pipe.
The disturbing images were said to have been filmed during a party at Winehouse's Greater London home.
The singer is straight off in rehab, admitting herself to the clinic in north Jack London on 24 Jan years after the video recording appeared.
On 4 February the singer took a break from her treatment to implement for a US visa so she could give ear the Grammys in Los Angeles on 10 Feb, where she is nominated for sestet awards.
The covering work will non be simple due to her drugs record. Last October she was arrested and fined in Kingdom of Norway for monomania of hemp.