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THESE BOOTS ARE WALKING AGAIN...NEW NANCY SINATRA ALBUM FEATURES ALL-STAR SUPPORT 
Nancy Sinatra collaborates with a series of talented performers to create her forthcoming self-titled album, NANCY SINATRA, which pairs the music icon with an eclectic group of artists who admire, or feel they were influenced by, her work.
The first single 'Let Me Kiss You' a Morrissey penned tune, is scheduled for a September 2004 worldwide release on the ATTACK label, through Sanctuary Records. This single marks the first joint effort for Nancy and Morrissey, who are friends and mutual fans. Nancy’s sensitive interpretation blends beautifully with Morrissey’s haunting backing vocals.
According to Sinatra, 'this song is singularly Morrissey, and I was more than excited to sing it with and for him.'
Pulp’s Jarvis Cocker has contributed two songs to the project and plays with a backing ensemble that includes former Smithereens Dennis Diken on drums, Sonic Youth’s Jim O’Rourke on bass and Richard Hawley on guitar. 'Both of Jarvis’ songs are very Nancy,' says Sinatra. “We just had a ball recording them with what was a great band!
'Richard, who travelled with Jarvis from the UK for the sessions, is an incredibly gifted guitarist.'
'Ain’t No Easy Way', a classic song from Nancy’s extensive catalogue of work becomes explosive with the addition of Jon Spencer’s howling vocals and blues guitar. '
I love performing with Jon. His energy is palpable on stage.'
U2’s Bono and The Edge have provided "Two Shots of Happy, One Shot of Sad," originally written for Nancy’s father Frank, here delivered solo by Nancy.
'It’s a little difficult emotionally because this is about Dad, but it’s a bang-on description of him.'
With singer/songwriter Pete Yorn, Nancy has cut the track 'Don't Mean Nothing,' written by Yorn. Coincidentally, this recording pairs two New Jersey born artists. 'Pete gave me three songs to pick from and that wasn’t easy to do! All of them were funky and interesting musically. I think we chose the best one for the two of us to perform. Besides, the title is connected to my Vietnam Veterans who often say those very words.'
'Thurston Moore of Sonic Youth wrote ‘Momma’s Boy’ for me and it is one of the best in the album; kind of spooky and dark. Steve Van Zandt’s ‘Baby Please Don’t Go’ turned out to be a rocker, and I think it’s one of his best ever. Calexico’s ‘Burnin’ Down the Spark’ is classic Nancy. Joey Burns and company captured the essence completely with their beautiful track.'
KATIE MELUA ANNOUNCES FINAL UK SHOWS OF 2004
Since the UK release of her debut album 'Call Off The Search' last autumn, Katie Melua has gone from being an unknown musician signed to a small independent label to being the most successful artist in Britain this year with the album selling more than 1.3 million copies and sitting at number 1 for six weeks.
Following on from her debut UK sell out tour earlier this year and UK and Irish festival appearances this summer, Katie Melua today announced a further 10 date tour of the UK and Ireland as part of her 'Call Off The Search' World Tour.
Her final UK dates of 2004 will start in Glasgow on October 11th before heading to Katie's former hometown of Belfast, visiting Cardiff, Blackpool, Birmingham, Plymouth, Brighton, London, Bournemouth and ending in Ipswich on October 24th. Tickets go on sale on Friday 30th July at 9am.
In addition to favourites from 'Call Off The Search', such as the singles 'Closest Thing To Crazy' and 'Crawling Up A Hill', we can expect to hear songs from her second album, which is planned for release in 2005.
Katie will spend the Autumn touring Australasia, the Far East and Europe in support of her debut album on which her distinctive, pitch perfect voice weaves its way seemingly effortlessly through a range of blues, folk and jazz that is striking a chord internationally - the success story continues overseas with top 10 album chart positions in Europe, Australia and South Africa and rave reviews in America.
Katie: "When you are on the road with a band there is a bonding process that makes for a great personal atmosphere but which also leads to a musical tightness and energy which is reflected in the show that you do. I really feel the band and I have got to this stage and we just love playing. The American tour was fantastic because we were often playing to people who didn't know much about us, which is always a challenge. We've had a great time playing festivals in the UK throughout the summer and I'm really looking forward to the UK tour in October."
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WILLIE & THE POOR BOYS MUSIC DVD FOR SEPTEMBER RELEASE
Do you know of a film on a band that features Bill Wyman, Ron Wood and Charlie Watts (It’s not the Rolling Stones)? Also features Kenney Jones and John Entwistle (and it’s not The Who) ? Also features Ringo Starr (no - its not the Beatles) plus a few other ‘less well known’ artists such as Andy Fairweather-Low, Chris Rea, and Raf Ravenscroft (remember the Saxophone solo in Baker Street?).Don’t know?
Well, it’s Willie and the Poor Boys!
Classic Pictures announce the release of 'Willie & The Poor Boys' for the first time ever on DVD!
This band in concert was filmed in a 50’s style Rock ‘n’ Roll show at the Fulham Town Hall, London, UK in 1985 and was a concept based on an original idea by Bill Wyman which continued the charity fundraising for the Ronnie Lane Appeal for A.R.M.S. (Action for Research into Multiple Sclerosis) that began with series of concert in 1983.
"The one thing that we found with the video shoot was that everyone went in there with great spirits and really went out to have a good time," said Bill Wyman during ‘The Making Of’.
This film has been unearthed by Classic Pictures from Bill Wyman’s personal vault and will be a 'Must Have' for any collector of Classic Rock.
Wyman added - 'The word that seemed to permeate the surroundings on the shoot for 2 days was fun - everyone wanted to have fun!'
Tracks include Chicken Shack Boogie, Baby Please Don’t Go, You Never Can Tell, Let’s Talk It Over, Poor Boy Boogie, Saturday Night, All Night Long, These Arms Of Mine, Can You Hear Me
Special features include a documentary on the Making of ‘Willie & the Poor Boys’, a 30 minute behind the scenes ‘Making Of’ feature narrated by Bill Wyman.
There are also interviews with Kenney Jones (Small Faces/Faces/The Who), Ringo Starr (Beatles), Gary Brooker (Procol Harum), John Entwistle (The Who), Ronnie Wood (Faces/Rolling Stones), Bill Wyman and many more.
DVD & CD RELEASE FROM BOZ SCAGGS
October 4, 2004 is a red letter day for Boz Scaggs fans, with the simulatenous
release of "Boz Scaggs - Greatest Hits Live" on DVD and CD. The 1-disc DVD is
released by Coming Home Studios, whilst the 2-Disc CD is released by Mailboat
Records.
The DVD and CD releases are a captivating live document of the Grammy Award
winning artist Boz Scaggs and his 8-piece band, as they performed a rare live
concert at the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco on August 27, 2003.
Originally dubbed as "The Essential Tour," Scaggs performed the best known
songs of his career, including the 'Silk Degrees' album hits 'Lowdown' and
'Lido Shuffle', plus 'Slow Dancer', 'Look What You've Done To Me', 'Miss Sun',
'Jo Jo', and 'Heart Of Mine'.
With seventeen songs, spanning several landmark albums, this is essential
Boz Scaggs live on DVD and CD. The DVD includes a 14 minute plus
behind-the-scenes documentary, photo gallery and a bonus jazz performance track
of 'Harbour Lights'.
Gene Simmons' DVD out in August
SPEAKING IN TONGUES chronicles GENE SIMMONS' first ever, no holds barred "lecture tour" of Australia, shocking and tantalizing his audiences by speaking his mind on his favorite topics - Money, Success, Fame, KISS & of course - Women!
Other highlights from SPEAKING IN TONGUES include a fascinating in-depth look at one of rock 'n roll's most legendary icon's private life including his home, his family and his various business dealings.
Additionally, the DVD & CD includes for the first time anywhere, over ten unheard and never-before-released Gene Simmons songs from the seventies through the nineties.
Competition
5.1 mix by Todd Rundgren for DVD-Audio release of 'Liars' in October
Silverline release a 5.1 surround sound Dolby mix of the acclaimed album 'Liars' on 4 October.
The disc, which features on-screen lyrics and weblinks, has been remixed by Todd Rundgren himself.
Angel Air release mid-price DVDs in August
Classic rock specialists Angel Air are reissuing their DVD titles at mid-price from August 2.
All DVD prices are reduced from £10.99 (ROW £12.99) for all titles including NTSC formats.
In September, the label releases 'I'd Rather Go Live' featuring Stan Webb's Chicken Shack in concert
including band history and interviews.
The label's most recent DVD release is a compilation featuring classic tracks from their growing catalogue, including live concert footage
of Culture Club, Ian Gillan Band and Medicine Head amongst others.
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EMI reissues Marillion vids on DVD in August
'Brave' is a 50-minute concept film directed by cult movie director Richard Stanley. The DVD includes a 30 minute documentary
about the making of 'Brave' with behind-the-scenes-footage.
'Live From Loreley' was recorded on 18 July 1987 in front of 18,000 fans. This Fish-era Marillion concert includes fourteen of
their epic hits including 'Assassing','Script For A jester's Tear' and 'Kayleigh'.
Both DVDs are released on 16 AugustReviews
Rare Mitch Malloy acoustic gig
MITCH MALLOY will be playing Stripes Bar, Brentford FC as the ONLY
south east date on his September UK acoustic tour. It's on Monday
September 13th.
It's £7 a ticket and promises to be a rare chance to catch this
supremely talented vocalist close-up.
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Queensryche DVD release in July
Sanctuary Visual Entertainment announce the 12 July 2004 DVD release of 'The Art Of Live', from progressive metal super band, Queensrÿche.
The Art Of Live captures an extraordinary live performance from the Seattle rockers, and was filmed during the 'Tribe' studio album tour of the U.S., back in Summer 2003.
Queensrÿche co-headlined this tour with Berklee-bred quintet and fellow progressive metal superstars, Dream Theater.
The Art Of Live comes equipped with a bounty of bonus extras, including an 'On the road' travel documentary shot by the band members themselves,
exclusive backstage footage and a Queensrÿche 'Tribe' tour photo gallery.DVD review
IQ dates in the autumn
The prog rockers play some gigs in October/November promoting their latest album 'Dark Matter'.
They play The Mets Art Centre, Bury, Lancs (2 October), ProgsFest Festival, Olympiad Leisure Centre, Chippenham, Wilts (30), Robin 2, Bilston, West Mids (6 November),
Classic Rock Society Awards, Oakwood Centre, Rotherham, S.Yorks (27), Mean Fiddler, London (11 December).
Album review
Forthcoming gigs at Stripes Bar, Brentford FC
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