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Concert For Kampuchea
''The Concert for Kampuchea (subtitled "Rock for Kampuchea")'' is a musical film from the best of the Concerts for the People of Kampuchea. The film was directed by Keith McMillan and was 4 nights of concerts in Hammersmith Odeon to raise money for Cambodia. The event was organized by Paul McCartney and Kurt Waldheim (who was then Secretary-General of the U.N.), and it involved well-established artists such as McCartney, The Who and Queen as well as younger punk and new wave acts like The Clash and The Pretenders. The film finishes with the presentation of Wings' Rockestra (more of 25 musicians playing together). Filmed in 1979, ''Concert for Kampuchea'' did not receive American theatrical distribution until it was picked up by Miramax in 1988. [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wings (band)
Paul McCartney and Wings, often billed simply as Wings, was a British-American rock band formed in 1971 in London by former Beatle Paul McCartney; his wife Linda McCartney on keyboards; session drummer Denny Seiwell; and former Moody Blues guitarist Denny Laine. They were noted for their commercial successes, musical eclecticism, and frequent personnel changes. They went through three lead guitarists and four drummers. The core trio of the McCartneys and Laine, however, remained intact throughout the group's existence. Created following the McCartneys' 1971 album '' Ram'', the band's first two albums, '' Wild Life'' (1971) and ''Red Rose Speedway'' (1973) (the latter featuring guitarist Henry McCullough), were viewed as artistic disappointments beside Paul's work with the Beatles. After the release of the title track of the James Bond film '' Live and Let Die'', McCullough and Seiwell resigned from the band. The McCartneys and Laine then released 1973's '' Band on the Ru ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Miramax
Miramax, LLC, formerly known as Miramax Films, is an American independent film and television production and distribution company owned by beIN Media Group and Paramount Global. Based in Los Angeles, California, it was founded on December 19, 1979, by brothers Harvey and Bob Weinstein. Miramax was a leading producer and distributor of independent films until it was acquired by The Walt Disney Company on June 30, 1993. In 2010, Disney sold Miramax to Filmyard Holdings, a joint venture of Colony NorthStar, Tutor-Saliba Corporation and Qatar Investment Authority. In March 2016, Miramax was sold to the beIN Media Group, which later sold a 49% stake to Paramount Global (previously known as ViacomCBS) on April 3, 2020. History Independent era (1979–1993) Miramax was founded as Miramax Films by the Weinstein brothers, Harvey and Bob along with executive Corky Burger in Buffalo, New York, in 1979, and was named by combining the first names of their parents, Miriam and Max. It ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Behind Blue Eyes
"Behind Blue Eyes" is a song by the English rock band the Who. It is the second single from the band's fifth album, ''Who's Next'' (1971), and was originally written by Pete Townshend for his '' Lifehouse'' project. The song is one of the Who's best-known recordings and has been covered by many artists, including Limp Bizkit. The single entered the US ''Billboard'' Charts on 6 November 1971, reaching No. 34. Background "Behind Blue Eyes" originated after a Tommy Tour concert in Denver, on 9 June 1970. Following the performance, Townshend became tempted by a female groupie, but he instead went back to his room alone, possibly as a result of the teachings of his spiritual leader, Meher Baba. Upon reaching his room, he began writing a prayer, the first words being "When my fist clenches, crack it open..." These words later appeared as lyrics in the "climactic rocking section" of "Behind Blue Eyes." When "Behind Blue Eyes" was to be released as part of the aborted ''Lifehouse'' proj ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sister Disco
"Sister Disco" is the fourth track from the Who's eighth studio album ''Who Are You'' (1978). It was written by Pete Townshend. Background "Sister Disco" features complicated synthesizer tracks that are the result of hours Pete Townshend spent programming an ARP 2500 synthesizer. Pete Townshend has claimed that the song was written as a statement that the Who would never use disco elements in their music. A music video for "Sister Disco" was also produced. The video was the 81st video ever shown on MTV. It was a concert clip taken from the Concert for the People of Kampuchea. Lyrics "Sister Disco" seems to mourn the death of disco, although it could be construed to be a criticism of it. However, the lyrics have been regarded by many, including Roger, as confusing. Critical reception Like the rest of ''Who Are You'', "Sister Disco" received mixed reception. Authors Alan G. Parker and Steve Grantley said that the song was "neither a meaningful lyric nor a memorabl ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Blockheads
The Blockheads are an English rock music, rock band formed in London in 1977. Originally fronted by lead singer Ian Dury as Ian Dury and the Blockheads or Ian and the Blockheads, the band has continued to perform since Dury's death in 2000. members included Chaz Jankel (guitar and keyboards), Nathan King (musician), Nathan King (bass), Mick Gallagher (keyboards and piano), John Turnbull (musician), John Turnbull (vocals and guitar), John Roberts (drums), and Mike Bennett (writer), Mike Bennett (lead vocals). There is a rolling line-up of saxophonists that includes Gilad Atzmon, Terry Edwards, Dave Lewis, and from time to time, the original sax player, Davey Payne. Between 2000 and 2022, the band's lead vocalist and main lyricist was Derek Hussey. The band may be best known for their hit singles, recorded with Dury, "What a Waste", "Hit Me with Your Rhythm Stick", "Reasons to Be Cheerful, Part 3", and "Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll". History Formation and early years In 1974, Ra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Little Sister (Elvis Presley Song)
"Little Sister" is a rock and roll song written by Doc Pomus and Mort Shuman. It was originally released as a single in 1961 by American singer Elvis Presley, who enjoyed a No. 5 hit with it on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. The single (as a double A-side with "(Marie's the Name) His Latest Flame") also reached No. 1 in the UK Singles Chart. Lead guitar was played by Hank Garland and the rhythm guitar was played by Scotty Moore with backing vocals by the Jordanaires featuring the distinctive bass voice of Ray Walker. Presley performs it as part of a medley with " Get Back" in the 1970 rockumentary film '' Elvis: That's the Way It Is''. "Little Sister" would later be covered by such artists as Dwight Yoakam, Robert Plant, The Nighthawks and Pearl Jam. A version by Ry Cooder, from his album '' Bop Till You Drop'', was a number-one hit in New Zealand. An answer song to "Little Sister" with the same melody but different lyrics was recorded and released under the title "Hey, Memp ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Coming Up (song)
"Coming Up" is a song written and performed by the English rock musician Paul McCartney, released as the opening track on his second solo studio album ''McCartney II'' (1980). Like other songs on the album, the song has a synthesised sound, featuring sped-up vocals created by using a vari-speed tape machine. McCartney played all instruments. The single was a hit in the UK, peaking at number 2 on the Singles Chart. In the United States and Canada, the live version of the song performed by Paul McCartney and Wings in Glasgow the year prior (released as the B-side to the single) saw greater success and reached number one in both countries. Background In a ''Rolling Stone'' interview, McCartney explained how the song came about: John Lennon, who was in the Beatles with McCartney, described "Coming Up" as "a good piece of work", and it prompted him to return to recording in 1980. Lennon later stated his preference for the studio version over the live version that was released as a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Arrow Through Me
"Arrow Through Me" is a song by the British–American rock band Wings, released on their 1979 album ''Back to the Egg''. Background "Arrow Through Me", unlike most songs on ''Back to the Egg'', is more pop-oriented than rock-oriented. ''Ultimate Classic Rock'' contributor Nick DeRiso compared the keyboard bass line to those of Stevie Wonder and also praised the "inventive undulating polyrhythm" played by drummer Steve Holley. DeRiso rated "Arrow Through Me" to be Wings' 8th greatest song. ''Billboard'' described it as "a light and bouncy midtempo tune with sparse orchestration." ''Cash Box'' called the song "a slightly quirky tune" and said that the instrumentation creates a "somber but light backing for the pleading vocals. ''Record World'' called it a "unique and throroghly refreshing McCartney effort" whose rhythm "struts while the keyboards ring and bold horn charts inject energy." Personnel *Paul McCartney – vocals, keyboard bass, electric piano, clavinet *Steve Holl ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Every Night (Paul McCartney Song)
"Every Night" is a song by the English musician Paul McCartney, released on his debut solo album '' McCartney'' in April 1970. He wrote the song while he was on holiday in Greece, and recorded it at EMI Studios in London on February 22, 1970. McCartney first performed it live on 23 November 1979 in Liverpool. Lyrics and music The lyrics of "Every Night" reflect the difficult situation McCartney was dealing with at the time the song was written, which was in light of the imminent breakup of the Beatles; the words do, however, convey some optimism for the future. According to James McGrath, the last line, "But tonight I just wanna stay in / And be with you," is the key to the song, in that it "quietly challenges the uneasy relationship between rock and domesticity." McGrath points out that Bob Dylan's song from the previous year, " Tonight I'll Be Staying Here with You," ended on a similar note. The vocalized bridge begins with the same melody that begins McCartney's Beatles song, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Getting Closer (song)
"Getting Closer" is a rock song from the British rock band Wings, Paul McCartney's post-Beatles band. The song was released on the album ''Back to the Egg''. Background Despite being released in 1979, McCartney was working on "Getting Closer" as early as May 1973, with its first demo recording being made then by actor Dustin Hoffman on holiday in Montego Bay, Jamaica. In 1974, McCartney made a piano demo for the song. Upon being resurrected by the band for ''Back to the Egg'', the song, originally at a slower tempo, was transformed into a "driving rocker." Like most of the songs off of ''Back to the Egg'', "Getting Closer" bears an influence from punk and new wave music. Author and ''Mojo'' contributor Tom Doyle describes Wings' version as "power-popping" and reminiscent of the English band Squeeze.Doyle, p. 174 Juber said of the guitars used in the song: "I think I played my Martin D28 on the rhythm track and some Les Paul Custom (the one in the video) for the electric." Rel ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Got To Get You Into My Life
"Got to Get You into My Life" is a song by the English rock band the Beatles, first released in 1966 on their album ''Revolver''. It was written by Paul McCartney and credited to Lennon–McCartney. The song is a homage to the Motown Sound, with colourful brass instrumentation and lyrics that suggest a psychedelic experience. "It's actually an ode to pot," McCartney explained. A cover version by Cliff Bennett and the Rebel Rousers, produced by McCartney, peaked at number six in 1966 in the UK. The original Beatles version was issued in several countries as a single from the '' Rock 'n' Roll Music'' compilation album in 1976, six years after the Beatles disbanded, and reached number one in Canada. Another cover version by Earth, Wind & Fire from the ''Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band'' film soundtrack peaked at number nine in the US in 1978. Composition and recording Though officially credited to Lennon–McCartney, McCartney was primarily responsible for the writing o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Wait (The Pretenders Song)
The Wait may refer to: Music * ''The Wait'' (ZOX album), a 2006 album by Zox * ''The Wait'' (EP), a 2011 EP by Jessica Poland * ''The Wait'' (Tebey album), a 2012 album by Tebey * ''The Wait'' (Phase album), a 2014 album by Phase * ''The Wait'' (Vika and Linda album), a 2021 album by Vika and Linda *"The Wait", a song by The Pretenders from their 1979 album ''The Pretenders'' * "The Wait" (song), a 1980 song by Killing Joke *"The Wait", a song by The American Analog Set from their 1999 album '' The Golden Band'' *"The Wait", a song by Built to Spill from their 2006 album '' You in Reverse'' Other * ''The Wait'' (2013 film), an American film by M. Blash * ''The Wait'' (2015 film), an Italian film * ''The Wait'' (2021 film), a Nigerian film * "The Wait" (short story), a 1950 short story by Argentine writer Jorge Luis Borges * The Wait (TV series), a 2006 Syrian drama TV series See also * Worth the Wait (other) * * "The Weight "The Weight" is a song by the Canadian-A ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
