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Michael Nesmith talks about his solo tour and inspirations
Once pegged as "the smart Monkee," singer, songwriter and guitarist Michael Nesmith is now embarking on his first U.S. solo tour in more than two decades. Nesmith shot to fame after "The Monkees" series premiered in 1966, and though he recently reunited...
Tags: Bo Diddley, 2 (movie), Entertainment, The Monkees (tv program), Elton John
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Jimmy O'Neill dies at 73; L.A. deejay hosted TV's 'Shindig!'
Jimmy O'Neill, an Oklahoman barely out of his teens when he became Los Angeles' top-rated radio deejay and only 24 when he catapulted to national celebrity as the host of "Shindig!," one of the earliest rock 'n' roll shows on prime-time television, died...
Tags: Dick Clark, Entertainment, Heart Problems, Chuck Berry, Teri Garr
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Ravi Shankar got by with a little help from his friends
Among the items the Grammy Museum included in its George Harrison “Living in the Material World” exhibit that opened about this time last year was a letter the ex-Beatle received following the all-star Concert for Bangladesh fundraiser he...
Tags: Woodstock Festival (1969), Entertainment, Music Theater, Martin Scorsese, Ringo Starr
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Rush, Randy Newman, Donna Summer among 2013 Rock Hall inductees
Check the thermostat in hell -- it appears to have dropped below 32 degrees: Long-snubbed Canadian progressive-rock trio Rush will at long last be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame next year, along with Randy Newman, Public Enemy, Donna...
Tags: Voting, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Randy Newman, Lou Adler, Deep Purple (music group)
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John Fullbright: Folk-rock straight outta Okemah
Pop & HissSinger-songwriter John Fullbright is releasing his debut studio album, "From the Ground Up," on May 8. John Fullbright comes from Okemah, Okla., the birthplace of American folk-music icon Woody Guthrie.... -
Producers Guild announces documentary nominations
24 FramesThe Producers Guild of America announces the documentary theatrical motion picture nominees that have advanced in the voting process for the 23rd annual Producers Guild of America Awards. They include "Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called... -
'The X Factor' recap: The top 5 tackle dance songs -- and a twist
Show TrackerA recap of 'The X Factor' in which the top 5 sing dance hits and songs of their own choosing, and Chris Rene performs an original song.... -
TV THIS WEEK: Jan. 29 - Feb. 4
Show TrackerClick here to download TV listings for the week of Jan. 29 - Feb. 4 in PDF format TV listings for the week of Jan. 29 - Feb. 4 in PDF format are also available at latimes.com/entertainment/news/tv Weekly TV Listings...... -
'Smash' recap episode 5: What would Marilyn do?
Show TrackerOk, “Smash,” we get it. Marilyn Monroe was a sultry slinky sex kitten who was eaten alive by her own deep insecurities, and Ivy Lynn and Karen are asking themselves "What would Marilyn do?" in the 5 episode recap of "Smash."... -
'American Idol': Heejun Han says he'd rather watch 'The Voice'
Show TrackerHeejun Han is "American Idol's" latest cast-off, but he's also mouthing off in ways that can't be making "American Idol's" bosses happy. Heejun Han gave an interview to "The Insider" where he praised "The Voice" and said guest mentor Sean "Diddy" Combs... -
'American Idol' lost a winning voice in Heejun Han
Pop & HissHopefully the young'uns weren't watching "American Idol" last night. The show sent the wrong message to today's youth: Have a little personality, and you're out. "American Idol" voters last night sent home Heejun Han, whose genuine goofball image made him... -
Live: Elton John's 'The Million Dollar Piano' at Caesars Palace
Pop & HissElton John premiered his "The Million Dollar Piano" show at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas on Wednesday night. Times pop critic Randall Roberts reviews....
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