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Disc jockey (LP Cover Lover)

Sat, 05 Jul 2008 03:40:23 GMT

Columbia Records compilation from Brazil “As 14 Mais” Volume 7.

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The world's first album cover was designed by Alex Steinweiss... (kottke)

jason@kottke.org — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 21:27:59 GMT

The world's first album cover was designed by Alex Steinweiss for Columbia Records in 1938. Before that, records were sold in generic sleeves. (via quipsologies ) ( link )

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Columbia's 30th Street Studio Revisited (Gothamist)

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 22:10:05 GMT

The Morrison Hotel Gallery (Soho loft) has announced their latest upcoming exhibit, opening later this month on July 18th. The installation will explore the history of Columbia Records 30th Street Studio through photographs. The space, which was converted from an Armenian church, is where Dylan recorded Highway 61 , Miles made Kind of Blue , and Leonard Bernstein created West Side Story...

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Fady Maalouf 'Blessed' Video (Popdirt.com)

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 12:10:58 GMT

'Deutschland sucht den Superstar' season five runner-up Fady Maalouf is out with the video to his debut single 'Blessed', released July 4th in Germany on Columbia Records. Watch it below the fold.

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NEW MUSIC: Raphael Saadiq - 100 Yard Dash (snippet) (Concrete Loop)

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 14:26:09 GMT

♫ Raphael Saadiq - 100 Yard Dash (snippet) ♫ Raphael Saadiq recently released a new snippet from his upcoming Columbia Records release. The song is entitled, 100 Yard Dash and definitely has a 60s feel to it. Peep it above. Shout out to Dope Joints for sending this one over. www.myspace.com/raphaelsaadiq1

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The Secret Weapon (the central shaft)

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 11:12:00 GMT

Al Kooper left Blood Sweat and Tears in 1968 after just one album, CHILD IS FATHER TO THE MAN, taking a job with the Columbia Records A&R department. Here he began recording albums; first with Mike Bloomfield (the top-ten SUPER SESSION), then Shuggie Otis, and his own solo debut, I STAND ALONE. He continued to do session work, adding his keyboards to records by The Rolling Stones...

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Review: Wild Sweet Orange - Whale EP (Can You See the Sunset from the Southside?)

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 03:41:17 GMT

Wild Sweet Orange combines radio-friendly Brit-rock hooks and simple slightly Southern indie-folk leanings on their Whale EP; a five-song introduction and (presumably) a lil’ teaser for the band’s upcoming Columbia Records full-length. The band has toured with Augustana and has been featured on Grey’s Anatomy so none of their success should be a huge surprise, but (surprisingly) the...

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This day in music ... June 21 (Radio Dupree)

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 13:12:00 GMT

Found this: Today in music - June 21 1732 - Composer Johann Christoph Friedrich Bach was born. 1941 - Wayne King and his orchestra recorded “Time Was” with Buddy Clark. 1948 - Columbia Records began the first mass production of the 33 1/3 RPM LP. 1952 - Fats Domino’s “Goin’ Home” became his first #1 hit. 1955 - Johnny Cash’s first single, “Cry Cry Cry,” was released. 1975 - Ritchie Blackmore...

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Omarion Signed With Mosley Music Group (Aceshowbiz.com)

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 05:02:59 GMT

The R 'n' B singer reportedly has found a new record label after his dismissal from Columbia Records as he has signed with Timbaland 's record company.

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Reissue Desires: Woody III (The Allmusic Blog)

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 20:30:00 GMT

The story goes that upon trumpeter Miles Davis‘ suggestion that they should record Woody Shaw, Columbia Records went a step further and signed the then 33-year-old trumpeter. By the mid ’70s, Shaw was already a well-respected firebrand on the post-bop jazz scene, and along with Freddie Hubbard a leading innovator on the instrument. However, things [...]

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Joshua Radin Hits The Road July 15 (Starpulse News)

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 21:08:00 GMT

Joshua Radin will return to the road this summer starting July 15, for a six-week headlining tour, with Vanessa Carlton as support, to preview new material from his anticipated forthcoming sophomore release on Columbia Records.[...] Read more!

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Columbia Records to Release 'David Gilmour Live In Gdansk' -- Double Live Album and Concert DVD (PR News Wire )

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 16:21:00 GMT

Available On September 16, 2008 Featuring Pink Floyd Songs Never Previously Performed Live with Orchestra NEW YORK, June 18 /PRNewswire/ -- David Gilmour Live In Gdansk' is a double live album plus concert DVD being released on September 16, 2008 on Columbia Records. 'David Gilmour Live In Gdansk,' the first solo live album from Pink Floyd's singer / guitarist, captures the magic of...

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The Ting Tings 'Shut Up And Let Me Go' Video & Making Of (Popdirt.com)

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 08:08:19 GMT

The Ting Tings are out with the video to their new single 'Shut Up And Let Me Go', from the British indie pop duo's debut album 'We Started Nothing', out now on Columbia Records. Watch the video and a making of clip below the fold.

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Wed, 18 Jun 2008 05:30:00 GMT

despite, or perhaps thanks to the fact that the lead singer's younger sister is Miley Cyrus , Metro Station is one of this year's freshest new talents. a MySpace phenomenon since their inception in 2006, the band were recently signed to Columbia Records ensuring we'll definitely be hearing more from them in the future. "sweet!" say some of you, "oh god" say the others. scenesters and...

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Terrence Howard Readies Debut Album (Gossip Thug - GossipThug.com)

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 15:29:00 GMT

Critically-acclaimed actor Terrence Howard is exploring a different route to success with his forthcoming debut album, Shine Through It. The 11-song Columbia Records release, which was written, arranged and produced by Howard, features the entertainer on vocals and lead guitar. The album also features production by Miles Mosley, who has produced for artists like Lauryn Hill, Herbie Hancock,...

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Columbia Records to Release 'AMERICAN TEEN' Motion Picture Soundtrack Based on Sundance-Winning Documentary (PR News Wire)

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 09:00:00 GMT

... Corporation and a unit of Viacom. AMERICAN TEEN MUSIC FROM THE MOTION PICTURE is being released by Columbia Records on July 15. AMERICAN TEEN MUSIC FROM THE MOTION PICTURE Track Listing: 1. Black Kids "I'm Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How to Dance with You" 2. The Ting Tings "Great DJ" 3. Sunny Day Sets Fire "Lack of View (Edit)" 4. Frou Frou "Breathe In (The Jason...

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Columbia Records to Release ‘AMERICAN TEEN’ Motion Picture Soundtrack Based on Sundance-Winning Documentary (News & Information)

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Soundtrack in stores July 15; Film opens July 25 Featured Artists Scheduled for Performances at The Los Angeles Film Festival and Lollapalooza Every great movie has a great……Read more

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Richard Mantel is alive and well in New York (LP Cover Lover)

Sat, 14 Jun 2008 03:15:14 GMT

Richard Mantel, the bandit on the lower right, and I had lunch last week. Richard is an artist and a designer who spent years as an art director with Columbia Records in the sixties and seventies. We’ve been friends for many years. Around the time I met Richard, I was working with [...]

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Amerie Signs New Record Deal With Def Jam (Aceshowbiz.com)

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 06:17:48 GMT

After departing from her previous record company Columbia Records in April, the R 'n' B singer has finally found a new label.

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Obama Received Affirmative Action To Attend Columbia (The Rick Honcho & Dr. Katie Show)

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 22:25:17 GMT

Despite having admitted to daily smoking weed and smoking crack,Presidential candidate Obama still got admitted to Columbia University. According to Columbia records, Obama was admitted despite thirteen Whites, seven Asians and six Hispanics having better grades and being more qualified. According to admissions official Michael McHenry, “We were pressured to have Africans attend...

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