Archive for the 'Live Shows' Category


From Arcade Fire’s Manager

Bob Arcade Fire had the final slot on the Grammys as the ratings are low at the end of the broadcast. It really is that simple. We were one of the least known acts on the bill for a network audience. Don’t you think I wanted a better slot for the band? The reason we […]

Perseverance

I’m not worried about anybody competing with me. Because they just don’t have the dedication, they just don’t persevere. In other words, if the first thing you’re thinking about is money, you’re doomed.  It’s just too tough. Not that it’s illegal to think about getting paid, but if you don’t love what you do, if […]

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LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT Why?  What’s the backstory here?  We need context. LEA MICHELE AND THE PACKER Just creepy. Like this Lady Antebellum performance.  Teddy Pendergrass is rolling over in his grave.  That’s what I think of when I think soul music, middle class white country singers. What’s the meaning of the term "American Honey" again? Meanwhile, […]

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ARETHA TRIBUTE Enough to put Aretha six feet under. Note to Christina…  SUBTLETY!  And just because you’re in the public eye that doesn’t mean anybody wants to pay to see you.  What planet are you living on?  AND LOSE THE HAND! As to why Florence and Martina were there…can you say DEMOGRAPHICS? At least Jennifer […]