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Of thee I sing: A guide to US patriotic songs, from 'The Liberty Song' to Jay-Z and Kanye West

Even before there was a United States of America, there were patriotic songs

The Independent UK

Teddie Beverley obituary

Last of the Beverley Sisters, the singing trio who found fame in the 1950s with hits such as I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus and Little Donkey

The Guardian - UK

Radio revival: 'Ella' looks to make jazz great again with new Berlin station

A new Berlin-based radio station named after jazz legend Ella Fitzgerald is aiming to revive the genres fortunes. As the music used to be an expression of rebellion, emancipation and social protest, the launch says more about our times than you might imagine, writes Diana Resnik.

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‘White Christmas’ isn’t really about Christmas at all — the sad story behind America’s favorite festive song

The beloved song was highly requested by troops during WWII

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Top Hat at Queen Elizabeth Hall review: the gossamer charm wears thin quickly

3/5 This celebration of a gilded interwar age is sluggish where it should sparkle, the pace slow

Evening Standard

John C Reilly: ‘It’s rough when you’re with your kids and people are screaming “Boats ’N Hoes” at you’

THE SATURDAY INTERVIEW: The Oscar-nominated actor is bringing his big-hearted vaudeville stage show to the British Isles. He talks to Kevin E G Perry about his friendship with Paul Thomas Anderson, his plans to revive ‘Walk Hard’ and why Elon Musk is wrong about empathy

The Independent UK

10 Songs That Made Their Writers Millionaires

Most people recognize the singers behind the world’s biggest hits, but few realize that the real money often flows to the writers. A well-written song can outlive its performer, generating royalties from radio play, movies, ads, and streaming for decades. Many of these writers never step into the spotlight, yet…

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A Piano Full of Feathers review – White Christmas origin story struggles with pitch

This show aims to represent composer Irving Berlin’s much-loved song in human form. But while that idea lacks coherence, the sketches and medleys are buoyantly performed

The Guardian - UK

Bing Crosby found it 'really difficult' to sing White Christmas during World War II

Bing Crosby found it "really difficult" to perform 'White Christmas' to the troops during World War II as he sang to thousands of crying soldiers.

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Mitzi Gaynor death: South Pacific star dies aged 93

The Chicago-born actor also appeared in ‘There’s No Business Like Show Business’ and ‘The Birds and the Bees’

The Independent UK

Fellow Passengers Approve Of This Woman’s Revenge On A Karen Who Refused To Be A ‘Decent Person’

Passenger seeks revenge from entitled woman on flight. The post Fellow Passengers Approve Of This Woman’s Revenge On A Karen Who Refused To Be A ‘Decent Person’ first appeared on Bored Panda.

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The greatest dancer of all time? Fred Astaire’s 20 best films – ranked!

On the 125th anniversary of his birth – and with a Tom Holland biopic in the works – we run down the finest performances in the Hollywood legend’s eight-decade career

The Guardian - UK

Grammy-Winning Crooner Steve Lawrence Dies At 88 In LA

Renowned singer Steve Lawrence's legacy in traditional music and captivating performances remembered by fans and colleagues.

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Ranji Trophy: Sachin Baby’s dream run puts Kerala on top

The lyrics of the show tune -- ‘Anything you can do I can do better’-- composed by Irving Berlin seems to be reverberating around the PVG Raju ACA Sports Complex Stadium in Vizianagaram during the Ranji encounter between Andhra and Kerala for the last two days.

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With 'White Christmas,' Irving Berlin and Bing Crosby helped make Christmas a holiday that all Americans could celebrate

Irving Berlin was a Jewish immigrant who loved America. As his 1938 song “God Bless America” suggests, he believed deeply in the nation’s potential for goodness, unity and global leadership.

The Guardian - UK

Thomas Bartlett: Standards Vol 1 review – an intimate, spare solo piano set of American classics

The US producer and piano man to the stars reduces standards by Irving Berlin and more to single takes of soothing simplicity

Chicago Sun-Times

Tony Bennett, iconic interpreter of the Great American Songbook, dies at 96

His publicist confirmed his passing, saying he died in his hometown of New York. There was no specific cause, but Bennett had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2016.

The Independent UK

Tony Bennett, masterful stylist of American musical standards, dies at 96

Tony Bennett, the eminent stylist and last of the great saloon singers whose devotion to classic American songs and knack for creating new standards such as "I Left My Heart In San Francisco" graced a decadeslong career, has died at 96

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Top Hat review – stylishly madcap dance film with Astaire and Rogers cheek to cheek

This madcap musical from 1935 about an American dance star visiting London swirls effortlessly back into cinemas, with classic songs from Irving Berlin

Chicago Sun-Times

Last Sherlock Holmes work among 2023 public domain books, movies, music

The long-running contested copyright dispute over Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s tales of a whipsmart detective will finally come to an end as the 1927 copyrights expiring Jan. 1 include Conan Doyle’s last Sherlock Holmes work.

Chicago Sun-Times

Holiday things to do in Chicago: Theater

Everything from the works of Charles Dickens, Irving Berlin and Frank Capra to a new tale of Santa’s son and holiday-themed improv are among the area offerings this season.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Lady Gaga Confirms Casting in 'Joker' Sequel

Pop star and actress Lady Gaga confirmed her casting in the upcoming motion picture sequel to the Oscar-winning psychological thriller "Joker," by posting a musical teaser on Twitter. The musical clip depicts silhouettes of Phoenix and Gaga's characters dancing together to the tune of the song "Cheek to Cheek", originally…

Los Angeles Times

Commentary: What is Ukrainian music, and what does it say about the war?

LOS ANGELES — The first week of May, I attended four concerts. All four, whether by chance or intent, had a connection with Ukraine. That was obvious the first day of May at a benefit concert for Ukraine put on by the Wende Museum and Jacaranda Music at the Robert…

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