Steve: Part of the furniture Nov 13, 2009
I have to stick with the guys I can do, like I did a Kris Kristofferson project last year ... I went the AC/DC and Pink Floyd route much later but I was never the kind of guy who declared war against the music of my parents, so Neil Diamond, Roger Whittaker, Bob Seger, Kris Kristofferson were all very much alive in my memory and of course I still own their CDs. (iAfrica.com)
Taylor Swift Makes CMA History Nov 13, 2009
As she got on the stage Wednesday she said she just got a hug from Kris Kristofferson, who, with Lee Ann Womack, had presented her award, and, Swift said with that hug, she was "good.". Brad Paisley won his third CMA Award as Male Vocalist of the year. (KWTX.com, TX)
Swift wins 2nd straight BMI award for top song Nov 11, 2009
(AP Photo/Peter Kramer) Taylor Swift started what could be an interesting week with her second straight song of the year award at the BMI Country Awards Tuesday, when Kris Kristofferson was honored as an icon ... "There's no better songwriter alive than Kris Kristofferson," Nelson said. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
The bitter tears of Johnny Cash Nov 10, 2009
" He joined with fellow musicians Kris Kristofferson, Willie Nelson and Robbie Robertson to call for the release of jailed AIM leader Leonard Peltier. Since Cash first recorded "The Ballad of Ira Hayes" in 1964, many musicians have recorded their own versions. Kris Kristofferson is one of those musicians. He summed up the spirit behind Cash's now nearly forgotten protest album in his eulogy for Cash, who died in 2003. Cash, he said, was a "holy terror ... " Johnny Cash, a Bodhisattva in my book,... (Salon)
Indie label joining Athens scene Oct 19, 2009
The company has released more than 200 records, including works by Grammy Award-winning musicians such as Dwight Yoakam, Steve Earle, Rickie Lee Jones, Kris Kristofferson and Delbert McClinton. New West will be looking to sign new bands from the Athens area and throughout the Southeast, Strang said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
ACL Kicks Off New Season This Weekend Oct 2, 2009
Others appearing this season are Kenny Chesney, Elvis Costello, Pearl Jam, Steve Earle, Kris Kristofferson, Willie Nelson and Asleep at the Wheel. ACL will host its first hip-hop episode this season with rapper Mos Def and the Somali-Canadian rapper and poet K'Naan on Jan. 16. (KWTX.com, TX)
Clooney, Romero dazzle at film festival Sep 14, 2009
Kris Kristofferson greeted fans outside the Intercontinental Hotel, while inside in the restaurant Penelope Cruz entertained a table of 10 reporters and then gave up her seat to "Broken Embraces" co-star Lluis Homar, who brought a translator along to help him through the few rough spots. Yards away, Alfred Molina, Peter Sarsgaard and Dominic Cooper made selective rounds for their movies. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Pair accused of playing porn DVD at Ark. Wal-Mart Sep 12, 2009
Even Kris Kristofferson and Patrick Swayze are memorable in minor roles. Just out on DVD. (Fresno Bee)
Click to read: Second Cup Cafe: The Gatlin Brothers Sep 12, 2009
Larry Gatlin wrote more than 30 Top 40 hits, including songs that were recorded by music greats such as Johnny Cash, Kris Kristofferson, Barbara Streisand, Tom Jones, and Elvis Presley. Larry is a jack of all trades: He's also an actor and writer. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Whiteout a so-so thriller Sep 11, 2009
Gabriel Macht as a U.N. investigator and Tom Skerritt, doing his best Kris Kristofferson impersonation, as the base doctor and Carries confidant, dont seem to be making much effort either, although Columbus Short (Stomp the Yard) and Shawn Doyle (Big Love) at least try to mold actual human beings out of the sketchy characters theyve been given. Giving Whiteout its due, there are two sequences featuring Carrie battling an ice axwielding killer (while theyre both... (MSNBC -- News)
Wynette to receive country honour Sep 3, 2009
Among the other stars to have previously been inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame include Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, Hank Williams, Vince Gill and Kris Kristofferson. Wynette, who dominated the country charts throughout the 1960s and early 1970s, was also inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame shortly after her death. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Townshend's new rock opera: 'Floss' Aug 27, 2009
Jerry Lee Lewis is releasing his first country CD since the 1970s later this year, which will feature several tracks written by Kris Kristofferson. The first single, "Mean Old Man," will be released by Shangri-La Music and be available for download Tuesday. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Comic Dane Cook heads to Fresno Aug 26, 2009
There have been many additions to the upcoming concert schedule recently -- ranging from Disney's Imagination Movers to Kris Kristofferson and Three Dog Night to Five Finger Death Punch. Here's a roundup. (Fresno Bee)
Tickets for Fresno fair concerts go on sale Aug 19, 2009
There have been many additions to the upcoming concert schedule recently -- ranging from Disney's 00003282 Imagination Movers to Kris Kristofferson and Three Dog Night to Five Finger Death Punch. Here's a roundup. (Fresno Bee)
Concert acts head to Valley Aug 14, 2009
Kris Kristofferson and Three Dog Night are among the additions ... There have been many additions to the upcoming concert schedule recently -- ranging from Disney's Imagination Movers to Kris Kristofferson and Three Dog Night to Five Finger Death Punch ... Kris Kristofferson is playing Jan. 14 at Tower Theatre. (Fresno Bee)
LETTER: Top Bagelfest bands should be country Aug 7, 2009
Writers such as Kris Kristofferson, Hank Williams Sr, Willie Nelson, and others have written classics that have been recorded by many artists. Many of these artits were not in the Counrty Musio field at all, but recognized a good song no matter where it came from. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Critic’s corner Aug 6, 2009
A broadcast of the May 3 concert at Madison Square Garden, featuring Bruce Springsteen, John Mellencamp, Emmylou Harris, Kris Kristofferson, and others. So You Think You Can Dance 8 p.m., Channel 25. (Boston Globe)
Pete Seegers 90th birthday bash airs this week Jul 29, 2009
Joining Seeger are more than 40 artists including Bruce Springsteen, John Mellencamp, Arlo Guthrie, Joan Baez, Kris Kristofferson, Richie Havens, Roger McGuinn, Ani DiFranco, Taj Mahal, Steve Earle, Tom Morello and Dave Matthews. Collectively, they sing of a joyous activism and love of country. (MSNBC -- Television)
Parker, Broderick twins debut Jul 1, 2009
Kris Kristofferson will be honored by BMI as a music icon during the music-licensing organization's country awards in November. BMI announced the selection Tuesday morning. (Erie Times-News, PA)
BMI to honor Kristofferson as a music icon Jun 30, 2009
Kris Kristofferson will be honored by BMI as a music icon during the music licensing organization's country awards in November. BMI announced the selection Tuesday morning. (Yahoo News)
Prescription drugs in spotlight after Jackson death Jun 30, 2009
Search Type Choose a search type from the items below. AFP View of outside the County of Los Angeles Coroners office, on June 26. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
The Starting Point: Online privacy and voting age changes Jun 23, 2009
Singer/actor Kris Kristofferson, 73. Sen. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Celebrity birthdays for the week of June 21-27 Jun 18, 2009
Singer-actor Kris Kristofferson is 73. Actor Michael Lerner is 68. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Not many singers have had military slant on patriotism May 21, 2009
KRIS KRISTOFFERSON: His father and both grandfathers had served in the military, so it was natural for Mr. Kristofferson to join the Army after receiving a master's degree at Oxford in 1960. He became a captain and put together a band during his service. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Roy Clark, Barbara Mandrell Join Hall Of Fame May 18, 2009
" Crowell led a harmonica-heavy rendition of Roy Orbison's "Candy Man" for McCoy, 68, a multi-instrumentalist best known for his harmonica work. McCoy's first session was "Candy Man" in 1961. Since then, he's recorded with Elvis Presley, Bob Dylan, Waylon Jennings, Kris Kristofferson, Gordon Lightfoot, Paul Simon, Ringo Starr, Leon Russell, Tanya Tucker and many more. "Well, I never really cared for harmonica or harmonica players until I heard Charlie McCoy," said Harold Bradley, a veteran... (Click2Houston, TX)
New Inductees into the Country Music Hall of Fame (9:54p.m.) May 18, 2009
Since then, he's recorded with Elvis Presley, Bob Dylan, Waylon Jennings, Kris Kristofferson, Gordon Lightfoot, Paul Simon, Ringo Starr, Leon Russell, Tanya Tucker and many more. "Well, I never really cared for harmonica or harmonica players until I heard Charlie McCoy," said Harold Bradley, a veteran session guitarist who formally inducted McCoy. (WTVR.com, VA)
Services Pending In Texas For Songwriter Stephen Bruton May 12, 2009
Bruton, who with Kris Kristofferson for nearly 40 years, had songs recorded by Bonnie Raitt, Willie Nelson, Jimmy Buffett and others. Services are pending in Fort Worth for Bruton who died Saturday of complications of throat cancer. (KWTX.com, TX)
Deaths in the news: Stephen Bruton May 12, 2009
LOS ANGELES - Guitarist and songwriter Stephen Bruton, who had played with Kris Kristofferson for nearly 40 years and whose songs had been recorded by Bonnie Raitt, Willie Nelson, Jimmy Buffett and others, has died. He was 60. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Investors Say Promoter Owes Them $2 Million May 11, 2009
Some say the 2006 Carnegie Hall concert with Jones and opening act Kris Kristofferson also lost money, even though it was a sellout. The Halloween 2006 show with Devo and Flock of Seagulls at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium didn't draw well, creditors say, and troubles continued in 2007, despite Martin's nomination as country music promoter of the year. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Scott Speedman lets roles come to him May 11, 2009
He recently completed the title role in the Canadian-produced movie "The Last Rites of Ransom Pride." Kris Kristofferson and Dwight Yoakam star in the Western about a woman who wants to bring her slain outlaw boyfriend back to his hometown to be buried. She also seeks to avenge his death. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
The songs, they are a-changing May 10, 2009
Joan Baez, Steve Earle, Ramblin' Jack Elliott, Kris Kristofferson and Kate and Anna McGarrigle and many others celebrated the communal music of Seeger, responsible for writing or popularizing folk standards We Shall Overcome, Turn. Turn. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Roger McGuinn: Rock and Roll Hall of Famer the 'Forrest Gump of music'? May 7, 2009
"Harrison "really liked the break," he recalls.Sunday McGuinn, who fronted the Byrds (McGuinn suggested the spelling of what is English slang for girls) from 1964 to 1973, shared a Madison Square Garden stage with Bruce Springsteen, John Mellencamp, Ani DiFranco, Kris Kristofferson and 2008 Dowagiac visitor Arlo Guthrie, among many others, for a four-hour benefit concert for Pete Seeger's 90th birthday.Tickets for "The Clearwater Concert" cost 19.19 (Seeger's birth year) to 250, with the... (Dowagiac News, MI)
Collectible Football Movie Posters Apr 15, 2009
Burt Reynolds and Kris Kristofferson play professional football players in this hilarious movie based on the Dan Jenkins novel. Hike, baby. (Suite101.com)
Overwhelming Interest Apr 15, 2009
Ethan Hawke on Kris Kristofferson. Kara Hadge | April 10, 2009. (Slate)
It's on: Toby Keith livid over Ethan Hawke's Rolling Stone article Apr 7, 2009
The country star lit into the actor for an article Hawke wrote in the new issue of Rolling Stone about Kris Kristofferson. In it, Hawke refers to a blowup Kristofferson had with an unnamed country star back in 2003 that sounds a lot Toby Keith. (KHOU.com, TX)
Music review: Kristofferson fans Haggard flame Apr 4, 2009
Country music great Merle Haggard doesn't do acoustic performances - he's an old-time honky-tonk man - but he couldn't resist the invitation from Kris Kristofferson to do three special joint acoustic concerts. Still, Haggard looked a little flustered when he flubbed a line or his teleprompter man posted the wrong song Wednesday at the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts in Santa Rosa. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
The Spectacle lineup Apr 1, 2009
Kris Kristofferson (April 17). Rosanne Cash. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Merle Haggard's country life Mar 30, 2009
Haggard and Kris Kristofferson perform together Wednesday at the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts in Santa Rosa. Images. (San Francisco Chronicle)
John Rich works hard, but plays harder Mar 24, 2009
Im trying to recover from a trip I just made to Los Angeles that was insanity, 36 hours of absolute insanity, he says, then goes into a story about drinking with actor Mickey Rourke, who appears with Kris Kristofferson in the video for Richs latest hit, Shuttin Detroit Down. . (MSNBC -- News)
Choctaw Bingo Mar 14, 2009
You can see, though, with just one twist of the DNA, how the son can bring the father's literary talent to the outlaw country/redneck rock genre; he writes songs with the kind of offhanded quick wit and painfully bitter, cut-to-the-bone romantic remorse with which geniuses like John Hiatt, Kris Kristofferson, Steve Earl, Robert Earl Keene, and Rodney Crowell made their names. Rosanne Cash and Emmylou Harris sometimes hit that note of highway melancholy, too. (Slate)
Deserted ... After Being In Acoma Mar 8, 2009
The good news is I just fixed one of them this morning on another car, its easy to do, explained the mechanic, who looked like an aging Kris Kristofferson in bad need of a shave, dentistry and a hair salon. The bad news, he added, is that I gotta find some place that has those parts. (Cleveland, TheInsiders.com)
Kristofferson still touring and acting at 72 Feb 28, 2009
Apparently, movie executives once wanted Brad Pitt to play Kris Kristofferson. And Bobby McGee. (NJ.com -- Times)
Phosphorescent's trail of heartache and hard living Feb 27, 2009
Like Nelson and even Kris Kristofferson, Houck knows and writes about the desolation of life on the road, the loneliness of late nights and heartache, and the consequences of hard living. "I'd be lying to you if I were to say that drugs and booze haven't had a decent effect on my life," Houck says, declining to elaborate. (Boston Globe)
FANTASY CLICKS: Thoughts on the first baseball mock draft Feb 14, 2009
as America's favorite brother-and-sister singing duo (along with singer/songwriter/actor Kris Kristofferson) perform their own, ahem, "special" tribute to Star Wars-mania. From the dancing/singing Storm Troopers to the odd musical choice of The Temptations' 1966 hit, "Get Ready". (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Walk on thin ice turns solid with 'Into you' Feb 14, 2009
Director: Ken Kwapis Cast: Ginnifer Goodwin, Scarlett Johansson, Bradley Cooper, Justin Long, Ben Affleck, Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Connelly, Drew Barrymore, Kris Kristofferson, Kevin Connolly Rating: PG-13 Running time: 2 hrs. 9 mins. (Juneau Empire)
Sweepstakes: 'He's Just Not That Into You' Feb 10, 2009
The film boasts an all-star cast, including Ben Affleck as Neil; Jennifer Aniston as Beth; Drew Barrymore as Mary; Jennifer Connelly as Janine; Kevin Connolly as Conor; Bradley Cooper as Ben; Ginnifer Goodwin as Gigi; Scarlett Johansson as Anna; Kris Kristofferson as Ken and Justin Long as Alex. "He's Just Not That Into You" is directed by Ken Kwapis from a screenplay by Abby Kohn & Marc Silverstein, based on the book by Greg Behrendt and Liz Tuccillo. (KCRA 3, CA)
CEO of Newnan biotech company was bitten by health care bug Feb 8, 2009
Favorite book: "Georgia Voices," by Spencer King What I'm reading now: "The Secret" by Rhonda Byrne Favorite movie: "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" Favorite music: Anything with lyrics by Kris Kristofferson. BUSINESS Latest Headlines. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Rom-com is Not That Into its own premise Feb 7, 2009
Despite some fun performances most notably from Goodwin, Long and Cooper, as well as cameos by Luis Guzman, Kris Kristofferson and comic duo Frangela this failure of nerve undercuts a movie that had the potential to be a romantic comedy with some bite. 2009 msnbc. (MSNBC -- Movies)
