http://bravenewfilms.org/topics/behind-the-scenes 2008-09-19T00:46:54Z http://bravenewfilms.org/blog/52934-joe-biden-speaks-to-hq-staff-and-volunteers 2008-09-19T00:46:54Z barackobama <object width="375" height="308"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/voFcuP6Mq9Y&border=0&rel=0"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/voFcuP6Mq9Y&border=0&rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="375" height="308"></embed></object> <a href="/blog/52934-joe-biden-speaks-to-hq-staff-and-volunteers"><img src="http://bravenewfilms.org/pictures/medium/64205" width="140" height="105" border="0" align="left" style="border: solid 1px black;" /></a> <div class="post_content"> <p>Vice presidential nominee Joe Biden speaks to the Obama campaign staff in their headquarters.</p> </div> <a href="/blog/52934-joe-biden-speaks-to-hq-staff-and-volunteers">Watch the video</a> http://bravenewfilms.org/blog/51523-rehearsal-of-this-little-light-of-mine-for-bok-center-concert 2008-10-12T02:45:33Z SamHarris <object width="375" height="308"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/TPdbrdXwCqU&border=0&rel=0"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/TPdbrdXwCqU&border=0&rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="375" height="308"></embed></object> <a href="/blog/51523-rehearsal-of-this-little-light-of-mine-for-bok-center-concert"><img src="http://bravenewfilms.org/pictures/medium/62554" width="140" height="105" border="0" align="left" style="border: solid 1px black;" /></a> <div class="post_content"> <p>► <a href="http://samharris.com/free">samharris.com</a> </p> <p>Tinkle that up ... not so much!</p> <p>Sam brings you along to his rehearsal of his appearance to open the BOK Center in Tulsa, a brand new 20,000 seat convention and concert venue. A multi-faith inspirational concert with Sam as lead singer, The New Dimensions Chorale and a 400+ person choir. Sam works with Rick Fortner for the arrangements, and a vlog person even shows up! Go behind the scenes of what goes into a one night appearance for a Sam show. He takes a simple song of "This Little Light Of Mine" and rewrites it to go along with "Bridge Over Troubled Water".</p> <p>► <a href="http://SamTUNES.net">SamTUNES.net</a> <br />... to download Sam Harris songs and full albums. </p> <p>* October 4, 2008... <br /> Sam Harris in Concert <br /> Cal Poly Arts Center <br /> San Luis Obispo, CA</p> <p>* October 26, 2008... <br /> Benefit Concert Appearance <br /> Desert SIDS Project <br /> Los Angeles, CA</p> <p>* November 29, 2008:... <br /> Sam Harris in Concert <br /> Pike Performance Center <br /> Indianapolis, IN</p> <p>* December 7, 2008:... <br /> Sam Harris Christmas Concert <br /> VanTrease PACE Performance Center <br /> Tulsa, OK</p> <p>-------------------------</p> <p>BOK Center opens with a multifaith blessing <br />http://tinyurl.com/sambok2</p> <p>Music rocked the BOK Center downtown Sunday afternoon as thousands gathered for a multifaith celebration and blessing of the new building. </p> <p>Fired by a 450-voice choir from about 85 houses of worship, the crowd often rose to its feet in applause and joined in the singing. </p> <p>Recording artist Sam Harris, a native of the Tulsa area, said he was thrilled to be at the celebration, which was part of the grand opening for the arena. </p> <p>"What a blessing it is to be in this place," he said while catching his breath after belting out, "Change Is on the Way," from his album "Free." </p> <p>Harris was backed by the New Dimensions Chorale. </p> <p>He asked the audience to join him in an old favorite children's worship song with the lyrics: "This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine." </p> <p>He urged the audience to "seek goodness everywhere, and wherever it is found, let it be free and unashamed." </p> <p>Master of ceremonies John Erling quipped: "This is the day that the taxpayers have made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it." </p> <p>He thanked Rick Fortner, music director at All Souls Unitarian Church, for providing the spark years ago that resulted in the celebration, and for directing the community choir. </p> <p>Near the end of the celebration, 11 faith leaders representing the major religions of the world offered prayers of blessing for the new facility. </p> <p>Sitting side-by-side on the podium were spiritual leaders who were Methodist, Charismatic, Roman Catholic, Mormon, Greek Orthodox, Jewish, Hindu, Muslim, Unitarian, Buddhist and African Methodist Episcopal. </p> <p>"We decided to call it a multifaith event, rather than an interfaith event, which carries some connotations," said Jim Mishler, executive director of Tulsa Metropolitan Ministry, who helped plan the celebration. </p> <p>"We asked faith leaders to pray in their own tradition." </p> <p>As a result, several leaders used the term "in Jesus' name," a phrase generally frowned upon at interfaith events. </p> <p>Another prayed to Allah in Arabic, and another prayed in Sanskrit. Bishop Edward J. Slattery, of the Catholic Diocese of Tulsa, prayed in Spanish. </p> <p>English translations of the foreign language prayers were displayed on the scoreboard as the leaders prayed. </p> <p>A common theme running through the prayers was that the arena would be a blessing to the Tulsa community. </p> <p>Erling said the participation of such diverse faith leaders at one event "has probably never been done in our city to this degree." </p> <p>Mayor Kathy Taylor and BOK Center General Manager John Bolton spoke briefly. </p> <p>As the crowd streamed out of the arena, Jeramy Auld said of the celebration, "I thought it was great." </p> <p>"We're taxpayers," his wife Libby Auld said. "We thought it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be here." </p> <p>MORE: <a href="http://tinyurl.com/sambok2">tinyurl.com</a> </p> <p>****************************** *************************</p> <p>► <a href="http://MySpace.com/SamHarrisMusic">MySpace.com</a> <br />... keep up to date, and be Sam's MySpace friend!</p> <p>http://SamHarris.com <br />© All videos property of Sam Harris</p> </div> <a href="/blog/51523-rehearsal-of-this-little-light-of-mine-for-bok-center-concert">Watch the video</a> http://bravenewfilms.org/blog/50806--i-can-t-make-you-love-me-recorded-for-the-new-album-free-in-one-take 2008-10-12T02:45:33Z SamHarris <object width="375" height="308"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/XBm3E55Lspk&border=0&rel=0"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/XBm3E55Lspk&border=0&rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="375" height="308"></embed></object> <a href="/blog/50806--i-can-t-make-you-love-me-recorded-for-the-new-album-free-in-one-take"><img src="http://bravenewfilms.org/pictures/medium/61692" width="140" height="105" border="0" align="left" style="border: solid 1px black;" /></a> <div class="post_content"> <p>► <a href="http://samharris.com/free">samharris.com</a> </p> <p>(watch in high quality)</p> <p>Sam Harris, in the recording studio, working on one of the tracks for his new album entitled "Free". </p> <p>This song is especially emotional to Sam, and hard for him to get through, so he insisted that what you hear (and see) is what you get the first time around. Therefore, what you are hearing here is the actual recording you will hear from the album. Does not get anymore raw than this!</p> <p>► Download from iTunes at: <a href="http://SamTUNES.net">SamTUNES.net</a> </p> <p>--------------------------------------</p> <p>I Can't Make You Love Me <br />Written by Michael Barry Reid, James Allen Shamblin II <br />Almo Music Corp, Rondor Music International, Inc. (ASCAP) <br />Arrangement - Steve Marzulo/Todd Schroeder <br />Piano -- Todd Schroeder <br />Cello -- Mai Bloomfield <br />Produced by Sam Harris </p> <p>http://tinyurl.com/loveme</p> <p>http://samharris.com/free/i-cant-make-you-love-me.htm</p> <p>--------------------------------------</p> <p>I CAN'T MAKE YOU LOVE ME</p> <p>Turn down the lights, turn down the bed <br />turn down these voices inside my head. <br />Lay down with me, tell me no lies. <br />Just hold me close, don't patronize <br />-- don't patronize me.</p> <p>I can't make you love me, if you don't. <br />You can't make your heart feel something it won't. <br />Here in the dark, in these lonely hours, <br />I will lay down my heart and I'll feel the power. <br />But you won't, no you won't, <br />cause I can't make you love me, if you don't.</p> <p>I'll close my eyes, then I won't see <br />the love you dont feel when youre holding me. <br />Morning will come, and I'll do what's right. <br />Just give me till then to give up this fight, <br />and I will give up this fight.</p> <p>I can't make you love me, if you don't. <br />You can't make your heart feel something it won't. <br />Here in the dark, in these lonely hours, <br />I will lay down my heart and I'll feel the power. <br />But you won't, no you won't, <br />cause I can't make you love me, if you don't.</p> <p>--------------------------------------</p> <p>► <a href="http://AskSamHarris.com">AskSamHarris.com</a> <br />... ask Sam anything, and he'll reply via a vlog.</p> <p>► <a href="http://SamHarris.com/answers">SamHarris.com</a> <br />... answer link from the "Ask Sam Harris" series.</p> <p>► <a href="http://MySpace.com/SamHarrisMusic">MySpace.com</a> <br />... keep up to date, and be Sam's MySpace friend!</p> <p>► <a href="http://SamTUNES.net">SamTUNES.net</a> <br />... to download Sam Harris songs and full albums.</p> <p>► <a href="http://SamHarris.com">SamHarris.com</a> <br />... information, biography, discography and buy cds.</p> <p>LEGAL & BUSINESS CONTACT: <br />http://SamHarris.com/contact.htm <br />© All videos property of Sam Harris</p> <p>--</p> </div> <a href="/blog/50806--i-can-t-make-you-love-me-recorded-for-the-new-album-free-in-one-take">Watch the video</a> http://bravenewfilms.org/blog/48880-invasion-of-the-vlog-people-war-with-angels-in-the-republic 2008-10-12T02:45:34Z SamHarris <object width="375" height="308"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/1eMctaJ_4r8&border=0&rel=0"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/1eMctaJ_4r8&border=0&rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="375" height="308"></embed></object> <a href="/blog/48880-invasion-of-the-vlog-people-war-with-angels-in-the-republic"><img src="http://bravenewfilms.org/pictures/medium/58926" width="140" height="105" border="0" align="left" style="border: solid 1px black;" /></a> <div class="post_content"> <p>► <a href="http://samharris.com/free">samharris.com</a> </p> <p>Sam takes you backstage before his Republic concert in Hollywood. We meet Lloyd Cook, and Todd Schroeder attempts a little nipple play before they go on. Bridget Moynahan is in the audience, apparently to provide sexual frustration for anyone with a libido. Sam encounters Vlog People, Vicki and Mindy, and the drama that goes along with being Vicki and Mindy! He explains "Vlog People" to the audience and we get another version of "War On War" with Todd forced to sing backup! He closes this video with a live performance of "Only Angels Know". Vicki was Sam's temporary camerawoman.</p> <p>WAR ON WAR (lyrics): <br />http://www.samharris.com/free/war-on-war.htm <br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_UKIebadtY</p> <p>ONLY ANGELS KNOW (lyrics): <br />http://www.samharris.com/free/only-angels-know.htm <br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48sRdLJwh9M</p> <p>► <a href="http://SamTUNES.net">SamTUNES.net</a> <br />... to download Sam Harris songs and full albums. </p> <p>* August 18 <br />"Gimme The Mike" Live Finale <br />KOTV Channel 6 <br />Sam will be a guest Judge of the talent competition for the grand finale of the show. </p> <p>* August 31... <br /> Sam Harris in Concert <br /> Sam with MASSIVE choir! <br /> BOK Center Concert <br /> Tulsa Convention Center <br /> Event is FREE and open to the public. <a href="http://www.tulsaworld.com/TWPDFs/2008/Final/W_062208_A_1.PDF">www.tulsaworld.com</a> </p> <p>* October 4, 2008... <br /> Sam Harris in Concert <br /> Cal Poly Arts Center <br /> San Luis Obispo, CA <br />http://www.calpolyarts.org</p> <p>* October 26, 2008... <br /> Benefit Concert Appearance <br /> Desert SIDS Project <br /> Los Angeles, CA <br />http://www.shelterfromthestorm.com</p> <p>* November 29, 2008:... <br /> Sam Harris in Concert <br /> Pike Performance Center <br /> Indianapolis, IN <br />http://www.pikepac.org</p> <p>* December 7, 2008:... <br /> Sam Harris Christmas Concert <br /> VanTrease PACE Performance Center <br /> Tulsa, OK <br />http://www.tulsacc.edu/page.asp?durki=98</p> <p>--------------------------------------</p> <p>SAM HARRIS - FREE - CONCERT REVIEW <br />"Cabaret Scenes": <a href="http://tinyurl.com/6qn6re">tinyurl.com</a> </p> <p>Singer, songwriter, actor, film and television writer, director, producer! Who can fill all those roles effectively and come out on Birdland's stage with a powerful, soaring voice that reaches the Heavens? SAM HARRIS! Casual in jeans and Superman T-shirt, this grand champion of the premiere season of Star Search is joyous and by all means FREE. After recording several CDs and selling multi-millions of copies, Sam likes to call his new album a record -- a record of his experiences, a collection of being Free (ad title song of the new CD).</p> <p>Most songs on this record were written by Harris alone or with his long time friend and Musical Director Todd Schroeder. Much of the CD was recorded only after a few hours sleep, many songs on one take. Why? Because Sam is the proud papa of Cooper Atticus/Harris-Jacobsen, now 4 months old, who has taken over the life, breathe, heart, soul and world of Sam Harris and his long time partner Danny. He is giddy and overcome with joy in his role as parent and that is what drives the passion and expressive feelings that pour out on every song from this pop-rock wunderkind.</p> <p>"Anchor of Love" (Harris/Schroeder) a rock ballad filled with momentous lyrics must be a hymn to Cooper Atticus as is "When You Appear" (Harris/Schroeder), where Harris soars brilliantly as he takes flight at the wonder and thrill when he is with his new son. "I Love You More" (music/lyric Kevin Fisher) is a highlight of one-upmanship and "He Is" (Schroeder/Sullivan/Harris) is one of Sam's most important songs, a male love song, sung with guitar (William Rottman playing) and bongos. Sam says he can write and sing these songs because "I am free; show biz is a prison." "Before You Go" (Harris/Schroeder) is a tear jerker about people who are parting and trying for one more chance. It is presented with simplicity and a reality that touches the soul. </p> <p>His Obama campaign theme song, "Change Is on the Way," was sung to a track with band and back-up singers. On "War on War," a political hallelujah, he was joined by guest artist, soul singer Maya Azucena. Some Harris insights shared along the way include "up-tempo songs are tragedy with a beat."</p> <p>Harris has had an outstanding career, including Broadway as a Drama Desk nominee in Grease; a Tony, Outer Critic's Circle, Drama Desk Nominations for Cy Coleman's The Life, and also appeared in The Producers.</p> <p>Sam Harris is a volatile, electrifying performer who reaches deep into the mind and core of his being to extract the provocative and exuberant. To quote him - "life is good. . . I like my life . . . it's a good time to be me!"</p> <p>--------------------------------------</p> <p>► <a href="http://MySpace.com/SamHarrisMusic">MySpace.com</a> <br />... keep up to date, and be Sam's MySpace friend!</p> <p>http://SamHarris.com <br />© All videos property of Sam Harris</p> </div> <a href="/blog/48880-invasion-of-the-vlog-people-war-with-angels-in-the-republic">Watch the video</a> http://bravenewfilms.org/blog/48666-hollywood-concert-rehearsal-of-he-is-and-before-you-go 2008-10-12T02:45:34Z SamHarris <object width="375" height="308"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/_A_luY7c1H0&border=0&rel=0"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/_A_luY7c1H0&border=0&rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="375" height="308"></embed></object> <a href="/blog/48666-hollywood-concert-rehearsal-of-he-is-and-before-you-go"><img src="http://bravenewfilms.org/pictures/medium/58633" width="140" height="105" border="0" align="left" style="border: solid 1px black;" /></a> <div class="post_content"> <p>► <a href="http://samharris.com/free">samharris.com</a> </p> <p>Sam gives you a behind the scenes look at rehearsal a day before his next show in Hollywood CA on August 11. You hear pieces of two songs from the new album called "Free". All studio versions of the songs are available on iTunes now at: <a href="http://SamTunes.NET">SamTunes.NET</a> </p> <p>HE IS (lyrics): <br />http://samharris.com/free/he-is.htm <br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9v8Ddp4Vbdo</p> <p>BEFORE YOU GO (lyrics): <br />http://samharris.com/free/before-you-go.htm <br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ISeRDmyWZTA</p> <p>► <a href="http://SamTUNES.net">SamTUNES.net</a> <br />... to download Sam Harris songs and full albums. </p> <p>* August 11 <br /> Sam Harris in Concert <br />Lloyd Cook on percussion <br />Todd Schroeder on piano <br />Nita Whitaker backup vocals: <br />http://youtube.com/watch?v=B7xwe5n3FSw <br />with Comedian Shawn Pelofsky </p> <p> Summer Stars Concert Series <br /> 88's at Republic <br /> West Hollywood, CA <br /> (310) 360-7070 <br />http://www.eightyeightscabaret.com</p> <p>* August 31... <br /> Sam Harris in Concert <br /> Sam with MASSIVE choir! <br /> BOK Center Concert <br /> Tulsa Convention Center <br /> 3 p.m. Event will honor its opening with a multi-faith celebration with Sam and a community choir of more than 300 people. <br /> Event is FREE and open to the public. <a href="http://www.tulsaworld.com/TWPDFs/2008/Final/W_062208_A_1.PDF">www.tulsaworld.com</a> </p> <p>* October 4, 2008... <br /> Sam Harris in Concert <br /> Cal Poly Arts Center <br /> San Luis Obispo, CA <br />http://www.calpolyarts.org</p> <p>* October 26, 2008... <br /> Benefit Concert Appearance <br /> Desert SIDS Project <br /> Los Angeles, CA <br />http://www.shelterfromthestorm.com</p> <p>* November 29, 2008:... <br /> Sam Harris in Concert <br /> Pike Performance Center <br /> Indianapolis, IN <br />http://www.pikepac.org</p> <p>* December 7, 2008:... <br /> Sam Harris Christmas Concert <br /> VanTrease PACE Performance Center <br /> Tulsa, OK <br />http://www.tulsacc.edu/page.asp?durki=98</p> <p>--------------------------------------</p> <p>► <a href="http://AskSamHarris.com">AskSamHarris.com</a> <br />... ask Sam anything, and he'll reply via a vlog.</p> <p>► <a href="http://SamHarris.com/answers">SamHarris.com</a> <br />... answer link from the "Ask Sam Harris" series.</p> <p>► <a href="http://MySpace.com/SamHarrisMusic">MySpace.com</a> <br />... keep up to date, and be Sam's MySpace friend!</p> <p>► <a href="http://SamTUNES.net">SamTUNES.net</a> <br />... to download Sam Harris songs and full albums.</p> <p>► <a href="http://SamHarris.com">SamHarris.com</a> <br />... information, biography, discography and buy cds.</p> <p>LEGAL & BUSINESS CONTACT: <br />http://SamHarris.com/contact.htm <br />© All videos property of Sam Harris</p> <p>--</p> </div> <a href="/blog/48666-hollywood-concert-rehearsal-of-he-is-and-before-you-go">Watch the video</a> http://bravenewfilms.org/blog/48018-the-end-of-war-and-the-end-of-days-in-new-york-city 2008-10-12T02:45:34Z SamHarris <object width="375" height="308"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/ffRDQMchrcg&border=0&rel=0"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/ffRDQMchrcg&border=0&rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="375" height="308"></embed></object> <a href="/blog/48018-the-end-of-war-and-the-end-of-days-in-new-york-city"><img src="http://bravenewfilms.org/pictures/medium/57783" width="140" height="105" border="0" align="left" style="border: solid 1px black;" /></a> <div class="post_content"> <p>► <a href="http://samharris.com/free">samharris.com</a> </p> <p>More footage from Sam and his visit to New York City.</p> <p>Sam brings us into the apartment of one of his backup singers, Laura Janine. They practice "War On War"with Todd Schroeder on her keyword. Who? What? Where?! Soon we're going to church!</p> <p>We're now ready to get ready for another show at Birdland, and while backstage we have a surprise visit from Julie Halston (Tina Carmello from "The Class"!). Birthday Boy Danny pops in to say hello to the VIP crowd... YOU!... the Vlog Important People! </p> <p>Live performance of "THANK YOU" follows in a video to come!</p> <p>"Broadway World" Photo Coverage, <br />Sam Harris Performs at Birdland: <br />http://tinyurl.com/BroadwayWorld</p> <p>FREE is on iTunes at <a href="http://SamTUNES.net">SamTUNES.net</a> </p> <p>Songs from "Free" on MySpace!: <br />http://MySpace.com/SamHarrisMusic</p> <p>TODD: <a href="http://myspace.com/toddschroeder">myspace.com</a> </p> <p>Julie Halston's television credits include notable roles in "Sex and the City," where she played the character of "Bitsy von Muffling," "Law & Order," "My So-Called Life" and "Law & Order: Criminal Intent."</p> <p>She appeared in the feature films "A Very Serious Person," "The Juror," "Addams Family Values," "Joe Gould's Secret" and "Drunks," as well as the Woody Allen films "Small Time Crooks" and "Celebrity."</p> <p>A veteran of the stage, Halston's theater credits include Broadway revivals of "The Women," "Twentieth Century" and "The Man Who Came to Dinner." She also starred in the 2003 Tony Award winner for Best Musical, "Hairspray," the Tony Award nominee for Best Revival of a Musical, "Gypsy," and "White Chocolate" and "Red Scare on Sunset," both of which garnered her Drama Desk Award nominations for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play. In addition, she is a comedienne, winning four MAC awards for her solo comedy performances.</p> <p>LEGAL & BUSINESS CONTACT: <br />http://SamHarris.com <br />© All videos property of Sam Harris</p> </div> <a href="/blog/48018-the-end-of-war-and-the-end-of-days-in-new-york-city">Watch the video</a> http://bravenewfilms.org/blog/47646-sam-s-hot-and-sweaty-new-york-city-lullaby-of-birdland 2008-10-12T02:45:34Z SamHarris <object width="375" height="308"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/Iev_PhABaak&border=0&rel=0"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/Iev_PhABaak&border=0&rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="375" height="308"></embed></object> <a href="/blog/47646-sam-s-hot-and-sweaty-new-york-city-lullaby-of-birdland"><img src="http://bravenewfilms.org/pictures/medium/57096" width="140" height="105" border="0" align="left" style="border: solid 1px black;" /></a> <div class="post_content"> <p>► <a href="http://samharris.com/free">samharris.com</a> </p> <p>Sam takes a NYC train in the heat, and drags you through the not so fresh feeling subway. </p> <p>We go backstage of Birdland with Todd Schroeder and Brooke Lundy, (also a Star Search victim!), singing backup.</p> <p>Sam tells a dirty joke, and the obligatory laughs follow. </p> <p>Live performance follows.</p> <p>Sam is at BIRDLAND until 8/2. <br />TICKETS: <a href="http://birdlandjazz.com">birdlandjazz.com</a> </p> <p>FREE is on iTunes at <a href="http://SamTUNES.net">SamTUNES.net</a> </p> <p>Songs from "Free" on MySpace!: <br />http://MySpace.com/SamHarrisMusic</p> <p>TODD: <a href="http://myspace.com/toddschroeder">myspace.com</a> </p> <p>BROOKE: <a href="http://myspace.com/brookelundyband">myspace.com</a> </p> <p>Birdland History...</p> <p>Ever since most of Chicago's top musicians moved to New York in the mid-to-late 1920s, New York City has been the Jazz Mecca. Nearly every major jazz style of the past seventy years has been initiated in the Big Apple.</p> <p>It was Charlie Parker, familiarly known to his fans and fellow musicians as "Bird," a contraction of Yardbird, his formal nickname, who was the dynamic creative personality and genius of the alto saxophone who served as the inspiration for Birdland.</p> <p>When the original Birdland opened fifty-eight years ago in December, 1949, Charlie Parker was the headliner and the club was located on Broadway, a few blocks west of 52nd Street, which was a hotbed of jazz in the 1930s and 40s.</p> <p>Miraculously, just as the scene on 52nd Street caved in, Birdland was born and quickly came to prominence. For the next fifteen years, the club's survival formula was built upon memorable double and triple bills, commencing at 9 p.m. and sometimes lasting 'til dawn. Click here to view memorabilia from the original Birdland.</p> <p>In addition to Bird, many jazz legends were regulars at the club. Count Basie and his smokin' big band made Birdland their New York headquarters, eventually recording George Shearing's "Lullaby of Birdland" live at the club. John Coltrane's classic Quartet regularly appeared at the club in the early 1960s, recording "Live at Birdland." And the infamous Symphony Sid Torin made a name for himself broadcasting live from the club to radio listeners up and down the eastern seaboard.</p> <p>In its first five years of existence, 1,400,000 paid the $1.50 admission to make their way either right to the cabaret section or left to the intense listening bullpen to hear Birdland's attractions and sample its atmosphere. Given the artists on the bill, that comes as no surprise. Birdland's booking history reads like a who's who of jazz: Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Thelonious Monk, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Bud Powell, Stan Getz, Lester Young, Erroll Garner, and many, many others.</p> <p>Considering the excitement that Birdland generated on a daily basis, it's no surprise that the club attracted its share of celebrities. Regulars to the nightly festivities included such household names as Gary Cooper, Marilyn Monroe, Frank Sinatra, Joe Louis, Marlene Dietrich, Ava Gardner, Sammy Davis, Jr. and Sugar Ray Robinson.</p> <p>As Allan Morrison, the long-time editor of Ebony once put it, "Birdland was both a cultural vantage point and a barometer of trends where all the big names in jazz performed."</p> <p>But as a new popular music, Rock & Roll emerged, Birdland's fortunes declined in the 60's and its doorswere closed on Broadway and 52nd in 1965. After many 5 am nights, the club needed to take a nap.</p> <p>Birdland awoke uptown in 1986 at 2745 Broadway, on the corner 105th Street. The uptown Birdland was triangular. The stage was in the narrow center, and as the triangle widened, there was a bar with small tables. No musicians would deny the unique acoustics this setup produced. In ten years, more than 2,000 emerging artists performed at the club. On many occasions, artists who performed at the original club on 52nd street graced the stage of the second version of Birdland as well.</p> <p>Now, half a century later, the Birdland banner has been reborn in midtown and called, "close to perfection for serious fans and musicians," by The New York Times. After a decade of neighborhood success on the Upper West Side, John decided to move the club back to Midtown. The new Birdland offers top-flight jazz in a world class setting, good sight lines and acoustics, elbow room, and a menu ripe with award winning Southern Cuisine.</p> <p>Since the reemergence of the club, midtown Manhattan has been treated to some of the best jazz on the planet, including memorable sets by such musicians as Oscar Peterson, Pat Metheny, Diana Krall, Roy Haynes, Michel Legrand, Pat Martino, Tony Williams, Hank Jones, Michel Petrucciani, John Pizzarelli, John Scofield, Phoebe Snow, Dave Holland, and Tito Puente, as well as the big bands of Chico O'Farrill, Toshiko Akiyoshi, and Maria Schneider.</p> <p>LEGAL & BUSINESS CONTACT: <br />http://SamHarris.com <br />© All videos property of Sam Harris</p> </div> <a href="/blog/47646-sam-s-hot-and-sweaty-new-york-city-lullaby-of-birdland">Watch the video</a> http://bravenewfilms.org/blog/46394-sam-harris-raw-making-the-limited-edition-dvd-for-sam-s-new-cd-free-with-hotties 2008-10-12T02:45:35Z SamHarris <object width="375" height="308"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/S0v5voiF2sY&border=0&rel=0"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/S0v5voiF2sY&border=0&rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="375" height="308"></embed></object> <a href="/blog/46394-sam-harris-raw-making-the-limited-edition-dvd-for-sam-s-new-cd-free-with-hotties"><img src="http://bravenewfilms.org/pictures/medium/54575" width="140" height="105" border="0" align="left" style="border: solid 1px black;" /></a> <div class="post_content"> <p>► <a href="http://samharris.com/free">samharris.com</a> </p> <p>DVD is ONLY guaranteed to pre-orders before July 22!</p> <p>If there are any DVDs left on July 22, the price of the combo will be raised! Order NOW!: <a href="http://samharris.com/free">samharris.com</a> </p> <p>Sam is in the with "hotties" Jeromy and Sebastian talking about the DVD and what will be compiled for your viewing pleasure. </p> <p>ALL TOP 8 "War On War" CONTEST VIDEOS WILL BE ON THE DVD! Congratulations Finalists!</p> <p><a href="http://jeromyrobert.com">jeromyrobert.com</a> <br />... sadly, there are no nude photos of Jeromy there, sorry.</p> <p>With the pre-order for the new cd, "Free," you not only are the first to get the cd hot off the presses, but also a DVD containing: <br />Interview footage of Sam talking about each song on the cd. <br />Behind-the-scenes footage in the making of "Free." <br />Footage of Sam recording songs in the studio. <br />The prize winning Music Video of "War on War." <br />The first 2500 orders will be signed by Sam! (Pre-orders only) <br />This exclusive Limited Edition combination offer is yours for only $18.99 including shipping fees!</p> <p>CD will be released on July 22nd. We have already surpassed the 2500 sale mark, but Sam has promised to sign every CD order of "Free" that is placed before July 22. Only pre-orders are guaranteed to be signed and to receive the bonus DVD. Please allow extra time for shipment as it will take a while for Sam to get stock to sign,and then ship it with your DVD.</p> <p>Available NOW on iTunes at <a href="http://SamTUNES.net">SamTUNES.net</a> </p> <p>LISTEN NOW! <br />... Songs from "Free" can be found in full, playing in rotation, <br />on Sam's MySpace page!: <br />http://MySpace.com/SamHarrisMusic</p> <p>Thanks to everyone for your support of the new CD, the "War On War" video contest, and your steadfast ambition getting Sam's song "Change Is On The Way" to the Barack Obama for President campaign and the Democratic National Convention!</p> <p>Some recent links to catch you up with Sam stuff!...</p> <p>If you pre-order Sam's new CD "FREE" before July 22, your CD will be shipped free, signed by Sam, and you will also get a bonus DVD of behind the scenes footage, interviews, and of course, exclusive performances. Only from this link: <br />http://samharris.com/free</p> <p>President Barack Obama! Song Tribute <br />CHANGE IS ON THE WAY!: <br />http://youtube.com/watch?v=RxvzNBqDrfQ</p> <p>CHANGE IS ON THE WAY | Sam Harris | Free | Lyrics <br />http://youtube.com/watch?v=45O-sXm7LYw</p> <p>FREE | Sam Harris | Free | Lyrics <br />http://youtube.com/watch?v=Z12flVVSiYs</p> <p>--------------------------------------</p> <p>Sam will be performing the title track from his new album, "Free" on THE VIEW on ABC on JULY 23, where he will gab with Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sherri Shepherd, Elisabeth Hasselbeck, and the legendary Barbara Walters!</p> <p>While in New York City, Sam will be performing at BIRDLAND for four nights! <br />TICKETS: <a href="http://www.birdlandjazz.com">www.birdlandjazz.com</a> </p> <p>--------------------------------------</p> <p>► <a href="http://AskSamHarris.com">AskSamHarris.com</a> <br />... ask Sam anything, and he'll reply via a vlog.</p> <p>► <a href="http://SamHarris.com/answers">SamHarris.com</a> <br />... answer link from the "Ask Sam Harris" series.</p> <p>► <a href="http://MySpace.com/SamHarrisMusic">MySpace.com</a> <br />... keep up to date, and be Sam's MySpace friend!</p> <p>► <a href="http://SamTUNES.net">SamTUNES.net</a> <br />... to download Sam Harris songs and full albums.</p> <p>► <a href="http://SamHarris.com">SamHarris.com</a> <br />... information, biography, discography and buy cds.</p> <p>LEGAL & BUSINESS CONTACT: <br />http://SamHarris.com/contact.htm <br />© All videos property of Sam Harris</p> <p>--</p> </div> <a href="/blog/46394-sam-harris-raw-making-the-limited-edition-dvd-for-sam-s-new-cd-free-with-hotties">Watch the video</a> http://bravenewfilms.org/blog/3420-the-colbert-report-a-rare-behind-the-scenes-look 2008-06-08T15:31:35Z Veracifier <object width="375" height="308"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/DfiL2hpnmZ0&border=0&rel=0"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/DfiL2hpnmZ0&border=0&rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="375" height="308"></embed></object> <a href="/blog/3420-the-colbert-report-a-rare-behind-the-scenes-look"><img src="http://bravenewfilms.org/pictures/medium/2690" width="140" height="105" border="0" align="left" style="border: solid 1px black;" /></a> <div class="post_content"> <p>Talking Points Memo TV recently went with Senator John Kerry on a trip to the Colbert Report. This is the behind the scenes footage from Senator Kerry&#39;s guest appearance. <a href="http://www.veracifier.com/episode/TPMTV_9">See the entire episode</a>.</p> </div> <a href="/blog/3420-the-colbert-report-a-rare-behind-the-scenes-look">Watch the video</a> http://bravenewfilms.org/blog/70-pursuing-the-war-profiteers-for-interviews 2008-10-04T06:59:22Z jgilliam <object width="375" height="308"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/JZ83keKiLiE&border=0&rel=0"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/JZ83keKiLiE&border=0&rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="375" height="308"></embed></object> <a href="/blog/70-pursuing-the-war-profiteers-for-interviews"><img src="http://bravenewfilms.org/pictures/medium/73" width="140" height="105" border="0" align="left" style="border: solid 1px black;" /></a> <div class="post_content"> <p>The producers of "Iraq for Sale: The War Profiteers" trying to get interviewes with Blackwater, CACI, Titan and Halliburton's CEOs. All refused.</p> </div> <a href="/blog/70-pursuing-the-war-profiteers-for-interviews">Watch the video</a> http://bravenewfilms.org/blog/45-the-making-of-iraq-for-sale 2008-10-10T11:29:52Z jgilliam <object width="375" height="308"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/GqeomeOIVdA&border=0&rel=0"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/GqeomeOIVdA&border=0&rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="375" height="308"></embed></object> <a href="/blog/45-the-making-of-iraq-for-sale"><img src="http://bravenewfilms.org/pictures/medium/48" width="140" height="105" border="0" align="left" style="border: solid 1px black;" /></a> <div class="post_content"> <p>A behind the scenes look at the documentary "Iraq for Sale: The War Profiteers." Robert Greenwald and the Brave New Films crew explain how the project began and took on a life of it's own.</p> </div> <a href="/blog/45-the-making-of-iraq-for-sale">Watch the video</a> http://bravenewfilms.org/blog/631-behind-fox-attacks 2008-10-09T16:56:55Z jessehaff <object width="375" height="308"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/qkr9UsoZxnI&border=0&rel=0"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/qkr9UsoZxnI&border=0&rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="375" height="308"></embed></object> <a href="/blog/631-behind-fox-attacks"><img src="http://bravenewfilms.org/pictures/medium/161" width="140" height="105" border="0" align="left" style="border: solid 1px black;" /></a> <div class="post_content"> <p>Watch this video for a behind the scenes look at how <a href="http://bravenewfilms.org">Brave New Films</a>, <a href="http://MoveOn.org">MoveOn.org</a> and the grassroots came together to help stop both Fox News Democratic presidential debates.</p> </div> <a href="/blog/631-behind-fox-attacks">Watch the video</a>