Year: 2014
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Roy Orbison’s Final Album Re-Released
Roy Orbison was a good friend. We struck up a friendship when concert business partner Les Vogt and I booked Roy for his first concert outside of the U.S. in 1962. He played the Garden Auditorium at the PNE. This from Howie Vickers: “I put together a band and we were the opening act for…
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Elvis and RCA logo, 1955
I have been an Elvis Presley fan since the early days. This rare Elvis photo shows him “shakin’ all over” onstage in 1955. Notice the RCA sign overhead and the large “Nipper” logo used by RCA under the title of “His Master’s Voice” (HMV). RCA Victor used this insignia with permission from the British company. It…
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Beatlemania Returns To The PNE
This August 22, the PNE will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Beatles‘ only appearance in Vancouver. This was also historic as it was the first time for a concert by the Beatles in Canada. The PNE’s anniversary tribute to the Fab Four features three tribute artists to open the show including Jackie DeShannon,…
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The Passing Of Time And Friends
This past week we lost a few friends. Movie star Mickey Rooney checked out at age 93. It has been reported that his net worth at death was a mere $18,000. Sad when you consider he was the big box office attraction at the movies in the 30s and 40s. Mickey spent some time in…
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Return Of The Diner!
A nice article in the Vancouver Sun over the weekend. My thanks to Mark Leiren-Young for the write-up: “The Arts Club brings back another local favourite when The Red Rock Diner flicks on the open sign at the Granville Island Stage June 19 to August 2; tickets and info at artsclub.com, a musical inspired by…
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Bobby Darin Dream Car, 1960
Our generation loved cars. Each model had its own distinct look, unlike the “wind tunnel cars” of today. Here’s a most interesting story about Bobby Darin and this spectacular hand made automobile. I know when Bobby visited my studio at KGW/Portland that was one of the main topics of discussion. However, this car must have…
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Welcome, Applewood KIA!
Scott Hazelton of Applewood KIA in Surrey and Langley is a major sponsor of Red Rock Diner on AM 650. Scott is a most affable man and a dedicated car dealer. The KIA line-up is most impressive. Welcome to the show, Scott!
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Jack Kyle Rolls Home
[jwplayer player=”1″ mediaid=”4087″] Jack Kyle, one of Vancouver radio’s most well-known on-air personalities, has passed away. He was one of the leading deejays in the golden era of radio. He and Jack Cullen helped keep CKNW on top for years. They were true characters, but very talented. Kyle was an inspiration for me as he…
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Hudson Mack Signs Off, For Now
CTV Vancouver Island news anchor Hudson Mack is leaving this week. A true professional. What the hell… he is just 54, too young to retire! Being cynical about broadcasting in this day and age I hope the decision was his and his alone. The brilliant accountants who run radio might be thinking “hey, we can…
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Concerts At Sea Pics
Looking back at the Concerts at Sea cruise aboard the Caribbean Princess I can’t believe that I have been there and back. It was a 7 day cruise featuring Paul Revere and the Raiders, B.J. Thomas, The Cowsills, Mary Wilson of the Supremes and The Drifters. My friend Bill Holland sent me a group of…