Author: vfaubert

He’s a Show Biz Legend. He both created and hosted The Tonight Show. He’s written 36 books, over 4,000 songs, and recorded some 40 albums. Is it any wonder then that Steve Allen was inducted into the TV Academy’s Hall of Fame. As Andy Williams once said, “Steve Allen does so many things, he’s the only man I know who’s listed on every one of the Yellow Pages.” And, Steve Allen is the only T.V. comedian from the Golden Age of Comedy of the 50’s, still making frequent T.V. appearances.…

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Curt Gunther Photographs The Beatles If you were lucky enough to get tickets, it was the hottest tour of the summer of ’64. It was the Beatles first American tour. Curt Gunther was there. He photographed the Beatles both on and offstage as they criss-crossed their way through the U.S. He shares his photos with us in the newly published book “Beatles ’64: A Hard Days Night In America” (Doubleday Books). Q – How did you hook up with the Beatles? A – I met them the first time they…

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His songs have been recorded by Rock Legends such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Bob Dylan. He launched his musical career in 1961, when he recorded his first song, “Sally Sue Brown,” in a makeshift studio above a Florence, Alabama, drugstore. His name is — Arthur Alexander. Alexander has just released his first album in 20 years! Titled “Lonely Just Like Me”, you can find it on the Elektra Nonesuch American Explorer Series label. Q – Mr. Alexander, how does it feel to be back in the music…

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Welcome to this exclusive interview with the legendary actor and producer Douglas Fairbanks Jr. I’m your host, Gary James, and today we’ll be delving into the life and career of one of Hollywood’s most iconic figures. From his early days in the film industry to his later years as a producer and philanthropist, Douglas Fairbanks Jr. has left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment. So sit back, relax, and join us as we explore the fascinating story of this remarkable man. Q – Mr. Fairbanks, it must be…

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Buffy Sainte-Marie made her recording debut in the 60’s. Here we are 30 years later, and Buffy is still recording! Buffy’s latest release, “Coincidence and Likely Stories” (Ensign Records) is her first in, count ’em, 14 years!!! Q – You wrote the song “Up Where We Belong” from the movie “An Officer and a Gentleman.” A – I co-wrote it. Q – How long did it take you to write your part? A – Oh, I don’t know, two minutes I guess. It was just a song that popped into…

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She was a member of Andy Warhol’s famed New York City club Max’s Kansas City during it’s heyday, and was married to New York Dolls lead singer David Johansen (aka Buster Poindexter) and Aerosmiths Steven Tyler. She met and knew all the rock stars including Lou Reed, Iggy Pop, David Bowie, John Lennon, Led Zeppelin, The Kinks, The Rolling Stones and Rod Stewart. Her name is Cyrinda Foxe-Tyler and she chronicles her story in the book “Dream on, Livin On The Edge With Steve Tyler And Aerosmith.” (Dove Books). We…

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