George Michael News from October-December 2001
December 30, 2001
Up for Bids
A YOGfriend is selling:
Both are available through ebay.
Yours Only George Updated
I just wanted to let everyone know that I have added more
than 30 new links in the following categories:
Happy New Year
It looks like this will be my last post for this year so
I'll leave you with some new links to enjoy.
December 29, 2001
Chart Talk
Chart
Talk says that "FastLove" was a seven-week #1 in 1996.
George Michael Posters
If you're looking for George Michael posters, take a look
at the new posters page.
December 28, 2001
If Only They'd Kept Their Mouths Shut!
George Michael is one of the responses in "If
Only They'd Kept Their Mouths Shut!"
December 27, 2001
Critics May Say No, No, but Fans Love 'Yes, Dear'
What do George Michael and Lawrence Welk have in common?
Well, nothing, but you can read about the two in "Critics
May Say No, No, but Fans Love 'Yes, Dear'."
December 26, 2001
Articles
I spent a little time surfing the web and found these interesting
articles:
December 25, 2001
Happy Christmas!
Music-label Sites Losing to Gray Market
These articles are the same but come from different sources.
Both include a reference to George.
Colin Paterson Knows It's Christmas without any Aid
Band-Aid and George are mentioned in "Colin
Paterson Knows It's Christmas without any Aid."
Fat's Nasty
George's rendition of "I Can't Make You Love Me"
is noted in "Fat's
Nasty."
December 24, 2001
Time to Unwrap a Corr
Simply the Best ’80s includes a song by Wham!, according
to "Time
to Unwrap a Corr."
December 21, 2001
"Last Christmas"
It's that time of year again. "Last Christmas"
is getting a lot of press:
December 20, 2001
Williams Books His Place for Christmas Top Spot
George is once again mentioned in a Robbie Williams' article,
this time in "Williams
Books His Place for Christmas Top Spot."
December 19, 2001
Pop Idol
Here are a couple more links on Pop Idol:
Cliff Slams 'Jealous' George's Song Slur
If you missed the original article, here it is again: "Cliff
Slams 'Jealous' George's Song Slur."
December 18, 2001
Pop Idol
I guess it's difficult to live up to George's rendition
of "A Different Corner."
Frank, He Ain't
George gets mentioned in a Robbie Williams' article again,
this time in "Frank,
He Ain't."
George Michael Torna Negli Wham. Sì, Però...
"George
Michael Torna Negli Wham. Sì, Però..." translates to "George
Michael returns in Wham. Yes, but..." In reading the translation
of this article, I think it's saying that George and Andrew are still
friends but they will not be reuniting. If anyone has a better translation,
I'd appreciate it.
I also noticed the following older articles on George:
December 17, 2001
Cliff Slams 'Jealous' George's Song Slur
George's comments about the "Millennium Prayer"
did not sit well with Cliff Richards. Read more in "Cliff
Slams 'Jealous' George's Song Slur."
Do You Remember All These Other Christmas No 1s ?
George is noted for his contribution to "Do They Know
It's Christmas" in "Do
You Remember All These Other Christmas No 1s?"
December 16, 2001
Elton and Me
George is called a "bore" in the article "Elton
and Me."
Yours Only George Links Updated
I just wanted to let everyone know that I have added 40
new links in the following categories:
We now have more than 500 links! Also, I have looked through
the Articles and Miscellaneous links and removed any links that don't
work anymore.
Holiday Specials Make for Feel-good TV
"Pavarotti and Friends" (with George) will be on Bravo
at 7 p.m. on December 20, according to "Holiday
Specials Make for Feel-good TV."
December 15, 2001
George Michael to release single in February
According to the Ananova article "George
Michael to release single in February," George's next single
will be released to radio in January and to the CD-buying public in February.
Take That
What has Pepsi Demacque (of Pepsi and Shirlie) up to these
days? Find out in "Take
That."
Arrival of George Michael's Pal May Lead to NZ Tour
Pepsi Demacque says that George is likely to tour with the
release of the new album. See more in "Arrival
of George Michael's Pal May Lead to NZ Tour."
City diary
"City
diary" includes a reference to karaoke of "Wake Me Up Before
You Go-Go."
December 14, 2001
Vote for the Best Christmas Song Ever
Vote for "Last Christmas" as the best
Christmas song ever.
Today In History for Wednesday, December 12, 2001
On
December 12, 1987, George Michael topped the pop singles chart with
"Faith."
December 13, 2001
Has Robbie Got It All Sewn Up?
According to "Has
Robbie Got It All Sewn Up?" BTH are aiming to be the first Latvian
act to have a hit in the UK charts with their dance version of Wham's
"Last Christmas."
The Reggae Christmas Hits Album
Let's all have a Reggae "Last Christmas." Ya,
mon! See more in the review for The
Reggae Christmas Hits Album.
December 12, 2001
This Day in Music
"Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me," was #1
ten years ago today.
Pop Idol Gareth says Rik and Zoe are Biggest Threats
According to "Pop
Idol Gareth says Rik and Zoe are Biggest Threats," Gareth will
be singing "Last Christmas."
December 11, 2001
Mariah Grabs a Little Glitter
According to Mariah
Grabs a Little Glitter, Max Beesley, an actor in Glitter, has
provided percussion, keyboard and backing vocals for such big name acts
as George Michael, Take That and Jamiroquai.
Pop CD Review
Christmas on Death Row sounds "more like a yuletide
singalong at George Michael's chalet in Gstaad" than hip hop, according
to a "Pop
CD Review."
Caught!
Evidently, George's PR after his arrest was good enough
to get commended in the article "Caught!"
December 10, 2001
Little Chef Reveals The Celebrities We Fantasize About
YOGfriend ioggie directs us to: "Little
Chef Reveals The Celebrities We Fantasize About."
Moulin Rouge
This review of the Moulin
Rouge soundtrack includes a reference to the Philhamonia Orchestra
version of George Michael's cover of 'Roxanne'.
Cool? Not Any More
Is George cool? Find out in "Cool?
Not Any More."
Gap, Millennium, Dynegy, and... Boy George?
An article on investments calls George's 80s music "weak."
Find out more in "Gap,
Millennium, Dynegy, and... Boy George?"
December 8, 2001
Gift of the Gab
Singer Gabrielle grew up listening to Michael Jackson, Adam
and The Ants, Lisa Stansfield, Chaka Khan, and Wham!, according to "Gift
of the Gab."
December 7, 2001
New Band's Introduction is 'Smooth'
Limp Bizkit made it big with "Faith" and now Alien
Ant Farm is doing it with Michael Jackson's "Smooth Criminal,"
according to "New
Band's Introduction is 'Smooth'"
Partners in Prime
George Michael's farewall phone call to Richard and Judy
is once again mentioned, this time in "Partners
in Prime."
Planet Barton
Who sang Faith? Why George Michael, of course! See the
question and answer in this quiz: Planet
Barton.
December 6, 2001
Outrage over Geri's Links to Anti-abortion, Anti-gay Group
"Outrage
over Geri's Links to Anti-abortion, Anti-gay Group" includes
a reference to Geri's support of George after his "outing."
Wham! in the News
Wham! represents the 80s in:
Simon Napier-Bell in the News
Former Wham! manager Simon Napier-Bell is mentioned in:
December 5, 2001
Name of this Game is Game of the Name
What do you get when you combine sports and music names
the way Jeopardy does its Before and After? George Michael Jordan, according
to "Name
of this Game is Game of the Name."
Who Do You Think You Are, Robbie?
Robbie's version of "Freedom" is noted in "Who
Do You Think You Are, Robbie?"
On the Waterfront
George has visited the nightspot, Les Caves du Roy,"
according to "On
the Waterfront."
December 4, 2001
Focus: Greece
George is the "G" in the alphabet soup of "Focus:
Greece."
Novelty Singers
George and Celine Dion get a mention in "Novelty
Singers."
December 3, 2001
"Freeek"
George Michael's official
site now has information on George's new song "Freeek" in
the news section.
December 2, 2001
George's New Deal
Here are some more articles:
Sean Combs, MTV Stress AIDS Prevention
What do George Michael, Ricky Martin, and Sean Combs have
in common? Find out in "Sean
Combs, MTV Stress AIDS Prevention."
Harvey Lashes-out Pop Rivals
In "Harvey
Lashes-out Pop Rivals," former East 17 vocalist Brian Harvey
says, "You put me up on a TV show next to George Michael, Craig David,
whoever you like, and I'd blow them apart. I'm not a boy band with a stupid
little weak voice singing, 'Ooh, I love you'."
What the Stars Really Want for Christmas
Joanna Lumley is looking for a George Michael CD in her
Christmas stocking, according to "What
the Stars Really Want for Christmas."
Gotta Get Thru This
This
reviewer says Daniel Bedingfield "like a cross between George
Michael and Chris Moyles."
Yours Only George Hits 400,000!
A few days ago, I noticed that Yours Only George has had
more than 400,000 visitors to its main page in the last 3.5 years. Thanks
for everyone who visits!
December 1, 2001
Do You Remember? January 1983 - Going for It
Relive the early days of Wham! in "Do
You Remember? January 1983 - Going for It."
Johnny A Go Go
At the Johnny A Go
Go blog, there's a short commentary on whether it's okay to like George
Michael.
Celebs with Ants in their Pants
"Celebs
with Ants in their Pants" is about "seven stages of celebrity
property purchase." George is mentioned in two stages.
He's the Boss Now
Is "He's
the Boss Now" implying that George ripped off the Boss? I think
not.
World DJ Day Announced
George Michael is mentioned as a patron of Nordoff-Robbins
in "World
DJ Day Announced."
November 30, 2001
Universal
George's deal with Universal is getting more press:
Top Marks
Shopping at Marks & Spencer is "a way of safeguarding
against turning up in the same thing as George Michael," says Boy
George.
C-Dub is Not in the Hizz-ouse
"Wham Rap!" gets a few lines in "C-Dub
is Not in the Hizz-ouse."
Is Yoga the New Religion?
No George isn't doing yoga -- well at least not to my knowledge!
"Is
Yoga the New Religion?" is an article that includes a piece about
how Geri Halliwell learned about yoga. George was at the same party.
Jeff Magill Looks at the Latest Chart Releases
In "Jeff
Magill Looks at the Latest Chart Releases," the reviewer notes
that fan reaction to project like George's Songs from the Last Century
and Robbie Williams' recent effort may only get a lukewarm response.
November 29, 2001
Be in a BBC Programme about George Michael
This information was posted in the message
board so I thought I'd also include it here.
Brighter Pictures, one of the UK's most exciting and innovative TV production
companies, are currently making a programme for the BBC about George Michael.
'For The Record' is a 6-part series examining crucial moments in the lives
of celebrities, and the first part of the series will focus on George's
arrest for lewd conduct in 1998. As George's most loyal fans, we want
to hear YOUR reactions to the event -- where were you when you heard about
the incident? How did you feel at the time? And what has kept you loyal
to George through all the fuss and media frenzy?
Our team will be filming in Los Angeles next week, December 3-5, and we
want to meet fans from the area who can share their thoughts and feelings
about this huge moment in the life of a pop legend. If you're interested
in telling your story on a prime-time programme with an anticipated audience
of millions, then e-mail leah@brighter.co.uk
-- now!
'Too Gay'
The Pope has deemed George Michael and Elton John 'too gay'
to perform at the Vatican’s Christmas bash, according to "Pop
Bites." (Thanks to the anonymous person who sent this link in.)
Make It Wham!
Make It Wham! (George Michael's Tribute band) is playing
November 29 at The Jazz Hole (small pub), via Biancamano 80, and on Saturday,
December 1 at Mahalia (wine bar), via Ilia 10. These gigs will be completely
acoustic (voice, backing vocals, piano, guitar, contrabass and percussions)
and free.
Stars in Their Eyes
Here's yet another reference to Scott Wright playing George
in "Stars
in Their Eyes."
November 28, 2001
New Single and New Record Company
Like I expected, major George news was announced while I
was away.
I have about 10 other news stories to post and will post
those later today and tomorrow.
Beatlemania
George's purchase of John Lennon's piano is mentioned in
the following articles:
Pop Idol's Big Rik to Sing about Ruined Love-Life
George's rendition of "I Can't Make You Love Me"
is mentioned in "Pop
Idol's Big Rik to Sing about Ruined Love-Life."
November 25, 2001
Spirit of Queen's Freddie Mercury Lives on
George Michael is one of the musical listed as being influenced
by Freddie Mercury. See more in "Spirit
of Queen's Freddie Mercury Lives on."
Robbie Williams - Swing When You're Winning
George is mentioned in "Robbie
Williams - Swing When You're Winning."
The Power Behind Pop
Rob Davis calls George a "genius" in "The
Power Behind Pop."
The Beatle-beaters
Older is in the latest list
of the top 100 albums of all time according to the article, "The
Beatle-beaters."
Stars in their Own Eyes
Frank Sinatra's letter to George is noted in "Stars
in their Own Eyes."
Next News Flash Update
I'm taking a few days off to see the Rock
and Roll Hall of Fame so the News Flash will not be updated until
Wednesday. I think there's some big George news that's going to hit the
press in the next few days. I'll update the site as soon as I can.
November 24, 2001
George Joke on Will & Grace
Shannon and Charles wrote in tell us that George was mentioned
on Thursday night's Will & Grace episode:
Jack's stepfather told Jack's son Elliot that when he gave Jack a football
as a kid, he used to place it under his shirt and tell everyone he was
pregnant with George Michael's baby.
Richard and Judy
Richard and Judy have said that they would love to have
George Michael on their new show:
Geri Halliwell Finds God
Geri Halliwell has fallen out with friends like George and
is now turning to God, according to "Geri
Halliwell Finds God."
November 23, 2001
Xmas Skin Crap On Your Lawn
Demand a "garden George Michael." Intrigued? Read
more in "Xmas Skin Crap
On Your Lawn."
100 reasons to argue - the VH1 vote
"Older" is #47 on the "100
reasons to argue - the VH1 vote."
Sob Stories: Seeking Public Sympathy
George is listed as one who has received public sympathy
after controversy: "Sob
Stories: Seeking Public Sympathy."
November 22, 2001
The Thrill is Gone
In a review of Michael Jackson's new album the the reviewer
makes a comment about the "George Michael-ish 'Cry'"in "The
Thrill is Gone"
November 21, 2001
Record Companies 'Rush to Sign Acts'
Wow, an actual article on George. I think I'm in shock.
Check out "Record
Companies 'Rush to Sign Acts'" to get information on which record
labels are courting George.
Stars in their Eyes
Stars in their Eyes is getting quite a bit of press:
Robbie's rat pack tribute
George is once again listed as a celebrity attending Robbie
Williams' recent concert: "Robbie's
rat pack tribute."
November 20, 2001
How the Mighty have Fallen
George is mentioned in this tidbit
about Robbie Williams.
Who's that Girl Madge?
Sam Kingston will play George Michael in "Stars
in their Eyes."
Robbie Williams' Swing When You're Winning
A review for Robbie
Williams' Swing When You're Winning compares Robbie's effort
to George's, saying that George fell "flat" on Songs From
The Last Century."
November 19, 2001
What You May Not Know About
George is mentioned in an article about Elton John entitled
"What
You May Not Know About."
Celebrity Profile Saturday
Michael Parkinson's interview with George is noted in "Celebrity
Profile Saturday."
November 18, 2001
Franks for all the Memories, Rob
George is once again mentioned for being in the audience
at Robbie
Williams' show.
This Day in Music for November 17, 2001
On November 17, 1984, "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go"
reached the number
one position.
November 17, 2001
Make It Wham!
Gerry writes in to tell us:
On the 29th of November MAKE IT WHAM! (George Michael's
Tribute Band) will have a free acoustic gig in a small pub in Rome (Italy).
The Jazz Hole (that's the name of the pub) is in via Biancamano 80 and
the concert starts at 22.30.
Wham! Easy Listening?
There is a comment about Wham! being "easy listening"
on GloriousNoise.
November 16, 2001
Stage where Lennon met McCartney up for sale
George's purchase of John Lennon's piano is noted in "Stage
where Lennon met McCartney up for sale."
Yours Only George Links Updated
I just wanted to let everyone know that I have added about
20 new links in the following categories:
November 15, 2001
You've been framed
Alyson Magee has designed some of George's glasses, according
to "You've
been framed."
Spin City and Wham!
Danielle writes in to tell us that "Spin City"
had dialogue about Wham!
New Fan-Created Site
Charles writes in to tell us about his new George
Michael page. It includes a discography, lyrics, and links.
November 14, 2001
Blast from the past
"Walk On By," a new series on the history of the
last 100 years of modern music on both sides of the Atlantic, begins on
Thursday, November 15, at 9.30pm on TV1. The first program will include
information on George, according to "Blast
from the past."
Zoolander Review
This review
of the movie Zoolander mentions "Wake Me Up Before You Go Go."
November 13, 2001
New Fan-Created Sites
I have found three new George Michael fan-created sites:
November 12, 2001
The Slim Shady Show Retail
"The
Slim Shady Show" pokes fun at George.
On Queer Street
George is noted for his arrest in the timeline "On
Queer Street."
November 10, 2001
Kiwi bird
According to "Kiwi
bird," George is careful about flying the unfriendly skies.
Uscirà in maggio il nuovo album di George Michael. Lo pubblicherà
la Sony?
I believe "Uscirà
in maggio il nuovo album di George Michael. Lo pubblicherà la Sony?"
is an Italian article on George's possible return to the Sony label.
November 9, 2001
George Plots Return to Sworn Enemy Sony
My, my, how times change. According to "George
Plots Return to Sworn Enemy Sony," an article in The Sun,
George may be returning to Sony to distribute his new album. George is
reportedly paying for all recording costs himself. The article goes on
to say that George has also talked with Polydor and Warner Music. The
new album, which is reported to be released in May, is a "Daft Punk-style
funky dance compilation."
I found this article through a cached link so I hope it's
still available by the time you read this notice.
George Michael compra un'altra casa
"George
Michael compra un'altra casa" is an Italian article on George's
new house.
November 8, 2001
AEGEAN Site Gets a New Look
George's official site gets another face lift. Now you can
play a couple of George songs (without George singing). The news has been
updated to say that a new single will be available in early 2002. For
more information, take a look at www.aegean.net.
(Thanks to Scott for letting me know.)
Elvis Costello plays gig for Liverpool compilation
Fans of Elvis Costello were treated to an "epic
medley" that included "Faith."
NME George E-card
While you're on the NME site (see above), why don't you
send a George
e-card to a friend.
Note to Self
This weblog
has some commentary on "Jesus to a Child."
November 7, 2001
Contract Killer
Dina Carroll joins the ranks of superstars like George who
wanted to renegotiate a contract. Read more in "Contract
Killer."
MediaBusiness
George is mentioned for this "mute rebellion"
during the later Sony years in "MediaBusiness."
Fiona McCade on the re-christening of Christmas
Will George Michael be singing "Last Luminos"
this Christmas? Probably not, but you can read about it in "Fiona
McCade on the re-christening of Christmas."
November 6, 2001
Band Aid
George is mentioned for his work in Band
Aid.
Vincens vill uppträda på gayklubb
I'm not sure what this article, "Vincens
vill uppträda på gayklubb," says but it mentions George.
Quarta-feira, Outubro 17, 2001
I'm not sure what this article, Quarta-feira,
Outubro 17, 2001, says either, but it's about George.
November 5, 2001
Limp Bizkit Boiler
Limp Bizkit does George again. A nu-metal version of George
Michael's "Faith" is on Boiler.
Strange Days after Kerry Thornely
One writer thinks that artists such as Prince, George Michael,
Courtney Love, and TLC are entitled to more fair treatment under the law.
See more in "Strange
Days after Kerry Thornely."
November 4, 2001
Missing and Found
A daughter is looking for her father who used to be George's
chauffer, according to "Missing
and Found."
Cassidy on life as teen idol
George's work with David Cassidy is mentioned in "Cassidy
on Life as Teen Idol."
Blue Blows the Blues Away
New boy band Blue has worked with Jonny Douglas who also
worked with George, according to "Blue
Blows the Blues Away."
November 3, 2001
The Final Wham!
Here is some information on what I think is a Wham! tribute
band called The Final Wham!
Italian Article
This Italian
article includes a review of a few George Michael sites.
November 2, 2001
Young and Healthy Play
The play "Young
and Healthy" starts out with the infamous Frank Sinatra letter
to George in the Los Angeles Times.
Deon Estus
This interview
with Davey Paton includes information about the recording of "Nikita,"
as well as what George said to Davey Paton.
November 1, 2001
Zoolander Review
You gotta love this reviewer
of the Zoolander film, who says, "That lovable 'Wake Me up
Before You Go-Go' gets played twice! To the history of pop culture, Wham!
is officially no longer just the butt of a lame joke that Chandler once
told on 'Friends.'"
Modern Legends
"Modern
Legends" is an article on Bananarama that mentions Andrew Ridgeley.
October 31, 2001
What a great mix
"Don't Let the Sun Go Down On Me" is mentioned
in "What
a great mix," a review of Simply The Best.
Freedom
Ever wake up with "Freedom" in your head? www.Caterina.net
has a bunch of blogs about "Freedom" and "Freedom 90.)
(Check out October 29.)
October 30, 2001
Destiny's Child spreads early holiday cheer
Listen to the beat of "Father Figure" in "Winter
Destiny" from the 8 Days of Christmas by Destiny's Child.
John's and Bolan's Children
Simon Napier-Bell and Wham! are mentioned in "John's
and Bolan's Children."
October 29, 2001
Futurama
George Michael was one of the characters in last night's
episode of Futurama.
Joining the Rat Pack
George is once again mentioned in a Robbie Williams' article:
"Joining
the Rat Pack."
October 27, 2001
Nye unoter hos EMI
George is once again mentioned for his association with
the Berrys -- "Nye
unoter hos EMI."
Pale denim - I like it, I like it
Andrew Rigeley is mentioned in the fashion article: "Pale
denim - I like it, I like it."
October 26, 2001
Flamboyant Berry Quits Virgin Music
George is again mentioned as one of the acts signed by Nancy
Berry, this time in "Flamboyant
Berry Quits Virgin Music" and "Top
executive leaves EMI."
October 25, 2001
George's New Chelsea Home
George has bought disc jockey Chris Evans' Chelsea home.
George, who formerly lived near Hampstead Heath, bought the house
for £7.25 million through Hobart Slater.
Steve Crayn
George is mentioned for his work with Steve Kent who is
now working with Steve
Crayn.
October 24, 2001
Technical Delays
The news for yesterday was not updated until late at night
because of technical problems with the site. Things appear to be working
fine now. If I have technical problems again, I will post the news in
the message
board until the problems are fixed.
Nancy Berry
George is again mentioned as one of the acts signed by Nancy
Berry:
Sir Jimmy takes step back in time with a special Top of
the Pops
The banning of "I Want Your Sex" is one example
of a handful of records which Top of the Pops banned in the interests
of "taste and decency." Read more in "Sir
Jimmy takes step back in time with a special Top of the Pops"
October 23, 2001
Madonna is the true mother of reinvention
The need to constantly change their image is the key to
the longevity of artists such as Kylie and George Michael, says Jackie
Brown in "
Madonna is the true mother of reinvention."
Shaft
George's caeser 'do gets mentioned in this review for the
movie Shaft.
Ex-Beatle Harrison set the stage for cause-rock spectacles
George is mentioned for his participation in Live Aid in
"Ex-Beatle
Harrison set the stage for cause-rock spectacles."
The Virgin BITCH ; Revealed
George is mentioned as one of the "upcoming" acts
signed by Ken Berry, British-born head of record giant EMI, in The
Virgin BITCH ; Revealed.
October 22, 2001
Do I Have To?
What do the dancing of The Communards, Ricky Martin, and George have
in common? Um, I'm still not sure, but you can find out more in "Do
I Have To?"
TV's rapid response unit
The animation show 2DTV included a skit where Elton John, George Michael,
and Geri Halliwell couldn't remember whose house they were in last week,
because they'd each got so many. Read more in "TV's
rapid response unit."
Manic Street Preachers
According to one review,
Manic Street Preachers sound like a reformed Wham! covering "Miss Europa
Disco Dancer."
Black Vinyl White Powder
Black Vinyl White Powder, the book by former
Wham! manager Simon Napier-Bell, gets four stars from SceneOne.
Andy Mangels
Writer Andy
Mangels lists George Michael as one of his favorite singers.
October 21, 2001
This Day in Music
According to This
Day in Music, George
Michael took Sony Records to court on October 21, 1992, in a fight
over his contract with the company; he lost the case in 1994.
The Ego is candid
According to "The
Ego is candid," Robbie Williams used to go up to George Michael
and Bono and recite his poetry.
The Weekender
George Michael's song "Freedom" is a choice in
The
Weekender news quiz.
Johnny Vegas
Comedian
Johnny Vegas sings "Club Tropicana" in his act.
October 20, 2001
Raunchy Gay ‘Truth Or Dare’ Computer Game Launches
A new gay truth or dare computer game includes a George
Michael mode. I wonder what that's all about? Read more in "Raunchy
Gay ‘Truth Or Dare’ Computer Game Launches."
Karaoke and "Everything She Wants"
I think it was the song "Everything She Wants"
that made these women go crazy.
(See October 14th.)
"Chestnut" in Zoolander Soundtrack
According to this
reviewer, "Chestnuts in original form include Wham!'s bouncy
'Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go'" in the Zoolander
soundtrack.
I Think I Will Mitch the Fashion Lesson
Hey, remember the big Choose Life Wham! t-shirts? They get
a mention in "I
Think I Will Mitch the Fashion Lesson."
October 19, 2001
Ringtones
A number of George Michael and Wham! ringtones are available
at UK Plus.
'Zoolander' monkeys around with mindlessness
Wham! is once again mentioned in an article about the movie
"Zoolander."
Dear Wolfgang
Wham! is mentioned in "Dear
Wolfgang."
Dylan Jones' column
The video for "Club Tropicana" is mentioned in
"Dylan
Jones' column."
October 18, 2001
Destiny's Child spreads early holiday cheer
It sounds like we'll be hearing a little bit of George's
work in the Christmas single from Destiny's Child, according to "Destiny's
Child spreads early holiday cheer." It says: "He (Destiny's
Child manager) has already picked Winter Paradise, a hearth-warming confection
that sways on the beat of George Michael's Father Figure, for the Christmas
2002 single."
Like father like son
Race driver Kurtis Roberts is sporting an earring on both
ears, reminiscent of pop star George Michael during his WHAM days,"
according to "Like
father like son."
Liquid Zu
A friend of mine wrote in to tell me about a great band
she knows called Liquid Zu. Since she introduced me to George's music,
she's gotta have good taste in music.
October 17, 2001
Unplugged on MTV
According to TVGUIDE, George's Unplugged will air today
at 1 a.m. It says: George Michael performs in a concert taped at Three
Mills Studio in London. Among the selections: "Freedom '90,"
"Everything She Wants," "Fast Love," "Praying
for Time," "Father Figure" and a cover of Bonnie Raitt's
"I Can't Make You Love Me."
Aristocrats of flamenco return
George's admiration of the Gipsy Kings is mentioned in
"Aristocrats
of flamenco return."
Burnt Copper
According to Burnt Copper,
"George Michael was way better (than Michael Jackson). And more
amusing."
October 16, 2001
Has Spitting Image finally found a worthy successor?
It looks like George can be "seen" on 2DTV,
according to "Has
Spitting Image finally found a worthy successor?"
October 15, 2001
The boldest swinger
George is once again mentioned in a Robbie Williams article,
this time in "The
boldest swinger."
Stuart Price welcomes a South Bank jubilee
George gets a mention in "Stuart
Price welcomes a South Bank jubilee."
In France no one gazumps, but the paparazzi
get dumped Diary of an estate agent
George's home in the Riviera is
mentioned in the article "In
France no one gazumps, but the paparazzi get dumped Diary of an estate
agent."
October 14, 2001
Web without Prejudice
Web without
Prejudice is a French site with a biography, news, links, photos,
and lyrics.
LollyPopAngel
LollyPopAngel
is a French site dedicated to George with photos, lyrics, forum, biography,
and discography.
Barnes & Noble Free Shipping
If you're looking to finish off your George Michael collection,
Barnes & Noble has free shipping.
October 13, 2001
People Magazine - "Celebrating the 80s"
The special People Magazine, "Celebrating
the 80s," includes a two-page photo of Live Aid, including George,
and a photo of Wham! along with a paragraph description.
Shades for a Day
George's shades went for £702 at Shades
for a Day.
Robbie "Fulfils Dream"
George is once again mentioned for attending Robbie William's
concert at the London's Royal Albert Hall -- this time in Robbie
"Fulfils Dream".
Robbie Williams: Royal Albert Hall, London
Robbie Williams solo career is said to have begun "with
singles aping George Michael," according to "Robbie
Williams: Royal Albert Hall, London."
"Careless Whisper" Wexler Mix Video
George did call it the most expensive haircut in history.
See the first version of the video for "Careless Whisper"
on Richy's MP3
Page.
October 12, 2001
Sin When You're Grinning
George attended Robbie Williams' October 10th performance
of swing tunes at the London Royal Albert Hall, according to "Sin
When You're Grinning
Clash City Rocker
Joe Strummer of Clash discusses the "George Michael
argument" in "Clash
City Rocker."
October 11, 2001
Hollywood goes Hollyweird
George's personal psychic Christian Dion advised George
to "curb his social activities just before he was busted for indecency
in a Los Angeles public toilet." You can read about it in "Hollywood
goes Hollyweird."
When the Pop Star Is the Brand
The George Michael brand. Would you buy it? Find
out more in "When
the Pop Star Is the Brand."
October 10, 2001
Newscasts aren't the only thing that have attracted the listening public
According to "Newscasts
aren't the only thing that have attracted the listening public,"
MTV has been playing George Michael's "Freedom."
Blue on blue
Blue, the English R&B quartet, recorded tracks with
Jonny Douglas, who has also worked with George. You can read more in
"Blue
on blue."
October 9, 2001
Showbiz game is full of ups and downs
Gary Barlow of Take That was said to be the new George
Michael but has become the new Andrew Ridgeley. Find out more in "Showbiz
game is full of ups and downs."
New country class: The showbiz nobility today
George Michael is one of the new country class - common-born
celebrities moving to the country, according to "New
country class: The showbiz nobility today."
October 8, 2001
Here today, gone ... ?
Gary Barlow of Take That was considered the "George
Michael" of the group while Robbie Williams was the "Andrew
Ridgeley" but who succeeded? Find out in "Here
today, gone ... ?"
Sven Uncovered
Top football manager Sven Goran Eriksson is one of George's
neighbors, according to "Sven
Uncovered."
Rare MP3s
Michael from Greece wrote in to tell us about the rare
MP3s he has on his site. You'll find his site at http://listen.to/soulfree.
October 7, 2001
All aboard for Forum mishaps
One George Michael tribute singer must have done a pretty
good job because some thought he was the real deal. See more in "All
aboard for Forum mishaps."
They're gonna make you a star
Solo stars are hard to find. A band usually has to break
about to find the next George Michael or Robbie Williams, according
to "They're
gonna make you a star."
For Rebuilders, Inspiration All Around
Songs from the Last Century was inspiration to
one New York Times reporter during the recent terrorist activity in
New York. See more in "For
Rebuilders, Inspiration All Around."
October 6, 2001
Interview with Mary J. Blige
Mary J. Blige has given an interview to Interview
magazine and talks about George.
Boys back after their bitter split
Jimmy of 911 says, "My music is deeper than the tunes
we did - more like George Michael's most recent stuff," according
to "Boys
back after their bitter split."
October 5, 2001
Hilarious 'Zoolander' pokes fun at male fashion industry
It sounds like George Michael is part of the plot in the
new movie Zoolander. Check out "Hilarious
'Zoolander' pokes fun at male fashion industry" for more information.
Vote for Yours Only George
You can vote for Yours Only George at the George Michael
section of Pop Topix.
October 4, 2001
Patriotic music fills the air
WVMX-FM (94.1) morning host Rob Carson has been playing
George Michael's “Freedom” with audio clips interspersed, according
to "Patriotic
music fills the air."
Racconti Emiliani
I'm not really sure what this Italian article, "Racconti
Emiliani," is saying other than that someone was listening
to George Michael.
October 3, 2001
Dilated Peoples
"Dilated
Peoples" lyrics with a reference to George are mentioned in
this article.
With new single, Jackson sets out to prove the thrill
hasn't gone
George's "sex scandal" is mentione din "With
new single, Jackson sets out to prove the thrill hasn't gone."
October 2, 2001
Kylie Begins Second Week As U.K.'s No. 1
George's duet with Mary J. Blige is mentioned in "Kylie
Begins Second Week As U.K.'s No. 1."
It suits you Schu
Guests at a charity ball in Birmingham had the pleasure
of seeing a George Michael tribute band, according to "It
suits you Schu."
October 1, 2001
Hollywood kings with no hairs apparent
George Michael is the "last hairy pop singer,"
according to "Hollywood
kings with no hairs apparent."
Atomic Kitten Interview
Jenny of Atomic Kitten said she "used to fancy George
Michael" in a new interview.
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