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George Michael Begins U.S. Tour

Here are the latest articles/videos on George Michael’s first U.S. concert in 17 years:

“Thanks for welcoming me back, America. I had no idea what to expect and you’ve just blown me away.”

Entertainment Tonight also included a clip of George Michael on tonight’s show.  Nothing is available online.

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Great Review from San Diego Concert

When a non-fan likes the concert, you know it had to be good:

It’s infectious, you know. My husband and I went along to this show because a friend called last-minute with free tickets. We sat in the nosebleeds (literally, five rows from the top) and proceeded to poke fun at everything before the lights went down. But a couple of songs in, I was ready to dance like it was 1989 again, because here I must admit, I was at the Faith tour, screaming alongside thousands of rabid teenage girls. This couldn’t possibly measure up, right?

So wrong. Throngs of other moms, dads, gay guys, straight guys, girls-night-out groups and other types danced from the moment the first note sounded ’til the lights came up, about two and a half hours later. As I might have said when I was 14: OMG, that was awesome.

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New Video at Tonight’s San Diego Concert

George Michael Teeses His Fans:

When the British pop singer launches his 25 Live tour tonight in San Diego, he’ll also debut a new video during his performance of “Feeling Good,” the song he performed on the finale of ABC’s Eli Stone.

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George Michael Embraces his Dualities

The LA Times has a new interview with George Michael entitled “George Michael Embraces his Dualities.”

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The Final Two

George Michael has announced two major concerts in London to mark the end of his 25 Live Tour, labelling the dates at Earl’s Court in August “The Final Two.”  You may remember that the final concert for Wham! in 1986 was called “The Final.” 

It is a nod to his sell-out Wembley Stadium show, The Final, with Andrew Ridgeley in 1986 – when he brought the curtain down on Wham!

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Top George Michael Moments

The San Francisco Chronicle has a top 10 of George Michael moments through the years in honor of his first tour in 17 years. George Michael performs on Thursday at HP Pavilion in San Jose.

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Generous George Michael

George Michael is one of the sponsors for the Highgate Festival. Organizer Jane Hamilton said: “George Michael’s donation has allowed the festival to be the biggest and best yet and is a wonderfully generous gesture from one of ­Highgate’s most famous ­residents.

“Everyone involved in the festival is very grateful to him and his generosity will make the day extra special for everyone in Highgate.”

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George Michael Will Stop Touring

Lizzy sends us a link to a BBC video of interview of George Michael talking about his future.

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Wham!

Wham! Movie?

Wham!’s former manager Simon Napier-Bell is in talks with movie producers about bringing their story to the big screen but thinks that George Michael will put a stop to it.

“There are several people sniffing round about a Wham! film but I’m not sure any of them will come off because they all require Wham! music in them and George controls that,” said Napier-Bell.

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Simon Napier-Bell, the manager of Wham! in the mid 1980s who masterminded the historic Wham! trip to China, went on to direct “George Michael: Portrait of an Artist” (Amazon Ad) in 2023. The documentary includes interviews with Stevie Wonder, Sanandra Maitreya, Stephen Fry, Kenny Goss, Chris Cameron, Rufus Wainwright, Piers Morgan, and Jo Whiley.

More information is available at the official site for George Michael: Portrait of an Artist.

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Estelle Has “Faith”

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If you like “Faith,” you might like Estelle’s new video for “No Substitute Love,” which includes the iconic “Faith” jukebox stance.

According to Wikipedia:

“No Substitute Love” is the third single from British hip-hop artist Estelle’s second album Shine (Amazon Ad). The song is an improvised cover of both Reggae performer Half Pint’s “Substitute Lover” and George Michael’s “Faith”. The song is her second international single in Europe.

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Goss-Michael Foundation Announces Scholarship Winners

The Goss-Michael Foundation has announced the winners of three $5,000 scholarships—the George Michael Music Scholarship, the Kenny Goss Art Scholarship for students from the Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts in Dallas, and the state-wide Goss Michael Foundation Texas Art Scholarship.

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Yours Only George

Yours Only George Web Site Celebrates Its 11th Birthday

On June 1, 2008, Yours Only George celebrated its 11th birthday. It’s a bittersweet celebration for me as it occurs just at the time George Michael is starting his first tour in the U.S. for 17 years and I’m not going to see him.  It’s the end of a dream for me as I now know I’ll never see him perform live again and I’ll never have the chance to meet him.  It’s a dream I’ve had for 23 years … since 1985. Of all the goals and dreams I’ve ever had, I suppose this was the most illogical and unachievable one on the list.  But it still saddens me that it’s over.

I’d like to thank all of the regulars who keep visiting day after day. I know I haven’t been very good about keeping up with the site lately in terms of news, links, and mail, and I do apologize.

I also have to thank Shannon, who was the driving force of Yours Only George, dating back to the 80s. Without her, I don’t know what I’d do.

And of course, I would like to thank George Michael.  George, your music in the last few months has kept me sane through a difficult time.  Thank you for not forgetting your U.S. fans.

Melanie
Webmaster
Yours Only George

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George Michael Regains His Faith

George Michael talks about fame, his U.S. fans, “Eli Stone,” and more in George Michael Regains His Faith.

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George Michaels, a Hot Trend

On May 21 and 22, the day of and after George Michael’s performance on the season finale of “American Idol,” the #1 “Hot Trend” on Google was the search for “George Michaels.” The hotness level was “Volcanic.”  Related search phrases were george michaels songs, how old is george michaels, george michaels age, george michael, george michaels lyrics, george michael, boy george, george michaels american idol.

Also, “George Michael, American Idol” was “On Fire” at #28 on May 21.  Related searches were: george michael, george michael aids, american idol, george michael hiv, george michael news.

Moreover, “Praying for Time” came in as the #38 trend on May 21, with the “On Fire” status. Related searches were praying for time lyrics, george michael, carrie underwood praying for time, george michael praying for time, pray for time.

Last, “Wham” came in at #48 on May 21, with a “Spicy” rating. Related searches were george michael, wam, careless whisper, wake me up before you go go, andrew ridgeley.

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George Michael on American Idol Today

Rubin and Angelo tell us that George Michael will possibly be appearing on “American Idol” today.  For more information, please see “George Michael Bringing “Freedom” to Idol Finale.”

A rep for Idol would not confirm Michael’s appearance, while a rep for the singer could not be immediately reached.

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Eli Stone Renewed for Second Season

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“Eli Stone” (Amazon Ad) has been picked up for a second season, according to USA Today. It will air on Tuesdays at 10 p.m.

Jonny Lee Miller stars as the title character Eli Stone, who is a lawyer who has hallucinations that lead him to a higher purpose. The first season includes many George Michael songs and occasional appearances of George Michael.

The second season of Eli Stone does not rely on the George Michael theme, which is a disappointment for George Michael fans.

In 2016, one of the creators of Eli Stone, Marc Guggenheim, told Entertainment Weekly:

George was a singular talent. He had a gift for music that only comes along once in a generation. It was just a bonus that he happened to be one of the nicest, most genuine people you could meet. Many of my fondest memories of the Eli Stone experience are associated with him. 2016 has taken another gift from us.

Marc Guggenheim, co-creator of Eli Stone

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Good News for Eli Stone?

E! Online is reporting the following news on a second season of “Eli Stone.”

The upfronts aren’t next until week in New York City, which is where all the official pickups and cancellations are set to be announced, but sources close to ABC have tipped me that while bubble show Eli Stone will get the nod for a season two, another hour-long drama, Women’s Murder Club, will not be returning.

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Goss-Michael Foundation presents exhibit featuring Tim Noble and Sue Webster

According to Goss-Michael Foundation presents avant garde exhibit featuring the visually radical work of Tim Noble and Sue Webster:

The Goss‐Michael Foundation presents the work of acclaimed artists Tim Noble and Sue Webster beginning May 15, running through September 30. The creators of an impressive sculpture catalogue, Noble and Webster’s work subtly scorns a consumer‐centric culture and its penchant for excess, opting instead to celebrate nonconformist individuality. Using a variety of mediums – including neon lighting, scrap metal and household rubbish – through which to convey their meaning, Noble and Webster’s art is arresting, profound and revolutionary.

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Eli Stone Fan Campaign

The Eli_Stone_TV community at Livejournal.com recently initiated a fan campaign to show our support for Eli Stone.

Each fan will donate (as much as he or she would like) to the Autism Society of America and designate the donation “in honor of Eli Stone”. After donating, the fan will then send a donation receipt/postcard to ABC. A donation receipt/postcard has been designed and is available on the Eli_Stone_TV community at Livejournal.com if fans would like to use it. The link to the design and information about donating online is here.

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Nelson Mandela’s 90th Birthday Concert

Angelo found the following on a Led Zeppelin web site:

Robert Plant is scheduled to appear on June 27, 2008 at London’s Hyde Park for a concert celebrating Nelson Mandela’s 90th birthday.

What is interesting about this article is that “Robert Plant *and special guests*” will perform. Of course, this is mere speculation as to whom these special guests might be.

Also scheduled to perform in London are Annie Lennox and David A. Stewart, Bono and The Edge, Bryan Adams, Eminem, Eric Clapton, John Mayer and Buddy Guy, Jay-Z and Beyonce, Jools Holland, Joss Stone, Keane, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Lenny Henry , Paul McCartney with Stevie Wonder, Peter Gabriel, Queen with George Michael, Paul Rodgers with Robbie Williams, Razorlight, Roger Waters, Sheryl Crow, Spice Girls, Sting, Tina Turner, Vusi Mahlasela and Will Smith.