In celebration of new year which comes around the corner, several major events and important announcements happening in music are compiled. Among those many things that need to be remembered, Aretha Franklin's performance at Barack Obama's presidential inauguration, Blink-182's reunion confirmation and Michael Jackson's "Final Curtain Call" announcement are chosen as highlighted events. On top of that, AceShowbiz also takes readers to look back at music videos which have been premiered in the first quarter of the year.
Part I: Event
January
Aretha Franklin delivered Samuel Francis Smith-written patriotic song "My Country 'Tis of Thee" at Barack Obama's presidential inauguration in Washington D.C. on January 20. Two days prior to her performance at the free gig, another party celebrating Obama's presidential victory was also held, this time featuring live performances from such big stars as Beyonce Knowles, Bruce Springsteen and will.i.am. Following...
Part I: Event
January
Aretha Franklin delivered Samuel Francis Smith-written patriotic song "My Country 'Tis of Thee" at Barack Obama's presidential inauguration in Washington D.C. on January 20. Two days prior to her performance at the free gig, another party celebrating Obama's presidential victory was also held, this time featuring live performances from such big stars as Beyonce Knowles, Bruce Springsteen and will.i.am. Following...
- 12/28/2009
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
During the ceremony of Barack Obama's presidential inauguration, Aretha Franklin took the stage, delivering Samuel Francis Smith-written patriotic song "My Country 'Tis of Thee". She sang the track in front of millions of people in Washington D.C.
Following Franklin's live appearance, Vice-President Joe Biden took his sworn-in. Then, a work entitled "Simple Gifts" composed by arranger John Williams, the same musician who crafted "Star Wars" soundtracks, was performed by violinist Itzhak Perlman, cellist Yo-Yo Ma, pianist Gabriela Montero and clarinetist Anthony McGill.
Just after that, Barack Obama took the Oath of Office from Supreme Court Chief Justice John Robert. During the January-20 momentous moment, the 44th president of The United States was joined by his wife Michelle and his two daughters, Sasha and Malia.
Aretha Franklin performing "My Country 'Tis of Thee":...
Following Franklin's live appearance, Vice-President Joe Biden took his sworn-in. Then, a work entitled "Simple Gifts" composed by arranger John Williams, the same musician who crafted "Star Wars" soundtracks, was performed by violinist Itzhak Perlman, cellist Yo-Yo Ma, pianist Gabriela Montero and clarinetist Anthony McGill.
Just after that, Barack Obama took the Oath of Office from Supreme Court Chief Justice John Robert. During the January-20 momentous moment, the 44th president of The United States was joined by his wife Michelle and his two daughters, Sasha and Malia.
Aretha Franklin performing "My Country 'Tis of Thee":...
- 1/21/2009
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
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