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Behind The Eight Ball (1942 Film)
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Behind the eight ball may refer to: *" Behind the eight ball", an idiomatic expression meaning in a difficult situation *''Behind the Eight Ball'', a 1942–1956 series of short comedy films with Joe McDoakes *"Behind the Eight Ball", a 1942 song in ''You Don't Know What Love Is'', a musical from Universal Pictures * ''Behind the Eight Ball'' (film), a 1942 American comedy film *"Behind the Eight Ball", a 1947 song by Johnny Tyler *'' Behind the 8 Ball'', a 1964 album by US organist Baby Face Willette *"Behind the Eight Ball", a 1991 episode of the television comedy series ''Top of the Heap'' *''Behind the 8 ball'', a 2004 album by Australian musician 8 Ball Aitken See also *Eight-ball (other) Eight-ball is a pool game played with a solids-and-stripes ball set. Eight-ball, 8-ball, or variants may also refer to: Games * Blackball (pool), or 8-ball pool, a British game played with a yellows-and-reds ball set * 8 ball, the black ball mark ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kelly Pool
Kelly pool (also known as pea pool, pill pool, keeley, the keilley game, and killy) is a pool game played on a standard pool table using a standard set of 16 pool balls. Gameplay involves players each drawing one of 15 numbered markers called peas or pills at random from a , which assigns to them the correspondingly numbered pool ball, kept secret from their opponents, but which they must pocket to win the game. Kelly pool is a game, which means that players must contact the lowest numbered on each shot first until the opportunity to pocket their own is presented. Two rule variants are set forth under rules promulgated by the Billiard Congress of America (BCA). In the simpler form, the object of play starts and ends with the goal of pocketing one's secret ball. In the second, in addition to the goal of pocketing one's secret ball, points are scored in various ways. In the instance where pills are unavailable, a cloth may be used to cover the balls, which are then chosen blindly, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Joe McDoakes
''Joe McDoakes'' is an American short film comedy series produced and directed by Richard L. Bare for Warner Bros. A total of 63 black and white live action one-reel short subjects films were made and released between 1942 and 1956. The ''Joe McDoakes'' shorts are also known as the ''Behind the Eight Ball'' (for the large eight ball Joe appeared behind in the opening credits) or the ''So You Want...'' series (as the film titles began with this phrase). The character's name comes from " Joe Doakes," which was then a popular American slang term for the average man. The theme song of the series is "I Know that You Know" (music by Vincent Youmans) from his Broadway musical ''Oh, Please!'' (1926), used later in the MGM musical '' Hit the Deck'' (1955). George O'Hanlon, who would later provide the voice of George Jetson in Hanna-Barbera's animated sitcom ''The Jetsons'', starred as the series' title character, Joe McDoakes. These one-reel shorts were co-written by Bare and O'Hanlon ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
You Don't Know What Love Is
"You Don't Know What Love Is" is a popular song of the Great American Songbook, written by Don Raye (lyrics) and Gene de Paul (music) for the Abbott and Costello film ''Keep 'Em Flying'' (1941), in which it was sung by Carol Bruce. The song was deleted from the film prior to release. The song was later included in '' Behind the Eight Ball'' (1942), starring the Ritz Brothers. "You Don't Know What Love Is" was again sung by Carol Bruce; it was her third and final film until the 1980s.Wilson, Jeremy"'You Don't Know What Love Is' (1941)" JazzStandards.com, accessed October 15, 2017 After Miles Davis recorded an instrumental version of the song in 1954, it became a jazz standard, with Dinah Washington releasing the definitive vocal version a year later. Other noteworthy recordings were made by Billie Holiday and Sonny Rollins. Other versions * Louis Armstrong * Chet Baker – ''Chet Baker Sings and Plays'' (1955) *Art Blakey - ''Art Blakey!!!!! Jazz Messengers!!!!! (1961)'' * John Col ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Behind The Eight Ball (film)
''Behind the Eight Ball'' is a 1942 American comedy film directed by Edward F. Cline and written by Stanley Roberts and Mel Ronson. The film stars Al Ritz, Jimmy Ritz, Harry Ritz, Carol Bruce, Dick Foran, Grace McDonald, Johnny Downs and William Demarest. The film was released on December 4, 1942, by Universal Pictures. Plot A summer stock theatre is plagued by a series of backstage murders and sabotage. When the latest group to play there arrives and is informed of the situation, the least talented members of the troupe, The Ritz Brothers, are promoted to headliners under the reasoning that they are the most expendable. Detective Demarest is tasked with investigating the murders, but is frequently hindered by The Ritz Brothers. The Ritz Brothers become heroes upon their discovery of a secret room backstage that is being used as an Axis radio room. Upon this victory, The Ritz Brothers finally make headlines as a result of their own efforts. Cast *Al Ritz as Al Jester ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Johnny Tyler
Lehman Monroe "Johnny" Tyler (February 6, 1918 in Arkansas – September 25, 1961 in Missouri) was an American country musician. Biography His career began around 1945 on Fargo Records with the band ''Original Hillbillies''. In 1947 he signed a recording contract with RCA Victor, where he had the largest success of his career. His most well-known single for RCA was "Oakie Boogie", which hit the Billboard charts in 1947. He also recorded eight tracks with Luke Wills for RCA, and was a member of Wills' band, the "Rhythm Busters" for a time. In 1953, he appeared on radio WGST out of Atlanta, Georgia. He became a member of Jimmie Smith and His Texans, which often made appearances at the ''Joe Cotton Rhythm Ranch''. He recorded a few more singles at this time as well. In 1954 he played regularly on WGST and on the '' WSB Barn Dance'', with Jimmie Smith. Later singles were issued on Specialty, Ekko, Liberty, Starday, and Rural Rhythm. He died in 1961 at age 43. In 2004, most of his ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Behind The 8 Ball
''Behind the 8 Ball'' is an album by organist Baby Face Willette recorded in 1964 and released on the Argo label. Reception Allmusic awarded the album 3 stars stating "Again, it's not quite as good as his Blue Notes (with their stellar supporting casts), but for a look at Willette's roots, ''Behind the 8-Ball'' is a solid acquisition, and worth tracking down for devotees".Huey, SAllmusic Review accessed April 17, 2013 Douglas Payne reviewed the rerelease for All About Jazz stating "''Behind the 8 Ball'' smokes some of the hottest, grooviest organ jazz imaginable - and catches Willette at his very best. This stuff hits heavier than any of the well-rehearsed music Willette recorded for Blue Note".Payne, DBaby Face Willette: Behind the 8 Ball All About Jazz, April 1, 1998 Track listing ''All compositions by Roosevelt "Baby Face" Willette except as indicated'' # "Behind the 8 Ball" - 2:22 # "Song of the Universe" - 7:08 # "Amen" (Traditional) - 2:34 # "Tacos Joe" - 3:14 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Top Of The Heap
''Top of the Heap'' is an American sitcom that ran for seven episodes on Fox from April 7 until May 19, 1991, the most successful of three attempted spin-offs of '' Married... with Children'' (the other two being '' Radio Free Trumaine'' and '' Enemies''). The pilot was episode 20 of the fifth season of ''Married... with Children''. The series aired Sunday at 9:30 pm. Synopsis ''Top of the Heap'' focused on the attempts of two minor ''Married... with Children'' characters—Charlie Verducci (Joseph Bologna) and his son Vinnie (Matt LeBlanc)—to get rich. Charlie's "master plan" is for Vinnie to marry into a wealthy family; to this end, the two Chicago slum residents try to get into high society. Vinnie also owns a cat, Mr. Fluffy, who is despised by Charlie. Mona Mullins (Joey Lauren Adams) is a girl from the Verduccis' neighborhood who has a crush on Vinnie, who tries to fend her off. Alixandra Stone ( Rita Moreno) is the manager of a country club, and the object of Charlie's ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
8 Ball Aitken
8 Ball Aitken (born 9 June 1981) is an Australian singer, songwriter, and guitarist. 8 Ball plays blues, swamp-blues, swamp-rock, alternative country, and Americana music. He is notable for his fusion of Australian blues and country music. Aitken is the founder of the Mt Coot-tha Songwriters Festival. History At the 2008 Q Song Awards, Aitken won Blues and Roots Song of the Year for "Yellow Moon". At the same awards in 2009, "Outback Booty Call" won Country Song of the Year. Aitken's song "Cowboy Movie" was nominated for the Australian Blues & Roots Song of the Year at the APRA Music Awards of 2009. Aitken third studio album ''Rebel with a Cause'' was produced by Garth Porter. The album produced two top 10 country hits, "Cyclone Country" & "Hands on Top of the Wheel". In 2013, Aitken had a one song in the Australian Country Music Radio Charts with song "She's Going to Mexico, I'm Going to Jail". Discography Studio albums Compilations albums Awards and nominations APRA ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
