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Melissa Etheridge
Melissa Lou Etheridge (born May 29, 1961) is an American singer, songwriter, musician, and guitarist. Her eponymous debut album was released in 1988 and became an underground success. It peaked at No. 22 on the ''Billboard'' 200 and its lead single, " Bring Me Some Water", garnered Etheridge her first Grammy Award nomination for Best Rock Vocal Performance, Female in 1989. Her second album, ''Brave and Crazy'', appeared that same year and earned Etheridge two more Grammy nominations. In 1992, Etheridge released her third album, '' Never Enough'', and its lead single, "Ain't It Heavy", won Etheridge her first Grammy Award. In 1993, she released what would become her mainstream breakthrough album: '' Yes I Am''. Its tracks "I'm the Only One", "If I Wanted To", and "Come to My Window" all reached the Top 40 in the United States, while the latter earned Etheridge her second Grammy Award. ''Yes I Am'' spent 138 weeks on the ''Billboard'' 200, peaking at No. 15, and earned a RIAA ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hollywood Walk Of Fame
The Hollywood Walk of Fame is a historic landmark which consists of more than 2,700 five-pointed terrazzo and brass stars embedded in the sidewalks along 15 blocks of Hollywood Boulevard and three blocks of Vine Street in Hollywood, California. The stars are permanent public monuments to achievement in the entertainment industry, bearing the names of a mix of actors, directors, producers, musicians, theatrical/musical groups, fictional characters, and others. The Walk of Fame is administered by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce who hold the trademark rights and maintained by the self-financing Hollywood Historic Trust. It is a popular tourist attraction, with an estimated 10 million annual visitors in 2010. Description The Walk of Fame runs east to west on Hollywood Boulevard, from Gower Street to the ''Hollywood and La Brea Gateway'' at La Brea Avenue, plus a short segment on Marshfield Way that runs diagonally between Hollywood Boulevard and La Brea; and north to sout ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Billboard 200
The ''Billboard'' 200 is a record chart ranking the 200 most popular music albums and EPs in the United States. It is published weekly by '' Billboard'' magazine and is frequently used to convey the popularity of an artist or groups of artists. Often, a recording act will be remembered by its " number ones", those of their albums that outperformed all others during at least one week. The chart grew from a weekly top 10 list in 1956 to become a top 200 list in May 1967, and acquired its current name in March 1992. Its previous names include the ''Billboard'' Top LPs (1961–1972), ''Billboard'' Top LPs & Tape (1972–1984), ''Billboard'' Top 200 Albums (1984–1985) and ''Billboard'' Top Pop Albums (1985–1992). The chart is based mostly on sales – both at retail and digital – of albums in the United States. The weekly sales period was originally Monday to Sunday when Nielsen started tracking sales in 1991, but since July 2015, tracking week begins on Friday (to coinc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Music Recording Sales Certification
Music recording certification is a system of certifying that a music recording has shipped, sold, or streamed a certain number of units. The threshold quantity varies by type (such as album, single, music video) and by nation or territory (see List of music recording certifications). Almost all countries follow variations of the RIAA certification categories, which are named after precious materials (gold, platinum and diamond). The threshold required for these awards depends upon the population of the territory where the recording is released. Typically, they are awarded only to international releases and are awarded individually for each country where the album is sold. Different sales levels, some perhaps 10 times greater than others, may exist for different music media (for example: videos versus albums, singles, or music download). History The original gold and silver record awards were presented to artists by their own record companies to publicize their sales achi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Recording Industry Association Of America
The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) is a trade organization that represents the music recording industry in the United States. Its members consist of record labels and distributors that the RIAA says "create, manufacture, and/or distribute approximately 85% of all legally sold recorded music in the United States". RIAA is headquartered in Washington, D.C. RIAA was formed in 1952. Its original mission was to administer recording copyright fees and problems, work with trade unions, and do research relating to the record industry and government regulations. Early RIAA standards included the RIAA equalization curve, the format of the stereophonic record groove and the dimensions of 33 1/3, 45, and 78 rpm records. RIAA says its current mission includes: #to protect intellectual property rights and the First Amendment rights of artists #to perform research about the music industry #to monitor and review relevant laws, regulations, and policies Between 2001 and 202 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Come To My Window
"Come to My Window" is a song by American singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge, released as the second single from her fourth studio album, '' Yes I Am'' (1993). This was the first song to become a hit after Etheridge publicly announced that she was a lesbian. With the driving force of gay rights, the song gained substantial airplay on radio stations, mostly through call-in requests. The song debuted on the ''Billboard'' charts after the first week of its release, reaching number 25 on the chart. The song also charted in Canada, reaching number 13 on the ''RPM'' Top Singles chart. It was the second song from Etheridge that earned her a Grammy Award for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance. Song information When the song was being promoted, a portion of the song's beginning was omitted. This was to help accommodate some radio stations that wanted an instrumental beginning rather than a vocal one. The song's lyrics describes the intense love that Etheridge has for another person. It d ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
If I Wanted To
"If I Wanted To" is a song by American singer, Melissa Etheridge. It was released in 1994 as the final single from Etheridge's 1993 studio album, '' Yes I Am'', and entered the top 50 in Australia, Canada, Iceland, and the United States. Critical reception Fred Bronson of ''Billboard'' wrote that with the single's debut, "Melissa Etheridge continues to solidify her new status as a chart superstar with the highest-debuting single of 1995." Commercial performance "If I Wanted To", which was released as the two-sided single "If I Wanted To / Like the Way I Do", debuted on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100 in February 1995 at No. 25, making it the highest-debuting single of 1995 at that point. The single's debut was the highest for any song since Boyz II Men's "On Bended Knee" debuted at No. 14 in November 1994. "If I Wanted To" peaked at No. 16 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 in March 1995. Strong singles sales in March 1995 for TLC's "Red Light Special," Real McCoy's "Run Away," and The ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
I'm The Only One
"I'm the Only One" is a song by American singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge from her fourth studio album, '' Yes I Am'' (1993). It was released as the first single in September 1993, reaching number 12 in Canada and number 26 in the Netherlands. In the United States, it was slow to gain momentum, but after the success of "Come to My Window", it was re-released, peaking at number eight on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 and number one on the ''Billboard'' Adult Contemporary chart in January 1995. It remains Etheridge's biggest hit on either chart. Content Like many songs on her first album, ''Melissa Etheridge'', "I'm the Only One" deals with non-monogamous relationships. In the verses, the singer tells how much she suffers because her partner desires someone else. In the chorus, the singer reminds her partner that even if her partner is in a new relationship, that the singer will always be the only one who really loves them with passion. Music video The music video for "I'm the Only O ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yes I Am (Melissa Etheridge Album)
''Yes I Am'' is the fourth studio album by the American singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge, released by Island Records on September 21, 1993. The title is generally thought to refer to Etheridge's recent coming out as a lesbian, confirming long-standing rumors about her personal life. However, in 2018, Etheridge clarified that in fact the title for the track and album were not statements regarding her sexual identity. ''Yes I Am'' is the pivotal album that gave Etheridge national and international recognition. The rock ballad "Come to My Window" was the first single released from the album, which peaked at No. 25 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100, and its video featured the actress Juliette Lewis having a nervous breakdown. This single was quickly followed by "I'm the Only One", which became a major hit in the US and reached No. 8 on the Hot 100, and "If I Wanted To", which reached No. 16. By 2010, the album had sold over 4,348,000 copies in the United States alone, according to Ni ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Never Enough (Melissa Etheridge Album)
''Never Enough'' is the third album by singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge, released in 1992 (see 1992 in music). the album has sold 997,000 copies in the United States alone, according to Nielsen SoundScan. Track listing All tracks written by Melissa Etheridge, except where noted #"Ain't It Heavy" – 4:20 #"2001" – 4:36 #"Dance Without Sleeping" (Etheridge, Mauricio-Fritz Lewak, Kevin McCormick) – 5:40 #"Place Your Hand" – 3:24 #"Must Be Crazy for Me" – 3:43 #"Meet Me in the Back" – 4:02 #"The Boy Feels Strange" – 4:31 #"Keep It Precious" – 6:13 #"The Letting Go" – 3:05 #"It's for You" (Etheridge, Kevin McCormick) – 5:41 Personnel *Melissa Etheridge - vocals, acoustic, electric guitar and 12-string guitars, piano *Mark Goldenberg - electric guitars *Steuart Smith - guitars *Kevin McCormick - bass, high-strung guitar, backing vocals *Scott Thurston - keyboards *Mauricio-Fritz Lewak – drums, percussion, backing vocals *Richard Gibbs - keyboards on "It's Fo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Brave And Crazy
''Brave and Crazy'' is the second album by singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge, released in 1989 (see 1989 in music). As of 2010, the album has sold 632,000 copies in the United States alone, according to Nielsen SoundScan. Track listing All tracks written by Melissa Etheridge, except where noted. #" No Souvenirs" – 4:33 #"Brave and Crazy" – 4:37 #"You Used to Love to Dance" – 5:33 #"The Angels" – 4:38 #" You Can Sleep While I Drive" – 3:14 #"Testify" (Etheridge, Kevin McCormick) – 4:28 #"Let Me Go" – 3:56 #"My Back Door" – 4:24 #"Skin Deep" – 3:10 #"Royal Station 4/16" – 7:08 Note *The album lists the running time of two songs incorrectly: "You Used to Love to Dance" actually runs 5:33 (not 4:33) and "Royal Station 4/16" runs 7:08 (not 6:40). The correct times are printed on the disc itself. Personnel *Melissa Etheridge – vocals, twelve-string guitar, producer, arranger *Bono – harmonica *Bernie Larsen – electric guitar *Mauricio-Fritz Lewak – dru ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Recording Academy
The Recording Academy (formally the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences; abbreviated NARAS) is an American learned academy of musicians, producers, recording engineers, and other musical professionals. It is famous for its Grammy Awards, which recognize achievements in the music industry of songs and music which are popular worldwide. The Recording Academy is a founding partner of the Grammy Museum, a non-profit organization whose stated mission is preserving and educating about music history and significance. The Recording Academy also founded MusiCares, a charity that states it serves to impact the health and welfare of the music community. The Recording Academy’s Advocacy team lobbies for music creators’ rights at the local, state, and federal levels. History The origin of the academy dates back to the beginning of the 1950s Hollywood Walk of Fame project. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce asked the help of major recording industry executives in compiling a l ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
31st Annual Grammy Awards
The 31st Annual Grammy Awards were held on February 22, 1989, at Shrine Auditorium, Los Angeles. They recognized accomplishments by musicians from the previous year. Album of the Year went to George Michael for ''Faith'', and Song of the Year went to Bobby McFerrin for "Don't Worry, Be Happy". Performers Award winners ;Record of the Year * Linda Goldstein (producer) & Bobby McFerrin for "Don't Worry, Be Happy" ; Album of the Year * George Michael (producer & artist) for ''Faith'' ; Song of the Year *Bobby McFerrin for "Don't Worry, Be Happy" ;Best New Artist *Tracy Chapman Blues * Best Traditional Blues Recording ** Willie Dixon for '' Hidden Charms'' * Best Contemporary Blues Recording **The Robert Cray Band for '' Don't Be Afraid of the Dark'' Children's *Best Recording for Children ** Ry Cooder (producer & composer), Mark Sottnick (producer) & Robin Williams for ''Pecos Bill'' Classical * Best Orchestral Recording ** Robert Woods (producer), Louis Lane, Robert Shaw ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
