Now that the 57-concert tour has come to an end, Carole and James would like to extend their gratitude to the 700,000 of you who came out to see their concerts in Australia, New Zealand, Japan and across the US. Your enthusiasm for the music, for the band and for Carole and James has been infectious. Because of you, the "Troubadour Reunion" has enjoyed sold out shows and raised over $1.5 million for the Natural Resources Defense Council, the Alliance for the Wild Rockies and 81 other national and local charities.
The video below was filmed in Denver at one of the final concerts of the "Troubadour Reunion" tour. With their film crew, Carole and James took a moment to discuss how much this one-of-a-kind "reunion" has meant to them while sending their personal thanks to the musicians, crew and staff. Most importantly, they wanted to express to you what a thrill it has been for them to connect directly to their fans at each and every concert and to send their personal heartfelt thanks for making it a joy and the success that it has been. Thank you.
APPLE RECORDS CATALOGUE REMASTERED
AND REISSUED ON CD AND DIGITAL DOWNLOAD
BADFINGER, BILLY PRESTON, MARY HOPKIN, JAMES TAYLOR, AND MORE
CLASSICS SET FOR RELEASE ON OCTOBER 26TH
Launched by The Beatles in 1968, as the new outlet for their own recordings as well as the music of an eclectic roster of artists - James Taylor, Badfinger, Billy Preston, Mary Hopkin, Doris Troy, and Jackie Lomax among them - who were all personally brought to the label by The Beatles (individually and/or collectively), Apple Records made popular music history from the very moment it opened its doors.
Four decades later, Apple Corps Ltd. and EMI Music raise the curtain on remastered CD and digital download releases of 15 key albums from the Apple Records catalog. All 15 titles will be released on October 26th, 2010. Most of the physical CDs will include bonus material. Together, the 15 albums represent the first ever Apple Records releases to be available via digital download.
In the revolutionary spirit of 1968, The Beatles' explosive musical output (characterized by their double-LP White Album) was only exceeded by their fascination with what they saw and heard going on around them. Five years into The Beatles' reign, Apple Records afforded them the unique opportunity to sign new (and established) artists who appealed to each of them. In turn, the introduction of an artist on The Beatles' record label was an imprimatur taken very seriously by fans across the universe.
Apple Records' utopian artist-orientated mission immediately set it apart, as the first operation of its kind in the major-label sphere. Diversity was celebrated, and artists were encouraged to record and release their music in a friendly creative environment. Apple developed a distinctive graphic aesthetic, from its legendary 'apple-core' logo to its advertising and merchandising, in the process setting a subtle new benchmark for the industry to follow.
From 1968 to 1973, Apple Records bedazzled the world with a rainbow spectrum of releases - and fans were unusually well-informed about individual involvements of The Beatles with nearly every project. 1968's self-titled debut album by Boston-based singer-songwriter James Taylor, for example, features Paul McCartney and George Harrison on "Carolina In My Mind." Paul was instrumental in bringing the Welsh chanteuse Mary Hopkin to Apple, and produced her debut single, "Those Were The Days." Badfinger, also from Wales, was still known as The Iveys when they recorded "Come And Get It," written and produced by Paul (for The Magic Christian movie soundtrack).
The Beatles had been fans of Billy Preston ever since seeing him in Little Richard's band in Hamburg in 1962. George went on to produce and play on Preston's Apple debut, That's the Way God Planned It. Harrison was one of the producers and played (along with Ringo Starr) on Doris Troy's self-titled Apple album. And George also produced and played (with Paul and Ringo) on Jackie Lomax's debut album, Is This What You Want? featuring the Harrison composition, "Sour Milk Sea."
John was much taken with the music of The Modern Jazz Quartet, who released the only two jazz albums in the Apple catalogue. Ringo was intrigued by the music of contemporary British classical composer John Tavener, and his Apple album, The Whale has become one of the most sought-after Apple collectibles of all time.
Each of the 15 albums in this bumper batch of Apple Records releases has been digitally remastered at EMI's Abbey Road Studios in London by the same dedicated team of engineers behind The Beatles' recent remastered catalogue releases of 2009.
The Apple Records albums reissued in the campaign are:
JAMES TAYLOR (1968) by James Taylor
James' debut album was recorded in London in 1968 and remains the hidden gem in his extensive catalogue. A distinctive English sensibility informs this beautiful early work, notable for its original versions of James' signature tunes "Something In The Way She Moves" and "Carolina In My Mind".
MAGIC CHRISTIAN MUSIC (1970) by Badfinger
Magic Christian Music rejoices in sweet, colourful pop and prefigures the songwriting powerhouse that Badfinger would become. Featuring the worldwide smash hit "Come And Get It", written and produced by Paul McCartney, alongside two other songs created for the 1969 Peter Sellers / Ringo Starr movie The Magic Christian, based on the satirical novel by Terry Southern.
NO DICE (1970) by Badfinger
The first album with guitarist Joey Molland, No Dice is a watershed collection of power pop that bridges the band's commercial instincts with the classic, no-frills rock that became their trademark. Includes the Top 10 single, "No Matter What", and the original version of the Ivor Novello and Grammy Award winning "Without You", made famous by Harry Nilsson, and later Mariah Carey.
STRAIGHT UP (1972) by Badfinger
Long considered to be the group's finest album, Straight Up is a glorious collection of strong melodies, insightful lyrics and deep emotion. Produced in part by George Harrison and containing the U.S. hit, "Baby Blue", plus the worldwide smash "Day After Day" — featuring George and the group's Pete Ham joining forces on the superb synchronized slide guitar solo.
ASS (1974) by Badfinger
Joey Molland assumes half the songwriting on this, the group's heaviest and most serious album. Ass is solid gold Badfinger, partly recorded at the then state-of-the-art Apple Studios at 3 Savile Row, London, and contains the group's valedictory "Apple Of My Eye", written by Pete Ham.
POST CARD (1969) by Mary Hopkin
Mary Hopkin's debut is a treasury of popular song. Produced by Paul McCartney and featuring especially-written numbers from Donovan, Harry Nilsson and, in rare songwriting mode, George Martin; plus classics from the Gershwins and Irving Berlin. Mary's pure, folk-inspired vocals make for a beguiling, dreamy album. Also includes her global smash hit "Those Were The Days".
EARTH SONG, OCEAN SONG (1971) by Mary Hopkin
Issued in 1971, this is Mary Hopkin's coming-of-age collection, packed with socially-conscious, lyrically-aware anthems from the cream of the era's folk protagonists: Ralph McTell, Gallagher & Lyle, Tom Paxton and Cat Stevens. Mary defines her art on this album, co-ordinated by legendary producer and Mary's husband-to-be at the time, Tony Visconti.
THAT'S THE WAY GOD PLANNED IT (1969) by Billy Preston
Billy's Apple debut, on which he expanded his palette of gospel and R&B to embrace rock themes, features guest players Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker and Keith Richards. Produced by George Harrison, after Billy was invited to The Beatles' Get Back sessions, That's The Way… is a cross-over masterwork that includes Billy's breakthrough chart hit, for which this album is named.
ENCOURAGING WORDS (1970) by Billy Preston
Encouraging Words is steeped in exemplary playing and songwriting… and pure soul. Produced by George Harrison and packed with originals and inspired covers, including "My Sweet Lord" and "All Things (Must) Pass" — donated by George before he released them himself — and the little-heard Harrison-Preston gospel hymn "Sing One For The Lord". This is Billy on the launch pad just before he rocketed to U.S. No.2 success with "Outta Space" for A&M Records.
DORIS TROY (1970) by Doris Troy
The self-titled Apple album from the legendary Doris Troy, nicknamed ‘Mama Soul’ by her British fans, is an exciting union of R&B, gospel and rock. It showcases four little-known songs Doris co-wrote with George Harrison, two of which also credit Stephen Stills and Ringo Starr. Other guests include Billy Preston, Peter Frampton and Eric Clapton.
IS THIS WHAT YOU WANT? (1968) by Jackie Lomax
Yes! This is a cracking album of powerful late-Sixties rock and blue-eyed soul by Liverpool vocalist Jackie Lomax. Among the many highlights is George Harrison's White Album-era song "Sour Milk Sea", given to Jackie and featuring guest players including George, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Keith Richards and Eric Clapton.
UNDER THE JASMIN TREE (1968) & SPACE (1969) by the Modern Jazz Quartet (a 2-on-1 CD)
Two albums of high-class improvisational bebop recorded by Atlantic Records legends the MJQ while on secondment to Apple. With their unique line-up of piano, vibes, bass and drums, the Quartet brought old-style tuxedo excellence and cool organic jazz to the Apple catalogue.
THE WHALE (1970) & CELTIC REQUIEM (1971) by John Tavener (a 2-on-1 CD)
Sir John Tavener was knighted by The Queen in 2000 for his services to music, and he remains one of Britain’s most popular classical composers. Apple's recordings of "The Whale", his avant-garde oratorio, and "Celtic Requiem", written for soprano, orchestra and children’s choir, were his first ever full-length releases. He was championed by John & Yoko, and befriended by Ringo Starr.
www.applerecords.com
Media Contacts
For EMI
Jennifer Ballantyne – Emi Music North America
(323) 871 5494 / Jennifer.ballantyne@emicap.com
Throughout the month of June, PBS will air Carole King/James Taylor: Live At The Troubadour concert video. Check your local PBS station's listings for dates and times in your area, or refer to this chart showing all 700+ airings of the concert!
In November 2007, James Taylor, Carole King and members of their renowned original band "The Section" -- featuring guitarist Danny Kortchmar, bassist Leland Sklar and drummer Russell Kunkel--returned to the Troubadour in Los Angeles for a three-night, six-show run to celebrate the venue's 50th anniversary. Those historic shows are documented in the recently released CD/DVD Carole King/James Taylor: Live at the Troubadour on Hear Music/Concord Music Group label.
Two Lucky People Will Each Win A Pair Of Stage Seats
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120 "Onstage" Seats each night to raise over $1 million;
nearly 100 local and national charities to benefit
Carole King and James Taylor are offering fans the opportunity-of-a-lifetime, to see two musical icons up-close-and-personal with ‘intimate and in the round’ Stage Seats on their Troubadour Reunion Tour. The Stage Seats were designed as tables for two surrounding the center stage performance. The innovative design recreates the intimacy of a vintage nightclub within the high-energy atmosphere of a modern arena performance--paying tribute to Carole King and James Taylor’s legendary 1970 performances at L.A.’s famed Troubadour club.
All Stage Seat Packages benefit established charities, including the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and Alliance for the Wild Rockies, which Ms. King and Mr. Taylor have long championed--plus more than 90 additional national and local charitable organizations. The Stage Seat Packages are estimated to raise an unprecedented $1 million for charity and are available for 37 of the Troubadour Reunion North American concerts.
Stage Seat Packages are available exclusively at www.ticketsforcharity.com. Stage Seat Packages include:
- One Stage Seat (arranged in tables for two)
- Special access to Carole King and James Taylor’s sound check session
- Pre-performance private reception with complimentary wine, beer and hors d’oeuvres
- Special Event Tour Laminate
- Commemorative Troubadour Reunion Tour Book
“When we first talked about reuniting, we knew we wanted to bring the Troubadour to life,” said Mr. Taylor. “These Stage Seats are one small way to pay homage. We also saw a national reunion tour as an opportunity to support the great work that charities are doing all across the U.S."
"Creating this unique stage seating for charity was very exciting for me-- and I felt, a very natural extension of my collaboration with James. We are both as passionate about the importance of giving back as we are about our music. And we're thrilled to have the opportunity to positively impact so many outstanding social and environmental causes with this tour,” said Ms. King.
While the Stage Seating packages are just now going on public sale, limited fan club presales--in just a matter of days--raised over $600,000 for some of the nation's most admired non-profits, including Autism Speaks, Habitat for Humanity and many more. These one-of-a-kind Stage Seat Charity Packages are now available for sale to the general public, and can be purchased by visiting www.ticketsforcharity.com or calling Tickets-for-Charity at 1-866-567-4576. A complete listing of all charities supported by Tickets for Charity can also be found at www.ticketsforcharity.com.
CAROLE KING & JAMES TAYLOR – LIVE AT THE TROUBADOUR - RECORDED LIVE AT LOS ANGELES’ FAMED “TROUBADOUR” NIGHTCLUB SET FOR RELEASE MAY 4THSpecial 2-Disc CD/DVD Package, Released by Hear Music / Concord Music Group, Captures Legendary Singer-Songwriters’ Historic 2007 Troubadour Reunion Performances in Dazzling HD Video and 5.1 Audio
Los Angeles, CA – March 16, 2010 – In November of 1970 James Taylor and Carole King first performed together at the Troubadour on Santa Monica Boulevard in West Hollywood, California. Taylor had just released his debut album for the Beatles’ newly formed Apple Records and King was finding her way as a first time solo performer even though by then she was a famous songwriter with a string of hits for other artists. When they returned to the club for a two-week co-headlining run in 1971 their lives were somewhat different. That summer Taylor’s “Fire and Rain” was topping the charts and King’s landmark
Tapestry was on its way to making her a music superstar. Thirty-six years later, in November 2007, James Taylor, Carole King and members of their renowned original band “The Section” (featuring guitarist Danny Kortchmar, bassist Leland Sklar and drummer Russell Kunkel) returned to the Troubadour for a three night, six show run to celebrate the venue’s 50th anniversary. Those historic shows are documented in
Live at the Troubadour, a special 2-disc CD/DVD available May 4th from Hear Music/Concord Music Group. This remarkable recording, culled from these unforgettable string of shows, features 15 songs and 75 minutes of pristine video and audio including stunning performances of the pair’s most beloved hits such as Carole King’s “So Far Away,” “It’s Too Late,” and “Will You Love Me Tomorrow?” as well as James Taylor’s “Carolina in My Mind,” “Sweet Baby James,” and “Fire and Rain” to name just a few.
The return to the intimate Troubadour--the fertile ground that served as the unofficial home to a some of the era’s defining musicians such as the Eagles, Elton John, Jackson Browne, Linda Ronstadt and Joni Mitchell--rekindled King’s and Taylor’s love for making music together. Variety enthused at the time, “Taylor and King reminded us about the intensity of the song, that the artistically-rich and commercially-viable are not mutually exclusive and how one tiny club continues to be a birthing room for some of this city's most memorable music.” The experience was deeply felt by everyone: the musicians on stage, the fans in attendance as well as the project’s technical crew: audio producer Peter Asher (an instrumental figure throughout Taylor’s career) and Emmy winning video director, Martyn Atkins. Live at the Troubadour is captured in sterling 5.1 stereo and state-of-the-art high definition video.
In the album’s liner notes, Taylor states: “The Troubadour in 1971 wasn’t the beginning, but it was a big step into the light for both of us. When we reunited for the Troubadour’s 50th Anniversary celebration in 2007, it felt like yesterday. It was, and still is, all about the music and the celebration of performing together.” King adds, “What’s even more remarkable is that James’s and my musical connection and friendship continue to transcend time and place. Whenever we’re together, there we are. I feel a tremendous gratitude to be able to share this experience with James, with this fine band, and most of all, with the fans.”
This memorable event was also the inspiration for the recently announced 60-concert “Troubadour Reunion” world tour that will kick off in Melbourne, Australia on March 26th and will travel to New Zealand and Japan before coming to North America starting in May. For the Troubadour Reunion tour, King and Taylor will once again be joined on stage by Kortchmar, Sklar and Kunkel. The tour has so far generated an overwhelming response exemplified by numerous sold-out shows including multiple nights at The Hollywood Bowl May 13th, 14th and 15th, New York’s Madison Square Garden June 15th, 16th and 30th and Tanglewood July 3rd, 4th and 5th.
Additionally, for all arena shows within the U.S., the unique stage design of the Troubadour Reunion tour will incorporate one-of-a-kind VIP Stage Seats whose sale will benefit local and national charities throughout the U.S tour including the Natural Resources Defense Council and the Alliance for the Wild Rockies. These charities have been chosen specifically by Carole King and James Taylor and are available at
www.ticketsforcharity.com . These unique Stage Seats, arranged in tables of two surrounding the stage, create an extraordinary “venue within a venue,” an intimate, club-like setting replicating the intimacy of the duo’s legendary night at the Troubadour four decades ago, amidst the excitement of an arena performance.
Live at the Troubadour track listing:
1. Blossom (James Taylor)
2. So Far Away (Carole King)
3. Machine Gun Kelly (Danny Kortchmar)
4. Carolina in My Mind (James Taylor)
5. It’s Too Late (Carole King - Toni Stern)
6. Smackwater Jack (Gerry Goffin - Carole King)
7. Something in the Way She Moves (James Taylor)
8. Will You Love Me Tomorrow? (Gerry Goffin - Carole King)
9. Country Road (James Taylor)
10. Fire and Rain (James Taylor)
11. Sweet Baby James (James Taylor)
12. I Feel the Earth Move (Carole King)
13. You’ve Got a Friend (Carole King)
14. Up on the Roof (Gerry Goffin - Carole King)
15. You Can Close Your Eyes (James Taylor)
ABOUT CAROLE KING:
In 1971, King gave us the landmark Tapestry. The album received a Diamond Award from the RIAA for sales of more than 10 million units in the U.S., with more than 25 million units sold worldwide. King was the first woman to win four GRAMMY®Awards in one year (Best Album, Best Song, Best Record, and Best Vocal Performance in 1972); a feat unsurpassed for more than 25 years, and was featured on the cover of Time Magazinein 1973. In 1987, King and Gerry Goffin were inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and honored with their Lifetime Achievement Award in 1988. Goffin and King were also inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990 and were honored by The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences in 2004 with the GRAMMY®Trustees’ Award. To date, more than 400 Carole King compositions have been recorded by more than 1000 artists, resulting in more than 100 hit singles - many reaching #1. She is arguably the most successful and revered female songwriter in pop music history. Carole King has released 25 solo albums, the most recent being The Living Room Tourdouble-live CD and companion DVD, entitled Welcome to My Living Roomon her own Rockingale Records label.
ABOUT JAMES TAYLOR:
Over the course of his career, James Taylor has sold more than 40 million albums, and won more than 40 gold, platinum and multi-platinum awards as well as five GRAMMY® Awards. Taylor’s first Greatest Hitsalbum earned him the RIAA’s elite Diamond Award, given for sales in excess of 10 million units in the United States. In 2000, Taylor was inducted into both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame. In February 2006, The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences named Taylor its MUSICARES Person of the Year. Taylor’s CD/DVD One Man Band (2007) was nominated for an Emmy and his most recent album, Covers, was nominated for two GRAMMY®Awards in 2008. He most recently released Other Covers in April 2009.
For complete tour routing and information about the Troubadour Reunion tour, please visit
www.jamestaylor.com,
www.caroleking.com and
www.concordmusicgroup.comFor more information, please contact:
Allison Elbl – IDPR – 323-822-4851
aelbl@id-pr.comJoel Amsterdam – Hear Music / Concord Music Group – 310-385-4206
joel.amsterdam@concordmusicgroup.com
King and Taylor Benefit Charities With 'Intimate and In-The-Round' Stage Seats Now Available on www.ticketsforcharity.com
Los Angeles, CA – February 24, 2010 – Due to an overwhelming response by fans - and sold-out shows in many cities - Carole King and James Taylor have added sixteen new dates to their "Troubadour Reunion" tour:
| May 18 |
Santa Barbara, CA |
Santa Barbara Bowl |
| June 22 |
Philadelphia, PA |
Wachovia Center |
| June 23 |
Washington, DC |
Verizon Arena |
| June 25 |
Newark, NJ |
Prudential Center |
| June 26 |
Pittsburgh, PA |
Mellon Arena |
| June 28 |
Wilkes-Barre, PA |
Mohegan Sun Arena |
| June 30 |
New York, NY |
Madison Square Garden |
| July 7 |
Cleveland, OH |
Quicken Loans Arena |
| July 9 |
Chicago, IL |
United Center |
| July 10 |
St. Louis, MO |
Scottrade Center |
| July 12 |
Sun Valley, ID |
Sun Valley Center For The Arts |
| July 14 |
Denver, CO |
Pepsi Center |
| July 15 |
Salt Lake City, UT |
EnergySolutions Arena |
| July 17 |
Las Vegas, NV |
MGM Grand |
| July 19 |
Oakland, CA |
Oracle Arena |
| July 20 |
Anaheim, CA |
Honda Center |
In addition, King and Taylor are also offering fans one-of-a-kind VIP Stage Seats on the North American leg of the Troubadour Reunion tour. Proceeds from the sale of these special tickets will benefit both national and local charities from each of the cities visited on the tour, including the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and Alliance for the Wild Rockies, environmental organizations that both King and Taylor have championed for years. Available exclusively at www.ticketsforcharity.com, these unique stage seats, arranged in tables of two surrounding the stage, present a once-in-a-lifetime concert experience to see two of the world’s most accomplished singer-songwriters.
The idea for the VIP seating grew out of King and Taylor’s desire to create an extraordinary "venue within a venue", an intimate, club-like setting replicating the intimacy of the duo's legendary Troubadour performances four decades ago, amidst the excitement of an arena performance.
Charity Packages include:
- One VIP Stage Seat (arranged in tables of two)
- Special access to Carole King and James Taylor’s sound check session before the show
- Pre-performance VIP reception with complimentary wine, beer and hors d’oeuvres
- VIP Tour Laminate
- Commemorative Troubadour Reunion Tour Book
Fans can purchase VIP Stage Seat Charity Packages by visiting
www.ticketsforcharity.com or calling Tickets-for-Charity at 1-866-567-4576.
ABOUT TICKETS-FOR-CHARITY®
Tickets-for-Charity works with some of the biggest names in entertainment to offer fans access to fantastic concert seats, at typically the same or better price they find elsewhere, while supporting great causes in the process. Tickets-for-Charity has generated over $3.4 million in donations working with artists such as Billy Joel, Brad Paisley, Coldplay, Elton John, James Taylor, John Mayer, Kenny Chesney, the Rolling Stones, The Police and Barbra Streisand and partners with over 30 of the world’s most respected non-profit organizations, including Feeding America, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Natural Resources Defense Council. To learn more about Tickets-for-Charity and its complete list of partners and current Charitable Sale™ events, please visit www.ticketsforcharity.com.
ABOUT CAROLE KING:
In 1971, King gave us the landmark Tapestry. The album received a Diamond Award from the RIAA for sales of more than 10 million units in the U.S., with more than 25 million units sold worldwide. King was the first woman to win four GRAMMY® Awards in one year (Best Album, Best Song, Best Record, and Best Vocal Performance in 1972), a feat unsurpassed for more than 25 years, and was featured on the cover of Time Magazine in 1973. In 1987, King and Gerry Goffin were inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and honored with their Lifetime Achievement Award in 1988. Goffin and King were also inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990 and were honored by The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences in 2004 with the GRAMMY® Trustees' Award. To date, more than 400 Carole King compositions have been recorded by more than 1000 artists, resulting in more than 100 hit singles - many reaching #1. She is arguably the most successful and revered female songwriter in pop music history. Carole King has released 25 solo albums, the most recent being The Living Room Tour double-live CD and companion DVD, entitled Welcome to My Living Room on her own Rockingale Records label.
ABOUT JAMES TAYLOR:
Over the course of his career, James Taylor has sold more than 40 million albums, and won more than 40 gold, platinum and multi-platinum awards as well as five GRAMMY® Awards. Taylor's first Greatest Hits album earned him the RIAA’s elite Diamond Award, given for sales in excess of 10 million units in the United States. In 2000, Taylor was inducted into both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame. In February 2006, The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences named Taylor its MUSICARES Person of the Year. Taylor's CD/DVD One Man Band (2007) was nominated for an Emmy and his most recent album, Covers, was nominated for two GRAMMY® Awards in 2008. He most recently released Other Covers in April 2009.
For complete tour routing, please visit www.jamestaylor.com and www.caroleking.com.
For James Taylor, contact:
Allison Elbl
ID
aelbl@id-pr.com
ph: 323.822.4851
For Carole King, contact:
Matt Hanks
Shore Fire Media
mhanks@shorefire.com
ph: 718.522.7171
By popular demand, Carole King and James Taylor announce the addition of a third Troubadour Reunion concert at Tanglewood in Lenox, MA, on Monday, July 5. Due to the overwhelming response from fan and public sales, the shows on July 3 and July 4 quickly sold out and a third show has now been added. Both shed and lawn tickets to this show will be available here through JamesTaylor.com this Wednesday morning, February 10 at 10 am EST.
ONLY A FEW DAYS LEFT TO ORDER!
Sales to benefit Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and Alliance for the Wild Rockies.
In collaboration with Tickets-for-Charity®, Carole King and James Taylor are thrilled to announce the exclusive sale of VIP Charity Stage Seat Packages to the CaroleKing.com and JamesTaylor.com communities in advance of the public sale.
These one-of-a-kind VIP Charity Packages offer table seating surrounding the stage. Stage seats have been designed to recreate the intimacy of the legendary Troubadour performances but put into context of the Troubadour Reunion arena show. Each charity package will include a charitable contribution to the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and Alliance for the Wild Rockies as well as other partner charities of your choice, and include:
- One VIP Stage Seat (arranged in tables of two)
- Special access to Carole King and James Taylor's
sound check session before the show
- Pre-performance VIP reception with complimentary
wine, beer and hors d'oeuvres
- VIP tour laminate
- Commemorative tour book
Tickets-for-Charity is also offering a varied selection of Troubadour Reunion concert tickets in various price categories for most major tour cities. Sales of all tickets will benefit NRDC and Alliance for the Wild Rockies, as well as other partner charities of your choice.
Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime concert experience while supporting the outstanding environmental work of these two organizations.
These VIP Stage Seat Packages are only on sale for a few more days so hurry over to Tickets-For-Charity and reserve your spots today!
In spring 2011, James Taylor presents a highly personal four-event Perspectives series at Carnegie Hall, a unique residency that celebrates the songs that have made him an American icon, revealing his true breadth as a musician and his evolution as an artist. Taylor's Perspectives begins in April 2011 when he hosts a very special gala honoring Carnegie Hall's 120th anniversary. The following week, he explores his musical roots with a performance that focuses on his early influences, including bluegrass, blues, Celtic music, and Church of England hymns. In May, Taylor offers an evening of conversation and music making devoted to popular music's instrument of choice, delving into the versatility of the guitar with all-stars of the genre. His Perspectives series concludes that month when he is joined in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage by his legendary band for a performance of his greatest hits.
To read more about these performances or to purchase a subscription to a Carnegie Hall Series that will include one of the James Taylor events, please visit the Carnegie Hall website here.
Information about JamesTaylor.com presale for a very limited number of single tickets to the three Stern Auditorium events will be forthcoming this summer.
If you are interested in more information about Gala tickets (concert plus dinner) for the April 12, 2011 Gala, please email the Carnegie Hall Special Events department: specialevents@carnegiehall.org.
- Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage
James Taylor at Carnegie Hall: 120th Anniversary Gala
One of the most beloved singer-songwriter-guitarists of our time celebrates 120 years of Carnegie Hall's legendary history with special guests.
- Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage
James Taylor: Roots
This concert, in which James Taylor will be joined by special guests, spotlights the variety of influences that have shaped Taylor's music, from bluegrass and blues to Celtic music and church hymns.
- Friday, May 6, 2011
Zankel Hall
James Taylor: Guitar Conversations
James Taylor invites a few of his guitar heroes to join him for this not-to-be-missed night of conversation and performance devoted to popular music's instrument of choice.
- Monday, May 9, 2011
Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage
Quintessential James Taylor and his Band
James Taylor and his legendary band perform their greatest hits at Carnegie Hall.
By popular demand Carole King & James Taylor adds second date in Mohegan Sun Arena on June 13th. Tickets are on sale now. Due to overwhelming demand, Carole King & James Taylor have added a second show in Mohegan Sun Arena on Sunday, June 13th at 7:30 pm EST. Iconic recording artists Carole King and James Taylor unveiled North American dates for the highly-anticipated "Troubadour Reunion" tour last week. This once-in-a-lifetime event marks a rare concert experience bringing two of the most beloved singer/songwriters on tour together - intimate and in the round - for the first time in four decades. Tickets are on sale now through the JamesTaylor.com Store and Ticketmaster.
The idea for the tour was conceived after a series of six performances Taylor and King gave at the Troubadour in Los Angeles in 2007 to celebrate the famed venue's 50th anniversary. The shows sold out immediately and garnered rave reviews from fans and critics alike.
Joining King and Taylor on tour will be their original bandmates guitarist Danny "Kootch" Kortchmar, drummer Russ Kunkel and bassist Lee Sklar, famous in their own right as "The Section." Also joining "The Section" will be Rudy Guess, Robbie Kondor, Arnold McCuller, Kate Markowitz and Andrea Zonn.
King and Taylor's historic performance together at the Troubadour in November 1970 heralded King's transition to solo stage performer, after penning 22 Top 40 hits for artists ranging from Aretha Franklin's "(You Make Me Feel Like A) Natural Woman" to The Monkees' "Pleasant Valley Sunday." Meanwhile Taylor was supporting his self-titled Apple Records release featuring classics such as "Carolina In My Mind" and "Something
In The Way She Moves."
In 1971, Carole King gave us the landmark Tapestry. The album received a Diamond Award from the RIAA for sales of more than 10 million units in the U.S., with more than 25 million units sold worldwide. King was the first woman to win four Grammy Awards in one year ("Best Album," "Best Song," "Best Record," and "Best Vocal Performance" in 1972), a feat unsurpassed for more than 25 years, and was featured on the cover of Time Magazine in 1973. In 1987, King and Gerry Goffin were inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and honored with their Lifetime Achievement Award in 1988. Goffin and King were also inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990 and were honored by The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences in 2004 with the Grammy Trustees' Award. To date, more than 400 Carole King compositions have been recorded by more than 1,000 artists, resulting in more than 100 hit singles - many reaching #1. She is arguably the most successful and revered female songwriter in Pop music history. Carole King has released 25 solo albums, the most recent being The Living Room Tour double-live CD and companion DVD, entitled Welcome to My Living Room on her own Rockingale Records label.
Over the course of his career, James Taylor has sold more than 40 million albums and has won more than 40 gold, platinum and multi-platinum awards as well as five Grammy Awards. Taylor's first Greatest Hits album earned him the RIAA's elite Diamond
Award, given for sales in excess of 10 million units in the United States. In 2000, Taylor was
inducted into both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame. In February 2006, The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences named Taylor its MusiCares "Person of the Year." Taylor's CD/DVD One Man Band (2007) was nominated for an Emmy and his most recent album, Covers, was nominated for two Grammy Awards in 2008. He most recently released Other Covers in April 2009.
Mohegan Sun Arena is ranked the 4th best venue by Billboard Magazine and was the 2008 recipient of a Country Music Award for "Casino of The Year." For more information on concerts and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit MoheganSun.com.
Tickets to James Taylor's just-announced benefit concert for Haiti sold out in 90 minutes this morning, raising $150,000 for Partners in Health, which Taylor and his wife, Kim, then matched, making the total amount raised so far to benefit the people of Haiti: $300,000. Upon hearing news of the sold out concert, Mr. Taylor volunteered to donate his services for a second show on Saturday, January 23 at 8 pm. "The need in Haiti is so great and our community in the Berkshires is so generous. Performing another concert is the least I can do and, fortunately, the Mahaiwe is free the next night," he said.
Tickets to "Help for Haiti: An Intimate Evening with James Taylor" are $100 (balcony), $200 (orchestra and mezzanine), and $1,000 (golden circle including private post-show reception with the artists) and will go on sale on Wednesday, January 20 at 9 am at Mahaiwe.org and in person at the Mahaiwe Box Office (14 Castle Street in Great Barrington, MA). No phone sales are available for this concert and there is a limit of four tickets per person.
"Our hearts go out to everyone in Haiti," said Mr. Taylor. "We need to do everything we can to help the country recover after this tragic earthquake. I'm grateful to do my part and hope my neighbors here in the Berkshires will join me and be as generous as possible."
Mr. Taylor will be joined by his longtime singers Kate Markowitz, Arnold McCuller, his wife, Kim, and Boston Symphony Orchestra cellist Owen Young.
Partners In Health (PIH) has been working on the ground in Haiti for over 20 years. The organization works to bring modern medical care to poor communities in nine countries around the world. The work of PIH has three goals: to care for patients, to alleviate the root causes of disease in their communities, and to share lessons learned around the world. Based in Boston, PIH employs more than 11,000 people worldwide, including doctors, nurses, and community health workers. The vast majority of PIH staff are local nationals based in the communities they serve.
We are pleased to announce North American concert dates for the Carole King & James Taylor "Troubadour Reunion" tour. Unless otherwise noted, your opportunity to purchase advanced Best Seats tickets for these concerts will begin the morning of Wednesday, January 13. North American dates begin on May 7 in Portland, OR, and extend through June 19 in Boston, MA. The tour will travel to over 20 major venues and cities nationwide including Madison Square Garden in New York and a three-night stand at The Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. Check the Schedule page for the full list of shows, as well as presale start times.
The idea for the tour was conceived after a series of six performances Taylor and King gave at the Troubadour in Los Angeles in 2007 to celebrate the famed venue’s 50th Anniversary. The shows sold out immediately and garnered rave reviews from fans and critics alike.
Joining King and Taylor on tour will be their original bandmates guitarist Danny “Kootch” Kortchmar, drummer Russ Kunkel and bassist Lee Sklar, famous in their own right as “The Section.” Also joining "The Section" will be: Rudy Guess, Robbie Kondor, Arnold McCuller, Kate Markowitz, Andrea Zonn.
King and Taylor will also perform together on The Today Show and The Late Show with David Letterman on January 20.
Read the full press release here.
Legendary singer-songwriter and Boston native James Taylor will make a very special appearance at the 2010 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic® at Fenway Park on New Year's Day to perform the U.S. National Anthem. Fellow Bostonians the Dropkick Murphys and singer-songwriter Daniel Powter also will perform prior to the historic outdoor matchup between the Boston Bruins and the Philadelphia Flyers on Jan. 1. NBC will provide live broadcast coverage of the game and the performances in the U.S. In Canada, CBC and RDS will televise the event live.
Taylor will perform the U.S. National Anthem on the field at Fenway Park just prior to the face-off of the 2010 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic®. Over the course of his career, Taylor has sold more than 40 million albums and won more than 40 gold, platinum and multi-platinum awards as well as five GRAMMY® Awards. In 2000, Taylor was inducted into both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame. In February 2006, The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences named Taylor its MUSICARES Person of the Year. Taylor's CD/DVD One Man Band (2007) was nominated for an Emmy and his album, Covers, was nominated for two GRAMMY® Awards in 2008. He most recently released Other Covers in April 2009. In addition, Taylor and fellow music icon Carole King recently announced that they will embark on a "Troubadour Reunion" world tour. This once-in-a-lifetime event brings together two of the most beloved singer-songwriters for a rare concert experience. North American dates will be announced soon.
Preceding Taylor's rendition of the U.S. National Anthem at the start of the 2010 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic, singer-songwriter Daniel Powter will perform the Canadian Anthem. A native of British Columbia, the former violinist's self-titled debut album featured the memorable song "Bad Day," which topped the Billboard Hot 100 charts for five consecutive weeks, earned Powter a 2007 Grammy Award nomination for "Best Male Pop Vocal Performance" and became the best-selling digital single of all-time in the U.S., selling nearly 2.5 million downloads. The much-anticipated new album from Powter, "Under the Radar," will be released early in 2010.
American Celtic punk band Dropkick Murphys will open the historic outdoor game at Fenway Park with a performance of their signature song, "I'm Shipping Up to Boston," which was featured in the 2006 Academy Award-winning film, The Departed. Formed in Boston in 1996, the Dropkick Murphys quickly became local favorites and fixtures at both Fenway Park and the TD Garden. With "The Meanest of Times," the band's sixth studio album, the seven-piece outfit also has launched its own record label, Born & Bred Records.
"We are absolutely thrilled that James Taylor, Daniel Powter and the Dropkick Murphys are performing at the 2010 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic," said Don Renzulli, NHL Senior Vice President of Events & Entertainment. "As performers and as hockey fans, James, Daniel and the Dropkick Murphys bring a new level of excitement to this historic game and this iconic venue."
Last year's NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field attracted the largest U.S. audience for a regular-season NHL game in 34 years. The 2010 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic, a celebration of the sport of hockey and a return to its roots, will be the third regular-season outdoor NHL® game played in the U.S. and the fourth overall.
There are multiple ways for fans throughout North America to tune-in on New Year's Day. NBC will provide live broadcast coverage of the game in the U.S. In Canada, CBC and RDS will televise the event live. NHL Network™ will offer all-access pre- and post-game original programming. And 98.5 The Sports Hub in Boston, WIP Radio in Philadelphia and SIRIUS XM Radio will carry the live radio coverage with NHL.com providing extensive and comprehensive digital video coverage.
The Carole King & James Taylor Troubadour Reunion tour has announced three more dates during their tour in Australia. The Melbourne and Brisbane shows have each been held over for an extra night, and a stop in Adelaide has also been added to the tour. Of course, JamesTaylor.com has your Best Seats tickets available through our presale. Thursday, December 10 at 10 am local time, tickets for each of these three shows will be available for purchase through the JamesTaylor.com Store.
Check the Tour page for full concert listings. Sign up to the official JamesTaylor.com newsletter and receive updates on the tour directly to your inbox. Watch for an announcement in mid-January with more cities and dates on the Troubadour Reunion tour.
Last Alaska Moon, the new album by Livingston Taylor, is available for sale through his website at
www.livtaylor.com/store. The album is a compilation of eleven original songs, with a range of music reflecting the breadth of Livingston’s exceptional songwriting. Bluegrass, country, and heartfelt ballads are all in the mix, and musicians from Union Station accompany him on some tunes. A cover with nephew Ben Taylor rounds out the effort.
A friendly suggestion:
Last Alaska Moon, and it sure sounds fine (sound being the key aspect of an album to consider). They're fresh and crisp, stacked up and ready to go so...if you're an LT fan, why not click your way on over and give 'er a listen?
James Taylor
December 2009
