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Mittwoch, 2. März 2011

George Michael Covers "True Faith"


George Michael has revamped New Order's True Faith hit to help raise cash for charity.

The proceeds from the single will go to Comic Relief, a British charity which previously received the proceeds from George Michael's "As" hit.

Comic Relief founder Richard Curtis is thrilled with George Michael'scontribution to the charity, revealing that he has been very generous with his cash and time in recent years.

"Over the years, George has been the most tremendous supporter of Comic Relief. Out of the blue one year he gave us all the cash from the release of As, his single with Mary J Blige. Then he did a brilliant Little Britain sketch".

"But, most excitingly, he's giving Comic Relief all the money from his new single, True Faith. It's always so moving when people stick with us year after year - and we're thrilled and delighted about the song, and the wonderful video that goes with it."

"We promise we'll use every penny we make from it to save and change lives in Africa and all over the UK." Richard Curtis, Vice Chair, Comic Relief

The video will premiere at on March 19th at the end of Comic Relief's annual Red Nose Day telethon.

 Here's the original version of "True Faith", sung by New Order in 1987.

Donnerstag, 3. Februar 2011

The Comet: George Michael’s “Faith” Remastered Giveaway!


Remastered packages of George Michael’s “Faith” are finally here and The Comet is giving away a special, limited edition collectors box set. Enter to win by following CometMusic on Twitter and tweeting the correct response to a little fun fact. You gotta have “Faith!”

As the record was originally released in 1987, we’ll pick the 87th person to tweet the correct answer!
“Faith” has been released in several formats, including the limited edition collectors box set, two-CD/DVD special editions, two-CD edition and an iTunes LP.
The box set includes: “Faith” remastered, a bonus CD of remastered B-sides and mixes, the vinyl album and a DVD boasting interviews and videos. Plus, a 60-page booklet containing an exclusive new interview with George, rare photos and a memorabilia envelope with art prints, replica tour tickets, pass and poster, all taken from Michael’s personal archive.
To win, follow The Comet here on Twitter and tell us which song was playing on the jukebox at the start of Michael’s iconic “Faith” music video.


Freitag, 28. Januar 2011

George Michael Faith (Remastered) Twitter Giveaway!


On January 31, GeorgeMichael.com Twitter followers are invited to celebrate the re-release of George Michael's iconic debut solo album, Faith, now newly remastered, by participating in the GeorgeMichael.com Twitter "All Day Giveaway"!

Starting at 12 noon GMT, re-tweet the message "I GOTTA HAVE FAITH" for your chance to win a copy of the Faith (Remastered) Limited Edition Numbered Collectors Box Set. Winners will be randomly selected by the GeorgeMichael.com team every hour, on the hour, for 10 hours

Not already following GeorgeMichael.com on Twitter? No problem! Become a follower today for your chance to win

For more information on the Faith (Remastered) Limited Edition Numbered Collectors Box Set, click here!

And to stay up-to-date on everything George Michael, join the official GeorgeMichael.com mailing list!

See you all on Monday!
The GeorgeMichael.com Team






Well I know what I'll be doing Monday morning at 7am EST! Good luck to everyone!

Samstag, 22. Januar 2011

George Michael - FAITH Remastered


George Michael is set to release a remastered version of his iconic album "Faith" on January 31st (February 1st in the US and Canada).

Re-discover amazing hits such as "Faith", "I Want Your Sex", "Father Figure", "Kissing A Fool", and "Monkey". The talent George Michael has is so unique it should truly be enjoyed by all generations!

The official website of George Michael is offering a special limited edition numbered collectors box. The package includes:

• Remastered album
• CD of remastered 12" versions/B-sides
• DVD featuring TV special from 1987, George Michael and Jonathon Ross Have Words, a 25-minute Music Money Love Faith EPK & seven remastered promo videos
• Stunning 60-page, hard-bound book that includes an exclusive interview with George Michael, sleeve notes, rare photos & memorabilia
• Vinyl album replica of the original LP
• Memorabilia envelope that includes five art prints, reproduction poster, tickets & tour pass from the Faith tour sourced from George Michael’s personal archive
• All housed in a 12 x 12 numbered, black and gold-foiled slipcase

Disc 1 - Faith Remastered

Faith
Father Figure
I Want Your Sex (Parts 1 & 2)
One More Try
Hard Day
Hand To Mouth
Look At Your Hands
Monkey
Kissing A Fool
A Last Request (I Want Your Sex Part 3)

Disc 2 - Remastered Bonus Tracks

Faith (Instrumental)
Fantasy
Hard Day (Shep Pettibone Mix)
I Believe When I Fall In Love
Kissing A Fool (Instrumental)
Love's In Need Of Love Today
Monkey (7" Edit)
Monkey (A Capella)
Monkey (Jam & Lewis Remix)

Freitag, 5. Dezember 2008

George Michael and Alicia Keys - Live in Dubai!


George Michael and Alicia Keys turned the Abu Dhabi Zayed Sports City Stadium into a giant club on Monday night, giving their near 30,000 fans two unforgettable performances.

Alicia opened the night with Go Ahead from her latest 2007 album, "As I Am", followed by hits like "Fallin", "A Woman’s Worth" and "How Come You Don’t Call Me" from "Songs in A Minor" (2001), "You Don’t Know my Name", "Diary and Karma" from "The Diary of Alicia Keys" (2003), and "Superwoman", "Like You’ll Never See Me Again" and "Teenage Love Affair" (As I Am).

She exited backstage after singing an acoustic version of "Fallin". The crowd clapped and cheered long enough for her to return and perform the long-awaited hit "No One".

However, reviews confirm that the star of the evening was George Michael. Performing at his last tour concert, the final stop on his 25 Live Tour, Michael 45, showed that he remains the energetic showman and talented singer and songwriter he’s always been.

GM shook the stadium impressing three generations with hits such as "Fastlove", "Faith", "Listen Without Prejudice", "Father Figure", "Older" and "Patience".















Samstag, 29. November 2008

New George Michael Song - "December Song (I Dreamed of Christmas)"


George Michael is giving his fans a new Christmas song, which will be available for free on Christmas day, on www.georgemichael.com

"December Song (I Dreamed of Christmas)" will get its first air play on Monday.

The song will be available on George Michael's official site and some other online music outlets, his spokeswoman said.

It is the first Christmas song to be released by GM since the 1984 classic Wham! hit "Last Christmas".

The new release was originally promised by the singer on stage during the last night of his Final two sell-out concerts at London’s Earls Court, billed as his “last arena shows in the UK”, in August.

It was written and produced by the singer and co-written with his friend David Austin.





Montag, 20. Oktober 2008

George Michael - To Perform in Abu Dhabi


George Michael will be performing in Abu Dhabi in a lavish hotel in November. He recently announced that he would retire, however who could refuse a $1.7 million gig?

The singer performed at London's Earl Court in August in a set of final concerts dubbed The Final Two - fuelling speculation he is to quit performing.

According to Britain's Daily Mirror newspaper, tickets to the show are expected to be sold for US$340 each.

George Michael sure seems to be doing much better with this gig lined up after once again being arrested for possession of drugs in London last month.

Instead of Abu Dhabi, wouldn't everyone prefer to hear new music from GM?



Sonntag, 21. September 2008

George Michael - Arrested Again...


Sadly, George Michael still hasn't learnt his lesson and has once again been arrested for possessing class A and class C drugs (crack cocaine and cannabis). Apparently, he was arrested after a tip-off from a suspicious toilet attendant after he was seen loitering in underground loose in London's Hampstead Heath on Friday.

It's not the first time he was arrested, back in 2006 he was found slumped over the wheel of his car as a result of taking drugs. We also all know how he was arrested in 1998 in a public bathroom in L.A for indecent exposure.

The Home Office website stipulates that possession of a Class A drug can result in a prison sentence of up to seven years, an unlimited fine or both. But a Home Office spokesman said that “circumstances and context” must be taken into consideration in such cases and that drug laws needed to be “flexible” to not only punish drug use, but also to help those suffering from addiction.

As a huge George Michael fan, it is disappointing to see such a talented man resort to drugs so much to battle whatever demons he has in him. He clearly is troubled and can't seem to get out of it...