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entertainment1 year ago

"Budweiser's Super Bowl 58 Ad: Clydesdales, Insurance, and Mayo Take Center Stage"

The Band's "The Weight" is featured in a new Budweiser Super Bowl LVIII commercial, marking one of the first full Super Bowl ads to be released. The ad, which includes the beer company's iconic Clydesdale horses, showcases the timeless quality of the song. Anheuser-Busch, responsible for Budweiser and Bud Light, will be the biggest advertiser among alcohol brands at this year's Super Bowl. Additionally, the late guitarist Robbie Robertson was posthumously nominated for an Oscar for his score in Martin Scorsese's film "Killers of the Flower Moon."

via Ultimate Classic Rock|
#budweiser#commercial#entertainment
obituary2 years ago

Remembering Rock Brynner: Hollywood Royalty's Son, Writer, Teacher, and Muhammad Ali's Bodyguard, Passes Away at 76

Rock Brynner, son of iconic actor Yul Brynner, passed away at the age of 76. He had a diverse career, working as a road manager for The Band, bodyguard for Muhammad Ali, farmer, pilot, street performer, novelist, and professor. Brynner wrote a one-man play, a biography of his father, and several other books. He was also an early investor in the Hard Rock Cafe. Survived by his sisters, Brynner leaves behind a legacy of varied experiences and accomplishments.

via Deadline|
#hard-rock-cafe#muhammad-ali#obituary
music2 years ago

"Maria McKee Reflects on Robbie Robertson's Timeless Elegance and Collaborative Genius"

Singer-songwriter Maria McKee reflects on her friendship and collaboration with Robbie Robertson, the late musician and member of The Band. McKee discusses Robertson's storytelling abilities, the influence of The Band on Americana music, and their shared experiences working on music together. She also highlights Robertson's talent for discovering and nurturing young talent, as well as his love for film and storytelling. McKee admires Robertson's generosity in sharing his experiences and oral history, and aspires to follow in his footsteps.

via Variety|
#friendship#maria-mckee#music
music2 years ago

"Maria McKee Reflects on Robbie Robertson's Timeless Elegance and Collaborative Genius"

Singer-songwriter Maria McKee reflects on her friendship and collaboration with Robbie Robertson, the late band leader of The Band. McKee describes Robertson as a storyteller and a mentor who had a love for listening to and interacting with young artists. She discusses the influence of The Band and their immersive, theatrical performances, as well as Robertson's role in shaping the Americana genre. McKee also shares anecdotes about their creative partnership, including their work on the music video for "Somewhere Down the Crazy River." She admires Robertson's elegance, refinement, and generosity in sharing his oral history and experiences with others.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#collaboration#maria-mckee#music
music2 years ago

"Bob Dylan's Heartfelt Tribute to Robbie Robertson: A Lifelong Friendship Lost"

Bob Dylan mourns the death of his lifelong friend, Robbie Robertson, who passed away at the age of 80 from prostate cancer. Robertson, the frontman of The Band, had a close bond with Dylan that spanned over 50 years, including providing backing for Dylan's controversial electric tour. Robertson's death leaves a void in the music world, and Dylan expressed his shock and sadness at the news. Robertson was also known for his collaborations with filmmaker Martin Scorsese and his contributions to iconic songs such as "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down" and "Up On Cripple Creek."

via Daily Mail|
#bob-dylan#music#music-collaboration
music2 years ago

Remembering Robbie Robertson: The Band Frontman and Canadian Songwriter Dies at 80

Robbie Robertson, the musician and singer best known for fronting The Band and penning their biggest hits, has died at the age of 80. Robertson passed away in Los Angeles after a long illness. Throughout his career, he collaborated extensively with director Martin Scorsese on film soundtracks, including classics like Raging Bull and The Departed. Robertson recently completed his fourteenth film music project with Scorsese, Killers of the Flower Moon. He leaves behind a legacy of influential music and a longstanding friendship with Scorsese.

via The Independent|
#death#martin-scorsese#music
music2 years ago

Robbie Robertson, Iconic Band Frontman, Passes Away at 80

Robbie Robertson, the guitarist and primary songwriter for The Band, known for classics like "The Weight" and "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down," has passed away at the age of 80. Robertson played a pivotal role in shaping the band's sound and was a key collaborator with Bob Dylan. He led The Band through their successful years, but eventually decided to end the group in 1976. Robertson's legacy includes his contributions to Americana music and his work as a solo artist and film composer.

via Rolling Stone|
#guitarist#legacy#music