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George Michael News from October-December 2001

December 30, 2001
Up for Bids

A YOGfriend is selling:

Both are available through ebay.

Yours Only George Updated

I just wanted to let everyone know that I have added more than 30 new links in the following categories:

Happy New Year

It looks like this will be my last post for this year so I'll leave you with some new links to enjoy.


December 29, 2001
Chart Talk

Chart Talk says that "FastLove" was a seven-week #1 in 1996.

George Michael Posters

If you're looking for George Michael posters, take a look at the new posters page.


December 28, 2001
If Only They'd Kept Their Mouths Shut!

George Michael is one of the responses in "If Only They'd Kept Their Mouths Shut!"


December 27, 2001
Critics May Say No, No, but Fans Love 'Yes, Dear'

What do George Michael and Lawrence Welk have in common? Well, nothing, but you can read about the two in "Critics May Say No, No, but Fans Love 'Yes, Dear'."


December 26, 2001
Articles

I spent a little time surfing the web and found these interesting articles:


December 25, 2001
Happy Christmas!

Ah, the Wham! years....

Music-label Sites Losing to Gray Market

These articles are the same but come from different sources. Both include a reference to George.

Colin Paterson Knows It's Christmas without any Aid

Band-Aid and George are mentioned in "Colin Paterson Knows It's Christmas without any Aid."

Fat's Nasty

George's rendition of "I Can't Make You Love Me" is noted in "Fat's Nasty."


December 24, 2001
Time to Unwrap a Corr

Simply the Best ’80s includes a song by Wham!, according to "Time to Unwrap a Corr."


December 21, 2001
"Last Christmas"

It's that time of year again. "Last Christmas" is getting a lot of press:

December 20, 2001
Williams Books His Place for Christmas Top Spot

George is once again mentioned in a Robbie Williams' article, this time in "Williams Books His Place for Christmas Top Spot."


December 19, 2001
Pop Idol

Here are a couple more links on Pop Idol:

Cliff Slams 'Jealous' George's Song Slur

If you missed the original article, here it is again: "Cliff Slams 'Jealous' George's Song Slur."


December 18, 2001
Pop Idol

I guess it's difficult to live up to George's rendition of "A Different Corner."

Frank, He Ain't

George gets mentioned in a Robbie Williams' article again, this time in "Frank, He Ain't."

George Michael Torna Negli Wham. Sì, Però...

"George Michael Torna Negli Wham. Sì, Però..." translates to "George Michael returns in Wham. Yes, but..." In reading the translation of this article, I think it's saying that George and Andrew are still friends but they will not be reuniting. If anyone has a better translation, I'd appreciate it.

I also noticed the following older articles on George:


December 17, 2001
Cliff Slams 'Jealous' George's Song Slur

George's comments about the "Millennium Prayer" did not sit well with Cliff Richards. Read more in "Cliff Slams 'Jealous' George's Song Slur."

Do You Remember All These Other Christmas No 1s ?

George is noted for his contribution to "Do They Know It's Christmas" in "Do You Remember All These Other Christmas No 1s?"


December 16, 2001
Elton and Me

George is called a "bore" in the article "Elton and Me."

Yours Only George Links Updated

I just wanted to let everyone know that I have added 40 new links in the following categories:

We now have more than 500 links! Also, I have looked through the Articles and Miscellaneous links and removed any links that don't work anymore.

Holiday Specials Make for Feel-good TV

"Pavarotti and Friends" (with George) will be on Bravo at 7 p.m. on December 20, according to "Holiday Specials Make for Feel-good TV."


December 15, 2001
George Michael to release single in February

According to the Ananova article "George Michael to release single in February," George's next single will be released to radio in January and to the CD-buying public in February.

Take That

What has Pepsi Demacque (of Pepsi and Shirlie) up to these days? Find out in "Take That."

Arrival of George Michael's Pal May Lead to NZ Tour

Pepsi Demacque says that George is likely to tour with the release of the new album. See more in "Arrival of George Michael's Pal May Lead to NZ Tour."

City diary

"City diary" includes a reference to karaoke of "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go."


December 14, 2001
Vote for the Best Christmas Song Ever

Vote for "Last Christmas" as the best Christmas song ever.

Today In History for Wednesday, December 12, 2001

On December 12, 1987, George Michael topped the pop singles chart with "Faith."


December 13, 2001
Has Robbie Got It All Sewn Up?

According to "Has Robbie Got It All Sewn Up?" BTH are aiming to be the first Latvian act to have a hit in the UK charts with their dance version of Wham's "Last Christmas."

The Reggae Christmas Hits Album

Let's all have a Reggae "Last Christmas." Ya, mon! See more in the review for The Reggae Christmas Hits Album.


December 12, 2001
This Day in Music

"Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me," was #1 ten years ago today.

Pop Idol Gareth says Rik and Zoe are Biggest Threats

According to "Pop Idol Gareth says Rik and Zoe are Biggest Threats," Gareth will be singing "Last Christmas."


December 11, 2001
Mariah Grabs a Little Glitter

According to Mariah Grabs a Little Glitter, Max Beesley, an actor in Glitter, has provided percussion, keyboard and backing vocals for such big name acts as George Michael, Take That and Jamiroquai.

Pop CD Review

Christmas on Death Row sounds "more like a yuletide singalong at George Michael's chalet in Gstaad" than hip hop, according to a "Pop CD Review."

Caught!

Evidently, George's PR after his arrest was good enough to get commended in the article "Caught!"


December 10, 2001
Little Chef Reveals The Celebrities We Fantasize About

YOGfriend ioggie directs us to: "Little Chef Reveals The Celebrities We Fantasize About."

Moulin Rouge

This review of the Moulin Rouge soundtrack includes a reference to the Philhamonia Orchestra version of George Michael's cover of 'Roxanne'.

Cool? Not Any More

Is George cool? Find out in "Cool? Not Any More."

Gap, Millennium, Dynegy, and... Boy George?

An article on investments calls George's 80s music "weak." Find out more in "Gap, Millennium, Dynegy, and... Boy George?"


December 8, 2001
Gift of the Gab

Singer Gabrielle grew up listening to Michael Jackson, Adam and The Ants, Lisa Stansfield, Chaka Khan, and Wham!, according to "Gift of the Gab."


December 7, 2001
New Band's Introduction is 'Smooth'

Limp Bizkit made it big with "Faith" and now Alien Ant Farm is doing it with Michael Jackson's "Smooth Criminal," according to "New Band's Introduction is 'Smooth'"

Partners in Prime

George Michael's farewall phone call to Richard and Judy is once again mentioned, this time in "Partners in Prime."

Planet Barton

Who sang Faith? Why George Michael, of course! See the question and answer in this quiz: Planet Barton.


December 6, 2001
Outrage over Geri's Links to Anti-abortion, Anti-gay Group

"Outrage over Geri's Links to Anti-abortion, Anti-gay Group" includes a reference to Geri's support of George after his "outing."

Wham! in the News

Wham! represents the 80s in:

Simon Napier-Bell in the News

Former Wham! manager Simon Napier-Bell is mentioned in:


December 5, 2001
Name of this Game is Game of the Name

What do you get when you combine sports and music names the way Jeopardy does its Before and After? George Michael Jordan, according to "Name of this Game is Game of the Name."

Who Do You Think You Are, Robbie?

Robbie's version of "Freedom" is noted in "Who Do You Think You Are, Robbie?"

On the Waterfront

George has visited the nightspot, Les Caves du Roy," according to "On the Waterfront."


December 4, 2001
Focus: Greece

George is the "G" in the alphabet soup of "Focus: Greece."

Novelty Singers

George and Celine Dion get a mention in "Novelty Singers."


December 3, 2001
"Freeek"

George Michael's official site now has information on George's new song "Freeek" in the news section.


December 2, 2001
George's New Deal

Here are some more articles:

Sean Combs, MTV Stress AIDS Prevention

What do George Michael, Ricky Martin, and Sean Combs have in common? Find out in "Sean Combs, MTV Stress AIDS Prevention."

Harvey Lashes-out Pop Rivals

In "Harvey Lashes-out Pop Rivals," former East 17 vocalist Brian Harvey says, "You put me up on a TV show next to George Michael, Craig David, whoever you like, and I'd blow them apart. I'm not a boy band with a stupid little weak voice singing, 'Ooh, I love you'."

What the Stars Really Want for Christmas

Joanna Lumley is looking for a George Michael CD in her Christmas stocking, according to "What the Stars Really Want for Christmas."

Gotta Get Thru This

This reviewer says Daniel Bedingfield "like a cross between George Michael and Chris Moyles."

Yours Only George Hits 400,000!

A few days ago, I noticed that Yours Only George has had more than 400,000 visitors to its main page in the last 3.5 years. Thanks for everyone who visits!


December 1, 2001
Do You Remember? January 1983 - Going for It

Relive the early days of Wham! in "Do You Remember? January 1983 - Going for It."

Johnny A Go Go

At the Johnny A Go Go blog, there's a short commentary on whether it's okay to like George Michael.

Celebs with Ants in their Pants

"Celebs with Ants in their Pants" is about "seven stages of celebrity property purchase." George is mentioned in two stages.

He's the Boss Now

Is "He's the Boss Now" implying that George ripped off the Boss? I think not.

World DJ Day Announced

George Michael is mentioned as a patron of Nordoff-Robbins in "World DJ Day Announced."


November 30, 2001
Universal

George's deal with Universal is getting more press:

Top Marks

Shopping at Marks & Spencer is "a way of safeguarding against turning up in the same thing as George Michael," says Boy George.

C-Dub is Not in the Hizz-ouse

"Wham Rap!" gets a few lines in "C-Dub is Not in the Hizz-ouse."

Is Yoga the New Religion?

No George isn't doing yoga -- well at least not to my knowledge! "Is Yoga the New Religion?" is an article that includes a piece about how Geri Halliwell learned about yoga. George was at the same party.

Jeff Magill Looks at the Latest Chart Releases

In "Jeff Magill Looks at the Latest Chart Releases," the reviewer notes that fan reaction to project like George's Songs from the Last Century and Robbie Williams' recent effort may only get a lukewarm response.


November 29, 2001
Be in a BBC Programme about George Michael

This information was posted in the message board so I thought I'd also include it here.

Brighter Pictures, one of the UK's most exciting and innovative TV production companies, are currently making a programme for the BBC about George Michael. 'For The Record' is a 6-part series examining crucial moments in the lives of celebrities, and the first part of the series will focus on George's arrest for lewd conduct in 1998. As George's most loyal fans, we want to hear YOUR reactions to the event -- where were you when you heard about the incident? How did you feel at the time? And what has kept you loyal to George through all the fuss and media frenzy?

Our team will be filming in Los Angeles next week, December 3-5, and we want to meet fans from the area who can share their thoughts and feelings about this huge moment in the life of a pop legend. If you're interested in telling your story on a prime-time programme with an anticipated audience of millions, then e-mail leah@brighter.co.uk -- now!

'Too Gay'

The Pope has deemed George Michael and Elton John 'too gay' to perform at the Vatican’s Christmas bash, according to "Pop Bites." (Thanks to the anonymous person who sent this link in.)

Make It Wham!

Make It Wham! (George Michael's Tribute band) is playing November 29 at The Jazz Hole (small pub), via Biancamano 80, and on Saturday, December 1 at Mahalia (wine bar), via Ilia 10. These gigs will be completely acoustic (voice, backing vocals, piano, guitar, contrabass and percussions) and free.

Stars in Their Eyes

Here's yet another reference to Scott Wright playing George in "Stars in Their Eyes."


November 28, 2001
New Single and New Record Company

Like I expected, major George news was announced while I was away.

I have about 10 other news stories to post and will post those later today and tomorrow.

Beatlemania

George's purchase of John Lennon's piano is mentioned in the following articles:

Pop Idol's Big Rik to Sing about Ruined Love-Life

George's rendition of "I Can't Make You Love Me" is mentioned in "Pop Idol's Big Rik to Sing about Ruined Love-Life."


November 25, 2001
Spirit of Queen's Freddie Mercury Lives on

George Michael is one of the musical listed as being influenced by Freddie Mercury. See more in "Spirit of Queen's Freddie Mercury Lives on."

Robbie Williams - Swing When You're Winning

George is mentioned in "Robbie Williams - Swing When You're Winning."

The Power Behind Pop

Rob Davis calls George a "genius" in "The Power Behind Pop."

The Beatle-beaters

Older is in the latest list of the top 100 albums of all time according to the article, "The Beatle-beaters."

Stars in their Own Eyes

Frank Sinatra's letter to George is noted in "Stars in their Own Eyes."

Next News Flash Update

I'm taking a few days off to see the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame so the News Flash will not be updated until Wednesday. I think there's some big George news that's going to hit the press in the next few days. I'll update the site as soon as I can.


November 24, 2001
George Joke on Will & Grace

Shannon and Charles wrote in tell us that George was mentioned on Thursday night's Will & Grace episode:

Jack's stepfather told Jack's son Elliot that when he gave Jack a football as a kid, he used to place it under his shirt and tell everyone he was pregnant with George Michael's baby.

Richard and Judy

Richard and Judy have said that they would love to have George Michael on their new show:

Geri Halliwell Finds God

Geri Halliwell has fallen out with friends like George and is now turning to God, according to "Geri Halliwell Finds God."


November 23, 2001
Xmas Skin Crap On Your Lawn

Demand a "garden George Michael." Intrigued? Read more in "Xmas Skin Crap On Your Lawn."

100 reasons to argue - the VH1 vote

"Older" is #47 on the "100 reasons to argue - the VH1 vote."

Sob Stories: Seeking Public Sympathy

George is listed as one who has received public sympathy after controversy: "Sob Stories: Seeking Public Sympathy."


November 22, 2001
The Thrill is Gone

In a review of Michael Jackson's new album the the reviewer makes a comment about the "George Michael-ish 'Cry'"in "The Thrill is Gone"


November 21, 2001
Record Companies 'Rush to Sign Acts'

Wow, an actual article on George. I think I'm in shock. Check out "Record Companies 'Rush to Sign Acts'" to get information on which record labels are courting George.

Stars in their Eyes

Stars in their Eyes is getting quite a bit of press:

Robbie's rat pack tribute

George is once again listed as a celebrity attending Robbie Williams' recent concert: "Robbie's rat pack tribute."


November 20, 2001
How the Mighty have Fallen

George is mentioned in this tidbit about Robbie Williams.

Who's that Girl Madge?

Sam Kingston will play George Michael in "Stars in their Eyes."

Robbie Williams' Swing When You're Winning

A review for Robbie Williams' Swing When You're Winning compares Robbie's effort to George's, saying that George fell "flat" on Songs From The Last Century."


November 19, 2001
What You May Not Know About

George is mentioned in an article about Elton John entitled "What You May Not Know About."

Celebrity Profile Saturday

Michael Parkinson's interview with George is noted in "Celebrity Profile Saturday."


November 18, 2001
Franks for all the Memories, Rob

George is once again mentioned for being in the audience at Robbie Williams' show.

This Day in Music for November 17, 2001

On November 17, 1984, "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go" reached the number one position.


November 17, 2001
Make It Wham!

Gerry writes in to tell us:

On the 29th of November MAKE IT WHAM! (George Michael's Tribute Band) will have a free acoustic gig in a small pub in Rome (Italy). The Jazz Hole (that's the name of the pub) is in via Biancamano 80 and the concert starts at 22.30.

Wham! Easy Listening?

There is a comment about Wham! being "easy listening" on GloriousNoise.


November 16, 2001
Stage where Lennon met McCartney up for sale

George's purchase of John Lennon's piano is noted in "Stage where Lennon met McCartney up for sale."

Yours Only George Links Updated

I just wanted to let everyone know that I have added about 20 new links in the following categories:


November 15, 2001
You've been framed

Alyson Magee has designed some of George's glasses, according to "You've been framed."

Spin City and Wham!

Danielle writes in to tell us that "Spin City" had dialogue about Wham!

New Fan-Created Site

Charles writes in to tell us about his new George Michael page. It includes a discography, lyrics, and links.


November 14, 2001
Blast from the past

"Walk On By," a new series on the history of the last 100 years of modern music on both sides of the Atlantic, begins on Thursday, November 15, at 9.30pm on TV1. The first program will include information on George, according to "Blast from the past."

Zoolander Review

This review of the movie Zoolander mentions "Wake Me Up Before You Go Go."


November 13, 2001
New Fan-Created Sites

I have found three new George Michael fan-created sites:


November 12, 2001
The Slim Shady Show Retail

"The Slim Shady Show" pokes fun at George.

On Queer Street

George is noted for his arrest in the timeline "On Queer Street."


November 10, 2001
Kiwi bird

According to "Kiwi bird," George is careful about flying the unfriendly skies.

Uscirà in maggio il nuovo album di George Michael. Lo pubblicherà la Sony?

I believe "Uscirà in maggio il nuovo album di George Michael. Lo pubblicherà la Sony?" is an Italian article on George's possible return to the Sony label.


November 9, 2001
George Plots Return to Sworn Enemy Sony

My, my, how times change. According to "George Plots Return to Sworn Enemy Sony," an article in The Sun, George may be returning to Sony to distribute his new album. George is reportedly paying for all recording costs himself. The article goes on to say that George has also talked with Polydor and Warner Music. The new album, which is reported to be released in May, is a "Daft Punk-style funky dance compilation."

I found this article through a cached link so I hope it's still available by the time you read this notice.

George Michael compra un'altra casa

"George Michael compra un'altra casa" is an Italian article on George's new house.


November 8, 2001
AEGEAN Site Gets a New Look

George's official site gets another face lift. Now you can play a couple of George songs (without George singing). The news has been updated to say that a new single will be available in early 2002. For more information, take a look at www.aegean.net. (Thanks to Scott for letting me know.)

Elvis Costello plays gig for Liverpool compilation

Fans of Elvis Costello were treated to an "epic medley" that included "Faith."

NME George E-card

While you're on the NME site (see above), why don't you send a George e-card to a friend.

Note to Self

This weblog has some commentary on "Jesus to a Child."


November 7, 2001
Contract Killer

Dina Carroll joins the ranks of superstars like George who wanted to renegotiate a contract. Read more in "Contract Killer."

MediaBusiness

George is mentioned for this "mute rebellion" during the later Sony years in "MediaBusiness."

Fiona McCade on the re-christening of Christmas

Will George Michael be singing "Last Luminos" this Christmas? Probably not, but you can read about it in "Fiona McCade on the re-christening of Christmas."


November 6, 2001
Band Aid

George is mentioned for his work in Band Aid.

Vincens vill uppträda på gayklubb

I'm not sure what this article, "Vincens vill uppträda på gayklubb," says but it mentions George.

Quarta-feira, Outubro 17, 2001

I'm not sure what this article, Quarta-feira, Outubro 17, 2001, says either, but it's about George.


November 5, 2001
Limp Bizkit Boiler

Limp Bizkit does George again. A nu-metal version of George Michael's "Faith" is on Boiler.

Strange Days after Kerry Thornely

One writer thinks that artists such as Prince, George Michael, Courtney Love, and TLC are entitled to more fair treatment under the law. See more in "Strange Days after Kerry Thornely."


November 4, 2001
Missing and Found

A daughter is looking for her father who used to be George's chauffer, according to "Missing and Found."

Cassidy on life as teen idol

George's work with David Cassidy is mentioned in "Cassidy on Life as Teen Idol."

Blue Blows the Blues Away

New boy band Blue has worked with Jonny Douglas who also worked with George, according to "Blue Blows the Blues Away."


November 3, 2001
The Final Wham!

Here is some information on what I think is a Wham! tribute band called The Final Wham!

Italian Article

This Italian article includes a review of a few George Michael sites.


November 2, 2001
Young and Healthy Play

The play "Young and Healthy" starts out with the infamous Frank Sinatra letter to George in the Los Angeles Times.

Deon Estus

This interview with Davey Paton includes information about the recording of "Nikita," as well as what George said to Davey Paton.


November 1, 2001
Zoolander Review

You gotta love this reviewer of the Zoolander film, who says, "That lovable 'Wake Me up Before You Go-Go' gets played twice! To the history of pop culture, Wham! is officially no longer just the butt of a lame joke that Chandler once told on 'Friends.'"

Modern Legends

"Modern Legends" is an article on Bananarama that mentions Andrew Ridgeley.


October 31, 2001
What a great mix

"Don't Let the Sun Go Down On Me" is mentioned in "What a great mix," a review of Simply The Best.

Freedom

Ever wake up with "Freedom" in your head? www.Caterina.net has a bunch of blogs about "Freedom" and "Freedom 90.) (Check out October 29.)


October 30, 2001
Destiny's Child spreads early holiday cheer

Listen to the beat of "Father Figure" in "Winter Destiny" from the 8 Days of Christmas by Destiny's Child.

John's and Bolan's Children

Simon Napier-Bell and Wham! are mentioned in "John's and Bolan's Children."


October 29, 2001
Futurama

George Michael was one of the characters in last night's episode of Futurama.

Joining the Rat Pack

George is once again mentioned in a Robbie Williams' article: "Joining the Rat Pack."


October 27, 2001
Nye unoter hos EMI

George is once again mentioned for his association with the Berrys -- "Nye unoter hos EMI."

Pale denim - I like it, I like it

Andrew Rigeley is mentioned in the fashion article: "Pale denim - I like it, I like it."


October 26, 2001
Flamboyant Berry Quits Virgin Music

George is again mentioned as one of the acts signed by Nancy Berry, this time in "Flamboyant Berry Quits Virgin Music" and "Top executive leaves EMI."


October 25, 2001
George's New Chelsea Home

George has bought disc jockey Chris Evans' Chelsea home. George, who formerly lived near Hampstead Heath, bought the house for £7.25 million through Hobart Slater.

Steve Crayn

George is mentioned for his work with Steve Kent who is now working with Steve Crayn.


October 24, 2001
Technical Delays

The news for yesterday was not updated until late at night because of technical problems with the site. Things appear to be working fine now. If I have technical problems again, I will post the news in the message board until the problems are fixed.

Nancy Berry

George is again mentioned as one of the acts signed by Nancy Berry:

Sir Jimmy takes step back in time with a special Top of the Pops

The banning of "I Want Your Sex" is one example of a handful of records which Top of the Pops banned in the interests of "taste and decency." Read more in "Sir Jimmy takes step back in time with a special Top of the Pops"


October 23, 2001
Madonna is the true mother of reinvention

The need to constantly change their image is the key to the longevity of artists such as Kylie and George Michael, says Jackie Brown in " Madonna is the true mother of reinvention."

Shaft

George's caeser 'do gets mentioned in this review for the movie Shaft.

Ex-Beatle Harrison set the stage for cause-rock spectacles

George is mentioned for his participation in Live Aid in "Ex-Beatle Harrison set the stage for cause-rock spectacles."

The Virgin BITCH ; Revealed

George is mentioned as one of the "upcoming" acts signed by Ken Berry, British-born head of record giant EMI, in The Virgin BITCH ; Revealed.


October 22, 2001
Do I Have To?

What do the dancing of The Communards, Ricky Martin, and George have in common? Um, I'm still not sure, but you can find out more in "Do I Have To?"

TV's rapid response unit

The animation show 2DTV included a skit where Elton John, George Michael, and Geri Halliwell couldn't remember whose house they were in last week, because they'd each got so many. Read more in "TV's rapid response unit."

Manic Street Preachers

According to one review, Manic Street Preachers sound like a reformed Wham! covering "Miss Europa Disco Dancer."

Black Vinyl White Powder

Black Vinyl White Powder, the book by former Wham! manager Simon Napier-Bell, gets four stars from SceneOne.

Andy Mangels

Writer Andy Mangels lists George Michael as one of his favorite singers.


October 21, 2001
This Day in Music

According to This Day in Music, George Michael took Sony Records to court on October 21, 1992, in a fight over his contract with the company; he lost the case in 1994.

The Ego is candid

According to "The Ego is candid," Robbie Williams used to go up to George Michael and Bono and recite his poetry.

The Weekender

George Michael's song "Freedom" is a choice in The Weekender news quiz.

Johnny Vegas

Comedian Johnny Vegas sings "Club Tropicana" in his act.


October 20, 2001
Raunchy Gay ‘Truth Or Dare’ Computer Game Launches

A new gay truth or dare computer game includes a George Michael mode. I wonder what that's all about? Read more in "Raunchy Gay ‘Truth Or Dare’ Computer Game Launches."

Karaoke and "Everything She Wants"

I think it was the song "Everything She Wants" that made these women go crazy. (See October 14th.)

"Chestnut" in Zoolander Soundtrack

According to this reviewer, "Chestnuts in original form include Wham!'s bouncy 'Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go'" in the Zoolander soundtrack.

I Think I Will Mitch the Fashion Lesson

Hey, remember the big Choose Life Wham! t-shirts? They get a mention in "I Think I Will Mitch the Fashion Lesson."


October 19, 2001
Ringtones

A number of George Michael and Wham! ringtones are available at UK Plus.

'Zoolander' monkeys around with mindlessness

Wham! is once again mentioned in an article about the movie "Zoolander."

Dear Wolfgang

Wham! is mentioned in "Dear Wolfgang."

Dylan Jones' column

The video for "Club Tropicana" is mentioned in "Dylan Jones' column."


October 18, 2001
Destiny's Child spreads early holiday cheer

It sounds like we'll be hearing a little bit of George's work in the Christmas single from Destiny's Child, according to "Destiny's Child spreads early holiday cheer." It says: "He (Destiny's Child manager) has already picked Winter Paradise, a hearth-warming confection that sways on the beat of George Michael's Father Figure, for the Christmas 2002 single."

Like father like son

Race driver Kurtis Roberts is sporting an earring on both ears, reminiscent of pop star George Michael during his WHAM days," according to "Like father like son."

Liquid Zu

A friend of mine wrote in to tell me about a great band she knows called Liquid Zu. Since she introduced me to George's music, she's gotta have good taste in music.

Visit Liquid Zu's Website

October 17, 2001
Unplugged on MTV

According to TVGUIDE, George's Unplugged will air today at 1 a.m. It says: George Michael performs in a concert taped at Three Mills Studio in London. Among the selections: "Freedom '90," "Everything She Wants," "Fast Love," "Praying for Time," "Father Figure" and a cover of Bonnie Raitt's "I Can't Make You Love Me."

Aristocrats of flamenco return

George's admiration of the Gipsy Kings is mentioned in "Aristocrats of flamenco return."

Burnt Copper

According to Burnt Copper, "George Michael was way better (than Michael Jackson). And more amusing."


October 16, 2001
Has Spitting Image finally found a worthy successor?

It looks like George can be "seen" on 2DTV, according to "Has Spitting Image finally found a worthy successor?"


October 15, 2001
The boldest swinger

George is once again mentioned in a Robbie Williams article, this time in "The boldest swinger."

Stuart Price welcomes a South Bank jubilee

George gets a mention in "Stuart Price welcomes a South Bank jubilee."

In France no one gazumps, but the paparazzi get dumped Diary of an estate agent

George's home in the Riviera is mentioned in the article "In France no one gazumps, but the paparazzi get dumped Diary of an estate agent."


October 14, 2001
Web without Prejudice

Web without Prejudice is a French site with a biography, news, links, photos, and lyrics.

LollyPopAngel

LollyPopAngel is a French site dedicated to George with photos, lyrics, forum, biography, and discography.

Barnes & Noble Free Shipping

If you're looking to finish off your George Michael collection, Barnes & Noble has free shipping.

Free Shipping


October 13, 2001
People Magazine - "Celebrating the 80s"

The special People Magazine, "Celebrating the 80s," includes a two-page photo of Live Aid, including George, and a photo of Wham! along with a paragraph description.

Shades for a Day

George's shades went for £702 at Shades for a Day.

Robbie "Fulfils Dream"

George is once again mentioned for attending Robbie William's concert at the London's Royal Albert Hall -- this time in Robbie "Fulfils Dream".

Robbie Williams: Royal Albert Hall, London

Robbie Williams solo career is said to have begun "with singles aping George Michael," according to "Robbie Williams: Royal Albert Hall, London."

"Careless Whisper" Wexler Mix Video

George did call it the most expensive haircut in history. See the first version of the video for "Careless Whisper" on Richy's MP3 Page.


October 12, 2001
Sin When You're Grinning

George attended Robbie Williams' October 10th performance of swing tunes at the London Royal Albert Hall, according to "Sin When You're Grinning

Clash City Rocker

Joe Strummer of Clash discusses the "George Michael argument" in "Clash City Rocker."


October 11, 2001
Hollywood goes Hollyweird

George's personal psychic Christian Dion advised George to "curb his social activities just before he was busted for indecency in a Los Angeles public toilet." You can read about it in "Hollywood goes Hollyweird."

When the Pop Star Is the Brand

The George Michael brand. Would you buy it? Find out more in "When the Pop Star Is the Brand."


October 10, 2001
Newscasts aren't the only thing that have attracted the listening public

According to "Newscasts aren't the only thing that have attracted the listening public," MTV has been playing George Michael's "Freedom."

Blue on blue

Blue, the English R&B quartet, recorded tracks with Jonny Douglas, who has also worked with George. You can read more in "Blue on blue."


October 9, 2001
Showbiz game is full of ups and downs

Gary Barlow of Take That was said to be the new George Michael but has become the new Andrew Ridgeley. Find out more in "Showbiz game is full of ups and downs."

New country class: The showbiz nobility today

George Michael is one of the new country class - common-born celebrities moving to the country, according to "New country class: The showbiz nobility today."


October 8, 2001
Here today, gone ... ?

Gary Barlow of Take That was considered the "George Michael" of the group while Robbie Williams was the "Andrew Ridgeley" but who succeeded? Find out in "Here today, gone ... ?"

Sven Uncovered

Top football manager Sven Goran Eriksson is one of George's neighbors, according to "Sven Uncovered."

Rare MP3s

Michael from Greece wrote in to tell us about the rare MP3s he has on his site. You'll find his site at http://listen.to/soulfree.


October 7, 2001
All aboard for Forum mishaps

One George Michael tribute singer must have done a pretty good job because some thought he was the real deal. See more in "All aboard for Forum mishaps."

They're gonna make you a star

Solo stars are hard to find. A band usually has to break about to find the next George Michael or Robbie Williams, according to "They're gonna make you a star."

For Rebuilders, Inspiration All Around

Songs from the Last Century was inspiration to one New York Times reporter during the recent terrorist activity in New York. See more in "For Rebuilders, Inspiration All Around."


October 6, 2001
Interview with Mary J. Blige

Mary J. Blige has given an interview to Interview magazine and talks about George.

Boys back after their bitter split

Jimmy of 911 says, "My music is deeper than the tunes we did - more like George Michael's most recent stuff," according to "Boys back after their bitter split."


October 5, 2001
Hilarious 'Zoolander' pokes fun at male fashion industry

It sounds like George Michael is part of the plot in the new movie Zoolander. Check out "Hilarious 'Zoolander' pokes fun at male fashion industry" for more information.

Vote for Yours Only George

You can vote for Yours Only George at the George Michael section of Pop Topix.


 


October 4, 2001
Patriotic music fills the air

WVMX-FM (94.1) morning host Rob Carson has been playing George Michael's “Freedom” with audio clips interspersed, according to "Patriotic music fills the air."

Racconti Emiliani

I'm not really sure what this Italian article, "Racconti Emiliani," is saying other than that someone was listening to George Michael.


October 3, 2001
Dilated Peoples

"Dilated Peoples" lyrics with a reference to George are mentioned in this article.

With new single, Jackson sets out to prove the thrill hasn't gone

George's "sex scandal" is mentione din "With new single, Jackson sets out to prove the thrill hasn't gone."


October 2, 2001
Kylie Begins Second Week As U.K.'s No. 1

George's duet with Mary J. Blige is mentioned in "Kylie Begins Second Week As U.K.'s No. 1."

It suits you Schu

Guests at a charity ball in Birmingham had the pleasure of seeing a George Michael tribute band, according to "It suits you Schu."


October 1, 2001
Hollywood kings with no hairs apparent

George Michael is the "last hairy pop singer," according to "Hollywood kings with no hairs apparent."

Atomic Kitten Interview

Jenny of Atomic Kitten said she "used to fancy George Michael" in a new interview.


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