Greenbaum was born in Malden, Massachusetts. He was raised in an Orthodox Jewish household and attended Hebrew school at Congregation Beth Israel.[1] His initial interest in music was sparked by southern blues music and the folk music that was popular in the late 1950s and early 1960s. He performed with various bands in high school and studied music at Boston University for two years. In college he performed at local coffeehouses but eventually dropped out and moved to Los Angeles in 1965.[2]
Greenbaum is best known for his song "Spirit in the Sky". The song, with its combination of 'heavy' guitar, hand-clapping, and spiritual lyrics, was released by Reprise Records in 1969. It sold two million copies in 1969 and 1970,[3] and received a gold disc from the RIAA It has subsequently been used in many films, advertisements, and television shows.[3]
Although "Spirit in the Sky" has a clear Christian theme, Greenbaum was and remains an observant Jew.[4][5] Greenbaum says he was inspired to write the song after watching country singers singing a song on television. In an interview Greenbaum stated that western movies were the real inspiration for "Spirit in the Sky":[6]
Did Change his name, then again after he became very well known.
The Travelling Dillberries said
12:10 PM Jan 6, 2019
Bit of a pussy??
Cat stevens, Steven Demetre Georgiou.
-- Edited by The Travelling Dillberries on Sunday 6th of January 2019 02:26:14 PM
Relax-n said
02:12 PM Jan 6, 2019
The Travelling Dillberries wrote:
Bit of a pussy??
Cat stevens, Steven Demetre Georgiou.
-- Edited by The Travelling Dillberries on Sunday 6th of January 2019 12:11:48 PM
Well done.
Who now ??
Yusuf Islam, commonly known by his stage name Cat Stevens, is a British singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. His 1967 debut album reached the top 10 in the UK, and the album's title song "Matthew and Son" charted at number 2 on the UK Singles Chart. Wikipedia
Sorry guys. Been away longer than expected. Don't know this young lady, but she looks as though she could be related to Ernest Hemingway. Maybe Mariels'
daughter ?
bluecat said
07:53 PM Jan 8, 2019
is it Rachael Taylor ??
The Travelling Dillberries said
08:59 PM Jan 8, 2019
bluecat wrote:
is it Rachael Taylor ??
Yes it sure is Terry...who do you have for us to think about??
Rachael May Taylor is an Australian actress and model. Her first leading role was in the Australian series headLand. She then made the transition to Hollywood, appearing in films including Man-Thing, See No Evil, Transformers, Bottle Shock, Cedar Boys, Splinterheads, Shutter, Red Dog and Any Questions for Ben?. Wikipedia
Clive Bernard ChurchillAM (21 January 1927 9 August 1985) was an Australian professional rugby league footballer and coach in the mid-20th century. An Australian international and New South Wales and Queensland interstate representative fullback, he played the majority of his club football with and later coached the South Sydney Rabbitohs. He won five premierships with the club as a player and three more as coach. Retiring as the most capped Australian Kangaroos player ever, Churchill is thus considered one of the game's greatest ever players[2] and the prestigious Clive Churchill Medal for man-of-the-match in the NRL grand final bears his name. Churchill's attacking flair as a player is credited with having changed the role of the fullback.[3]
The Travelling Dillberries said
06:22 PM Jan 10, 2019
Thanks Terry.
Who is this entertainer? AND ACTOR.
-- Edited by The Travelling Dillberries on Friday 11th of January 2019 04:23:30 PM
William Thomas EmmanuelAM (born 31 May 1955) is an Australian guitarist, songwriter, and singer, best known for his complex fingerstyle technique, energetic performances, and the use of percussive effects on the guitar. Although originally a session player in many bands, Emmanuel has carved out his own style as a solo artist, releasing award-winning albums and singles. In the May 2008 and 2010 issues of Guitar Player Magazine, he was named "Best Acoustic Guitarist" in its readers' poll.[1] In June 2010 Emmanuel was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM).[2] In 2011, Emmanuel was inducted into the Australian Roll of Renown.[3]
Sheba can have the go. She got him.
I'll put one up to keep the game going...
Who is this oldy?
A wild stab, Norman Greenbaum maybe
Yes that's him Relax-n, your go.
Norman Greenbaum
Birth name
Norman Joel Greenbaum
Born
November 20, 1942 (age 76)
Malden, Massachusetts, U.S.
Genres
Rock
Occupation(s)
Singer-songwriter
Instruments
Vocals, guitar
Years active
1969present
Greenbaum was born in Malden, Massachusetts. He was raised in an Orthodox Jewish household and attended Hebrew school at Congregation Beth Israel.[1] His initial interest in music was sparked by southern blues music and the folk music that was popular in the late 1950s and early 1960s. He performed with various bands in high school and studied music at Boston University for two years. In college he performed at local coffeehouses but eventually dropped out and moved to Los Angeles in 1965.[2]
Greenbaum is best known for his song "Spirit in the Sky". The song, with its combination of 'heavy' guitar, hand-clapping, and spiritual lyrics, was released by Reprise Records in 1969. It sold two million copies in 1969 and 1970,[3] and received a gold disc from the RIAA It has subsequently been used in many films, advertisements, and television shows.[3]
Although "Spirit in the Sky" has a clear Christian theme, Greenbaum was and remains an observant Jew.[4][5] Greenbaum says he was inspired to write the song after watching country singers singing a song on television. In an interview Greenbaum stated that western movies were the real inspiration for "Spirit in the Sky":[6]
Many thanks
Who may this be, a very young ......
Jim Morrison
Sorry, not Jim Morrison.
Did Change his name, then again after he became very well known.
Bit of a pussy??
Cat stevens, Steven Demetre Georgiou.
-- Edited by The Travelling Dillberries on Sunday 6th of January 2019 02:26:14 PM
Well done.
Who now ??
Yusuf Islam, commonly known by his stage name Cat Stevens, is a British singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. His 1967 debut album reached the top 10 in the UK, and the album's title song "Matthew and Son" charted at number 2 on the UK Singles Chart. Wikipedia
Born: 21 July 1948, Marylebone, United Kingdom
Full name: Steven Demetre Georgiou
Spouse: Fauzia Mubarak Ali (m. 1979)
Parents: Stavros Georgiou, Ingrid Wickman
Thanks Relax-n..
Who is this young lady?
very quiet here......
nobody playing, must be too easy.
she's a Tasmanian.
Sorry guys. Been away longer than expected. Don't know this young lady, but she looks as though she could be related to Ernest Hemingway. Maybe Mariels'
daughter ?
Yes it sure is Terry...who do you have for us to think about??
Rachael May Taylor is an Australian actress and model. Her first leading role was in the Australian series headLand. She then made the transition to Hollywood, appearing in films including Man-Thing, See No Evil, Transformers, Bottle Shock, Cedar Boys, Splinterheads, Shutter, Red Dog and Any Questions for Ben?. Wikipedia
Born: 11 July 1984 (age 34 years), Launceston
Height: 1.73 m
Education: Riverside High School, University of Sydney
Nominations: Logie Award for Most Popular New Female Talent
Parents: Nigel Taylor, Christine Taylor
Lets try this one
Clive Churchill, a little beauty!!
Thats him what a grate play he was over to you
Clive Bernard Churchill AM (21 January 1927 9 August 1985) was an Australian professional rugby league footballer and coach in the mid-20th century. An Australian international and New South Wales and Queensland interstate representative fullback, he played the majority of his club football with and later coached the South Sydney Rabbitohs. He won five premierships with the club as a player and three more as coach. Retiring as the most capped Australian Kangaroos player ever, Churchill is thus considered one of the game's greatest ever players[2] and the prestigious Clive Churchill Medal for man-of-the-match in the NRL grand final bears his name. Churchill's attacking flair as a player is credited with having changed the role of the fullback.[3]
Thanks Terry.
Who is this entertainer? AND ACTOR.
-- Edited by The Travelling Dillberries on Friday 11th of January 2019 04:23:30 PM
No idea.
He's also an Instrumentalist and Author.
Surely not a young Paul McCartney ?
No not Paul Sheba, this guy was born in Sydney.
Yes that's him Terry, over to you.
Born
Richard Lewis Springthorpe
23 August 1949 (age 69)
Merrylands, New South Wales, Australia
Occupation
Years active
1962present
Spouse(s)
Barbara Porter (m. 1984)
Partner(s)
Linda Blair (1974-76)
Children
2 (with Porter)
Musical career
Genres
Rock, pop, pop rock, hard rock, heavy metal
Instruments
Labels
Associated acts
Zoot
Website
rickspringfield.com
Thanks this one should be easy
Tommy Emanuell
Sure is over to you who will be next
William Thomas Emmanuel AM (born 31 May 1955) is an Australian guitarist, songwriter, and singer, best known for his complex fingerstyle technique, energetic performances, and the use of percussive effects on the guitar. Although originally a session player in many bands, Emmanuel has carved out his own style as a solo artist, releasing award-winning albums and singles. In the May 2008 and 2010 issues of Guitar Player Magazine, he was named "Best Acoustic Guitarist" in its readers' poll.[1] In June 2010 Emmanuel was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM).[2] In 2011, Emmanuel was inducted into the Australian Roll of Renown.[3]