What's New!
January 3, 2021: Check out this site: https://www.itshouldhavebeenahit.com/
On this site, there is an unreleased song by Lesley and Lou Christie "Don't You Remember?" Also, Lou conducted a three part interview with Lesley in 1990 when they were appearing together. Very interesting!
On this site, there is an unreleased song by Lesley and Lou Christie "Don't You Remember?" Also, Lou conducted a three part interview with Lesley in 1990 when they were appearing together. Very interesting!
December 29, 2020: In 2012, Connie Stevens was given an award from the Long Island Music Hall of Fame. The award was presented to Connie by Lesley. A program featuring this presentation and many others will air on December 31st, 9:00 pm, at: www.facebook.com/news12li.
January 5, 2019: Very nice article on Time Magazine web site: "How 1960's Pop Songs Helped Young Women Find Their Own Voices in a Time of Social Change."
time.com/5482790/teen-pop-song-feminism
time.com/5482790/teen-pop-song-feminism
What: Lesley Gore and Family Estate Auction Part 2
Where: Auctions by Daum; 12984 SE Suzanne Drive Hobe Sound, FL 33455, United States
When; March 9th, 06.30 pm GMT
Top lots of the sale:
- 2013 Jaguar XJL Portofino (28,000 miles). Estimate: $ 30,000 - $ 40,000
- 3.00 ct. Diamond Color H Clarity VS2 cut Cushion. IGA appraisal Ring Platinum Solitaire Sized To fit NO.Charge. Estimate: $ 30,000 - $ 40,000
- Eugene Delacroix (1798-1863): Oil on Canvas 17.5"H x 14.5"W frame measures 22.5" x 19.5". Estimate: $ 25,000 - $ 30,000
- Bronze (Large) Goddess Tera of Protection. Museum Quality [37in./20in./19in.] (Adorned with ruby cabochons approx.. 5mm, bronze statue goddess, Shakyamuni Buddha. Historical Gautama). Estimate: $ 22,500 - $ 27,500
- Wassily Kandinsky (1866-1944): Ink on paper Signed. Drawing Indian Ink 8, Watercolor size; 7 13/16" X 10 5/8" From the Dresbach Estate Palm Beach, Florida 1940s, this is an original Wassily Kandinsky. Estimate: $ 15,000 - $ 18,000
- Gold tennis Bracelet 14K 1.60 OZT with (32) .30 AAA Diamonds 9.6 cwt. Estimate: $ 12,000 - $ 16,000
- Edna Hibel (1917-2014): Oil on Canvas Museum quality. 48" x 30"H "Two French Flower Girls" 1965 Edna Hibel Original Oil on Board. Frame measures 54"W x 36"H. Estimate: $ 6,000 - $ 8,000
- V.A. Richardson Original Screen Late 1800s Buffalo, NY. Signed by Artist V.A. Richardson Original Oil On Leather 67"W x 67 3/4"H. Volney Allan Richardson (1882 - 1955) American Artist in the Buffalo Society of Artists/ Albright Art Gallery. Estimate: $ 6,000 - $ 8,000
- Golf Cart & Golf Clubs Owned by Lesley Gore Singer. Estimate: $ 5,000 - $ 7,500
- Jacques Laurent Agasse (1767 – 1849): Original Oil on canvas 16"W x 13"H frame: 23"W x 19"H. Estimate: $ 5,000 - $ 7,500
For details, visit: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/
Click on the slideshow for the highlights of the sale.
http://www.blouinartinfo.com/
Founder: Louise Blouin
Where: Auctions by Daum; 12984 SE Suzanne Drive Hobe Sound, FL 33455, United States
When; March 9th, 06.30 pm GMT
Top lots of the sale:
- 2013 Jaguar XJL Portofino (28,000 miles). Estimate: $ 30,000 - $ 40,000
- 3.00 ct. Diamond Color H Clarity VS2 cut Cushion. IGA appraisal Ring Platinum Solitaire Sized To fit NO.Charge. Estimate: $ 30,000 - $ 40,000
- Eugene Delacroix (1798-1863): Oil on Canvas 17.5"H x 14.5"W frame measures 22.5" x 19.5". Estimate: $ 25,000 - $ 30,000
- Bronze (Large) Goddess Tera of Protection. Museum Quality [37in./20in./19in.] (Adorned with ruby cabochons approx.. 5mm, bronze statue goddess, Shakyamuni Buddha. Historical Gautama). Estimate: $ 22,500 - $ 27,500
- Wassily Kandinsky (1866-1944): Ink on paper Signed. Drawing Indian Ink 8, Watercolor size; 7 13/16" X 10 5/8" From the Dresbach Estate Palm Beach, Florida 1940s, this is an original Wassily Kandinsky. Estimate: $ 15,000 - $ 18,000
- Gold tennis Bracelet 14K 1.60 OZT with (32) .30 AAA Diamonds 9.6 cwt. Estimate: $ 12,000 - $ 16,000
- Edna Hibel (1917-2014): Oil on Canvas Museum quality. 48" x 30"H "Two French Flower Girls" 1965 Edna Hibel Original Oil on Board. Frame measures 54"W x 36"H. Estimate: $ 6,000 - $ 8,000
- V.A. Richardson Original Screen Late 1800s Buffalo, NY. Signed by Artist V.A. Richardson Original Oil On Leather 67"W x 67 3/4"H. Volney Allan Richardson (1882 - 1955) American Artist in the Buffalo Society of Artists/ Albright Art Gallery. Estimate: $ 6,000 - $ 8,000
- Golf Cart & Golf Clubs Owned by Lesley Gore Singer. Estimate: $ 5,000 - $ 7,500
- Jacques Laurent Agasse (1767 – 1849): Original Oil on canvas 16"W x 13"H frame: 23"W x 19"H. Estimate: $ 5,000 - $ 7,500
For details, visit: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/
Click on the slideshow for the highlights of the sale.
http://www.blouinartinfo.com/
Founder: Louise Blouin
October 17, 2018: LESLEY GORE AND FAMILY ESTATE AUCTION!
Lesley's mother has sold her home in Florida and moved to New York to be closer to her son, Michael, and other relatives. Mrs. Gore and Michael have given a number of items from the house and items belonging to the family to be auctioned by Jerry Daum Auctions in Palm Beach, Florida.
The live auction will take place on November 10th at 1:30 pm EST. After registering, bidding can be started immediately.
There are 355 items up for auction, including memorabilia (Lesley and Michael), clothing, furniture and household items. The link to the auction is:https://www.invaluable.com/catalog/6r7vc59wh6?rfa=true
Lesley's mother has sold her home in Florida and moved to New York to be closer to her son, Michael, and other relatives. Mrs. Gore and Michael have given a number of items from the house and items belonging to the family to be auctioned by Jerry Daum Auctions in Palm Beach, Florida.
The live auction will take place on November 10th at 1:30 pm EST. After registering, bidding can be started immediately.
There are 355 items up for auction, including memorabilia (Lesley and Michael), clothing, furniture and household items. The link to the auction is:https://www.invaluable.com/catalog/6r7vc59wh6?rfa=true
October 4, 2018: New page added: "60's Teen Magazines #3."
August 4, 2018: On September 21st, Netflix will be releasing a new documentary on Quincy Jones. Titled "Quincy," it will be co-directed by his daughter, Rashida Jones, and Alan Hicks.
New CD released on September 14th on BMG Records: Ann Wilson "Immortal" doing a cover of "You Don't Own Me."
New CD released on September 14th on BMG Records: Ann Wilson "Immortal" doing a cover of "You Don't Own Me."
March 31, 2018: More info on the upcoming Riverdale TV episode:
http://www.playbill.com/article/take-a-sneak-peek-at-riverdales-carrie-the-musical-themed-episode
March 31, 2018: Very interesting story on the creation and recording of the song "It's My Party" at: https://www.voat.co/v/PaddysPub/2473976
http://www.playbill.com/article/take-a-sneak-peek-at-riverdales-carrie-the-musical-themed-episode
March 31, 2018: Very interesting story on the creation and recording of the song "It's My Party" at: https://www.voat.co/v/PaddysPub/2473976
March 18, 2018: The CW TV show Riverdale is devoting an entire episode based around Lawrence Cohen, Dean Pitchford and Michael Gore's Carrie: The Musical. The episode will feature 11 songs from the musical, with all of the major Riverdale characters somehow getting major roles in their school's production of the musical. The episode will air on April 18th.
February 8, 2017: In the Fall of 2010, Lesley recorded "Satin Doll," a beautiful, jazzy song for Tony Dodge's play "Venus Flytrap. You can hear it here:
https://youtu.be/Uxo-_tsawp4.
Dec. 3, 2016: The Grammy Hall of Fame was established by The Recording Academy's National Trustees in 1973 to honor recordings of lasting qualitative or historical significance that are at least 25 years old. Inductees are selected annually by a special member committee of eminent and knowledgeable professionals from all branches of the recording arts. 25 songs are selected each year for induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame. The 2017 list includes "You Don't Own Me" by Lesley! For more information on the Grammy Hall of Fame and awards, go to: www.grammy.org/recording-academy/awards/hall-of-fame.
Dec. 3, 2016: Real Gone Music is releasing a new CD on Feb. 3, 2017 "Love Me By Name (The Complete A&M Recordings) (Expanded Version). Added to the original LP are the single versions of "Immortality" and "Give It To Me Sweet Thing." Amazon (www.amazon.com) is now taking pre-orders.
More info can be found on the Amazon web site.
More info can be found on the Amazon web site.
October 24, 2016: As many of you know, Tracy Stark was Lesley's musical director for many years. She is also a very talented singer/songwriter! Tracy is releasing a new CD "Shades of Beautiful" (Miranda Records) on October 26th. She will be having a CD Release Party at Pangea in NYC at 7:30 pm (www.pangeanyc.com). On the CD, Lesley sings Tracy's song "Find My Strength." I believe this is the last new recording by Lesley. The song is absolutely beautiful and Lesley is vocally at her very best! The CD is available on Amazon as well as www.cdbaby.com. It will also (if not already there) be available at iTunes. A fantastic CD and a beautiful performance by Lesley!!!Dec. 3, 2016: Shout! Factory! released on Dec. 2nd, the TAMI and TNT Shows in Blue-ray format. It can be purchased from www.amazon.com or the Shout! Factory site.
Complete information can be found at www.shoutfactory.com or Amazon.
October 24, 2016: Just downloaded "Find My Strength" from Amazon. What a beautiful song and performance by our Lesley!
April 19, 2016: Ace Records has announced the upcoming release of Lesley's "Boys Boys Boys" album on CD with bonus tracks. The CD will be released on June 10th and is available for preorders from Amazon and the Ace Records web site. Ace Records-UK, ASIN: B01E2KCJZW
The 25 tracks:
1. That's the Way Boys Are
2. Boys
3. It's Gotta Be You
4. Something Wonderful
5. You Name It
6. Danny
7. I Don't Wanna Be a Loser
8. That's the Way the Ball Bounces
9. Leave Me Alone
10. Don't Call Me
11. I'll Make It Up to You
12. I'm Coolin', No Foolin'
13. It's My Party
14. Just Let Me Cry
15. No More Tears
16. Judy's Turn to Cry
17. She's a Fool
18. The Old Crowd
19. Hello Young Lover
20. Sunshine, Lollipops and Rainbows
21. You Don't Own Me
22. Run Bobby Run
23. I Struck a Match
24. If That's the Way You Want It
25. Time to Go
February 9, 2016: Some of you may remember the ABC Afterschool TV Specials which ran from 1972-1997. In "It's No Crush, I'm in Love" which aired on Sept. 28, 1983, Lesley wrote and sang over the opening credits the song "My Wildest Dreams." It has surfaced on You Tube. Go to You Tube and type in the search "It's No Crush." You can also follow the link on the Lesley Gore International Fan Club Facebook page.
January 26, 2016: Just sent out an email newsletter to everyone on the mailing list. If you are not on the list or did not receive yours and would like a copy, just email me at jack@lesleygorefanclub.com.
January 19, 2016: The latest issue of Curve Magazine (Jan.-Feb. 2016) features an interview with Lois Sasson who discusses her relationship with Lesley.
December 31, 2015: As many of you already know, at the time of her passing, Lesley was working on a musical autobiography of her life with playwright Mark Hampton. Broadway World (www.broadwayworld.com) announced on September 9th that Mark Hampton is currently working on You Don't Own Me, based on the life and music of Lesley Gore. Apparently he is completing the work that they started. Sorry this info is so late. The announcement was buried under a pile of papers. :) Happy New Year!
December 27, 2015:
New York Times Magazine
Full page tribute to Lesley!
The link to this article is: http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2015/12/16/magazine/the-lives-they-lived.html?_r=0#id-56743cf9dc804c000100001e
Dec. 13, 2015: December 13, 2015: Check out the latest issue of "Entertainment Weekly," dated December 18, 2015 and on newsstands now!
It features a wonderful tribute to Lesley!
Nov.10, 2015: I will be away on vacation from November 15-22nd and will not have access to any email (since I'll be on the high seas). Any emails sent to me will be answered after I return. I also have some new items to add to the site soon!
Sept. 11, 2015: Just added six new photos to the "Batman" photo page.
Sept. 9, 2015:
You Don't Own Me The Life and Times of Lesley Gore
Publisher: Backbeat Books
Format: Hardcover
Author: Trevor Tolliver
Release Date: 09/08/2015 NOW AVAILABLE!
1963 – tail fins were in, sock hops were hot, and a fairytale white knight was president. That summer, sixteen year-old singer Lesley Gore released her debut single, “It's My Party,” propelling her to Number One on the charts. For the next several years, the crowned Princess of Pop dominated the radio with a string of hits including “Judy's Turn to Cry,” “She's A Fool,” “Sunshine, Lollipops & Rainbows,” and the rousing anthem for independence, “You Don't Own Me,” making her the most successful and influential solo female artist of the 60s. But beneath the bubblegum façade was a girl squirming against social and professional pressures to simply be herself and to forge a future where she could write and perform music beyond the trappings of teenage angst and love triangles. Assembled over five years of research and interviews, this is the first and long overdue biography of Lesley Gore, one of pop music's pioneering Mothers, which chronicles her meteoric rise to fame, her devastating fall from popularity and struggle for relevance in the 1970s, and her reemergence as a powerful songwriter, political activist, and camp icon. The biography includes behind-the-scenes stories about the making of her hit records, debunks or clarifies popular myths about her career, and places her remarkable life and times within a historical context to reveal how her music was both impacted by, and contributed to, each decade of her astounding fifty-year career.
Sept. 6, 2015: Rebeat Magazine is a digital blog magazine dedicated to mid-century music, culture and lifestyle. Danielle Zabielski posted a wonderful review of "Someplace Else Now" today at: www.rebeatmag.com/album-lesley-gore-someplace-else-now/
Sept. 6, 2015: Both "Someplace Else Now" articles have been posted on the "Someplace Else Now" page.
Sept. 5, 2015: I've started to add the second "Someplace Else Now" interview from Cashbox Magazine. It is long and will be completed in parts. Thanks for your patience! Happy Labor Day Weekend!
Sept. 4, 2015: Finally added the Voices of VISTA shows to the end of the Discography. I believe I have them all correct, but please let me know if there are any corrections or additions. Less than one week to the release of the Lesley Gore Bio! Did you order your copy??? I am also working on a new page "Someplace Else Now." Since the album was recently released on CD, I thought you would enjoy seeing Lesley's thoughts at the time. I will be adding a second interview shortly.
August 22, 2015: Fans have commented that sometimes they see the site has been updated but cannot find any changes. Many times the update will be a minor tweaking of a page, such as adding a caption to a photo or slightly changing the wording on a page, etc.. Any significant changes to the site will be mentioned on this page. So, if you see the site has been updated, be sure to check out the "What's New" page. If nothing is noted, then the change was too minor to mention. Hope this clears up any confusion.
August 22, 2015: Added "Someplace Else Now" CD to the discography.
August 20, 2015: Sorry I didn't see Louis St. Louis' tribute to Lesley on Facebook. I have added it to the Celebrity Tributes page. Louis St. Louis was Lesley's fantastic Musical Director for many years.
Aug. 7, 2015: Released today: "Someplace Else Now" on CD from Real Gone Music (RGM-0385). This CD features the same songs as the original LP released in 1972. New booklet.
July 18, 2015:
A fan club member recently sent me information on the availability of Lesley's appearances on the TV series, "In The Life." They are all available for viewing at www.cinema.ucla.edu . Thank you, Pat Agosta.
July 18, 2015: Two Japanese import CDs are being released on August 26th by Universal Music for approximately $14.70 US plus various shipping charges.
1. "I'll Cry If I Want To," the original 12 songs only. Complete info at: http://www.cdjapan.co.jp/product/UICY-77430 (Catalog # UICY-77430)
2. "Mixed Up Hearts," the original 12 songs only. Complete info at: http://www.cdjapan.co.jp/product/UICY-77431 (Catalog # UICY-77431)
The "I'll Cry If I Want To" CD is being offered at www.amazon.com as well.
Jun 10, 2015: "California Nights with Bonus Tracks" (Ace Records) was released on June 5th. Available at www.amazon.com. Tracks on the CD are: California Nights, Treat Me Like a Lady, Bad, I'm Going Out, Maybe Now, Love Goes on Forever, Off and Running, Lilacs and Violets, The Bubble Broke, Cry Like a Baby, My Town My Guy and Me, Let Me Dream, Start The Party Again, I Won't Love You Anymore, I Just Can't Get Enough of You, To Know Him Is To Love Him, Will You Love Me Tomorrow, Only Last Night, With Any Other Girl, I Can Tell, We Know We're in Love, Yeh Yeh Yeh (That Boy of Mine), That's What I'll Do, Happiness Is Just Around the Corner, Hold Me Tight.
June 6, 2015: Just added to "Celebrity Photos" page: Lesley with Mark La Mura and Melba Moore on the set of TV soap, "All My Children." Lesley made six guest appearances on the show 1982-1983.
May 28, 2015: Thank you, Tony Oliver, for sharing with us the beautiful photos of Lesley being interviewed at the Drake Hotel in 1969. Also are some preshow photos. Click on the "Photos: Chicago 1969" page to view them.
April 28, 2015: Have you seen the list of artists appearing at the 54 Below Celebrates Lesley Gore shows on May 6th? The Marvelettes, Sarah Dash, Lorraine Ferro, Molly Pope, Maxine Linehan, Jill Abramovitz, Lorinda Lisitza, Scott Coulter (Director) and Tracy Stark (Music Director). www.54below.com
April 28, 12015: It has just been brought to my attention that I do not have the entire "Love Me By Name" song book on the Sheet Music page. Sorry about that. It will be uploaded soon!
April 8, 2015: I have recently found some old Biographies on Lesley and thought you would like to read them on the "Biographies-Past" page.
April 4, 2015: Read the story behind the song "All About Midnight" written by Norman Dolph and Lesley on "All About Midnight" page.
March 24, 2015: I will be reprinting the Fan Club Biography on the Biography page. There have been many biographies written during the years and I will add those to a separate page shortly.
March 20, 2015: "54 Celebrates Lesley Gore," Wednesday, May 6th, 54 Below, 254 W. 54th St., NYC. Two shows at 7 and 9:30 pm. "A group of Lesley's peers and admirers come together to celebrate her life, her music and her iconic inspiration." www.54Below.com
March 16, 2015: Many nice photos of Lesley at: www.photobucket.com/images/lesley%20gore?page=1
March 14, 2015: The newly reorganized Lesley Gore International Fan Club begins today. Check the "Join the Fan Club" page for complete details.
March 14, 2015: I am receiving a number of cards for Mrs. Gore and Lois Sasson. They are all being forwarded. If you wish to send a card, please send it c/o the fan club at the above address. Be assured that Mrs. Gore and Lois Sasson will receive them.
March 12, 2015: Just added Dionne Warwick's comment in Celebrity Tributes. Look for the fan club reorganization announcement in a few days.
March 1, 2015: Donna Loren paid tribute to Lesley on her Facebook page by posting "Shindig Place, Act 1," A Rock Opera. It first aired on April 7, 1965. Watch it here: http://youtu.be/VpO1gh5tRJY.
February 28, 2015: Have you heard the beautiful unreleased song on You Tube? It is titled "All About Midnight" and was written by Norman Dolph and Lesley. You can hear it at: http://youtu.be/csgwGR9tvGg I asked Norman about the story behind this song, and he graciously sent me his thoughts and experiences. Will post the story later. The song was written in the early '80's.
February 27, 2015: There is an article, "Farewell Lesley Gore!" in the newest issue of the "Globe," dated March 9th and on newsstands now.
February 24, 2015: Read an exclusive interview with Lesley's partner regarding Lesley's sudden death in the new issue of "Closer Weekly" dated March 9, 2015 and on newsstands now. www.closerweekly.com
February 20, 2015: The "Join the Fan Club" page has been temporarily disabled for now. It will be back with revisions. Thank you for understanding.
January 1, 2015: Public Television Presents: Sharon Isbin: Troubadour
Air Dates: http://www.sharonisbintroubadour.com/dates.html
Complete information: http://www.sharonisbintroubadour.com
Series Description: Acclaimed for her extraordinary lyricism, technique and versatility, multiple Grammy winner Sharon Isbin is considered one of today's pre-eminent classical guitarists. Isbin's catalogue of more than 25 recordings — ranging from Baroque, folk and Latin to rock, pop and jazz-fusion — reflects her remarkable versatility. Combining performance and documentary, SHARON ISBIN: TROUBADOUR focuses on Isbin's unusual and inspiring musical journey, including her struggles working within a traditionally male-dominated field. The film also explores Isbin's role as teacher to a new generation of guitarists at both The Julliard School, where she created the first guitar department, and the Aspen Music Festival. Narrated by NPR's Susan Stamberg, the program features a wide range of guests, including Joan Baez, Martina Navratilova, First Lady Michelle Obama, Garrison Keillor and David Hyde Pierce; rock legends Steve Vai, Janis Ian and Leslie Gore; composers Tan Dun, John Corigliano, Christopher Rouse and Joan Tower; jazz greats Stanley Jordan and Paul Winter; fiddler Mark O'Connor and many others.
November 12, 2014: The TV series "Orphan Black" will feature a third season teaser which is scored to Lesley's "You Don't Own Me." Video can be viewed here: http://ow.ly/DZdXr
November 1, 2014: Joan Jett put together a public service announcement video stressing the need for women to vote. Lesley is among a group of women who lip synch to Joan Jett's "Bad Reputation." It can be seen at: http://bluenationreview.com/tag/lesley-gore/ or go to www.youtube.com and type in "Bad Reputation PSA."
October 22, 2014: GREAT PHOTOS OF LESLEY AND THE CAST AT BIRDLAND: http://www.broadwayworld.com/cabaret/article/Photo-Flash-LANCE-HORNE-THE-LADIES-Sing-at-Birdland-20141021
October 19, 2014: Lesley Gore, Daphne Rubin-Vega and Laura Flanigan Sign On For LANCE & THE LADIES at Birdland, October 20th! More info at www.BirdlandJazz.com.
Article from Broadway World: http://www.broadwayworld.com/cabaret/article/Lesley-Gore-Daphne-Rubin-Vega-and-Laura-Flanigan-Sign-On-For-LANCE-THE-LADIES-at-Birdland-1020-20141008#
May 14, 2014: Rumer Willis, daughter of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, sang "You Don't Own Me" at the Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Center's "Evening With Women" on May 10th. View the video at www.youtube.com (Type "Rumer Willis sings You Don't Own Me" in the search.)
Mar. 10, 2014: What is Britney Spears favoite song to sing in the shower? She tells you here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bU79fGs27Kk
Jan. 20, 2014: Jennifer ("Dreamgirls") Holliday has recorded Lesley's "Love Me By Name" for her new CD to be released on Jan. 21, 2014 on Shanachie Records. The CD is titled "The Song is You" and Amazon.com is taking preorders on their site. You can also listen to a preview of the song on Amazon.
Nov. 30, 2013: Great photos of Lesley at the South Street Seaport on Nov. 29th at: http://www.brooklynvegan.com/archives/2013/12/nicole_atkins_s_1.html and a video of Lesley singing "It's My Party" at the South Street Seaport: 5http://youtu.be/9q3mqpqvP2o
.July 5, 2013: Cousin Brucie's First Annual Palisades Park Reunion Show will be aired again on July 6th at 8 pm on Sirius XM. www.siriusxm.com
April 1, 2013: New interview with Lesley at the Palm Springs Follies. She mentions that she will be participating in some of the Dinah Shore Weekend activities in Palm Springs but the exact schedule has not been set. More info on the Dinah Shore Weekend in Palm Springs at: www.thedinah.com. The interview can be found at: www.frontiersla.com/frontiers-blog/2013/03/18/hr-styleline-height-5px-color-f3f3f3hrlesley-36
Nov. 19, 2012: On Nov. 19th, Lesley attended the Abingdon Theater Company's 20th Anniversary Gala and Dinner at Espace in NYC. The event honored Tyne Daly. Full story and photos at: http://www2.broadwayworld.com/viewcolumnpics.cfm?colid=429625#sthash.5roPOoZE.Ezqukgur.dpbs
Nov. 12, 2012: Susan Boyle does a very nice version of Lesley's "Out Here on My Own" on her new CD, "Standing Ovation." More info at: www.amazon.com/susanboyle.
Oct. 18, 2012: Lesley will be honoring 2012 inductee Connie Stevens at the Long Island Music Hall of Fame Gala on Thursday, Oct. 18th at the Paramount in Huntington, NY. Nice 2010 photo of Lesley and story at: http://long-island.newsday.com/things-to-do/music/presenters-named-for-li-music-hall-gala-1.4110355
Sept. 25, 2012: The cast album "Carrie The Musical," with music by Michael Gore, will be released on Sept. 25th. Preorders and more information at: www.sh-k-boom.com.
Aug. 9, 2012: "Pop Icon Lesley Gore mentors South Bronx kids who made video urging youths to "Pull Your Pants Up," New York Daily Times, August 9, 2012. Full article/photos: http://soc.li/kSgLzaH
July 13, 2012: Congratulations, Lesley, on being inducted into the Rock n Roll Pantheon! Read the entire article at: www.examiner.com/article/the-rock-n-roll-pantheon-inducts-lesley-gore.
April 11, 2012: "Lesley Gore Brings Her Party to Wildwood," an interview in today's "Cape May County Herald" (NJ): http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/tourism/wildwood/82168-leslie+gore+brings+her+party+wildwood
Feb. 4, 2012: The previews for the musical "Carrie" began on Jan. 31st at the Lucille Lortell Theater in NYC. The official opening is March 1st. Michael Gore, Lesley's brother, wrote all of the music. A great video interview with Michael, Dean Pitchford (lyrics), Lawrence Cohen (book) and others can be found at:http://broadwayworld.com/article/BWW-TV-Go-Inside-the-First-Preview-of-CARRIE-Off-Broadway-20120201
Feb. 1, 2012: Read Lesley's interview in The Modern Magazine (Feb. 2012) here: http://issuu.com/jbarlow1213/docs/themodernfeb2012_vol1no5?mode=window&backgroundColor#222222
Jan. 29,2012: Lesley is one of the many stars who talk about their experiences at the famed Persian Room (Plaza Hotel), NYC. Lesley appeared at the Persian Room in the late 60's. The book, which will be released on March 13th, is titled "The Persian Room Presents: An Oral History of New York's Most Magical Night Spot." More information can be found at: http://www.amazon.com/Persian-Room-Presents-History-Magical/dp/0533165113. The book can also be pre-ordered at this site for $18.91.
Dec. 15, 2011: Lesley recently hosted the Health People and Global Fund Gala in New York. A great photo and article at: http://www.hamptons.com/The-Arts/Main-Articles/16124/Singer-And-Oscar-Nominee-Lesley-Gore-Hosts-Health.html
Sept. 19, 2011: The Malt Shop Memories PBS CD which I purchased from Maryland Public Television for a contribution of $75 contains three songs by Lesley: "Sunshine Lollipops and Rainbows," "It's My Party" and "You Don't Own Me." The TV special does not show Lesley singing "Sunshine Lollipops and Rainbows."I have added a new section to the "US/Foreign Records" page titled "New Additions." You can find this section at the END of the gallery. This should make it easier to find all the new additions to this page.
Apr. 1, 2011: On March 29th, Lesley spoke to students in the Music Management Program at William Paterson University, Wayne, NJ. To access an article on the appearance, go to www.northjersey.com, type in "Lesley Gore" and it will appear in the Search results.
Jan. 25, 2011: Check out this You Tube video of singer Brandy doing a live rap to "It's My Party."http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FB6A8QojiDk&feature=youtube_gdata_player.
Jan. 19, 2011: There is a short video of Lesley singing "It's My Party" at the Palm Springs Follies on You Tube. The site is: www.youtube.com/user/psfollies. In the upper right hand corner, click on Lesley Gore to view the video.
Dec. 24, 2010: For the first time since 1964, the complete closed circuit video broadcast of the Beatles first American concert in Washington, DC, with special guests Lesley Gore and the Beach Boys will be screened theatrically by the American Cinematheque at the Egyptian Theater, 6712 Hollywood Blvd, CA on Friday, February 11, 2011 at 7:30 pm. Tickets can be obtained by calling (323) 692-3431. Lesley's concert was taped in an NBC studio and presented on this Beatles video event. Hopefully this concert will be released on DVD in the future! For an advertisement and a part of Lesley's concert, go to:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFWoY_tNFgI
Dec. 22, 2010: Check out the two You Tube Links below to see Lesley in concert last week (Dec. 17th)
in Melbourne, Florida. Doesn't she look and sound fantastic????????????Lesley Gore - It's My Partyhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NI1a2iyINvELesley Gore - You Don't Own Mehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GjK74ZI4fg
Nov. 6, 2010: The "long awaited" Amy Winehouse version of "It's My Party," recorded for the new Quincy Jones tribute CD, can be heard at: http://youtube.com/watch?v=5jYQrTYTfkA
Nov.3, 2010: Click on http://broadwayworld.com/printcolumn.php?id=180410 to see about 30 photos of Lesley taken on stage at the "Million Dollar Quartet" appearance.
Oct. 29, 2010: Lesley's appearance last night with the cast of the Broadway hit "Million Dollar Quartet" at the Nederlander Theater on Broadway can be seen in a You Tube video at: http://broadwayworld.com/videoplay.php?colid=180383. She sang "When Will I Be Loved" and "It's My Party."
Oct. 26, 2010: There will be a special benefit performance of "Venus Flytrap" (see below) on Saturday, Nov. 13th at 8 pm at the Workshop Theater, 312 W. 36th St., New York City. Lesley will host a special reception before the show at 7:00 pm. Complete information at: www.gaycenter.org/node/5781.
Oct. 7, 2010: Lesley was in the recording studio today with John McDaniel recording the song "Satin Doll." It will be used in the new play, "Venus Flytrap" by Tony Dodge. The play will run from Nov. 4-14th at the Workshop Theater in New York City. There are some nice photos of Lesley in the studio on Tony Dodge's Facebook page. They can also be found on Lesley's Facebook page.
Oct. 7, 2010: On Oct. 4th, Lesley appeared at the Symphony Space in New York City at the "Six Degrees of Marvin Hamlisch Benefit" for the Actors Fund. The show featured memorable songs of Marvin's performed by many of the original artists. Since "Sunshine Lollipops and Rainbows" was Marvin's very first hit as a songwriter, I would guess that Lesley sang it at the benefit. There is a beautiful photo of Lesley on stage at: www.timessquaregossip.com/2010/10/six-degrees-of-marvin-hamlisch-benefit.html. The photo also is on our "Lesley on Stage Photo Gallery."
Sept. 22, 2010: Read the newest interview with Lesley and Broadway World. She talks about the Million Dollar Quartet appearance, her autobiographical musical she's writing and her brother Michael's role in bringing "Carrie" to the stage. Click: www.broadwayworld.com/printcolumn.php?id=167524
Lesley Gore to Party with Broadway Cast of Million Dollar Quartet Sept. 24
By Adam Hetrick
16 Sep 2010
Lesley Gore
Singer-songwriter Lesley Gore, best known for her 1963 hit "It's My Party," will offer a special musical encore with the cast of Broadway's Million Dollar Quartet Sept. 24 at the Nederlander Theatre.
Gore is the latest music icon to join the Broadway cast for a post-show performance. In recent weeks Million Dollar Quartet has welcomed Jerry Lee Lewis and Melissa Etheridge for jam sessions with the Broadway cast.
In addition to "It's My Party," Gore's hits include "Judy's Turn To Cry," "She's A Fool," "That's the Way Boys Are," "Maybe I Know" and "You Don't Own Me." She is currently at work on a musical based on her life and career.
Million Dollar Quartet leads Eddie Clendening, Lance Guest, Tony Award winner Levi Kreis and Rob Lyons, who all appeared in the Chicago cast, re-create their work for Broadway audiences. Kreis portrays Lewis, Clendening plays Elvis Presley, Guest is Johnny Cash, and Lyons is Carl Perkins.
Sept. 3, 2010: I was listening to the two new additions to itunes today and accidentally came across something I haven't heard before. I remember a few years back reporting in the newsletters that Lesley was featured on a Shimmerplanet CD. I found the song today on itunes. It is not listed under "Lesley Gore." You must search "Shimmerplanet." The CD is "For the One Who Kills Tomorrow" which was released May 16, 2006. The song which features Lesley is Track 11 "Siren." You can preview it on itunes and/or download it for 99 cents.
June 28, 2010: On June 21st, Eminem released a new CD "Recovery" on the Aftermath label. On the last track (#17) "Untitled," he "samples" Lesley's "You Don't Own Me." I had no idea what that meant, so I consulted our resident expert (thank you, Jim Allio!), who explained that "sampling" is the process of pulling one particular element from a record- in this case Lesley's vocals on two lines of the song- tweaking them a bit, and inserting them into a different song. The song opens with a synthed up version of the "You Don't Own Me" beat, then Lesley's voice, sped up a bit, singing "You don't own me, don't try to change me in any way," before Eminem starts rapping. Lesley reappears in the song several times.
Lesley Gore & DeeDee Rescher Part II www.youtube.com
Mar. 2, 2011: Lesley appeared on a California TV program "Straight Talk." She was interviewed at the Palm Springs Follies. Check out the interview at www.straighttalktv.com or click above link.
2009: Lesley was a 2009 Inductee into the Hit Parade Hall of Fame. Check out the Hall of Fame web site at: http://hitparadehalloffame.com
Complete information can be found at www.shoutfactory.com or Amazon.
October 24, 2016: Just downloaded "Find My Strength" from Amazon. What a beautiful song and performance by our Lesley!
April 19, 2016: Ace Records has announced the upcoming release of Lesley's "Boys Boys Boys" album on CD with bonus tracks. The CD will be released on June 10th and is available for preorders from Amazon and the Ace Records web site. Ace Records-UK, ASIN: B01E2KCJZW
The 25 tracks:
1. That's the Way Boys Are
2. Boys
3. It's Gotta Be You
4. Something Wonderful
5. You Name It
6. Danny
7. I Don't Wanna Be a Loser
8. That's the Way the Ball Bounces
9. Leave Me Alone
10. Don't Call Me
11. I'll Make It Up to You
12. I'm Coolin', No Foolin'
13. It's My Party
14. Just Let Me Cry
15. No More Tears
16. Judy's Turn to Cry
17. She's a Fool
18. The Old Crowd
19. Hello Young Lover
20. Sunshine, Lollipops and Rainbows
21. You Don't Own Me
22. Run Bobby Run
23. I Struck a Match
24. If That's the Way You Want It
25. Time to Go
February 9, 2016: Some of you may remember the ABC Afterschool TV Specials which ran from 1972-1997. In "It's No Crush, I'm in Love" which aired on Sept. 28, 1983, Lesley wrote and sang over the opening credits the song "My Wildest Dreams." It has surfaced on You Tube. Go to You Tube and type in the search "It's No Crush." You can also follow the link on the Lesley Gore International Fan Club Facebook page.
January 26, 2016: Just sent out an email newsletter to everyone on the mailing list. If you are not on the list or did not receive yours and would like a copy, just email me at jack@lesleygorefanclub.com.
January 19, 2016: The latest issue of Curve Magazine (Jan.-Feb. 2016) features an interview with Lois Sasson who discusses her relationship with Lesley.
December 31, 2015: As many of you already know, at the time of her passing, Lesley was working on a musical autobiography of her life with playwright Mark Hampton. Broadway World (www.broadwayworld.com) announced on September 9th that Mark Hampton is currently working on You Don't Own Me, based on the life and music of Lesley Gore. Apparently he is completing the work that they started. Sorry this info is so late. The announcement was buried under a pile of papers. :) Happy New Year!
December 27, 2015:
New York Times Magazine
Full page tribute to Lesley!
The link to this article is: http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2015/12/16/magazine/the-lives-they-lived.html?_r=0#id-56743cf9dc804c000100001e
Dec. 13, 2015: December 13, 2015: Check out the latest issue of "Entertainment Weekly," dated December 18, 2015 and on newsstands now!
It features a wonderful tribute to Lesley!
Nov.10, 2015: I will be away on vacation from November 15-22nd and will not have access to any email (since I'll be on the high seas). Any emails sent to me will be answered after I return. I also have some new items to add to the site soon!
Sept. 11, 2015: Just added six new photos to the "Batman" photo page.
Sept. 9, 2015:
You Don't Own Me The Life and Times of Lesley Gore
Publisher: Backbeat Books
Format: Hardcover
Author: Trevor Tolliver
Release Date: 09/08/2015 NOW AVAILABLE!
1963 – tail fins were in, sock hops were hot, and a fairytale white knight was president. That summer, sixteen year-old singer Lesley Gore released her debut single, “It's My Party,” propelling her to Number One on the charts. For the next several years, the crowned Princess of Pop dominated the radio with a string of hits including “Judy's Turn to Cry,” “She's A Fool,” “Sunshine, Lollipops & Rainbows,” and the rousing anthem for independence, “You Don't Own Me,” making her the most successful and influential solo female artist of the 60s. But beneath the bubblegum façade was a girl squirming against social and professional pressures to simply be herself and to forge a future where she could write and perform music beyond the trappings of teenage angst and love triangles. Assembled over five years of research and interviews, this is the first and long overdue biography of Lesley Gore, one of pop music's pioneering Mothers, which chronicles her meteoric rise to fame, her devastating fall from popularity and struggle for relevance in the 1970s, and her reemergence as a powerful songwriter, political activist, and camp icon. The biography includes behind-the-scenes stories about the making of her hit records, debunks or clarifies popular myths about her career, and places her remarkable life and times within a historical context to reveal how her music was both impacted by, and contributed to, each decade of her astounding fifty-year career.
Sept. 6, 2015: Rebeat Magazine is a digital blog magazine dedicated to mid-century music, culture and lifestyle. Danielle Zabielski posted a wonderful review of "Someplace Else Now" today at: www.rebeatmag.com/album-lesley-gore-someplace-else-now/
Sept. 6, 2015: Both "Someplace Else Now" articles have been posted on the "Someplace Else Now" page.
Sept. 5, 2015: I've started to add the second "Someplace Else Now" interview from Cashbox Magazine. It is long and will be completed in parts. Thanks for your patience! Happy Labor Day Weekend!
Sept. 4, 2015: Finally added the Voices of VISTA shows to the end of the Discography. I believe I have them all correct, but please let me know if there are any corrections or additions. Less than one week to the release of the Lesley Gore Bio! Did you order your copy??? I am also working on a new page "Someplace Else Now." Since the album was recently released on CD, I thought you would enjoy seeing Lesley's thoughts at the time. I will be adding a second interview shortly.
August 22, 2015: Fans have commented that sometimes they see the site has been updated but cannot find any changes. Many times the update will be a minor tweaking of a page, such as adding a caption to a photo or slightly changing the wording on a page, etc.. Any significant changes to the site will be mentioned on this page. So, if you see the site has been updated, be sure to check out the "What's New" page. If nothing is noted, then the change was too minor to mention. Hope this clears up any confusion.
August 22, 2015: Added "Someplace Else Now" CD to the discography.
August 20, 2015: Sorry I didn't see Louis St. Louis' tribute to Lesley on Facebook. I have added it to the Celebrity Tributes page. Louis St. Louis was Lesley's fantastic Musical Director for many years.
Aug. 7, 2015: Released today: "Someplace Else Now" on CD from Real Gone Music (RGM-0385). This CD features the same songs as the original LP released in 1972. New booklet.
July 18, 2015:
A fan club member recently sent me information on the availability of Lesley's appearances on the TV series, "In The Life." They are all available for viewing at www.cinema.ucla.edu . Thank you, Pat Agosta.
July 18, 2015: Two Japanese import CDs are being released on August 26th by Universal Music for approximately $14.70 US plus various shipping charges.
1. "I'll Cry If I Want To," the original 12 songs only. Complete info at: http://www.cdjapan.co.jp/product/UICY-77430 (Catalog # UICY-77430)
2. "Mixed Up Hearts," the original 12 songs only. Complete info at: http://www.cdjapan.co.jp/product/UICY-77431 (Catalog # UICY-77431)
The "I'll Cry If I Want To" CD is being offered at www.amazon.com as well.
Jun 10, 2015: "California Nights with Bonus Tracks" (Ace Records) was released on June 5th. Available at www.amazon.com. Tracks on the CD are: California Nights, Treat Me Like a Lady, Bad, I'm Going Out, Maybe Now, Love Goes on Forever, Off and Running, Lilacs and Violets, The Bubble Broke, Cry Like a Baby, My Town My Guy and Me, Let Me Dream, Start The Party Again, I Won't Love You Anymore, I Just Can't Get Enough of You, To Know Him Is To Love Him, Will You Love Me Tomorrow, Only Last Night, With Any Other Girl, I Can Tell, We Know We're in Love, Yeh Yeh Yeh (That Boy of Mine), That's What I'll Do, Happiness Is Just Around the Corner, Hold Me Tight.
June 6, 2015: Just added to "Celebrity Photos" page: Lesley with Mark La Mura and Melba Moore on the set of TV soap, "All My Children." Lesley made six guest appearances on the show 1982-1983.
May 28, 2015: Thank you, Tony Oliver, for sharing with us the beautiful photos of Lesley being interviewed at the Drake Hotel in 1969. Also are some preshow photos. Click on the "Photos: Chicago 1969" page to view them.
April 28, 2015: Have you seen the list of artists appearing at the 54 Below Celebrates Lesley Gore shows on May 6th? The Marvelettes, Sarah Dash, Lorraine Ferro, Molly Pope, Maxine Linehan, Jill Abramovitz, Lorinda Lisitza, Scott Coulter (Director) and Tracy Stark (Music Director). www.54below.com
April 28, 12015: It has just been brought to my attention that I do not have the entire "Love Me By Name" song book on the Sheet Music page. Sorry about that. It will be uploaded soon!
April 8, 2015: I have recently found some old Biographies on Lesley and thought you would like to read them on the "Biographies-Past" page.
April 4, 2015: Read the story behind the song "All About Midnight" written by Norman Dolph and Lesley on "All About Midnight" page.
March 24, 2015: I will be reprinting the Fan Club Biography on the Biography page. There have been many biographies written during the years and I will add those to a separate page shortly.
March 20, 2015: "54 Celebrates Lesley Gore," Wednesday, May 6th, 54 Below, 254 W. 54th St., NYC. Two shows at 7 and 9:30 pm. "A group of Lesley's peers and admirers come together to celebrate her life, her music and her iconic inspiration." www.54Below.com
March 16, 2015: Many nice photos of Lesley at: www.photobucket.com/images/lesley%20gore?page=1
March 14, 2015: The newly reorganized Lesley Gore International Fan Club begins today. Check the "Join the Fan Club" page for complete details.
March 14, 2015: I am receiving a number of cards for Mrs. Gore and Lois Sasson. They are all being forwarded. If you wish to send a card, please send it c/o the fan club at the above address. Be assured that Mrs. Gore and Lois Sasson will receive them.
March 12, 2015: Just added Dionne Warwick's comment in Celebrity Tributes. Look for the fan club reorganization announcement in a few days.
March 1, 2015: Donna Loren paid tribute to Lesley on her Facebook page by posting "Shindig Place, Act 1," A Rock Opera. It first aired on April 7, 1965. Watch it here: http://youtu.be/VpO1gh5tRJY.
February 28, 2015: Have you heard the beautiful unreleased song on You Tube? It is titled "All About Midnight" and was written by Norman Dolph and Lesley. You can hear it at: http://youtu.be/csgwGR9tvGg I asked Norman about the story behind this song, and he graciously sent me his thoughts and experiences. Will post the story later. The song was written in the early '80's.
February 27, 2015: There is an article, "Farewell Lesley Gore!" in the newest issue of the "Globe," dated March 9th and on newsstands now.
February 24, 2015: Read an exclusive interview with Lesley's partner regarding Lesley's sudden death in the new issue of "Closer Weekly" dated March 9, 2015 and on newsstands now. www.closerweekly.com
February 20, 2015: The "Join the Fan Club" page has been temporarily disabled for now. It will be back with revisions. Thank you for understanding.
January 1, 2015: Public Television Presents: Sharon Isbin: Troubadour
Air Dates: http://www.sharonisbintroubadour.com/dates.html
Complete information: http://www.sharonisbintroubadour.com
Series Description: Acclaimed for her extraordinary lyricism, technique and versatility, multiple Grammy winner Sharon Isbin is considered one of today's pre-eminent classical guitarists. Isbin's catalogue of more than 25 recordings — ranging from Baroque, folk and Latin to rock, pop and jazz-fusion — reflects her remarkable versatility. Combining performance and documentary, SHARON ISBIN: TROUBADOUR focuses on Isbin's unusual and inspiring musical journey, including her struggles working within a traditionally male-dominated field. The film also explores Isbin's role as teacher to a new generation of guitarists at both The Julliard School, where she created the first guitar department, and the Aspen Music Festival. Narrated by NPR's Susan Stamberg, the program features a wide range of guests, including Joan Baez, Martina Navratilova, First Lady Michelle Obama, Garrison Keillor and David Hyde Pierce; rock legends Steve Vai, Janis Ian and Leslie Gore; composers Tan Dun, John Corigliano, Christopher Rouse and Joan Tower; jazz greats Stanley Jordan and Paul Winter; fiddler Mark O'Connor and many others.
November 12, 2014: The TV series "Orphan Black" will feature a third season teaser which is scored to Lesley's "You Don't Own Me." Video can be viewed here: http://ow.ly/DZdXr
November 1, 2014: Joan Jett put together a public service announcement video stressing the need for women to vote. Lesley is among a group of women who lip synch to Joan Jett's "Bad Reputation." It can be seen at: http://bluenationreview.com/tag/lesley-gore/ or go to www.youtube.com and type in "Bad Reputation PSA."
October 22, 2014: GREAT PHOTOS OF LESLEY AND THE CAST AT BIRDLAND: http://www.broadwayworld.com/cabaret/article/Photo-Flash-LANCE-HORNE-THE-LADIES-Sing-at-Birdland-20141021
October 19, 2014: Lesley Gore, Daphne Rubin-Vega and Laura Flanigan Sign On For LANCE & THE LADIES at Birdland, October 20th! More info at www.BirdlandJazz.com.
Article from Broadway World: http://www.broadwayworld.com/cabaret/article/Lesley-Gore-Daphne-Rubin-Vega-and-Laura-Flanigan-Sign-On-For-LANCE-THE-LADIES-at-Birdland-1020-20141008#
May 14, 2014: Rumer Willis, daughter of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, sang "You Don't Own Me" at the Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Center's "Evening With Women" on May 10th. View the video at www.youtube.com (Type "Rumer Willis sings You Don't Own Me" in the search.)
Mar. 10, 2014: What is Britney Spears favoite song to sing in the shower? She tells you here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bU79fGs27Kk
Jan. 20, 2014: Jennifer ("Dreamgirls") Holliday has recorded Lesley's "Love Me By Name" for her new CD to be released on Jan. 21, 2014 on Shanachie Records. The CD is titled "The Song is You" and Amazon.com is taking preorders on their site. You can also listen to a preview of the song on Amazon.
Nov. 30, 2013: Great photos of Lesley at the South Street Seaport on Nov. 29th at: http://www.brooklynvegan.com/archives/2013/12/nicole_atkins_s_1.html and a video of Lesley singing "It's My Party" at the South Street Seaport: 5http://youtu.be/9q3mqpqvP2o
.July 5, 2013: Cousin Brucie's First Annual Palisades Park Reunion Show will be aired again on July 6th at 8 pm on Sirius XM. www.siriusxm.com
April 1, 2013: New interview with Lesley at the Palm Springs Follies. She mentions that she will be participating in some of the Dinah Shore Weekend activities in Palm Springs but the exact schedule has not been set. More info on the Dinah Shore Weekend in Palm Springs at: www.thedinah.com. The interview can be found at: www.frontiersla.com/frontiers-blog/2013/03/18/hr-styleline-height-5px-color-f3f3f3hrlesley-36
Nov. 19, 2012: On Nov. 19th, Lesley attended the Abingdon Theater Company's 20th Anniversary Gala and Dinner at Espace in NYC. The event honored Tyne Daly. Full story and photos at: http://www2.broadwayworld.com/viewcolumnpics.cfm?colid=429625#sthash.5roPOoZE.Ezqukgur.dpbs
Nov. 12, 2012: Susan Boyle does a very nice version of Lesley's "Out Here on My Own" on her new CD, "Standing Ovation." More info at: www.amazon.com/susanboyle.
Oct. 18, 2012: Lesley will be honoring 2012 inductee Connie Stevens at the Long Island Music Hall of Fame Gala on Thursday, Oct. 18th at the Paramount in Huntington, NY. Nice 2010 photo of Lesley and story at: http://long-island.newsday.com/things-to-do/music/presenters-named-for-li-music-hall-gala-1.4110355
Sept. 25, 2012: The cast album "Carrie The Musical," with music by Michael Gore, will be released on Sept. 25th. Preorders and more information at: www.sh-k-boom.com.
Aug. 9, 2012: "Pop Icon Lesley Gore mentors South Bronx kids who made video urging youths to "Pull Your Pants Up," New York Daily Times, August 9, 2012. Full article/photos: http://soc.li/kSgLzaH
July 13, 2012: Congratulations, Lesley, on being inducted into the Rock n Roll Pantheon! Read the entire article at: www.examiner.com/article/the-rock-n-roll-pantheon-inducts-lesley-gore.
April 11, 2012: "Lesley Gore Brings Her Party to Wildwood," an interview in today's "Cape May County Herald" (NJ): http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/tourism/wildwood/82168-leslie+gore+brings+her+party+wildwood
Feb. 4, 2012: The previews for the musical "Carrie" began on Jan. 31st at the Lucille Lortell Theater in NYC. The official opening is March 1st. Michael Gore, Lesley's brother, wrote all of the music. A great video interview with Michael, Dean Pitchford (lyrics), Lawrence Cohen (book) and others can be found at:http://broadwayworld.com/article/BWW-TV-Go-Inside-the-First-Preview-of-CARRIE-Off-Broadway-20120201
Feb. 1, 2012: Read Lesley's interview in The Modern Magazine (Feb. 2012) here: http://issuu.com/jbarlow1213/docs/themodernfeb2012_vol1no5?mode=window&backgroundColor#222222
Jan. 29,2012: Lesley is one of the many stars who talk about their experiences at the famed Persian Room (Plaza Hotel), NYC. Lesley appeared at the Persian Room in the late 60's. The book, which will be released on March 13th, is titled "The Persian Room Presents: An Oral History of New York's Most Magical Night Spot." More information can be found at: http://www.amazon.com/Persian-Room-Presents-History-Magical/dp/0533165113. The book can also be pre-ordered at this site for $18.91.
Dec. 15, 2011: Lesley recently hosted the Health People and Global Fund Gala in New York. A great photo and article at: http://www.hamptons.com/The-Arts/Main-Articles/16124/Singer-And-Oscar-Nominee-Lesley-Gore-Hosts-Health.html
Sept. 19, 2011: The Malt Shop Memories PBS CD which I purchased from Maryland Public Television for a contribution of $75 contains three songs by Lesley: "Sunshine Lollipops and Rainbows," "It's My Party" and "You Don't Own Me." The TV special does not show Lesley singing "Sunshine Lollipops and Rainbows."I have added a new section to the "US/Foreign Records" page titled "New Additions." You can find this section at the END of the gallery. This should make it easier to find all the new additions to this page.
Apr. 1, 2011: On March 29th, Lesley spoke to students in the Music Management Program at William Paterson University, Wayne, NJ. To access an article on the appearance, go to www.northjersey.com, type in "Lesley Gore" and it will appear in the Search results.
Jan. 25, 2011: Check out this You Tube video of singer Brandy doing a live rap to "It's My Party."http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FB6A8QojiDk&feature=youtube_gdata_player.
Jan. 19, 2011: There is a short video of Lesley singing "It's My Party" at the Palm Springs Follies on You Tube. The site is: www.youtube.com/user/psfollies. In the upper right hand corner, click on Lesley Gore to view the video.
Dec. 24, 2010: For the first time since 1964, the complete closed circuit video broadcast of the Beatles first American concert in Washington, DC, with special guests Lesley Gore and the Beach Boys will be screened theatrically by the American Cinematheque at the Egyptian Theater, 6712 Hollywood Blvd, CA on Friday, February 11, 2011 at 7:30 pm. Tickets can be obtained by calling (323) 692-3431. Lesley's concert was taped in an NBC studio and presented on this Beatles video event. Hopefully this concert will be released on DVD in the future! For an advertisement and a part of Lesley's concert, go to:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFWoY_tNFgI
Dec. 22, 2010: Check out the two You Tube Links below to see Lesley in concert last week (Dec. 17th)
in Melbourne, Florida. Doesn't she look and sound fantastic????????????Lesley Gore - It's My Partyhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NI1a2iyINvELesley Gore - You Don't Own Mehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GjK74ZI4fg
Nov. 6, 2010: The "long awaited" Amy Winehouse version of "It's My Party," recorded for the new Quincy Jones tribute CD, can be heard at: http://youtube.com/watch?v=5jYQrTYTfkA
Nov.3, 2010: Click on http://broadwayworld.com/printcolumn.php?id=180410 to see about 30 photos of Lesley taken on stage at the "Million Dollar Quartet" appearance.
Oct. 29, 2010: Lesley's appearance last night with the cast of the Broadway hit "Million Dollar Quartet" at the Nederlander Theater on Broadway can be seen in a You Tube video at: http://broadwayworld.com/videoplay.php?colid=180383. She sang "When Will I Be Loved" and "It's My Party."
Oct. 26, 2010: There will be a special benefit performance of "Venus Flytrap" (see below) on Saturday, Nov. 13th at 8 pm at the Workshop Theater, 312 W. 36th St., New York City. Lesley will host a special reception before the show at 7:00 pm. Complete information at: www.gaycenter.org/node/5781.
Oct. 7, 2010: Lesley was in the recording studio today with John McDaniel recording the song "Satin Doll." It will be used in the new play, "Venus Flytrap" by Tony Dodge. The play will run from Nov. 4-14th at the Workshop Theater in New York City. There are some nice photos of Lesley in the studio on Tony Dodge's Facebook page. They can also be found on Lesley's Facebook page.
Oct. 7, 2010: On Oct. 4th, Lesley appeared at the Symphony Space in New York City at the "Six Degrees of Marvin Hamlisch Benefit" for the Actors Fund. The show featured memorable songs of Marvin's performed by many of the original artists. Since "Sunshine Lollipops and Rainbows" was Marvin's very first hit as a songwriter, I would guess that Lesley sang it at the benefit. There is a beautiful photo of Lesley on stage at: www.timessquaregossip.com/2010/10/six-degrees-of-marvin-hamlisch-benefit.html. The photo also is on our "Lesley on Stage Photo Gallery."
Sept. 22, 2010: Read the newest interview with Lesley and Broadway World. She talks about the Million Dollar Quartet appearance, her autobiographical musical she's writing and her brother Michael's role in bringing "Carrie" to the stage. Click: www.broadwayworld.com/printcolumn.php?id=167524
Lesley Gore to Party with Broadway Cast of Million Dollar Quartet Sept. 24
By Adam Hetrick
16 Sep 2010
Lesley Gore
Singer-songwriter Lesley Gore, best known for her 1963 hit "It's My Party," will offer a special musical encore with the cast of Broadway's Million Dollar Quartet Sept. 24 at the Nederlander Theatre.
Gore is the latest music icon to join the Broadway cast for a post-show performance. In recent weeks Million Dollar Quartet has welcomed Jerry Lee Lewis and Melissa Etheridge for jam sessions with the Broadway cast.
In addition to "It's My Party," Gore's hits include "Judy's Turn To Cry," "She's A Fool," "That's the Way Boys Are," "Maybe I Know" and "You Don't Own Me." She is currently at work on a musical based on her life and career.
Million Dollar Quartet leads Eddie Clendening, Lance Guest, Tony Award winner Levi Kreis and Rob Lyons, who all appeared in the Chicago cast, re-create their work for Broadway audiences. Kreis portrays Lewis, Clendening plays Elvis Presley, Guest is Johnny Cash, and Lyons is Carl Perkins.
Sept. 3, 2010: I was listening to the two new additions to itunes today and accidentally came across something I haven't heard before. I remember a few years back reporting in the newsletters that Lesley was featured on a Shimmerplanet CD. I found the song today on itunes. It is not listed under "Lesley Gore." You must search "Shimmerplanet." The CD is "For the One Who Kills Tomorrow" which was released May 16, 2006. The song which features Lesley is Track 11 "Siren." You can preview it on itunes and/or download it for 99 cents.
June 28, 2010: On June 21st, Eminem released a new CD "Recovery" on the Aftermath label. On the last track (#17) "Untitled," he "samples" Lesley's "You Don't Own Me." I had no idea what that meant, so I consulted our resident expert (thank you, Jim Allio!), who explained that "sampling" is the process of pulling one particular element from a record- in this case Lesley's vocals on two lines of the song- tweaking them a bit, and inserting them into a different song. The song opens with a synthed up version of the "You Don't Own Me" beat, then Lesley's voice, sped up a bit, singing "You don't own me, don't try to change me in any way," before Eminem starts rapping. Lesley reappears in the song several times.
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Mar. 2, 2011: Lesley appeared on a California TV program "Straight Talk." She was interviewed at the Palm Springs Follies. Check out the interview at www.straighttalktv.com or click above link.
2009: Lesley was a 2009 Inductee into the Hit Parade Hall of Fame. Check out the Hall of Fame web site at: http://hitparadehalloffame.com