Jimmy Page and Keith Richards didn’t cross paths much in the 1970s. After all, the guitarists stayed busy with their bands, Led Zeppelin and The Rolling Stones. Maybe you’ve heard of them (sarcasm font). Richards didn’t like Zep, but he respected Page and tried to get him drunk when he played on a Stones song in the 1980s.
(l-r) Keith Richards; Jimmy Page | Universal Images Group via Getty Images; Jeffrey Mayer/WireImage Keith Richards tried to get Jimmy Page drunk on champagne after he played on a Rolling Stones song
Page cut his teeth as a session musician before joining the Yardbirds and later forming Led Zeppelin. He knew a thing or two about staying busy. Zeppelin’s relentless touring and recording schedule left him little time for working with other bands in the 1970s.
That changed in the 1980s.
Page had a lot more time on...
(l-r) Keith Richards; Jimmy Page | Universal Images Group via Getty Images; Jeffrey Mayer/WireImage Keith Richards tried to get Jimmy Page drunk on champagne after he played on a Rolling Stones song
Page cut his teeth as a session musician before joining the Yardbirds and later forming Led Zeppelin. He knew a thing or two about staying busy. Zeppelin’s relentless touring and recording schedule left him little time for working with other bands in the 1970s.
That changed in the 1980s.
Page had a lot more time on...
- 6/5/2023
- by Jason Rossi
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
“The Help” is coming to Freevee on June 1. The top-notch cast includes Emma Stone, Viola Davis, Octavia Spencer, and Jessica Chastain. The plot focuses on two black maids who work in white homes in Jackson, Mississippi, in the 1960s. Stone plays a writer who wants to help the women chronicle the hardships they face, so their injustices are exposed nationwide. “The Help” chronicles real-life conditions in the Deep South, while celebrating female friendship and empowerment.
Watch the trailer for “The Help”:
Also streaming on June 1 is the hit dystopian thriller “The Hunger Games,” turned into a four-film franchise, starring Jennifer Lawrence. In the first, the nation of Panem pits one girl and one boy from 12 tribes to fight to the death each year in the games. There can be only one survivor. The story is written from the perspective of a 16-year-old girl, who takes her sister’s place...
Watch the trailer for “The Help”:
Also streaming on June 1 is the hit dystopian thriller “The Hunger Games,” turned into a four-film franchise, starring Jennifer Lawrence. In the first, the nation of Panem pits one girl and one boy from 12 tribes to fight to the death each year in the games. There can be only one survivor. The story is written from the perspective of a 16-year-old girl, who takes her sister’s place...
- 5/25/2023
- by Fern Siegel
- The Streamable
Keith Richards shot to fame as the hard-living guitarist for The Rolling Stones. That’s been his main gig for more than 60 years, the band for whom he wrote what might be his favorite song. Still, Richards’ first solo album proved to be a hit even though he had to be pressured into making it.
Keith Richards | Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images Keith Richards felt ‘like a turncoat’ making his first solo album
Richards was a rock star and a musical trendsetter with The Rolling Stones. He was also late to the party among members of his band — Richards was the last to go solo.
The guitarist focused his energy on the Stones for decades. For better or worse, Richards gave everything he had to the band. He never really considered going it alone until the late 1980s.
While working on the 1987 movie Chuck Berry: Hail! Hail! Rock ‘n’ Roll...
Keith Richards | Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images Keith Richards felt ‘like a turncoat’ making his first solo album
Richards was a rock star and a musical trendsetter with The Rolling Stones. He was also late to the party among members of his band — Richards was the last to go solo.
The guitarist focused his energy on the Stones for decades. For better or worse, Richards gave everything he had to the band. He never really considered going it alone until the late 1980s.
While working on the 1987 movie Chuck Berry: Hail! Hail! Rock ‘n’ Roll...
- 5/23/2023
- by Jason Rossi
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Exclusive: The independent horror publisher and production company DreadXP and its parent company Epic Pictures Group are prepping a live-action feature adaptation of the supernatural first-person horror video game The Mortuary Assistant, which the former company partnered on with independent developer DarkStone Digital.
The Mortuary Assistant brings players into the world of Mortician Rebecca Owens, who thinks her first night on the job will be embalming a surplus of corpses, though she soon learns a sinister presence resides at River Fields Mortuary. As the dead awaken and malevolent spirits bind themselves to her, Rebecca has to learn how to combat demons (including the figurative demons of her past), in order to survive the night. The supernatural horror game, developed by DarkStone’s Brian Clarke, is available for purchase for Windows PC on Steam.
Since its launch in early August, The Mortuary Assistant has taken off as an internet phenomenon — achieving...
The Mortuary Assistant brings players into the world of Mortician Rebecca Owens, who thinks her first night on the job will be embalming a surplus of corpses, though she soon learns a sinister presence resides at River Fields Mortuary. As the dead awaken and malevolent spirits bind themselves to her, Rebecca has to learn how to combat demons (including the figurative demons of her past), in order to survive the night. The supernatural horror game, developed by DarkStone’s Brian Clarke, is available for purchase for Windows PC on Steam.
Since its launch in early August, The Mortuary Assistant has taken off as an internet phenomenon — achieving...
- 9/1/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
New Delhi, Aug 29 (Ians) Google Assistant has replaced “Whats on my screen?” button with a Lens-branded shortcut that is now being called “Search this screen” by some Pixel users.
Compared to “What’s on my screen,” the existing Lens button does not appear every time Google Assistant is invoked.
A Reddit user who has Pixel 6 Pro said that some time after “what’s on my screen?” was killed unceremoniously and without explanation by Google, they added a “Lens” button on the Assistant pop up, but not everywhere, and depending on context.
It shows up in Chrome and Twitter (alongside “Read”), but availability is hit or miss in third-party apps.
Now, “Search this screen” button is appearing in Assistant on Android.
Tapping should capture the current screen and let you access the Translate, Text, Search, Homework, Shopping, Places, and Dining filters, reports 9to5Google.
“Search this screen” button opens Lens and...
Compared to “What’s on my screen,” the existing Lens button does not appear every time Google Assistant is invoked.
A Reddit user who has Pixel 6 Pro said that some time after “what’s on my screen?” was killed unceremoniously and without explanation by Google, they added a “Lens” button on the Assistant pop up, but not everywhere, and depending on context.
It shows up in Chrome and Twitter (alongside “Read”), but availability is hit or miss in third-party apps.
Now, “Search this screen” button is appearing in Assistant on Android.
Tapping should capture the current screen and let you access the Translate, Text, Search, Homework, Shopping, Places, and Dining filters, reports 9to5Google.
“Search this screen” button opens Lens and...
- 8/29/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
San Francisco, May 7 (Ians) Tech giant Google’s virtual assistant software application Assistant can now warn users when they need to change their password, and can even help them change it. According to Android Police, last year, Google had announced that it would be introducing a feature in Chrome for Android that would allow Assistant […]...
- 5/7/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Last week, the MPTF NextGen Board, a diverse group of entertainment industry professionals who represent the future of Hollywood, and support the Motion Picture & Television Fund’s (MPTF) mission of “taking care of our own,” hosted the 2021 NextGen Summer Party on Sunday, September 12 outdoors at the iconic Sunset Tower Hotel.
The poolside party benefited the Motion Picture & Television Fund, honored by AMPAS with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award and celebrating its 100th anniversary, that supports working and retired members of the entertainment community with a safety net of health and social services.
The event kicked off with a VIP cocktail hour from 6-7pm, followed by the main event from 7-11pm emceed by actor Max Greenfield, complete with a special performance by Sam Nelson Harris of X Ambassadors, remarks from actor Tony Goldwyn, additional music from Ray Rhodes, open bar and hosted hors d’oeuvres, the opportunity to interact...
The poolside party benefited the Motion Picture & Television Fund, honored by AMPAS with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award and celebrating its 100th anniversary, that supports working and retired members of the entertainment community with a safety net of health and social services.
The event kicked off with a VIP cocktail hour from 6-7pm, followed by the main event from 7-11pm emceed by actor Max Greenfield, complete with a special performance by Sam Nelson Harris of X Ambassadors, remarks from actor Tony Goldwyn, additional music from Ray Rhodes, open bar and hosted hors d’oeuvres, the opportunity to interact...
- 9/23/2021
- Look to the Stars
Reese’s Book Club, the eponymous book club run by Reese Witherspoon and her company Hello Sunshine, is expanding its audience through a new partnership with Google.
Beginning on Tuesday, users with a Google Assistant–enabled device, including the Nest smart speakers and displays, will be able to say, “Hey Google, read with Reese’s Book Club” to get exclusive commentary from Witherspoon herself about book selections and hear her personal reviews. Book lovers will also get to take a quiz for personalized recommendations through their Google devices and make purchases through the Google Play book store.
The partnership, which is available globally ...
Beginning on Tuesday, users with a Google Assistant–enabled device, including the Nest smart speakers and displays, will be able to say, “Hey Google, read with Reese’s Book Club” to get exclusive commentary from Witherspoon herself about book selections and hear her personal reviews. Book lovers will also get to take a quiz for personalized recommendations through their Google devices and make purchases through the Google Play book store.
The partnership, which is available globally ...
- 9/21/2021
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
The City of Atlanta and Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Film & Entertainment have launched the Set South Production Assistant Training Program, a partnership with United Way of Greater Atlanta, and The Georgia Film Academy (Gfa), with guidance from Bloomberg Associates, a pro-bono municipal consulting firm founded by Mike Bloomberg.
The free, full-time training program, set to benefit underserved Atlanta residents, is currently accepting applications for its inaugural class, which will start on October 4 at Junction 2800, a multipurpose community center, located in Southwest Atlanta.
“The City of Atlanta is dedicated to nurturing diverse, homegrown talent for a thriving film and television industry. Atlanta is host to some of the largest productions in the world and this program will give our residents more opportunities to participate,” said Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms in a statement.
Disney is an inaugural lead supporter of the Set South Pa Program. Additional national and local sponsors...
The free, full-time training program, set to benefit underserved Atlanta residents, is currently accepting applications for its inaugural class, which will start on October 4 at Junction 2800, a multipurpose community center, located in Southwest Atlanta.
“The City of Atlanta is dedicated to nurturing diverse, homegrown talent for a thriving film and television industry. Atlanta is host to some of the largest productions in the world and this program will give our residents more opportunities to participate,” said Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms in a statement.
Disney is an inaugural lead supporter of the Set South Pa Program. Additional national and local sponsors...
- 8/26/2021
- by Brian Steinberg
- Variety Film + TV
Today, the MPTF NextGen Board, a diverse group of entertainment industry professionals who represent the future of Hollywood, and support MPTF’s mission of “taking care of our own,” announced that it will host the 2021 NextGen Summer Party on Sunday, September 12 outdoors at the iconic Sunset Tower Hotel.
The poolside party will benefit the Motion Picture & Television Fund, an Oscar-winning organization celebrating its 100th anniversary, that supports working and retired members of the entertainment community with a safety net of health and social services.
The event will kick off with a VIP cocktail hour from 6-7pm, followed by the main event from 7-11pm emceed by actor Max Greenfield, complete with a special performance by Sam Nelson Harris of X Ambassadors, remarks from Paramount Pictures CEO Jim Gianopulos (who also serves as Chairman of MPTF’s Board of Directors), additional music from DJ Julia Sandstrom, open bar and hosted hors d’oeuvres,...
The poolside party will benefit the Motion Picture & Television Fund, an Oscar-winning organization celebrating its 100th anniversary, that supports working and retired members of the entertainment community with a safety net of health and social services.
The event will kick off with a VIP cocktail hour from 6-7pm, followed by the main event from 7-11pm emceed by actor Max Greenfield, complete with a special performance by Sam Nelson Harris of X Ambassadors, remarks from Paramount Pictures CEO Jim Gianopulos (who also serves as Chairman of MPTF’s Board of Directors), additional music from DJ Julia Sandstrom, open bar and hosted hors d’oeuvres,...
- 8/23/2021
- Look to the Stars
Bleecker Street and Stage 6 Films have jointly acquired worldwide rights to Summering, a new coming-of-age film from director James Ponsoldt (The Spectacular Now).
Bleecker Street will handle the film’s U.S. release, with Stage 6 overseeing its international distribution.
Lia Barnett, Lake Bell, Sarah Cooper, Ashley Madekwe, Madalen Mills, Megan Mullally, Eden Grace Redfield, and Sanai Victoria star in the film, scripted by Ponsoldt & Benjamin Percy.
It centers on Mari, Dina, Lola and Daisy, best friends on the brink of starting middle school, who realize their lives are about to change forever. So on the last weekend of summer, they set out to make the most of it. Nothing could prepare them, though, for the startling discovery they make while revisiting one of their favorite haunts. Instead of calling the police or telling their parents, they decide to take matters into their own hands by attempting to solve a mystery,...
Bleecker Street will handle the film’s U.S. release, with Stage 6 overseeing its international distribution.
Lia Barnett, Lake Bell, Sarah Cooper, Ashley Madekwe, Madalen Mills, Megan Mullally, Eden Grace Redfield, and Sanai Victoria star in the film, scripted by Ponsoldt & Benjamin Percy.
It centers on Mari, Dina, Lola and Daisy, best friends on the brink of starting middle school, who realize their lives are about to change forever. So on the last weekend of summer, they set out to make the most of it. Nothing could prepare them, though, for the startling discovery they make while revisiting one of their favorite haunts. Instead of calling the police or telling their parents, they decide to take matters into their own hands by attempting to solve a mystery,...
- 8/10/2021
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
IMDb.com, Inc. takes no responsibility for the content or accuracy of the above news articles, Tweets, or blog posts. This content is published for the entertainment of our users only. The news articles, Tweets, and blog posts do not represent IMDb's opinions nor can we guarantee that the reporting therein is completely factual. Please visit the source responsible for the item in question to report any concerns you may have regarding content or accuracy.