George Michael

John Foreman to Perform the Music of George Michael with 30-piece Orchestra

Melbourne maestro, Music Director John Foreman will pair some of the Australia’s greatest vocalists with a 30-piece orchestra to perform the music of George Michael in October for ‘George Michael: Listen To Your Heart’.

Tagged as: 80s, 90s, Andrew De Silva, Australia, Bobby Fox, Craig McMahon, George Michael, John Foreman, McMahon International, pop, Prinnie Stevens, R&B, Rob Mills, soul, theatre, ugh Sheridan, UK

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George Michael’s Ex Arrested After Smashing Mansion

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George Michael’s ex-lover Fadi Fawaz has been arrested after he allegedly smashed up the late singer’s £5 million mansion.

Tagged as: 80s, 90s, dance, disco, George Michael, pop, UK, Wham

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George Michael left nothing to former lovers in his will

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George Michael didn’t leave anything to his ex-partners Fadi Fawaz and Kenny Goss in his will, details of which have been released more than two years after his death.

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George Michael Auction Generates over $10 million

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The much-anticipated auction of the art collection of George Michael, British singer and songwriter, and icon of the imaginative spirit of the 1980s and 1990s, has realised £9,264,000 / $12,302,590 / €10,848,145. Proceeds from the sale will be used to continue George Michael’s philanthropic work.

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Andrew Ridgeley to open up about George Michael in book

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Andrew Ridgeley is to open up about his life alongside former [Wham!} bandmate George Michael in a new memoir.

Tagged as: 80s, Andrew Ridgeley, George Michael, pop, UK, Wham

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George Michael Tribute Concert Planned for 2019

by Paul Cashmere

George Michael Tribute Concert Planned for 2019

Tagged as: 80s, George Michael, pop, UK

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Lost George Michael Songs to Feature on Last Christmas Soundtrack

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Bridesmaids director Paul Feig’s new holiday movie will feature unreleased tracks recorded by George Michael.

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Elton John Tried To Help George Michael

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Sir Elton John tried to help pal George Michael with his drug issues but the late singer didn’t want to be saved.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, contemporary, Elton John, George Michael, pop, UK

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George Michael Documentary Director’s Cut To Screen At Film Festivals

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In 2014, with the 25th anniversary of his iconic album Listen Without Prejudice Vol.1 approaching, George Michael was feeling reflective about that turbulent time of his life.

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George Michael’s Ex Tries To Sell Off Possessions

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George Michael’s ex-boyfriend Fadi Fawaz is selling off the singer’s possessions as he attempts to make money while embroiled in a feud with the late star’s family.

Tagged as: 00s, 80s, 90s, contemporary, Fadi Fawaz, George Michael, pop, UK, Wham

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George Michael Family Posts Statement To Mark His First Anniversary

by Roger Wink, VVN Music

One year ago today on December 25 2016 the world lost George Michael.

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George Michael Family Stops Tribute Concert

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George Michael’s family have reportedly blocked plans for a tribute concert in the late singer’s memory.

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Nile Rodgers Expresses his Gratitude To George Michael

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Songwriter David Austin pulled Nile Rodgers out of a funk by pestering him to share his remastered version of George Michael’s Fantasy.

Tagged as: 80s, Chic, dance, disco, George Michael, Nile Rodgers, pop, UK

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George Michael Documentary Sends Catalogue Soaring

by Paul Cashmere

Following the screening of the George Michael documentary ‘George Michael: Freedom’ George’s catalogue has returned to the pointy end of the album charts.

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George Michael Listen Without Prejudice Reissue Heading For UK No 1

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George Michael is on track to get a posthumous number one album on Friday (October 27), 10 months after his sudden death.

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BBC To Broadcast Final George Michael Interview

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BBC Radio 2 will broadcast a two part world exclusive documentary featuring a lengthy interview between Kirsty Young and George Michael, which was his last ever interview.

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New George Michael Song Fantasy Debuts But Its Not That New

by Paul Cashmere

The new George Michael song happens to be nearly 30 years old. ‘Fantasy’ popped up around the world today (7 September) but it turns out it was recorded in the late 1980s.

Tagged as: 80s, 90s, dance, disco, George Michael, Nile Rodgers, pop, UK

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New George Michael Song Will Premiere Tonight

by Paul Cashmere

New George Michael music from the stars final sessions will premiere later today (7 September 2017).

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Six Months After Death Of George Michael Fadi Fawaz Says Life Is Hell

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George Michael’s boyfriend Fadi Fawaz is still going through hell six months after the singer’s tragic death.

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Nile Rodgers Is Working On New George Michael Tracks

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Nile Rodgers has been in the studio producing tracks featuring the late George Michael in the hope they will receive a posthumous release.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, Chic, dance, disco, George Michael, Nile Rodgers, pop, USA

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Geri Horner Has Recorded A Song For George Michael

by Roger Wink, VVN Music

Geri Horner is releasing her first solo single in 12 years as a tribute to her late friend George Michael.

Tagged as: 80s, George Michael, Geri Halliwell, Geri Horner, pop, UK

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George Michael Gravesite To Be Kept Private

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George Michael’s fans won’t be able to visit the late singer’s grave.

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George Michael Has Finally Had His Funeral

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Pop icon George Michael has been laid to rest at an intimate funeral in London, three months after his death.

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George Michael Painting Sells For $600000

by Paul Cashmere

Damien Hirst’s George Michael painting has sold for almost $600,000 (£477,000) at a charity auction in Texas.

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George Michael Painting To Be Auctioned For Charity

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Artist Damien Hirst’s new painting of late singer George Michael is to be auctioned off for charity on Friday (24Mar17).

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George Michael Death Was Not Natural Says Dr Drew

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Top U.S. addiction specialist Dr. Drew Pinsky has taken issue with George Michael’s official cause of death, insisting the pop star clearly did not die of natural causes.

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George Michael Autopsy Confirms Death By Natural Causes

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British pop star George Michael died of natural causes, a senior coroner has confirmed.

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Amanda Pelman To Present The Music Of George Michael With SSO At Sydney Opera House

by Paul Cashmere

Amanda Pelman has put together an all-star cast to present the music of George Michael with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra at the Sydney Opera House in July.

Tagged as: Australia, classics, George Michael, pop, Sydney Symphony Orchestra

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Wham Salute George Michael With Chris Martin At BRIT Awards

by Roger Wink, VVN Music

One of the most emotional points of Wednesday’s BRIT Awards was the tribute to the late George Michael who died unexpectedly on Christmas day.

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George Michael’s Family Asked Adele To Perform Grammy Tribute

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George Michael’s family were adamant that it should be Adele paying tribute to the late singer at the Grammy Awards.

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