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Wednesday, May 25, 2005

Engelbert Humperdinck concert in Bangalore

From today's Times of India
"Engelbert Humperdinck, the crooner of such all-time hits as The Last Waltz and There Goes My Everything will perform in the City on June 9, after concerts in Delhi and Mumbai. He’s the man whose first single Release Me stayed at the No 1 spot for a record 56 consecutive weeks, curbing the rise of The Beatles’ Penny Lane. He’s the man whose bushy side locks were copied by Elvis Presley and turned into a style statement during the late 60s and 70s. He’s the man who is moved by India, body and soul — he was born in Chennai.

According to a press release, the concerts are to raise funds for The ACTS Trust. ACTS has been involved in environmental activism and education, and is now working for the rehabilitation of tsunami victims. Engelbert has generated sales in excess of 135 million records, including 64 gold albums and 24 Platinum, garnered four Grammy nominations, won a golden Globe for Entertainer of the Year (1988) and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He has performed before Queen Elizabeth, several presidents and many heads of state. Engelbert has recorded everything from the most romantic ballads to movie theme songs, disco, rock and even gospel.

The concert is on June 9 at the Chowdaiah Memorial Hall, 8pm. The tickets in Bangalore are priced at Rs.7500, Rs.5000 and Rs.3000. For telebooking, contact 22868800/ 22865800/ 51303030."

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