Roy Orbison News and Photos

The National talk Bob Dylan & Roy Orbison influences on new album

Thu, April 11 2013 12:42pm - Source: The Line Of Best Fit

With their new, and sixth, full-length coming out next month, The National had already spoken of the more relaxed contentment surrounding the LP.

Best Coast (and Snacks the Cat) Cover Roy Orbison’s “Crying”

Thu, March 28 2013 5:19pm - Source: Cover Me

It's not nearly often enough that pets are credited on songs, but that's just what Bethany Cosentino has done on the new Best Coast cover of Roy Orbison 's "Crying" – officially, that is, Best Coast featuring Snacks the Cat. It's no secret that the band loves cats, but it's a pleasant treat to hear a track rounded out with meowing.

Listen: Best Coast - “Crying” (Roy Orbison Cover)

Tue, March 12 2013 1:54am - Source: Under The Radar Magazine

In case you didn't know Best Coast 's Bethany Cosentino has a cat named Snacks, and he may well be the most famous feline in indie rock right now.

Bill Dees Dead: Roy Orbison's 'Oh, Pretty Woman' Co-Writer Dies at 73

Thu, November 01 2012 1:50pm - Source: Spinner

MOUNTAIN HOME, Ark. Bill Dees emerged from his days as an out-of-cash young songwriter to pen tunes recorded by Johnny Cash , Loretta Lynn and other country music greats, but the centerpiece of his career was his work with Roy Orbison , including co-writing the classic rock hit, " Oh, Pretty Woman."

Mike Ragogna: Conversations With Electric Light Orchestra's Jeff Lynne, The Monkees' Micky Dolenz and The Rippingtons' Russ Freeman

Fri, October 19 2012 6:08am - Source: The Huffington Post - Entertainment

Hey, it looks like you've got a couple of projects, your solo album Long Wave , and also The Very Best Of Electric Light Orchestra.

Old music: Roy Orbison – In Dreams

Fri, April 20 2012 10:37am - Source: The Guardian Music Blog

In Dreams was released by Roy Orbison in 1963, and is generally regarded now as his finest recording.

Quick quips: Paul McCartney, Metallica, Phil Spector, Don Cornelius, Roy Orbison, Leonard Cohen

Tue, February 07 2012 8:35am - Source: Music-News.com

Paul McCartney will be streaming a concert of songs from his album Kisses On the Bottom this Thursday via iTunes.

Top 10 Sun Records Songs

Mon, December 12 2011 6:06pm - Source: WNEW

Sam Phillips founded Sun Records in 1952.

Barbara Orbison Dead: Roy Orbison's Widow Dies on Anniversary of His Death

Wed, December 07 2011 5:15pm - Source: The Boot

Barbara Orbison , the widow and manager of the legendary Roy Orbison , died Dec. 6 in Los Angeles on what was the 23rd anniversary of her husband's death.

Quick quips: Queen, Metallica, Dave Brubeck, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, B.J. Thomas, Roy Orbison

Wed, December 07 2011 10:35am - Source: Music-News.com

Queen's Roger Taylor has told Billboard that the group is in negotiations to tour with Adam Lambert out front.

Austra LP deluxe edition out now -- Roy Orbison cover & Clown remix streams, more pics from FFF Fest

Mon, December 05 2011 6:59am - Source: Brooklyn Vegan

Austra just finished a tour that stopped by Fun Fun Fun Fest in Austin last month.

Listen: Austra - Crying

Wed, November 30 2011 4:06pm - Source: ClashMusic.com

Austra are streaming a cover of the classic Roy Orbison single 'Crying', taken from the expanded version of their debut album.

Austra: "Crying" (Roy Orbison Cover)

Tue, November 29 2011 7:46pm - Source: Prefix Magazine

It turns out that Austra's deluxe edition of this year's Let It Break features more than just remixes from acts like the clown-masked dude in Slipknot.

Mariachi El Bronx Tackle Roy Orbison

Fri, November 18 2011 11:14am - Source: ClashMusic.com

Mariachi El Bronx have marked the launch of their new UK tour with a Roy Orbison tour.

Chris Isaak covers Elvis, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison on new Sun Studio tribute album

Thu, November 17 2011 7:30pm - Source: NME

Chris Isaak is set to cover tracks made famous by artists such as Elvis , Johnny Cash and Roy Orbison on his new album 'Beyond The Sun'. Set for release on January 23, 2012, the album was recorded at the iconic Sun Studio in Memphis, and sees Isaak taking on a number of classic songs recorded there in the 1950s by the founding fathers of rock'n'roll.

Dw Dunphy OnCrying”

Sat, November 12 2011 1:18am - Source: Pop Dose

This generation does not have its Roy Orbison and is, therefore, deprived.

Chris Isaak on Roy Orbison, 'Three Hooker' Dive Bars and Packing a Straight Razor

Mon, November 07 2011 8:12pm - Source: Spinner

Chris Isaak , he of the perfect hair and one of the sexiest videos of all time , is in a reflective mood with the release of his latest album, 'Beyond the Sun.' The disc sees Isaak zero in on Memphis' legendary Sun Studio, reimagining 14 songs from the studio's most famous sons like Elvis Presley , Roy Orbison , Jerry Lee Lewis , Johnny Cash and Carl Perkins.

Mike Ragogna: Beyond The Sun and Corroncho: Chatting with Chris Isaak and Phil Manzanera

Fri, November 04 2011 4:09am - Source: The Huffington Post - Entertainment

MR : Yeah, it's nice to talk to you too.

Roy Orbison :: Life Fades Away

Wed, October 19 2011 3:11pm - Source: Aquarium Drunkard

As such I've been trolling through all things spooky for the accompanying all hallows eve radio show.

Watch: The Joy Formidable Get Trippy on Roy Orbison Cover

Thu, September 08 2011 4:59pm - Source: Cover Me

Forgotten Favorites: Roy Orbison’s “Dream Baby” (Black And White Version)

Sat, September 03 2011 3:08pm - Source: WNEW

It's actually kind of nice that way and yields some great moments I'd forgotten.

Number 1 With A Bullet: Roy Orbison’s “Oh, Pretty Woman”

Fri, August 19 2011 5:22pm - Source: WNEW

For a period of nearly 18 months starting in August 1964, "Oh, Pretty Woman" was the only song by an American artist reached the top of the British charts.

Number 1 With A Bullet: Roy Orbison’s “Running Scared”

Tue, June 07 2011 1:37pm - Source: WNEW

Though legend says that "Running Scared" was written in just five minutes, fact is the tune had been gestating in the minds of Roy Orbison and his songwriting partner, Joe Melson for some time.

Rock Flashback: Roy Orbison’s “Running Scared”

Sat, June 04 2011 5:19pm - Source: WNEW

Fifty years ago this weekend, Roy Orbison hit #1 in the States with "Running Scared."

Roy Orbison: The Monument Singles Collection (Reviews)

Mon, May 16 2011 9:05am - Source: MOG

The Monument Collection is as perfect a reminder as any that if you're a miserabilist yet haven't let Roy Orbison into your life, then you should feel more sorry for yourself than usual.

Roy Orbison: The Monument Singles Collection (1960-1964)

Wed, May 04 2011 5:18am - Source: Hyperbolium

Roy Orbison's five year blaze of musical glory on Monument Records is distilled here to the singles that rocketed up the chart over and over again.

Watch: Ren Harvieu Nails Roy Orbison’s “Crying” with Help from Glasvegas

Mon, May 02 2011 1:38pm - Source: Cover Me

Roy Orbison's Widow Remembers His Love of Life and Music on His 75th Birthday

Fri, April 22 2011 8:28pm - Source: Spinner

His life was marked by tragedy, and his biggest hits were exquisitely broken-hearted.

Roy Orbison's 75th Birthday Celebrated With 'Oh, Pretty Woman' -- Video Premiere

Thu, April 21 2011 3:45pm - Source: Spinner

A voice like velvet, dark sunglasses and an otherworldly range made Roy Orbison unique among a sea of performers.

Klausner Music Newsletter 2010, Year-End Musings by Bobby K

Wed, January 19 2011 11:57am - Source: Twangville

I took great care in arranging this playlist, which I think you'll enjoy as a CD in and of itself.

Roy Orbison News

The National talk Bob Dylan & Roy Orbison influences on new album

Best Coast (and Snacks the Cat) Cover Roy Orbison’s “Crying”

Listen: Best Coast - “Crying” (Roy Orbison Cover)

Bill Dees Dead: Roy Orbison's 'Oh, Pretty Woman' Co-Writer Dies at 73

Mike Ragogna: Conversations With Electric Light Orchestra's Jeff Lynne, The Monkees' Micky Dolenz and The Rippingtons' Russ Freeman

Old music: Roy Orbison – In Dreams

Quick quips: Paul McCartney, Metallica, Phil Spector, Don Cornelius, Roy Orbison, Leonard Cohen

Top 10 Sun Records Songs

Barbara Orbison Dead: Roy Orbison's Widow Dies on Anniversary of His Death

Quick quips: Queen, Metallica, Dave Brubeck, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, B.J. Thomas, Roy Orbison

Austra LP deluxe edition out now -- Roy Orbison cover & Clown remix streams, more pics from FFF Fest

Listen: Austra - Crying

Austra: "Crying" (Roy Orbison Cover)

Mariachi El Bronx Tackle Roy Orbison

Chris Isaak covers Elvis, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison on new Sun Studio tribute album

Dw Dunphy OnCrying”

Chris Isaak on Roy Orbison, 'Three Hooker' Dive Bars and Packing a Straight Razor

Mike Ragogna: Beyond The Sun and Corroncho: Chatting with Chris Isaak and Phil Manzanera

Roy Orbison :: Life Fades Away

Watch: The Joy Formidable Get Trippy on Roy Orbison Cover

Forgotten Favorites: Roy Orbison’s “Dream Baby” (Black And White Version)

Number 1 With A Bullet: Roy Orbison’s “Oh, Pretty Woman”

Number 1 With A Bullet: Roy Orbison’s “Running Scared”

Rock Flashback: Roy Orbison’s “Running Scared”

Roy Orbison: The Monument Singles Collection (Reviews)

Roy Orbison: The Monument Singles Collection (1960-1964)

Watch: Ren Harvieu Nails Roy Orbison’s “Crying” with Help from Glasvegas

Roy Orbison's Widow Remembers His Love of Life and Music on His 75th Birthday

Roy Orbison's 75th Birthday Celebrated With 'Oh, Pretty Woman' -- Video Premiere

Klausner Music Newsletter 2010, Year-End Musings by Bobby K

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