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Louis van Gaal and Ed Woodward must spend the next two weeks scouring the transfer market... otherwise it could be another humiliating season for Man United
- Manchester United could endure another disastrous season
- It is clear they need to bring in better players before the window is up
- Marcos Rojo could move to Old Trafford
- But Ed Woodward and Louis van Gaal must keep looking if these moves fail
- Van Gaal looked on as United lost 2-1 to Swansea on Saturday
If Manchester United are not to endure another humiliating season, the common view seems to be that Louis van Gaal and his chief executive Ed Woodward will spend the next two weeks charging around the transfer market like maniacs.
'They need at least three world-class players,' was Alan Shearer's estimate on Match of the Day after Van Gaal's opening-day defeat by Swansea. 'The good thing that has come out of this for United is that they know they need to sign a lot of players in a lot of positions,' was the more sweeping view of BT Sport pundit Steve McManaman.
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Down to work: Van Gaal must scour the transfer market over the next two weeks
This setback is unlikely to have taught Van Gaal anything he did not already know, however, and afterwards he did not come across as a man whose grand plan had been shot to pieces. There was no sense that he would tear up his 3-4-1-2 formation or panic-buy on the back of Gylfi Sigurdsson's winning goal.
Asked if he needs new players, Van Gaal said: 'That is not a question because I know that also before this game. When we are playing (on tour) in the United States I saw the same. I know in what positions we need better players.'
The Dutchman is still coming to terms with English but behind the awkward lingo lies a cast-iron belief that he knows where he is going and what he needs to get there.
Elsewhere: Roma defender Mehdi Benatia has also been touted for a move, but United are looking elsewhere
After spending £56million on Ander Herrera and Luke Shaw, it is possible that United could make only two more signings before the window shuts on September 1.
Wayne Rooney has now scored 174 Premier League goals for United — more than Eric Cantona, David Beckham and Roy Keane combined.
The priority is a left-footed centre back and Van Gaal is closing in on Sporting Lisbon's Marcos Rojo despite reports of interest in Roma's Mehdi Benatia.
He would like to add another defender and a midfielder. Otherwise, he is happy with what he has because, in Van Gaal's eyes, his system will work if the players stick to the plan — and eight of them were missing on Saturday.
'Use your brain and then you can play like a team, and in that we failed,' he said. The 63-year-old has always been prepared to give youth a chance, and the appearance of Tyler Blackett and Jesse Lingard in his starting XI recalled United's opening-day defeat by Aston Villa in 1995 that prompted Alan Hansen's famous 'You can't win anything with kids' comment.
Recruit: Left-footed centre back Macros Rojo is reportedly very close to a move to Old Trafford
'I felt like that in the dressing room today in terms of people looking at the squad and maybe not seeing household names,' said veteran midfielder Darren Fletcher.
'But these players are good enough and the manager believes in them. I'm sure they will prove people wrong.'
United went on to win the Double in 1995-96 but, on this evidence, supporters will need some convincing they can do it again. This was, after all, the first time United had lost at home on the opening day in 42 years.
New captain Wayne Rooney, who cancelled out Ki Sung-yueng's first-half strike, reassured supporters that he will do all he can to avoid it happening again.
Manchester United had never lost at home on the opening day of the season in the Premier League until Saturday.
The last time they started a season at home and lost was in 1972-73 when they lost 2-1 against Ipswich Town.
Frank O'Farrell was United's manager, but the Irishman lasted only 18 months in the role after a dismal start to the season and was replaced by Tommy Docherty.
The Red Devils went on to finish 18th that season, above only Coventry City, Norwich City and relegated Crystal Palace and West Bromwich Albion.
Even worse for United fans, Liverpool won the league that season with Arsenal second.
Shocked: United players look dejected after Swansea scored their second goal on Saturday
'It's always a bigger story when United struggle and we saw that last season,' said Rooney. 'If this club are successful it's great. If it's not then there are a lot of people waiting for you to fall so they can get at you. You're going to get ex-players going over the top and having their say. We have to make sure last season was a one-off.
'This is a really bad result but we will learn, especially with the manager we've got. He's strong and wants 100 per cent every game.'
Van Gaal will be concerned at how ineffective the 3-4-1-2 formation proved to be before he changed tactics twice in the second half.
Sigurdsson, whose goal gave Swansea their first league win at Old Trafford, admitted that it posed few problems.
'United are playing a different system with the three centre backs and the full backs pushed up but our defence dealt with it nicely,' he said. 'But they have quite a few injuries and it will take time to get used to the new manager. They don't need to panic after one game.'
One bright spark: Rooney scores United's only goal of the game to equalise in the second half against Swansea
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A nine-year veteran of the Florida Highway Patrol and a tow-truck driver were killed in a crash Saturday
Duty Death: Chelsea Renee Richard - [Ocala, Florida]
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By Kevin P. Connolly and Desiree Stennett
Orlando Sentinel
OCALA, Fla. — A nine-year veteran of the Florida Highway Patrol and a tow-truck driver were killed in a crash Saturday on Interstate 75 near Ocala.
Trooper Chelsea Renee Richard, 30, stopped near mile marker 341 on southbound I-75 at 1:40 p.m. after two cars crashed in the area. Both cars were pulled off the highway onto the shoulder.
About 20 minutes later, as Richard was talking with the tow-truck driver, John Duggan, 57, of Levy County, another multi-vehicle crash happened in the same area.
After a seven-vehicle pileup, the driver of a southbound pickup traveled onto the east shoulder where the trooper stood with Duggan and a third man, George Robert Phillip, 52, of Ocala.
The pickup struck Richard, Duggan and Phillip. Both Richard, an Ocala resident who had a 4-year-old son, and Duggan were killed at the scene. Phillip remained in critical conditon at Ocala Regional Hospital late Saturday.
The traffic-homicide investigation caused delays in the area for several hours.
Troopers are still working to figure out what caused the second crash and why the driver of the pickup veered off the road and onto the shoulder.
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Apple says Samsung set a patent timebomb when the 3G standard was created to demand "excessive" royalties
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Samsung is suing to stop the sales and marketing of Apple's gizmos, including the iPhone 5, in the Netherlands, but Apple argues it has sneaked in some of its own IP in the 3G standard, so it can patent it later and sue...
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172. ngo2dd (Posts: 896; Member since: 08 Jul 2011)
I did that say? No I did not you tool. Apple whole thing is that they came up with the design. But LG had it before. So no they should not have protection.
194. AppleFanboy (Posts: 142; Member since: 07 Jun 2011)
201. so.. (unregistered)
so in one months time Samsung redesigned their whole phone to look like just like the iPhone? Get real man lol.
145. ibap (Posts: 758; Member since: 09 Sep 2009)
Apple is just jealous that they didn't think of it.
148. hmmmn (unregistered)
@applefanboy, it wasnt the icons that made apple win it was actually the shape of the device based on apples vague patenting. Well samsung strikes back. terrible implications for apple if samsung wins this. Not only will samsung be able to ban sales of iphones and ipads, but apple will hav to pay roayalties not just on current devices but on every iphone and ipad ever sold by apple. things are getting out of hand. time to call a truce. i own an ipad 2 ny brother owns a gtab 10.1. like the metal feel of the ipad but dont like the bulk. will prob get a gtab7.7 and giv the ipad to my little sis (she likes it alot). its all a matter of opinion and freedom of choice, lets keep it alive
155. corporateJP (Posts: 2431; Member since: 28 Nov 2009)
"freedom of choice"
Right there, truth be told.
Shut it down.
159. toaster (Posts: 114; Member since: 13 Sep 2011)
After reading these comments, I want to start a notion that requires potential (and current) PA users to take an IQ test before being able to comment.
164. GALAXY-S (Posts: 701; Member since: 07 Jun 2011)
I really enjoy the android OS it really fits my needs thats why i dont get an iphone.. i worked for apple as tech support so i know how IOS works, bt def not for me
.. Even though apple may seem like a cry baby at times with these patent sues i do support them, i mean after all apple is an american company so i think it would make sense i support them!
plus samsungs touchwiz does look alot like IOS specially know with the little notification next to the Icon... come on samsung you can to better than that! (i hope)
168. taco50 (banned) (Posts: 5506; Member since: 08 Oct 2009)
Wow a fair and balanced comment from you. I'm impressed. I can accept that you prefer android.
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I really like Samsung but I don't think they have a chance to ban iPhone 5.
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hohoho this is so funny,now apple taste their own games
i hope they regret that they start the patent troll
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Apple, did you really think you could just sue others willy-nilly and not have any push-back ? Only have yourselves to blame for opening up this pandora's box. You reap what you sow.
196. Stoli89 (Posts: 333; Member since: 28 Jun 2010)
Recall, Apple settled with Nokia for a billion dollar sum for similar violations. SAMSUNG is also a major contributor to mobile IP (pre-iPhone) and as such, many of its innovations are part of a cellular standard. I find it hard to believe Apple can just usurp the IP without any penalty or payments whatsoever. My guess, Apple will suffer near term with an injunction is certain markets...it's stock will take a temporary hit...and it will settle with SAMSUNG. After Google's inquisition of MOTO, Apple remains the most exposed with its weak IP portfolio in this market.


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Falsely accused of witchcraft, 15-year-old Alys is staked out on a hillside and left as sacrificial bait for a hungry dragon. It's cold. And dark. And raining. And Alys is thoroughly alone. Even when she breaks free of her bindings, there's nowhere for her to go. If she tries to return to her village, the people of St. Toby's will simply stake her out again.
Alys hears wolves howling in the distance. Then she sees the shadow of the dragon coursing across the moon. The question is...does the dragon see Alys?
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"Wicked wit and charm . . . as well as a gutsy heroine and a sexy dragon."--Booklist
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Chapter 1
The day Alys was accused of being a witch started out like any other.
She woke to the gray light of dawn and to the sound of her father coughing. Did he sound any better than he had the morning before? Yes, she told herself-just a little bit, but definitely better. And though she'd thought that every morning since late winter when he'd been so sick she'd been afraid he'd die, and though here it was with the wheat already harvested and the leaves beginning to turn, and he still too frail to run the tin shop by himself-that did nothing to lessen her conviction. He definitely sounded better.
Of course, it wasn't normal for a girl to help in her father's business. A man without sons was expected to take in apprentices, not teach his trade to a fifteen-year-old daughter. But her father had had no need for an apprentice before he got sick, and now there was nothing extra with which to afford one. Without the goat cheese that Vleeter and his wife had given them and the bread that the widow Margaret had periodically left at their doorstep, they might well have starved during those long, long days when he'd been too sick to work at all. So now he was teaching her how to draw out tin into wire, how to pour it to fashion buttons, how to cut and join. She was slow, just learning, and he was slow, having to rest frequently. Between the two of them they could craft just barely enough tin to keep themselves alive.
Until the day Alys was accused of being a witch.
It started in the late afternoon, when a man she didn't know came into the shop.
Saint-Toby's-by-the-Mountain was small enough that everybody knew everybody, so it wasn't often that she saw a stranger. She put down the shears with which she'd been cutting a sheet of tin and said, because her father had gone into the house to lie down, "Yes? May I help you?" It wasn't fair to judge someone by the way he looked, she knew, but there was something decidedly unpleasant about this man, about the way he didn't seem to fit together properly. The toothy smile didn't go with the cold eyes; the head, shaved in the manner of a man of the Church, didn't go with the long, elegant, beringed fingers; the clothes were much too fine for Saint Toby's-even for someone simply passing through Saint Toby's.
"You are Alys, the tinsmith's daughter?" the man asked, though his gaze was roving all over the shop and he must see who she was even if-she could tell-he disapproved.
Beyond him, she saw a flitter of movement by the door and recognized their neighbor, the wheelwright Gower. Now what was he doing? His shop had been closed all day, which was unusual, Gower being an ambitious man. He was so ambitious he had even made offers to buy their land so he could expand his own shop. His wife, Una, and their daughter, Etta, had refused to talk to Alys ever since her father had refused to sell. Leave it to Gower to show up at the first sign of trouble. "I'm Alys," she said.
"I am Inquisitor Atherton of Griswold," the stranger said, naming the town on the other side of the mountain. Alys's attention leaped back from Gower, but before she could say anything, he continued, "You have been accused of witchcraft, and it is my duty to prove that." The already insincere smile broadened. "Or disprove it, if the evidence so warrants."
"Witchcraft?" Alys had no idea what to say. "Who...I mean what...I mean..."
"You will come with me," the Inquisitor told her.
Alys knew she wasn't a witch and reasoned that she would therefore be proven innocent. Still, fear began to overcome confusion as Inquisitor Atherton took firm hold of her arm. Her voice shook. "But my father's aslee-"
The Inquisitor's fingers dug into her arm as he repeated, "You will come with me."
That was when she knew, deep in her heart-though she wouldn't admit it-that he would never find her innocent, no matter what. "Father!" she cried.
The Inquisitor pulled her out into the street. People were gathering to see what the stranger was up to. But out of all those faces, Inquisitor Atherton picked Gower. "Go fetch the father."
"Gower," Alys said, finally realizing.
And lest she have any lingering doubts, the Inquisitor was pulling her next door, to the storeroom behind the wheelwright's shop. "This will be our court," the Inquisitor said. "Gather those who would testify."
The room filled quickly. "What'd she do?" she heard several of the children ask. But the parents only told them "Hush," and looked at Alys with fear, while the whispered word "witch" played over the crowd so that she could never tell who had spoken it. She had known these people all her fifteen years. Surely they couldn't be afraid of her? But standing there among wheel rims and spokes of various sizes, with Inquisitor Atherton's grip bruising her arm, she couldn't be sure.
Her father came rushing in. Alys's heart sank, for she was alarmed by how pale he was. But Atherton wouldn't let her go and he wouldn't let her father approach.
"Stand there," the Inquisitor commanded her father. "Let it begin."
Let what begin? Alys wanted to ask, but she only had time to draw breath.
"I saw her"-Una's loud voice cut through the murmuring of the crowd and everyone turned to face her-"in the street in front of Goodwife Margaret's cottage. I saw her look around to see if anybody was watching, but she didn't see me because I was bending over in my garden. She made a sign, and then she spat on the ground, and the next day Margaret's goat went dry and it's been dry ever since."
"I never-," Alys started.
"Be silent!" the Inquisitor warned.
"I will not," Alys protested. "What she's just said simply isn't true." She took a step toward Una, and Una threw her arms up in an exaggerated gesture as though to protect herself.
"Don't let her make the Sign against me!" Una cried, hiding her face.
"That's the most ridiculous-"
Before Alys could finish, Atherton grabbed her by the arm and dragged her away from Una. "We need a rope to bind her," he said. "And keep the father back."
"Don't hurt him!" Alys cried, seeing Gower shove her father, who'd been struggling to get to her. Atherton twisted her arms behind her back, and she felt rope being wrapped around her wrists.
Once she was tied, Atherton spun her around to face him. "Another attempt to harm the witnesses will be dealt with severely."
"But I didn't, and my father's sick, and-"
He put his finger close to her face. "Speak out of turn again, and that will be dealt with severely."
Alys jerked away from his finger but didn't dare answer. She looked at her father and tried to tell him with her expression not to worry, but she was too worried herself to be convincing.
It was Margaret who stepped forward, though she was almost half Atherton's height and probably twice his age. "Well, if she can't talk, I will," Margaret said. "What Una said is total nonsense."
"Has your goat gone dry?" the Inquisitor asked.
"Yes, but-"
"And it was a good milker before?"
"Yes, but-"
"I seen her," Gower said before Margaret could protest again. Everyone turned to look at him. "I seen her this past Midsummer's Eve. I just come back from fixing Barlow's cart wheel. They had me to supper and I stayed late." He turned to Farmer Barlow. "You remember?"
Barlow was watching the Inquisitor and looking nervous about being involved. "I remember you coming."
"The moon had risen," Gower continued, "and I seen her plain as day in the meadow beyond Barlow's pasture. What's she doing there? I said to myself. She had her arms out like this and she was just turning round and round, like she was dancing real slow. I stood a moment, just wondering what she was doing. And then..."
"Then?" the Inquisitor said.
"She took her clothes off."
Horrified, Alys protested, "I never-"
The Inquisitor raised his hand as though to slap her. "Gag her," he commanded.
"No, wait," Alys gasped. "Please. I promise to be quiet."
Atherton changed his upraised hand to a gesture of warning. He turned back to Gower. "Then what?"
"She danced faster and faster, in a frenzy. A lewd, devilish dance. And then I could hear the sound of pipes playing high and sweet almost beyond hearing. Fairy music, I reckoned. Not something a man who believes in the good word of God should listen to. Nor see, neither."
Atherton turned to Farmer Barlow. "And you, have you heard or seen something a man who believes in the good word of God shouldn't?"
Barlow's gaze shifted nervously from Atherton to Gower to Alys, back to Atherton, as though searching for the safest answer. "I ain't seen nothing," he said, licking his lips. "But then, that meadow's to the back of the house."
"I've seen something," Etta said, "something half the people in Saint Toby's saw and heard."
"And what's that, my daughter?" the Inquisitor said, sweet and gentle.
"She went to the carpenter's shop, to have a stool made. After it was done, she and apprentice Radley had a big argument about the price. We all heard her. 'That's too much,' she said. 'I could make a better one than that,' she said, 'in fact from now on I will.' Several of us were gathered around the door to see. She pushed past me on the way out, but then I saw her turn back. And the moment she did, the moment she did, Radley's chisel slipped and he gouged his hand something terrible so that he was hardly able to work for almost half the rest of the month."
"Is Radley, the carpenter's apprentice, here?" Atherton asked. "Step forward and tell us: Is this how it happened?"
Radley shuffled his feet and wouldn't look up, neither at Atherton nor at Alys. Tilden, the master carpenter, stood silent, next to him. "It's true," Radley mumbled.
"Who witnessed this argument and the aftermath?" Atherton demanded.
Hands raised, some reluctantly, some eagerly.
"What else?" Atherton asked.
And so it went.
Alys watched as one by one the friends who tried to defend her were bullied or frightened into backing down.
If only fat, jovial Father Joseph were still here, Alys thought. 'And did she dance naked even though it rained?' he would have asked. 'And isn't Goodwife Margaret's goat almost as old as Goodwife Margaret herself? And how often has apprentice Radley struck his thumb with a hammer and asked his master for the rest of the day off, and was young Alys there every time?' He might have dramatically clapped his hand to his brow and said, 'Last Sunday I forgot the words to my sermon. Maybe I've been bewitched, too.' Everyone would have seen how foolish the accusations were. Everyone would have noticed that Gower Prescottson and his wife, Una, and his daughter, Etta, were the only ones claiming to have actually seen her dance or spit or make the evil eye. Everyone would have laughed with Father Joseph.
But Father Joseph was dead, killed by the coughing sickness which had ravaged Saint Toby's this past winter, the same sickness that had left her father frail and bent over at the least exertion, so that now he could do nothing but put his thin hands over his face and rock back and forth where he stood.
Instead of Father Joseph, there was only Inquisitor Atherton. And Alys could see that he never laughed. Instead, he smiled. He smiled while Gower and his family told lies about her. He smiled while the confused villagers made vague comments about her. He smiled as they went from saying that she couldn't have done those awful things to saying that they didn't know anything about whether she'd done those awful things to saying that she may well have done those awful things.
It was only when the villagers were totally confused that he finally told her she could speak.
"I'm innocent," she started, "I-"
"Only the Blessed Virgin is innocent," Inquisitor Atherton bellowed. "Born into this world without blemish on her soul. How dare you compare yourself to the Mother of Our Lord?"
She heard her father groan. "But," she stammered, "but..."
"Do we burn her at the stake now?" Etta asked, unable to mask her enthusiasm. "Or do we throw her into the water first?" Water was sure proof. If the accused floated, that meant she was a witch and she was taken out and burned. If she sank and drowned, that meant she hadn't been guilty after all, and the village elder would apologize to any surviving members of the family.
Gower gave his daughter a dirty look. The last thing he needed at this point was a chance for Alys's name to be cleared.
But in any case Inquisitor Atherton was shaking his head. "We can solve two problems at once. A dragon has been terrorizing Griswold and the other villages on the north side of the mountain. It is a small dragon, as dragons go, contenting itself so far mostly with sheep and the occasional dog. Perhaps a small token of our respect will keep it from bothering the villagers themselves."
"Dragon?" Alys breathed. Her knees almost gave out under her. I will not, she commanded herself, I will not give them the satisfaction.
"Only a small one," Inquisitor Atherton repeated. With a smile.
In the end it was Alys's father whose knees buckled. Without uttering a sound, he clutched at his heart, then dropped to the floor and lay completely still. Nobody moved: perhaps because they were so surprised, but then again perhaps because he was father to a convicted witch.
Alys tore away from the two farm lads who had assigned themselves to guard her. Her hands were still bound behind her back, but escape was not what she had on her mind. "Father," she crid, throwing herself to the floor beside him. "Father!" But his chest no longer moved up and down with breath.
I will not beg for my life, she told herself, and I will not let them see me cry.
"Look at her," she heard some of them murmur. "Her heart is made of ice."
And others: "It's made of stone."
And again: "She's given it to Satan."
Someone jerked up on the rope that bound her wrists, dragging her up onto her feet. She forced her face to hide the pain. Instead she concentrated on the crucifix that hung on Inquisitor Atherton's chest, all gold and gems though she had never heard that Griswold was a rich town. She thought once again of Father Joseph, who had worn a cross his own father, a casket maker, had carved from wood.
"Get a cart to transport her," Inquisitor Atherton commanded. "We'll bury the old man when we get back."
And once more he smiled at her.
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"Alys herself is a worthy heroine, with a capricious gift for irony. A thoughtful mainstream fantasy."Publishers Weekly
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Vivian Vande Velde has written many books for teen and middle grade readers, including Heir Apparent, User Unfriendly, All Hallow's Eve: 13 Stories, Three Good Deeds, Now You See It ..., and the Edgar Award–winning Never Trust a Dead Man. She lives in Rochester, New York. Visit her website at www.vivianvandevelde.com.
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I originally borrowed this book from the library a couple of years ago, and really liked it. In fact, I read ALL of Vivian Vande Velde's stories after Dragon's Bait. Anyway, just a couple of monthes ago, I decided to re-read Dragon's Bait just because I missed the book. Anyway, when I was finished reading it again, I my love for the book was renewed because of its originality, it characters, and the moral message of it. It is a wonderful story that definitely deserves more praise.
Dragon's Bait has been one of my favorite stories. Every once in a while I take it out to reread it again and every time I enjoy it. Most people doubt that it's possible to write a good book in less than 300 pages. And usually I would agree, but this book is an exception. Dragon's Bait is a well-written, fast paced and unusual book, with an extraordinary plot, brilliant characters, and superlative creativity. The characters, rather than being strictly good and bad, are shades of gray. It avoids most, if not all, of the fantasy clich¿s I can think of and throws some subjects for thought in as well. If that isn't good enough for you, it has a strong-minded and realistic heroine who, as far as I know, isn't blonde. The dragon is a very cool character, and you have to guess throughout the entire book just who's side he's on. So, to end the review, I will say that I'd recommend this book to anyone who likes fantasy books, dragons, or just a good read.
...it's over too quick. A really fast, fun, romantic read.
Anyone who likes a strong, believable female protagonist will love this story. Alys has determination, wit and the gall to take on a brooding, hansome creature. A story with a lesson I could not put down.
I love how the book is a quick read, yet is filled with excitement. Although I over hyped myself with this book, I still think it is a well-written book. The characters are well-developed, and a good laugh. The plot in itself is in a span of four days, but when you read, it doesn't feel that way, since the plot is stretched out to seem like it was all in a day or two. Despite that, the characters are fun to read about, and in the end, you wish there was another book, to see how it went for the two main characters.
I think think this book is a great book based on the medieval times. A young girl named Alys was falsly accused of wichcraft and is tied to a stake at the top of a hill for a midnight snack for a dragon.Unsuspectedly the dragon named Selendrile transformed into a handsome teenage boy.With Selendriles help Alys trys to get revenge to the townspeople who tied her up,but Selendrile take the show away from Alys.
Best book ever pluss there is a hot chick in it to :-)
I own 4 copies of this book and have read it many times. Excellent story about a girl wrongly accused of witchcraft who teams up with a dragon.
Absolutely love this book. I love rereading this book on my spare time.
This has always been one of my favorite books. I do wish that there was more characterization, particularly for the dragon. Even by the end you don't really know his motivations or his relationship with the protagonist although that could have been intentional since he is supposed to feel alien. Other than that it is a great read. I love revenge tales, particularly ones featuring female characters
Has anyone else noticed how short the overview is?
This book was and still is my favorite book sense high school! Awesome read for kids and adults. A mustvread along with her other great works!
Personally I love this book. It does have a few 'flaws',for lack of a better word, though. The ending kinda screams sequel although Velde has said she won't write one; and only Alys is really fleshed out as Selendrile doesn't show to much of his personality, and we only really see the bad nature of the other characters like Gower. It's a short story and despite any criticsims it's without a doubt one of my favorite books.
I do wish this story was longer or had a second book, but none the less this book was amazing and totally worth buying. I just finished reading it and loved it so much that I am going to re-read it!!! You will love the characters, the story and can easily finish this in a day.


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FORGET THOSE POWERFULLY TIUGIIED speed skaters, the downhillers with the racer's edge, even those blade-dueling foes Nancy and Tonya. The really big deal at the Olympic Winter Games at Lillehammer is a sprightly septuagenarian who wears a bright-blue CBS ski parka and knitted cap and goes by the name of Dave's Mom.
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Which doesn't mean that Dorothy—whose coverage is costing the network "$40,000 a day," kidded Dave—isn't taking her Lillehammer stint seriously. "The lady is just a trouper," says Simpson. "We tell her, 'Do that over,' or 'Stand over here,' 'Look in the other direction'—and she doesn't flinch. Also, she beat us up the hill on the way to the opening ceremony." She also scored an early coup with a rinkside interview with First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton, which she played like a kaffeeklatsch. "Is there any thing you or your husband can do about the speed limit in Connecticut?" Dorothy asked on behalf of her son, who lives (and speeds) there. Said Hillary with a knowing smile: "Does he have a heavy foot? So docs my husband."
Between assignments, Dave's Mom is sampling such traditional Norwegian dishes as reindeer steak, which, she told Dave, lasted like filet mignon. She is also polishing her tourist Norwegian and was hoping early on to visit the figure-skating venue in Hamar. "That's the event I want to see," she says. "They're so graceful, so beautiful. Of course it's the one sport that hinges on judges, and you hope they'll be fair to the young people who work so hard."
Her newfound fame is a little heady, admits Dave's Mom: "I never expected to sign so many autographs and pose for pictures like this." But even so, there's little chance she'll be trading in her apron for a microphone anytime soon. "They say Indianapolis is trying to become the amateur sports capital of the world," says America's latest sweetheart, a tad wistfully. "But as far as winter goes, all we really have is an ice rink. And, well, some sledding in the park."
BRIAN CAZENEUVE in Lillehammer
Good as Gold
updated 02/28/1994 AT 01:00 AM EST
•originally published 02/28/1994 AT 01:00 AM EST


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As part of the settlement, Halliburton said it would not be required to have a monitor, but the company would have to retain an independent consultant to assess its compliance with anti-bribery laws.
Albert "Jack" Stanley, a former KBR chief executive officer, pleaded guilty in September to charges stemming from a scheme to pay $180 million in bribes to Nigerian government officials for work on the Bonny Island LNG plant.
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NEWS, September 28th.
Visit to Barry on Friday September 30th. in London
Through GSI Facebook fans were able to sign in yesterday for a visit to Barry on Friday. Keep following all updates on the GSI facebook website about this and all upcoming promo activities!!! More details about the performance next Friday of Barry on The One Show in London:
Fan Arrival: 6:45pm-7:15pm
Barry On stage: 7:25pm-7:30pm
The Piazza in front of New Broadcasting House
Portland Place, London W1A 1AA, United Kingdom.
Mark Collins talks with Barry
Radio interview, September 28th. About his brothers and working with his sons. His new album and the tour of next year (start around April) to first Australia and New Zealand followed by Europe and America (or just the other way around as that isn't confirmed yet). Barry talks about being happy at 70.
Later With Jools Holland
Barry visited Jools yesterday which you can see here
Marion: GSI 09/28/16
NEWS, September 15th.
Some confirmed promo dates for Barry
Barry Gibb will perform at Later with Jool Holland on September 27. UK. Barry will perform on the first Strictly Come Dancing show! 2nd. Of October at BBCOne, UK.
Some articles which might be interesting
For much more info, videos, photos and updates: GSI Facebook group!
Marion: GSI 09/15/16
NEWS, September 12th.
Barry Gibb In The Now updates!
We will have song lyrics this week. It's not possible however to share all songs yet but we will soon post the first ones of the album.
Also "Star Crossed Lovers" will be released this Friday Sept 16 worldwide.
Fans who pre-order the album on Amazon and iTunes will be able to get the track instantly! For more updates, news etc. follow us on Facebook !!
Titanic Concerts
Unfortunately there haven't been sold enough tickets and the Kiel concert of September 23. has to be cancelled. Plans of selling the project to outside Europe are on the way, more about that later. Tickets can be returned to the respective booking office where you purchased I understand. I have been in touch already with the group of fans who would go with me backstage before the earlier planned Siegen show and who did ask to use their Siegen tickets for Kiel.
Marion: GSI 09/12/16
NEWS, August 21st.
Barry's live stream from Hit Factory, Miami
Watch again through: http://www.barrygibb.com
Barry in the Hit Factory, Miami
"In The Now", single
"In The Now", his first single from the album with the same name reached the
Number One
at Itunes and Amazon already today as well! Congratulations! Now the album is finished and will be released October 7th. it's first time to do promotion in both US and UK. Coming up is (like GSI already announced a long time ago) another performance at the Jimmy Fallon show as well as the Today Show in the USA as well as some promotion in the UK like in the show of Jools Holland and Jonathan Ross. We will keep following all activities of Barry together with you on this GSI website and please also check GSI Facebook daily for many more updates, photos and videos etc.
Barry in the Hit Factory, Miami
Marion: GSI 08/21/16
NEWS, August 10th.
Some answers of fan questions and updates
Barry's new album will become available on vinyl although we do not have the date yet.
The new album will be available for pre order on August 19!!
Some first lyrics of In The Now: If tears were diamonds.....I`d be a rich man now....colour myself in silver rainbow - eyes of a child and the river grow old.....
Barry: A very personal album to me!
Soundclip of new album song on facebook:
Barry about his new album
"There is one song: "End Of The Rainbow" which I dedicate to Robin. I sang a verse of the song to Robin when he was in a coma, about two weeks before he passed and I don't know if he heard it or not. But I sang it anyway, I'm yet to sing it live and the lyrics reflect what I hope are my correct feelings. There's one [song] called "Starcrossed Lovers" that I dedicate to my wife. I've tried just to touch on all of the best influences in my entire life. It's really getting into the songwriting as deep as I can get. I'm very proud of this album. It's an album that's like a journey, it's my opinion of life today, the culture, the songs reflect all those things. It's not a disco album at all. It's an album of thoughts that range 60 years and different influences over the years. It's very autobiographical, not consciously, but sub consciously. There are a lot of lyrics that are quite abstract but if you think about it deeply enough, like a painting, there are a lot of thoughts that are real behind abstract words. I hope that it makes sense."
'Angels' from the Shepherds and Butchers movie will not be released as a single and I am not sure if there will be a sound track album as this is the only song in the movie so the rest would be instrumental music. When we have more details maybe about a download version we'll let you know.
Barry's new activities will be done on the Columbia label (Sony Music) and their international team is working with each country on local releases. More about that closer to the release dates. GSI will keep you updated about everything so stay tuned.
to sign up to Barry's YouTube channel so you don't miss the live stream on August 20th. Link to channel:
The 360 technology will be super cool and give fans a unique way to watch Barry!!
The event will take place from approx. 6-9pm Miami time. The live stream component will run from 7:00-8:30pm Miami time (ET)
Marion: GSI 08/10/16
NEWS, August 1st.
Barry's promotion plans
In answer to many of your questions, GSI likes to mention that apart from the competition for USA residents to attend a Miami rehearsal there are no promotional activities planned until late September/October although Barry will be doing interviews with a long lead time between now and then.
We will wait for things to come and we will keep you updated!
Also visit our facebook page for updates and more!
Registration to visit Barry at Hit Factory
If you have any issues with the entry form use Internet Explorer - Google " Chrome" Browser. It will open up with no issues... Good Luck!
Bee Gees Way Dinner, at Redcliffe Festival
A brand new event to the Redcliffe Festival program, Bee Gees Way Dinner offers guests a unique experience right in the heart of Redcliffe. On Saturday, 3rd September, the world famous Bee Gees Way will be transformed into an exciting restaurant and dining experience. Local restaurants, Reef Point Cafe, Pines Bar and Restaurant, and The Italian Emporium will each serve a course in a 3 course feast set in a 70's theme. The evening will feature entertainment and basic drinks package. Don't miss out on this unique experience that is bound to tantalise the senses.
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Marion: GSI 08/01/16
NEWS, July 7th.
Barry and Linda at Wimbledon
Today, July 7th. 2016 at the Centre Court at Wimbledon The Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton is one of the special guests. Guess who are sitting behind her in the Royal Box... Barry and Linda Gibb. They watch on from The Royal Box as Serena Williams of The United States plays Elena Vesnina of Russia in the Ladies Singles Semi Final match on day ten of the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London, England.
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NEWS, July 1st.
Silver Clef Award presented by Barry
The Silver Clef Awards is an annual UK music awards lunch which has been running since 1976. Sponsored by O2 and held at the Grosvenor House Hotel on Park Lane. Barry Gibb received the Outstanding Achievement Award in 2013 and this year presents an award to Lionel Richie.
Barry Gibb received the award in 2013.
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Marion: GSI 07/01/16
NEWS, June 29th.
Tim Roxborogh Report
Barry Gibb Announces First Solo Album Since The 80s + What Lulu Is Currently Saying About Her Days With The Bee Gees
Marion: GSI 06/29/16
NEWS, June 28th.
New Album
The new Album by Barry Gibb will be released in November!! Called: In The Now (Columbia Records) Barry: "This is a dream come true for me. It's a new chapter in my life. I always hoped one day that The Bee Gees would be with Columbia or indeed Sony so, it's a great joy for me to start again this way with such great people."
Marion: GSI 06/28/16
NEWS, June 25th.
ATTENTION to all fans.
Watch BBC2 (UK television) tomorrow from 9 p.m. (UK time) Incase Barry is appearing as special surprise with Coldplay, you never know! If it's true we do not want you to miss it.
(Also on BBC2 Radio).
Marion: GSI 06/25/16
NEWS, June 6th.
5th Annual Haute Tea
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This will take place September 8th. at the St. Regis Bal Harbour The event will feature a delicious lunch, champagne, silent and live auction and prizes to the finest hats! This year's event will be honoring, Jillian Posner, who has chaired the event over the last 4 years. This fun and unique afternoon is designed to bring women together while increasing awareness about diabetes and the cure-focused work of the Diabetes Research Institute.
Event Chairs:
Lauren Geduld and Stacy Gibb
We are planning to keep you updated about the event with a report, photos and hopefully some interesting interviews.
Stacy Gibb: 'Time to start picking out your hats. My favorite event of the year is coming up Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are now available'
Dennis Bryon awarded
Dennis Bryon (former drummer of The Bee Gees band) was just awarded the bronze medal at the 20th annual 2016 Independent Book Publisher Book Awards contest! 2. Performing Arts.
BRONZE: You Should Be Dancing: My Life with the Bee Gees, by Dennis Bryon
(ECW Press)
Dennis Bryon
Barry's Album
GSI keeps receiving questions about the solo album and release date but we already told you earlier this year there's a delay and Barry has his reasons and will hopefully soon come with spectacular news. When the time is there he is planning to do some TV promotion on different TV shows before the release of his solo album.
We will keep you updated.
Marion: GSI 06/06/16
NEWS, March 25th.
Updates / answers to questions from fans
I don't know where 'The Sun' are getting there information from (Barry and Chris Martin singing together) but that performanc at Glastonbury is not confirmed.
No plans to reissue the whole Bee Gees catalogue in the works presently, but that's not to say it won't happen.
No plans for Bee Gees film or book by Barry in the works presently.
Still waiting for details of Barry's solo album promo.
More updates when available.
Views on You Tube
Stayin Alive has reached more than 200 million views on You Tube since September 2014. Most played Bee Gees songs on You Tube since September 2014 Closer than Close a surprise.
Stayin Alive 201 million
How Deep 92 million
You Should be Dancing 83 million
Too Much Heaven 69 million
Night Fever 42 million
Alone 38 million
More Than a Woman 35 million
Jive Talkin 34 million
Tragedy 33 million
Starded a Joke 32 million
Nights on Broadway 23 million
You Win Again 22 million
If I cant have you 21 million
Massachusetts 19 million
Islands In the Stream Live 17 million
Closer than Close 13 million
Marion: GSI 03/25/16
(thanks also Juan Cristóbal Guzmán Lagos)
NEWS, March 6th.
Destination Fashion 2016
Barry and family attended Destination Fashion 2016 to benefit The Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis, the fundraising arm of The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis at Bal Harbour Shops on March 5, 2016 in Miami, Florida.
Swanee and Paul DiMare join the legendary Barry Gibb and his wife Linda
Ali, Stacy and Therese Gibb
Marion: GSI 03/06/16
NEWS, February 11th.
Message from John Merchant to GSI
John Merchant with Barry and Ashley
John is musical engineer and being involved in the Gibb music for a long time already. He knows all about Barry's musical activities and today when I was overloaded with questions from sometimes desperate fans about Barry's album, tour and plans etc. I decided to mention this to him and received a very kind message back to share with you all. I hope this will make the waiting a bit easier.
Hi Marion,
please do not worry. Barry's album is in excellent hands, and it will come out when it's ready (and not sooner.) If you would, please let the fans know that they will not be disappointed, I promise! When Barry is ready to let the world know about any live performances, he will announce it on a grand scale. Yes, the song for the film is beautiful and that should be out quite soon. Hopefully that will tide you over for a few months Patience, please - all good things to those who wait.
--GSI will wait and hope with all of you for a wonderful new Barry Gibb album including some nice TV promotion activities later this year followed hopefully by a number of concerts next year. We keep our fingers crossed.--
Marion: GSI 02/11/16 (thanks John Merchant)
NEWS, February 7th.
Fantasy at the Fontainebleu: the 42nd Anniversary of "Love and Hope"
Linda, Barry, Ali. © Robert Widermann
February 6th. was the day of the 42nd. "Love And Hope" Ball. Barry and Linda Gibb celebrated this event together with most of their family and hundreds of guests.
GSI will soon post a special report with photos.
DRIF: Thank you all for making last night such a success and helping raise funds toward a cure! Here's an article from WSVN-TV about last night.
Marion: GSI 02/07/16
NEWS, January 31st.
The premiere of Titanic in Germany will be in less than 2 weeks in Siegen and of course GSI will report about that event. This week during the Massachusetts Tour of The Italian Bee Gees ( a tribute musical about our Bee Gees), the Titanic organization announced more confirmed dates and places for concerts in Germany of the Titanic Live Concert World Tour. Also the new trailer of the Titanic event was shown to the Massachusetts Tour audience in Germany!!
The new dates / cities are:
April 9 in Aachen
April 29 in Wuppertal
May 14 in Bielefeld
More info when available on website and facebook page
Marion: GSI 01/31/16
NEWS, January 5th.
Robert Stigwood, statement of his death
In a statement, Robert Stigwood's office said last night: "The world lost a pioneer in the entertainment industry today". (January 4th.) Robert Stigwood passed away this morning. "He died of a heart attack at home this morning with his loved ones at his side." Stars have already begun sharing tributes online following the news, and Andrew Lloyd Webber shared snaps of him throughout his huge career. He wrote: "Farewell beloved Robert, the great showman who taught me so much. With love, ALW."
Marion: GSI 01/05/16
NEWS, January 4th.
Robert Stigwood
GSI has a sad announcement to make
Robert Stigwood has passed away.
May he rest in peace.
Condolences from GSI to The Stigwood
and Gibb Families
Robert was born on 16 April 1934 and an Australian music entrepreneur and impresario, best known for managing Cream and the Bee Gees. From Australia, he relocated to England in 1954. In the 1960s and 1970s he was one of the most successful figures in the entertainment world, through his management of music groups like Cream and The Bee Gees, theatrical productions like Hair and Jesus Christ Superstar and film productions including the hugely successful Saturday Night Fever.
Facebook comment by Robin John Gibb
I am saddened to hear of Robert Stigwood's passing. He was the man who gave the Bee Gees the break they needed for success and international stardom. It was his efforts and the efforts of his colleague Brian Epstein, that allowed the Bee Gees and the Beatles to reach audiences the world over and to touch millions of hearts with their talent.
Rest In Peace Robert...
Facebook comment by Spencer Gibb
I would like to share the sad news with you all, that my godfather, and the longtime manager of my family, Robert Stigwood, has passed away. A creative genius with a very quick and dry wit, Robert was the driving force behind The Bee Gees career, as well as having discovered Cream, and subsequently managing Eric Clapton. He was also of course, the creator of the movies Saturday Night Fever and Grease, and many Broadway musicals with Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber. RSO Records pretty much defined the late 70's. Of course, his biography is very extensive and can easily be found online..... I would like to thank Robert for his kindness to me over the years as well as his mentorship to my family. "Stiggy", you will be missed.
Marion: GSI 01/04/16
News 2015
NEWS, September 22nd.
Win a trip to see Barry
ATTENTION: For US fans only win a trip to see him in NYC on October 14. 2016 Pre-order Barry's album 'In The Now' on his new online store to be automatically entered to win a trip to see him in New York City on October 14! Details and entry to the sweepstakes here:
Marion: GSI 09/22/16
NEWS, September 20th.
Barry on the phone in Britain
Listen to Barry on the phone from his UK home this morning!!! Talking to Chris Evans a.o. about the tour next year, probably starting in Australia. The interview starts at about 1:50 min , followed by Barry`s new single "In the Now"
Marion: GSI 09/20/16
NEWS, September 17th.
Interview with Barry Gibb
By Classic Pop Magazine,
Read the article
(Pdf file)
Q Magazine
See also the Q Magazine, Come back of the year edition with Barry Gibb.
Marion: GSI 09/17/16
NEWS, September 1st.
Record Of The Week
What a nice birthday surprise for Barry Gibb!! The single: "In the Now" is the BBC Radio 2 "Record of the Week" for the week commencing Wednesday 31st August, 2016. This is great news for Barry and bodes well for airplay on this very popular music radio channel in the UK.
(thanks Richard Atkinson)
Marion: GSI 09/01/16
NEWS, August 19th.
Update from Columbia Records
Winners for the Hit Factory event of tomorrow have been selected. About 18 fans are showing up. The single in the now is available as part of the pre-order or stand alone on streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music. The hit factory event will be filmed for on demand and released afterwards.
Barry's Newsletter
Pre-order of "In The Now"
"In The Now"
The tracks
1. In The Now
2. Grand Illusion
3. Star Crossed Lovers
4. Blowin' A Fuse
5. Home Truth Song
6. Meaning Of The Word
7. Cross To Bear
8. Shadows
9. Amy In Colour
10. The Long Goodbye
11. Diamonds
12. End Of The Rainbow The Deluxe version includes three additional tracks.
13. Grey Ghost
14. Daddy's Little Girl
15. Soldier s Son
Some links to check
And visit us on facebook:
GSI, Brothers Gibb and Bee Gees info:
Marion: GSI 08/19/16
NEWS, August 18th.
"In The Now", first single
Like mentioned on our GSI facebook page: the first airing was this morning on BBC 2 Radio. You can hear Barry's first single: "In The Now" here:
start at 38 minutes or
Don't forget to subscribe for the live stream Saturday, August 20th.
The event will take place from approx. 6-9 pm Miami time. The live stream component will run from 7:00-8:30 pm Miami time (ET) Search yourselves for the starting time in your own area! Look at the timetable what will be your time to watch.
On Friday there will be a rehearsal of the event, planned to be filmed by an Australian TV crew!! Barry Gibb will perform never-before-heard material from his forthcoming album "In The Now" as well as classic Bee Gees songs. This is a YouTube 360º live stream. Move your mouse or mobile device to see different angles.
Message from Barry's official facebook page: Barry Gibb: Send Barry your questions using
on Twitter and make sure to tag
for a chance to get it answered live by Barry during the event Barry Gibb: You can also send them on Facebook! (address above).
The release of the album "In The Now" will be for Europe, October 7th. (rest of world: November). Be sure to visit GSI facebook daily to keep fully updated about everything!!.
Marion: GSI 08/18/16
NEWS, August 4th.
To visit Barry in the studio
NO FORM...Subscribe to the Barry Gibb Youtube Channel!! "The Rehearsal With Barry Gibb" will be live-streamed in 360 degrees exclusively via his YouTube channel on August 20th.
For one day only, legendary Grammy award winning singer/songwriter/producer Barry Gibb and his band will open the doors to the legendary Hit Factory Criteria studio in Miami, FL providing fans across the world with a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience the legend up close and celebrate the pre-order of his new album 'In The Now.' Barry Gibb will perform never-before-heard material from his forthcoming album 'In The Now' as well as classic Bee Gees songs.
Additionally, there will be an intimate Q&A with fans onsite.
Fans globally will have the chance to enter local sweepstakes for a chance to reserve one of the very few spots available to the public to this exclusive event. To satisfy his global demand, Barry Gibb will live-stream the rehearsal on YouTube using 360º virtual reality technology giving fans at home an unprecedented 360 degree view of the event.
Enter the contest here:
Link to watch online on August 20:
Follow Barry on Social Media:
More info here:
and of course on our own GSI website and facebook page.
Marion: GSI 08/04/16
NEWS, July 29th.
Win a Visit to Barry Gibb in the
"Hit Factory" studio!!
For one day only, Barry Gibb and his band will open the doors to the legendary Hit Factory Criteria studio in Miami, FL providing you with a once in a lifetime ...opportunity to experience him up-close and celebrate the pre-order of his new album 'In The Now.' Enter for a chance to win travel and accommodations to access this exclusive event: barrygibb.com/inthenow
For US fans only.
Entry dates are: July 26th , 2016 through August 18th, 2016. Read all rules and conditions!! More info soon on the website but be sure to follow us also in Facebook for latest updates etc.
Report Tim Roxborough
Barry Gibb's 1st Solo Album Since The 80s - 6 Of His Best Ever Solo Songs
Marion: GSI 07/29/16
NEWS, July 2nd.
Barry's future plans
In several interviews he mentioned already another new album and touring!!!
Barry did several interviews after his performance with Coldplay mentioning his plans and future.. Whether he would fill the Legend slot at next year's festival, he replied: "Next year it's Diana Ross. I don't know where I'm going to fit."
Barry will certainly be on the bill somewhere.
After his incredible cameo with Coldplay last week, the singer has been asked by Glasto bosses Michael and Emily Eavis to come back next year for a solo set. Speaking at the O2 Nordoff-Robbins Silver Clef Awards, Barry revealed: "The people there were very kind to me and suggested a show perhaps next year. I would love to return to Glastonbury". "But if it's not next year, it will be the year after, as I'll be on the road anyway."
Barry has just signed a new deal with Sony RCA and later this year will release his first solo album in more than 30 years, called "In The Now".
The last surviving Bee Gee will continue to fly the flag for disco but there is new material in the works too. Barry added: "The last number of shows (Mythology Tours) I've been doing, have been paying tribute to my family and my brothers but that will change next time. It will be more about me as an individual seizing life."
More to watch and to read:
Some more album details
New album Barry, release date November, probably already October!
"In The Now"
Songs written By Barry and his sons, Ashley and Steve.
Produced by Barry and John Merchant.
12 tracks on the album and 3 known titles so far being: : 1. 'A Home Truth Song' 2. 'End of the Rainbow' (dedicate to Robin Gibb) 3. 'Starcrossed Lovers' (dedicate to Linda Gibb), written in 2004.
News from Japan - Asia
Universal Music Japan released the remastered version of the soundtrack to the Sg. Pepper film on June 29th. This surprising choice is actually a part of the project to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Beatles' one and only visit to Japan. The new 2-CD package includes the poster (smaller) that was in the original 1978 release as well as the reproduced "obi" strip from it.
More details at:
Also, a Taiwanese film inspired by the Bee Gees song and titled "First of May" was released in Tokyo, etc. in May.
First of May is actually one of the best-known and best-loved Bee Gees songs in Japan due mostly to the success of the 1971 film "Melody" here which used the song very effectively. There was also a Japanese TV series called First of May in 1996 which also featured the Bee Gees version of the song. Starring Kinki Kids, who were like the biggest heartthrobs in Japan back then, the TV series about growing up in the '90 Tokyo, got good ratings. Consequently, Universal Music compiled a special collection of Bee Gees hits and called it First of May. It sold very well over here.
Source: Bee Gees Days.
Marion: GSI 07/02/16
NEWS, June 30th.
"Bunbury" 30th Anniversary Ball
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This will be held onTuesday the 12th. of July at the Grosvenor Hotel, London Bill Wyman to headline Bunbury 30th anniversary Ball along with many other special guests from the World of cricket.
More to be announced soon!
David English
Memorial party for Robert Stigwood.
An unusual 'memorial party' is to be held next week in one of Stigwoods' favourite places, The Dorchester hotel in Mayfair, where he often stayed in a luxurious suite.
Robert Stigwood died earlier this year at the age of 81.
Marion: GSI 06/30/16
NEWS, June 27th.
There he is: Barry at Glastonbury
Barry and Chris, © Glastonbury Festival (official)
It was difficult to keep it a secret so I felt I had to send you all by facebook and website a little notice to be sure to watch Glastonbury's performance of Coldplay on June 26th.
So I did!!
I knew this was something all dear BG fans didn't want to miss.
There was love and respect for our Barry last night. What an honour to The Brothers Gibb and their music. It simply felt so good to see you again on stage. Finally in the middle of the great Coldplay performance there was an announcement to honour the Bee Gees music and...... Chris Martin suggested to call a real Bee Gee on stage and there he was: our Barry. He and Chris and his band performed an acoustic To Love Somebody followed by Staying Alive with the complete band. (with help of Doug Emery and John Merchant) There was so much respect in the audience of over 150.000 people for this man and the Brothers Gibb music. The whole Coldplay show was a great, colourful experience and the audience had received special LED wristbands that lighted up in all kinds of colours.
Comment by Tim Roxborough about the performance of Barry and Chris:
That riff. That opening line ("Well you can tell by the way I use my walk..."). That falsetto. Those hooks. That chorus. That breakaway from the main melody ("life goin' nowhere, somebody help me").
Our Barry on stage in Glastonbury
More comments and articles
(visit our Facebook grup for much more!!).
Photo report
(16 images)
New Website Barry Gibb
The start of his new website is a fact.
Please visit:
and sign in!!
2016 Sony Music Entertainment.
Marion: GSI 06/27/16
NEWS, April 19th.
From Titanic management to GSI:
There is going to be a re-scheduling of shows after special new screens will have arrived this summer. Good news!! Early May we will hear more updates about the new Titanic plans and GSI will keep you updated about this special tour.
The first show planned, probably will be the one in Kiel (Germany).
(see for dates/venues etc. at the GSI frontpage: concert list)
Marion: GSI 04/19/16
NEWS, March 12th.
Saturday Night Fever
Has been certified 7 times platinum in the UK for selling over 2.100.000 copies since 1978.The set has sold 43 million worldwide.
(thanks: Juan Cristóbal Guzmán Lagos).
Vince Melouney in Bee Gees tribute show
Vince Melouney first night on stage with The Italian Bee Gees,
March 13th. 2016 (a still from a videorecording)
There were plans already for quite some time that Vince would take the stage again to perform BG music. While he's living in Britain again he got more and more in touch with the Italian Bee Gees and even visited them at home in Italy last month (see information in the IBG part of the GSI website) to talk over some plans. March 9th. he came over to Germany to join the tour of The Italian Bee Gees and did some rehearsing with them, Blue Weaver and Dennis Bryon the day afterwards. March 11th. we all could see him on stage in the Massachusetts show, the tribute to The Bee Gees, in Erfurt Germany. Vince will continue to tour with the Massachusetts show until the end of the tour: April 25th. Vince also has plans of releasing a new album soon, with Bee Gees music in new arrangements etc. More news about him and his plans on GSI website when available.
Walter, Vince, Blue, Dennis, Pasquale and Davide. © A+D Wange.
Marion: GSI 03/12/16
NEWS, February 22nd.
Titanic Live Concerts
We are happy to announce that the past week several more dates for the Titanic Live Concerts in Germany have been confirmed. Very good news!! The coming time GSI will keep you updated about this special tour. (see for dates/venues etc. the
GSI frontpage
: concert list) scroll down!
'Shepherds and Butchers' won an award at The Berlin Film festival
The film, produced by Singh and directed by Oliver Schmitz, was awarded the third place Panorama Audience Award for Fiction Films - a first for a South African Film. The film also features the song "Angels", a collaboration between Barry Gibb, co-founder of the Bee Gees, and Vusi Mahlasela.
The film will likely not be on general release until later this year, so we doubt the full version of Barry's song will be available until then. (Thanks Dick Ashby).
Marion: GSI 02/22/16
NEWS, February 10th.
Barry at Glastonbury?! Album release March??
Newspapers mention: legend Barry will be on the Glastonbury line-up this year. However after checking today GSI received the following message:
Barry has not been booked to perform at Glastonbury this year. Album to be released later than March now, exact date unknown yet.
(probably release June).
Marion: GSI 02/10/16
NEWS, February 9th.
Barry Gibb has composed the song "Angels" for Oliver Schmitz's "Shepherds and Butchers,"
"Shepherds and Butchers," which stars Steve Coogan ("Philomena"), Andrea Riseborough ("Birdman") and Garion Dowds, is set at a time when Apartheid is crumbling in South Africa. The film will have its world premiere at the Berlin Film Festival on Feb. 13. The song: 'Angels' was written by Barry, Stephen and Ashley Gibb and performed by Vusi Mahlasela and Barry Gibb. Read more and see interview with Barry at:
Marion: GSI 02/09/16 (Thanks Juan Guzmán)
NEWS, February 8th.
Titanic Concert Bielefeld, Germany
Ticket information for
Bielefeld Stadthalle
, May 14th.
Bee Gees fans angebot
Spezielle schuler und studenten show bielefeld
Fan karten bielefeld
Other confirmed dates:
Aachen, April 9th., Wuppertal, April 29th.
Possible other concert cities are:
More dates follow!!
Marion: GSI 02/08/16
NEWS, February 5th.
Bee Gees on Belgium TV, (Canvas) Friday, February 12th. in a program called: "Soundbreaking" time11.05 pm.
Sinds begin januari zendt Canvas op vrijdagavond laat de serie "Soundbreaking" uit, over de geschiedenis van de popmuziek. In aflevering 6, op vrijdag 12 februari uit te zenden, komen de Bee Gees aan bod in de aflevering met de titel "The rhythm track". time 23u05. Elke aflevering wordt een kleine week later herhaald op een veel vroeger tijdstip: om 19.00 u. Meer info:
Marion: GSI 02/05/16 (Thanks: Henrie Ensink)
NEWS, January 9th.
Robert Stigwood, we will always remember him.
I have passed our sincere condolences via Dick Ashby to The Gibb Family and the Stigwood Family..... Dick Ashby: Thanks a lot Marion.
Linda posted Barry's statement on facebook.
It's here posted on GSI website with the permission of Linda and Barry Gibb.
Barry Gibb Statement, Re: Robert Stigwood
Robert Stigwood was an enigma. A victorian figure cast into the sixties to work with Brian Epstein and The Beatles. He hitch hiked from Adelaide to London with a powerful vision to rule the entertainment world. He was almost aristocratic in nature , the mixture of talent and insight from the moment you met him was omnipresent. He signed us as his group at a moment in time when groups were not being signed. The odds against us having successes very high but Robert took an act of faith and against the advice of others, became our manager. He also became a member of our family and all the success we had was because of Robert Stigwood.
On behalf of Linda and our family we wish you God speed. Every time the first of May comes around i will think of you and i will miss your phone call. We shared so many wonderful moments. I will never forget you my dear friend.
Spencer Gibb's comments on Facebook
January 4th.
I would like to share the sad news with you all, that my godfather, and the longtime manager of my family, Robert Stigwood, has passed away. A creative genius with a very quick and dry wit, Robert was the driving force behind The Bee Gees career, as well as having discovered Cream, and subsequently managing Eric Clapton. He was also of course, the creator of the movies Saturday Night Fever and Grease, and many Broadway musicals with Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber. RSO Records pretty much defined the late 70's. Of course, his biography is very extensive and can easily be found online.....I would like to thank Robert for his kindness to me over the years as well as his mentorship to my family. "Stiggy", you will be missed.
Robin John Gibb's comments on Facebook
January 4th.
I am saddened to hear of Robert Stigwood's passing. He was the man who gave the Bee Gees the break they needed for success and international stardom. It was his efforts and the efforts of his colleague Brian Epstein, that allowed the Bee Gees and the Beatles to reach audiences the world over and to touch millions of hearts with their talent.
Rest In Peace Robert...
Barry on Twitter
-I will never forget you my dear friend. Barry
-Every time the first of May comes around I will think of you and I will miss your phone call. We shared so many wonderful moments.
-On behalf of Linda and our family we wish you god speed.
-He also became a member of our family and all the success we had was because of Robert Stigwood.
-The odds against us having success was very high but Robert took an act of faith and against the advice of others, became our manager.
-He signed us as his group at a moment in time when groups were no longer being signed.
-He was almost aristocratic in nature, the mixture of talent and insight from the moment you met him was omnipresent.
-He hitch hiked from Adelaide to London with a powerful vision to rule the entertainment world.
-Robert Stigwood was an enigma. A victorian figure cast into the sixties to work with Brian Epstein and The Beatles.
Robert Stigwood, the manager for Cream and the Bee Gees before producing a string of popular musicals and films including "Grease," has died at 81, according to Mirror and TMZ. Stigwood, who died Monday, began working with Cream in 1966. He produced Cream's self-titled debut and later signed a distribution deal with Polydor that brought producer Felix Pappalardi on board in time for 1967's celebrated "Disreali Gears." That same year, Stigwood merged his first company with NEMS, which was founded by Beatles' manager Brian Epstein. But Epstein's sudden death led Stigwood to form another venture, the Robert Stigwood Organisation. He was also managing the Bee Gees. His company worked on Eric Clapton's post-Cream career, including his band Blind Faith, and his company began producing theatrical hits such as "Hair," "Oh! Calcutta!," "Pippin" and "Evita." Stigwood then moved on to movie successes with the release of "Saturday Night Fever," which featured the music of the Bee Gees, "Jesus Christ Superstar," "Tommy" and "Grease," which starred John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John. He ended up with a flop with the 1978 film version of "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band," another vehicle for the Bee Gees, as well as the sequels to "Saturday Night Fever" and "Grease." Stigwood bounced back in the late '90s, however, with the 1996 big-screen adaptation of "Evita" starring Madonna that won a Golden Globe for best motion picture. Robin Gibb's son shared the sad news on Facebook to thank him for giving the Bee Gees their break, as he revealed he was his godfather. He wrote: "I would like to share the sad news with you all, that my godfather, and the longtime manager of my family, Robert Stigwood, has passed away. I would like to thank Robert for his kindness to me over the years as well as his mentorship to my family.
'Stiggy,' you will be missed."
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