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Barry Manilow: New York
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On August 27, 1983, Manilow performed a landmark open air concert at Blenheim Palace in Britain. It was the first such event ever held at that venue and was attended by a conservative estimate of 40,000 people. In December 1983, Manilow was reported to have endowed the music departments at six major universities in the United States and Canada.[24] The endowments were part of a continuing endeavor by Manilow to recognize and encourage new musical talent.[25]
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At one Hilton show, Davis came backstage to see him and proposed that Manilow record a new album of oldies for Arista, "The Greatest Songs of the Fifties." "When he suggested this idea to me, I slapped my forehead and said 'Why hasn't anyone thought of this idea?' " Manilow said. Released early last year, the album featured creamy classics like "Moments to Remember" and "Unchained Melody" that perfectly keyed into Manilow's sweet 'n' clear, sincerely sharing style. Moreover, the project tapped into one of his core fan groups and the nation's revived interest in standards. The album became Manilow's first No. 1 album in 29 years, selling a staggering 3 million copies. Later in the year, he came back with an equally cozy/comfy sequel, "The Greatest Songs of the Sixties" (featuring the likes of "And I Love Her" and "Can't Help Falling in Love") that debuted at No. 2 and has sold almost as well.
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On the heels of his 'Farewell' tour, Manilow opened a standing show in Las Vegas in 2005 at the Las Vegas Hilton, to which he will live in the Penthouse for 8 years, according to Newsweek and MSNBC. Adding to the show's Vegas-y feel was Manilow's audience interaction and - his crotch-grabbing dance move during "Copacabana."
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Manilow was featured on "The Insider" television show, singing in a wheelchair, flanked by a chorus of nurses and "miraculously" getting up sing on his feet before 18,000 fans in New Jersey. Preparing for the Oct. 31 release of his next album "The Greatest Songs of the Sixties," Manilow told the television show that he is feeling much better and feels about "80 to 85 percent" and that he's "getting there."
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A personal highlight is the blending of The Association with Manilow in "Cherish/Windy" with a soothing sound and imaginative arrangement. Released on October 31, the new CD sold over 200,000 copies -- making it number two in the charts for its debut week.
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