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Product: Classic Star Trek TV soundtracks
Hey, did you know you can download episode scores from the original "Star Trek" series? You can. Two volumes of this project from the great La-la-land records are now available via Amazon.
Pop focus: Jane Asher in "The Saint"
On Jan. 9, 1964, actress Jane Asher -- then dating Paul McCartney -- appeared on an episode of "The Saint" TV series.
"The Saint" series starred future James Bond actor Roger Moore in the lead role of spy Simon Templar and was based on the Leslie Charteris suspense novels. It aired first in Britain, but was picked up for U.S. broadcast by NBC starting in 1966.
The Saint character has a long history in pop culture, including comics, a series of 1940s films and a 1997 film starring Val Kilmer.
In her appearance, Asher plays the daughter of the episode's title character, "The Noble Sportsman."
An accomplished stage and screen actress, Asher appeared in the title role of "Alice in Wonderland" on British radio as a child. She was the youngest ever "Wendy" to appear in a London stage production of "Peter Pan." Also as a child, she and her brother Peter (later of the Peter and Gordon pop duo) appeared on an episode of the British "Robin Hood" TV series.
Most famously, she appeared opposite Michael Caine in 1966's hit film "Alfie."
Here are some stills from Asher's "Saint" episode, including a paperback adaptation of the story, and Jane with Paul.
"The Saint" series starred future James Bond actor Roger Moore in the lead role of spy Simon Templar and was based on the Leslie Charteris suspense novels. It aired first in Britain, but was picked up for U.S. broadcast by NBC starting in 1966.
The Saint character has a long history in pop culture, including comics, a series of 1940s films and a 1997 film starring Val Kilmer.
In her appearance, Asher plays the daughter of the episode's title character, "The Noble Sportsman."
An accomplished stage and screen actress, Asher appeared in the title role of "Alice in Wonderland" on British radio as a child. She was the youngest ever "Wendy" to appear in a London stage production of "Peter Pan." Also as a child, she and her brother Peter (later of the Peter and Gordon pop duo) appeared on an episode of the British "Robin Hood" TV series.
Most famously, she appeared opposite Michael Caine in 1966's hit film "Alfie."
Here are some stills from Asher's "Saint" episode, including a paperback adaptation of the story, and Jane with Paul.
Pop culture roundup: Jeff Hale; Star Wars; Record Store Day; John Peel
Via Cartoon Brew: Animator Jeff Hale, famous for numerous "Sesame Street" shorts from the 1960 and 70s, plus the classic Lenny Bruce-narrated "Thank You Masked Man," died at age 91 earlier this week. Here's that Bruce short:
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At least 20 Star Wars-related books are set for release ahead of the series' new film, "The Force Awakens," in December.
Record Store Day is April 15 and the release of limited-edition vinyl releases is out. My picks: Blitzen Trapper's live performance of Neil Young's Harvest LP; Paul McCartney's "The Family Way" soundtrack; Lord Sitar and maybe a couple others.
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Legendary record producer Joe Boyd explores the record collection of legendary deejay John Peel.
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At least 20 Star Wars-related books are set for release ahead of the series' new film, "The Force Awakens," in December.
A few titles we can confirm are Del Rey’s Star Wars: Aftermath, which sounds like it may serve as an epilogue to the original trilogy—and perhaps a prologue to the new one. Meanwhile, Marvel Comics will put out one prequel called Star Wars: Journey to the Force Awakens and another preview story told from C-3PO’s perspective. For vehicle enthusiasts, Studio Fun International will print Star Wars: Ships of the Galaxy.-----
Also intriguing, although not strictly part of the “Journey To …” the next movie: Look for a series of novels retelling the events of A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of the Jedi from the perspective of various supporting characters. Which ones? The publishers aren’t saying just yet. (Fingers crossed for a Behind the Music-style look at what Sy Snootles and the Max Rebo Band thought was happening in Jabba’s throne room.)
Record Store Day is April 15 and the release of limited-edition vinyl releases is out. My picks: Blitzen Trapper's live performance of Neil Young's Harvest LP; Paul McCartney's "The Family Way" soundtrack; Lord Sitar and maybe a couple others.
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Legendary record producer Joe Boyd explores the record collection of legendary deejay John Peel.
New and upcoming pop culture books: Calvin and Hobbes, Kim Gordon bio; Chappie; Will Eisner; Cool Japan, more
Click the links to order discounted books from Amazon.
Exploring Calvin and Hobbes: An Exhibition Catalogue
Girl in a Band: A Memoir
Chappie: The Art of the Movie
DC: The New Frontier Deluxe Edition
A Sailor's Story (Dover Graphic Novels)
Mouse Under Glass : Secrets of Disney Animation and Theme Parks
The Age of Selfishness: Ayn Rand, Morality, and the Financial Crisis
Will Eisner: A Spirited Life (Deluxe Edition)
Cool Japan Guide: Fun in the Land of Manga, Lucky Cats and Ramen
Exploring Calvin and Hobbes: An Exhibition Catalogue
Girl in a Band: A Memoir
Chappie: The Art of the Movie
DC: The New Frontier Deluxe Edition
A Sailor's Story (Dover Graphic Novels)
Mouse Under Glass : Secrets of Disney Animation and Theme Parks
The Age of Selfishness: Ayn Rand, Morality, and the Financial Crisis
Will Eisner: A Spirited Life (Deluxe Edition)
Cool Japan Guide: Fun in the Land of Manga, Lucky Cats and Ramen
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