Quiet Nights Of Quiet Stars: Frank Sinatra – NewzBreaker Music Video of the Day


Pearce’s Picks: “That Face!”


With this week commemorating what would have been the 73rd birthday of the dearly departed Frank Sinatra, JR., we take a moment to remember a unique recording project he took on some eleven years ago. Covered previously in a biographical installment of “The Sinatra File,” the 2006 album “That Face!” would serve, literally, as the swan song of the younger Sinatra’s recording career, a spread of five studio albums and several guest vocal appearances over a course of more than forty years.
Laid down when Sinatra, JR. was sixty-two and captured over the course of a few days at the renowned Capitol Studios in Hollywood, “That Face!” is an enjoyable listening experience. Produced by Sinatra Enterprises associate Charles Pignone with an orchestra led by JR.-confidante Terry Woodson, the album captures a man who is still on the way to reaching his vocal peak while sounding several years younger. When considering the news that the singer wasn’t feeling up to par during the recording sessions, it makes experiencing the performances all the more remarkable.
Pampered Chef Happy Families: Two Ingredient Carrot Cake


Ingredients:
• 1 pkg (15.25 oz/432 g) carrot cake mix
• 1 can (11 oz/300 mL) mandarin orange segments in light syrup, undrained
• Optional toppings: Orange Cream Cheese Frosting (see Cook’s Tips) and spiralized carrot or powdered sugar
ID Renews Hit Series People Magazine for a Second Season – Breaking Entertaiment News


PEOPLE MAGAZINE INVESTIGATES, a partnership between America’s leading mystery and suspense network, Investigation Discovery (ID), and Time Inc.’s People, America’s leading multimedia brand mixing entertainment news, lifestyle coverage and human interest reporting, has received an early greenlight from ID for a sophomore season. Drawing from the reporting of People’s award-winning and accomplished true crime editorial team, the series delves into extraordinary tales of ordinary people thrust into the national spotlight, reported by the leading crime journalists in the nation today. The series received a full 10-episode second season, expected to premiere in late 2017.
‘Twin Peaks’ Revival Gets Premiere Date on Showtime


“Twin Peaks” is finally coming back to television. The long-awaited revival will debut on Sunday, May 21 at 9 p.m. with a two-hour premiere episode. The limited event series will consist of 18 hours total. The announcement was made Monday by Showtime president and CEO David Nevins at the 2017 Television Critics Association winter press tour in Pasadena, Calif.
Pampered Chefs Happy Families: Easy Weeknight Chili For The RockCrok


Ingredients:
• 1 tbsp (15 mL) canola oil
• 2 medium onions
• 3 lbs. (1.4 kg) 90% lean ground beef
• 6 garlic cloves
• ⅓ cup (75 mL) chili powder
Critically Acclaimed Indian Actor Om Puri Dead at 66 – Cause of Death REVEALED


The star of movies such as “City of Joy” and “East Is East” suffered a heart attack early Friday at his Mumbai home, according to a close friend.”He was a torchbearer of Indian cinema,” actor Anupam Kher told CNN, describing Puri as “a wonderful friend and an amazing person.”
Puri was known for his versatility and appeal across global markets. He appeared not only in mainstream Bollywood movies and regional Indian cinema but also British and Hollywood productions.
Puri was one of the lead stars of 2014’s “The Hundred-Foot Journey” and also appeared in 2007’s “Charlie Wilson’s War” and 2012’s “The Reluctant Fundamentalist.”
Pampered Chefs Happy Families: Grilled Vegetable Panzanella Salad


Panzanella is a hearty Tuscan bread salad that is popular in the summer. For a more substantial meal, add diced cooked chicken or Italian deli meats.
Ingredients:
Salad
• 1 large red bell pepper, stem removed, seeded and quartered
• 1 large yellow squash, ends trimmed, cut into 3″ (7.5-cm) pieces and cut in half
• 4 cups (1 L) Italian bread cubes (about 1/2 of a 1-lb/450 g loaf, cut into 1/2″/1 cm cubes)
David Spade Involved In Horrific Car Accident In Los Angeles – Breaking News


Things could have been a lot worse for David Spade after he was involved in a pretty horrific car accident on Wednesday, January 4th.
The actor’s tricked out Range Rover was destroyed after he was hit by another vehicle on Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles. Somehow, David seems to have only suffered minor bumps and bruises, but he is getting checked out by a doctor.
Mel Tillis’ Publicist Issues Statement On His Condition – Breaking Entertainment News


About a year ago, 84-year-old country legend Mel Tillis was in critical condition following complications from colon surgery. The entire 2016 year was rocky for his health, but his daughter, Pam, kept country fans at ease with updates about her legendary father. Some parts of the year were scary when she begged fans for prayers, but later posts reassured us Mel was feeling much better. She even went on to say that he was sitting up, watching TV!
“It bears repeating how much your prayers mean to our family…We’ll keep you posted if there is any change, but right now we’re just trying to fatten him up and get him strong!!! Thank you all so much for your thoughts and prayers,” she wrote on Facebook in April 2016.
Pampered Chefs Happy Families: Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Pepper Poppers


Crispy bacon wrapped around the tender mini peppers with a creamy and cheesy filling – what’s not to love!
Ingredients:
• 12 sweet mini peppers
• 4 oz (125 g) chive & onion cream cheese spread, softened
• 4 oz (125 g) shredded Italian cheese blend (1 cup/250 mL)
• 2 garlic cloves, pressed
Old Shuck: A Portent Of Death Or Product Of Over Active Imaginations?


Old Shuck is the name given to a black dog being found primarily in the folk lores of the British Isle, often said to be associated with the Devil or a Hell-hound. Its appearance was regarded as a portent of death. It is generally supposed to be larger than a normal dog, and often has large, glowing eyes. It is often associated with electrical storms (such as Black Shuck’s appearance at Bungay, Suffolk), and also with crossroads, places of execution and ancient pathways. Throughout European mythology, dogs have been associated with death. Examples of this are the Garmr and Cerberus, who were in some way guardians of the underworld.
Rebecca Ferguson Says She’ll Sing At President (ELECT) Trump’s Inauguration Under One Condition – Breaking World News


British pop singer Rebecca Ferguson says she has been invited to perform at Donald Trump’s inauguration, but her response may not be the RSVP the President-elect’s team were expecting.
The former UK X-Factor runner-up said she would only accept the invitation on the condition that she could perform “Strange Fruit” — a song protesting racism in 1930s America, made famous by Billie Holiday.
In a statement posted to the singer’s Twitter account on Monday night Ferguson said: “I’ve been asked and this is my answer. If you allow me to sing “strange fruit” a song that has huge historical importance, a song that was blacklisted in the United States for being too controversial. A song that speaks to all the disregarded and down trodden black people in the United States. A song that is a reminder of how love is the only thing that will conquer all the hatred in this world, then I will graciously accept your invitation and see you in Washington. Best Rebecca X”
Pampered Chef Happy Families: Thai Vegetable Stir-Fry


This recipe is great for the occasional meatless dinner.
Ingredients:
Rice
• 3 cups (750 mL) uncooked instant brown rice
• 2¼ cups (550 mL) water
Coconut Sauce
• 1 cup (250 mL) lite coconut milk (shake before opening)
• 1½ tbsp (22 mL) Asian Seasoning Mix
Janet Jackson & Husband Welcome A Son


It’s a boy!
Janet Jackson and husband Wissam Al Mana welcomed their first child, a son, on Tuesday, Jan. 3, her rep confirms.
“Janet Jackson and husband Wissam Al Mana are thrilled to welcome their new son Eissa Al Mana into the world,” her rep says in a statement.
OJ Simpson Innocent? – Breaking News


It was the trial that defined a generation. This January, Investigation Discovery (ID) in association with Objective Media Group challenges everything you think you know about the trial of O.J. Simpson in a riveting new six-part docu-series IS O.J. INNOCENT? THE MISSING EVIDENCE. Narrated by Emmy Award-winning actor and activist Martin Sheen, and featuring exclusive new interviews with the families of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman, the series follows investigators as they re-open the case that captivated the world, exposing the facts that were overlooked by authorities and questioning and dissecting each pivotal move in the original investigation.
Pampered Chefs Happy Families: Mexican Quinoa Bowl


This healthy, gluten-free and Vegan recipe is a one pot wonder that comes together in a snap!
Ingredients:
• 1 cup (250 mL) uncooked quinoa
• 1 cup (250 mL) vegetable broth
• 1 orange or red bell pepper, stem removed, seeded
• 1 medium zucchini, ends trimmed and cut into 3” (7.5-cm) pieces
George Michael Autopsy Report Results In – Breaking Entertainment News


The initial autopsy report on pop icon George Michael who died on Christmas day last year are in. Read HERE.
Everything She Wants (Live at Earl’s Court 2008): George Michael – NewzBreaker Music Video of the Day


The Sinatra File: Francis Albert Redux


Well folks, we’re coming up on the New Year, and I must say, I’ve been proud, honored and privileged to drop in here every once in a while with some historical facts about our favorite singer. As I’ve stated over the last nine months or so that this column has been in existence, there would be nothing new here to learn for a die-hard Sinatra fanatic, but the overall response to my writings has been rewarding and positive from all facets of the Sinatra fan spectrum, and it has been graciously appreciated. To close out this tumultuous year of 2016, we turn once again to the expansive song catalog of Francis Albert Sinatra, a collection of studio recordings that extends across three record labels and numbers somewhere in the low to mid thousands.
Chuck Berry Announces First Album in 38 Years – Entertainment News


With a big middle finger to 2016, the rock’n’roll legend chooses his 90th birthday to announce that he is releasing a new album next year, titled Chuck
Roll over Frank Ocean and tell Beyoncé the news. Chuck Berry proved that the surprise album announcement is not solely the preserve of young artists when he announced the release of his first album in 38 years.
Details of the record were scanty, but a statement said that it would consist mainly of new material written and produced by Berry. It was recorded in St Louis, the musician’s hometown.