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  Paul Gambaccini - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Paul Matthew Gambaccini (born April 2, 1949, New York) is a radio and television presenter in the United Kingdom.
Gambaccini has been a fan of comic books from an early age.
Gambaccini now presents his weekly America's Greatest Hits show on BBC Radio 2 and contributes to various publications.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Paul_Gambaccini   (553 words)

  
 Aircheck Tracker   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Profile: Paul Gambaccini: Born in New York City in April 1949, Paul gained a history degree at Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire, before crossing the Atlantic to attend Oxford University (University College) from which he graduated with a degree in philosophy, politics and economics.
Paul was a disc-jockey in the States on the WDCR commercial station in New Hampshire between 1967 and 1970 and became general manager and Chairman of the Board.
Paul has been heard on the BBC ever since he came to the UK, first regularly on Radio 1 from 1973, presenting "Rockspeak", "Rock Week" and a 13-week series "All American Heroes".
www.geocities.com /thehotw/PaulGambaccinitracker.htm   (236 words)

  
 Radio Rewind - BBC Radio 1 People - Paul Gambaccini
Paul Gambaccini worked for BBC Radio 1 for 15 years, presenting the US chart show on Saturday Afternoons for much of that time.
Later, in September 1975 Paul began the show he was to front for the next 11 years, highlighting the weeks' US chart music.
In 1994, Paul Gambaccini launched the Terence Higgins Trust's fundraising initiative, the '300 Club' at the charity premiere of 'The Age of Innocence'.
www.radiorewind.co.uk /paul_gambaccini_page.htm   (353 words)

  
 Paul Gambaccini   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
PAUL GAMBACCINI was born in New York City and earned degrees in History (Dartmouth College USA) and Philosophy, Politics and Economics (University College Oxford).
In 1995 Paul was named Philanthropist of the Year by the National Charity Fundraisers for his work on behalf of the Terrence Higgins Trust.
Paul Gambaccini was nominated Music Broadcaster of the Year in the Sony Radio Academy Awards in 2000, 2002 and 2003, winning in 2003.
www.mnemonics.co.uk /paul/mlsf.htm   (334 words)

  
 Power Line: One Night, once more once
The linked Reuters story quotes Rocket Man's and Deacon's college classmate Paul Gambaccini, the guy who was spinning the platters at WDCR when I arrived on campus in the fall of '69.
It turns out that Gambaccini is a fixture at BBC 2 with a weekly show on which he plays the best of the current hits from American singles, albums, r 'n' b, rock and country listings.
In your post you conclude with "...Rocket Man's and Deacon's college classmate Paul Gambaccini, the guy who was spinning the platters at WDCR when I arrived on campus in the fall of '69.
powerlineblog.com /archives/009215.php   (792 words)

  
 PlanetGeorge Forums :: View topic - **TRANSCRIPT** Sold on Song [Dec 18/ 2004]   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Paul Gambaccini: There’s a line in that song, that I’ve always wondered about, cause to me it has a double meaning, which is “Charity is a coat you wear twice a year”.
Paul Gambaccini: This is sold on song special with George Michael on BBC radio 2.
Paul Gambaccini: You mentioned what you mean to your own generation, and of course ‘Careless Whisper’ was chosen year after year as the best song ever.
www.planetgeorge.org /forum/viewtopic.php?t=606   (2834 words)

  
 BDC - Bibliography of Chartography ; 4   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Gambaccini, Paul: The Guinness book of number one hits / Paul Gambaccini, Tim Rice and Jo Rice ; ed.
Gambaccini, Paul: Hits of the 80s / Paul Gambaccini, Jonathan Rice, Tim Rice ; ed.
Gambaccini, Paul: The UK top 1000 singles / Paul Gambaccini, Tim Rice, Jonathan Rice ; ed.
www.btinternet.com /~johnandlizhancock/tobias/bdc_04.htm   (1565 words)

  
 Paul Gambi
Paul Gambi and his nephew saw the Rogues frequently enough they were almost family, and when they needed someone to carry out a vendetta against the new Flash, Tony volunteered, becoming the Replicant.
Paul Gambi was named after Paul Gambaccini, a comic fan and frequent letter-writer to The Flash and other DC Comics.
Gambaccini went on to become a radio disc jockey in the UK.
www.hyperborea.org /flash/gambi.html   (433 words)

  
 Paul Gambaccini - Encyclopedia, History, Geography and Biography
Paul Gambaccini - Encyclopedia, History, Geography and Biography
This encyclopedia, history, geography and biography article about Paul Gambaccini contains research on
Paul Gambaccini, Broadcasting career, Charity work, Involvment in comics, Current Work, Books, External link, 1949 births, BBC Radio 1 DJs, BBC Radio 2 DJs, British radio personalities, British television presenters, Former students of University College, Oxford, People from New York City and Radio DJs in the UK.
www.arikah.com /encyclopedia/Paul_Gambaccini   (569 words)

  
 Gaffaweb - Kate Bush - REACHING OUT - "Pebble Mill at One" Paul Gambaccini - Oct. 8 1982 (excerpt)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
This is a partial transcription of a TV interview Kate did with Paul Gambaccini (sp?) in * 1982 *.
Paul is talking first about a radio show that he and Kate did together in which Kate chose all the music played on the show.
Paul G. seems to be one of the few DJ types (besides Roger Scott) that Kate actually had intelligent conversations with.
gaffa.org /reaching/iv82_pm.html   (1178 words)

  
 Lyn Paul website: in print (books)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Marty and Paul formed a trio with Danny Finn, the aptly named Marty, Paul and Danny.
According to this encyclopedia Lyn Paul was born in Melbourne, Australia.
There is a photo of the New Seekers (left to right: Paul Layton, Peter Doyle, Lyn Paul, Marty Kristian and Eve Graham) on page 122 and a photo of Lyn on page 131.
www.lynpaulwebsite.org /InPrint-books.htm   (1372 words)

  
 Mr Blint's Attic: the Gizmo
The Gizmo was Godley and Creme's invention, and it helps give Consequences such a distinctive sound.
Paul Gambaccini explains more in his sleeve notes for the album:
Unable to afford an orchestra for early 10cc albums, Lol Creme and Kevin Godley conceived a guitar able to play violin sounds.
www.othermachines.org /blint/gizmo.shtml   (179 words)

  
 Knitting Circle Paul Gambaccini   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
In 1982 he helped to launch the career of the pop group Kajagoogoo, and he met the lead singer Limahl.
Paul Gambaccini became a friend and mentor to Limahl, and they shared a flat (just as friends) for most of 1983.
In 1995 Paul Gambaccini was named Philanthropist of the Year by the National Charity Fundraisers, for his work on behalf of the Terrence Higgins Trust.
myweb.lsbu.ac.uk /~stafflag/paulgambaccini.html   (604 words)

  
 BBC NEWS | Entertainment | UK DJs backing podcasting outfit   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
DJs Paul Gambaccini and Tony Blackburn are backing a new website offering radio shows for digital audio players.
Gambaccini, Blackburn, Steve Penk and former Radio 1 DJ Wes Butters are among the hosts lined up.
Gambaccini will present classical and jazz chart shows, while Blackburn will host his own 1970s music programme.
news.bbc.co.uk /2/hi/entertainment/4433875.stm   (315 words)

  
 Philm Freax: Elton John - The Rolling Stone Interview: Elton John by Paul Gambaccini
These unpublished photos were originally commissioned by the UK edition of Rolling Stone to accompany "The Rolling Stone Interview: Elton John by Paul Gambaccini" which was published in August 1973.
I arrived at Elton's Virginia Water home while Paul and Elton were still making their way there from the center of London in Elton's Rolls Royce.
Dwight dusted down both Paul and Elton until she spotted the small package in Harrods wrapping that Elton had under his arm.
www.ibiblio.org /mal/MO/philm/elton   (275 words)

  
 Paul McCartney Books
Paul McCartney In His Own Words (Paul McCartney) 1976
Paul McCartney : Behind the Myth (Ross Benson) 1992
Paul McCartney : Beatle With Wings (Martin A. Grove) 1978
www.geocities.com /flampage/books.htm   (101 words)

  
 Paul McCartney Happenings
Paul and Linda are busted for possession of marijuana while driving home
Paul is interviewed by David Frost for the Tommy telecast
Paul is interviewed by Paul Gambaccini late in the month for "In His Own Words"
www.macca-l.org /macca-l/macca-l.net/maccaevents/1975.htm   (167 words)

  
 BBC - Radio 2 - Soul Satisfaction: The Four Tops Story
The programme will be available to hear again for up to seven days after broadcast via the BBC Radio Player.
Paul Gambaccini tells the story of one of the key sixties soul groups - the legendary The Four Tops, featuring brand new interviews with the likes of the Tops' Duke and Obie, songwriters Brian and Eddie Holland, and Supreme Mary Wilson.
The series is delivered in four top parts beginning with the tale of their formation in Detroit, their many and varied attempts to break through over nearly a decade, their assorted flop records, and their decision to sign with Motown Records.
www.bbc.co.uk /radio2/r2music/documentaries/soulsatisfaction.shtml   (288 words)

  
 Biff Books and Records (Sheffield) - Music
Gallagher, Paul and Terry Christian: Brothers: From Childhood to Oasis The Real Story.
Gambaccini, Paul, Tim Rice, Jo Rice: The Guinness Book of British Hit Albums.
Jazz musician Billy Tipton grew up as Dorothy Tipton but lived as a man from the age of nineteen until his death at the age of seventy-four.
www.btinternet.com /~biffbooks/music.htm   (3913 words)

  
 Textbooks by Paul Gambaccini - Direct Textbook   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Paul Gambaccini - Guinness World Records Ltd - 0851125263
Paul Gambaccini - Guinness World Records Ltd - 0851124178
Paul Gambaccini - Guinness World Records Ltd - 0851127126
www.directtextbook.com /author/paul-gambaccini   (121 words)

  
 The Complete Book of the British Charts: Singles & Albums (Paul Gambaccini , Tony Brown , Jon Kutner , Neil Warwick)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
~Paul Gambaccini, Tony Brown, Jon Kutner, Neil Warwick
This is the descendant of the Guinness chart books and contains, for the first time ever, singles and albums (and EPs from a separate chart) together in one volume.
Trivia fanatics will miss the pages of chart oddities that appeared at the back of the Guinness books, but that's a small quibble, since much chart trivia has been stuffed into the main listings (notes under the chart titles, etc.).
software.justwilliams.com /us/product/0711976708.htm   (288 words)

  
 BBC NEWS | Entertainment | TV and Radio | UK DJs backing podcasting outfit
The BBC and Virgin Radio already offer shows via "podcasting", but only using shows which have already been broadcast on radio.
However, listeners will be able to download the rundowns once licensing deals have been finalised with the major record companies.
TV presenter Terry Christian will present a programme devoted to 1990s music, while there will be daily updates from Michael Jackson's child abuse trial in Santa Maria, California.
news.bbc.co.uk /1/hi/entertainment/tv_and_radio/4433875.stm   (315 words)

  
 Paul Gambaccini Collection CD
This album is made up of 2 CDs of Gambaccini's favorite ever jazz, soul and funk tracks.
It is a varied and engaging collection of well loved classics and obscure gems.
Remember to focus your comments on Paul Gambaccini Collection - Import CD.
www.cduniverse.com /search/xx/music/pid/6729502/a/Paul+Gambaccini+Collection.htm   (198 words)

  
 1978 Paul Gambaccini - All Time Top 100 Albums   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
In 1977, some 50 rock critics and DJ's of U.K. and U.S. were asked to list "the ten greatest rock albums of all-time, in order of preference".
The list was compiled by Paul Gambaccini in 1978
Led Zeppelin II Dylan, Bob and The Band
www.xs4all.nl /~fsgroen/Top100's/1978PaulGambaccini.html   (72 words)

  
 THE PAUL GAMBACCINI TRANSATLANTIC TELEPHONE INTERVIEW JUNE 12, 1981
Dylan: No. Not really, but it doesn't surprise me. I thought they were timely then, and just as sure they're timely now.
Transatlantic telephone conversation between Bob Dylan in Detroit and Paul Gambaccini in London.
Broadcasted by Radio One, BBC June 20 in the program "Rock On".
www.interferenza.com /bcs/interw/81jun12c.htm   (709 words)

  
 1987 Paul Gambaccini - All Time Top 100 Albums   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
1987 Paul Gambaccini - All Time Top 100 Albums
Paul Gambaccini asked some 50 rock critics and DJ's from the U.K. and U.S., to list their ten greatest rock albums of all-time, in order of preference.
Out of these lists, Gambaccini compiled the 'Top 100 Rock 'N' Roll Albums Of All Time'.
www.xs4all.nl /~fsgroen/Top100's/1987PaulGambaccini.html   (70 words)

  
 Guinness Book of British Hit Singles; Author: Gambaccini, Paul; Author: Rice, Tim; Author: Rice, Jonathan; Paperback   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Guinness Book of British Hit Singles; Author: Gambaccini, Paul; Author: Rice, Tim; Author: Rice, Jonathan; Paperback
Author: Gambaccini, Paul; Author: Rice, Tim; Author: Rice, Jonathan
Prices subject to change to be advised on confirmation of order.
www.netstoreusa.com /mubooks/085/0851125263.shtml   (144 words)

  
 Index to Comic Art Collection: "Gama" to "Gamuza"
----------------------------------------------------- Gambaccini, Paul, 1949- Justice League of America Archives.
DC Comics, Inc. Call no.: PN6728.J8J8 1992 ----------------------------------------------------- Gambaccini, Paul, 1949- "Letters to the Editor" p.
-- Call no.: PN6714.C632v.2no.58 ----------------------------------------------------- Gambaccini, Paul, 1949- "Paul Gambaccini's JLA Archives" p.
www.lib.msu.edu /comics/rri/grri/gam.htm   (8348 words)

  
 Beatles: books   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Blackbird: The Life And Times Of Paul McCartney (Updated Edition) - Geoffrey Giuliano - 424 pgs (1997) - SC - Da Capo Press, Inc. Blackbird Singing: Poems and Lyrics 1965 - 1999 - Paul McCartney - 185 pgs (2001) - HC - DJ - W. Norton and Company, Lmt.
Paul McCartney: In His Own Words - Paul Gambaccini - 112 pgs (1976) - SC - Omnibus Press
Walrus Was Paul, The: Great Beatle Death Clues, The - R. Gary Patterson - 208 pgs (1998) - SC - Fireside/Simon and Schuster Inc.
www.beatlemoney.com /books.htm   (10607 words)

  
 Elton John Book: A Conversation With Elton John and Bernie Taupin   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
In this unusual and revealing book, he tells Paul Gambaccini of his not-so-easy rise to the top of the pop-music scene.
Born in 1949, Paul Gambaccini attended Dartmouth College and Oxford University.
He has managed a commercial radio station, edited for Rolling Stone, written for New Music Express, broadcast on UPI's Audio Network and interviewed such diverse personalities as Richard Nixon and Paul McCartney.
www.eltonography.com /books/a_conversation_with_elton_john_and_bernie_taupin.html   (201 words)

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