Factbites
 Where results make sense
About us   |   Why use us?   |   Reviews   |   PR   |   Contact us  

Topic: Rod McKuen


Related Topics

In the News (Mon 28 Dec 09)

  
  Rod McKuen - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Rod McKuen (born April 29, 1933) is a bestselling American poet, composer, and singer, instrumental in the revitalization of popular poetry that took place in the 1960s and early 1970s.
McKuen’s commercial success is unparalleled in the field of modern poetry.
SR 5072 • A Portrait Of Rod McKuen
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Rod_McKuen   (1956 words)

  
 Rod McKuen   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Rod McKuen was born in 1933 at the end of the Depression.
McKuen became a best-selling author with Listen to the Warm and Stanyan Street and Other Sorrows during the '60s.
In 1982, McKuen suffered from a bout of depression and withdrew himself from the public realm.
users2.ev1.net /~smyth/linernotes/personel/McKuenRod.htm   (511 words)

  
 Encyclopedia: Rod McKuen
The Vietnam War or Second Indochina War was a conflict between the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (DRVN, or North Vietnam), allied with the National Liberation Front (NLF, or Viet Cong) against the Republic of Vietnam (RVN, or South Vietnam), and its allies — notably the United States military in support of...
Rod recently remembered his fave childhood birthday cake being mom's homemade coconut/vanilla layered confection; we faked it with a 7-11 snowball with a vintage 1940s b-day candle on top.
Born in Oakland, California, McKuen left home at the age of eleven to find work in order to support his family.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Rod-McKuen   (2852 words)

  
 MTV.com - Rod McKuen   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Rod McKuen was one of the best-selling poets in America during the late '60s, and also achieved considerable success as a songwriter, soundtrack composer, and singer.
McKuen spent most of the earlier part of the '60s in France, where he met many of the country's top songwriters.
McKuen's work on the score of A Boy Named Charlie Brown earned him a second Oscar nomination in 1970, and his co-write "I Think of You" was a major adult contemporary hit for Perry Como in 1971.
www.mtv.com /bands/az/mckuen_rod/bio.jhtml   (797 words)

  
 Rod McKuen --  Britannica Student Encyclopedia
More results on "Rod McKuen" when you join.
Rod cells function as specialized neurons in the conversion of visual stimuli in the form of photons (particles of light) into electrical stimuli that can be processed by the central nervous system (phototransduction).
Etymologically rod is also akin to the Dutch rood which referred to a land area of 40 square rods, equal to...
www.britannica.com /ebi/article-9312426   (691 words)

  
 glbtq >> arts >> McKuen, Rod
Although his work has often been lambasted by critics as cloying and trite, McKuen's poetry is unpretentious and accessible to the average reader, and his songs in particular exhibit a high level of craftsmanship.
McKuen was born in Oakland, California on April 29, 1933.
McKuen found his way back to the Bay Area in the early 1950s, where he met such beat generation poets as Jack Kerouac and Allen Ginsberg.
www.glbtq.com /arts/mckuen_r.html   (823 words)

  
 Rod McKuen - Flight Plan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Rod and I had communicated by snail mail (as it was then!) for a decade before we actually met.
Rod ever gracious and seemingly with all the time in the world to chat and pose for photographs.
Daniele, a huge McKuen fan by the way, included all the expected Brel numbers on the program but really brought the house down with her rendition of this song.
www.mckuen.com /flights/040401.htm   (819 words)

  
 Rod McKuen - Biography   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Rod McKuen was born in Oakland California at the tail end of the depression.
McKuen is past president of The National Committee for the Prevention of Child Abuse and came out publicly in his 1977 best selling book FINDING MY FATHER about his own abuse at the hands of a sadistic stepfather.
McKuen lives in Southern California in a large rambling Spanish house built in 1928 with his brother Edward and four cats Rocky, Dinah, Kubby and Sunny.
www.mckuen.com /biography.htm   (1471 words)

  
 Rod McKuen's Birthday Party   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Folks then took turns sharing their favorite pieces of Rod's amd their own poetry, while the sax, guitar, bongo (singular) and Maggot's weird gourd/xylophone combo offered mostly tasteful accompaniment.
It was hard to light the candle with the warm breeze blowing down the boulevard, but we managed, for Rod.
Dan, for writing Rod a poem with minutes to spare...
www.scrammagazine.com /rodstar.html   (454 words)

  
 St. James Encyclopedia of Pop Culture: Rod McKuen   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
McKuen is the poet critics love to hate, and through the years his books have drawn uniformly unkind reviews.
The brief liner notes from one of McKuen's albums sums up his appeal to the masses: "Rod McKuen speaks to those who've lost them for those who seek them." His ineffable yearning-to-be-loved poetry stemmed from the trauma of his attenuated childhood, and particularly the absence of his natural father.
While the period when critics actively loathed him is long over, McKuen remains a seminal figure, not in the arena of poetry where the gates have long since been barred against any serious consideration of his work, but in the annals of publishing where McKuen's massive popular success may never be equaled again.
www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_g1epc/is_bio/ai_2419200821   (926 words)

  
 Rod McKuen - Flight Plan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
My Dearest Rod, Thirty three years ago my late aunt (My very own Auntie Mame) gave me the first in what would be an extensive collection of your books, LP's and other related Rod memorabilia.
Rod, Valentine's day 1983 was one of the worst day's of my life.
You made a dish called "Rod McKuen Chicken" that consisted of chicken and whatever you happened to have in your refrigerator.
www.mckuen.com /flights/121000.htm   (2083 words)

  
 Rod McKuen: bio and encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
After a series of blue-collar jobs throughout the west, McKuen began in the 1950s to excite audiences with his poetry readings, appearing with such well-known poets as Jack Kerouac (United States writer who was a leading figure of the beat generation (1922-1969)) and Allen Ginsburg (additional info and facts about Allen Ginsburg).
LP 12036 • The Yellow Unicorn / Rod McKuen with Tak Shindo & Julie Merredith
SR 9007 • Rod McKuen: Concerto For 4 Harpsichords:
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/r/ro/rod_mckuen1.htm   (1823 words)

  
 Rod McKuen - Flight Plan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Rod McKuen, the Oakland-born troubadour of S.F.'s Summer of Love, the most successful poet who ever lived on Stanyan St., still gets a bit of gleam in his eye when he points out his star on the Walk of Fame.
The book store that used to be here on Hollywood Blvd. requested Rod McKuen's star be located out front because Rod sold over one million copies of his books at this particular store.
Rod, his brother, Edward, Chuck Ashman -- the author and former S.F. broadcaster -- and I supped at Musso and Frank.
www.mckuen.com /flights/120703.htm   (1205 words)

  
 Untitled
McKuen's madcap and poignant verses, carefully crafted to amuse both the locals and the slumming hoi polloi, have more truth in them than any attempt at a just-the-facts-ma'am reportage.
In the seemingly autobiographical "The Bird Boy," Rod confesses "I am unhappy unless I am in love, and unhappy." Later he ruminates on a cute blonde being leered at on the street, and wishes he too might get some extra attention for wearing too-tight dungarees.
Rod was also worried about the hangers-on that were buzzing around the North Beach scene, trying to find ways to make money off his friends.
www.geocities.com /scramarama/archive.html   (4957 words)

  
 Rod McKuen - Flight Plan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Rod, I have been an admirer of your music for over thirty years.
There were a series of amazingly interesting paintings of Rod McKuen on the walls and local poets and living legends of Portland recited their poetry from the balcony.
She does not like having to share her Rod McKuen books with Dagny and is quite concerned that they may get eaten as Dagny is teething.
www.mckuen.com /flights/280601.htm   (3803 words)

  
 Rod McKuen - Flight Plan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
It's title is "The Songs of Rod McKuen and the only place on earth it's available is from Stanyan By Mail.
Hi Rod, One nice thing about being a fan of yours and having other people know it, is that they bring me Rod McKuen books, etc. when they find them.
hello mr mckuen, i know that you are not dear abby but i also know that my soul longs to seek solice here when i am down or when i feel as though i am no longer in charge of my destiny.
www.mckuen.com /flights/231000.htm   (2934 words)

  
 Rod McKuen - Flight Plan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
One thing is certain Rod McKuen is the best the United States has to offer and comes closer to interpreting the spirit of Brel than any of his contemporaries.” That praise is a bit over the top but I cite it because I think a little balance to your mean spirited remarks is only fair.
McKuen, I wanted to ask you a question about the sample that you identified on your Webpage.
Rod, I recently discovered your site and felt like an old friend had stopped by.
www.mckuen.com /flights/290501.htm   (2526 words)

  
 Rod McKuen - Flight Plan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
I enjoyed reading your column regarding your 'McKuen Memory' of the 'Jack Frost' lyrics from his song, "Blessings In Shades Of Green." It helped to trigger a fond memory I have had often since 1968 or 1969.
He called her into the living room where the record player was, turned the volume up, and as 'Jean' played, he took my mother by the hand, danced with her and sang along with Rod McKuen.
According to a poll conducted many years ago this is the most requested of all Rod's songs and it's one we probably get the most letters about.
www.mckuen.com /flights/030903.htm   (494 words)

  
 Rod McKuen MP3 Downloads - Rod McKuen Music Downloads - Rod McKuen Music Videos
Oliver Twist is a straight CD reissue of McKuen's 1961 twist album, and it's a delightfully goofy and varied collection of novelties full of jokey references to literary figures, actors, and musicians (and constant self-references).
Oliver Twist is completely different from McKuen's later pop and easy listening efforts, and is completely delightful.
The only constant between the twistin' McKuen and his later sensitive-swinger persona is his raspy voice, which may be an acquired taste for some.
www.mp3.com /albums/408685/summary.html   (238 words)

  
 The Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans: Rod McKuen   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Hollywood, CA Rod McKuen's first book, An Autumn Came, was published when he was 18.
"He was one of my motivations," McKuen says, "for getting away from home—that and the fact that I wanted to try to go out and work so that I could send money home to my mother." He kept running away, starting when he was about eight.
More recently, McKuen has composed orchestral pieces for guitar and harpsichord and an adagio for harp and strings.
www.horatioalger.com /members/member_info.cfm?memberid=mck76   (516 words)

  
 Open Directory - Arts: Music: Bands and Artists: M: McKuen, Rod   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
McKuen, Rod - A tribute page to the great poet/songwriter.
Rod McKuen - A Safe Place to Land - Official site with discography, bibliography, poetry, news, and pictures.
Rod McKuen Message Center - A message board for fans of the poet/songwriter.
dmoz.org /Arts/Music/Bands_and_Artists/M/McKuen,_Rod   (103 words)

  
 Rod McKuen - Flight Plan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
McKuen, Although I do know of you I actually know very little about you and your work...I actually thought you were Canadian (not really sure why though!) I stumbled upon your Website a few weeks ago and I find I am constantly drawn back to it.
Hello Rod, This is the first day I have been able to get into your Website since April 3rd.
Their name "Summers Children" was suggested by Rod McKuen, after a song he gave them, "The Summer's Long".
www.mckuen.com /flights/100800.htm   (1787 words)

  
 The Rod McKuen Messsage Board   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
It is not endorsed by, or associated with Rod McKuen, Stanyan, Rod McKuen Enterprises, or any company owned or operated by Mr.
McKuen's should contain the name of the poem and the publication from where it came.
McKuen's attention, or that mention him in any way, will be allowed.
mckuenboard.com   (1040 words)

  
 Amazon.com: A Man Alone & Other Songs of Rod McKuen [IMPORT]: Music   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The songs (written by soul-mate Rod McKuen specifically for Sinatra) are perfect for Frank.
But I have come to realize that Sinatra is the only one who can save Rod McKuen's "poetry" from dime store pop and turn his work into an utterly compelling mood album on alone-ness.
A Man Alone was made during March of 1969 and we find Frank in great voice, singing about being alone with a honesty that only Frank can express I believe this may be as close to the real Frank as we'll find again for the rest of his recording career.
www.amazon.com /exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B000006L3X?v=glance   (1195 words)

  
 Rod McKuen - Flight Plan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Well Rod, I hope you are around for many more years and I would really like to see you in concert again one day.
This would be for the "Fans, friends and families of Rod McKuen".
Dear Rod, I used to wake up every morning, and before attacking the morning paper, I would visit your web site...somehow there was always a message, waiting to remind me of what I needed most to know.
www.mckuen.com /flights/240899.htm   (4176 words)

  
 Amazon.co.uk: Rod Mckuen Sings Jacques Brel: Music   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Rod can do no wrong in my book.
Used to have this on vinyl but was stolen!But it as usual the sort of masterpiece you expect from Rod McKuen, is unbeatable and on a par with his double L.P. Live at Carniege Hall.
McKuen is in real life the same as his real persona:
www.amazon.co.uk /exec/obidos/ASIN/B000024CJU   (330 words)

  
 Rod McKuen   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Poet, singer, songwriter, muscian, but most of all, man. Rod McKuen stood by many of us as we took our first steps into love and love lost.
I am amazed at the number of e-mails I still receive from people about Rod McKuen.
His site also includes the Rod McKuen Jukebox which allows you to download a number of recordings, as well as the entire book, Caught In The Quiet - all for free.
fairyweb.com /mckuen.htm   (599 words)

  
 Rod McKuen Books, Recordings, & Miscellaneous Items   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Rod McKuen: It had to be you (Not for sale limited edition.
Rod McKuen: Portrait of Rod McKuen, A (Stanyan SR5072)
Rod McKuen: The World I Used To Know/Seasons In The Sun/Ally Ally Oxen Free /Someplace Green - Capitol (EA 42079) - France.
fairyweb.com /melinda/rmitems.htm   (4653 words)

  
 Rod McKuen Lyrics / Songteksten / Songtexten / Album Covers   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Rod McKuen - Soldiers Who Want To Be Heroes
Rod McKuen - Without a Worry in the World
related keywords: rod mckuen songteksten rod mckuen songtexten rod mckuen lyrics rod mckuen covers rod mckuen nummers rod mckuen new rod mckuen songs rod mckuen song rod mckuen music rod mckuen concert
www.sleurink.nl /artist/3572/lyrics/rod_mckuen_songteksten.html   (122 words)

  
 Rod McKuen - discography   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Rod McKuen: The Ballad Of Distances: Symphonic Suite, OP.
Rod McKuen: The City: I Hear America Singing, 2 Cantatas
Rod McKuen Live At The Sydney Opera House
www.mckuen.com /discography.htm   (370 words)

Try your search on: Qwika (all wikis)

Factbites
  About us   |   Why use us?   |   Reviews   |   Press   |   Contact us  
Copyright © 2005-2007 www.factbites.com Usage implies agreement with terms.