Get a jump on your summer 2012 NYC concert planning. Summerstage has unveiled their schedule for the season which include M83, Beach House, Bobby Womack, Araabmuzik, Kurt Vile, and Amadou & Miriam. Check out the entire list here . Speaking of Mr. Womack, check out this preview of his new album, The Bravest Man In The Universe , followed by the lead track, "Please Forgive My Heart." The album is out on June 12, and can be pre-ordered here .
Legendary soul survivor singer-songwriter/musician Bobby Womack 's career has undoubtedly expe rienced a resurgence following his appearance on the Gorillaz ' 2010 album, Plastic Beach. With a new album on the way, XL Recordings has released a mini documentary which gives viewers a behind the scenes look at the making of Womack's forthcoming album, The Bravest Man In The Universe . The clip features footage of Bobby in the studio with Gorillaz mastermind Damon Albarn and XL label boss Richard Russell during album sessions dating back to late 2011. In the vid, Womack discusses the initial apprehension and self-doubt he experienced before returning to [...]
Legendary soul survivor singer-songwriter/musician Bobby Womack's career has undoubtedly expe rienced a resurgence following his appearance on the Gorillaz' 2010 album, Plastic Beach. With a new album on the way, XL Recordings has released a mini documentary which gives viewers a behind the scenes look at the making of Womack's forthcoming album, The Bravest Man In The Universe. The clip features footage...
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"If you tell the truth, truth never go out of style," says Bobby Womack at the beginning of this short documentary about the making of his new album, and it is the first of about fifteen brilliantly quotable pearls of wisdom that the legendary singer manages to fit into this 6 minute film. It's truly heartwarming to see Bobby being filled with pleasure and joie de vivre as he rekindles his love of music, and regains his confidence, with the help of producer Damon Albarn . I've always loved studio videos - seeing musicians in their natural [...]
Really looking forward to Bobby Womack's new album The Bravest Man In The Universe , in stores June 12th. Watch this great mini documentary for behind the scenes of the making of the album with producers Damon Albarn & Richard Russell. Preorder The Bravest Man In The Universe here . Get well soon , Bobby! previously: The Making Of Bobby Womack's "The Bravest Man In The Universe" (Mini Documentary) |

New mini-doc highlights the making of Bobby Womack's The Bravest Man in the Universe . Legendary singer-songwriter Bobby Womack releases his latest album, The Bravest Man in the Universe this June via the uber hip XL Recordings. By way of a preview, XL has just offered a mini film directed by Jamie-James Medina about the making of the new album. The Making Of The Bravest Man In The Universe is live on YouTube now and we also present a stream for "Please Forgive My Heart".
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Bobby Womack Bobby Womack and Train are both playing the Rumsey Playfield at Central Park this summer on separate nights. Though he was recently diagnosed with colon cancer , Bobby is scheduled to play a free* CPF Summerstage show on June 7, 2012 in support of his new (Damon Albarn, Richard Russell produced) album The Bravest Man In The Universe . Bobby's first album of original material since 19942s Resurrection album will be released on [...]

As soon as my money got low Didn't have a friend, nor no place to go If I get my hands on a dollar again I'm goin' to hold on to it until the eagle grins They don't make artists like Bobby Womack anymore. Besides being the lead singer of The Valentinos, backup guitarist for Sam Cooke and writing hits for artists such as the Rolling Stones. Womack has had a career that has span over 50 years. His lyrics and emotions set him apart from anything that [...]

March was an overwhelming month for good music, as we saw releases from a ton of awesome artists like Action Bronson, Big K.R.I.T., Curren$y and more. While a 16-song playlist doesn't do the month much justice, we tried our best to give you a summary of just how awesome it was. Expect to see new tracks from Bobby Womack, Swizz Beatz, Sene, DJ Spinna, Danny Brown, and more, on this mix that ticks in at just over an hour. Potholes Podcast (March 2012) Track Listing: 01 Bobby Womack - "Please Forgive My [...]
Good news, soul lovers: Bobby Womack has a new album, The Bravest Man In The Universe, out June 12 via XL. Womack's career has spanned five decades, which earns him the title of Soul Survivor. Album opener "Please Forgive My Heart" combines traditional soul rhythm with a modern hip-hop beat. Still smoother than ever, Womack never [...]
Filed under: News AP Photo, Ron Schwane NEW YORK (AP) - Soul singer Bobby Womack has been released from the hospital following a successful recovery from pneumonia. The cancer-stricken Womack also is scheduled to undergo surgery at a later date. In a statement through his New York publicist, the 68-year-old Womack thanked his fans for their prayers, love and well wishes, and says he looks forward to when he tours in [...]

El legendario cantante de soul Bobby Womack , de 68 años de edad, fue diagnosticado con cáncer de colon y también está padeciendo una neumonía, según informó The Guardian . La noticia fue revelada en Facebook por el músico y amigo Bootsy Collins . “Estamos orando por Bobby Womack , para que se cure de una neumonía y de cualquier otra dolencia con la que está luchando en este momento. Esta canción que hicimos juntos en mi [...]
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No longer content with having babies and doing solo projects, ethereal indie rock band Sigur Ros are taking a break from their break to drop their newest studio album in four years this coming May. The record, titled Valtari , promises to be an explore "new" territory by blending sounds both ambient, grand, and introverted.Check out ekki mukk from their upcoming album: Our hearts go out to legendary r&b soul singer Bobby Womack , recently announced to be suffering [...]

Soul legend Bobby Womack has been diagnosed with cancer. The truly upsetting news emerged last night after Bootsy Collins updated fans on Facebook. "I JUST SPOKE TO OUR FRIEND BOBBY WOMACK," Collins wrote. "He Wanted You All to Know That He Loves You & Thxs for the Prayers. Docs Says He Is In 1st Stage of Colon Cancer, He is Very Up Beat About His Future, we laughed & joked before we hung up." Womack, had been in hospital receiving treatment for pneumonia Saturday before doctors discovered the 68 year old [...]

Legendary soul singer Bobby Womack has been diagnosed with colon cancer and is also suffering from pneumonia, The Guardian reports. The news was revealed on Facebook by friend and fellow musician Bootsy Collins. "We Pray for Bobby Womack Right Now, TO BE HEALED FROM PNEUMONIA AND ANY OTHER AILMENT HE IS FIGHTING AT THIS TIME. THIS SONG GOES OUT TO MY FRIEND BOBBY WE DID ON MY LATEST ALBUM," Collins wrote on Sunday. He later added : "I JUST SPOKE TO OUR FRIEND BOBBY WOMACK. He Wanted You All [...]
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Bobby Womack - Please Forgive My Heart Unfortunate news arrives to us today. According to BET , the legendary soul musician Bobby Womack has been hospitalized and is reportedly in the early stages of colon cancer. Hopefully Bobby can beat this because we cannot afford to loose another music legend anytime soon. Bobby Womack [...]