The Jeff Buckley International Newsletter
The Only Official Fan Club & Newsletter
(Authorized & guided by the family of Jeff Buckley)
*All rights reserved* Vol. 11:05 06/02/09
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-Grace Around The World: DVD & CD Release
-Fan Bundle w/ MP3 Album Extra
-Rolling Stone JB Podcast Series
-Amazing Grace Film: Downloads& Trailer
-GATW Official LA Release Event:
-Meet&Greet, After Party & Gift Bags
SCENE & HEARD -[Jeff Mentions From Around The World]
– Update on World-Wide Release Events
– Artist Direct-Grace (120 Min Live) Video Premiere
– Artist Direct-Interview: Moby Talks About Jeff
– Yahoo Music-The Hottest Product Ever!
– MSN Music-The Listening Booth
– Myspace-BBC Late Show Video
– GATW Widget & JB YouTube Channel
– Connect with us on Twitter
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JEFF BUCKLEY – GRACE AROUND THE WORLD
CD & DVD RELEASE JUNE 02, 2009 !!
SPECIAL FAN BUNDLE INFO
KING THEATER MP3 ALBUM- INT’L ORDER LINK !
AOL SPINNER ALBUM PREMIERE
Clash of The Cover Songs
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GRACE AROUND THE WORLD – PREMIERE ON AOL’S SPINNER MUSIC
“It’s as thrilling as the original, with devastating performances from 1994 and 1995 that stretch nearly every phrase into cliff-hanger improvisatory drama” Will Hermes- Rolling Stone
“An artist at his white-light peak” – Will Hermes- Rolling Stone
If you missed the exclusive listening party of ‘GRACE AROUND THE WORLD’ last week on Yahoo, you can still hear the music performances from the audio portion of the DVD before you buy it this week on AOL Music. Also on Thursday, AOL Music’s Spinner will be featuring a Jeff Buckley ‘Clash of the Cover’ songs, pitting Jeff’s version of ‘Hallelujah’ against another artists. Be sure to go to Spinner.com to vote for Jeff’s version, which we all know will be better than whatever it’s up against.
KING THEATER MP3 ALBUM AVAILABLE INTERNATIONALLY !
Jeff Buckley’s Grace Around the World is on the way to your record store but you can order now to take part in a special offer to get a digital album of his May 7, 1995 King Theater performance through the EXCLUSIVE Online Fan Bundle. Go to JeffBuckley.com to order your copy of Grace Around the World now! Exclusive Fan Bundle offer is for U.S. customers only. The King Theater MP3 album is now available internationally, more info at jeffbuckley.com
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ROLLING STONE.COM – JB PODCAST SERIES
– Download First Episode in Podcast Series
– Mary Guibert
– Duncan Sheik
– Moby
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Rolling Stone features the first in a series of podcasts available to celebrate the release of ‘Grace Around The World’. The podcast series marks 15 years since the release of “Grace”. Includes interviews with Jeff Buckley’s mother, Mary Guibert, musicians Duncan Sheik and Moby. Log on to Rolling Stones RockandRoll Daily to download the first in the series. Future episodes will be available on jeffbuckley.com, we’ll keep you updated in JBIN as they become available.
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AMAZING GRACE JEFF BUCKLEY – FILM
– Watch The Film Trailer for Amazing Grace
– Embed the trailer in your website or Blog
– Download Exclusives-Poster, Wallpaper & More !
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The trailer for Amazing Grace: Jeff Buckley, the documentary included in the Grace Around The World DELUXE Edition, is now available to be viewed here: http://tinyurl.com/agjbdoctrailer
“This hour-long independent documentary investigates the power behind Jeff Buckley’s musical legacy and finds revelation at its heart–the fans. The film includes rare performances, exclusive video footage and interviews with all four Jeff Buckley Band members, friends, family, and colleagues, as well as artists (composer, painter, dancer, and singers) who pay tribute to how Jeff inspired them. Produced and directed by first-time filmmakers, the documentary screened at 25 film festivals worldwide (Seattle International Film Festival, Cinequest, CMJ, etc.) and won four awards, including best music documentary and
best film.”
Once & Future Productions is thrilled to finally share their film with those of you who were unable to attend the festival screenings! Download Amazing Grace exclusive poster, wallpaper and banners !
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LOS ANGELES OFFICIAL RELEASE EVENT
– To Benefit Silverlake Conservatory of Music
– Jeff Buckley Never-before seen Art Showcase
– DVD Screening & Performances at Largo
– Meet & Greet with Mary Guibert
– After-Party, Contest & Exclusive Gift-Bags
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We would like to announce an unprecedented event in Los Angeles celebrating the release of Jeff Buckley’s new Live DVD, “Grace Around The World.” Taking place at the famed Largo Coronet Theater, Family and Friends of Jeff Buckley Music have prepared an exciting evening showcasing never-before-seen original artwork by Jeff, a forum with Mary Guibert, and documentary film makers, performances by celebrated guests, and a special screening of the DVD, “Grace Around The World.” VIP Guests will have the opportunity to purchase items in a silent auction and win merchandise.VIP ticket holders will be invited to an exhibit of Jeff’s original artwork, as well as a special after-screening party where they will be entertained by renowned artists in the intimate, eclectic atmosphere of the Little Room at Largo. TICKETS ON SALE NOW !!!
We are proud to be donating the proceeds of the evening’s events to the Silverlake Conservatory of Music in Los Angeles – a non-profit organization designed to facilitate basic music education for youth. As we know, music education enriches the life of the student as well as our community and society. Purchase your tickets immediately as they will go very fast. As devoted Jeff Buckley fans, we have posted this announcement to you first!
Basic Ticket – $45 (Includes Art exhibit, DVD screening event and Q&A with Mary Guibert)Grace Pass/VIP – $100 (Includes pre-screening meet ‘n’ greet with Mary Guibert, and art exhibit with Family, Friends, and Special Guests as well as entry to exclusive post-show party & private performances by additional Special Guests. VIP Pass holders will also receive exclusive gift bags and Jeff Buckley merchandise)
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SCENE & HEARD:
JEFF MENTIONS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
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JEFF BUCKLEY – GRACE AROUND THE WORLD: World-Wide Release Events are scheduled to take place in Los Angeles, Texas, New Orleans and San Francisco. Internationally, two events just wrapped up in Australia and more are taking place in England, France, Ireland and Canada. If you have video, photos or music to share with us, after attending one of these events, let us know at [email protected] Up to the minute info on events here.
Artist Direct is featuring an exclusive video premiere of Grace (MTV 120 Minutes Live) and a streaming video interview with artist Moby, who talks about meeting Jeff and more.
Dave DiMartino penns a feature on ‘Grace Around The World’ on Yahoo Music in “New This Week: The Hottest Product Ever !”
MSN Music is featuring ‘Grace Around The World’ in the Listening Booth and New this week.
Grace, Live from The BBC Late Show performance is available on MySpace Video and MySpace Music. Also available on MySpace Video is the ‘Grace Around The World’ EPK !
Get & Share the official Jeff Buckley Grace Around the World Widget! Use this link to get a code and embed the player in your Facebook, Myspace, Blog and more! You can share Jeff’s videos and music. Also features a Jeff Photo Gallery, news on the documentary film ‘Amazing Grace’. Mobile & Podcast info coming soon !
Check out the Official JEFF BUCKLEY Youtube channel where you can catch Jeff Buckley videos, Share your favorite Jeff videos, add your favorite Jeff videos to your playlist. Currently the JB channel is featuring the video “A Look At Grace Around The World”. Subscribe to Jeff’s channel and stay up to date on the latest Jeff Buckley videos added.
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