Ray Scott Dies: Creator Of Long Running ‘Bassmaster’ TV Franchise, Father Of Modern Bass Fishing Was 88

Alan Light If Leonard Cohen built a tower of just one song, it was “Hallelujah” — the subject of a film that hits theaters in July,  “Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, a Journey, a Song.” That documentary is inspired by music journalist Alan Light’s much-acclaimed book, “The Holy or the Broken: Leonard Cohen, Jeff Buckley & the Unlikely Ascent of ‘Hallelujah’,” originally published in 2012 and being reissued June 7 with substantial additions that have Light bringing the history of one of the 20th century’s most remarkably enduring songs forward into its arguably most impactful years yet.In this excerpt from the afterward, exclusive to Variety, Light explores some of the unlikely lives that “Hallelujah” has taken on in recent years — starting with its adaptation into a country song, and especially focusing on how it’s become a favorite pick for singers to include on their Christmas albums, as a holiday hymn… quite a contrast to the more carnal connotations that many associate with the original lyrics. (Pre-order the new edition of Light’s book here.) Our excerpt has Light picking up the song’s story in the 2010s:“Hallelujah” continued making inroads into other genres of music.

Robin Roberts was one of the Good Morning America co-anchors absent from the ABC daytime show on Monday as she marked Memorial Day.MORE: Robin Roberts makes heartbreaking revelation about partner AmberThe TV star, along with Michael Strahan and George Stephanopoulos, had the day off on the US holiday, which honors the lives of military personnel, in particular those who have died while serving in the United States armed forces.The day will no doubt have been poignant for Robin, who has a close connection to the military in her own family.VIDEO: Robin Roberts shares glimpse inside her Connecticut homeHer beloved father Colonel Lawrence E. Roberts dedicated more than 32 years of his life to the military, and Robin has proudly opened up about his legacy on many occasions.MORE: Robin Roberts shares emotional details from Naomi Judd's memorialMORE: Robin Roberts shares emotional family update on Mother's DayThe star will no doubt have her father on her mind during her time off work.

CHVRCHES have teamed up with handmade FX pedals company Old Blood Noise to release an effects pedal.The ‘Screen Violence’ pedal is inspired by the band’s critically acclaimed fourth album of the same name. The new tech is out today (May 26) and will also be available at the Glaswegian band’s next shows.“We are really proud to be collaborating with Old Blood Noise because both Iain [Cook] and I used so many of their pedals during the making of ‘Screen Violence’, the album,” Martin Doherty said.

Shirley Halperin Executive Editor, MusicVeteran music promoter, filmmaker and venue owner Peter Shapiro is lifting the curtain on a career that spans 10,000 concerts. “The Music Never Stops: What Putting on 10,000 Shows Has Taught Me About Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Magic,” will be released by Hachette Books on August 2.Described as “perhaps the most notable independent concert promoter since Bill Graham,” a sentiment shared by Steven Van Zandt and others in advanced praise for the book, Shapiro is known for his long-standing relationship with the Grateful Dead and its myriad offshoot projects.His roots in the scene go back to when he acquired and ran jam band destination the Wetlands in downtown Manhattan — while still in his 20s — to opening Brooklyn Bowl and expanding the franchise to Las Vegas, Philadelphia and Nashville, to staging the Grateful Dead’s 50th anniversary “Fare Thee Well” tour, featuring the co-founders Bob Weir, Phil Lesh, Mickey Hart and Bill Kreutzmann with Phish’s Trey Anastasio.

Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick’s kids are still adjusting to their mom’s relationship — and now marriage — with Travis Barker. «Kourtney and Travis' relationship has been bit of an adjustment for Kourtney's kids,» a source tells ET. «They are a little overwhelmed by the PDA and media attention surrounding Kourtney, Travis and them, but ultimately, they are happy.” The source added that Kourtney’s relationship with Scott further complicates her kids’ feelings. »Kourtney's kids are still very protective of their dad and since there is still some animosity on Scott's part, it's been a work in progress.

Making his rounds! Scott Disick has been keeping himself busy while his ex Kourtney Kardashian and her new husband, Travis Barker, celebrate their marriage in Italy.

Since her wedding to Travis Barker, fans have wondered if Kourtney Kardashian has been married before and how many times she’s been married since she became Mrs. Barker.

Kourtney Kardashian was a vision in white during her wedding to Travis Barker in Italy over the weekend. While the pair are already legally married, they took Portofino, Italy to celebrate their nuptials.Kourtney wore a short, white silk lace and corsetted satin dress by Dolce & Gabbana, inspired by iconic figures of the Italian lingerie and la dolce vita.

Kourtney Kardashian was a vision in white during her wedding to Travis Barker in Italy over the weekend. While the pair are already legally married, they took Portofino, Italy to celebrate their nuptials.Kourtney wore a short white corsetted dress with a lace overlay by Dolce & Gabbana, which she paired with a cathedral-length lace veil, embroidered with a floral design and the image of the Virgin Mary. For his part, Travis looked as dapper as ever in a dark gray tuxedo by Dolce & Gabbana.The couple exchanged vows on a red carpeted altar at the 16th-century Castello Brown in Portofino, where their children were in attendance. Mason, 12, Penelope, 9, and Reign, 7, and Travis' kids Landon, 18, Alabama, 16, as well as his stepdaughter, Atiana De La Hoya, 22, were all by their side as the pair said «I do.»Kourtney's sisters, Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, Kendall Jenner and Kylie Jenner were also in attendance, as well as mom Kris Jenner, who helped walk Kourtney down the castle steps and to the altar.  The couple legally wed at the Superior Court of California in Santa Barbara last Sunday, with the intimate courthouse wedding serving as a precursor to their big Italian nuptials.«Kourtney and Travis are now legally married, but plan to have a big wedding at another time,» a source told ET last Sunday.

Gallery: The man who has stolen Kim Kardashian's heart is a lady killer! This is the star-studded love life of Pete Davidson. . . (BANG Showbiz)Meanwhile, Kourtney - who officially married the Blink-182 drummer in a small service in Santa Barbara last Sunday following a "practice" wedding in Las Vegas back in March - is now planning to exchange vows in front of family and a small group of friends in Portofino in the coming days.

An early celebration. Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker are loving their pre-wedding festivities in Portofino, Italy, including a pre-wedding lunch on Saturday, May 21.

Members of the Kardashian family were seen boarding a yacht in Portofino, Italy to enjoy a pre-wedding lunch with Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker. As previously reported, the famous family made the trip overseas to see the oldest Kardashian sibling get married for the first time. On Friday night, the family members in attendance all arrived to dinner in Italy in custom Dolce and Gabbana outfits.

Brent Lang Executive Editor of Film and MediaScoot McNairy, Kit Harington and Josh Lucas are set to star in “Blood for Dust,” an upcoming action thriller that will be directed by Rod Blackhurst.Former friends Cliff (McNairy), a traveling salesman struggling to make a living, and Ricky (Harington), an illegal-weapons dealer making serious money, reconnect one fateful day. Hoping to make some quick cash, Cliff agrees to partner with the violent Ricky, who is expanding his business to include cross-state drug and gun deliveries for John, a mid-level American cartel boss (Lucas).

Tensions were high when Kourtney Kardashian learned her three kids weren’t included in Travis Barker’s proposal — but did Mason, Penelope and Reign miss the couple’s wedding too?

Travis Scott and Morgan Wallen returned to the stage at the 2022 Billboard Music Awards. This marks the first major televised appearances these music stars have made since their respective controversies last year.

A lost star. Fred Ward — best known for his roles in Sweet Home Alabama, Tremors and The Right Stuff — has died at the age of 79.

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