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Al appears on guitarist / opening act Dave Nachmanoff's new CD

In late May 2011, Al Stewart went into the studio to sing on his guitarist & opening act Dave Nachmanoff's new CD, "Step Up", on a song they co-wrote, "Sheila Won't Be Coming Home". You can now order a copy of the CD from CDBaby or iTunes, and at Al shows. In this video, Al, Dave, Liz Bligan, Bob Malone, and producer Ronan Chris Murphy add handclaps to the song.

Sgt. Al contest winner announcement and answer key

From RS Productions: "RS Productions is pleased to announce the winner of the "SGT. AL" poster contest. Having labored on for five months, the highly acclaimed honor goes to Tom, Shelly and Lisa Allen with an unbelievable misfire of just one mistake. The Allens have been notified and are the recipients of a dinner engagement with the esteemed Sir Al Stewart. Congratulations to the Allens. A big RS Productions thank you to all the participants of the contest, the response was magnificent.

Here is the long awaited key (answers) to the characters of the popular " Sgt. Al" poster. Here is the answer key in PDF format: Link . RS Productions would like to thank all of the hard core fans who participated in our contest. Stay tuned for the next RS Productions project with Al Stewart.

"There are those that can tell you what your fantasies mean. But I don't feel the need to understand everything." AS "

Al Stewart and Peter White stage rare musical reunion

Singer-songwriter Al Stewart (Year of the Cat, Time Passages) and his former keyboard and guitar player, Peter White, will stage a rare musical reunion at the Sunset Center in Carmel, CA on Saturday, May 7, 2011

The concert, featuring a full band of spectacular performers hand-chosen by White, represents a reunion of good friends and former band mates who have not had the chance to play together for more than 20 years.

White was a key member of Stewart’s band for 19 years before pursuing his remarkable solo career in the smooth jazz format. "I can’t believe it’s been that long," Stewart says. "I know it’s a cliché, but it seems like only yesterday we were touring and playing side by side. This will be an extraordinary evening for me and, I hope, everyone in the audience." "I am really looking forward to this." adds White. "We will definitely have a great time being together again on stage."

The special musical guest for the evening will be Katelyn Clampett, a rising pop and country singer-songwriter with a local connection. Her father, Bobby, is a longtime PGA Tour player and network commentator who grew up on the Peninsula.

Proceeds from the event will benefit the Tyler Heart Institute at Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula, which provides a full range of cardiac care, from prevention to open-heart surgery. A portion of each ticket will be tax deductible. Everyone who attends will also receive a commemorative poster on the evening of the concert.

New Al Stewart poster from RS Productions

From a dressing room discussion several years ago, until now...The latest Al Stewart poster, from RS Productions, inspired by designers Jann Haworth and Peter Blake. All the characters in Al's songs from the beginning of his illustrious songwriting career, on one poster. "...this is simply awesome, this is incredible, I love it, the fans will have an adventure with this. Absolutely the best one to date..." Al Stewart 12/15/10

Videos from I Migliori Anni

"Time Passages"

"Year of the Cat"

Al Stewart in Italy

On November 26 2010 Al will be in Rome Italy performing on an Italian TV show called "I Miggliori Anni" ( The Best years)

He will be performing short versions of Year of the Cat, Time Passages and On The Border with the studio orchestra.

Watch This Space.

Al profiled in Mark Oldman's new book

"Wine makes me dream . . . I dreamt the chorus to my song “Post World War Two Blues.” I’ve also dreamt the same album about three times. Although I never made it, I still remember the chord shapes . . . I’m more imaginative with wine." —Al Stewart

Al Stewart is one of the many celebrity wine lovers to be profiled in Mark Oldman’s new book, OLDMAN’S BRAVE NEW WORLD OF WINE. In the book—a fun-filled and carefully-researched tour of the best, most affordable, and most adventurous wines from around the globe—Al discusses his favorite wines and the many fun experiences he’s had with them, from imaging himself in a Parisian bistro to drinking Tori Amos’s boyfriend under the table. His comments join those from dozens of other notable wine lovers, including actors Hilary Swank and Kevin Bacon, novelist Jay McInerney, designer Zac Posen, and even Bill Nye, the “Science Guy.”

OLDMAN’S BRAVE NEW WORLD OF WINE will be available at book retailers everywhere on September 6th. The book is already available at www.amazon.com/Oldmans-Brave-New-World-Wine/dp/0393334848 . For more information, view the book’s official trailer (www.markoldman.com/videos/brave_trailer ) or visit MarkOldman.com.

The Art of an Album

Al Stewart met recently with Joseph Vella of Boomitude.com to talk about the "Year of the Cat" album. Check out Joseph's blog at Huffington Post and click the YouTube link (14 minutes runtime):

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/joseph-vella/the-art-of-an-album_b_680710.html

Check out interview/footage from Glastonbury 2010

Al Stewart sat down with Kaya Burgess at The Times to talk about his performance at Glastonbury 2010. Watch the interview (runtime 6:53) upon registration at their website: http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/arts/music/festivals/article2582489.ece

"Uncorked: Al Stewart Live with Dave Nachmanoff" now available

Buy CD at Al Stewart's online store.

1. Last Days of the Century/Constantinople/Last Days (Medley)
2. Coldest Winter
3. Warren Harding
4. News From Spain
5. Bed-sitter Images
6. Midas Shadow
7. Running Man
8. Palace of Versailles
9. Auctioning Dave
10. Princess Olivia
11. Life In Dark Water
12. Carol
13. Old Admirals