There are only a handful of people who meant as much to the world of film as they did to the world of music. I think the case can be made that Frank Sinatra topped them all.
The anniversary of Sinatra's first commercial recording
Somewhere out there, maybe wedged in a pile of other old 78s is an art deco sleeve holding Brunswick 8443. If you’re a Sinatra collector, this is the Holy Grail.
Hank Cattaneo shares stories from on the road with "Mr. S"
As Frank Sinatra's production manager, Hank Cattaneo was the man who made sure everything ran like clockwork. Here he recalls the legendary Live At The Meadowlands performance from 1986.
In addition to all of his other enduring achievements, the Chairman of the Board helped build Sin City not just as it is but, perhaps more importantly, as we wish it to be.
John McCain and Barack Obama may not agree on much, but when they were asked to provide a list of their ten favorite songs shortly before the summer conventions, one artist showed up on both lists.
The tough town he left behind, and the lessons he carried with him.
“When I was there, I just wanted to get the hell out,” Sinatra once said of the town where he was born. “It took me a long time to realize how much of it I took with me.”
Singers of all stripes and types have recognized the greatness of Sinatra over the years. From the Boss to Bono, here’s a sampling of what notable performers have said about Frank Sinatra.