Special Thanks to the FredNetRadio, BaltimoreNetRadio and OCNJRadio staff Keith, Mike, Diane, MaryAnne, Kris, Ginger, Alicia, Linda, Kim and Emma for all their hard work!
FredNetRadio 2010
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Join us for a birthday celebration for Connie Francis!
Starting today 1 pm NYT on FredNetradio.com, OCNJradio.com and BaltimoreNetRadio.com
At the conclusion of the birthday celebration, join Mike Devita in Baltimore with the greatest instrumental Christmas songs.
Starting at 6 pm NYT, listen to the spounds of the Spotswood Baptist Choir - Hark the Herald Live
http://www.spotswood.org/ for information on attending the performance.
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Thank you to all Brenda's Fans across the world that have called in to send birthday wishes!
We have enjoyed celebrating your life, career, talents and memories.
Have a blessed birthday today Brenda and we hope to celebrate many more in the years to come!
FredNetRadio.com 2010
CALL 540-288-4001 to pre-record your birthday wishes or request to give your birthday wishes LIVE!
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CALL 540-288-4001 to pre-record your birthday wishes or request to give your birthday wishes to Brenda Lee LIVE!
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Wishing you Brenda a very happy birthday and a Merry Christmas from FredNetRadio and BaltimoreNetRadio!
FredNetRadio.com 2010
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FredNetRadio.com 2010
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CALL 540-288-4001 to pre-record your birthday wishes or request to give your birthday wishes LIVE!
or email
Photo Credit: HRMUSIC
FredNetRadio.com 2010
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• Brenda has won every pop award except the Grammy Award. She has received four Grammy nominations which include: "I'm Sorry" in 1960, "Johnny One Time" in 1970, "Tell Me What It's Like" in 1980 and "Honky Tonk Angels Medley" (with k.d. lang, Loretta Lynn, and Kitty Wells) in 1989.
• The British trade paper-New Musical Express Award for Best Female Vocalist for 5 years (1961-1965)
• Aztec Award in Mexico as "Outstanding Foreign Female Artist.
• Has received 5 Edison Awards from Holland. The Edison Award is equivalent to the Grammy Award. Brenda has won more than any other person.
• Held the title of "Most Programmed Female Vocalist" for 5 consecutive years according to Billboard and 3 consecutive years according to Cashbox.
• NARM (National Association of Record Merchandisers) Awards:
• Gold Records include:
• Gold and Platinum Albums
• Charted in more categories (including Pop/Rock, Rock, Easy Listening and Country) than any other female in the history of recorded music.
• Brenda made a Royal Command Performance before Queen Elizabeth II of England on November 2, 1964. She sang "All the Way."
• Inducted into the Georgia Hall of Fame on September 23, 1982 and received a Georgy.
• Received the prestigious Governor's Award on September 6, 1984 at Vanderbilt Plaza Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. This award is from the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS). Only 4 other artists had received this award before Brenda over a 20 year history of NARAS. The other award winners were: Wesley Rose, Bill Williams, Roy Acuff, and Kitty Wells. This award is given to a person who had made a contribution to the recording industry that merits recognition surpassing all other traditional awards and honors. The evening was titled appropriately "A Tribute to a Legend." The ceremonies were attended by family, friends, fans, music industry executives, and performers in country music. Each came to say "Thanks Brenda for what you have done for the entire music world and for Nashville in particular." Mayor Richard Fulton declared it Brenda Lee Day in Nashville, Tennessee. Governor Lamar Alexander proclaimed it Brenda Lee Day in the State of Tennessee. Brenda moved the audience to tears with an emotional speech following the accolades of the evening. At the end of the speech the audience rose to give her a standing ovation. The last standing ovation occurred when the show was closed with Brenda singing an incredibly emotional 18 song medley with Owen Bradley at piano.
• October 3, 1987 was declared Brenda Lee Day in Lithonia, Georgia. A street, Brenda Lee Lane, was named in her honor. Festivities included a parade with Brenda as Grand Marshall, the presentation of the street sign, declaration of Brenda Lee Day in Lithonia, and a reunion with the TV Wranglers.
• In 1990, a miniature rose was named for Brenda by the American Rose Society. The rose is yellow with pink or red edges and is smaller than other miniature roses.
• In 1977 Newsweek named the Top 20 artists of the past 20 years. Brenda was #7 behind Elvis, Beatles, Fats Domino and Rick Nelson but ahead of Connie Francis. She was also named as one of 5 American artists who best survived the coming of the Beatles and the British invasion in the 60s.
• In 1989 Brenda was nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
• Most Consecutive Top Ten Hits - #9 All Time (males & females). The only 2 females ahead of Brenda are Madonna and Whitney Houston.
• Most Charted Singles - #21 All Time (males & females). The only 3 females ahead of Brenda are Aretha Franklin, Connie Francis and Dionne Warwick.
• For the entire decade of the 1960s, Brenda is the Top Female Charted Act and 4th overall behind Elvis, the Beatles, and Ray Charles. Brenda is #27 which includes all acts since the beginning of the Billboard charts in 1955 according to Joel Whitburn's "Top Pop Singles 1955-1990" based on the Billboard charts.
• Brenda has appeared on virtually every major TV show in the United States and in foreign countries.
• On September 23, 1997, Brenda was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. She is the first of the baby-boomers and the youngest person to ever be presented this prestigious honor.
(Information provided by www.BrendaLee.com)
Photo Credit: CMT
Photo Credit: ACM Honors
• Brenda has won every pop award except the Grammy Award. She has received four Grammy nominations which include: "I'm Sorry" in 1960, "Johnny One Time" in 1970, "Tell Me What It's Like" in 1980 and "Honky Tonk Angels Medley" (with k.d. lang, Loretta Lynn, and Kitty Wells) in 1989.
• The British trade paper-New Musical Express Award for Best Female Vocalist for 5 years (1961-1965)
• Aztec Award in Mexico as "Outstanding Foreign Female Artist.
• Has received 5 Edison Awards from Holland. The Edison Award is equivalent to the Grammy Award. Brenda has won more than any other person.
• Held the title of "Most Programmed Female Vocalist" for 5 consecutive years according to Billboard and 3 consecutive years according to Cashbox.
• NARM (National Association of Record Merchandisers) Awards:
• Gold Records include:
• Gold and Platinum Albums
• Charted in more categories (including Pop/Rock, Rock, Easy Listening and Country) than any other female in the history of recorded music.
• Brenda made a Royal Command Performance before Queen Elizabeth II of England on November 2, 1964. She sang "All the Way."
• Inducted into the Georgia Hall of Fame on September 23, 1982 and received a Georgy.
• Received the prestigious Governor's Award on September 6, 1984 at Vanderbilt Plaza Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. This award is from the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS). Only 4 other artists had received this award before Brenda over a 20 year history of NARAS. The other award winners were: Wesley Rose, Bill Williams, Roy Acuff, and Kitty Wells. This award is given to a person who had made a contribution to the recording industry that merits recognition surpassing all other traditional awards and honors. The evening was titled appropriately "A Tribute to a Legend." The ceremonies were attended by family, friends, fans, music industry executives, and performers in country music. Each came to say "Thanks Brenda for what you have done for the entire music world and for Nashville in particular." Mayor Richard Fulton declared it Brenda Lee Day in Nashville, Tennessee. Governor Lamar Alexander proclaimed it Brenda Lee Day in the State of Tennessee. Brenda moved the audience to tears with an emotional speech following the accolades of the evening. At the end of the speech the audience rose to give her a standing ovation. The last standing ovation occurred when the show was closed with Brenda singing an incredibly emotional 18 song medley with Owen Bradley at piano.
• October 3, 1987 was declared Brenda Lee Day in Lithonia, Georgia. A street, Brenda Lee Lane, was named in her honor. Festivities included a parade with Brenda as Grand Marshall, the presentation of the street sign, declaration of Brenda Lee Day in Lithonia, and a reunion with the TV Wranglers.
• In 1990, a miniature rose was named for Brenda by the American Rose Society. The rose is yellow with pink or red edges and is smaller than other miniature roses.
• In 1977 Newsweek named the Top 20 artists of the past 20 years. Brenda was #7 behind Elvis, Beatles, Fats Domino and Rick Nelson but ahead of Connie Francis. She was also named as one of 5 American artists who best survived the coming of the Beatles and the British invasion in the 60s.
• In 1989 Brenda was nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
• Most Consecutive Top Ten Hits - #9 All Time (males & females). The only 2 females ahead of Brenda are Madonna and Whitney Houston.
• Most Charted Singles - #21 All Time (males & females). The only 3 females ahead of Brenda are Aretha Franklin, Connie Francis and Dionne Warwick.
• For the entire decade of the 1960s, Brenda is the Top Female Charted Act and 4th overall behind Elvis, the Beatles, and Ray Charles. Brenda is #27 which includes all acts since the beginning of the Billboard charts in 1955 according to Joel Whitburn's "Top Pop Singles 1955-1990" based on the Billboard charts.
• Brenda has appeared on virtually every major TV show in the United States and in foreign countries.
• On September 23, 1997, Brenda was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. She is the first of the baby-boomers and the youngest person to ever be presented this prestigious honor.
(Information provided by www.BrendaLee.com)
Photo Credit: CMT
Thank you Brenda for allowing us to revel in your amazing music!
Frednetradio.com
Thank you Brenda for allowing us to revel in your amazing music!
Frednetradio.com
We are both honored and pleased to be able to share her birthday today with her and all of her loyal fans by showcasing Brenda and her wonderful music.
Happy Birthday today to you Brenda Lee! Wishing you many more years to come from FredNet Radio!
Photo Credit: Brenda Lee
We are both honored and pleased to be able to share her birthday today with her and all of her loyal fans by showcasing Brenda and her wonderful music.
Happy Birthday today to you Brenda Lee! Wishing you many more years to come from FredNet Radio!
Photo Credit: Brenda Lee
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