Diana Finlay Hendricks

DIANA FINLAY HENDRICKS, a Texas Hill Country–based writer has spent her career in journalism, photography, and feature writing, focusing on Texas and Southern music and culture. She is a regular contributor to the Journal for Texas Music History, Lone Star Music, and recently contributed the James McMurtry chapter to ‘Pickers and Poets: The Ruthlessly Poetic Singer-Songwriters of Texas.’ 

Delbert McClinton Book Signing

DELBERT McCLINTON BOOK SIGNING

 

Intimate NYC Book Release Q&A With Delbert McClinton + Author Diana Finlay Hendricks In Celebration Of Biography 'Delbert McClinton: One Of The Fortunate Few' At Lucille's/B.B. King Blues Club December 6

On December 6th, Delbert McClinton and author Diana Finlay Hendricks will host an intimate Q&A at Lucille’s Bar (located inside BB King Blues Club in Times Square) to celebrate the release of Diana’s new book on Delbert, the American zelig and elder statesman of the blues, Americana and Texas music. 

Join us for a unique opportunity to be part of the studio audience at this intimate conversation as we celebrate the release of the biography, DELBERT McCLINTON: ONE OF THE FORTUNATE FEW, written by Diana Finlay Hendricks. From The Beatles to Emmylou Harris, Bonnie Raitt to The Blues Brothers, indelible songs and stories, GRAMMY wins and beyond, Delbert McClinton's life can be viewed as a soundtrack to pivotal moments in American music history.

At this special release date VIP event, author Diana Finlay Hendricks will interview Delbert and share thoughts, stories and insights. Featuring a long-form interview, short performance, opportunity for audience questions, and a meet and greet. The event is part of the BackStory Events online series and will be live streamed by Guitar World magazine.

‘Delbert McClinton: One of the Fortunate Few’ comes out the same day, December 6, on Texas A&M University Press.  

The event begins at 7PM and tickets are $10 and on sale now at BBKingBlues.com

General Admission - Seated
* First Come, First Seated
* Full Menu Available
* $10 Minimum Per Person, For All Tables
* All Ages

 December 6, 2017
7:00pm, doors @ 6:00pm
Lucille’s Bar & Grill at B.B. King’s Blues Club, 237 West 42nd Street, NY, NY 10036

"Blonde on Blonde"

Deirdre Imus, Founder of the site devoted to environmental health, ImusEnvironmentalHealth.org, a resource for healthy green living where Deirdre shares tips on how to "green" the way you care for yourself, family and the planet. Everything from the food you eat, the clothes you wear, baby care products, cosmetics, and personal care products, you’ll find practical advice and tips for a healthier lifestyle. Deirdre is a vegetarian for life!

Deirdre is also President and Founder of The Deirdre Imus Environmental Health Center® at Hackensack University Medical Center and Co-Founder/Co-Director of the Imus Cattle Ranch for Kids with Cancer. It is the only vegetarian working cattle ranch for kids with cancer.   

Deirdre is a New York Times multiple best-selling author and appears weekly on Imus in the Morning's Blonde on Blonde and Psychos.

The Deirdre Imus Environmental Health Center® works to ensure children live the healthiest lives possible – today, tomorrow, and decades from now. In her quest to clean up the environment for our kids, Deirdre developed the award-winning Greening The Cleaning® program and product line, which replaces the hazardous ingredients commonly found in cleaning agents with environmentally-responsible, less toxic products wherever possible.  The program and products are used throughout the country in schools, healthcare facilities, and businesses.

Deirdre has been the recipient of numerous awards and honors for her impact as a leader in the field of environmental health, and for raising awareness about childhood chronic illnesses that are in epidemic proportions like autism, asthma, and obesity.  Deirdre serves on the boards of several children’s health organizations, including the National Autism Association, Safe Minds, Generation Rescue, SKIP of New York, East Harlem Council for Human Services, Inc., Boriken Neighborhood Health Center.

Tony Powell

What do you get when you cross the charisma of Eddie Murphy, the irreverence of Chris Rock, and the Old School charm of Bernie Mack? I have no idea, however, I do know that when you add a quick wit, great storytelling ability, and the performance chops of a seasoned pro you have Tony Powell.

Like someone getting chocolate in your peanut butter or you getting peanut butter in their chocolate, accidents have a way of discovering pure artistry. While attending the University of Virginia, Tony Powell was asked to calm an unruly audience. Suddenly all those summer afternoons listening to Richard Pryor, and Bill Cosby albums seemed to have purpose. With his trademark quick wit, and clever impressions, Tony released the comedic genie trapped within to the delight of the unruly audience. Who knew at that moment in time that Powell was about to embark on a comedic odyssey that would lead to appearances on The Chris Rock Show , NBC's Showtime at the Apollo and two appearances on A&E's Comedy on the Road. Powell has made several appearances on The Comedy Channel. Powell has also opened for celebrity musical groups such as The Ojays and the Whispers. He has worked as the studio warm-up act for Bill Cosby and Nickelodeon's Keenan and Kel show. Since December of 2007 Tony has brought his comedic talents, as both a writer and performer, to the nationally syndicated radio program "Imus In The Morning;" heard weekdays from 6-10 AM EST and simulcast on the Fox Business Network..

As an actor, he has recently appeared on several national television commercials (Visa, Dawn Detergent, Ritz Crackers, Snuggle Brand Fabric Softener). Tony was also the radio voice of ''Mr. Chill'' for Miller Genuine Draft and the U.S. Army reserves. Powell’s voice talents have also been featured in national radio spots for Fila and Heineken. Powell is a college campus favorite as well. He has performed at over a hundred colleges and universities.

Growing up in East New York, Brooklyn, survival requires one of three things; you either have to be a great fighter, fleet of foot, or be a whole lotta funny. Let's just say, Tony Powell ain't no Ali or Usain Bolt, he is however, a whole lotta funny.

Patrick McEnroe

Patrick McEnroe, who enjoyed success playing tennis on both the collegiate and professional levels, serves as a tennis analyst for ESPN. He has also called play-by-play for select events. He first worked for ESPN on a limited basis in 1995 and ’96 before beginning a more extensive schedule of assignments in 1997. He also has worked for CBS Sports from 1996 - 2008, most notably at the US Open.

McEnroe has also parlayed his experiences on and off the court around the sport – along with his personality, contacts and the respect he’s earned – into important roles with the United States Tennis Association (USTA). In December 2000 was named the 38th U.S. Davis Cup captain, winning the title in 2007 for the first time since 1995. In April 2008, he was named to the newly created position of General Manager, USTA Elite Player Development, as part of a new strategic direction for the development of future American champions. This initiative provides a greater focus on top American junior players and young pros. As such, he will oversee the USTA’s National Coaches and coaching program, as well as the USTA Training Centers in Boca Raton, Fla., and Carson, Calif. He also was coach of the 2004 U.S. Olympic men’s tennis team.

As a junior player, McEnroe partnered with his current ESPN colleague Luke Jensen to win the French Junior doubles and the USTA Boys' 18 National and Clay Court titles in 1984. He also made his first impact on the professional tour that year, teaming up with brother John to win the doubles title at Richmond, Virginia. A three-time singles All-American (1986-88), he led Stanford to NCAA titles in 1986 and 1988.

Most of McEnroe’s professional success came in doubles, with 16 titles and reaching a career-high ranking of #3 in doubles in April 1993. He won the men's doubles gold medal at the 1987 Pan American Games with Jensen, the French Open men’s doubles title in 1989 with Jim Grabb and the Paris Indoor with his brother John in 1992. In 1991, he was also runner-up in the men's doubles at the Australian Open, partnering with his former Stanford teammate David Wheaton. In the Davis Cup, McEnroe represented his country as a doubles player in 1993, 1994 and 1996.

McEnroe’s first career singles final came in 1991 at Chicago, where he faced his brother John. John won the match 3-6, 6-2, 6-4 for his 77th and final singles title. (This was the second time in tour history where two brothers faced each other in a tournament final, after Emilio Sánchez and Javier Sánchez met in the Madrid final in 1987.)

McEnroe's best Grand Slam singles performance came at the 1991 Australian Open, where he reached the semifinals before being knocked out by eventual champion Boris Becker. (Commenting on his fellow semifinalists, he quipped to the press: "It's just like you all expected – Edberg, Lendl, McEnroe and Becker".)

McEnroe’s singles career peaked in 1995 when the righthander reached the quarterfinals of the US Open and reached a career-high ranking of 28 in the world. That year, he won the men's singles at the Sydney Outdoor Championships, his first (and only) career singles title. He also had some notable Grand Slam singles results that year – beating Boris Becker in the first round of the Australian Open (before eventually losing in the fourth round), and then reaching the quarterfinals of the US Open where he lost to Becker in an epic four-hour and seven-minute four set marathon.

Perhaps McEnroe's most memorable – if inglorious – career moment came as a catalyst of tennis legend (and older brother John's own rival) Jimmy Connors’ legendary run during the 1991 US Open. In the first round, while leading Connors two sets and up 3-0 in the third, Connors came back to win in five sets, walking off the court at 1:35 a.m., after 4 hours and 18 minutes of play.

Born July 1, 1966, the New York native was graduated from Stanford University in 1988 with a bachelor’s degree in political science. On December 19, 1998, he married singer and actress Melissa Errico. They have three daughters, Victoria Penny (born 2006) and twins Juliette and Diana (born 2008).

"Battle of the Bands"

The I-Man and the Imus in the Morning gang compare original songs to contempary renditions.