David Foster and Katharine McPhee in Cabaret

GRAMMY(r)-winning composer and producer David Foster joins forces with Broadway and TV star Katharine McPhee for an intimate cabaret concert, performing their hits together.

Foster produced and wrote such hits as Chicago’s “Hard to Say I’m Sorry”, Peter Cetera’s “Glory of Love”, and John Parr’s “Man in Motion” from St. Elmo’s Fire – as well as songs for movies such as Urban Cowboy and The Bodyguard – during the 1980s.

Born in Victoria, British Columbia

David Walter Foster OC OBC is a Canadian musician, composer, arranger, and record producer who is recognized as one of the most prolific and successful producers in music history, winning 16 Grammy Awards out of 47 nominations. Foster first made an impactful mark as keyboardist for Skylark during their early 70s recordings before switching over to producing and writing songs – his breakthrough came with Earth Wind and Fire’s hit “After the Love Has Gone”.

Foster continued his success as a producer, producing hits for Kenny Rogers, Michael Buble, Celine Dion and Madonna among others. In 1994 he took his career in an exciting new direction when he joined Atlantic Records as senior vice president, signing Irish supergroup The Corrs and producing their international No.1 hit “I Swear”.

Foster has an extensive acting and producing resume, appearing in over 40 movies as an actor or writer/composer/musician (including St Elmo’s Fire for which he received a Golden Globe nomination). Additionally, his personal life has seen numerous ups and downs; having been married five times. Foster now shares custody with Katharine McPhee of their son Rennie;

Educated at the University of British Columbia

He performed as a keyboardist for Roxy Theatre’s production of The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Roxy, drawing notice from other producers and musicians for his musical talent in this role. Subsequently he became part of various bands where he would perform.

Foster established Skylark in 1973, recording their number-one hit “Wildflower.” When Skylark disbanded, he relocated to Los Angeles and began producing records for other artists; working closely with Peter Cetera, Foster wrote Chicago’s hit song “Glory of Love”, as well as producing hits by Diana Krall, Chaka Khan, Michael Buble Natalie Cole Kenny Rogers & Brandy among many others.

Foster’s production work blossomed throughout the 80s. He won several prestigious awards such as Grammy’s Producer of the Year in 1993 as well as working with such artists as Barbra Streisand, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston Madonna N’Sync and Gloria Estefan.

As well as his record-setting production career, David Foster is also an esteemed composer and songwriter. His works can be found in film and television productions alike and have earned him multiple accolades, such as receiving a star on Hollywood Walk of Fame near Capitol Records Building. Furthermore, his charitable foundation has raised millions for organ transplant programs for children.

Career

David Foster’s musical passion has always been in his blood, but over the course of his lifetime he has proven himself as more than just an excellent musician. A 14-time Grammy award winner, 7-time Juno recipient, and 3-time Oscar nominee; his work includes writing/producing hits for Earth Wind & Fire, Natalie Cole, Whitney Houston Madonna Rod Stewart Celine Dion Michael Buble plus others such as Earth Wind & Fire Noel Josh Groban Noel These Are Special Times

He has earned several accolades from Billboard, including Producer of the Year, Song of the Year and Record of the Year awards, co-produced Barbra Streisand’s Back to Broadway album which hit number one on Billboard charts, River of Love and Rechordings which contain instrumental versions of some of his best known songs as well as co-producing his Back to Broadway co-producer Barbra Streisand’s Back to Broadway album which also hit #1 and Rechordings which features instrumental versions.

Foster has made waves as both an emerging composer and performer, drawing crowds to his concerts on both the Las Vegas Strip and throughout Asia. Additionally, he’s proven himself an emcee and TV talent search judge on shows such as Asia’s Got Talent; currently searching for his next big stage – possibly Broadway!

Monster Jam – Full-Throttle Family Fun at Prudential Center This Weekend

Experience full throttle family fun at Monster Jam as world-class athletes drive 12,000-pound monster trucks in racing and freestyle competitions, giving fans up-close views of fan favorites like Grave Digger, Megalodon, and Whiplash! Don’t miss this experience for yourself!

While fans enjoy watching trucks such as Bigfoot and Grave Digger compete against each other in racing events, the highlight of each show is undoubtedly the freestyle event. Drivers have two minutes to perform an array of jumps and tricks for the crowd to score them on.

The History of Monster Jam

Monster Jam events have an outstanding safety record; only very rarely has there been an incident when something unintentionally launched from a truck or crush car has struck an attendee, although one such incident led to fatality.

Fans participating in Monster Jam’s FS1 era can put themselves in the driver’s seat by voting for their preferred drivers during freestyle portion and interact with drivers via designated Pit Parties.

Since 1999, four World Finals championship events have taken place since 1999 to showcase top drivers in racing, two-wheel skills and freestyle disciplines. Unfortunately due to complications arising from COVID-19 pandemic they were postponed until 2022 but will return with renewed intensity!

The Trucks

Monster Jam didn’t start off as the billion-dollar event it is today; rather, it began as a mere sideshow at events such as mud-bog events, tractor pulls, motocross races and county fairs. At these early shows were trucks designed as passion projects by off-road enthusiasts who never foresaw that their hobby would become part of a live motorsport tour with competitions that include racing, two-wheel skills and freestyle competitions.

Each truck is powered by a 540 cubic-inch Chevrolet big-block engine which burns methanol to produce 1,500 horsepower, fed through an electronic fuel injection system from Holley that controls air, spark and fuel delivery.

Drivers are protected at all times with a specially-designed roll cage, using a special steering wheel and seat designed to meet their shape. Furthermore, they have access to a computer-telemetry system which helps them monitor and optimize each truck’s performance; even though their size makes them appear unresponsive.

The Tracks

Monster Jam(r) pits world-renowned driver athletes against iconic trucks of all time for high-octane competitions that test speed, agility and engineering to its limits. Monster Jam vehicles generate 1,500 horsepower powered by methanol fuel and are specially-built to maneuver over obstacles while racing along a predetermined course – until only two remain. Qualifying can help establish brackets before racing begins.

Monster Jam also incorporates Freestyle competition, in which drivers perform jumps and stunts that require extreme levels of skill and agility. The top stunts are scored and awarded points; the one with the most points wins the Freestyle title.

Pit Parties allow fans aged two years or over the opportunity to interact closely with Monster Jam trucks up close and personal. Admission tickets must be purchased separately due to capacity restrictions, ticket type availability and local authorities’ regulations.

The Drivers

Monster Jam trucks will roar into Prudential Center this weekend led by world-class athletes. Drivers undergo intensive training for every aspect of the sport and require physical strength and mental stamina to control 12,000-pound trucks that perform backflips, vertical two-wheel skills and reach 70 miles per hour speeds.

Monster Jam drivers are an impressive group, and not all male. Women drivers are an increasingly important component of the roster; 13 female drivers will work this year’s circuit; this number marks an all-time record.

Monster Jam drivers aren’t just athletes; they’re also artists and designers. Each driver is responsible for designing the unique paint jobs and designs on their trucks – perhaps most notable is Backdraft’s 50s hot rod inspired appearance, complete with flames emanating from its hood.

Nicki Minaj is dating a registered sex offender and convicted murderer

Nicki Minaj hasn’t exactly kept the best business the last few months. The Queen rapper recently emerged on Dummy Boy, the newest album from Tekashi 6ix9ine, who’s now confronting 32 years in prison for armed robbery, conspiracy to commit murder, and medication supply. It appears Minaj is dating Kenneth “Zoo” Petty”, a convicted sexual offender and murderer.

Both were spotted cozying up soon after Thanksgiving. Minaj published a pair of Instagram pictures of them hanging out, among which features exactly what fans speculate is a engagement ring. Yesterday, Minaj all but confirmed the dating rumors by posting two pictures.

In accordance with public documents , Petty was detained in 1995 of first-degree attempted rape of a 16-year-old; TMZ notes he employed “a sharp object” during said incident. Petty, who was 16 at the moment, ended up serving four years in prison. In the mid-2000s, Petty was convicted, that the time of first-degree manslaughter. He served a seven-year sentence and was released in 2013.

It’therefore thought the Minaj and father-of-five Petty know each other from Queens, where the “Chun-Li” rapper was raised. In the latest photo of the bunch, Minaj included a caption quoting Adele’& s & “Hello”, and that seems to reference their shared hometown: “Did you ever make it out of that city where nothing ever happens? ”

BET reports that just a week before linking up using Minaj, Petty was seen dating another girl. Back in September, Minaj had been rumored to be involved using Lewis Hamilton, a 33-year-old Brit and Formula One driver.

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