The singer witnessed racism in the military and in the music industry, experiences that informed his decision to join the Selma-to-Montgomery march in 1965.
Tag: Bennett, Tony
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Letterman, ‘Goodfellas’ and MTV: How Tony Bennett Reinvigorated His Career
Mr. Bennett’s career went downhill in the 1970s, as drug and financial problems haunted him. Then his son became his manager, and everything took a rags-to-riches turn.
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Tony Bennett’s 10 Essential Songs
Over a career of 70-plus years, the singer infused his performances with a huge range, dramatic flair, rhythmic agility and an inquisitive approach to interpreting lyrics.
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Forget What the Song Says. Tony Bennett’s Heart Never Left New York.
The singer may have become famous for “I Left My Heart in San Francisco,” but he will always be the kid from Astoria who made a go of it in Manhattan.
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The Amiable, Unswerving Tony Bennett
In an 80-year career, he stuck with one mission: illuminating songs he cherished.