Official Fan Club for Lesley Gore since 1965!
2024: Our 59th Anniversary!
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Lesley Gore International Fan Club Ocean Pines, Maryland Jack Natoli, President Jack: jack@lesleygorefanclub.com Site Updated: May1, 2024 |
January 31, 2024: "A Sign of The Times," a new musical is set to open on February 7th at the New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., NYC. It features the music of Lesley Gore, Dusty Springfield, Petula Clark and others. Complete information at: www.asignofthetimes.com.
November 9, 2023:
ECR Music Group Set to Release Deluxe Edition of Lesley Gore’s Acclaimed Final Album ‘Ever Since’ with Never-Before-Heard Bonus Track
ECR Music Group is set to release the acclaimed final album of legend Lesley Gore as a deluxe edition on November 17th, fully restored, remixed, and remastered by the album’s original producer and ECR founder, Blake Morgan. This new deluxe edition of Ever Since will also feature a never-before-released bonus track––Gore’s final studio recording––recorded during the album’s original 2005 sessions.
“In the years since Lesley’s death in 2015, I’d found it emotionally challenging to listen to the album we made together,” says Morgan. “She was my godmother after all, and I have such rich and beautiful memories of us making Ever Since. I still miss her.”
But earlier this year, Morgan explains that he found himself drawn back to the album––and to more than just listening to it once again. “This past spring, I was suddenly overcome with a need to return to it, and once I did, I rediscovered not only the beauty of the original material, but that we had one more recording we never released––her final studio recording––and, that it was stunning.”
In addition to the ten original tracks on Ever Since, this final studio recording of Gore’s (Morgan and Gore’s reimagining of her previously Quincy Jones–produced song “Love Me By Name”) prompted Morgan to embark on a full restoration, remix, and remaster of the entire album. “We’d tracked ‘Love Me By Name’ in full, but never mixed it back in 2005. Mixing it this past spring provided me the impetus to breathe new life into the entire record and restore it in full, in all its glory.”
The most commercially successful solo artist of the “Girl Group” era of the ‘60s, singer-songwriter Lesley Gore quickly set herself apart. With a string of Quincy Jones-produced chart-topping hits, including “It’s My Party,” “Judy’s Turn To Cry,” and “You Don’t Own Me,” she introduced the world to a brilliant artist with pop instincts and an independent spirit that stood out against the formulaic offerings on the radio. A full-fledged star by age 16, her smash hits rang like anthems for young American women, pointing the way for future generations of rabble-rousing pop singers from Debbie Harry to Lady Gaga.
Produced by Blake Morgan, Ever Since is a timeless collection of classic songs placed in a transparent, pin-lit setting that allows Gore to shine. Included are reimagined versions of two Lesley Gore standards, “You Don’t Own Me” and the Academy Award–nominated “Out Here On My Own” (from Fame), seamlessly interwoven with new songs, including those by Morgan, and Gore herself.
The band—Miles East (drums), John Turner (bass), Mike Errico (guitars) and Blake Morgan (piano)—provides a lush setting for Lesley’s astonishing vocals.
“This remix and remaster of Ever Since isn’t one that attempts to change the nature of this record that so many have loved,” explains Morgan. “On the contrary, it’s a ‘restoration,’ akin to the kind of 4K restoration a movie studio would do for a great movie in their catalog, to preserve it for generations to come. The addition of ‘Love Me By Name’ for this deluxe edition provides the world with a powerful final chapter to this album, and to Lesley’s recording career––an unforgettable one which showcases her artistry at its pinnacle.”
Lesley Gore’s Ever Since [Deluxe Edition] is out November 17th on ECR Music Group.
Press release:
https://ecrmusicgroup.com/artists/lesley-gore/
Pre-save at your preferred music platform:
https://orcd.co/lgde
Pre-order the CD at Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CHFT35Y8
November 9, 2023:
ECR Music Group Set to Release Deluxe Edition of Lesley Gore’s Acclaimed Final Album ‘Ever Since’ with Never-Before-Heard Bonus Track
ECR Music Group is set to release the acclaimed final album of legend Lesley Gore as a deluxe edition on November 17th, fully restored, remixed, and remastered by the album’s original producer and ECR founder, Blake Morgan. This new deluxe edition of Ever Since will also feature a never-before-released bonus track––Gore’s final studio recording––recorded during the album’s original 2005 sessions.
“In the years since Lesley’s death in 2015, I’d found it emotionally challenging to listen to the album we made together,” says Morgan. “She was my godmother after all, and I have such rich and beautiful memories of us making Ever Since. I still miss her.”
But earlier this year, Morgan explains that he found himself drawn back to the album––and to more than just listening to it once again. “This past spring, I was suddenly overcome with a need to return to it, and once I did, I rediscovered not only the beauty of the original material, but that we had one more recording we never released––her final studio recording––and, that it was stunning.”
In addition to the ten original tracks on Ever Since, this final studio recording of Gore’s (Morgan and Gore’s reimagining of her previously Quincy Jones–produced song “Love Me By Name”) prompted Morgan to embark on a full restoration, remix, and remaster of the entire album. “We’d tracked ‘Love Me By Name’ in full, but never mixed it back in 2005. Mixing it this past spring provided me the impetus to breathe new life into the entire record and restore it in full, in all its glory.”
The most commercially successful solo artist of the “Girl Group” era of the ‘60s, singer-songwriter Lesley Gore quickly set herself apart. With a string of Quincy Jones-produced chart-topping hits, including “It’s My Party,” “Judy’s Turn To Cry,” and “You Don’t Own Me,” she introduced the world to a brilliant artist with pop instincts and an independent spirit that stood out against the formulaic offerings on the radio. A full-fledged star by age 16, her smash hits rang like anthems for young American women, pointing the way for future generations of rabble-rousing pop singers from Debbie Harry to Lady Gaga.
Produced by Blake Morgan, Ever Since is a timeless collection of classic songs placed in a transparent, pin-lit setting that allows Gore to shine. Included are reimagined versions of two Lesley Gore standards, “You Don’t Own Me” and the Academy Award–nominated “Out Here On My Own” (from Fame), seamlessly interwoven with new songs, including those by Morgan, and Gore herself.
The band—Miles East (drums), John Turner (bass), Mike Errico (guitars) and Blake Morgan (piano)—provides a lush setting for Lesley’s astonishing vocals.
“This remix and remaster of Ever Since isn’t one that attempts to change the nature of this record that so many have loved,” explains Morgan. “On the contrary, it’s a ‘restoration,’ akin to the kind of 4K restoration a movie studio would do for a great movie in their catalog, to preserve it for generations to come. The addition of ‘Love Me By Name’ for this deluxe edition provides the world with a powerful final chapter to this album, and to Lesley’s recording career––an unforgettable one which showcases her artistry at its pinnacle.”
Lesley Gore’s Ever Since [Deluxe Edition] is out November 17th on ECR Music Group.
Press release:
https://ecrmusicgroup.com/artists/lesley-gore/
Pre-save at your preferred music platform:
https://orcd.co/lgde
Pre-order the CD at Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CHFT35Y8
August 19, 2023: In 2021, Lesley was elected to the New Jersey Hall of Fame. However, she was not inducted that year. When I questioned why, I was told that they could not find someone to accept the award on Lesley's behalf. I put them in contact with Lesley's brother, Michael, who agreed to accept the award. In 2022, Lesley was once again not inducted. I was told that it was because the ceremony that year was being done virtually and that Lesley would be inducted in the next "in person" ceremony. The list of inductees for 2023 have been announced and once again, Lesley is not on the list. This year the ceremony is being held "in person" in Newark, NJ. I inquired once again this year as to the problem, but never received a response. I just don't understand it! If you would like to express your disappointment/displeasure, you may send an email to: tammy@njhalloffame.org. I did not receive any response. Please let me know if you fare any better!
It is with a great deal of sadness that I announce the passing of Lesley's mother, Mrs. Ronny Gore, yesterday, May 29th at the age of 100!
I met Mrs. Gore before I even met Lesley around 1965 and we had remained friends ever since.
A beautiful, gracious lady!
I will miss the many, many wonderful conversations we had throughout the years.
RIP, Mrs. Gore!
I met Mrs. Gore before I even met Lesley around 1965 and we had remained friends ever since.
A beautiful, gracious lady!
I will miss the many, many wonderful conversations we had throughout the years.
RIP, Mrs. Gore!
September 5, 2022: For a detailed list of material in the Lesley Gore Archive at the NY Public Library: (In each of the four Series, click on the "Detailed Description" tab at the top of the page to view the specific list of materials for that section.)
https://archives.nypl.org/mus/185582
https://archives.nypl.org/mus/185582
August 16, 2022: Many of Lesley's fans have asked how they can write directly to the NJ Hall of Fame to express their disappointment. The email I received was from Tammera Uzzell (Operations) and the address is: tammy@njhalloffame.org.
July 6, 2022: The Lesley Gore Archive is now available for free viewing at the New York Public Library. It includes scrapbooks, memorabilia, TV appearances as well as the unfinished autobiographical manuscript!
https://nyti.ms/3uuSGl8
https://nyti.ms/3uuSGl8
April 3, 2021: The upcoming documentary on Lesley has its own Facebook page! Check it out on Facebook at "You Don't Own Me: The Film."
January 6, 2021: Lesley's long time partner, Lois Sasson, passed away on December 30th from complications due to Covid-19. https://www.legacy.com/amp/obituaries/nytimes/197427298...
January 3, 2021: Check out this site: https://www.itshouldhavebeenahit.com/
On this site, there is an unreleased song by Lesley and Lou Christie "Don't You Remember?" Also, Lou conducted a three part interview with Lesley in 1990 when they were appearing together. Very interesting!
On this site, there is an unreleased song by Lesley and Lou Christie "Don't You Remember?" Also, Lou conducted a three part interview with Lesley in 1990 when they were appearing together. Very interesting!
February 8, 2017: In the Fall of 2010, Lesley recorded "Satin Doll," a beautiful, jazzy song for Tony Dodge's play "Venus Flytrap. You can hear it here:
https://youtu.be/Uxo-_tsawp4.
https://youtu.be/Uxo-_tsawp4.
October 24, 2016: As many of you know, Tracy Stark was Lesley's musical director for many years. She is also a very talented singer/songwriter! Tracy is releasing a new CD "Shades of Beautiful" (Miranda Records) on October 26th. She will be having a CD Release Party at Pangea in NYC at 7:30 pm (www.pangeanyc.com). On the CD, Lesley sings Tracy's song "Find My Strength." I believe this is the last new recording by Lesley. The song is absolutely beautiful and Lesley is vocally at her very best! The CD is available on Amazon as well as www.cdbaby.com. It will also (if not already there) be available at iTunes. A fantastic CD and a beautiful performance by Lesley!!!Dec. 3, 2016: Shout! Factory! released on Dec. 2nd, the TAMI and TNT Shows in Blue-ray format. It can be purchased from www.amazon.com or the Shout! Factory site.
Complete information can be found at www.shoutfactory.com or Amazon.
Complete information can be found at www.shoutfactory.com or Amazon.
February 28, 2015: Have you heard the beautiful unreleased song on You Tube? It is titled "All About Midnight" and was written by Norman Dolph and Lesley. You can hear it at: http://youtu.be/csgwGR9tvGg I asked Norman about the story behind this song, and he graciously sent me his thoughts and experiences. Will post the story later. The song was written in the early '80's.
July 13, 2012: Congratulations, Lesley, on being inducted into the Rock n Roll Pantheon! Read the entire article at: www.examiner.com/article/the-rock-n-roll-pantheon-inducts-lesley-gore.
Oct. 29, 2010: Lesley's appearance last night with the cast of the Broadway hit "Million Dollar Quartet" at the Nederlander Theater on Broadway can be seen in a You Tube video at: http://broadwayworld.com/videoplay.php?colid=180383. She sang "When Will I Be Loved" and "It's My Party."