Singer/actress Michelle Phillips (the Mamas and the Papas) was profiled by Cameron in the February 23rd, 1978 issue of Rolling Stone right before the release of her (one and only) solo album Victim of Romance. After the solo album, Michelle focused primarily on her acting and continued to appear on TV shows throughout the ’90s.
Cameron wrote for a publication called Zoo World in the early ’70s. I’ve managed to track down an April, 1973 interview he did with musician/actor Johnny Nash. You might remember Johnny from his big 1972 hit “I Can See Clearly Now”. Although his popularity in the U.S. dimmed, Nash returned to the UK charts in 1975 with his number one cover of the Little Anthony classic “Tears on My Pillow,” followed a year later by another Sam Cooke cover, “(What a) Wonderful World.” He gradually retired from performing during the coming years. “I Can See Clearly Now” has been covered many times, including versions by Jimmy Cliff and (one of my personal favorites) Neil Finn.
I’ve added Cameron’s introduction to his novel, Fast Times At Ridgemont High. Since it’s the 20th anniversary of the film, I’ll keep trying to convince him that it’s time to re-release the book (those Ebay prices are outrageous).
We are pleased to present Cameron’s introduction to Yes’ new 5 CD boxset “In a Word”. Special thanks to Mark and Ignacio!
This appeared in Roger Ebert’s Movie Answer Man Column last week (Thanks Altenyr!):
I’ve added Cameron’s liner notes from Tom Petty’s Anthology – Through the Years. This is a double CD collection of Tom Petty & The Heartbreaker’s greatest hits.
I have a special treat for everyone today. I had the opportunity to talk extensively with Cameron this past week for an exclusive interview with the site. I wanted to avoid the usual questions and focus on more of the obscure (i.e. geeky, fan boy) type of questions about his writing and film career. I can’t thank Cameron enough for his time, generosity and cooperation with making the best interview possible (7,510 words!). I really enjoyed the interview and hope you’ll do the same.
Here’s a still from Cameron Crowe’s Gap commercial entitled “Denim Invasion” starring Kate Beckinsale and Orlando Bloom. As previously reported, this will debut tonight in the United States during “Law & Order,” “Criminal Intent” and “X-Files.” Throughout May, they will air during episodes of “24,” “West Wing,” “Friends,” “ER,” “Will and Grace,” “Felicity” and the NBA playoffs. They will also run in the United Kingdom and Canada.
