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- 1.) Appearing on the 10th Anniversary of the "American Music Awards" Melissa
- joins Aretha Franklin and Mac Davis, as they play guest hosts for the evening. Later in the
- program, Melissa sings her current hit single: "You should hear how she talks about you!"
- Clearly enjoying her success, she looks "wonderful" as she struts across the stage. 1/83
- 2.) With the success of her current album, Melissa seems to be making the rounds as
- she presents the "Song of the Year" at the 25th annual Grammy Awards.
- Looking radiant as always, Melissa simply shines! 2/83
- 3.) In addition to her musical career, Melissa also tried her hand at "acting." Playing
- the part of a substitute english teacher on the hit television show "Fame." As the
- story unfolds, we learn that her character is unable to sing again, due to having
- nodules on her vocal cords. However, being around the kids, and teaching in the
- school has her wondering if she might be able to perform again. As we learn more
- about her character, the story takes another turn, which provides us with an
- opportunity to hear Melissa's wonderful voice. She performs an accappella version
- of her song "Better Days" which displays her incredible depth as a performer.
- Winning back her self esteem and ambition, Melissa's character takes to the stage
- to perform an "exceptional" version of "City Nights."
- It's a great moment from the past!
- 4.) Returning to the music, Melissa makes a very "striking" appearance on this particular
- special devoted to the "Olympics." Singing "You should hear how she talks about you" Melissa simply
- commands your attention! You'll absolutely love her fringed-torn skirt, which display her incredible
- legs! And her vocal ability is truly fantastic! After her show-stopping number, she visits with
- us for a minute, before she sings a song from "Chariots of Fire."
- 5.) Stopping by the set of "Good Morning America" Melissa visits with Joan Lunden, for a
- delightful interview, centered around the release of her new album "Mathematics." She looks
- wonderful, even for it being such a early morning hour. Their conversation touches upon many
- things: the type of music on this new album, which has a decidedly different edge; and the recent
- birth of her baby boy. Interesting interview!
- 6.) In terms of Melissa's appearances throughout the years, I'm sure this might come as a
- bit of a surprise, but she was one of the guest vocalists at the "Live Aid" benefit designed to end
- world hunger. Taking the microphone several times during finale' "We are the world" Melissa's
- voice truly stands out among the rest.
- 7.) "Entertainment Tonight" spotlighted the "Women in Rock" by presenting interview segments
- with a wide variety of artists: Vanity, Donna Summer, Tina Turner, Laura Branigan, E.G. Daily, and
- even "Melissa Manchester!" Who has just filmed one of the sexiest videos being offered to promote
- 8.) Returning to the "American Music Awards" Melissa presents one of the honors for the evening.
- 9.) In a delightful moment from "Entertainment Tonight" Melissa is shown during rehearsals for
- the touring company of "Song and Dance." With the birth of her baby, as inspiration, Melissa mentions
- it was time to do something "new" within the realm of her career.
- 10.) Stopping by the set of "Hour Magazine" Melissa is truly delightful, as she talks about her
- role in "Song and Dance." This time around, we gain more of an understanding of the part she is
- playing in the show. Ironically, her appearance on that particular day is the 1st birthday of her
- son, and they honor him with a special birthday cake, with "one" candle.
- 11.) Unfortunately, this next moment is already in progress, if only a by a few words, as Melissa
- dresses up the "Tonight Show" with her stirring performance of "An Unexpected Song." Truly
- a wonderful moment. Afterwards, she spends a delightful visit with Mr. Carson, which is interesting
- because she tells of how her and Bette Midler first met.
- 12.) On a different note, Melissa presents an honor on the "Soul Train Music Awards." Joined
- by a group of young kids, she remarks, jokingly: "Four kids and a MOM!" As always, she looks
- 13.) During a very insightful interview on "Good Morning America" Melissa talks about her
- new album "Tribute" and the songs contained therein. They also present a portion of her brand
- new video "Walk on by." Melissa looks radiant!
- 14.) As if setting the stage, this next moment is a "treasure." Unfortunately, I was only
- able to capture a portion of her video "Walk on by."
- 15.) Beginning a phase of personal appearances designed to "ring" in the "New Year"
- Melissa performs "Walk on by" from her new album "Tribute." She looks and sounds
- absolutely wonderful! Another great performance! Returning later in the show,
- Melissa honors Ella Fitzgerald by performing "Lady be good." She even "skats" during
- the song! As always it's a treat watching Melissa perform!
- 16.) Performing another selection from her album, Melissa delivers a stirring rendition
- of "La Vie En Rose" on the Pat Sajak Show. She looks wonderful!
- 17.) Looking absolutely "radiant" Melissa performs an "exceptional" set for those
- in attendance at "The Boston Pops." Starting out with "La Vie En Rose" Melissa treats us
- to a remarkable rendition of this time honored classic. Interestingly, they have added
- a little extra at the beginning, which leads into the song perfectly. Taking a cue from her
- favorites, she then performs "Lady be good" . . . with an even better "skat!" than what we
- heard earlier. Slowing things down a bit, she sits atop the piano to perform her next
- selection, whose title escapes me at the moment. Before she continues with her next selection,
- Melissa talks for a little bit which is kind of different, if you've watched any of the
- concerts from the Boston Pops. As she sits down at the piano, she plays a few bars of Gershwin,
- before launching into an "exceptional" Gershwin medley. Afterwards, she returns to her own
- catalog, to sing "Come in from the rain." Unfortunately, when this was originally recorded,
- the video tape ran out of time; so the last few words are missing. I know when you see the
- perfection in her voice, and her incredible presence on the screen, you'll realize that not
- having this complete, really hurt.
- After the "abrupt ending" of the previous moment, maybe I can redeem
- myself, with the following two appearances, that I just uncovered
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- 18. Appearing on "The Tonight Show" Melissa sings a delightful rendition of the timeless
- classic, "As time goes by!" These moments from the past, are simply "remarkable!"
- As she visits with Johnny, they talk about many things!
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- 19. Ending on a high note, Melissa performs a "spirited" version of her latest
- hit song, "Energy" while on Solid Gold. Dressed in only two "brightly colored oversized
- shirts" she not only hits all the right notes, but does an unbelievable 'leg kick!'
"Video Collection #2"
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1.) Looking absolutely radiant, Melissa makes an "exceptional" appearance on "The Tonight
- Show" with Johnny Carson. She begins by singing a "wonderful" and "highly spirited"
- version of her latest offering from the "Tribute" album, "Lady be good." After dazzling
- us with her incredible voice, she warms us up with her delightful personality,
- as she visits with the late night host. After the break, she returns to
- the stage once again, this time performing "La Vie En Rose" which is
- nothing short of "excellent!" She simply commands your attention.
- 2.) As if the following musical number wasn't enough of a high point, this next
- moment from "The Academy Awards" finds Melissa performing with James Ingram,
- on the hit song: "After all." Once again, she looks absolutely radiant, and her voice
- is in "exceptional" form! A truly fantastic moment!
- 3.) Joining the rest of the entertainers on hand, Melissa lends her incredible voice and
- presence, to "Arista Records" 15th Anniversary Celebration. Stepping from the shadows,
- she performs an "exceptional" rendition of her hit song: "Don't Cry Out Loud."
- 4.) Upon viewing this next moment, you'll instantly be reminded of Melissa's days, as a
- backup singer for "Bette Midler." Everything is in place: the sassy attitude, the
- exceptional delivery, and the "oh-so-short" mini-skirt! Without a doubt, Melissa is
- in top form! Vamping her way through "Miracle in my soul" she stirs up the crowd, as
- she struts across the stage, with only a little bit of her "slip" showing underneath!
- I wasn't kidding about her skirt being really short! Throughout the evening's
- festivities she also plays "hostess!" Which is really cute. Later in the show, the
- lights dim, as she takes center stage to perform a remarkable version of
- "La Vie En Rose." As the show draws to a close, Melissa takes everyone home
- with an accappella version of her signature song: "Better days." Which creates
- a stillness in the room, like none other. Everyone is captivated by her amazing
- voice, but there's still one more moment to come! Taking her place at the
- piano, she treats everyone to a rousing version of "Just you and I." Which is
- absolutely fabulous! Not to be missed!
- 5.) Stopping by "The Tonight Show" with Johnny Carson, Melissa displays
- her "incredible range" as she performs a splendid rendition of "Walk on by."
- Afterwards, she shares a few minutes with the late night host. Melissa is
- 6.) Singing a "standard" from the past, Melissa joins those in attendance for
- an "exceptional" celebration in honor of George Burns' 95th Birthday!
- Looking radiant, Melissa is deeply touched and honored to be a part of the
- 7.) Returning to the "American Music Awards" Melissa presents one of the
- 8.) Appearing on the 20th Anniversary of the "Song Writers Hall of Fame"
- Melissa performs a showstopping version of "Somewhere over the rainbow."
- Which is nothing short of marvelous! Truly a shining moment!
- 9.) "Entertainment Tonight" caught up Melissa as she attended an
- 10.) Time has a way of slipping by, because Melissa next appearance happens
- a year later, once again on the "American Music Awards."
- 11.) Setting the stage for her appearance on "Blossum" Melissa talks about her
- upcoming guest starring role, on the popular television show. During this particular
- interview from "Entertainment Tonight" she confesses that she had never watched
- the show before, and so she had to ask alot of questions about "her" television family.
- 12.) Rarely seen in front of the camera, except in a musical setting, Melissa handles
- her latest challenge with the greatest of ease. Whether it be singing or acting, she's a
- natural, as you will see from her guest role on "Blossum." She looks beautiful, as always.
- Her storyline, shown in flashbacks, centers around her desire to become a singer, which
- meant that she would have to leave her family. As the present mixes with the past, we
- are treated to a "excellent" episode.
- 13.) Making a special appearance on the "Crook and Chase" show, from the Nashville
- Network, Melissa talks about her new album: "If my heart had wings." Rarely are we
- treated to such an indepth moment, as this one turns out to be! She talks about the
- type of music that she has recorded over the years and how they didn't necessarily
- reflect her true self, although they were very successful. She goes on to comment
- that she wrote all or most of the songs on her new album, and giving us a "preview"
- she performs a "wonderful" rendition of the title song. She has never sounded
- better. An absolutely fantastic moment!
- 14.) Covering every angle possible of Barbra Streisand's recent wedding,
- "Entertainment Tonight" spotlights the "song" that she sang to Jim, which just so
- happens to have been written by Melissa! How wonderful it is to see her again!
- 15.) Even though he is no longer with us, his memory will live in our hearts forever!
- As all of his friends share a few of their thoughts, on the incredible talent, and extraordinary
- 16.) Although this next moment doesn't present the most flattering profile of Melissa,
- this is the last appearance within my collection. Preparing to be a part of the stage
- production of "Sweeney Todd" Melissa is shown on camera, very briefly, as she
- mentions how thrilling it is to be a part of the show.
- 17.) On a final note, the cable channel "American Movie Classics" presented an
- "exceptional" concert with Melissa, from the "Rainbow Room" in New York City.
- Melissa looks absolutely "RADIANT!" She is simply "gorgeous!"
- Throughout this wonderful concert, she performs so
- many of the songs that have followed her through the years!
- "Midnight Blue" "The house that love buildt"
- "Through the eyes of love" and "Somewhere over the rainbow"
- Welcoming her dear friend, Peabo Bryson to the stage, the two artists
- perform a delightful rendition of "Whenever I call you friend." Afterwards,
- Melissa leaves the stage for a moment, while he performs "Can you stop the rain."
- Returning to the stage, Melissa joins him for two "exceptional" duets:
- "A whole new world" and "Beauty and the Beast."
- Touching upon some of the selections from her own catalog, Melissa closes
- the show with a few more of her favorites: "Come in from the rain" "Lady be good"
- and "Don't Cry Out Loud."
- Truly a delightful evening!
- After this particular collection was finished, I uncovered
- for taking the time to read through these rather lengthy descriptions!
- I know it seems rather "incredible" to believe!
- All these moments from the past.
- Moments that you might have missed recording.
- And those that you have only heard about!
Throughout the years, I've shared many of these clips from my collection
- with my friends, and they have always been astounded by all the appearances
- that I was able to record. To ensure the highest quality possible, I use a "dual deck"
- vcr when I'm sharing any of these moments from my collection.
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- I look forward to hearing from you!
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