Like so many of you, I've spent the last few days glued to CNN and watching the devastation that hit Oklahoma. Sometimes the news is overwhelming. And sometimes it seems that we have gone from one tragic event to the next. But as I watch the news, I am also overwhelmed by the triumph of the human spirit. Whether they be in Haiti, or Japan, or Joplin, New York, New Jersey, or New Orleans, the Philippines, or Moore, Oklahoma....I am inspired by a steady stream of smiling faces determined to re-build, re-start, and carry on. All of them buoyed by their faith, their families, and their friends.

I know that I often sing songs of heartache. And hope that they bring comfort to those with broken hearts.

But I also sing songs of hope. And my personal hope is that these songs provide comfort to my friends in Oklahoma and in all places that have faced such overwhelming obstacles.

I made it through the rain. And I know that you can too.

My heart goes out to each of you,

Barry

Did you MANILOW ARCHIVES contains never released audio and video footage from Barry’s personal vault? Did you know that Barry chooses the different audio compilations and video footage to share with you on MANILOW ARCHIVES?

Finally, did you know that you can preview some of this never-before-seen (or heard) footage?

Well, you CAN! Simply click on the MANILOW ARCHIVES button on this page. The button is under the cover photo.

Check it out!

Hey Texas!

We are coming back…

Friday, June 28 – Dallas (Grand Prairie) – Verizon Theatre
Saturday, June 29 – San Antonio – AT&T Center
Sunday, June 30 – Houston – Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

All tickets from this past weekend will be honored on the new dates.

See you in a few weeks!

Due to bronchitis and on doctor’s orders, Barry’s concerts this weekend in Grand Prairie (Dallas), San Antonio and Houston will be rescheduled. Barry thanks everyone for their understanding and is looking forward to returning to Texas! All tickets will be honored for the new performance dates, which will be announced shortly.

Who lives where on Facebook? According to FB statistics, about 1/3rd of Barry's "likes" are from the United States. Next up is Indonesia. Followed by:
#3 Philippines
#4 United Kingdom
#5 Mexico
#6 Brazil
#7 Argentina
#8 Malaysia
#9 Germany
#10 Australia

http://www.ksat.com/news/barry-manilow-holding-instrument-drive-for-saisd/-/478452/20165868/-/tmassrz/-/index.html

Ever wonder who likes Barry on Facebook?

22.8% are 45 - 54 years old
20.7% are 18-24
15.4% are 35-44
12.7% are 13-17
11.8% are 25-34
11.4% are 55-64
4.8% are over 65

Where do you fit in?

Concerts this week in TEXAS:

Friday, May 17 - Dallas (Grand Prairie) - Verizon Theatre
Saturday, May 18 - San Antonio - AT&T Center
Sunday, May 19 - Houston - Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

Who is going?

Have you had the chance to check out this month’s episode on MANILOW ARCHIVES?

This month’s audio episode is from a “Master Class” that Barry conducted at the New York Theatre Barn on April 14th, 2013. This special event was a fundraiser for the New York Theatre Barn. In fact, 50% of this month’s proceeds from MANILOW ARCHIVES will go to this special organization.

You can preview the event by clicking on MANILOW ARCHIVES on this page and then click “Watch FREE Previews.”

Here is what Barry has to say about the episode:

MAY 1

Hi Everyone!

Two weeks ago I did my first ever Master Class for the New York Theatre Barn.

The Theatre Barn is an organization that supports young writers who want to be in musical theater.

It’s run by my dear friend Sheilah Rae. We’ve know each other since I lived in New York and accompanied singers, of which Sheilah was one.

It was a great afternoon, with a wonderful audience.

There was no video camera rolling, so this is audio only. But I’m sure you’ll get the vibe of the afternoon.

Hope you enjoy this one.

Barry

Just in time for Barry's concert tonight....

Check out some of the instruments that our friends at the Verizon Wireless Arena in Manchester, NH have collected for The Manilow Music Project!

THANKS GUYS!