About me:
This page is dedicated to the talent and legacy of two gifted musicians, Richard and Karen Carpenter. I was privileged to have promoted their music as National Director of Radio Promotion at A&M Records for many years. Meanwhile, my brother David Konjoyan, with Matt Wallace, produced the tribute album, "If I Were A Carpenter," most recently the subject of a subplot in the hit movie "Juno."
Last year, on the 25th anniversary of Karen's passing, I was interviewed by the Los Angeles Times about the impending demolition of the famous Downey, CA Newville Avenue residence of Karen, Richard, and their parents, immortalized on the cover of their multi-platinum 1973 LP "Now & Then." While it would be a shame to lose a pop music landmark, we respect the rights of the current owners. What should be remembered is the music and achievements of this Grammy winning duo. This year marks the 40th Anniversary of their signing to A&M.
Link to Los Angeles Times article:
http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-carpenters16feb16,0,3404540.story?page=1
Jon Konjoyan
Los Angeles, CA
2009
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***LOS ANGELES TIMES REPORTS ON THE HOUSE***
LOS ANGELES TIMES front page story Feb. 16, 2008 "Fans love Carpenters, not carpenters" was quickly picked up by the AP, BBC, NEW YORK TIMES, USA TODAY etc. and went worldwide. Here is a link:
http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-carpenters16feb16,0,3404540.story?page=1
NOTE: Karen would have been 57 at the time, so I guess the reporter, Bob Pool, got confused (?) and wrote that I am 57! (Not yet anyway!!!)
Thanks to TIMES correspondent Jennifer Byrne for her work on this story...............................................................
*PLEASE NOTE* I do not claim to represent Richard Carpenter, the Carpenters, their music or any other related commercial interest. JK
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Here's a quote about the duo that I liked:
"The Platinum Standard in performing and composing, I never tire of hearing their music. It was awesome when they were brand new and I was a kid. It's still the standard today that modern entertainers are very hard pressed to match. Perfection is elusive. The Carpenters are as close to perfection as it gets! Just listen to that voice! Monster talent throughout the entire group! Thanks for the gift of your music Karen and Richard!"
--Darin Kurosu
DesMoines, Washington
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Nov 26 2009 2:24 PM
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Join us for our latest Special Edition just in time for Thanksgiving as we take a cozy, carefree "back in the day" look at the legendary original 5th Fan Club with rare memorabilia including excerpts from the fondly-remembered 5th Newsletters of the '70's. You'll chuckle at the climate of the times & marvel at The 5th Dimension's whirlwind appearance schedule!
Robert
Nov 21 2009 7:05 AM
thanks for even giving me a shot
reply if you can :)
Nov 21 2009 7:01 AM
tell me your story i know you have one!!
hope you liked the music if not totally cool.i still want to hear this story :)
Nov 21 2009 7:00 AM
I ask this because we try to really establish a connection with both our music and as people :)
Nov 21 2009 6:53 AM
so many bands on here it is indeed hard to get heard
really appreciate everything :)
hit me back if you can..
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so many bands on here it is really respectable
so here is my thanks..write back :)
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