As we work through the queue of suggestions and issues, we continue to make updates to the site. Today’s update is with the Songs Played Live (By Album) page. The Come On It’s Christmas / Wonderful Christmas Time issues has been corrected here. While we were in there, we also added the solo, string theory and virtual counts to be shown. Keep in mind this page does take some time to load due to it using every part of the entire database in order to calculate things.
We also updated the Songs Played Live (ABC) and Songs Played Live (Numerical) to remove virtual songs from the overall counts.
It was brought to our attention that some songs in the “performed live” area of the site were not showing the little musical note for shows that you attended once logged in. We believe this issue has now been resolved.
A few updates to the site have been made that I wanted to make you aware of:
Members > Your Songs [Most To Least] The number heard was initially showing the total number including virtual songs. While the total number played was not. Neither number now includes the virtual plays of the songs.
Songs > By Tour > Streaming Tour – The counts for Finally It’s Christmas were off and showing Wonderful Christmas Time and Come On It’s Christmas as 3 virtual and 3 in person. This was due to them being calculated differently as they were part of a medley and has been corrected.
Members > Show Counts and Stats – Similar to above, if you had any of the 3 Streaming Concerts from 2020 for Christmas Ball on your list, Wonderful Christmas Time and Come On It’s Christmas counts were off. This has been corrected.
Members > Public Profiles – Same as above, public profiles have been modified so that the Wonderful Christmas Time and Come On It’s Christmas counts are accurate for when users have the 2020 virtual shows selected.
We are sorry for any inconvenienced these issues may have caused and as always if you notice any issues or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know at blog@hansonstage.com
In 1997 May 6th was declared Hanson Day by then Oklahoma Governor Frank Keating. Since then, fans continued to celebrate the date. In 2012, Hanson announced they’d be doing yearly “Hanson Day” celebrations which now are done several days over a weekend in May in Tulsa, OK. Hanson Day is free to attend for those who are Hanson.net Members. When we say activities are “free” they are free to those with valid Hanson.net membership who have RSVPed for the event. All events and activities are 13+. The weekend typically consists of a free Members Only concert, a second ticketed concert as well as many other ticketed and free events. See below for more information on Hanson Day (HDAY).
Hanson Day 2024 will be May 16-18, 2024. More details can be found at Hanson.net Tickets go on sale February 8, 2024 at 10am CT.
What a pleasure to sit down and chat with the effervescent Tamra Davis. Tamra was the director of the MMMBop and Where’s the love video clips. These videos were one of the main, if not, THE main parts of our Hanson 1997 era. It was through these videos that we were able to connect with Hanson, to visually see them and…. well pause your VHS’ and stare.
Tamra began her career directing music videos for acts like Tone Loc, Depeche Mode, Indigo Girls, NWA, Hanson and Sonic Youth and made her first feature in 92 with Guncrazy starring Drew Barrymore. Ms Barrymore received a Golden Globe Nomination. She them went on to direct feature films staring Chris Rock – CB4, Adam Sander in Billy Madison, Dave Chappelle in Half Baked, Britney Spears in Crossroads and most recently, 13: The Musical for Netflix. She is also known for her documentary work on Jean Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child and The Punk Singer about Kathleen Hanna. After having 2 kids with her husband Mike D of the Beastie Boys she started a career in television and has directed on shows such as Grey’s Anatomy, Dead To Me, The Politician and P Valley. She directed the pilot for High School Musical: The Musical: The Series. She continues to work in documentaries, episodic television and feature films.
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For more than 25 years we have been members of the Recording Academy (The Grammys) and in recent years Taylor has served alongside other members in our region to champion the music community and music fans. This week we all gathered along with our states Lt Gov Matt Pinnell and artists from across the state to work on strengthening the music industry in Texas and Oklahoma. Truly a collection of styles, generations and regions.
Front row (l to r): Lt Gov Matt Pinnell, Taylor Hanson, Dari Lynn, Wanda Jackson
Back row (l to r): Paul Wall, Fred Jones, D “Dangerous” Rob, Kode Ransom, Majeste Pearson, Paul Benjamin, Leona Mitchell, Maggie McClure, Kelly Coffey, Shane Henry
Hansonstage note: While the Andrew WK song was written at Fool’s Banquet in 2007 which was hosted by Hanson, we do not believe any Hanson actually was involved in the cowrite as the song credits are to Andrew WK and Pedro Yankowitz. We also do not believe the songs were written FOR Carole King (who does not appear to have released them) but written WITH her at the song writing retreat in France.
“MMMBop” waltzed into the music scene in April 1997, dominating the charts. Anyone already born in that decade or who grew up listening to music from the late ‘90s might have heard the smash hit written and performed by the rock band Hanson. The band came into the limelight after “MMMBop” received two Grammy nominations and became the band’s most successful single to date. The lead single from their debut album, Middle of Nowhere topped the charts in at least 12 countries, including Germany, Australia, and Canada.
VH1 ranked it at No. 20 on their “100 Greatest Songs of The ’90s” list, as well as ranking it No. 98 on their “100 Greatest Songs of the Past 25 Years” list.
All three brothers that make up Hanson provide the vocals to their discography. Meanwhile, Isaac played guitar, bass, and piano; Taylor played keyboards and percussion, while Zac played drums and piano.
Over time, it became clear that Hanson had songwriting skills as evidenced by their composition of songs like “Finally It’s Christmas” (2017), “Get The Girl Back” (2013), “Give A Little” (2010), “If Only” (2000), “I Will Come To You” (1997), “Penny and Me” (2003), “Thinking ‘Bout Somethin” (2010), “This Time Around” (2000), “Weird” (1997), and “Where’s The Love?” (1997). It’s not surprising then, that this rock band has served as pen maestros for other artists, even if their fans didn’t realize it.
Below are three songs Hanson penned for other artists.
1. “We’re All Women” by Andrew W.K. (2011)
Written by Hanson and Andrew W.K.
Andrew W.K. may be better known for his songs “Party Hard” and “She Is Beautiful,” which were hit singles in the UK. However, the Michigan-raised rock singer has released numerous songs, including some unpopular ones. “We’re All Women,” one of Andrew’s lesser-known songs, emerged from an unusual collaboration of Hanson and Andrew W.K.
Between 2004 and 2015, Hanson occasionally hosted a songwriting retreat known as Fools Banquet, where they invited other musicians to spend a week collaborating, penning, and recording new songs. This sporadic event led to the composition of several songs, including “We’re All Women”, which Andrew W.K. released in 2011. The song revolves around the theme of gender equality and acceptance.
That we’re all women and men He’s a girl, she’s a boy The same needs, the same wants For love, for joy What are these differences that cloud the way we see? When I see you, do I see me?”
2. “Let You Go” by Carole King (2001)
Written by Isaac Hanson, Zac Hanson, Carole King, and Jez Ashurst
At Miles Copeland’s songwriting boot camp in Chateau De Marouatte in France, the Hanson brothers co-wrote “Let You Go”, a song by the legendary singer and songwriter, Carole King. They also co-wrote and demoed another track, “One More Time,” with King writing at the Chateau. Zac explained to Rolling Stone how “scary” it felt, having to work and write a song with Carole King, saying it amazed him that he got to call Carole by her first name. Taylor concluded that they wrote the song in one day and that Carole King is a “very talented person.”
“Let You Go” is a song written for people who have let someone go but need them back in their lives. Hanson’s writing delivers the words expertly, managing to say out loud what people in such situations would want to say.
You were amazing in ways I never knew
It’s driving me crazy but I can’t get over you
You were holding on and I was letting go
Looking for a love I thought I could control
All the things we said when we had a fight (whenever we would fight)
Now I realize that I was wrong and you were right”
3. “One More Time” by Carole King (2001)
Written by Taylor Hanson, Carole King, Taylor Hanson, and Steve Jones
This time, Taylor was the only Hanson brother involved in writing a Carole King song. “One More Time” was the second track written and demoed at Copeland’s boot camp in France. It was written as another romantic but sad ballad for the fans of Carole King’s beautiful voice. The lyrics of the song capture a sense of longing, nostalgia, and heartache. The lines express the desire for one more opportunity, one more moment, and one more chance to be with someone who has become deeply important to the hero of the song.
This morning we were moon and sun
There was no doubt you were the one
How did it turn around so suddenly?
We were happy, we were sad
Did we have less than I thought we had
What happened to make you say you’re leaving me
One more time, one more place
One more chance for me to look upon your face
One more dream, one last embrace
Don’t just leave me without a trace
HANSON DAY 2024 – RSVP TODAY! Member Exclusive: Make plans to join us in person for a long weekend of music and events unlike any other, and it’s only available to Hanson.net members! Full event schedule and event tickets won’t be available until early 2024, but now is the time to make plans, and text your BFF so you can meet up for a one of a kind weekend in Tulsa OK next May.
Hanson.net members get exclusive access to the Fairfield Inn and Suites during HDay weekend, which puts you one block from 3CG records, and walking distance from Cain’s Ballroom in the heart of Downtown Tulsa. Check back here for booking details when rooms go on sale Friday August 25th at 10AM CT.
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This image was captured backstage at one of the first performances featuring any new music from the Underneath album, back in 2003, months before we brought the music to stages across the country with the Underneath Acoustic project. Thanks for sticking with us through the amazing musical journey of the last twenty years.
The new fall season features challenging games that test the musical knowledge of athletes, musicians, actors, TV personalities, comedians and Olympians, all playing for their favorite charities.
“CELEBRITY NAME THAT TUNE” RETURNS FOR SEASON THREE ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 @ 8/7c ON FOX!
WATCH/SHARE THE ALL-NEW PROMO FOR THE NEW FALL SEASON, WHICH FEATURES CHALLENGING GAMES THAT TEST THE MUSICAL KNOWLEDGE OF ATHLETES, MUSICIANS, ACTORS, TV PERSONALITIES, COMEDIANS AND OLYMPIANS, ALL PLAYING FOR THEIR FAVORITE CHARITIES
Singer/Songwriter and Media Personality Melanie C., playing for Support and Feed vs. Actor/Singer/Songwriter Darren Criss, playing for Planned Parenthood
World Champion Hurdler and Bobsledder Lolo Jones, playing for the Lolo Jones Foundation vs. TV Personality/Actor/Designer Carson Kressley playing for Kempton Community Center
Former Professional Basketball Player John Salley, playing for PETA vs. Olympic Medalist/Entertainer Adam Rippon, playing for Pups without Borders
Former Professional Football Player Rashad Jennings, playing for The Rashad Jennings Foundation vs. Former Professional Football Player Todd Gurley, playing for M.A.D.E Sports Foundation
Actress/Singer Megan Hilty (Smash), playing for Project Angel Food vs. Actress Rumer Willis (Empire), playing for Planned Parenthood
Singer/Songwriter Belinda Carlisle, playing for Animal People Alliance (APA) vs. Singer/Songwriter/Record Producer/Actress Debbie Gibson, playing for The Actors Fund Home
Musician Taylor Hanson, playing for Food on the Move vs. Recording Artist/Global Superstar JoJo Siwa, playing for the JoJo Siwa Childhood Cancer Foundation
Comedian/Entertainer Steve-O, playing for the National Down Syndrome Congress vs. Actress Rachael Harris (Lucifer), playing for the UCP of Central Florida
Comedian/Actress Amanda Seales, playing for Donors Choose vs. Actress Kate Flannery (The Office), playing for St. Mary’s Native American Mission at St. Mary Church
TV Host/Producer Ross Mathews, playing for Palm Springs Animal Shelter vs. Country Singer/Best Selling Author Jessie James Decker, playing for Hope Kids
Stand-Up Comedian/Writer/Actress Tig Notaro, playing for World Resources Institute vs. Actress/Comedian Nicole Sullivan, playing for Foster More
Actor/Stand-Up Comedian Jeff Ross, playing for Planned Parenthood vs. Stand-Up Comic/Podcast Host Michael Kosta, playing for Angela Hospice
Actress/Singer/Humanitarian Kat Graham (Love in the Villa, Cut Throat City), playing for GLAAD vs. Actor/Comedian/Screenwriter Deon Cole (Average Joe), playing for Stand Up to Cancer
Actor/Comedian Mario Cantone (And Just Like That… ), playing for God’s Love We Deliver vs. Vice President of the Oppenheim Group/Real Estate Agent and Reality TV Personality Mary Bonnet (Selling Sunset), playing for Food on Foot
Award Winning Actor/Comedienne/Activist/Author/Producer/Podcaster/Mother, Kym Whitley playing for Karamu House vs. Actress/Stand-Up Comedian Caroline Rhea, playing for Comedy Gives Back
Actress Jamie Chung, playing for City of Hope vs. husband Actor Bryan Greenberg, playing for Planned Parenthood
Entrepreneur and Olympic Medalist Shawn Johnson East, playing for Hope Sports vs. Olympic Medalist Gymnast MyKayla Skinner, playing for Girls on the Run Utah
Emmy Award winning Host/Comedian/Actress/Author Loni Love, playing for Project Angel Food vs. Multi platinum recording artist and global pop act, Ally Brooke, playing for Feeding America
Singer/Songwriter and Musician/Radio Host/Actress Lisa Loeb, playing for SCOPE (Summer Camp Opportunities Promote Education) vs. Singer/Songwriter/Actor Jesse McCartney, playing for St. Jude Children’s Hospital
TV, Film and Stage Actor, Corbin Bleu, playing for The Actors Fund vs. Actor/Comedian/Writer/TV Host Craig Ferguson, playing for United Service Organizations (USO)
Reality TV Personality/Former Professional Football Player Colton Underwood (The Bachelor), playing for the Colton Underwood Legacy Foundation vs. Actor/Musician Jesse Metcalfe, playing for Child Mind Institute
Three-Time Olympic Gold Medalist Beach Volleyball Player Misty May-Treanor, playing for Gary Sinise Foundation vs. TV Host and Star of General Hospital Cameron Mathison, playing for Gateway For Cancer Research
Actress/Stand-Up Comedian/Author Heather McDonald, playing for Hillsides vs. Actor/Stand-Up Comedian Kevin Nealon, playing for The Store Nashville
TV Personality/Podcast Host Teddi Mellencamp, playing for Children’s Hospital Los Angeles vs. Actress/Reality TV Personality/Model Cynthia Bailey, playing for Worthy of Love
SEASON THREE OF CELEBRITY NAME THAT TUNE DEBUTS ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 @ 8/7c ON FOX!
