This one is a very heart-rending and personal story for Assistant Superintendent David "Kubu" Bengu, who works in CID out of Gabarone, Botswana, in which he is awakened in the middle of the night to be told that his father has died--and worse, has been brutally murdered. He also spent a year on the same stations Cleveland Tonight, with his television years garnering him 11 local Emmys. Michael Sears and Stanley Trollip known collectively as Michael Stanley bring us a brand new gripping story featuring Detective Kubu. Somebody once said that if you love your job then its not really work. When the #2 government mining official ends up dead, an apparent suicide, Kubu finally finds a distraction from his misery, and quickly determines the death was not accidental, and he sets off the find the murderer. What was missing was the wonderful sense of place that are in the previous books. Michael graduated from Plano Senior High School, and went on to earn his Bachelor's of Business Administration and Finance from Texas Tech University in 2004. Cleveland rocker Stanley has died at age 72 after battling lung cancer. Stanley's family says in a statement he died Thursday, March 4, 2021, in Cleveland, where he performed regularly and worked at rock radio station WNCX. (CHUCK CROW/AP) They never got the push from the record company that they should have.. It was signed, T.J. You are a rocker! Plus, weekly show download! Hook is an essential for any good novelhow it start and keeps a leader keep on reading it. Your father's dead. Michael Stanley is the writing partnership of Michael Sears and Stanley Trollip. On Wednesday, the WNCX-FM radio station in Cleveland announced Michael was born November 14, 1962 in Charleston South Carolina. I certainly felt the frustration myself. Thats what I wanted to do.. El, 5150 Calkins Rd, Flint. Age 50, of Grand Blanc, died Friday, December 14, 2012 at his residence. Stanley was part of what would become known as the genre of "heartland rock," emphasizing the values of blue-collar middle America, along with such artists as Bob Seger and John Cougar Mellencamp. He then is assigned the death of a government official and it ends up being tied into his fathers murder. Catch up on last 4 shows: Tour of Australia, Japan, Jamaica, Spain & France; Co-Host Juice Newton; Heartbreak Hotel and Songwriter Paul Williams! WebMichael Paul Stanley was born January 27, 1980 in Freehold, New Jersey to Paul and Eileen Stanley. I have a little MP3 player, he said. His record company changed his name to Michael Stanley. Hardly a day went by when John didn't play a Michael Stanley song - or two, or three. I adored the idea of a Botswanaian police procedural that steps away from the philosophical Mma Ramotswe mysteries. I received an advance e-book copy of A Death in the Family by Michael Stanley directly from the author in exchange for an honest review. Already a member, log in! Thank you to Orenda books for providing me with a copy of this book for review. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. But as popular as MSB was locally, they just couldnt quite ascend to national stardom. Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Doris Stanley. Did we reach the level that we wanted to, or that the fans wanted us to? John himself was behind the microphone in the 1970s and 80s as the afternoon drive disc jockey on then-radio station WSRD, nicknamed The Wizzard.. The native of Northeast Ohio led the Michael Stanley Band to fame in the late 1970s and early 1980s before becoming a popular radio and television host. A good mystery set in Botswana. Monthly Listeners! It has 199 of my favorite all time songs, five of which are Michael Stanley. I probably will try another of these books at some time but better ones are calling me now. You don't do that if you're not successful. For the last three decades, Clevelanders were also lucky enough to have had Michael take us through afternoon drive time, playing classic rock songs on 98.5 WNCX. If not, choose an option to start listening on demand commercial free to all shows now! Even more importantly, Michaels songs spoke to our hearts. And if thats true (and I definitely think it is) then I have been happily out of work for over 50 years! Such grace.. We were big in Denver, we were big in Texas and Florida, but we couldnt get into Indianapolis.". The Michael Stanley Band, or MSB for short, would record 11 studio albums and set concert attendance records at the Richfield Coliseum and Blossom Music Center. I was familiar with Botswana through another series which I feel served to train me to appreciate Michael Stanley's series all that much more. Meanwhile, there is trouble in a mining town as the elders consider whether to allow expansion and relocation of residents, which went badly the last time, antagonizing the young and unemployed. Send us a tip using our annonymous form. He will have a posthumous album, Tough Room, out later this year. "We toured seven or eight months out of the year for 13 years. Stanley's family says in a statement he died Thursday, March 4, 2021, in Cleveland, The 73-year-old rocker - who got sober almost four decades ago - has recalled how he was unable to identify himself from his stage persona, who is famous for wearing signature black eye make-up and parading on stage with snakes around his neck, during his []. It's been a while since I read one of these, but I'd forgotten the stark contrast between this depiction of Botswana, as a nation as flawed as most others, and that if Alexander McCall Smith, whose Botswana is idyllic, full of polite, respectful people who might succumb to greed, bad judgment, or witchcraft from time to time, but not much worse than that. The Michael Stanley Band, or MSB for short, would record 11 studio albums and set concert attendance records in Ohio. A musician & songwriter who could pack arenas. Funeral Home Services for Stanley are being provided by Ertel Funeral Home. We are sad to announce that on February 24, 2023, at the age of 66, Stanley Michael Black of Etters, Pennsylvania passed away. Michael passed away from health complications and was surrounded by his family. Our readers left thousands of comments on our social media Superintendent David Kubu Bengu when his own father is murdered. Read because you love post colonial African detective fiction. Deadline is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Thats the kind of impact they had.. YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) Before the Zoom interview even started, Thomas John turned his phone around to show a large photo hanging on the wall of his basement office. Two years later, My Town became the bands second Top 40 hit, peaking at No. Stanley age of Saginaw, Michigan, born February 3rd, 1928 passed away on February 23rd, 2023 ;Surviving Stanley:Surviving besides his wife Bernice are two sons 33 on the Billboard 100. He co-hosted PM Magazine on Clevelands Channel 8 from 1987-90. WNCX says he will be laid to rest at Lake View Cemetery in a private Stanleys rock career was solid in Ohio and the Midwest, but never quite broke through nationally, save for his hit song He Cant Love You. He later was an afternoon drive DJ and Saturday mornings host playing classic rock on radio station 98.5 WNCX. Michael Stanley's passing at the age of 30 on Thursday, August 11, 2022 has been publicly announced by Sien-Shelton Funeral Home in Skiatook, OK. Michael Stanley.. Example video title will go here for this video. The obituary was A bright light & warm soul. US stocks have surged too high and are now in a "death zone", Morgan Stanley's Mike Wilson said. Stanley told Monica Robins. In 1981, MSB received national attention when the song "He Can't Love You" cracked the Billboard Top 40, getting as high as No. Stanley will be buried in a private ceremony at Lake View Cemetery. He played himself on an episode of The Drew Carey Show,whose theme songs was a cover of Cleveland Rocks and was set in the city. I'm generally not a fan of authors killing of family members of the protagonist. "I got in it to be a songwriter. Subscribe to Deadline Breaking News Alerts and keep your inbox happy. I got in it to be a songwriter. It came to the end of the night and I was like, Wow. He was at the station for more than 30 years, ending his stint just last month when ill health overtook him. WNCX says he will be laid to rest at Lake View Cemetery in a private ceremony, and the family asks that donations be made to the Greater Cleveland Food Bank and Cleveland Animal Protective League in his memory. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The Daily News publishes death notices and obituaries on a daily basis for Norfolkans, area residents and former residents. Kilgroe Funeral Home We regretfully announce the passing of Michael E. Stanley, age 64, of Moody, Alabama passed away on Monday, October 31, 2022. Survivors include daughters Anna Sary (Christian) and Sarah Sharp (Aaron); his sister, Nancy Oosterhoudt and niece Claire Kloss; his wife, Ilsa Glanzberg and stepson Cole Sweeney; and his five grandchildren Mallory Sidoti (Mike), Aidan Kraus, Brody Kraus, Wren Sary and Phoebe Sary. He played in a band that was first called The Tree Stumps, then Silk, and was able to secure his first record contract in 1969. The energy of his music and its ability to bring people together helped to make Cleveland the Rock and Roll Capitol of the World, and it galvanized the community to rally together and make our city the home of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. All the characters are well etched. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. It was really a lot of us against the world kind of feeling, he said. The MSB had its biggest national profile in 1980 when the single He Cant Love You reached No. "A Death in the Family" is the fifth in the Detective Kubu series set in Botswana, South Africa and my third foray into these exciting and hugely entertaining stories. "We were big in San Francisco, but we didnt do much in LA. The rocker was most recognized in the post-Michael Stanley Band years as a local TV and radio broadcaster. Michael Stanley was born on 25 March 1948 (age 72 years; as in 2021 at the time of death) in Cleveland, Ohio, United States. He was graduated from Hiram College. His fathers name was F. Stanley Gee and his mothers name is Martha Galloway Gee. Michael Stanley was one of the most famous American singers, songwriters, and musicians. Born Michael Stanley Gee, he grew up in Northeast Ohio, graduating Hiram College, then later attended on a baseball scholarship. Stanley is survived by two daughters, Anna Sary (Christian) and Sarah Sharp (Aaron); his wife, Ilsa Glanzberg and stepson Cole Sweeney; his sister, Nancy Oosterhoudt, and niece, Claire Kloss; and five grandchildren: Mallory Sidoti (Mike), Aidan Kraus, Brody Kraus, Wren Sary and Phoebe Sary. In the Botswana of detective Kubu Bengu, all manner of nasty things are afoot, including political corruption, mineral exploitation, foreign influence and manipulation, not to mention multiple murders, some of them very close to home. Rabbi Karen Companez officiating. Listen online, phone or pad! You will be redirected back to your article in, Jonathan Majors Talks About Ant-Man And The Wasp: Quantumania Negative Reviews, Spirit Awards: 'Everything Everywhere All At Once' Takes Best Feature, 6 Other Trophies; 'The Bear', Quinta Brunson Tops In TV - Full Winners List, ParaPod Awards Set Nominees For Paranormal Event, Willem Dafoe Requested Emma Stone Slap Him Then Begged For More 19 Times, Prolific Actor Dies At 61 After Aneurysm; Hollywood Reax + Career In Photos, Eyes $51M+ Opening In U.S., A Record For Rocky Spinoff Franchise & Amazon, SAG-AFTRA And Casting Directors Weigh In On Self-Tape Controversy, Oscar Winner Guillermo del Toro On The Films That Lit His Fuse. In its late 70s/early 80s heyday, the Michael Stanley Band would sell out multiple nights at the Richfield Coliseum and Blossom Music Center. My sincere condolences go out to the Stanley family on the passing of Michael. In a letter posted Saturday on the radio stations website, Stanley wrote a farewell to fans: Hey gang Well, if youre reading this then I am off to catch up with that big club tour in the sky. Although he would continue to write, record, and perform his music for fans for decades to come, Michael Stanley became known to a whole new generation in Northeast Ohio on radio and television. It has been important to him to be on air up until recently, because you, his fans, mean that much to him., Stanley left an unreleased album in the can which brought producer Szymczyk back into the fold, more than 50 years after he produced the 1969 album by Silk, followed by a healthy run of records for Stanley and the MSB in the 70s. John himself was behind Kubu is such a lovely character. Stanley age of Saginaw, Michigan, born February 3rd, 1928 passed away on February 23rd, 2023 ;Surviving Stanley:Surviving besides his wife Bernice are two sons and one daughter, Gary Witkowski, Saginaw; Gail (John) Dumbra, Lewiston; Michael Witkowski, Saginaw; six grandchildren, Kirk, Jeffrey (Lauren), Brandon (Crystal), Jeremy, Justin and Johns ultimate tribute to Michael Stanley can be heard through his earphones during his daily walks in Poland Woods. I was like, Damn, Bob (Seger) sure busted out. He thanked his family, friends, co-workers, and supporters "for being a part of my musical journey" and ended with his famous catchphrase: "It's your worldpay attention! The scenes of Kubu in the US were perhaps not strictly speaking necessary, but they were funny. Details! Stanley was deeply involved in the local Cleveland community, so much so that a section of Clevelands Huron Avenue was renamed Michael Stanley Way in 2019. For 12 years, Thomas John introduced the bands at the Agora in downtown Youngstown, for which he was paid. Less than two hours after Stanley's death was announced, the radio station shared a letter he wrote to fans in his final days, beginning with him saying, "If you're reading this then I am off to catch up with that big club tour in the sky." Stanley did his final afternoon drive shift on WNCX on Feb. 19. 2023 Deadline Hollywood, LLC. Of course, as anyone who reads Kubu knows, nuance is not Mabaku's strong point. As international thrillers go you'd be hard pushed in my opinion, to find a better series to indulge in. 33 on the chart. Kubu's focus is all about improving the lives of his fellow natives and the inherent good of the man ensures he is excellent company! Michael Stanley, who became known nationally for a radio hit in 1981 but was the very symbol of rock n roll for decades in the city of Cleveland, died Friday at age 72. This one felt flat. Pictured was a head and shoulders shot of Michael Stanley singing into a microphone. He was 72 and his death was confirmed by his manager. In 1974, Stanley put together the band that would take his name and catapult him to success. You can watch in the player below: Michael Stanley is survived by his wife Ilsa, his two daughters, and five grandchildren. ", RELATED: Fans share favorite memories of Michael Stanley. Kubu's father, an aging man in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease, was his hero and they were very close, so imagine his dismay when he is instructed to have nothing to do with the investigation--although he knows on an intellectual level that it is only right and proper. We are sad to announce that on February 24, 2023, at the age of 66, Stanley Michael Black of Etters, Pennsylvania passed away. Cleveland rock and roll legend Michael Stanley died Friday at the age of 72 following a months-long battle with lung cancer. In 1990, he became the afternoon drive host at 98.5 WNCX, a position he would hold for the next 31 years. But only once, after a Michael Stanley concert, did he forget to get his check. Most of the early records by Stanley and his group were produced by Bill Szymczyk, best known as the Eagles producer. Get our latest storiesin the feed of your favorite networks. Detective novel set in Botswana but for Kudu, this time it's personal! John even sat in on some recording sessions. CLEVELAND Legendary Cleveland singer-songwriter and radio personality Michael Stanley died Friday at the age of 72, following a months-long fight with lung Solid Gold Members get 5 years of shows, classic programs & themed box sets, plus weekly show download! I really, REALLY hope this is not the last in the Detective Kubu series! In 1974, Stanley formed the band that took his name. Two years later, "My Town" became the bands second Top 40 hit, peaking at No. He always has rousers and weepies. The funeral service will be private, and Stanley will be buried at Lake View Cemetery, the family said. The chief is murdered and some elders. Michael was our citys most beloved musician, songwriter and rocker. On March 3, the classic rock station finally acknowledged his absence, saying, Michael Stanley is dealing with serious health issues that prevent him from joining you in his 3-7pm time slot. Photo: 98.5 WNCX/Facebook. According to author Jacob Hoye in his book, "MTV Uncensored," "He Cant Love You" was the 47th video ever played on MTV. The family requests contributions in his memory to the Cleveland Food Bank (www.greaterclevelandfoodbank.org) and/or the Cleveland Animal Protective League (www.clevelandapl.org). 39. Source: music-news.com Alice Cooper didn't know if he should leave the house with his make-up on at the height of his drink and drug addiction. Kubu is told to stay off the case and focus on the murder-made-to-look-like- suicide of a civil servant in the mining department. Stanleys illness became known when he took leave of his usual afternoon radio shift at Clevelands 98.5 WNCX in late February and the station released a statement requesting prayers for his family. MICHAEL STANLEY OBITUARY. Stanley started out as a solo artist in 1973 with two albums in a more contemplative singer/songwriter vein before forming the Michael Stanley Band, whose 1975 debut on Epic Records, You Break It You Bought It, introduced the more robust, arena-friendly anthems that the group came to be known for. John mentioned that the Michael Stanley Band broke the record at the Blossom Music Center for a three nightstand: 64,965 on August 23, 24, and 26, 1982. So that tells you something.. All Rights Reserved. John was close personal friends with Stanley and the other band members, three of whom Gary Markasky, Michael Gismondi and Dan Pecchio were from Youngstown. No, we didn't.". But before the bus pulls out I wanted to thank all of you for being a part of my musical journey. Hardly a day went by when John didnt play a Michael Stanley song or two, or three. I think that some good edits wouldn't have hurt the story in the least, and could have saved the reader from feeling bogged down midway through the mystery. I mean you felt like you were a part of that album even though you werent.. As an early reviewer I had the pleasure of reading my first Detective Kubu Mystery. Michael Stanley, who parlayed rocker stardom in the 70s and 80s into successful stints in radio and television in his later years, died Friday of lung cancer at his home. ", "Somebody once said that if you love your job then it's not really work," he said. He also won 11 local Emmy Awards as co-host of WJW Channel 8s PM Magazine from 1987-90, and then spent another year on the stations Cleveland Tonight. Michael Stanley's passing at the age of 64 on Thursday, June 30, 2022 has been publicly announced by Jones-Walton-Sheridan Funeral Home in Cranston, RI. Marcia L. Stanley died Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Heritage of Bel Family and friends are The group scored in 1981 when the song He Cant Love You cracked the Billboard Top 40, getting as high as No. The cause of death was lung cancer that had been diagnosed seven months earlier. The beloved musician-turned-DJ had been battling a serious illness for some time, and his former manager and best friend David Spero confirms to 3News the local entertainment legend passed away in his sleep Friday night at the age of 72. After the breakup, Stanley returned to solo albums and also hooked up with the bands the Resonators and the Ghost Poets, releasing work on Razor & Tie or his own labels. The different strands of the same story come together at the end. Published: Mar. He passed away August 18, 2020 following a brief battle with cancer. Another excellent addition to the Detective David "Kubu" Bengu series. Services will be held 11:00 AM Monday, December 17, 2012 at Temple Beth. Meanwhile, major trouble ensues in the mining town, when the elders decide not to accept the Chinese mining company's offer. Following his stint on TV, he became an afternoon radio DJ from 1990 through February 2021, alongside occasional albums and local shows. I always find it mind boggling when more than one person has written a book as to how they can get on and make their ideas work together and yet these two are on their fifth book. "And if that's true (and I definitely think it is) then I have been happily out of work for over fifty years!".
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