Fred Bronson
@fredbronson.bsky.social
Billboard. Star Trek. ABBA. American Idol. Eurovision Song Contest. Philip K. Dick. I think that about says it.
Unforgettable day -- how often is one surrounded by two Motown legends? I'm talking about Valerie Simpson and Smokey Robinson. Their interview will be airing soon on SiriusXM: Smokey's Soul Town on Channel 74.
August 9, 2025 at 8:20 AM
Unforgettable day -- how often is one surrounded by two Motown legends? I'm talking about Valerie Simpson and Smokey Robinson. Their interview will be airing soon on SiriusXM: Smokey's Soul Town on Channel 74.
On July 13, 1985, I was in a trailer at JFK Stadium in Philadelphia writing the script for ABC-TV’s three-hour prime-time coverage of Live Aid, hosted by Dick Clark. It was my first prime-time writing assignment. Thank you, Larry Klein, for telling me I had to say “yes.”
July 13, 2025 at 9:16 PM
On July 13, 1985, I was in a trailer at JFK Stadium in Philadelphia writing the script for ABC-TV’s three-hour prime-time coverage of Live Aid, hosted by Dick Clark. It was my first prime-time writing assignment. Thank you, Larry Klein, for telling me I had to say “yes.”
For the second year in a row, I interviewed Jelly Roll about his participation in American Idol, this time as artist in residence. He loves being on Idol and I love interviewing him.
May 21, 2025 at 9:47 AM
For the second year in a row, I interviewed Jelly Roll about his participation in American Idol, this time as artist in residence. He loves being on Idol and I love interviewing him.
Another season of #AmericanIdol has come to an end. I've been covering the show since season 2. Here's a memory from season 23.
May 21, 2025 at 9:20 AM
Another season of #AmericanIdol has come to an end. I've been covering the show since season 2. Here's a memory from season 23.
Mourning the loss of legendary radio and television personality Wink Martindale. His career stretched out over many decades.
April 17, 2025 at 3:33 AM
Mourning the loss of legendary radio and television personality Wink Martindale. His career stretched out over many decades.
How many people do you know who have a bridge named after them? Me, only 1.
January 17, 2025 at 6:58 AM
How many people do you know who have a bridge named after them? Me, only 1.
My favorite song at #Eurovision 1999 was "All Out Of Luck" by Selma from #Iceland. Years later, she and & her sister took me to the Blue Lagoon, then we had dinner with another one of my Icelandic favorites, Páll Óskar.
January 8, 2025 at 6:12 AM
My favorite song at #Eurovision 1999 was "All Out Of Luck" by Selma from #Iceland. Years later, she and & her sister took me to the Blue Lagoon, then we had dinner with another one of my Icelandic favorites, Páll Óskar.
When I was in Stockholm in May, I was visiting a music publisher when another visitor arrived -- Donny Montell, who has represented #Lithuania in #Eurovision, twice.
January 8, 2025 at 6:07 AM
When I was in Stockholm in May, I was visiting a music publisher when another visitor arrived -- Donny Montell, who has represented #Lithuania in #Eurovision, twice.
Third & final #Eurovision post tonight. In 1996 I met Anna Mjöll from Iceland at the contest in Oslo and discovered we were neighbors in Southern California! Been friends ever since. Here we are at lunch in Palm Springs with her mother.
January 7, 2025 at 5:41 AM
Third & final #Eurovision post tonight. In 1996 I met Anna Mjöll from Iceland at the contest in Oslo and discovered we were neighbors in Southern California! Been friends ever since. Here we are at lunch in Palm Springs with her mother.
More #Eurovision! In 2000, in Stockholm, I flew on the wings of love. I was certain the Olsen Brothers from #Denmark were going to win and I'm not always right -- but this time I was.
January 7, 2025 at 5:38 AM
More #Eurovision! In 2000, in Stockholm, I flew on the wings of love. I was certain the Olsen Brothers from #Denmark were going to win and I'm not always right -- but this time I was.
Speaking of #Eurovision, I was a judge at the #Malta final in February 1998 and we all agreed Chiara was the artist who should represent the country in May. Here we are at #ESC in Birmingham.
January 7, 2025 at 5:35 AM
Speaking of #Eurovision, I was a judge at the #Malta final in February 1998 and we all agreed Chiara was the artist who should represent the country in May. Here we are at #ESC in Birmingham.
One of my highlights of 2024 was taking David Archuleta to see Carrie Underwood's "Reflection" residency in Las Vegas. We had the best time! @carrleunderwood.bsky.social @davidarchuleta.bsky.social
January 6, 2025 at 10:21 PM
One of my highlights of 2024 was taking David Archuleta to see Carrie Underwood's "Reflection" residency in Las Vegas. We had the best time! @carrleunderwood.bsky.social @davidarchuleta.bsky.social
I posted earlier about how much I love Benjamin Ingrosso's new album. Here we are in Malmö, Sweden in May, where I interviewed him for #Billboard.
January 6, 2025 at 5:28 AM
I posted earlier about how much I love Benjamin Ingrosso's new album. Here we are in Malmö, Sweden in May, where I interviewed him for #Billboard.
Shopping for a new chair. This one give me a commanding feeling.
January 6, 2025 at 5:24 AM
Shopping for a new chair. This one give me a commanding feeling.
I love a good yard sale.
January 5, 2025 at 11:10 PM
I love a good yard sale.
Love the photo. Thought I would reply with one of my own, from the early '70s. Left to right: me, John Trimble, Nichelle, and, in costume, Janos Prohaska, whose Star Trek roles included the Horta and the Mugato. Mayor Sam Yorty had proclaimed it Science Fiction and Fantasy Film Week in Los Angeles.
January 5, 2025 at 6:28 AM
Love the photo. Thought I would reply with one of my own, from the early '70s. Left to right: me, John Trimble, Nichelle, and, in costume, Janos Prohaska, whose Star Trek roles included the Horta and the Mugato. Mayor Sam Yorty had proclaimed it Science Fiction and Fantasy Film Week in Los Angeles.
Everyone on Earth should see ABBA's Voyage show in London at least once. And then go back! Here's the view from the Pudding Mill Station, across the street from the #ABBA Arena.
December 27, 2024 at 6:17 AM
Everyone on Earth should see ABBA's Voyage show in London at least once. And then go back! Here's the view from the Pudding Mill Station, across the street from the #ABBA Arena.
Speaking of Neil Sedaka, he knows a good read when he sees one!
December 27, 2024 at 6:14 AM
Speaking of Neil Sedaka, he knows a good read when he sees one!
My 7th book was published this year. A compelling read about the American who became CEO of Universal Music Russia.
December 26, 2024 at 11:42 PM
My 7th book was published this year. A compelling read about the American who became CEO of Universal Music Russia.
I was really surprised when the 5th edition showed up in episode 1 of #TheLastOfUs. As a plot point! #Billboard
December 26, 2024 at 11:40 PM
I was really surprised when the 5th edition showed up in episode 1 of #TheLastOfUs. As a plot point! #Billboard
40 years ago today, I was racing to finish my first book, so it could be published in 1985. #Billboard
December 26, 2024 at 11:39 PM
40 years ago today, I was racing to finish my first book, so it could be published in 1985. #Billboard
Do you know Pat Boone's history with DC Comics? Here's my #Billboard story...
December 19, 2024 at 9:45 AM
Do you know Pat Boone's history with DC Comics? Here's my #Billboard story...
The first year I wrote "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve With Ryan Seacrest," someone snapped a photo of me on stage with Ryan & Mariah Carey, just after midnight in Times Square.
December 19, 2024 at 7:53 AM
The first year I wrote "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve With Ryan Seacrest," someone snapped a photo of me on stage with Ryan & Mariah Carey, just after midnight in Times Square.
Let me take you way back to my high school days when my friend Hal Klopper & I attended a press conference for a new TV series.
December 19, 2024 at 7:40 AM
Let me take you way back to my high school days when my friend Hal Klopper & I attended a press conference for a new TV series.