[lee martell]

I have read that Barry Manilow has wanted to retire for years, but his agent keeps pushing him to do more concerts.
If that’s true, all Barry has to do is stop performing.

I have heard of this with many up in age performers.
Maybe they get too used to following directions and become a slave to their habit of compliance.
Pat Benatar, one of the Tough Gals of the 1980’s. I’ve heard it said about her.

[Dr. Sivana]

Pat Benatar, one of the Tough Gals of the 1980’s. I’ve heard it said about her.
She took a lot of time off to raise her kids. I think Juice Newton might have, too.

[oldvirginian]

“I have read that Barry Manilow has wanted to retire for years, but his agent keeps pushing him to do more concerts.”

From what I’ve read Barry is managed by his “husband” Garry Kief, who was also his manager when they were only dating.
Can’t let that gravy train stop I guess.

[TBP]

my wife and I went to Manilow’s farewell tour about ten years ago.