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Biography of Johnnie Taylor

The Early Life of Johnnie Taylor Johnnie Taylor, the youngest of three children, grew up in West Memphis (Crittenden County) with his grandmother. She was...

Introduction to Looking Glass

Who is Looking Glass? Looking Glass was a 1970s pop-rock band hailing from New Jersey, USA. The group was founded in 1969, and initially played...

Classic Rock History: The Story and Music of Pink Floyd

Early formation The seeds of classic rock band Pink Floyd originated in London, England. The initial lineup consisted of Syd Barrett (guitars/vocals), Roger Waters (bass...

The Free Movement – “I’ve Found Someone of My Own”

A short introduction to The Free Movement The R&B group The Free Movement's career was fleeting, highlighted by their only two singles – their first...

One-hit Wonder The Jaggerz with “The Rapper”

Introduction to the Jaggerz The Jaggerz were a classic rock group known for their only true hit “The Rapper”. Founder Donnie Iris formed the group...

Biography of Boz Scaggs

Early life and career Blue-eyed soul, classic rock and jazz singer Boz Scaggs was born William Royce Scaggs on June 8, 1944 in Canton, Ohio....

The Fuzz – “I Love You for All Seasons”

Introduction to the Fuzz The Fuzz were an American all-girl R&B vocal trio. D.C., initially calling themselves The Passionettes. The songs of their self-titled debut...

Biography of Robin Trower

Early life and career Although always compared to his peer Jimi Hendrix, blues rock/classic rock axeman Robin Trower is a guitar virtuoso in his own...

Introduction to Humble Pie

Formation of the group Humble Pie is regarded as one of the biggest influences for many rock and heavy metal groups. Before the formation of Humble...

Nicolette Larson – “Lotta Love”

Brief career summary on Nicolette Larson Nicolette Larson was a pop and country songstress, who was famed for her Top 10 hit “Lotta Love,” a...

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What Were the First TV Shows Aired in Color?

Color television was one of the most exciting advancements in broadcasting during the mid-20th century. The Cisco Kid, which ran from 1950 to 1956, was...

Sending Your Message to the Stars: How Forever In Space Makes It Possible

In a world where connectivity knows no bounds, Forever In Space introduces an innovative way to communicate and preserve messages beyond our earthly confines....

Who Were the Top 10 British Female-Fronted Bands of the 70s?

Exploring the music scene of the 1970s reveals an array of talented female-fronted bands from Britain. These groups left an historic mark on the...