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Manu Dibango and His Worldwide Hit “Soul Makossa”

Introduction to Manu Dibango Manu Dibango is a jazz saxophonist and vibraphonist hailing from Africa's French Cameroon.  An only offspring of members from Cameroon's Duala...

The 15 Best Theme Songs From 1970s TV Shows

The 1970s was a great time for the television industry. There were so many hit series that we 70s kids, in particular, grew to...

Lady Flash – From Back-Up Vocalists to Recording Stars

Introduction to Lady Flash The vocal trio, called Lady Flash, were created as a backing  group for Barry Manilow in the mid-to-late 1970s.  When they...

Jorgen Ingmann, the Guitarist from Denmark with a Global Hit

Introduction to Jørgen Ingmann Jørgen Ingmann (born 1925) is a Danish musician but best known as a guitarist who achieved global fame during the early...

The History of Hugo and Luigi

Introduction to Hugo and Luigi Hugo and Luigi was a team of producers, consisting of cousins Hugo Peretti (b. 1916 – d. 1986) and Luigi...

The Venerable Singer Gloria Lynne

Introduction to Gloria Lynne Gloria Wilson, known by the stage name of Gloria Lynne, was an American jazz singer from the 60s music era who...

Top Artists and Bands of the 50s

Elvis Presley was the one who made the musical explosion during the 50s  -- sure, he was not the inventor of rock n' roll,...

Introduction to Ernie Freeman

In the vibrant tapestry of 20th-century music, few names shine as subtly yet significantly as Ernie Freeman. A maestro whose fingers danced across piano...

The Chakachas – “Jungle Fever”

Who are the Chakachas? The Chakachas were a group of studio musicians based in Belgium, first appearing the in the 1950s playing Latin soul and...

Peggy Lee – “Fever”

Introduction to Peggy Lee Peggy Lee is one of the most renowned figures in American entertainment history – she was a talented pop/jazz singer, songwriter...

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How Was Beer Made in the 16TH Century?

Researchers at Trinity College Dublin, led by Dr. Susan Flavin, spent three years recreating 16th-century household beers to study their strength and nutritional value....

How Was Ancient Beer Made From Bread?

Brewing beer is an ancient tradition that dates back thousands of years, deeply connected to human civilization. One fascinating method used by early brewers...

The Impact of ‘Forever’ by The Little Dippers on 1960s Pop Music

When discussing the impact of 1960s pop music, 'Forever' by The Little Dippers is a song that stands out. Peaking at #9 in 1960,...
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