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Biography of Damita Jo

A little bit something first about Damita Jo Damita Jo was an American actress, recording artist, comedian and lounge music singer. The Texas-born Damita Jo...

Biography of Rufus Thomas

Born to entertain Oldies music fans could very well call Rufus Thomas an all-around entertainer. Aside from being a singer and recording artist, he was...

Biography of Linda Ronstadt

Early life and career Singer-songwriter Linda Ronstadt's ability to bridge many musical styles that even extend to Mexican/Latin and Cajun music reflects her unique personal...

The Story of Traffic

Formation of Traffic One of the founding members of Traffic, Steve Winwood (keyboards/singer-songwriter), once became a member of the Spencer Davis Group in 1963 when...

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 Profiles: History of Journey

Introduction Journey is an American rock band who started their career during the 70s but achieved astronomical success during the 80s music scene. The group...

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 Detergents – “Leader of the Laundromat”

Introduction to the Detergents Specializing in comic parodies, the Detergents were a 1960s group whose record "Leader of the Laundromat" entered the Top 20 in...

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...

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Bizarre Medieval Superstitions: Beliefs That Shaped the Middle Ages

The Middle Ages were a period marked by a deep belief in the supernatural. Superstitions played a significant role in everyday life, influencing decisions...

The Enigma of Medieval Manuscripts: Hidden Secrets and Bizarre Illustrations

Medieval manuscripts contain cryptic languages and intricate illustrations, and their secrets are still not fully understood. Works like the undeciphered Voynich Manuscript and the...

The Impact of Barry White: 70s Love Songs and Smooth Vocals

Barry White's deep, velvety voice and timeless love songs have left an indelible mark on the 1970s music scene. As a defining figure of...
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