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Jackie Brenston (15 August 1930, Clarksdale, Mississippi — 15 December 1979, Memphis, Tennessee) was an American R&B singer and saxophonist who recorded, with Ike Turner's band, the first version of the proto-rock and roll song "Rocket 88". Returning to Clarksdale from army service in 1947, Brensto... Read More...
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Home news Local News Marrying music and films - North Bay Nugget Feb. 6, 4:30 p.m. at the Capitol Centre — A free discussion will be held on the benefits of collaboration between filmmakers and musicians. Feb. 14, 7:30 p.m. at the Capitol Centre — The North Bay Symphony Orchestra will perform live to the top ...
Music: A reason to extend the season - Corpus Christi Caller Just because it didn't snow in Corpus Christi this Christmas doesn't mean you can't enjoy a little frost this weekend. The Corpus Christi Cathedral will host Frost Holiday Cathedral Spectacular at 7:30 p.m. today and 2 p.m. Saturday. The Christmas ...
Music industry sings a sad song - Australian Broadcasting Corp. Michael Chugg, Phil Tripp and Marcus Seal all say that most gigs and the major music festivals are still selling out. (Getty Images: Kristian Dowling, file photo) ACDC said, "It's a long way to the top if you wanna rock 'n' roll", and conditions in ...
