Deep Something

The New York Times recently ran an article about evangelical Christian leaders warning one another that their teenagers are abandoning the faith in droves.

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A Prairie Home Companion

July 9, 2006 B. John 1040 Views Comedy, Music, Garrison Keillor, Lily Tomlin, Meryl Streep, Prairie Home Companion, Robert Altman

A look at what goes on backstage during the last broadcast of America’s most celebrated radio show, where singing cowboys Dusty and Lefty, a country music siren (Streep), and a host of others hold court.

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Who was the first Elvis impersonator?

June 1, 2006April 29, 2018 B. John 1556 Views Blue Suede Shoes, Elvis Pressley, Impersonators

Ever since Elvis died in 1977, tribute artists have been filling the void. These men, women, and children walk the

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Where Did “Rock and Roll” Come From?

April 29, 2006August 10, 2015 1185 Views Alan Freed, payola, Rock and Roll, Rythm and blues, The Dominoes

Famed DJ and concert producer Alan Freed is widely credited with coining the phrase in 1951. Freed led an interesting life, bringing what we now call “rock and roll” to the masses. Unfortunately, he’s equally famous for his role in the payola scandal of the 1960s.

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Young Persons Guide to The Orchestra-Texas Style

July 19, 2005 B. John 247 Views

Boys cannot audition for soprano or alto roles in that state’s All-State Choir. Girls cannot audition for tenor or bass. No matter where their talents lie. As a result, 17-year-old Mikhael Rawls, who already has won awards for his countertenor ? the male parallel to soprano ? can’t try out in the part where he excels.