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Crowds gather for second day of Essence Music Festival
NEW ORLEANS -- It's day two at the Essence Music Festival in New Orleans. Headlining the free daily seminars at the city's convention center are the Reverend Al Sharpton, comedian...
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Blues Fest blasts off
There's an old saying that the only two things in life that are guaranteed are death and taxes. But for Daniel Dufresne and his wife, Lynn Caron, add attending the Porquis Blues Fest to the list. "I wouldn't miss this for the world," said Caron. She was [...]
Timmins Daily Press |
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Mellow rock 'n' roll
WXPN, the public radio station from the University of Pennsylvania, is collaborating with The Current radio station in Minneapolis for a new project called The Music Exchange.
The Morning Call |
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Luck is running again for 'raw, dirty, heavy, smelly' Motley Crue
Motley Crue's new CD, ''Saints of Los Angeles'' is justifiably being lauded as a return to the group's classic rowdy, hard-rock form.
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The Mighty Boosh headline festival
Thousands of fans of TV comedy The Mighty Boosh will attend a music and comedy festival inspired by the show.
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Bayfest begins
Organizer Michele Stokley had just two words Friday as the set-up for Sarnia's biggest calendar event of the year cranking into high gear. "It's here." Sarnia Bayfest 2008 -- the largest in the summer music festival's 10-year history -- kicks off tomorrow when legendary U. S. rockers [...]
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Fourth, Ocean Springs Music Fest blended
OCEAN SPRINGS -- The city's Independence Day celebration got a little rhythm this year as the city banded together with the Mary C. O'Keefe Cultural Center and combined Front Beach 2008 Celebration with this year's Music Fest.
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Winehouse a hit at Spanish festival
Soul diva Amy Winehouse sipped from a glass of red wine and at first looked a bit unsteady on her feet as she appeared in front of a large audience at the Rock In Rio music festival south east of Madrid.
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The rocket’s red glare...
A colorful firework erupts over Lake DeSoto Friday night during the annual Fourth of July celebration. A crowd estimated between 20,000 and 25,000 took in the evening’s festivities.
Lake City Reporter |
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Samoan Cultural Celebration to include festival, sports
A week of activities that begins with a prayer service tomorrow, sports competitions through the week and culminates in an entertainment-filled festival on Saturday is planned for the annual Samoan Cultural Celebration in Oceanside.
San Diego Union-Tribune |
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Fort Wayne Journal Gazette |
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Same old story for Alkaline Trio’s latest album
It’s hard to imagine what the music industry would be like if Joey Ramone handed in his guitar earlier and pop/punk bands like The Ramones never came about. The problem is, not much has changed in the bands that followed in their footsteps.
The Ohio University Post |
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Off to a rousing start
When hundreds of people parked themselves in front of the main stage in time for the first concert Friday, organizers of the Mariposa Folk Festival couldn't help but be optimistic about the rest of the weekend. Last year's record-breaking event "seems to be translating," said Chris [...]
Orillia Packet & Times |
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GUIDELIGHT
An African cultural event will be from 1 to 4 p.m. July 12 at Saint Joseph United Methodist Church, 6004 Reed Road. The heritage, traditions, music and food of 14 countries will be represented.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette |
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Hillsong gears up for annual conference
One week before World Youth Day tens of thousands of Christians from across generations denominations and cultures will gather at Sydneys Acer Arena for the annual Hillsong Conference which runs from 7 11 July
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Weekend Calendar
13th annual Artisans' Marketplace, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Marblehead. Arts and crafts show features top artists from all over New England. Items include original, handmade jewelry, clothing, hand-painted furniture, bird decoys, blown glass, floor coverings, textiles and tapestries, as well as paintings and photographs. www.marbleheadfestival.org.
The Salem News |
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Volunteer Opportunities San Diego Residents
Volunteer San Diego helps nearly 30,000 individuals, families, corporate and community groups fill volunteer needs at 800 community organizations each year. To volunteer or post volunteer opportunities, visit volunteersandiego.org.
San Diego Union-Tribune |
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Combs Denies Affair with Cook's Mistress
Music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs has slammed allegations he had an affair with the mistress of Christie Brinkley's estranged husband Peter Cook.
Teen Hollywood |
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Carillon dedicated at Kentucky cemetery
Music will be part of every day at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery West from now on.
The Leaf Chronicle |
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5K race highlights growing festival
GREENLAND — A summer celebration ending with the 18th annual Jason Hussey 5K road race will be held on July 19.
Portsmouth Herald |
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Jazz Festival returns to Prescott Park on Sunday
The 13th annual Tommy Gallant Jazz Festival will be held in Prescott Park on Sunday, July 6, from noon until 6 p.m. Get ready, jazz fans and music lovers!
Portsmouth Herald |
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Some might say well done
ROCK veterans Oasis will receive an award for their contribution to the music industry at a glittering event today.
Edinburgh Evening News |
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Production mixes Dr. Seuss with moral values
Fifty-three Honolulu youngsters are learning song and dance numbers and how to entertain, but in "Seussical the Musical" they're also learning how to live life.
Honolulu Star-Bulletin |
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Family, fun and fireworks fill the Fourth
OCALA - God & Country Day, commemorating the United States' birthday, celebrated its own 39th birthday Friday. But for several people living in and around Marion County, the July 4 celebration was a first.For 68-year-old Dave Marquis and his 8-year-old grandson visiting from Melbourne, Joel Marquis, it was a time to hang out and have fun.
The Ocala Star-Banner |
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Photos: Two Rivers Fireworks
The Two Rivers community comes together at Walsh Field to celebrate the Fourth of July with a flag-raising ceremony, music and fireworks.
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