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In Concert, A Moment Of Sudanese Solidarity
All Things Considered , July 18, 2008 - Thirty-three musicians took the stage at Chicago's majestic Millennium Park. They formed an orchestra of brass, strings, percussion, guitars and keyboards, which together backed eight singers from different regions of Sudan.
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IDs released of 2 concertgoers who died in Mich.
ROTHBURY, Mich. (AP) - Authorities say an Ohio man was among two people who died while at Michigan's Rothbury music festival. The Muskegon Chronicle and the Detroit Free Press on Friday identified the two as 28-year-old Mark Heben of Lakewood, Ohio, and 33-year-old Staci Wagner of Waterloo, N.Y.
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'It’s called salsa because it’s hot'
It’s a music so alive that it pulls at your feet and hips, driving you to the dance floor. But if you didn’t grow up with salsa, its complex rhythms can be intimidating. Partners spin around the dance floor, gyrating around each other. Hips and shoulders sway in time, and feet mark the beat of the music. It looks effortless. Spontaneous.
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Free concert next month
I Believe Christian Music Association is hosting a concert, prayer and fellowship event on Aug. 22 at the Victoria Community Center.
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Big-band singer Jo Stafford dead at 90
LOS ANGELES, California (AP) -- Jo Stafford, the honey-voiced band singer who starred in radio and television and sold more than 25 million records with her ballads and folksongs, died Wednesday. She was 90.
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Catch the Buzz: the Vanguard
Who? Like the four-piece's New York City stomping grounds, the Vanguard are a bubbling melting pot of sounds, influences, and ethnic backgrounds -- yet exude an air distinctly their own. Formed by eastern European immigrants David Zawadzki (guitars) and Rasko Ristic (bass), and rounded out by Argentinean Luciano Rovner, the trio soon meet their frontman -- a Virginian named Aaron Barr -- and ...
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Blackburn Performing Arts revamps West End Theatre
Three West End Theatre producers have teamed up to form a new partnership in the Blackburn building on Washington Street to offer high quality music, art and theatre in a community-involved venture, Blackburn Performing Arts.
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Sing us one last song at Shea, Piano Man
By JOSH HOFFNER NEW YORK (AP) -- In 1965, more than 55,000 screaming fans jammed into Shea Stadium to watch the Beatles perform what was one of the most remarkable shows in the history of rock 'n' roll.
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DJ Bounty Killa arrested for profanity in Jamaica
Jamaican reggae and dancehall deejay Bounty Killa was arrested in Jamaica on Friday and charged with using profanity during a performance at a leading reggae festival in Montego Bay.
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Loud Music in Bars Hastens Drinking
Copyright © 2008 ScoutNews LLC. All rights reserved. FRIDAY, July 18 (HealthDay News) -- If busy bars and blasting music seem to go hand in hand, new research from France suggests that might be because loud music encourages more drinking.
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Ames Music School Teaches How to Rock
The movie "School of Rock", about a rock fanatic who tries to teach the musical spirit to school children, must've sounded like a good business model to Al Biela, of Ames Music Studios, who has created his own musical teaching service much like the movie.
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Doha Summer Festival programmes a big draw
DOHA residents came out in force to enjoy more of the treats offered by the Summer Festival yesterday as the campaign continues to unravel many more thrilling events.
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Thanks to This Week's Advertisers
We would like to take a moment to thank this week's advertisers on Phillyist. Sobieski Vodka , the #1 premium vodka from the land where vodka was born. All Points West , the three day music festival at Liberty State Park. Busted Tees , which introduces three new designs a week. American Apparel , where you can buy everything from T-shirts to swim wear. If you're interested in ...
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Sing us one last song at Shea, Piano Man
In 1965, more than 55,000 screaming fans jammed into Shea Stadium to watch the Beatles perform what was one of the most remarkable shows in the history of rock 'n' roll. The concert - at the height of Beatlemania - was the first show at the stadium and the first time a rock band performed at an American sports arena. On Friday, Shea Stadium will be home to one last piece of rock 'n' roll history ...
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Marsalis Protege Turns Mentor to Jazz Trumpeter's Kid Brother
Two decades ago, trumpeter Wynton Marsalis discovered a young blind piano wizard named Marcus Roberts, took him under his wing and nurtured him to jazz stardom.
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Kindergarten holds summer camp
Noble Indian Kindergarten recently organised a summer camp for its students. Delivering the inaugural address, Abdul Rahim Kunnummel, general convener of Noble Indian Educational Society, said the management was committed to proper infrastructure facilities to the school in coming years.
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Floodstock raises $100,000 for local relief
Organizers of Floodstock today presented a check for $100,000 to the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation to help with flood-relief efforts.About 5,000 people attended the July 3-5 music festival at Cabo Grill in Cedar Rapids. The $100,000 donation was raised through ticket sales, sponsorships, beverage and merchandise sales, and a silent auction."This is a tremendous accomplishment and ...
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Singer and radio star Jo Stafford dies at 90
LOS ANGELES - Jo Stafford, the honey-voiced band singer who starred in radio and television and sold more than 25 million records with her ballads and folks songs, has died. She was 90.
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Guitar Hero v. Rock Band: The Battle Rages On
Both Guitar Hero and Rock Band raise the bar, bringing the likes of Jimi Hendrix and Guns N' Roses into the mix
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Fergie to star in musical
Singer will have major role in new Rob Marshall film
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Festivals on tap
The third annual Jersey Shore Film Festival kicks off Saturday at the Jewish Community Center of Monmouth County, 100 Grant Ave., Deal. The opening night program includes "State of Grace," a collage of other films, and a cocktail reception featuring keynote speaker Morris Levy. Tickets for the opener are $26 and can be purchased online at jerseyshorefilmfestival.com.
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Sing us one last song at Shea, Piano Man
In 1965, more than 55,000 screaming fans jammed into Shea Stadium to watch the Beatles perform what was one of the most remarkable shows in the history of rock 'n' roll.
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Jupiter Hotel's indie music package
Given the way the Jupiter Hotel and the Doug Fir Lounge share physical space, this was probably inevitable: The hipster hotel is offering an indie music pacakge, including a free CD and to tickets to a Doug Fir show along with a room.
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Doyle planning Nathan Phillips Square performance
When Christina Doyle was diagnosed with cancer in her leg, the mother of two was told by her doctors to prepare for the worst but 13 years later, the teacher and country singer is alive and kicking.
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Jonas Brothers' Video Music Awards Surprise
The Jonas Brothers want their MTV. And MTV wants them. The trio will be debuting a new song from their new album during the MTV Video Music Awards, sources confirm. This...
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