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From secular to salvation
Acclaimed Christian songwriter Lenny LeBlanc did not think that a promotional DVD he had filmed would go national.But by the beginning of September, i-Life, an entity of Inspirational Network will broadcast his "Songs From My Living Room" recording.
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Stateline Mob hits high, singing for more
There's still a few months to go in 2008, but Phillip and Dana Crunk might have already hit their high point - at least so far.The founders of the Southern rock band Stateline Mob performed at this year's Dukesfest, a two-day celebration of all things related to the popular '80s television show "The Dukes of Hazzard."
The Florence Times-Daily |
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Best Bets
TheaterCenter Stage Community Theatre will present "Moonlight and Magnolias" at the Ritz Theater, 103 W. 3rd St., Sheffield. Curtain time is 7:35 p.m. today, Friday and Saturday. Performances also will be Aug. 28-29. Tickets are $10 for adults and $6 for students and children. 381-870 or tvaa.netMusic
The Florence Times-Daily |
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Fruity festival still a small-town delight
A unique festival that sings an ode to a favored fruit is back this weekend. Franklin County's 27th Annual Watermelon Festival will be held today and Saturday in the city's historic downtown area.
The Florence Times-Daily |
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Hip-hop's cash kings 2008
Unlike most pop and rock musicians, who make the bulk of their earnings from record sales and tours, rappers have more diversified portfolios.
International Herald Tribune |
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Best Bets
Joseph Baldwin performs 7-10 tonight at Logan's Roadhouse, Florence. Baldwin's other engagements include: 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Friday and Saturday, Greenhorn Saloon, Jasper; 2:30-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Watermelon Festival, Russellville; 6-10 p.m. Sunday, Woody's on the Water, Columbus, Miss.; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Monday, Jonathan's Steakhouse,...
The Florence Times-Daily |
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Chinese Censors Silence iTunes
In China, frustrated music fans have been unable to download songs through Apple's online store for the past several days
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Always on your mind ...
When Russell Mefford was a kid, he thought the platform-wearing, tongue-wagging members of KISS were like superheroes. Not only that, they came bearing gifts, temporary tattoos. "Every record that you bought from them, you got something from them," he said. Mefford is lead guitarist and vocalist for Shoals band, The Fiddleworms, which satisfies...
The Florence Times-Daily |
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Who Wants to Come to My Birthday Party?
It’s my birthday on Saturday. Woo hoo! In reality, the occasion is not what it once was. This year, there will be no cake or noisemakers, though I haven’t ruled out wearing a funny hat. You never know about these things. But I do plan to have fun. I’m heading down to Missoula to attend the River City Roots Festival, a downtown music gathering. I will meet up with a friend and perhaps bring a ...
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Live Concert Review: NIN at the Toyota Center in Houston
Image from nin MySpace Of all the platinum-level rock acts that rose to prominence in the early '90s, Nine Inch Nails are in many ways the last band standing. Breaking up was never an issue, as Trent Reznor has been the sole director of NIN since its inception, but neither have they become a greatest-hits dinosaur act, an Axl Rose-esque caricature, or one of the many drug casualties ...
Austinist |
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Exposure
Family fun usually is the theme for the summertime. And with this in mind, many area musicians have chosen themed events to showcase their talents and bring acclaim to their bands.
The Florence Times-Daily |
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Best Bets
Gary Nichols will perform tonight at On the Rocks, Court Street, downtown Florence. Joseph Baldwin performs 8-11 tonight at Sidelines Sports Deli, Florence. Baldwin also will be performing 8:45 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Friday and Saturday at PJs, Muscle Shoals; 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Frank's Italian Restaurant, Tuscumbia;
The Florence Times-Daily |
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It's not over until ....
The fun, the food and, oh yeah, the blues are in full swing for the 27th Annual W.C. Handy Festival.While many events have passed, Handy-lovers have more jazz-filled happenings to look forward to in the coming days, including the headline concert Saturday.The festival will end Sunday.
The Florence Times-Daily |
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In the name of art
As it comes annually, the Tennessee Valley Art Association continues its mission of showcasing the art of its members.ArtWorks '08 began Sunday at the Tennessee Valley Art Center with the W.C. Handy Music Festival event Hot Jazz and Cold Lemonade and will continue through Friday, Aug. 29.
The Florence Times-Daily |
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Let the games begin
Today marks the first day of the 27th W.C. Handy Festival. The festival will continue through July 26th with a host of fun and educational events to honor the "Father of the Blues."
The Florence Times-Daily |
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CMJ News Story
Run Mr. Lif, Run! Aug 21, 2008 Story by: Tiffany Kilfeather Politically conscious rapper Mr. Lif plans to release new music in a series that will both align with the presidential race and be inspired/influenced by its progress.
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Frame Of Reference
We last left Karyn Lovegrove and Peter Leak—she a Los Angeles art dealer, he a music manager for Dido and Martha Wainright—at their Los Feliz home, heavy on racy paintings and photography.
Interior Design |
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Please stop BOMU elections, re ipaakanye
I must admit to having been somewhat ruffled by the recent occurrences at the Botswana Musicians Union.
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Owner hopes antique mall spurs downtown growth
Some 55 years ago, Marvin Morgan made a decision to start up a tractor dealership.And he knew the perfect spot for it - downtown Leighton."When we moved here, there were about three grocery stores in Leighton," said Morgan's son, Chuck Morgan. "You'd look up and down the street and there would be people everywhere."
The Florence Times-Daily |
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Nixa's Radiance Effect to perform in Kansas City concert
The Radiance Effect, an alternative rock band from Nixa, will be among the 24 bands to perform at Rock the Light IX in Kansas City over Labor Day weekend.
The Springfield News-Leader |
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Kid Rock's "Rock 'n Roll Jesus" Tears Through Double Platinum
The headlines pretty much say it all.
Marketwire via Yahoo! Finance |
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Gartshore Joins Signature's Lost Songs Cabaret Sept. 3-6
Will Gartshore will replace George Dvorsky in The Lost Songs of Broadway 1940s-1950s, a run of cabaret performances playing in Signature Theatre's ARK Theatre Sept. 3-6 in Arlington, VA.
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Sheryl Crow offers free music to voters
Sheryl Crow is giving away free music -- a tactic she calls the "Tupperware" party approach to inspiring young people to vote.
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Huelsman, Markwart look to help each other
Century cross country runners Nikki Huelsman and Andrea Markwart will be the first to admit that they weren't the best teammates last fall.
The Bismarck Tribune |
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Apple finally ready for iTunes subscriptions?
Three separate reports came out this afternoon--with very similar details--that Apple is preparing to introduce a music subscription service on iTunes.
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