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Rock 'n roll pioneer dies
Bo Diddley, a founding father of rock 'n' roll, whose distinctive rhythm inspired legions of other musicians including Buddy Holly, has died.
News 24 South Africa
Covington commands the catwalk
The crowd grows quiet as the lights dim, and the runway is illuminated. Upbeat music begins to play, cameras are flashing in all directions, and models parade the runway. This is not a high- profile fashion show in New York City. It is Heathwood Hall Episcopal School's Cleveland Covington's senior exhibition presentation.
Columbia Star
Update: R. Kelly Boots Aspiring Musician From Court, Star Witness Set To Testify Today
A man was removed from the Cooks County Criminal court room Friday after attempting to give his music CD to R. Kelly. Visit SOHH.com for the complete story.
SOHH
Bo Diddley Dies at 79
(FROM AP) - Rock and roll legend Bo Diddley died of heart failure on Monday (June 2) at the age of 79 in his home in Archer, FL, after months of serious illness. Last year, Diddley suffered a heart attack and a stroke.
Entertainment Weekly
Stadlen, Stephenson, Reams and Schworer to Star in Muny's Producers
Several veterans of the Broadway company of Mel Brooks' The Producers will star in the upcoming production of that Tony-winning musical at the St. Louis Muny, the nation's oldest and largest outdoor theatre.
Playbill
Michael Crooke Joins Hot Topic, Inc. As President of the Hot Topic Division
CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif., June 2, 2008 -- Hot Topic, Inc. announced today that Michael Crooke has joined the company as President of the Hot Topic Division. Michael will oversee all elements of the Hot Topic brand including music, merchandising, planning and allocation, marketing, store design and visual, store operations and hottopic.com.
PrimeNewswire via Yahoo! Finance
Twins in top ten of 2008 CPA board exam
At first glance, twins Charles and Christopher Bryan Tan seem like regular, 21-year-old accounting graduates. Born just a minute apart on August 22, 1986, the Tan brothers share similar passions – music, sports and a fondness for Adam Sandler movies. They even share the same clothes at times.
ABS-CBNNEWS.com
Sacred Harp Singers rock their church
Once a month, a raw, earthy sound can be heard from inside the walls of the Mount Union Church near Kingwood. Its source is a group of people whose love for singing brought them together around a historic form of music.
The Daily American
Paul Thorn set for Southgate
Southern storyteller and musician Paul Thorn will appear at Southgate House on Friday. Thorn, who describes his music as gospel-infused rock, has been called "the best kept secret in show business" by country star Kris Kristofferson.
The Cincinnati Enquirer
Joint-smoking presenters steal the show at MTV Music Awards
Los Angeles - Actor Johnny Depp won two prizes at the MTV Movie Awards Sunday night, but comedians Seth Rogen and James Franco generated the biggest buzz by lighting up what they said was a fake joint as they presented an award for summer movies. The...
EARTHtimes.org
Bo Diddley, Rock Innovator Who Influenced Stones, Dies at 79
June 2 (Bloomberg) -- Bo Diddley , the rock 'n' roll originator with the rectangular guitar whose signature beat influenced musicians from Buddy Holly to the Rolling Stones, the Grateful Dead and Bruce Springsteen , has died. He was 79.
Bloomberg.com
Pioneer of a Beat Is Still Riffing for His Due
Every morning at 4 a.m., Bo Diddley walks into a ramshackle studio on his 76-acre property outside Gainesville to write music. Several electric guitars are scattered on the floor.
New York Times
HMSHost Debuts Z Market at Dallas-Ft. Worth International Airport
With more than 50 guests, music and fantastic 'Gourmet to Go' food, the first airport Z Market opened today at DFW International Airport. Today's traveler wants a variety of fresh, fast, healthy food and beverage choices quickly.
PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance
Bo Diddley dies, age 79
Some sad news on the music front today: Bo Diddley, a genuine rock pioneer, passed away earlier today in Jacksonville Florida.
The Oregonian
Rock pioneer Bo Diddley dies at age 79
Diddley was also one of the pioneers of the electric guitar, adding reverb and tremelo effects. He even rigged some of his guitars himself.
The Biloxi Sun Herald
First Annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast
By Brenda Toth Wynyard’s 84 volunteer groups were recognized on Saturday, May 24 at the Mayor’s first annual Prayer Breakfast. More than 100 guests were greeted with music by “Phyllis and Friends”.
Wynyard Advance Gazette
Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Famer Bo Diddley Dies at Age 79
Bo Diddley, a founding father of rock 'n' roll, died Monday after months of ill health. Bo Diddley, a founding father of rock 'n' roll whose distinctive "shave and a haircut, two bits" rhythm and innovative guitar effects inspired legions of other musicians, died Monday after months of ill health.
WCJB
Rock pioneer Bo Diddley dies at age 79
JACKSONVILLE, FL (NBC) - Rock and blues musician Bo Diddley died Monday at the age of 79. Born Ellas Bates in McComb Mississippi in 1928, Bo Diddley made a career on hard driving rhythm guitar that played a major influence on pop music.
WIS News 10 Columbia
Rock pioneer Bo Diddley dead at 79
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Bo Diddley, a founding father of rock ’n’ roll raised in Chicago whose distinctive ‘‘shave and a haircut, two bits’’ rhythm and innovative guitar effects inspired legions of other musicians, died today after months of ill health. He was 79.
Chicago Sun-Times
Convention & Visitor's Bureau launches music Web site
The Nashville Convention & Visitors Bureau has launched a new interactive Web site for music.
BizJournals
New Mexico Democratic Party Taps Project 2050 for Creative Work
New York-based brand communications agency Project 2050 (www.p2050.com) today announced they will be working with the New Mexico Democratic Party (NMDP) to refresh their brand identity and the overall look and feel of the organization. Project 2050's Creative Director Nicholas Angel, a native of New Mexico, will lead the agency's creative efforts for this project.
PR Newswire via Yahoo! News
Rez, Lumines Dev To Localize Rock Band For Japan
Harmonix has announced it will partner with Lumines and Every Extend Extra developer Q Entertainment to localize its Rock Band for Japan, with both a revised soundtrack featuring Japanese musical acts and other localized assets. Harmonix says the partnership will mark "the first US-originated rock music game to be heavily localized for the Japanese market." The company also says partnering ...
Gamasutra
Bo Diddley, 79
Rock pioneer died Monday at his home in Archer, Fla., after months of ill health
The Globe and Mail
Rock pioneer Bo Diddley dies at age 79
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Bo Diddley, a founding father of rock 'n' roll whose distinctive "shave and a haircut, two bits" rhythm and innovative guitar effects inspired legions of other musicians, died Monday after months of ill health. He was 79.
Tucson Citizen
Festival of the Arts kicks off June 6 in downtown GR
Grand Rapids Festival of the Arts 2008 is just around the corner, kicking off June 6. Organizers say this year's Festival will feature all of the activities from previous years' events plus some new attractions.
MLive.com
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