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Tag: Rick Nelson

Movie Magic:  A Wild Ride!

Movie Magic: A Wild Ride!

August 31, 2017 Rick Bolger
  In our feature artist article on Andy Williams, we focus on his penchant for performing outstanding movie themes. Movie themes.  Andy Williams.   Cool August nights at the Drive-in.  Sound... Read More
Glen Campbell, Barbara Cook

Glen Campbell, Barbara Cook

August 9, 2017January 5, 2018 Rick Bolger
Yesterday we lost two icons of American Popular Song, guitarist extraordinaire Glen Campbell and Broadway star Barbara Cook. Rather than repeat the obituary news you’ve already read, we’ll... Read More

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