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RIP Eugene Mumford
Eugene Mumford, a lead singer in The Larks and subsequently The Dominoes, died May 29, 1977. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2mnZRRBhYFA
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The Jackson 5 Inducted Into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
The Jackson Five was inducted at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame today (May 29th) 2007.
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10 Facts About Legendary Singer/Poet Gil Scott-Heron
1. Gil Scott-Heron was born in Chicago, but lived in Tennessee during his early years, before settling in the Bronx. 2. Gil Scott-Heron attended college at Lincoln University and earned…
Posted inSoul Music
B.B. King Honored By Brown University
B.B. King was awarded an honorary doctorate in music by Brown University today (May 27, 2007).
Posted inRhythm&Blues Wax Facts
Wynonie Harris Debuts
Wynonie Harris made his recording debut with Lucky Millinder and His Orchestra on May 26th, 1944.