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October 7, 1962 Little Richard makes his British singing debut!!

On October 7, 1962 Little Richard made his British singing debut on Thank Your Lucky Stars, a U.K, Television show. Little Richard (Born Wayne Penniman 1932 in Macon Georgia), pioneered…
Posted by grouchygreg 10/06/2010
Posted inRhythm&Blues

The Story Behind Little Richard’s “Lucille”

Little Richard
Little Richard

Little Richard recorded one of his biggest hits, “Lucille” today. According to Specialty’s notes on the recording, the session took place on (January 16, 1957).

“Little” Richard Penniman himself stated that “Lucille” was inspired by a drag queen named “Queen Sonya” in Macon, Georgia.

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Posted by grouchygreg 01/16/2010
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Jimi Hendrix – December 1968 “Electric Lady Land” Ad

December, 1968 advertisement for Jimi Hendrix’s classic, soulful album, Electric Lady Land.

Jimi Hendrix started as a backing guitarist for The Isley Brothers and Little Richard, who dismissed the young wizard, because he was too flamboyant.

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Posted by grouchygreg 12/18/2009
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