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Backtracking Forward: Wanted On Wax III
posted: November 12, 2009
In my ideal world, everyone would have access to a vinyl press in their own backyard. Cutting discs would be as easy as ripping a CD. Until that happens, I will be digging in the…
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50 States In 50 Weeks… Connecticut
posted: November 10, 2009
Did you know residents of Connecticut are sometimes referred to as Nutmeggers? Learn more fun facts about the Constitution state and its musical landscape in this week's 50 States in 50 Weeks post!
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OMNIVORE'S DELIGHT 7: Q&A WITH THE HAUNTED WINDCHIMES
posted: November 7, 2009
Sure as the overflowing soul in their nomadic tunes, The Haunted Windchimes are giving folk music yet another modern revitalization. These Colorado natives (and others like them) are steadily introducing young listeners all over the…
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BACKTRACKING FORWARD: TRENDS IN COLLECTING
posted: November 5, 2009
American culture owes much to the disc jockey profession. Whether on the radio or behind turntables at a club, the DJ has always been on the forefront of setting musical trends by debuting unknown artists…
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50 STATES IN 50 WEEKS… WEEK 21: FLORIDA
posted: November 3, 2009
Home of: The Backstreet Boys, The Allman Brothers, Matchbox 20, Jimmy Buffet, Bo Diddley, Tom Petty, Elvis Presley, Gram Parsons Fun Facts: State Flower: Orange Blossom, State Bird: MockingBird, State Song: “Suwannee River” The Venues:…
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UNDER COVERS 7: SPOOKY DOOM AND GLOOM SONGS!
posted: October 31, 2009
From the love-laden crooning ballads of Valentine’s Day to the boldly dogmatic odes of patriotism celebrating the 4th of July, all holidays carry their own audible flair. Yet despite an enormous volume of songs amassed…
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