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Folk Singer Tom Rush Says He’s Now ‘Covid-Free’
The 79-year-old singer-guitarist thanked his fans for their thoughts and prayers “and good vibrations.” He had tested positive for the coronavirus in March
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Adam Sandler Sings ‘Don’t Touch Grandma’ in ‘That’ Voice
He’s regaled us with “Hanukkah Song” and “Thanksgiving Song,” so it was only a matter of time before he introduced some new editions to his library
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Honor Blackman, ‘Bond Girl’ in 007’s, ‘Goldfinger,’ Dies
The actress was 38 when was cast as Pussy Galore in the 1964 film – the third installment of the series – 5 years older than Bond portrayer, Sean Connery
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John Krasinski Stuns Fan With ‘Hamilton’ Cast Performance: Watch
One week after debuting his Some Good News webcast with a reunion with Office-mate Steve Carell, the actor-director pulled out all the stops
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Bill Withers Mourned By Music World
Fellow musicians and other celebrities paid tribute to a “songwriter’s songwriter.” The writer of such hits as “Lean On Me” and “Lovely Day” has died at 81
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Wynton Marsalis Pens Tribute to ‘My Man,’ Father, Ellis
“I only ever wanted to do better things to impress HIM. He was my North Star and the only opinion that really deep down mattered to me was his
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Steve Miller Band Postpones 2020 Tour With Marty Stuart
“There is nothing more important to us than your good health and welfare.” The summer follows Miller’s induction into the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame
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July 3, 2019: Arte Johnson, ‘Laugh-In’ Comic, Dies at 90
The actor was a prominent member of the late ’60s TV sketch comedy series which rose to #1 in the ratings in its 2nd season. “Verrry interesting”
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Dave Bartholomew, New Orleans Giant, Dies at 100
In addition to writing, producing and arranging many of Fats Domino’s hits, he also wrote such songs as “My Ding-a-Ling” and “I Hear You Knocking”
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Eric Clapton Plays 2 at Madison Square Garden
Though he’s no longer touring, Slowhand is still performing. He played a pair of October 2018 shows at MSG with a 7-piece band
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