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Cinderell-y Man
As far as boxing names go, there are lots of “Sugar Rays”, plenty of “Golden Boys”…but only one Cinderella Man.
September 7, 2023The First Lady of Song
When Chick Webb first met Ella Fitzgerald in 1934, she was a shy, ungainly 16 year old girl…
August 9, 2023Ain’t Misbehavin’
How Louis Armstrong’s first international tour earned him his famous nickname.
August 4, 2023Johnny Appleseed
The legendary Johnny Appleseed was not only real, but a real shrewd businessman.
July 5, 2023All Shook Up
Elvis played guitar on this 1957 RCA recording, but…not in the way you’d think.
June 6, 2023