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On this day (July 25) in 1950, country legend Lefty Frizzell recorded his first two chart-topping hits. Produced by Art Satherley and Don Law, in Jim Beck’s studio Frizzell’s first recording session produced “If You’ve Got the Money, I’ve Got the Time,” “I Love You a Thousand Ways,” and “Shine, Shave, Shower (It’s Saturday).”

On This Day in 1950, Lefty Frizzell Recorded Two No. 1 Singles in His First Recording Session

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Carly Pearce showed off a different side of herself when she challenged a rude concertgoer at a show on Aug. 2, but she is not the only country star to take exception to an unruly fan. Quite a few country singers have taken matters into their own hands while dealing with misbehaving fans at live shows.

Country Stars Who Confronted Unruly Fans — No. 7 Is Unbelievable! [Watch]

Junior Marvin might not have been with Bob Marley at the beginning of his legendary career, but he was there for its height and the reggae icon’s untimely end. But before that, Marvin – born Donald Hanson Marvin Kerr Richards Jr – was a dyed-in-the-wool Beatles and Jimi Hendrix fan, who had renounced an early education in classical piano and formed an obsession with British rock. This led him into a hearty session career before forming his band, Hanson.

“Hendrix came in at two o’clock in the morning. I can still remember the audience – Rod Stewart, The Beatles, the Small Faces – all of them were silent when Jimi was done”: Junior Marvin on joining Bob Marley – and the night Hendrix shook his hand

It’s easy to lose track of what makes a great artist great. Many songs become so embedded into culture that it’s worth remembering, at some point, they didn’t exist. Someone had to sit down with a guitar and pull magic from thin air. And when you’re alone in a room with a guitar, it’s not immediately apparent what’s iconic and what isn’t. Depending on the mood of your bandmates, maybe an idea becomes a song or it doesn’t.

Rock’s 4 Best Four-Single Runs

In 1973, the United States marked the end of its involvement in the Vietnam War, while the passing of former President Lyndon B. Johnson and the legalization of abortion through the Roe v. Wade decision by the Supreme Court also defined the year. Amidst an oil crisis and economic recessions, Motorola engineer Martin Cooper made history with the first cell phone call using his groundbreaking device.

Most Popular One-Hit Wonder Songs From 1973 That Went Crazy

Throughout the history of rock music, certain bands have managed to divide opinion among fans and critics alike. Some have become beloved icons of the genre, while others have drawn intense dislike. The following list highlights ten classic rock bands from the past fifty years that, for various reasons, have garnered a notable amount of negative attention.

10 Most Hated Bands of the Last Five Decades

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, known for his prowess on the football field, made a personal announcement during a press conference on Tuesday. The three-time Super Bowl champion revealed that he and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, are expecting their third child and that this will be their last.

Patrick Mahomes Reveals He's 'Done' Having Kids with Wife Brittany Mahomes After Baby No. 3

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In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

Dallas, TX

With all of the airline woes as of late, traveling in America via plane seems to be getting harder and harder. Imagine getting all packed up, driving to the airport, parking your car, getting past security, getting to the gate, then anxiously awaiting to board your flight only to see the pilot walk past you in handcuffs.

Frontier Flight to Dallas Canceled, Pilot Arrested Right Before Takeoff

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There have been a lot of biopics made about rock and metal artists and, in some cases, the actors actually sang in the movies too. It's one thing to portray an iconic musician and lip sync to their music, but to actually perform the artists' songs is a whole other story.

10 Actors Who Actually Sang in Rock Movies

Hot off the heels of Carrie Underwood's announcement that she's joining American Idol as a new judge, the superstar stopped by Good Morning America to talk about her illustrious career. Underwood continues to perform live, and that won't soon change – her Vegas residency goes through April 2025 as of...

Carrie Underwood’s Favorite Song She Ever Recorded, But Will Never Play Live

Fort Myers Beach, FL

The inability for some elders to retire in America is a widespread problem for those over 65. With the rise of inflation, money that they managed to save for retirement won't go nearly as far as they once planned. That's true for a 97-year-old woman who bartends at her local...

Shocking: 97-Year-Old Bartender Punched in the Face for Denying Drink to Customer

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In 1981, pop-music sensation Andy Gibb was at the top of the charts. The younger brother of Barry, Robin, and Maurice, a.k.a. The Bee Gees, commenced a tumultuous romance with actress Victoria Principle, who played Pam Ewing on Dallas, TV's then-Number 1 prime-time series. But after the relationship ended, Andy's life, already challenged by substance abuse, did as well. This is their tragic story.

The Tragic Death of Pop Star Andy Gibb & His Traumatic Romance with 'Dallas' Star Victoria Principle

Savannah, GA

It hasn't been an easy year for the fast-food industry. With declining revenue, increased prices and employee wages going up, you might be thinking, 'What else can go wrong?'. Someone setting a restaurant on fire would certainly be up there on the list. A McDonald’s worker has been sent to...

McDonald’s Worker Set Restaurant on Fire Because Customers Were Frustrating Him

Rock music has a rich history of bands that started from humble beginnings and rose to international stardom. Over the years, fans have debated endlessly about the peak periods of their favorite groups. Often, it’s argued that several bands had a raw, unrefined energy in their early days that somehow got lost in the sheen of fame and fortune. Here are five classic rock bands that many believe were at their best before mainstream success polished their rough edges.

5 Classic Rock Bands That Were Better Before They Got Famous

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Have you ever wanted to watch Wonder Woman cover a KISS song?. That's exactly what happened in 1980 when Lynda Carter, still riding high off the success of her starring role in the Wonder Woman TV show, appeared in Lynda Carter Encore!, her second TV variety special. During a particularly...

Revisiting ‘Wonder Woman’ Lynda Carter’s Bonkers KISS Tribute

While only releasing five studio albums during their career in the spotlight, The Police produced hit songs like “Can’t Stand Losing You” and “Every Breath You Take.” Selling over 75 million albums, the group went on to receive numerous awards including MTV Video Music Awards and Grammy Awards. The Police even found their way into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. But while building a devout following and gaining popularity, it all came crashing down with the release of their final, and most popular album, Synchronicity. Recalling their stardom and the moment it started to fade, guitarist Andy Summers pointed to where it all went wrong.

The Police Guitarist Says “Every Breath You Take” Was “Going To Go in the Trash,” Reveals the Real Reason the Band Fell Apart

Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

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Riley Green is joining a long list of country stars who've opened bars in their names in recent years. However, he's doing it a bit differently than the traditional Broadway watering hole. Per the Nashville Business Journal, Green will soon open Riley Green's Duck Blind. A permit filed on Aug....

Riley Green Adding Bar Owner to His Resume With Nashville Venue

The funny thing about classic TV shows is that, due to syndication, you might have enjoyed them long after they originally aired. Many of us felt a connection to shows like The Brady Bunch, I Dream of Jeannie, The Love Boat, and so many more, even though they were already off the air.

Famous TV Shows With Only One Surviving Cast Member

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Remember Who Passed on ‘It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere’?

Alan Jackson scored one of the biggest hits of his entire career when he recorded \"It's Five O'Clock Somewhere\" with Jimmy Buffett in 2003, but he...

Alan Jackson scored one of the biggest hits of his entire career when he recorded "It's Five O'Clock Somewhere" with Jimmy Buffett in 2003, but he...

Remember Who Passed on ‘It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere’?

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