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Born 131 Years Ago Today in Indiana, the Father of the Grand Ole Opry Who Helped Lead Country Music Into the Mainstream
On this day (November 9) in 1895, George Dewey Hay was born in Attica, Indiana. While Hay never sang a note or played an instrument, he is largely responsible for the booming industry that is country music today. Every time you see your favorite country performer sing under the dazzling lights of the Grand Ole Opry or tune into a Saturday night broadcast, you have Hay to thank. After beginning his career in print journalism before shifting to radio, the businessman launched what would morph into one of country music’s most cherished institutions on November 28, 1925.
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Sweet Adelines Preparing for Christmas Luncheon and Silent Auction; Sat Dec 5th; 11:30 AM at DACC Bremer Center
Embrace the True Christmas Story at the Danville Sweet Adelines Christmas Luncheon and Silent Auction on Saturday, December 5 at 11:30 AM at Danville Area Community College Bremer Center. The afternoon includes inspiring music with lunch provided by Applewood Catering. Proceeds from the auction benefit Spotlight Performing Arts. Admission for the show and lunch is $30. For reservations call 217-474-0473.
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Doors Closing hits The Space with Leeloh
On Friday, November 6, The Space got a show from two incredible Illinois bands. Opening for Doors Closing, a Chicago-based alt rock band, was Leeloh—twee pop from right here in Champaign. This was my first time seeing Leeloh, and they did not disappoint. They opened their set with two...
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Chicago's Rico MJ Brings Michael Jackson Tribute to Kankakee's Majestic Event Center
A Chicago performer who has spent years channeling Michael Jackson's signature spins and glittering costumes is bringing his tribute act to Kankakee for one night only. Enrico “Rico” Hampton, known on stage as Rico MJ, is scheduled to perform Michael Jackson's greatest hits at the Majestic Event Center on Saturday, Nov. 28, with Motown singer Lisa Joyce opening the show.