Monthly Archives: August 2012

Today’s (and Yesterday’s) Music: Benny Carter, Jimmy Witherspoon, Joe Tex, Harry Mills

Posted on August 9, 2012 by admin

Jazz multi-instrumentalist Benny Carter was born August 8th in 1907 (d. 2003). His influence was so great that some referred to him as the ‘King.’ Blues belter Jimmy Witherspoon was born August 8th in 1920 (d. 1997). Soul star Joe … Continue reading →

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Today’s Quotes: Albert Einstein, David Frum, George Romney

Posted on August 7, 2012 by admin
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Signs o’ the Times: Unmitigated GOPeration

Posted on August 7, 2012 by admin
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Cartoons: A Republican Dressage Horse on the Loose

Posted on August 7, 2012 by admin
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Video: “The Choice”

Posted on August 7, 2012 by admin

“The Choice,” an Obama For America TV ad.

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Today’s Music: George Van Eps, Rahsaan Roland Kirk, B.J. Thomas

Posted on August 7, 2012 by admin

Guitar master George Van Eps was born today in 1913 (d. 1998). His innovative use of the 7-string guitar in jazz was revolutionary. Jazz multi-instrumentalist (occasionally at the same time) Rahsaan Roland Kirk was born today in 1935. Like many … Continue reading →

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GOP Paradox Comics

Posted on August 6, 2012 by admin
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Today’s Quotes: Mitt Romney, Ann Romney, President Obama

Posted on August 6, 2012 by admin
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Cartoons: To There and Back

Posted on August 6, 2012 by admin
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Weird Pix: Catalepsy

Posted on August 6, 2012 by admin
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