On Sept. 21, 1984, CBS opened up the first American compact disc pressing plant in Terre Haute, Ind. The first disc to come off the production line was Bruce Springsteen’s Born in the U.S.A., which had been released three months earlier. Given the album’s title and the spotlight on the plight of the American worker contained in many of his songs, it made perfect sense that Springsteen’s album became the first American-made CD. The format had been […]
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Strange But True – The world’s The world’s most successful pirate in history was a lady named Ching Shih. She was a prostitute in China until the Commander of the Red Flag Fleet bought and married her. But her husband considered her his equal, and she became an active pirate commander in the fleet. The Rest of the Story When one thinks of the world’s most notorious pirates, names like Blackbeard, Captain Kidd, and Calico […]
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In 1970, John Pasche designed a logo for the Rolling Stones. He was paid £50. Almost 30 years later, the V&A bought Pasche’s original artwork at auction for $92,500. He met with Jagger again where the singer “talked about things he liked and things he didn’t like, nothing too specific,” explains Pasche, “and then I just had this idea.” While an obvious reference to Jagger’s features (not especially flattering, but Jagger didn’t seem to mind), […]
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Rhyme + Reasoning “Humpty Dumpty” is an egg right? Historical evidence suggests that Humpty Dumpty was a cannon. Used by the Royalists during the English Civil War. During a vicious battle in 1648, the cannon fell from a battlement. It was unable to be recovered (i.e., put back together again). Tellingly, the lyrics of the nursery rhyme never describe Humpty Dumpty as an egg either. Let us dig deeper “Humpty Dumpty”—with its simplistic lyrics and surrealistic […]
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Hey there, music enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving into a world where genres collide, beats blend, and creativity knows no bounds! Welcome to the mesmerizing universe of mashups. The iconic sounds of Linkin Park, the pop vibes of Katy Perry, and many others. Legendary artists come together in a symphony of musical magic!
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Ladies and gentlemen, music aficionados, and mashup enthusiasts, rejoice! The long-awaited return of Totally Mashed is finally here, bringing you a captivating blend of iconic artists and their greatest hits through awe-inspiring mashups. This electrifying fusion of 50 Cent, Oasis, Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Radiohead, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Ariana Grande, Eric Clapton, The Cure, Fatboy Slim, Queen, Bon Jovi, Rob Base, Faith No More, Stevie Wonder, and many more promises to take you on an […]
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Jim Carrey is one of the most successful and well-known actors in Hollywood today, but before he achieved fame and fortune, he struggled with poverty and homelessness. In fact, at one point Jim Carrey lived in a VW camper van. in the beginning of Carrey’s career, times were marked by financial hardship and family struggles. His father, a musician, struggled to provide for the family, and they often had to move around to find affordable […]
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Tom Cruise, known for his larger-than-life personality. One of his more unusual quirks is his alleged belief in aliens and his fear of an alien invasion. Reportedly that the Hollywood actor had a custom-built $10 million bunker installed. In his Colorado estate. He was the star of the movie War Of The Worlds. Could this be to protect him from a potential alien attack? According to reports. Tom Cruise’s bunker, built to withstand any natural […]
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Country music has always been a popular genre, known for its relatable lyrics and catchy tunes. It’s no surprise that many movies and TV shows have used country songs in their soundtracks to enhance the emotion and storytelling in their content.
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Johnny Depp is known for his eccentric behavior both on and off-screen. One of his more surprising habits is his alleged love of wine. Reportedly the Hollywood actor spent an astonishing $30,000 a month on wine for over a decade. This makes him one of the biggest collectors in the entertainment industry.
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