The Shameful Past of a Classic American Song
“Turkey in the Straw” has an awful secret in its past.
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Sing Long and Prosper
William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy and other STAR TREK actors went boldly where no science fiction icons had gone before — into America’s record bins.
When Pigs Flew
Learn how pork was set afloat in the name of progressive rock.
The Hard Beat of the Easybeats
They soared to the top of the world from down under.
The Story of Annie and Henry
Discover how Annie and Henry helped break the color barrier.
The Importance of “Strange Fruit”
Occasionally, pop music can change the world.
The Deep Roots of a “Simple” Pop Song
Some pop songs signify more than others.
Game Show Hosts Come On Down
Many of the most famous game show hosts have secret musical lives.
The Grandfathers of Punk
From whence cometh the punks?
When the Jubilee Came
For a radio show that never aired within the United States, JUBILEE had a profound impact on America.
