Musicians

Portrait of American jazz musician and band leader Glenn Miller (1904 - 1944) as he blows his trombone directly at the camera, early 1940s.

Moonlit Facts About Glenn Miller, The Missing Band Leader

In 2014, newly discovered documents finally uncovered the shocking truth about the bizarre disappearance of Glenn Miller.
November 26, 2024 Byron Fast
Karen Carpenter Facts

Tormented Facts About Karen Carpenter, The Reluctant Superstar

Karen Carpenter sought professional help to battle her demons—but when the doctor sat her down, she made a confession that shocked him to the core.
November 21, 2024 Byron Fast
Loretta Lynn Facts

Trailblazing Facts About Loretta Lynn, The Coal Miner's Daughter

From her poverty-stricken childhood to her tumultuous and occasionally violent marriage, not even a life of sorrow could keep Loretta Lynn down.
November 14, 2024 Byron Fast
Jim Morrison Facts

Feral Facts About Jim Morrison, Rock And Roll’s Most Rebellious Icon

Rock and roll has always had a rebellious heart, but classic rockstar Jim Morrison was one of the first to push the limits of what audiences would tolerate—and he did it over and over again until his flame burned out bright.
November 12, 2024 Kyle Climans
Jackie Wilson Facts

Manic Facts About Jackie Wilson, The Man They Called Mr. Excitement

Jackie Wilson was so committed to giving his audience an electrifying performance that he went to disturbing lengths to make his stage show memorable.
November 11, 2024 Byron Fast
Country singer and songwriter Waylon Jennings in his office on August 27,1987 Nashville Tennessee.

Hard-Living Facts About Waylon Jennings, Country’s Iconic Outlaw

In 1984, embattled country star Waylon Jennings walked into a room looking for his son—and what he saw shook him to his core.
October 30, 2024 A.V. Land


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