I am Pop-a-Rock Radio

I decided to try my hand, once again, at operating my own internet radio station. I have had internet stations, hosted through LIVE 365, a couple of different times. While there is a monthly fee, I find that I really enjoy the internet radio world. This little endeavor has afforded me opportunities to discover different [...]

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Minnie Driver: She Can Act, But Can She Sing?

Over the years, many actors and actresses have tried to conquer the world of music in addition to acting. While they may be extremely talented and gifted in acting, they often prove to be lousy vocalists. Reversely, many talented musicians have attempted to take on the role of actor as well. Again, these performers often [...]

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Bluegrass & BBQ

I spent the weekend of Memorial Day at a retreat in nearby, Branson, Missouri. The retreat began Friday evening and ended around 10 o’clock Monday morning. We began boarding the church vans for the rather short drive home. As I was loading my luggage, my friend announced to me that he had two [...]

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Bluegrass & BBQ

I spent the weekend of Memorial Day at a retreat in nearby, Branson, Missouri. The retreat began Friday evening and ended around 10 o’clock Monday morning. We began boarding the church vans for the rather short drive home. As I was loading my luggage, my friend announced to me that he had two [...]

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David vs David: Which One Will America Idolize?

It is just about time for the final showdown of the season to begin. But which David will walk away as America’s coveted idol? Both David Cook and David Archuleta have strong potential. I honestly believe that while only one will win this particular contest, both should be able to carve a niche in [...]

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Justin Timberlake + Medical School = StudyBack

What do you get when a group of medical students remix Justin Timberlake’s Sexyback?
Why, you get StudyBack, of course!

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My Friends Just Got Signed to the New Transatlantic Records!

I am so excited that my friends’ band, One Star Story, was just signed to a new, up-and-coming record label. The name of the label is Transatlantic Records, and they are based in New York. One Star Story is mainly a powerpop/alternative/rock band and they write their own music. Check them out!

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How Well Do You REALLY Know the Christmas Carols?

My friend, Niesje, recently emailed a link to a fun Christmas carol trivia quiz. The quiz is on the Chicago Tribune website, and proved to be a tad more difficult than I would have guessed.

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Proof Postive That You Are Never Too Old To Go for Your Dreams!

Just as I began thinking that I am too old to pursue my dreams or do something extraordinary, I read about Bobbie Nelson. Bobbie is older sister to country legend, Willie Nelson. After decades of playing the piano as an accompaniment to her famous brother, Bobbie Nelson has recorded and released her very first solo [...]

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New & Old Music I Recently Discovered

I love music! Because, I have no musical talent myself, I over-compensate by continually hunting for music I have not yet heard. Itunes is one of my favorite things ever, but I like Rhapsody too. Here are just a few of the tunes I burned to CD this week. Some are brand new songs, but [...]

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