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Abbey of the Arts Prayer CycleAbbey of the Arts Prayer CycleCultivating Seeds of Liberation Prayer Cycle: Day 7 Morning ~ BeautyAll songs and texts used with permission. All rights reserved. Opening Prayer written by Jo-ed Tome Opening Song: Beauty by Betsey Beckman, arranged and performed by Simon de Voil and Alexa Sunshine Rose from the album Monk in the World: Songs for Contemplative Living First Reading: Sophfronia Scott, The Seeker and the Monk: Everyday Conversations with Thomas Merton. Broadleaf Books (2021) page 60. Sung Psalm Opening and Doxology: Richard Bruxvoort Colligan from the album Monk in the World: Songs for Contemplative Living Psalm 65: Interpretation by Christine Robinson, musical setting and sung by Simon de Voil Second Reading: Cole Arthur Riley, This Here...2025-06-1221 minThe Trombone CornerThe Trombone CornerEpisode #36 Michael DeaseThe Trombone Corner Podcast is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass and The Brass Ark. Come watch the Los Angeles Brass Alliance (LAB-A) at 7PM on May 4th at Glendale First baptist Church for their second installation of Next Up! This free concert (generously sponsored by Bob Reeves Brass) spotlights LAB-A's annual collaboration between emerging LA-based composers and brass musicians.  Learn more at: www.labrassalliance.org. Join hosts Noah and John as they interview Michael Dease, commercial trombonist from Augusta, Georgia. About Michael: Michael Dease is one of the world's emin...2025-04-091h 22Happy 01 April, fool?Happy 01 April, fool?01 April's fool?Robbi Hall Kumalo is a producer, musician, performer, poetess and song writer. Singing and playing piano since a child, Robbi's performed with a host of legendary artists: Aretha Franklin, Diana Ross, Dave Matthews, Edie Brickell, John Hiatt, Rod Stewart, Mary J. Blige, and Harry Belafonte among others. Her solo career as a vocalist, Robbi's larger-than-life stage presence and enticingly beautiful voice to many diverse settings for several decades - especially for school aged people. A 26 year member of the Screen Actors Guild (SAG)-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA), Robbi's sang numerous TV and...2025-04-0246 minJohn Daversa PodcastJohn Daversa PodcastJeff Babko: Keyboardist, Musical Director, Producer, Composer, Arranger, (Jimmy Kimmel, Toto, James Taylor, Steve Gadd, Sheryl Crow, Martin Short, and more!)Episode 13: Jeff Babko, Keyboardist, Musical Director, Producer, Composer, Arranger, (Jimmy Kimmel, Toto, James Taylor, Steve Gadd, Sheryl Crow, Martin Short, and more!)►Jeff Babko website: https://www.jeffbabko.com►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions1:56: Back at University of Miami4:26: Vinyl collection6:06: How do manage consuming music?10:55: 1990’s Jazz fusion, the young lions, and the gig with Julio Iglesias19:05: Joining drummer/producer Simon Phillips22:00: Work ethic, discipline, details, and the love…27:55: Robben Ford, Toshi Yanagi, blue hair, and auditioning for the Martin Short Show...2025-02-1156 minBROADWAY HOUR-Sheraton NY Hotel & Towers 1993-1996BROADWAY HOUR-Sheraton NY Hotel & Towers 1993-1996B'WAY HR 19 PiaZadora HSabinson HGroener MKerker CCorneliaThe Broadway Hour #19  with your host: STEWART KLEIN  Taped live on July 15, 1993 for WEDV-AM Pia Zadora is an American actress and singer. She came to national attention in 1981 when, following her starring role in the highly criticized[2] Butterfly, she won a Golden Globe Award as New Star of the Year[3] while simultaneously winning the Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actress and the Worst New Star for the same performance. As a singer, she has released several albums featuring popular standards, often backed by a symphonic orchestra. She was nominated for a Grammy in...2025-01-2349 minCountry Over SelfCountry Over SelfAbraham Lincoln and the balance of politics and sainthood, with Sean WilentzOriginally recorded on 10-24-24 In this episode, Matt and Sean talk about the 16th President, Abraham Lincoln, and the Emancipation Proclamation, one of the most defining moments in American history.  Although arguably not so much Country Over Self in the moment, the Emancipation Proclamation was difficult both politically and with the general population, and it took the shrewdness and communication skills of Lincoln to bring it to life and change the course of the Civil War and the nation. Sean Wilentz Sean Wilentz studies U.S. political and social history. He received his Ph.D. in h...2024-12-1942 minSpinning My Dad’s VinylSpinning My Dad’s VinylVolume 194: Ray's HoneyI’m not sure why, but the episodes that feature Ray Conniff music have been among the most popular…by far. Maybe because his music is so enjoyable. Maybe because his music is laid back and brings back memories of better times, or what are assumed to be better times. But Conniff’s music had a very unique sound because of how he treated vocals in many of his songs. He used voices as instruments as they sang wordless notes. But on this record? They use their real words. So get ready to hear some sweet...2024-09-1535 minSpinning My Dad’s VinylSpinning My Dad’s VinylVolume 166: This Is Glenn MillerMy dad really loved his big bands. And what bigger big band than the Glenn Miller Orchestra.  March first, Glenn Miller would have been 120 years old. So we are going to celebrate his birthday all month with his music and musical style. My dad had a ton of Miller music, and while I have already featured him many times on this show, you’ll be introduced to an even larger portion of it this month including a return to the most distinctive album in his collection which we’ll feature in four weeks. So, g...2024-03-0335 minGILDA MIROSGILDA MIROSEDNITA NAZARIO; PONCE, PUERTO RICO, CANTANTE COMPOSITORA, ACTRIZ CHARLA RADIAL CON GILDA MIRÓS 1990sEDNITA NAZARIO “LA DIVA PONCENA” (Edna María Nazario Figueroa, Abril 11, 1955, Ponce, Puerto Rico)— Su ciudad natal ha denominado una de sus principales vías «Avenida Ednita Nazario». Su talento se destacó también cómo actriz/cantante en Broadway, en 1999, en la obra musical de Paul Simon “The Capeman.” En 2004 fue premiada por ASCAP con la prestigiosa “Herencia Hispana” por «sus composiciones y su genio vocal que han enriquecido el mundo de la música latina». Entre sus muchos logros; Grammy Latino a la Excelencia Musical 2016. Seis nominaciones al premio Billboard por su álbum “Acústico” y muchos premios más. Su carrera ha sido inmort...2024-01-1744 minFilmMusicSite.com: Composer TalkFilmMusicSite.com: Composer TalkInterview Simon FranglenSimon Franglen is an English composer of classical and film music. He is also a record producer and former musician. His credits include four of the list of top grossing films and six of the list of best-selling albums of all time. Over the last year, Simon was credited as the composer for his first two films Avatar: The Way of Water and Notre-Dame on Fire, though he is in no way a newcomer to the industry or the film music world. In his 30 years in the industry, Simon has worked with iconic composers...2023-10-2339 minkitty0706 - Archivekitty0706 - ArchiveAss's Creed: Enter the AnusFollow me on Twitter! https://twitter.com/SirElliot24 You are traveling through another dimension, a dimension not only of sight and sound but of mind. A journey into a wondrous land of imagination. Next stop, Ass's Creed: Enter the Anus! A highly remarkable tale featuring a man of Desmond Miles, who was captured by a mad scientist forcing him to enter a machine called "The Anus": allowing him to relive the lives of his ancestors. The scientist gave him one simple mission: find the Apple of Eden and discover it's true power. However, the sly...2022-10-2500 minThe Dr. Lee Warren PodcastThe Dr. Lee Warren PodcastThe Path to Better When Things Feel Hard, We Need to See a Way ForwardThere’s a lot of tough things happening right now, friend, but not to worry! We’re going to learn how to feel better, no matter what we’re going through. And we’re going to start today!Great book from Simon Sinek, Start with WhyMusic from Tommy Walker(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 )Go to my website www.wleewarrenmd.com for more information about my letter, this...2022-09-0129 minThe Dr. Lee Warren PodcastThe Dr. Lee Warren PodcastThe Path to Better When Things Feel Hard, We Need to See a Way ForwardThere’s a lot of tough things happening right now, friend, but not to worry! We’re going to learn how to feel better, no matter what we’re going through. And we’re going to start today!Great book from Simon Sinek, Start with WhyMusic from Tommy Walker(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 )Go to my website www.wleewarrenmd.com for more information about my letter, this...2022-09-0129 minThe Dr. Lee Warren PodcastThe Dr. Lee Warren PodcastThe Path to Better (S5E88) When Things Feel Hard, We Need to See a Way ForwardThere’s a lot of tough things happening right now, friend, but not to worry! We’re going to learn how to feel better, no matter what we’re going through. And we’re going to start today!Great book from Simon Sinek, Start with WhyMusic from Tommy WalkerSign up for my Substack letter here.(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) Go to my web...2022-09-0130 minThe Dr. Lee Warren PodcastThe Dr. Lee Warren PodcastThe Path to Better (S5E88) When Things Feel Hard, We Need to See a Way ForwardThere’s a lot of tough things happening right now, friend, but not to worry! We’re going to learn how to feel better, no matter what we’re going through. And we’re going to start today!Great book from Simon Sinek, Start with WhyMusic from Tommy WalkerSign up for my Substack letter here.(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) Go to my web...2022-09-0130 minMusical Theatre Radio presents \Musical Theatre Radio presents "Be Our Guest"Be Our Guest with Nico JuberNico Juber (she/her) is an award-winning musical theatre composer, lyricist, bookwriter, and Millennial mother of two. Her songs have been selected for and performed at the Artists Striving to End Poverty (ASTEP) Art of Wellness Benefit, A Little New Music, The Latest Draft Podcast, New York Theatre Barn's New Works Series, McGuire & Simon Songwriter’s Salon, Feinstein’s/Vitellos mostlyNEWmusicals, Drama League Light the Lights Benefit (with collaborator Selena Seballo), The Green Room 42, and Feinstein's/54 Below. She is a member of Dramatists Guild, ASCAP, Maestra, and Ring of Keys. Nico holds a B.A...2022-07-1742 min2-5-12-5-12-5m-1-S1E32-How to listen to JazzSend us a textBook ReviewTed Gioia has written 11 books on music, many of them on jazz. Simon wrongly said that the first book of Ted's he read was West Coast Jazz forgetting that it was actually  " Jazz : An Imperfect Art" from 1989 - one of the four books of  Gioia's which won the ASCAP Deems Taylor Award.How to listen to how to listen to jazz - click here Subscribe to his Honest Broker Email Here2022-05-0105 minSync Music Matters PodcastSync Music Matters Podcast07 – Improvisation and Flow State with TV and Film Composer Danny MulhernListen on YouTube In today’s episode of Sync Music Matters I’m talking to TV & Film composer and solo artist Danny Mulhern. Danny is a very philosophical guy and we go pretty deep in today’s interview, exploring improvisation and flow state as a tool for creating music. Flow state can be defined as: “mental state in which a person performing some activity is fully immersed in a feeling of energised focus.” We talk about overcoming procrastination or what Stephen Pressfield in the War of Art, refers to as “resistance”  And Danny generously shares about a difficult period in his life when he...2022-04-111h 08Profiles With Maggie LePiqueProfiles With Maggie LePiqueGeorge Harrison On George Harrison: Interviews And Encounters With Ashley KhanMaggie speaks with Grammy-winning author Ashley Kahn about his latest book, "George Harrison on George Harrison"  a collection of interviews and TV appearances Harrison gave during his too-short life. Kahn’s collection “covers [Harrison’s] biographical sweep as fully as an autobiography would,” the preface asserts, and though one might argue with that, by book’s end, we believe Kahn’s exhortation: “Read his words, and know the man.”Ashley has received widespread critical acclaim for A Love Supreme: The Making of John Coltrane’s Signature Album and Kind of Blue: The Making of the Miles Davis Mas...2021-09-1542 minB Live Media PodcastsB Live Media PodcastsKen Abraham: New York Times best-selling author known for Collabs with public figures such as Astronaut Buzz AldrinKen Abraham is a New York Times best-selling author, known around the world for his collaborations with popular celebrities and fascinating, high-profile public figures such as Astronaut Buzz Aldrin, mega-church minister, Joel Osteen; actor Chuck Norris; 9/11 widow, Lisa Beamer; NFL football coach and NASCAR team owner, Joe Gibbs; psychologist, former U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft, Senator Bob Dole, Neil Clark Warren, founder of e-Harmony.com; former U.S. Senate Majority Leader, Bill Frist; champion boxer and entrepreneur, George Foreman; country music icon, Randy Travis, and ASCAP’s Gospel songwriter of the century, Bill Gaither. Ken wrote th...2021-08-2336 minThe Career MusicianThe Career MusicianCarlos Rafael Rivera | Scoring The Queen's GambitCarlos Rafael Rivera is a world-class award-winning film composer and guitarist, who just recently scored and was EMMY-nominated for the incredible Netflix Series, The Queen's Gambit! His music has been acclaimed by the Miami Herald, the San Francisco Examiner, and the LA Times, helping establish him as a composer with the unique ability of incorporating a large diversity of musical influences into his captivating compositions, which reflect his multi-cultural upbringing in Central America and the United States. He has recorded studio sessions for Island/Def Jam, and Universal Records; and had songs featured on NETFLIX’ FIREFLY LANE, ABC’s SCRU...2021-08-021h 08TheSpeakUNEazyTheSpeakUNEazyOH BOY MR. BAR... PORTLAND POLICE NOT ALLOWED TO DO CAR STOPS FOR "MINOR INFRACTIONS".Tonight start with a Random Read as always. I don't mix any drinks tonight as I am giving myself a break... every now and then the Bartender needs a break from a drink. I review 3 articles for the day, 2 of which seem very interesting in timing as it refers to Mr. William Bar the former U.S Attorney General. President Trump writes and publishes a letter of his disappointment on Bar's term as AG. Interesting enough... an article from RealRawNews.com has an article about former AG Bar being on a tribunal trial for treason. I just thought both...2021-06-2949 minMusic On Your Own TermsMusic On Your Own TermsMusic On Your Own Terms 123 "Carolyn Shulman - Astro-Physicist Approved Love Songs"Music On Your Own Terms 123 - Carolyn Shulman - Astro-Physicist Approved Love Songs Joining me from Denver, Colorado, is singer-songwriter Carolyn Shulman. We discover how her dad influenced her love of music, how she won a songwriting competition in college, but ended up becoming a social security lawyer in Houston, Texas, until she and her family moved to Colorado, where she decided to become a full time musician. Carolyn also shares what her law degree has taught her to watch out for in the music business, what surprises her most about social media, and what she's learned...2021-06-0149 minActive HopeActive HopeActive Hope: Episode 3 with guest Mayor Regina RomeroJoin us for Episode 3 of the Active Hope podcast, featuring Regina Romero, the first Latina and female mayor of Tucson, Arizona. Listen in as our hosts Kamilah Forbes, Marc Bamuthi Joseph, and Paola Prestini of the Apollo Theater, the Kennedy Center, and National Sawdust explore the topic of borders; what is the relationship between borders and migration? How and why do we choose to move? What are the visible and invisible borders we create, or that are created by others, that define our experience?   A special thank you to our guests, Mayor Regina Romero and Evan...2021-05-0659 minMy Backstage PassMy Backstage PassA Conversation with EmiSunshineIn this episode Lee & Billy have a conversation with singer songwriter EmiSunshine who was 16 years old at the time! Billy's YouTube video of Emi in 2014 (Emi Sunshine "Folsom Prison Blues") quickly garnered over 3 million views!Emi has been attracting national attention since she was 9 years old ("Today," "Little Big Shots," the Grand Ole Opry, etc.) In 2018, Emi was featured in the Grammy-nominated (for soundtrack) Elvis Presley documentary "The King," for which she wrote and performed two original songs while riding in the backseat of Elvis' 1963 Rolls-Royce.In 2019, Emi received The ASCAP Foundation Desmond Child Anthem...2021-03-1934 minFamily – The Sprocket PodcastFamily – The Sprocket PodcastE539 – Tom’s Cargo Bikes E058 REDUXThis week’s episode combines an interview from 2011 with bike builder Tom, who used to run Tom’s Cargo Bikes, and a few conversations with EJ & Eric, previous owners of his craftsmanship from 2020.  Producer Brock currently owns and rides #53 (lamplighter tall) & #95 (EJ’s bakfiets).  Eric’s cargo swingbike is currently in the custody of the Corvidae Bicycle Club. We’re looking forward to bringing you another new studio show soon! Tom’s Cargo Bikes built all kinds of conveyances from repurposed bicycle frames in style and with finesse.  Tom gave us the rundown on how he got into...2020-11-0100 minMusic On Your Own TermsMusic On Your Own TermsMusic On Your Own Terms 076 "The Inner Anthem Of James Dand (Slight Return)"Music On Your Own Terms 076 - The Inner Anthem Of James Dand (Slight Return) Joining me on the podcast once again from episode 8 is none other than my good friend James Dand! We recorded this episode a little while ago, prior to the release of his triple album, which I'm happy to report was released a few days before this episode airs. James gives some really great insight into the making of the album, including working with over twenty contributors, the logistics of legal agreements and the sessions themselves. We also discuss James' release strategy, and dig...2020-08-3147 minrevsimonsideways 3Speak Podcastrevsimonsideways 3Speak PodcastBroken Land (my first political song)https://3speak.tv/watch?v=revsimonsideways/yrtvcdlt Broken Land cover version This evil runs to deep with schemes of men, for days that lay ahead they sell their souls so cheap they breed mistrust, and fill my heart with dread When did the boy become a man and lose his life to learn no more confusion to their plans but times are now changing Chorus Show Brits the love to keep us together open up your hearts don't turn us away stand with us...2020-08-0100 minIceberg by RasoIceberg by RasoEpisodio 6 Pat-Ritch - Iceberg by RasoPat-Rich lavora per Radio Montecarlo dal 2001. Grazie a questo, ha suonato come DJ, in alcuni dei club più esclusivi della Costa Azzurra e nelle feste dei VIP. Nel 2008 ha prodotto la traccia "75 Brazil Street". Il successo di quella canzone in tutto il mondo, gli ha dato l'opportunità di esibirsi nei migliori club in Europa e in America. Nel 2009 Pitbull sul beat di "75, Brazil Street" scrisse la sua hit "I Know You Want Me". La canzone è arrivata al secondo posto nella classifica di Billboard 100 e ha ottenuto due ASCAP Award nel 2010. Attualmente Pat-Rich sta collaborando per i suoi nuovi brani con Luk...2020-06-0127 minThe Dream Big SeriesThe Dream Big SeriesDon Simon Entertainment Attorney, Educator and Arts Advocate.Don Simon is an attorney, educator and arts advocate. He is also a volunteer with Kansas City Volunteer Lawyers and Accountants for the Arts. http://kcvlaa.org/Don talks about the importance of starting a music career right along with what great information on ASCAP, BMI, Copyrighting and Performance royaltiesAlso Don speaks about the importance of setting up a bands organizational structure correctly. In other words, who gets paid what? In addition we discuss music publishing and you get paid when a song ends up on Netflix, a T.V. commercial, video game or...2020-01-1632 minMiddle AmericaMiddle AmericaVersions – Simon Trefzger Jr. and Rising Sons4. Simon Trefzger, Jr.'s journey to America is recalled along with the early happenings at Peoria's Trefzger's Bakery. The narrator discusses the journey a son makes in outgrowing his father's shadow."Middle America" is a podcast using history, storytelling, and music to talk about all of the issues and feelings brought on by the world around us. "Middle America" is an access point to everything under the sun.  Music in this episode:Jared Grabb “Prison Bars (Middle America Version)”Jared Grabb “Roots In Gasoline (Middle America Version)”Jared Grabb “Untitled (Drop D Melodic 201...2019-04-2832 minMusic Business HacksMusic Business Hacks#255 - Can Political Rallies Use Your Music Without Your Permission?Rihana and Axl Rose don't have much in common except one thing: displeasure at Donald Trump for having their music used at his rallies. In today's quick episode, we talk about how/when rallies can use your music and what you can (and can't do) to stop it from happening. Related: Episode #71: The Guide to Performing Rights Organizations: ASCAP, BMI, and SESAC Episode #46: Protecting Your Music Through Copyright Registration2018-11-1204 minMusic Business HacksMusic Business Hacks#141 - Permits and Licenses that Musicians NeedYou might not be aware, but you need a permit to be able to do business - including music business. But in addition to registering as a business, there are a couple of other key permits and licenses to be aware of to make sure that you're protected and in compliance. In today's episode, we talk about the most important ones. Resources: Registering your business: LegalZoom.com BusinessLicenses.com Episode 130: How to Start a Nonprofit Street performance licenses: Chicago, IL New York, NY Santa Monica, CA Salem, MA Greensboro, NC Greenville, SC (and many more, check the city first!) Covering...2018-06-2908 minMusic Business HacksMusic Business Hacks#77 - Weekly Recap: How Lists Unlock CreativityA recap of this week's best ideas: remembering your purpose as a musician and learning how creating a target and list can unlock your creativity in new ways. This week's episodes: 71 - The Guide to Performing Rights Organizations: ASCAP, BMI, and SESAC 72 - 6 Phrases That You Make sound Like a Diva 73 - Hacks for Productivity: Finding Time in Unexpected Places 74 - 5 Things You Can Learn From Your Day Job to Apply in Your Music Career 75 - How to Deal with Conflict in The Band 76 - Interview: Finding the Life Mission of the Artist with Ed Roman2018-04-1811 minMusic Business HacksMusic Business Hacks#71 - The Guide to Performing Rights Organizations: ASCAP, BMI, and SESACIf you're a songwriter, publisher, performer, or all 3, then you should be familiar with PROs. But what are the differences between ASCAP, BMI, and SESAC? Can you join more than one? What about Sound Exchange? In today's episode, we cover the basics and what you can do to make sure you're not leaving  money on the table. Resources: ASCAP BMI SESA Sound Exchange2018-04-1212 minMusic Business HacksMusic Business Hacks#68 - 50 Revenue Streams for Musicians part 250 revenue streams for musicians to inspire you to think more creatively about how you can earn a sustainable income. Are you receiving every dollar that you're able to earn? Resources: Future of Music's 45 Revenue Streams for Musicians Performing Rights Organizations: ASCAP BMI SESAC More ways to earn money: Sound Exchange royalties Film Musicians Secondary Money Fund Sound Recording Special Payments Fund SAG AFTRA YouTube Partner Program Patreon National Endowment for the Arts IRS 1023 EZ form (to apply for nonprofit status) Previous Episodes: Episode 3: How to Get Sponsorships (part 1) Episode 12: Crowdfunding Your Way to the Top Episode 13: Interview with Shanna Germain...2018-04-0914 minMusic Business HacksMusic Business Hacks#67 - 50 Revenue Streams for Musicians (part 1)50 revenue streams for musicians to inspire you to think more creatively about how you can earn a sustainable income. Are you receiving every dollar that you're able to earn? Resources: Future of Music's 45 Revenue Streams for Musicians Performing Rights Organizations: ASCAP BMI SESAC More ways to earn money: Sound Exchange royalties Film Musicians Secondary Money Fund Sound Recording Special Payments Fund SAG AFTRA YouTube Partner Program Patreon National Endowment for the Arts IRS 1023 EZ form (to apply for nonprofit status) Previous Episodes: Episode 3: How to Get Sponsorships (part 1) Episode 12: Crowdfunding Your Way to the Top Episode 13: Interview with Shanna Germain...2018-04-0810 minSongcraft: Spotlight on SongwritersSongcraft: Spotlight on SongwritersEp. 60 - JIMMY WEBB ("By the Time I Get to Phoenix")Jimmy Webb emerged as a superstar songwriter and arranger in 1967 when two of his songs – The 5th Dimension’s “Up, Up and Away” and Glen Campbell’s “By the Time I Get to Phoenix” - were among the five nominees for the Grammy’s Song of the Year award. He went on to write a string of major hits for Campbell, including “Wichita Lineman,” “Galveston,” "Where’s the Playground Susie,” “Honey Come Back,” and many others. Additionally, he penned “MacArthur Park,” which was a hit for a diverse range of artists, including Richard Harris, Waylon Jennings, Tony Bennett, Andy Williams, and Donna Summer; “The Wor...2017-04-181h 09CCMR TV CountryCCMR TV CountryRoy Acuff - Wabash CannonballFrom Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaRoy Claxton Acuff (September 15, 1903 – November 23, 1992) was an American country music singer, fiddler, and promoter. Known as the King of Country Music, Acuff is often credited with moving the genre from its early string band and "hoedown" format to the star singer-based format that helped make it internationally successful.Acuff began his music career in the 1930s, and gained regional fame as the singer and fiddler for his group, the Smoky Mountain Boys. He joined the Grand Ole Opry in 1938, and although his popularity as a musician waned in the late 1940s...2010-06-1102 min