The Tragic True Story Behind Jackson Frank's Song Marlene
Musicians will sometimes use personal tragedies as a muse to inspire their lyrics. Here's the tragic true story behind Jackson Frank's song Marlene.
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Star Trek Actors Before They Made It Big
"Star Trek's" charasmatic actors have brought the franchise's stories heart, soul, and life. Here are the true stories of some of "Star Trek's" brightest stars.
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The Tragic Death Of Explorer Kit Carson
Christopher Houston "Kit" Carson was a prime example of Old West survival skills. Until he died, that is.
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What Johnny B. Badd Has Been Doing Since Retiring From Wrestling
Johnny B. Badd had wins against some of the biggest names in the game, such as Stone Cold Steve Austin and Isaac Yankem, D.D.S., the first iteration of Kane.
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Where Does Joe Rogan Live And How Big Is His House?
Podcast host and UFC commentator Joe Rogan seems to be doing pretty well for himself at the moment. We're guessing his house is pretty nice, too.
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The Truth About Metallica's New Whiskey
Blackened Whiskey launched in 2018 with Metallica's realization that they could put their name on stuff other than tee shirts and Hot Topic accouterments.
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How Many Times Was Frank Sinatra Arrested?
Frank Sinatra had a short criminal rap sheet consisting of a few arrests. One of them was for seduction, which along with adultery, was actually a crime.
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This Is How Much Fiona Apple Is Really Worth
Fiona Apple might be famous, but her relationship with the limelight has always been a double-edged sword. But when it comes to money -- how big is her cut?
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How Music Experts Taught AI To Compose Beethoven
Beethoven passed away in 1827 and left us with pieces of his unfinished work, including his 10th symphony. And now? An AI has stepped up to finish it.
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Is Donnie Yen A Real Martial Artist?
Donnie Yen: are his skills for real, or just for show?
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How Did Muddy Waters Get His Name?
Muddy Waters was a blues musician from Mississippi who helped pave the way to rock 'n' roll. Here's how the legendary bluesman got his name.
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Why Walt Disney Felt Responsible For His Mother's Death
A new home was the catalyst for the death of Walt Disney's mother, and he blamed himself for it for the rest of his life.
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Wildly Dangerous Things That Happened On The Set Of The Wizard Of Oz
Workplace health and safety standards were pretty much nonexistent in the early 20th century — just look at the 1939 production of The Wizard of Oz.
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Who Founded The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame?
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame founders were pioneers in the rock industry and early champions of the genre, if not necessarily famed musicians.
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The Untold Truth Of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, The Godmother Of Rock 'N' Roll
Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the "godmother of rock & roll," may be one of the most consistently under-appreciated performers in music history.
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What Happened To Scott Weiland's Kids?
Rock 'n' roll frontman Scott Weiland died in 2015, leaving behind two teenaged children. Here's what happened to Scott Weiland's kids.
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Cheech & Chong's Basketball Jones Included Some Major Names In Music
Cheech & Chong were a comedy duo in the '70s with numerous films under their belt. And, their song "Basketball Jones" featured some stellar musicians.
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Who Invented Karaoke?
Karaoke is a popular pastime enabling the dulcet tones of friends and family members worldwide. But, this entertainment behemoth has humble beginnings.
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Stanley Kubrick Managed To Sneak A Cameo By His Wife Into A Clockwork Orange
Ah, the cameo -- that grace note in a film or TV show, often intended as a lighter moment, most famously by Alfred Hitchcock. Stanley Kubrick also indulged.
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Stanley Kubrick's First Career Helped Him Develop The Skills To Go Into Directing
Stanley Kubrick's first career working as a magazine photographer helped him develop the skills that would later serve him well as a film director.
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The Chilling Message Taylor Hawkins Sent Before His Death
When an individual dies, it's not uncommon for otherwise mundane events -- a text, a phone call -- to take on exceptional, even painful meaning.
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The Truth About Rock Hudson's Relationship With Elizabeth Taylor
Co-workers don't always develop personal relationships, but it seemed to happen with Rock Hudson, who counted Doris Day and Elizabeth Taylor among his friends.
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What You Never Noticed About Bob Ross' Hands
While fans have become familiar with Ross's many catchphrases and iconic permed hairdo, there are still a lot of things many people don't know about him.
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The Conspiracy Theory That Says Beyoncé Is Actually Solange's Mother
Families are often up for discussion, analysis, even gossip. That's true in everyday life. Celebrity families also come under analysis and rumor.
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The Tragic Life Of Ska Music's Greatest Trombonist
Don Drummond's unprecedented skill with the trombone was an indispensable part of the Skatalites' sound. His genius is lauded, but his troubled life was short.
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The World Record Kat Von D Once Held
Did you know that Kat Von D once held a world record? Per World Record Academy, at one point Von D held the world record for most tattoos done in 24 hours.
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