Leon Russell
APRIL 4
Born in Oklahoma, Leon Russell began playing the piano at four years old and began performing in Tulsa nightclubs at only 14. Soon after, he moved to Los Angeles where he worked as a session musician before becoming an arranger and songwriter in the late 1960s. Russell worked with a diverse collection of artists including George Harrison, Elton John, Doris Day, Eric Clapton, Barbra Streisand, Willie Neilson and Frank Sinatra. Soon after, Russell began a successful career as a solo recording artist and was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2011.
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The Lovin Spoonful
APRIL 18
Do you believe in magic? Formed in New York City in the early ‘60s, The Lovin’ Spoonful found success with their first single “Do You Believe in Magic” released in 1965. They quickly followed up this success with other hits such as “You Didn’t Have to Be So Nice,” “Daydream,” “Did You Ever Have to Make Up Your Mind?” and “Summer in the City.” The original group, which saw some changes as the years passed, was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2000.
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Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers
APRIL 24
Beloved here in their home state, Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers, fondly known as RCPM to their loyal fans, are a bit difficult to pin down. Originally gaining fame in the ‘90s as The Refreshments with their hit song “Banditos,” RCPM have seen a name change, sure, but also plenty of musical style changes as well. Crossing many genres from adult alternative rock to reggae, from pop to mariachi, these guys gain inspiration from everywhere.
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Kenny Rogers 2015
APRIL 25
Known easily as one of the most influential country music stars of his time, Kenny Rogers has charted over120 singles across multiple music genres and has sold more than 100 million records worldwide. Beginning his career in his 20s in the mid-‘50s, Rogers joined multiple bands and formed several groups before going solo in 1976. In 2013, Rogers was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame and recorded a new album You Can’t Make Old Friends, in which he featured Dolly Parton on the title track.
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ZZ Top
APRIL 26
Sure, they are recognized by their hats, sunglasses and long beards, but that doesn’t take anything away from ZZ Top’s music. One of the few major label recording groups who have held the same lineup for more than 40 years, the band is also praised for true mastery of music. Since releasing their first album in 1971, ZZ Top has changed their musical style from bluesy to new wave, punk rock sounds with synthesizers and back to guitar-based rhythms.
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