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Born Lillie Mae Jones, this singer toured with Lionel Hampton from 1948 – 1951, during which time her nickname was “[First Name] Bebop.” And, legend is that Hampton fired this singer seven times during this 2 1/2 year period, only to rehire her each time at the insistence of his wife Gladys. Who is she?
...October 21st, 2013
”"Day Dream" by Charlie Brice
The Sunday Poem is published weekly, and strives to include the poet reading their work.... Charlie Brice reads his poem at its conclusion
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