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Thread #8299 Message #1070078
Posted By: greg stephens
11-Dec-03 - 05:25 AM
Thread Name: Origins: Rock Island Line
Subject: RE: Rock Island Line
Earlier in this thread there is a reference to Lonnie Donegan's historic recording of "Rock Island Line", which kick started the British rock, blues and folk renaissance in the late 50's and 60's. The date given was 1956. That was indeed when the record became a hit, but it was actually recorded in 1954, and the 50 year celebrations will hopefully lead to fun and frolics this coming year wherever Lonnie's memory is revered.