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Capturing this beauty in one take is unreal—his voice is otherworldly.
In 1988, at 3 a.m., Israel Kamakawiwo'ole called a recording studio with an urgent request to record a song immediately. Fifteen minutes later, he arrived, and the studio owner, Milan Bertosa, recalled, "The largest man I had ever seen walked in." A security guard provided the 500-pound Israel with a sturdy steel chair to sit on. Bertosa set up the microphones, performed a quick sound check, and began recording. The first thing Israel played and…
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Just Imagine How Beethoven Might Have Savored Such an Incredible Event.
In Japan, a unique tradition since 1983 has brought together a choir of 10,000 singers each December to perform the choral climax of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony. With the addition of the orchestra, this creates a truly monumental performance. Beethoven's Ninth has become closely associated with Christmas in Japan, where it is performed hundreds of times in shopping malls, community centers, and concert halls. Yet, nothing compares to the awe-inspiring magic of 10,000 voices singing in…
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Senior Guitarist, 80, Rocks Nashville with Epic Performance
At 80 years old, Bob Wood entered British Audio Service in Nashville, Tennessee, intending only to collect his repaired amplifiers. However, what unfolded next left everyone in awe. Wearing a pink and blue checkered shirt, Bob picked up a sunburst Epiphone Riviera to test the amps. With astonishing speed and precision, his fingers glided across the frets as he delivered a breathtaking rendition of *Bésame Mucho*. Store employee Shane Radtke, mesmerized by Bob’s extraordinary blend…
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James Corden & Aaron Taylor-Johnson Learn From the Best as John Travolta Delivers a Playful Dance Lesson
At 65, John Travolta graced *The Late Late Show with James Corden* and reaffirmed his status as a dance icon. In a lively and spontaneous lesson, Travolta taught James Corden and guests Aaron and Sam Taylor-Johnson classic moves like the twist, the swim, the hip shaker, and even the Batman. The audience was enthralled as Travolta effortlessly demonstrated the signature moves that cemented his legendary status in films such as *Grease,* *Saturday Night Fever,* and…
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Miley Cyrus Gives George Clooney a Touching Country Performance Tribute
During a tribute to "America's leading man" George Clooney at the American Film Institute, Miley Cyrus took the stage in a packed theater to deliver a captivating performance of *Man of Constant Sorrow*. This iconic country song, famously associated with Clooney's character in *O Brother, Where Art Thou?*, highlighted Miley's remarkable vocal range and versatility as a performer. Her stunning tribute, celebrated for showcasing her incredible country voice, went on to garner over 8.3 million…
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The Night Rock Legends Honored Carl Perkins: George Harrison and Eric Clapton Shine
On October 23, 1985, George Harrison and Eric Clapton shared the stage as members of an all-star band to pay tribute to the legendary rockabilly artist Carl Perkins. The special event, hosted at London’s Royal Albert Hall, featured a roster of some of the biggest names in rock and roll, including Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr. Harrison and Clapton, both harboring deep admiration for Perkins, were central to the tribute, delivering powerful performances of classic…
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