Norma-Jean Wofford (c. 1942 – April 30, 2005) was an American guitarist who played with Bo Diddley and his band from 1962 to 1966. … [Read more...] about Wednesday Open Thread: Black Women and Rock N Roll
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Saturday Open Thread: Pop Culture of 2016
Good Morning POU! The year just ended so lots haven't happened in terms of who won what, so add the things you believe were eventful for the year in pop culture in your comments! Share! Well we can certainly see a difference in cast 'color' on the television networks from 1966 to 2016, can't we? Some of the top rated shows not only feature people of color, but are … [Read more...] about Saturday Open Thread: Pop Culture of 2016
Friday Open Thread: Pop Culture of 2006
Some highlights from 2006 1. The ubiquitous YouTube, MySpace, etc. Time magazine made the world wide web its Person of the Year. 2. Major deaths: James Brown, Ahmet Ertegun, Robert Altman. All incredibly influential, all deserving of more due. The world is a lesser place with their losses. 3. Mel Gibson. His drunken, racist tirade made him the center of attention in … [Read more...] about Friday Open Thread: Pop Culture of 2006
Thursday Open Thread: Pop Culture of 1996
Top TV Shows 1996: … [Read more...] about Thursday Open Thread: Pop Culture of 1996
Wednesday Open Thread: Pop Culture of 1986
Children of the 80s! Rise up!! Top TV Shows of 1986. 1. The Cosby Show … [Read more...] about Wednesday Open Thread: Pop Culture of 1986