Pat Boone Inducted Into The Southern Legends Association!

In the years immediately prior to the British Invasion, only one performer rivaled the chart dominance of Elvis Presley, and that was Pat Boone. With his trademark white buck shoes, perfectly combed hair and gleaming smile, Boone was the very essence of American values at a time when rock & roll was viewed as a sign of the apocalypse-Pat embraced rock & roll and added his own twist.

Charles Eugene Boone was born June 1st, 1934 in Jacksonville, Florida; a descendent of American frontier hero Daniel Boone, he attended high school in Nashville, and was voted student body president. After graduating he married Shirley Foley, the daughter of country star Red Foley. 2007 marks the anniversary of his 53rd year in show biz and the 54th wedding anniversary to his wife, Shirley.

Pat Boone continues to influence and inspire fans, industry newcomers and seasoned veterans alike. A best-selling author, successful entrepreneur, chart-topping recording star, family man and legendary humanitarian, Pat's contribution to the American culture and country's consciousness has reached legendary status.

The Southern Legends Association is proud to honor Pat Boone in it's roll-call.

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Maria Muldaur Coming To Santa Barbara!

Organization: Santa Barbara Blues Society

Event: Tribute to Classic Blues Queens by Maria Muldaur and her band

Date: Saturday, September 15, 2007

Time: 8:30 PM

Location: Warren Hall, Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real, Santa Barbara

Description:

Singer Maria Muldaur, known for her hit “Midnight at the Oasis,” is an expert in many musical genres from bluegrass, folk, jazz, gospel and blues. Her recent trilogy of recordings on the Stony Plain label, featuring material by her musical heroines, the classic blues queens from the 20’s through the 40’s, has garnered 2 Grammy and 5 Blues Music Award nominations and has been riding high on the charts. Her Santa Barbara stop is part of a national tour promoting the most recent release “Naughty, Bawdy & Blue.” The show will feature songs by the likes of Bessie Smith, Memphis Minnie, Victoria Spivey, Alberta Hunter, Sippie Wallace, and others

Photo available on request

Tickets: General admission $30, members and one guest $25 each

Preferred VIP (including a free drink ticket: $40, members

and one guest each $35

College students $15, high school students $10

In advance at Folk Mote Music and Jensen Guitar & Music,

and also at the door

Website for more information: www.sbblues.org.

Contact: Laszlo Kiraly (805) 897-0060