Etta James
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He’s Funny That Way
A week before our reception, three days married, I beckon Peter to come listen to the song I’ve chosen for our first dance.
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Notable San Francisco: 6/21–6/27
Wednesday 6/21: Cuban writer Achy Obejas (The Tower of the Antilles—our June book club pick!), currently Distinguished Visiting Writer at Mills College, reads from her forthcoming story collection. Free, 7 p.m., City Lights. Charif Shanahan, Nancy Patrice Davenport, André Le Mont Wilson, Andrew J.…
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R.I.P. Etta James
Etta James has passed away at the age of 73. The New Yorker reflects on her life and songs. The Awl pays tribute with this playlist.
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Rumpus Original – A Review of Cadillac Records
Good music usually has a story. At 26 Beethoven lost his hearing. Bach had issues with authority. Sid Vicious’ parents were hippies. Sometimes these details explain the nature of the art, other times, they’re just interesting anecdotes that are nicely…