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Richard Alva “Dick” Kriz

Posted on July 8, 2024 by Bob Ballantyne

Dick Kriz has been elected by his peers within the American Federation of Musicians as a Dean of Our Community because of his lifelong devotion to music and the union movement. Dick was a lifelong member of the AFM having joined in

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Becky Livermore & Terry Ard Links

Posted on July 8, 2024 by Bob Ballantyne

Becky and Terry, AKA, Barefoot Becky and the Ivanhoe Dutchman are the thriving rendition of ethnic dance band traditions of the upper Midwest in the twentieth century. Yet, if asked they’ll play anything they know or you can hum. Popular all over

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Dan “DJ” Johnson Links

Posted on July 8, 2024 by Bob Ballantyne

Not only is Dan a prominent Iowa Rocker and Blues Bassist, he is also a strong unionist. Dan is a life long member of the American Federation of Musicians. DAN “DJ” JOHNSON – Central Iowa Blues Society

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Eddie Piccard Links

Posted on November 4, 2023 by Bob Ballantyne

Eddie Piccard is the consummate local boy made good. He started his musical career in Norway (Iowa). Cornell College claims him as one of their own. His musical odyssey took him to the jazz clubs and Playboy Clubs of Chicago, both coasts,

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Sheriff Tom Owen Links

Posted on October 8, 2023 by Bob Ballantyne

https://www.hippostcard.com/listing/ia-cedar-rapids-iowa-rppc-sheriff-tom-owen-his-cowboys-wmt-radio-station/28197620

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Leo Greco Links

Posted on October 8, 2023 by Bob Ballantyne

Leo Greco – Wikipedia Radio Personality Leo Greco Dies – The Gazette Leo Greco – Discogs

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Charlie Haden Links

Posted on October 8, 2023 by Bob Ballantyne

Charlie Haden – Wikipedia

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Glenn Miller Links

Posted on October 8, 2023 by Bob Ballantyne

Glenn Miller – Wikipedia

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Lockrem Johnson Links

Posted on October 8, 2023 by Bob Ballantyne

Lockrem Johnson – Wikipedia

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Louie Bellson Links

Posted on October 8, 2023 by Bob Ballantyne

Louie Bellson – Wikipedia

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Jul
08

Richard Alva “Dick” Kriz

Dick Kriz has been elected by his peers within the American Federation of Musicians as a Dean of Our Community because of his lifelong devotion to music and the union movement. Dick was a lifelong member of the AFM having joined in

Read More
Jul
08

Becky Livermore & Terry Ard Links

Becky and Terry, AKA, Barefoot Becky and the Ivanhoe Dutchman are the thriving rendition of ethnic dance band traditions of the upper Midwest in the twentieth century. Yet, if asked they’ll play anything they know or you can hum. Popular all over

Read More
Jul
08

Dan “DJ” Johnson Links

Not only is Dan a prominent Iowa Rocker and Blues Bassist, he is also a strong unionist. Dan is a life long member of the American Federation of Musicians. DAN “DJ” JOHNSON – Central Iowa Blues Society

Nov
04

Eddie Piccard Links

Eddie Piccard is the consummate local boy made good. He started his musical career in Norway (Iowa). Cornell College claims him as one of their own. His musical odyssey took him to the jazz clubs and Playboy Clubs of Chicago, both coasts,

Read More
Oct
08

Sheriff Tom Owen Links

https://www.hippostcard.com/listing/ia-cedar-rapids-iowa-rppc-sheriff-tom-owen-his-cowboys-wmt-radio-station/28197620

Oct
08

Leo Greco Links

Leo Greco – Wikipedia Radio Personality Leo Greco Dies – The Gazette Leo Greco – Discogs

Oct
08

Charlie Haden Links

Charlie Haden – Wikipedia

Oct
08

Glenn Miller Links

Glenn Miller – Wikipedia

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