(Encyclopedia) James, Saint, in the Bible, the “brother” of Jesus. The Gospels make several references to the brothers of Jesus, and St. Paul speaks of “James the Lord's brother.” While Protestants…
surfer sound rock group One of the most popular and influential American rock 'n roll bands, The Beach Boys were founded by the three Wilson brothers. Known for their lush harmonies and rock 'n…
rock band Irish rock band that rocketed to fame with hit songs such as “Linger” (1993), “Zombie” (1994) and “Free to Decide” (1996). Brothers Mike and Noel Hogan, O'Riordan and Lawler—all friends…
(Encyclopedia) Sousa, John PhilipSousa, John Philips&oomacr;ˈzə, –sə [key], 1854–1932, American bandmaster and composer, b. Washington, D.C. He studied violin and harmony in his native city and…
blues/rock band Lead singer John Popper almost had no choice but to embark upon a music career after his parents had enrolled him in music lessons for one instrument after another, including cello…
(Encyclopedia) Maccabees, two books included in the Septuagint and placed as the last two books in the Old Testament of the Vulgate; they are not included in the Hebrew Bible and are placed in the…
(Encyclopedia) Chaillé-Long, CharlesChaillé-Long, Charlesshäyāˈ-lông [key], 1842–1917, American soldier, African explorer, and writer, b. Princess Anne, Md. After serving in the Civil War, he was…
Willie NelsonArchive PhotosEntertainer of the YearWillie NelsonSingle of the Year“The Devil Went Down to Georgia,” Charlie Daniels BandAlbum of the YearThe Gambler, Kenny Rogers (United Artists)…
(Encyclopedia) Van Halen, Eddie (Edward Lodewijk Van Halen), 1955–2020, American rock musician and song writer, b. Amsterdam, Netherlands; his family moved to California when he was young. He and…
