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'Why Willie Mae Thornton Matters' explores the legacy of the Black musician who made 'Hound Dog' a hit
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June 27, 202311 min read, 2204 words

'Why Willie Mae Thornton Matters' explores the legacy of the Black musician who made 'Hound Dog' a hit'Why Willie Mae Thornton Matters' explores the legacy of the Black musician who made 'Hound Dog' a hit

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Published: June 27, 2023  |  11 min read, 2204 words
A new biography captures “Big Mama” Thornton's unapologetic life and the ways it transcended genres and gender norms beyond her bluesy hit song and the “Elvis moment.” June is a month of joy, resistance and celebration. In addition to Pride, a celebration of queer identities that...
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June 27, 2023
Fascinating interview with a passionate individual on the subject. I'm amazed by the amount of information in one article, can't imagine what more can be found in the author's book.
June 27, 2023
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