Formed in Daytona Beach, Florida by brothers Duane and Gregg Allman, The Allman Brothers Band was originally called Hour Glass. Duane went to Muscle Shoals, Alabama to work as a session musician for the recording studios there. The brothers then recruited Jaimoe and Berry Oakley to join their burgeoning group. In 1969, they moved to Macon, Georgia to join the roster of … [Read more...] about The Allman Brothers Band Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
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Film Friday: The Best of Enemies
Based on the true story of the Durham, North Carolina 1971 charrette, this film centers on the conflict between civil rights activist Ann Atwater and C. P. Ellis, then the Exalted Grand Cyclops of the Durham KKK. Taraji P. Henson and Sam Rockwell star as the two main characters forced to collaborate to prevent student violence surrounding the integration of schools. Filmed … [Read more...] about Film Friday: The Best of Enemies
Film Friday: I, Tonya
I, Tonya tells the story of competitive figure skater Tonya Harding who wants to make it big at all costs. But her ex-husband intervenes and changes her career forever. Margot Robbie, Bobby Cannavale, and Allison Janney star in the real-life story. The Macon Coliseum was used for ice rink scenes. Filmed In: Atlanta and Macon, Georgia If You Like: Moneyball … [Read more...] about Film Friday: I, Tonya
Native American Landmarks of Georgia
The state of Georgia is rich in Native American history with tribes settled here long before European arrival. Cherokee and Creek tribes were forcibly removed on the Trail of Tears. There are now 10 locations in the state with National Trail of Tears designations.But these landmarks are a reminder of their legacy. New Echota State Historic Site, Calhoun New Echota State … [Read more...] about Native American Landmarks of Georgia
Music Monday: Otis Redding
By Volt Records - Billboard, page 7, 7 January 1967, Public Domain, Link Otis Redding Jr. was a high school dropout who supported his family by playing with Little Richard's band the Upsetters. After a chance encounter at Stax Recording Studio, he signed his first contract. His music initially reached primarily African American audiences, but later became widely appreciated, … [Read more...] about Music Monday: Otis Redding
