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Arthur "Killer" Kane (1949-2004) punk rock |
He was the bassist for the legendary early '70s glam-rock band the New York Dolls.
"I prayed about it, hoping the Book of Mormon was true,"
Kane explained in New York Doll, a documentary about his life debuting at this year's Sundance Film Festival.
Rock 'n' roll redemption: Documentary traces former glam-rocker's conversion to LDS Church New York Dolls Bassist Arthur Kane Dies by Alyssa Rashbaum, MTV News, 15 Jul 2004 |
 New York Doll |
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The Killers modern rock |
The Killers were nominated for MTVU "Woodie" Award - Best Emerging Artist.
They were also selected as one of the top ten finalists for the 2004 Shortlist Music Prize for Artists Achievement in Music.
Brandon Flowers, a Mormon from Las Vegas has spoken out about his chosen career path and his religious beliefs:
"Being a Mormon is just like following any religion.
It's not much different than a lot of them.
But it's difficult sometimes when you are on the road."
Songs of praise A practicing Mormon, 25-year-old Brandon Flowers is married to a primary (Elementary) school teacher and desperate to start a family. Craig McLean talks to the Killers' singer about resisting temptation From the Observer Magazine in The United Kingdom |
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King Sisters
King Family |
One of the big band era's most popular and enduring vocal groups, the
King Sisters -- Donna, Yvonne, Luise and Alyce -- were born and raised
in Salt Lake City, UT. Taking their stage name from their father, vocal
trainer Daddy King Driggs. The King Family had several incarnations up through the early 70's. The show was renewed for the 1966-67 season, and made a brief comeback as a regular series in the Spring of 1969. They also did several guest appearances on Ed Sullivan and Hollywood Palace. In 1967, they began producing a series of holiday specials, beginning with Thanksgiving and Christmas. By 1971, they ended up with a special for every month of the year (there was a joke about "Groundhog Day with the King Family"), many of which were repeatedly aired in syndication for years after. Family-oriented musical variety show featuring the King Sisters and their large, extended musical family, ranging from children to senior citizens. |
The King Sisters Biography
Ozzie Nelson and the King Sisters |
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Gladys Knight rhythm and blues, pop, gospel, soul |
She was baptized in August 1997 and
received the endowment one year later. In 2000, she produced her
first inspirational album, Many Different Roads, and in 2002,
she organized a choir “to provide an opportunity for people who
wouldn’t come otherwise to an LDS meeting, where they will hear a
strong Christ-centered message of the restored gospel and feel the
spirit that is present.” The choir is made up of more than 100
members from several stakes in the greater Las Vegas area. They
bring a new level of passion and cultural awareness to the
traditionally reserved LDS hymns. At the request of President
Hinckley “to make your music available world-wide”, they have
introduced their debut album One Voice, available at
most retail music locations.
Gladys Knight and the Saints Unified Voices win a Grammy February 8th 2006 ! Click here to watch and listen to Gladys Knight's Testimony of the church Erin's Fan Site Saints Unified Voices Knight Wins Grammy for Duet with Charles, But Where Was She? |
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Low indie rock |
It’s no secret that two-thirds of Low – guitarist Alan Sparhawk and drummer Mimi Parker, also husband and wife – are practicing Mormons... References do pop up every now and then, though. www.appelstein.com | Chairkickers.com |
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Anthony Mather Industrial |
He is signed to Noitekk Records in Germany.
He has two signed bands: Aslan Faction & Tactical Sekt.
His new CD Burn Process is Number 3 in the Dutch Charts.
Much of his music deals with moral themes, religion and politics.
He is a member of the Banbury Ward, Northampton, England Stake.
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www.aslan-faction.com www.tactical-sekt.com |
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Mormon Tabernacle Choir inspirational Grammy Award Winner |
It might seem just too obvious to list the Mormon Tabernacle Choir on a page of famous Mormon musicians.
On the other hand, with a Grammy Award and four Gold Records, they are too famous to leave off any such list.
The choir is made up of 360 volunteers who range in age from 25 to 60.
They are accompanied by a volunteer orchestra of 110 musicians.
President Ronald Reagan labeled the Mormon Tabernacle Choir "America's Choir," and
at his 1989 inauguration, President George H. W. Bush proclaimed it "a national treasure."
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 America's Choir |
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Maren Ord |
Driven by her songwriting smarts, wielding voice and rocking pop acoustics, Maren Ord, a feisty Edmonton native, was blown into international attention at an early age. By 17, her debut album, Waiting, had spawned more than 23,000 spins from its three singles, was nominated for a Juno Award, landed her a spot on the Lilith Fair Tour and catapulted Maren into the whirlwind of professional music. | marenord.com |
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The Osmond Brothers pop |
Alan, Wayne, Merrill, Jay and Donny sang five part harmonies in competition with the Jackson Five. Originally formed in 1967, hits included: "One Bad Apple," "Double Lovin'," "Yo Yo," "Down By The Lazy River," "Crazy Horses" and "The Proud One." Probably their most ambitious moment came with the evangelical concept album, The Plan, in which they attempted to express their Mormon beliefs. The group officially disbanded in 1980. |
 Best of the Osmonds |
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Donny Osmond rock and pop |
Donny Osmond was one of the quintessential teen idols of the 1970s, with perhaps the longest run on the covers of the teen magazines of any idol. He did several albums with his sister Marie, and they have done two television shows together. From 1992-1997, Donny appeared in the title role of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Today he is hosting Pyramid; he has a new album; and he uses his web site to share his beliefs. |
 This Is the Moment |
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Marie Osmond country |
She was the first female country artist to have a number one song ("Paper Roses") from her debut album. She was the youngest person ever to co-host a weekly, television variety show. Recording hits include: "Meet Me In Montana," "There's No Stopping Your Heart," "I Only Wanted You," "You're Still New to Me" and "Read My Lips." She was the co-founder of the Children's Miracle Network. Today, she creates and manufacturers her own line of porcelain dolls. |
 Behind the Smile: My Journey Out of Postpartum Depression |
