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Why Frank Sinatra was called The Voice

By Ray Bennett There were several reasons why Frank Sinatra, who was born 100 years ago today, was known as The Voice. In 1992, Daily Variety gave me the chance to research just how he earned the sobriquet.

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Why Rose Kennedy got mad at songwriter Sammy Cahn

By Ray Bennett Sammy Cahn was a walking musical box. Open him up and songs and memories came tumbling out in a profusion of rhythms, melodies and moods. When I interview him in 1975, to speak in his presence is … Continue reading

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