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Solid Gold Spotlight: "Monster Mash"

Saturday October 31, 2009

The "national anthem of Halloween" may be the most popular song of the costuming season, but, as this history proves, it only got that way with a lot of help. Wondering how the Hollywood Argyles' "Alley Oop," Ronny and the Daytonas, and Leon Russell fit into the picture? Curious as to how it almost never saw the light of day? Wondering what Boris Karloff and Elvis thought of it? Look no further. Read the story of "Monster Mash" here.

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November 16, 2009 at 6:35 pm
(1) Marina Dolores GarciaS. says:

Young Boy!…every time you send a boletin you make my old heart sing …thank you very much…for the sweet memories ..God bless you..

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