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Blues Legend Koko Taylor Passes Away

Koko Taylor, a Chicago blues icon who was scheduled to appear at this year's Jubilee!JAM, died today of complications following surgery on May 19th. She was 80 years old. More at Chicago Tribune and Jubilee!JAM news.

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Isn't that the "Wang Dang Doodle" lady?

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LatashaWillis
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2009-06-03T21:45:24-06:00
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Sure is. I've been sad ever since I heard this news.

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Lady Havoc
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2009-06-03T21:54:51-06:00
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Oh no! How sad. RIP Ms. Taylor.

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andi
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2009-06-04T11:02:12-06:00
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I love the "Wang Dang Doodle"!

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golden eagle
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2009-06-04T19:56:13-06:00

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