Jason Spraggins
My degree is in Music Education. I'm currently working full time at a Pharmacy and taking classes at night to update my teaching certificate.
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Interview: John Mahon- Sir Elton John's PercussionistThe musician talks about his time with the EJ band, his side projects as a session player and songwriter, and the hobbies he enjoys when not on the road. -
Sharon Robinson Releases Remixed Live Track from 2009 Cohen TourMrs. Robinson has recently remixed a live recording from 2009 and made it available for free download to her fans via her website. -
Interview: Actor Robert Englund- the Original Freddy KruegerWith Robert Englund busy promoting his memoir and horror fans anxiously awaiting the new Nightmare installment, an interview with the original Freddy Krueger seemed appropriate. -
Interview: GRAMMY Award Winning Singer/Songwriter Sharon RobinsonLeonard Cohen's critically acclaimed producer and collaborator discusses her career and debut album as a solo artist. -
Interview: Scott Rinning of the CinematicsThe Cinematics' frontman was kind enough to set aside some time and answer a few questions about the new album, the band, himself, and a few other more random subjects. -
Interview: Mikael Jorgensen of Wilco and ProntoMikael recently took some time out from his busy schedule and dual life as frontman and sideman to discuss the new direction he took with The Cheetah, his life as a musician, and what he has planned for Pronto in the future. -
Music Review: The Cinematics - Love and TerrorThe Cinematics have delivered a sophomore album that bravely explores new, darker territory in their genre and that establishes them as a fresh and unique presence on the alt. rock scene. -
"A Nightmare on Elm Street" (2010) Teaser Trailer Hits MyspaceThe first glimpses of a contemporary re-imagining of the Wes Craven classic, A Nightmare on Elm Street, have been made available on MySpace in a newly released trailer. This much anticipated remake is due to hit theaters on April 30, 2010. -
Music Review: Pronto- "The Cheetah"Wilco's keyboardist, Mikael Jorgenson, returns with his side project, Pronto, to deliver and instrumental album of mellow experimentation with technology and music. -
Album Review: "Blue Moves" by Elton JohnWhat led to the album that helped bring an end to Elton John's 1970's reign as the King of the music business? -
Twelve More of the Best Obscure Elton John SongsAfter receiving such positive feedback and interest from a previous article, I decided to spend some more time digging into the Rocket Man's vast catalog in order to unearth a few more unappreciated and long lost gems. -
Who is the Greater Musical Artist: Michael Jackson or Elton John?Of course, the answer to this question is one of personal taste. That being said, I think it is worthy of thought and discussion, and such a conversation may offer some insight into how people view and value the art of popular music. -
Ann Coulter: Political Commentator or Entertainer?She fuels her book sales and her place in the media by fanning the flames of controversy with insulting, outrageous, and degrading language. Should Coulter be billed as a legitimate political commentator or as an entertainer, satirist, or even comedian?
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Ten Perfect Love Songs for Valentine's DayHere is a list of ten great and timeless songs of love you should consider using when creating the soundtrack for your own perfect night of romance this February 14th. -
Traditions of the United States Presidential InaugurationOn January 20th of this year, Barack Obama will be sworn in as the 44th POTUS, prompting the country to engage in the familiarity of the old ceremonial traditions to inaugurate a completely new kind of president. -
Top 10 Best Obscure Elton John SongsIn this article I have created a "top ten list" of some songs written by Elton and his long-time lyricist, Bernie Taupin, that were never huge radio hits and are not featured on the standard "Greatest Hits" compilations. -
The Background of HamasWith recent tensions and fighting erupting again among Israel and Palestine, many people unfamiliar with the situation are curious as to who the key players in conflict are and why they are fighting.
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"Day and Age" by the Killers: An Album ReviewWith their new album The Killers deliver a nearly perfect pop/rock record that reflects the band's sin city roots and embraces their ongoing domination of the world's music scene.
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John's Vision of Christ from Revelation 1:12-18Are the images from John's description of Jesus to be read as literal, or are they symbols being used to describe the nature of the Christ character John wishes to present?
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The Revelation of St. John: Historical or PropheticCan this book of supposed prophesy be understood without prior knowledge of the time and place in which it was written? Is it meant to be a book of hope or one of fear? Perhaps the answer can be found by placing the text in a historical context.
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"Joseph, Better You Than Me" by the Killers and Elton John: A ReviewThe Killers and Elton John team up to write and record a charity single for Aids Awareness. The track features vocals from Neil Tennant and reminds us why Elton has such staying power and why The Killers will be around for a long time to come.