Rasma Raisters
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My passions are writing and creating poetry. I write for several sites online and have four themed blogs on Wordpress. Please follow me on Twitter.
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We’ve Gotta Get Out of This Place
The British rock group The Animals released their first album in 1964, simply titled The Animals. Their first album featured Eric Burdon on vocals, Alan Price on keyboards, Hilton Valentine on guitar, Chas Chandler on bass, and John Steel on drums. In 1983, the five original members of The Animals, who had reunited in 1977, released one more album entitled The Ark. After a tour, The Animals broke up for good.
By Rasma Raisters4 days ago in Beat
Ghostly Happenings in Alabama
Haunted by Sarah Located in Tuscaloosa, Drish House is among the most haunted places in the US. This stately home was built by Dr. John R. Drish for his new bride, Sarah, in 1835. They had lived in the home for 32 years when John drunkenly fell down the staircase and died. His spirit might still be around, but mostly the home is haunted by his wife, Sara, who even after death refused to leave because her family failed to honor her funerary wishes. Today this manor is used for weddings and celebrations, but that has not kept Sarah away. If you look up at the third-story tower, you might get a glimpse of the lady of the house. Perhaps she enjoys taking part in the celebrations.
By Rasma Raisters4 days ago in Horror
The Gramercy Park Hotel
The Gramercy Park Hotel is located in a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood alive with legend and history. Astors, Morgans, Rockefellers, and Roosevelts all lived here, and their elegant townhouses are still part of the neighborhood’s unique charm.
By Rasma Raisters4 days ago in History
Amazing Artwork by Roy Lichtenstein
American artist, sculptor, and lithographer Roy Lichtenstein was an amazing pop art artist. He became widely recognized for his bold use of imagery taken from comic strips and commercial art. His artworks often feature the Ben-Day dot technique, imitating the printing methods used in comic books. This method, paired with flat, vibrant colors, created a distinctive and recognizable style.
By Rasma Raisters4 days ago in Art
Let’s Live for Today
The American rock band the Grass Roots was at the top between 1965 and 1975. The band was the creation of Lou Adler and the songwriting duo of P.F. Sloan and Steve Barri. During their musical career they had two gold albums and two gold singles and have sold more than 20 million records worldwide. Band member Rob Grill passed away in 2011. Former musicians who have been with the Grass Roots still go on tours and take part in oldies shows all over the world.
By Rasma Raisters8 days ago in Beat
