Author: Gloria Irabor

The Brit Awards 2024, held on March 2nd, showcased remarkable talent and celebrated outstanding achievements in the music industry. Among the esteemed winners was Raye, honored as both Artist and Songwriter of the Year, highlighting her exceptional contribution to music. Wet Leg clinched the Best Group and Best Album titles, showcasing their prowess in the…

W. C. Clark, renowned as “The Godfather of Austin Blues,” left an indelible mark on the music world with his captivating talent and enduring legacy. Although never married, his heart belonged to Brenda Jasek, his fiancée. Tragedy struck in 1997 when Jasek, alongside Clark’s drummer, Pedro Alcoser Jr., perished in a car accident following a…

In 1975, American blues artist W. C. Clark founded the W. C. Clark Blues Revue. This band became influential in shaping Austin’s blues scene. Sharing stages with icons like James Brown and B.B. King, they also mentored talents such as Stevie Ray Vaughan and Lou Ann Barton, leaving a lasting musical legacy. W.C Clark Band…

W.C. Clark, affectionately known as the “godfather of the Austin blues scene,” passed away on March 2, 2024. He was aged 84. Born Wesley Curley Clark, he was raised in a musical household where gospel melodies and soulful rhythms filled the air. Clark’s musical journey commenced at the age of 14 when he first picked…

W.C. Clark, originally Wesley Curley Clark, was born into a musical household in Austin, Texas, in 1939. While details about his parents remain undisclosed, it’s known that his upbringing was steeped in music. His father strummed the guitar, while his mother and grandmother lent their voices to gospel melodies within the church choir, imprinting a…

W. C. Clark, known as “The Godfather of Austin Blues,” was not only a legendary musician but also a family man. Though he kept much of his family life private, he spoke of his son and daughter in interviews. Unfortunately, his son, Carl, lost his battle with cancer. Clark’s musical journey spanned more than fifty…

Austin blues icon W.C. Clark passed away on March 2nd, 2024, at 84, leaving behind a legacy etched in the hearts of many. There are rumours of a recent cancer diagnosis, but his official cause of death is yet to be revealed. Clark’s death marked the end of an era, stirring waves of sorrow within…

In the heart of Austin’s blues scene, a familial connection bridges generations of musical talent. W.C. Clark, affectionately known as the “Godfather of Austin Blues,” and Gary Clark Jr., a renowned blues guitarist, share more than just a surname—they’re cousins. Despite not being particularly close, their bond through the Clark family name intertwines with their…

Australia’s approach to daylight saving time (DST) can be puzzling, given its varied implementation across the country. In certain regions like New South Wales (NSW), Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Victoria (VIC), Tasmania (TAS), and South Australia (SA), residents adjust their clocks to make the most of extended daylight hours. However, Queensland (QLD), Northern Territory (NT),…

In many places, including some cities, there’s a thing called Daylight Saving Time (DST). It’s also known as summer time. Here’s what happens: in the spring or summer, we move the clocks forward by one hour. Then, in the fall, we move them back by one hour. Let’s take an example: Think about a city…