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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1855, Ned Hanlan, Canadian rower, academic, and businessman (died 1908) was born. In 1908, Milton Berle, American comedian and actor (died 2002) was born. In 1917, Andrew Wyeth, American artist (died 2009) was born. In 1942, Steve Young, American country singer-songwriter and guitarist (died 2016) was born. In 1948, Walter Egan, American singer-songwriter and guitarist was born. In 1955, Jimmy LaFave, American singer-songwriter and guitarist (died 2017) was born. In 1967, Mac McCaughan, American singer and guitarist was born. In 1971, Yvon Robert, Canadian wrestler (born 1914) passed away. In 1998, Jimmy Driftwood, American singer-songwriter and banjo player (born 1907) passed away. In 2012, George C. Stoney, American director and producer (born 1916) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
‘Jimmy Savile nearly killed us!’ - Ned’s Atomic Dustbin leader Jonn Penney on surviving 1990s indie stardom and why they can’t wait for their first Irish gigs in over three decades

Noise Annoys chats to the nicest man in rock, Ned's Atomic Dustbin singer Jonn Penney, about the 1990s indie heroes' long-awaited return to Ireland
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