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Patrick Swayze’s Dundalk Hide-A-Way Leather Tee in Point Break

Posted on December 30, 2015 by atomictv

By Jimbo Woodrow Buckler (‎Facebook: I Grew Up in Dundalk, MD, 12/28/2015) “Did you know that Patrick Swayze wore a Hide-A-Way Leather shirt in a scene in the movie Point Break? As the story goes, a friend of someone who … Continue reading →

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“Walking in an Essex Wonderland” — Interview with Parody Song’s Creator

Posted on December 25, 2015 by atomictv

By Scott Huffines (Baltimore or Less, 12/24/2014) Brett Harlow penned one of Baltimore’s Christmas cult classics, “Walking in an Essex Wonderland.” It’s one of those ditties that would be heavily played during the holidays on 98 Rock back in the … Continue reading →

Posted in 1990s, 2000s, Baltimorons, Christmas, Holidays | 5 Comments

Baltimore’s Al Jolson Impersonator Calls It Quits

Posted on November 12, 2015 by atomictv

By Jessica Contrera (Washington Post, 11/12/2015) The black greasepaint had thickened to the consistency of toothpaste. Bobby Berger slapped it onto his face in clumps, then rubbed it in circles, covering his 67-year-old white skin. He couldn’t remember how old … Continue reading →

Posted in 2010s, Baltimorons, Essex / Middle River, Music | 1 Comment

Aerostat Breaks Free in Maryland, Heads to Pennsylvania for Less Restrictive Gun Laws

Posted on October 28, 2015 by atomictv

The Aberdeen Proving Ground aerostat is proud to announce that it has broken free from the clutches of Maryland’s high taxes and restrictive gun laws and is moving to Pennsylvania. The aerostat will commute to Maryland to collect a paycheck … Continue reading →

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