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Did You Know
- • Wanda Jackson's career began on local Oklahoma radio at age 12.
- • Elvis Presley encouraged her to sing rockabilly, a major turning point.
- • She toured with Elvis, sparking a brief but impactful romance.
- • Jackson's 'Fujiyama Mama' was a massive hit in Japan.
- • She transitioned to gospel music in the 1970s after finding faith.
- • Her vibrant stage outfits were often designed and sewn by her mother.
- • Jack White produced her comeback album 'The Party Ain't Over' in 2011.
- • She's a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
- • Jackson had a top 40 hit with 'Right or Wrong' in 1961.
- • She recorded albums in both German and Japanese.
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Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
Kansas City, KS
"I'm goin' to Kansas City, Kansas City, here I come"
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Region: Central Oklahoma / Oklahoma City Area
Conference: Plains
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