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Fact #188705

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The front page headline story in American music business trade magazine Billboard, reads "Hoots Is The Name Of The Game This Year - Suddenly Folk Stuff Takes Over Industry." The story cites artists including The Kingston Trio, Peter Paul And Mary, Joan Baez and The New Christy Minstrels as being among those who have benefitted from the popularity of Hootenanny shows featuring folk musicians.