Hugh Oliver

Hugh Oliver: Late Bloomer

From: Sean Rasmussen
Series: Happy
Length: 08:23

If you have ever given up on a dream, or think you're too old to start something new, you might think again after hearing this episode of happy... Read the full description.

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Playing: Hugh Oliver: Late Bloomer
From: Sean Rasmussen

Hugholiverprofile_small Hugh Oliver is breaking into the music scene at 82, with his combination of catchy melodies and clever lyrics on topics such as Facebook, Internet dating, death, and more. With a documentary coming out this summer about him, and some YouTube videos that are going viral, it looks like he's on his way.

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Piece Description

Hugh Oliver is breaking into the music scene at 82, with his combination of catchy melodies and clever lyrics on topics such as Facebook, Internet dating, death, and more. With a documentary coming out this summer about him, and some YouTube videos that are going viral, it looks like he's on his way.