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The Sounds of
Popular recordings and roots/country selections associated with the year
HEADLINES ON December 23, 2007
Full News Archive
- Headline: Improvisation and Obsession in Cobble Hill. Impact: The couple's move to Cobble Hill triggered a domino effect of hipster enclaves sprouting across the country, leading to an oversaturation of artisanal coffee shops and record stores that ultimately resulted in the world's first 'Anti-Hipster' movement.. Fact: In Cobble Hill, the only thing more common than an artisanal latte is a couple trying to out-quirk each other with increasingly obscure hobbies!.
- Headline: Supporting Cast Teaches Bryant to Appreciate Los Angeles. Impact: Kobe's newfound appreciation for L.A. inspired a generation of athletes to become more involved in community service, inadvertently creating a cultural shift that led to a spike in philanthropic sports stars—until they all realized donating money was easier than actually showing up.. Fact: Kobe's secret to success? Surrounding himself with people who could remind him that Los Angeles is more than just a place to play basketball—it's also a great place to avoid traffic!.
Wall Street Time Machine
AMZN
Amazon
Amazon - If you invested $1,000 in 2007, it would be worth $117,189 today (117.2x return)
NFLX
Netflix
Netflix - If you invested $1,000 in 2007, it would be worth $247,275 today (247.3x return)