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James Zahn aka The Rock Father is the founder and publisher of The Rock Father Magazine, and also serves as Editor-in-Chief of The Toy Book, and Senior Editor of The Toy Insider and The Pop Insider. Zahn is an Illinois-based writer, media personality, commentator, director, actor, adventurer, raconteur, and overall pop culture and toy enthusiast. James is frequently called upon for expert commentary on the toy industry and has been seen on or quoted in Yahoo! Finance, CNN, FOX Business, MarketWatch, Forbes, NBC, ABC, CBS, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The NY Post, The Chicago Tribune, PopSugar, Fangoria, Starlog, and many more. He has been involved with business, entertainment, and media for more than 30 years, with a passion for music, film, retail, and publishing. Follow James on Twitter @TheRockFather. Email him: james@therockfather.com
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ANCIENT HISTORY!Music
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DEALS!Music
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AMERICA!Food & Drink
Ready to rock this summer? Igloo, known for its timeless collection of classic coolers and innovative collabs, has launched an all-new line of red, white,...

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ROLLIN' DOWN THE STREET!Food & Drink
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HOME RUN!Food & Drink
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Food & Drink
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Gibson, Noel Gallagher Create 20 Gibson 1978 Les Paul Custom Guitars for Gibson Garage London

ROCK 'N ROLL STAR!Music
The iconic Gibson Garage is planting a flag in the UK, and opening day will rock for a good cause. To celebrate the grand opening...

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SHAMROCK & ROLL!Food and Drink
McDonald's dropped a surprise this week as Shamrock Shakes hit the menu a bit earlier than usual. The company's "menu spotter" broke the news that...

Taylor Guitars Throws it Back with New Amplifier Brand: Circa 74

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