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<i>By Ann Powers, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer</i>

Ricky Nelson

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By Ann Powers, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer

Ricky Nelson

Ozzie and Harriet's younger son was the rock era's first TV-bred idol; his easy-rolling, dreamy hits made him more than a pretty face. Key song: "Lonesome Town"

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