In 1975, American culture changed the landscape of television entertainment. In 1975, American culture launched stardom to primetime actors truly ready to test a sketch comedy program known simply as Saturday Night Live, or SNL. At the end of the season, the cast knew something amazing unfolded and a strong future was possible for the show. This was proven 49 seasons later.
Every season changes with the cast - some leave, some stay, some join. Every week has a new celebrity host, although there are a select few that have repeat hosted so many times that an elite club was created. Every week has a new musical act. There are two constants - the resident band and the rule that the cast and host cannot laugh. Of course, this is next to impossible when the audience is laughing hard and the want is exceptionally tense.
Let's go back to the musical guests.
Season 1 - Episode 1
Host: George Carlin ... Musical Guests: Billy Preston & Janis Ian
Season 1 - Episode 24
Host: Kris Kristofferson ... Musical Guest: Rita Coolidge
Since music is a fundamental part of the series and music defines Set List, I say play it SNL!
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