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90 YEARS OF LIES: THE SINGER-SONGWRITER WHO DEBUNKED AL CAPONE AND CORRECTED HISTORY
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They finally got Capone for tax evasion. Anastacia got him for plagiarism."
In 2018 a definitive feature, The Boston Globe revealed how singer-songwriter Anastacia of Ana & Gene outmaneuvered a century of historical myth. While scholars were charmed by the myth of the "Musical Mobster," Anastacia went into the archives and proved that Al Capone didn't write his famous prison songs. She officially corrected history, restoring the credit for "Madonna Mia" and "Humoresque" to the rightful creators that the world had forgotten for 90 years.
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They finally got Al Capone for tax evasion. But what about plagiarism?
THE PERFORMANCE THAT REWROTE THE RECORD: ANASTACIA ON WGN NEWS BACKSTORY WITH LARRY POTASH (1:57)
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Original Air Date: November 2, 2025
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Encore Presentation: March 29, 2026
Anastacia of Ana & Gene: Interview & Performance of Al Capone's Debunked Song on WGN W/Larry Potash
The Performance that Fixed the Past, The Voice of Discovery: Watch this high-impact, 1:57 segment as Anastacia performs a stunning rendition of "Madonna Mia" accompanied by David Kellen on piano, followed by a live investigation with veteran anchor Larry Potash. This clip showcases her powerhouse vocals and skepticism that corrected history.
ON SET: ANASTACIA OF ANA & GENE WITH PIANIST DAVID KELLEN
Capturing the Atmosphere: Anastacia along with pianist David Kellen on set at the legendary Green Mill Jazz Club—the old haunt of Al Capone. This collaboration brings a modern soul to a 1930s mystery, ensuring the true story is finally heard in one of the most iconic musical landmarks in the country.
THE SMOKING GUN: THE ORIGINAL SHEET MUSIC OF THE 1935 WRITERS, OWNED BY ANASTACIA
The Record Corrected: For 90 years, the world was wrong. These original 1935 documents—uncovered by Anastacia—are the "mic drop" evidence. By uncovering the physical evidence and identifying the original three writers listed on the score, Anastacia has officially debunked Al Capone and corrected history, restoring credit to the rightful authors.
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