"Kokomo" was introduced to younger audiences when it was covered by Jim Henson's Muppets on the album Muppet Beach Party in 1993. The Beach Boys' lyrics were changed from "gave me a tropical …

Oct 21, 2019 · Simply titled “Kokomo”, the song describes two lovers taking a trip to an island somewhere in the Caribbean, near the Florida Keys. It mentions a few other islands, like Aruba, …

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A significant number of technical and engineering innovations were developed in Kokomo, particularly in automobile production, and, as a result, Kokomo became known as the "City of Firsts."

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National Record Store Day to be celebrated at Kokomo's American Dream Hi Fi; Event to include a "Super Jam" session by local musicians, limited edition vinyl and craft beers

The event will take place at 310 West Taylor Street, Kokomo, IN 46901, on Thursday, January 22, 2026, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. The grand opening will include an open house, ribbon-cutting ceremony, …

We learned a great deal about Elwood Haynes, his inventions, and his legacy in the history of Kokomo. Even though it is a small museum, there is so much to see that we definitely will be back.

“Kokomo” is a song written by John Phillips, Scott McKenzie, Mike Love and Terry Melcher and recorded by The Beach Boys in spring 1988. Its lyrics describe two lovers taking a trip to a relaxing...

Kokomo, city, seat (1844) of Howard county, north-central Indiana, U.S., on Wildcat Creek, 52 miles (84 km) north of Indianapolis. In 1844 David Foster, a trader, laid out the village of Kokomo (named for a …