Tim Cavanagh (born July 1953) is an

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comedic musician. Cavanagh has been featured on many nationally syndicated radio and television programs. His parody of "

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" ("99 Dead Baboons") was the third most requested song on the

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radio show in 1984. He was a regular writer, guest, and contributor on '' The Danny Bonaduce Show'', creating dozens of jingles and songs for use on the show. Since 1997, he has had a regular segment on ''

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'', heard every weekday morning in roughly 100 markets nationwide. Cavanagh is also sometimes featured on local programs, including '' The Jim Krenn Show'', a morning drive show in

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Cavanagh's

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routines have been featured on television networks such as

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and

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External links

Official Tim Cavanagh website
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