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Heavy Anchors
Today was a fun day as I drove just over 300 miles. Those that know me will understand that 300 miles is not all that much for me. Typically when I drive I listen to talk radio and occasionally podcasts, … Continue reading
Posted in memories, music, Music of the 1970's, Music of the 1980's
Tagged anchors, Counting crows, Driver 8, Jessica Andrewws, memories, Mr. Jones, music, REM
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Never Too Old To Listen
It has been said that the music you listen to during your teens and early 20’s will be the music you will love and listen to for the rest of your life. That certainly has been true for me…The Outlaws, … Continue reading
Posted in 2020, music
Tagged folk music, Michael Palmisano, Nose on the grindstone. American music, real music., Tyler Childers
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I Almost Forget
Today, we celebrate the birthday of one Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, born 180 years ago today He was the first Russian composer whose music made a lasting impression internationally, bolstered by his appearances as a guest conductor in Europe and the … Continue reading
Posted in music
Tagged Erich Kunzel, Great composers, music, Tchaikovsky, The Cincinnati Pops
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And Now . . .
As the guys over at Monty Python’s Flying Circus would say, “And now for something completely different” I’ve been a little serious lately and decided to lighten things up a bit. Below is Sophie Lloyd shredding a version of Bon … Continue reading
Posted in Guitarists, music
Tagged Guitarists, Living on a prayer, shredding, Sophie Lloyd
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Better Late Than Never
As I get older, I haven’t kept up with new music and tend to listen to what I loved in High School and College. . . an exclectic mix of Southern/Classic/Progressive Rock (the only time you see me use the … Continue reading
Tu Eres La Mas Bonita
Smile, it’s Saturday night and the Garza brothers are making some happy “Texican” music. Henry Garza is a very talented guitarist with a unique style. That being said, you might hear hints of SRV and Mark Knopfler in this song. … Continue reading
Bluer Than Robin’s Eggs
This morning, while taking the outgoing mail to the box, I noticed a few pieces of broken, blue eggs on the driveway. It was windy, with the storms and all last night, but there was nothing to indicate the eggs fell … Continue reading
Posted in music, Music of the 1970's, Music of the 1980's
Tagged Blackmore's Night, Diamonds and Rust, Joan Baez, Judas Priest, robin's eggs
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Ol’ Black Eyes Nails It
It was the Summer of 1972 and having just a few dollars saved up, I went shopping with my grandparents at the Two Guys Department Store on Rt. 22 in Union, NJ. At the age of 12, my goal that … Continue reading →