Tag Archives: Music from the 1980’s

#TBT, Back In Time

Posted on April 20, 2023 by Ray V.

Huey Lewis & The News released this song in 1985. Back In Time. . . from when music videos mattered.

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In the mood for an “oldie” this evening. Jethro Tull has been around for over fifty years and the band’s catalog is all over the place with different genres. This song, performed live in 2003 was released on the Crest … Continue reading →

Posted in 25 blogs, Jethro Tull, Music of the 1980's | Tagged Budapest, Crest of a knave, Jethro Tull, Music from the 1980's | 2 Comments

No Doubt About It.

Posted on February 26, 2022 by Ray V.

“The music that touches you in your youth is magnified as you get older. Each record can be a virtual time machine – all you need is to hear a second or two and you go back to that place … Continue reading →

Posted in Music of the 1980's, Wisdom | Tagged Don. St. Amand, Janie French, Judas Priest, Mary Ellen Fraatz, memories, Music from the 1980's, Overlook Medic II, Overlook MICU, Rob Halford, Wisdom | 3 Comments

Hurry, Boy

Posted on January 26, 2019 by Ray V.

Al Yankovic, like Laphroaig Scotch and Monty Python movies, is an acquired taste. I’ve acquired a taste for all three over the years. Maybe it is his Polish heritage and the accordion injected into his work? Maybe it is just because … Continue reading →

Posted in comedy, music, Music of the 1980's, Parody | Tagged Africa, Al Yankovic, Music from the 1980's, Parody, Weezer | 1 Comment

Monday Morning Music Trivia

Posted on June 4, 2018 by Ray V.

Last week, I was visiting with someone and saw that he had a very old, “Telefunken” radio receiver. A family heirloom he advised. He is older than me and he recalls listening to it as a very young boy. Now, … Continue reading →