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Anybody harmonize anymore?
Feb 22, 2008 | 4:12 PM PST
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Music
Are there any groups anymore that excel in vocal harmonies? I can think of a few old favorites, such as CSN(Y), Everly Brothers, Beach Boys, Beatles, Queen, ....but may be now missing something and need to be brought up-to-date. There's just that certain "something" that makes them stand out.
If You Could Go Back in Time
Feb 15, 2008 | 7:31 PM PST
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Music
Who would you like to have seen and heard , and maybe miss, from the past for whatever reason? Some of my choices (in no particular order)...Buddy Holly, Jerry Garcia, Bob Marley, Marvin Gaye, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Freddy Mercury, Duane Allman, and of course Janis, Jimi, Jim Morrison, John L.,George H. ,- Keith Moon and John Bonham left us too early, too.
Ike Turner
Dec 12, 2007 | 9:51 PM PST
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Music
Now I know a lot of you will disagree with me on this, but feel saddened by Ike's passing away. Bear in mind I don't overlook the the way he mistreated and abused Tina and am sure probably others as well, having read Tina's powerful autobiography and seen the movie. What can't be ignored was his talent , influence and historical contributions to the music industry... About 10 years ago my then husband and I were sitting at the bar at Mississippi Nights, when Ike sat down next to me. (Ike, Jr. was playing that night). My husband nudged me and said it was him (he had a hat on and I didn't recongnize him.) Then I got (just) a little nervous...but he was very quiet, pleasant and only drank coffee (with A LOT of sugar. ) Btw-also saw Tina Turner (at about age 47) perform at the Fox back in the '80s. Mom went and really rocked out-we both loved it-and she (Mom) would have been around 60!
Kaylor & Tomasino
Sep 21, 2007 | 7:50 PM PST
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Music
Hi, everyone. Just wanted to give you a heads-up for my cousin, Mark, who 's been playing out recently at Helen Fitzgerald's in Sunset Hills on Tuesdays and Joe's Crab Shack in St. Peter's on Fridays this month as well as other spots around town. They're called "Kaylor and Tomasino" . Next date is 9/25 at Helen's. Classic rock covers along with original music-mostly soft rock if you feel like getting mellow. Stop by if you get a chance!
Musically Challenged
Jun 19, 2007 | 8:21 PM PST
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Music
...Well, musical instrumentally challenged, am I....As an adult has anyone ever regretted not taking music lessons as a child (including vocals)? Boy, I have. It would be great to now sit at a piano, pick up a guitar or be within a drum set and produce. Growing up, we really couldn't afford it , although never really pushed for any opportunity. My daughter's been lucky to take 2 years of guitar (practiced 1/2 hr. every night) and also plays a band instrument in HS. Maybe she'll thank her father and me some day! Do you fellow bloggers play any instruments? (We know Glenn does.) What kind and for how long have you played? Any kids following in your footsteps?
Doobie Brothers
Jun 10, 2007 | 8:23 PM PST
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Music
Got a little nostalgic tonight . Heard on the radio the old "Another Park, Another Sunday" by the Doobies while making a run to the gas station. Sure miss them and Patrick Simmons' pure, clear vocals. (Michael McDonald was great, too!) ....Was Take'n it to the Streets while Listen'n to the Music Rock'n Down the Highway. This weekend, might have to go catfishing in in some Black Water because What are Vices are now Habits.
Does Motown Still Move You?
May 24, 2007 | 7:54 PM PST
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Music
Got to admit, even after all of these years, older Motown tunes still get to me. Forever ingrained in the brain-just won't go away! Temps, Tops, Smokey, Marvin, Supremes... Not sure if it was Berry Gordy's genius, superior songwriting (eg: Holland-Dozier-Holland), artists' personalities, marketing or combination. ..but whatever-"It" worked! Around '89 or '90 my husband (now ex) took David Ruffian and Eddie Kendricks to lunch (part of his job) . Unfortunately neither is with us anymore. Sure wish now I took a (vacation) day off from my own job that day!
Chuck Berry, Legend
May 16, 2007 | 10:21 AM PST
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Music
Just wanted to throw out a reminder, as Glenn Z. did this morning regarding Chuck Berry still performing monthly at Blueberry Hill. If you've never caught this show, you shouldn't pass up the opportunity. (While we have it-he's about 80 years old now.) You'll not be disappointed! (and might impress your grandchildren someday.) Have seen him there as well as at his Hail ! Hail! Rock 'n Rock movie filming at the Fox, his birthday party at the Pageant (w/Little Richard), etc. He often performs with his daughter Ingrid, who is also very talented. I don't think anyone could argue with me the influence his music has had on so many of the rock artists following him thoughout the years.
Favorite Beatles' Tune
May 7, 2007 | 8:34 PM PST
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Music
OK, I know now we have a lot of Beatles' fans here-What's your favorite recording-by either the group/solo/duet? For whatever reason, I love "Something" recorded live in Japan by George (composer) and Eric Clapton...So beautiful-It just gets to me!
