Songs In The Key Of “I”! First, credit goes to “Music Grotto” for the terrific graphic – a celebration of music starting with the letter “I”! My look at “Music A – Z” lands on the letter “I”, which is… Read More ›
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Happy 87th Birthday Jack Nicholson! A Celebration Of Cinema’s Icon….
“Forget it, Jake, it’s Chinatown.” One of cinema’s greatest lines – not said by Jack Nicholson, but to him! It’s just one of the dozens of memorable movies starring cinema’s great Actor. Time to celebrate the 87th birthday of Jack… Read More ›
A Tribute To Brian Wilson…An All-Star “God Only Knows” Performance And Insightful “Love & Mercy” Film…
There was some devastating news last month for fans of Brian Wilson and The Beach Boys… According to news reports, documents were filed related to his health – the court filings stated that Wilson suffers from “major neurocognitive disorder (such… Read More ›
The “A” List Of Music! “Ain’t No Sunshine!” Bowie And The Beatles Too! These Songs Are All In The Key Of “A”!
Time To Make Some Music – Alphabetically! No better way to kick off a new year than by going into the past to highlight songs that resonate with me over the years – and I’m doing it by highlighting “songs… Read More ›
David Bowie Meets Queen! Here’s The Story Of The Brilliant, Wine-Fueled Madness Of “Under Pressure!”
The True Story About A Brilliant Musical Mashup! David Bowie Sings With Freddie Mercury! In looking back at David Bowie’s incredible career, there is one very unique song he wrote – or co-wrote that is! It’s one of music’s best-loved… Read More ›
James Taylor’s “Bite Of The Apple!” His Start With The Beatles!
Introducing James Taylor! He’s one of the great singer/songwriters of modern times, but there was a time when he wasn’t known at all! Did you know that The Beatles gave Taylor his start? They signed him to their Apple record… Read More ›
Here Are Some Terrific “American” Tunes! Clive Shares His Favorites With A U.S. Beat!
First, click the link above for a great look at music through a very special filter! As always, Clive has a terrific collection of songs, with interesting insight and perspective…this time, he covers songs with an “American” beat… He leads… Read More ›
“Is It A Star?” Daryl Hall and John Oates Perform A Neglected Gem Live + Their Greatest Hits!
A Neglected Daryl Hall and John Oates Gem – LIVE! I have shared a number of stories about Daryl Hall and John Oates, who continue to perform for fans after decades in music. From songs like “One On One”, “I… Read More ›
Happy 86th Birthday Jack Nicholson! Celebrating An Icon’s Greatest Films!
“Forget it, Jake, it’s Chinatown.” One of cinema’s greatest lines – not said by Jack Nicholson, but to him! Time to celebrate the 86th birthday of this legendary Actor! Nicholson has an astonishing 12 Academy Award nominations, including three wins… Read More ›
Do You Know The Secrets Of “Strawberry Letter 23”? The Brothers Johnson Have Classic ’70’s Funk! Tarantino’s “Strawberry” Love!
They are some of music’s most unique lyrics: “Stained window yellow candy screen see speakers of kiteWith velvet roses diggin’ freedom flightA present from you, strawberry letter 22The music plays I sit in for a few” Time to remember The… Read More ›