“The Stewardess Is Flying The Plane!” And she was freaking out while doing so! Yes, the late Actress Karen Black was in the cockpit as those words were uttered! It’s just one reason I love 70’s films, and a great… Read More ›
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Do You Know The Origin Of “Purple Rain?” From “America” To Prince’s Masterpiece – With A “Journey” Twist!
Celebrating An Iconic Prince Classic! Of all the terrific Prince songs – from “Kiss” to “1999” and more, odds are people would mention “Purple Rain” as his greatest musical achievement. But did you know that someone else sang the words… Read More ›
Were You “Raised On Radio?” From Donna Summer To Queen + Journey, My Favorite “Radio” Songs!
“All We Hear Is Radio Ga Ga!“ Do you know that lyric? It’s iconic! And do you know this image of a portable radio in a bag? It’s the cover of a sadly neglected album by Daryl Hall & John… Read More ›
The Best Films Of 2025 + The Two Worst…And The State Of Hollywood…
What An “Upside Down” Year For Cinema! I took this selfie of me in a movie theater – empty, because streaming services have cut into the heart of theatrical movie-going, and as we wrap up another year in film, one… Read More ›
Here’s David Bowie & Bing Crosby’s Surprising Christmas Duet – And Bowie’s Wild Impromptu Switch!
David Bowie Croons With Bing Crosby! Talk about one of the most unusual musical duos of all time! At a time when the message of this song is more important than ever, I want to look at the story behind… Read More ›
“The Seven Ups” vs. “The French Connection!” Which Has The Greatest Car Chase In 70’s Cinema? Here Are Both!
You’ll Believe A Car Can Fly! This image is from one of the best car chases ever committed to film – shot in the early 70’s on the real “mean streets” of New York! There were a number of great… Read More ›
What’s It Like To See New York’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Up Close? Here’s Video And More!
Time To Celebrate Turkeys! Yes, a giant Turkey float rolled down New York’s Central Park West as the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade celebrated 2025! Once again, we were lucky enough to see it up close – and here’s how… Read More ›
My “Music A – Z” Wraps Up With Some Billy Joel, Smashing Pumpkins and Ziggy Stardust!
Wrapping Up My Celebration Of “Music A – Z!” I really love sharing my music countdown of songs using the alphabet, and I’m wrapping it up with some great music! This is Billy Joel onstage at Madison Square Garden –… Read More ›
Coldplay’s “Yellow” ! Queen! Hall & Oates And Alanis Too! Seven “Y” Songs Celebrating “Music A – Z!”
Counting Down My Favorite “Music A – Z”… As I near the end of my look at songs based on letters, I have come to the letter “Y”, which some of music’s greatest Artists! Let’s begin with a band that… Read More ›
A Gorgeous, Orchestral Queen! Plus Some “Virgin Rock” That Is Fascinating!
Check Out This Stunning Concert Setting… My good blogging friend Robbie shared a story of a beautiful concert she attended in this magical setting… This candlelight cathedral concert offered up orchestral version of Beatles songs as well as Queen –… Read More ›
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