This week, Jim Adams is asking for songs that relate to civil rights, oppression, protest, revolution or social change. I played so many songs that fit under this umbrella. So here goes: First, The Buffalo Springfield - Stephen Stills tells the story of this song's origin: "I had had something kicking around in my head. … Continue reading Song Lyric Sunday
Book Recommendation: The Mysterious Mrs. White
This may not be of interest to readers outside of Michigan, but for me this happened right down the road..... This was one of those books that I found fascinating. Here is the Goodreads synopsis: Over a century ago, the tranquil town of Fenton, Michigan was plunged into turmoil by the bewildering presence of four … Continue reading Book Recommendation: The Mysterious Mrs. White
Great American Songbook Saturday – They Can’t Take That Away From Me
Today we celebrate the birthday of George Gershwin and the lovely Julie London George Gershwin - 1898 Julie London - 1926 Gershwin wrote "They Can't Take That Away From Me" in 1937 and it was introduced by Fred Astaire in the movie "Shall We Dance." From Wiki: The song is performed by Astaire on the … Continue reading Great American Songbook Saturday – They Can’t Take That Away From Me
I Missed It…
Yesterday (9/25) was National One Hit Wonder Day. A One Hit Wonder is a song that would be considered the only hit song for an artist. In surfing through Sirius XM while driving, almost all of the “Decade” channels were playing one hit wonders yesterday. The book pictured above is filled with great stories about … Continue reading I Missed It…
Friday Photo Flashback
Yesterday marked what would have been the 45th anniversary of my grandfather's passing. He was the first death I ever experienced and it made an everlasting impact. I was 11 years old. So today, here are a few of my favorite photos of him. Probably my first Christmas .... Same day. I think, with my … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback
Dogs, Trains, and Bands, Good Lord!
I swear, life can be very funny sometimes. Yesterday was an episode of a sitcom for me. I haven't gotten good sleep at all this week. I'm not sure why, but I was seriously dozing on the way home a couple mornings. Not good. It was so nice outside that I decided that I was … Continue reading Dogs, Trains, and Bands, Good Lord!
Book Recommendation: Five Minutes, Mr. Byner
I've always thought John Byner was hilarious. He was an awesome impressionist, who nailed voices like John Wayne, Jackie Mason, Dean Martin, Ed Sullivan and many more. He was a guest star on many shows throughout the 70's and 80's, but I first came to know him as The Ant and the Aardvark - doing … Continue reading Book Recommendation: Five Minutes, Mr. Byner
TV Theme Song Thursday – #49
Recently, I came across a Watch Mojo list of the the Top 30 Greatest TV Shows of All Time. While I agreed with some of them, many I did not. So I decided to make my own list. As hard as I tried, I just couldn't go with the Top 30. There were too many … Continue reading TV Theme Song Thursday – #49
Poetry Dream?
This week I dreamt of waking up to an amazing sunrise. In the dream, I grabbed a piece of paper and wrote the following: God's love shines bright in the morning sun. The warm colors express His love across the sky. His masterpiece greets us with a brand new day. This is far from any … Continue reading Poetry Dream?
Hoco Loco
I remember the craziness of Homecoming week. Extra marching band rehearsals, spirit week theme days, guys in their football jerseys, gals in their cheerleading uniforms and the Friday pep assembly! It was one of my favorite weeks every year. My girl was all decked out for Friday’s festivities! I got off work Friday morning and … Continue reading Hoco Loco
