Last Sunday the theme for Jim Adams' Song Lyric Sunday was the Great American Songbook. As I looked through the this of songs that are considered to be a part of the Great American Songbook, I couldn't help but realize how many amazing songs fall into this category. Starting today, I'd like to do a … Continue reading Great American Songbook Saturday
Author: nostalgicitalian
I'm just a guy who likes the classics. I love Old Time Radio Shows. I love Classic TV. I love Classic Movies. I love songs from the "Great American Songbook". I dig songs from the first decade of Rock and Roll. Don't get me wrong, I am not opposed to newer things. My musical taste ranges from Classical to Classic Rock and Country to Rap. I love a good book and am always looking for something to read. I tend to lean toward historical fiction, biographies, mysteries, and more.
I have always believed that our past (and the things we've experienced in it) make us who we are today. That being said, after reading through some old My Space blogs (yeah, that's about how long it's been since I blogged regularly), I decided that I should once again write. Welcome to my blog. I hope you find it interesting, thought provoking, and entertaining in some way.
CONTACT ME AT - nostalgicitalian@yahoo.com
I’m Making a List … of Lists
Every once in a while, I will look back at things I have written and realize that it is too good not to share again. This blog is about seven years old, but the lists included in it are as relevant today as they were back then. Not only are they something I need to … Continue reading I’m Making a List … of Lists
Friday Photo Flashback
I have to admit that I got a chuckle out of today's photo. My brother will probably hate me for posting it, but maybe he'll chuckle, too. I will wait while you laugh ... I know, we look utterly ridiculous. If I had to guess, this photo was probably taken when I was in 6th … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback
Happy Birthday, Emily West!
This is an updated summer "rerun." I will forever sing the praises of Emily West. She is such a talent and I love her voice. Wishing a very happy 45th birthday to a talented artist who hails from Waterloo, Iowa - Emily West. When I worked in radio, we got to meet a lot of … Continue reading Happy Birthday, Emily West!
Life’s a Beach!
Since we didn't get to watch fireworks together, we decided that Monday would be a family day! While my wife caught a few hours of sleep, I packed us a picnic lunch, packed the swim suits & towels, and got us beach ready. I'm not sure why, but we always seem to go swimming at … Continue reading Life’s a Beach!
Tune Tuesday – The Stripper
Oh, the songs that make it to number one! In the coming days, I will be posting a piece that I wrote for The UK Number Ones Blog. Today's song might have easily been one I could have included in that piece. 64 years ago today, a song that at one point had no title, … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – The Stripper
Movie Music Monday – Forrest Gump
It was 32 years ago today that we were introduced to Forrest Gump. The movie opened in the US on this day in 1994. In a 1994 article from the Gainesville Sun, the film's music producer Joel Sill talked about the soundtrack. He stated "We wanted to have very recognizable material that would pinpoint time … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – Forrest Gump
Our Fourth Was Missing Our “Fourth”
In all the years that Sam and I have been together, our city has always done fireworks on July 4th. Sam knew that she'd have the 4th off, so neither of us had to take any time off of work. Well, for whatever the reason, our city moved the fireworks to the 3rd of July … Continue reading Our Fourth Was Missing Our “Fourth”
Song Lyric Sunday
It is Sunday once again and it is time once again for Song Lyric Sunday, hosted by Jim Adams. This week's challenge is to feature a song included in the “Great American Songbook.” The topic was suggested by my friend Nancy of the Elephant’s Trunk aka The Sicilian Storyteller. For someone like me, who loves … Continue reading Song Lyric Sunday
Three Reasons to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary
I read this earlier in the week and wanted to share. Here is an interesting piece from Regent University: By Robert Schwarzwalder July 1, 2026 One of the courses I’m privileged to teach in Regent’s Honors College is titled “The Exceptional Country.” The students interact with such great texts as the Federalist Papers, Alexis de Tocqueville’s Democracy … Continue reading Three Reasons to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary
Various Ramblings of a Nostalgic Italian 