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

Tune Tuesday – What’s Going On

It was on this day in 1971 that Tamla Records (a division of Motown) released Marvin Gaye's What's Going On. According to many stories, it almost wasn't released. From songfacts.com: According to the book Mercy, Mercy Me: The Art, Loves & Demons of Marvin Gaye, Motown head Berry Gordy initially refused to release this song, calling … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – What’s Going On →

Movie Music Monday – Mermaids

Today we wish Shelley Fabares a Happy 82nd birthday. Shelley is primarily known for her many TV roles. She played Mary on The Donna Reed Show and Christine Armstrong Fox on Coach. She also popped up on The Twilight Zone, The Love Boat, Newhart, Fantasy Island, The Rockford Files, Ironside and many more. I almost … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – Mermaids →

“We Can Rebuild Him …”

"Steve Austin, astronaut. A man barely alive." Cue Oscar Goldman ... "Gentlemen, we can rebuild him. We have the technology. We have the capability to make the world's first bionic man. Steve Austin will be that man. Better than he was before. Better . . . stronger . . . faster." After three TV movies intended to … Continue reading “We Can Rebuild Him …” →

My Top 25 Books of 2025

I am a couple weeks late on this. Many of my book reading blogger friends were more on top of it and posted their list during the first week of the new year. They took their Goodreads Year-end wrap ups and chose their 10 favorite books and posted them. This year I read 50 books … Continue reading My Top 25 Books of 2025 →

Everything’s Coming Up Ethel …

Born today 118 years ago ... The always LOUD Ethel Merman! She holds her own on screen with some of the biggest names in comedy in It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World. On Broadway she starred in Hello Dolly, Anything Goes, Gypsy, and Annie Get Your Gun. She has been called "the undisputed First … Continue reading Everything’s Coming Up Ethel … →

Friday Photo Flashback

I stumbled on a picture of my mom yesterday and thought it would make a good flashback picture. The picture shows my mom holding on to the only cat who ever lived in their house. I remember the cat was named Callie and it never seemed to want to be near anyone but mom. How … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback →

Book Recommendation – I See You’ve Called In Dead

Here is another example of a book that I picked up because of the title - I See You've Called In Dead. It is also an example of a book that I found to be funny and thought provoking at the same time. Before I get into my thoughts, here is the Goodreads synopsis: The … Continue reading Book Recommendation – I See You’ve Called In Dead →

Life’s Little Moment’s

One of my blogger friends, Britta, is so good at finding joy in the little things in life. She often blogs about them and I love how she writes about their impact on her life. I tell you about that because all in all, this week has been uneventful for me. However, there were some … Continue reading Life’s Little Moment’s →

Tune Tuesday – Folsom Prison Blues

In 1955, Johnny Cash released the hit "Folsom Prison Blues." Shortly after that, he became interested in recording a performance at a prison. The idea was always on his mind, but it wasn't until some changes in personnel at his record label that the idea came to fruition. It was on this day in 1968 … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Folsom Prison Blues →

Movie Music Monday – Honeymoon in Vegas

Last Thursday would have been Elvis Presley's 91st birthday. Believe it or not, that's not why I picked today's movie - Honeymoon in Vegas. I actually chose it because the soundtrack is loaded with some great Elvis cover songs. Take a look at the talented folks who contributed to the album! Offering up their versions … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – Honeymoon in Vegas →