Linda Ronstadt turns 79 today! I have written about Linda a couple times on this blog. Both times were in connection with Dave Ruch's music feature, Turntable Talk. The first one can be found here. The second one is here. I have always loved her voice and was devastated when I heard she could no … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – I’ll Be Seeing You
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
Movie Music Monday – Young Guns II
It was on this day in 1881 that Billy the Kid was shot dead by police. His story is one of fascination and uncertainty. Eyewitness history says that prior to his death "Billy worked as a ranch hand for John Tunstall. Tunstall befriended the Kid acting in many ways as a surrogate father. Tunstall's ambush … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – Young Guns II
“You’ve Got Mail!”
You may remember me mentioning my kids painting with colored ice recently. I was surprised this week when a "postcard" arrived for me. He had a bit of help from mommy, but his message warmed my heart. He calls me "Big Fella" all the time now. The kids on Bluey called their dad that once … Continue reading “You’ve Got Mail!”
Book Recommendation – Murder on Black Swan Lane
It's been a while since I posted a book recommendation. I slowed down a bit over the past couple weeks as I was finishing up a semester of my bible classes and taking exams. In searching for my next read, I had scrolled through my Goodreads "want to read" list. This one had been on … Continue reading Book Recommendation – Murder on Black Swan Lane
Steaming!
As a customer, all I ask is that you do your job right the first time. If I have to call you more than twice, you will be speaking to "Angry Keith." Honestly, I feel bad for the "smiling customer care representative" who answers my call. We've used the same physical therapy place for both … Continue reading Steaming!
Friday Photo Flashback
One thing I hate about working second shift is I lose Friday nights. One thing that was a very common thing for us to do on Friday nights when we first moved up to the area was go to the local hockey game. We moved up to the Flint area in about 1999. There was … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback
Time to Retire These? My Response
I mentioned yesterday that an MSN article listed some 1960's Pop Songs that they felt needed to be retired. I didn't say much about how I felt, as I wanted to see what my musical friends had to say. So here is a look again at the songs and why they felt they should be … Continue reading Time to Retire These? My Response
Time to Retire These?
I post this for all of my readers, but for my musical readers especially. Let me have your honest opinion. While surfing MSN the other day, I came across an article entitled "1960's Pop Songs That Should Be Permanently Retired." I agree with some of these, and I'm sure you can guess which ones. On … Continue reading Time to Retire These?
Tune Tuesday – Louis Jordan
There are plenty of "musical" birthdays that I could have tied into Tune Tuesday today. Billy Eckstine (1914), Jerry Vale (1931), Steve Lawrence (1935), Toby Keith (1961) and Joan Osborne (1962) were all born on this day. However, I decided not to pick any of them. Instead, I wanted to feature one of the early … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Louis Jordan
Movie Music Monday – Dragnet
Nine notes. Nine notes that are still recognizable today. Broken into two parts - 4 notes, then 5 notes. "Dum da dum dum" (Pause) "Dum da dum dum da." Those notes were immediately followed by a stern narrator who informed listeners, "Ladies and gentlemen. The story you are about to hear is true. Only the … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – Dragnet
Various Ramblings of a Nostalgic Italian 