20 (Radio) Questions (From Long Ago)

From 1995 to 2023, the music and radio industries turned to All Access for the latest news, music and artist information and current music charts. Information was available for each format, with an All Access rep for each. Every week, the format representative would reach out to a program director or music director and feature … Continue reading 20 (Radio) Questions (From Long Ago) →

Monday Birthday Bonus

One of the biggest influencers of R&B and Rock and Roll was born on this day in 1911. I just had to do a "shout out" to the great Big Joe Turner! The "Boss of the Blues was born Joseph Vernon Turner Jr. in Kansas City, Missouri. He lost his father when he was only … Continue reading Monday Birthday Bonus →

Movie Music Monday – The Nutty Professor

Happy 100th Birthday to comedian/actor/director Jerry Lewis! Jerry became a household name when he teamed up with Dean Martin in 1946. For ten years, they dominated the entertainment world. They appeared on radio, on televison and made 16 films together before ending their partnership in 1956. There was plenty of speculation as to whether or … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – The Nutty Professor →

Turntable Talk #46 – Love Is In The Air

Here we go with another month and another Turntable Talk topic from Dave at A Sound Day. For the 46th round, Dave has picked quite a broad topic - love. Dave has called this "Love is in the Air". He asks, "Has there been any topic that inspired more songs than "love"? I doubt it. … Continue reading Turntable Talk #46 – Love Is In The Air →

Mr. Universe, Mr. Reeves and “Drops”

Today marks the 99th birthday of Steve Reeves. He was best known as a body builder before becoming an actor. Many say that he was responsible for making bodybuilding popular worldwide. He held the title of Mr. America in 1947, Mr. World in 1948, and Mr. Universe in 1950. He wrote many books on bodybuilding … Continue reading Mr. Universe, Mr. Reeves and “Drops” →

“Fert! Honk! Laaaa Yaaaa Laaa!” (Happy Birthday, Charlie)

To this day, my best friend Jeff and I will leave each other voice mail messages with a variety of wacky noises and such. For years, we've been channeling our inner "Charlie Callas." That has gotten us both in trouble on occasion (especially with substitute teachers). Charlie Callas was one of a kind. The thing … Continue reading “Fert! Honk! Laaaa Yaaaa Laaa!” (Happy Birthday, Charlie) →

Movie Music Monday – Ocean’s Eleven

Happy 100th Birthday to the amazing Sammy Davis Jr.! There was really nothing that he could not do! He could play multiple instruments, he could dance, he could sing, he could act, he was an all around entertainer! As a member of the Rat Pack, Sammy appeared on stage and in movies with Frank Sinatra, … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – Ocean’s Eleven →

Happy 79th Birthday, Pop!

If you have read my blogs in the past, you know that it consists of a mixture of pop culture things (like movie, TV and music thoughts) and personal things (radio stories, school memories, and things from my childhood). As I thought about today's blog topic, I realized that without this man in my life … Continue reading Happy 79th Birthday, Pop! →

Tune Tuesday – Call Me Irresponsible

Happy 50th birthday to Michael Buble'! Michael is often referred to as a crooner. This is because he helped to renew public interest and appreciation for the Great American Songbook and those traditional pop standards. He readily admits that he is a "great cover artist." His albums feature him covering the likes of Frank Sinatra, … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Call Me Irresponsible →

Turntable Talk #38 – It’s About Time

Dave just wrapped up another chapter of Turntable Talk. This was my contribution: It is time once again for Turntable Talk hosted by Dave at A Sound Day. For over three years now, he has offered up a musical topic each month for me (and other participants) to write about. This month's topic is "It's … Continue reading Turntable Talk #38 – It’s About Time →