Today is Donna Dixon's 69th birthday. She is best known for her work with Tom Hanks on Bosom Buddies and films like Spies Like Us, Speed Zone and Wayne's World. Today, we look at the film that introduced her to her husband Dan Aykroyd - 1983's Doctor Detroit. Granted, the movie was not a huge … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – Doctor Detroit
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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
Tune Tuesday – Sweet Soul Music
It was on this day in 1967, that a soul classic was certified gold. I'm talking about Arthur Conley's Sweet Soul Music. "Do you like good music?" is the opening lyric to the song. It comes after an attention-getting brass heavy intro. Fun Fact: If the intro sounds familiar, it is because it is literally … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Sweet Soul Music
Tune Tuesday – Honky Tonk (Parts 1&2)
On this day in 1956, pianist/organist Bill Doggett walked into the studio at King Records and recorded what would be his signature tune - Honky Tonk Parts 1&2 (Part 1 was the A-side and Part 2 was the B-side). The song was a collaboration of Doggett (organ), Billy Butler (guitar), Clifford Scott (saxophone) and Shep … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Honky Tonk (Parts 1&2)
Tune Tuesday – Delbert McClinton
Happy 85th Birthday to Delbert McClinton! Delbert first hit the stage in 1957 and toured continuously until his last tour in 2018. He is a multi talented musician who can play guitar, harmonica and piano. For me, it's hard to put him into one genre of music. He's probably best known for rock, blues, and … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Delbert McClinton
Movie Music Monday – The Blues Brothers
We go back to one of my favorite movie soundtracks today for Movie Music Monday. There were many pop and soul singers who made cameos in The Blues Brothers! They include Aretha Franklin, John Lee Hooker, James Brown, and Ray Charles. It also includes a man who had been making music since the 1930's! I'm … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – The Blues Brothers
Saluting the “First Class”
It was 39 years ago today that the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inducted its inaugural class. When you look at the 10 inductees, you cannot help but be impressed. These artists are legends who were a part of the birth of Rock and Roll. The performers category is meant for recording artists and … Continue reading Saluting the “First Class”
The Music of My Life – 1990
Welcome back to The Music of My Life, where I feature ten songs from each year of my life. In most cases, the ten songs I choose will be ones I like personally (unless I explain otherwise). The songs will be selected from Billboard’s Year-end Hot 100 Chart, Acclaimed Music, and will all be released … Continue reading The Music of My Life – 1990
Turntable Talk #23 – The Soundtrack of Our Lives
Once again, Dave Ruch from A Sound Day has offered up a gem of a topic for his monthly Turntable Talk feature! This month it is a topic that I have been hoping he'd get around to. Per his instructions: "This time around, let's look for THE SOUNDTRACK OF OUR LIVES ! Pick a great movie soundtrack … Continue reading Turntable Talk #23 – The Soundtrack of Our Lives
Various Ramblings of a Nostalgic Italian 