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 →

The Music of My Life – Decade Extras – The 1990’s Part 2

This is sort of a continuation of the Music of My Life feature. It focused on music from 1970-2025. It featured tunes that have special meaning to me, brought back a certain memory or a tune that I just really like. I found that with the first three decades, there were songs that I didn't … Continue reading The Music of My Life – Decade Extras – The 1990’s Part 2 →

Movie Music Monday – FM

It was on this day in 1978 that "FM" premiered in theaters. As a former radio DJ, I knew it was just a matter of time before this movie would pop up in this feature. I'm surprised that it hasn't come up already, as it has one of the best movie soundtracks! Version 1.0.0 The … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – FM →

The Music of My Life – Decade Extra – The 1970’s

Last week I wrapped up my Music of My Life feature. It focused on music from 1970-2025. I admit that it was fun to look back at the tunes that have special meaning to me, bring back a certain memory or a tune that I just really like. When I got into the 2000's it … Continue reading The Music of My Life – Decade Extra – The 1970’s →

Science Says These Songs Are Guaranteed to Make You Happy!

I am no neuroscientist, but I know a little about music. It is a proven fact that that music and happiness are linked intimately. Science also shows happiness will actually make your brain work better. Now, neuroscience has come up with the ultimate list of tunes to make you happy. Note: I have to tip … Continue reading Science Says These Songs Are Guaranteed to Make You Happy! →

The Music of My Life – 1979

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 – 1979 →

Make Some Noise – It Is May!

Welcome to May! Were you aware that May is International Drum Month? Cheers to the instrument that keeps the music in time. Anyone who has played in a school band or any band really knows that there are plenty of jokes made about the percussionists and the percussion section: What do you say to a … Continue reading Make Some Noise – It Is May! →

Earth Day Kicks Off a New Feature

Happy Earth Day! In a past blog I mentioned that I had a few ideas for new features - most are music oriented. I haven't decided whether to do some weekly or biweekly, so I'm playing it by ear. Today is the first installment of Movie Monday Music. As a fan of movie soundtracks, I … Continue reading Earth Day Kicks Off a New Feature →

Leap Day #1 Songs!

When I thought about what to do for the year's "bonus" day, my first thought was to list a bunch bunch of songs about "leaping" and "jumping." Then I thought that was just too easy. So I decided to take another musical look at February 29th. I present to you a look at songs that … Continue reading Leap Day #1 Songs! →

Song Draft 2021 – Round 10 – Final Pick – Superstition – Stevie Wonder

We have reached the final round of the 2021 Song Draft hosted by Hanspostcard. I want to thank Hans for allowing me to be a part of it, and also thank the other participants who welcomed me into the draft. I have truly enjoyed being a part of this! Prior to the draft, I made … Continue reading Song Draft 2021 – Round 10 – Final Pick – Superstition – Stevie Wonder →