Tune Tuesday – Don’t Let Go

When I first started working in radio, it was at an oldies station. My dad, who was my biggest musical influence, took advantage of the fact that we had an extensive library and asked me to throw some of his favorites on a cassette for him. This was how I was introduced to the music … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Don’t Let Go →

Tune Tuesday – Feelin’ Good

One of my followers asked how picked my songs for Tune Tuesday. To be honest, I have no rhyme or reason for the songs that end up here. Last week, I wrote about Marvin Gaye for his birthday, and the week before that it was Nat King Cole for his birthday. Today, it just happens … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Feelin’ Good →

Tune Tuesday – Pride and Joy

The song in my head on this Tune Tuesday is a two-minute masterpiece from one of the greatest voices to come out of Motown - Marvin Gaye. Yesterday would have been his 80th birthday. In his short, but amazing career, he had many hits which included I'll Be Doggone, What's Going On?, Sexual Healing, Can … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Pride and Joy →

Tune Tuesday – Nat King Cole

While driving into work this week, I heard part of a special on Sirius XM honoring Nat King Cole in honor of his 100th birthday. The part that I heard was from a special done on WNEW radio in New York. It was some DJ interviewing Nat, having him sing songs and play piano. … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Nat King Cole →

Tune Tuesday – Let Them Talk

In a new feature (which I may or may not continue), I want to feature some tunes I like once a week. What better day of the week to do it than on Tuesday? Many know award-winning actor Hugh Laurie for his role as Dr. Gregory House on House, MD (his American accent always blew … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Let Them Talk →