Category Archives: Music

Friday Music Wildcard: Ali Farke Toure Desert Blues

Posted on June 13, 2014 by Sir Barken Hyena

Sir Barken Hyena writes: Well, I’m back on schedule now, and I’ve got a nice spreadsheet of applicants for Lady to peruse at my leisure. Time to take a break from romance and indulge in some tunes of the “out there” … Continue reading →

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Get Happy

Posted on June 9, 2014 by Atypical Neurotic

Atypical Neurotic writes: On the occasion of what would have been Judy Garland’s 92nd birthday, I offer a link to a high-definition clip of the “Get Happy” number, from Summer Stock, the last musical she made for MGM (in 1950), … Continue reading →

Posted in Movies, Music | 5 Comments

Happy Birthday Cole Porter

Posted on June 9, 2014 by Eddie Pensier

Eddie Pensier writes: Since I reached the charming age of puberty And began to finger feminine curls, Like a show that’s typically Shuberty I have always had a multitude of girls, But now that a married man, at last, am … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Music, The Good Life | Tagged Cole Porter, Kiss Me Kate | 3 Comments

Sunday Jazz Selection

Posted on June 8, 2014 by Fenster

Fenster writes: A cover of Footprints, a Wayne Shorter tune, by John Goodwin and the Appetizers. Recorded live in 1990. Goodwin, bass player, band leader and my cousin, sadly passed away a few months ago. This embed is from … Continue reading →

Posted in Music, Performers | Tagged Footsteps, John Goodwin-Fallstrom | Leave a comment

Beware of Mr Baker

Posted on June 6, 2014 by Fenster

Fenster writes: Blowhard Esq. did a very nice job recommending recent documentaries about pop music. Here’s another: Beware of Mr. Baker, available on Netflix Streaming. “he personally is what drums are all about” (Stewart Copeland) . . . . “the … Continue reading →

Posted in Music | Tagged Beware Mr. Baker, Ginger Baker | 4 Comments

Sunday Jazz Selection

Posted on June 1, 2014 by Fenster

Fenster writes: En las Orillas Del Mundo, Gonzalo Rubalcaba and Charlie Haden

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The Sculptors of Notre Dame: “Muscle Shoals”, “20 Feet From Stardom”, and “The Wrecking Crew”

Posted on May 29, 2014 by Blowhard, Esq.

Blowhard, Esq. writes: After STANDING IN THE SHADOWS OF MOTOWN, which shined a light on the Detroit backing band who played on dozens of Motown hits, there’s been a spate of documentaries honoring the previously-anonymous studio musicians who were essential contributors … Continue reading →

Posted in Music | Tagged Alabama, Aretha Franklin, Brian Wilson, Carol Kaye, Claudia Lennear, Darlene Love, documentaries, Earl Palmer, Hal Blaine, Lisa Fischer, Los Angeles, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Merry Clayton, Muscle Shoals, Phil Spector, pop culture history, Rick Hall, Rolling Stones, Swampers, The Blossoms, Tommy Tedesco, Wall of Sound, Wrecking Crew | 17 Comments

Quote Du Jour

Posted on May 28, 2014 by Eddie Pensier

Eddie Pensier writes: Amahl: “Are you a real king?” Balthazar: “Yes.” Amahl: “Have you regal blood?” Balthazar: “Yes.” Amahl: “Can I see it?” Balthazar: “It is just like yours.” Amahl: “What’s the use of having it, then?” Balthazar: “No use.” … Continue reading →

Posted in Humor, Music | Tagged Amahl and the Night Visitors, Gian Carlo Menotti, quotes, race | Leave a comment

Wednesday Pop Selection: XTC

Posted on May 28, 2014 by Sir Barken Hyena

Sir Barken Hyena writes: One of my favorite times in music was when the newly birthed Punk movement started to blend with straight forward pop. XTC is one of the best of this stream, here they are at what I think … Continue reading →

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