A friend hereabouts queried his FB pals today as to the “First CDs” they’d purchased. So I naturally went on at length about my own very peculiar/particular “Journey to the CD”, as it were. Ahem, I acquired a year-old Technics CD player from a Missoula, Montana friend who was ALREADY upgrading (ca. Summer 1987!), shortly …
Photo Credit: Fredrik Egerstrand Swedish songstress Mariam The Believer, known also for her mesmerising work with Wildbirds & Peacedrums, is set to captivate audiences once more with ‘A Heart’, another insight into her third studio album Breathing Techniques set to release October 4th via Repeat Until Death. Building on the ethereal dreamscapes of recent releases ‘Tiny Animals’ and ‘Home,’ ‘A Heart’ continues Mariam The Believer’s exploration of …
via Pexels Planning a vacation with kids can be both exciting and overwhelming. It’s a chance to bond and create lifelong memories, but it also requires thoughtful planning to ensure that everyone enjoys the trip. Here are three essential tips to make your family vacation smooth, fun, and memorable. Choose Kid-Friendly Destinations The destination sets …
(Photo Credit: Toby Gad) LISTEN TO BAD VALENTINE – PIANO DIARIES VERSION HERE Los Angeles, CA – October 4 – The renowned songwriter and producer Toby Gad, celebrated for his GRAMMY-winning hits such as John Legend’s “All Of Me” and Beyoncé’s “If I Were A Boy,” and Fergie’s “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” has teamed up once again with the …
Photographer Credit: Natia Cinco October 4, 2024: Today, the Nashville by way of Kentucky singer/songwriter Adam Chaffins released his new single “Little Bit at A Time” produced by Frank Rogers (Brad Paisley, Josh Turner, Darius Rucker). The swampy ditty features Chaffins’ expressive baritone stressing the importance of delayed gratification and was praised by Glide Magazine for “fusing the homespun soulful country vibe of …
Behold the new single “Law & Order” from Tulsa based singer-songwriter Casii Stephan featuring social justice warrior, proud black woman and LGBTQ+ folk singer-songwriter Crys Matthews, and acclaimed producer and musician Jay Burgess. This song discusses the perils of racism and polarizing politics. Casii shares, “In the South, politics takes on a different flavor. We say we’ve progressed and in many ways we …
(October 4, 2024 – Los Angeles, California) – In hopes of building more momentum from their 2022 collab “IDC” and their new single “Jealousy,” Jordan Ward and Joony team up and release JRNY. The six-track effort melds two entrancing voices and spellbinding songwriting, making JRNY a must-listen for R&B lovers. Their seamless chemistry continues on “Homebody,” where they …
The latest from Leonid & Friends is an incredible version of the Burt Bacharach and Hal David classic, “I Say a Little Prayer.” http://www.leonidandfriends.band/
Some Have Fun is the sixth studio album by singer-songwriter Roxanne Fontana and it is extremely retro-cool and fun. Roxanne says of the new album, “Phantasmagorgy [her previous album, released in 2022] wassort of the flowery window box on a house. With Some Have Fun, you’re in the house. It’s a serious place. Maybe you’ll …
This new Leon Bridges single came on the radio in the car today, and for no reason at all I just lost it. A song that just sounds so damn good. Channeling a lot of Marvin here. I need a 9-minute version.
Great new music from Fontaines D.C. … or, rather, music that was recorded nearly 40 years ago – only to surface last month. This song is a bittersweet thrill for me… simultaneously makes me feel young again – and reminds me that those feeling happened a long time ago, now. In any case, I’ll be …
Penguin Books, 1997Design by Jesse Marinoff ReyesPhotograph by Roberta Bayley Probably the only cover that I’ve done that came to approach (minor?) iconic status as far as I know. There was a time when young art school students would approach me asking if I was “THE Jesse Marinoff Reyes” who designed it. The first edition …
Photo by Vincenzo Malagoli: Staying mentally engaged during downtime is important for your cognitive health. Whether you’re waiting for an appointment, traveling, or simply taking a break, choosing activities that stimulate your brain can make these moments more enjoyable and productive. The good news is, there are plenty of simple yet effective ways to pass …
There are so many reasons why watching sport is so popular, and there are so many ways of being able to enjoy the world of professional sports on a daily basis. This is something that you need to focus on as much as possible, and there are a lot of ideas that play a part …
Photo Credit: Copperqueen Records This Friday (10/4), British-Nigerian musician, filmmaker, and visual artist SIRA* (Zina Saro-Wiwa) will release her highly anticipated debut album, Songs for the End of the World. The project is a carefully curated collection of songs that serve as an outlet for Zina’s deep emotions about her favorite topic: the apocalypse. The result is a toolkit …
Pete Rose and Johnny Bench, 1971. “Charlie Hustle” played the game as it should be played, and played it better than almost any other figure in baseball history. He played every game as if his life depended on it. Charlie Hustle was an integral part of two National League dynasties. Of course, most people associate …
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Kristofferson was so talented as an actor, later generations might not even know that he was a remarkable musician. He was so well-known as a singer, some people might’ve forgotten that he wrote some of the most important songs of the Sixties and Seventies. Kristofferson was so skilled as a songwriter, a lot of people …
Of my wild harvesting friends, I am the most risk averse. If you can potentially die or get sick from eating something at the wrong time, and if I’m not starving, then I don’t eat it. Pawpaws are the exception, their creamy, custardy innards– which when ripe taste like a mixture of mango and banana– …
Photo Credit: Piero F Giunti PANAMERICA LP OUT VIA COSMICA ARTISTS LARGELY INSTRUMENTAL BLEND OF ELECTRIC GUITAR & NORTH AMERICAN ROCK HERITAGE WITH CLASSICAL GUITAR-BASED BOLERO, CUMBIA, TEJANO, RANCHERA & RHUMBA INFLUENCES FROM LATIN AMERICA + HINTS OF HAWAIIAN SURF AND COUNTRY MUSIC Twanguero has released an escapist and subtly nostalgic seventh album, Panamerica out via Cosmica Artists. Today, the …
This track has evolved into an anthem for composer and guitarist Ari Joshua, who has performed and recorded it with over a dozen lineups. The latest version offers a stripped-down, boogaloo organ trio setup, featuring the talented Skerik on saxophone, Delvon Lamarr on Hammond organ, and Grant Schroff on drums. This iteration contrasts with the psychedelic, version released by Ari’s RAaR Trio. The …
Dani Ojeda – Keyboard Trini Bertero – Bass Bel Medina – Guitar Sofi Zorzopulos – Drums Zuri Frers – Vocals Filmed by Luz & Lu Dattoma – Sep 2024 – Buenos Aires, Argentina Mixed by Pablo Nelken https://www.facebook.com/MagnificaPartyBand https://www.instagram.com/magnifica.music https://www.youtube.com/@magnifica9979
The sight of this box conjures up traumatic memories if you have ever worked at a garden center~ha! I will never forget the Russian roulette of sticking your hand in to grab a pumpkin praying that it is not rotten. There is a special stench to a rotting pumpkin that does not easily wash off. …
Herein lies a dutiful review of releases by NERVED and also Gale Forces: Today, September 27, NERVED has released a single called “Don’t Lie.” While I always welcome a powerful female voice to the metal community, vocalist Petra Kvanna and Sweden-based NERVED reveal nothing as a group that necessitates an invitation to my dream US …
Peter Hook stands front and center on the Showbox stage, shouting out the lyrics of “Love Will Tear Us Apart” as the audience sings along. He points at the crowd, almost blessing them as he delivers the grim chorus from Joy Division’s biggest hit in a commanding monotone. This was the only way the two-hour …
New Cardiff (Wales not California) Band ‘Marionette’ have today announced their brand new debut single ‘Your Hand’ which will be released on Friday 27th of September. ‘Marionette made their well recieved debut on the Adam Walton BBC Introducing in Wales show on BBC Radio Wales on Saturday evening, which was deemed an ‘…a powerful and …
In October 1968, the Viking football team fielded by North Park College (Chicago, IL) highlighted its season with a Homecoming pasting of the North Central College Cardinals (Naperville, IL) by a final score of 104-32!! (See Homecoming pin) The Vikings finished the season with a winning record of 6-3, and three players from the team …
Monday night Mrs. R and I went to the Green Day concert at the baseball stadium downtown – roof was open for a gorgeous start of fall night. But it was a long one: 3 opening acts! First, and definitely my (& maybe a good percentage of the crowd) favorite was the teen band from …
New Remastered Reissues of The Classic Albums Modern Sounds in Country And Western Music, Modern Sounds In Country And Western Music Vol. 2, Country & Western Meets Rhythm & Blues, and Crying Time Plus The New Best of Country & Western Compilation “Here’s Ray Charles doing country songs, introducing those songs to millions and millions of people who, otherwise, would …
Credit: Erika Rock September 25, 2024: Today, Ashley Monroe released “There You Are,” a contemplative piano ballad that showcases Monroe’s ethereal vocals that have recently hushed theaters across the UK on her recent tour with Little Big Town and during her showcase over the weekend at AmericanaFest. The song was written by Jessi Alexander, Margaret Findley, and Sally Barris, who Monroe worked with …