December 26, 20232 yr Speaking of actresses w/ distinctive eyes, anyone remember Meg Foster from the 70s-80s? Her eyes were very unusual...very pale blue.
December 27, 20232 yr 23 hours ago, Robert Hall said: Speaking of actresses w/ distinctive eyes, anyone remember Meg Foster from the 70s-80s? Her eyes were very unusual...very pale blue. Vaguely. In that photo, she turned out looking like a cross between Jodie Foster and Stockard Channing. I had to get Stockard Channing in there!
January 8, 20242 yr As I read the comments, I learned that this was a reboot of a song done by 4 or 5 guys earlier on. This reboot is better. Decent music started tapering off right around this time. I can't remember if I was in a rented Grand Am or G6, but I definitely remember where I was. Edited January 8, 20242 yr by trinacriabob
January 15, 20242 yr This Joyce Cooling is talented. Native San Franciscan Edited January 15, 20242 yr by trinacriabob
January 16, 20242 yr Joyce Cooling - given that she's from the Bay Area and the time she was born, some Italian DNA wouldn't surprise me ... the city's demographics are much different now Sporting a "don't be giving me any crap as I walk down this Berkeley street" look - I don't know if that's really Berkeley; however, I have a weird "relationship" with the place I would just hear her stuff come on some jazz stations when channel surfing and figured she would be more of a tree hugger than being quite hip, with the NorCal coastline in the background
January 29, 20242 yr I found the "official" version of this song video and have listened to it a few times. It's in my music collection to stream, too. https://youtu.be/w859A3YmBkE?si=OKo3QzBn0kWMBmcd This is the title cut from the album "Break Every Rule." I think it's the best song on the album, just like "Private Dancer" is the best (title) song on that album. "Private Dancer" runs pensive while this one is spirited. You can tell that those who toured with her probably liked working with her. She's the underdog who hit it big, breaking free from Ike and running circles around him. She will be hard to forget ... electric and very cool at the same time. Edited January 29, 20242 yr by trinacriabob
February 7, 20242 yr It's always interesting to go back and listen to the version of a song prior to a reboot, as in what provided the inspiration for Donna Summer's "MacArthur Park." That would be Richard Harris's version of it. Donna Summer ratchets it up some with that second "again" refrain, where she can hold those extended "again" vocals, when he instead follows it with "oh no" because of his low voice. The disco version has those big band instrumentals in its entirety, which is consistent for that genre, whereas this song kicks into similar instrumental mode at about 5 miminutes. The Richard Harris version would be considered a classic or romantic standard. You have to respect it for that. The Donna Summer may just be more relevant only because it's more familiar. I wonder what sort of arrangement needs to be worked out for a rehash after about a dozen years. I hope Mr. Harris was flattered by the imitation. Edited February 7, 20242 yr by trinacriabob
February 8, 20242 yr Been into a big Jazz mode with my work being crazy and changes to our work now that we have to return 3 days a week to an office that is so small not sure where everyone will fit. so much for my work from home of the last 4 years. Now I am called Hybrid. Anyway, Jazz sooths the soul.
February 8, 20242 yr 17 hours ago, trinacriabob said: It's always interesting to go back and listen to the version of a song prior to a reboot, as in what provided the inspiration for Donna Summer's "MacArthur Park." I tend to go the other direction. I like when there are modern takes on older songs. I recently stumbled onto this new version of Clocks, even more chill than the original.
February 8, 20242 yr 43 minutes ago, Drew Dowdell said: I tend to go the other direction. I like when there are modern takes on older songs. I recently stumbled onto this new version of Clocks, even more chill than the original. I actually agree. I like Donna Summer's version better - it was her best song, IMO. I am also giving credit to Richard Harris and his getting a Grammy for it. I didn't know that. Similarly, mostly country singer Ray Stevens took the song "Misty" to big hit status - even more popular in the UK than the US - from its more staid initial version(s).
February 21, 20242 yr There are some people who do speak like this. There used to be a lot more of them! Goofy little song.
February 29, 20242 yr I have to listen to this absurdity just about every morning ... it's a station that has music, news, etc. This is their jingle. Now locals I've brought it up to find it funny that I've reacted to this so strongly. This is f**king random and ridiculous as hell! There has been a huge erosion of the language here, largely as a result of mass media. So many words have been imported from English and they had Italian words for them before: meeting, feeling, jogging, and many words for things automotive. OTOH, the French are safeguarding their language according to an Italian prof. I knew in the U.S. - a computer is an "ordinateur" in French, but, in Italian, it's also a "computer" - pronounced "com-pooh-tear." Kudos to the French for having a pair. "Very Normal People" is just nuts.
March 16, 20242 yr This just came on in a coffeehouse/bistro that plays a lot of '70s to '90s U.S. pop. This song could have been truncated, but Stevie Wonder has had some great songs. "I Will Survive" now is on, and I'll spare you from that one. - - - - - As of yesterday, I've been here 90 days. I've done some offbeat things in my life, but this pushes the envelope.
April 6, 20241 yr With spring in the air, looking into waterproof bluetooth patio speakers so I can enjoy my tunes outside (already have bluetooth speakers in the hot tub that I use when I'm relaxing in there). Lately, been listening to a bit of everything ...first the new..discovered this band when listening to a modern indie rock channel on Sirius XM the other day--'The Beaches', an all-female band from Toronto--this single 'Edge of the Earth' is very catchy...great guitar and harmonies. And of course listening to plenty of classic and 80s rock--Robert Plant both solo in the 80s and with the incomparable Jimmy Page in 70s Led Zeppelin... 'Ship of Fools" 29 Palms: Little by Little: LZ 'In the Evening': And probably my favorite LZ track--the heavy, bluesy, locomotive feel of 'When the Levee Breaks'.. Mix it up with some obscure 80s I love--'The Whole of the Moon' by The Waterboys.
April 7, 20241 yr Going to be in the totality for the solar eclipse tomorrow here in NE Ohio...a few songs I'll play during the eclipse, probably my favorites mentioning the sun... Audioslave--Shadow on the Sun U2--Staring at the Sun The Beatles -- Here Comes the Sun
April 8, 20241 yr This stuff was coming in on Bluetooth from my music collection. So, I'm going along the A1a in Ponte Vedra Beach in a rental car (more about that later) and this song piped in. I didn't go looking for it specifically. To me, this is quintessentially (South) Floridian, brings back memories, and works well with the A1a, even if in North Florida. Yes, I know ... I can be a broken record.
June 21, 20241 yr One thing leads to another ... having one Alphaville song in my music collection leads to being clue in to another. These German guys - meaning Alphaville - are good. "Big in Japan" This is quintessentially '80s all the way around, which is just fine!
July 29, 20241 yr They have 2 "gala" evenings for dinner, and maybe afterwards, on each crossing. Apparently, some people read their stuff too carefully because they have themed evenings. Last night was "red and gold." Most women packed something for the occasion and even some men took it a lesser extent. On these 2 nights, the minimum is a dark suit and tie for the restaurant. Some pack a tux. I don't have such an item. https://youtu.be/T9Jcs45GhxU?feature=shared Hats off to some ladies who were dressed to the nines. I thought of this song. I don't have time for this nor enough space in my luggage, so one dark suit it is!
August 5, 20241 yr Had a couple concerts last week, saw Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony (1/2 of Van Halen) with Jason Bonham (Son of Led Zeppelin's John Bonham) on drums and Joe Satriani on guitar..great, loud rock show... and later in the week saw a great Crosby, Stills Nash and Young tribute band (with people that played with them...I saw CSN about 20 years ago, and Neil Young around the same time).
August 11, 20241 yr 007 movie theme songs all seem to pick up instrumental hints (hard to identify the instruments) of the main James Bond theme and the way John Barry composed, which is a good thing for both the franchise and the song itself ... an underrated band and song. Edited August 11, 20241 yr by trinacriabob
August 19, 20241 yr Interesting. So, here across the pond, they've got a music loop going that is mostly featuring African-American artists of the '70s and '80s. "Freeway of Love" - Aretha Franklin * "Drop the pedal and go ... go ... go" "I Will Survive" - Gloria Gaynor ** "Can't Get Enough of Your Love" - Barry White *** - - - - - This is some good, spirited $h!+ * what a bio on Aretha - had a kid at 12, sang at her church in Detroit, toured nationwide as a teenager, had 5 kids, and holds records for music awards and record sales ** fairly standard bio, musical career, and personal life *** "at least 9 kids" - mentions his weight and smoking - Galveston TX native
August 22, 20241 yr What? I barely remembered this considering what an ensemble of musical artists it showcases. Someone I know posted this on social media. Springsteen and Lauper seem to be leaning into this a little much, but Tina shines as usual. Impressive how all these talents came together to make a difference.
August 27, 20241 yr Amazing watching the young musicians who can make a oldie but goodie song awesome. Love the guitar dual at the end.
August 27, 20241 yr I had forgotten this instrumental piece is such a great part of this "classic" comedy. As Serge would have said, "It's a very important piece." (Some movie scenes inserted in, which is cool.) This is excellent.
August 27, 20241 yr 12 minutes ago, trinacriabob said: I had forgotten this instrumental piece is such a great part of this "classic" comedy. As Serge would have said, "It's a very important piece." (Some movie scenes inserted in, which is cool.) This is excellent. Love the GMC Semi Truck!!! I have the whole series, great movies even the latest one.
September 5, 20241 yr On 8/27/2024 at 5:41 PM, G. David Felt said: Love the GMC Semi Truck!!! I have the whole series, great movies even the latest one. Yes, I enjoyed the latest film. All the BHC movies have great soundtracks.
September 13, 20241 yr This is the '90s and I heard it in the car ... The synthesizer going on in the background sounds like an electronic new age corn popper.
September 15, 20241 yr Before my vacation, I had created a playlist on Amazon Music with 12 hours of tracks from the 70s to today, mostly 80s New Wave, 80s pop and rock, '90s grunge/alternative...heard of a lot of my favorites..when I was in areas w/ poor cell coverage (no streaming) I listened to Sirius XM 80s and 90s channels or podcasts I had downloaded. Thinking I may need to subscribe to OnStar data so I can use the car as a wifi access point. Edited September 15, 20241 yr by Robert Hall
September 17, 20241 yr An unforgettable piece, especially since it's Bob Marley and he did a special "party remix" rendition of this for an Italian guy named Alex Natale. Discovered in the summer of 1996 in Portugal. An excellent piece to propel your rented econobox, and you in it, up I-80 over the Sierra Nevada.
September 17, 20241 yr Went and saw Rival Sons (with Clutch) in Raleigh on Sept. 8th and was simply blown away by RS. Jay Buchanan (the vocalist) operates on an entirely different level from just about anyone I have seen live. The vocals were just beyond incredible. This video was actually taken at that show (not be me lol) and it is one of their earlier tunes from 2009. It captures how absolutely otherworldly their performance was. See them live. You will not regret it.
September 18, 20241 yr 11 hours ago, surreal1272 said: Went and saw Rival Sons (with Clutch) in Raleigh on Sept. 8th and was simply blown away by RS. Jay Buchanan (the vocalist) operates on an entirely different level from just about anyone I have seen live. The vocals were just beyond incredible. This video was actually taken at that show (not be me lol) and it is one of their earlier tunes from 2009. It captures how absolutely otherworldly their performance was. See them live. You will not regret it. If I had to pin a genre, or similar to a genre, I'd say classic rock.
September 18, 20241 yr 1 hour ago, trinacriabob said: If I had to pin a genre, or similar to a genre, I'd say classic rock. Very much a throwback to the 70s but they are more diverse than that. This one here though captures his energy perfectly though IMO. They are featured in a few Chevy commercials too. Edited September 18, 20241 yr by surreal1272
September 22, 20241 yr Wasn't familiar w/ Rival Sons, will have to check them out...I like those two clips. I saw a tour ad for them, saw that Fu Manchu was opening for them....I remember liking Fu Manchu in the 90s. Which suddenly seems like a long time ago..
September 23, 20241 yr 22 hours ago, Robert Hall said: Wasn't familiar w/ Rival Sons, will have to check them out...I like those two clips. I saw a tour ad for them, saw that Fu Manchu was opening for them....I remember liking Fu Manchu in the 90s. Which suddenly seems like a long time ago.. Yeah, FuManchu was decent. Clutch was part of the headliner with RS but I could not get into them at all. I went to that show for one band clearly lol. You will not be disappointed if you see them live, bank on it.
October 30, 20241 yr Q: Who is Heloisa Pinheiro? Don't look. A: . . . . . . . . . . Okay, I'll tell you This is an ageless gem in world music.
November 1, 20241 yr Listening to the new The Cure album, first album in 16 years..has a similar sound to 1989's classic Disentegration...several of the new songs were premiered on the tour in 2023 when I saw them at Blossom. Great band, still making great, gloomy atmospheric music...love the new track 'Alone'..great long intro. Good November music. Edited November 1, 20241 yr by Robert Hall
November 10, 20241 yr 6 hours ago, trinacriabob said: Q: What are you listening to? A: The James Bond theme! 🤮 for the female picture, can we not choose someone that is actually pretty? After all a James Bond theme song deserves a lovely lady!!! Trumps Wife makes me this Best James Bond was Sean Connery IMHO and the movie with Barbara Carrera where she wanted James bonds statement about the best love was awesome. Had the exploding pen.
November 11, 20241 yr 13 hours ago, G. David Felt said: 🤮 for the female picture, can we not choose someone that is actually pretty? After all a James Bond theme song deserves a lovely lady!!! It was a joke. I think I've put up that same photo before saying she'd make a formidable 007 film villainess and needs to go to a casting call rather than just be useless and high maintenance. When I see her, I think of an Eastern European foe of James Bond and the main 007 theme goes through my head.
November 11, 20241 yr Recently watched HBO's 'The Penguin' series with Colin Farrell--excellent spinoff of 'The Batman' movie, and the lead woman in it would make a great Bond villian--Cristin Milioti--she was very convincing as a psychotic mobster/megalomanic. The show had a great soundtrack also. Speaking of music, listened to a lot of The Cure on my road trip over the weekend... a lot of dark, gloomy yet beautiful and cathartic music..perfect for a dark weekend. Edited November 11, 20241 yr by Robert Hall
November 11, 20241 yr 2 hours ago, Robert Hall said: Recently watched HBO's 'The Penguin' series with Colin Farrell--excellent spinoff of 'The Batman' movie, and the lead woman in it would make a great Bond villian--Cristin Milioti--she was very convincing as a psychotic mobster/megalomanic. The show had a great soundtrack also. Speaking of music, listened to a lot of The Cure on my road trip over the weekend... a lot of dark, gloomy yet beautiful and cathartic music..perfect for a dark weekend. Yup she would be perfect for an evil woman.
November 18, 20241 yr @G. David Felt I had forgotten all about the exploding pen! - - - - - Crossing the Apennines in a rental this evening and going through some cool mountain tunnels, this came on: I had forgotten all about its existence. Isn't music in the New Millennium mostly garbage?
December 6, 20241 yr I was walking by a resto yesterday and heard this from the sidewalk, so it's the last song I "listened" to.
February 7, 20251 yr The incomparable Bob Marley ... Instrumental transitions that really hold their own ... Freeway frisky ... Perfect for driving along the string of less commercial and more understated beach towns of the Algarve in 1996 ... https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=qeWioz-30-w&feature=share Life was good ...
February 20, 20251 yr Someone sent me this asking me, 'Have you ever heard this before?' NO. I was in disbelief. I thought Dom Dolla would have been a Jersey Shore type ... Dom. It's not his real name. It's a red headed Australian guy who's kind of unusual ... consider this genre. Then, there's a guy who talks during this song. He doesn't sound at all like anyone who'd be on the dance floor. He sounds more like a frat boy/stoner/surfer. Best YouTube comment: "This was the weirdest thing to hear in a gas station in rural Quebec at midnight." Indeed. This song makes for a good laugh, at best.
February 23, 20251 yr I've been listening to a lot of Led Zeppelin after seeing the Becoming Led Zeppelin documentary in IMAX on Super Bowl Sunday. This is still my favorite LZ song..so heavy. On 2/20/2025 at 6:49 AM, trinacriabob said: Best YouTube comment: "This was the weirdest thing to hear in a gas station in rural Quebec at midnight." Indeed. This song makes for a good laugh, at best. That is distinctive... the comment about the gas station reminds me of hearing Gloria Gaynor's 'I Will Survive' at a gas station in darkest rural New Mexico off of I-40 at about 3am when crossing the desert void in 2017... Edited February 23, 20251 yr by Robert Hall
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