This weekend across the river, you have the chance to see some tired old acts, most of which have only one of two of their original members, or you can see some interesting new music from both locals and out of towners. Here’s a look at who’s who in the second category. Friday evening [...]
More treasure from my trove of re-discovered vinyl.Clarence comes up with what may be the single funniest line in the history of popular music - having dramatically described how he got caught making love to another man's wife, he uncorks the following lyric, with a straight face, -If I had the chance, and wasn't in this hospitalI'd do it all again
The store I work at has Muzak and ever since Black Friday (aka the day after Thanksgiving), the Muzak has been on the holiday channel. I happen to like this channel, even if some of the music isn't all that great (there was a rendition of "Christmas Time Is Here" that was just mind numbingly tired). However, many of the people I work with (all of whom are younger than me) despise the holiday ...
We proudly present a new recurring series entitled "Best Song... Ever." Each entry will detail a particularly amazing piece of songsmithing. Each song will be crowned the 'Best Song Ever' until further notice. Upon subsequent posts, that song will relinquish its grandiose title. "But what are the criteria?" you ask. The answer is simple: My sole discretion and indefatigable taste. If you must k...
This weekend across the river, you have the chance to see some tired old acts, most of which have only one of two of their original members, or you can see some interesting new music from both locals and out of towners. Here’s a look at who’s who in the second category. Friday evening [...]