Shirley Bassey “Something Else” 1971 United Artists Records - While some folks can’t stomach the supper club sound of easy listening music from the ‘60s and early ‘70s, I get warmly nostalgic hearing the sound of my youth sitting in the back seat of my parents’ car. The truth is, my siblings and I saw this music at the time as a form of child abuse, but now I like to savor the … [Read more...] about Song of the Day: Breakfast in Bed – Shirley Bassey
Song of the Day: The Goodees – Condition Red
We journey back to 1969 and pay home to a relatively unknown band - The Goodees. This girl group, emblematic of the vibrant Motown and soul era, captivated audiences with their infectious tunes, leaving an indelible mark on the music scene. The Goodees, comprised of Judy Williams, Sandra Jackson, and Shirley Thomas, hailed from Memphis, Tennessee, and quickly gained … [Read more...] about Song of the Day: The Goodees – Condition Red
Top 30 Albums of 2023
Please allow me to share my Top Albums list for 2023. After doing this list every year for 43 years, I feel I am no longer qualified to weigh in on what is going on in the current Tik-Tok music world. What I have here is an "OK-boomer" list to share with you. Perhaps you'll find something you'll enjoy. Please share your faves, perhaps I'll find something I missed. … [Read more...] about Top 30 Albums of 2023
Song Of The Day by Eric Berman – The Thanksgiving Trifecta!
The Thanksgiving Trifecta! Song Of The Day by Eric Berman – Thanksgiving Special #1 - "Alice's Restaurant Massacree" by Arlo Guthrie It wouldn't be Thanksgiving without Arlo's classic 1967 shaggy dog story of a bunch of hippies doin' their best to lend a hand to a friend by disposing some garbage on Thanksgiving. It's a true story about a true Alice...in fact; my … [Read more...] about Song Of The Day by Eric Berman – The Thanksgiving Trifecta!
Song Of The Day by Eric Berman – “Sabre Dance” by Woody Herman & His Second Herd
Everyone knows this catchy tune composed in 1942 by Aram Khachaturian for his ballet "Gayane." Although, you've probably never heard this song within the context of the ballet, but, more appropriately, as background music to some zany competition on a 1960s game show. This recording is from 1948 performed by big band leader, clarinetist, saxophonist and vocalist, Woody Herman … [Read more...] about Song Of The Day by Eric Berman – “Sabre Dance” by Woody Herman & His Second Herd