What Are You Listening To?

Robert Hall · December 26, 2023

Speaking of actresses w/ distinctive eyes, anyone remember Meg Foster from the 70s-80s? Her eyes were very unusual...very pale blue.

trinacriabob · December 27, 2023

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!

trinacriabob · January 8

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 by trinacriabob

G. David Felt · January 8

Listening to the daily mix of Jazz on Spotify!

trinacriabob · January 15

This Joyce Cooling is talented.

Native San Franciscan

Edited January 15 by trinacriabob

trinacriabob · January 16

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

trinacriabob · January 29

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 by trinacriabob

trinacriabob · February 7

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 by trinacriabob

G. David Felt · February 8

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.

Drew Dowdell · February 8

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.

trinacriabob · February 8

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).

trinacriabob · February 21

There are some people who do speak like this. There used to be a lot more of them! Goofy little song.

trinacriabob · February 29

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.

trinacriabob · March 16

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.

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As of yesterday, I've been here 90 days. I've done some offbeat things in my life, but this pushes the envelope.

Robert Hall · April 6

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.

Robert Hall · April 7

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

trinacriabob · April 8

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.

trinacriabob · June 21

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!

trinacriabob · July 29

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!

Robert Hall · August 5

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).

trinacriabob · August 11

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 by trinacriabob

trinacriabob · August 19

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 ***

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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

trinacriabob · August 22

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.

G. David Felt · August 27

Amazing watching the young musicians who can make a oldie but goodie song awesome. Love the guitar dual at the end.

trinacriabob · August 27

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.

G. David Felt · August 27

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.

Robert Hall · September 5

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.

trinacriabob · September 13

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.

Robert Hall · September 15

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 by Robert Hall

trinacriabob · September 16

I'll keep trying ...

Edited September 16 by trinacriabob

trinacriabob · September 17

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.

surreal1272 · September 17

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.

trinacriabob · September 18

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.

surreal1272 · September 18

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 by surreal1272

Robert Hall · September 22

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..

surreal1272 · September 23

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.

trinacriabob · October 30

Q: Who is Heloisa Pinheiro? Don't look.

A:

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Okay, I'll tell you

This is an ageless gem in world music.

Robert Hall · November 1

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.