Bing Crosby died over thirty years ago, and I remember people saying that at least he died doing something he loved -- playing golf. But even though he was a famously avid golfer, as well as a legendary singer and movie star, there was another part of his story that often drew the public's attention. … Continue reading Bing Crosby Gets A Mulligan
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REVIEW: Melody Breyer-Grell — Fascinatin’ Rhythms
When Melody Breyer-Grell generated her debut album, The Right Time, in 2004, her singing might have been something a little different for many listeners. Those who were used to the gimmicked-up sound of today's singers would have found themselves listening to someone who simply sang, ably backed by solid musicians but absent the studio-applied effects … Continue reading REVIEW: Melody Breyer-Grell — Fascinatin’ Rhythms
Crankin’ Out The Classics – Country Style
Listening to the classics is something that people have been doing for a long time, and for many it might evoke thoughts of Mozart and Beethoven. For others it might mean something like classic rock, but the simple truth is that musical classics are any great songs from past eras -- and that includes country … Continue reading Crankin’ Out The Classics – Country Style
REVIEW: Richard Boulger – Blues Twilight
I was going to start this review by writing something lame about how it sometimes helps, in terms of pushing a career, if a musician who plays a brass instrument has brass - uh - cojones, but I guess that could be said about any performer. After all, if you're not ready to put yourself … Continue reading REVIEW: Richard Boulger – Blues Twilight
Remember The Music — Not The Tragedy
A week or so ago, I was working on a review for the latest album from a modern banjo wizard, Cynthia Sayer, and it brought back some childhood memories. That's not a particularly surprising occurrence because practically everything causes geezers to remember bygone days, but in this case it reminded me that I was sort … Continue reading Remember The Music — Not The Tragedy
REVIEW: Jimmy Bruno – Maplewood Avenue
Tired of overproduced and gimmicked-up music? Do you find yourself wanting to get back to the basics? Maybe listen to some jazz generated by talented pros getting together in a simple setting and doing their thing -- and doing it well? Do I have an album for you. Maplewood Avenue, on the Affiliated Artists label, … Continue reading REVIEW: Jimmy Bruno – Maplewood Avenue
Bunnies, Colored Eggs And…Beans?
As holidays go, Easter is pretty much like most of them, in the sense that it had its beginnings in religion but has gradually become a lot of different things for a lot of different people. And no matter what their beliefs, I think most folks would agree that the holiday has always been closely … Continue reading Bunnies, Colored Eggs And…Beans?
REVIEW: Cynthia Sayer – Attractions
There are not many renowned jazz banjoists around - Béla Fleck is probably the best known - but there's little doubt that Cynthia Sayer's fame is growing. The talented instrumentalist has been a prolific recording artist too, as evidenced by the recent release of her eighth album, Attractions, now out on the Plunk label. Sayer … Continue reading REVIEW: Cynthia Sayer – Attractions
Music Works Its Magic On Stress
A recent news article was the trigger for my latest exercise in musical memories. To be more specific, reading about my former employer swallowing up a smaller company led to memories of when they did the same thing to the company I was working for. It was a time of high stress for everyone and … Continue reading Music Works Its Magic On Stress
REVIEW: William Hart Strecker – Smoke And Clouds
Although not a huge name in today's music world, singer-guitarist William Hart Strecker has spent several decades establishing himself as a solid presence in a number of different genres, including blues, jazz, and even country-rock. Along the way he had to survive a horrible accident and find a way to recover physically and rebuild his … Continue reading REVIEW: William Hart Strecker – Smoke And Clouds
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