image link In rhythm with vinyl platter spinning33 1/3 revolutions per minute, tappingfeet to Fab4’s beat — until we, the cats and I, jump to rat-a-tat. Neighbor’s AK practice, aimed not at imagined upper crud, but brothers —are things going to be alright? The title and last line are part of the lyrics from The…
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Women Music March 2023 Day 31 – Molly Tuttle (final for 2023)
And here we are, at the conclusion of another Women Music March. I hope you have enjoyed learning about these extraordinary performing artists or got refreshed on them if you already know them. I also would like give a big THANK YOU to everyone who read, listened, and commented. It really brings Women Music March…
Women Music March 2023 – Day 30 Tal Wilkenfeld — Written by Featured Guest Writer, Christian Pflaumer
Tal Wilkenfeld, photo by Eric Townsend Playing in Jeff Beck’s and Herbie Hancock’s bands was so fun, because it was never about playing for the sake of playing; it was about having diverse musical conversations with notes. When you approach music from that place, everyone has something to say, and something to learn from a…
#FF — Get a Real Job
It’s my first children’s birthday party gig. Parched from twenty rounds of “Old McDonald’s Farm,” Billy’s mother says she will watch Stradi while I go inside for a quick powder room visit and some lemonade. Intercepted in the living room by three girls with ponytails who beg for a capella Katy Perry, they cheer after…
Women Music March 2023 – Day 29 Willie Mae “Big Mama” Thornton
Willie Mae ‘Big Mama’ Thornton White or black. Rich or poor. If you ever had your heart broken you have right to sing the blues. ― Big Mama Thornton Willie Mae Thornton (b. 12/11/26 – d. 7/25/84,) better known as “Big Mama” Thornton, was an American singer and songwriter of the blues and R&B. She…
Women Music March 2023 – Day 28 Allison Russell
Allison Russell, photo © Robert Liptrot You can find joy and happinesseven if you have climbed out of horrible circumstances,— Allison Russell, Rolling Stone interview Allison Russell is a Canadian singer-songwriter, musician and activist. Prior to her solo music career, Russell performed as a member of various music groups including Po’ Girl, Birds of Chicago,…
Women Music March 2023 – Day 27 Shirley Bassey
Shirley Bassey Dame Shirley Veronica Bassey DBE (b. 1/8/37) is a Welsh singer. Best known for her career longevity, powerful voice and recording the theme songs to three James Bond films, Bassey is widely regarded as one of the most popular vocalists in Britain. Born in Cardiff, Bassey began performing as a teenager in 1953….
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