Category: rock
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Boyz II Men, Janet Jackson, and the Power of Nostalgia
JarFive Lady Gaga has released her new album, “Harlequin.” Check out Ken Burns’ documentary on country music. The Cure have released a new song, “Alone.” Their album is due out later this year. Both Caribou and Aphex Twin have albums out this week. Kris Kristofferson, legendary country artist and actor, passed away last weekend. Tasting…
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Martinis and Bond Songs, Shaken Not Stirred
Here are the links/info, related to the recent podcast episode: Here’s the link for the Vesper Martini, though the one I make was a variation. JarFive Check out “The Sound of 007” on Amazon Prime, for a good film about the music in Bond films. Also check out “Kill James Bond,” a podcast that goes…
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Happy Hour with Alicia Blue
Here are some links related to the most recent podcast episode, featuring singer/songwriter Alicia Blue. Alicia and I had a Mexican Mule for our beverage. This is a take on a Moscow Mule. The recipe includes tequila (instead of vodka), ginger beer, and lime juice. Here’s a link to the authors who posted a version…
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Hanging with Ryan Casey (Parts 1&2)
JarFive Rolling Stones wrap up tour. Bob Dylan wants people to lock up their phones; Damon Albarn disagrees. Legends John Mayall and Duke Fakir (Four Tops) passed away. Amethyst Kiah released new song. Check out the podcast Bandsplain, hosted by Yasi Salek. Special Guest – Ryan Casey Here are some links to Ryan’s music available…
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Are you polyjamorous? Let’s talk genres!
Here are the links related to the most recent podcast episode (7/25). JarFive Chris Cornell’s birthday was 7/20; he would have been 60. Here are link to videos posted by Nancy Wilson (Heart) and Vicky (his wife). Bruce Springsteen is a billionaire. Common and Pete Rock have released a great album, “The Auditorium Volume 1.”…
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The Lesson from the Film on Anvil
JarFive Ed Harcourt performed an in-store set at Fingerprints Music in Long Beach. Also, check out his latest album, “El Magnifico.” Billy Strings released his album “Live Volume 1.” Cigarettes After Sex released their third album, “X’s.” Happy Sundays has released their lineup. The festival takes place in August. I’ll be doing a review of…
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A Taste of Outside Lands
Here are some links related to the most recent episode of my podcast (7/11). As I type this, the band Sault still has the link up for their new album. Here are some pics I’ve taken over the years at Outside Lands Music Festival, going backward from 2023 to 2013. I didn’t have a proper…
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Parasocial Relationships, Liquid Death, and Tushita!
Here are the links/references for the latest podcast episode (7/4). Hope you had a good 4th! JarFive George Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue” turned 100 years old this year. Happy birthday to Stephen Foster the ‘father of American Music,’ born on July 4, 1826. Bruce Springsteen’s “Born In The USA” album is 40 years old this…
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Charts, Charts, Charts!
Here are the notes and links for the podcast out this week (6/27). JarFive talker released her debut album, available for purchase on Bandcamp. https://talkerceleste.bandcamp.com/album/im-telling-you-the-truth Film “Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple” was released on MAX. Ms. Lauryn Hill and The Fugees announce tour. Queen sells catalog for highest price ever. “Taylor Swift VS Scooter Braun: Bad…
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“Nepo Babies” and “Industry Plants”
Here’s the information for the recent episode of my podcast (6/20). JarFive David Bowie collection “Rock N’ Roll Star” was released last week. R.E.M. reunite for first group interview in nearly 30 years. Riot Fest lineup was released. Françoise Hardy passed away at the age of 80. Here are some upcoming shows/fests: Vintage Pour Aphex…
