This blog spot is the home to my ramblings. I am a free lance writer. Most of my work goes on Associated Content. Sometimes I write what is on my mind, sometimes I plug some of my writing, and sometimes a combination of the two. So, sit back read, enjoy, and we will see where it goes.
Today's theme is tentative in relationships, personal, spiritual. I guess I'll play. The Lord, Still Standing, Start all over again, or just need my guitar.
Monday's Music Moves Me theme today is a freebie and since yesterday was Father's Day I thought I would share some Father's Day songs or at least some that mention Father or Dad.
Over the years my Mom became a fan of Eric Clapton. My taste of music was a strong influence on my Mother's taste. She didn't like everything I enjoyed but their was common ground.
"Motherless Child"
She saw Eric Clapton once with me and once with my Dad. She got to see him in Jacksonville with Derek Trucks.... "Why does Love have to Feel so Bad"
My Mom was impressed by Derek..
"Crow Jane"
But it was the Blues side my Mom really likes...
"Old Love"
Thanks for visiting I will be back tomorrow with a post for D!
It is going to be a busy day on my blog today. I didn't want to miss the fun of a Monday's Music Moves Me dance party. The theme for today is April Showers, in other words songs about rain. Let's start the party off by getting the Led out!
Led Zeppelin "The Rain Song"
I'm all over the place "Singing in the Rain" by Gene Kelly
Some people are "Only Happy When it Rains" (Garbage)
Blue Rodeo "Rain Down On Me"
B.J. Thomas "Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head"
Phil Collins (featuring Eric Clapton) "I Wish it Would Rain Down"
Monday's Music Moves Me theme for this Monday was artists born in March. There are so many great artists born in March so there was plenty to choose from. I chose a classic rock theme and limited my list to five songs. The list could have been longer! I hope you enjoy!
Let's get started with AC/DC Angus Young was born on March 31
"For Those About to Rock"
How about Bad Company, legendary guitarist Mick Ralphs turns 75 at the end of the month..
"Ready for Love"
Eric Clapton turns 74 on the 30th
"Tears in Heaven"
Steven Tyler of Aerosmith turns 71 on the 26th
"Dream On"
Eddie Money turns 70 on the 21st.."Shakin'"
Thanks for visiting I will be back with a new post soon!
John Mayer must have been watching this Battle of the Bands from the sidelines as no one voted for his version of "After Midnight." It was a tight contest between Eric Clapton and the songwriter J.J. Cale. Mr. Cale edged out Mr. Slowhand 4 to 3.
Celebrating his victory we spin his tunes...
Here they are together Eric and J.J with "After Midnight" and "Call Me the Breeze"….
"Magnolia"
"Cloudy Day"
I hope you enjoyed the battle and I will be back on the 15th with a brand new Battle of the Bands. In between I might blog about something so feel free to come back and visit.
After Midnight and it will be 2019! Happy New Year's everyone. It is time for the first Battle of the Bands of 2019. The song is J.J Cale's "After Midnight." It's a New Year's Party lets go with three versions.
Contender One: Eric Clapton
Contender Two: J.J. Cale
Contender Three: John Mayer Trio
Eric Clapton's rocking 1988 version, the original, or John Mayer's exploration who gets your vote? Vote for the version you like best in the comments. I will count them up and announce a winner before 2020. Hope you have a safe Holiday!
Kind of fitting my Music Moves Me post is coming out a little later in the day. It is Christmas Eve! The theme for the month for Monday's Music Moves Me is Christmas.
I am going to have Bob Dylan tells about tonight..."Twas The Night Before Christmas"
My last Battle of the Bands featured two of the biggest bands in Rock history the Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin. Zeppelin's version of the song came from the prime of their career. The Stones version came from their latest release. The Stones were aided on their version by some lead guitar from Eric Clapton. In the end the old Stones beat the mighty Zeppelin 5 to 2.
Celebrating the winner! Here are some other blues by the Rolling Stones.
"Little Red Rooster"
"Love in Vain"
"Hoochie Coochie Man" with Muddy Waters..
"Midnight Rambler"
I will have a new battle on the 15th! Thanks for visiting and stay tuned.
This week's theme for Monday's Music Moves Me comes from Alana. "Crossover" songs done by a group/singer known primarily for one type of music, but in another type.
Rock to Country The Rolling Stones "Far Away Eyes"
Led Zeppelin "Hot Dog"
Rock to Reggae Eric Clapton "I Shot the Sheriff"
Rock to Classical Jeff Beck (Ravel's Tunes gets Amplified) "Beck's Bolero"
Jimmy Page "Chopin Prelude Number 4"
Classic Rock from yesteryear exploring musical genres such as Country, Reggae and Classical. Hope you enjoyed! Stop by again for more fun!
Today is Eric Clapton's birthday. His birthday is a good enough excuse to share a few tunes.
Oh for anyone with a date...
I think I had this beer...Cream "Strange Brew:
The Yardbirds.... "Louise"
John Mayall's Bluesbreakers "Steppin'Out"
"Someone Like You"
A little time travel through some of his early projects. I tried to get some lesser known tracks in there. I wrapped it up with a few solo songs. Thanks for visiting and remember next month this blog is going to be busy.
Last month I paid tribute to Don Williams in my Battle of the Band competition. It was his song "Tulsa Time." Eric Clapton had success with the song in the 70s so he was an obvious choice. Reba McEntire who is a country artist and quite different from Slowhand so she was a good contestant.
Reba won convincingly 7 to 3 according to my readers! Like usual we celebrate the winners so here are a few tunes from Reba.
"Fancy"
"Consider me Gone"
"What do you Say"
I have another fun fill Battle underway which features "Blueberry Hill" check it out here.
I gained inspiration for this month's Battle of My Bands through a post I did last month marking the passing of Country Music's gentle giant Don Williams. I thought of strange degrees of separation. He died on September 8, 22017 in Mobile, Alabama. About 6--70 miles away from me and a town that I visited on September 9. I became familiar with his work through an artist I am a fan of which is not that strange for me. I become familiar with a lot of artists that way.
Anyway his song "Tulsa Time"
Contestant One: Reba McEntire
Contestant Two: Eric Clapton
Wrapping up this post on my phone. Keeping it simple. Vote for either Eric or Reba in the comments. I will count up the votes and pick a winner soon.
This post has nothing to do with Eric Clapton and everything to do with the Circus. When I think of the Circus, I think of The Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus. Sure I have enjoyed going to see other ones. The Big Apple Circus was awesome when I reviewed it here. However, it wasn't the Circus and that is what is ending.
The last time I went to the circus was two years ago and here is my daughter trying on costumes before the show..
Maybe she will become a daredevil motorcycle rider..
Her mom my not approve of that occupation for her. Guess it is too late for me to run off and join the circus now, I would probably have been a clown.
I've been lucky to share the circus with my stepson when he was young and my daughter. Of course I have memories from when I was young too..
I remember watching the late, great Gunther Gebel-Williams perform. As a child I had dreams of being him and working with the big cats. I grew older and worked with house cats. Those house cats have always thought of me as their own chew toys so I guess it is probably for the best I didn't work with the big cats. Did I miss calling? Below is my daughter and me hanging out with a tiger..
The circus had their fights over animal shows. A circus isn't always politically correct. It did bring people together and did entertain. However over 146 years entertainment has changed. I will miss the circus but I am glad I have fond memories and that I had the opportunity to share the circus.
A circus train from 2016..
Circus Opening..
What are your circus memories? Feel free to share. I will miss the circus.
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