Infinite Culture: On The Link Between African And Irish Music

Love history. Love music. Love studying about “fusion”. All of our cultures are nothing but peoples mixed together. Just started following this blog, and this post discusses “the evolution of musical forms” with regard to the fusion of Irish and African influences. For me, this one statement summarizes how it happened:

"Travel and trade was alive and well, and the exchange of music had to have been part of the process."

Of course ... that could be wrong. But anyway ... sounds logical. 

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Plantation Dance, South Carolina circa 1790 featuring banjo and calabash. Image #NW0159 courtesy of the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities.

Classic Rock Music Lovers: Mark Knopfler : Tracker : Broken Bones

British singer, songwriter and genius guitarist extraordinaire Mark Knopfler released his 8th solo album "Tracker"  in 2015, and one of the tracks, the song "Broken Bones" proves that if folks start saying he's "over the hill", loyal fans will respond back:  Hey Mark! Are you going over the hill??!!  We're coming with you!!

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Some Mondays you start the week with enthusiasm and energy, ready to overcome the world. Then there are those kinds of Mondays aptly described in lyrics sung by the late Karen Carpenter – they “always get you down”. If you’re lucky, a radio station will play exactly the right song to suit your mood. One morning I heard an awesome song on a radio station. It immediately took me back to the days of Bob Dylan, et al.  So I knew the person singing it must have come from that generation. Recognized the voice but could not remember the name of the artist. Googled it!

The name of the song is “Broken Bones” performed by none other than Mark Knopfler. Turns out it’s a track on his album “Tracker”. It was a perfect pick to begin my Moody Monday. This album is available for your listening pleasure in a variety of formats – MP3, audio CD and (believe it or not!) … vinyl!

Mark Knopfler is alive and well, not quite over the hill and still going places!  Check his schedule.

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Mark Knopfler – Tracker – A Track by Track

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Original source:  Classic Rock Music Lovers: Mark Knopfler : Tracker : Broken Bones - Virily

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8th solo record from former lead singer of Dire Straits, Mark Knopfler. "Tracker" [Deluxe Edition] https://t.co/4TumgMQCPH #music #musiclovers Sample the album. Pick Track 6: "Broken Bones". Available in 10 different formats. From #Streaming to #Vinyl.

— My Shopping Channel (@goshoppingbees) October 11, 2018

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Harp Music: Sacred, Classical, or Jazz?

The harp. Aaah!  An instrument played by angels. Only for classical musicians or those who appreciate the divine and the heavenly.  Yes or No?

Join the debate.

This Means War! Versus Make Love Not War!

"Of course, you know ... THIS MEANS WAR!!"

The only time that line is ever funny is when Daffy Duck says it to Bugs Bunny.

Recently perused 3 articles about the history of knighthood. Specifically, they were about 3 orders of knights: Order of the Teutonic Knights, Hospitallers Knights, Knights of the Sword. Fascinating reading. Thought-provoking as well. These are the thoughts they provoked within me.

It's just an observation but … a society can have lots of unemployment and yet if it's to organize a military FORCE, men can always show up for work! I'm not being sarcastic or calling the guys lazy bums. Indeed the reason they show up to enlist is because they are not lazy and they have a sense of duty and loyalty to their family, if not to their country.

I just think it's awful that during *peacetime* people borrow, beg and scrape, and can't get gainful work to feed their families. But you let some head honcho in the government shout *THIS MEANS WAR!* and all of a sudden there's money and they are ready to pay anybody to go get KILLED!!

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Sorry. Had to spill that and get it off my chest. I'm a child who grew up in the 60s where people were always shouting *Make love not war!* instead of *THIS MEANS WAR!*  Some folks in subsequent generations including the millennial generation (who are often wrongly accused of being self-centered and whiny) also believe in giving peace a chance.

Power To The People: The Hits by Lennon, John (2010)

Give Peace A Chance ~ Peacebeliever : From the Album Give Peace A Chance - Single

My most wished for item is always PEACE.  Yours too.  Right?  You can't buy it on Amazon or anywhere else.  But perhaps you can perform an act of charity as way of sharing your wish for peace and goodwill to all.  Buy a child a toy.  Donate clothing.  Prepare a food basket for a hungry family.  Gift a book.

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Entertainment: My Favorite Annie Lennox Music Videos

During my teen years, I heard this song, “A Whiter Shade of Pale”. The original was performed by Procol Harum. I thought it couldn’t get any better. Then I heard Annie Lennox sing this song and thought to myself: ‘This is way better!’  I loved Annie Lennox from the time she was the lead singer for the Eurythmics to when she went solo.  Here are a few of my favorite songs performed by Annie Lennox. Just a few. I have lots and lots of favorites. She’s been making music for decades. She’s one of those artists that get better with age and her music is always relevant.

Fun Fact: Annie Lennox was born on Christmas Day, December 25, 1954.
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Annie Lennox – A Whiter Shade of Pale (Remastered)

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Annie Lennox – Why (Official Music Video)

(Actually I like this entire “Diva” album.)

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Annie Lennox – No More “I Love You’s” (Official Video)

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Eurythmics- Would I Lie to You? (Official Video)

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Annie Lennox & Al Green – Put A Little Love In Your Heart [HQ]

Are you an Annie Lennox fan?

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Do You Know Which Rock Stars Are Classical Music Composers?

Most everybody likes all kinds of music.

Most musicians in the entertainment business know that all kinds of music don’t always all kinds of record sales and a whole lot of cash!

Most successful rock musicians know that if they had started their career playing classical music, they would very likely not have a career.



Sharing this really cool link about rock stars who also write classical music. You probably already knew about Paul McCartney. Right?

Here is the complete list.

1. Paul McCartney
2. Roger Waters
3. Frank Zappa
4. Jonny Greenwood
5. Bryce Dessner
6. Glenn Danzig
7. John Paul Jones (???)

(???)  No doubt the former bassist for Led Zepellin has the skills but he has been writing an opera for several years.  (John Paul Jones Is Writing an Opera, UCR article dated June 2013).  Loyal fans who believe are wondering and waiting.  

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DeGroot, Joey. “7 Rock Stars Who Also Write Classical Music: Paul McCartney, Frank Zappa, And More.” Music Times, February 03, 2018 / 12:05 AM, 17 June 2014, www.musictimes.com/articles/6855/20140617/7-rock-stars-who-also-write-classical-music-paul-mccartney-frank-zappa-and-more.htm.

Content previously published at Virily.com

The Vintage Guide to Classical Music: An Indispensable Guide for Understanding and Enjoying Classical Music

OTD 1991: Paul McCartney's first album of classical music, Liverpool Oratorio, was released. It was written in collaboration with composer Carl Davis and created in honor of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic's 150th anniversary.https://t.co/DuZSITwAqo#PaulMcCartney pic.twitter.com/33Lg4hccIc

— All McCartney (@allmccartneypod) October 7, 2018

Ca Ira (An Opera by Roger Waters) - And in the bushes where they survive ... https://t.co/w5l6CmU5jX via @YouTube @rogerwaters #PinkFloyd #rockstars #classicalcomposers #classicalmusic #music #musiclovers #musictrivia

— Treathyl Fox (aka cmoneyspinner) ~ #Freelancer (@cmoneyspinner) May 2, 2020

“Frank Zappa united genres like rock, pop, jazz & #classicalmusic into one discography.” per @VinylMePlease ~ #BestOf #FrankZappa https://t.co/FEkk8CA0xG

More than a 'Freakout': Exploring Frank Zappa's classical roots ... @whyy https://t.co/ZFAVwgdLjq #music #musiclovers pic.twitter.com/4W56mb174H

— Treathyl Fox (aka cmoneyspinner) ~ #Freelancer (@cmoneyspinner) May 2, 2020

In a conversation with Rachel Martin, Radiohead's Jonny Greenwood explains that classical music has been a parallel passion since he was a kid. https://t.co/i4O7YX9BnN

— NPR (@NPR) February 26, 2018

https://t.co/fQaa6sWZv1
The way in which @bryce_dessner assembled classical music and rock within his compositions is extraordinary. “St. Carolyn by the Sea” is an album influenced by Jack Kerouac’s novel Big Sur.
Give it a try and listen now on @primephonic 🎧
--@DGclassics pic.twitter.com/HoW0wxlTCp

— Primephonic (@primephonic) February 27, 2020

“In 1992, Danzig once again changed musical direction, ... tried his hand at composing classical music with Black Aria. The album debuted at number 1 on the Billboard classical music chart.” (Wikipedia)

Music Quotes That Move Me ( and Probably Move You Too!)

Once upon a time, there was a community on the Google Plus social network for music lovers and they have a category for “Music Quotes”. It was fun!

You share lyrics or quotes from a song that moves or touches you. Doesn't matter whether you're a fan of the artists who are singing or even if you don't really like the song, sometimes certain words strike you. 

Sadly, the community no longer exists and also Google plans to shut down the G+ social network during 2019.

I love the idea of sharing music quotes that move me.  Here's an example. In this example, I also have great respect and admiration for the artist performing. Loyal Tina Turner fan. This a throwback song from the soundtrack for Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome (1985). 

LYRICS / QUOTES: “There's just one thing you've got to know ... You're one of the living.”

First published at MyLot, SEPTEMBER 26, 2015

song of the day - "One Of The Living" | TINA TURNER | 1985.

On June 15, 2014, Casey Kasem, host of the longtime countdown program, AMERICAN TOP 40, passed away at the age of 82. ...

song of the day - "One Of The Living" | TINA TURNER | 1985.

On June 15, 2014, Casey Kasem, host of the longtime countdown program, AMERICAN TOP 40, passed away at the age of 82. From my first blog post (and prolly some more inbetween then and now), I explained how, in 1979, I was a geeky, lanky and somewhat lost 12-year-old living in Central Maine, had a...

Music is What Feelings Sound Like Quote on a Vinyl Record Album Wall Art | Vinyl Revamped

Spotlight on Jackie Evancho : America's Music Jewel

Are you a fan of Jackie Evancho? Were I to use one word to describe this young lady's voice, it would be “angelic”. If you have followed her career then you know she was introduced to the public through "America's Got Talent". 

Image Credit: Jackie Evancho collage comprised of images found on Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons.

She was an adorable little girl but her voice was rich and full. Her vocals were so strong, so mature and so well-trained. If you closed your eyes, you would have thought you were listening to a classically trained grown-up singer who had been performing in front of audiences for decades.

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One of her performances that really impressed me was her singing a Sarah McLachlan song, "Angel", that I dare say is just as good as the original singer's performance. She was accompanied by David Foster on the piano. Another one word to describe it? Magical.

Here is another magical performance. 
It's on her album Awakening.

Jackie Evancho - The Rains of Castamere

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It has been such a pleasure to see how she has continued to blossom and grow. If you want to hear her sing, you can subscribe to her YouTube channel: Jackie Evancho.

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“Awakening” by #JackieEvancho ~ https://t.co/l7jpwlxDc5 ~ #entertainment #music #gifts for #musiclovers #musicalbums pic.twitter.com/gJ3S8DNEw3

— My Shopping Channel (@goshoppingbees) February 8, 2019

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“Songs From The Silver Screen” by #JackieEvancho ~ https://t.co/E7NPcNjo6Q ~ #gifts for #musiclovers #musicalbums #music #entertainment pic.twitter.com/Tbx4VMFkAQ

— My Shopping Channel (@goshoppingbees) February 8, 2019

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MEET Loreen : Sweden's Music Jewel

MEET Loreen. This young lady is afabulous singer. Her real name: Lorine Zineb Nora Talhaoui - an exotic and stunning beauty with a voice to match, which mesmerizes and captivates. Her sound is innovative and refreshing.
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For Music Lovers: Yanni Live at the Acropolis

Joined a social site a couple of years ago and made some new friends.  I am really enjoying my activity in this social blogging community.  It's called Virily and the members are called Virilyans.  Doesn't that name conjure up images in your mind?  Hail!  We are Virilyans from the planet Virily.  We come in peace.

The website is a peaceful site.  It has a lovely visual display and you can find lots of interesting topics from fashion to home decor to art to general "feel good" news about people doing nice things for other people.  My latest post is about  "Yanni, Live at the Acropolis".  I like to chat about music that I like and I've published several discussions (see links below).

Yanni - Live at the Acropolis  

#TBT : The Nostalgia Machine Enhances Your Throwback Vibe

Found this tool via StumbleUpon (now Mix.com).  You can find music that takes you back to your childhood.  It's called “The Nostalgia Machine”?  If you're like me and often share music for #TBT or #throwbackThursday this tool was made for you. 

To get you started you are prompted to pick a childhood year.

'OK! I'll play along. I come from the generation that didn't have the Internet. We listened to music on vinyl records and if we dared scratch a record, on purpose or by accident, our parents took money out of our allowance to pay for damaged goods! 

Go ahead! Try and fool me!!'

So I picked a year. I couldn't believe it!! Magnificent throwbacks from back in my day! Such wonderful memories.

Here are some (not all) of what showed up for the year I picked. It was great music from one of the best years of my life!  :)

I'm like: 'I can't believe it! I remember all these songs!!'

● Archie Bell & the Drells - Tighten Up

● Aretha Franklin - Think

● Bee Gees - I've Gotta Get a Message to You

● Hugh Masekela - Grazing in the Grass

● Jerry Butler - Hey, Western Union Man

● José Feliciano - Light My Fire

● Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell - You're All I Need to Get By

● Mason Williams - Classical Gas

● Otis Redding - (Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay

● Paul Mauriat - Love is Blue

● Richard Harris - MacArthur Park

● Simon & Garfunkel - Scarborough Fair/Canticle

● Sly & the Family Stone - Dance to the Music

● The Beatles - Hey Jude; Revolution

● The Delfonics - La-La (Means I Love You)

● The Rascals - People Got to Be Free

If you tell me you remember them too, I'm going to tell you that I know how old you are!! And don't even try to fool me by saying: “Oh I only know because my parents listen to this music!” :)

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