Four more losses to reflect on here in the early summer of 2026…
These guys were a British-Canadian musician, singer, and songwriter, best known as the lead vocalist of the American band Blood, Sweat & Tears; record executive, A&R exec, record producer and lawyer; an actor and stand-up comedian, known for opening for Sinatra; and a video game composer and sound designer on games like Doom and Duke Nukem.
This is a series of posts that will talk about some of my favorite songs that contain whistling. See if you agree with any of these!
“Walk Like an Egyptian” is a 1986 pop hit by the Bangles, written by songwriter Liam Sternberg, whose quirky inspiration came from observing people awkwardly balancing themselves on a ferry during rough seas, which he likened to the stylized poses seen in ancient Egyptian art; recorded for the album Different Light,
This is a series of posts that will talk about my favorite Keyboard players. See if you agree with any of these!
Keith Emerson was a groundbreaking British keyboardist and composer, best known as a founding member of the progressive rock supergroup Emerson, Lake & Palmer (ELP). Renowned for his virtuosic technique, Emerson merged classical music with rock in innovative ways,
Part of the Brill Building songwriting community in New York City, which housed some of the era’s greatest songwriters.
As a songwriting duo, Goffin and King defined the early 1960s pop music scene. They were part of the Brill Building songwriting community in New York City, which housed some of the era’s greatest songwriters and producers. The Brill Building was essentially a hit-making factory, and Goffin and King quickly became key players, known for their uncanny ability to craft catchy, emotional, and often timeless hits.
Jones was one of few producers to have number one records in three consecutive decades (1960s, 1970s, and 1980s).
Quincy Jones is one of the most influential figures in music and entertainment, celebrated for his innovative production work, his vast contributions across genres, and his collaborations with some of the industry’s biggest names. Born on March 14, 1933, in Chicago, Illinois, Jones’s early life was marked by hardship and a drive to succeed.
My 4th inductee of 2024, the 23rd overall.
Aretha Franklin, known as the “Queen of Soul,” was an iconic American singer, songwriter, and pianist. Her powerful voice and profound impact on the music industry have left an indelible mark on generations. Here’s an in-depth look at her life, career, and achievements. Aretha Louise Franklin was born on March 25, 1942, in Memphis, Tennessee, to Barbara Siggers Franklin and C.L. Franklin[1].
Holy Moses I have been deceived
When I was young before I had cassettes, the only good way of making a playlist of songs was to stack 45s on the turntable. I would arrange for them to play my favorite songs in my favorite order. These posts are about records I had in my stacks.
A leading figure in the visual art movement known as pop art.
This is where I’ll be talking about the Album Art that I like. That is one of the benefits of 12″ vinyl albums, the cool packaging that surrounded the record. Here I’ll research the creations that we all loved as children, teenagers, and adults. I’ll try to find as much information on the artists as I can.
