Lyrical: “Clothes” (Part One)

These are songs that contain word “clothes” in their lyrics.

“Underneath Your Clothes” is a lush power-ballad by Colombian singer-songwriter Shakira from her fifth studio album Laundry Service (released as a single in early 2002), written by Shakira and longtime collaborator Lester Mendez, and produced by both of them; it showcases a blend of pop and soft rock with Beatles-style brass touches and an

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My Favorite Drug Songs (Part Two)

This is a series of posts that will talk about my favorite drug related songs. See if you agree with any of these!

In part one I picked, “Novocaine for the Soul”, “Day Tripper”, “The Pusher”, “White Rabbit”, “The Acid Queen”, and “Poppies”. Here I’ll write about another six that I’ve always liked. “Comfortably Numb” is one of Pink Floyd’s most enduring and psychologically resonant songs, written primarily by David Gilmour with lyrics by Roger Waters

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John Lodge, Diane Keaton, Chris Dreja, and Sonny Curtis Dies

Some great musicians and a wonderful film star have passed.

These artists were the bassist for the Moody Blues; acted in The Godfather series of movies, Play It Again Sam, Reds, and many more; was the bassist for the Yardbirds and Box of Frogs; and was in Buddy Holly’s band the Crickets, and wrote the theme song for the Mary Tyler Moore Show.

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Bobby Whitlock, Danielle Spencer, Terry Reid, and Chuck Girard Dies

Several more have passed this summer of 2025.

These individuals have been in Delaney & Bonnie and co-founded Derek & the Dominos; played Dee in What’s Happening!! (1976–1979); was nicknamed “Superlungs”, and turned down lead singer for Led Zeppelin and Deep Purple; and was a pioneering musician in the realm of Contemporary Christian Music.

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My Favorite Guitar Players (Part One)

This is a series of posts that will talk about my favorite Guitar Players. See if you agree with any of these!

Jimmy Page, born James Patrick Page on January 9, 1944, in Heston, Middlesex, England, is widely regarded as one of the most influential and innovative guitarists in rock history. Rising to prominence as a prolific session musician in the 1960s, he played on recordings by artists such as The Who, Donovan, and The Kinks before joining The Yardbirds in 1966. After their dissolution, he founded Led Zeppelin in 1968,

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Ozzy Osbourne Dies

In 1981, during a meeting with CBS Records executives, he bit the heads off two live doves as a publicity stunt.

John Michael “Ozzy” Osbourne was born on December 3, 1948, in Aston, Birmingham, England, to a working-class family, and struggled with dyslexia and other learning difficulties in school, eventually dropping out at age 15. He never served in the military and worked a series of odd jobs, including as a construction laborer and slaughterhouse worker, before turning to music.

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Lenny Welch, Troy Seals, Wink Martindale, and Patty Maloney Dies

Several more notable artists have passed away in March and April of 2025.

This group have recorded music such as “Since I Fell For You” and “Ebb Tide”; written songs for the such as Elvis Presley, Willie Nelson, Ray Charles, Eric Clapton, and Vince Gill; hosted game shows including Gambit, Tic Tac Dough, Las Vegas Gambit, and High Rollers; and performed on TV shows including Far Out Space Nuts, The Kroft Superstar Hour, and Buck Rogers in the 25th Century.

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Vic Flick Dies

In 1962, Flick played the iconic guitar riff for the “James Bond Theme” in the first Bond film, Dr. No.

Vic Flick is an iconic English musician and composer best known for his association with the James Bond franchise and his significant contributions to film and television music. Victor Harold Flick was born on May 14, 1937, in Worcester Park, Surrey, England. Growing up in a musical family, Flick became interested in music and began learning the piano. However, his fascination with the guitar began in his teenage years, inspired by the evolving sounds of jazz and skiffle music during the 1950s. He honed his skills on the guitar, eventually becoming proficient in both classical and contemporary styles.

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Will Jennings Dies

He was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2013.

Will Jennings is an acclaimed American songwriter, best known for writing and co-writing songs that have become international hits across multiple genres. Born Wilbur H. Jennings on June 27, 1944, in Kilgore, Texas, Jennings was raised in East Texas, where he developed an early passion for music, playing in local bands during his high school years. After graduating from high school,

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Aerosmith – Doyle’s Space: Music Hall of Fame

“I know it’s everybody’s sin / You got to lose to know how to win”

Aerosmith is an American rock band formed in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1970. The band’s formation and rise to prominence are pivotal in the history of rock music, characterized by their blues-inspired hard rock style, energetic performances,

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