The last blog for what has proven to be a tumultuous year. (that may be an understatement)
FNST Radio is entering it's third year and I'm proud of what the Techie Gnome and I have accomplished. From not really knowing what we were doing to at least having a clue, is a major accomplishment. Someday, we may actually figure this out.
There are still wars. We have people with no place to live and children going to bed hungry, in this country. The economy is probably in the worse shape it's been since the Great Depression.
There is a light at the end of the tunnel, however. (just pray it's not a fast moving freight coming at us) I have a basic faith in this country. It will re-invent itself and come out of this with a better understanding of itself and it's place in the world.
As I look back at the entries for the past year, I'm saddened by all the people we've lost. However, we still have them with us. They're not forgotten, for they touched us and left an impression on our lives.
On a brighter note, FNST Radio continues to grow. More slowly than I'd hoped, but people are finding us and coming back. I check the stats, everyday, and am amazed at all the places that show up. We truly are world wide. If you can help spread the word, please do so.
My wishes and prayers go out to all of you and your families, for a better 2009. May it be a good year for not only the FNST family but the world as whole. After all, we're all we have.
Take care of yourselves and each other.
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Sunday, December 21, 2008
December 22 Show
It's done! My last Monday show until after the new year. (we're off to Virginia)
There are some changes coming for FNST.
The Tuesday, Lovers & Other Losers and Saturday's Dance Party shows are going away. It's a matter of time. I simply don't have the time to do new shows, every week.
Wednesday's "Request Night" is being scaled back to one night each month. The third Wednesday of the month. Hopefully, this will allow us to do fresh shows with your requests, dedications, etc. I'm looking forward to hearing from people.
Monday's show will continue, as always. Theme shows, "new" music, bad jokes and all.
There are some great shows coming up in the new year.
I'm redoing two of the early shows. The shows spotlighting Philadelphia and Chicago are being re-done with better sound and some more music.
We're also going to do at least one, probably two shows, featuring the great music of "the other Detroit". I owe Dave Bupp and Ginger Oldham a special thanks for the insight, memories and the music. They should be the executive producers.
By the way, this Wednesday, the 24th of December there is a "Christmas Eve Special". Some requested songs, some of my favorits and some stuff that's just fun. I hope you can find time to enjoy it.
Merry Christmas, everyone. I hope we can all have a happy and prosperous new year.
Take care of yourselves and each other
There are some changes coming for FNST.
The Tuesday, Lovers & Other Losers and Saturday's Dance Party shows are going away. It's a matter of time. I simply don't have the time to do new shows, every week.
Wednesday's "Request Night" is being scaled back to one night each month. The third Wednesday of the month. Hopefully, this will allow us to do fresh shows with your requests, dedications, etc. I'm looking forward to hearing from people.
Monday's show will continue, as always. Theme shows, "new" music, bad jokes and all.
There are some great shows coming up in the new year.
I'm redoing two of the early shows. The shows spotlighting Philadelphia and Chicago are being re-done with better sound and some more music.
We're also going to do at least one, probably two shows, featuring the great music of "the other Detroit". I owe Dave Bupp and Ginger Oldham a special thanks for the insight, memories and the music. They should be the executive producers.
By the way, this Wednesday, the 24th of December there is a "Christmas Eve Special". Some requested songs, some of my favorits and some stuff that's just fun. I hope you can find time to enjoy it.
Merry Christmas, everyone. I hope we can all have a happy and prosperous new year.
Take care of yourselves and each other
Sunday, December 14, 2008
December 15, 2008 or close enough
It's been another "fast" week. Sometimes, I don't think I'll ever catch up.
Tonight's show is full of memories. A very special thank you to Ginger for loaning me the records and not bugging me for them for a year. I really do manage to get things done, eventually.
Next week, we have two shows. Monday, the 22nd, is our normal "new" music show. This one is full of the other Detroit sound, compliments of Dave Bupp. Then on Wednesday, a very special program of Christmas music. We actually had some request for a few songs, sooooooooo.
Is it soulful? I don't know about that but it's, probably, good for your soul.
To everyone who stopped by this week, thank you. It's great to see the new isp's. Pass the word to your friends. It's the only way the station can grow.
Please take care of yourselves, your families and friends.
Tonight's show is full of memories. A very special thank you to Ginger for loaning me the records and not bugging me for them for a year. I really do manage to get things done, eventually.
Next week, we have two shows. Monday, the 22nd, is our normal "new" music show. This one is full of the other Detroit sound, compliments of Dave Bupp. Then on Wednesday, a very special program of Christmas music. We actually had some request for a few songs, sooooooooo.
Is it soulful? I don't know about that but it's, probably, good for your soul.
To everyone who stopped by this week, thank you. It's great to see the new isp's. Pass the word to your friends. It's the only way the station can grow.
Please take care of yourselves, your families and friends.
Monday, December 8, 2008
December 8, Part Ducks
Under normal circumstances I wouldn't do this, but, this little guy has a great laugh.
Besides, his mom is very special to our family. Check out Dalton and his daddy.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i89FV8255AI
Besides, his mom is very special to our family. Check out Dalton and his daddy.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i89FV8255AI
Sunday, December 7, 2008
December 8, 2008
It's another show. I think I've lost track.
The holiday season is upon us, have you noticed? I was at a shopping mall this morning and it scared the hell out of me. People in SUV's and mini-vans all going 40 miles an hour through the parking lot! What's up with that? Dig it, this was between the rows, not in the traffic lanes.
Anyway, tonight's show is interesting. That covers a multitude of sins. I hope you enjoy it.
Be nice to each other, we're all we have.
The holiday season is upon us, have you noticed? I was at a shopping mall this morning and it scared the hell out of me. People in SUV's and mini-vans all going 40 miles an hour through the parking lot! What's up with that? Dig it, this was between the rows, not in the traffic lanes.
Anyway, tonight's show is interesting. That covers a multitude of sins. I hope you enjoy it.
Be nice to each other, we're all we have.
Monday, December 1, 2008
Class Act featuring Rita - November 29, 2008
If you wanted a "critical" review, it's not going to be here.
Saturday night we had the pleasure of watching and listening to musicians and singers doing R&B the way it should be. For the fifth year Class Act with special guests Dave Bupp and Buddy King of The Magnificent Men, sold (souled?) out the Whittaker Center in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
I won't say it was "magical", the term is over-used. However, "special" could and does fit the bill, real well.
Everything worked the way it should. The sound guys did the kind of job you wish every event could experience. From the opening number, to the closing, the mix was fantastic. Jeff, you guys outdid yourselves! The staff at the Whittaker, once again, impressed me with their professional handling of the crowd. People moved into and out of the lobby and theater without seemingly long lines or waiting.
Class Act, there are no words. You played and sang as well as I've ever heard you perform and that goes back far longer than any of us probably want to admit. The band was tight!! Dave, Les, Tom and Chuck, you did a great job on the backup vocals for Rita. Speaking of Rita........If we could bottle the energy and magic you bring to any performance, we'd all be rich. The people of central Pennsylvania are so lucky to hear you.
Now, about the "special guests". If you're not a Magnificent Men fan, you should be. Saturday night simply validated what I've known for over 45 years. It just doesn't get any better! Having Dave Bupp, Buddy King and Tom Pane singing together is what it always was. Fantastic!
The leads were wonderful, the harmonies on the money. Dave, your between song banter was a delight. Watching the three of you interact made time slip away. Thank you.
Hopefully, we all get to do it again, next year. To everyone reading this, get yourselves ready to fly, do a road trip, whatever............just plan on being there. We all need a little magic in our lives and these concerts are just what the doctor would order.
One more thing...........................Do you like good music? Sweet soul music...............
Saturday night we had the pleasure of watching and listening to musicians and singers doing R&B the way it should be. For the fifth year Class Act with special guests Dave Bupp and Buddy King of The Magnificent Men, sold (souled?) out the Whittaker Center in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
I won't say it was "magical", the term is over-used. However, "special" could and does fit the bill, real well.
Everything worked the way it should. The sound guys did the kind of job you wish every event could experience. From the opening number, to the closing, the mix was fantastic. Jeff, you guys outdid yourselves! The staff at the Whittaker, once again, impressed me with their professional handling of the crowd. People moved into and out of the lobby and theater without seemingly long lines or waiting.
Class Act, there are no words. You played and sang as well as I've ever heard you perform and that goes back far longer than any of us probably want to admit. The band was tight!! Dave, Les, Tom and Chuck, you did a great job on the backup vocals for Rita. Speaking of Rita........If we could bottle the energy and magic you bring to any performance, we'd all be rich. The people of central Pennsylvania are so lucky to hear you.
Now, about the "special guests". If you're not a Magnificent Men fan, you should be. Saturday night simply validated what I've known for over 45 years. It just doesn't get any better! Having Dave Bupp, Buddy King and Tom Pane singing together is what it always was. Fantastic!
The leads were wonderful, the harmonies on the money. Dave, your between song banter was a delight. Watching the three of you interact made time slip away. Thank you.
Hopefully, we all get to do it again, next year. To everyone reading this, get yourselves ready to fly, do a road trip, whatever............just plan on being there. We all need a little magic in our lives and these concerts are just what the doctor would order.
One more thing...........................Do you like good music? Sweet soul music...............
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