It's my end of year tribute show. Just a way of remembering and saying "thank you" to those who passed in 2010.
Unfortunately, the show was completed before word came of Teena Marie's death. Nominated four times for Grammies, the lady was as talented as they come. She will be missed.
There are two special birthdays, this week. Jonette celebrates hers, today. On the 31st it's time for Ginger to have her day. May both have the best days and a great year in 2011.
If you're partying New Year's Eve please be careful.
Thank you for your support this past year.
I hope you enjoy the show
Monday, December 27, 2010
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Thursday, December 16, 2010
December 20, 2010
Wow, my last show before Christmas. How cool is this? This marks the 5th one of these.
I have to admit, I like this weeks' show.
There's some nice music and I have a real surprise for all of you.
Nope, not gonna tell you what it is; you have to listen at 4:00am, 3:00, 8:00 or 11:00pm EST to find out what it is.
I will tell you it is unique in the history of FNST Radio. (actually, you could listen to all four shows)
We have quite a few birthday guests as well as a listener birthday. Christmas Eve is PJ's birthday. She's been a booster of the station from the begining and has pointed others our way.
Happy Birthday, my friend.
There's some new, to the station, music this week as well as several old favorites. Even a couple of songs I'd forgotten all about. Listen for Sea Cruz and Deon Jackson to name just a couple.
Oh, before I forget, there are also a couple of new editions to fnstradio on YouTube you may want to listen to. Just a couple of tunes you won't find everyday.
Thank you for your continued support of FNST Radio.
MERRY CHRISTMAS
I have to admit, I like this weeks' show.
There's some nice music and I have a real surprise for all of you.
Nope, not gonna tell you what it is; you have to listen at 4:00am, 3:00, 8:00 or 11:00pm EST to find out what it is.
I will tell you it is unique in the history of FNST Radio. (actually, you could listen to all four shows)
We have quite a few birthday guests as well as a listener birthday. Christmas Eve is PJ's birthday. She's been a booster of the station from the begining and has pointed others our way.
Happy Birthday, my friend.
There's some new, to the station, music this week as well as several old favorites. Even a couple of songs I'd forgotten all about. Listen for Sea Cruz and Deon Jackson to name just a couple.
Oh, before I forget, there are also a couple of new editions to fnstradio on YouTube you may want to listen to. Just a couple of tunes you won't find everyday.
Thank you for your continued support of FNST Radio.
MERRY CHRISTMAS
Monday, December 13, 2010
December 13, 2010
Oops, forgot the blog for this week. It's been a little busy.
Enjoy the show and there's a big surprise next week.
Enjoy the show and there's a big surprise next week.
Sunday, December 5, 2010
December 6, 2010
First of all,
Happy Birthday Terry Crousore of The Magnificent Men!
It's actually December 5th but this is the closest I can get.
This weeks' other birthdays include: Willie Hutch, George Williams Jr. of The Tymes, Len Barry, Barbara Weathers of Atlantic Starr, Walter "Clyde" Orange of The Commodores, Jimmy Smith, Jerry Butler and the one and only Techie Gnome. There are a couple of other birthdays but you're going to have to listen to find out who.
There are a couple of new tunes. William Bell's latest and a group called "Big G" has one I think you'll enjoy.
There are also anniversaries. December 7th marks 69 years since Pearl Harbor and December 8th is 30 years since John Lennon was murdered. Seems hard to believe it's been that long, doesn't it?
I hope you have your shopping done. Funny though; nobody has asked what I wanted.
Thank you for spending part of this busy season with FNST Radio.
Happy Birthday Terry Crousore of The Magnificent Men!
It's actually December 5th but this is the closest I can get.
This weeks' other birthdays include: Willie Hutch, George Williams Jr. of The Tymes, Len Barry, Barbara Weathers of Atlantic Starr, Walter "Clyde" Orange of The Commodores, Jimmy Smith, Jerry Butler and the one and only Techie Gnome. There are a couple of other birthdays but you're going to have to listen to find out who.
There are a couple of new tunes. William Bell's latest and a group called "Big G" has one I think you'll enjoy.
There are also anniversaries. December 7th marks 69 years since Pearl Harbor and December 8th is 30 years since John Lennon was murdered. Seems hard to believe it's been that long, doesn't it?
I hope you have your shopping done. Funny though; nobody has asked what I wanted.
Thank you for spending part of this busy season with FNST Radio.
Friday, November 26, 2010
November 29, 2010
It's the end of the month, already. I just looked and since we started this little project there have been over 200 entries, now we're closing in on the end of another year. *shaking head*
This weeks' show has birthdays. Some really great birthdays. Lou Rawls, Little Richard, Cassandra Wilson and more. This means there's also great music. "for it must follow as the night, the day....etc. etc."
There's also a special segment on a few Central Pennsylvania groups. I hope you enjoy it half as much as I enjoyed putting the thing together. It brought back some memories, let me tell you.
I'm waiting to hear how the "Class Act Salutes The Magnificent Men" concert went, this past Saturday night. As soon as I hear from a couple of people I'll let you know.
This week also begins some "sounds of the season" for FNST Radio. I'll be mixing in a couple of tunes each week. We'll start off with Thom Colson and his "Marry Little Christmas" with the great lead in for FNST.
Have a good week and I hope to "see" everybody next Monday.
This weeks' show has birthdays. Some really great birthdays. Lou Rawls, Little Richard, Cassandra Wilson and more. This means there's also great music. "for it must follow as the night, the day....etc. etc."
There's also a special segment on a few Central Pennsylvania groups. I hope you enjoy it half as much as I enjoyed putting the thing together. It brought back some memories, let me tell you.
I'm waiting to hear how the "Class Act Salutes The Magnificent Men" concert went, this past Saturday night. As soon as I hear from a couple of people I'll let you know.
This week also begins some "sounds of the season" for FNST Radio. I'll be mixing in a couple of tunes each week. We'll start off with Thom Colson and his "Marry Little Christmas" with the great lead in for FNST.
Have a good week and I hope to "see" everybody next Monday.
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
November 16 - November 22 2010
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNERS:
The Carolina Beach Music Award winners, that is.
Rhonda McDaniel - female vocalist of the year
Craig Woolard - Male Vocalist of the year
Band of Oz - Group Album of the Year
Band of Oz - Song of the year "Dance To The Radio"
Jim Quick - Entertainer of the year.
Candi Staton - Pioneer Award
FNST Radio is proud to play music from these talented musicians. On November 22, I'll be playing cuts from all of the above along with our weekly birthday and requested artists.
Y'all are invited to join me at either 4:00am, 3:00pm, 8:00pm or 11:00pm EST for two great hours. Then again, you could make an entire day of it and listen all four times, LOL.
November 27th is Class Act featuring Rita's salute to The Magnificent Men. This is at The Whittaker Center in downtown Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. It will be Buddy King's last appearance so it means it's also the last chance to see four of the original seven members of TMM together on the same stage. You can check ticket prices and seating here:
https://www.choicesecure03.net/mainapp/eventschedule.aspx?Clientid=Whitaker&group=BUDDYK
Be sure to catch Buddy on lead for TMM on two great songs, this week: Two of my favorites.
I hope you have a great week and I'll see all of you Monday.
Take care of yourselves and each other.
The Carolina Beach Music Award winners, that is.
Rhonda McDaniel - female vocalist of the year
Craig Woolard - Male Vocalist of the year
Band of Oz - Group Album of the Year
Band of Oz - Song of the year "Dance To The Radio"
Jim Quick - Entertainer of the year.
Candi Staton - Pioneer Award
FNST Radio is proud to play music from these talented musicians. On November 22, I'll be playing cuts from all of the above along with our weekly birthday and requested artists.
Y'all are invited to join me at either 4:00am, 3:00pm, 8:00pm or 11:00pm EST for two great hours. Then again, you could make an entire day of it and listen all four times, LOL.
November 27th is Class Act featuring Rita's salute to The Magnificent Men. This is at The Whittaker Center in downtown Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. It will be Buddy King's last appearance so it means it's also the last chance to see four of the original seven members of TMM together on the same stage. You can check ticket prices and seating here:
https://www.choicesecure03.net/mainapp/eventschedule.aspx?Clientid=Whitaker&group=BUDDYK
Be sure to catch Buddy on lead for TMM on two great songs, this week: Two of my favorites.
I hope you have a great week and I'll see all of you Monday.
Take care of yourselves and each other.
Friday, November 12, 2010
November 15, 2010
The Carolina Beach Music Awards were this past weekend.
I probably won't know the winners until Tuesday but when I do, I will update for y'all.
This week's show has some great music and R&B 101. My voice is a bit of a wreck from this lovely cold so just ignore me. I'm into my third week with this thing and it is nasty. It just keeps hangin' on. I'll bet if I could get south for a week of sunshine and ocean air I'd get better :-)
There's not a lot going on in FNST's world but the holiday season is rapidly approaching.
Anybody have their shopping done? I don't either. We'll play some holiday music, this year but we won't start until the beginning of December and I can promise it's not going to be 24/7.
When your friends complain that all they hear on the radio is holiday stuff, point them our way.
Next week we'll have the Cammie winners and some other great music for you.
Take care of yourselves.........and each other.
I probably won't know the winners until Tuesday but when I do, I will update for y'all.
This week's show has some great music and R&B 101. My voice is a bit of a wreck from this lovely cold so just ignore me. I'm into my third week with this thing and it is nasty. It just keeps hangin' on. I'll bet if I could get south for a week of sunshine and ocean air I'd get better :-)
There's not a lot going on in FNST's world but the holiday season is rapidly approaching.
Anybody have their shopping done? I don't either. We'll play some holiday music, this year but we won't start until the beginning of December and I can promise it's not going to be 24/7.
When your friends complain that all they hear on the radio is holiday stuff, point them our way.
Next week we'll have the Cammie winners and some other great music for you.
Take care of yourselves.........and each other.
Saturday, November 6, 2010
November 8, 2010
First of all,
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, LES MARKEL!
It was actually November 7th which is tomorrow as I write this and maybe yesterday as y'all read it. (confused? me, too) Les is one talented musician and has been a friend for years.
I hope he has/had a great day.
Second thing, (thang if you prefer) the early time slot for Monday shows has been moved back to 4:00am EST. This allows the listeners in Melbourne, Australia and other parts of the far east to actually catch the show during their Monday evening hours. There's a 14 hour time difference between the east coast of the U.S. and Oz's Sydney/Melbourne sooooooo there you have it.
This week I have two weeks of "birthday guests" for you, a new "dumb criminal" segment, there's a listener participation thing and a bunch of great music. I hope you enjoy the show.
Now, it's onto the November 15th show, for me. I have music to select, bad puns to find and one awful cold to get rid of. Hopefully, I can find my voice before I have to go into the "blue cave" again.
Take care of yourselves.........and each other.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, LES MARKEL!
It was actually November 7th which is tomorrow as I write this and maybe yesterday as y'all read it. (confused? me, too) Les is one talented musician and has been a friend for years.
I hope he has/had a great day.
Second thing, (thang if you prefer) the early time slot for Monday shows has been moved back to 4:00am EST. This allows the listeners in Melbourne, Australia and other parts of the far east to actually catch the show during their Monday evening hours. There's a 14 hour time difference between the east coast of the U.S. and Oz's Sydney/Melbourne sooooooo there you have it.
This week I have two weeks of "birthday guests" for you, a new "dumb criminal" segment, there's a listener participation thing and a bunch of great music. I hope you enjoy the show.
Now, it's onto the November 15th show, for me. I have music to select, bad puns to find and one awful cold to get rid of. Hopefully, I can find my voice before I have to go into the "blue cave" again.
Take care of yourselves.........and each other.
Saturday, October 30, 2010
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO US!
FOUR YEARS? Simply amazing!
What started as an idea on a long car ride has lasted. RJ (aka The Techie Gnome) was merely curious to see if he could really put a radio station on the internet. I wanted to play the songs of The Magnificent Men, Class Act featuring Rita, Class of 60 Somethin' and a few others for the world to enjoy. Somehow, we got to this.
I remember how cool it was to have 12 hours, then 24 hours of converted mp3 files. "Bubba, we can do an entire day with no repeats!". Along the way FNST Radio has grown that play list to over 2,000 songs. We haven't done it alone, however. You, our listeners and friends, have made suggestions, turned us onto new talent and reminded us of artists we'd long forgotten. This truly has been a group effort.
There are two people who deserve special mention: Ginger Oldham and Dave Bupp. Both have spread the word about FNST to people all over the world. How many of you reading this or listening to the station would have known about it if it wasn't for Ginger's promotional effort? Dave has told me stories about the artists, shared his memories and pointed me toward books that have become indispensable in finding songs as well as keeping facts straight. Both these wonderful people have, also, opened their personal record collections so that we can share them with you. For all of this and most importantly for being great friends, I thank them.
Today's show is special. There are few "hits" in the traditional sense. What it does have is lots of songs by friends and people I admire. I hope you enjoy it.
To our worldwide listeners, thank you for being part of this undertaking. I can't tell you how neat it is to check the listener logs and see isp's from Australia, India, Europe, South America and Africa as well as the US and Canada. Soul Music really is a universal language.
Y'all keep listening and I promise to keep doing this as long as possible.
"Until next week. Take care of yourselves and each other."
What started as an idea on a long car ride has lasted. RJ (aka The Techie Gnome) was merely curious to see if he could really put a radio station on the internet. I wanted to play the songs of The Magnificent Men, Class Act featuring Rita, Class of 60 Somethin' and a few others for the world to enjoy. Somehow, we got to this.
I remember how cool it was to have 12 hours, then 24 hours of converted mp3 files. "Bubba, we can do an entire day with no repeats!". Along the way FNST Radio has grown that play list to over 2,000 songs. We haven't done it alone, however. You, our listeners and friends, have made suggestions, turned us onto new talent and reminded us of artists we'd long forgotten. This truly has been a group effort.
There are two people who deserve special mention: Ginger Oldham and Dave Bupp. Both have spread the word about FNST to people all over the world. How many of you reading this or listening to the station would have known about it if it wasn't for Ginger's promotional effort? Dave has told me stories about the artists, shared his memories and pointed me toward books that have become indispensable in finding songs as well as keeping facts straight. Both these wonderful people have, also, opened their personal record collections so that we can share them with you. For all of this and most importantly for being great friends, I thank them.
Today's show is special. There are few "hits" in the traditional sense. What it does have is lots of songs by friends and people I admire. I hope you enjoy it.
To our worldwide listeners, thank you for being part of this undertaking. I can't tell you how neat it is to check the listener logs and see isp's from Australia, India, Europe, South America and Africa as well as the US and Canada. Soul Music really is a universal language.
Y'all keep listening and I promise to keep doing this as long as possible.
"Until next week. Take care of yourselves and each other."
Saturday, October 23, 2010
October 25, 2010
Let me tell you about this week's show. It's a groove!
First of all there's a tune by Class Act we don't play often.
It has the late Rick Shouck on lead and I love the tune.
There are a few birthday guests and some neat requested tunes.
Oh, there's also a great tune by Cracked Ice. That's Crispin Cioe's group and he has Brent Carter from Tower Of Power singing lead on this thing. This is dynamite! My thanks to Butch Halpin for suggesting I listen to the group. Now, if only he would have loaned me his credit card to buy the thang. LOL
Since it's Otis Williams' birthday, this week, there are also three Temptation songs. Probably not the ones most people expect us play but they are three of my favorites.
Next week is FNST Radio's Birthday Party. It's mostly done and I'm diggin' it. Some of the first music we put on the air including the very first song selected for the playlist. Can you guess what the tune is?
Have a great week and thank you for reading the blog but more importantly for listening to the music.
First of all there's a tune by Class Act we don't play often.
It has the late Rick Shouck on lead and I love the tune.
There are a few birthday guests and some neat requested tunes.
Oh, there's also a great tune by Cracked Ice. That's Crispin Cioe's group and he has Brent Carter from Tower Of Power singing lead on this thing. This is dynamite! My thanks to Butch Halpin for suggesting I listen to the group. Now, if only he would have loaned me his credit card to buy the thang. LOL
Since it's Otis Williams' birthday, this week, there are also three Temptation songs. Probably not the ones most people expect us play but they are three of my favorites.
Next week is FNST Radio's Birthday Party. It's mostly done and I'm diggin' it. Some of the first music we put on the air including the very first song selected for the playlist. Can you guess what the tune is?
Have a great week and thank you for reading the blog but more importantly for listening to the music.
Thursday, October 21, 2010
DIRECT TV or BUYER BEWARE
The following tale is actually a Public Service Announcement for our listeners. It's a true story and there's a price to pay for being "fat dumb and happy" so to speak.
Last football season Direct TV called and offered me NFL Sunday Ticket at basically a freebie price. I figured I'd try it and as a Pittsburgh Steelers fan in a Buffalo Bills market it was enjoyable, the few times I managed to get it to work. End of season came, I forgot about it and had no intention of re-upping. Quite frankly, I don't get that excited/dedicated toward any team.
Imagine my shock and dismay when I opened a Direct TV bill, this season, and found out I'd been automatically renewed for the amount of $319.95! Talk about a jolt.
So, first of all, I tried calling Direct TV. Their automatic voicemail hell was working perfectly. No chance of talking to a human being. Option two was employed: Email expressing my displeasure at this slightly unethical business practice. Surprise, surprise I received an answer which informed me that there was no cancellation or refund because the season had already started.
Cute, huh?
This morning I actually talked to a human being and I will admit to not being polite. I'm pissed at being stuck with this package I have no intention of watching, ever! If I'd paid closer attention to the bill I could have opted out before the season started but how many of you ever look at anything except what the amount due is? (thus the sneaky, dare I say "underhanded" billing approach of Direct TV)
So, the moral of the story is: READ YOUR BILL and don't trust your provider.
Last football season Direct TV called and offered me NFL Sunday Ticket at basically a freebie price. I figured I'd try it and as a Pittsburgh Steelers fan in a Buffalo Bills market it was enjoyable, the few times I managed to get it to work. End of season came, I forgot about it and had no intention of re-upping. Quite frankly, I don't get that excited/dedicated toward any team.
Imagine my shock and dismay when I opened a Direct TV bill, this season, and found out I'd been automatically renewed for the amount of $319.95! Talk about a jolt.
So, first of all, I tried calling Direct TV. Their automatic voicemail hell was working perfectly. No chance of talking to a human being. Option two was employed: Email expressing my displeasure at this slightly unethical business practice. Surprise, surprise I received an answer which informed me that there was no cancellation or refund because the season had already started.
Cute, huh?
This morning I actually talked to a human being and I will admit to not being polite. I'm pissed at being stuck with this package I have no intention of watching, ever! If I'd paid closer attention to the bill I could have opted out before the season started but how many of you ever look at anything except what the amount due is? (thus the sneaky, dare I say "underhanded" billing approach of Direct TV)
So, the moral of the story is: READ YOUR BILL and don't trust your provider.
Sunday, October 17, 2010
October 18, 2010
This week we have some new music from Steve Mancha, Ruby Andrews, Free Movement
and a British group named "Mint Julep". Thank you Ginger and welcome back from your "enforced sabbatical".
There's some great Beach Music as well as cookin' tunes from Central Pennsylvania.
This coming Saturday, October 23, the York Fairgrounds will be rockin' with Class of 60 Somethin's fall party. If you want to make a road trip, I promise you a great night of dancing and music.
There are lots of birthday artists on the show and I have two friend birthdays to mention for
Monday, October 18th.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ORTHEIA BARNES - KENNERLY.
Today is also the late Tom Hoover's birthday. Tommy was the first keyboard player for The Magnificent Men but more importantly to me, my friend from the time we were 12 years old.
Enjoy the music, have a great week and don't forget the birthday party on November 1st.
and a British group named "Mint Julep". Thank you Ginger and welcome back from your "enforced sabbatical".
There's some great Beach Music as well as cookin' tunes from Central Pennsylvania.
This coming Saturday, October 23, the York Fairgrounds will be rockin' with Class of 60 Somethin's fall party. If you want to make a road trip, I promise you a great night of dancing and music.
There are lots of birthday artists on the show and I have two friend birthdays to mention for
Monday, October 18th.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ORTHEIA BARNES - KENNERLY.
Today is also the late Tom Hoover's birthday. Tommy was the first keyboard player for The Magnificent Men but more importantly to me, my friend from the time we were 12 years old.
Enjoy the music, have a great week and don't forget the birthday party on November 1st.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
General Johnson
May 23, 1943 - October 13, 2010Singer - Songwriter and one of Beach Music's greats!
From the early 60's right up to 2010 his voice was instantly recognizable. Such great tunes.
39-21-46, It Will Stand, Give Me Just A Little More Time and my favorite, Carlina Girls.
Did you know he wrote "Patches", "One Monkey Don't Stop No Show", and the Honey Cone recorded "Want Ads"?
As long as there's Soul and Beach Music playing General Johnson will be remembered.
Thank you for the music and memories.
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Saturday, October 9, 2010
October 11, 2010
Not much to say about this week's show. I'm just a bit busy trying to gather my thoughts and music for the BIRTHDAY PARTY on NOVEMBER 1.
Seems so hard to believe it's our 4th one.
If you'd like to be on the show send me a note and we'll figure a way to get your voice on-air.
Think of it as self defense. The more of you who send in greetings, the less I get to talk and that's always a good thing.
Enjoy the music and have a great week! As always, thank you for listening and commenting.
Seems so hard to believe it's our 4th one.
If you'd like to be on the show send me a note and we'll figure a way to get your voice on-air.
Think of it as self defense. The more of you who send in greetings, the less I get to talk and that's always a good thing.
Enjoy the music and have a great week! As always, thank you for listening and commenting.
Monday, October 4, 2010
Carolina Beach Music Awards Nominees
Hey, FSNT Radio is primarily a "soul" station but if it's good music we're gonna play it. We play Beach Music and count many of the performers as friends, albeit via internet functions.
The nominees are: (drum roll)
Well, the ones FNST Radio features, anyway.
Female Vocalist:
Molly Askins of Sea Cruz
Rhonda McDaniel
Male Vocalist:
Craig Woolard
Bo Schronce of The Fantastic Shakers
New Artist:
Taylor Manning
Song Of The Year:
Impossible – Craig Woolard Band
Dance To The Radio – Band Of Oz
Group Album Of The Year:
Main Street People – Craig Woolard Band
Dance To The Radio – Band Of Oz
Group Of The Year:
Band Of Oz
Craig Woolard Band
Fantastic Shakers
Jim Quick & Coastline
Sea Cruz
Entertainer Of The Year:
Craig Woolard
Jim Quick
Smoothie Of The Year:
Left With A Broken Heart – Rhonda McDaniel
Collaboration or Duo:
Impossible – Craig Woolard and Steve Cropper
You Bug Me Baby – Rhonda McDaniel and Mike Taylor
Instrumentalist:
Dino Fair of Sea Cruz
The nominees are: (drum roll)
Well, the ones FNST Radio features, anyway.
Female Vocalist:
Molly Askins of Sea Cruz
Rhonda McDaniel
Male Vocalist:
Craig Woolard
Bo Schronce of The Fantastic Shakers
New Artist:
Taylor Manning
Song Of The Year:
Impossible – Craig Woolard Band
Dance To The Radio – Band Of Oz
Group Album Of The Year:
Main Street People – Craig Woolard Band
Dance To The Radio – Band Of Oz
Group Of The Year:
Band Of Oz
Craig Woolard Band
Fantastic Shakers
Jim Quick & Coastline
Sea Cruz
Entertainer Of The Year:
Craig Woolard
Jim Quick
Smoothie Of The Year:
Left With A Broken Heart – Rhonda McDaniel
Collaboration or Duo:
Impossible – Craig Woolard and Steve Cropper
You Bug Me Baby – Rhonda McDaniel and Mike Taylor
Instrumentalist:
Dino Fair of Sea Cruz
Friday, October 1, 2010
October 4, 2010
Let me see, there quite a bit going on in this week’s show.
I have Beach Music with Rhonda McDaniel & Mike Taylor.
The Sand Band checks in with their hit “Missing You”
Angel Rissoff has a new CD on the way and I have his cover of Darrell Banks’ big hit.
There’s some left coast soul with Ty Karim.
Jo Armstead checks in, along with Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings.
I have our weekly “requested artists” and a bunch of other great tunes. All in all, I think you’ll enjoy the mix.
Oh, and a very special listener birthday for a lady in England.
Someone I’ve spent many hours chatting with.
(She even laughs at some of my jokes)
Happy Birthday, Crys!
Thank you for listening and being a friend.
Enjoy the show, everybody and keep on listening.
(someday, I’ll get it right)
I have Beach Music with Rhonda McDaniel & Mike Taylor.
The Sand Band checks in with their hit “Missing You”
Angel Rissoff has a new CD on the way and I have his cover of Darrell Banks’ big hit.
There’s some left coast soul with Ty Karim.
Jo Armstead checks in, along with Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings.
I have our weekly “requested artists” and a bunch of other great tunes. All in all, I think you’ll enjoy the mix.
Oh, and a very special listener birthday for a lady in England.
Someone I’ve spent many hours chatting with.
(She even laughs at some of my jokes)
Happy Birthday, Crys!
Thank you for listening and being a friend.
Enjoy the show, everybody and keep on listening.
(someday, I’ll get it right)
Thursday, September 23, 2010
September 27, 2010
Just a neat pix of where FNST is being listened to. These are a few of the places.
So many people have their ISP's blocked, for privacy, that we can't see all of them but we know they're out there.
SOS, the Carolina Beach Music thing, is ended and I'm waiting to hear a report from Dan Wolfe of Class Act about how things went and who he had a chance to listen to. Maybe I can get there in the spring.
The leaves are turning and falling (ugh), we have cooler weather but the music is still hot. On the show, this week, a couple of real oldies by the Miracles recorded on the Chess label and one of them even features Claudette Robinson on lead. There's a pretty ballad by Chaka and plenty of soul.
Our birthday guests include Al Bryant of The Tempts, Marilyn McCoo, Herb Fame of Peaches & Herb and my friend, Ike Bowers of The Del-Chords & Class of 60 Somethin'.
There are some interesting songs in the mix.
Enjoy the show and pass the word.
P.S. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, IKE!
Now you get to be a year older than me for a few days.
Sunday, September 19, 2010
September 20, 2010
First of all, HAPPY BIRTHDAY KYLIE AULDIST.
Thank you for the music. You're a very talented lady.
Now while our buddy, Dan Wolfe of Class Act, is in South Carolina soaking up sunshine and great music with all the Beach Music bands I'm still here putting together Monday shows. Hopefully, I'll get to travel south in the spring and catch these groups and singers "live".
Today's show is okay. There's a bunch of music and I think it "flows" pretty well.
Guess y'all can tell me after you hear it. (this is a nice way of saying I've already finished the show weeks ago and honestly don't remember a lot about it)
Anyway, enjoy. Feel free to post comments here or on FaceBook.
Thank you for the music. You're a very talented lady.
Now while our buddy, Dan Wolfe of Class Act, is in South Carolina soaking up sunshine and great music with all the Beach Music bands I'm still here putting together Monday shows. Hopefully, I'll get to travel south in the spring and catch these groups and singers "live".
Today's show is okay. There's a bunch of music and I think it "flows" pretty well.
Guess y'all can tell me after you hear it. (this is a nice way of saying I've already finished the show weeks ago and honestly don't remember a lot about it)
Anyway, enjoy. Feel free to post comments here or on FaceBook.
Saturday, September 11, 2010
September 13, 2010
Well, it’s time to start the countdown to another show.
Since it’s almost 6:00am on a Saturday that must mean we’re about 48 hours to show time.
I’ll apologize for the sound of my voice, right up front. Something about cleaning with bleach…….
The music, however, is outstanding!
As I write this it’s September 11th and I’m remembering the attacks of this day. What I keep foremost in my mind is that the attacks on the World Trade Center, Pentagon and the tragedy of Flight 93 were carried out by terrorists. It doesn’t matter what their supposed “faith” was. Plain and simple, they were terrorists.
I’ll not blame all of Islam for the actions of a few anymore than I’ll blame all Catholics for the years of bloodshed in Ireland. Nor will I blame all Evangelicals for the current actions of a few ignorant people who would put United States military personnel in harm’s way by their foolish actions.
We, as a country, need to stop and take a deep breath. Look at the people who are ranting and raving and ask ourselves one question. “Do we really believe these people have our best interests at heart?”
Okay, I’m off my soapbox.
Enjoy the show.
Since it’s almost 6:00am on a Saturday that must mean we’re about 48 hours to show time.
I’ll apologize for the sound of my voice, right up front. Something about cleaning with bleach…….
The music, however, is outstanding!
As I write this it’s September 11th and I’m remembering the attacks of this day. What I keep foremost in my mind is that the attacks on the World Trade Center, Pentagon and the tragedy of Flight 93 were carried out by terrorists. It doesn’t matter what their supposed “faith” was. Plain and simple, they were terrorists.
I’ll not blame all of Islam for the actions of a few anymore than I’ll blame all Catholics for the years of bloodshed in Ireland. Nor will I blame all Evangelicals for the current actions of a few ignorant people who would put United States military personnel in harm’s way by their foolish actions.
We, as a country, need to stop and take a deep breath. Look at the people who are ranting and raving and ask ourselves one question. “Do we really believe these people have our best interests at heart?”
Okay, I’m off my soapbox.
Enjoy the show.
Friday, September 3, 2010
September 6, 2010
HAPPY LABOR DAY WEEKEND! (well, the end of it anyway)
It’s a special show with two listener birthdays, this week.
When FNST Radio first started one of our biggest boosters was a special lady from West Virginia. Carlene helped spread the word and offered many hours of encouragement. She’s been a great friend for the past 11 years and she’s a Magnificent Men fan.
Happy Birthday, Carlene!
Our other birthday listener hasn’t been around 11 years but she sure has helped spread the word about FNST Radio. Lesley has helped gain us listeners in Australia, New Zealand, The Philippines and a few other spots. Now, if she’ll get busy and finish her Ph.D. we can have a Doctor in our midst.
Happy Birthday, Lesley!
There’s really no way to thank you both for everything. May your days be special and I hope there are many, many more.
Oops! I'm bad and I didn't check the calander. There is one more listener birthday. Shirley Williams' has her special day this week, too.
Happy Birthday, Shirley!
As for this weeks’ show. Otis Redding, Dee Dee Sharp, Coastline, a new to FNST Radio Archie Bell song, Walter Jackson and the list goes on. I hope you enjoy the music.
Thank you for spending part of your day with FNST Radio.
It’s a special show with two listener birthdays, this week.
When FNST Radio first started one of our biggest boosters was a special lady from West Virginia. Carlene helped spread the word and offered many hours of encouragement. She’s been a great friend for the past 11 years and she’s a Magnificent Men fan.
Happy Birthday, Carlene!
Our other birthday listener hasn’t been around 11 years but she sure has helped spread the word about FNST Radio. Lesley has helped gain us listeners in Australia, New Zealand, The Philippines and a few other spots. Now, if she’ll get busy and finish her Ph.D. we can have a Doctor in our midst.
Happy Birthday, Lesley!
There’s really no way to thank you both for everything. May your days be special and I hope there are many, many more.
Oops! I'm bad and I didn't check the calander. There is one more listener birthday. Shirley Williams' has her special day this week, too.
Happy Birthday, Shirley!
As for this weeks’ show. Otis Redding, Dee Dee Sharp, Coastline, a new to FNST Radio Archie Bell song, Walter Jackson and the list goes on. I hope you enjoy the music.
Thank you for spending part of your day with FNST Radio.
Friday, August 27, 2010
August 30, 2010
Okay, somebody want to tell me where the past 8 months have gone? I can't believe that we'll be entering September, this week. Baseball is drawing to close, football is starting and I think I need to check on the rakes and snow blower. (this year I will plan ahead)
I have some great music on the show.
Garnett Mimms, Howard Tate, a new to FNST Tower Of Power, Stevie Wonder and more.
There are the requested artists, a little bit of R&B 501 and one of my favorite ballads to close the show. (Nope, you'll have to listen to find out)
As for current events............I don't know about y'all but I'm sick and tired of the old and lame trick of sowing hate and divisiveness. Isn't it about time this country stopped being influenced by fear?
I have some great music on the show.
Garnett Mimms, Howard Tate, a new to FNST Tower Of Power, Stevie Wonder and more.
There are the requested artists, a little bit of R&B 501 and one of my favorite ballads to close the show. (Nope, you'll have to listen to find out)
As for current events............I don't know about y'all but I'm sick and tired of the old and lame trick of sowing hate and divisiveness. Isn't it about time this country stopped being influenced by fear?
Thursday, August 19, 2010
August 23, 2010
The weather has turned a bit cooler. It won’t be long until I’m complaining about cold fingers, and that "s" word. There are only two months to my birthday and we always have flurries before then: One of the joys of living in northern "temperate" zones.
This week is loaded with great music. O’Jays, Steve Mancha, Sly Stewart like you’ve never heard him, Sea Cruz, a lot of other talented people and there’s even a tune by Arthur Prysock.
Our regular listeners have their requested artists and the birthday musicians are guaranteed to put a dip in your hip and a glide in your stride. All in all, it’s another fast two hours.
By the way, thank you for the compliments on last weeks’ "out of the box" show. Someone (Lesley) actually said the flow was great.
One other thing: I don’t normally comment on politics on this blog. It’s supposed to be about the music, after all. However, with the recent escalation in far right rhetoric and their attempted subversion of the Constitution and Bill Of Rights, I would urge all of you to check out the following. Listen to what Mr. Olbermann has to say and then think about the garbage coming from Faux News, Newt Gingrich, etc.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZpT2Muxoo0
Thank You for reading and listening.
Enjoy the show.
.
This week is loaded with great music. O’Jays, Steve Mancha, Sly Stewart like you’ve never heard him, Sea Cruz, a lot of other talented people and there’s even a tune by Arthur Prysock.
Our regular listeners have their requested artists and the birthday musicians are guaranteed to put a dip in your hip and a glide in your stride. All in all, it’s another fast two hours.
By the way, thank you for the compliments on last weeks’ "out of the box" show. Someone (Lesley) actually said the flow was great.
One other thing: I don’t normally comment on politics on this blog. It’s supposed to be about the music, after all. However, with the recent escalation in far right rhetoric and their attempted subversion of the Constitution and Bill Of Rights, I would urge all of you to check out the following. Listen to what Mr. Olbermann has to say and then think about the garbage coming from Faux News, Newt Gingrich, etc.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZpT2Muxoo0
Thank You for reading and listening.
Enjoy the show.
.
Saturday, August 14, 2010
August 16, 2010
A little bit "out of the box" for this show.
It's been 33 years since Elvis died.
That doesn't seem possible, does it?
Anyway, there are a few tunes from "The King" and I know that will make Crys, Barb and Ginger happy.
There is music from Jackie Wilson, Sam Cooke, Paul Craver, The Drifters and Alive N' Kickin' to name a few. We also have the listener requested artists and birthday guests, as usual.
It's a pretty good mix and a quick two hours. I hope you enjoy it.
It's been 33 years since Elvis died.
That doesn't seem possible, does it?
Anyway, there are a few tunes from "The King" and I know that will make Crys, Barb and Ginger happy.
There is music from Jackie Wilson, Sam Cooke, Paul Craver, The Drifters and Alive N' Kickin' to name a few. We also have the listener requested artists and birthday guests, as usual.
It's a pretty good mix and a quick two hours. I hope you enjoy it.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
In Memoriam - Calvin "Fuzz" Jones
August 10, 2010 the blues world lost one of its great sidemen when bassist Calvin "Fuzz" Jones passed away at age 84 in Southaven, Mississippi.
Jones is probably best known for the years he spent touring as part of Muddy Waters' band in the '70s and '80s, a group that included Bob Margolin, Pinetop Perkins, Willie "Big Eyes" Smith, James Cotton, among other great players. Jones also played with Elmore James, Howlin' Wolf, and Little Walter.Read more: http://blogcritics.org/music/article/calvin-fuzz-jones-longtime-muddy-waters/#ixzz0wI39tnRN
FNST Radio doesn't play a lot of blues but if you listen to as much music, in all genres, as we do then you knew who Calvin Jones was.
Jones is probably best known for the years he spent touring as part of Muddy Waters' band in the '70s and '80s, a group that included Bob Margolin, Pinetop Perkins, Willie "Big Eyes" Smith, James Cotton, among other great players. Jones also played with Elmore James, Howlin' Wolf, and Little Walter.Read more: http://blogcritics.org/music/article/calvin-fuzz-jones-longtime-muddy-waters/#ixzz0wI39tnRN
FNST Radio doesn't play a lot of blues but if you listen to as much music, in all genres, as we do then you knew who Calvin Jones was.
Sunday, August 8, 2010
August 9 2010
Y'know it never ceases to amaze me seeing the number of "hits" FNST Radio gets every week.
This blog gets read all over the world for many reasons. Some people pop in from a Google search of a performers' name, others seem to actually check back every week to see what's been updated.
As I look at the station logs and the records from here, it's cool to see the different places.
Now, if we had a few more people comment.......too much to ask huh?
Anyway, it's a pretty good show today. I hope y'all enjoy the music.
This blog gets read all over the world for many reasons. Some people pop in from a Google search of a performers' name, others seem to actually check back every week to see what's been updated.
As I look at the station logs and the records from here, it's cool to see the different places.
Now, if we had a few more people comment.......too much to ask huh?
Anyway, it's a pretty good show today. I hope y'all enjoy the music.
Friday, August 6, 2010
August 6, 2010
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SONNY SANDERS.
From Detroit's Ric-Tic Records to Chicago's Brunswick label and a lot of points inbetween Sonny left his mark on countless soul hits.
He worked with The Magnificent Men through most of their recording career and this is one of my all time favorites. Talk about showcasing vocal harmonies!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o2Y-4tiC9vs
From Detroit's Ric-Tic Records to Chicago's Brunswick label and a lot of points inbetween Sonny left his mark on countless soul hits.
He worked with The Magnificent Men through most of their recording career and this is one of my all time favorites. Talk about showcasing vocal harmonies!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o2Y-4tiC9vs
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
August 4, 2010
FNST is back up!
New pooter and a bigger hard drive.
(that means I can add even more puns)
Thank you, Techie Gnome
New pooter and a bigger hard drive.
(that means I can add even more puns)
Thank you, Techie Gnome
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Wednesday August 4, 2010
The station is down for service ie: new computer.
If all goes as planned it should be back on-line by early evening.
We thank you for your patience and for joining us.
If all goes as planned it should be back on-line by early evening.
We thank you for your patience and for joining us.
Friday, July 30, 2010
August 2, 2010
Can you believe we’re already in the eighth month already?
The waning days of summer are upon us and soon we’ll have a nip in the air. Of course our Southern Hemisphere listeners are eagerly awaiting spring’s arrival, lucky them.
This week’s show is kinda neat. I have a couple of R&B 101 bits for you and artists FNST Radio doesn’t normally play. There are the normal great tunes and requested songs by our regular listeners. By the way, we could use a few more of you. It’s easy, just tune in every week and drop us a note, once in awhile.
Enjoy the show and stop by often.
The waning days of summer are upon us and soon we’ll have a nip in the air. Of course our Southern Hemisphere listeners are eagerly awaiting spring’s arrival, lucky them.
This week’s show is kinda neat. I have a couple of R&B 101 bits for you and artists FNST Radio doesn’t normally play. There are the normal great tunes and requested songs by our regular listeners. By the way, we could use a few more of you. It’s easy, just tune in every week and drop us a note, once in awhile.
Enjoy the show and stop by often.
Friday, July 23, 2010
July 26, 2010
First of all:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CHI CHI !!
About this week's show. We have birthday guests including Brenton Wood, Dobie Gray and Robert Cray. Two cuts featuring the late Harvey Fuqua. There's also music from Chicago and The Carolinas and as always; requested artists from, you, the listeners.
This past week there have been listeners in Australia, Colorado, India, Great Britian, Texas, South Carolina, Pennsylvania, Finland, Michigan, Holland, Illinois and even New York. It's neat seeing where everybody is and having the map full of "pins". If I missed anybody, please comment.
I'm glad y'all are enjoying the music and some of you are even laughing at the jokes. (it's okay, you don't have to admit to it in public)
Meanwhile enjoy the show and the rest of FNST's music. See you next week.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CHI CHI !!
About this week's show. We have birthday guests including Brenton Wood, Dobie Gray and Robert Cray. Two cuts featuring the late Harvey Fuqua. There's also music from Chicago and The Carolinas and as always; requested artists from, you, the listeners.
This past week there have been listeners in Australia, Colorado, India, Great Britian, Texas, South Carolina, Pennsylvania, Finland, Michigan, Holland, Illinois and even New York. It's neat seeing where everybody is and having the map full of "pins". If I missed anybody, please comment.
I'm glad y'all are enjoying the music and some of you are even laughing at the jokes. (it's okay, you don't have to admit to it in public)
Meanwhile enjoy the show and the rest of FNST's music. See you next week.
Saturday, July 17, 2010
July 19, 2010
Another Monday show with the Wicked Pickett, The Bamboos, Santa Fe, Class Act, Vel Omar (formerly of The Olympics) and lots of others.
Birthday Artists, requested groups, a trip to the Carolina beaches, as always and no jokes by your humble and obedient servant. *I can hear those sighs of relief, btw*
Have a great week and enjoy the sunshine!
Birthday Artists, requested groups, a trip to the Carolina beaches, as always and no jokes by your humble and obedient servant. *I can hear those sighs of relief, btw*
Have a great week and enjoy the sunshine!
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Harvey Fuqua July 27, 1929 – July 6, 2010
If (and that's the operative word) you don't know the name Harvey Fuqua, you've missed a whole lot of music history for the past 55 years.
Mr Fuqua was an awesome talent as a singer, songwriter, record producer/executive and most importantly. as a man.
He co-wrote, with Alan Freed, the song "Sincerely". One of the founding members of "The Moonglows" he later replaced everybody and in the process introduced the world to a young Marvin Gaye. Later, as an executive with Motown, he brought The Spinners, Shorty Long and Tammi Terrell on board. It was at his suggestion that Tammi was paired with Marvin and we know that story.
Perhaps his most noteworthy accomplishment was in teaching the young men and women of Motown how to behave in public.
Mr. Fuqua was a legend in his own time and one of the true gentlemen of the music world.
They simply don't come any better.
Thank you, Mr. Fuqua.
Our prayers go to his family, friends and everyone who loves music.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
July 5, 2010
Yes, I know I'm early but there's lots going on, here. I'm trying to get rid of more stuff on Ebay, Craig's List, etc. and rebuild my vinyl cutter so I can actually get back to making signs.
This week's show is sort of special. First off there are two wedding anniversaries on the 5th of July. Duke and Shirley Williams celebrate 30 years and my parents would have partied for their 69th. So for Duke and Shirley there's a song by 'retha and George Benson plus for my mom and dad, The Mills Brothers. Let me tell you, those men wrote the book on group harmonies.
On July 6th, our friend Dan Wolfe (guitar player for Class Act featuring Rita) has to have a bit of surgery. He's had a rough go of it, the past couple of months, but this will be the start of feeling a lot better. I'm sure he'd appreciate hearing from you, through here or on FNST Radio's facebook page.
Enjoy the show and keep those cards and letters coming.
PD
This week's show is sort of special. First off there are two wedding anniversaries on the 5th of July. Duke and Shirley Williams celebrate 30 years and my parents would have partied for their 69th. So for Duke and Shirley there's a song by 'retha and George Benson plus for my mom and dad, The Mills Brothers. Let me tell you, those men wrote the book on group harmonies.
On July 6th, our friend Dan Wolfe (guitar player for Class Act featuring Rita) has to have a bit of surgery. He's had a rough go of it, the past couple of months, but this will be the start of feeling a lot better. I'm sure he'd appreciate hearing from you, through here or on FNST Radio's facebook page.
Enjoy the show and keep those cards and letters coming.
PD
Friday, June 25, 2010
June 28, 2010
I like this show! As we head into the "summer" holiday, in the US, there's beach music and soul. There's some interesting R&B 101 and even a couple of new tunes.
What helps, even more, is having listeners comment and send emails. It's taking far longer than I ever thought it would, but the listener base is growing. This past week FNST even made an inroad to New Zealand. Hi Jay, welcome to our corner of the universe.
As someone, who shall remain nameless, once said. "If you like us, tell your friends about us. If you don't like us, keep your mouth shut and let your friends find out for themselves." ROFL. Anyway, thanks to all of you who are spreading the word.
This week is Paul Williams, of The Temptations, birthday so there are a couple of tunes featuring the original lead voice of the Tempts and a great lead cut by Flo Ballard with The Supremes.
I think you'll like the rest of the show, as well.
In the meantime, I'd ask you to pray, just a little, for the people and environment being destroyed by corporate greed in the Gulf as well as those millions of people who have lost their unemployment benefits due to politics and positioning for the November elections. With 1 job available for every 6 people who are looking, it seems to me we should be thinking about how to keep a roof over people's heads and food on the table not grandstanding for the 24/7 news cycles. Just one man's opinion but I do vote.
Have a great week and a safe holiday.
PD
What helps, even more, is having listeners comment and send emails. It's taking far longer than I ever thought it would, but the listener base is growing. This past week FNST even made an inroad to New Zealand. Hi Jay, welcome to our corner of the universe.
As someone, who shall remain nameless, once said. "If you like us, tell your friends about us. If you don't like us, keep your mouth shut and let your friends find out for themselves." ROFL. Anyway, thanks to all of you who are spreading the word.
This week is Paul Williams, of The Temptations, birthday so there are a couple of tunes featuring the original lead voice of the Tempts and a great lead cut by Flo Ballard with The Supremes.
I think you'll like the rest of the show, as well.
In the meantime, I'd ask you to pray, just a little, for the people and environment being destroyed by corporate greed in the Gulf as well as those millions of people who have lost their unemployment benefits due to politics and positioning for the November elections. With 1 job available for every 6 people who are looking, it seems to me we should be thinking about how to keep a roof over people's heads and food on the table not grandstanding for the 24/7 news cycles. Just one man's opinion but I do vote.
Have a great week and a safe holiday.
PD
Thursday, June 17, 2010
June 21. 2010
Do I remember what this show is about? (this is what happens when you're doing 4 weeks at a time, birthdays, new music, bad puns, etc.)
Oh yeah! R&B 101 is in session for a couple of artists, The Dells and Eddie Floyd.
Anybody remember "Hey Leroy!" ? The cat's name is Jimmy Castor and what I didn't know is he'd been around for years. He's actually a sax player and did a great "breathy" solo on a song called "Rinky Dink". Pretty cool, huh?
There's my tribute to one of the all time dumba** military ventures. A bit of information on The Falcons and new tunes by Garland Green and British singer Ruby Turner.
Of course we'll visit the beach and a few other stops. All in all, I enjoyed putting the show together and I hope y'all like the 2 hours.
Has anybody else been trapped by the thing going on in the Gulf of Mexico? Try as I might, I can't stop watching. I'm angry. At BP for their endless lies and bad prep work but also at the people within the United States government who didn't do the job they were paid to do.
The news has been about the states along the Gulf but what about all the other countries exposed to this mess? I'm not sure we'll ever see the environment back as it was. Not in my lifetime, for sure. It's a fine mess we're leaving for our children and grandchildren.
We're getting close to the 4th of July long weekend. If you're going to be traveling, please be careful and stay safe.
Until next week. Take care of yourselves.................and each other.
PD
Oh yeah! R&B 101 is in session for a couple of artists, The Dells and Eddie Floyd.
Anybody remember "Hey Leroy!" ? The cat's name is Jimmy Castor and what I didn't know is he'd been around for years. He's actually a sax player and did a great "breathy" solo on a song called "Rinky Dink". Pretty cool, huh?
There's my tribute to one of the all time dumba** military ventures. A bit of information on The Falcons and new tunes by Garland Green and British singer Ruby Turner.
Of course we'll visit the beach and a few other stops. All in all, I enjoyed putting the show together and I hope y'all like the 2 hours.
Has anybody else been trapped by the thing going on in the Gulf of Mexico? Try as I might, I can't stop watching. I'm angry. At BP for their endless lies and bad prep work but also at the people within the United States government who didn't do the job they were paid to do.
The news has been about the states along the Gulf but what about all the other countries exposed to this mess? I'm not sure we'll ever see the environment back as it was. Not in my lifetime, for sure. It's a fine mess we're leaving for our children and grandchildren.
We're getting close to the 4th of July long weekend. If you're going to be traveling, please be careful and stay safe.
Until next week. Take care of yourselves.................and each other.
PD
Friday, June 11, 2010
June 14 2010
Marvin Isley (August 18, 1953 – June 6, 2010)
Not the greatest way to start another entry for FNST Radio.
Loss seems to come in like a wave and this year it's been a big one.
Last week's show provoked a lot of comment and I have to say it was nice actually getting notes from listeners. I listened to the show, not something I normally do, and was damn near blown away. If I could do that well every week I'd start trying to land a real radio job! Of course finding a program director who'd let me play all this stuff would be difficult. I can hear it now.
"What are you doing? That's not commercial! How are we going to sell air time with this?"
FNST Radio isn't commercial. We don't have to answer to sponsors or chart companies. Our responsibility is to present great music in a format that allows the listener to enjoy the songs.
If my input about the artists and some personal memories can add to someone's understanding and pleasure that's even better.
Enjoy this week's show with The O'Jays, Gladys Knight, CWB, The Magnificent Men, Rhonda McDaniel and many more. It's what we're all about.
PD
Not the greatest way to start another entry for FNST Radio.
Loss seems to come in like a wave and this year it's been a big one.
Last week's show provoked a lot of comment and I have to say it was nice actually getting notes from listeners. I listened to the show, not something I normally do, and was damn near blown away. If I could do that well every week I'd start trying to land a real radio job! Of course finding a program director who'd let me play all this stuff would be difficult. I can hear it now.
"What are you doing? That's not commercial! How are we going to sell air time with this?"
FNST Radio isn't commercial. We don't have to answer to sponsors or chart companies. Our responsibility is to present great music in a format that allows the listener to enjoy the songs.
If my input about the artists and some personal memories can add to someone's understanding and pleasure that's even better.
Enjoy this week's show with The O'Jays, Gladys Knight, CWB, The Magnificent Men, Rhonda McDaniel and many more. It's what we're all about.
PD
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
June 7, 2010
I'm early! The show is done and it's kinda heavy on the music of the Windy City.
Understandable, since this is Jackie Wilson's birthday week and he was always one of my favorite singers. (stick around to the end of the show and listen to the closing) The man's range was simply unbelievable.
Congratulations to our friend, Rhonda McDaniel, for hitting #1 on the Cashbox Beach Music charts on May 31st. I had a feeling "Touching In The Dark" was gonna be a smash the first time I heard it.
Meanwhile, Craig Woolard's "Your Love Is Amazing" is at #6 and still climbing.
I think you'll like the music and I hope we get you dancin' and boppin' in the chair.
Understandable, since this is Jackie Wilson's birthday week and he was always one of my favorite singers. (stick around to the end of the show and listen to the closing) The man's range was simply unbelievable.
Congratulations to our friend, Rhonda McDaniel, for hitting #1 on the Cashbox Beach Music charts on May 31st. I had a feeling "Touching In The Dark" was gonna be a smash the first time I heard it.
Meanwhile, Craig Woolard's "Your Love Is Amazing" is at #6 and still climbing.
I think you'll like the music and I hope we get you dancin' and boppin' in the chair.
Monday, May 31, 2010
Ollie Woodson May 30, 2010
DETROIT — Ali-Ollie Woodson, who led the legendary Motown quintet The Temptations in the 1980s and '90s and restored them to their hit-making glory with songs like "Treat Her Like A Lady," has died. He was 58.
Motown Alumni Association President Billy Wilson says Woodson died Sunday in southern California after battling cancer. He says Woodson's wife, Juanita, told him about the death.
Woodson wasn't an original member of The Temptations but helped keep them from becoming a nostalgia act.
Woodson joined the group after it produced classic hits in the 1960s and '70s that included "Papa Was a Rolling Stone," "My Girl" and "I Wish It Would Rain."
But his fiery voice helped the group notch "Treat Her Like a Lady" and other R&B hits from 1984 to 1986.
Motown Alumni Association President Billy Wilson says Woodson died Sunday in southern California after battling cancer. He says Woodson's wife, Juanita, told him about the death.
Woodson wasn't an original member of The Temptations but helped keep them from becoming a nostalgia act.
Woodson joined the group after it produced classic hits in the 1960s and '70s that included "Papa Was a Rolling Stone," "My Girl" and "I Wish It Would Rain."
But his fiery voice helped the group notch "Treat Her Like a Lady" and other R&B hits from 1984 to 1986.
Saturday, May 29, 2010
May 31, 2010 Memorial Day
Thank you to all the vets who fought and continue to fight, so we may have the freedom to disagree openly. God bless those who gave the ultimate sacrifice and comfort the loved ones left behind.
It's not about right or wrong wars. It's about honoring those who served and died.
Enjoy the music and please take the time to remember all the men and women who have helped protect our freedoms.
It's not about right or wrong wars. It's about honoring those who served and died.
Enjoy the music and please take the time to remember all the men and women who have helped protect our freedoms.
Friday, May 21, 2010
May 24, 2010
If I simply say Patti Labelle, Sarah Dash and Gladys Knight, does it give you a hint about this show? Some real great birthday guests. Now if I add in, birthday boy, Dave Stewart of Class Act and Class of 60 Somethin' and a Paul Williams tribute, the music keeps on climbing.
I hope everybody has a good week and y'all keep the music playin'.
PD
P.S. Congratulations to Rhonda McDaniel for being at #2 on Cashbox's Beach Music Chart and to Craig Woolard for moving up to #8. Way to go!!
I hope everybody has a good week and y'all keep the music playin'.
PD
P.S. Congratulations to Rhonda McDaniel for being at #2 on Cashbox's Beach Music Chart and to Craig Woolard for moving up to #8. Way to go!!
Friday, May 14, 2010
May 17, 2010
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Dan Wolfe !
His birthday is actually Sunday, May 16th but this is as close as I can get.
For those of you who don't know, Dan is the guitar player for Class Act featuring Rita and has been for 25 years.
Now, staying with any group that long is a major accomplishment but think about this.
For 25 years he's been suffering through Bob's jokes!
I hope you enjoy this week's show. In truth, the weeks are flying by so fast I'm having trouble remembering what's on the shows. Maybe that's just a sign I'm getting old?
His birthday is actually Sunday, May 16th but this is as close as I can get.
For those of you who don't know, Dan is the guitar player for Class Act featuring Rita and has been for 25 years.
Now, staying with any group that long is a major accomplishment but think about this.
For 25 years he's been suffering through Bob's jokes!
I hope you enjoy this week's show. In truth, the weeks are flying by so fast I'm having trouble remembering what's on the shows. Maybe that's just a sign I'm getting old?
Monday, May 10, 2010
Lena Horne
Passed May 9, 2010There aren't enough words in my vocabulary to
express the admiration I felt for this talented woman.
Singer, actress and civil rights advocate, at a time when it cost
her money out of her own pocket.
Lena Horne was a national treasure. Thankfully, we have her films and records with us, forever.
Thank you, Ms Horne for the music and memories.
"Don't know why, there's no sun up in the sky.......stormy weather........"
Saturday, May 8, 2010
May 10, 2010
Okay, let me see what's going on.
First of all, we're up to 70 members on the FNST Radio FaceBook page.
I think this is really neat considering it's all been by word of mouth.
A special hug and "thank you" to Ginger for her constant effort to let people
know about us.
I bought some "new" music this past week and will be working selected cuts into the shows.
Stuff I really like and I hope y'all enjoy it, as well. More unissued cuts by Walter Jackson;
a few really nice tunes by Billy Butler and a song you can hear, this week, by James Crawford.
Birthday artists for this week's show include Stevie Wonder, Burt Bacharach and Norman Whitfield so you know the music will be great.
The requests are loaded. 'retha, Miss Knight, The Mag Men and even a Commodores hit.
There are even a couple of tunes in there just for me. *grin* I'll let you try and figure which ones.
I'll leave you with one final thought:
As people grow older, they tell worse puns......it's why we're called groan-ups
First of all, we're up to 70 members on the FNST Radio FaceBook page.
I think this is really neat considering it's all been by word of mouth.
A special hug and "thank you" to Ginger for her constant effort to let people
know about us.
I bought some "new" music this past week and will be working selected cuts into the shows.
Stuff I really like and I hope y'all enjoy it, as well. More unissued cuts by Walter Jackson;
a few really nice tunes by Billy Butler and a song you can hear, this week, by James Crawford.
Birthday artists for this week's show include Stevie Wonder, Burt Bacharach and Norman Whitfield so you know the music will be great.
The requests are loaded. 'retha, Miss Knight, The Mag Men and even a Commodores hit.
There are even a couple of tunes in there just for me. *grin* I'll let you try and figure which ones.
I'll leave you with one final thought:
As people grow older, they tell worse puns......it's why we're called groan-ups
Thursday, April 29, 2010
May 3, 2010
It's only Thursday evening, April 29th as I write this but I'm "home".
Central Pennsylvania has always been home and no matter where else
my life may take me, this is where my "soul" seems to be.
Last night I had the pleasure of listening to the rehearsal for part of the
Class Of 60 Somethin' . Once again, I'm astounded by the amount of hard work
that goes into a twice yearly show. (I'd forgotten how hard practice can be but not how
rewarding the result is)
This afternoon I wandered around for a little while. Exploring some of the places
of my youth. Thomasville Airport, formerly the home of York US 30 Drag Strip,
The Shady Dell, where I saw The DellChords, and the old 615 Musical Lounge.
Heck, I even drove past White Oak Park where so many Battle Of The Bands happened.
The high point was spending a couple of hours with "the Professor" himself: Dave Bupp.
To be able to sit down.... talk, laugh and learn. I love picking Dave's brain about music.
There always seems to be more to learn. A special thanks to Wanda for her hospitality.
Oh, about Monday's show. Honestly, I don't remember a lot about it.
Guess y'all have to listen and tell me. How's that for a deal?
I do know one thing.......Al, there ain't no Bachman Turner Overdrive. LOL
Have you told anyone about FNST Radio, this past week?
Sure would be nice if you spread the word.
Until, the May 10th show, which is going to be great, take care of yourselves
and each other.
.
Central Pennsylvania has always been home and no matter where else
my life may take me, this is where my "soul" seems to be.
Last night I had the pleasure of listening to the rehearsal for part of the
Class Of 60 Somethin' . Once again, I'm astounded by the amount of hard work
that goes into a twice yearly show. (I'd forgotten how hard practice can be but not how
rewarding the result is)
This afternoon I wandered around for a little while. Exploring some of the places
of my youth. Thomasville Airport, formerly the home of York US 30 Drag Strip,
The Shady Dell, where I saw The DellChords, and the old 615 Musical Lounge.
Heck, I even drove past White Oak Park where so many Battle Of The Bands happened.
The high point was spending a couple of hours with "the Professor" himself: Dave Bupp.
To be able to sit down.... talk, laugh and learn. I love picking Dave's brain about music.
There always seems to be more to learn. A special thanks to Wanda for her hospitality.
Oh, about Monday's show. Honestly, I don't remember a lot about it.
Guess y'all have to listen and tell me. How's that for a deal?
I do know one thing.......Al, there ain't no Bachman Turner Overdrive. LOL
Have you told anyone about FNST Radio, this past week?
Sure would be nice if you spread the word.
Until, the May 10th show, which is going to be great, take care of yourselves
and each other.
.
Thursday, April 22, 2010
April 26, 2010
The show is done! Early, early because I have to finish May 3rd's thing before I leave for Central Pennsylvania.
There's some good music this week and I had fun putting it together. You get to hear early Wilson Pickett, Ray Parker Jr., 'retha and Miss Knight, of course.
We have Class of 60 Somethin' because I'm headed "home" and a special tune from Walter Jackson. I even put some beach music in for those of us who need our sun and sand fix.
I hope everybody stays with FNST over the next month or so. There are a few special birthday guests coming along. Some super talented people who have provided us with great music and even better memories. I know I'm looking forward to putting the shows together.
Anyway, it's time to deliver a show, run some errands and cut the lawn. *sneezing at the thought* Have a great week and remember:
Be good to yourselves..........and each other.
There's some good music this week and I had fun putting it together. You get to hear early Wilson Pickett, Ray Parker Jr., 'retha and Miss Knight, of course.
We have Class of 60 Somethin' because I'm headed "home" and a special tune from Walter Jackson. I even put some beach music in for those of us who need our sun and sand fix.
I hope everybody stays with FNST over the next month or so. There are a few special birthday guests coming along. Some super talented people who have provided us with great music and even better memories. I know I'm looking forward to putting the shows together.
Anyway, it's time to deliver a show, run some errands and cut the lawn. *sneezing at the thought* Have a great week and remember:
Be good to yourselves..........and each other.
Friday, April 16, 2010
April 19, 2010
Wow, this has been a busy week. I have this week's show done, early. April 26th's show is half complete and May 3rd has music set up and ready for scripting.
In addititon to the neat stuff, I got the lawn cut for the first time this year (my allergies are in full bloom) and made a trip out to the marina to get a boat ready to letter. The design is in my head and it'll be quick work on the computer to lay everything out. I actually wrote down all the measurements. Sometimes, I can be efficient. sorta, kinda
There's some new music, this week. Sharon Jones has a new cd out and there's an instrumental cut featured. I found some "new" oldies in the vault and the usual favorites. All in all a fast two hours and fun to do.
I made copies of the April 5th special show. If you requested one, I'll have them in the mail shortly. (I have to run them through the label printer first.)
I hope everyone is enjoying spring or if you're down under, it's a lovely autumn.
Only 12 days until the Party!!! (if you read this on Monday)
PD
In addititon to the neat stuff, I got the lawn cut for the first time this year (my allergies are in full bloom) and made a trip out to the marina to get a boat ready to letter. The design is in my head and it'll be quick work on the computer to lay everything out. I actually wrote down all the measurements. Sometimes, I can be efficient. sorta, kinda
There's some new music, this week. Sharon Jones has a new cd out and there's an instrumental cut featured. I found some "new" oldies in the vault and the usual favorites. All in all a fast two hours and fun to do.
I made copies of the April 5th special show. If you requested one, I'll have them in the mail shortly. (I have to run them through the label printer first.)
I hope everyone is enjoying spring or if you're down under, it's a lovely autumn.
Only 12 days until the Party!!! (if you read this on Monday)
PD
Thursday, April 8, 2010
April 12, 2010
Wow, it’s been a busy week.
The response to last week’s show was great.
Thank you, to everybody who commented on the blog, facebook,
on messenger and even the phone. I’m glad it went over so well.
(I even figured out how to put it all on a CD)
This week, I have 2 weeks of birthdays to catch up on so there’s lots
of music and very little of me.
This isn’t a bad thing because my allergies are working overtime.
Unfortunately, my voice isn’t happy with that plan.
The countdown is on for May 1st and The Class of 60 Somethin’ Party.
York, Pennsylvania at the fairgrounds.
I can’t wait. It’ll be good to be home and do some catching up.
If you’re going to be there be sure to find me and say "Hello".
I’ll be around the bar nearest the dressing room/backstage area.
Ever wish you could win the lottery and just travel? I know where my trips would be. Las Vegas to see Santa Fe, Australia to hear The Bamboos and the Carolina’s to catch up with all the great bands doing beach music. After that, look for me at the bar in Rundown’s.
Have a great week, everybody. Take care of yourselves and each other.
PD
The response to last week’s show was great.
Thank you, to everybody who commented on the blog, facebook,
on messenger and even the phone. I’m glad it went over so well.
(I even figured out how to put it all on a CD)
This week, I have 2 weeks of birthdays to catch up on so there’s lots
of music and very little of me.
This isn’t a bad thing because my allergies are working overtime.
Unfortunately, my voice isn’t happy with that plan.
The countdown is on for May 1st and The Class of 60 Somethin’ Party.
York, Pennsylvania at the fairgrounds.
I can’t wait. It’ll be good to be home and do some catching up.
If you’re going to be there be sure to find me and say "Hello".
I’ll be around the bar nearest the dressing room/backstage area.
Ever wish you could win the lottery and just travel? I know where my trips would be. Las Vegas to see Santa Fe, Australia to hear The Bamboos and the Carolina’s to catch up with all the great bands doing beach music. After that, look for me at the bar in Rundown’s.
Have a great week, everybody. Take care of yourselves and each other.
PD
Friday, April 2, 2010
April 5. 2010 SPECIAL SHOW!
Today's show is truly a labor of love on my part and that of a few other people.
Let me explain, just a bit.
April 3rd is Rita Angelucci's birthday and April 5th is Dave Bupp's.
I've been very priviledged to hear many talented singers.
Two of the best I get to call "friend".
I've had the pleasure of knowing and listening to Dave since 1962.
His voice could blow me away then and it still did right up until he retired in 2008.
Now that's a long time to be impressed by anybody, even if he is a friend.
Many years ago, Buddy King described Dave in the best term I'd heard.
"There are singers and then there are "singers", he said.
It wasn't until years later I learned the term "song stylist" and realized who it fit.
Dave Bupp is a song stylist. He can take any song and when he's done, he owns it.
Today, I get to play some of my favorite tunes from "the professor".
There aren't enough words in my vocabulary to describe Rita Angelucci.
She has one of the greatest voices in soul music and I've been amazed at her power and range since she was 17 years old. (that isn't that long ago.....well it doesn't see like it, to me)
Whether covering 'retha or singing "Ave Maria" at a wedding, Ri is always on the money.
There's a rumor afoot that Class Act featuring Rita may go back into the recording studio.
I certainly hope it's true because the world needs to hear more of central Pennsylvania's best kept secret.
Oh, one other thing. Did I mention she's also one of the nicest ladies I've ever known?
I need to thank a few people for their help with this show. RJ, Barb from Glimmerjewels.com, Lesley (our loyal listener in Melbourne Australia), Ginger (FNST's promotional manager and we wish we could pay her), Daddy C, Chuck Ronemus and Butch Halpin for their help in providing vocal drop-ins. I asked and y'all came through as friends do. Thank you.
04/03 @ 1:29pm OOPS!
I finished this and realized I forgot to thank my youtube friend, in North Carolina.
Thank you, David Payne.
The comment section is open. If you'd like to leave birthday wishes we'll make sure Dave and Ri see them.
as Daddy C so aptly put it:
"Happy Birthday Rita and Dave!"
Let me explain, just a bit.
April 3rd is Rita Angelucci's birthday and April 5th is Dave Bupp's.
I've been very priviledged to hear many talented singers.
Two of the best I get to call "friend".
I've had the pleasure of knowing and listening to Dave since 1962.
His voice could blow me away then and it still did right up until he retired in 2008.
Now that's a long time to be impressed by anybody, even if he is a friend.
Many years ago, Buddy King described Dave in the best term I'd heard.
"There are singers and then there are "singers", he said.
It wasn't until years later I learned the term "song stylist" and realized who it fit.
Dave Bupp is a song stylist. He can take any song and when he's done, he owns it.
Today, I get to play some of my favorite tunes from "the professor".
There aren't enough words in my vocabulary to describe Rita Angelucci.
She has one of the greatest voices in soul music and I've been amazed at her power and range since she was 17 years old. (that isn't that long ago.....well it doesn't see like it, to me)
Whether covering 'retha or singing "Ave Maria" at a wedding, Ri is always on the money.
There's a rumor afoot that Class Act featuring Rita may go back into the recording studio.
I certainly hope it's true because the world needs to hear more of central Pennsylvania's best kept secret.
Oh, one other thing. Did I mention she's also one of the nicest ladies I've ever known?
I need to thank a few people for their help with this show. RJ, Barb from Glimmerjewels.com, Lesley (our loyal listener in Melbourne Australia), Ginger (FNST's promotional manager and we wish we could pay her), Daddy C, Chuck Ronemus and Butch Halpin for their help in providing vocal drop-ins. I asked and y'all came through as friends do. Thank you.
04/03 @ 1:29pm OOPS!
I finished this and realized I forgot to thank my youtube friend, in North Carolina.
Thank you, David Payne.
The comment section is open. If you'd like to leave birthday wishes we'll make sure Dave and Ri see them.
as Daddy C so aptly put it:
"Happy Birthday Rita and Dave!"
Friday, March 26, 2010
March 26, 2010 Johnny Maestro
1939 - 2010
The music world has lost another of it's great talents. Johnny Maestro had one of the purist voices I've ever heard.
It's tough to lose someone you'd met and was a childhood hero. Johnny seemed like he'd always been around from the days I first became really infatuated with music. I knew he'd been ill but somehow you don't allow your mind to encompass the idea that there's a finality involved.
May the good Lord bless and keep you, Johnny. Thank you for the music and memories.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
TIME ZONES ----ARRRGH!
Hi there!
As many of you know, FNST has added a 4th time slot for Monday show's.
Now I can't even keep these things straight. I do pretty well with Great Britain, 5 hours ahead of us. The Netherlands and Paris, France are 6 hours ahead. I know the "left coast" is 3 hours behind me and after that, I get lost.
However, using this neat little site:
http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/personal.html
I get to figure out what time any of the Monday shows will air, anyplace in the world.
It's easy. Just pick an eastern United States city, Washington, D.C. works, and choose either
4:00am, 3:00pm, 8:00pm or 11:00pm.
Next pick the country/city you live in and click select for the result.
I know, as of today with Australia's daylight savings time still in effect, that the 4:00am show airs at 7:00pm in Melbourne and 8:00pm in Perth.
Confused?
As many of you know, FNST has added a 4th time slot for Monday show's.
Now I can't even keep these things straight. I do pretty well with Great Britain, 5 hours ahead of us. The Netherlands and Paris, France are 6 hours ahead. I know the "left coast" is 3 hours behind me and after that, I get lost.
However, using this neat little site:
http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/personal.html
I get to figure out what time any of the Monday shows will air, anyplace in the world.
It's easy. Just pick an eastern United States city, Washington, D.C. works, and choose either
4:00am, 3:00pm, 8:00pm or 11:00pm.
Next pick the country/city you live in and click select for the result.
I know, as of today with Australia's daylight savings time still in effect, that the 4:00am show airs at 7:00pm in Melbourne and 8:00pm in Perth.
Confused?
Friday, March 19, 2010
March 22, 2010
SPRING!!
Okay, not really, since it's actually 6:53 am on March 19th, as I write this.
We've had three days of great weather; sunshine, blue skies and temps above 50 degrees.
After our long winter (it began with snow on October 15th) it's almost heaven.
Great show this week. I like it, anyway.
There are tunes for Chi Chi, Duke, Shirley, Lesley and PJ.
Even a couple thrown in just for me.
The first commercial for Class Of 60 Somethin's May 1st party is already airing and
there's a new tune by The Bamboos featuring Kylie Auldist. Their new CD is supposed to be
released today, in fact.
In two weeks, April 5th, there's a special Monday show. If you'd like to know more, or participate, please drop me an e-mail and I'll fill you in. This truly is a listener assisted show.
Meanwhile, do you like good music? Sweet Soul Music?
Okay, not really, since it's actually 6:53 am on March 19th, as I write this.
We've had three days of great weather; sunshine, blue skies and temps above 50 degrees.
After our long winter (it began with snow on October 15th) it's almost heaven.
Great show this week. I like it, anyway.
There are tunes for Chi Chi, Duke, Shirley, Lesley and PJ.
Even a couple thrown in just for me.
The first commercial for Class Of 60 Somethin's May 1st party is already airing and
there's a new tune by The Bamboos featuring Kylie Auldist. Their new CD is supposed to be
released today, in fact.
In two weeks, April 5th, there's a special Monday show. If you'd like to know more, or participate, please drop me an e-mail and I'll fill you in. This truly is a listener assisted show.
Meanwhile, do you like good music? Sweet Soul Music?
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
March 15, 2009
Hey, y'all, have I got a neat show this week.
First of all there are great birthday artists including Sly Stone, Walter Jackson and Nat Cole.
There are some terrific tunes requested by our listeners.
I've done a bit of R&B 101 for you. It's interesting.
Oh, and we have the very first DiNozzo Award. You know the headslap thing from N.C.I.S.?
This recipient is very deserving.........
On the 5th of April (corrected date) I have a special show. It's going to feature my two favorite vocalists, a couple of people I've know for many years. More on this next week, but I know you'll enjoy it.
Have you made plans for May 1st? Class of 60 Somethin's annual spring party is in York, Pennsylvania. If you want more information, contact me.
Have a good week.
First of all there are great birthday artists including Sly Stone, Walter Jackson and Nat Cole.
There are some terrific tunes requested by our listeners.
I've done a bit of R&B 101 for you. It's interesting.
Oh, and we have the very first DiNozzo Award. You know the headslap thing from N.C.I.S.?
This recipient is very deserving.........
On the 5th of April (corrected date) I have a special show. It's going to feature my two favorite vocalists, a couple of people I've know for many years. More on this next week, but I know you'll enjoy it.
Have you made plans for May 1st? Class of 60 Somethin's annual spring party is in York, Pennsylvania. If you want more information, contact me.
Have a good week.
Saturday, March 6, 2010
March 8, 2009
Ron Banks of The Dramatics1951 - 2010
This is where I'm supposed to talk about the show and all kinds of great stuff.
I don't really feel like it.
Losing Teddy and now Ron Banks, doesn't make make it easy to be upbeat.
In fact, it flat out stinks.
The show was already done when news of Ron's passing hit the wires.
Part of the March 15th show will be dedicated to The Dramatics and Ron's memory.
Meanwhile, my prayers go out to Ron's wife and children.
However, The Dramatics carried on with shows this past weekend and so does FNST Radio.
This week celebrates birthdays for a very talented group of people. Quincy Jones, Al Jarreau and a friend of mine for more than 40 years: Tom Pane of The Magnificent Men.
I, also, get to welcome new listeners in the Phillipines and Melbourne, Australia.
Hopefully, they enjoy the music and spread the word about this little project.
There's some new music to be added to the playlist (the techie gnome is gonna love me),
some old favorites and several requests. Did I mention I love requests? I do, really.
Have a good week, take care of yourselves and each other.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
March 1, 2010
Somewhere in that pile is my car!
I really dislike snow, especially heavy, wet, snow.
It's been a busy weekend. I have muscles aching from the snow blower.
Muscles I'd forgotten I owned.
The show is pretty neat....several b'days and some great music.
I can even stand the sound of me.....almost.
Oh, and a very special birthday wish to a wonderful young lady.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MEG!
Friday, February 19, 2010
February 22, 2010
HODGEPODGE
Function: noun
Etymology: alteration of hotchpotch
Date: 15th Century
: A heterogeneous mixture, a jumble, i.e.: A hodgepodge of styles
That kind of describes tonight’s show. Not that it doesn’t have a certain flow.
It has the same flow all good music does.
There aren’t a lot of birthday guests for this show. This means I get to wander around in the vault and play some old favorites, some tunes you may not have heard before and stretch the music horizon, just a bit.
I have some be-bop, a bit of blues, beach music and sweet soul. Now, some of this stuff will go back in the vault and may never be played on FNST, again. That’s the joy of the weekly Monday show. It always has one or two surprises.
This week has been a bit slow for listeners, but we did pick up a couple of new members on the facebook page, which is always good news. If anyone is having problems getting the station please drop me a note. We’ll try and talk you through the set up.
Next week is March 1st! Warmer weather is on the way………yippee ki yi yay!!!!
Function: noun
Etymology: alteration of hotchpotch
Date: 15th Century
: A heterogeneous mixture, a jumble, i.e.: A hodgepodge of styles
That kind of describes tonight’s show. Not that it doesn’t have a certain flow.
It has the same flow all good music does.
There aren’t a lot of birthday guests for this show. This means I get to wander around in the vault and play some old favorites, some tunes you may not have heard before and stretch the music horizon, just a bit.
I have some be-bop, a bit of blues, beach music and sweet soul. Now, some of this stuff will go back in the vault and may never be played on FNST, again. That’s the joy of the weekly Monday show. It always has one or two surprises.
This week has been a bit slow for listeners, but we did pick up a couple of new members on the facebook page, which is always good news. If anyone is having problems getting the station please drop me a note. We’ll try and talk you through the set up.
Next week is March 1st! Warmer weather is on the way………yippee ki yi yay!!!!
Sunday, February 14, 2010
February 15, 2009
What the original palm pilot was for.........far more important than crib notes for a political speech.
Enjoy the show
Saturday, February 6, 2010
February 8 2010
Let me see...........couple of things, this week.
First, welcome to the new members of FNST's facebook page. It's great to see everybody and be able to put faces with the listener ISP's.
This week we had people groovin' on FNST in England, Peru, Holland, Saudi Arabia and Australia. Now, when you add in the States and Canada, this is just neat.
Speaking of Holland, my friend George turned me on to a couple of Dutch artists.
Gare Du Nord is jazzy and just cooks. Kim Hoorweg is a 16 year old with far more soul than one would think possible in a girl surrounded by windmills and tulips.
I think you'll enjoy both songs on this show.
For those of you who spend hours on youtube, there's someone you should stop by and say hello to. "themagmen" hasn't posted any music, I think the rest of us have posted most of the recordings. Look him up and thank Dave Bupp for the hours of music he and the rest of the guys have given us. It's not every day we get to say thank you, to the artist, directly.
Enjoy the show and Happy Valentine's Day a wee bit early
First, welcome to the new members of FNST's facebook page. It's great to see everybody and be able to put faces with the listener ISP's.
This week we had people groovin' on FNST in England, Peru, Holland, Saudi Arabia and Australia. Now, when you add in the States and Canada, this is just neat.
Speaking of Holland, my friend George turned me on to a couple of Dutch artists.
Gare Du Nord is jazzy and just cooks. Kim Hoorweg is a 16 year old with far more soul than one would think possible in a girl surrounded by windmills and tulips.
I think you'll enjoy both songs on this show.
For those of you who spend hours on youtube, there's someone you should stop by and say hello to. "themagmen" hasn't posted any music, I think the rest of us have posted most of the recordings. Look him up and thank Dave Bupp for the hours of music he and the rest of the guys have given us. It's not every day we get to say thank you, to the artist, directly.
Enjoy the show and Happy Valentine's Day a wee bit early
Saturday, January 30, 2010
February 1, 2010
Y'all know what an earworm is?
That tune you get stuck in your head, sometimes for days?
I've had one since Friday morning. Now, it's not a bad thing.
As earworms go, this beats hell out of "Sugar Sugar" or "It's A Small World".
The tune is "Here I'll Stay".
When I was about 14 my mother bought me a Christmas present.
Bobby Darin's "For Teenagers Only".
I think she was tired of the Do-Wop and R&B I insisted on buying.
Anyway, there were two songs on that album I enjoyed.
"Lucky Old Sun" and "Here I'll Stay".
I just searched Rhapsody and while Sammy Davis, Dean Martin and even Gerry Mulligan covered the tune, my definitive version is still Bobby Darin's.
Relax, I'm not going to play it......just thought I share a thought.
This week has one special birthday. A man I've known for over 45 years, Buddy King. Except for Eddie Kendrick, I admired Buddy's falsetto
more than anyones'. His strong leads and great backup singing helped make The Magnificent Men the multifaceted group they were. Even today his mid range is so damn powerful it's amazing. Buddy is also a good song writer. I rate a couple of his songs in my all time favorites.
There are a couple of requests (I wish there were more), a few "new to the station" songs and the usual suspects. Enjoy the show and if you happen to see Buddy, wish him a happy birthday on Tuesday.
That tune you get stuck in your head, sometimes for days?
I've had one since Friday morning. Now, it's not a bad thing.
As earworms go, this beats hell out of "Sugar Sugar" or "It's A Small World".
The tune is "Here I'll Stay".
When I was about 14 my mother bought me a Christmas present.
Bobby Darin's "For Teenagers Only".
I think she was tired of the Do-Wop and R&B I insisted on buying.
Anyway, there were two songs on that album I enjoyed.
"Lucky Old Sun" and "Here I'll Stay".
I just searched Rhapsody and while Sammy Davis, Dean Martin and even Gerry Mulligan covered the tune, my definitive version is still Bobby Darin's.
Relax, I'm not going to play it......just thought I share a thought.
This week has one special birthday. A man I've known for over 45 years, Buddy King. Except for Eddie Kendrick, I admired Buddy's falsetto
more than anyones'. His strong leads and great backup singing helped make The Magnificent Men the multifaceted group they were. Even today his mid range is so damn powerful it's amazing. Buddy is also a good song writer. I rate a couple of his songs in my all time favorites.
There are a couple of requests (I wish there were more), a few "new to the station" songs and the usual suspects. Enjoy the show and if you happen to see Buddy, wish him a happy birthday on Tuesday.
Saturday, January 23, 2010
January 25, 2009
Okay, I'm supposed to write something about todays show.
I like it. There's a bunch of songs and very little of me.
This, automatically, makes it a good show.
A few of our listeners get mentioned. Chi Chi, Duke, Ginger and Grace. There are a couple of "new" tunes and, as always, the birthday guests. Yes, PJ, there are horns..........
I don't plug products on this page, normally.
I will plug the music and artists we play, of course.
Today is an exception.
I'm curious, what type of speakers you're using to listen to FNST Radio? If you are using the factory "built-ins" for either a desk top or laptop, man, are you missing out.
I have a pair of speakers I actually bought for my laptop.
"Traveling Speakers" if you will. They go on every road trip. They're Bose Companion 2's and for my money, there is nothing out there that will compete in the price range. List price is $99.00 but if you have a BJ's or Sam's Club near you, it'll be cheaper. You can also do the Google/Amazon thing and shop around. I promise you won't be sorry purchasing these, unlike the 5 or 6 other sets of speakers I have lying around the shop......
Next week begins the shortest and cruelest month. Be grateful February only has 28 days. Three more days of that cold and snow would drive me crazy.
Enjoy the show, and I'll see you next week.
I like it. There's a bunch of songs and very little of me.
This, automatically, makes it a good show.
A few of our listeners get mentioned. Chi Chi, Duke, Ginger and Grace. There are a couple of "new" tunes and, as always, the birthday guests. Yes, PJ, there are horns..........
I don't plug products on this page, normally.
I will plug the music and artists we play, of course.
Today is an exception.
I'm curious, what type of speakers you're using to listen to FNST Radio? If you are using the factory "built-ins" for either a desk top or laptop, man, are you missing out.
I have a pair of speakers I actually bought for my laptop.
"Traveling Speakers" if you will. They go on every road trip. They're Bose Companion 2's and for my money, there is nothing out there that will compete in the price range. List price is $99.00 but if you have a BJ's or Sam's Club near you, it'll be cheaper. You can also do the Google/Amazon thing and shop around. I promise you won't be sorry purchasing these, unlike the 5 or 6 other sets of speakers I have lying around the shop......
Next week begins the shortest and cruelest month. Be grateful February only has 28 days. Three more days of that cold and snow would drive me crazy.
Enjoy the show, and I'll see you next week.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
January 18 2010
With the tremendous human tragedy being played out in Haiti and Teddy Pendergrass' death, last Wednesday, I'm not in an "up" mood.
If you can find a way to contribute to the Haitian relief effort, please do so.
$10.00 to the Red Cross may mean skipping a lunch at the local diner for us, but it may mean the difference between life and death for the people on that island.
We may be in a recession but we aren't suffering with unemployment at 70% and a staggering 50% illiteracy rate. Watching the news footage from Haiti is heartbreaking.
Enjoy the show and have a good week
PD
If you can find a way to contribute to the Haitian relief effort, please do so.
$10.00 to the Red Cross may mean skipping a lunch at the local diner for us, but it may mean the difference between life and death for the people on that island.
We may be in a recession but we aren't suffering with unemployment at 70% and a staggering 50% illiteracy rate. Watching the news footage from Haiti is heartbreaking.
Enjoy the show and have a good week
PD
Thursday, January 14, 2010
January 14, 2010
With the immense tragedy coming out of Haiti, this may have missed your attention.
On January 13, 2010 Soul Music lost another great voice.
Teddy Pendergrass had a gift. He was dynamite as a "live" performer and blessed with a voice that both men and women could appreciate. Able to "rock out" with the best he also helped define "Quiet Storm".......just listen to Bad Luck and Close The Door.
Thank you for the music, Teddy. It'll live on
Friday, January 8, 2010
January 11, 2010
I guess I’ll start this week’s review of the show from the back.
First up, I found a “new” Walter Jackson tune. This Curtis Mayfield composition should have been the follow up to “It’s All Over” but somehow Carl Davis dropped the ball. (it did happen once in awhile). “Hard To Believe” surfaced on an Impressions album in 1967 but it was recorded by Walter in 1965. This is sweet Chicago Soul at it’s best. We owe a huge thank you to Kent Records in England for finding and preserving these recordings.
Next is a cut by Full Circle. I doubt you’re going to hear this anyplace but FNST.
Until Dave Bupp sent it to me, even I didn’t know this existed. It’s a jammin’ thang, let me tell you. Larry Green’s sax is hot and Dave’s lead is “the Professor” at his up-tempo best. Can you dig it?
There are two O’Jays tunes on the show, just because, as well as a new Santa Fe for PJ, Brickhouse for Marjo & Sue and a group called Sonia Dada for John Spaulding over there in snowy New Hampsha, ayuh.
The birthday guests are a neat group, I know you’ll love the songs and there’s new stuff by The Soul Survivors as well as Soul Clinic.
I enjoyed putting this one together. I hope you have a fun two hours.
PD
First up, I found a “new” Walter Jackson tune. This Curtis Mayfield composition should have been the follow up to “It’s All Over” but somehow Carl Davis dropped the ball. (it did happen once in awhile). “Hard To Believe” surfaced on an Impressions album in 1967 but it was recorded by Walter in 1965. This is sweet Chicago Soul at it’s best. We owe a huge thank you to Kent Records in England for finding and preserving these recordings.
Next is a cut by Full Circle. I doubt you’re going to hear this anyplace but FNST.
Until Dave Bupp sent it to me, even I didn’t know this existed. It’s a jammin’ thang, let me tell you. Larry Green’s sax is hot and Dave’s lead is “the Professor” at his up-tempo best. Can you dig it?
There are two O’Jays tunes on the show, just because, as well as a new Santa Fe for PJ, Brickhouse for Marjo & Sue and a group called Sonia Dada for John Spaulding over there in snowy New Hampsha, ayuh.
The birthday guests are a neat group, I know you’ll love the songs and there’s new stuff by The Soul Survivors as well as Soul Clinic.
I enjoyed putting this one together. I hope you have a fun two hours.
PD
Saturday, January 2, 2010
January 4, 2010
We're through the holidays! (thank goodness) I don't mean to be a curmudgeon but there are times.........
Tonight's show is neat in a couple of ways. First, I'm "debuting" the new CD by Santa Fe & The Fat City Horns. Once again these guys blow me away. Hammond, Horns, Harmonies and a killer bass ....it doesn't get a lot better. If you love brass, you have to get these CD's.
This week is also special for the birthdays. I have three friends on the list.
January 4th is Paul Cockburn's birthday. We've enjoyed many hours of laughter and sometimes serious discussions on this magic box. The Atlantic Ocean doesn't stop friendship.
January 6th is Rusty Campbell's special day. I've known him for over 30 years and thank goodness he doesn't tell stories.
January 7th belongs to one of the most talented musicians I've ever known. Bill Richter's knowledge of chords and progression was always a delight when he played organ with The Magnificent Men. On top of this he's a truly nice person.
There are a few new tunes, a bunch of favorites (of mine anyway) and the usual mix.
I hope you enjoy the show.
PD
Tonight's show is neat in a couple of ways. First, I'm "debuting" the new CD by Santa Fe & The Fat City Horns. Once again these guys blow me away. Hammond, Horns, Harmonies and a killer bass ....it doesn't get a lot better. If you love brass, you have to get these CD's.
This week is also special for the birthdays. I have three friends on the list.
January 4th is Paul Cockburn's birthday. We've enjoyed many hours of laughter and sometimes serious discussions on this magic box. The Atlantic Ocean doesn't stop friendship.
January 6th is Rusty Campbell's special day. I've known him for over 30 years and thank goodness he doesn't tell stories.
January 7th belongs to one of the most talented musicians I've ever known. Bill Richter's knowledge of chords and progression was always a delight when he played organ with The Magnificent Men. On top of this he's a truly nice person.
There are a few new tunes, a bunch of favorites (of mine anyway) and the usual mix.
I hope you enjoy the show.
PD
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