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.

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.

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

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

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

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