Let's start with the bad news, first.
Last Wednesday we said goodbye to another soul singer. Gladys Horton was the lead voice of The Marvelettes for their early hits including "Please Mr. Postman". That song was Motown's first number one pop hit. Quite an accomplishment for a 15 year old. There are two Marvelettes songs on the show, just a way of paying tribute and saying thank you.
The birthday artists are kinda neat. Buddy King, Florence Larue and Bob Marley among others. This means I get to play three songs by The Magnificent Men, featuring Buddy and the Budweiser frog song as well, I love it.
A lot of the show is made up exploring the different sound of soul music from Chicago, Detroit, Memphis and Philly. I hope it makes sense and if not, the music is pretty damn cool.
Spring is coming, honest.
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Friday, January 21, 2011
January 24, 2011
Okay, winter can leave now. As I write this, on Friday afternoon, we're headed into the coldest weather of the season so far. I've had enough, already.
Not a lot going on, here. I'm just trying to stay was warm as I can and run the snow blower as few times as I can get away with.
This weeks' show is neat, lots of birthday artists and memories. Hopefully, it'll get you singing along and dancing.
Congratulations to our number one Australian fan. Lesley passed her PhD! We're proud of what you've accomplished Dr. Birch.
The initial idea of re-broadcasting the Monday shows is taking shape. It looks like the programs would re-air on Wednesdays and Saturdays in the normal time slots. Comments are welcome.
Have a good week and stay warm.
Not a lot going on, here. I'm just trying to stay was warm as I can and run the snow blower as few times as I can get away with.
This weeks' show is neat, lots of birthday artists and memories. Hopefully, it'll get you singing along and dancing.
Congratulations to our number one Australian fan. Lesley passed her PhD! We're proud of what you've accomplished Dr. Birch.
The initial idea of re-broadcasting the Monday shows is taking shape. It looks like the programs would re-air on Wednesdays and Saturdays in the normal time slots. Comments are welcome.
Have a good week and stay warm.
Thursday, January 13, 2011
January 17, 2001
It's the middle of the month. This means that we have a special artist/song for Barb, Crys and Ginger. There are several other requested artists and some music you will not hear in regular rotation on FNST. Hey, that's what Mondays are all about.
This week's birthday artists include Sam Cooke (oh yea!), David Ruffin and William Powell. Now, if the name William Powell doesn't ring a bell, how 'bout The O'Jays? William sang lead on my favorite O'Jays tune and it's a song I never tire of.
There's surprise on the show but y'all have to listen. I'm not telling.
We have two songs by Steve Mancha. Class Act and Class of 60 Somethin' are also on the playlist along with The Ambassadors, Intentions and Pocketful O' Soul. It's going to be a fast two hours.
One other thing, it's a bit personal but here goes. As you go about your daily routines, do something for somebody. Be polite in your words and actions. Smile at people (it drives them crazy); hold the door for someone; if you see someone struggling with too many packages offer to help.......it's all little things but you just may make someones' day.
Have a great week and be nice to yourselves and each other.
now I have to finish the show
This week's birthday artists include Sam Cooke (oh yea!), David Ruffin and William Powell. Now, if the name William Powell doesn't ring a bell, how 'bout The O'Jays? William sang lead on my favorite O'Jays tune and it's a song I never tire of.
There's surprise on the show but y'all have to listen. I'm not telling.
We have two songs by Steve Mancha. Class Act and Class of 60 Somethin' are also on the playlist along with The Ambassadors, Intentions and Pocketful O' Soul. It's going to be a fast two hours.
One other thing, it's a bit personal but here goes. As you go about your daily routines, do something for somebody. Be polite in your words and actions. Smile at people (it drives them crazy); hold the door for someone; if you see someone struggling with too many packages offer to help.......it's all little things but you just may make someones' day.
Have a great week and be nice to yourselves and each other.
now I have to finish the show
Monday, January 10, 2011
January 10, 2010
It is with true sadness I report the passing of Steve Mancha
on January 8, 2010. According to his family death was due
to liver and lung failure.
Steve was one of the most soulful singers ever
and it was always enjoyable hearing him on his own,
with 100 Proof Aged In Soul, The Holidays or any
of the other projects he recorded.
FNST Radio's sympathies and prayers go out to his family.
May his music keep on playing, reminding us of "the other Detroit".
Sunday, January 9, 2011
January 10, 2011
Happy Monday to y'all. I hope you're through the post holiday "blues". Now, comes the reckoning. Just how badly did you go over budget for all those gifts? Scary, isn't it?
FNST has a good show for you to help escape for a couple of hours. There's some Chicago Soul, a little bit of the "other" Detroit and even some jazz/funk. I think you'll be glad you tuned in.
I was looking at the station logs from the first of the month on and it's neat. Lots of hits and people sticking around for more than a few seconds. York, Pennsylvania (several); Canton, Pennsylvania; Greenville, South Carolina; Louisville, Kentucky; Chicago, Illinois; Melbourne, Australia; Detroit, Michigan; lots of AOL and Verizon hits with no locations; Russia (I suspect an attempted hacker); Great Britain and several others. It's nice to see your face in the place!
There have been a couple of requests for re-broadcast of the Monday show. Later in the week, is what they mean. My question to you is: If we did re-air a show what days/times would be easier for you to join us? I haven't asked the techie gnome about this, I'm waiting to see if there's enough interest to warrant adding repeats. So, speak up folks.
Have a good week and I'll see you next Monday.
PD
FNST has a good show for you to help escape for a couple of hours. There's some Chicago Soul, a little bit of the "other" Detroit and even some jazz/funk. I think you'll be glad you tuned in.
I was looking at the station logs from the first of the month on and it's neat. Lots of hits and people sticking around for more than a few seconds. York, Pennsylvania (several); Canton, Pennsylvania; Greenville, South Carolina; Louisville, Kentucky; Chicago, Illinois; Melbourne, Australia; Detroit, Michigan; lots of AOL and Verizon hits with no locations; Russia (I suspect an attempted hacker); Great Britain and several others. It's nice to see your face in the place!
There have been a couple of requests for re-broadcast of the Monday show. Later in the week, is what they mean. My question to you is: If we did re-air a show what days/times would be easier for you to join us? I haven't asked the techie gnome about this, I'm waiting to see if there's enough interest to warrant adding repeats. So, speak up folks.
Have a good week and I'll see you next Monday.
PD
Saturday, January 1, 2011
January 3, 2011
As the country song would say, "Here we go, again".
The beginning of a new year and a new decade; Amazing. We have a new show with a surprise inside. (I feel like I'm in a Crackerjacks commercial) It's nice.
Our birthday artists include Arthur Prysock, Van McCoy and Bill Richter of The Magnificent Men.
More sad news, this past week. Soul music lost Teena Marie as well as Bernie Wilson of Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes. It wasn't a great year.
On a brighter note, this place I call home has enjoyed 3 days of 40+ degree weather and we actually have bare ground showing for the first time in a month. It won't last and I'll be running the blower, again, by the weekend but there are only 88 days until April 1st.
Stay warm and thank you for spending time with FNST Radio
OOPS! Almost forgot. There are a couple of other birthdays, this week.
Paul Cockburn's birthday is January 4th and Rusty Campbell's special day is January 6th. Both gentlemen are occassional listeners and my long time friends.
Mish's birthday is the 7th, same as Bill Richter. She's a dedicated listener and part of the Monday morning early riser group.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO Y'ALL!
The beginning of a new year and a new decade; Amazing. We have a new show with a surprise inside. (I feel like I'm in a Crackerjacks commercial) It's nice.
Our birthday artists include Arthur Prysock, Van McCoy and Bill Richter of The Magnificent Men.
More sad news, this past week. Soul music lost Teena Marie as well as Bernie Wilson of Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes. It wasn't a great year.
On a brighter note, this place I call home has enjoyed 3 days of 40+ degree weather and we actually have bare ground showing for the first time in a month. It won't last and I'll be running the blower, again, by the weekend but there are only 88 days until April 1st.
Stay warm and thank you for spending time with FNST Radio
OOPS! Almost forgot. There are a couple of other birthdays, this week.
Paul Cockburn's birthday is January 4th and Rusty Campbell's special day is January 6th. Both gentlemen are occassional listeners and my long time friends.
Mish's birthday is the 7th, same as Bill Richter. She's a dedicated listener and part of the Monday morning early riser group.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO Y'ALL!
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