Thursday, March 6, 2025: David Gilmour - Comfortably Numb (Live in Pompeii, 2016)

Current mood.

Tuesday, March 4, 2025: TWOfer Tuesday - The "I Love Heavy Instrumentals" Edition

Vocalists, take five. 

In fact, take the rest of the night off.  We've got it from here, thanks.

First up is a band that, not only doesn't have any singers, they don't even have a guitarists.  Wild, right?

The Omnific is an Australian progressive rock/metal band known for their unique instrumental approach, featuring two bassists and a drummer, with no guitars. Their music blends elements of djent, prog metal, and fusion, creating intricate, groove-heavy compositions. 

The second track for today's TWOfer comes from Death, who are not actually an instrumental only band.  In fact, they were known for their aggressive vocals, intricate guitar work, and complex song structures.  Death was formed in 1983 in Orlando, Florida, by guitarist and vocalist Chuck Schuldiner, who is often referred to as the "Godfather of Death Metal."  

Today's track, however, is from The Sound of Perseverance (1998), their final studio album, featuring highly technical and progressive elements.

Frank Zappa famously produced an album called "Shut Up And Play Yer Guitar."  I couldn't have said it any better.  Enjoy.

Monday, March 3, 2025: Eric B & Rakim - Paid In Full

Here's to everyone getting up early on a Monday morning to get paid in full.

Sunday, March 2, 2025

No blogging on a Sunday.

See you Monday!

Saturday, March 1, 2025: Judy Collins - Send In The Clowns

Don't you love farce?
My fault, I fear
I thought that you'd want what I want
Sorry, my dear!
But where are the clowns
Send in the clowns
Don't bother, they're here

Friday, February 28, 2025: The Outlaws - Green Grass & High Tides

When people talk about "great guitarists", and people talk a LOT about "great guitarists", why do Hughie Thomasson and Billy Jones of The Outlaws hardly ever get a mention?

It's a sin, it's a crime, it's a huge oversight. And it needs to be corrected immediately.

Say their names. 

Thursday, February 27, 2025: Yola - Future Enemies

 

No, not YOLO, but it is Yola.

Yola, full name Yolanda Claire Quartey, is a British singer-songwriter known for her rich blend of soul, Americana, and rock. Born in Bristol, England, she initially worked as a session singer and songwriter before launching her solo career. Her breakthrough came with the 2019 album Walk Through Fire, produced by Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys. The album earned widespread critical acclaim and multiple Grammy nominations, including Best New Artist. She followed it up with Stand for Myself (2021), which further cemented her reputation as a powerhouse vocalist and storyteller, showcasing her versatility across genres while maintaining her distinctive sound.

 She has also appeared in film, notably being cast as Sister Rosetta Tharpe in Baz Luhrmann's "Elvis" (2022).

 "Future Enemies" is a track from Yola’s 2021 album Stand for Myself. It's a powerful vocal performance with a driving instrumental arrangement. Lyrically, the song touches on themes of personal growth, betrayal, and the realization that some relationships are not built to last.