Category Archives: Musical entertainment

Weekend entertainment … and a personal note …

To my loyal and dedicated readers: This blog will be shutting its doors soon. I am moving on to a new challenge. The decision was not an easy one because the Akron Beacon Journal has been a good place to … Continue reading

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For your Saturday entertainment … II

ScottL brought up a great song in a comment on the previous post … It warrants this addition. Neil young – sugar Mountain : Rust never sleeps. by pouidg

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For your Saturday entertainment …

It had to include Neil Young … simply had to … Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young by Heygary Neil Young Crosby, Stills Nash – Ohio by catetom And … because he's Neil Young … a bonus … Neil Young – … Continue reading

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For your Saturday entertainment …

Perhaps it dates me, but oh well … I like him.

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For your Saturday entertainment …

A lengthy but enjoyable old favorite…

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For your Saturday entertainment …

Something a little different … the second song is written about a friend of his, and before anyone makes a crack keep in mind that John Ondrasik has used the song to raise money for charity, and he has a … Continue reading

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For your Saturday entertainment …

A selection for the season …

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For your Saturday entertainment …

A special note to T-Bomb – I did finally find the Van Morrison “Caravan” version with The Band in The Last Waltz, but unfortunately Van does not allow his songs to be embedded. The search will continue to put it … Continue reading

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For your Saturday entertainment … a band most deserving of a spot in the Rock Hall

It's really hard for me to believe these guys — presented in their original form and in a more recent life — have yet to be inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. I mean … seriously … … Continue reading

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For your Saturday entertainment …

Took a visit to the Rock Hall with my daughters and relatives from Cape Cod, and this guy struck me as very deserving.

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For your Saturday entertainment …

Well I was going to put the Michigan and Ohio State bands on here, but decided instead to recognize Ireland's fabulous effort against France in the World Cup with one of Ireland's finest traditional musicians — Sharon Shannon.

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For your Saturday entertainment …

Something a little different …

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Springsteen's Tuesday show

Bruce Springsteen made his appearance in Cleveland last night, and flu aside I attended (why turn down the chance to spread the joy to thousands?). There were some magical high moments. The Rising. Badlands. The entire Born to Run album. … Continue reading

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Saturday entertainment, one more time …

And … one final visit by The Boss … For the naysayers … I've been going to Springsteen concerts longer than you've been insulting me on this mog, or since before Born to Run came out. If you think he's … Continue reading

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Saturday entertainment continued …

And … still because it's Bruce … yet one more …

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For your Saturday entertainment, part II …

And … because it's Bruce … another entertaining moment … Murder Incorporated (Live) bruce springsteen by runawaydream

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For your Saturday entertainment …

There's a certain concert in town Tuesday night, and I will be there …

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For your Saturday entertainment …

In the spirit of the season …

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For your Saturday entertainment …

Another fine musician. Dave Matthews Band – Alligator Pie – Live @ Outside Lands- Watch more Music Videos at Vodpod.

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For your musical entertainment …

John Hiatt started these musical posts. Seems appropriate to return to him at some point. Besides, I've got two kids with the flu and I've got to go to Pittsburgh, so I'm in a bit of a hurry … And … Continue reading

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For your weekend entertainment …

She's from up somewhere near Buffalo and I like her. A lot. Wonder remains one of the great songs of our generation. (Though some of the dancing could go.)

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In the interest of being more positive

Folks, I post links just because they're interesting. Some interest me more than others, some I think will spur discussion.  I hope nobody takes them personally. But … in the interest of being more positive I present the real reason … Continue reading

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For your Saturday entertainment …

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For your Saturday entertainment

Some great guitar playing …

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For your Saturday entertainment …

We took a break last week. This week we offer a small change of pace … from an American original:

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