Price Watch – Fast Food
Fast food is getting pricey these days. Just go home and make something to eat. Just a quick stop for a snack can break the budget! Eat before you go…
Gig Time #200, (Freddie King, Palace of The King)
“Palace of the King”(sometimes referred to with “Living in the…” in the title or lyrics) is a blues/rock track by Freddie King (often billed as Freddy King early in his…
Gig Time #199, (Pretenders, Brass in Pocket)
The Pretenders “Brass in Pocket” Their breakthrough hit from the debut album. Released late 1979, it went to No. 1 in the UK (first new chart-topper of the 1980s) and…
Gig Time #198, (Albert Collins, Honey Hush)
Albert Collins (1932–1993) was a Texas blues guitarist and singer, nicknamed “The Iceman” and “Master of the Telecaster.” He was known for his sharp, icy tone, aggressive fingerstyle playing, unusual…
Marine Grade?
I hope I never meet one of those people who actually buys this stuff! They really will try to sell you everything won’t they! Does anyone really give a shit?
Taking a break
Sometimes you just need to kick back and take a break. A whole bunch of music and a bottle of rum really help! 10 shots & 10 hours later I’m…
Gig Time #197, (Tony Joe White, Polk Salad)
Tony Joe White was a Louisiana-born singer, songwriter, and guitarist who became one of the defining voices of swamp rock—a gritty blend of blues, country, R&B and Southern storytelling. His…
Ride in Style
This is how we used to “Ride in Style”. Lincoln Town Car Limo Conversion! Room for the whole family! As long as it has a bar! Happy riding!
Gig Time #196, (Fabulous Thunderbirds, Tuff Enuff)
Kim Wilson, the Fabulous Thunderbirds, and “Tuff Enuff” Kim Wilson is the unmistakable voice and harmonica player behind the The Fabulous Thunderbirds, one of the key bands to emerge from…
Gas Price
This was in Duncan, BC, Canada. I don’t normally stop here but I was in Duncan and needed a bit of fuel. Remember, we use Canadian Dollars per Liter up…
Gig Time #195, (Looking Glass, Brandy)
Looking Glass were a New Jersey pop-rock band formed by musicians who met at Rutgers University in the late 1960s. They had a tougher, more rocking sound than their one…
Gig Time #194, (James Cotton, Superharp)
James “Superharp” Cotton was one of the great American blues harmonica players. Born in Mississippi in 1935, he learned from Sonny Boy Williamson II and later became an important member…
Gas Price Watch
Still sucks going to the gas station for anything these days! BTW, this is at the cheap place! Who can afford this? Not to mention that you’re getting Ethanol contaminated…
Gig Time #193, (Ray Charles, Hide nor Hair)
Ray Charles (1930–2004)was a pioneering American singer, pianist, and songwriter often called “the Genius” or “Father of Soul.” Blind from childhood, he blended gospel, blues, jazz, and R&B into a…
It’s a Canadian Thing
I’m spending my morning doing a very Canadian thing! Changing out the car battery in the parking lot of the local Canadian Tire! Haha. $180.00 later, I’m off to my…
Gig Time #192, (Rough Trade, High School Confidential)
Rough Trade was a Canadian new wave/rock band formed in Toronto, best known for its provocative lyrics and stage presence. Centered on singer Carole Pope and multi-instrumentalist Kevan Staples, the…
I know him!
I know this guy, he’s a nice guy. Have a great day, go for a walk or visit a friend.
Linux Mint
I did it! I did my first test install, took an old laptop that originally had Windows Vista on it and Wiped it clean and installed Linux Mint, Ollama, Picoclaw,…
Gig Time #191, (Wagner, Ride of the Valkyries)
Richard Wagner’s “Ride of the Valkyries” is one of the most recognizable pieces of classical music ever written. It comes from his four-opera cycle Der Ring des Nibelungen (The Ring…