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Monthly Archives: January 2003
Darktown Strutters’ Ball
‘m sure the title isn’t politically correct, but in 1917, no one seemed to notice. It is claimed that this was the first jazz tune recorded, on this date in that year. The song is 86 this year; I’m half that. It’s still a favorite. It was the first song I learned on the banjo; not a 5-string bluegrass affair, but an old 4-string tenor banjo, designed for playing with a jazz band. I’m still looking for the band, but when I find ‘em, I’ve got the banjo. Continue reading
Hundredth Note
t’s been 300 days since I posted “Overture” and gave my obsession a voice.Isaac Asimov, author of nearly 400 books, used his 100th as a retrospective of his impressive accomplishment; few authors ever reach their centennial publication. Asimov’s “Opus 100″ is essentially his personal musings on those of his writings he was particularly fond of (or particularly embarrassed about.) I’m just cocky enough to take a page from his book. Continue reading
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My Lover’s Gone
f the only track you’ve heard from Dido’s “No Angel” is the ubiquitous “Thankyou” (spelt just like that) it would be easy to assume that this is just another fluffy collection of love songs. Nothing could be further from the truth.Tip to Those Who Suspect Their Relationship May be in Trouble:If your significant other is playing “No Angel” often, singing along with vigor, this may not be a good sign. Continue reading
