“Musicians don’t retire — they stop when there’s no more music in them.” ~ Louis Armstrong (b.1901 d.1971)
I’d like to add it is good to be back to blogging here at EOINA! Besides an awful case of the flu you can read what transpired to keep me away longer than anticipated here.
Thanks for sticking with me. I appreciate your visits.
Sincerely,
SonDan
{ 0 comments }
Filed under:Louis Armstrong, Monday Music Musings, Zat You Santa Claus
This is taking all strength I have right now to turn on my computer to let you know I am on Doctor’s ordered bed rest with the flu.
This will be the only new post this week but please don’t forget me. I hope to be back next Monday.
{ 0 comments }
Filed under:Administration
“The high note is not the only thing.” ~ Placido Domingo
{ 0 comments }
Filed under:Besame Mucho (video), Placido Domingo
“My music will go on forever. Maybe it’s a fool say that, but when me know facts me can say facts. My music will go on forever. ~ Bob Marley
{ 0 comments }
Filed under:Bob Marley, I Shot The Sherrif, Monday Music Musings
“I think that my past stands me in good stead in that it does have a certain strength for musicians.” ~ John Sebastian
The #9 Billboard Top 100 hit “Do You Believe in Magic,” composed by Sebastian and performed live by The Lovin’ Spoonful in 1965 followed by “You Didn’t Have To Be So Nice.”
And now over 40 years later “DYBIM” is still going strong as performed by Disney artists and sisters and tween idols Aly & AJ. Now that’s what I call longevity!
Great oldies will never fade away -- they just take an occasional vacation (LOL)
Musically Yours,
{ 0 comments }
Filed under:Aly & AJ, Do You Believe In Magic (video), Monday Music Musings, The Lovin' Spoonful
Hailing from Dublin, Ireland, Laura Izibor was signed to her first recording contract (with Jive Records) at age 17! This talented R&B singer is partial to the great music by the Soul singers of the Sixties and Seventies (as am I) and has learned those lessons very, very well. After adding her own youthful, modern twist you’ve got an awesome freshmen CD entitled “Let The Truth Be Told.”
Released here June 16, 2009 on Atlantic Records here in the states I snapped it up when I saw it on display during a trip to Borders Bookstore. After listening to and loving the 2008 single “From My Heart To Yours” all summer long I knew I had to check it out!
This set did not disappoint. What amazes me is Laura’s throaty and soulful voice belies her young years. I had the same feeling when I found out how youg Josh Stone was AFTER hearing her first singles. Must be something in the European water the young ladies are drinking -- eh? (SMILE)
Laura dedicated this set to the late great founder of Atlantic Records Ahmet Ertegun (1923-2006) who I am sure is loving the results.
Miss Izibor has appeared previously on some soundtrack CDs and I am going to have to make it a point to search them out for download in case they are not on this set.
Track List:
1. Shine
2. Don’t Stay
3. If Tonight Is My Last
4. What Would You Do
5. From My Heart To Yours
6. Perfect World
7. The Worst Is Over
8. Yes (I’ll Be Your Baby)
9. I Don’t Want You Back
10 MMM…
Musically Yours,
{ 0 comments }
Filed under:Atlantic, From My Heart To Yours (live video), Laura Izibor, Let The Truth Be Told
Happy Thanksgiving Day Canada.
Happy Columbus Day America.
I’ll be Back Thursday with a new musical post.
Enjoy your Holiday.
{ 0 comments }
Filed under:Off Topic
 | SonDan on The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation Announces Nominees for 2009 Induction 30th Oct 09 |
 | Jim Ferguson on The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation Announces Nominees for 2009 Induction 28th Oct 09 |
 | Dean on The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation Announces Nominees for 2009 Induction 27th Oct 09 |
| SonDan on Like a Fire – Solomon Burke (2008) 12th Oct 09 |
 | Polprav on Like a Fire – Solomon Burke (2008) 11th Oct 09 |
 | Pam Bardwell on The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation Announces Nominees for 2009 Induction 11th Oct 09 |
 | brad on The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation Announces Nominees for 2009 Induction 26th Sep 09 |
EOINA’s Sister Site. Take a look at what is going on there.