We love Lovett, Lyle now for you on Durham Cool!
Surprised today to find that I had neglected Lyle Lovett for this long. Now we find ourselves with a month of Sundays featuring the great Lyle Lovett on Durham Cool.
Now Start Watching the Detectives
Watching the Detectives by Elvis and the Attractions is playing all day on Durham Cool. The virtual JukeBox is stuck in this lovely groove rut and thus grist for the mill (see practice).
Solo Hayley Williams is loyal to the Paramore.
Paramore is Hayley Williams and Taylor York along with a team of first-rate rotating musicians. Current 2021 Paramore band personnel include 2 (see aforementioned).
Now Walk down Sweet memory lane
Say what you will about this 1982 interview on Letterman and the relative states of being between the 3 participants
Now Leilani WOLFGRAMM brings her rasta roots and R&B swagger to the people!
This video had me from the visual alone and then the harmonious collaboration of extraordinary groove masters working together. Yet what about the lead singer, Leilani, hiding under a hoodie sporting black engineers opticals, with such beautifully strong vocals. We had to know more.
Now Blue Nile Film noir atmosphere for our times
The Blue Nile, formed by childhood Glasgow friends, Paul Buchanan and Robert Bell is a moody synth UK soul brother band.
Now Marlon crafts music on the state of our disunion
As law enforcement and the Senate pursue accountability for the Capitol riot and insurrection, world leaders and cultural figures have been speaking out and condemning the attack on democracy. Rapper Marlon Craft has a new song challenging clichés about unity and arguing America cannot try to be unified until people confront things that should not be negotiated, from scientific truths about Covid-19 to white supremacy.
Now, Alice, the wolf is at your door!
Lipstick on the Glass was our introduction to the Wolf Alice mileau. This extraordinary performance, artfully sound and light mixed is incandescent. The Alice Wolf experience begins now. The Wolf is at our door and we are willingly letting them in.
Now Updates on Affordable Housing in Durham.
The rising costs of downtown living in cities like Durham NC are not unique. Check any city with an educated workforce, unique neighborhoods, limited housing supply and great restaurants like Durham has and you find rising home costs. What about Durham is unique vis-a-vis affordable housing?
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Now Why Ten Word Answers Get Some Candidates Elected
History reminds us to be wary of Ten-word answers for complicated political issues or concerns. Can you identify the 10-word answer for candidates running in this cycle (midterms and 2024).
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Now Damien Rice and Lisa Hannigan Watch the chemistry sparkle!
The sparring, flirtation, of Lisa Hannigan and Damien on Volcano; a palpable attraction. The torment of lovers whose voices blend together so well-brings the lyrics alive. Lisa Hannigan is an easy voice to love.
Now Roger Waters is Pink Floyd, Right?
Most solo Waters shows are excellent though it would be nice to hear a Gilmour solo and backup vocal to support Rogers’s strong moral microphone and keyboard/bass center.
Anything Better than an Emmylou Duet?
Emmylou is an excellent musician. Any knob with ears knows the rare musical talent that is Emmylou Harris on her own or when beautifully supporting another vocalist. Emmylou Harris is an artist that deserves your full attention.
Now Linda Ronstadt song whisperer, genre surfer
This article came about due to a new interview in this week’s New Yorker Magazine, entitled Linda Ronstadt Has Found Another Voice.
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“Ready Now For The United House Of Prayer For All People Brass Band!”
This was my first exposure to this gifted Gospel Brass band, The United House of Prayer for all people, at the Durham craft market (across from the DFM awning) Saturday 07/20/2013. I recorded this performance on my Apple 4S iPhone. We, unfortunately, cut this video short due to other pressing Saturday to-do list items.
Now Dark Money has permeated your Supreme Court.
Again we venture into the exciting world of dark money’s influence into our precarious Republic’s highest court.
Now Carly Simon show us how Her Big Hit Is About No One And Everyone”
Carly Simon was featured all too often in People magazine for my or most sensible cultured pallets. Her gender was the root cause for these salacious Romance stories with leading rock, folk, and Hollywood actors. Born male, Carly Simon would have escaped these purple prose stories in People Magazine as did her male counterparts.
Peter Gabriel with Paula Cole “Don’t Give Up”
“Don’t Give up” is such a deeply inspirational, uplifting song for me. I truly loved the original studio version, featuring Kate Bush yet truly enjoyed the Paula Cole duet on Secret World Live after watching the video. I love the secret world lineup so much I find myself watching the YouTube videos regularly. There is so great chemistry and apparent carmadarie on this tour I highly recommend purchasing the Secret World video from Amazon Instant video as I will today.
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Listen now to the profound wisdom of Elijah Cummings, an American.
“Representative Elijah Cummings had the final word as chair of the Oversight Committee. I sat in silence, listening to this now deceased man with decades of experience in the civil rights movement and other forms of public service, who, as a lawyer, had represented disgraced lawyers like me. He understood that even the least of us deserve the opportunity to seek penance, redemption, and a second chance in life. Cummings was the lone politician I encountered in all my travails who took an interest in me as a human being. When I reported serving my sentence, he even took steps to ensure my security in prison. It was a selfless act of kindness for which I will always be grateful.
Now all your Everyday Yoga gear on D.C.
YogaOutlet turns 10 next year, but before reaching that milestone, the fast-growing, multi-branded online yoga retailer has changed its name to Everyday Yoga. Beginning September 23rd, the retailer will redirect all traffic to everydayyoga.com as its new home on the web.
Michael McDonald’s going strong for all of us!
How much of anything do we know about Michael McDonald, other than the wiki biography about his seminal influence on so many classic rock/soul/jazz hits from the 70s, 80s, and today?
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Now Swim with Mac Miller
It wasn’t just his writing, either. His production and overall songwriting talents were truly remarkable and perhaps underrated by the general public.
Paul Stamets, mycologist prepared to save our planet!
Leading mycologist Paul Stamets (full bio) shares his work exploring the diverse role medicinal mushrooms may have in activating our immune systems and helping treat cancer, to new data supporting the role of fungi in biosecurity and the health of the bees that pollinate our planet.
Inelegant Bernthal Elegance
We enjoy Jon Bernthal’s complete emotional immersion acting in The Punisher role and numerous film roles. Yesterday we relished getting to know the actor, human being, Jon Bernthal on Hot Ones
Now Silvia Perez Cruz for you!
Two YouTube videos which capture the natural flow of life in the surrounds, while this angel, incarnated here on earth, lifts us up over the small talk and petty postures of ego into the sublime.
We have only Love for Ben Howard
Anyone lucky enough to catch the great documentary, Austin to Boston, would have noticed standout British folk singer, Ben Howard
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Why does Crazy Stupid Love repeat in cycles?
Something about the film, Crazy Stupid Love, draws me in to watch it again. We know some of the reasons Crazy Stupid love works for us have a lot to do with human frailty and the sagas that make up an average life.
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Dire Straits Wild West End is your best groove track!
Next up, a few live versions of the seminal song, News. Dire Straits is required listening for any knob with ears, but especially those wannabe gear heads. Mark Knopfler is on everyone’s best guitar maestro short list for good reason.
Have you experienced Lions Mane in your life?
Lions mane mushrooms (Hericium Erinaceus) are white, globe-shaped fungi with long, shaggy spines. People can eat them or take them in the form of supplements. Research suggests that they may offer a range of health benefits, including reduced inflammation and improved cognitive and cardiac response.
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Now Justin Timberlake’s Mirrors lingers in the mindstream
Is it the well-crafted lyric, great vocal crooner or the Timbaland beat that makes, Mirrors such a classic pop hit? What explains the 636,380,640 views on the official youtube release video of Mirrors other than the fact this song is great.
What better time than now for an America’s Unwritten Constitution course
This course is designed to teach you some of the basic tool and techniques for constitutional interpretation. Over the next 13 modules, Professor Akhil Amar will teach you how to go beyond the text of the U.S. Constitution, while still remaining faithful to it.
Jorgen Dahl Moe is the voice that wakes your heart.
This time the Voice is so original-honest-connected directly to emotive source universal pain and loss-love we had no choice but to share with all of you! Jorgen’s cover of Dancing in the Dark penetrated to the heart essence of the beautiful Bruce lyric and made it Jorgen’s song.
Emily Blunt and Why we love her!
Emily Blunt is beautiful. Men and women agree. The reason we all find her so attractive is not due to her British accent nor the Mary Poppins elan.
Now light-years ahead with Radiohead
You have an opinion about Radiohead’s seminal release, OK computer. The music press has written, academia has posited, about this incredible release.
Now Yeshua, the Nazarene we know as Jesus.
Two thousand years ago, an itinerant Jewish preacher walked across Galilee, gathering followers to establish what he called the “Kingdom of God.”
Healer John Lee Hooker with Carlos!
Listen to this track, regardless whether this is your first or 157th listen, with beginner’s ears and mind. Let the flow of Carlo’s guitar notes wash over you then John Lee Hooker’s emotive lyric preacher chant. This is a track on should play upon walking each day or before shutting your eyes at night. “The blues is a healer all over the world”.
No better blues from Prof. W. Marsalis!
In April 2011, Wynton Marsalis launched “Hidden in Plain View: Meanings in American Music,” a three-year performance and lecture series at Harvard University
Jonatha Brooke is a very GOOD bad dog artist!
In 1999 she started her own independent label, Bad Dog, and has since released six more albums. Her 2008 release, The Works, combined previously unheard, unpublished Woody Guthrie lyrics with her own music and arrangements. Recently, she’s co-written songs with Katy Perry and with The Courtyard Hounds. Jonatha has written for three Disney films and several television shows, and has composed the theme song for Joss Whedon’s, Dollhouse.
Now all in with Nathaniel Rateliff and the night sweats!
5 old VW camper vans. 4 bands. 3 thousand miles. 2 weeks. 1 gloriously backward tour. The adventure starts after a fire-fuelled final night at Austin’s SXSW Music Festival, where the bands (Ben Howard, The Staves, Nathaniel Rateliff, Bear’s Den) pile into their rides and head northeast.
Now Jamala’s Ukraine Song 1944 channeled by Elina Ivaschenko
This is one of the most passionate song performances, executed by a 14-year-old vocalist, that I was left with little choice but to publish it on Durham Cool. Please let me know if you share my appreciation for this precocious talent.
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Gillian Welch & David Rawlings, professors of union, love, and the human condition: See brilliant.
This intimate cafe live performance is purely excellent. Synchronized singing between two professionals of this magnitude, so obviously in love, union, and mutual respect is something all musicians and lovers can admire.
Krishna Das Live experience
Those who have enjoyed the blessing of catching Krishna Das live know how this professional recording comes very close to capturing the experience! Do yourself a favor and catch K.D. live sometime soon.
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Mad durham cool respect for the actor, Matthew rhys
Introduced to the actor Matthew Rhys on the excellent drama series, the Americans we arrived at respect within the first few episodes
The Timothy, Jeff Buckley, and Leonard Cohen connection
Timothy “Tim” Buckley, father of Jeff Buckley was a contemporary of Nick Drake and fan of Leonard Cohen songs.
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Transcendence with Van is now!
We bring this article forward today from 2019 to February 02, 2021 (ground-hog day) Van’s Caledonia Soul Music, thanks to our friends at Vizieroframbling-for this super HD quality version. Listen all the way through on your best AirPods, headphones, or speakers. This track is the best example of vanTransdencent you can find. Transcendent music from Van for you.
Caetano Veloso Cucurrucucu Paloma (Hable Con Ella)
Early fans of Pedro Almodovar’s work, may recall this scene. The viewer is led into this scene like a moth to candle flame. A summer night at a private estate; a poignant song sung by a master-Caetano Veloso
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HoneyWhat is what we are listening to now, honey?
Sugar shack delivers once again. We know the vibe is right in the sweet spot of the groove for the Sugar Shack.
Phoebe Bridgers is here and now
New Yorker magazine is like an old friend that waits for you, picking up the conversation on new people places and things. This morning we owe a credit once again to the much esteemed and worthy periodical. Thanks to the May 25 issue, we have Phoebe Bridgers on our new music Durham Cool plate.
Little Stranger-see Fly mustacho guys!
The ears don’t lie, despite the funky retro 70’s porn director/producer staches, these guys are pretty fly for white guys.
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Drain weasel the plumbing solution so simple yet ingenious
Sometimes a product comes along in your life, so simple and ingenious, to solve a problem so ordinary and routine, that you have no choice but to crow about it! This week that product also shares a moniker for what I call myself when I do something so stupid there is no other nomenclature that suits, it is the Drain weasel.
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H.E.R. Soul Artist born under the name Gabi Wilson
Prime Day 2021 brings us Gabi Wilson, AKA soul singer/multi-instrumentalist H.E.R. A series of song performance vignettes filmed throughout the conference/room suites of Los Angeles, Dunbar Hotel.
Jackson Browne still present after all these years
Widely known and often discussed, Jackson Browne co-authored, Take it Easy with Glenn Frey. Take it easy was the Eagle’s first track, the first hit on the Eagle’s first album. It epitomized the way Browne has always worked at his own pace in his own way. His debut album didn’t appear until 1972 when it was released on David Geffen’s Asylum label, though Browne had been working in the music business since the mid-Sixties.
Heaven On Earth Is Made By Heavenly Day Patty Griffin.”
Let’s say you’re angry with someone or at odds with a loved one, someone you’re having difficulty with; listen to this track with an open heart and your anger will at the very least, dissipate.
Now American Contract Law 1 & 2 via Yale Law!
An excellent introduction to the laws pertaining to the formation of contracts. Cases are well explained and the professor’s lectures are easy to follow and understand.
A River of Red Nose dreams!
Next up, Have any of you watched the new BBC1 production, The River on Netflix? Prepare yourself for this one. The material will bring you to the first sentence of a suicide note.
One and Brother’s in Arms continuum
Why does the music “Brothers in Arms” have such a hold on this author? Could it be the yearn for peace after the inhumane chaos of conflict and battle expressed so artfully in the lyric?
Now it’s time for the Yale University Law Student’s Toolkit!
Excellent course to learn about fundamental legal concepts. Highly recommend it to anyone who has a slight interest in law or needs some sort of understanding of the law for work or research.
Rickie Lee Jones describes the hidden and seen universe
Rickie Lee Jones is unlike any other musician. It is not uncommon for us to describe a musician as unique, unrivaled, and even head and shoulders above the competition, yet Rickie Lee Jones is on her own planet when it comes to originality, artistry, and command of her vocal instrument gift.
Joni Mitchell for the inner Aquarians everywhere
Joni is my favorite singer songwriter, artist, performer, open chord, transcends all genres -creative human.
Watch Tyler Childers put the hurt back in Country Music!
Have you noticed the return to quality in Country and the larger tent of Americana Music over the last 10 years?
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Sutra of Golden Light
Listen to this recitation in its entirety, best in meditative stillness and receptivity, to this reading of the sublime, Golden Light Sutra. You may listen the 2nd and 108 time, while washing dishes or working on a project. I recommend one download the Sutra and recite it all the way through at least one time during this lifetime. Often I will listen to the Sutra as a final practice at the end of each day.
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Benefits of a good night’s sleep
While the full relationship between sleeping well and mental health is still being unraveled, it’s clear that it exists. It appears that those who don’t get a good night’s sleep consistently are more likely to deal with depression and other mental health issues. Clearly, one of the best things you can do for your mental health is to cultivate some effective sleep habits.
Have you seen JP the bee whisperer!
This man is a saint, bee whisperer, teacher, shaman, Queen handler, hive protector-humorist. Gentle with bees and humans alike.
Why we love Atlantic City version by the band
Most know that Bruce wrote Atlantic City, yet Levon and the Band made it their own. My favorite version by far is the Band cover with Levon on lead vocal and Rick Danko on back up/harmony vocal. This is a brilliant song by any measure
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Listen closely to this important rant for sanity
Don’t disobey lockdown orders: If you have a cough or a cold for God’s sake stay at home.
I’m not going to play the game of endlessly defending what I didn’t say by people mischaracterizing me as a troll tactic.
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What we need now is Steve schmidt’s humor and wisdom
We have a real opportunity during shut-in, shut down to observe and analyze our current leaders, up close under crisis. How do our gubernatorial, congressional, President and chief leaders handle crisis management with urgency, command, and control or confusion and apathy?
Climate Crisis. Too Late? The time to act is NOW?
Multiple studies published in peer-reviewed scientific journals show that 97 percent or more of actively publishing climate scientists agree*: Climate-warming trends over the past century are extremely likely due to human activities.
Have you heard about Andrew Yang’s new Forward Party?
Welcome to the Forward Party!
I started the Forward Party for a few big reasons. The main one is one we can all see – the current two-party duopoly is not working. While the two major parties have different issues, we can all see that polarization is getting worse and worse, with 42% of both parties regarding the other as not just mistaken, but evil. Neither side is able to meaningfully solve problems, so we all get angrier and angrier.
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Almodovar new Film-Pain & Glory-(Dolor y gloria)
I just watched the new Almodovar, film Pain and Glory-(Dolor y gloria). A film to catch in a theatre. Anyone familiar with the beginning of Almodovar’s directing career, in Barcelona, will know that this film starring Antonio Banderas and Penelope Cruz is a walk back to his early work.
One stop for all things Jon Seskevich!
Jon “Vasu” Seskevich is a Great 100 in NC Nursing award winner in 2005-06″, was nominated for the Fetzer Foundation Norman Cousin’s Mind/Body Medicine Award in 1996. In 1998 he received the Friends’ of Nursing, “Excellence in Nursing Practice” award, and the “Alumnus of the Year” award from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, School of Nursing, Alumni Association in 1997.Jon has given over 300 presentations, lectures, workshops and classes that teach stress reduction, mind-body, and complementary therapies to hospital patients, health care professionals, community and church groups, and high-school and college students.
Exploring the Light Side of the Moon with TTB!
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Dog Friendly Durham establishments
A former restaurant owner made me aware of a little known Durham Health Department double standard, dogs and any other companion animals are not permitted in establishments that prepare and sell food from a kitchen yet when food is procured from a food truck parked outside your establishment dogs are allowed to frolic and sit at your feet while you chow on savory pork buns from pork bunnies food truck
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Outlaw Country starts with Pancho and Lefty
Townes Van Zandt playing a medley of his hit. This is “Pancho & Lefty” played at Uncle Seymour’s place. Taken from the DVD extras on “Heartworn Highways”.
Your Republic is in peril, time to notice!
Sometimes blowing away the noise and residual dust is a necessary act of Catharsis for all.
Poetry and Prose we love!
East of me, west of me, full summer.
How deeper than elsewhere the dusk is in your own yard.
Birds fly back and forth across the lawn
looking for home
As night drifts up like a little boat.
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Mount Moriah we love you!
What better band out there to represent our town and state than Mount Moriah? I fell in love with this band’s creative output on first listen.
Matthew sweet with the quine, Robert guitar maestro extraordinaire!
Your first introduction to Matthew Sweet could have occurred contemporaneous time with his debut release, Inside (1986). Let’s say you were born October 1, 1991, 21 days shy of his superb power pop release, Girlfriend.
Ready Able and Tested Joey Is Here
When a baby grand piano rolls into the office for a Tiny Desk concert, you expect something special. But none of us could have imagined what it’s like to see 15-year old Joey Alexander play that piano with such mastery.
Simply ready for Simply red?
Do we think of Simply Red as a guilty pleasure-listen to them only when no one is around-at-home-late at night with a glass of very special Pinot Noir from Dr. Konstantin Frank?
Robert Downey Moving to Durham NC is a legit fake news story!
Durham is cool, right? Have we been affirmed by this news? Perhaps Robert Downey Jr. likes most of all our lack of pretension and our welcoming attitude toward newcomers.
What is the difference between Ravens and Crows?
My introduction to Barry Holstun Lopez’s writings was Desert Notes and River Notes. The Raven, an essay from Desert Notes has received academic and critical notice for its subtlety. Broadly speaking it is an exploration of the contrast and comparison between Ravens and Crows.
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Do you love or hate the police?
The Police-Zenyata Mondatta This is the album that solidified The Police as pop/rock sensations and is as vibrant today as it was when it came out in 1980.
Rene Russo, easy to love!
We find ourselves drawn to Rene Russo and believe you will succumb after watching her performance in these 3 key roles, Thomas Crown Affair, Get Shorty and Tin Cup.
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Aidu Du is the sensual flow for you!
Musicologists may wax poetic about the connection between West African music and American blues, but this GRAMMY®-winning 1994 release—a genius collaboration between a Malian guitar legend and an American multi-instrumentalist/producer—was a groundbreaking proof-of-concept. Touré’s hypnotic melodies (sung in 11 languages!) float over shimmering acoustic and electric guitars from Cooder and notable guests (including John Patitucci and Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown). Dusky, entrancing, and stunningly gorgeous,
A good carpenter is hard to find
“A good carpenter is hard to find” has never been more true than Right now. We are in a boon of new construction and growth. So many contractors in our area are excellent craftsman but consider the number of “skilled” carpenters in our area?
Zak Abel is Breaking out!
A deeper dive into why Zak Abel stood out from the recent review of up and coming British Soul Artists. We explored his live performamces at Sofar in London.
Now James Vickery brings the UK soul across the Atlantic to you!
While listening to a track from Zak Abel I googled British Soul Artists to watch 2019 and once again a Truly soulful voice is discovered (belated) with 12MM views on Youtube, James Vickery.
Urbanisation and Health – Promoting Sustainable Solutions
More than half of world’s population lives in cities while only 5% did so in the 18th century. The rapid urbanisation has resulted in for example inadequate infrastructure, physical inactivity, gentrification, air pollution, and growing numbers of slum dwellers. All factors challenging health and wellbeing of the people living in the cities. In addition, when addressing climate change it has become of paramount importance to look at mitigation and adaptation investments tailored to the urban context
The love with Baba Neem Karoli!
Neem Karoli Baba (Hindi: नीम करौली बाबा[2]) or Neeb Karori Baba (Hindi: नीब करौरी बाबा) (1900 c. – September 11, 1973), also known to followers as Maharaj-ji, was a Hindu guru, mystic and devotee of the Hindu deity Hanuman.
Little Earthquakes big Thunder after!
Little Earthquakes is the debut solo album by the American singer-songwriter Tori Amos, featuring the singles “Silent All These Years,” “China,” “Winter,” and “Crucify.”
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Martin Frost elevates clarinet to the front of the house!
Martin Frost is a clarinetist musician extraordinaire. My late discovery of his immense and sublime featured soloist talent/proficiency came while writing the “Why Amadeus ” article. Whether we find Martin playing Mozart Concertos for Clarinet, Bach, Haydn, or Rhumbas by Chick Corea, he excels with fluidity, expertise, perfect articulation, control, and humility
Now a chance to listen to Maggie Rogers!
Funny how an artist like this could escape our attention from 2019 to now (see today June 14, 2021).
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I ordered the Host Defense Stamets 7 Daily Immune Support from Amazon based on the solid reviews and trust gained by watching these videos and interviews with Paul Stamets.
Teddy Thompson the beautiful voice and family legacy
Teddy is an artist we should all know-for the tender sadness of his songs and his plaintive delivery. One listen and your heart is slain.
A lesson in how easily a free press can be silenced by a Despot.
Vigilance. Certain freedoms need your protection. The First Amendment guarantees freedoms concerning religion, expression, assembly, and the right to petition. It forbids Congress from both promoting one religion over others and also restricting an individual’s religious practices. It guarantees freedom of expression by prohibiting Congress from restricting the press or the rights of individuals to speak freely.
Now Join us in praise for Let it be Me!
This song has so much universal human truth it would be a sin not to share our enthusiasm for it with you.
Tedeschi Trucks getting by with strong feelings!
Now you’re thinking, another article about Tedeschi Trucks Band? I know this band is worthy of our attention but do they warrant 7 articles on Durham Cool?
How to thrive in the new business forward!
The modern day business is a dynamic enterprise, and leading it now needs a conglomerate of essential skills, ranging from design thinking and digital transformation, to product management and IT.
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What music do you want for Durham Cool Saturday?
Steely Dan Saturday has arrived. This day is long overdue. I asked what music you want to hear and the clouds parted with the song, Kid Charlemagne playing on the closing credits of a show on Apple TV.
Why Amadeus now, see sublime?
After many years from the first viewing, I just watched Milos Forman’s Amadeus (Director’s Cut) last night. I mainly wanted to confirm my initial impression of Tom Hulce, Mozart’s performance as more than helium laugh farcical. In contrast, actors F. Murray Abraham, Solieri, and Tom Hulce’s Mozart are readily apparent. Was this contrast more indication of acting understanding or lack thereof or prescribed by the screenplay, director, and Mr. Hulce’s full-throttle performance as the ribald, entitled spoiled prodigy, Amadeus Mozart?
We live in Hamilton’s Republic find out why?
The “Hamilton” Broadway musical Uber hit of the 21st Century may leave one with the impression that Hamilton was well loved during his historical time. What is clear from contemporaries and contemporaneous writings for Hamilton’s period is that Hamilton and Adams/Jefferson had distinct differences on the constitution, and future direction of these United States of America.
Which is better Apple TV or Firestick 4k?
Apple TV 4K lets you watch movies and shows in amazing 4K HDR — and now it completes the picture with immersive sound from Dolby Atmos. Stream your favorite channels live. Enjoy great content from apps like Amazon Prime Video, HBO NOW, Hulu, and Netflix. And thanks to Siri, you can control it all with just your voice.
Traffic Court with a special human (see humane) judge.
Watching Judge Caprio provides a visual library of lessons in compassionate judication.
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It’s So Heavy, Easy to Remember Kofi Burbridge, RIP
Susan’s plaintive vocal on this beautiful song is so heart-piercing great I was moved almost to tears listening to this on the drive home last evening.
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Kelly Willis, Whole lotta Love is what we deserve!
What occurred to Nashville and mainstream country music is our fault. Our collective fault due to the passive way we comply when our music devolves to a corporate advertisement rather than a human expression drawn from the drama of “real” life.
Genesis with Gabriel or Collins in the lead?
Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins (both natural leaders of the band called Genesis -different approaches and styles-yet quite complimentary when in sync) Notice how they work together on these two different live versions of the same track. Please keep an eye on the histrionic antics of Mr. Gabriel versus the football player charm of Phil Collins.
Robert Palmer before the backdrop of prancing zombie models!
Some remember Robert Palmer for addicted to Love and other such hits. Those lucky enough to remember the time of the original LP remember the Robert Palmer of sneaking Sally through the Alley and sailing shoes.
Get in the groove with multi-instrumentalist FKJ!
This video rolled up, ala algorithm, on the heels of James Vickery, Until Morning Colors performance. This is what lovers do, sometimes an Algorithm is your natural ally, anticipating, serving your aural needs. This week we are back, like so many others in the funk of it
The sensual world of Kate Bush!
Why resurrect and revitalize a Kate Bush article from 2016 on 12/19/18? KATE Bush warrants a Durham Cool celebration. The Enduring, Incandescent Power of Kate Bush article in today’s online New Yorker by Margaret Talbot was a notable inspiration. This time an even deeper dive for so many of our new readers to discover. While we celebrate the up and coming British pop notables it is wise to look back on the singer/songwriter groundbreakers of British music. Kate Bush was the first UK # 1 with own penned song, Wuthering Heights (referencing the Bronte novel of the same name).
Time for Ella on Durham cool? say hell yes to the best!
It has taken us far too long, 7 years almost, to feature a tribute to our most deserving American Jazz singer, Ella Fitzgerald. Perhaps we deferred due to the plethora of living singers calling for our attention first. This may have something to do with our chief editor’s advancing age, the onslaught of early dementia. Regardless, please accept our full apologies for taking this long.
Watermelon Sugar High by Harry in Style!
The reason this guilty pleasure is so damn great is not the, pop easy summer hit refrain, but rather the Harry Styles comfortable swagger and incredible vocal. You must concede the kid is talented and he is truly Keanu Reeves cool to his fans and strangers alike.
Michael Hadreus Perfume Genius-A channel for our time.
Perfume Genius, led by creative force, Michael (Mike) Hadreus is worth your full attention.
Do you know Itsuro Shimoda?
Itsuro Shimoda
Composer
Born: May 12, 1948 (age 73 years), Miyazaki, Japan
Albums: Nakukamoshirenai, Sarigenai Yoru, Hitohira, MORE
Awards: Drama Desk Award for Most Promising Composer
Japanese singer-songwriter. Was musical director and composer for the Tokyo Kid Brothers theatre troupe in their early years.
The North Carolina Roots of Artist Ernie Barnes
This exhibition will showcase many unpublished Ernie Barnes original paintings, as well as artifacts from his life. Barnes was born and raised in Durham, North Carolina. After five seasons as a professional football player, he retired at age 27 to pursue art. Known for his unique style of elongation, energy, and movement, Barnes is the first professional American athlet
Mental health awareness month at coursera
May is Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States, a time when people come together to fight stigma around mental illness, provide support, and educate.
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When Tift and Andrew Collaborate magic is the result!
This track, Drifting Apart, featuring the harmony and back up vocals of Andrew Bird is so heartfelt beautiful.
Lyle the intern is actually?
This recurring character, Lyle the Intern, played by actor Jimmi Simpson was a cheap conceit played expertly by Jimmi with ensemble help from Letterman and Paul.
Tesla’s Energy solutions make sense!
Alternative energy sources are in our best survival self-interest. Finite energy sources no longer (see the last 40 years) make economic, climate sense. Financing a new coal power plant is so much more expensive and environmentally unsound than wind, solar power plant coupled with a storage solution (see lithium-Ion battery.
COVID 19 Training for healthcare workers from Stanford University
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Now a master’s in Computer Science is designed for students without a computer science background.
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1,2,3 Puppetry “The Time We Have” May 14/15 Southern Village!
1,2,3 Puppetry travels through the four seasons, the ticking clock, the cycle of life, the journey of a caravan, the spinning of the wheel, and the garden of inspiration, to explore what is time, and how we can make the most of it with the amount we have. Together we can see the seconds, mind the minutes, and honor the hours. Join us on our journey that features giant puppets, masks, live music, and dance that will be fun and thought provoking for the whole family.
It’s Midnight in Harlem for the lucky few
We have written many articles on this worthy band, now to find ourselves honoring the genius of this meritorious union of musical giants-marriage and fronting the band-Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks-
Get in the Use Me pocket with Bill Withers.
If this is your first time hearing this track, then bless your virgin ears. All of us are in for a treat. This Bill Withers track is on my desert island top five lists. Many of us know Bill Withers is the singer-songwriter who composed “ain’t no sunshine.” Those in the know know that bill withers is so much more than Ain’t no sunshine and grandma’s hands.
Healthy Partnership made real by Susan and Derek
What I found interesting about watching this husband-and-wife duo front this well fleshed out band was their mutual respect and telepathic, “sub lingual” conversation. Great musical partners often have these qualities. Watch closely and I think you’ll notice what I noticed, love and affection.
Too good not to include on Buddy Miller Wednesday
There’s something endearing, old-timey and almost vaudevillian about Buddy Miller and Jim Lauderdale — even the way they bill themselves as “Buddy and Jim.”
Trevor HALL’s beautiful music
Trevor Hall was born November 28, 1986) is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist. His music is a mix of roots, folk, and reggae. Many of the artist’s themes revolve around spirituality and life exploration. His album, KALA, written in Hawaii and recorded in Los Angeles, was released on August 21, 2015. It debuted at No. 2 on the iTunes singer-songwriter chart.
Van Morrison: Got to Go back
Got to go back, Van Morrison’s first track on the No Guru, no method, no teacher release. This is a track I listen to when I am immersed in the creative process. This Van release is oft overlooked and less familiar to some. This album is as full as Astral weeks, birthed of course, from the womb of Astral. You must purchase this CD for your beach and or mountain trips from Durham. No better soundtrack than this for the pastoral drive, sorting laundry, washing dishes.
It’s time for David Terry Fine Art?
David Terry’s drawings and paintings range from evocative landscapes and portraits to intricate, multi-image montages. In addition to Terry’s work in Fine Art, he illustrates regularly for a number of national magazines and newspapers. Since 1997, he has completed 26 published bookcovers, many advertising pieces, and numerous privately commissioned works. All of the work is done on paper. Tinting/painting is done with watercolor, pastel pencils, oil pencils, and inks.
Sometimes an interpretation adds new insight to the original-Gregory Porter shows us how
I watched the “hard to say it” master performance at least 20X in 24 hours and each time notice something more nuanced and subtle in the intonation, tone, and delivery of a song not penned by the performer. Then, if you have any tears of joy left, watch and or listen to Gregory re-imagine for the better, Bruno Mars “Just the way you are”
Pre-date Fumblings at Foster’s Market
We all know there is something super human about Sarah Foster. The people at Fosters Market have been feeding me and my children for 20 years out of an old lawn mower repair shop on chapel hill boulevard.
Jimbo Mathus and Andrew Bird, Squirrel nut zipping redux in LA!
Folk rocker Andrew Bird has reunited with his former Squirrel Nut Zippers bandmate for a new joint album.
Discovered this new creative effort while exploring the solo work of Andrew Bird and Bird’s collaboration with artist Tift Merrit.
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The Misch family gives us another great talent in Laura!
The music gene in the Misch family profile is clearly dominant. While watching videos of brother Tom Misch during Tom breaks out article and the performance with multi-instrumentalist, Fkj we came across sister Laura Misch
Paul Weller thru the Years
Paul John Weller (born John William Weller; 25 May 1958) is an English singer-songwriter and musician. Weller achieved fame with the punk rock/new wave/mod revival band The Jam. He had further success with the blue-eyed soul music of the Style Council (1983–1989), before establishing himself as a solo artist with his eponymous 1992 album.
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Tina Turner Chanting her way to Peace!
Video clip for the Hindu Mantra recorded by Tina Turner, Regula Curti & Dechen Shak-Dagsay for the album ‘Children Beyond’ released in 2011 and available on Amazon (See links at the bottom).
Clip created with footage from the “Children Beyond” documentary.
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The Stain A Novel for Women
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Who Knows Better than John Legend?
You may not be familiar with this song as it was not a major radio track from the Darkness and Light Album. It is my favorite track as it has blues, R&B, and Gospel elements and it is the most honest and autobiographical of all songs penned and performed by Mr. John Legend. One finds oneself proclaiming “Amen”!
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Toots Ahoy for all aspiring Jazz Chromatic harp players!
Mastery over an instrument is captivating to watch. Chromatic Harmonica soloists at the Toots level are rare.
Why I love Quorn Meatless roast
The Quorn pieces and mince are what Finnigan refers to as their “heroes”. They contain almost 90 percent mycoprotein, which is showing many health benefits. It’s low in saturated fat (less than a gram per 100g), high in protein (around 11g per 100g), high in fiber, and low in carbohydrates (3g per 100g).
Durham is the hub for innovative electronic music?
This auditory quest started over twenty years ago when life long Durham, NC friends in Rock(Hammer No More The Fingers) and Hip Hop(LiLa, Gappa Mighty) bands needed an outlet when they started exploring outside their respective genres into a charcuterie board of bombastic dance, pop and electronic tunes.
Robert Glasper – so beautiful (live at Capitol Studios)
‘Covered (The Robert Glasper Trio recorded live at Capitol Studios)’ available June 16, 2015
New work from the artist, Ann eskilsen
I have been told that my art looks as if it represents pieces from multiple artists. This may be true. I try to draw when I am in a meditative state of mind, so I often do not plan the subject that I depict. I have always been fascinated by different cultures, countries, ethnicities, and faces.
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Purchased this Hiking shoe after several friends suggested Merrell as the best all-around hiking sneaker/shoe. The reviews are strongly positive and after two weeks of routine walking, light hiking, I can confidently say these are the most comfortable shoes (out of the box) I have ever owned.
Randy Rainbow, Meritorious satire at just the right moment!
I will continue adding Randy Rainbow videos for you gentle readers as we need this incisive parody to keep us from sinking into despair with the great overwhelming amount of you know what emanating from our executive branch. Timing is everything-most, especially in comedy. Randy Rainbow does it again.
WordPress or Jekyll which is better for you?
This is the most “user-friendly” conversation on the subject of Jekyll vs. WordPress. These two bearded lads open up a friendly conversation that goes a long way towards describing the “contrast and compare” Jekyll and WordPress.
Now Get Shakey with Graves, see Shakey!
You may be familiar with Shakey Graves already? New to me. Yes, enough already about his good boy/bad boy dark eyed stare and outlaw country gritty good looks. Easy on the eyes for many women and some men. Better still raise your vibration and listen to his songwriting, multi instrumental bravado, performance authenticity.
Do you know these Canadian Groove Masters, Bahamas?
The Bahamas the Canadian groove sensation from the Great White North is an essential listen. We discovered this artist thanks to the overwhelming enthusiasm for the same from a guitar teacher, YouTube host, Michael Palmisano.
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My name is Shawn James and I am a Canadian outdoorsman, photographer, self-reliance educator, blogger and freelance writer for Ontario Tourism and outdoor magazines. In 2017 I began building a log cabin in the Canadian woods without power tools and I documented my journey on Youtube. Below are some of my videos.
Haim brings the family message to the world!
The Haim sisters are in the COVID spotlight for many good reasons. The Haim family Licorice Pizza performance (with the lead spotlight, Alana Haim) 2021 Grammy performance, and their individual and combined talent.
Amy Helm rescues all of us with her beautiful voice!
This performance reminds us how much talent comes from the genetic profile yet remember the early childhood exposure to musicians like Rick Danko, Richard Manuel, Garth Hudson, Eric Clapton, Joni Mitchell, Van Morrison, Bob Dylan, Robbie Robertson, and her father.
The brew Doctor is in the Durham cool house!
While investigating online some of the benefits and side effects of Kombucha consumption I came across this very inspirational and unique Kombucha business startup launch success story. Homebrewing
Eno’s impact on Bryan Ferry, U2, and Roxy Music
You know there’s no way that we can write about Everything but the Girl without posting also on the subject of Bryan Ferry and Roxy Music.
Consider first the degrees of separation between Bryan Ferry and Bono? It’s only 1° of separation really and that’s Brian Eno, the estimable producer of most of Roxy music’s discography and a good deal of early U2.
Sam Smith is an artist we love
Sam Smith One of the many reasons we love Sam Smith!
Jacob Collier the Todd Rundgren of right now!
Jacob is clearly gifted. A child prodigy not unlike say, Todd Rundgren. The cover of Stevie Wonder’s ” Don’t you worry bout a thing” was a herculean start, some might argue a bit of a look what I can do. I say if you can do it as well as Jacob why not demonstrate this unique gift to the world. Share and keep sharing.
We love Side 2 Tattoo You!
Tattoo You, an album released on August 24, 1981, is a kick-ass side 1 with a contrasting sultry, sexy falsetto Mick vocal, subtle songwriting pop classics on side 2.
Telegraph road then and now
We love Mark Knopfler, for the same reason that any knob with ears loves Mark Knopfler. Dire Straits are a band not to be overlooked and often play in the jukebox of your mindstream at opportune/inopportune times.
Lenny Kravitz-brings the energy and zeitgeist of the ’60s into the now!
What are your thoughts on Lenny Kravitz? Do we have a strong opine on Lenny? Do we think of him as privileged? Certainly born to affluence but Poppa may have and momma may have, God, bless the child who’s got his own?
The Kiwanuka groove train runs now!
KCRW
UK soul singer Michael Kiwanuka took some time after the release of his acclaimed debut to figure out what he really wanted to say next
Apple falls beautifully close to the Kurt apple tree
Who is Frances Bean? The rock child of Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love of course.
A demonstration of how to question obdurate individuals.
Watch how every other Democratic Representative questions Attorney General, William Barr then watch Rep. Ted Deutch question, A.G. Barr. Notice the key differences?
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Yo-Yo Ma, Bach suites for Cello: see extraordinary!
Continuing the Durham Cool tradition of featuring music posts on the Weekends, here is A sublime sonic selection from Yo Yo Ma, Bach-Suite for Cello in G Major. If you have not heard this prior, close your eyes and drink this fully into your heart and mind. Same advice for the initiated.
Our instincts were correct about Zendaya!
You notice on Google trend reports that Zendaya is trending high today due to a new “Real” teen life series on HBO called Euphoria that Drake is co-producing
A Lyrical life as composed by Pete Townshend
The primary songwriter for the Who who sang backup mostly to Roger, turns out to be the better singer over time. Voice survived in the background.
The next Apple Silica generation is now!
The new M1 Chip now inside both the Apple Air and MacBook Pro laptops, replacing the old Intel processor chip architecture is a game-changer for Apple and consumers.
Miller’s Crossing- The gift of watching more than once
We love this film for so many reasons. Watch it now if you missed it the first time around 1990. Watch again if you have not in the last year. So many good reasons to watch this morality play. The actors, cinematography, screenplay, et al.
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John Mulaney and Seth Meyers relax in mutual love
This conversation is not my dinner with Andre rather the next best thing for millennials, gen x, and boomers to bond over. There is evident respect between these two SNL veterans, John Mulaney (guest) and Seth Myers (host).
The Essence of all Vedanta
Vedanta is one of the world’s most ancient religious philosophies and one of its broadest. Based on the Vedas, the sacred scriptures of India, Vedanta affirms the oneness of existence, the divinity of the soul, and the harmony of religions.
Why Peter Gabriel is critical to all of us
You remember now how much you love Peter Gabriel for his performance gifts, transformative lyrics, and Human rights advocacy!
How to please yourself, your hygenist, and dentist with one new toothbrush!
Many years back my very smart, professional, kind hygenist recommended I purchase an electric toothbrush to save my gums. My problem, like many, was aggressive brushing (see not correct) with a non-electric toothbrush
Wolves Change the rivers
Ecosystems need large predators, like the wolf and whale, to survive and thrive. Here are two videos that demonstrate this balance nature affords. Nature is in balance, naturally. Man has upset this balance. We must restore this balance for our survival.
Louis CK routine analysis
Let’s talk about the elephant in the room, stoned dudes analyzing Louis C.K. live routines on a variety of topics other than the ELEPHANT in the room, METOO. What did Louis C.K. do? Did he impose himself on intrinsically subordinate female comedians by disrobing and masturbating in front of them, without their consent? Was the consent barely implied based on the victim’s fear of loss of reputation, a career ascent concern due to the clearly unbalanced power differential? Yes and Yes to both. Did Louis C.K. publicly and or privately apologize to his accusors, yes to publicly but we can only conjecture on whether he privately apologized.
Neil Young is back High in the Rockies!
Neil Young. Enough said? You may go to WIKI or the excellent 70 facts you might not know about Neil Young from Tidal to find the C.V. and pertinent discography. Here we focus on the music we love. Throughout this article, you will find old and new achronologically mixed together.
Bruce Cockburn-Night Train
Rock, poet Bruce Cockburn is known to you. Most likely he is on the periphery of your awareness or perhaps known to you for his mainstream radio hit, “Wondering where the Lions are”.
Tinariwen
Tinariwen (Tamasheq: ⵜⵏⵔⵓⵏ, with vowels ⵜⵉⵏⴰⵔⵉⵡⵉⵏ, pronounced Tinariwen “deserts,” plural of ténéré “desert” is a group of Tuareg musicians from the Sahara Desert region of northern Mali.
The great George Michael performance!
On 1st December 1993 on World AIDS Day, George Michael played a benefit concert in front of the late Diana, Princess of Wales at London’s Wembley Arena. Princess Diana was Britain’s Patron of the National AIDS Trust, and the Concert of Hope was televised worldwide.
Love Everyone RamDass
Most of Maharaji’s devotees were householders, people who were very involved in daily life. They had children, jobs, all kinds of stuff. And he would just go from house to house, village to village, town to town, constantly wandering from place to place, visiting with people.
NC band, Mandolin Orange is now watchhouse!
My first exposure to Mandolin Orange was an early, first year, performance of Mandolin Orange at The ENO festival river stage. It was Andrew’s deep Southern baritone that lured me to the small shade stage in a stand of trees. A mix of lyrically mature, subtle well-crafted songs, kept me close to the stage for the rest of the set. This duo was different from the average blend of Eno performers that year and certainly chronologically younger than the majority.
Mary J Blige makes makes it right
I have admired Mary J Blige for awhile and for good reasons. There is no denying her vocal chops. She may not have the most flashy uber octave range but for my money she has the most honest and pure vocal performance of any artist working today.
Padmamalla
A hundred scholars and a thousand yogis can say all they want to say about the nature of mind. But all can be summed up by this teaching of Jigme Lingpa. The mind should never be separated from loving kindness and compassion. Loving kindness and compassion should never be separated from emptiness. And mindful awareness should never be separated from emptiness. These are the key teachings.
Getting to know 1,2,3 Puppetry led by sol Ramirez
1 2 3 Puppetry (1,2,3 Puppetry) is a youth/young adult-led puppet and theatre company based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. They have been performing Spring puppet spectacles in Chapel Hill since 2017 but was started by now 17-year-old Sol Ramirez around 2010.
The main goal of 123 Puppetry group is to use puppetry, acting, music, and movement to promote a social justice message, as well as bring to light many issues that are otherwise overlooked.
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The Singing Detective May help
A word of caution, Singing Detective is so damn good; watch Episode one at your own risk as you will be compelled to watch all 6 in one sitting. Best for family sanity and your own to savor this serial drama over a number of days or Sunday nights.
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32 Short Films about Glenn Gould
This video is from one of the best independent films I have ever watched, The 32 Short Films about Glenn Gould. A brilliant musician, child prodigy, eccentric misanthrope, misunderstood artist in every sense of the phrase.
Advice while meditating Ligmincha
Greetings! As 2020 comes to a close, a new door opens with 2021. I hope no matter what this year has brought you that your practice has been a support and a refuge during this time. It has been a very difficult year for all of us for sure. But by seeing all of our present conditions—sick or not sick, employed or unemployed, happy or unhappy—we have learned so much about our individual and collective fears, our anxieties, our doubts. And when we rest and reflect, we can give space to everything. It is through being challenged that we truly have an opportunity to learn and grow.
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The Style Council, not the jam redux, overlook at your own risk.
The Style Council were an English band formed in 1983 by Paul Weller, the former singer, songwriter, and guitarist with the punk rock/new wave/mod revival band The Jam, and keyboardist Mick Talbot, previously a member of Dexys Midnight Runners, The Bureau and The Merton Parkas. The band enabled Weller to take a more soulful direction with his music.
Virginia Woolf train station scene in The Hours, Film
The Train Station Scene in the Hours with characters Virginia and Leonard
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John Coltrane: Afro Blue
I heard Afro Blue for the first time when the choreography for the Dayton Dance Company ADF performance featured this track at Stewart Theatre back in 1996. I was mesmerized by the dancer’s hypnotic synchronized movement to this Afro Blue Coltrane track. Such an incredible tour de force the way it builds momentum, from a very subtle intro, middle, and crescendo (inspirational)!
HC McEntire (lead singer of Mount Moriah) solo career is now!
H.C. McEntire, frontwoman of Mount Moriah, strikes out on her own with her debut solo album LIONHEART. Stereogum describes her voice as “weary, wise, and bright as morning sunshine all at once,” and that sunshine glows throughout the triumphant LIONHEART.
My Passion for Trees with Judy Dench
My passion for trees, with Judy Dench, following her lifetime fascination and love of trees. This is a BBC 1 production.
Mingus now!
The first time I heard a Charles Mingus composition I was instantly mesmerized by the organic melody and improvisatory order of his music. It’s a mix of bebop, soft bop, hard bop, and a little bit of old 30’s Chicago jazz. It was apparent that this was superior music that touched one at a soul level; music that invited a close immersion in mindful listening.
Joss Stone never left us.
Joss Stone, Blues, and R&B, blonde Diva with extraordinary lungs of Marvel Strength. She is back, replete with a cute baby, to entertain us again with a new release.
The Music Never Stopped Film review
I just watched, The 2011 film, The Music Never Stopped on Amazon prime. The tale of a father who struggles to bond with his estranged son Gabriel, after Gabriel suffers from a brain tumor that prevents him from forming new memories. With Gabriel unable to shed the beliefs and interests that caused their physical and emotional distance,…. Henry must learn to embrace his son’s choices and try to connect with him through music.
Adele 2021
Adele has a new album (release). Do you think Adele needs any marketing help to promote this release? Rhetorical question, of course. Our policy on the D.C. is to promote musicians we like, love, admire and notice.
Fourfiveseconds
I asked auto Alexa to play songs by Paul McCartney and the song, “FourFiveSeconds” blasts from my car’s rear speakers. What song is this, and why is it associated with Beatle Paul with no discernible vocal presence from Mr. Instantly recognizable? Now after song identification, research conducted, and collaborating artists known, we share this song with Durham Cool readers. A collaboration between Kanye and McC Paul was perhaps inevitable yet the addition of Rihanna was chosen by the Gods of music.
Crowded House-Hey Now, don’t dream…
Crowded House is a rock band formed in Melbourne in 1985. Its founding members were New Zealander Neil Finn (vocalist, guitarist, primary songwriter) and Australians Paul Hester (drums), and Nick Seymour (bass). Later band members included Neil Finn’s brother, Tim Finn, and Americans Mark Hart and Matt Sherrod.
Staples Singers-Miracle workers!
Perhaps your first exposure to this Family group was on the Band’s Last Waltz film, during the Weight song?
The Staples Singers brought us break-out star Mavis Staples, who was the soloist on most of the Staples Singers hits. We must not overlook, Pop Staples for his guitar acumen, songwriting skills, rich baritone, and gospel arrangements. Pervis, Yvonne and Cleotha played critical roles as well.
Sly and the Family Stone It’s a Family affair!
#SlyAndTheFamilyStone was an American band from San Francisco. Active from 1966 to 1983, it was pivotal in developing #funk, #soul, rock, and psychedelic music.
Lake Charles by L.W.
Lake Charles is my favorite track from Lucinda Williams album, car wheels on a gravel road. There are several great tracks on this seminal release by the great singer songwriter Lucinda Williams. “He had a reason to get back to Lake Charles. He used to talk about it he’d go on and on”.
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Triangle Real Estate Specialist
Some of you’re aware that I have maintained a Triangle Real Estate page on Facebook for 5 years.
Mad world-father and daughter-see beautiful
Tears for Fears did not take long to make it into mainstream pop as their vocal harmonies were so strong and easy on the AM/FM ears across the spectrum. Why do I return to Tears for Fears today? Curt Smith and his musically talented daughter. This featured video is a gift from the Youtube algorithm fairies. From my feed to your eyes and ears.
Anita Baker Body and Soul
Body and Soul is a masterclass performance sung by Queen, Anita Baker (see unrivaled).
