William De Vaughn* – Be thankful for what you’ve got
Diamond in the back, sunroof down, Diggin the scene with a gangsta lean, wooh-ooh-ooh…
Todd Rundgren* – Can We Still Be Friends? (GPF)
This is perfectly melancholy. It is pure, blue-eyed soul. I was reminded of it this week while listening to a new compilation album by Groove Armada called Late Night Tales – Music for pleasure, a compilation of awesomely terrible 70’s and 80’s pop.
We awoke from our dream, things are not always what they seem. Memories linger on, it’s like a sweet sad old song…
Have a great weekend. I hope it’s more uplifting than this song!
RjK
*Artist #467
David Bowie – Oh! You pretty things
The Sex Pistols* – God save The Queen
Punk isn’t a genre that has ever particularly grabbed me. It is a little too spiky and lacking in melody for my ears. However, this feels like the right song to post today. You have to give it up for HM, 60 years on the throne is no joke.
RjK
*Artist #457
Donny Hathaway – Someday we’ll all be free
Donny Hathaway was such a talent and another who died far too young. I first got into him when I heard his stupendous cover of Jealous Guy by John Lennon, which I posted last year.
The super weather has continued in London today. What is it about sunshine that makes every record sound exponentially better?
/RjK
Bee Gees – Night fever
It has been a bad week for the titans of Disco. I have been listening to the Bee Gees all day following the sad news about Robin Gibb. It doesn’t get much better than those harmonies.
After a very busy spell, I feel for the first time in a while today that I have my feet under me. Hopefully I can translate this into something productive.
RjK
Donna Summer* – Dim all the lights
Sad news about Donna Summer during the week. She was a real disco icon.
Big day today, just about to run out the door to meet a few buddies before the game. I am pretty excited for both the match and catching up with lots of old friends. Hopefully Ulster can squeak a win.
RjK
*Artist #448
The Doobie Brothers* – What a fool believes
This is a bit cheesy, but hard to dislike. Some great vocal harmony, not too mention facial hair here too. Also, a pretty enjoyable video. The “special effects” seem pretty funny now.
A big weekend ahead. Half of Ireland is descending on London for the European Rugby Cup final between Ulster (my team) and Leinster. Should be a fun and raucous weekend. There will be plenty of banter (and Guinness) to be had. If anyone wants an insight into Ulster humour, a friend of mine sent me this video earlier in the week.
RjK
*Artist #447
Taj Mahal* – Satisfied ‘n Tickled Too
Taj Mahal is an interesting artist whose work spans many decades and genres. He made music, such as this, that transformed the blues. You can really hear the Caribbean influence here, it is perfectly languid.
The lil’ red hen said to the lil’ red rooster “Rooster, you don’t come round my chicken shack as much as you used to”…
In other news I discovered this interesting blog: http://www.sleeveface.com/ Has anyone seen it before? It has a certain random charm. Something to aspire to for me.
RjK
*Artist #444
Cheryl Lynn* – Got to be real (GPF)
This is the definition of a feelgood track. Classic disco, with ridiculous over the top vocals. As I try to get myself in the mood for a very early flight to Barcelona this is putting a smile on my face and setting the correct tone. Hopefully it will be a fun (if almost certainly hectic) weekend.
Sorry if there is an interruption to normal service while I am away. I will try to find an internet cafe but that might be a challenge! If not I am back Tuesday so will get caught up then. See you on the other side.
Got to be REEAAALLL…
RjK
*Artist #435