Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Feel Good Music 3rd Entry
Trends in music are crazy. As soon as some artist find success or discover something that is unique, over kill is usually guaranteed. Instead of being creative or wanting to set themselves apart, some artists would rather be safe and copy what was a successful sound or style from a peer.
Seems as if the majority of artist from previous decades took pride in being original. Having a unique sound was celebrated. For example, Roger Troutman and his talk box created some classic tunes. Along with Roger the group Zapp created gems, songs that carried flare and never sound the same as the next. Each having its own character, beat and flow.
Roger almost single handling destroyed my family (Lol) but that's another story... The music created by the band is infectious, its soulfulness gets down to the bones and seems to never get old.
Way before T-Pain and that damn T-Pain Microphone that kids where clamoring for at Christmas, there was Zapp and Roger. The sound was ahead of its time and unique, not overbearing like the auto tune gimmick that was all over the place a few years back.
Here's another tune that I consider Feel Good Music.
Entry #3
Zapp & Roger - Computer Love
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http://m.beemp3.com/download.php?file=6170179&song=Computer+Love
Purchase:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002Q6UXLW/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1331038955&sr=8-1
Watch:
http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=5RrAWiC0MF4
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Monday, February 20, 2012
Feel Good Music 2nd Entry
Growing up, my brother and I would work hard on the weekends so we could buy the things that we wanted. More then half the time we would use our hard earned money to buy music. I can remember buying tape after tape to add to the our collection, just two little music junkies looking for that next hot joint.
Records or tapes from the local music stores was the source for new music. No such thing as downloading or bootleggers. Well you could put that piece of tissue in the holes on that tape and get your dubbing on but that's another story.
We used the radio and music video channels to find those hits. My brother and I always had a formula to getting our music fix. We would buy music from a known artist and music from a not so well known artist. I think this is the reason we both share that ear for the underground to this very day.
Knowing that we were going to have to sneak time on my dad's fancy high powered stereo system, we would do the majority of our listening after school. We rushed home from the bus, pulled out the vinyl and tapes and listen for a few minutes always making sure to put everything back like it was to avoid any repercussions from using the good stereo.
Certain songs bring certain memories. The soundtrack to my childhood is filled with legendary bands, classic verses, sound effects and beats. I love hearing music that spans my life's time line, it gives me a chance to reminisce.
Seems like every classic tunes has a memory attached. I cherish those memories. Family, friends, good times and a chance to soak up real music was all we needed.
Here another seed from the past. Another song that brings back happy memories and lifts my spirits every time I hear it. Like food for the soul...
2nd entry:
Eric B & Rakim - What's on Your Mind
Play:
http://www.mediafire.com/?z5mujynmjna
Purchase:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000WLL9UW/ref=aw_d_iv_dmusic?is=l
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Records or tapes from the local music stores was the source for new music. No such thing as downloading or bootleggers. Well you could put that piece of tissue in the holes on that tape and get your dubbing on but that's another story.
We used the radio and music video channels to find those hits. My brother and I always had a formula to getting our music fix. We would buy music from a known artist and music from a not so well known artist. I think this is the reason we both share that ear for the underground to this very day.
Knowing that we were going to have to sneak time on my dad's fancy high powered stereo system, we would do the majority of our listening after school. We rushed home from the bus, pulled out the vinyl and tapes and listen for a few minutes always making sure to put everything back like it was to avoid any repercussions from using the good stereo.
Certain songs bring certain memories. The soundtrack to my childhood is filled with legendary bands, classic verses, sound effects and beats. I love hearing music that spans my life's time line, it gives me a chance to reminisce.
Seems like every classic tunes has a memory attached. I cherish those memories. Family, friends, good times and a chance to soak up real music was all we needed.
Here another seed from the past. Another song that brings back happy memories and lifts my spirits every time I hear it. Like food for the soul...
2nd entry:
Eric B & Rakim - What's on Your Mind
Play:
http://www.mediafire.com/?z5mujynmjna
Purchase:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000WLL9UW/ref=aw_d_iv_dmusic?is=l
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Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Feel Good Music 1st Entry
Music is a time capsule, a vehicle of expression. It can mold the soul
or get you in the mood. Music can be directly associated with time,
place and thing.
As a kid growing up I remember my dad blasting soul tunes. The O'Jays, Johnny Guitar Watson, Zapp, Barry White and many others. On a daily bases he would reminisce good times through music.
These artist marked my dad's glory days. A few of those jams came with a little dance and a story, usually about how convincing he was with the ladies. Now those days and nights of loud music and story telling register in my mind as good times.
As a child I can remember a lot of those tunes. As a matter of fact they still play today in my mind, marking memories of happiness and family. I can remember walking downtown Florence with my brother and friends to McCant's Records to get the latest record or tape. Music during those times made people smile, dance and feel good.
Today music has took a turn. Radio is a joke. There's only a few hours during the day where most would even consider listening. Programmer's hourly repeat and pay for play methods have forced us to tune out and opt for alternatives such as Pandora or Satellite radio for variety.
A huge majority of today's music doesn't move you. Think about it... How many recently released tunes give you that feel good vibe? Most artist are less creative and slaves to trends. Seems like every song sounds like the last. The ideas of creativity, substance and originality are challenged by few.
Almost every song tries to puts you in a impaired club mood which is cool for some but no not realistic. Where's the music you can enjoy while sober...? I often wonder what today's youth will consider feel good music when they reach their later years.
Today I will start to compile a feel good music play list. Tunes that spark good feelings, memories and a productive vibe. No matter if you're relaxing, working or getting a little exercise, these songs make you feel good. Songs that put you in a space, forcing you to open the time capsule attached and reminisce.
I will include a link to play the tune, a link for purchase and a video if available.
Please provide your comments, memories and feedback.
Thanks Family
1st entry:
I Love Music - The O'Jays
Play:
http://www.mediafire.com/?
Purchase:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/
Watch:
http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?
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As a kid growing up I remember my dad blasting soul tunes. The O'Jays, Johnny Guitar Watson, Zapp, Barry White and many others. On a daily bases he would reminisce good times through music.
These artist marked my dad's glory days. A few of those jams came with a little dance and a story, usually about how convincing he was with the ladies. Now those days and nights of loud music and story telling register in my mind as good times.
As a child I can remember a lot of those tunes. As a matter of fact they still play today in my mind, marking memories of happiness and family. I can remember walking downtown Florence with my brother and friends to McCant's Records to get the latest record or tape. Music during those times made people smile, dance and feel good.
Today music has took a turn. Radio is a joke. There's only a few hours during the day where most would even consider listening. Programmer's hourly repeat and pay for play methods have forced us to tune out and opt for alternatives such as Pandora or Satellite radio for variety.
A huge majority of today's music doesn't move you. Think about it... How many recently released tunes give you that feel good vibe? Most artist are less creative and slaves to trends. Seems like every song sounds like the last. The ideas of creativity, substance and originality are challenged by few.
Almost every song tries to puts you in a impaired club mood which is cool for some but no not realistic. Where's the music you can enjoy while sober...? I often wonder what today's youth will consider feel good music when they reach their later years.
Today I will start to compile a feel good music play list. Tunes that spark good feelings, memories and a productive vibe. No matter if you're relaxing, working or getting a little exercise, these songs make you feel good. Songs that put you in a space, forcing you to open the time capsule attached and reminisce.
I will include a link to play the tune, a link for purchase and a video if available.
Please provide your comments, memories and feedback.
Thanks Family
1st entry:
I Love Music - The O'Jays
Play:
http://www.mediafire.com/?
Purchase:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/
Watch:
http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?
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