Music
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Going into a long weekend of spring catching up. I’ll return to regular posts soon. Here’s one of my fave recordings of Rickey Betts playing Jessica. I heard The Allman Brothers Band play the song at the University of Iowa Field House on Nov. 9, 1973, shortly after it was released. They won a Grammy… Read more
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In high school I worked part time at a discount department store called Turn-Style. Located on Brady Street near what was then the edge of town, the meager income enabled me to purchase a used Volkswagen Beetle and save money for college. I made my first contribution to Social Security while there and learned work… Read more
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My story includes music, especially as I left home in 1970 to begin university. College began a period of adventure and learning that extended through my return to Iowa City in 1980 and subsequent marriage in 1982. In following years I pivoted to providing for our family, which eventually included a daughter who had a… Read more
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After writing yesterday’s post I located the Yamaha guitar I bought for $300 in 1970. It was under the bed, covered in dust, with two broken strings sticking out of the case. I opened it, saw the guitar was virtually unchanged, then closed the lid and slid it back under the bed. Not yet. Last… Read more
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During the last couple of decades the role of music in my life diminished. There was no plan, it happened on its own, without a recognizable nudge. My guitars and banjo are tucked in safe places around the house, protected from the elements, largely unused. I sold my Telecaster to long-time friend Dennis. It has… Read more
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We don’t have mountains in Iowa. There are only so many cliffs. The idea of a landslide conjures something abstract and usage is mostly related to politics and the hope of a big win in the November general election. Politics is not what I have in mind. I’m on a bit of hiatus. Not sure… Read more
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I’m on hiatus for a while to take care of the garden and other necessities. In the meanwhile, enjoy this song from the Foundations. “Why do you build me up, buttercup baby, just to let me down?” Read more
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It’s time to focus on yard and garden for the weekend. But not before a little bit of musical fun. Read more
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A Russian airplane with 92 people on board crashed into the Black Sea near Sochi, Russia today. While rescue teams search for survivors, it appears all lives were lost, including 72 members of the Red Army Choir who were enroute to Syria to entertain Russian troops. The world is saddened by the loss. Here is… Read more
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Time to slow down and consider what’s next for a while. Enjoy one of my current faves, followed by Bob Dylan’s Nobel Prize acceptance speech: Bob Dylan’s Nobel Prize Acceptance Speech Dec. 10, 2016 Good evening, everyone. I extend my warmest greetings to the members of the Swedish Academy and to all of the other… Read more
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