Joe Biden to appear on Good Morning America Tuesday morning. May 12 [nypost.com]

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

Maybe for those who haven't "cut the cord" (comcast cable that is), AND set their alarm clock (kinda against my 'religion' ) for 6am central time (I don't think so). :O :P

Bobb Marley's Death Day 1981 Stir it up [youtu.be]

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

"Stir It Up" is a song composed by Bob Marley in 1967 and first recorded by his group The Wailers that year and issued as a single. The song was later covered by American singer Johnny Nash on his 1972 album I Can See Clearly Now. The following year, Marley and the Wailers re-recorded the song for their album Catch a Fire.

UPDATE- It now appears to have reverted back to the old page.

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

I don't see it as 'scary'. :P

Fading Away - YouTube

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

Good one, like it.

................ [pbs.org]

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

I think his "Humble Opinion" has merit. :)

Heart. - All I Wanna Do Is Make Love To You. [youtu.be]

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

It was composed by veteran songwriter and producer Robert John "Mutt" Lange and released as the lead single from the band's tenth studio album, Brigade, as well as their first hit single of the 1990s. The song was first recorded as "All I Want to Do Is Make Love to You" by Dobie Gray in 1979, though with different lyrics. The Heart version tells the story of an unbalanced woman who sets out to seduce a hitchhiker in order to become pregnant because although there is a man in her life, he is impotent. The lyrics go into the sordid detail of the planned affair and show how the woman gave little consideration for the man's feelings.

Time for my goodnights again and tonight I’m doing it with a 1985 Tears For Fears hit ...

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

It was written by Roland Orzabal, Ian Stanley, and Chris Hughes and produced by Hughes. "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" is a new wave song. Its lyrics detail the desire humans have for control and power and centre on themes of corruption.

[vice.

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

TWO does NOT qualify to say "Everyone" in a 'clickbait' headline ! :O :P

[medium.com] How to really get to know the person you're dating.

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

. . . just a blog . . . https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Medium_(website)#Criticism_and_controversy . . . and not a real good one . . . https://mediabiasfactcheck.com/medium/

10cc - The Things We Do For Love [youtube.com]

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

"The Things We Do for Love" is a song by British band 10cc, released as a single in 1976. It later featured on the album Deceptive Bends released in 1977 and was the group's first release after the departure of band members Godley and Creme.

[newyorker.

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

The biggest problem is the PEOPLE who are not properly disposing of them ! :O :P

They should reopen the economy. Right after they reopen the Whitehouse for tours.

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

. . . right on target :)

Little Richard dead at 87 (December 5, 1932 – May 9, 2020).

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HWAe8XjqtY8

The Finger Lakes Region of NY can re-open on Friday, says the governor.

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

. . . seems odd in NY, what are the numbers, per capita ? Is it economics ?

Armed black citizens escort Michigan lawmaker to capitol after volatile rightwing protest | US news ...

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

(Sarah Anthony) -- you go girl ! :)

Biden is going to need to pick up the moderate vote to win this.

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

You might consider posting the article in the Politics group also . . .

Coronavirus: South Dakota Sioux refuse to take down 'illegal' checkpoints.

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

The Tribes have no 'treaties' with US States, only with the US government -- and the US government has broken most (all ? ) of those. :O

Baked A La Ska - We’ll Meet Again (Vera Lynn cover) [youtu.be]

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

"We'll Meet Again" (AKA: We’ll Be Together Again) is a 1939 British song made famous by singer Vera Lynn with music and lyrics composed and written by English songwriters Ross Parker and Hughie Charles. The song gave its name to the 1943 musical film We'll Meet Again in which Dame Vera Lynn played the lead role (see 1943 in music). Lynn's recording is featured in the final scene of Stanley Kubrick's 1964 film Dr. Strangelove - with a bitter irony, as the song accompanies a nuclear holocaust which wipes out humanity. It was also used in the closing scenes of the 1986 BBC television serial The Singing Detective. British director John Schlesinger used the song in his 1979 World War II film Yanks

David Bowie with his classic.....Starman. [youtu.be]

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

Bowie recorded the song on 4 February 1972 at Trident Studios in London with his backing band known as the Spiders from Mars – comprising guitarist Mick Ronson, bassist Trevor Bolder and drummer Mick Woodmansey. The song was a late addition to the album, written as a direct response to RCA's Dennis Katz's response for a single; it replaced the Chuck Berry cover "Round and Round" on the album. The lyrics describe Ziggy Stardust bringing a message of hope to Earth's youth through the radio, salvation by an alien 'Starman'. The chorus is inspired by "Over the Rainbow", sung by Judy Garland, while other influences include T. Rex and the Supremes.

Tonight I present Santana, I got to see him live and it was fantastic.

FearlessFly comments on May 11, 2020:

"Oye Como Va" is a song written by Latin jazz and mambo musician Tito Puente in 1962 taken from the album "El Rey Bravo". Mexican-American rock group Santana's rendition further popularized the song, The title comes from the first words, which can be translated as "Listen to how [it] goes" or "Hey, how is it going".

Life with no need of oxygen... [sciencealert.com]

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

This was in the news in Feb (multiple sources) https://www.newscientist.com/article/2235009-animal-that-doesnt-need-oxygen-to-survive-discovered/

READ: Newly released Russia probe transcripts from the House Intelligence Committee | PBS NewsHour

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

WOW, that is a lot to digest. I imagine it will be in-the-news for a while :O

Is a democracy the best form of government?

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

https://winstonchurchill.org/resources/quotes/the-worst-form-of-government/

Here's hoping ... [nytimespost.com]

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

What/Why are you hoping ?

The coolest thing about having adult children is when they apologize for the little shits they were ...

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

"Youth is wasted on the young" https://quoteinvestigator.com/2015/09/07/young/

This is the BEST chart on vetting news stories I have ever seen! Easy to understand, actionable, ...

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

I found this post to be very good : "I;m an Investigative Journalist. These Are the Questions; ; ProPublica"

Steppenwolf -Screaming Night Hog [youtube.com]

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

Gold : Their Greatest Hits -- In a retrospective review, Allmusic praised the production and engineering of most of the tracks and called it a "nearly perfect" introduction to the band.

Tonight at bedtime I’m returning to perennial favourite George Michael and A Different Corner live...

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

At the time of its release in March 1986, Michael was still a member of pop duo Wham! (the song is included on Wham!'s album Music from the Edge of Heaven only released in Japan and North America, as well as their compilation album The Final, released worldwide), though he and partner Andrew Ridgeley had announced that they would split in the summer after a farewell single, album and concert. Michael had already enjoyed a solo number one on the UK Singles Chart in 1984 with "Careless Whisper", which was credited as Wham! featuring George Michael in the US.

[medium.com] How to predict/prevent the end of a relationship.

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

. . . just a blog . . . https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Medium_(website)#Criticism_and_controversy . . . and not a real good one . . . https://mediabiasfactcheck.com/medium/

Megachurch Pastor Who Frequently Attacked Atheists Dies By Suicide | Michael Stone

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

. . . article is very light on details :P

Title IX: Coaches not required to report sexual misconduct

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

This will quickly be reversed when Trump is not re-elected :)

Six flaws in the arguments for reopening - Instead of preventing covid-19, we should let ...

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

. . . keep up the good fight :)

‘Finally, a virus got me.

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

(from the article) "There will be hundreds of thousands of people worldwide, possibly more, who will need treatments such as renal dialysis for the rest of their lives." I wonder why that isn't covered well by the media . . .

America's Great Divide: Robert Reich Interview | FRONTLINE - YouTube

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

tl;dw , but I'm saving it for l8tr :)

As we maneuver our way through the pandemic, education is struggling with what teaching and learning...

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

I was 'taught' that the best teachers demonstrate how to not need teachers. :P

Happy Mothers day everyone! "A single day, of a national reminder to be thankful throughout the ...

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

"Home" is the debut single and coronation song from American Idol season 11 winner Phillip Phillips. The song was co-written by Drew Pearson and Greg Holden, and produced by Drew Pearson.

AP FACT CHECK: Trump is not credible on virus death tolls

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

One definition of 'fact' is something that when you stop believing in it, doesn't change. . . . article has several sobering facts.

Nebraska Governor Defends Decision To Hide COVID-19 Stats At Specific Meatpacking Plants

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

. . . yahoo adds nothing (tracking ? ), why not link to the actual source ? https://www.huffpost.com/entry/rachel-maddow-pete-ricketts-nebraska-meatpacking-plants-coronavirus_n_5eb5ef86c5b69c4b317a69d1

IS there anything the people really CAN do to reduce or stop the deliberate feeding of hate and ...

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

I have advocated for the browser extension NewsGuard : https://www.newsguardtech.com/ . . .but it is now subscription based -- it still does give 'green', 'grey', 'red' indications, or none if the site has not-yet been rated on their nine journalistic categories.

Greensky Bluegrass: In Control [youtu.be]

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

Greensky Bluegrass is a five-piece American bluegrass/rock band founded in Kalamazoo, Michigan in mid-2000. The band has evolved over the years, growing from 3 to 5 members, adding electric effects and touring with a full light show. "The whole notion of “traditional bluegrass” strangely remains a sticking point for plenty of the genre's faithful. Partly because of their name, many articles written about the band addresses the fact that what Greensky does is “not quite” bluegrass.

Greensky Bluegrass - Do It Alone [youtu.

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

(from greenskybluegrass.com) “Do It Alone” feels equally at home on a festival stage as it does blaring through your soundsystem. Backed by a robust groove, the song transforms traditional bluegrass instrumentation into a rich sonic backdrop highlighted by a mandolin awash in a trio of effects as well as rich echoed vocals and emotive lyrics. “I’d been trying to write a windows-down rock ‘n’ roll tune for a while,” explains Hoffman. “I got out an old guitar of mine, re-strung it, and immediately spit the song out. It’s meant to be an anthem. I ask myself, ‘Why do I do it alone?’ It’s because I’ve got a whole room of thousands singing at the top of their lungs with me. Whenever I write something emotional that might be difficult to sing, I’m reminded of the fact the crowd is there. Hopefully, it’s a reminder for other people as well and we all have something to chant together.”

[youtube.com]

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

"We're All Alone" is a song written by Boz Scaggs, which became a 1977 top-ten hit for Rita Coolidge in the US and the UK. Scaggs introduced it on his 1976 album Silk Degrees. The song was first a hit for Frankie Valli.

Two birthdays today: Donovan and Bono.

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

When Epic Records was compiling Donovan's Greatest Hits, they were either unable or unwilling to secure the rights to the original recordings of "Catch the Wind" and "Colours". Donovan re-recorded both songs in the studio with Big Jim Sullivan playing guitar, John Paul Jones on bass and keyboards and Clem Cattini on drums, produced by Mickie Most. The re-recordings were included on the greatest hits album.

Two Irish guitar legends of Rock who left us way too soon.

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

The song is about the Troubles in Northern Ireland. The song is reminiscent of the sound of their band and is influenced by both artists' wide musical palettes.

Hi there.

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

It was written by Clark Datchler and produced by Calvin Hayes and Mike Nocito.

No irony here. Not a bit. :-) [pjmedia.com]

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PJ_Media https://mediabiasfactcheck.com/pj-media/

Checkpoints. [thehill.com]

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

It is my understanding that Native Americans have no treaties with the US states, only the US government.

Bluebird - Miranda Lambert [youtu.

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

Lambert wrote the song with Luke Dick and Natalie Hemby, and described the song as "special," saying that "It's got this hope to it. It's got a darkness too, though, but it's also hopeful. Life is going to give you lemons, period. If there wasn't problems then we wouldn't appreciate the great days, but going through those things and overcoming problems—whatever they are—makes us strong and appreciate the sun. You know, it's like ten straight days of rain and then the sun comes out and you're like, 'I forgot how much I loved it.'

Cream - Dance the Night Away (from Disraeli Gears) [youtu.be]

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

Disraeli Gears features the group veering away, quite heavily, from their blues roots and indulging in more psychedelic sounds, in particular on tracks such as "Tales of Brave Ulysses", "SWLABR", "World of Pain" and "Dance the Night Away", the last of which features a 12-string guitar (the only time the instrument would be used on a Cream recording).

Old ad.... growing up we had this whole set.😊

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

If you have and entire set of bowls that say "Cool Whip" on the side -- you might be a redneck -- Jeff Foxworthy :O :P

Food Choices [youtu.be]

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

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I’m an Investigative Journalist. These Are the Questions… — ProPublica

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

I love the 'checklist' from this article ! I would wish this on everyone (including on this website). Is the Presentation One-Sided? Is There an Independent Pursuit of the Truth? Is There a Careful Adherence to the Facts? Are Those Accused Allowed to Respond? Are All Sources Named and Cited, and if Not, Is the Reason Explained? Does the Work Claim Some Secret Knowledge?

Excellent perspective of the Tara Reade/Joe Biden situation by Bill Maher. [youtube.com]

FearlessFly comments on May 10, 2020:

I'm a fan of his, and while I agree with what he said (and I think he said it well), I don't think the opinion of a celebrity/comedian should carry lots of weight.

Couldn’t go to bed without posting one by Little Richard who sadly died earlier today.

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

It was composed by Albert Collins (not to be confused with the blues guitarist of the same name) and Little Richard. Little Richard bought half of the song's rights while Collins was in Louisiana State Penitentiary.

Once again it’s bedtime for me, so I’m posting this last one here.

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

Good one.

Religion its real good or bad ?

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

. . . false dichotomy : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/False_dilemma

Here's a real shocker. .....not really, but still.... [salon.com]

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

. . . no access without "bare my soul" -- ( 'Adblock' , 'NoScript' )

if we can tear ourselves away from the politics for a moment, I have a question or two.

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

As a software developer, I had 10yrs in electronic claims, and 10yrs in electronic benefits -- what a racket. :O https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_health_care_reform_in_the_United_States Given the history, the ACA is a big step forward IMO. I am a fan (and a big beneficiary) of capitalism, but I will argue that for Health care, it has huge shortcomings (as well as for Education, but that is another 'soapbox' ). I have never understood the 'logical' connection between having (and losing) a job and having health care benefits. Imagine you have an 'accident' in which, for example, your arm is broken (ouch). In the ambulance you say "Take me to hospital X, they are having a special on broken arms this quarter" -- doesn't fit the 'capitalism' picture does it. There just are not the breadth of choices (especially for employer-based coverage). https://www.theatlantic.com/national/archive/2012/01/what-america-looked-like-polio-children-paralyzed-in-iron-lungs/251098/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polio_vaccine All the investment in the 'iron lung' saved lives, but it was eliminated in favor of vaccine(s) -- there likely other examples. https://thehill.com/opinion/healthcare/400901-dont-blame-capitalism-for-high-health-costs https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4140370/ https://time.com/5785945/health-care-problems-america/

Something a little bit different. [youtu.be]

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

(from theboot.com) The Hackensaw Boys, originally formed in Charlottesville, Va., have been around since 1999, when Sickmen founded the group with three other musicians. Sickmen left the band in the mid-2000s, but re-joined in 2012 and is now the only founding member remaining. In addition to Sickmen, the Hackensaw Boys also currently include Beau Dodson, Chris Stevens and Caleb Powers.

Earthlings Free on youtube [youtu.be]

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

tl;dw . . . am saving for l8tr :)

Seeing mars from earth

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

I have no idea what you are talking about :O :P

Do you think USA, Britain, Sweden & Ecuador are complying with the international Treaty against ...

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

https://ijrcenter.org/un-special-procedures/special-rapporteur-on-torture-and-other-cruel-inhuman-or-degrading-treatment-or-punishment/

Christian Group Defends ‘2 God Fearing Men’ Who Killed Ahmaud Arbery | Michael Stone

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

"Recently, the group Christians Against Google changed their Facebook page name to Justice for Gregory and Travis Michael."

A good article: Identity Politics and Elite Capture | Boston Review

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

A good history of identity politics, but aside from : https://academicworks.cuny.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1613=wsq (tl;dr) Not any ideas/alternatives to combat 'victimization'.

THE FLAMINGOS. I ONLY EYES FOR YOU. [youtube.com]

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

"I Only Have Eyes for You" is a romantic love song by composer Harry Warren and lyricist Al Dubin, written for the film Dames Successful recordings of the song have been made by Ben Selvin, The Flamingos, and Art Garfunkel.

Little Richard passed away today. [youtu.be]

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

The song, a jump blues, was written by John Marascalco and producer Robert "Bumps" Blackwell. Although it was first recorded by Little Richard, Blackwell produced another version by the Valiants, who imitated the fast first version recorded by Little Richard, not released at that time. Although the Valiants' version was released first (in 1957), Little Richard had the hit, reaching #4. Like all his early hits, it quickly became a rock 'n' roll standard and has subsequently been recorded by hundreds of artists.

[youtu.be] In memory of Little Richard who sadly died today

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

"Long Tall Sally" is a rock and roll 12-bar blues song written by Robert "Bumps" Blackwell, Enotris Johnson, and Little Richard; recorded by Little Richard; and released in March 1956 on the Specialty Records label. Little Richard – vocals, piano Lee Allen – tenor saxophone Alvin "Red" Tyler – baritone saxophone Frank Fields – double bass Earl Palmer – drums Edgar Blanchard – guitar

Sad News: Little Richard died at age 87.

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

"Long Tall Sally" is a rock and roll 12-bar blues song written by Robert "Bumps" Blackwell, Enotris Johnson, and Little Richard; recorded by Little Richard; and released in March 1956 on the Specialty Records label. Little Richard – vocals, piano Lee Allen – tenor saxophone Alvin "Red" Tyler – baritone saxophone Frank Fields – double bass Earl Palmer – drums Edgar Blanchard – guitar

Hope.

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

(from songfacts.com) Shaggy wrote this based on his personal experiences. Raised by a single mother in Jamaica, they didn't have much, but they always had hope. Looking back on his success, he realizes how valuable those experiences were. This was used in the Kevin Costner movie For Love Of The Game.

Happy 71st birthday, Billy Joel. Just the Way you are. [youtu.be]

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

Joel shared that the melody and chord progression for this song came to him while he was dreaming. In an interview on the Howard Stern Radio Show on November 16, 2010, Joel revealed that the inspiration for writing the name of the song and how it sounds in the chorus was directly taken from the last line in the Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons song "Rag Doll"; which incidentally was also a larger inspiration for Joel's later song, "Uptown Girl". The song, which Joel had written for his first wife (and also his business manager at the time) Elizabeth Weber, was not liked by either Joel or his band, and Joel had originally decided against making the track a part of The Stranger, but at the request of both Linda Ronstadt and Phoebe Snow (both were recording in other studios in the same building at the time), he agreed to put the song on the final mix.

Song from The Doors today, I first heard them when I was learning to Scuba Dive and fell in love ...

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

The "Alabama Song"—also known as "Moon of Alabama", "Moon over Alabama", and "Whisky Bar"—is an English version of a song written by Bertolt Brecht and translated from German by his close collaborator Elisabeth Hauptmann in 1925 and set to music by Kurt Weill for the 1927 play Little Mahagonny. It was reused for the 1930 opera Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny and has been notably covered by The Doors and David Bowie. Jim Morrison – Lead vocals, tambourine, backing vocals Robby Krieger – Guitar, backing vocals Ray Manzarek – Organ, Marxophone, keyboard bass, backing vocals John Densmore – Drums, backing vocals Paul Rothchild – Backing vocals

Uriah Heep. - Wizard 1972 [youtu.be]

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

It was composed by Mark Clarke and Ken Hensley. It is a gentle, semi-acoustic ballad whose lyrics deal with a man wandering until he meets "the Wizard of a thousand kings", a possible reference to the druid Merlin, to Gandalf, to an angel, to a bodhisattva, or even God. This song is the first Uriah Heep single which had a music video.

[youtu.

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

Written primarily by John Lennon and credited to Lennon–McCartney. The song is the opening track on their 1969 album Abbey Road . "Come Together" was inspired by a request from Timothy Leary to write a song for his campaign for governor of California against Ronald Reagan, which promptly ended when Leary was sent to prison for possession of marijuana.

Have you discovered any new pandemic perspectives?

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

(from the Showtime series "I'm dying Up Here") In the morning Eustice came-up behind Hattie in the kitchen, pinched her tukas and said "If you could firm this up, you could get rid of your girdle. Now, Hattie thought this was inappropriate, but she didn't respond. That night in bed, Eustice rolled-over, grabbed Hatties' breast and said "If you could firm these up, you could get rid of your bra. Then, Hattie rolled over, grabbed his 'member' with a firm grip and said "If you could firm this up, we could get rid of the Postman, the Butcher, and your Brother" ! :O

GONNA MAKE YOU A START - DAVID ESSEX .

FearlessFly comments on May 9, 2020:

Written by David Essex and produced by Jeff Wayne, "Gonna Make You a Star" was Essex's first number-one, spending three weeks at the top of the UK Singles Chart. Essex's song was also featured in his jukebox musical, All the Fun of the Fair.

Why is it that everyone believes that wearing a mask is important?

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

Were those studies done in the midst of a Pandemic ? Why not follow advice of epidemeologists, CDC ?

[foreignpolicy.com] Sorry Americans you haven't ever had a real lockdown yet compared to Spain.

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

. . . why make it a freaking 'contest' ?

That's it.

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

https://gisanddata.maps.arcgis.com/apps/opsdashboard/index.html#/bda7594740fd40299423467b48e9ecf6

Coronavirus found in men's semen - CNN

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

this post is a dupe of : "Coronavirus found in men's semen [edition.cnn.com]"

Old but relevant: In case you missed it on 60 Minutes, this is what Andy Rooney thinks about ...

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

https://www.elderoptionsoftexas.com/jokes.htm

Bedtime tonight and my clock says it’s 12.

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

It was written and composed, as a collaboration among all the members of the band, for their second album A Rush of Blood to the Head. Built around a piano riff, the song features cryptic lyrics concerning themes of contrast and urgency. It features a repeating piano melody and a minimalist, atmospheric soundscape of synthesizer pads, drums, electric guitar, and bass guitar. Martin applied an ostinato, with emphasis that imitates a three against two polyrhythm, as well as a descending scale on the piano chord progression, which switches from major to minor chords.

Thoughts?

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

. . . false dichotomy (as you describe it), there are thousands of implementations of 'gods'.

Saddling kids with troublesome names just because their parents like it.

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZR5XGTpophI

An update.

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

https://mediabiasfactcheck.com/inquisitr/

An update.

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shooting_of_Justine_Damond

[youtube.com] New from Bob Dylan!!!! Awesome lyrics!!!!!

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

Rough and Rowdy Ways will be Dylan’s 37th studio album, coming 57 years after his debut LP. (from brooklynvegan.com) New single “False Prophet” (track two on the album) is a little different than the last two and more of a rough-edged blues rock song, with Dylan marrying his gravelly voice to riffy electric guitars. And it’s a little more traditionally structured lyrically than the other two songs, but this is Bob Dylan, so he’s always sneaking in depth.

[youtube.com] New from Bob Dylan!!!! Awesome lyrics!!!!!

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

"False Prophet" is a single by the American singer-songwriter Bob Dylan, released on May 8, 2020. The song was released on the same day Dylan announced his 39th studio album, Rough and Rowdy Ways.

Musical comfort, "You can close your eyes".[rollingstone.com]

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

It has often been described as a lullaby. It was initially recorded by his sister Kate Taylor for her 1971 album Sister Kate. The song has been covered by many artists, including Carly Simon, Linda Ronstadt, Maureen McGovern, Richie Havens, Sheryl Crow, Sting, Eddie Vedder with Natalie Maines and the King's Singers.

I almost let the day go by without acknowledging Robert Johnson 's birthday.

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

The song was originally released on 78 rpm format as Vocalion 03416 and ARC 7-03-56. Johnson performed the song in the key of A, and recorded two takes, the first of which contains his only recorded guitar solo. Both takes were used for different pressings of both the Vocalion issue and the ARC issue. The first take (SA-2580-1) can be found on many compilation albums, including the first one, King of the Delta Blues Singers (1961). Take 2 (SA-2580-2) can be heard on the later compilation Robert Johnson, The Complete Recordings (1990).

[m.

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

Lobo signed with Curb Records in 1977, releasing the single "Afterglow", co-produced by Lobo and Gernhard, and in 1978 "You Are All I'll Ever Need". No full-length album materialized from these sessions.

A good song, and a good singer covering it. [youtu.be]

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

"Seven Bridges Road" is a song written by American musician Steve Young, recorded in 1969 for his Rock Salt & Nails album. It has since been covered by many artists, the best-known version being a five-part harmony arrangement by English musician Iain Matthews recorded by the American rock band Eagles in 1980. 2001 – Dolly Parton on her album Little Sparrow. Parton was a fan of the Eagles' version, especially liking its harmonies; for her version Parton sang harmony with sisters Becky and Sonya Isaacs.

More than 12,000 Catholic churches in the U.S. applied for PPP loans – and 9,000 got them

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

. . . this is a dupe of : "[cbsnews."

Queen With Paul Rodgers - We Believe [youtube.com]

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

"We Believe" was released as a promo single in Italy, and reached #4 in the Virgin radio charts. It was edited down from its original 6-minute album version to less than 4 minutes.

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FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

Its contrasting movements were reportedly composed separately by Clapton and Gordon. The piano part has also been controversially credited to Rita Coolidge, Gordon's girlfriend at the time. The song was inspired by a love story that originated in 7th-century Arabia and later formed the basis of The Story of Layla and Majnun by the 12th-century Persian poet Nizami Ganjavi, a copy of which Ian Dallas had given to Clapton. The book moved Clapton profoundly, because it was the tale of a young man who fell hopelessly in love with a beautiful young girl, went crazy and so could not marry her. The song was further inspired by Clapton's then-unrequited love for Pattie Boyd, the wife of his friend and fellow musician George Harrison of the Beatles. Clapton and Boyd would eventually marry.

The Breeders-Cannonball [youtu.be]

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

The rhythm of the introduction is constructed from metallic clicking on a snare rim and cymbal stand, which is tapped out by drummer Jim McPherson. The recording contains a musical tension amounted from the drum and bass hooking up while a slithering guitar lick skips above before being overtaken by crunching guitars. The quirky musical arrangement has a relentless, rolling momentum that features frequent dynamic pauses and stuttering, start-and-stop transitions before evening out into an infectious, melodic hook layered with sweet vocal harmonies.

The Spencer Davis Group - Gimme Some Lovin'. Stereo [youtu.be]

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

"Gimme Some Lovin'" is a song written by Steve Winwood, Spencer Davis and Muff Winwood, although solely credited to Steve Winwood on the UK single label, and performed by the Spencer Davis Group. As recalled by bassist Muff Winwood, the song was conceived, arranged, and rehearsed in just half an hour. At the time, the group was under pressure to come up with another hit, following the relatively poor showing of their previous single, "When I Come Home", written by Jamaican-born musician Jackie Edwards

The Breeders - Cannonball [youtu.be]

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

The rhythm of the introduction is constructed from metallic clicking on a snare rim and cymbal stand, which is tapped out by drummer Jim McPherson. The recording contains a musical tension amounted from the drum and bass hooking up while a slithering guitar lick skips above before being overtaken by crunching guitars. The quirky musical arrangement has a relentless, rolling momentum that features frequent dynamic pauses and stuttering, start-and-stop transitions before evening out into an infectious, melodic hook layered with sweet vocal harmonies.

Spencer Davis Group "Gimme Some Lovin" [youtu.be]

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

"Gimme Some Lovin'" is a song written by Steve Winwood, Spencer Davis and Muff Winwood, although solely credited to Steve Winwood on the UK single label, and performed by the Spencer Davis Group. As recalled by bassist Muff Winwood, the song was conceived, arranged, and rehearsed in just half an hour. At the time, the group was under pressure to come up with another hit, following the relatively poor showing of their previous single, "When I Come Home", written by Jamaican-born musician Jackie Edwards

This has my favourite 'Hey' in it :-) The Spencer Davis Group - Gimme Some Lovin'. [youtu.be]

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

"Gimme Some Lovin'" is a song written by Steve Winwood, Spencer Davis and Muff Winwood, although solely credited to Steve Winwood on the UK single label, and performed by the Spencer Davis Group. As recalled by bassist Muff Winwood, the song was conceived, arranged, and rehearsed in just half an hour. At the time, the group was under pressure to come up with another hit, following the relatively poor showing of their previous single, "When I Come Home", written by Jamaican-born musician Jackie Edwards

I used to think that communication was was the key until I realized comprehension is.

FearlessFly comments on May 8, 2020:

wrt meaningful communication, I contend that misunderstanding is typically incredibly easy, and (real) understanding is typically incredibly hard. :O :P