Before I start, I should mention that, many many years ago, I did know some music theory. The first instrument I learned to play, even before the baritone horn in 4th grade, was the piano. Learning to play both included structured lessons. So yes, I did at one time in my life know some theory. […]
Covering “White Bird”! Band members are: Nancy Kuykendall – VOX, Keys. Chris Flores – Drums (soon to be guitar when we find a song he wants to play) Joanne Calhoun – VOX, percussion. Rick Calhoun – VOX, Guitar, Master Songwriter. Me – VOX, Bass. Keep in mind we’re minus one band member, brilliant guitarist / […]
One of Fresno’s great musicians has passed away. Jerry Margosian, spectacular voice, bass player extraordinaire… When i would go to one of the shows he was playing, I would always think to myself “Man, I would love to be able to play and sing and perform like that guy”. I didn’t know him that well, […]
After 25 years, Canada has officially banned the Dire Straits song “Money For Nothing” because it’s extremely offensive! You Know, it has the word “Faggot” in it. Blog Pals and Facebook Friends, Please link to the offensive song and lets offend Canada like never before!!!! Signed – A Bass Playing “Faggot”! Watch Dire Straits – […]
He had a number of really good songs, but this and “Stuck In The Middle” are ageless. “Baker Street” features one of the greatest sax lines ever laid down on a rock record. It came out when I was about 12. I was struggling with life, and the mood of that song so fit the […]
I have no money to give for them.. So instead, I sing. As we speak, I’m making copies of Christmas Carol lyrics for the San Joaquin Valley Children’s Hospital charity gig tonight! A bunch of Fresno’s local musicians perform Christmas Carols for the children, many who are terminally ill and may not make it. Of […]
OK my musician friends – Here’s the quiz: Name ten bands / artists who have influenced your playing. There is a purpose to this, which will be revealed after a while. I’m won’t add mine yet, as I don’t want to influence the choices. My non-musician friend can chime in too! Ready… Set… Go!
Here is one of the songs I performed on Friday night… Without my bass… Just me and my awesome Taylor 614CE, strumming and sing as if I were a somebody! All alone on stage! All by my little lonesome… First time… Ever! What? How did this happen??? When did I become a guitardist??? After all, […]
Wine, Women, and Song! All are different when you’re in your mid twenties versus your mid forties. Let me explain. The wine. OK. On the plus side, as you’ve gotten older and mellowed out, all but the severe problem drinkers have gained a much better appreciation for wine and what it is. It’s an art! – […]
Yep! After 20 years of being shelved, Richard Page and the other Mr’s have managed to talk the record company into surrendering the last recorded Mr. Mister album called “Pull“, and this 20 year old collection of songs is going to be released this month! For those who are not in the loop, Pull was […]