When thinking about what album to focus on, I was in more of an atmospheric mood, so I started going through the albums I have that are more ethereal and electronic in nature. I set my library on Album View mode and started scrolling through. I was going to let …
This playlist flows through several moods & styles, starting off with some old school psychedelia. If you want to stay in that genre, try these playlists: Psychedelic Basics, Psychedelic Enhanced. This was like having 15 minutes to run through the grocery store, madly grabbing things off the shelf, then having …
While getting less attention and airplay today than their contemporaries Jefferson Airplane, The Grateful Dead & Big Brother and the Holding Company, Quicksilver Messenger Service remains an important element of the late ‘60’s San Francisco sound. The twin guitar work of John Cipollina and Gary Duncan stand out with their …
I always have a general purpose or theme in mind when I create a playlist. This time ‘round I was in a more “contemplation of life” mood when thinking about what songs should go in this one. It runs through a variety of feelings, but essentially stays in the reflective, …
Another one for the guitar lovers! And for lovers of a well constructed album. And for lovers of iconic album covers! An all round very good, very tight band creating a great album. Andy Powell’s & Ted Turner’s guitar playing is excellent – strong soloing, harmonization & synchronization (especially on …
This playlist is a roller coaster. Largely composed of ’90’s songs, this puppy takes a number of twists & turns before letting you take on the rest of your day.
Ten Years After is one of those rare bands whose live albums capture their essence better than their studio versions. Alvin Lee, Leo Lyons, Chick Churchill & Ric Lee were at their best when jamming and extending songs, allowing them to showcase their combined and individual talents. If you’re a …
We are all impacted by a sense of place. We have our favourite vacation spots, hangouts, and places in which to relax. We have places that we’d like to visit. It’s no surprise, then, that there are so many songs written about places. This playlist takes you on a little …
Late night & atmospheric effects often let me pick up radio stations from far away places like Minneapolis and Little Rock, Arkansas. Minneapolis provided access to the Dr. Demento show, and Little Rock provided songs that were yet to hit the Manitoba airwaves. I used to leave the radio on …
I was listening to a song the other day that had some good slide guitar going on. I thought that a playlist highlighting some slide guitar, mandolin, pedal steel etc. was required. This was a fun one to put together. There are so many excellent artists and songs out …
