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Etta James (born Jamesetta Hawkins; January 25, 1938 – January 20, 2012) was an American singer who performed in various genres, including blues, R&B, soul, rock and roll, jazz and gospel. (Ad from the Vancouver Sun, 1967.)
January 25, 2026 at 5:44 PM
Etta James (born Jamesetta Hawkins; January 25, 1938 – January 20, 2012) was an American singer who performed in various genres, including blues, R&B, soul, rock and roll, jazz and gospel. (Ad from the Vancouver Sun, 1967.)
Goon Squad (Remastered 2020)
YouTube video by Elvis Costello - Topic
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January 25, 2026 at 6:08 AM
Thinking back to 2016 seems to be a thing. Photo of a field trip I took to the MOV. And a shot of the west end, near sunset, late November.
January 23, 2026 at 5:44 PM
Thinking back to 2016 seems to be a thing. Photo of a field trip I took to the MOV. And a shot of the west end, near sunset, late November.
From the January 15, 1962 Vancouver Sun. You could learn a lot just by reading the newspaper.
January 15, 2026 at 5:18 PM
From the January 15, 1962 Vancouver Sun. You could learn a lot just by reading the newspaper.
Marcus Antonius (14 January 83 BC – 1 August 30 BC)
January 14, 2026 at 4:15 PM
Marcus Antonius (14 January 83 BC – 1 August 30 BC)
Terrence Williams (born 11 January 1948) is a retired Welsh rock drummer. During the 1970s and early 1980s Williams was drummer with Dave Edmunds / Rockpile and Man. Rockpile split in 1981 and Williams joined Dire Straits from 1982 until 1988.
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Just the Drummer In The Band
YouTube video by Paul Morgan
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January 11, 2026 at 5:47 PM
Terrence Williams (born 11 January 1948) is a retired Welsh rock drummer. During the 1970s and early 1980s Williams was drummer with Dave Edmunds / Rockpile and Man. Rockpile split in 1981 and Williams joined Dire Straits from 1982 until 1988.
youtu.be/-WRMz3bLMNM?...
youtu.be/-WRMz3bLMNM?...
I was not at this show (I saw him in the shadows with Iggy Pop a year later) so I can't comment on the review. Another person who was there said it was short. Ad from the November 29, 1975 Vancouver Sun. Review from the February 3, 1976 Vancouver Sun.
January 9, 2026 at 5:19 AM
I was not at this show (I saw him in the shadows with Iggy Pop a year later) so I can't comment on the review. Another person who was there said it was short. Ad from the November 29, 1975 Vancouver Sun. Review from the February 3, 1976 Vancouver Sun.
Resolved! December 31, 1909.
January 2, 2026 at 10:41 PM
Resolved! December 31, 1909.
I'm glad I don't have to work New Year's Eve anymore.
December 31, 2025 at 5:35 PM
I'm glad I don't have to work New Year's Eve anymore.
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Dec. 29, 1977: influenced by '60s surf, psychedelia & folk-rock, & led by brothers Joe (guitar), Mike (vocals) & David Nolte (bass), LA's The Last released their debut single, "She Don't Know Why I'm Here" backed by "The Bombing Of London", on their own Backlash Records.
Dec. 29, 1977: influenced by '60s surf, psychedelia & folk-rock, & led by brothers Joe (guitar), Mike (vocals) & David Nolte (bass), LA's The Last released their debut single, "She Don't Know Why I'm Here" backed by "The Bombing Of London", on their own Backlash Records.
The Last "She Don't Know Why I'm Here" video
YouTube video by lastwebsite
youtu.be
December 29, 2025 at 5:40 PM
youtu.be/cwGQXkcOzEs?...
Dec. 29, 1977: influenced by '60s surf, psychedelia & folk-rock, & led by brothers Joe (guitar), Mike (vocals) & David Nolte (bass), LA's The Last released their debut single, "She Don't Know Why I'm Here" backed by "The Bombing Of London", on their own Backlash Records.
Dec. 29, 1977: influenced by '60s surf, psychedelia & folk-rock, & led by brothers Joe (guitar), Mike (vocals) & David Nolte (bass), LA's The Last released their debut single, "She Don't Know Why I'm Here" backed by "The Bombing Of London", on their own Backlash Records.
CFUN Xmas Spectacular, December 29, 1965 at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. From the December 24 and 30, 1965 Vancouver Sun.
December 29, 2025 at 5:38 PM
CFUN Xmas Spectacular, December 29, 1965 at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. From the December 24 and 30, 1965 Vancouver Sun.
I seem to remember Monty McFarlane (CJOR) reciting the catch phrase, "beautiful baubles for your biffy" on his a.m. timeslot. I should be doing something else. 1975 ad.
December 28, 2025 at 6:01 PM
I seem to remember Monty McFarlane (CJOR) reciting the catch phrase, "beautiful baubles for your biffy" on his a.m. timeslot. I should be doing something else. 1975 ad.
December 28, 1968, Vanilla Fudge, Led Zepellin and The Trials of Jayson Hoover play at the Pacific Coliseum. Ad from the December 23, 1968 Vancouver Sun. Review from the January 3, 1969 Columbian.
December 28, 2025 at 5:07 PM
December 28, 1968, Vanilla Fudge, Led Zepellin and The Trials of Jayson Hoover play at the Pacific Coliseum. Ad from the December 23, 1968 Vancouver Sun. Review from the January 3, 1969 Columbian.
What kids could go watch starting Boxing Day, 1964.
December 26, 2025 at 5:39 PM
What kids could go watch starting Boxing Day, 1964.
December 26, 1963 – The Beatles' "I Want to Hold Your Hand" and "I Saw Her Standing There" are released in the United States, marking the beginning of Beatlemania on an international level.
Ad from the January 4, 1964 issue of Cashbox.
Ad from the January 4, 1964 issue of Cashbox.
December 26, 2025 at 5:38 PM
December 26, 1963 – The Beatles' "I Want to Hold Your Hand" and "I Saw Her Standing There" are released in the United States, marking the beginning of Beatlemania on an international level.
Ad from the January 4, 1964 issue of Cashbox.
Ad from the January 4, 1964 issue of Cashbox.
Xmas almost done except for the mounting.
December 25, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Xmas almost done except for the mounting.
Patty Surbey - (I Want) A Beatle For Christmas
YouTube video by aatoz music
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December 24, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Xmas nonsense. Merry Krimble.
December 24, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Xmas nonsense. Merry Krimble.
From three years ago. If was colder today we'd be getting the equivalent. Luckily, you can't shovel rain. Easily, at least.😉
December 21, 2025 at 5:49 PM
From three years ago. If was colder today we'd be getting the equivalent. Luckily, you can't shovel rain. Easily, at least.😉
Seasonal messages.
December 20, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Seasonal messages.