EC Powell
@spiderwisdom.bsky.social
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EC Powell
@spiderwisdom.bsky.social
· Nov 18
I regret almost all interactions almost immediately, so take that under advisement.
Every year the NBA tries to sell me on this Emirates Cup nonsense, and every year the NBA fails to sell me on this Emirates Cup nonsense. #NBA
October 31, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Every year the NBA tries to sell me on this Emirates Cup nonsense, and every year the NBA fails to sell me on this Emirates Cup nonsense. #NBA
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Sorry to hear esteemed English double bassist Danny Thompson has died at 86. He was a member of Pentangle but also accompanied musicians such as Nick Drake, John Martyn (his frequent drinking buddy), and Richard Thompson. Pentangle live in 1971. #RIPDannyThompson m.youtube.com/watch?v=jgIW...
Pentangle - BBC in Concert, 4th January 1971 (FULL SHOW)
YouTube video by Pentangle
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September 24, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Sorry to hear esteemed English double bassist Danny Thompson has died at 86. He was a member of Pentangle but also accompanied musicians such as Nick Drake, John Martyn (his frequent drinking buddy), and Richard Thompson. Pentangle live in 1971. #RIPDannyThompson m.youtube.com/watch?v=jgIW...
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Photo of Danny Thompson by the late photographer Bruce Griffin. #RIPDannyThompson
September 24, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Photo of Danny Thompson by the late photographer Bruce Griffin. #RIPDannyThompson
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Richard Thompson performing his song "Mingus Eyes" on Austin City Limits in 2001. Danny Thompson on double bass. #RIPDannyThompson
m.youtube.com/watch?v=CBeF...
m.youtube.com/watch?v=CBeF...
Richard Thompson - Mingus Eyes
YouTube video by John D
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September 24, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Richard Thompson performing his song "Mingus Eyes" on Austin City Limits in 2001. Danny Thompson on double bass. #RIPDannyThompson
m.youtube.com/watch?v=CBeF...
m.youtube.com/watch?v=CBeF...
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RIP Ozzy Osbourne. Glad he was able to have one final concert that celebrated his life and work. A true legend and rock god has been lost. Now in color👇👇👇
July 24, 2025 at 3:32 AM
RIP Ozzy Osbourne. Glad he was able to have one final concert that celebrated his life and work. A true legend and rock god has been lost. Now in color👇👇👇
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I was editing some photos from last Saturday. I hadn't noticed that this photo captured the crescent moon. Zoom in on the bottom right. So cool!
Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
July 5, 2025 at 9:00 PM
I was editing some photos from last Saturday. I hadn't noticed that this photo captured the crescent moon. Zoom in on the bottom right. So cool!
Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
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One of my favorite annual @democracynow.org traditions is that we always play this video of James Earl Jones reading Frederick Douglass's speech "What to the Slave is the 4th of July?"
If you've never read or heard the speech, it's well worth your time.
If you've never read or heard the speech, it's well worth your time.
James Earl Jones Reads Frederick Douglass Speech "What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?"
YouTube video by Democracy Now!
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July 4, 2025 at 3:29 PM
One of my favorite annual @democracynow.org traditions is that we always play this video of James Earl Jones reading Frederick Douglass's speech "What to the Slave is the 4th of July?"
If you've never read or heard the speech, it's well worth your time.
If you've never read or heard the speech, it's well worth your time.
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Late American blues singer and harmonica player Junior Wells was born in 1934. Wells performing his signature song "Messin' With the Kid" live at the 1974 Montreux Jazz Festival, with Buddy Guy on guitar. m.youtube.com/watch?v=cWTi...
Junior Wells - Messin' With The Kid
YouTube video by mick7575
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July 4, 2025 at 2:02 AM
Late American blues singer and harmonica player Junior Wells was born in 1934. Wells performing his signature song "Messin' With the Kid" live at the 1974 Montreux Jazz Festival, with Buddy Guy on guitar. m.youtube.com/watch?v=cWTi...
June 24, 2025 at 8:18 PM
You shot an arrow through my heart…
#Volcano #CurtKirkwood #BudGough #MeatPuppets #EyesAdrift
Don Giovanni Records 2025 limited edition vinyl reissue of the 2004 limited independent release (and lone release) by Volcano. Formed by Curt Kirkwood and Bud Gough after the demise of Eyes Adrift.
#Volcano #CurtKirkwood #BudGough #MeatPuppets #EyesAdrift
Don Giovanni Records 2025 limited edition vinyl reissue of the 2004 limited independent release (and lone release) by Volcano. Formed by Curt Kirkwood and Bud Gough after the demise of Eyes Adrift.
June 17, 2025 at 11:50 PM
You shot an arrow through my heart…
#Volcano #CurtKirkwood #BudGough #MeatPuppets #EyesAdrift
Don Giovanni Records 2025 limited edition vinyl reissue of the 2004 limited independent release (and lone release) by Volcano. Formed by Curt Kirkwood and Bud Gough after the demise of Eyes Adrift.
#Volcano #CurtKirkwood #BudGough #MeatPuppets #EyesAdrift
Don Giovanni Records 2025 limited edition vinyl reissue of the 2004 limited independent release (and lone release) by Volcano. Formed by Curt Kirkwood and Bud Gough after the demise of Eyes Adrift.
June 12, 2025 at 3:14 AM
“You said you love me, baby… Please call me on the phone sometime.”
Muddy “Mississippi” Waters - “Long Distance Call” Live in 1971
#MuddyWaters
youtu.be/GPIQDmu4sSA?...
Muddy “Mississippi” Waters - “Long Distance Call” Live in 1971
#MuddyWaters
youtu.be/GPIQDmu4sSA?...
Muddy Waters - Long Distance Call
YouTube video by topcatrecords
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June 8, 2025 at 7:15 PM
“You said you love me, baby… Please call me on the phone sometime.”
Muddy “Mississippi” Waters - “Long Distance Call” Live in 1971
#MuddyWaters
youtu.be/GPIQDmu4sSA?...
Muddy “Mississippi” Waters - “Long Distance Call” Live in 1971
#MuddyWaters
youtu.be/GPIQDmu4sSA?...
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Ween performing "Transdermal Celebration" live in Chicago in 2007. Originally on 2003's Quebec album. m.youtube.com/watch?v=5Vb6...
Ween Live in Chicago 07 - Transdermal Celebration
YouTube video by InsidiousForce
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May 9, 2025 at 2:31 AM
Ween performing "Transdermal Celebration" live in Chicago in 2007. Originally on 2003's Quebec album. m.youtube.com/watch?v=5Vb6...
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The Sundays ... Summertime
The Sundays - Summertime
YouTube video by TheSundaysVEVO
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May 6, 2025 at 12:44 AM
The Sundays ... Summertime
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Oh, hi. Well, it’s that time again, everybody - it’s Easter. Let’s see what’s in our Easter basket…
youtu.be/KnUEecEs3Xk?...
youtu.be/KnUEecEs3Xk?...
Easter Candy - SNL
YouTube video by Saturday Night Live
youtu.be
April 20, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Oh, hi. Well, it’s that time again, everybody - it’s Easter. Let’s see what’s in our Easter basket…
youtu.be/KnUEecEs3Xk?...
youtu.be/KnUEecEs3Xk?...
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Today's doomscrolling sky:
April 13, 2025 at 11:35 PM
Today's doomscrolling sky:
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If you or a loved one have ever considered starting a podcast, call me for a free consultation (please don't)
March 1, 2025 at 2:41 AM
If you or a loved one have ever considered starting a podcast, call me for a free consultation (please don't)
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Random Rock Song of the Night
Achilles Last Stand, By Led Zeppelin
Robert Plant wrote the lyrics about his travels throughout Morocco, Greece, and Spain. The music was inspired by Flamenco and Moroccan traditions.
#ClassicRock #RockNRoll
youtu.be/HHI4W0umQKs?...
Achilles Last Stand, By Led Zeppelin
Robert Plant wrote the lyrics about his travels throughout Morocco, Greece, and Spain. The music was inspired by Flamenco and Moroccan traditions.
#ClassicRock #RockNRoll
youtu.be/HHI4W0umQKs?...
Led Zeppelin - Achilles last stand live Knebworth August 4th 1979 (Remastered)
YouTube video by Martin Frecha
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January 18, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Random Rock Song of the Night
Achilles Last Stand, By Led Zeppelin
Robert Plant wrote the lyrics about his travels throughout Morocco, Greece, and Spain. The music was inspired by Flamenco and Moroccan traditions.
#ClassicRock #RockNRoll
youtu.be/HHI4W0umQKs?...
Achilles Last Stand, By Led Zeppelin
Robert Plant wrote the lyrics about his travels throughout Morocco, Greece, and Spain. The music was inspired by Flamenco and Moroccan traditions.
#ClassicRock #RockNRoll
youtu.be/HHI4W0umQKs?...
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how could I forget
March 19, 2025 at 1:00 PM
how could I forget
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Read the JazzTimes feature "Nels Cline’s Consentrik Quartet Arrives"! jazztimes.com/features/pro...
Nels Cline's Consentrik Quartet Arrives - JazzTimes
Guitarist Nels Cline calls himself “a band kind of guy,” someone who likes coming up with names for his groups, which is challenging. “You can … Read More "Nels Cline’s Consentrik Quartet Arrives"
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March 18, 2025 at 6:22 PM
Read the JazzTimes feature "Nels Cline’s Consentrik Quartet Arrives"! jazztimes.com/features/pro...
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Just found out that Rob de Nijs, a popular Dutch singer who died today after a 60+ year career, recorded a Dutch translation of the Beach Boys' 'Disney Girls' in 1977 www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBAV...
De Efteling
YouTube video by Rob de Nijs - Topic
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March 17, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Just found out that Rob de Nijs, a popular Dutch singer who died today after a 60+ year career, recorded a Dutch translation of the Beach Boys' 'Disney Girls' in 1977 www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBAV...
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Shudder to Think played their first shows in 12 years, debuted a new song (setlist, video) www.brooklynvegan.com/shudder-to-t...
Shudder to Think played their first shows in 12 years, debuted a new song (setlist, video)
Are the DC punk/post-hardcore greats back?
www.brooklynvegan.com
March 16, 2025 at 2:04 AM
Shudder to Think played their first shows in 12 years, debuted a new song (setlist, video) www.brooklynvegan.com/shudder-to-t...