The Omen Speaks
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Sufficiently flawed middle aged dude trying to be/do better. Happily married for 30yrs and proud dad of a daughter and son.
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Love RUSH & The Hip. ๐ผ๐ธ๐จ๐ฆ๐
Thanks to all who have followed, liked and commented. The community of music lovers is as good as it gets. This endeavor took me through a tumultuous time in my life while Iโve driven towards stability. Quite a ride. Grateful for you all. Rock on, my friends.
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April 22, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Thanks to all who have followed, liked and commented. The community of music lovers is as good as it gets. This endeavor took me through a tumultuous time in my life while Iโve driven towards stability. Quite a ride. Grateful for you all. Rock on, my friends.
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Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 100: RUSH - R50
To end this fun distraction for me, I end with the ultimate compilation of a tremendous career. These Canadian ๐จ๐ฆ boys authored the soundtrack of my life. And, for that Iโm grateful. ๐ค๐ฅ
To end this fun distraction for me, I end with the ultimate compilation of a tremendous career. These Canadian ๐จ๐ฆ boys authored the soundtrack of my life. And, for that Iโm grateful. ๐ค๐ฅ
April 22, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 100: RUSH - R50
To end this fun distraction for me, I end with the ultimate compilation of a tremendous career. These Canadian ๐จ๐ฆ boys authored the soundtrack of my life. And, for that Iโm grateful. ๐ค๐ฅ
To end this fun distraction for me, I end with the ultimate compilation of a tremendous career. These Canadian ๐จ๐ฆ boys authored the soundtrack of my life. And, for that Iโm grateful. ๐ค๐ฅ
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 99: Fleetwood Mac - Rumors
In this penultimate albums post, FMโs โ77 offering is exquisite. Hit after stellar hit. Songs that have stood the test of time. The diversity of their multiple vocalists, as well as constant drama, made them so damn interesting. ๐ค๐ฅ
In this penultimate albums post, FMโs โ77 offering is exquisite. Hit after stellar hit. Songs that have stood the test of time. The diversity of their multiple vocalists, as well as constant drama, made them so damn interesting. ๐ค๐ฅ
April 21, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 99: Fleetwood Mac - Rumors
In this penultimate albums post, FMโs โ77 offering is exquisite. Hit after stellar hit. Songs that have stood the test of time. The diversity of their multiple vocalists, as well as constant drama, made them so damn interesting. ๐ค๐ฅ
In this penultimate albums post, FMโs โ77 offering is exquisite. Hit after stellar hit. Songs that have stood the test of time. The diversity of their multiple vocalists, as well as constant drama, made them so damn interesting. ๐ค๐ฅ
I feel these are the Rock and Roll Legends whom Iโd like to see resurrected. It tracks, after all, since the world went to hell after both iconic Canadians ๐จ๐ฆ Gord & Neil succumbed to the scourge of glioblastoma in 2017 & 2020. ๐ข
April 20, 2025 at 12:52 PM
I feel these are the Rock and Roll Legends whom Iโd like to see resurrected. It tracks, after all, since the world went to hell after both iconic Canadians ๐จ๐ฆ Gord & Neil succumbed to the scourge of glioblastoma in 2017 & 2020. ๐ข
Audiophile Albums of Note: Days 97&98
Happy Easter to those who celebrate. Two offerings to cover the weekend. YF by The Hip hits all their shining stars. HYF by RUSH is an underrated offering which departed significantly from their norm (to mixed reviews). Love โem both and sop in them often. ๐ค๐ฅ
Happy Easter to those who celebrate. Two offerings to cover the weekend. YF by The Hip hits all their shining stars. HYF by RUSH is an underrated offering which departed significantly from their norm (to mixed reviews). Love โem both and sop in them often. ๐ค๐ฅ
April 20, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Audiophile Albums of Note: Days 97&98
Happy Easter to those who celebrate. Two offerings to cover the weekend. YF by The Hip hits all their shining stars. HYF by RUSH is an underrated offering which departed significantly from their norm (to mixed reviews). Love โem both and sop in them often. ๐ค๐ฅ
Happy Easter to those who celebrate. Two offerings to cover the weekend. YF by The Hip hits all their shining stars. HYF by RUSH is an underrated offering which departed significantly from their norm (to mixed reviews). Love โem both and sop in them often. ๐ค๐ฅ
Right there with you. Amazing mood in this one. ๐ฅ
April 18, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Right there with you. Amazing mood in this one. ๐ฅ
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 96: REM - Automatic for the People
The pride of Athens, GA gives us another entry. Released tracks get the attention (Drive, Everyone Hurts, MotM), itโs the flip side that has crazy great tracks (Ignoreland, Nightswimming & Find The River). Absorb those lyrics! ๐ค๐ฅ
The pride of Athens, GA gives us another entry. Released tracks get the attention (Drive, Everyone Hurts, MotM), itโs the flip side that has crazy great tracks (Ignoreland, Nightswimming & Find The River). Absorb those lyrics! ๐ค๐ฅ
April 18, 2025 at 11:37 AM
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 96: REM - Automatic for the People
The pride of Athens, GA gives us another entry. Released tracks get the attention (Drive, Everyone Hurts, MotM), itโs the flip side that has crazy great tracks (Ignoreland, Nightswimming & Find The River). Absorb those lyrics! ๐ค๐ฅ
The pride of Athens, GA gives us another entry. Released tracks get the attention (Drive, Everyone Hurts, MotM), itโs the flip side that has crazy great tracks (Ignoreland, Nightswimming & Find The River). Absorb those lyrics! ๐ค๐ฅ
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 95: Poi Dog Pondering - Wishing Like A Mountain and Thinking Like The Sea
A favorite album from โ90 that, to paraphrase a critic, is an irresistible party of an album that is both infectious and impressive. Not all critics agreed. I donโt care, as I love it. ๐ค๐ฅ
A favorite album from โ90 that, to paraphrase a critic, is an irresistible party of an album that is both infectious and impressive. Not all critics agreed. I donโt care, as I love it. ๐ค๐ฅ
April 17, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 95: Poi Dog Pondering - Wishing Like A Mountain and Thinking Like The Sea
A favorite album from โ90 that, to paraphrase a critic, is an irresistible party of an album that is both infectious and impressive. Not all critics agreed. I donโt care, as I love it. ๐ค๐ฅ
A favorite album from โ90 that, to paraphrase a critic, is an irresistible party of an album that is both infectious and impressive. Not all critics agreed. I donโt care, as I love it. ๐ค๐ฅ
Thankfully, they reunited and toured in 2022and I FINALLY got a chance to se them. They did NOT disappoint. ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ
April 16, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Thankfully, they reunited and toured in 2022and I FINALLY got a chance to se them. They did NOT disappoint. ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 94: The GoGoโs - Talk Show
This is the second entry from the LA-based female power quintet. While critic reception was bland, this is a fun listen to this day. Head Over Heels is a terrific song with great lyrics IMHO. The band broke up shortly afterwards in โ85.๐ค๐ฅ
This is the second entry from the LA-based female power quintet. While critic reception was bland, this is a fun listen to this day. Head Over Heels is a terrific song with great lyrics IMHO. The band broke up shortly afterwards in โ85.๐ค๐ฅ
April 16, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 94: The GoGoโs - Talk Show
This is the second entry from the LA-based female power quintet. While critic reception was bland, this is a fun listen to this day. Head Over Heels is a terrific song with great lyrics IMHO. The band broke up shortly afterwards in โ85.๐ค๐ฅ
This is the second entry from the LA-based female power quintet. While critic reception was bland, this is a fun listen to this day. Head Over Heels is a terrific song with great lyrics IMHO. The band broke up shortly afterwards in โ85.๐ค๐ฅ
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 93: Tears for Fears - Songs from the Big Chair
Curt Smith and Roland Orzabal formed in the early 80s and dropped this hit machine on us in 1985. Everybody Wants To Rule The World and Shout were huge hits. Unique writing and sound, T4F dominated the airwaves. ๐ค๐ฅ
Curt Smith and Roland Orzabal formed in the early 80s and dropped this hit machine on us in 1985. Everybody Wants To Rule The World and Shout were huge hits. Unique writing and sound, T4F dominated the airwaves. ๐ค๐ฅ
April 15, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 93: Tears for Fears - Songs from the Big Chair
Curt Smith and Roland Orzabal formed in the early 80s and dropped this hit machine on us in 1985. Everybody Wants To Rule The World and Shout were huge hits. Unique writing and sound, T4F dominated the airwaves. ๐ค๐ฅ
Curt Smith and Roland Orzabal formed in the early 80s and dropped this hit machine on us in 1985. Everybody Wants To Rule The World and Shout were huge hits. Unique writing and sound, T4F dominated the airwaves. ๐ค๐ฅ
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 92: Foreigner - 4
1981โs multihit 6x platinum offering from this British band gave us many classics. Juke Box Hero is epic storytelling. Waiting For A Girl Like You was featured at EVERY HS dance in the decade. Urgent bridged their hard rock to a more 80s style. ๐ค๐ฅ
1981โs multihit 6x platinum offering from this British band gave us many classics. Juke Box Hero is epic storytelling. Waiting For A Girl Like You was featured at EVERY HS dance in the decade. Urgent bridged their hard rock to a more 80s style. ๐ค๐ฅ
April 13, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 92: Foreigner - 4
1981โs multihit 6x platinum offering from this British band gave us many classics. Juke Box Hero is epic storytelling. Waiting For A Girl Like You was featured at EVERY HS dance in the decade. Urgent bridged their hard rock to a more 80s style. ๐ค๐ฅ
1981โs multihit 6x platinum offering from this British band gave us many classics. Juke Box Hero is epic storytelling. Waiting For A Girl Like You was featured at EVERY HS dance in the decade. Urgent bridged their hard rock to a more 80s style. ๐ค๐ฅ
Brown Eyes is a song Kevin penned about his daughter, son and wife. The first verse describes my daughter as a little girl to a โTโ.
Rooty Toot Toot is a catchy tune that was the ONLY song I could sing (badly, of course) to my screaming baby daughter to get her to sleep. Thanks, Mr. Mellancamp.
Rooty Toot Toot is a catchy tune that was the ONLY song I could sing (badly, of course) to my screaming baby daughter to get her to sleep. Thanks, Mr. Mellancamp.
April 12, 2025 at 11:43 AM
Brown Eyes is a song Kevin penned about his daughter, son and wife. The first verse describes my daughter as a little girl to a โTโ.
Rooty Toot Toot is a catchy tune that was the ONLY song I could sing (badly, of course) to my screaming baby daughter to get her to sleep. Thanks, Mr. Mellancamp.
Rooty Toot Toot is a catchy tune that was the ONLY song I could sing (badly, of course) to my screaming baby daughter to get her to sleep. Thanks, Mr. Mellancamp.
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 91: Bacon Brothers - Forosoco & John Mellancamp - Lonesome Jubilee
Today is a โtwoferโ as itโs my daughterโs wedding. This sappy dad will be dancing with the bride to โBrown Eyesโ by the BBs and โRooty Toot Tootโ by JM. Two songs that make this dad weep with joy. ๐ค๐ฅ๐ฅน
Today is a โtwoferโ as itโs my daughterโs wedding. This sappy dad will be dancing with the bride to โBrown Eyesโ by the BBs and โRooty Toot Tootโ by JM. Two songs that make this dad weep with joy. ๐ค๐ฅ๐ฅน
April 12, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 91: Bacon Brothers - Forosoco & John Mellancamp - Lonesome Jubilee
Today is a โtwoferโ as itโs my daughterโs wedding. This sappy dad will be dancing with the bride to โBrown Eyesโ by the BBs and โRooty Toot Tootโ by JM. Two songs that make this dad weep with joy. ๐ค๐ฅ๐ฅน
Today is a โtwoferโ as itโs my daughterโs wedding. This sappy dad will be dancing with the bride to โBrown Eyesโ by the BBs and โRooty Toot Tootโ by JM. Two songs that make this dad weep with joy. ๐ค๐ฅ๐ฅน
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 90: Steve Winwood - Back in the High Life Again
The former frontman for Traffic, Mr Winwood went solo and charted a number of tunes in the 80s. Easy going music marked his contributions which peaked with Higher Love in โ86. RNRHOFer in 2004 and owns two Grammys. ๐ค๐ฅ
The former frontman for Traffic, Mr Winwood went solo and charted a number of tunes in the 80s. Easy going music marked his contributions which peaked with Higher Love in โ86. RNRHOFer in 2004 and owns two Grammys. ๐ค๐ฅ
April 11, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 90: Steve Winwood - Back in the High Life Again
The former frontman for Traffic, Mr Winwood went solo and charted a number of tunes in the 80s. Easy going music marked his contributions which peaked with Higher Love in โ86. RNRHOFer in 2004 and owns two Grammys. ๐ค๐ฅ
The former frontman for Traffic, Mr Winwood went solo and charted a number of tunes in the 80s. Easy going music marked his contributions which peaked with Higher Love in โ86. RNRHOFer in 2004 and owns two Grammys. ๐ค๐ฅ
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 89: RUSH - Clockwork Angels
After missing a day traveling, and in the midst of another, I thought Iโd give props to The Holy Triumvirateโs masterful steampunk storytelling. Love this endcap on their studio albums. The Anarchist is perfection, both studio & live. ๐ค๐ฅ
After missing a day traveling, and in the midst of another, I thought Iโd give props to The Holy Triumvirateโs masterful steampunk storytelling. Love this endcap on their studio albums. The Anarchist is perfection, both studio & live. ๐ค๐ฅ
April 10, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 89: RUSH - Clockwork Angels
After missing a day traveling, and in the midst of another, I thought Iโd give props to The Holy Triumvirateโs masterful steampunk storytelling. Love this endcap on their studio albums. The Anarchist is perfection, both studio & live. ๐ค๐ฅ
After missing a day traveling, and in the midst of another, I thought Iโd give props to The Holy Triumvirateโs masterful steampunk storytelling. Love this endcap on their studio albums. The Anarchist is perfection, both studio & live. ๐ค๐ฅ
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 88: The Police - Synchronicity
1983s AOTY Grammy (+2 others) was the pinnacle of The Policeโs success. Yielded hit after hit, along with widespread critical acclaim. Iconic for their unique style and sound. They made an indelible imprint on music for decades. ๐ค๐ฅ
1983s AOTY Grammy (+2 others) was the pinnacle of The Policeโs success. Yielded hit after hit, along with widespread critical acclaim. Iconic for their unique style and sound. They made an indelible imprint on music for decades. ๐ค๐ฅ
April 8, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 88: The Police - Synchronicity
1983s AOTY Grammy (+2 others) was the pinnacle of The Policeโs success. Yielded hit after hit, along with widespread critical acclaim. Iconic for their unique style and sound. They made an indelible imprint on music for decades. ๐ค๐ฅ
1983s AOTY Grammy (+2 others) was the pinnacle of The Policeโs success. Yielded hit after hit, along with widespread critical acclaim. Iconic for their unique style and sound. They made an indelible imprint on music for decades. ๐ค๐ฅ
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 87: Nirvana - Unplugged
Arguably, Nirvana gave us the best of the MTV Unplugged series in 1994. Released seven months after Kurt Cobainโs suicide (RIP ๐ข) it was a sad reminder of what could have been. Such a shame thereโs only 3 studio albums from this great band. ๐ฅ๐ค
Arguably, Nirvana gave us the best of the MTV Unplugged series in 1994. Released seven months after Kurt Cobainโs suicide (RIP ๐ข) it was a sad reminder of what could have been. Such a shame thereโs only 3 studio albums from this great band. ๐ฅ๐ค
April 7, 2025 at 11:18 AM
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 87: Nirvana - Unplugged
Arguably, Nirvana gave us the best of the MTV Unplugged series in 1994. Released seven months after Kurt Cobainโs suicide (RIP ๐ข) it was a sad reminder of what could have been. Such a shame thereโs only 3 studio albums from this great band. ๐ฅ๐ค
Arguably, Nirvana gave us the best of the MTV Unplugged series in 1994. Released seven months after Kurt Cobainโs suicide (RIP ๐ข) it was a sad reminder of what could have been. Such a shame thereโs only 3 studio albums from this great band. ๐ฅ๐ค
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 86: The Cars - Heartbeat City
This band featured the unique style of Ocasek and Orr. Contrasts for sure. Their first 4 albums established their brilliance. This one gave ultimate 80s vibes. IMHO - Drive is a phenomenal song with Mr. Orrโs (RIP ๐ข) haunting vocals.
This band featured the unique style of Ocasek and Orr. Contrasts for sure. Their first 4 albums established their brilliance. This one gave ultimate 80s vibes. IMHO - Drive is a phenomenal song with Mr. Orrโs (RIP ๐ข) haunting vocals.
April 6, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 86: The Cars - Heartbeat City
This band featured the unique style of Ocasek and Orr. Contrasts for sure. Their first 4 albums established their brilliance. This one gave ultimate 80s vibes. IMHO - Drive is a phenomenal song with Mr. Orrโs (RIP ๐ข) haunting vocals.
This band featured the unique style of Ocasek and Orr. Contrasts for sure. Their first 4 albums established their brilliance. This one gave ultimate 80s vibes. IMHO - Drive is a phenomenal song with Mr. Orrโs (RIP ๐ข) haunting vocals.
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 84 & 85: Led Zeppelin II & IV
Missed a day, so I owe you two. The only thing arguable about this great band is which album is best. IMHO, II & IV are best, but love them all. Plant, Page, Jones & Bonham (RIP ๐ข) were magic. They bent the arc of music towards rock.๐ค ๐ฅ
Missed a day, so I owe you two. The only thing arguable about this great band is which album is best. IMHO, II & IV are best, but love them all. Plant, Page, Jones & Bonham (RIP ๐ข) were magic. They bent the arc of music towards rock.๐ค ๐ฅ
April 5, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 84 & 85: Led Zeppelin II & IV
Missed a day, so I owe you two. The only thing arguable about this great band is which album is best. IMHO, II & IV are best, but love them all. Plant, Page, Jones & Bonham (RIP ๐ข) were magic. They bent the arc of music towards rock.๐ค ๐ฅ
Missed a day, so I owe you two. The only thing arguable about this great band is which album is best. IMHO, II & IV are best, but love them all. Plant, Page, Jones & Bonham (RIP ๐ข) were magic. They bent the arc of music towards rock.๐ค ๐ฅ
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 83: XTC - Oranges & Lemons
Andy Partridge and Colin Moulding gave us the beautiful ๐ & ๐ which is an uplifting, semi-psychedelic retort to the bleaker and more cynical Skylarking. Mayor of Simpleton is elegant simplicity that is quite fun. King and Loving are ๐. ๐ค๐ฅ
Andy Partridge and Colin Moulding gave us the beautiful ๐ & ๐ which is an uplifting, semi-psychedelic retort to the bleaker and more cynical Skylarking. Mayor of Simpleton is elegant simplicity that is quite fun. King and Loving are ๐. ๐ค๐ฅ
April 3, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 83: XTC - Oranges & Lemons
Andy Partridge and Colin Moulding gave us the beautiful ๐ & ๐ which is an uplifting, semi-psychedelic retort to the bleaker and more cynical Skylarking. Mayor of Simpleton is elegant simplicity that is quite fun. King and Loving are ๐. ๐ค๐ฅ
Andy Partridge and Colin Moulding gave us the beautiful ๐ & ๐ which is an uplifting, semi-psychedelic retort to the bleaker and more cynical Skylarking. Mayor of Simpleton is elegant simplicity that is quite fun. King and Loving are ๐. ๐ค๐ฅ
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 82: Midnight Oil - Diesel and Dust
In the under appreciated category, these Aussies ๐ฆ๐บ definitely fit. The Honorable Peter Garrett is not only a tremendous musician, but also a former member of Parliament. He is truly a force to be reckoned with. Check โem out. ๐ค๐ฅ
In the under appreciated category, these Aussies ๐ฆ๐บ definitely fit. The Honorable Peter Garrett is not only a tremendous musician, but also a former member of Parliament. He is truly a force to be reckoned with. Check โem out. ๐ค๐ฅ
April 2, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Audiophile Albums of Note: Day 82: Midnight Oil - Diesel and Dust
In the under appreciated category, these Aussies ๐ฆ๐บ definitely fit. The Honorable Peter Garrett is not only a tremendous musician, but also a former member of Parliament. He is truly a force to be reckoned with. Check โem out. ๐ค๐ฅ
In the under appreciated category, these Aussies ๐ฆ๐บ definitely fit. The Honorable Peter Garrett is not only a tremendous musician, but also a former member of Parliament. He is truly a force to be reckoned with. Check โem out. ๐ค๐ฅ
Respect, sir! ๐ซก
April 1, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Respect, sir! ๐ซก
๐ฏ This! ๐ค๐ฅ
April 1, 2025 at 11:59 AM
๐ฏ This! ๐ค๐ฅ