Marvin Matthews 🇨🇦
@krimar.bsky.social
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Marvin Matthews 🇨🇦
@krimar.bsky.social
· Nov 14
Love and Life
YouTube video by Marvin Matthews
youtu.be
The concepts of "love and life" have a profound significance. What do they mean to you? With the help of a few friends, we put together a song and video to share our thoughts. #LoveAndLife
youtu.be/G56VIiWOycc?...
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Celebrating "Thunder Island" by Jay Ferguson
Released 1977
Billboard Singles Chart #9
Although I didn’t know who Jay Ferguson was when I first heard this song, an aspect of the song that immediately caught my attention was its slide solo.
1/3
youtu.be/Ny8aOB9iP3A?...
Released 1977
Billboard Singles Chart #9
Although I didn’t know who Jay Ferguson was when I first heard this song, an aspect of the song that immediately caught my attention was its slide solo.
1/3
youtu.be/Ny8aOB9iP3A?...
Jay Ferguson - Thunder Island • TopPop
YouTube video by TopPop
youtu.be
December 1, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Celebrating "Thunder Island" by Jay Ferguson
Released 1977
Billboard Singles Chart #9
Although I didn’t know who Jay Ferguson was when I first heard this song, an aspect of the song that immediately caught my attention was its slide solo.
1/3
youtu.be/Ny8aOB9iP3A?...
Released 1977
Billboard Singles Chart #9
Although I didn’t know who Jay Ferguson was when I first heard this song, an aspect of the song that immediately caught my attention was its slide solo.
1/3
youtu.be/Ny8aOB9iP3A?...
Over the years, I've had opportunities to attend many concerts. Both the good and the bad have left an impression. Seeing Paul McCartney in 1989 at the Montreal Forum, ranks among my all-time emotional highs.
1/4
1/4
November 27, 2025 at 4:38 AM
Over the years, I've had opportunities to attend many concerts. Both the good and the bad have left an impression. Seeing Paul McCartney in 1989 at the Montreal Forum, ranks among my all-time emotional highs.
1/4
1/4
Celebrating "Tonight The Heartache's On Me" by The Chicks
Released 1999
Billboard Country Charts #6
Thanks to my dad, my early childhood was shaped by the country music of legends like Haggard, Robbins, Owens, and Jones—first names aren’t necessary.
1/2
youtu.be/tmVisJfKkBA?...
Released 1999
Billboard Country Charts #6
Thanks to my dad, my early childhood was shaped by the country music of legends like Haggard, Robbins, Owens, and Jones—first names aren’t necessary.
1/2
youtu.be/tmVisJfKkBA?...
The Chicks - Tonight the Heartache's on Me (Official Audio)
YouTube video by dixiechicksVEVO
youtu.be
November 26, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Celebrating "Tonight The Heartache's On Me" by The Chicks
Released 1999
Billboard Country Charts #6
Thanks to my dad, my early childhood was shaped by the country music of legends like Haggard, Robbins, Owens, and Jones—first names aren’t necessary.
1/2
youtu.be/tmVisJfKkBA?...
Released 1999
Billboard Country Charts #6
Thanks to my dad, my early childhood was shaped by the country music of legends like Haggard, Robbins, Owens, and Jones—first names aren’t necessary.
1/2
youtu.be/tmVisJfKkBA?...
Jimmy Cliff - The Harder They Come
YouTube video by Rocksteady Freddie
youtu.be
November 24, 2025 at 1:44 PM
You are a child of the universe no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
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by Max Ehrmann ©1927 ('Desiderata')
And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
1/2
by Max Ehrmann ©1927 ('Desiderata')
November 24, 2025 at 1:30 AM
You are a child of the universe no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
1/2
by Max Ehrmann ©1927 ('Desiderata')
And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
1/2
by Max Ehrmann ©1927 ('Desiderata')
At just 23, he was a musical prodigy whose enthusiasm and easy-going personality eased tensions within the #theBeatles during the "Let It Be" sessions. If the band had continued, Billy Preston would have been the fifth Beatle.
November 22, 2025 at 7:08 PM
At just 23, he was a musical prodigy whose enthusiasm and easy-going personality eased tensions within the #theBeatles during the "Let It Be" sessions. If the band had continued, Billy Preston would have been the fifth Beatle.
@TheBeatles: Get Back
I've watched this probably 10x. That's 80hrs of viewing. It's simply, the most iconic and historic rock and roll documentary of all-time, featuring the most influential musical group of all time.
I've watched this probably 10x. That's 80hrs of viewing. It's simply, the most iconic and historic rock and roll documentary of all-time, featuring the most influential musical group of all time.
November 19, 2025 at 9:22 PM
@TheBeatles: Get Back
I've watched this probably 10x. That's 80hrs of viewing. It's simply, the most iconic and historic rock and roll documentary of all-time, featuring the most influential musical group of all time.
I've watched this probably 10x. That's 80hrs of viewing. It's simply, the most iconic and historic rock and roll documentary of all-time, featuring the most influential musical group of all time.
@mitchmelnick.bsky.social I saw Roy at Theatre St-Denis in 1980.
November 18, 2025 at 7:32 PM
@mitchmelnick.bsky.social I saw Roy at Theatre St-Denis in 1980.
Celebrating "While You See a Chance" by Steve Winwood
Released 1981
Billboard Singles Charts #7
From his solo album, 'Arc Of A Diver,' "While You See a Chance" made a powerful impact, bringing Winwood back to the charts, re-establishing his presence in the public eye. 1/4
youtu.be/0j6g_uUhH2c?...
Released 1981
Billboard Singles Charts #7
From his solo album, 'Arc Of A Diver,' "While You See a Chance" made a powerful impact, bringing Winwood back to the charts, re-establishing his presence in the public eye. 1/4
youtu.be/0j6g_uUhH2c?...
Steve Winwood - While You See A Chance
YouTube video by SteveWinwoodVEVO
youtu.be
November 14, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Celebrating "While You See a Chance" by Steve Winwood
Released 1981
Billboard Singles Charts #7
From his solo album, 'Arc Of A Diver,' "While You See a Chance" made a powerful impact, bringing Winwood back to the charts, re-establishing his presence in the public eye. 1/4
youtu.be/0j6g_uUhH2c?...
Released 1981
Billboard Singles Charts #7
From his solo album, 'Arc Of A Diver,' "While You See a Chance" made a powerful impact, bringing Winwood back to the charts, re-establishing his presence in the public eye. 1/4
youtu.be/0j6g_uUhH2c?...
AI, imo is a dark, dead-end alley. This might be the worst "country" song I've ever heard. It is currently #1 on the Billboard Country Digital Sales Charts. Shame on you if you spent a nickel on this AI-generated piece of ****.
Please support real music and real artists.
youtu.be/rGremoYVMPc?...
Please support real music and real artists.
youtu.be/rGremoYVMPc?...
This AI Song Just Went Number 1...FOR REAL
YouTube video by Rick Beato
youtu.be
November 13, 2025 at 4:19 PM
AI, imo is a dark, dead-end alley. This might be the worst "country" song I've ever heard. It is currently #1 on the Billboard Country Digital Sales Charts. Shame on you if you spent a nickel on this AI-generated piece of ****.
Please support real music and real artists.
youtu.be/rGremoYVMPc?...
Please support real music and real artists.
youtu.be/rGremoYVMPc?...
Some of the Recording Academy / Grammy 2026 Song Of the Year nominations. Is the talent pool that shallow that it takes 9-10 people to write ONE song?
November 8, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Some of the Recording Academy / Grammy 2026 Song Of the Year nominations. Is the talent pool that shallow that it takes 9-10 people to write ONE song?
Celebrating "You're So Vain" by Carly Simon
Released 1972
Billboard Singles Charts #1
From the very beginning, with Klaus Voorman's captivating bass intro & Carly seductively whispering "son of a gun," this song exemplifies how to craft and arrange a pop masterpiece.
1/4
youtu.be/QNir1anaVu4?...
Released 1972
Billboard Singles Charts #1
From the very beginning, with Klaus Voorman's captivating bass intro & Carly seductively whispering "son of a gun," this song exemplifies how to craft and arrange a pop masterpiece.
1/4
youtu.be/QNir1anaVu4?...
Carly Simon – You’re So Vain (Lyric Video)
YouTube video by I Like Your Old Stuff
youtu.be
November 4, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Celebrating "You're So Vain" by Carly Simon
Released 1972
Billboard Singles Charts #1
From the very beginning, with Klaus Voorman's captivating bass intro & Carly seductively whispering "son of a gun," this song exemplifies how to craft and arrange a pop masterpiece.
1/4
youtu.be/QNir1anaVu4?...
Released 1972
Billboard Singles Charts #1
From the very beginning, with Klaus Voorman's captivating bass intro & Carly seductively whispering "son of a gun," this song exemplifies how to craft and arrange a pop masterpiece.
1/4
youtu.be/QNir1anaVu4?...
The Los Angeles Dodgers: Love 'em or Loathe 'em
I have a long-standing 'relationship' with the Dodgers—mostly negative. My sour experiences at West Palm Beach with ex-manager T Lasorda and ex-player P Guerrero when I was in my early 20s left a lasting impression on me.
1/6
I have a long-standing 'relationship' with the Dodgers—mostly negative. My sour experiences at West Palm Beach with ex-manager T Lasorda and ex-player P Guerrero when I was in my early 20s left a lasting impression on me.
1/6
November 2, 2025 at 11:59 PM
The Los Angeles Dodgers: Love 'em or Loathe 'em
I have a long-standing 'relationship' with the Dodgers—mostly negative. My sour experiences at West Palm Beach with ex-manager T Lasorda and ex-player P Guerrero when I was in my early 20s left a lasting impression on me.
1/6
I have a long-standing 'relationship' with the Dodgers—mostly negative. My sour experiences at West Palm Beach with ex-manager T Lasorda and ex-player P Guerrero when I was in my early 20s left a lasting impression on me.
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Saturday morning vinyl offering, 'The Very Best of Leo Sayer' by @leosayer.bsky.social
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters
November 1, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Saturday morning vinyl offering, 'The Very Best of Leo Sayer' by @leosayer.bsky.social
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters
It's October 1981. You just finished your first major arena tour, in support of your first #1 album and first Top 10 single. Years of hard work have finally paid off. Your record company recognizes a rising star when they see one. So what's next?
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#DeliverMeFromNowhere @brucespringsteen.net
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#DeliverMeFromNowhere @brucespringsteen.net
October 26, 2025 at 7:51 PM
It's October 1981. You just finished your first major arena tour, in support of your first #1 album and first Top 10 single. Years of hard work have finally paid off. Your record company recognizes a rising star when they see one. So what's next?
1/2
#DeliverMeFromNowhere @brucespringsteen.net
1/2
#DeliverMeFromNowhere @brucespringsteen.net
Saturday morning vinyl offering, 'Damn The Torpedoes' by Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters
October 25, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Saturday morning vinyl offering, 'Damn The Torpedoes' by Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters
"Who Killed the Montreal Expos?"
Well, I watched it. I thought that after two decades, the emotional impact would have lessened. No such luck. Instead, for about 1 1/2 hrs, a significant flood of memories, good and bad, were brought back. 1/6
#WhoKilledTheMontrealExpos
Well, I watched it. I thought that after two decades, the emotional impact would have lessened. No such luck. Instead, for about 1 1/2 hrs, a significant flood of memories, good and bad, were brought back. 1/6
#WhoKilledTheMontrealExpos
October 24, 2025 at 10:25 PM
"Who Killed the Montreal Expos?"
Well, I watched it. I thought that after two decades, the emotional impact would have lessened. No such luck. Instead, for about 1 1/2 hrs, a significant flood of memories, good and bad, were brought back. 1/6
#WhoKilledTheMontrealExpos
Well, I watched it. I thought that after two decades, the emotional impact would have lessened. No such luck. Instead, for about 1 1/2 hrs, a significant flood of memories, good and bad, were brought back. 1/6
#WhoKilledTheMontrealExpos
Thank you does not seem like enough for the outpouring of kind messages I received on my birthday, but thank you! With those thoughts in mind...
Celebrating "Love Is the Answer" by England Dan & John Ford Coley
Released 1979
Billboard Singles Charts #10
1/3
youtu.be/_QZjJU-mtFU?...
Celebrating "Love Is the Answer" by England Dan & John Ford Coley
Released 1979
Billboard Singles Charts #10
1/3
youtu.be/_QZjJU-mtFU?...
England Dan & John Ford Coley...Love is the Answer
YouTube video by Ashley Allen
youtu.be
October 24, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Thank you does not seem like enough for the outpouring of kind messages I received on my birthday, but thank you! With those thoughts in mind...
Celebrating "Love Is the Answer" by England Dan & John Ford Coley
Released 1979
Billboard Singles Charts #10
1/3
youtu.be/_QZjJU-mtFU?...
Celebrating "Love Is the Answer" by England Dan & John Ford Coley
Released 1979
Billboard Singles Charts #10
1/3
youtu.be/_QZjJU-mtFU?...
@mitchmelnick.bsky.social Last night in Calgary with my son and daughter. One day early birthday present from my son.
October 23, 2025 at 6:11 PM
@mitchmelnick.bsky.social Last night in Calgary with my son and daughter. One day early birthday present from my son.
Many people ask me why I don't cheer for "Canada's Team," the @torontobluejays.bsky.social. I'll try to explain my position.
I grew up in Montreal, supporting the @montrealexpos.bsky.social. My dad took me to games at Jarry Parc, &I attended many games at Olympic Stadium from the 1970s-1990s. 1/7
I grew up in Montreal, supporting the @montrealexpos.bsky.social. My dad took me to games at Jarry Parc, &I attended many games at Olympic Stadium from the 1970s-1990s. 1/7
October 21, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Many people ask me why I don't cheer for "Canada's Team," the @torontobluejays.bsky.social. I'll try to explain my position.
I grew up in Montreal, supporting the @montrealexpos.bsky.social. My dad took me to games at Jarry Parc, &I attended many games at Olympic Stadium from the 1970s-1990s. 1/7
I grew up in Montreal, supporting the @montrealexpos.bsky.social. My dad took me to games at Jarry Parc, &I attended many games at Olympic Stadium from the 1970s-1990s. 1/7
Anthony Jackson, bassist extraordinaire.
His remarkable and numerous contributions encompassed a diverse array of artists, including Diana Ross, Madonna, The Bee Gees, Steely Dan, Simon & Garfunkel, Pat Metheny, and Al Di Meola.
1/2
His remarkable and numerous contributions encompassed a diverse array of artists, including Diana Ross, Madonna, The Bee Gees, Steely Dan, Simon & Garfunkel, Pat Metheny, and Al Di Meola.
1/2
1974 HITS ARCHIVE: For The Love Of Money - O’Jays (stereo 45 single version)
YouTube video by AnotherProf
youtu.be
October 20, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Anthony Jackson, bassist extraordinaire.
His remarkable and numerous contributions encompassed a diverse array of artists, including Diana Ross, Madonna, The Bee Gees, Steely Dan, Simon & Garfunkel, Pat Metheny, and Al Di Meola.
1/2
His remarkable and numerous contributions encompassed a diverse array of artists, including Diana Ross, Madonna, The Bee Gees, Steely Dan, Simon & Garfunkel, Pat Metheny, and Al Di Meola.
1/2
@VinylMePlease @Albumism @discogs @vinyl_for_life
Saturday morning vinyl offering, 'The Life of A Showgirl' by Taylor Swift.
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters
Saturday morning vinyl offering, 'The Life of A Showgirl' by Taylor Swift.
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters
October 18, 2025 at 4:29 PM
@VinylMePlease @Albumism @discogs @vinyl_for_life
Saturday morning vinyl offering, 'The Life of A Showgirl' by Taylor Swift.
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters
Saturday morning vinyl offering, 'The Life of A Showgirl' by Taylor Swift.
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters
"Two of the best days of my life were the day I picked up the guitar and the day I learned to put it down. You've got to find a bigger life. The day you pick it up, that's the three hours onstage. The day you put it down, that's the other 21." - Bruce Springsteen
October 12, 2025 at 9:02 PM
"Two of the best days of my life were the day I picked up the guitar and the day I learned to put it down. You've got to find a bigger life. The day you pick it up, that's the three hours onstage. The day you put it down, that's the other 21." - Bruce Springsteen
'The Vinyl Detective - The Run-Out Groove' (2017)
'The Vinyl Detective - Victory Disc' (2018)
- by Andrew Cartmel
In the 2nd and 3rd installments of this series, our unnamed, record-collecting music enthusiast is again tasked with the mission of finding missing vinyl.
1/3
'The Vinyl Detective - Victory Disc' (2018)
- by Andrew Cartmel
In the 2nd and 3rd installments of this series, our unnamed, record-collecting music enthusiast is again tasked with the mission of finding missing vinyl.
1/3
October 12, 2025 at 5:18 PM
'The Vinyl Detective - The Run-Out Groove' (2017)
'The Vinyl Detective - Victory Disc' (2018)
- by Andrew Cartmel
In the 2nd and 3rd installments of this series, our unnamed, record-collecting music enthusiast is again tasked with the mission of finding missing vinyl.
1/3
'The Vinyl Detective - Victory Disc' (2018)
- by Andrew Cartmel
In the 2nd and 3rd installments of this series, our unnamed, record-collecting music enthusiast is again tasked with the mission of finding missing vinyl.
1/3
Celebrating "Lowdown" by Boz Scaggs
Released 1976
Billboard Singles Chart #3
Co-written by David Paich and Scaggs from the incredible 'Silk Degrees' album. With contributions from Paich on keys, Jeff Porcaro on drums, and David Hungate on bass, you had 3/5...
youtu.be/I-hKBmTAADo?...
1/3
Released 1976
Billboard Singles Chart #3
Co-written by David Paich and Scaggs from the incredible 'Silk Degrees' album. With contributions from Paich on keys, Jeff Porcaro on drums, and David Hungate on bass, you had 3/5...
youtu.be/I-hKBmTAADo?...
1/3
Boz Scaggs - Lowdown (Official Audio)
YouTube video by BozScaggsVEVO
youtu.be
October 9, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Celebrating "Lowdown" by Boz Scaggs
Released 1976
Billboard Singles Chart #3
Co-written by David Paich and Scaggs from the incredible 'Silk Degrees' album. With contributions from Paich on keys, Jeff Porcaro on drums, and David Hungate on bass, you had 3/5...
youtu.be/I-hKBmTAADo?...
1/3
Released 1976
Billboard Singles Chart #3
Co-written by David Paich and Scaggs from the incredible 'Silk Degrees' album. With contributions from Paich on keys, Jeff Porcaro on drums, and David Hungate on bass, you had 3/5...
youtu.be/I-hKBmTAADo?...
1/3