"Hi-de-ho!!!" to all you hep-kats 'n' kittens out there, Tommy C. here, and thanks for keeping me employed for the last (over) 30 years?!?! Apparently, that's true, but I'm still trying to get it right (well, one of these days). When I'm not flying in the cockpit, it's the same ol' same ol': either watching the Patriots, Food Network, or 1950s sci-fi flicks on TCM, and if there's nuthin' on the tee-wee, I highly recommend "Mojo" magazine or an original paperback copy of any James Bond thriller by Ian Fleming (published back in the day by Signet for 50 cents each!). Now if you'll excuse me, Miranda Lambert is calling...
Tommy C.
Bands That Should Have Called It Quits, But Didn’t
Like the song says, you've gotta know when to fold 'em. For instance, one could genuinely argue that Led Zeppelin's crowning achievement was the decision to not carry on without John Bonham. The legacy is safe. On the other hand, you have these..
Elvis Never Played In England? Here’s Why, Plus Props For The Lovely Linda
Oh, there's a real reason why Elvis never performed live in the U.K. -- Hey songwriters, here's why you should hold onto your own stuff -- Remembering a really cool rock woman born this date -- Enjoy your Thursday Coffee Break Calendar, good stuff in here today...
Which Old TV Show Do You Miss The Most?
For me, it's got to be "Mystery Science Theatre 3000", probably the most real rock and roll show that ever was. They did exactly what they wanted to do and didn't give a ____ at all whether anyone else got what they were doing. Can't get any more rock than that.
Shortest No. 1 Ever? Plus, Bowie Beams One In From The Future!
One of the 1960's most classic 45's ever!!! -- Beatles work on a kinda creepy new one -- Bowie's strangest single??? Good stuff for your Wednesday Coffee Break Calendar...
The Stones & CSNY On TV & We Missed It, Plus Ms. Jett’s Birthday…
A U.S. first for the Brits -- A "current music" TV show we absolutely do not remember -- Fantastic woman rocker b'day (and great gosh-o'mighty, she's the Real Deal!!!) -- Time to dive into your Tuesday Coffee Break Calendar...
For The Change Of Seasons in Maine, The 7 Best Songs About Change…
...that is not "Changes" by David Bowie. Hey, we love The Thin White Duke, but that one's too easy. Celebrate the Autumnal Equinox by trying these on:
Remembering Leonard Cohen (Yes, Please!) & Deep Purple’s Take On A Country Classic
Another creepy example of pre-Beatles chart hits -- Monster sounding organ whooshes for a classic psychedelic single -- Great songwriter's birthday -- Hello & Welcome to your last Coffee Break Calendar of the summer...
Cheesy Corn Bites For Sunday Game Snackin': You May Never Dip Again!
With our Pats, we're taking it one weekend at a time, right? Food-wise, come game time you wanna have your munchies all ready to go and these are super quick/easy to do, guaranteed to please, with minimal clean-up. (We're big on the minimal clean-up part.)
Always (Always!) Check The B-Side, Plus Kiss Sans Make-Up
Of course it went to Number One! -- A Kiss-off indeed! -- Is this really the "Ultimate Icon" list? Welcome to your Friday Coffee Break Calendar...
The Art Of The Ridiculously Long Song Title
Here's why there's such a thing as an Editor. While we usually agree it's best to get right to the point, sometimes excessive wordplay can be a hoot, like these...
Queen Liked ‘Em Nude, Plus The Birth Of The Record Album!
Vinyl LP's are great, if you can afford the equipment to play 'em on that is... -- Was this The Beatles biggest paycheck?... -- Naked women and hygiene, there's your combo! You may now proceed with your Thursday Coffee Break Calendar...
“Your” Vs. “You’re” And Other Rants To Purge…
Anyone remember an old comic strip called "There Oughtta Be A Law"? Well, this is kinda sorta like that...maybe.
--- For starters, "your" is what's called a determiner, as in "What is your name?" or "Your Mother Should Know". "You're" is short for "you are", also known as a contraction, as in "You're My Best Friend". They actually mean two different things, so try and get it right. Words matter folks.
Are These The Best 2-LP Sets Ever Made?
To answer this question, you have to be old enough to remember when vinyl double albums had Sides 1 and 4 on one LP, Sides 2 & 3 on the other.
Qualifications: Ixnay on compilations, soundtracks, and live stuff. Let the double album debate begin...
Nobody Cared About The Beatles? Plus, Jimi’s First Audio Assault
The Beatles are ignored in the U.S.?!?! -- A debut album that forever changed the way we heard guitar -- A bona-fide blues legend birthday -- Here's your Wednesday Coffee Break Calendar...
Zimmy Kicks Off A Tour In Augusta & Props For Johnny Ramone!
"The show must go on" for The Doors -- Maine helps Dylan get a major tour underway -- We love The Ramones! Here's your Tuesday Coffee Break Calendar...
The 5 Most Influential TV Shows Of The ’60’s
The passing of Diana Rigg got us to remembering how stylishly cool "The Avengers" series was and the impact Emma Peel had for what women could do on TV. Which also got us to thinking, what other shows of that era are the ones we couldn't possibly imagine growing up without?