"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.
Watch Jeff Beck Destroy His Guitar! And What’s Up With David Bowie?
Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page in the same band?!?! -- Bowie loves his covers... -- Remembering a reggae legend who met an untimely end -- It's Rocktober 19th and for a Monday, you've got one of the coolest Coffee Break Calendars we've done in awhile...
Patriots Game Snack No. 5: Savory Little Sausage Bites
Found this wicked e-z to make treat in a Sunday paper supplement about three years ago, and it's still in Game Day Rotation!
Apparently, this is a classic Southern appetizer and is considered a staple at {now socially distanced} holiday gatherings. The...
Today’s Patti Smith Story Should Tug A Few Heartstrings
The Beatles bang one out rather quickly -- Another Stevie Wonder masterpiece? Oh, yes... -- Patti Smith's lucky day indeed -- You've got an impressive day in music history for this Friday, Rocktober 16th Coffee Break Calendar. Enjoy!...
Non-Horror Movies That Were Actually Kinda Scary
Ever been frightened when you were not expecting it? Rather disturbing don't you think? That's what happened with these films which may not be classified as "horror", but they sure gave your subconscious a case of the willies...
Bon Jovi’s Huge! Plus, The McCartney’s As Cartoons
Wickedly awesome '60's and '80's chart action classics, plus Paul & Linda meet Homer & Marge -- Your Thursday Rocktober 15th Coffee Break Calendar is ready to amuse...
Real Names Of Rock Stars (Vol. 1)
We all (should) know who Robert Allen Zimmerman is, but maybe not David Van Cortland.The following info ought to help you get a high score at your next Classic Rock Trivia Night...
CCR Rips Off Little Richard? You Decide, Plus…
A pair of quite (?) controversial classic singles and our favorite Moody b'day today, so sit back and relax for 2 minutes woncha? Here's your Wednesday Rocktober 14th Coffee Break Calendar......
Just In Time: The Supreme Court Nomination Soundtrack
It's only a guaranteed lifetime position with implications for generations to come, so ya better have some appropriate tuneage ready...
The Stones Kill It (Again) & The Who Blow Up!!!
St-st-stuttering controversy? -- Glimmer Twins franchise score another No. 1 -- Can we finally give this songwriter some cred for his b'day? Here's your steaming hot Coffee Break Calendar for this Two-Fer-Tuesday Rocktober the 13th...
Name The Last 3 Albums You Listened To All The Way Thru
It's practically a lost art. You take out an album (or a CD or a tape or whatever) and put it on and enjoy it from start-to-finish with no interruptions. Seems like nobody's really doing that anymore...
Janis Joplin Gets Her Way; Debbie Harry Gets Harassed
Check out what passed for high-tech in 1955... -- "Sex, Dope And Cheap Thrills" is, apparently, a no-go... -- Truckers inspire new wave band! It's your whatever-holiday-this-is-supposed-to-be Coffee Break Calendar for Monday Rocktober 10th...
Stones Crowd Hates Prince! Plus, Happy Birthday To John
A '60's classic you can't help but singalong with -- Hard to believe this artist was actually booed off stage -- A Beatle birthday for the world to celebrate --- A mighty fine Friday Rocktober 9 Coffee Break Calendar for your eyes and ears...
How About The Best “Breakfast For Dinner” Recipe Ever?
Here 'tis. Pepperoni, cheese, eggs, 15 minutes and a skillet, that's pretty much it. Maybe the best scrambled egg concoction we've ever come across, perfect for a weeknight suppertime change of pace.
The Fab 4 Are Unstoppable, Plus ZZ Top In Outer Space!!!
Beatles efficiency astounds -- Your favorite Texas trio is waiting...for a rocket?!?! -- This guitarists' real name was John Cummings --- Here's your Thursday Coffee Break Calendar, so Gabba-Gabba-Hey!...
Albums You Love That Your Friends Never Even Heard Of
I'll admit it, my wife and I are not streaming peeps. We've got a bookcase full of CDs and vinyl and when we're runnin' errands on the weekend, we always grab a stack of discs for the car and off we go!
John Lennon’s Sweet Revenge, Plus Mama Cass In Jail!
Stones cover Beatles! -- Mama was a rock star! -- Johnny beats Tricky Dick! Your Wednesday Coffee Break Calendar's not afraid to tell it like it is, er, was...