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Musicians Then and Now – Creedence Clearwater Revival

Creedence Clearwater Revival were an American rock band between 1968 and 1972 playing ‘swamp rock’. Lead singer/songwriter John Fogerty now in his 70’s shows no sign of slowing down Lyrics and song meaning at end Song Meaning Basically it means you go through some tough times, but you get back on your feet and everythingContinue reading “Musicians Then and Now – Creedence Clearwater Revival”

RIP JJ Cale

JJ Cale was an American guitarist, singer and songwriter.He died on 26 July 2013 of a heart attack, age 74 Lyrics at end From the California shore to New York CityThe beat don’t never stopYou can hear it on the radio anywhere you goIt’s steady as the rhythm of a clockIt cuts through the noiseContinue reading “RIP JJ Cale”

Flashback – ‘Something in the Air’ Thunderclap Newman (1969)

Thunderclap Newman was a British rock band formed in 1969to showcase the talent of pianist Andy ‘Thunderclap’ Newman They became known for the hit ‘Something in the Air’ Newman died 29 March 2016 age 73, cause of death unknown Lyrics at end (Category ‘Blasts from the past’ for more trips down memory lane) Call outContinue reading “Flashback – ‘Something in the Air’ Thunderclap Newman (1969)”

Flashback – ‘Monster Mash’ Bobby Pickett (1964)

Bobby ‘Boris’ Pickett was an American singer/songwriter/actor and comedian. As a 9-year-old he watched many horror films. Lyrics at end. American Bandstand 13 October 1964 Halloween 2015 (Category ‘Blasts from the past’ for more trips down memory lane) I was working in the lab, late one nightWhen my eyes beheld an eerie sightFor my monsterContinue reading “Flashback – ‘Monster Mash’ Bobby Pickett (1964)”

RIP Avicii, Dead at 28 (world famous dj)

Tim Bergling (Avicii) was a Swedish DJ, remixer, record producer, musician, singer and songwriter. He suffered stress and poor mental health. On 20 April 2018 he committed suicide, age 28 Avicii, a world-famous DJPerformed with the great Rolling StonesConcerned with his health and wellbeingAt 28, dead, and now gone As poet I want to reflectWhatContinue reading “RIP Avicii, Dead at 28 (world famous dj)”

Flashback – ‘Video Killed the Radio Star’ The Buggles (1979)

The Buggles were a new wave British band formed in 1977 by singer/bassist Trevor Horn and keyboardist Geoffrey Downes. They were best known for their hit ‘Video Killed the Radio. They were originally called the Bugs as a pun to the Beatles but on realising they would not be as successful changed it to theContinue reading “Flashback – ‘Video Killed the Radio Star’ The Buggles (1979)”

Flashback – ‘Magic’ Pilot (1975)

Pilot were a Scottish pop rock band known for their hit song ‘Magic’ Don MatthewsDecember 2020 [Chorus]Oh, ho, hoIt’s magic you knowNever believe, it’s not soIt’s magic, you knowNever believe, it’s not so [Verse 1]Never been awakeNever seen a day breakLeaning on my pillow in the morningLazy day in bedMusic in my headCrazy music playingContinue reading “Flashback – ‘Magic’ Pilot (1975)”

Musicians Then and Now – Guitarist Jeff Beck

Jeff Beck is an English rock guitarist who began with the Yardbirds in 1965. His focus is on innovative sound and has developed a style different to any other guitarist. Rolling Stone has ranked him 5th in 100 greatest guitarists of all time. He mainly uses the thumb to pluck strings combining this with theContinue reading “Musicians Then and Now – Guitarist Jeff Beck”

Flashback – ‘Disco Duck’ Rick Dees and his Cast of Idiots

Here at FCS we encourage all things whacky. Clever whacky. For this reason we were thrilled when Rick and his cast of idiots knocked on our door and asked if they could perform for us. Here’s Rick and his idiotic team on American Bandstand in the early 90’s Take it away Rick…… In keeping withContinue reading “Flashback – ‘Disco Duck’ Rick Dees and his Cast of Idiots”