I have to admit this “no theme” idea is one I should have adopted a long time ago. With no limitations imposed by going with a set theme, I am finding it much easier to play nothing but great songs (and great memories) that cover a wide spectrum of musical tastes.
Today we start with a folk ballad by Canada’s greatest songwriter, and end with a bombastic country song that became a crossover hit on the Billboard Country charts and the Hot 100. In between we have a stack of familiar pop and rock classics from the 60s and 70s, plus a country classic by one of the definitive crooners of the Nashville Sound era, and a #1 hit from the 50s by a then 15-year old singer!
The only thing these eleven songs have in common is
They. Are. Great.
Memories … That’s What We’re All About
Play buttons are on the left … Volume sliders are on the right
Throwback Thursday
Gordon Lightfoot – Jay & The Americans
Monkees – ABBA – Stampeders
Ringo Starr – Guess Who
Eddy Arnold – Paul Anka
Jan & Dean – Trace Adkins
Ray you certainly didn’t use a Lightfoot this AM!! I can see you are not Monkeeing around!! You got a few Americans in the mix and you added a sweet city women!!
I hope we don’t get Stampeded!! My ears almost have like a Ringoing sound!! (Nancy knows the songs before I do!!) I swear she has a photograph in her mind!! I am trying to Guess Who and she already knows Who!! That sure puts the hurtin’ on me!! Now she is asking me why would we want the world to away!! Paul Anka is bringing back sweet memories for Nancy, she and her God Mother used to sing this together!! (see Ray you always bring back great memories!)Dead man curves was up on the way to Rutland VT. had to be careful on the way back from the Hampton Manor!(My favorite place to play!) Not a bad away to end Ray!! Nothin’ like a Honky Tonk Badonkadonk!!(say that 3 times fast) Have a great day!! love ya!!
You are smokin’ hot this morning, Fred! I can almost hear the wheels turning in your head!
I’m very happy I could bring back a special memory for your bride. 🥰
I hope both of you have a terrific day!
Love Ya Both!
Good one, today, Fred. Now the Hampton Manor, there’s a memory!
It sure is, Pat!
Yep, you didn’t need a thyme, these are great and take us back to the good old days in music. <3
Thank you, Nancy ❤
You always make me smile … ALWAYS
This was awesome! I am loving the snow theme thing! What a great idea your random pics are absolutely the tops in my book. Gordon Lightfoot, wow such a talent! I loved all of the songs that you had on here today, But I think my favorite had to be Eddie Arnold. Gosh I could listen to him forever and ever, and my dad loved him when he was alive that was one of his favorite artist of all time. And he used to saying very loudly along with him whenever song came on the radio. This was great brought back lots of memories, all good ones! Ray, you’re the best! 🥰
Thank you, Sandy 🥰
It’s memories like the one of your dad singing along with the great Mr. Arnold that makes doing this so special for me.
I am loving this new approach. It really frees me up!
Liked the way you arranged the slower and faster selections
Up & down is good for rhythm & the soul, kinda like life
Thank you, Mary Helen. 🥰
There are times (many, in fact) you catch on to my thought process without me ever saying a word!
I agree with all of the above, especially Sandy & her dad. I had Eddy Arnold’s MY World album but lost it at college. He is definitely one of the best. Badonkadon(can’t spell it, say nothing about saying it 3 times) is a great feel-good song!
Thank you, Pat. 🥰
So glad you enjoyed the medley and I think Trace Adkins closed it all out in style!
Eddy Arnold had a very special pianist on his song; Floyd Cramer, another legend.
Interesting Fact: When his wife of 66 years died, Eddy passed just two months later.
Thanks for the imfo, Ray. Floyd Cramer is certainly a legend. I have friends who were married for over 60 years, and died within 2 weeks of each other. Hearts can certainly break.
That is true love, Pat ❤
you did it again .. what a wonderful medley. Just listened again before bed … wish I was on a carefree highway and make the world go away .. LOL Listened to Eddy Arnold a lot when I was a kid .. was one of my mom’s favorites at the time! I love the mix of different genres and decades as I love most music and all these are great!!!!
Have a good night my friend!
XXOO
Thanks, Penny 🥰
I am getting lot of positive reactions to the “no theme” plan, and some very nice comments about Eddy. Not only was he a great singer, he wa an even better human being.
Have a wonderful night and Sweet Dreams!
XOXO
Loving these “Memories”!
In Florida now, visiting my daughter and her husband.
I get up earlier than they do, so I listen then.
Thank you❤️
Thanks, Jim! 🥰
Enjoy the warmer weather, but more importantly, enjoy the visit with your daughter and son-in-law!