Released in 1968,
the music on this LP
is of course utterly timeless, stunning, and beautiful.
The striking (pun intended) sound of the solo harpsichord
makes it all the more appealing and noteworthy.
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Various: "100 Musical Memories, Volume One, Record Two"
Oddly
I do not know what orchestra recorded this LP.
I do not know when this LP was released.
I do not know who created the cover illustration.
The music is timeless,
and the illustration is extraordinary.
I really wish I knew who was the artist.
Dinah Shore: "Sings Cole Porter and Richard Rodgers"
Released in 1950
(near as I could tell from research).
Quite a leap from Olivia Newton-John in the previous post
to Dinah Shore in this one,
except that they both were bombshell phenomena
in their day.
If anything, Dinah Shore was even more of an icon.
Read more about Dinah Shore HERE.
Olivia Newton-John: "Totally Hot"
Released in 1978.
Surfing the wave of "Grease" success,
this LP was dynamite for Olivia.
Still a fun listen to this day!
More about Olivia Newton-John HERE.
The Steve Miller Band: "Greatest Hits, 1974-78"
Released in 1978.
Some of the best party music EVER!
It is a little disturbing to me that this LP
is rapidly approaching
FORTY (40) years
since its release.
I think I'll observe a moment of silence.
And then
CRANK THIS PUPPY UP
and dance my sox off!
Cover Illustration & Design: Kelly & Mouse
Cover Lettering: Sam Shepard
Photography: David Stahl
Album Design: John von Hamersveld
Friday, February 25, 2011
Eddie Money: "Can't Hold Back"
Released in 1986,
this was Eddie Money's sixth (6th) studio LP.
Read more about the life and times of Eddie Money HERE.
Monday, February 21, 2011
The Steve Miller Band: "Book of Dreams"
Released in 1977,
this was their twelfth (12th) studio LP.
It's hard for me to imagine there is anyone out there
who has not heard most of this music,
but if you really are one who has not yet enjoyed these tunes
DO NOT waste any more time!
Go get these tracks -
especially
"Jet Airliner"
"Swingtown"
"The Stake"
"Jungle Love"
"True Fine Love"
Get started on the history of The Steve Miller Band HERE.
Love this album.
Love the tunes.
Love the art.
Art Direction: Roy Kohara
Illustration: Kelly and Mouse
(this is a reference to Alton Kelley and Stanley (Miller) Mouse)
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