Saturday, May 2, 2009

Dream a Little Dream

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Music from the guitar's perspective
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Friday, May 1, 2009

Thursday, April 30, 2009

Talihina Sky

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Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Feeling the Same Way ...

The first time I heard Norah Jones was with my wife in the Pepper Lounge in Chicago while we were there on the recommendation of Mr. Michael Glabicki (of Rusted Root and solo career which Bill Siddons = the Doors = manages) while Rusted Root played two way sold out shows at the Chicago House of Blues back-to-back inbetween Christmas and New Year's 2003. So, at any rate, the Pepper Lounge was mentioned to us by an American Eagle executive and definitely delivered. The owner was so cool (and Hot) and she ended-up making reservations for us at her favorite Sushi spot in the Warehouse District by Oprah's studio called Sushi Wabi = which was added to the unreal experience we were already experiencing = fate fing fong ho = A+++

Pepper Lounge

3441 N. Sheffield, Chicago

NOW CLOSED...

Formerly: Wrigleyville residents who venture to try the Pepper Lounge despite its exotic, flaming exterior quickly realize they have found a hidden gem. The Northside brims with intimate fine dining spots, but few serve as late or with as much vigor as this martini bar and lounge. The candle-lit dining room is no bigger than most Wrigleyville one-bedrooms and the intimate booths embrace diners in a deep sea of velveteen. It's close quarters; so expect to rub elbows with the other martini-loving, see-and-be-seeners who flock like moths the Pepper Lounge flames on Friday and Saturday nights.
Meat-lovers may sample the beef tenderloin medallions with Shiraz before indulging in the petit filet, while vegetarians find tasty solace in the four-cheese ravioli tossed in a spicy roma tomato sauce. Patrons often top off the night with a unique martini, but the espresso crème brulee can make one drunk with delight. A popular date spot, the Pepper Lounge recommends reservations on weekends and holidays.
Reviewed By:
Vanessa Nichols

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Tuesday, April 28, 2009

"Put A Lid On It" - Squirrel Nut Zippers (1996)

"Put A Lid On It," by The Squirrel Nut Zippers.

Lyrics:

Put a lid on it
What's that you say?
Put a lid on it
Oh man, no way
Put a lid down on it, and everything will be all right.
Put a lid on it
Don't hand me that
Put a lid on it
I'm all right, Jack
Put a lid down on it, before somebody starts a fight.

Say, every time I turn it loose you cats Come down and cook my goose
When I start I just can't stop
But if you keep this up you're gonna blow your top!
Put a lid on it
Too late this time
Put a lid on it
I've got to get what's mine
Put a lid down on it, and everything will be all right.

Well, grab your drink and clear a space I think it's time to torch this place
Now the girl's in overdrive
But some of your pals want to stay alive!
I'll put a lid on it
I'll put a lid down on it
Save it for another night

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Monday, April 27, 2009

Lavay Smith on Fog Town Network

Fog Town Network was a San Francisco variety tv show. FTN#26 was broadcast live on April 30, 1995. Here is Lavay Smith & the Red Hot Skillet Lickers performing "Between The Devil & the Deep Blue Sea". This Arlen-Koehler classic was charted by Cab Calloway in 1931 and Louis Armstrong in 1932, followed by many others.

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