November Set List

 November Set List

Set List Anniversary Special

Ten years ago, I launched my first niche blog that was all about music.  Anything music was my vow, whether article style or videos and so many genres to consider.  In the past ten years, Set List has become eclectic and truly a joy to share posts.

Anything music...Eclectic...

In this November Set List, I am honoring Hollywood pop culture with iconic film scores.

A unique way to cap off the month in an anniversary year.  Enjoy!

1.  Over the Rainbow - The Wizard of Oz (1939)

2.  Singin' in the Rain - Singin' in the Rain (1952)

3.  Moon River - Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961)

4.  Charade - Charade (1963)

5.  The Pink Panther - The Pink Panther (1963)

6.  Stayin' Alive - Saturday Night Fever (1977)

7.  Axel F - Beverly Hills Cop (1984)

8.  A View to a Kill - A View to a Kill (1985)

9.  Criminal Mind - Blue Streak (1999)

10.  The Car Chase - A Beautiful Mind (2001)

Casio Keyboard Bonus

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Epiphone, Tobias, Silvertone, and Yamaha may offer rock 'n roll beginner guitar packs, but don't overlook the full beginner pack that Casio offers.  Consider the following -

Casio CT-X700 Portable Electronic Keyboard

Education Pack with Stand, Headphones, Adapter, and Software

$213.95 ... Monthly Payment Plan - 4 x $53.49

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--CASCTX700?siid=245465

Instrumental Inspired

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Inspiration for the want in life can come from anywhere and is uniquely defined by each person.  On Set List, inspiration comes from music.

In Instrumental Inspired, I am returning to my roots on zZounds to showcase beginner-friendly instruments that inspire the want of learning how to play.

In this edition of the series, my Instrumental Inspired is the Casio CT-X700 Portable Electronic Keyboard.  If you - like me - are a beginner and want to start somewhere, this electronic keyboard may be the perfect option.

Casio CT-X700 Portable Electronic Keyboard

$174 ... Monthly Payment Plan - 4 x $43.50

If you are seriously interested in learning how to play this keyboard and Casio is an inspiring brand, consider the link below for more information.

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--CASCTX700?siid=232195

zZounds Saturday - Fretless Electric Bass

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In this edition of zZounds Saturday, I am featuring the fretless bass guitar.  As the selection is limited, I will share the full offer.  Consider the following -

Ibanez SRF705 Portamento Fretless Electric Bass, 5-String

Brown Sunburst Finish

$999.99 ... Monthly Payment Plans -

4 x $250

8 x $125

12 x $83.33

18 x $55.56

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--IBASRF705

ESP LTD B204 Fretless Electric Bass

Finish - Natural Satin

$499 ... Monthly Payment Plans -

4 x $124.75 

6 x $83.17

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--ESPB204SMFL

ESP LTD B205 Fretless Electric Bass (5-String)

Finish - Natural Satin

$549 ... Monthly Payment Plans

4 x $137.25

6 x $91.50

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--ESPB205SMFL

Fender Tony Franklin Fretless Precision Bass with Case

Note - 2 Left

Finishes - 3-Color Sunburst, Lake Placid Blue

$1,699.99 ... Monthly Payment Plans -

8 x $212.50

12 x $141.67

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--FEN0190085

Ibanez SRF700 Portamento Fretless Electric Bass

Finish - Brown Burst Flat

$949.99 ... Monthly Payment Plans

4 x $237.50

8 x $118.75

12 x $79.17

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--IBASRF700

Fender Jaco Pastorius Fretless Jazz Electric Bass with Case

Finish - 3-Color Sunburst

$1,799.99 ... Monthly Payment Plans -

8 x $225

12 x $150

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--FEN0196208

Set List Friday Special - Holiday Kickoff

Memorial Day is considered to be the unofficial launch of the summer season.  The 4th of July is honored when the holiday comes.

On the other hand, Halloween is considered to be the unofficial launch of the holiday season because Thanksgiving tends to be glossed over and straight to Christmas.  The fundamental meaning behind Thanksgiving is somehow lost in transit.

With that said, I have one concluding note -

To American readers and passersby, I hope you had a truly Happy Thanksgiving filled with love, laughs, and tradition...of course, though, staying safe.  As November quickly comes to a close, may this official holiday kickoff be the most wonderful time of the year...

Enjoy the video below -

Thanksgiving Announcement

Dear readers and passersby,

Just to let you know, I will be taking time off for the Thanksgiving holiday - Wednesday and Thursday of this week.  I will return to Set List on Friday.

- Lauren

What Happens Tomorrow

In this edition of Just Another Tuesday, I am featuring Duran Duran and their profound message behind "What Happens Tomorrow."

"What Happens Tomorrow"

Genres considered - Rock, New Wave

Released in January 2005

Second single from Astronaut

No. 11 on UK Singles Chart

No. 2 on Billboard Dance Club Songs

(Wikipedia)

Monday Blues Instrumental

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In this edition of Monday Blues Instrumental, I am showcasing a Gretsch Electromatic Center Block Jr. electric guitar.  For reasons as to why the Gretsch rock guitar is listed among the eight best blues guitars in 2020, look to MusicRadar - specifically No. 6.

With that said,

Gretsch G-5655TG Electromatic Center Block Jr. Single-Cut Electric Guitar

Finishes - Azure Metallic, Cadillac Green, Orange Stain

$899.99 ... Monthly Payment Plan Options -

4 x $225 ... 8 x $112.5o ... 12 x $75

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--GRE2509700

Yamaha on zZounds

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Yamaha is an intriguing brand on zZounds.  Why is that?  Epiphone, Fender, and Gibson are staple brands for guitars.  Roland is known for electronic drums and Tama is known for acoustic drum kits.  And then there is a mix of instrumentals within one brand - Yamaha.

Yamaha offers an incredible range from acoustic-electric guitars to acoustic drum kits to acoustic guitars to electric bass guitars to electric guitars to electric drums to personal keyboards to synthesizers and workstations...and literally so much more.  Anything you desire, chances are Yamaha will be your go-to brand.

In this post, I thought I would share the Yamaha link for you to explore and perhaps consider.

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/cat--Yamaha--3597

As always,

Play it!

Instrumental Inspired

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Inspiration for the want in life can come from anywhere and is uniquely defined by each person.  On Set List, inspiration comes from music.

In Instrumental Inspired, I am returning to my roots on zZounds to showcase beginner-friendly instruments that inspire the want of learning how to play.

In this edition of the series, my Instrumental Inspired is the Yamaha PSR-E273 Portable Keyboard.  If you - like me - are a beginner and want to start somewhere, this keyboard may be the perfect option.

Yamaha PSR-E273 Portable Keyboard - "...the ideal keyboard to start your music career..."

Cost - $129.99 OR 4 Payments $32.50

Specs -

61-key ... 143 Preset Styles ... 112 Preset Songs

Quiz Mode 

Yamaha Educational Suite with tools and games

...and much more

If you are seriously interested in learning how to play this keyboard and Yamaha is an inspiring brand, consider the link below for more information.

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--YAMPSRE273

zZounds Electric Bass - 4-String + 5-String

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In the Electric Bass 4-String and 5-String posts, I featured sample guitars noted as back in stock.  I also offered full collection links albeit quite broad.

In this post, I thought I would share the direct 4-String collection link and the direct 5-String collection link for you to explore in full entirety.  

With that said,

Play it!

4-String Basses

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/cat--4-String-Electric-Bass-Guitars--2408

5-String Basses and Up

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/cat--5-String-or-More-Electric-Bass-Guitars--2409

zZounds Saturday - Electric Bass 5-String

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In this edition of zZounds Saturday, I am featuring the 5-String Electric Bass.

As I declared in the post, zZounds Saturday - Electric Bass 4-String -

Play it, John.

With that said, explore the full electric bass collection below -

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/cat--Electric-Bass-Guitars--2407

Consider the 5-String samples below -

Ibanez SR305E Electric Bass. 5-String

Finishes - Pearl White, Root Beer Metallic, Root Beer Metallic Blemished, Silver Sunburst

$399.99 OR 4 Payments $100

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--IBASR305E

Yamaha BB735A Electric Bass Guitar, 5-String (with Gig Bag)

Finishes - Black, Sunburst

$799.99 ... Monthly Payment Plans -

4 x $200

6 x $133.33

8 x 100

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--YAMBB735A

Fender American Pro Precision V Electric Bass, 5-String

(Maple Fingerboard, with Case)

Finish - Antique Olive, Blemished

$1,344

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--FEN0194652

Set List Reader's Choice

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In this edition of Set List Reader's Choice, your top favorite is:

Monday Blues Instrumental

The post will say the rest of it.  Follow the link above.

In summary, the Monday Blues Instrumental feature was the Gibson Les Paul Standard '50s Gold Top Electric Guitar.

In this post, I thought I would cap off the work week with a '60s Gibson.  Consider below -

Gibson Les Paul Standard '60s Electric Guitar (with Case)

$2,499 ... Payment Plan Options -

12 Months $208.25 ... 18 Months $138.83

Bourbon Burst finish

If you are curious about this guitar or the Gibson brand overall, explore the link below.  If you are seriously interested, consider the payment plan options and link below for further details.

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--GIBLPS600

Friday Eve

In this edition of Friday Eve, I am featuring "Dream On" by Aerosmith.  According to my mother, "Dream On" was an anthem in her generation.  I am one generation behind her and I really like the song.  I suppose the anthem has been passed down.

As always,

Play it!

Desert Island Discs Vol. 3 - Duran Duran

 - All You Need Is Now -

Duran Duran is established on Set List, from the launch post in 2010 to the present.  Therefore, there is not much to be said at the moment.

However, Roger Taylor chose to include "All You Need Is Now" in his Desert Island Discs Vol. 3 series for a reason.  So in this post, I thought I would share a brief background behind the album and suppose Roger's intrigue.

Background -

13th album

Digital release in December 2010

Physical release in March 2011

No. 11 in the UK

No. 119 on Billboard 200 following digital release

No. 29 following physical release

"All You Need Is Now" - No. 38 on Billboard's Adult Pop Songs chart ... Lead single on both digital release and physical release ... In December 2010, the song was offered as a free download on iTunes.  

Point of interest -

"All You Need Is Now" was not eligible for listing in the UK Sales chart because of being a free download.

Intriguing conclusion -

"Take Roxy Music, add Kraftwerk, and sprinkle on some Chic, and the result is Duran Duran." - Mojo Magazine, March 2011

My response to the quote - profound and inspiring.

Roxy Music, Kraftwerk, and Chic are all favorites of Roger Taylor.

"...the result is Duran Duran..."

(Wikipedia)

"All You Need Is Now"

Duran Duran - Reach Up For The Sunrise

Reach Up For the Sunrise

 

In this edition of Just Another Tuesday, I am once again featuring Duran Duran and their original lineup reunion hit, "Reach Up For the Sunrise."

"Reach Up For the Sunrise"

Genres considered - Rock, Pop Rock, New Wave

Lead single from Astronaut (2004)

No. 5 on UK Singles Chart

No. 1 on Billboard Dance Club Songs chart

No. 2 in Italy

No. 6 in Denmark and Spain

(Wikipedia)

Notes -

11th album

Released in September 2004

Genres considered - New Wave, Pop Rock, Synth-Pop

Last full album with all five members since Seven and the Ragged Tiger (1983)

Certified Gold in the UK and Italy

(Wikipedia) 

Monday Blues Instrumental

Due disclaimer - This post contains affiliate links and I may earn a small commission on any purchase made.

In this edition of Monday Blues Instrumental, I am showcasing a Gibson Les Paul ideal for the blues genre.

Consider, then, the Gibson Les Paul Standard '50s Gold Top Electric Guitar (with Case) -

$2,499 OR 12 Payments $208.25 OR 18 Payments $138.83

Why should you consider this Gibson Les Paul Standard?  According to MusicRadar, the Gibson holds far more meaning in the blues genre than the common Fender.  "...cream of the crop..." (MusicRadar)

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--GIBLPS5P00

Instrumental Inspired

Due disclaimer - This post contains affiliate links and I may earn a small commission on any purchase made.

Inspiration for the want in life can come from anywhere and is uniquely defined by each person.  On Set List, inspiration comes from music.

In Instrumental Inspired, I am returning to my roots on zZounds to showcase beginner-friendly instruments that inspire the want of learning how to play.

In this edition of the series, my Instrumental Inspired is the Alesis Turbo Mesh Electronic Drum Kit.  If you - like me - are a beginner and want to start somewhere, this kit may be the perfect option.

Follow the Alesis link below for the full category offer -

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/cat--Alesis--3518

As for the Alesis drum kit...

$299 OR 4 Payments $74.75

This Alesis drum kit is unique in two ways - it is ideal for beginners who want to learn and grow into a serious career and, according to zZounds, is a good selection for pros wanting to include an electronic kit to their collection.

What's included - Mesh drum heads, 8" snare pad, (3) 8" tom pads, (3) 10" cymbals - hi-hat, crash, ride - kick pedal, hi-hat pedal ... Aluminum rack ... Connection cables, drum sticks, drum key, power supply

Of every percussion sound, ready to play kit, and play-along track loaded, the most defining feature for a beginner is a built-in coach that helps refine technique and learn new ones.

"Beginner or pro, the Turbo Mesh makes you a better drummer." - zZounds 

If you are seriously interested in learning how to play this turbo mesh electronic drum kit and the Alesis is an inspiring brand, consider the link below for more information.

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--ALETURBOMESHKIT

zZounds Saturday - Electric Bass 4-String

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Note - Due to a technical error, I am not able to access Fashmates look books to be used in the next Fashmates Recommended miniseries.  The next Fashmates Recommended miniseries was to focus on Juicy Couture as founded by Gela Nash and Pamela Skaist.  Gela Nash is married to Duran Duran bassist, John Taylor...

...Speaking of the bass guitar - In this launch edition of zZounds Saturday, I am once again returning to my instrumental roots with zZounds and in this special miniseries, my focus is on the electric bass - 4-String, 5-String, and Fretless.

Play it, John.

With that said, explore the full electric bass collection below -

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/cat--Bass-Guitars-Amps-and-Effects--2392

Consider the 4-String samples below -

Ibanez GSR200 Electric Bass ... "a beginner's best friend"

Finishes - Black, Jewel Blue, Pearl White, Soda Blue, Transparent Red, Walnut Flat, Weathered Black

$199.99 OR 4 Payments $50

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--IBAGSR200

Yamaha BB734A Electric Bass Guitar (with Gig Bag)

"Music isn't just something you "do" anymore - it's your life." - zZounds

According to zZounds, this Yamaha guitar will make you want to get on stage or hit record.

Finishes - Transparent Black

$749.99 ... Monthly Payment Plans -

4 x $187.50

6 x $125

8 x $93.75

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--YAMBB734A

Epiphone Thunderbird IV Electric Bass

According to zZounds, this Epiphone bass is best for entry level musicians to get a feel for playing before opting for a more expensive instrument.

$399 ... Monthly Payment Plans 

4 x $99.75

6 x $66.50

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--EPIEBTBBH

Luna Tattoo Electric Bass

"...will instantly make a statement on any stage..."

$219 OR 4 Payments $54.75

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--LUNTAT34