In this edition of Set List Reader's Choice, your top favorite is two-fold:
The featured song was "The Sun" and the artist was Parov Stelar.
I became an official fan of Parov Stelar with the song, "Chambermaid Swing."
Warning - I have a slight addiction to Parov's music with several iTunes downloads.
Duran Duran is known for bold and highly energetic concert performances. Sparkling lights, screen images best meant for adults, intense anticipation leading up to audience favorites, and how much more can they do to go live. (As the original lineup reunited way back when, Andy noted how much could they spend on *f* lights.)
In very subtle honor to Diana (given her passion for DD and her son being present), I think Duran Duran was an excellent band to perform at the Platinum Jubilee. Of course, the celebration was truly meant for Queen Elizabeth II and her more than impressive 70 years on the royal throne.
Her anniversary held due outstanding bash - party at the palace extravaganza. Fans went all out in excitement when Duran Duran took the stage. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge looked less than enthused with their young children watching a spectacular show not meant for the two still in grade school. Their mother's expression toward her husband, Prince William, spoke volumes to what their children should not be seeing. Yet, they could not leave because after all they are royals. I cannot imagine any parent with a child watching sensitive performances, let alone the parents being senior royals needing to stay.
Take to YouTube -
In this edition of Set List Reader's Choice, I am taking a double take in what you - the reader and passerby - found the most intriguing in two linked posts...double take.
Post 1 - Guess the Artist
The song - "Sweet Home Alabama"
Post 2 - The One & Only
Brought to you by Lynyrd Skynyrd.
The first post features the song on YouTube. The second post details the background of the band and their success throughout the years.
Follow the links above to take a look back.
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As with Gibson, Fender, Epiphone, and Tama, all have been featured with no budget listed - in other words, instrumentals best for professionals and collectors. I am continuing the theme today with the Roland brand. Will you go on a spending spree or mind a budget?
Roland
https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/cat--Roland--3580
Samples -
Roland Fantom 8 Music Synthesizer Workstation Keyboard
88-Key ... $4,199.99
https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--ROLFANTOM8?siid=268226
Lynyrd Skynyrd
Original lineup -
Ronnie Van Zant (vocals), Gary Rossington (guitar), Allen Collins (guitar), Larry Junstrom (bass), Bob Burns (drums)
Revolving members -
Leon Wilkeson (bass), Billy Powell (keyboards), Ed King (guitarist), Artimus Pyle (drums - after Burns), Steve Gaines (guitarist - after King)
Main genre - Southern Rock with such noted songs as "Sweet Home Alabama" and "Free Bird"
October 20, 1977 - Plane crash that killed Ronnie Van Zant, Steve Gaines, and serious injuries to those still alive
1987 - Reunion led by Ronnie's brother, Johnny Van Zant, and Gary Rossington (only consistent member)
Honors -
No. 95 on Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Artists of All Time (2004)
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2006
Over 28 million records sold in the U.S.
RIAA Certifications -
(Pronounced Leh- nerd Skin-nerd) - Debut 1973 ... Gold 1974 & 2x Platinum 1987 ... No. 27 on Billboard 200
Second Helping - 1974 ... 2x Platinum ... No. 12 on Billboard
Nuthin' Fancy - 1975 ... Platinum ... No. 9 on Billboard
Gimme Back My Bullets - 1976 ... Gold ... No 20 on Billboard
Street Survivors - 1977 ... 2x Platinum ... No. 5 on Billboard
Refer to Wikipedia for the full history of Lynyrd Skynyrd.
In this edition of Guess the Artist, the song I am sharing is "Sweet Home Alabama." This one may seem pretty easy, especially if you like the blues rock genre. There is speculation that ":Sweet Home Alabama" suggests political views. Consider the YouTube video below -
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In recent posts, I have dared the thought of expensive electric guitars and bass guitars and by expensive, I mean no budget best referred to professionals and collectors. I have long been intrigued by the guitar but have never been one with stringed instruments (the viola and I will never be friends). So let's switch gears.
I was once told I maintain a good beat. The drums are awesome, especially for rock music. I can see Roger Taylor of Duran Duran as a power player because I think a jazz kit would be too slow to the beat he is used to. So Roger Taylor, take the drums to a new level with the Tama brand.
Tama
In this edition of Cover Up Friday, I am featuring Astronaut2005 Drummer's cover of Duran Duran's "The Reflex" as originally recorded. With that said, the live from London performance is upbeat and fun with Simon Le Bon's classic "why" to Nick Rhodes and Nick's answer that I swear will never be known in any concert.
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Iconic Fashion
Slash
The Blues Brothers
The original blues rendition of "Sweet Home Chicago" was written and performed by Robert Johnson in 1936. All interpretations after that have the original to contend with...
...Until The Blues Brothers came along, defining R&B for a new and established generation. Other musicians included R&B, Soul, and Blues artists James Brown, Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, Chaka Khan, and others.
Point of interest - When Barack Obama hosted musical festivities in the White House, Buddy Guy and B.B. King - perhaps the king of blues - encouraged the president to sing along...hesitant agreement on Barack's part.
The Blues Brothers, as a film, aired in theatres in 1980. The full background can be found on Wikipedia.
"Sweet Home Chicago" was No. 10 on the film's soundtrack. The soundtrack itself landed well into esteemed certifications -
Gold in Italy & the Netherlands
Platinum in New Zealand & the U.S.
2X Platinum in France, Germany, Switzerland, and the UK
6X Platinum in Australia
The background behind the movie itself is incredibly long and detailed, so follow the Wikipedia link above should you want to read more. This post, though, is all about blues music and artists that made the genre what it is now and for future generations,.
In this brief week on Set List (because of the 4th of July holiday), your landslide favorite post is -
When I launched Set List, in my heart I knew that blogging was it - my meant to be career.
When I signed on with Amazon Associates last month (June), I was determined to be an ecommerce entrepreneur - buy select products on Amazon for review on Blogger and aim for customer purchase.
In the next 4 months, I need to achieve 3 sales to complete the Associate process. So far, I have one. That one is from a friend I am connected to on Facebook. What she happened to purchase is as popular as the Blue Tie-Dye short sleeve tunic.
Set of 4 - $19.99
Rectangular shape
Rimless
Unisex
Colors - Black, Blue, Pink*, Brown
*The Pink sunglasses are subject to color debate. When I received my pack, the pink was more red if anything and the tint upon wear was red. Personally not a fan.
I passed on the black sunglasses to my mom when she was in need of new sunglasses.
The brown sunglasses are okay.
And then there is blue - my OMG product moment. Crystal clear blue, entirely see through, sun-kissed summer perfect.
In Amazon words - Cool cute.
Due disclaimer - This post contains affiliate links and I may earn a small commission on any purchase made at no cost to you.
Due disclaimer - This post contains affiliate links and I may earn a small commission on any purchase made at no cost to you.
Gibson, Fender...and then there is Epiphone, on the heels of profound interest to many guitarists, especially pros.
Where Gibson owns Epiphone, as of 1957, Epiphone has really come into its own.
The question now is - how expensive does Epiphone want to go?
Epiphone
https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/cat--Epiphone--3542
Epiphone Original Collection
On this the 246th United States birthday, I am honoring the holiday with a brief break from Set List. I will be off July 5 to July 6 and will return to Set List on the 7th.
Aside from polarizing differences politically, socially, religiously, and morally, at the end of the day we as Americans still have a country to fight for. The United States has values that unite all and should bring us all together.
On this 4th of July special, stay safe but just have fun. We are owed this.
Happy Birthday, USA
In this week's edition of Set List Reader's Choice, your top favorite is:
So here's the thing - The music was clearly defined in the post but Pinterest fashion was not shared...half the point for the theme.
As for music, the post link above focused on Duran Duran's Red Carpet Massacre.
As for fashion as shared on Pinterest, I styled an outfit to wear to an RCM concert.
The album and outfit were brought together on the online social fashion styling platform, Fashmates. From there, the look book was posted on Pinterest.
With that said, let's try Pinterest Music & Fashion again.
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Where Gibson is a go-to for electric guitars, Fender is a go-to for bass guitars. There is just one catch to both names - they are not always budget friendly and can be awesome for collectors and professionals in the studio or on stage.
So speaking of Fender, what is the brand's most expensive bass?
Fender
https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/cat--Fender--3544
Fender Bass
In this edition of Cover Up Friday, I am featuring Astronaut2005 Drummer's cover of "Planet Earth" as originally recorded early into Duran Duran's career.
Question - "Planet Earth" live or recorded?
