Monday, October 31, 2022
October 2022 Set List
1. On Our Own
2. Sing Sing Sing
3. Careless Memories
4. Tel Aviv
5. Just a Job to Do
6. Groove Is In the Heart
7. Le Freak
8. Sin of the City
(#9 & #10 are YouTube videos to enhance the spooky tone on this Halloween 2022)
Sunday, October 30, 2022
Saturday, October 29, 2022
Jam In the Studio - Recording Gear
Disclaimer - This post contains affiliate links and I may earn a small commission made at no cost to you.
A jam session in the recording studio needs to be captured and recorded in the moment to continue finding the perfect note, beat, and overall tone. Whether just starting out and ready to create a debut album to professionals aiming for a top album to an original lineup reuniting to pick up where they left off, get the recording gear out and jam!
Follow the link below for the overall Recording category & link to all-star gear -
Friday, October 28, 2022
Thursday, October 27, 2022
Happy Birthday, Simon Le Bon
In the spirit of Simon Le Bon's birthday and the upcoming Duran Duran original lineup reunion for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction ceremony, I am sharing the one and only classic - "Girls On Film" 2004 performance in London's iconic Wembley Stadium.
The birthday boy now was always saved for last then. Enjoy!
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
The Ultimate Spooktacular Band
In this final edition of Spooktacular Band for the month of October 2022, my concluding band is The Rolling Stones - a spook for the band's impressive longevity.
So let's explore their highlights -
To quote Wikipedia,
"Active for six decades (1962 - present), they are one of the most popular and enduring bands of the rock era."
From early years performing in small clubs to defining grand arena rock, the show truly does go on.
The Beatles and The Rolling Stones are by far the most recognized British invasion early into the concept. Duran Duran came around some time later...
...Speaking of Duran Duran - If you thought their performances were electric with lighting, screens, and sound, The Rolling Stones were at the forefront of striking performances and continue to be.
Legacy -
30 studio albums, 23 live albums, 12 compilation albums - all including more than 340 songs
4th best-selling group of all time ... Over 240 million albums sold worldwide
#1 single - "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" (considered the classic example of rock and roll)
Only band to top the UK Albums Chart in 6 different decades
No. 4 on Rolling Stone's Greatest Artists of All Time (2010)
First concert in July 1962 ... Over 2,000 concerts worldwide since
Bridges to Babylon, Voodoo Lounge, A Bigger Bang - highest grossing tours of all time
Mick Jagger considered to be "the Rolling Stone who changed music" (The Telegraph)
3 Grammy Awards & 12 nominations
Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award (1986)
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1989
A comprehensive list of awards and nominations received by The Rolling Atones can be found on Wikipedia.
The Rolling Stones' history and legacy will last forever and will continue to inspire artists generations after them.
Monday, October 24, 2022
Set List Brief
Dear Readers & Passersby,
Due to an overhaul in tech coverage for my home, this post is my first chance to let you know that I had to take the day off.
On a final note for the day, I no longer plan to post Park Lane jewelry due to personal reasons and so therefore all jewelry posts previously published on Set List will be a pass.
Back to usual tomorrow!
Sunday, October 23, 2022
Sunday Bonus - Best-Selling Singles In the UK
In this Sunday Bonus special, I am noting the top best-selling singles in the UK. There are two lists to contend with based on paid-for purchases and combines sales, so I will make this post very brief.
Elton John ranks first on both lists with "Something About the Way You Look Tonight"/"Candle in the Wind 1997" and both lists find the singles at well over 4 milli0n in sales.
Interestingly, Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody"/"These Are the Days of Our Lives" ranked third on paid-for with over 2.5 million and "Bohemian Rhapsody" ranked fourth on combined with over 2.7 million.
And the article goes from there. Follow the Wikipedia link below.
Sunday Special - Multi-Platinum Albums Sold In the UK
In this edition of Sunday Special, I am highlighting UK musicians within the scope of the highest level of album certification. This is defined by the BPI - British Phonographic Industry.
BPI designates the highest level of certification to Platinum or 300,000 in albums and 500,000 in singles and 50,000 in music DVD. The level just below Platinum is Gold and the lowest level possible to reach is Silver. In this post, I am focusing on Platinum.
The best-selling album in the UK is Greatest Hits by Queen with more than 7 million copies sold in the UK alone and 124,000 included as downloads. In other words, the album has achieved 23x Platinum.
Third in the list, and second in British artists, of best-selling albums in the UK is Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band by The Beatles with 18x Platinum.
Fourth finds Adele with her album, 21, achieving 17x Platinum. Following her is Oasis with (What's the Story) Morning Glory? achieving 16x Platinum.
Seventh on the list is Pink Floyd with The Dark Side of the Moon achieving 15x Platinum, followed by Dire Straits with Brothers in Arms achieving 14x Platinum.
Queen's Greatest Hits II ranks tenth and achieved 13x Platinum. To round out the teens is Amy Winehouse with Back to Black achieving 13x Platinum.
On the rank of 1st to 60th by Platinum status (and therefore by best-selling albums in the UK), the last British act is Take That with their album, Never Forget - The Ultimate Collection, achieving 8x Platinum. Take That, as a British band, has shown up three times, as have Coldplay.
Side note - Michael Jackson is the only American artist to show up more than once (twice). Simon & Garfunkel as an American duo and Paul Simon as a solo musician are on the list as well.
The range on the list is extensive by rank, by Platinum status, and by country. The focal point though is based on best-selling in the UK. There will be many British musicians and bands on the list.
Follow the Wikipedia link below for a full view.
Saturday, October 22, 2022
October Series - Twilight by Park Lane
October 22, 2022
Twilight by Park Lane - Fashmates Design
- What's included -
Twilight Ring ($159)
On Set List, there is spooky music in October. On the fashion end of music, there is spooky glam in October. Which do you prefer?
Friday, October 21, 2022
Thursday, October 20, 2022
zZounds On Friday Eve
Disclaimer - This post contains an affiliate link and I may earn a small commission on any purchase made at no cost to you.
In this concluding post of zZounds Friday Eve for beginners, I once again hope to inspire through an instrumental pack.
Consider below -
Casio For Beginners
LK-S250 Casiotone Portable
Electronic Keyboard with Lighted Keys
Package - $209.95
Pack - Electronic Keyboard with Lighted Keys, Stand, Power Supply, Headphones
https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--CASLKS250?siid=276431
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
Roland Jam Session
Special Announcement -
The Roland V-Drums are established on Set List but new to Jam Session, so if you would like a refresh on the brand with a buying guide and examples, explore Jam Session.
Play it either way!
Spooktacular Bands - Guns N' Roses
In the launch edition of Spooktacular Bands, I featured KISS and the band's intense visual appearance. In last week's edition, I featured "Back in Black" by AC/DC for the song itself.
In today's edition of Spooktacular Bands, I am featuring Guns N' Roses and their iconic song, "Welcome To The Jungle." If for the title and lyrical tone alone, Guns N' Roses is perfect for the Spooktacular Bands theme.
Consider -
Monday, October 17, 2022
October Orange Fashion
In this edition of Monday October orange fashion, the orange theme is statement tropical. The jewelry shown below is perfect as an anniversary gift or as a colorful Halloween treat for her (accenting jewels candy in vivid holiday colors).
Explore Orange County -
Park Lane Jewelry
Sunday, October 16, 2022
Sunday Bonus - Exceed & Round Out In U.S. Digital Singles
In this Sunday Bonus, I am highlighting digital singles by U.S. music artists exceeding 100 million in sales. I am also rounding out the list with U.S. music artists achieving 38.5 million in sales.
Source - Wikipedia
Eminem - 166 million
Kanye West - 135.5 million
Taylor Swift - 134 million
Beyonce - 113 million
Katy Perry - 109.5 million
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Jason Aldean - 38.5 million
Travis Scott - 38.5 million
Sunday Special - Diamond Certification By the RIAA
In this edition of Sunday Special, I am highlighting the top three U.S. music artists exceeding 100 million albums sold and hence RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) diamond certification.
In this edition, I am also highlighting the end of the list with five U.S. music artists reaching 23.5 million albums sold and guaranteed RIAA certification.
Source - Wikipedia
As of October 13, 2022 -
Top 3 -
- Garth Brooks - 157 million
- Elvis Presley - 146.5 million
- Eagles - 120 million
Bottom 5 -
The Cars
Johnny Cash
Earth, Wind & Fire
Kid Rock
Usher
Saturday, October 15, 2022
Jam Session
On a special note -
For those who love dedicated zZounds posts, follow up on my new blog, Jam Session. Anything and everything instruments and gear!
October Series - The Spooktacular Man
October 15, 2022
The Spooktacular Man - Fashmates Design
- What's included -
Fame Ring ($126)
On Set List, there is spooky music in October. On the fashion end of music, there is spooky glam in October. Which do you prefer?
Friday, October 14, 2022
Thursday, October 13, 2022
zZounds On Friday Eve
;Disclaimer - This post contains an affiliate link and I may earn a small commission on any purchase made at no cost to you.
In this edition of zZounds On Friday Eve, I am continuing to spotlight instrumental and gear packs for beginners who will soon be on their pro eve.
For beginners especially, my Set List motto offers inspiration - Play it!
Yamaha Pack For Beginners
Yamaha Gigmaker Deluxe Acoustic Guitar
Package - $249.99
Pack - Solid Spruce Acoustic Guitar, Gig Bag, Digital Tuner, Strap, Strings, Picks, DVD
https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--YAMGMDLX?siid=29724
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
Spooktacular Bands - AC/DC
In the launch edition of Spooktacular Bands, KISS was the feature for spooky appearance. The content of the video was best meant for adults because of the visual intensity.
In this edition, AC/DC is the feature for the song itself - "Back in Black."
Monday, October 10, 2022
October Orange Fashion
In this edition of Monday October orange fashion, the orange theme is formal and perfect for girls night out or date night.
Consider Orange Elegance -
Park Lane Jewelry
Sunday, October 9, 2022
Sunday Special
In this edition of Sunday Special, I am highlighting record RIAA Diamond Certifications. Where the launch covered artists with the most Diamond albums, this post will cover digital singles.
The list of RIAA Diamond digital singles is exceedingly long and would exhaust an entire day to type here, so I will note the top of the list and the end of the list.
Each digital single in the list has achieved 10x in sales thereby certifying diamond status.
Michael Jackson's "Thriller" and "Billie Jean" rank well at the top - first and second entries.
French Montana's "Unforgettable" concludes the list of Diamond certification for digital singles.
For all other artists in the elite Diamond group, refer to Wikipedia.
Saturday, October 8, 2022
October Series - Bewitched Holiday
October 8, 2022
Bewitched Holiday - Fashmates design
- What's included -
Silhouette Necklace ($131)
Zara Earrings ($94)
Iconic Jet Bracelet ($154)
(The ring is no longer available.)
On Set List, there is spooky music in October. On the fashion end of music, there is spooky glam in October. Which do you prefer?
Friday, October 7, 2022
Thursday, October 6, 2022
zZounds On Friday Eve
Disclaimer - This post contains an affiliate link and I may earn a small commission on any purchase made at no cost to you.
Where I once thought I was declined as an affiliate with zZounds, I am in fact not.
Friday Eve is a common theme on Set List, with every Thursday itching to end and Friday finally arrived.
In the new Set List series, zZounds On Friday Eve, I am spotlighting instrumental and gear packs for beginners who will soon be on their pro eve.
Whether beginner or professional and any level in between, my Set List motto remains always - Play it!
Epiphone Pack For Beginners
Epiphone Les Paul Special II Player Pack
Beginner pack ... Beginner budget - $219
Pack - Guitar, Amp, Gig Bag, Picks, Tuner, Cable, Straps, Online lessons
https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--EPILPSPIIPPEB?siid=117473
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Spooktacular Bands - KISS
In this Tuesday launch series in October, I am featuring bands that bring an air of intense fright based on appearance, iconic songs, and more. For example -
KISS
"Rock and Roll All Nite"
*The content of the video below is best for adults only - my recommendation would be 21 and older.
Monday, October 3, 2022
October Orange Fashion
In this month of October, every post will lead to the ultimate set list and "Thriller" classic music video.
The Monday theme in October is orange fashion with orange being an iconic October color.
The orange fashion posts highlight orange Park Lane jewelry.
With that said,
Happy October!
Orange Crush
Park Lane Jewelry
$106
Sunday, October 2, 2022
Sunday Special
Today's edition of Set List Reader's Choice is a special. The original choice was RIAA Diamond Certification - Singles. The challenge was to guess artists with the most diamond certified singles based on song titles. Since this month of October will be spooky themed, the challenge will resume in November.
With that said, this Sunday Special will reflect the theme from last Sunday.
RIAA Diamond Certification - Albums
Guess the most diamond certified albums by top artists.
Garth Brooks
The Beatles
Led Zeppelin
Eminem
Shania Twain
Whitney Houston
Saturday, October 1, 2022
October Series - Attend In Black
In this month of October, the better majority of the posts will focus on fashion with an October theme - black & orange colors, spooky. The ultimate conclusion will be the set list and "Thriller" video.
With that said, are you scared or intrigued?
October 1, 2022 - Attend In Black, Fashmates design
The Onyx Ring -
In the ring collection on Park Lane.
Shop my boutique while the jewel lasts!