zZounds - The Edge

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The Edge.  As electric on the guitar as Eddie Van Halen, Slash, and so many more to count.

On this last day of July, I do not have a set list because I honored the United States 4th.  

What I can offer on this last day of July is the edge on zZounds.

His signature guitar is a black Fender Stratocaster.

Leaving this signature to be rather broad and difficult to narrow down, my next best is -

Fender American Performer Stratocaster HSS 

Electric Guitar, Maple Fingerboard (with Gig Bag)

$1,449.99 ... Black finish

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--FEN0114922?siid=251354

Sunday Sample Special

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Fashion Saturday

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Music and fashion...Something about the two.

In the launch edition of Fashion Saturday, I considered Bloomingdale's and the official video for Duran Duran's "Girl Panic!".

In the second edition of Fashion Saturday, I considered Macy's and "Girl Panic!".

In today's feature, I am working with the luxury consignment boutique, Italist, and "Girl Panic!".

Jenny Packham Sample

Preferred formal wear designer

by the Princess of Wales Kate Middleton

Royal Fashion

v.

Supermodel Fashion

Which defines luxury more?

Princess Diana was a huge fan of Duran Duran...

"Girl Panic!"

Weekly's Best

In this edition of Weekly's Best, your top favorite is:

Honoring Tony Bennett

In the post link above, I mentioned three Guinness World Records set by Tony Bennett.  In more detail -

1.  Guinness World Record - "oldest person to reach No. 1 on the U.S. Album Chart with a newly recorded album" (88 years, Cheek to Cheek, 2014)

2.  Guinness World Record - "the longest time between the release of an original recording and a re-recording of the same single by the same artist" ("Fascinating Rhythm" - 68 years and 342 days after original)

3.  Guinness World Record - "the oldest person to release an album of new material at the age of 95"

(Second oldest person to win a Grammy - shared Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album with Lady Gaga...Love for Sale...2022)

(Wikipedia)

Clearance Check-In

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zZounds Clearance

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Used Gear Clearance - Guitars, Amps, and Effects

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Used Gear Clearance - Recording

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Used Gear Clearance - Live Sound/PA

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Clearance DJ & Lighting

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Used Gear Clearance - Keyboards and MIDI

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Used Gear Clearance - Bass Guitars, Amps, and Effects

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

Used Gear Clearance - Computer Audio

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Used Gear Clearance - Accessories

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Used Gear Clearance - Drums

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Sam Ash Used Musical Instruments

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Poor Little Fool

Billboard Hot 100

First Up

"Poor Little Fool"

by Ricky Nelson

No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100

No. 3 on Billboard Country & Western Best Sellers

No. 3 on Billboard Rhythm & Blues Best Sellers

No. 3 on UK Singles 

(Wikipedia)

 

Versus Special - Girls on Film Live

 Girls On Film

Astronaut Tour

Wembley Stadium

- versus - 

Girls On Film

Platinum Jubilee

Buckingham Palace

The Way You Look Tonight

Honoring Tony Bennett

Tony Bennett

August 3, 1926 - July 21, 2023

Jazz and traditional pop singer

Awards -

20 Grammy Awards

Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award

2 Primetime Emmy Awards

Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Honors -

Named an NEA Jazz Master

(National Endowment for the Arts - NEA)

Kennedy Center Honoree 

Over 50 million records sold worldwide

Bronze Medallion in New York City (1969)

Inducted into the Big Band and Jazz Hall of Fame (1997)

Society of Singers Lifetime Achievement Award (2000)

Lifetime Achievement Award (American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, 2002)

Inducted into the Long Island Music Hall of Fame (2005)

Humanitarian Award (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, 2006)

Inducted into the International Civil Rights Walk of Fame (2007)

Golden Plate Award (American Academy of Achievement

Inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame (2011)

"Because of You" (1951)

No. 1 on Billboard charts

Staple in future performances

Founder of the Frank Sinatra School of the Arts

(Queens, New York)

Point of interest - Tony Bennett set 3 Guinness World Records

(Follow the Wikipedia link below to find more information.)

(Wikipedia)

Absence

Dear readers and passersby,

I would like to extend my deepest apology for my absence last week.  I recently moved and all of my attention was getting movers to fill their truck with boxes and furniture, deliver and help match labels to rooms, and then reaching out to my tech carrier to finally set up cable, internet, and phone.

And now I am back!

With that said, let's get back to playing it on Set List.

Ebony and Ivory

"Ebony and Ivory"

Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder

Lead single from McCartney's third solo album, Tug of War (1982)

"Ebony and Ivory" strives to create racial harmony with the visual of black and white piano keys

No. 1 in the UK and U.S. (Billboard Hot 100)

No. 1 on the Irish Singles Chart

A top-selling single of 1982 in the U.S.

The song was Paul McCartney's 28th to reach No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100.

The song was the first by any Beatle member to chart on Billboard R&B.

The song was Stevie Wonder's longest running No. 1 hit, making him the first solo artist to chart at the top in the U.S. over three consecutive decades. 

Point of interest - The "Ebony and Ivory" duet was McCartney's first to partner with a major artist (Michael Jackson was to follow).

No. 59 on Billboard Hot 100's all time (2008)

No. 69 in 2013

Certified Gold in New Zealand, the UK, and the U.S. 

(Wikipedia)

Duet Tuesday

Paul McCartney has had an extensive career in music, from his time with The Beatles to solo work to duets with American icons.  Over the past couple of weeks, he has partnered with Michael Jackson on Set List.

In this edition of Duet Tuesday, I am honoring not only Paul McCartney again but also the one and only Stevie Wonder with the classic "Ebony and Ivory."

zZounds Edge - Ibanez 7-String

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In this edition of zZounds Edge, I am highlighting 7-String Electric Guitars.

Electric Guitar 7-String

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/cat--7-String-Electric-Guitars--2642

Extended Range Guitars

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/lp/extended-range-guitar-buying-guide/309

Ibanez

Example Samples

Ibanez RG7421 Electric Guitar

7-String ... $449.99 ... Walnut Flat finish

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--IBARG7421?siid=173450

Ibanez RG7421PB Electric Guitar

7-String ... $499.99 ... Sapphire Blue Flat finish

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--IBARG7421PB?siid=167731

Ibanez RGIXL7 Iron Label Electric Guitar

7-String ... $999.99 ... Black Flat finish

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--IBARGIXL7?siid=274811

On Clearance

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In this edition of On Clearance, aim for the stars with savings abound and do a happy dance to used instruments and gear...In other words, Macy's and zZounds.

Shopping spree...Your Macy's destination.

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/blowouts

Fashion Saturday

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There is something about the way music and fashion blend together. In the launch edition of Fashion Saturday, I considered a Bloomingdale's outfit and the YouTube video for Duran Duran's "Girl Panic!".

In this edition of Fashion Saturday, I am considering the one and only Macy's and "Girl Panic!".  From rock star to fashion star...your Macy's destination.

What would be the perfect look for a girl on film?

Dress the Population Iris High-Slit Evening Gown

LifeStride Social Scene Slingbacks Women's Shoes

Nine West Boxed Necklace and Earring Set

Weekly's Best - Say Say Say

In this edition of Weekly's Best, your top favorite is:  

Say Say Say

Where "Say Say Say" was a duet between Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson that favored an album McCartney was working on, a second duet between the two - "The Girl Is Mine" - favored Jackson's Thriller album.

"The Girl Is Mine"

First single to be released from Thriller

No. 1 on R&B Singles Chart

No. 2 on Billboard Hot 100

No. 8 in the UK

No. 1 in Spain

1.3 million copies sold by 1985

Certified Gold in Mexico

Certified Platinum in the U.S. 

(Originally certified Gold)

(Wikipedia)

"The Girl Is Mine"

    

Sam Ash DJ & Production Special

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If you desire to stand on stage as a DJ and electrify a club, Sam Ash is the place to be.  

Do you aspire to be the next Roger Taylor as a DJ?  Sam Ash has you covered.

Great deals on DJ and Production Gear. Fast, free shipping.

Enjoy a brief moment of Roger at his disc jockey finest.

Billboard Hot 100 - A History

Billboard Hot 100

A History

Billboard Hot 100 is the standard for charting songs based on physical and digital sales, online streaming, and radio play in the United States.

The first number one song to chart in the history of Billboard Hot 100 was "Poor Little Fool" by Ricky Nelson on August 4, 1958.

The current number one song is "Vampire" by Olivia Rodrigo.

Billboard Hot 100 has an extensive history with many title changes and listing updates.

Read more on Wikipedia.

Say Say Say

"Say Say Say"

Paul McCartney & Michael Jackson

Lead single from Paul McCartney's 1983 album, Pipes of Peace

Point of interest - "The Girl Is Mine" was McCartney and Jackson's first duet for Jackson's 1982 album, Thriller.

No. 1 in the U.S., Canada, Norway, Sweden, and others

Michael Jackson's 6th No. 1 single in the U.S.

No. 2 in the UK 

Within the Top 10 in Australia, Austria, New Zealand, the Netherlands, Switzerland, and over 20 other countries

41st biggest hit of all time on Billboard Hot 100 (2013, Billboard magazine)

Certified Gold in France

Certified Silver in the UK

Certified Platinum in Canada and the U.S.

(Wikipedia)

Duet Tuesday

Michael Jackson and Paul McCartney - icons in their own genres, icons as part of a group, icons on their own, iconic status uniting fans of all races and genders.  Simply impressive.  

When the two come together, music inspires.  With that said, I will let Michael and Paul "Say Say Say."

zZounds Edge - Gibson 6-String

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In this edition of zZounds Edge, I am highlighting 6-String Electric Guitars.

Electric Guitar 6-String

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/cat--6-String-Electric-Guitars--2641

Gibson

Example Samples

Gibson Les Paul Tribute Electric Guitar 

(with Soft Case) ... $1,299 ... Satin Cherry Sunburst

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--GIBLPTR007?siid=258252

 Gibson Exclusive Les Paul Studio Electric Guitar

(with Soft Case) ... $1,499 ... Ebony with Gold Hardware

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Gibson Flying V Electric Guitar (with Case)

$1,999 ... Antique Natural

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Gibson Explorer Electric Guitar (with Case)

$1,999 ... Antique Natural

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/item--GIBDSX007?siid=257842

On Clearance

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Welcome to the launch edition of On Clearance.  Settle into Sunday with spending spree savings, from fashion to music.

Consider first sales and clearance items from Bloomingdale's:

Consider second used gear clearance on zZounds:

https://www.zzounds.com/a--3960264/blowouts

Categories -

- Guitars, Amps, and Effects

- Recording

- Live Sound/PA

- DJ & Lighting 

- Bass Guitars, Amps, and Effects

- Keyboards and MIDI

- Accessories

- Drums

Fashion Saturday

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There is something about music and fashion.  On Set List, my thought was cleared with Duran Duran's video for "Girl Panic!" - Naomi Campbell portrayed Simon Le Bon, Eva Herzigova portrayed Nick Rhodes, Cindy Crawford portrayed John Taylor, and Helena Christensen portrayed Roger Taylor.  Yasmin Le Bon was in an unknown guitarist position.  The guys, if you will, rose to stardom fairly quickly after their debut album and their status was sealed especially with Rio.  The models are naturally defined.  When bringing the two together, in the stars.

In the past, I have shared fashion looks to reflect how I view the two mediums.  As of today, though, I am sharing on an affiliate level through my partnership with Bloomingdale's and Macy's.

What would be the perfect look for a girl on film?

Dress the Population Crystal Strapless Embellished Dress

Reiss Women's Estel Almond Toe Embellished Strap High Heel Sandals

Baublebar Catalina Crystal Choker Necklace, 13-16

Baublebar Kennedy Hoop Drop Earrings

July 4th

In this weekly's best, your favorites highlight the 4th of July Set List celebrations.

Since the days leading up to the Fourth are videos, I will share the post list.

History in Song - "We Didn't Start the Fire" by Billy Joel

Piotr IIich Tchaikovski - 1812 Overture (Finale) - The National Symphony Orchestra performs the 1812 Overture Finale when the fireworks launch.  The orchestra performs every year on A Capitol Fourth.

National Anthem of the USA:  The Star Spangled Banner - In the U.S., I ask that you rise when the national anthem plays.

4th of July Fireworks in Washington D.C.  - Enjoy!

Sam Ash Flash Deals

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In the launch edition of Sam Ash Intro, I offered a zZounds alternative when searching for the perfect instrumental or gear.  In this post, I am sharing Sam Ash's link to a flash sale.

Sam Ash Music Flash Deals: Special Discounts on Musical Instruments & Music Studio Gear

This retailer will say the rest of it.  Follow the link above.

Holiday Notice

Dear readers and passersby,

I will be taking a break from Set List on Wednesday, July 5th.

I will return to Set List on Thursday, July 6th.

Have an awesome, and safe, 4th of July.  

With the pandemic, mandatory masks, and social distancing in the rear view mirror, this country is owed a birthday bash.

Always,

Lauren 

4th of July Fireworks in Washington DC

National Anthem of the USA: 'The Star Spangled Banner'

Piotr Ilich Tchaikovsky - 1812 Overture (Finale)

History in Song

In just a few days, the ultimate birthday season will be capped with the country's big day - and ours.  On Tuesday, July 4, the United States will be 247 years old.  We are, of course, relatively young compared to the long history of other nations but still we have witnessed so much since 1776.

And so in this post, I am sharing Billy Joel's iconic song, "We Didn't Start the Fire" - the perfect tune to test history students.