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.
Due disclaimer - This post contains affiliate links and I may earn a small commission on any purchase made at no cost to you.
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.
