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Have You Heard? – (56) “Ocean Of Sound” compiled by David Toop
“Ocean Of Sound” is a 2 CD compilation released in 1996 and compiled by musician and writer David Toop. It is a brilliant tour through the outer reaches of music. I wrote something about it tonight for my book. In … Continue reading
Posted in Music - Have You Heard?
Tagged David Toop, I Heard Her Call My Name, music, Ocean of Sound, Velvet Underground
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My Top Twelve – New York Songs
New York, New York. An iconic city, a city that you feel you know even when you’ve never been there. I’ve been once, in 1986, on business trip, for a few days. I’ll never forget the dazzling view of midtown … Continue reading
Posted in Music - Top Tens
Tagged Alicia Keys, Bruce Springsteen, Frank Sinatra, Jay Z, Jay Z ft Alicia Keys, Mink Deville, music, New York, New York Dolls, Nuyorican Soul, PJ Harvey, Public Enemy, Ramones, roy ayers, Simon and Garfunkel, talking heads, Television, top tens, Velvet Underground
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My Lou Reed memories
I’ve read a lot of excellent pieces about Lou Reed since he passed away this weekend just gone. Always a sad moment when an artist you admire leaves this world, and a moment for reflection. Of course, Lou Reed will … Continue reading
Posted in Music - concerts, lists, reflections
Tagged 1969 Live, Lou Reed, music, Velvet Underground
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