Tag Archives: rock n roll

“I Am…I Said”

Posted on June 4, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Neil Diamond (January 24, 1941) I keep waking up to this song every morning since watching “Song Sung Blue” two weeks ago. To me, it’s a spiritual song, although disguised as an autobiographical story of not belonging to the West … Continue reading →

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A True Love Story Based on a Documentary from 2008

Posted on May 31, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Song Sung Blue (2008) We watched the Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson version from 2025. It was very entertaining, and reminded me of my love of Neil Diamond songs. I presume that’s what it intended to have happen. Here’s the … Continue reading →

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Their Lead Singer was Tragically Hip

Posted on May 28, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Gord Downie (February 6, 1964 – October 17, 2017) Imagine being born three days before The Beatles first appeared on the Ed Sullivan Show. That has to count for something, doesn’t it? Gord’s story is one of triumph and, ultimately, … Continue reading →

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Rap Song? The Rapid Fire Delivery Suggests So

Posted on November 11, 2025 by cdsmiller17

Like a Rolling Stone (1965) As far as I know, Rap music didn’t exist in 1965. But when Bob Dylan wrote and performed this song, something changed, permanently. I saw, somewhere, that Dylan even surprised himself when the first four … Continue reading →

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To Rolling Stone, He’s the 4th Greatest Guitarist

Posted on March 20, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Eddie Van Halen (January 26, 1955 – October 6, 2020) It’s not often that one can get accurate birth and death details for a celebrated personality. Eddie Van Halen is the exception, for sure. And I’m coming to this individual … Continue reading →

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Hint: He Married His 13-Year-Old Cousin

Posted on October 17, 2023 by cdsmiller17

Jerry Lee Lewis (September 29, 1835 – October 28, 2022) Honestly, you cannot make these things up. The singer, known as “The Killer” eloped with his cousin, Myra. This may have been a karmic echo of what Edgar Allan Poe … Continue reading →

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What’s Love Got to Do with It? Everything

Posted on May 25, 2023 by cdsmiller17

Tina Turner (born Anna Mae Bullock) (November 26, 1939 – May 23, 2013) Tina Turner was a titan of rock ‘n’ roll. She was also a survivor of domestic abuse. That probably made her a better person in so many … Continue reading →

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When You Get Your Picture on the Cover of…

Posted on April 15, 2023 by cdsmiller17

The Rolling Stone (November 9, 1967) Dr Hook wrote about the thrill of getting one’s picture here, even though he didn’t until March 1973, I believe, as a result of this song, released in 1972. I randomized the timing, but … Continue reading →

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Was He the Reason for Dorothy Kilgallen’s Death?

Posted on February 26, 2023 by cdsmiller17

Johnnie Ray (January 10, 1927 – February 24, 1990) Don’t let anyone tell you that research of the past is unrewarding. The stuff that gets uncovered is worthy of a book or two. (And Shaw has beat me to that, … Continue reading →

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The Dapper Young Man in the Rolling Stones

Posted on December 27, 2022 by cdsmiller17

Charlie Watts (June 2, 1941 – August 24, 2021) I got this book for Christmas. On my own, I probably wouldn’t have bought it for myself. Why? I’m not really a fan of the Rolling Stones, so reading about their … Continue reading →

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