David Bowie and Queen - Under Pressure

"Under Pressure" is a song performed by Queen and David Bowie in 1981. It was Queen's first release with another recording artist, and is featured on their 1982 album Hot Space. The song reached #1 in the U.K. The song known for John Deacon’s distinct Bassline that is played throughout the song, which was sampled in 1990 by Vanilla Ice in his one hit wonder, "Ice Ice Baby". This landed Vanilla Ice in court with Bowie for copyright infringement. This song is a great example of the late Freddie Mercury’s tremendous vocal presence. Hope you enjoy.

Jeremy

Jimmi Hendrix - Hear My Train a Comming

When people think of Jimmi Hendrix, most of the time they think of electric effects and alot of different experimental amplifying of the electric guitar. In this video Hendrix shows his range of ability in this acoustic version of "Hear My Train a Commin." Jimmi Hendrix was one of the early greats that was way ahead of his time. His short time in the spotlight doesn't allow us to experience his full capability musically. I hope you enjoy this acoustic version of this great song from the legendary Jimmi Hendrix.

Jeremy

Neil Young - Old Man

Old Man" was first released on the 1972 Album "Harvest." As this video states, the song was inspired by the caretaker of Young's northern-California Broken Arrow Ranch. James Taylor and Linda Ronstadt performed with him in the studio version of this song, but I prefer this live version over the studio performance. It seems to me that this version is more personal and down to earth. I hope you enjoy this performance of "Old Man" by Neil Yong.

Jeremy

The Who - Baba O'Riley

Baba O'Riley was written by The Who's lead guitarist Pete Townshend and is often erroneously called "Teenage Wasteland". It was the first track from the 1971 album "Who's Next". Pete Townshend states "that the song is not about getting wasted, but about waste in general." He was inspired to write the song when the people around him complained about all of the world's problems but did nothing about them. In this above video you will see Townshend use his trademark "Windmill" while playing his Les Paul. Hope you enjoy this video as much as I do.

Jeremy

Lightning Hopkins - Goin Down Slow

Today's song is from one of the greatest acoustic blues men that ever picked up a guitar in my opinion. Sam Hopkins was was born in Centerville Texas in 1912. His slow, solid, style of playing has been mimicked by many guitarists down through the years. He is one of the few who like Robert Johnson, played bass rhythm and lead all at the same time while doing the vocals for his music. The above song is a great example of his skills as a bluesman. This song was recorded sometime in the early 60's. Hope you enjoy Lightning Hopkins.

Jeremy

Dire Straits - Walk of Life

This is really a great song. It is the 3rd track from the "Brothers at Arms" album released in 1985 which went to #1 in both the UK and the US. It quickly went platinum in album sales and has 21 times since if you count the UK and US sales together. This is one of those songs that gets stuck in your head all day. It has a really catchy tune. Dire Straits maintained their own sound all throughout the 80's when it seemed that everyone else was jumping on the hair band wagon. There was some great hair bands, but for every good one there was 5 that wasn't worth turning on the radio to hear. Another hit from the same album is the mtv anthem from the 80's "Money for Nothing" which was another great song. Well, I hope you enjoy "Walk of Life" everyone and see you tomorrow.

Jeremy

Bruce Springsteen - Im on Fire

Today's song is from the Boss himself. While I'm not a huge Springsteen fan, I know that many people are, and I do think that this is a really great song. Its from the 1984 album Born in the U.S.A. which sold 15 million copies in the U.S. and had several tracks make the top 10. The best known track from this album was the title Song "Born in the U.S.A." It was a politically motivated song that dealt mainly with the treatment of Vietnam veterans during this time period. It also had another song "Glory Days" that made top 10. In my opinion this is the best song on the album. Its a great song to listen to when your alone driving at night. Listen and enjoy.

Jeremy

Start Me Up - The Rolling Stones

Since this is my first actual day blogging, I thought this would be an appropriate song to begin with. This Song was featured on the 1981 Album"Tattoo You". However it was first recorded in 1975 during the "Black and Blue" Sessions. The guitar riff at the beginning of the song is played by rhythm guitarist Keith Richards and has become a favorite show opener used regularly on tour. It really is a great song despite the lousy lip syncing and cheesy 80's get up worn in this video.

Jeremy