Archive for the ‘Music’ Category

Fear

The idea for the trilogy was suggested by an older man telling that he didn’t think life was ruled by love, or reason, or money, or the pursuit of happiness — but by fear. This smart-but cynical guy’s position was that most people’s actions are motivated by fear of being hungry, fear of being hurt, [...]

November 23, 2010 · teejay · No Comments
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It was 15 years ago today…

Well not quite. I used to play in a band called Device and to be honest we weren’t that good. We only played live a few times, but did manage to get airplay on Radio 1. We’d tried doing covers but really couldn’t do them that well. For example the first gig we played on [...]

August 29, 2007 · teejay · No Comments
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White Feather

Not a fantastic lyric from Fish, but apt for today’s politic climate and the erosion of our national identity, particularly the chorus. Shame he’s a Scot and this is about Scottish nationalism.

February 5, 2007 · teejay · No Comments
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Punch & Judy

I am currently using up what’s left of my annual leave, so I thought I’d take the opportunity to decorate Sam’s bedroom. Ok Jo suggested it. Alright, she told me that’s what I would be doing! Anyway, I like to play music while I’m decorating (REALLY LOUD), so I was looking for something to play [...]

February 5, 2007 · teejay · No Comments
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It’s Christmaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaassssssss!!

I have just heard Slade’s Merry Christmas Everybody and therefore it must officially be Christmas. With the last dulcet tones of Noddy Holder, warbling that immortal line heralds the start of the festive season for me. I don’t think anything sums up the season better than Slade’s Merry Christmas Everybody, Bing Crosby/David Bowie Little Drummer [...]

December 6, 2006 · teejay · No Comments
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Winter Song

In a new and occasional series I will be publishing lyrics that I think are pertinent to the times or situation. I consider this to be one of the most potent Christian songs ever written. Particularly Verse 4…

November 22, 2006 · teejay · No Comments
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Rodrigo y Gabriela

Came across Rod and Gab through my son, Sam. They are acoustic guitarists who don’t use any other musicians on their CD or in live performances. Rod is a very good guitarist, but Gab is a complete rhythm section playing drums, bass and rhythm guitar all at the same time on the same guitar. Check [...]

May 30, 2006 · teejay · No Comments
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