Category Archives: Music

The Best and Worst of 2011

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Jim Spiegel

2011 was another exciting year, and we want to thank you all again for reading and, if applicable, posting comments on our blog.  Here are our annual summary remarks about good and bad stuff related to film, music, books, politics, … Continue reading →

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Hodgepodge

Posted on June 17, 2011 by Jim Spiegel

Goodbye, Congressman Weiner — The last two weeks have we’ve seen American public life sink to a new low.  Finally, with Weiner’s resignation, we have some closure.  I was astonished at how many people defended the guy when the story … Continue reading →

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The Black Keys’ Brothers: A Review

Posted on May 28, 2011 by Jim Spiegel

My latest musical obsession is the Black Keys.  Consisting of just two remarkably talented guys, Patrick Carney and Dan Auerbach, they have pumped out six albums over the last eight years which have earned them increasing critical acclaim.  Their style … Continue reading →

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The Best and Worst of 2010

Posted on December 29, 2010 by Jim Spiegel

It’s been another exciting year, and we want to thank you all for reading and, if applicable, posting comments on our blog.  Once again, we would like to close out the year with some summary remarks about good and bad … Continue reading →

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The Dangerous Beauty of Kanye West’s Twisted Fantasy

Posted on December 23, 2010 by Jim Spiegel

I don’t listen to much rap or hip-hop music and over the years have only observed from afar the popular and critical acclaim for such artists as Jay-Z, 2Pac, Nas, Dr. Dre, Public Enemy, and Kanye West.  My musical preferences … Continue reading →

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Greatest Drummers in Rock History

Posted on October 31, 2010 by Jim Spiegel

It’s been a while since I’ve posted a “best of” list, so I thought I’d tackle one on a subject that I’ve been pondering lately—drummers.  So here is my list of the greatest drummers in rock history.  For a long … Continue reading →

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Bill Mallonee in Concert

Posted on October 1, 2010 by Jim Spiegel

If you live anywhere near central Indiana and want to hear some great live music tonight (at a ridiculously low price–just $5), check out Bill Mallonee who’ll be playing at New Life Presbyterian Church in Yorktown, Indiana at 7:00 p.m.  … Continue reading →

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Arcade Fire: The Suburbs

Posted on September 17, 2010 by Jim Spiegel

Ever since their 2004 debut, Funeral, Arcade Fire has distinguished themselves as a uniquely creative band.  They make music that is both emotionally rich and lyrically incisive—a truly rare combination, putting them on a very short list of rock artists.  … Continue reading →

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Three Inspiring Videos

Posted on January 25, 2010 by Jim Spiegel

Want to see some really inspiring LIVE music videos? Here is a performance by Nathan “Flutebox” Lee and Beardyman. I can’t decide if this is more remarkable as a music performance or as a circus act. Either way, it’s amazing. Check out The … Continue reading →

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The Best and Worst of 2009

Posted on December 31, 2009 by Jim Spiegel

It’s been another exciting year, and we want to thank you all for reading and, if applicable, posting comments on our blog.  Once again, we would like to close out the year with summary remarks about good and bad stuff related to … Continue reading →

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