Monthly Archives: December 2006

Ahmet Ertegun, R.I.P.

Posted on Dec 13, 2006 by

I’m saddened to report on the loss of one of the greatest figures in the music business: Ahmet Ertegun. His legacy is nearly unparalleled: starting on a shoestring budget in New York City recording blues sides, Ahmet and his partners … Continue reading →

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Holiday Music 2006: Not Happening!

Posted on Dec 11, 2006 by

I remember when holiday music used to be an event to look forward to. In recent years I have begun to dread going out in public, and hearing whatever abomination the stores are playing that passes for Christmas music. This … Continue reading →

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Melisma: A Terrible Disease

Posted on Dec 7, 2006 by

The dictionary definition of melisma is: “A passage of several notes sung to one syllable of text, as in Gregorian chant.” My definition? Read on…

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Animal Crossing: Wild World (DS)

Posted on Dec 4, 2006 by

I bought the original Animal Crossing for the GameCube a couple of years ago for one of the kids as a gift. While they would play it every so often, there didn’t seem like much was going on in the … Continue reading →

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Musician Humor: Curse of The Bass Player

Posted on Dec 1, 2006 by

And just when you think your opinion of bass players could not sink any lower, we have this little anecdote about everyone’s favorite band member…

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