Music Bender

A lot has been written about the 1960’s hit folk-rock band, The Byrds. Led by Jim (later, Roger, when he was told that a first name starting with the letter “R” was “blessed”) McGuinn, they became as iconic as Simon and Garfunkel and were admired by Bob Dylan.

But, by 1970, the band, who hit #1 five years earlier with “Mr. Tambourine Man” and “Turn! Turn! Turn!” had become seasoned veterans of internal battles that resulted in a lot of personnel changes: Gene Clark quit the group in 1966, and David Crosby and Michael Clarke were fired in 1967; then Gene rejoined the band but quit again three weeks later. At that point, The Byrds were a duo consisting of McGuinn and Chris Hillman.

Two new members (Kevin Kelley and Gram Parsons) joined up in 1968 to fill out the band, but Parsons resigned from the band less than five months later. He was replaced with Clarence White, while Kelley stayed for awhile — but he was eventually fired in favor of Gene Parsons.
The new line-up lasted only a month before Chris Hillman (the last original member other than McGuinn) left as well.

Hillman’s replacement, John York, stayed with the band for the most part of 1969 before he was given his walking papers. (By now, do ya get the feelin’ that Jim wasn’t the easiest leader to get along with??)

When guitarist Skip Battin rounded out the “new” Byrds in late ‘69, McGuinn believed he had finally gotten a solid lineup for his band. (incidentally, this version of the band lasted two and half years, longer than any other) And they decided to find a name for their first album together that reflected the new and revitalized Byrds. Though they came up with titles like “Phoenix” and “the first Byrds album”, their double-album only bore the odd title of (Untitled) when it hit the shelves.

Why? Actually, it was just an accident.

As (now) Roger McGuinn explained in an ad for the album, “Somebody from Columbia called up our manager and asked him what [the title] was. He told them it was ‘as yet untitled,’ so they went ahead and printed that.”
But the band’s producer/manager, Terry Melcher, claimed that he’d written ‘Untitled’ on the official label copy sheet sent to the record company because the group hadn’t settled on a name for the album yet — and, before anyone realized what was happening, the albums had been pressed as (Untitled).

Here in 2009, rock fans hold the band in reverence … not due to the (Untitled) debacle or the many changes in lineup but because of their overall contributions:
They were the first mainstream U.S. rock band to successfully fuserock and folk music.
McGuinn did more to popularize the 12-string Rickenbacker than anyone other than John Lennon.
They even backed The Monkees on their country-rock hit, What Am I Doing Hangin’ ‘Round? (though the “PreFab Four” played their own instruments on it as well!)

Of the originals: today, Roger is still performing in oldies-reunion and folk shows around the country. Gene Clark passed away of a heart attack, and Michael Clarke died of complications from cirrhosis. Chris Hillman has semi-retired from performing — but David Crosby??

Look for the reunion tour of Crosby, Stills and Nash coming up soon … along with a brand-new album!!

SuperRocker Sir Paul McCartney is putting the pressure on the European Parliament to ban the sale of all seal products.

The former Beatle has added his famous name to The Humane Society and Respect For Animals petition urging the Members of European Parliament (MEPs) to make the trading of goods made from seals illegal The goal is to stop hunters from brutally beating these amazing mammals for their meat and skin.

“The fate of millions of seal pups is in the hands of elected members of the European Parliament,” he said recently. “In the next few weeks, they will have a historic opportunity to stop the cruel trade in seal products throughout the European Union. I’ve signed the petition to ask MEPs to seize this momentous opportunity to end, once and for all, this trade in animal cruelty. Please, make your voice heard too — join me in signing this important petition today.”

Sir Paul has been a supporter of the seal protection campaign for a long time and even visited the harp seal nursery on Canada’s east coast in 2006.

I’m in full agreement, having already signed petitions in the U.S. The brutality is very real … and sickening. Read what the Humane Society has to say, and see if you don’t get a funny feeling in your gut:
“This year’s Canadian seal kill — the largest slaughter of marine mammals on Earth — has just taken place off the country’s east coast. The 2009 quota was set at 280,000 animals — and more than ONE MILLION seal pups have been clubbed or shot to death over the last four years.”

To add your name to the petition, just click here.

INSURING YOUR FUTURE

You’ve seen the ads on TV, heard them on the radio and maybe have even gotten mail from various life insurance companies. And, while we realize the need to protect our families in the event of our passing, but how do we know we’d be getting the best coverage for our premium dollar? The “hype” doesn’t always match the “truth”!
Well, there’s one site that’ll help you find the right company — with coverage that’s not only right for you, but won’t tear a hole in your wallet!
These people study the 168 companies that offer the insurance, then pick out the best 25 — and match your requests and needs to get the best quotes for you!
You’ll also find some fantastic and informative articles, a Life Insurance Calculator and more!
All you have to do is click on the following link to find affordable life insurance … for the safety and security of your loved ones!

This June, Spinal Tap are set to release a new album – the aptly titled ‘Back From The Dead’.
According to reports they’ve just wrapped up recording what will be a double album.

Early reports are saying that the band’s stuck to the songwriting style it knows best, with ‘Short And Sweet’ (a song that tops out at about seven minutes! It’s about Nigel’s four-foot-nine-inch girlfriend) being a highlight.

The release of the album will come out roughly at the same time as the group’s One Night Only World Tour, which will be held this June at Wembley Arena.

CAN YOU BELIEVE THIS??

Supersongbird Susan Boyle has just made singing headlines — but already there’s a push to make a movie about her life!

What’s even stranger is that, while James Cameron (the genius behind the Titanic movie) is quite interested in the proposed project, sultry Mrs. Michael Douglas (aka Catherine Zeta-Jones) wants to play Susan herself!
Now, with no offense to Ms. Boyle (who is, I understand, a sweetheart of a lady), but they … well, they don’t exactly look the same!
To the Relic, it sounds like pure capitalization to make another quick cinematic buck!
(Hey … who’s gonna play Simon Cowell? Jerry Seinfeld?? lol)

WORKIN’ FOR A LIVIN’

There are millions of folks out of work these days due to the economic crisis — and that includes sales people. Now, there are a lot of folks who sorta “thumb their noses” at that profession, but … well, look at it this way: Everything you buy — whether in a superstore, mall or even supermarket got there thanks to a salesman/woman of some type.
But there are many of them looking for a new sales job these days … and, if they go conventionally (ie, door-to-door), they may be looking for a long time.
There’s one spot, though, that’ll help the sales professional not only find employment, but the type that he (or she) can feel comfortable with! They can use the site’s online search engine to find the job and location they prefer, or browse through the most recent job listings! You’ll also be able to get job alerts, industry information and up-to-date articles and news!
So, if you’re a salesperson looking for a new or better job, just click the link you’re about to see to start your sales job search today!

Looks like things are starting to look up again for Eddie Vedder and the band!

For one thing, the Seattle legends are gonna be hittin’ England for two big summer shows. The first will be on August 17th at the Manchester M.E.N Arena
and the second one the very next day, August 18th, at the already-famous London 02 Arena.

Then, in October, Pearl Jam heads down to Austin, Texas for the big Austin City Limits Fall Festival that’s coming up on the 2nd-4th in the city’s Zilker Park. More about this tremendous gig in an upcoming post.
Meanwhile, tix to the UK shows will go on sale to the general public on May 8th.

There’s also word of possibly more UK dates in the early Fall, following the release of their new studio album.

It’s obvious that this band (who allegedly took its name from the excrement left by formation of an actual pearl) is still a serious player on the rock scene … but, with Vedder heading it, what else could you expect??

Now, this is weird:

The legendary hard rockers Def Leppard have been nominated for three (yeah, three!!) Country Music Television (CMT) awards!

Seems their duet with country teen idol Taylor Swift on the song Photograph has been nominated for both CMT Performance Of The Year and Wide Open Country Video Of The Year (????)

But they also have a second nod in the Wide Open Country Video Of The Year category for their work with Tim McGraw on their song Nine Lives.
Robert Plant and Alison Krauss are also among the nominees, which is more understandable.

In other news, the rock band Slayer is said to be a bit upset that their collaborations with Emmylou Harris (Honky Tonk Antichrist), Kenny Loggins (Hillbilly Awaits) and Willie Nelson (At Dawn They Sleep On The Front Porch) didn’t make it.

Personally, I don’t get it.  I mean, just because you’ve got a country star on a rock song doesn’t mean it’s country!  Remember that song on the C&W charts awhile back?  Bigger Than The Beatles?  Just because Diffie used a sampling of the Fab Four’s She Loves You didn’t make it fodder for the rock charts. 
Something verrrry strange is happenin’ in Nashville, people …

WEIGHT!!

Y’know, with summer approaching, zillions of people are starting their diets, their exercise regimens and more; they wanna look great when they hit that beach vacation!
Unfortunately, there’s not any pill or formula that fits everybody, so we end up searching endlessly for the most effective one for us. 
That leaves us with two choices:  checking phone books, news ads and driving all over the place to find them (often, a bit too expensive), or …
Just click on the link I’m about to give you and compare the effectiveness, results, power and price of the best on the market!
You’ll find top picks, reviews on everything from Allure Patch to Zymelt and more … and all to make sure you’ve got the best diet supplement for your needs!
So, to find the right weight loss pills for you, just click on that link above …
and have a great summer showing off the new you!

It was a question sent to my email box by some cat named Brian. And it made me think (hmph … not used to doin’ that!):
Mr. Relic, maybe u can answer this. Where has all the heavy metal gone? Theres none on the radio and no bands on the tv any more.

Well, outside your typos, partner, I’d have to say your observations are spot-on! Here’s what I was told by a coupla graveyard-shifters at a New York AOR (album-oriented-rock) FM station:

Heavy metal, as we know it, is mostly over-amped power rock. And most of the metal bands seem to overlap with the same basic sounds. Soon, the “fans” get tired of it and turn to either alternative or just straight-out rock.
Bottom line: Today, they’re lookin’ for more music and less of the earsplitting, indecipherable loudness. In fact, the resurgence of musical rock (classics like The Beatles, new blood like The Fore or Modest Mouse), and quite a few of the reunited pioneers of modern rock, proves it again and again!

The only band that’s proven to be the exception to the metal rule, unquestionally, has been (and is) Metallica! Sure, they can rock harder than anyone, but they also have a softer side. After so many years in the business, they’ve all learned a lot about reaching the fans … and they’re putting what they’ve learned into their sets.

But with all the band reunions coming to fruition now, it’s gonna be interesting to see if any of <em>them are gonna pick up on the sound.

Okay … it’s short, but there’s more to come later this evening, so stay tuned. In the meantime, what do you think about the rise and/or fall of metal? Just lemme know, okay? In the meantime,
I’ll see ya on the flip side …

Before we begin, lemme remind ya that The Fore are up for the #1 position on the Unsigned Charts Radio with their song, Little Louisa. But they can’t get there without your help in the voting process.
So if you’ll click on this link, then include the name of the song (Little Louisa), the band (The Fore) and then, unless you’re a member, your e-mail address in the space provided, and finish it off by clicking the “send” button, the band will be back at #1 in no time flat!
And, on behalf of the lads (as well as myself) … thanks!

THE DEAD HAVE NO CD …

At least that’s what the note said that David Letterman’s stage manager handed him prior to The Dead’s appearance!

They came on last (musical acts normally wrap up the evening’s show) and sounded, for all the world, every bit as good as they did when Garcia was with them!
Throughout the performance, you couldn’t help noticing that everyone’s eyes were on Bob Weir and singer Warren Haynes. Perhaps it was because, for some time, these two were at each other’s throats, figuratively speaking.

IT TOOK ONE MAN TO CHANGE IT …

When the band was invited by President Obama to meet with him in the Oval Office (yes, that Oval Office!) before their April 13 Washington gig, they were said to have been in awe of the President’s “CCC” nature (cool, calm and collected) as well as his neatness.
But perhaps what really got to them was the fact that, outside the Office, Barack had some Scarlet Begonias set in a vase. Of course, that was a tear-jerker that was one of Jerry Garcia’s most famous songs.
Another was that they’d finally seen the fruition of their (and millions of others’) work; the man who actually influenced them to come together on his behalf during the campaign was not only in the White House; he’s an actual fan of the band!

And, as you and I both know, it’s always good to “have a friend in high places,” right??

Okay … I’m gonna get away from this keyboard for a few hours, but stay tuned … there’s gonna be more in less than 24!

So I’ll see ya on the flip side!

No, it wasn’t a misprint.

Y’see, former rock/blues/jazz superstar Van Morrison is being called that by a number of singer/songwriters on both sides of the pond.
Although he’s been in the business for almost fifty years now (he was first noticed here in the states as front man for the Irish band, Them, and their hit song Gloria), Van Morrison has done everything from refuse contact with his fans to dissing the entire world of rock, both yesterday’s and today’s.

On Sunday night, he appeared on Austin City Limits and, quite frankly, I was disappointed in his music! Seems his gutsy, blues-tinged voice has been replaced by a lot of slurred lyrics and occasional grunts.

At the end of the show — while the credits are rolling — ACL normally has their musical guests doing some interview time — it’s there to show the human, offstage side of the performers.

Not with Morrison, though. As I understand it, he refused to be part of it. Somehow, one gets the feeling that he’s above all that (at least, in his own mind).

What’s your take on the man? Have I missed something here? I mean, he does have some fabulous songs in his library, and there’s no question that he can still belt them out, but … why shut out the fans that made him?
That, in any entertainment field, is dangerous!

AC/DC NOT APPEARING BECAUSE …

they never said they would! Actually, the legendary hard-rockers have accused Romanian promoters of “falsely advertising” them as headlining the Bucharest Rock Arena festival, which runs on 30-31 May. Now, this must’ve been a pretty convincing scam, because you could buy tickets online as well as at different retail outlets in the country’s capital.

Unfortunately, this isn’t the only time it’s happened to a band. Y’see, the fact is that, somewhere along the gig route, someone “representing xxx band” is gonna contact a promoter and strike a deal for that “band” to appear.
Then, once a partial is paid to this “rep”, he/she takes off for the vast unknown, leaving the promoter with “egg on his/her face” when the real band doesn’t show.
By showtime, the fake “reps” will be long gone … and it takes a ton of paperwork as well as some crafty detective work to find them. Sadly, all too often, the courts give ‘em a “slap-on-the-wrist” when they’re found.

IS THE BEEBS REALLY PRO BONO?

Seems that the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) is under fire again, thanks to their allegiance to the Irish rock band, U2.

Not only have they given over a million pounds’ worth of free publicity to the band (whose latest album, No Line On The Horizon, entered the charts at #1) and apparently beginning to edit on-air remarks that question the band’s sincerity.
Apparently, Bono and the boys have moved their company to The Netherlands, thus giving them a big tax break … even while they’re pushing the Irish government to increase its aid budget!

Now, the BBC did pretty much the same thing, publicity-wise, for The Beatles, and there wasn’t much flak at the time. As far as editing goes: The Beebs seems to have forgotten a cardinal rule that governs today’s shows: If it’s not obscene and doesn’t promote hatred or racial prejudice, run with it; it could be a ratings boost!

QUICK UPDATE: Check out my new website at Doc Rock Online for news, views and more!

Okay … that’s it for this go’round. Until tomorrow, remember: Keep your eyes on the skies, your feet on the ground, your heart with the music … and I’ll see ya on the flip side!

After the death of founding member and saxophonist LeRoi Moore, the legendary Dave Matthews Band put on an understandably emotional show the night of his death … and continued plans for a new album.

Well, the CD’s complete, and Big Whiskey & The GrooGrux King, and is due in stores on June 2.
They’ve made the lead single from the album, Funny The Way It Is available for free download here, and also released a pretty emotional video trailer talking about the record, and what it’s like moving on after a death in their rock “family”.

If this is the last album that I make, it’s the only album I hope people listen to, Dave says.

Moore died unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 19, 2008, in Los Angeles from complications an ATV accident that occurred two months earlier on his farm in Virginia. He’d returned to his L.A. home to begin an intensive physical rehab program.
You can read more about it behind this link.

People, I’ve said it once, I’ve said it twice, and I’ll say it until the book closes:
Some of the GREATEST stories of resilience and triumph are found in the lives of our ROCK STARS, whether privately or as acts, individually or collectively!

“Such as …??” Well, off the top of this bald head are: “Moulty” Moulton (of the legendary Barbarians), Ringo Starr (he was with some group lol), James Hetfield (and Metallica as a whole), Peter Dintino, Rick Allen (of Def Leppard fame), Eric Clapton, Jennifer Hudson … and the list just keeps on growing!

Got more examples?  Please … send ‘em on in via the “comments” page!  I wanna do a series exploring these amazing heroes!  If you’ll submit your star (whether local or world-renowned), I’ll give ya credit as co-writer of his/her article!

Well, that’s all for now … so, until later this evening, see ya on the flip side! 

THE FORE

FIRST, THIS MESSAGE:

For you who missed The Fore interview on ArtistFirst World Radio on April 11, here’s your chance:
Just click here for the full interview hosted by the amazing Scott Z:  a Q&A with the lads … and some fab selections from their album, Run and Hide!

WE NOW RETURN TO OUR REGULARLY-SCHEDULED YAK:

Remember back-in-the-day, when baby-boomers were talkin’ about gettin’ one of our own to be Prez someday (sheesh … you’d think that, since Bush was a baby-boomer, we’d … naaaah; didn’t know him then)?

The buzz was for Morrison, Jimi or (especially) Zappa to take the plunge! ‘Course, we couldn’t do it ’cause the law says ya gotta be over 35 (and we didn’t trust anyone but record execs over that age, right?).

Well, I got an email asking what the Relic would do if he were President. Geez … let … me …. think (reflective music as screen gets blurry):

Jimi Hendrix

First, the National Anthem would be rendered ala Jimi Hendrix. Nobody could paint a musical picture better than his “Woodstock” version of the tune …
We’d close up the chapters in Iraq and Afghanistan and bring our military home — sending a Tuppperware lady, a Chippendale dancer, a televangelist and Richard Simmons over to totally confuse the enemy until all troops are withdrawn.

He’d make “idnit” and “dudnit” legal words (examples of usage: “That ol’ car’s ’bout wore out, idnit?” “Looks silly with that bald guy drivin’ it, dudnit?”). Hey — I’m in Kentucky. I’m entitled …

He’d vindicate old cars with bald guys driving them.  But not the drivers themselves. Unless they’re Relics and have Oldies 97-FM pumpin’ from the speakers … (I said pumpin’!)

People would be promoted heavily. Life would be revived. Time would be extended. All other magazines would have to stand on their own …

He would commission scientists to study the Rolling Stones to determine the cause of their longevity. By doing so, we may be able to extend life by 120 years …

(He’d find a use for this space, considering he lost part of his script)

There’d be a national ban on “Microsoft Explorer needs to close” messages.

His running mate wouldn’t know how to fire a gun …

The national food would be peanut-butter-and-jelly sandwiches. Toasted. With bananas.

He would ban Maalox, because there is no FemalOx. Ever.

A new form of power for cars would involve zucchinis and lubricant, followed by a Congressional hearing on the lawsuit filed by the porn industry. If impeachment doesn’t occur within the first two months, we’re safe …

Maybe it woulda been better with Zap after all … or at least Morrison. These dudes were intelligent, insightful, talented … and coulda provided one helluva ride for this USA!

Well, it’s short but sweet (I’m in the midst of a coupla rockprojects as-we-sorta-speak), but stay tuned … we’ll have more rock comin’ your way tomorrow !
Until then, remember to keep your eyes on the skies, your feet on the ground, your heart with the music … and I’ll see ya on the flip side …

This is just a friendly reminder to tune in to the ArtistFirst Radio Network today at 12 Noon EST (New York Time) for a full hour of music and live interviews with THE FORE!

Following this brief announcement, you’ll find out HOW to tune in (it’s right here, on the web!).
Get ready for some serious rockin’ enjoyment!

ATTENTION: ROCK MUSIC LOVERS EVERYWHERE:

The fab UK band THE FORE will be debuting their new CD “Run and Hide” on the ArtistFirst World Radio Network, T O  D A Y!! April 11th at 12 Noon New York Time (EST).
To tune-in on your PC: - Click this link to listen: http://wms.artistfirst.fastserv.com/artistfirst or visit www.artistfirst.com

E-mail us during the show for free CD and T-shirt giveaways!

Ahhh, yes … memories …

This is probably the biggest difference between classic and oldies rock. Here’s why:

Most of us can name at least three hit songs (and possibly recite part of the lyrics) and the lineup of Led Zeppelin, the Rolling Stones or The Beatles. We can tell (without lookin’ at a book or web article) the story of Janis Joplin (and name a few of her hits) as well as Tina Turner.

Now … can we do the same with Hoobastank? Alice In Chains? Smashing Pumpkins? How about Pink? Fergie?

See my point? As great as these acts are (and I’m particularly fond of AIC and Black-Eyed Peas), they just don’t have the intergenerational impact that these others did.
Awww, it’s not that they haven’t had as much time in the trenches. It’s that, most importantly, they don’t reach deep enough to hit the soul of the listeners! They get onstage, play some great stuff — but how much of it do they really feel … and get across to their fans?
Yardbirds, that’s the main difference! You can remember your favorite teacher because he/she makes/made an impact on your life — boosted your spirit, touched your soul somehow. It’s the same way with classic sounds …

Now, some bands can be “average”, but have a singer or instrumentalist who eventually becomes a classic in his or her own right.

For example, Tico and the Triumphs had an excellent guitarist/singer (in fact, he was Tico himself!) who, later on, became one of America’s top songwriters/poets/singers.
But first …
he joined up with another great vocalist and, together, they made an indelible mark on modern folk/rock. His partner? Art Garfunkel!
So … who was the guy known as Tico? Of course: It’s Paul Simon!!

Jeremiah Was A … WHAT??

We all know the words, right? “JER-E-MI-AH WAZZZ uh BULL-frawgggg …” When those words left Chuck Negron’s (Three Dog Night) mouth, we knew we were ready to PARRRR-DEEEE with “Joy To The World”!!

But … who in the heck was “Jeremiah,” really? I mean, outside the cat in the Good Book. Who was Three Dog Night singin’ about? Was it an old, skid-row chum when they “helped him drink his wine”? Mebbe some foreign dude, considering they “couldn’t understand a single word he said”?

Actually, Rockaholics, “Jeremiah” was … a throwaway! Y’see, when Hoyt Axton first penned Joy To The World, he couldn’t come up with an intro line to immediately juice the song. Soooo, he just wrote the first thing that came into his head!

He’d intended to change it to something that had some relation to the song itself, but, when he gave the song to TDN, he’d forgotten to do it! He rushed to the threesome before they were to lay trax for it, hoping they’d give him a chance to change it, but … they dug it just like it was! So, now, ya know …

That bein’ said, I’m gonna cut it short here and see ya in less than24 … on the flip side …

BAD IS GOOD FOR DOOBIES …

I’ve already toldja about surviving Bad Company members Paul Rodgers, Simon Kirke and Mick Ralphs reuniting for a ten-show tour (with The Doobie Brothers) this summer (June 17-July 4.) But what’s really cool is that they’re double-heading with The Doobie Brothers! The band’s re-formed for the tour and they’ll be joinin’ forces with BC on the road from June 17 to July 4. If they’re in your neck-of-the-woods, be sure to make the trip and Listen To The Music!

BUT THAT’S NOT ALL …

Having finished their month-long gig at the Beacon Theater in NYC, they’re hitting the road, The Allman Brothers will be teaming up at various times with the Doobies, The Dead (as in “Grateful” without the “Garcia”) and Widespread Panic. They’ll be tourin’ from May through October.

CSN UPDATE

Crosby Stills & Nash, as I noted earlier, will tour this summer (June 3-July 11.) Now, some of the dates are gonna be benefits for The Guacamole Fund, which helps “nonprofit organizations that work in the public interest, for the environment and conservation, social change, education, safe, clean energy, a non-nuclear future, and peace,” according to their website.

J. GEILS BAND TO TOUR AGAIN??

J. Geils Band played the opening of the House of Blues in their hometown of Boston last month. But now they’ve booked an April 24 show at the Fillmore in Detroit (the city that got ‘em launched nationally.)
They’re not sayin’ it’s the start of something big (like a big reunion tour or anything), but watch this space.  Knowin’ Peter and the guys, anything can happen!

Now, add all that to a Simon & Garfunkel reunion tour of Asia and Australia … and a possible Black Sabbath reunion (with surviving original members!), and it looks like we’re gonna have a rockin’ summer comin’ up!

WHEN THERE’S A NEED …

We have to face facts:  There are millions of people out there who have incontinence problems.  Now, these can be caused by many different factors (like prostates, injured bladders, hysterectomies, etc), and can be short or long term.
If you or a loved one suffers from this problem, no matter what the cause, you know you still need the dependable, sanitary protection against the inevitable leaking or staining that can occur.  Often, you might feel a bit embarrassed by shopping for them publicly, in stores that don’t have the knowledge or understanding to help you.
Well, there is a wonderful place where you can find these items, shop privately for them (ie, from the comfort of your own home), know that they’re the best and most reliable on the market, and even save money in the process!
All you have to do to find the best in incontinence products is click that link you just passed. You’ll be able to choose the brand you trust, at a better price, with free shipping, an AutoShip service for faster delivery, and much more!
Believe me, they’re there to help …

Okay … that’s all for now. See ya on the flip side!

Hey … y’all still with me out there?!?! Good! Now, how about givin’ me a hand in openin’ this vault again, huh?? Got some more rockin’ trivia for ya:

• ABBEY ROAD is known as the last music ever recorded by The Beatles, at least as a foursome. But what you didn’t know is that the last trax of side 2 were laid to reflect their final bow, as such. After Carry That Weight (a reference to the fact that all four would be stereotyped as a Beatle for years to come), they kick in with some serious garage-style rock in a guitar-driven tuned called Love You. That was to “go out with a bang,” as they came into the rock world. Following that, the harmonic The End were their parting words … ending in a beautiful crescendo. And that was it for any more new stuff from The Beatles. They were done. Now, if you’ll notice, the rest between that and the last track was a split-second longer than normal; that signified the transition — and then, with one electric chord cementing that, it breaks into Paul’s solo ditty, Her Majesty. That was John, George and Ringo’s way of saying, “Okay … if HE wants to keep going, it’s just HIS now.” It was cut short because … well, that’s all the time they had on the LP.
• THIS DIAMOND RING, the first hit by Gary Lewis and The Playboys, actually had none of the group playing on it! And Gary’s vocals were heavily backed by the overdubs of Ron Hicklin (incidentally, Al Kooper — who went on to form Blood, Sweat and Tears — wrote the song … and wasn’t happy with the way the Playboys’ version sounded).
• TORN BETWEEN TWO LOVERS, by Mary McGregor, was actually recorded in an empty bathroom, because McGregor liked the natural echo!
• A reader once sent me a RelicMail asking what the most expensive record would be. Well, it belongs to Paul McCartney and is worth around $180,000! The song is That’ll Be The Day and was recorded in 1958 by a group called The Quarrymen, with Paul, John, George, Colin Hanton and John Duff Lowe.
• Tommy James’ hit, MONY, MONY, was actually named so thanks to the blinking initials on the Mutual of New York Insurance building! (Oh … the cover for Tommy James and the Shondells’ album, It’s Only Love, was the first pro photo shoot for Paul McCartney’s wife, Linda Eastman).
• If you have an old 45 of The Beatles’ TICKET TO RIDE, check under the title and see if it has the fine print that says “From the United Artists Release Eight Arms To Hold You”. That was the original title of the movie Help!

REACH FOR THE CEILING!

As springtime progresses and the oh-so-hot summertime approaches, we all start lookin’ to stay cool, right?  Now, many of us have ceiling fans in our houses or apartments that not only help provide the relief we’re lookin’ for but also look great in our living rooms, bedrooms, etc.
Sometimes, though, the ones that come with our residence doesn’t exactly fit our decor or blend in with the ambience we want.
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And, with that, I think it’s time to end this edition. Until next time, remember: Keep your eyes on the skies, your feet on the ground, your heart with the music … and I’ll see ya on the flip side.