Orignally released in 1973. The second most important moment in Bowie's glam period, Aladdin Sane is full of smart, cutting-edge songs that hold up decades later as classic moments in rock. Standout tracks include "Panic in Detroit", with Mick Ronson's screaming guitars and Mick Woodmansey's urgent drumming; "Watch that Man", a piano-driven, rollicking number perfect for the Bowie strut; the lascivious and sweaty "Cracked Actor"; the punky "Jean Genie"; and a perfectly raucous cover of "Let's Spend the Night Together". "Time" hearkens back to the theatrics of The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust, while "Drive in Saturday", "The Prettiest Star", and "Lady Grinning Soul" serve as precursors to Bowie's "plastic soul" sounds that came later in the 1970s. Aladdin Sane is even more impressive when considering that the same year this album was made, Bowie was also working with artists like Iggy Pop and Lou Reed, producing some of their most heralded works (the ...
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Who cared that it was a bone chilling cold February 1st evening? Certainly not the large crowd inside Cheeky Monkey that were here to enjoy seeing and hearing the legendary Six String Nation Guitar know as 'Voyageur'. Local musicians Jim Chevalier, Brenden E. Fraser, Adam Miner, Dave Miner and Mark Potvin took turns playing 'Voyageur' throughout the evening making it a wonderful mix of songs being performed using Canada's guitar. 'Voyageur's' curator, historian and man responsible for it's creation, Jowi Taylor gave a wonderful moving talk and visual presentation explaining the story behind what makes this guitar so important. As Jowi tells it, the guitar was made as a symbol of national unity, to explore Canadian identity, and to connect people from all regions in Canada. It is made from 64 pieces of bone, metal, wood, stone and fabric, representing every province and territory. The guitar's neck has wood from the deck of the Bluenose ...
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Published on Jan 31, 2013 Chris and Matt from Daylight for Deadeyes doing an in-store acoustic performance of their song 'Take Some Time' at Cheeky Monkey in Sarnia Ontario. July 28, 2012.
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Q - in 1969, who recorded "Crystal Blue Persuasion"? A. Tommy James and the Shondells Can be found of TOMMY JAMES & THE SHONDELLS - ANTHOLOGY along with other Greatest Hits CD's TRIVIA: Sporting a quickly identifiable percussive opening, the pleasant and soothing "Crystal Blue Persuasion" was the other side of the '60s, the peace and love complement to the psychedelic title track of the album which spawned this, Crimson & Clover. Tommy James somehow came up with arrangements and riffs which made each of his hit records distinctive, a move which paid dividends for his live show in the years that followed. It's the sound of the keyboards which stays in the listener's head while the conga drums, tambourine, and simple flamenco guitar build a foundation for the impeccable voices, all playing off the bass line. Keep in mind this song became popular about eight months before Santana would take these flavors back ...
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Published on Jan 30, 2013 This week...... Footage from Led Zeppelin Tribute. "The Songs Remain The Same" Alison Mahon from The Community Round Table talks to us about The Six String Nations Guitar coming to Sarnia. Also "The Show" goes on the road to Norma Jeans in London, Ontario A special announcement about "The Show" & Bounce The Cat Productions
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The songs on Little Creatures, most of which were credited to Byrne alone (with the band credited only with arrangements) sounded like they'd been written as songs. Perhaps as one result, the band had been streamlined, with extra musicians used only for specific effects rather than playing along as an ensemble. Byrne, who was singing in his natural range for once, frequently was augmented with backup singers. The overall result: ear candy. Little Creatures was a pop album, and an accomplished one, by a band that knew what it was doing. True, Byrne's lyrics were still intriguingly quirky, but even his subject matter was becoming more mature. "I've seen sex and I think it's okay," he sang on "Creatures of Love," and suddenly the geek had become a man. Where he had once pondered the hopes of boys and girls, he was now making observations about children. And even if his impulses remained strange -- "I wanna ...
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Have you seen THE SHOW with DAVID BURROWS? It's a weekly program highlighting local talent and entertainment events in the Sarnia-Lambton area. It can be viewed each week right here on the Cheeky Monkey website under the BLOG catagory of THE SHOW WITH DAVID BURROWS David is looking for individuals who would like to have there group or talent featured on "The Show". If you are interested contact him by email at theshow@davidburrows.ws or contact us and we will happily "hook you up".
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Friday's at 10:00 pm on Cogeco Cable 6 Here‘s what will be coming up. Jan. 25: Dave Russell Feb. 1: Norm Fraser Feb. 8: Kurt Oblak Feb 15: Lindsay Dana Feb. 22: Jim Chevalier
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In a nutshell what we are looking for is art which will possibly become a part of our art rental program, following voting by the public. It's a great way to get more exposure and make some money! Final Deadline for entry : Friday, February 22nd. We will begin accepting entries on Monday, February 18th. Please Call 519-337-0507 for more information!
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A special guest appearance by Julie Burrows as she sings O Canada for The Sarnia Legionnaires. Some wild and crazy fun with The Sarnia Womans LOCO Roller Derby team. Local musician Bruce Clarke talks to us about his new CD Release party and performance happening at The Trinity Lounge. Led Zeppelin Tribute with Songs Remain The Same and special guest "Retrospect" at the stubborn mule. More on the BrownStones Superbowl party, and a chance to win tix to the party! Special mentions also to Bounce The Cat Productions, The United Way & more.......
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