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Worked from home for part of the day today (took part of the day off to take mom to a dr.'s appointment) so that meant I opened up the moving box's and whatever came out got listened to. First out: Foreigner - Records A greatest hit album Foreigner released in 1982 so it does not have any post 1982 songs. But it does have enjoyable songs like "Cold As Ice", "Double Vision", "Head Games", "Dirty White Boy", "Juke Box Hero" & "Hot Blooded". I may not be a big Foreigner fan but whats not to like? BTW - Even if I am not a big Foreigner fan I did see them 3 times live (twice in the 1990's and once in 2002). The first time I saw them live they were excellent, the second time ok. The 2002 show was terrible. I had the chance to see them recently on their farewell tour and I skipped that. Any way, good album. Next out of the box: Iron Maiden - 7th Son of a 7th Son When I listen to this album, I never skip a song. Solid & enjoyable. My favorite song is "Can I Play With Madness". No shock there. Next out of the box: Survivor - Eye of the Tiger Historically I just listen to the first side of this album and skip the second. its been many years since I listened to the 2nd side but today I listened to the entire album. What did I think? Not really impressed by side 2 & will go back to skipping it. Side one though, I don't skip and will not skip anything on it. All the songs (the title track, "Feel Like Love", "Hesitation Dance", The One That Really Matters" & "I'm Not That Man Anymore") are excellent. I esp. like "Hesitation Dance" and (perhaps even more so) "The One That Really Matters". Very enjoyable album side. Last out of the box for the day: Judas Priest - Screaming For Vengeance A masterpiece. My favorite Priest album. I never, ever skip a song on it. Funny story about the album though. In 1988 I was at college and was listening to the album. One of the guys who lived on the same floor in my dorm stopped by my room for some reason as the last song, "Devil's Child", was playing. This guy was not at all into metal. He listens to it a bit and Rob Halford is singing the chorus which has the line "I believe your the devil" in it. This guy hears it and goes "Did he just sing "I'm in league with the devil? I though Led Zeppelin was satanic but there nothing compared to a group openly singing about being in league with the devil." Yup - thats what being being brainwashed in certain ways about religion (and music) and not herring things correctly can do to people. Had to calm the guy down and explain what the lyrics actually were. Nice guy though. So all these years latter I still get a chuckle out that guys reaction to what he misheard.

RIP - Now excuse me while I blow my reward money saving Brooke Shields from drowning for my personal Van Halen concert.

Cheeseburger and margarita for dinner tonight. RIP, Jimmy.

Here's hoping he's enjoying that cheeseburger in paradise. I was never much of a parrot head myself, but I appreciate his music moved millions. RIP.

Van Halen III. It's new for me.

May we all raise our margaritas in a toast to the Man.

This is probably too metal for the likes of Rick and LABT.

This one made me sad. I saw him live when I was little and don't remember much of it, but I always enjoyed his music.

Goo Goo Dolls- Dizzy Up The Girl I still love this album. Not played it in over a decade, I think maybe not even since the 2000s. Remembered most of it too, which I think is impressive.

Rest in peace. I hope he finally found that lost shaker of salt.

saw him 3 times in concert. Had a blast each time. it was truly a party. thanks for the memories Jimmy. RIP. Mick

Happy Belated Birthday, sounds like you had a nice quiet one, you deserve some nice time to yourself. Take care and I love the idea of Jagr retiring again as a Pen Hockey is almost here

It really makes us realize where the true songwriting talent is in Judas Priest. Notice how their is no dip in their song quality on Redeemer and Firepower.

Megadeth - Holy Wars...The Punishment Due

i do not like instrumental albums. an instrumental on an album with vocals a la Rush i can take but whole albums like that no. it's why artists like those you mentioned don't appeal to me. Mick

Glad you enjoyed it. I'm a huge fan of his. I could do without the guitar solo, but for different reasons (I don't really enjoy extended guitar or drum solos anymore). I've seen that band live at House of Blues in Boston, and they were great. I think the solo is used for the theatrical purpose of allowing Slash to end it with the Sweet Child O'Mine riff (he did it again last week when I saw GNR at Fenway Park). For my money, Myles Kennedy is one of the best rock vocalists working today. Alter Bridge isn't really my thing, but I think that's more a Tremonti thing, because I like Myles' solo work. I also agree that Slash's true gift is his songwriting.

Thanks so much, RNB! You are too kind. Enjoy your long weekend!

Different Strings

Happy Birthday blueschica! I wish you a day full of joy, adventure, and lovely encounters!

To be the GOAT, you have to beat the GOAT. There can be only one logical choice as to the greatest QB ever...

Same here. Vocals help to make a song human and give it it's own personality. With all instrumental bands everything sounds the same after a few songs. There's nothing to separate one song from the other since all their doing is jamming in every one.

Cool find

Why do people drive like shit? self-esteem?

I couldn't finish the first album. It was awful.

Jackson Browne-Hold out (9/10) Mick

Jackson browne-The Pretender (10/10) Another fav of mine. If pressed i'd say i prefer Jackson to Dan. I think Browne's lyrics hit deeper with me. and his ballads are often gut wrenching. Mick

Nope. He spoke the truth on the best pure QB to have played in my lifetime.

I figured, before I saw the answer! Pittsburghers (Joe Montana is from the general vicinity) looooove Dan Marino (another Pittsburgher) and still feel he is kind of unrecognized. I lived there at the time he was at Pitt, but never saw him play live. My sister's company was on strike once, with her picketing (long story) and Marino and his mom turned around and wouldn't cross the picket line, so I'm a fan.

I think the excitement of the big show made her more Pau-ouncey than normal. She does do it but it definitely seemed like she was doing it a lot more often. Perhaps it was the great camera work that allowed us to see how much she really does that. You're far from the only one to feel that way about the Sandman cover. A lot of fans would prefer that they did one of their own songs instead. Especially when they have a shorter set. They get a half hour on festivals and opening shows but they still do it. That doesn't make sense to me when you're time is limited on stage. I understand people know the song and that's why they do it but their songs always get a great response. Imagine the great response the jams at the end of Survive or Dull Knives would get from the a crowd who doesn't know them? Everyone would be on their feet cheering. Or the easy to bop/sing along to "hey, hey, hey, hey yeah" part of XXI Century Blood. They're still very young and I think they often underestimate the effect their songs can have on people who don't know them yet.

Well, it's on now. Utah skinning Florida 17-3, Minnesota up on Nebraska 3-0, both at half-time. NC State up 10-7 on UConn, 3 to go in the 3rd.

I appreciate it, Turbine! Thank you so much!

Thank you, PJ ! So glad the storm appears to be leaving you alone! (My silly sister is in a low-lying mandatory evacuation area and won't leave.) Fingers crossed for Florida!

Thanks so much, BHR ! Yes, 43 days and counting! (Hoping the Pens sign Jaromir Jagr to a one year deal, it's been a big rumor! Would let him retire as a Penguin (again! ) ). The real ironman!

"Happy Birthday, Blue (Becky)". Hopefully, you are having a fantastic day. You're welcome. Zepp (Paul), if you read this, you weren't late wishing her a happy birthday.

Woo Hoo! Partay, Partay ! A small one later tonight anyway. Thanks for the birthday wish!

Thanks, Nova! Right back at ya! I always enjoy your posts!

Thanks, custom! I appreciate the GIF! Just watched the documentary about the San Francisco Sound and this would fit right in!

Thanks, Duckie (and Ritchie!). I appreciate it! He doesn't even look too angry here!

Thank you so much, Sun! It has been an adventure so far, but a great day for sure!

Happy Birthday Blueschica

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We heard there's a birthday party here!! WOO HOO!!

Happy Birthday to one of TRF's best people!

Enjoy your birthday day.

Happy Birthday Becky!