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Positive thinking enables you to focus on your potential and not your limitations. Unknown

The work will wait while you show the child the rainbow, but the
rainbow won’t wait while you finish the work.Unknown

It is well to know something of the manners of various peoples, in order more sanely to judge our own, and that we do not think that everything against our modes is ridiculous, and against reason, as those who have seen nothing are accustomed to think. -Rene Descartes, philosopher and mathematician (1596-1650)
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I was extremely busy podcasting yesterday after a trip down to Benidorm. The resort is always very busy on a Sunday and the prom was heaving with people walking up the promenade. It was very noticeable that there was a very peaceful atmosphere and the weather was also very serene. Around 11 am I had to rush back and get the studio ready for Neil Colbourne as we always record our show for Bangladesh around midday. The show is still big in Bangladesh and six other stations around the world.

We talked about the contrast in poverty levels between the European double dip recession and the famines in countries like Ethiopia and the question of whether the UK should keep its promise of aid when it cannot afford it in the current economic climate. The  topic provided some very thought provoking points and the podcast is available here.

The Day’s Events 21st May

0996 – Sixteen year old Otto III was crowned the Roman Emperor. Very sensible1471 – King Henry VI was killed in the tower of London. Edward IV took the throne. Nice people

1602 – Martha’s Vineyard was first sighted by Captain Bartholomew Gosnold. Any groups playing?

1688 – The English poet Alexander Pope was born. Not THE pope!

1790 – Paris was divided into 48 zones. Bien

1819 – Bicycles were first seen in the U.S. in New York City. They were originally known as “swift walkers.”  OK

1840 – New Zealand was declared a British colony. Anything to get the Maouris to play rugby

1891 – Peter Jackson and Jim Corbett fought for 61 rounds only to end in a draw.  Was it worth starting?

1927 – Charles A. Lindberg completed the first solo nonstop airplane flight across the Atlantic Ocean. The trip began May 20.  Brave man

1956 – The U.S. exploded the first airborne hydrogen bomb in the Pacific Ocean over Bikini Atoll.  Horrible!

1968 – The nuclear-powered U.S. submarine Scorpion, with 99 men aboard, was last heard from. The remains of the sub were later found on the ocean floor 400 miles southwest of the Azores. Very sad

1982 – The British landed in the Falkland Islands and fighting began.  Silly war

1998 – In Miami, FL, five abortion clinics were hit by an  acid-attacker.  feelings ran high

The Day’s Music Events 21st May

1955, Eddie Calvert was at No.1 on the UK singles chart with his version of ‘Cherry Pink and Apple Blossom White.’ The song from the film ‘Underwater’ had also been a No.1 for Perez Prado in the same year.lovely trumpet player

1964, The Four Pennies were at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘Juliet’. The group’s only UK No.1.It was my cousin Mike’s favourite song

1967, Jimi Hendrix signed with Reprise Records on the US Warner Brothers label. They released the guitarist’s albums ‘Are You Experienced?’, ‘Axis: Bold as Love’ and ‘Electric Ladyland’.Was this Sinatra’s secret music?

1968, Rolling Stone Brian Jones appeared at Great Marlborough Street Magistrates court, London on a charge of possession of marijuana, Jones was released on £200 bail. trouble ahead

1977, Rod Stewart was at No.1 on the UK singles chart with the double A sided single ‘I Don’t Want To Talk About It / First Cut Is The Deepest.’ The Danny Whitten song ‘I Don’t Want To Talk About It’ was also a UK No.3 hit for Everything But The Girl in 1988. Good value for money

1977, Stevie Wonder started a three week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with his tribute to Duke Ellington, ‘Sir Duke’, his sixth US No.1, it made No.2 in the UK. Good track

1979, Elton John started a tour of Russia, when he played the first of eight concerts making him the first Western star ever to do so. Well done Elton

1980, Joe Strummer of The Clash was arrested at a much-troubled gig in Hamburg, Germany, after smashing his guitar over the head of a member of the audience; he was released after an alcohol test proved negative. Perfect gentleman

1982, The Hacienda Club was opened in Manchester, England. Madonna made her UK TV debut at the club when C4 music show The Tube was broadcast live. Home to many Manchester acts including Oasis, Happy Mondays, U2, The Smiths, Charlatans, James, M People who all played at the club. (The club closed in 1997).  Tony Wilson from Granada Reports was one of the instigators

1983, David Bowie went to No.1 on the US singles chart with ‘Let’s Dance’, featuring blues guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan. It was Bowie’s first single to reach number one on both sides of the Atlantic.  Classy track
1983, Michael Jackson’s album ‘Thriller’ went back to No.1 for the third time on the UK charts and stayed at the top for another five weeks.Great music and written in UK

1988, Wet Wet Wet and Billy Bragg were at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘With A Little Help From My Friends’ and ‘She’s Leaving Home.’ The two Beatles songs had been recorded for the childLine charity, sales of the single, which spent four weeks at No.1 on the UK chart, were over £600,000, all of which was donated to ChildLine . Good effort

1994, Manchester United Football Club along with Status Quo were at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘Come On You Reds’.Was this the year Quo were on Corrie?

2001, Producer, arranger and keyboardist Tommy Eyre died of cancer aged 51. Worked with George Harrison, Wham! Dusty Springfield, and BB King. Played and arranged Joe Cocker’s hit ‘With A Little Help From My Friends’ and Gerry Rafferty’s ‘Baker Street’.

2003, Soul singer James Brown was pardoned for his past crimes in the US state of South Carolina. Brown had served a two-and-a-half-year prison term after an arrest on drug and assault charges in 1988 was granted a pardon by the State Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services. Brown, who appeared before the board, sang ‘God Bless America’ after the decision. He was a wild man of pop but what a great soul performer

2009, Natalie Cole was recovering after undergoing a kidney transplant. The 59-year-old daughter of Nat King Cole had decided to postpone her summer tour, set to begin in June, as she recovered  Worrying times

2010, U2′s lead singer Bono had emergency spinal surgery after suffering an injury while preparing for tour dates. The 50-year-old singer was treated at a specialist neurosurgery clinic in Munich and was expected to stay there for a number of days.More worries

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1904,, Fats Waller, US blues singer, died 15th December 1943.
1941, , Ronald Isley, The Isley Brothers, (1968 UK No.3 single ‘This Old Heart Of Mine’, 1969 US No.2 single ‘It’s Your Thing’)

1943, Hilton Valentine, guitar, The Animals, (1964 UK & US No.1 single ‘House Of The Rising Sun’).
1943,  John Dalton, The Kinks, (1964 UK No.1 & US No.7 ‘You Really Got Me’, 1967 UK No.2 single ‘Waterloo Sunset’ plus 19 other UK Top 40 singles).

1943,  Vincent Crane, keyboards, The Crazy world of Arthur Brown, (1968 UK No.1 and US No.12 single ‘Fire’), Atomic Rooster, (1971 UK No.4 single ‘The Devil’s Answer’). He died on 14th February 1989.

1948, Leo Sayer, (1977 UK & US No.1 single ‘When I Need You’, the Chrysalis record label’s first No.1, plus 13 other UK Top 40 singles).

1954, Marc Ribot, guitarist and composer. Norah Jones, Elvis Costello, Tom Waits. 1955, Born on this day, Stan Lynch, drums, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, (1977 single ‘American Girl’, 1989 UK No.28 single ‘I Won’t Back Down’, 1991 UK No.3 album ‘Into The Great Wide Open’).
1958,  Mike Barson, keyboards, Madness, (1982 UK No.1 single ‘House Of Fun’ & over 20 other Top 40 UK hit singles).

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Positive thinking enables you to focus on your potential and not your limitations. Unknown

The work will wait while you show the child the rainbow, but the
rainbow won’t wait while you finish the work.Unknown

It is well to know something of the manners of various peoples, in order more sanely to judge our own, and that we do not think that everything against our modes is ridiculous, and against reason, as those who have seen nothing are accustomed to think. -Rene Descartes, philosopher and mathematician (1596-1650)
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Well done Chelsea. Of course I would have preferred Liverpool to have won the Champions League but they weren’t good enough. Chelsea were having a bad season and only finished 5th. Liverpool did something fairly similar the other last time we won the trophy. Drogba was really good again and the goalkeeper was also another key player. Frank Lampard has always been there or thereabouts and he is a really excellent player.

The Euro has now fallen to a three and a half year low against Sterling making Spanish property, which has already been heavily discounted over the past few years, more attractive to UK buyers.

It is unlikely that the Euro will collapse but it has declined heaviliy in value over the last few months reaching a low of just EUR 1.25 against the pound. And the chances are that there is more to come with 1.30 to 1.35 not being off the radar.

The reason for the decline in the value of the Euro is the level of discontent throughout Europe with the austerity measures which have been imposed by Governments. There is an open revolt which started with Greece and has moved on to France, one of the founder members of the single currency.

Now there exists a massive opportunity for UK buyers to snap up key-ready property. Many Spanish banks have been in denial and refused to accept the fact that they had to accept massive losses through property write-downs on their balance sheets. This has sparked a fire sale of distressed Spanish property being offered to overseas investors for a fraction of their original cost and with 100% mortgages at just 1.5% above the Euribor. Today, for instance, you can purchase a 2 bedroom front-line golf apartment for as little as EUR 6.000,00 and just EUR 230,00 per month over 20 years.

Murcia is one region where there is a recovery in Spain. The construction of the Paramount theme park has now been finalised with £10.8million already invested to start the development. Murcia to benefit heavily. The opening of Murcia’s new international airport is also planned for next year and it is anticipated that this will bring an additional three million visitors and with Murcia short of 15,000 hotel rooms.

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Hike

We were proud that no one had fallen out on our company’s
first long hike.

Completely exhausted, we sprawled on our bunks, too tired to
move — except for one private. He showered and was ready to
go out on the town.

We asked him why he wasn’t knocked out like the rest of us.

“You know the truck that was with us in case anyone fell
out?” he replied. “Well, somebody had to drive it.”

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Government Office Rules

1) If it rings, put it on hold.

2) If it clanks, call the repairman.

3) If it whistles, ignore it.

4) If it’s a friend, take a break.

5) If it’s the boss, look busy.

6) If it talks, take notes.

7) If it’s handwritten, type it.

If it’s typed, copy it.

9) If it’s copied, file it.

10) If it’s Friday, forget it!

The Day’s Music Events 20th May

1957, American crooner Andy Williams was at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘Butterfly’, the US singers only UK No.1 and the first of 40 hit singles from 1957 until 2002 on the UK chart.This man has a wonderful voice

1960, The Silver Beetles (John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Stu Sutcliffe, and Tommy Moore) played the first night of a short tour of Scotland backing singer Johnny Gentle, at Alloa Town Hall in Clackmannanshire. Three of the Silver Beetles adopted stage names: Paul McCartney became Paul Ramon, George Harrison was Carl Harrison, and Stuart Sutcliffe became Stuart de Stael.We’ve all used pseudonyms at some time or other

1961, Cliff Richard made his TV debut on the UK ITV show ‘Thank Your Lucky Stars.’ He has been a shining example of a great role model

1964, Rudy Lewis of The Drifters died aged 28 under mysterious circumstances the night before the group was set to record ‘Under the Boardwalk’. Former Drifters backup singer Johnny Moore was brought back to perform lead vocals for the recording session.I don’t remember ever reading this before

1965, Jackie Trent was at No.1 in the UK with the single ‘Where Are You Now (My Love)’. Producers Tony Hatch’s fifth No.1 was sung by his future wife.They made a very sucssful partnership

1966, Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey of the Who grew tired of waiting for John Entwistle and Keith Moon to arrive for their gig at the Ricky Tick Club in Windsor, England so they took to the stage with the bass player and drummer of the local band that opened the show. When Moon and Entwistle finally arrived in the middle of the set, a fight broke out, with Townshend hitting Moon on the head with his guitar. Moon and Entwistle quit the band, (and rejoined a week later).They were very shy and retirng lads and often attended the local vicarage tea parties

1967, The Beatles new album ‘Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band’ had a special preview on the Kenny Everett BBC Light program, ‘Where It’s At’, playing every track from the album, (except ‘A Day In The Life’ which the BBC had banned saying it could promote drug taking).  Any talk of Payola?
1967, The Young Rascals started a two week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with ‘Groovin’, it made No.8 in the UK. The group named themselves after a US comedy TV show.This was a great,  laid-back summer song

1968, The Beatles, armed with a bunch of new songs after their visit to India, met at George Harrison’s home in Esher, Surrey. They taped 23 new songs on George’s 4-track recorder, many of which would end up on The Beatles’ next two albums, (the White Album) and Abbey Road. The demos include: ‘Cry Baby Cry’, Revolution’, ‘While My Guitar Gently Weeps’, ‘Blackbird‘ and ‘Child of Nature’ (a Lennon song that became ‘Jealous Guy’).  The Beatles were certainly influenced by the Maharishi

1969, While watching a baseball game in Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, Peter Cetera of Chicago was set upon by four Marines (because they didn’t like the length of his hair). They broke his jaw, resulting in the singer spending two days in intensive care.This was a really horrible case of bullying

1972, T Rex were at No.1 on the UK singles chart ‘Metal Guru’, the group’s fourth and final No.1. They also had the UK No.1 album with ‘Bolan Boogie’.Very popular but I had mixed feelings about it

1978, Paul McCartney went to No.1 on the US singles chart with ‘With A Little Luck’, his sixth solo US No.1.  A great talent but I don’t know this song

1978, The Buddy Holly story film was premiered in Holly’s hometown, of Lubbock, Texas. I loved this guy’s music and I love the story

1989, Ferry ‘Cross The Mersey’ by Ferry Aid started a three week run at No.1 on the UK singles chart. The song was recorded to raise funds for the Hillbsbourgh Football victims, Gerry Marsden, Paul McCartney, Holly Johnson and The Christians all featured on the recording.None of us will fully realise the depth of feeling in what happened at Hillsborough

1989, Jason Donovan started a two-week run at No.1 on the UK album charts with his debut album ‘Ten Good Reasons’.  Not my scene but good pop music

1995, Don Henley from The Eagles married model Sharon Summerall. Guests included Glenn Frey, Joe Walsh, Timothy B. Schmit, David Crosby, Randy Newman, Jimmy Buffett, Jackson Browne, Billy Joel, Sting and Sheryl Crow.Quite a wedding list that should have produced good gifts for the happy couple

1995, Robson Green and Jerome Flynn started a seven-week run at No.1 on the UK singles chart with their versions of ‘Unchained Melody/(There’ll Be Blue Birds Over) The White Cliffs Of Dover’. Actors Green and Flynn had performed the song in the UK drama series Soldier Soldier.I think the series sold the song as it was a really popular show

1997, U2 caused traffic chaos in Kansas City, Missouri after they paid for traffic control to close down five lanes so they could shoot the video for ‘Last Night On Earth’. Apart form major traffic jams a passing Cadillac crashed into a plate glass window trying to avoid a cameraman.  I’ll bet it was Bono’s idea
1998, The funeral of Frank Sinatra was held at the Church of the Good Shepherd in Beverly Hills. Mourners in attendance included, Tony Bennett, Faye Dunaway, Tony Curtis, Liza Minnelli, Kirk Douglas, Angie Dickinson, Sophia Loren, Bob Newhart, Mia Farrow and Jack Nicholson.  I think he would have been very chuffed with his send off. His was a great career

1998, Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward was taken to hospital in London after suffering a heart attack during a band rehearsal.  Drummers do work hard but often play hard too

2001, S Club 7 went to No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘Don’t Stop Movin’, their 3rd UK chart topper. Good pop music

2005, Kylie Minogue had a cancerous lump removed from her breast at St Frances Xavier Cabrini Hospital in Melbourne, Australia. The singer had been due to begin the 20-date Australian leg of her current worldwide Showgirl tour in Sydney.For my money, not only is she a great talent she is a very brave lady

2006, Heavy metal monsters Lordi became Finland’s first ever Eurovision Song Contest winners after their song Hard Rock Hallelujah won in Athens. The band won the Eurovision public vote after singing their heavy rock anthem dressed in horror costumes.  I saw this and they were very good. Not really my kind of music though
2007, Rihanna featuring Jay-Z started a 10 week run at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘Umbrella’ which spent 10 consecutive weeks at No.1 in the UK making it the longest running No.1 single since Wet Wet Wet’s ‘Love Is All Around’. Congratulations

2008, The US Congress passed a resolution designating May 13th as Frank Sinatra Day to honor his contribution to American culture.Good move

2009, Michael Jackson delayed the opening four nights of his This Is It UK tour at London’s O2 arena. Concert promoters AEG Live said the delay was necessary because the singer needed more time for dress rehearsals. The first show, on 8 July, was pushed back by five nights. Three other July dates would now not take place until March 2010.This suggested to me that he was not very well

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1942, Jill Jackson, Paul and Paula, (1963 US No.1 & UK No.8 single, ‘Hey Paula’).

1944, Joe Cocker, singer, (1968 UK No.1 single ‘With A Little Help From My Friends’, plus 8 other UK Top 40 singles, 1982 US No.1 single with Jennifer Warnes ‘Up Where We Belong’).

1946,  Cherilyn Sarkasian, (Cher), singer, Sonny & Cher, (1965 UK & US No.1 single ‘I Got You Babe’), Solo, (1991 UK No.1 single ‘The Shoop Shoop Song’, 1998 UK No.1 & 1999 US No.1 single ‘Believe’, plus over 15 other UK Top 40 singles).
1947,  Steve Currie, T Rex, (1971 UK No.1 single ‘Hot Love’, plus over 20 other UK Top 40 singles). Currie died on 28th April 1981.

1952, Warren Cann, drummer, Ultravox, (1981 UK No.2 single ‘Vienna’, plus 15 other UK Top 40 singles).

1955,  Steve George, Mr Mister, (1985 US No.1 & 1986 UK No.4 single ‘Broken Wings’).

1958,  Jane Wiedlin, guitar, vocals, The Go-Go’s, (1982 US No.2 single ‘We Got The Beat’, 1982 UK No.47 single ‘Our Lips Our Sealed’) and solo (1988 UK No.12 single ‘Rush Hour’).

1961,Nick Heyward, guitar, vocals, Haircut 100, (1982 UK No.3 single ‘Love Plus One’) & Solo.

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I am a firm believer in the people. If given the truth, they can be depended upon to meet any national crisis. The great point is to bring them the real facts.
Abraham Lincoln

Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.
Albert Einstein

All great truths begin as blasphemies.
George Bernard Shaw
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We had weird weather yesterday. However, I enjoyed the radio show where I met Tony from Calpe Bed Centre who brought in Ally from Fife and John from Edinburgh. Collectively they have put together a football pitch for the children of Emaus. These are underpriviliged Spanish children and suffice it to say they need all the help they can get. I am so impressed by the genuine will of these guys to help the community and their efforts are wonderful.

Don’t forget the Benidorm Sevens.

The Day’s Music Events 19th May

1958, The soundtrack to South Pacific went to No.1 on the US album chart. Great music

1960, American DJ Alan Freed was indicted along with seven others for accepting $30,650 in payola from six record companies. Two years later, he was convicted and given a suspended sentence and a $300 fine.Weird

1961, The Everly Brothers launched their own record label, ‘Calliop’e’.Was this the extremely dark purple label?

1967, The Beatles held a press party at manager’s Brian Epstein’s house in London for the launch of the ‘Sgt Pepper’s’ album. Linda Eastman was hired as the press photographer.  I’ll bet Paul had a twinkle in his eye
1973, Stevie Wonder went to No.1 on the US singles chart with ‘You Are The Sunshine Of My Life’. His third US No.1, a No.7 hit in the UK. He is absolutely wonderful-what a talent

1973, Wizzard were at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘See My Baby Jive,’ Roy Wood’s (from The Move), latest group spent four weeks at the top of the charts. Not one of my favourites

. 1974, The Rubettes were at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘Sugar Baby Love’, the group’s only UK No.1. Fabulous song and I also liked their Baby I’m Yours

1976, Rolling Stone Keith Richards crashed his car near Newport Pagnell, Bucks, after falling asleep at the wheel; marijuana and cocaine were found by the police resulting in another fine for the guitarist.  Keith was a real wild child
1978, Dire Straits released their first major label single ‘Sultans Of Swing’, recorded on a £120 budget.What a fabulous effort

1979, Abba started a four week run at No.1 on the UK album chart with ‘Voulez-Vous’ the group’s fourth No.1 LP. Quality
1979, Eric Clapton held a party at his Surrey house celebrating his recent marriage to Patti Boyd. Clapton had set-up a small stage in the garden and as the evening progressed Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr ended up jamming together along with Clapton, Ginger Baker and Mick Jagger. The all-star band ran through old Little Richard and Eddie Cochran songs. I could have joined in those songs. I would have loved to have been there

1979, Supertramp went to No.1 on the US album chart with ‘Breakfast In America’, the group’s only US No.1    I like most of their songs

1981, Sting was named songwriter of the year at the 26th Ivor Novello Awards. Well deserved

1984, Bob Marley and the Wailers started a 12-week run at No.1 on the UK album chart with the compilation album ‘Legend’, released to commemorate the third anniversary of Marley’s death.  Great music-great memories
1988, James Brown was arrested for the fifth time in 12 months, following a car Chase near his home, he was charged with assault, resisting arrest and being in charge of illegal weapons, he was given a 6 year jail sentence.  I loved his music but he was a real wild child
1990, Madonna started a three week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with ‘Vogue’. Originally planned as a B-side, it became the singers eighth US No.1 and seventh UK No.1 hit. Good track

2001, Mike Sammes founder of The Mike Sammes Singers died aged 73. He worked with Tom Jones, Cliff Richard and featured on The Beatles, ‘I Am The Walrus’ and ‘The Long And Winding Road.’  My parents listed to his singers

2007, Lawyers for Michael Jackson dropped an effort to block an auction of the star’s personal belongings and other Jackson family items. An agreement was reached with representatives of an auctioneer, who was the current owner of the materials, and a New Jersey man who claimed to own a warehouse full of Jackson memorabilia after a failed business venture wound up in bankruptcy court.This was sad

2010, ‘Stairway To Heaven’ was named the UK’s favourite rock song in a survey by listeners to radio station Absolute Classic Rock. The band had two other tracks in the top 10; ‘Whole Lotta Love’ was voted at No. 4 and ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’, from the group’s fourth album, was at No. 7.  Superb track

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1932,  Alma Cogan, UK singer, (1955 UK No.1 single ‘Dreamboat’, plus 20 other UK Top 40 hits). Youngest female to top the charts during the 50′s. She died of stomach cancer on 26th October 1966.

1945,Pete Townshend, guitar, vocals, The Who, (1965 UK No.2 single ‘My Generation’ 1967 US No.9 single ‘I Can See For Miles’ plus over 20 other UK Top 40 hit singles, 16 US Top 40 singles and rock opera albums ‘Tommy’ & ‘Quadrophenia’).
1947, Greg Herbert, Blood Sweat & Tears, (1969 US No.2 single ‘Spinning Wheel’). Herbert died of a accidental drug overdose 31st January 1977.
947,  Jerry Hyman, trombone, Blood Sweat & Tears, (1969 US No.2 single ‘Spinning Wheel’).
85 UK No.16 single ‘Legs’).
1950,  Romeo Challenger, Showaddywaddy, (1976 UK No.1 single ‘Under The Moon Of Love’, plus over 20 other UK Top 40 singles).

1952, Grace Jones, singer, model, (1985 UK No.12 single ‘Slave To The Rhythm’).

1952, Jeffrey Hyman, (Joey Ramone), vocals, The Ramones, 1977 UK No.22 single ‘Sheena Is A Punk Rocker’. He died on 15th April 2001 after losing a long battle with lymphatic cancer aged 49.
1960, Yasmin Evans, (Yazz), singer, (1988 UK No.1 single ‘The Only Way Is Up’).

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I am a firm believer in the people. If given the truth, they can be depended upon to meet any national crisis. The great point is to bring them the real facts.
Abraham Lincoln

Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.
Albert Einstein

All great truths begin as blasphemies.
George Bernard Shaw
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I don’t know how you improve your Spanish but I have just sat through a two hour presentation on health issues in the language and I am shattered. It wasn’t quite a blanket trip but getting on that way. It was quite funny as the guy took so long to get to the price and there was now very little chance of anyone taking the bait. Suddenly, and without any warning, he was selling revolutionary vacuum cleaners at quite high prices. They didn’t sell and so it was down to plastic balls that clean clothes and dishes with no washing powders needed. These were manageble at 10 euros and he probably paid his bills for the day!

It’s another wonderful day on the Costa Blanca as I write this blog. I look forward to playing my instruments later i9n the day. I am also preparing my show for Big FM ‘live’ on the web at midday @ www.vincetracy.com. Here’s my first item to share today.  I play the harmonica. I’m not bad but this guy on this link is brilliant.

According to new research done at the University of Pittsburgh, it appears that being overweight or obese can shrink your brain anywhere from 4-8%.¹   Even scarier, the brains of overweight people and obese subjects looked anywhere from 8-16 years older than the brains of people of normal weight.

The Day’s Music Events 18th May

1964, A riot broke out in Hamilton, Scotland during a Rolling Stones UK tour when over 4,000 fans with forged tickets gatecrashed the bands gig at the Chantingall Hotel. I don’t remember this

1967, John Lennon and Paul McCartney sang backing vocals on The Rolling Stones track ‘We Love You’ during a session at Olympic Studios, London. I knew they were all good friends but the media tried to make it a competition
1967, The Beatles were selected to represent the UK for the first-ever global-wide satellite broadcast. The group agreed to be shown in the studio recording a song written especially for the occasion, scheduled for June 25. John Lennon wrote ’All You Need is Love’ which was thought to sum up the 1967 ‘summer of love’ and The Beatles’ sympathies. With the satellite broadcast being broadcast to many non-English-speaking countries, the BBC asked The Beatles to ‘keep it simple’.  They certainly kept it simple but very powerful.

1968, Grateful Dead, The Doors, The Steve Miller Band and Jefferson Airplane all appeared at The Northern California Rock Festival in Santa Clara.  Good gig

1974, Ray Stevens started a three week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with the novelty song ‘The Streak’ which capitalized on the then popular craze of streaking. Also No.1 in the UK. This is a brilliant song and extreley funny

1975, Five times married US country singer, Tammy Wynette was at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘Stand By Your Man.’ Originally recorded by Tammy Wynette and released as a single in 1968 in the USA. It proved to be the most successful record of Wynette’s career and is one of the most covered songs in the history of country music. It`s a nice song and she sang it well

1980, Joy Division singer and guitarist Ian Curtis hanged himself in the kitchen of his house in Macclesfield, England at the age of 23. Curtis had the Iggy Pop album ‘The Idiot’, playing on his stereo and left a note that said, ‘At this very moment, I wish I were dead. I Just can’t cope anymore.’  I don’t remember this sad event. It’s just too sad for words

1984, Simple Minds were at No.1 on the US singles chart with ‘Don’t You Forget About Me’, (a No. 7 hit in the UK). Written by Keith Forsey (who won an Oscar for “Flashdance… What a Feeling”) and Steve Schiff (guitarist and songwriter from the Nina Hagen band, the track was featured in the 1985 American teen drama film The Breakfast Club. Great background

1988, Fleetwood Mac played the first of six sold out nights at Wembley Arena, London on their The Tango In The Night Tour.Big bucks

1993, Sister Lovers, 18 Wheeler, Boyfriend and Oasis appeared at King Tuts in Glasgow, Scotland. Creation Records boss Alan McGee who was in the audience declared after seeing Oasis, ‘I’ve found the greatest rock ‘n’ roll band since The Beatles.’ McGee had missed a train at nearby Queen Street station, and decided to head to Tuts to kill time before the next one. He signed Oasis to his Creation label.  Good judge of talent
1997, Blur won pop music’s equivalent of the FA Cup, the Music Industry Soccer Six. The band’s win at Fulham’s FC’s ground Craven Cottage saw them beating off competition from Robbie Williams, My Life Story and The Prodigy. Well done

2003, The Isley Brothers were at No.1 on the US album chart with ‘Body Kiss’ the group’s first US No.1 in over 30 years.Good moments are worth waiting for

2004, Clint Warwick the original bass player with The Moody Blues died from liver disease at the age of 63. Clint left the band in 1966 after playing on their only number one hit, ‘Go Now.’ One of the all-time great records

2008, Neil Diamond went to No.1 on the UK album chart with ‘Home Before Dark’, also a US No.1. Great voice and always popular in UK

2008, Ting Tings scored their first UK No.1 single with ‘That’s Not My Name’. Taken from the Manchester duo’s debut studio album We Started Nothing. I like this!

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1911, Joe Turner, US blues songwriter. Wrote ‘Shake Rattle and Roll’, ‘Sweet Sixteen’. He died on 23rd November 1985. I didn’t know the name
1912, Perry Como, American singer and TV presenter, (1957 US No.1 single ‘Round And Round’ and 15 US & over 25 UK chart hits, 1958 UK No.1 single ‘Magic Moments’). Como died on 12th May 2001.Great performer
1942, Albert Hammond, (1972 US No.5 single ‘It Never Rains In Southern California’, 1973 UK No.19 single ‘Free Electric Band’).

1949,  Rick Wakeman, keyboards, Strawbs, Yes, (’1974 UK No.1 album ‘Journey To The Centre Of The Earth’).

1949,  William Wallace, Guess Who, (1970 US No.1 & UK No.19 single ‘American Woman’).

1952,  George Strait, US country singer, songwriter, (1992 album ‘Pure Country’ spent 40 weeks on the US chart). He has the second most number one country hits among any artist in any musical genre in history, totaling 53 number one hit songs. Only Conway Twitty has more, with 55.

1953,  Butch Tavares, Tavares, (1976 UK No.4 and US No.15 single ‘Heaven Must Be Missing An Angel’).
1957,Michael Cretu, Enigma, (1991 UK No.1 & US No.5 single ‘Sadness Part 1). 1958, Victoria Wilcox, (Toyah) 1981 UK No.8 single ‘I Want To Be Free.’
1969, Martika, US singer, (1989 US No.1 & UK No.5 single ‘Toy Soldiers’).

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I am a firm believer in the people. If given the truth, they can be depended upon to meet any national crisis. The great point is to bring them the real facts.
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Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.
Albert Einstein

All great truths begin as blasphemies.
George Bernard Shaw
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Oh Dear what can the matter be?  Liverpool beaten 1-0 on Saturday

When I saw that result It almost shattered me

Liverpool beaten again!

Champions of Europe beaten each week

Respectability is all we could seek

This wasn’t Liverpool  this wasn’t our niche

It spelt the end for Kenny Dalglish

Kenny Dalglish sacked? I was quite surprised the Americans gave Kenny Dalglish so much rope!In football’s Premiership days these you’re in trouble if your team loses three in a row. I think Liverpool have treated King Kenny as well as he could have expected. I just hope they can make some role for him in the club management structure as he deserves a special place. I wonder who will be next? Could Rafa Benitez return on a temporary contract? I wouldn’t be too surprised. Nor would I be too surprised to see the special one or Pepe Guardiola appear at Anfield on a temporary contract. I’d also be looking to get Drogba on a free contract to specialise in teaching Andy Carroll how to play in the Premiership. How on earth did he get in the England squad?  Please prove me wrong……

I’m listening to Bob playing Beccy on Big FM. Beccy is asking a demolition contractor to demolish her school. She also asks him to make sure all her teachers are inside when the deed is done. It is a very funny sketch but I doubt if many teachers would see the joke. I heard everything until I had to leave the house and then, apparently, the Internet went down. Where have I heard that one before? The fact of the matter is I can control what happens from my own studio but every other radio station seems to develop problems between shifts………I’ve got a few T-Shirts to prove my case. I spoke with Iris and she has also noticed the trend. We’ll see where this one goes……..

The Banks are still giving their bonuses away and the bank I highlighted today was Lloyds where members of staff are a little peeved to say the least. There should be little or no bonuses for well-paid executives until the situation overall gets better. If they don’t hit their targets they should be penalised and efficiency would become the norm. These guys are still taking the proverbial ‘P’ and it is a dangerous time for them to be playing games at all.

You’ll read below that Catholic churches in Spain have not been paying their taxes on their buildings. Although I go to church I think they should be paying taxes unless they can show exactly how much they give to the poor of their parishes. I also think all churches should be totally transparent with their finances. I don’t enjoy walking past beggars to get into a church but I’d hate to think the collection money is going to people who are better off than those begging. However, I do think these beggars don’t help themselves by smoking and drinking within easy reach of the church where they beg.

The Day’s Music Events 17th May

1962, During a UK tour Jerry Lee Lewis played at The Tower Ballroom, tickets cost 5 shillings in advance.

1963, The first Monterey Folk Festival in California was held over three days and featured Joan Baez, Bob Dylan and Peter Paul and Mary.

1964, Bob Dylan made his first major concert UK appearance when he played at the Royal Festival Hall in London.

1966, During a UK tour, Bob Dylan appeared at The Free Trade Hall in Manchester. This was the concert where a member of the audience shouted out ‘Judas’ at Dylan unhappy with the singers move from acoustic to rock. Dylan replied with ‘You’re a liar’, the entire concert was eventually officially released in The Bootleg Series by Sony Music in 1999.
1967, The Tremeloes were at No.1 on the UK singles chart with their version of a Four Seasons song, (the B-side to Rag Doll), ‘Silence Is Golden’, the group’s only UK No.1.
1967, Working at Abbey Road studios The Beatles began recording a new John Lennon song ‘You Know My Name (Look Up the Number)’. The song was not finished until November 1969, and was not released until March 1970 (as the B-side of the ‘Let it Be’ single).
1968, The Monkees appeared at Valley Music Hall, Salt Lake City, Utah.
1969, It was reported that for the first time ever album sales had overtaken single sales in the UK. 49,184,000 albums were produced during 1968 compared with 49,161,000 singles.
1969, Joni Mitchell was featured on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine, on sale for 35 Cents, (2/6).

1971, Dawn were at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘Knock Three Times’, the group’s first of two UK No.1′s. Singer Tony Orlando had retired from singing when he was persuaded to front Dawn for studio recordings.
1975, Earth Wind and Fire started a three-week run at No.1 on the US album chart with the soundtrack to ‘That’s The Way Of The World.’
1975, Elton John was awarded a Platinum Record for sales of a million copies of the LP ‘Captain Fantastic and The Brown Dirt Cowboy’, the first album ever to be certified Platinum on the day of its release.
1975, Led Zeppelin played the first of five sold-out nights at Earls Court Arena, London, England. Tickets cost £1 ($1.70) – £2.50 ($4.25).
1979, The Police appeared at Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, Santa Monica, California.
1980, Boney M scored their third UK No.1 album with ‘The Magic Of Boney M.’
1980, This years Eurovision song contest winner Johnny Logan was at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘What’s Another Year.’ The second Eurovision winner for Ireland, Logan won it again in 1987 and wrote a further winner in 1992.
1986, Spitting Image started a three-week run at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘The Chicken Song.’ Spitting Image had become the ‘must see’ Sunday night UK TV show, which mocked politicians and public figures.
1986, Whitney Houston started a three week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with ‘Greatest Love Of All’, the singers third US No.1, a No.8 hit in the UK.

1987, A fire destroyed Tom Petty’s house in Los Angeles, the cost was estimated at $800,000.
1989, Former Rolling Stone Bill Wyman’s first Sticky Fingers restaurant opened in London.
1989, The first night of a 12-date UK tour for R.E.M. starting at Leicester De Montfort Hall. (Promoting the new single ‘Orange Crush’).

1996, US blues guitarist Johnny Guitar Watson died of a heart attack while on tour in Yokohama, Japan. According to eyewitness reports, he collapsed mid guitar solo. His last words were “ain’t that a bitch.”
1996, Kevin Gilbert, multi instrumentalist and songwriter, died of accidental asphyxiation. Member of Giraffe, worked with Sheryl Crow, co-wrote her 1994 UK No.4 hit ‘All I Want To Do.’

1998, Garth Brooks was at No.1 on the US album charts with ‘The Limited Series.’
2002, Sharon Sheeley, US songwriter, died aged 62. Hits include ‘Poor Little Fool’ US No.1 for Ricky Nelson in 1958 and 1959 hit for Eddie Cochran ‘Somethin’ Else’. Sheeley survived the car crash that killed Eddie Cochran during a 1960 UK tour.

2003, Singer with Stone Temple Pilots Scott Weiland, was arrested on suspicion of drug possession after being stopped during a routine traffic search in Los Angeles, He was released on $10,000 (£6,125) bail.
2005, Akon was at No.1 on the UK singles with ‘Lonely’, Gwen Stefani held the US No.1 spot with ‘Hollaback Girl’ and Snoop Dogg and Justin Timberlake were at No.1 on the Australian chart with ‘Signs.’

2006, Paul McCartney and his wife Heather Mills admitted that they had given up the fight to save their marriage, saying that after fours years together, they were going their separate ways.
2008, Amy Winehouse and Pete Doherty posted a two-minute clip of themselves playing with newborn mice on Youtube. The video showed Doherty and Winehouse in a bare room, making rambling comments, picking up the mice and talking to them.
2008, Madonna was at No.1 on the US album chart with her eleventh studio album ‘Hard Candy’. The album reached number one in thirty-seven other countries.
2009, Black Eyed Peas went to No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘Boom Boom Pow’, their second UK No.1 hit.
2009, Green Day went to No.1 on the UK album chart with their eighth studio album ’21st Century Breakdown’.

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1941,, Malcolm Hale, Spanky And Our Gang, (1967 US No.9 single ‘Sunday Will Never Be The Same Again’). Hale died on 31st October 1968 of carbon monoxide poisoning due to a faulty heater.
1942,, Taj Mahal, US multi-instrumentalist, composer of film soundtracks, first band The Rising Sons with Ry Cooder.
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1948, , Bill Bruford, drummer, King Crimson, Yes, U.K.
1953, , George Johnson, Brothers Johnson, (1980 US No.4 & UK No.6 single ‘Stomp’).

1959,, Paul Dianno, vocals, Iron Maiden, (1991 UK No.1 single ‘Bring Your Daughter To The Slaughter’).
1960,  Simon Fuller, record and television producer, manager of the Spice Girls, S Club 7, Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Chris Daughtry, Fantasia, Will Young, Emma Bunton and Gareth Gates and the creator of the Idol series. First seen as Pop Idol and now with over 50 other versions including American Idol, Canadian Idol, and World Idol.
1961,  Enya Ni Bhraonain, Clannad, (1982 UK No.5 single ‘Harry’s Game’), solo, (1988 UK No.1 single ‘Orinoco Flow’, plus eight other UK Top 40 singles, 2001 US No.2 album ‘A Day Without Rain’).
1962, , Tracy Bryn, Voice Of The Beehive, (1988 UK No.15 single ‘Don’t Call Me Baby’).

1970, , Jordan Knight, singer, New Kids On The Block, (1989 UK No.1 single ‘You Got It, The Right Stuff’ 1990 US No.1 single ‘Step By Step’, solo, 1999 UK No.5 single ‘Give It To You’).
1971, Vernie Bennett, Eternal, (1997 UK No.1 single ‘I Wanna Be The Only One’, 1993 UK No.2 album ‘Always & Forever’).
1974,  Andrea Corr, vocals, tin whistle, The Corrs, (1998 UK No.3 single ‘What Can I Do’. ‘Talk On Corners’ was the best selling UK album of 1998 spending 142 weeks on the UK chart).

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I am a firm believer in the people. If given the truth, they can be depended upon to meet any national crisis. The great point is to bring them the real facts.
Abraham Lincoln

Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.
Albert Einstein

All great truths begin as blasphemies.
George Bernard Shaw
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It’s been another really lovely day on the Costa Blanca and I have enjoyed the radio show on Big FM. I spoke with Leapy Lee who was cycling on the island of Mallorca when I called. I also spoke with Chic Smith who is one of Benido0rm’s finest comedians. We’ve not spoken for a while and it was nice to catch up. I also did a paper review with Iris, the Silver Surfer, and Iris had also been listening in online to my previous chats. All said it was a good day’s work.

I suppose I will sound like a real leftist but it does seem crazy to me the way the history of the royals has been written. Children coming to the throne at the age of three and young girls marrying at the age of 14. I really think it is time for a reappraisal of all that went on and all that is still happening in royal circles. Don’t get me wrong. I am not saying there should be no Royal Family. I am saying it’s time to get real about their true role in society. I have no real problem with the fugurehead bit but the sphere of influence might need to be adjusted and in these times of austerity maybe the Royal purse strings need a major overhaul. The all have enough money to dip into their royal reserves and feed themselves and look after their various businesses for the rest of their lives.  UI would agree to the austerity of all landed gentry handing back a portion of their gains which might well be proven to have been ill-gotten in the annals of history. I think my stance is this. By all means let the Royals (everywhere) be rich but let them not be stinking rich. We have been sufficiently well educated to know they should remain. But our education tells us their money should be in line with the austere times as the rest of us.

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GRAFFITI DENOUNCED ON MEDIEVAL WALL

The city of Torrevieja is attempting to identify vandals who have painted graffiti on a site of cultural interest, the remains of a medieval wall surrounding the city. Located towards San Miguel, the wall is thought to date back to between the twelfth and fourteenth century and is all that is believed to be left of the castle of Orihuela.

A report has been commissioned by the City Council, who has put the matter to the attention of the Ministry of Culture to try to redress the damage as soon as possible.

DOG FOUND HANGING FROM TREE

A resident of Granja de Rocamora made a gruesome discovery whilst out walking her dogs along a country lane towards the town of Cox. The lady had spotted the corpse of a dog left hanging from a fig tree, with a bag over its jaw so as to render its mouth useless in any kind of defence.

The woman returned home in shock and alerted her husband, who then went to photograph the scene for evidence and report the matter to the authorities. Although it will be difficult to identify the perpetrator of the crime of abuse, locals are assisting the police to try to bring the callous killer to justice.

MOTORCYCLIST SERIOUSLY INJURED IN DOG CRASH

A 33 year old motorcyclist suffered serious injuries on Monday morning, having been in collision with a pack of dogs on the N340 road near Elche.

It is thought that the biker was continuing along the road normally, when the group of dogs invaded the highway and the rider was unable to avoid a collision. Although semi-conscious at the scene, he was taken to the Alicante hospital in a serious condition.

ONE DEAD, ONE INJURED AFTER PLAYA FLAMENCA CRASH

A 63 year old man died and a 74 year old woman was injured on Monday afternoon, in a vehicle crash at Playa Flamenca.

The 63 year old male was transferred by helicopter in a critical condition to the hospital at Manises, near Valencia, but was later confirmed to have died by the Local Police. The 74 year old woman suffered minor injuries and was treated at the scene. The incident is currently being investigated.

PROPERTIES STILL SELLING

According to the latest figures released by the housing department of the regional government, 10,655 properties were sold to foreign buyers last year, despite the financial crisis, which also marks an increase of 42% on the previous year.

Although some of the sales were domestic, with many people choosing to move home, of that figure, around 1,700 were new sales to Russians, who have been snapping up bargain luxury properties being sold at 30% less than previous, as well as families buying property in the region of 55,000 euro. British buyers are still investing in property in the area, along with buyers from Sweden, Norway, France and Belgium, although in a much lower percentage.

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Do you remember this event? In 1987 – The Bobro 400 set sail from New York Harbor with 3,200 tons of garbage. The barge travelled 6,000 miles in search of a place to dump its load. It returned to New York Harbor after 8 weeks with the same load…. When we look at the people who will spend their day foraging through our rubbish in order to eke out a living it does make me realise how lucky we are.

I hope you’re able to listen to my daily podcast. It is put on the internet as a record (bad pun!) of what happened in the world of music to get us to where we are today. It loads automatically when you join my index page of the website…..here’s the link

The Day’s Music Events 16th May

1962, B Bumble and the Stingers were at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘Nut Rocker.’ The instrumental was based on Tchaikovsky’s ‘Nutcracker Suite.’This was a fabulous take on the classic

1963, The Beatles appeared live on the national BBC TV children’s program ‘Pops and Lenny’, at Television Theatre, Shepherd’s Bush Green, London, in front of an live audience. The Beatles performed ‘From Me to You’ and a shortened version of ‘Please Please Me.’  I don’t remember this show

1964, Mary Wells started a two week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with ‘My Guy’, it made No.5 in the UK.I played this just yesterday

1965, Driving away from a gig at the Civic Hall, Long Beach, California, the limo taking the Rolling Stones back to their hotel was besieged by fans who caved in the roof by standing on it. The band attempted to hold the roof up while their chauffeur drove off with bodies falling onto the road.Fans or fiends?

1966, The Beach Boys released the album ‘Pet Sounds’ in the US. The album is now regarded as the masterpiece of composer-producer Brian Wilson, and is often hailed as one of the best and most influential albums in popular music. I bought it and hammered it!
1967, Jeff Beck appeared at the Corn Exchange in Bristol, Manfred Mann played at the Industrial Ballroom in Norwich and appearing on the ITV show ‘As You Like It’; Lulu, Cat Stevens, Herd, Georgie Fame and the Tremeloes.Happy Days

1969, Pete Townshend spent the night in a US jail for assaulting a man during a Who gig at The Fillmore East. What Townshend didn’t know was the man who jumped onto the stage was a plainclothes policeman trying to warn the audience that a fire had broken out. The Who guitarist was later fined $30 for the offence. It wasn’t the first time the who had battled on stage
. 1970, The England World Cup Squad were at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘Back Home.’ The track spent three weeks at the top of the charts.It was written by my good friend Tony Hiller

1972, Al Green, Etta James and Joe Simon with J.J. Malone, Little Denise, Harvey Mandel and Paul Lagos appeared at Oakland Coliseum, California. Billed as The Baddest Soul Show Of 1972. Looked a good show
1974, Brian May collapsed in New York while Queen were on a US tour and was flown back to England suffering from hepatitis.Great guitarist

1980, Former Buggles members Trevor Horn and Geoff Downes joined Yes, replacing Rick Wakeman and Jon Anderson. I love these bits of pop trivia
1981, Former New Christy Minstrels member (with Kenny Rogers), Kim Carnes started a nine week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with ‘Bette Davis Eyes’, the singers only US No.1 and a No.10 hit in the UK.I loved this song and played it a lot on hospital radio

1984, Ozzy Osbourne was arrested in Memphis, Tennessee for ‘staggering drunk’ down Beale Street.A pop maverick
1986, Elvis Costello married The Pogues bass player Caitlin O’Riordan in Dublin. I seem to remember the event

1987, U2 started a three week run at No.1 on the US singles chart ‘With Or Without You’, the group’s first US No.1. Great song

1992, Kiss kicked of the European leg of their Revenge world tour at the SEC, Glasgow, Scotland.I didn’t know enough of their music til recently

1993, US soul singer Marv Johnson died of a stroke. He had the US Top 10 single ‘I Love The Way You Love’ and the 1969 UK No.10 single ‘I’ll Pick A Rose For My Rose’. Johnson’s recording of Berry Gordy’s song ‘Come To Me’ became Motown Records first ever-single release in May 1959. I met him in Liverpool around 1969 and took him to the Clubship Landfall moored on the Mersey

. 1998, Catatonia went to No.1 on the UK album chart with ‘International Velvet.’ 1998, Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards fell while reaching for a book of nude art in his Connecticut home. The fall broke his ribs, causing the Stones to postpone many dates on their Bridges To Babylon tour. Wasn’t it Keith who fell out of a tree?

1999, Boyzone scored their 6th UK No.1 single with ‘You Needed Me’ making them the act with the most UK Top 5 hits of the 90′s. The song was originally a hit for Canadian, Anne Murray 1978. Good song

2009, Bob Dylan went to No.1 on the US album chart with ‘Together Through Life’, his 33rd studio album.Prolific or what?

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1919, Born on this day, Liberace, (Wladziu Valentinon Liberace), US pianist, singer, TV presenter, (1955 UK No.20 single ‘Unchained Melody’). He died on 4th February 1997.This is the front door of his dilapidated house in Palm Springs California

1939, Pervis Jackson, vocals, The Detroit Spinners, (1980 UK No.1 & US No.2 single ‘Working My Way Back To You’). Died of cancer on 18th Aug 2008.

1944,  Billy Cobham, jazz drummer, worked with Miles Davis, Mahavishnu Orchestra, James Brown, Santana and Soundtrack to the film ‘Shaft’. 1946, Born on this day, Robert Fripp, King Crimson, (1969 UK No.5 album, ‘In The Court Of The Crimson King’).

1947,  Barbara Lee, singer, The Chiffons, (1963 US No.1 single ‘He’s So Fine’). Lee died on 15th May 1992.

1947  Darrell Sweet, Nazareth, (1973 UK No.9 single ‘Broken Down Angel’ 1976 US No. 8 single ‘Love Hurts’). Died on 30th April1999 after suffering a fatal heart attack before a show in New Albany, Indiana.

1951, Jonathan Richman, guitar, vocals, The Modern Lovers, (1977 UK No.5 single ‘Egyptian Reggae’ & 1977 UK No.11 ‘Roadrunner’). Appeared in the films Dumb & Dumber and There’s Something About Mary.

1953, Richard Page, Mr Mister, (1985 US No.1 & 1986 UK No.4 single ‘Broken Wings).

1955,  Hazel O’Conner, UK singer, (1980 UK No.5 single ‘Eighth Day’).

1958,  Glenn Gregory, Heaven 17, (1983 UK No.2 single ‘Temptation’).

1966,  Janet Jackson, singer, (1986 US No.1 & UK No.10 single ‘When I Think Of You’, plus 6 other US No.1′s & over 20 UK Top 40 singles).

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I am a firm believer in the people. If given the truth, they can be depended upon to meet any national crisis. The great point is to bring them the real facts.
Abraham Lincoln

Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.
Albert Einstein

All great truths begin as blasphemies.
George Bernard Shaw
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We had another fine day on the Costa Blanca although changes might be imminent. Tonight, as I write this blog for tomorrow the weather seems a little cooler…………I made a really interesting podcast with my friend the impressionist Paul Melba. he told me how he came to meet and work with such names as Shirley Maclean, Yul Brynner and Eric Morecambe.  Here’s the link….

I once had a lady friend telling me off because she didn’t want me to talk about football. I explained to her that I not only like football but it is such an important part of life it has to be discussed. I was watching the Spanish TV and the difference between those fans of those going up and those going down was amazing. The ecstasy was wonderful and a joy to behold. The misery was choking at times and silly at other times. In the Premiership I watched the Man City versus QPR game and its amazing climax. The commentators on Monday were discussing how many millions of pounds in debt the club was now in as a result of their success. it will be interesting to see how the new financial controls which will be introduced next season will influence the outcome of the destination of the trophy. Blackburn invested heavily at the inauguration of the Premiership and look where they are now. I think the days when football talent alone can win this trophy. It has to be a combination of truly flexible and good management and then there’s the players………….

What on earth was Joey Barton doing when hitting Tevez during such a crucial game? What followed was idiocy of the highest order and yobbish behaviour at its worst. With millions round the world watching this prestigious game then a very heavy punishment must be given. If Suarez got an 8 weeks ban for allegedly saying something then we all saw Barton’s behaviour. he needs at least a year’s ban to think about the way he acted.

Here’s a great article on Exercise and Ageing….

Working up a sweat seems to be important. People who exercised vigorously at least 3 hours each week had longer telomeres and were 9 years younger than couch potatoes who did no exercise. This holds true after removing other factors like smoking, age, weight and activity level at work.  Source

Spanish News

The Council of Ministers has approved two new decisions in line with the consolidation of the restructuring of the financial system approved last February. The main objective is, in the words of the Minister for Economic Affairs and Competition, Luis de Guindos, “to dissipate any kind of doubt or uncertainty regarding the balance sheets of the banks” and the assets included in these. The second measure, a Royal Decree Law, is “the second step in the restructuring process to endeavour to guarantee the solvency of banking institutions in Spain”, said Luis de Guindos. To that end, the generic provision of the non-problematic real estate and asset credit portfolio of the banks is increased (123 billion euro), representing around 30 billion euro of new provisions that need to be made before 31 December 2012.

Another fundamental issue in the restructuring of the bank’s real estate assets is the creation of asset management companies, the objective of which is to remove problematic physical real estate assets from the balance sheets of banks where they will be managed with the main aim of selling them off. The removal of these physical real estate assets from the rest of the banking business is obligatory for all financial entities.

The Minister for Public Works, Ana Pastor, declared that the Government is endeavouring to make this “a balanced law, providing greater legal security, more rental properties and greater flexibility, whilst always seeking a balance between landlord/tenant rights”. The minister highlighted that the rental market in Spain is not an effective alternative to the homeowner market due to a lack of supply, a lack of competition as a result of the level of rents, a lack of both professionalism in the market and of a fair balance between the rights and interests of landlords and tenants. Ana Pastor stressed that the reform “will bring empty properties to the market, enhance access to these properties by the most vulnerable groups and result in greater mobility of workers”.

The government also announced changes to the criminal code in relation to tax offenses. First was an increase in the criminal sentences in tax cases from four to 10 years. Sums owed to tax authorities may be settled while tax offence is being tried in court. Measures are adopted to increase flexibility in tax offences committed by criminal gangs or organisations, the most common offence being VAT fraud. As regards offences relating to employment and Social Security fraud, a reduction has been approved in the amounts that constitute the minimum limit to bring charges for employment fraud, thus enabling the black economy to be better detected and combated. The prescription of the most serious of these offences is also extended to up to 10 years.

AS protestors took to the streets once again, reigniting the 15m popular movement, the Interior Ministry has reported that nine of the 18 people arrested at dawn on Sunday in the Puerta del Sol resistance, for offenses of disobedience and violation of a law enforcement officer, will be released after giving statement the obligation to appear before the judge. In addition, Interior has detailed six of them had a history of similar activities.

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I get sent all kinds of material and then I have to edit and find the best to share with you. I hope this is a nice one…………

My inconclusive travel plans 2012

I have been in many places, but I’ve never been in Cahoots. Apparently, you
can’t go alone. You have to be in Cahoots with someone.

I’ve also never been in Cognito. I hear no one recognizes you there.

I have, however, been in Sane. They don’t have an airport; you have to be
driven there. I have made several trips there, thanks to my friends, family
and work.

I would like to go to Conclusions, but you have to jump, and I’m not too
much on physical activity anymore.

I have also been in Doubt. That is a sad place to go, and I try not to visit
there too often.

I’ve been in Flexible, but only when it was very important to stand firm.

Sometimes I’m in Capable, and I go there more often as I’m getting older.

One of my favorite places to be is in Suspense! It really gets the adrenalin
flowing and pumps up the old heart! At my age I need all the stimuli I can
get!

I may have been in Continent, and I don’t remember what country I was in.
It’s an age thing.

PLEASE DO YOUR PART!

Today is one of the many National Mental Health Days throughout the year.
You can do your bit by remembering to send an e-mail to at least one
unstable person. My job is done!

From one unstable person to another… I hope everyone is happy in your head
- we’re all doing pretty good in mine!

A LOVE STORY FOR GOLFERS

An elderly couple was having dinner one evening when the husband reached across the table, took his wife’s hand in his and said, “Martha, soon we will be married 50 years, and there’s something I have to know. In all of these 50 years, have you ever been unfaithful to me?”

Martha replied, “Well Henry, I have to be honest with you. Yes, I’ve been unfaithful to you three times during these 50 years, but always for a good reason.”

Henry was obviously hurt by his wife’s confession, but said, “I never suspected. Can you tell me what you mean by ‘good reasons’?”

Martha said, “The very first time was shortly after we were married, and we were about to lose our little house because we couldn’t pay the mortgage. Do you remember that one evening I went to see the banker and the next day he notified you that the loan would be extended?”

Henry recalled the visit to the banker and said, “I can forgive you for that. You saved our home, but what about the second time?”

Martha asked, “And do you remember when you were so sick, but we didn’t have the money to pay for the heart surgery you needed? Well, I went to see your doctor one night and, if you recall, he did the surgery at no charge.”

“I recall that,” said Henry. “And you did it to save my life, so of course I can forgive you for that. Now tell me about the third time.”

“All right,” Martha said. “So do you remember when you ran for president of your golf club, and you needed 73 more votes?”

The Day’s Music Events 15th May

1959, Elvis Presley scored his fourth No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘A Fool Such As I / I Need Your Love Tonight.’ His first ballad to hit No.1. Not my favourites

1961, Floyd Cramer was at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘On The Rebound.’ The US singers only UK No.1. The Nashville pianist played on many Elvis Presley hits.One of my favourite numbers

1967, The Jimi Hendrix Experience played two shows in Berlin, West Germany.It was a good place to get experience
1967, Paul McCartney met American photographer Linda Eastman for the first time, during a Georgie Fame concert at the Bag O’Nails nightclub in London, England. They married on March 12, 1969.Linda was a nice lady

1968, George Harrison and Ringo Starr attended the premiere of ‘Wonderwall’ at the Cannes Film Festival. An oasis link?

1969, John Lennon’s ‘Life With The Lions’ was released on Apple’s avant-garde imprint Zapple. One side of the album was recorded on a cassette player at London’s Queen Charlotte Hospital during Yoko Ono’s pregnancy which ended in a miscarriage. What a guy!
1971, Crosby Stills Nash & Young scored their second US No.1 album with ’4 Way Street.‘Good music

1973, Bob Marley and The Wailers played the first of four sold-out nights at the Speakeasy in London, England as part of their Catch A Fire Tour.I love their music

1976, The Rolling Stones went to No.1 on the US album chart with ‘Black And Blue’, the group’s sixth US No.1 album.
1977, Procol Harum played their last ever concert when they appeared at New York’s academy of music.Did they turn cartwheels in the air?

1981, Former Sex Pistol John Lydon’s band Public Image Ltd performed a show at New York’s Ritz Club posing behind a video screen while the music was played from tapes. They were showered with missiles and eventually booed off stage.I’m sorry but I hated their music and everything they stood for

1982, This years Eurovision Song Contest winner for Germany ‘A Little Peace’ by Nicole was at No.1 on the UK singles chart. Her only UK Top 40 hit.Nice song

1982, Stevie Wonder and Paul McCartney started a seven week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with ‘Ebony And Ivory’. The song gave McCartney his 24th US No.1 as a songwriter. The title was inspired by McCartney hearing Spike Milligan say “black notes, white notes, and you need to play the two to make harmony folks!”. It was later named as the tenth worst song of all time by Blender magazine and in 2007 was named the worst duet in history by BBC 6 Music listeners.It just shows the difference between those buying music and those criticising

1991, Manic Street Preacher guitarist Richey Edwards carved ’4 real’ into his arm with a razor blade while being interviewed by music paper The NME.Idiot

1992, Barbara Lee of the Chiffons died from a heart attack the day before her 45th birthday. Had the 1963 US No.1 single ‘He’s So Fine.’ I loved that song

1993, Janet Jackson started a eight week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with ‘That’s The Way Love Goes’, her sixth US No.1, a No.2 hit in the UK. I don’t remember the song

1993, New Order went to No.1 on the UK album chart with ‘Republic’, featuring the singles ‘Regret’ and ‘World (The Price Of Love).I prefer Blue Monday

1994, Blur scored their first UK No.1 album with ‘Parklife’, which went on to spend over two years on the chart. The album featured four UK hit singles: ‘Girls & Boys’, ‘End of a Century’, ‘Parklife’ and ‘To the End’. Parklife is my favourite

1995, Supergrass released their debut studio album ‘I Should Coco’. The album which peaked at No.1 on the UK chart featured their No.2 hit single ‘Alright’. The album title is Cockney rhyming slang for “I should think so”. Does it rhyme?

1997, Oasis became one of the first artists to attempt to exert censorship over the Internet. The group were working with Sony to put an end to unofficial websites carrying lyrics, sound files and photographs of the band. It’s quite funny to see rebels becoming establishment in their actions
1998, American singer and actor Frank Sinatra died at the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles aged 82, after suffering a heart attack. Sinatra had his first hit in 1940, working in the Swing era with Harry James and Tommy Dorsey, won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in the 1953 film From Here to Eternity. He went on to score over 25 Top 40 singles including the 1966 No.1 ‘Strangers In The Night’. His 1969 single ‘My Way’, re-entered the UK charts eight times and spent a total of 165 weeks on the UK chart. The man was a legend and I was a big fan of his music

1999, Rob Gretton manager of Joy Division and New Order died aged 46. He was also a partner in Factory Records, proprietor of the Rob’s Records label and a co-founder along with Tony Wilson of The Hacienda nightclub in Manchester, England. A very influential man

2000, Songwriter Geoff Goddard died aged 62. Wrote ‘Johnny Remember Me’, and played keyboards on The Tornadoes.1962 No.1 hit ‘Telstar’. Wrote songs for Heinz, Mike Berry, The Outlaws, Freddie Starr and Screaming Lord Sutch.  This song was a great favourite of mine and John Leyton has been on my show
2000, It was reported that Britney Spears had been crowned the queen of America’s fastest growing youth movement, the teenage celibates. Spears told a German magazine that she intended to abstain from sex until her wedding night. OK. That’s her decision
2001, Brian Pendleton of The Pretty Things died of cancer aged 57, (1964 UK No.10 single ‘Don’t Bring Me Down’). The bands 1974 album Silk Torpedo was the first album release on Led Zeppelin’s own label Swan Song.Not my music but….

2003, Country singer June Carter Cash, the second wife of Johnny Cash died in Nashville, Tennessee, of complications following heart valve replacement surgery, aged 73. Member of the Carter Family, had hits with Johnny Cash, including Grammy Award winning song, ‘Jackson’, ‘Ring Of Fire’, (which she co-wrote about their courtship), and ‘If I Were A Carpenter.’  Good singer

2008, Neil Diamond reached the top of the US Billboard album chart for the first time in his career with ‘Home Before Dark’ the 67-year-old’s 29th studio album. His previous highest chart position was in 1973 when the soundtrack to the film Jonathan Livingston Seagull peaked at No.2. At the age of 67, Diamond became the oldest artist to have a US number one, the record was previously held by Bob Dylan in 2006 with ‘Modern Times’ released when he was 65.I do like his music

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1918,  Eddy Arnold, US country singer, (1965 US No.6 single, ‘Make The World Go Away’).

1937,  Trini Lopez, singer, songwriter, (1963 US No.3 & UK No.4 single ‘If I Had A Hammer’).

1944, Ian Amey, (Tich), Dave Dee, Dozey, Beaky, Mick and Tich, (1968 UK No.1 single, ‘Legend Of Xanadu’).

1948, Brian Eno, synthesisers, Roxy Music, (1972 UK No.4 single ‘Virginia Plain’). Member of The Winkies, produced U2, Talking Heads, David Bowie, John Cale and released solo albums., 1975.

1951,  Dennis Fredericksen, vocals, Toto, (1983 US No.1 & UK No.3 single ‘Africa’).

1953,  Mike Oldfield, UK composer, multi-instrumentalist, ‘Tubular Bells’ was the first album released on the Virgin record label in 1973 and went on to sell over 10 million copies world-wide. 1976 UK No. 3 single ‘Portsmouth’ plus 20 other UK Top 40 albums.

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The true secret of giving advice is, after you have honestly given it, to be perfectly indifferent whether it is taken or not, and never persist in trying to set people right. – Hannah Whitall Smith, 1832-1911

Anger makes you smaller, while forgiveness forces you to grow beyond what you were. – Cherie Carter-Scott, 1949-present

Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful people with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated failures. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent.

Calvin Coolidge
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It’s been another very warm day which started for me down in Benidorm at the Latin mass. The church has just been extended and they have six masses every Sunday with around 500 to 1000 every mass. I would think there are still a few going to church despite what you might read elsewhere……….The promenade is always busy on a Sunday morning. I suppose a lot of it is down to people arriving on Saturday and wanting to walk the prom on Sunday. It is very exhilarating and I have always been a people watcher. It always amazes me just how many variations there can be on the theme of a nose two eyes, two ears and a mouth….and that’s before we get to all the different shapes and body sizes. After making my podcast with Neil Colbourne we had an event to attend and I was fortunate enough to keep in touch with the scores via the TV in the house. How on earth Manchester City won the Premiership can be answered in the final two minutes of their game against Queens Park Rangers. There was a very unsavoury incident with Joey Barton and I think it would be good for football if he were to be banned from playing for at least a year…..Well Done to Manchester City and congratulations on winning the title after such a long wait!

This is something we should all read at least once a week!!!!! Make sure you read to the end!!!!!!

Written by Regina Brett, 90 years old, of the Plain Dealer, Cleveland , Ohio .

“To celebrate growing older, I once wrote the 45 lessons life taught me. It is the most requested column I’ve ever written.

My odometer rolled over to 90 in August, so here is the column once more:

1. Life isn’t fair, but it’s still good.

2. When in doubt, just take the next small step.

3. Life is too short – enjoy it..

4. Your job won’t take care of you when you are sick. Your friends and family will.

5. Pay off your credit cards every month.

6. You don’t have to win every argument. Stay true to yourself.

7. Cry with someone. It’s more healing than crying alone.

8. It’s OK to get angry with God. He can take it.

9. Save for retirement starting with your first paycheck.

10. When it comes to chocolate, resistance is futile.

11. Make peace with your past so it won’t screw up the present.

12. It’s OK to let your children see you cry.

13. Don’t compare your life to others. You have no idea what their journey is all about.

14. If a relationship has to be a secret, you shouldn’t be in it..

15. Everything can change in the blink of an eye But don’t worry; God never blinks.

16. Take a deep breath. It calms the mind.

17. Get rid of anything that isn’t useful. Clutter weighs you down in many ways.

18. Whatever doesn’t kill you really does make you stronger.

19. It’s never too late to be happy. But it’s all up to you and no one else.

20. When it comes to going after what you love in life, don’t take no for an answer.

21. Burn the candles, use the nice sheets, wear the fancy lingerie. Don’t save it for a special occasion. Today is special.

22. Over prepare, then go with the flow.

23. Be eccentric now. Don’t wait for old age to wear purple.

24. The most important sex organ is the brain.

25. No one is in charge of your happiness but you.

26. Frame every so-called disaster with these words ‘In five years, will this matter?’

27. Always choose life.

28. Forgive but don’t forget.

29. What other people think of you is none of your business.

30. Time heals almost everything. Give time time.

31. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.

32. Don’t take yourself so seriously. No one else does..

33. Believe in miracles.

34. God loves you because of who God is, not because of anything you did or didn’t do.

35. Don’t audit life. Show up and make the most of it now.

36. Growing old beats the alternative — dying young.

37. Your children get only one childhood.

38. All that truly matters in the end is that you loved.

39. Get outside every day. Miracles are waiting everywhere.

40. If we all threw our problems in a pile and saw everyone else’s, we’d grab ours back.

41. Envy is a waste of time. Accept what you already have not what you need.

42. The best is yet to come…

43. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.

44. Yield.

45. Life isn’t tied with a bow, but it’s still a gift.”
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As a bagpiper, I play many gigs. Recently, I was asked by a
funeral director to play at a graveside service for a
homeless man. He had no family or friends, so the service
was to be at a pauper’s cemetery in the Kentucky back
country.

As I was not familiar with the backwoods, I got lost; and
being a typical man, I didn’t stop for directions. I finally
arrived an hour late and saw the funeral guy had evidently
gone and the hearse was nowhere in sight.

There were only the diggers and crew left, and they were
eating lunch. I felt bad and apologized to the men for being
late. I went to the side of the grave and looked down, and
the vault lid was already in place. I didn’t know what else
to do, so I started to play.

The workers put down their lunches and began to gather
around. I played out my heart and soul for this man with no
family and friends. I played like I’ve never played before
for this homeless man. And as I played “Amazing Grace,” the
workers began to weep. They wept, I wept, we all wept
together. When I finished, I packed up my bagpipes and
started for my car. Though my head hung low, my heart was
full.

As I was opening the door to my car, I heard one of the
workers say, “I never seen nothin’ like that before, and
I’ve been putting in septic tanks for twenty years.”

Why can’t men just ask for directions?

The Day’s Music Events 14th May

1957, Elvis Presley was rushed to a Los Angles hospital after swallowing a porcelain cap from one of his front teeth, which then lodged its-self in one of his lungs.He must have been scared stiff

1960, The Silver Beats (John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Stu Sutcliffe, and Tommy Moore) performed at Lathom Hall, Seaforth, Liverpool. They played a few songs during the “interval” to audition for promoter Brian Kelly. Also appearing are Cliff Roberts & the Rockers, The Deltones, and Kingsize Taylor & the Dominoes. This is the only occasion on which the group uses the name “Silver Beats”, quickly changing it back to “Silver Beetles”. Kingsize Taylor has been on my show and we have a great podcast with him

1963, The Beatles appeared at The Rink Ballroom, Sunderland, England. 1967, gigs around the UK; Jimi Hendrix played at the Elizabethan Ballroom in Manchester, The Bee Gees appeared at The Beachcomber in Nottingham and Alan Price played at the Coatham Hotel in Redcar.   Nice background
1969, During a UK tour, Fairport Conventions van crashed on the M1 motorway on the way home from a gig in Birmingham killing the group’s 19 year-old drummer Martin Lamble and Richard Thompson’s girlfriend Jeannie Franklyn.Another very sad story from the world of pop

1976, 33 year old Keith Relf, former lead singer for The Yardbirds, was electrocuted while tuning a guitar which was not properly earthed. The accident happened in his West London home where he was found by his eight year old son, still holding the plugged-in electric guitar. The Yardbirds had the hits ‘For Your Love’, ‘Heart Full of Soul’, and ‘Shapes of Things’.  This was awful for everyone but especially for his poor son
1977, Leo Sayer went to No.1 on the US singles chart with the Albert Hammond and Carole Bayer Sager song ‘When I Need You’, the singers second US No.1, also No.1 in the UK.Lovely song and nice singer

1983, Spandau Ballet scored their first and only UK No.1 album with ‘True.’ The title track from the album spent four weeks at No.1 on the UK singles charts and reached No.2 in the US. Other singles from the album included ‘Gold’ (a No.2 UK hit and a Top 30 hit in the U.S.), ‘Lifeline’, and ‘Communication’.  Great song
1988, Led Zeppelin reunited for the Atlantic Records 40th anniversary party at Madison Square Garden, New York, appearing with Jason Bonham the son of John Bonham on drums. Other acts performing included Foreigner, Crosby, Stills and Nash, Genesis, Emerson Lake and Palmer, Wilson Pickett and Ben E. King. I’d love to have been at that gig
1993, During an auction at Christies in London the acoustic guitar that Elvis Presley used to make his first recordings in 1954, ‘That’s All Right Mama’ and ‘Blue Moon of Kentucky’ sold for £130,285, ($152,000). And four ‘Super Hero’, Costumes worn by the group Kiss sold for £20,000, ($35,385).There’s certainly good money in pop memorabilia

1994, Scottish band Stiltskin were at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘Inside’. The song had been used on a Levi’s TV Jeans commercial. The bands only No.1 and only Top 30 hit. Instantly forgetable

1998, George Michael was fined £500 after being convicted of a “lewd act” in a Los Angeles lavatory. The Los Angeles court also ordered him to undergo psychological counselling and carry out 80 hours community service. How weird that such a talent be in this situation
2000, Madison Avenue went to No.1 on the UK singles chart with, ‘Don’t Call Me Baby’. They were the first Australian group to have a UK No.1 since Men At Work in 1983. a very good, bouncy song

2000, Tom Jones was at No.1 on the UK album chart with ‘Reload’ making the singer the oldest artist to score a UK No.1 album with new material. I saw him live in the Bullring at Benidorm and he was fantastic

2004, Phil Spector was arrested after getting into a scuffle with his chauffeur at his California mansion. The 64 year old record producer was taken into custody and later released after a court date was set. His has been an unusual ending to his career

2006, Red Hot Chili Peppers started a two-week run at No.1 on the UK album chart with ‘Stadium Arcadium’ the bands ninth studio album, also a US No.1.  Fair enough

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1936, Bobby Darin, (1959 US & UK No.1 single ‘Mack The Knife’, plus 20 other US Top 40 hits). He died on 20th December 1973.

1943,Jack Bruce, bass, vocals, Graham Bond Organization, John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers, Manfred Mann, Cream, (1967 UK No.11 single ‘I Feel Free’, 1968 US No.5 single ‘Sunshine Of Your Love’). West, Bruce and Laing.
1946, Gene Cornish, The Young Rascals, (1967 US No.1 and UK No.8 single ‘Groovin’).

1946,  Lek LecKenby, guitar, Herman’s Hermits, (1964 UK No.1 single ‘I’m Into Something Good’, 1965 US No.1 single ‘Mrs Brown You’ve Got A Lovely Daughter’). He died on 4th June 1994.

1947, Al Ciner, American Breed, (1967 US No.5 & UK No. 24 single ‘Bend Me, Shape Me’). Three Dog Night, (1970 UK No.3 & US No.1 single ‘Mama Told Me Not To Come’).
No.19 single ‘Would’).

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The true secret of giving advice is, after you have honestly given it, to be perfectly indifferent whether it is taken or not, and never persist in trying to set people right. – Hannah Whitall Smith, 1832-1911

Anger makes you smaller, while forgiveness forces you to grow beyond what you were. – Cherie Carter-Scott, 1949-present

Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful people with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated failures. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent.

Calvin Coolidge
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Well,it’s the last day of the Premiership and we still don’t know who the winners will be. We are not even sure who will be the best team on Merseyside and so, after a great gig at the Castle, it’s time to get to bed and dream of the next day’s important business. You’ve probably guessed by now I am writing this on Saturday night and we really have enjoyed a glorious week of weather. What could have been nicer than to play an outside gig in this lovely weather to a restaurant full of Brits, Norwegian, Germans and Spanish. A very enjoyable evening and if you live near Alfaz come and see us next Saturday. We start at 7pm and finish by 9.30 pm!

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Baby Sister

“It’s no use,” Robbie said. “She’s crawling good now and
she’d probably just follow us.”

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At first glance, it might look like the world has been invaded my tiny aliens, in their equally miniscule flying machines, but this is not the case in this instance, when a new remote controlled aircraft took to the skies on a test flight above the fields of Córdoba.  

The aerial drone is equipped with a camera, enabling it to take photographs as it flies above its patrol ground, and enables scientists and farmers to monitor the quality of closely grouped plantations, such as those used for sunflowers in the fields of Western Andalucía.

Having successfully received funding from the European Union, and other scientific and agricultural bodies, the prototype is already proving a hit with those who have tested it, as the drone is capable of identifying potential viral threats before they are spread to the entire crop, allowing immediate action to control the quality of plantations.
In addition to normal photographs, the drone can also take infrared images, providing nutritional reports on the quality of plants, including how they are receiving water and nutrients, thus even monitoring potential problems with the feeding of plants before they become a potentially damaging situation.

Based on the success in Andalusia, the drones are now moving to Córdoba to carry on their testing in a different climate and environment, thus allowing the testers to prove if the findings of the data are as useful in a different area than the results already proven useful.

However, agriculture is not where the future of this technology ends. The vehicles are also conducting tests in rural engineering and building, and it is hoped that they may well be able to develop a base in archeology and history. Tests are currently being carried out on an old mill structure at Cuevas de los Medinas, currently derelict and shortly to disappear from the knowledge of those who may have the slightest glimmer of information about the historic background of the facility.

It is hoped that the drones will be able to build a complete picture of the area where the mill once thrived, resulting in the team being able to create a new virtual replica of the mill, so the history may live on in a virtual world, but none the less remembered.

The Day’s Music Events 13th May

1957, Guy Mitchell was at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘Rock-A-Billy’, the singers fourth and final UK No.1. The Song gave its name to a music style – a mix of rock and country. There’s a huge fan base for Rockabilly music in Cornwall

1967, The Monkees second album ‘More Of The Monkees’, went to No.1 on the UK charts. In 1967 only four albums reached No.1; ‘The Sound Of Music’ which spent 17 weeks at No.1, The Beatles ‘Sgt Pepper’s’, 25 weeks at No.1 and The Monkees first and second albums spent 9 weeks at No.1. Were the Monkees really in such hallowed company?
1967, The Supremes scored their 10th US No.1 single with ‘The Happening’; it made No.6 in the UK. It was the last single to be released as the Supremes, from now on they were known as Diana Ross and the Supremes.I didn’t really get into this single

1970, The world premiere of The Beatles film ‘Let It Be’ took place in New York City.Hardly a classic
1971, On his twenty- first birthday Stevie Wonder received all his childhood earnings. Despite having earned $30 million so far, he received only $1 million. I may not be a mathmatician but……

1978, Boney M were at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘Rivers of Babylon’. The single stayed at the top of the charts for five weeks.Bit cheesey but a very popular song

1978, Yvonne Elliman went to No.1 on the US singles chart with the Gibb brothers song ‘If I Can’t Have You’. The song was featured in the film ‘Saturday Night Fever’; a No.4 hit in the UK. Great song
. 1988, Scottish band Fairground Attraction were at No.1 on the UK singles with ‘Perfect’. The group featured Eddi Reader who had previously worked as a backing singer with the Eurythmics and Sandie Shaw. ‘Perfect’ won the award for Best Single at the 1989 BRIT Awards.This was a cute little number

1989, Bon Jovi went to No.1 on the US singles chart with ‘I’ll Be There For You’, the group’s fourth US No.1, a No.18 hit in the UK. Good song

1989, Kylie Minogue was at No.1 on the UK singles chart with her second solo No.1 ‘Hand On Your Heart.’ The song was written and produced by Stock, Aitken & Waterman.Very contrived song

1989, Simple Minds went to No.1 on the UK album chart with ‘Street Fighting Years’, their fourth No.1 album. The album featured ‘Mandela Day’, ‘Belfast Child’ and ‘Biko’. Superb music

1996, Oasis became the fastest selling group in UK history after all 330,000 tickets for their summer shows sold out in just nine hours, the tickets for shows at Knebworth and Loch Lomand were priced at £22.50. Good music but always a bit depressing to my ears

2000, Shaun Ryder’s Volkswagen Corrado was found abandoned after being used as the getaway car. The former Happy Mondays singer’s car was used in an armed robbery on Harry Ramsden’s fish and chip restaurant in Manchester. £7,000 cash was taken in the robbery.Harry Ramsden’s-sounds a bit fishy!

‘. 2002, Dionne Warwick was arrested at Miami International Airport for possession of marijuana after authorities found 11 joints in a lipstick case in the singer’s hand luggage. The charges were dropped after she completed a drug program and made a contribution to charity.This is so sad as she has a wonderful voice

2003, Michael Jackson launched a court case suing Motown Records. Jacko filed the lawsuit in LA, saying he hadn’t been paid royalties due for the music he did with the Jackson Five in the 60s and 70s. The singer also claimed his music has been used in TV ads without his permission.I’m afraid I ama Michael Jackson sympathiser.

2007, Brian May was under 24-hour security watch after a deranged man announced he was setting off to murder him – then disappeared. Police were hunting for a schizophrenic who left a letter behind at his home blaming the Queen guitarist for his illness. In it the man – said May was an “impostor” and that HE was the real rock star. He signed the letter “Brian May.” What a worry for him. He is a superb musician

2008, The US Postal Service issued a 42-cent postage stamp in honor of Frank Sinatra. The design showed a 1950s-vintage image of Sinatra, wearing a hat.I’m a Sinatra fan

May 12th: On this day

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1941,  Joe Brown, UK singer, actor, (1962 UK No.2 single ‘A Picture Of You’).

1941, Ritchie Valens, US singer, (1958 US No.2 and 1959 UK No.29 single ‘Donna’). Valens died on 3rd February 1959.

1943, Mary Wells, US singer, (1964 US No.1 & UK No.5 single ‘My Guy’, written by Smokey Robinson). Wells died of cancer on 26th July 1992. 1945,  Magic Dick, harmonica, The J Geils Band, (1982 US No.1 & UK No.3 single ‘Centerfold’).

1947, Overend Watts, bass, Mott The Hoople, (1972 UK No.3 and US No. 37 single ‘All The Young Dudes’).

1950, Danny Kirwan, Fleetwood Mac, (1969 UK No.1 single ‘Albatross’, left the band in 1972).

1950,Johnny Logan, Irish singer, (1980 UK No.1 single ‘What’s Another Year’).

1950,  Stevie Wonder, singer, songwriter, multi- instrumentalist, joined Motown in 61, 1963 US No.1 single, ‘Fingertips’, plus over 40 other US & UK Top 40 singles. 1976 US No.1 double album ‘Songs In The Key Of Life’.

1951,  Paul Thompson, drums, Roxy Music, (1972 UK No.4 single ‘Virginia Plain’ plus 15 other UK Top 40 singles).

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The true secret of giving advice is, after you have honestly given it, to be perfectly indifferent whether it is taken or not, and never persist in trying to set people right. – Hannah Whitall Smith, 1832-1911

Anger makes you smaller, while forgiveness forces you to grow beyond what you were. – Cherie Carter-Scott, 1949-present

Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful people with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated failures. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent.

Calvin Coolidge
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Yesterday was a strange day. The computers were playing me up. my calls to the studio were all over the `place, and the streaming was off in the radio studio.I was sent the following by my friend Tom and I think there are a few grains of truth which you might see!

WHY MEN ARE SELDOM DEPRESSED:
Men Are Just Happier People — What do you expect from such simple creatures?

Your last name stays put.

The garage is all yours. Wedding plans take care of themselves. Chocolate is just another snack. You can be President. You can never be pregnant. You can wear a white T-shirt to a water park. You can wear NO shirt to a water park. Car mechanics tell you the truth. The world is your urinal. You never have to drive to another Petrol station lavvie because this one is just too icky. You don’t have to stop and think of which way to turn a nut on a bolt. Same work, more pay.

Wrinkles add character. Wedding dress £2500. Morning suit rental-£125. People never stare at your chest when you’re talking to them. New shoes don’t cut, blister, or mangle your feet.   One mood all the  time.   Phone conversations are over in 30 seconds flat.  You know stuff about tanks.  A five-day vacation requires only one suitcase. You can open all your own jars.  You get extra credit for the slightest act of thoughtfulness.  If someone forgets to invite you, He or she can still be your friend.   Your underwear is £4.95 for a three-pack.

Three pairs of shoes are more than enough. You almost never have strap problems in public. You are unable to see wrinkles in your clothes. Everything on your face stays its original colour. The same hairstyle lasts for years, maybe decades. You only have to shave your face and neck.  You can play with toys all your life.  One wallet and one pair of shoes — one colour for all seasons.  You can wear shorts no matter how your legs look.  You can ‘do’ your nails with a pocket knife.  You have freedom of choice concerning growing a moustache.   You can do Christmas shopping for 25 relatives On December 24 in 25 minutes.  No wonder men are happier.

NICKNAMES
·          If Laura, Kate and Sarah go out for lunch, they will call each other Laura, Kate and Sarah.
·          If Mike, Dave and John go out, they will affectionately refer to each other as Fat Boy, Bubba and Wildman .

EATING OUT
·          When the bill arrives, Mike, Dave and John will each throw in £20, even though it’s only for £38.50.  None of them will have anything smaller and none will actually admit they want change back.
·          When the girls get their bill, out come the pocket calculators.

MONEY
·          A man will pay £2 for a £1 item he needs.
·          A woman will pay £1 for a £2 item that she doesn’t need but it’s on sale.

BATHROOMS
·          A man has six items in his bathroom: toothbrush and toothpaste, shaving cream, razor, a bar of soap, and a towel.
·          The average number of items in the typical woman’s bathroom is 337.  A man would not be able to identify more than 20 of these items.

ARGUMENTS
·          A woman has the last word in any argument.
·          Anything a man says after that is the beginning of a new argument.

FUTURE
·          A woman worries about the future until she gets a husband.
·          A man never worries about the future until he gets a wife.

MARRIAGE
·          A woman marries a man expecting he will change, but he doesn’t.
·          A man marries a woman expecting that she won’t change, but she does.

DRESSING UP
·          A woman will dress up to go shopping, water the plants, empty the trash, answer the phone, read a book, and get the mail.
·          A man will dress up for weddings and funerals.

NATURAL
·          Men wake up as good-looking as they went to bed.
·          Women somehow deteriorate during the night.

OFFSPRING
·          Ah, children.  A woman knows all about her children.  She knows about dentist appointments and romances, best friends, favourite foods, secret fears and hopes and dreams.
·          A man is vaguely aware of some short people living in the house.

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
A married man should forget his mistakes.  There’s no use in two people remembering the same thing!

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Now to even up the Balance Sheet….Here’s the other side of the coin but were these words composed by a male or a female?

Very important female words

(1) Fine : This is the word women use to end an argument when they are right and you need to shut up.

(2) Five Minutes: If she is getting dressed, this means a half an hour. Five minutes is only five minutes if you have just been given five more minutes to watch the game before helping around the house.

(3) Nothing : This is the calm before the storm. This means something, and you should be on your toes. Arguments that begin with nothing usually end in fine.

(4) Go Ahead: This is a dare, not permission. Don’t Do It!

(5) Loud Sigh: This is actually a word, but is a non-verbal statement often misunderstood by men. A loud sigh means she thinks you are an idiot and wonders why she is wasting her time standing here and arguing with you about nothing. (Refer back to # 3 for the meaning of nothing.)

(6) That’s Okay: This is one of the most dangerous statements a women can make to a man. That’s okay means she wants to think long and hard before deciding how and when you will pay for your mistake.

(7) Thanks : A woman is thanking you, do not question, or faint. Just say you’re welcome. (I want to add in a clause here – This is true, unless she says ‘Thanks a lot’ – that is PURE sarcasm and she is not thanking you at all. DO NOT say ‘you’re welcome’.. That will bring on a ‘whatever’).

(8) Whatever : Is a woman’s way of saying…Go to Hell…

(9) Don’t worry about it, I got it : Another dangerous statement, meaning this is something that a woman has told a man to do several times, but is now doing it herself. This will later result in a man asking ‘What’s wrong?’ For the woman’s response refer to # 3.

The Day’s Music Events 12th May

1958, The Everly Brothers started a four-week run at No.1 in the US with ‘All I Have To Do Is Dream’, (the song was written in 15 minutes).I liked it then and I still sing it now

1961, The Beatles, in Hamburg, West Germany, signed a recording contract with producer Bert Kaempfert. That evening they played at The Top Ten Club, Reeperbahn, Hamburg.I wonder how much German they learned?

1962, Billboard Magazine reported that last year’s most-played jukebox record was ‘Big Bad John’ by Jimmy Dean. The second most-played was Chubby Checker’s ‘The Twist’.I made a great podcast withChubby Checker-it’s available on my website

1963, Bob Dylan walked out of rehearsals for the US TV Ed Sullivan show after being told he couldn’t perform ‘Talking John Birch Society Blues’ due to it mocking the US military. How society has changed
1964, The Beach Boys started a four week run at No.1 on the US album chart with ‘Beach Boys Concert’, the group’s first US No.1. I bought this…
1965, The Rolling Stones recorded ‘(I Can’t Get No), Satisfaction’ at RCA Hollywood studios. Keith Richards had come up with the guitar riff in the middle of the night a week earlier. It gave the band their first number 1 single in the US. Great guitar…but Mick does a great job witht the vocals

1967, ‘Are You Experienced’, the debut album by Jimi Hendrix was released in the UK. I didn’t buy it
1968, Jimi Hendrix was arrested by police on his way to Toronto for possession of hashish and heroin. Hendrix claimed the drugs had been planted on him.Oh really?
1968, Brian Jones made his final live appearance with The Rolling Stones when they appeared at the New Musical Express Poll Winners Concert at the Empire Pool, Wembley, England.I liked him

1969, Cliff Richard made a guest appearance on the UK children’s TV show, ‘Sooty’. I’ll bet Harry Corbett had a hand in the proceedings

1971, Rolling Stone Mick Jagger married Bianca Macias at St Tropez Town Hall. The guest list included the other members of the Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Eric Clapton and Stephen Stills. The couple separated in 1977.I wonder why John Lennon and George Harrison didn’t attend?

1974, The Kinks appeared at the University of California in Santa Barbara. I’ll bet they enjoyed it

1977, After being dropped by both EMI and A&M records in less than 6 months, Virgin records announced they had signed The Sex Pistols.Obviously, a good business manager was involved
1977, Led Zeppelin received the outstanding contribution to British music at the second Ivor Novello Awards held at the Grosvenor Hotel, London. Great tunes
1981, Meat Loaf filed for bankruptcy with debts of over $1 million.Eh?

1984, Lionel Richie started a two week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with ‘Hello’ his second US solo No.1, also a No.1 in the UK. Nice singer

1986, Joe Strummer of The Clash was banned from driving after being convicted of drink driving.Thoughtless whoever does it….

1990, Adamski started a four-week run at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘Killer’. The single featured Seal who remade the song under his own name, reaching the Top 10, the following year.Was Adamski Russian?

1996, 17-year-old Bernadette O’Brien died the day after being injured ‘body surfing’ at a Smashing Pumpkins gig at The Point, Dublin.Dreadful

2000, Thieves stole the gates to Strawberry Fields the Merseyside landmark immortalised by The Beatles song. The 10′ high iron gates were later found at local scrap metal dealers in Liverpool. I’ve stood next to those gates-they’d take some shifting!
2001, American singer and TV presenter Perry Como died aged 88. He scored fourteen US No.1 singles, from 150 US chart hits and over 25 UK chart hits, including the single ‘Magic Moments’ and ‘Catch A Falling Star.’ Como was once the highest-paid performer in the history of television.I liked his suave approach when I saw him during my formative years. I think my favourite song was Delaware

2001, Travis played a gig at singer’s Fran Healy’s local primary school at Weston Park, Crouch End, London. The 150 crowd paid a £1 entry fee to the summer fete. Nice

2002, Ronan Keating scored his third UK No.1 single with a song written by American country artist Garth Brooks ‘If Tomorrow Never Comes’. A fabulous song and well sung for the hit

2004, Barry and Robin Gibb were both presented with honorary degrees from Manchester University. They also picked up a posthumous award for their brother Barry. The brothers had once lived in Manchester, England. I don’t really like the honorary degree but I think the Bee Gees would be as deserving as anyone
2008, Singer-songwriter Neil Young had a spider named after him. US university biologist Jason Bond discovered a new species of trapdoor spider and decided to name it after his favourite musician. Myrmekiaphila neilyoungi was found in Jefferson County, Alabama, in 2007. Did it have a heart of gold?

May 12th: On this day

1928, , Burt Bacharach, US songwriter, pianist and arranger. With Hal David wrote many classic songs including, ‘Close To You’, ’24 Hours From Tulsa’, ‘Make It Easy On Yourself’, ‘Magic Moments’, ‘I Say A Little Prayer’. Won two Oscars for film score ‘Butch Cassidy And The Sundance Kid’, for ‘Raindrops Keep Fallin’ On My Head’.
1940,  Norman Whitfield, American songwriter and producer, best known for his work with Berry Gordy’s Motown. Collaborated with Barrett Strong on such hits as ‘I Heard It through the Grapevine’, ‘Ain’t Too Proud to Beg’, ‘(I Know) I’m Losing You’, ‘Cloud Nine’, ‘War’, ‘Papa Was a Rolling Stone’ and ‘Car Wash’.

1942, Ian Dury, singer, songwriter, poet, actor, (1977 UK No.5 album ‘New Boots And Panties!!’ spent 90 weeks on the UK chart,1979 UK No.1 single ‘Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick’). Dury died on 27th March 2000 aged 57.

1944,  Billy Swan, US singer, (1974 US No.1 & 1975 UK No.6 single ‘I Can Help’).

1944,  James Purify, (& Bobby), 1966 US No.6 and 1976 UK No.12 single ‘I’m Your Puppet’.

1946,  Ian McLagan, keyboards, Small Faces, (1967 UK No.3 & US No.17 single ‘Itchycoo Park’, & 1968 UK No.1 album ‘Ogden’s Nut Gone Flake’). The Faces, (1971 UK No.6 & US No.17 single ‘Stay With Me’). Also worked with The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Bonnie Raitt, Joe Cocker, Billy Bragg and Bruce Springsteen.
1948,  Steve Winwood, vocals, keyboards, Spencer Davis Group, (1966 UK No.1 single ‘Keep On Running’), Traffic, (1967 UK No.2 single ‘Hole In My Shoe’), Blind Faith, (1969 UK & US No.1 album), Solo (1986 US No.1 & UK No.1 single ‘Higher Love’).

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