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Chuck’s Record Collection: “1979 – Beyond The Beat”

Contributing Author Chuck Small is back with a two-fer: A report on a pair of 1979 K-Tel releases that show the beginnings of the eventual crossover from disco to other pop styles of the day…

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cstolliver by Chuck Small
March 27, 2023
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Surrender – Or Else:

Navigating the New U2

A long time ago, Contributing Author JJ Live At Leeds said,"I will follow" to the boys from Dublin. And as he shares his thoughts on their latest release, will he find what he's looking for? Let's check in to see…

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JJ Live At Leeds by JJ Live At Leeds
March 24, 2023
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To Obsess…

Or Not?

It's great to see one of our favorite Contributing Authors: Good friend Both Grouse is back in the tnocs.com house today with a tribute - and a most delightful obsession…

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Both Grouse by Both Grouse
March 23, 2023
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A Bear-ican Top 40:

March 14, 1972 – Part 2

With an aurelian heart, our good friend and Contributing Author irishbeartx is back with Part Two of this keg-tastic edition of ABT40, from this very week in 1972…

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irishbeartx by irishbeartx
March 22, 2023
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Stories/Travel

Japan: Lost and Found – Episode 5: Itadakimasu!

We're salivating like a proverbial Pavlovian Shiba Inu. And that's a good thing! Because it's time for the latest scrumptious chapter of "Japan: Lost and Found" from Contributing Author Phylum Of Alexandria.Shio o totte kudasai…

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Phylum of Alexandria by Phylum of Alexandria
March 21, 2023
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In My Day/Travel

The Imperfect Traveler, Part 11:

The Imperfect Storm

"As an expat I saw things differently, and thought there was hope, but that ray of sunlight was never seen by the locals."

It's Part 11 of "The Imperfect Traveler," from Contributing Author thegue…

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thegue by thegue
March 20, 2023
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Music

The Season Finale: Theoretically Speaking: S3|E16:

What Makes Britpop, Britpop ?

With apologies to Liam and Noel:

As Contributing Author Bill "Virgindog" Bois wraps up a stellar Season Three of Theoretically Speaking: Music Theory For Non-Musicians. we're awarding him all the Bonus points in the world for being our educator, our great friend... and our Wonderwall…

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Virgindog by Bill Bois
March 17, 2023
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Under The Hoodie

Happy Birthday To…

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mt58 by mt58
March 16, 2023
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Thinking Out Loud

Take Me Back To Chicago

cstolliver by Chuck Small
March 15, 2023
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Even when you feel perfectly settled where you are now, you never forget your first home. With an example: it's Contributing Author Chuck Small, who takes us back to his Windy City roots…

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A Bear-ican Top 40:

March 14, 1972

irishbeartx by irishbeartx
March 14, 2023
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Fun fact: I was the original prototype for Sergeant Schultz: I know nothing.

That said… I do know that today is the 51st trip around the sun for a certain beloved Hibernian ursine. So, let’s all keep irishbeartx good company as he presents the latest edition of AB40…

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Music

I’m On The Mexican Radio

Edith G by Edith G
March 13, 2023
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We'd always wanted to believe that the joy and fun of being a radio fan was a cross-cultural experience; that it transcended borders. So we were sure glad to see la confirmación from Contributing Author and AM/FM Lover Edith G…

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Theoretically Speaking S3 | E15:

What Makes Grunge, Grunge ?

Virgindog by Bill Bois
March 10, 2023
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"Here we are now, entertain us."

Our good friend and Contributing Author Bill "Virgindog" Bois invites you to come as you are for this episode of Theoretically Speaking: Music Theory For Non-Musicians. Bonus points for the Mia Zapata reference…

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51 Weeks And Counting:

A Quick Note From mt58

mt58 by mt58
March 8, 2023
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357, 358, 359…

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Music

Tepid in Toledo, But Lauded In Liverpool:

Eight US Acts That Were More Popular In The UK

JJ Live At Leeds by JJ Live At Leeds
March 8, 2023
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Maybe it's the delightful Detroit accent. Or the adorable way that they call a "lift" an "elevator." For whatever reason, some US-based recording acts had their greatest success in The Land Of Shopkeepers. And our own JJ Live At Leeds is here for a look…

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Thinking Out Loud

Hello. I’m Chuck.

And I’m A Cat Dad.

cstolliver by Chuck Small
March 7, 2023
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Contributing Author and Renowned Ailurophile Chuck Small is back with a ball of yarn, a saucer of milk, and a celebration of some purrfectly adorable friends…

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In My Day/Travel

The Imperfect Traveler, Part 10: The Expatriate Lifestyle

thegue by thegue
March 6, 2023
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Party hearty. And be sure to bring a tea kettle and a "donation" for the local authorities, as we imbibe in another episode of "The Imperfect Traveler," from Contributing Author thegue…

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Music

Theoretically Speaking

S3 | E14: What Makes Hip Hop, Hip Hop ? – Part 2

Virgindog by Bill Bois
March 3, 2023
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Last week's visit to the first days of Hip Hop was joyous. But, such is life: things can turn darker in a New York minute.

Join Contributing Author Bill "Virgindog" Bois for this episode of Theoretically Speaking: Music Theory For Non-Musicians. Bonus points for “The Dozens" reference…

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In My Day/Music

What’s Your Song Perspective?

cstolliver by Chuck Small
March 2, 2023
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Man, what are we doin' here?

Why, hangin' with our great friend and Contributing Author Chuck Small, of course. And no worries about putting bread in his jar - Chuck's a Venmo kind of guy…

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