so nice to read a tribute to the blues ... seems i have read so few of them here at the Cafe' ..you've mentioned some of the giants and their music .. going to have to put on the vinyl today .. and have a blues Valentine Day ;)
E.
ps. especially heard the call of "bourbon and beer ....." nothing like a boiler maker to get the juices flowing ;))))
ahahahah yes they will ... i haven't had whiskey in the house for a while ... i think i'll treat me .. read moreahahahah yes they will ... i haven't had whiskey in the house for a while ... i think i'll treat me self to some of my favorite Jameson :)
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A little snort from time to time is good for complexion .
When I worked at a record store back in the eighties, it gave me such an appreciation for all music. I really love how you articulated the atmospheric sights and sounds of a jazz concert...it simply leaps off the page. Very well done and much enjoyed, Cherrie!
I am so glad. Sometimes when we write something we want it to spill off the page and fill our senses.. read moreI am so glad. Sometimes when we write something we want it to spill off the page and fill our senses. I so glad it did.
Hah!
Cherrie, you're never done, and never will be, 'til your final breath -- and, I'm sure your last words will be in the form of a poem … LOL!
First-off, your picture choice "Sends Me". Then, your imagery and song choices drift me sooo delightfully back, back, back into sweet moments I've cherished the memories of sooo many times. 🎶
Beautifully rendered, Dear Poetess, in the style only You know how to make come alive.
Teacher's hint: consider breaking into verses to avoid the rushed, congested feel … like LA traffic. : )
Love it, Lady-Poet, as I do all your versings … hugs! ⁓ Richard🖌
Ya know sometimes when I paste and copy it dosen't hold the layout I used and I'm never sure why?.. read moreYa know sometimes when I paste and copy it dosen't hold the layout I used and I'm never sure why?
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Cherrie,
You mean that's all I get for this masterfully brilliant review? 🤪
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Concerning your copy/paste issues … in all probability, it's because you type on your word-process.. read moreConcerning your copy/paste issues … in all probability, it's because you type on your word-processing application format, and it doesn't always jive with the Café format.
My solution is to write on here in the unpublished area, and copy/paste to my word-processing application to save it BEFORE posting, just in case something goes wrong.
Maybe, that will work for you, if you haven't already tried it. 😃
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No that's not all you get for your heartfelt review:)
Your reviews always encourage me, i.. read moreNo that's not all you get for your heartfelt review:)
Your reviews always encourage me, instruct me and motivate.
But I did want to ask about the formatting issues. There's always time for the volley of words that follows :)
I'm not much on the bar scene. However I have enjoyed some great music in such places. That I thi.. read moreI'm not much on the bar scene. However I have enjoyed some great music in such places. That I think is lost in this day and age.
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Plus when I respond from work. You end up with a cluster of one line responses :)
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Thank you, Dearest, for making my review feel worthy.
When I was a bar-hopper, without the cu.. read moreThank you, Dearest, for making my review feel worthy.
When I was a bar-hopper, without the current music, the scene was dullsville. I will agree with you on today's loss of happy-go-lucky, bright life, toe-tappin', drinkin' 'n dancin' music … yayhoo!
If one uses their cellphone on the Café, we know how limited, even dysfunctional, that can be at times, eh?
Still, you 'n I seem to have communicated quite well over the years. : )
Not quite sure what you mean "I think I'm done" Does this by chance mean that you felt there was more in you to write? or??
Anyway, this poem is so relatable..The old with the new..so cleverly stated Cherrie..The smallest harmonicas steal the show..
They always do.
Brought back so many memories..Going to live concerts at the Hollywood Bowl or the Greek Theatre.. or even the dark small nightclub..the Hot Potato..or.. yes the Troubadour...Those were the days.. but as we all know "The Times they are a Changing" Can not remember who sang that... ah well..
Lovely write..
Lisa
Like a women's hair. Sometimes I snip at words and fuss over the sound of a piece. :) till I like th.. read moreLike a women's hair. Sometimes I snip at words and fuss over the sound of a piece. :) till I like the ring of it.
Thank you Lisa
Yes, times are changing. It's getting hard to keep up.
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Reader's are reluctant to give reviews to writers they don't know. I try to not look at the lack of .. read moreReader's are reluctant to give reviews to writers they don't know. I try to not look at the lack of reviews (I'm not exactly a mainstream writer) and just enjoy the feedback I receive.
I write what I like and hope others will also.
But I must say I am thrilled when I get a review, especially one like yours.
I don't like sites that force you to review to post. However with that said. I think we do need to spend alittle more time giving others a review.
Thank you so kindly. 💓
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I always give reviews but i do notice that only a few review back..At a certain point I will stop re.. read moreI always give reviews but i do notice that only a few review back..At a certain point I will stop reading any works of those Non reviewers..There are plenty of fish in the sea..
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Kibitzer alert!
Robert Zimmerman (Bob Dylan) wrote, sang, and recorded, "The Times, They Are.. read moreKibitzer alert!
Robert Zimmerman (Bob Dylan) wrote, sang, and recorded, "The Times, They Are A-Changin'."
Nice write! I could almost hear the music playing and feel the sway of the beat. As a retired music teacher, the posts about anything to do with music always perk my interest. Please continue! ~Sharon
Music 🎶 really is an important part of life. It helps us deal with emotions and soothes the soul... read moreMusic 🎶 really is an important part of life. It helps us deal with emotions and soothes the soul. I'm so pleased you of all people enjoyed this one.
Done with what? Did you just add to this? And did you pay royalties to the artists you mention. I should probably be paying royalties to all the poets I rewrite. You'd get a healthy check. Good luck cashing it. I like the way the smallest harmonica plays how big the music of the past is. I used to think new music sucks but I hear so much amazing music coming out today of all styles. There's hope for the notes in our ears!
No I didn't add to it. I may edit a word or two.
:)I believe the standard rule is you may me.. read moreNo I didn't add to it. I may edit a word or two.
:)I believe the standard rule is you may mention a name of a band or song 🎵 as long as you do not make disparaging remarks.
Wow, that evoked some good memories, i can remember playing Muddy Water's music all the time when i was younger and impressionable. Blues music was wonderful .... and i am English lol.
The Blues has some magical properties that pull the audience in.
I'm happy to provide the fl.. read moreThe Blues has some magical properties that pull the audience in.
I'm happy to provide the flash back
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Yes, Ray Charles was my very favourite ... i saw him her in UK live and his band was just something .. read moreYes, Ray Charles was my very favourite ... i saw him her in UK live and his band was just something else ... wonderful.
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I love Ray he is my all time favorite. I had him on 8track. (I won't take time to explain that to th.. read moreI love Ray he is my all time favorite. I had him on 8track. (I won't take time to explain that to the children) :)
From R &B to Country the man could sing.
I would have loved to see him in concert. You are a lucky girl.
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favourite track "Stella By Starlight" of course lol
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Oh yeah now I'll have to play that.
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it was a long time ago he was in concert here , i will never forget that evening :)
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Oh yeah, as a kid my favorite was Hit The Road Jack
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yes... and "What'd I Say?" ....
now you got me going i will have to play his cd lol
Yes I got myself going too. I just had a musical romp with the girls. Went from PROUD MARY(the 1973 .. read moreYes I got myself going too. I just had a musical romp with the girls. Went from PROUD MARY(the 1973 version), to I'D RATHER BE BLIND, I PUT A SPELL ON YOU and I finished it off with YOU MAKE ME FEEL.
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Haha... i was on youtube , it's taken me to Leonard Cohen on my favourites now ... see what your poe.. read moreHaha... i was on youtube , it's taken me to Leonard Cohen on my favourites now ... see what your poem has started :)
How cool are you my friend .. the music scene is constantly evolving but you aint gonna top the blues regardless of the size of ya mouth organ.... got me foot tapping, now am gonna listen to some Clapton....
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