Marvin Matthews 🇨🇦
@krimar.bsky.social
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Marvin Matthews 🇨🇦
@krimar.bsky.social
· Nov 14
Love and Life
YouTube video by Marvin Matthews
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The concepts of "love and life" have a profound significance. What do they mean to you? With the help of a few friends, we put together a song and video to share our thoughts. #LoveAndLife
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My regular Saturday morning vinyl offering takes a pause in honour of Raul Malo. For your listening pleasure, 'Merry Christmas!' by The Mavericks.
December 13, 2025 at 5:55 PM
My regular Saturday morning vinyl offering takes a pause in honour of Raul Malo. For your listening pleasure, 'Merry Christmas!' by The Mavericks.
December 13, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Few can rival Nat King Cole's breathtaking vocals on "Mona Lisa." Raul Malo is a remarkable exception.
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Raul Malo - Mona Lisa
YouTube video by dagalagas
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December 13, 2025 at 12:29 AM
Few can rival Nat King Cole's breathtaking vocals on "Mona Lisa." Raul Malo is a remarkable exception.
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Raul Malo possessed a rare talent: distinguishing himself as a vocalist capable of elevating an already exceptional song to new levels of artistry.
*this was dedicated to the Parkland, FL families
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*this was dedicated to the Parkland, FL families
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"How Can You Mend a Broken Heart" - The Mavericks - Englewood, New Jersey - April 5th, 2018
YouTube video by Kevin Michelson
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December 10, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Raul Malo possessed a rare talent: distinguishing himself as a vocalist capable of elevating an already exceptional song to new levels of artistry.
*this was dedicated to the Parkland, FL families
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*this was dedicated to the Parkland, FL families
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One of the finest voices in music, and the leader of one of the best bands in music. Rest well, Raul. You will join the other celestial voices in heaven.
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Raul Malo, Golden-Voiced 'Maestro' of the Mavericks, Dead at 60
Raul Malo, the operatic singer and frontman of the country-rock band the Mavericks, has died at age 60.
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December 9, 2025 at 3:21 PM
One of the finest voices in music, and the leader of one of the best bands in music. Rest well, Raul. You will join the other celestial voices in heaven.
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When my all-time favourite group, all-time favourite female singer, and all-time favourite male songwriter converge in song, it is an unparalleled musical experience.
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The Eagles- Linda Ronstadt- Jackson Brown The Don Kirshner's Rock Concert 1974
YouTube video by Take it Easy
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December 8, 2025 at 4:10 AM
When my all-time favourite group, all-time favourite female singer, and all-time favourite male songwriter converge in song, it is an unparalleled musical experience.
youtu.be/H3JuZwLl_lA?...
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@VinylMePlease @Albumism @discogs @vinyl_for_life
Saturday morning vinyl offering, 'Home for the Holidays' by #PerryComo
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters
Saturday morning vinyl offering, 'Home for the Holidays' by #PerryComo
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters
December 7, 2025 at 4:16 PM
@VinylMePlease @Albumism @discogs @vinyl_for_life
Saturday morning vinyl offering, 'Home for the Holidays' by #PerryComo
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters
Saturday morning vinyl offering, 'Home for the Holidays' by #PerryComo
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters
For those of us who lived in Montreal, and for people across Canada, Dec 6, 1989 is forever etched in our memories.It empowered many of us to drive change and to ensure that we instilled in our children the values of respect, love, empathy, and equality.
December 6, 2025 at 5:38 PM
For those of us who lived in Montreal, and for people across Canada, Dec 6, 1989 is forever etched in our memories.It empowered many of us to drive change and to ensure that we instilled in our children the values of respect, love, empathy, and equality.
Even though I’ve never quite connected with the band’s music, I found Rick Beato's interview with Flea from Red Hot Chili Peppers to be surprisingly insightful.
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The Flea Interview: Red Hot Chili Peppers Bass Icon
YouTube video by Rick Beato
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December 5, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Even though I’ve never quite connected with the band’s music, I found Rick Beato's interview with Flea from Red Hot Chili Peppers to be surprisingly insightful.
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Celebrating 'Court and Spark' by #JoniMitchell
Released 1974
Billboard Album Charts #2
While this is Joni's most commercially successful album, it has been overshadowed by the love for her 1971 release, 'Blue.' 'Blue' achieved an artistic level previously unseen among artists in Joni's sphere.
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Released 1974
Billboard Album Charts #2
While this is Joni's most commercially successful album, it has been overshadowed by the love for her 1971 release, 'Blue.' 'Blue' achieved an artistic level previously unseen among artists in Joni's sphere.
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December 4, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Celebrating 'Court and Spark' by #JoniMitchell
Released 1974
Billboard Album Charts #2
While this is Joni's most commercially successful album, it has been overshadowed by the love for her 1971 release, 'Blue.' 'Blue' achieved an artistic level previously unseen among artists in Joni's sphere.
1/2
Released 1974
Billboard Album Charts #2
While this is Joni's most commercially successful album, it has been overshadowed by the love for her 1971 release, 'Blue.' 'Blue' achieved an artistic level previously unseen among artists in Joni's sphere.
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He was an integral contributor to the Memphis Soul/Stax/Atlantic sound. Rest in peace. #SteveCropper
Forever immortalized by the exclamation "Play it, Steve" within Sam & Dave's "Soul Man," a direct reference to Steve.
Forever immortalized by the exclamation "Play it, Steve" within Sam & Dave's "Soul Man," a direct reference to Steve.
December 3, 2025 at 11:24 PM
He was an integral contributor to the Memphis Soul/Stax/Atlantic sound. Rest in peace. #SteveCropper
Forever immortalized by the exclamation "Play it, Steve" within Sam & Dave's "Soul Man," a direct reference to Steve.
Forever immortalized by the exclamation "Play it, Steve" within Sam & Dave's "Soul Man," a direct reference to Steve.
Celebrating "Thunder Island" by Jay Ferguson
Released 1977
Billboard Singles Chart #9
Although I didn’t know who Jay Ferguson was when I first heard this song, an aspect of the song that immediately caught my attention was its slide solo.
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Released 1977
Billboard Singles Chart #9
Although I didn’t know who Jay Ferguson was when I first heard this song, an aspect of the song that immediately caught my attention was its slide solo.
1/3
youtu.be/Ny8aOB9iP3A?...
Jay Ferguson - Thunder Island • TopPop
YouTube video by TopPop
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December 1, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Celebrating "Thunder Island" by Jay Ferguson
Released 1977
Billboard Singles Chart #9
Although I didn’t know who Jay Ferguson was when I first heard this song, an aspect of the song that immediately caught my attention was its slide solo.
1/3
youtu.be/Ny8aOB9iP3A?...
Released 1977
Billboard Singles Chart #9
Although I didn’t know who Jay Ferguson was when I first heard this song, an aspect of the song that immediately caught my attention was its slide solo.
1/3
youtu.be/Ny8aOB9iP3A?...
Over the years, I've had opportunities to attend many concerts. Both the good and the bad have left an impression. Seeing Paul McCartney in 1989 at the Montreal Forum, ranks among my all-time emotional highs.
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November 27, 2025 at 4:38 AM
Over the years, I've had opportunities to attend many concerts. Both the good and the bad have left an impression. Seeing Paul McCartney in 1989 at the Montreal Forum, ranks among my all-time emotional highs.
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Celebrating "Tonight The Heartache's On Me" by The Chicks
Released 1999
Billboard Country Charts #6
Thanks to my dad, my early childhood was shaped by the country music of legends like Haggard, Robbins, Owens, and Jones—first names aren’t necessary.
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Released 1999
Billboard Country Charts #6
Thanks to my dad, my early childhood was shaped by the country music of legends like Haggard, Robbins, Owens, and Jones—first names aren’t necessary.
1/2
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The Chicks - Tonight the Heartache's on Me (Official Audio)
YouTube video by dixiechicksVEVO
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November 26, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Celebrating "Tonight The Heartache's On Me" by The Chicks
Released 1999
Billboard Country Charts #6
Thanks to my dad, my early childhood was shaped by the country music of legends like Haggard, Robbins, Owens, and Jones—first names aren’t necessary.
1/2
youtu.be/tmVisJfKkBA?...
Released 1999
Billboard Country Charts #6
Thanks to my dad, my early childhood was shaped by the country music of legends like Haggard, Robbins, Owens, and Jones—first names aren’t necessary.
1/2
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Jimmy Cliff - The Harder They Come
YouTube video by Rocksteady Freddie
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November 24, 2025 at 1:44 PM
You are a child of the universe no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
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by Max Ehrmann ©1927 ('Desiderata')
And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
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by Max Ehrmann ©1927 ('Desiderata')
November 24, 2025 at 1:30 AM
You are a child of the universe no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
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by Max Ehrmann ©1927 ('Desiderata')
And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
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by Max Ehrmann ©1927 ('Desiderata')
At just 23, he was a musical prodigy whose enthusiasm and easy-going personality eased tensions within the #theBeatles during the "Let It Be" sessions. If the band had continued, Billy Preston would have been the fifth Beatle.
November 22, 2025 at 7:08 PM
At just 23, he was a musical prodigy whose enthusiasm and easy-going personality eased tensions within the #theBeatles during the "Let It Be" sessions. If the band had continued, Billy Preston would have been the fifth Beatle.
@TheBeatles: Get Back
I've watched this probably 10x. That's 80hrs of viewing. It's simply, the most iconic and historic rock and roll documentary of all-time, featuring the most influential musical group of all time.
I've watched this probably 10x. That's 80hrs of viewing. It's simply, the most iconic and historic rock and roll documentary of all-time, featuring the most influential musical group of all time.
November 19, 2025 at 9:22 PM
@TheBeatles: Get Back
I've watched this probably 10x. That's 80hrs of viewing. It's simply, the most iconic and historic rock and roll documentary of all-time, featuring the most influential musical group of all time.
I've watched this probably 10x. That's 80hrs of viewing. It's simply, the most iconic and historic rock and roll documentary of all-time, featuring the most influential musical group of all time.
@mitchmelnick.bsky.social I saw Roy at Theatre St-Denis in 1980.
November 18, 2025 at 7:32 PM
@mitchmelnick.bsky.social I saw Roy at Theatre St-Denis in 1980.
Celebrating "While You See a Chance" by Steve Winwood
Released 1981
Billboard Singles Charts #7
From his solo album, 'Arc Of A Diver,' "While You See a Chance" made a powerful impact, bringing Winwood back to the charts, re-establishing his presence in the public eye. 1/4
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Released 1981
Billboard Singles Charts #7
From his solo album, 'Arc Of A Diver,' "While You See a Chance" made a powerful impact, bringing Winwood back to the charts, re-establishing his presence in the public eye. 1/4
youtu.be/0j6g_uUhH2c?...
Steve Winwood - While You See A Chance
YouTube video by SteveWinwoodVEVO
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November 14, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Celebrating "While You See a Chance" by Steve Winwood
Released 1981
Billboard Singles Charts #7
From his solo album, 'Arc Of A Diver,' "While You See a Chance" made a powerful impact, bringing Winwood back to the charts, re-establishing his presence in the public eye. 1/4
youtu.be/0j6g_uUhH2c?...
Released 1981
Billboard Singles Charts #7
From his solo album, 'Arc Of A Diver,' "While You See a Chance" made a powerful impact, bringing Winwood back to the charts, re-establishing his presence in the public eye. 1/4
youtu.be/0j6g_uUhH2c?...
AI, imo is a dark, dead-end alley. This might be the worst "country" song I've ever heard. It is currently #1 on the Billboard Country Digital Sales Charts. Shame on you if you spent a nickel on this AI-generated piece of ****.
Please support real music and real artists.
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Please support real music and real artists.
youtu.be/rGremoYVMPc?...
This AI Song Just Went Number 1...FOR REAL
YouTube video by Rick Beato
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November 13, 2025 at 4:19 PM
AI, imo is a dark, dead-end alley. This might be the worst "country" song I've ever heard. It is currently #1 on the Billboard Country Digital Sales Charts. Shame on you if you spent a nickel on this AI-generated piece of ****.
Please support real music and real artists.
youtu.be/rGremoYVMPc?...
Please support real music and real artists.
youtu.be/rGremoYVMPc?...
Some of the Recording Academy / Grammy 2026 Song Of the Year nominations. Is the talent pool that shallow that it takes 9-10 people to write ONE song?
November 8, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Some of the Recording Academy / Grammy 2026 Song Of the Year nominations. Is the talent pool that shallow that it takes 9-10 people to write ONE song?
Celebrating "You're So Vain" by Carly Simon
Released 1972
Billboard Singles Charts #1
From the very beginning, with Klaus Voorman's captivating bass intro & Carly seductively whispering "son of a gun," this song exemplifies how to craft and arrange a pop masterpiece.
1/4
youtu.be/QNir1anaVu4?...
Released 1972
Billboard Singles Charts #1
From the very beginning, with Klaus Voorman's captivating bass intro & Carly seductively whispering "son of a gun," this song exemplifies how to craft and arrange a pop masterpiece.
1/4
youtu.be/QNir1anaVu4?...
Carly Simon – You’re So Vain (Lyric Video)
YouTube video by I Like Your Old Stuff
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November 4, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Celebrating "You're So Vain" by Carly Simon
Released 1972
Billboard Singles Charts #1
From the very beginning, with Klaus Voorman's captivating bass intro & Carly seductively whispering "son of a gun," this song exemplifies how to craft and arrange a pop masterpiece.
1/4
youtu.be/QNir1anaVu4?...
Released 1972
Billboard Singles Charts #1
From the very beginning, with Klaus Voorman's captivating bass intro & Carly seductively whispering "son of a gun," this song exemplifies how to craft and arrange a pop masterpiece.
1/4
youtu.be/QNir1anaVu4?...
The Los Angeles Dodgers: Love 'em or Loathe 'em
I have a long-standing 'relationship' with the Dodgers—mostly negative. My sour experiences at West Palm Beach with ex-manager T Lasorda and ex-player P Guerrero when I was in my early 20s left a lasting impression on me.
1/6
I have a long-standing 'relationship' with the Dodgers—mostly negative. My sour experiences at West Palm Beach with ex-manager T Lasorda and ex-player P Guerrero when I was in my early 20s left a lasting impression on me.
1/6
November 2, 2025 at 11:59 PM
The Los Angeles Dodgers: Love 'em or Loathe 'em
I have a long-standing 'relationship' with the Dodgers—mostly negative. My sour experiences at West Palm Beach with ex-manager T Lasorda and ex-player P Guerrero when I was in my early 20s left a lasting impression on me.
1/6
I have a long-standing 'relationship' with the Dodgers—mostly negative. My sour experiences at West Palm Beach with ex-manager T Lasorda and ex-player P Guerrero when I was in my early 20s left a lasting impression on me.
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Saturday morning vinyl offering, 'The Very Best of Leo Sayer' by @leosayer.bsky.social
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters
November 1, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Saturday morning vinyl offering, 'The Very Best of Leo Sayer' by @leosayer.bsky.social
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters
#vinylcollection #vinylrecords #vinyllovers #MusicMatters