Rockin' in the Free World is one of the greatest rock n roll songs of all time! It was written by Neil Young and first appeared on his 1989 album FREEDOM. It's in the news again. I can't say it breaks my heart, but then again - it sure does contribute to this feeling of hopelessness … Continue reading Rockin’ in the Free World
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Intellectual Loneliness
Intellectual loneliness is about realizing how few people can tolerate complexity. Intellectual loneliness is the basis of art. It isn't about wanting 'deep talks'. It is about how quickly people rush to have an answer; rather than to understand. Unfortunately, it is understanding that leads to compassion. Generally, people want to feel good and be … Continue reading Intellectual Loneliness
Cortez the Killer: smash or pass
Recently I saw a classical musician's reaction to Neil Young's Cortez the Killer. Water filled my eyes. The song has always been one of my all time favorites. Young broke it out on his 1975 album Zuma. It is about Cortez, Moetezuma II, war and peace. In the 16th Century! Seems relevant given the state of … Continue reading Cortez the Killer: smash or pass
Green
Green has been my favorite color since as far back as I can recall. In other words, always. It still is. Notwithstanding, fall is my favorite season and time of year. A paradox? Green was the WordPress writing prompt for April. I get it. So here is my response, or thoughts on "Green". "Just a … Continue reading Green
Neil Young, Spotify, Joe Rogan, and Donald Trump
Yes it's true - they're linked. I've always been a huge fan of Neil Young. For over fifty years, and it's also true that I kind of take offense about all the jokes going around. About how we Boomers don't have a clue about Spotify, because we're so old and the streaming music service is … Continue reading Neil Young, Spotify, Joe Rogan, and Donald Trump
My Favorite Books: ranked by others
was something I looked into the other day, over the holiday. Because I am curious and think this way. How do my favorite books, 83 so far, rate with others on Goodreads? I've been a member of the popular online booksite since 2006. Everyone can list the books they read, rate them (1 - 5 … Continue reading My Favorite Books: ranked by others
Birthdays
Today is my brother's 74th birthday. That's him, upper right. That's me upper left. The year was 1984. That's our father with the stovepipe hat and fake mustache. Also in the picture are our wives and children (including my two step-children). We're all 37 years older, except for our mother and father. They're diseased. There … Continue reading Birthdays
Time Fades Away: My Life’s Soundtrack
My Life's Soundtrack could be summed up with Neil Young's 1989 Album and the title song , Keep On Rockin' In The Free World. Recently a reader, and a friend, asked me, "What's your favorite Neil Young album?" Because we were talking music. Something we like to do. However, we're 36 years apart in age. That … Continue reading Time Fades Away: My Life’s Soundtrack
Election 2020: The Campaign Begins
I am a lonely visitor, I came too late to cause a stir, but I campaigned all my life toward that goal. Neil Young, 1969. "Campaigner" The 2020 campaign for POTUS began yesterday, at the summer solstice, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. President Donald J. Trump held an indoor, public rally, against the wishes and guidance … Continue reading Election 2020: The Campaign Begins
The Foke Woke, part II
This note's for for you Elizabeth Warren, and all the rest of you Foke Woke. Neil Young's song This note's for you, on his 1988 album "Neil Young and the Blue Notes", mocks pretension. Which, I have to say, defines the Foke Woke population. The song takes dead aim at the advertising industry and corporations. Moreover, … Continue reading The Foke Woke, part II