Week of November 13th - November 19th, 2016
It's
sad enough to learn of the passing of a recording artist, and it's
another when two major songwriters and artists pass away. Such was the
case with the news of Leonard Cohen and Leon Russell. Leonard Cohen was
82 while Leon Russell was 74. Both were highly sought after songwriters
with so many artists recording and interpreting their own version of
songs penned by either Leonard or Leon. I was pleased to play Leonard
Cohen's original version of Suzanne. And it was so good to also hear
many songs by Leon Russell that he wrote, recorded and produced, along
with Delta Lady, which was recorded by Joe Cocker. And what a tour de
force to hear The Letter, originally a hit by The Box Tops, with a major
interpretation arranged for Joe and Leon's Mad Dogs And Englishmen live
album, tour and documentary film. I know I keep saying this, but aren't
we so fortunate to have permanent souvenirs of their talent by being
able to listen to their records.
As
we are half way through November and preparing to start playing
Christmas holiday music, I wanted to let you know that this year's
Annual Christmas Special will take place live Sunday, December 18th.
Please mark your calendar for this special. It's my annual Christmas
gift to you.
Be
sure to check out all the latest new products now available at My
Generation Shop. You can be the first to know about new products and
specials before you even hear it on the show by signing up for their
newsletter. Just go to www.mygenerationshop.com.
I'd
like to send out my best wishes for a Happy Birthday to Connie Canode
in Madison, Wisconsin, and to Christ Whitmer in Iowa City, Iowa, and as
well to my nephew Andrew Gize in Gatineau, Quebec. Happy Birthday to you
all! If your birthday's coming up, let me know so that I can help
celebrate your special day on the show. I'll wish you Happy Birthday on
the air and also play Birthday by The Beatles for you. All I need is the
date of your birthday. Send the details to birthdays@treasureislandoldies.com.
Voice
Your Choice spotlights one of the most successful artists of all time,
Elton John. Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either Crocodile Rock or Daniel. I'll play the winner next Sunday.
Here's the Rock and Roll News Podcast for this week.
That's about it for now.
See you next Sunday for the next live show.
Bye for now.
Michael
