Tag Archives: Music

WordPress – #Daily Prompt – Mnemonic

Posted on February 11, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

Certain music, photographs and even smells Are the mnemonics that often serve to jell Key events, people, and places we might forget And in so forgetting, even live to regret That we have sadly forgotten these moments Be these of … Continue reading →

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Sonic Gems: Orchestra Baobab – Pirates Choice

Posted on February 11, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

Organized in 1970 as a multi-ethnic, multi-national club band, Orchestra Baobab is a primarily Senegalese Afro-Cuban son, wolof and pachanga band.  It capitalized on the craze for Cuban music but more locally grew out of the Congolese soukous style.  This … Continue reading →

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WordPress – #Daily Prompt – Creature

Posted on February 4, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

The lone man watched from a distance to see what he might see Peering over the ledge and looking down at what was to be A rainbow dance of ascension down in creature canyon Out beyond the deep forest of … Continue reading →

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Sonic Gems: Missy Elliott – Respect M.E.

Posted on January 28, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

Well, here we go again, trying to keep a promise to someone that I would check out an occasional Rap album.  Less than two minutes into this and I am once again ready to turn this off.  That being said,  … Continue reading →

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WordPress – #Daily Prompt – Trill

Posted on January 25, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

He wasn’t Bojangles, but, he loved to dance This ragamuffin from the south of France When he lifted his voice with his subtle trill All the ladies said it said it did thrill There was nothing really much to say … Continue reading →

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WordPress – #Daily Prompt – Cozy

Posted on December 28, 2017 by alohapromisesforever

In the smoldering heat Of a cozy little venue You’re in for a real treat Sliding in on electric blue A singer glides up to the microphone Suddenly you’re not alone As each word hits your heart The band counts … Continue reading →

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WordPress – #Daily Prompt – Proclivity

Posted on December 26, 2017 by alohapromisesforever

The man showed the greatest proclivity Toward sharing his instrumentality Favoring something there in the key of light Is how he proceeded to share the night His lady loved to hear his music as he played Making up words as … Continue reading →

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WordPress – #Daily Prompt – Cherish

Posted on December 25, 2017 by alohapromisesforever

May it come to be that I pass and perish Before ever I forget those that I cherish All the breathtaking moments held so close Among these are those felt when shared with those Who linger in my heart as … Continue reading →

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Sonic Gems: Classical Crossover Christmas II

Posted on December 17, 2017 by alohapromisesforever

There are so many great musicians who have provided us a unique combination of classical and pop.  This time of year, I just can’t get enough of the work they have done with Christmas songs.  Hopefully, this will be a … Continue reading →

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Sonic Gems: Christmas Classics II

Posted on December 6, 2017 by alohapromisesforever

Another 50 mostly American Songbook style Christmas songs.  Let’s face it Christmas hits the heart when it’s crooned.  We hope you enjoy these!!

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