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For all you surfers/ex-surfers and drummers out there in MLT Clubland
Sufaris – Wipepout. Extended ending version.
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This song has an interesting back story.
“Sakamoto (坂本 九 Sakamoto Kyū, born Hisashi Sakamoto (坂本 九 Sakamoto Hisashi), raised as Hisashi Ōshima (大島 九 Ōshima Hisashi), 10 December 1941 – 12 August 1985) was a Japanese singer and actor, best known outside Japan for his international hit song “Ue o Muite Arukō” (known as “Sukiyaki” in English-speaking markets), which was sung in Japanese and sold over 13 million copies. It reached number one in the United States Billboard Hot 100 in June 1963, making Sakamoto the first Asian recording artist to have a number one song on the chart. Sakamoto, along with 519 others onboard the flight, was killed in the crash of Japan Airlines Flight 123 on 12 August 1985; the deadliest single-aircraft accident to date. His number 1 hit song had lyrics which translate to ‘Happiness lies beyond the clouds” and “Happiness lies up above the sky’.”
It’s a shame, and weird that they didn’t just translate the Japanese, “Ue o Muite Arukō” into English for the title – “I look up when I walk”. Far more romantic. The other way is like marketing “Moon River” to the Japanese as “Beef Stew”! The song has nothing to do with food.
Sukiyaki – Kyu Sakamoto (1963)
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Nothing Compares 2 U – Sinead O’Connor (1990)
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While we’re on the ocean theme. This is a very beautiful tune to chill out to as well!
LOVE IS BLUE – Paul Mauriat (1968)
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Definitely one for the Mumager. If Michaela can play the saxophone like she does, I’m sure she could come to grips with the clarinet!
I played this number so much in the seventies, I got sick of it. Nice to hear it again. Just listen as you lay back, chill out and dream of that lovely beach with its crystal clear blue water and a gentle sun warming your soul!
Stranger On The Shore – Mr. Acker Bilk (1962)
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This band is important as it was one of the few sixties bands to feature a female drummer.
Have I The Right – The Honeycombs (1964)
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Always liked this controversial song from the sixties. Yes, I like both kinds of music, Country AND Western!
Harper Valley P.T.A. – Jeannie C. Riley (1968)
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Winchester Cathedral – The New Vaudeville Band (1966)
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And now for something completely different! Dylan, as you’ve never heard him before.
Mariachi El Bronx, with “Love Sick”
“I’m walking through streets that are dead
Walking, walking with you in my head
My feet are so tired, my brain is so wired
And the clouds are weepingDid I hear someone tell a lie?
Did I hear someone’s distant cry?
I spoke like a child; you destroyed me with a smile
While I was sleepingI’m sick of love but I’m in the thick of it
This kind of love I’m so sick of it”. -
And what can one say about these two? Uniquely British humour!
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And a British comedy my family would never miss! “Dad’s Army”. Just brilliant!
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I’m partly with Jacki and David on this one. Regarding Dylan, most of his many favourites for me are sung by other people, including The Byrds, Manfred Mann, The Hollies, Joan Baez, PJ Harvey, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, George Harrison, Mariachi El Bronx etcetera
“If Not for You” / George Harrison – Just sharing a couple of nice web comments!
“Even animals love ‘If not for you’. I have sung and played this song for all the cats and dogs I’ve met while volunteering in shelters. They all start smiling, purring, and/or wagging in seconds. Hey, if not for them, I don’t know what I’d do.
“George was the one who quietly mastered the Zen of guitar playing! He was the quiet Beatle but, had the most opened mind. I always admired George most of the Beatles. I miss him terribly.”
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Is this a woolgoose?
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I think you’ll find it had everything to do with timing. Swinging London was in full flight by 1966 and the time was ripe for a little vaudeville, and utilising a notable local landmark hit the right note for Brits at the time. Also, a catchy tune and smart marketing!
You’re not the only one who appreciates Wikipedia.
“Winchester Cathedral is a cathedral of the Church of England in Winchester, Hampshire, England. It is one of the largest cathedrals in Europe, with the greatest overall length of any Gothic cathedral.”
