RIP Pattie Page – Crossed Over The Bridge For The Last Time


Singer Patti Page,  passed away on New Year’s Day. She was 85.

Best known for her hits “Tennessee Waltz” and “(How Much Is That) Doggie In The Window”, Page had hits throughout the 40’s, 50’s and 60’s. She was still actively touring, with performances at up to 50 concerts a year, right up to her death.

More recently her reputation was revitalised by the White Stripes when they covered her 1952 song “Conquest” on their “Icky Thump” album.

Page is survived by her two children, and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren

Happy New Year


I hope that your end of year parties are boisterous

PartyAnimalsAnd hope that your hangovers are short lived.

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I hope your fireworks displays are spectacular

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And I hope that 2013 will be equally spectacular for each and everyone of you.

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So, I drink a toast,

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  as I wish all my friends and family, all the best
for a Happy and Prosperous New Year

2012 Artists In Review: Led Zeppelin


Led Zeppelin were the first band I ever saw live. Earlier today I watched the Celebration DVD and was reminded why I have been a hardened fan ever since.

Levon, Whitney, Robin: Saying Farewell To Those Who Passed In 2012


I’m just agog at the talent that was lost this year but also at the legacy left behind.

Merry Christmas To You All


For some of you the festivities are well underway, while for others you may still be tucked up in bed.

Where ever you are. I hope you all have a cracking day. Enjoy, and I hope the hangovers will all be little ones.