I was in college back in 1993 when country supergroup Alabama released the album “Cheap Seats.” I loved everything the band released, so this one was no different. The title track of the album was all about the feeling of sitting in a minor league baseball stadium and enjoying the food, the atmosphere, the beer, and the baseball. Growing up in Arkansas, we didn’t have our own Major League franchise, but we had a great minor league franchise in Little Rock, the Arkansas Travelers. Some of my favorite memories as a boy were going to watch the Arkansas Travelers with my parents or with my little league teams. I still enjoy going with my son to watch them when I want to relax and have a great time!
So, sit back, relax, and enjoy The Cheap Seats! I dedicate this song to my friend, Erin!
Today’s song of the day comes from the iconic score of 1999’s Fight Club. Director David Fincher wanted a score that sounded unique and original and The Dust Brothers delivered.
So, it looks like it’s St. Patrick’s Day here in Through the Shattered Lens. For my lone contribution to all things Irish I present “The Rocker” by Dublin, Ireland’s very own Thin Lizzy.
A song that was part of their 1973 album release Vagabonds of the Western World and it features the Dublin trio of Phil Lynott on bass guitar, Eric Bell on lead guitar and Brian Downey on drums. The song itself has the Thin Lizzy rock sound with Irish folk music influence.
I’ve chosen this song as my choice since it also qualifies as having one of the great rock guitar solos in history. Eric Bell’s guitar solo actually occurs throughout the length and breadth of the song. It’s sometimes hard to hear that there’s even a guitar solo but the whole song could be looked at as being a guitar solo from start to finish with Eric Bell being the lead and only guitar with Phil supporting on bass.
“The Rocker” by Thin Lizzy is not a song that many fans today would ever think is a major classic, but rock aficionados, especially of music of the late 60’s through the 70’s would not hesitate to have this song as one of the classics.
The Rocker
I am your main man if you’re looking for trouble I take no lip, no one’s tougher than me I’d kick your face, you’d soon be seeing double Hey, little girl, keep your hands off of me
I’m a rocker I’m a rocker I’m a roller too, baby I’m a rocker
Down at the juke joint, me and the boys are stompin’ Bippin’ and boppin’ and telling a dirty joke or two In walked this chick and I knew she was up to something And I kissed her right there, out of the blue
I said, “Hey baby, meet me, I’m a tough guy Got my cycle outside, you wanna try?” She just looked at me and rolled them big eyes “Said, I’d do anything for you, for you’re a rocker”
I’m a rocker I’m a roller too, honey I’m a rocker
I love to rock and roll I get my records at the Rock On stall Sweet rock and roll Teddy boy, he got them all
Rocker
I love to rock and roll I get my records at the Rock On stall Sweet rock and roll Teddy boy, he’s got them all
As today is Erik Estrada’s birthday, it’s obvious what today’s song of the day has to be.
No matter what you may think of the show, this theme has one of the greatest bass lines of all time. If you’re not dancing, you might want to call 911.
Since today is the Ides of March, it only makes sense that today’s song of the day should have the feel of the ancient Roman world. From the soundtrack of 1963’s Cleopatra (stop it, it’s a fun movie!), here is Cleopatra Enters Rome, composed by Alex North!
Sharing that Michael Caine scene reminded me of how much I loved the soundtrack of the entire Dark Knight trilogy. Here, from the end of the Dark Knight, is a bit of Hans Zimmer’s iconic score.
Since it’s William H. Macy’s birthday, it only makes sense that today’s song of the day should come from a film that is not only one of Macy’s best but which also features one of the best score ever recorded. From Carter Burwell, here is Fargo, North Dakota.
Though I may have had to preempt this week’s review of The Love Boat, I can still express my love for the show with today’s song of the day! As this performance shows, the Love Boat really does have something for everyone.
I just felt the need for some surf music today. Maybe it’s because it’s in the 70s and I’m far away from the beach. I’m not a swimmer but I do like surfers.
