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Maggot Brain Background

Posted on April 8, 2021 by quagmire

This is right out of the early 70’s. Ran across in an email from Sundance. Think of it as a take on Hendrix lives. From the Sundance site (by Tyger Williams): When I first discovered the track Maggot Brain by … Continue reading →

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“Guardian” Piece on Santo and Johnny

Posted on March 19, 2021 by quagmire

To me, this song is the epitome of what the 1950’s felt like and, in a melancholy way, reflects memories of the period. The last song of prom night, the last vision of a happy life before we had to … Continue reading →

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The Sinner: Killer and Artist

Posted on February 13, 2021 by quagmire

Setup: An artist lives her life painting in a secluded house in the upper New York woods. She has informed the killer’s wife that he might be responsible for several recent murders. The artist also has a budding relationship with … Continue reading →

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Waters of March Lyrics

Posted on January 31, 2021 by quagmire

This version is sung by Al Jarreau and Oleta Adams. “The Waters of March” has been recorded numerous times, including one with Stan Getz and João Gilberto, but this is my favorite mainly because of the arrangement. I think it … Continue reading →

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Ashes — Dying Scene

Posted on August 17, 2020 by quagmire

This scene comes from a medium budget Brit series called “Ashes”, a sequel to “Life on Mars.” A police woman has been hit by a criminal’s van as he attempts escape. The woman is cradled in the arms of the … Continue reading →