You say that you need a 'Sign' that Tesla is an elite band? Okay, ask & you shall receive...

Where the hades is 'Lodi' on my GPS man? 

Power ballads always puts fuel in the lear jet & it keeps the tour bus rollin' baby...

Even rockers have a tender side. 

Melodies is what makes Tesla so special. That & intricate guitar strumming. 

"Thank you" for this status update RR7. 

I see tree colors brighting too. Foreshadowing a 'Change In The Weather.' I detest winter with a passion especially snow...

Okay, I'm done now. 

Johnny Cash singing "Little Drummer Boy." Wow, that's gotta be extremely rare. Get find there RR7! 

Cash was good at everything--Gospel, Rhythm & Blues, Country, & Rock N Roll from the 50's thru the 90's. This man always made high caliber quality records & definitely had a stage presence. 

I think that Metallica one is actually Trans Siberian Orchestra. Not blaming you my friend. I think the person who posted that video made an innocent mistake & got the band name wrong. No worries. It happens to the best of us. 

Speaking of Metallica, check this out: A drummer named Josh Steffan mocking popular songs as if Lars Ulrich was putting his signature touch on them. It's very funny because Lars always looks like the tiniest guy at a bar fight who believes he can take anybody on & beat them. Plus, Lars always gets snarl on his face when he's playing like he's trying to lick peanut butter off the end of his nose & he always wants to turn every song into an epic rock opera going bananas with his drumsticks. This guy does a beautiful job capturing that. 

It's long but very funny. You never heard Bowie, Queen, Foreigner, Alanis Morrisette, or the Village People quite like this. 

Encore you say. Sure, why not. 

The Judas Priest cover is really good....

Okay, my mistake. Judas Priest wasn't in that 2nd video montage clip. My bad. 

The 3rd time is the charm. JP at the 3:40 ish mark. Top notch version of a classic Metal track here.

Okay, my Lars percussion humor is finished now. Thank you for your patience. 

Off subject, you guys know your music so I'd thought I'd share some good old school Dio,  !

https://youtu.be/QwX8yF8k0ls

Ack I don't know how to direct post YouTube videos but Dio definitely had the tight pants going strong lol!!

Malakai,  just copy the url and paste it directly in the post and it should show the video.  I loved Dio btw and his time with Rainbow and Black Sabbath!

"Baby, I'm a prisoner oh chained by love. It's so easy to see I could never be free; I'm a prisoner chained by love." [Wah, wah] chained by love."

Don just rhymed so well with simple lyrics that just work. 

"It's so easy to see I will never be free" will remain in your brain forever after hearing this song only once. That's what I mean by timeless hooks. 

Dokken is very similar to Journey. Cheesy looking videos, but timeless tracks that never lose their luster no matter how old the songs get. 

Checkout this cover of the classic "Alone Again" by a woman named Karly C. It's pretty good. I like singers who actually respect the artist they are paying tribute to. It's modified slightly but still works due to the power of her vocals. 

Major props lady for exposing young kids to Dokken who never heard their stuff before. Power ballad mastery at it's best. Sweet! 

What I liked about the Karly C. cover is this: It puts the emphasis on the words "Without You" instead of "Alone Again" like a romantic breakup vs a nomadic like existence that Don's vocals evoke to me in that number. Also, it still works even without Lynch's guitar work. 

"Now, the tears they fall like rain... Without you." 

That's a very tender emotion pain & yet she makes that pain strong, visceral, & nothing to be ashamed of. Cool. Like a badge of honor & rite of passage experienced by us all no exception.

I've never listened to much Yes but they remind me somewhat of Pink Floyd with their progressive style.  Crazy surreal stuff......  Different for sure but yet eerily as odd and progressive, creative!

Yes is at it's best when seen live. They have one of the most talented guitar players of all with Steve Howe for sure.

I bet it would've been awesome to see them live Crazy.  Good stuff.

SRV's version of Little Wing is actually better than the original in my book. 

But Gypsy Eyes is still my favorite song in the world. Jimi was the innovator, and the reason I started playing. I heard it on my mom's record, and I said, that's it......I want to do that! 

My favorite Jimi song is Power To Love off the Band Of Gypsy's album. I also like all of his covers of the Dylan songs too.

Darn man, even sound check/rehearsal stuff sounds good. That's how you know SRV is special, his improv, goofing around shenanigans  could qualify as a multi-platinum album just on the fly.

America- My favorite song of theirs is Sandman. The acoustic guitar work is excellent.

Grazie.  I will enjoy listening to it this afternoon. 

Ventura Highway is my fave 

Love Chris man. His voice is so distinctive & pure. Nobody else like him. We will never hear 1 like it ever again. It just screams authentic dripping with life experience. 

Nice fireworks display on Cochise too. Love how he can stretch out his howl screams too. Nice gritty track there. 

The guy just knows how to capture a room, a stadium, or whatever venue he strolls into. 

Taylor Swift & Brittney Spears are still around & Cornell & Petty are gone. That's seriously messed up. 

I only know this Linken Park/Jay Z duo song "Numb" via the Micheal Mann's film "Miami Vice."

I apologize in advance for any inappropriate language used moderators. 

Micheal Mann is the man man. His soundtracks are always off the chain great because he understands how to create mystery, intrigue, & ambiance baby. 

Thank you RR7 for your generous music tribute on my behalf. It is immensely appreciated. I am forcing myself to proceed forward in the wake of my nephew's death with mixed results. I know I'm not the only one to lose somebody incredibly close to me via suicide so, this circumstance hardly makes me unique. I realize that. Nevertheless, I've heard it said that out of great tragedy & pain creativity can grow & germinate amongst those left behind to go forward. Blues musicians talk about this occurrence a lot. 

In any event, I appreciate the musical therapy session. Much obliged. 

I've never felt this level of numbness before like I've been hallowed out with a rusty spoon. At any rate, I'm hoping that time, space, & music will eventually return my fractured psyche back to some version of what I used to be before Matthew took his own life. Time will tell I guess. I wouldn't this level of agony on anybody. 

Thanks again for the nice musical medley. 

I am so very sorry...

Wanted the Yankees to win but darn it! 

Congrats again on a successful season. I read that Girardi won't be back as manager next season. Any thoughts on who will replace Girardi?

All the best with the new hire. Hope you're well.

Same to you! Looks like Thompson is the favorite?  Should be interesting.

Moderaters, I do apologize for the brief profanity spoken at the start of this live track called "Downtown." 

This song is so Neil though singing about hippies & just hanging out. Vintage Young IMO. 

"Keep On Rockin' In The Free World!"

I won't post it since I already did in my Rock N Roll HOF thread not that long ago when Pearl Jam used it as their grand finale jam out number with all the inductees on stage.

Great bleeping song though that always gets my blood pumping. 

There's something about Canada that always producers kick caboose performers & deep thinkers man. Neil is the man! 

Amen to that

Neil Young is as legendary as they come. He has covered pretty much all music styles and his work with Crazy Horse is too great for words.

I liked what he said when he said he just plays one long song.

I'm a "Slowpoke" man myself CC1 & yes, Young is as rare as they come. I agree 100%

I know its a little early but I felt like sharing some jams

It's a mutual admiration society RR7. Trust me buddy. 

I just love that Billy & the Boys got to jam with Jimi Hendrix, BB King, & Ike & Turner man. 

lovem

Love me some ZZ Top.

Met them during the Eliminator tour. The Reverend is a character.

I was really bummed when Layne Staley died, he was one of the most unbelievable, unique vocalist to ever grace us with his presence.

I agree...

Next, I suppose some Jimmy Page self reflection is now in order. Seriously, this is a great song IMO. 

An incredible solo album by Coverdale & a Zeppelin frontman...

I always liked "Gambler" from Whitesnake's early days too. 

The vinyl needle crackling between the record grooves is so soothing to me. Plus, I love the dominant keyboard presence in this number as well. 

I always remember him with Whitesnake and Deep Purple.....good times!

I "Don't Have To Think Twice" now, this is a tremendous tribute to Bob Dylan...

You're gonna pay for this darlin' Someday...

Clapton is a Cubs fan. How do I know this? Here ya go...

The best thing about the Blues as a genre is this: It makes bad luck seem par for the course with a gleam of commonplace street cred man...

@southwest1 Post this in the Baseball thread. The Cubs fans will appreciate it. Thanks.

Btw, I like that Bob Dylan tribute a lot.

"Whoa, whoa, whoa, heaven let your light shine down." 1 of the best melodic lyrics ever written man.

Right up there with Queensrÿche's masterpiece "Silent Lucidity" man. 

I admire that about you RR7. You appreciate power ballads & blow the roof off the joint rock n roll pulse pounding anthems equally. M-432 understands quality slow tracks too. 

Every time, this Looking Glass tune comes on the radio, I always end up singing along without fail. 

"...And there's a girl in this harbor town
And she works layin' whiskey down
They say "Brandy, fetch another round"
She serves them whiskey and wine

The sailors say "Brandy, you're a fine girl" (you're a fine girl)
"What a good wife you would be" (such a fine girl)
"Yeah your eyes could steal a sailor from the sea"
(dooda-dit-dooda), (dit-dooda-dit-dooda-dit)

Brandy wears a braided chain
Made of finest silver from the North of Spain
A locket that bears the name
Of the man that Brandy loves" 

I have a soft spot for hypnotic songs that put me in a trace & take me to a different plane for a few minutes. 

I remember that song from when I was very young!  I always liked it!  Thanks for all your kind words and of course, Johnny!

Lol. You're always polite. No worries... All is well here. How is your little one doing?

Thanks again for the music. Reminds me of my youth. I am enjoying listening to them as I take a walk outside.

I like Def Leppard a lot. Can't stop moving to beat of the music.

RR7, 

"Pour Some Sugar ON Me" is a Def Leppard classic except ever since Mr. O'Brien went with this promo about his TV move to TBS; I can't quite visualize that number the same way ever again.

See...

I love the into guitar riff on "Running Down A Dream." The rhyming lyrics from "Into The Great Wide Open" like... 

"His leather jacket had chains that would jingle
They both met movie stars, partied and mingled
Their A&R man said, "I don't hear a single."

The dude is King & we all know 'It's Good To Be King" right? Why thank you. Thank you very much. Now, where the hades is my peanut butter & banana sandwich? 

When Tom signed with WB records & created the masterpiece known as 'Wildflowers', I was blown away. His best & most complete work to date & my sentimental favorite. 

I love every darn track on that CD. It's deliciously good man.

"Hard On Me" is probably my personal favorite. 

Oh, no. What do you mean I have to "Climb That Hill" over there? There's no other way? It figures. Good vibe on this number. Sweet!

if u ever get a chance fly over here and here what hotel California album sounds like on a DVD Audio disc in surround sound, its out of print and would cost over $200 today used if can find

There may be still versions of it on SACD in surround for far less, and pending the reviewer , well some say 1 format is beter some say another and some say it depends on the equipment played on which is best

But I tell u its astounding and will blow u away, Your dad , may he rest in piece will rise and dance dance dance

Thank you Barry, I can't tell you  how much I appreciate that

"Desperado" is a beautiful song. I can easily see why it was your father's favorite. I'm so sorry to hear that your father is gone my brother. It's so hard to lose 1 or more parents because nobody will ever give us that kind of unconditional love like our mamma & our papa did once they depart forever. 

You're a good man RR7 & I'm abundantly confident that your father is beaming with pride over the person you have become. 

Marvelous selections as always...

Whoa RR7. I'm so sorry to hear that you lost your father so abruptly due to a broken healthcare system & insufficient medical professionalism & human compassion for the living family members suffering in agony in silence. I know how cold, heartless, & stoic some Dr.s & nurses can be. 

I realize that medical school conditions them to deliver bad news with no emotions, but it still feels excruciating nevertheless. 

Thx for your generosity as well RR7. It's an honor to call you a friend too. I'm still sorting some things out, but if I need anyone to lean on, I'll definitely reach out 2 U. 

When I claim that Cheap Trick can deliver the goods live, this is what I mean. Austin City Limits is still 1 of the coolest TV shows ever. 

This "Miracle" number is so good...You can just tell that these men have paid their musical dues. 

I always thought this song would be great for a commercial spoofing ordinary coolers so cold that you think it's the equivalent of cryogenic freezing.

LOL!

Oops! I meant that joke for Foreigner's "Cold As Ice" song not "Urgent." My bad. LOL!