This week we are going back to the 1960s...well sort of
The song is classic 1960s. Roy Orbison's, Pretty woman. What a voice that man had. Silky smooth, never stressed but oh so recognisable. Perhaps even unique
Here's a couple of rockers giving it their best effort - Bruce Springsteen and John Fogerty (remember Creedence Clearwater Revival?).
And wait for the bit where John sings alone. Spooky or what?
Friday again. This week a singer I came across about 15 years ago, Mariza
She sings in the style of Fado although her more recent material has moved away from the voice and guitar incorporating full orchestra. Historically a Portuguese guitar would have often accompanied a single voice
The style is mournful and often melancholic but the artistry comes in the singers ability to make it feel intimate and engaging
Enjoy!
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*Retoot often.* The mastodon network is sparse. Many folks are new, and finding each other is complicated. If you see something you like, retoot it. You are the suggestion algorithm. Everyone benefits.
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Next Thursday (24th) there's a party in London organised by my publisher. I'm gonna be there, hopefully a load of similarly-minded folk. It's mostly a chance to socialise with a bunch of woke libtards and members of the Remoaniac Anti-Growth Coalition.
If you can make it I'd love to meet you.
(Sorry it's £, this is just to cover the hire of a room).
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-decade-in-tory-christmas-party-tickets-460224512907
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Looking forward to engaging with folks on this platform.
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