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I have nothing for this prompt. I mean, I’d never want to visit a war zone, or someplace similarly unsafe. I admire all the brave journalists, like Clarissa Ward, who are willing to bring us news from dangerous places around the world.
Totally unrelated, did anyone happen to see Billy Joel performing his 100th concert in Madison Square Garden on CBS Sunday night? He still sounds great—both voice & piano. After telling the audience he didn’t know what was going to happen on the high notes in “Innocent Man” (and giving them permission to grimace), he nailed it. He’s 74 years old. At one point, Sting (fit and ageless at 69) waltzed out in a perfectly tailored shiny suit and they did a jazz number, backed by the amazing band. It had the feeling of a GenX “rat pack” reunion. The audience (me included) sang along with all the songs, including the new one, but especially with the last one.
Sing us a song, you’re the Piano Man.
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You have me thinking now Mary …. who would be in a Gen X rat pack or Mt Rushmore? Billy Joel, Sting, Phil Collins, Madonna, Whitney Houston, Prince, Bruce Springsteen. Wow, lots of names to choose from! 😎😎😎
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Good ones Brian! I was also thinking they needed Phil Collins on drums. 😎
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Wow. New music at 74? I just listened to it, thanks for the link. It’s really really good. I’m amazed his voice is still so strong. Great post!
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Thank you! And I agree—the words of the new song “Turn the Lights Back On” are so poignant. Brought a tear. 🥲
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Great post especially since you were unimpressed with the prompt. Music brings so much joy.
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Thank you! So true about the joy of music 🎶
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Wonderful photos!
I’ve seen Billy Joel twice, ten years apart, and he was incredible both times. I’d say the second time when he was older was somehow even better than the first, because maybe he wasn’t in a great moment then. His percussionist stole the show then. I’ll definitely have a listen, and pass the link along to my daughter who has a “sadness or euphoria” tattoo.
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I’m with you about any place unsafe. And I actually recorded the Billy Joel concert, but we haven’t watched it yet. And now I’m excited. 🙂
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Oh great! I think you’ll like it Lauren😃
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