Ronnie James Dio 1942-2010

Just read that Dio had died from cancer. Weird, I was just picking and grinning along with this song last night. Back in my big hair days we used to cover this song and a few others. Dio had a tremendous voice. I don't think he was into Satanism and all that, more just magical stuff that superstitous Southern Italians are famous for.

I have a wide variety of musical tastes from classical to country to headbanger metal. I like anything that is musically built well. Dio Started back in the 50s actually, and he played with Black Sabbath, Rainbow and ELF. And it was all white. Heavy Metal is a white thang.

Anyway, a tribute to Dio. RIP.



Blackmore, who Dio played with, has his own band with his wife (25 years his junior). I'm currently playing this for fun since I just bought a new gootar and some recording software. If I can get my brat kid to sing it I might put the recording up if I can figure out the software :)

What I've Been Picking and Grinning To

I'm an old gootar player, self taught, played lead for a bunch of bands. Anyway, sometimes I like to pick it up again and put on Youtube and play along. I thought you might like to hear what I've been playing lately. Maybe if I can get my redheaded step chil to bring her camera, we'll video it someday!

First up is one of my favorites, Roger Hodgson. I dedicate this to LFD and his significant other!



I learned this the other night, fun to play. I don't know Blackmore's Rainbow version yet but I really like this one. Joe Lynn Turner's accoustic version.



Here is the studio version of the song. I need a keyboardist!



I really like the old mushy stuff when I turn in my Man Card, and Bread is one of the best. Learned both of these in one night!

This is crying in your pillow music :)





I can play this one in my sleep. Damn, has it been that long? When there's lightning! Dio was one ugly little Italian but he sure could sing!

I Gots One More Silver Dollar

Well, I made it home after ringing in the new year with all my gurlfriens at the local bar tonight. After a half bottle of Crown Royal (kinda like Royal Crown, huh?) and some champagne, I wasn't going to let the poleece catch the midnight rider!



Shoot, why not one more? Do you remember Melissa? The little brunette with the angel eyes that was always there, even when you weren't? Where are you, Melissa? Always at the crossroads....



Happy New Year to all my kinsfolk out there, wherever you are!

Tribute to Bonn Scott

You may be gone but you'll live on forever. Rest In Peace, Brother.



One of my favorites. Bonn Scott lived the life he sang about.



Take a chance, while you still got the choice!

Problem Child - AC/DC Live

"What I like I lick, what I don't I kick

And I don't like you!