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The Philadelphia Orchestra Goes Heavy Metal with Thunderous Performance of Russian Ballet Score
It was a frigid Saturday evening at Philadelphia’s magnificent Marian Anderson Hall in the Kimmel Center. Thanks to the players in The Philadelphia Orchestra, I fell in love with the music of Igor Stravinsky. Born in Russia in 1882, the great Russian composer lived until he was 88 years old. He died in 1971 in… Read more
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Panic Fans Climb to Safety at the Capitol Theatre in November 2025
One of a kind rock and roll band. Catching Widespread Panic at the Capitol Theatre was an absolute treat — two completely different shows on back-to-back nights. Different moods. Different energy. The same underlying feeling prevailed though. There was a sense of urgency. That familiar and unique Panic groove that combines jam band, progressive rock… Read more
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Springsteen, Led Zeppelin movie + the Beast (a special three part ramble)
Hello music friends. It has been an unusually long time since my last Ramble story. My apologies. There are lots of reasons for the silence, and will spare you the itemized list. BUT… I will say, I have been focused on my new baseball music project. If you are a baseball fan, please check it… Read more
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Discover the Greatest Baseball Songs of All Time with Baseball DJ
Best baseball songs of all time. Read more
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Experience The Budos Band: A Night at Yonkers Brewery
Within hours of getting notified that The Budos Band (website) was putting on an album release party at the Yonkers Brewery, I bought two tickets and put it on my old school paper calendar. I didn’t know who would be my plus one, but wanted to use the opportunity to introduce one of my music… Read more
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Reimagining Hendrix: Stanley Jordan’s Intimate Concert
On the evening of April 4, 2025, the Emelin Theatre (website) in Mamaroneck, New York, was transformed into a vibrant homage to the late Jimi Hendrix. Guitar virtuoso Stanley Jordan (website) took the stage with his band, delivering a captivating performance titled “Stanley Jordan Plays Jimi.” This concert was more than a mere tribute; it… Read more
