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The Wonder Years of Joe Cocker

BY: GURU JAY
Growing up The Wonder Years was my favorite TV show. Boy, it had one hell of a theme song, didn’t it? Joe Cocker’s version of With a Little Help From My Friendshelped fuel my addiction to the show. What’s more, that’s how I learned about Joe Cocker.
I had to know who possessed that powerful voice in the beginning. The more I familiarized myself with the legend, the more I started feeling legendary. Joe Cocker= Legend.
He sings You Are So Beautiful, Come Together, and Up Where We Belong in heaven. He didn’t make pop songs; his music was spiritual. What would Woodstock be without Cocker? Joe was a rare find because he was a classic singer.
Most entertainers are made in a bakery. They’re cookie cutter. What you see is what you get. Joe Cocker sang from the bottom of his belly.
The Wonder Years of Joe Cocker
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It all started when John Robert Cocker, OBE took Vance Arnold as his penname in 1961. Later he formed a band adding “and the Avengers” to his gig. Then there was the Grease Band and the rest is history…
Like the Beatles, Joe Cocker created seismic waves. Throughout Joe Cocker’s career, he received well-deserved recognition. In 2008, Rolling Stone named him 1 of the 100 Greatest Singers of All Time. Billboard gave him 2 other accolades-  #84 Artist 100 and #14 Social 50 in 2015.
I’m New School by date of birth, but I’m actually Old School by tradition. Bob Seger couldn’t have said it any better than this: “Today’s music ain’t got the same soul, I like that old time rock ‘n’ roll.” Moreover, Joe Cocker rocked to the limit. He lived his life up and that’s what counts. Don’t die bitter by living inhibited; die happy by living uninhibited.

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Bow Down to the Queen of Psychedelic Soul: Janis Joplin

BY: GURU JAY

Elvis Presley, the Beatles, and Michael Jackson made their marks on the world over. Music was a religion to Jimi Hendrix and Bob Marley. And Miles Davis was the common denominator.
Music is a universal language. We wake up and fall asleep to the sound of music. Living on a farm, we may hear crock-a-doodle do first thing in the morning. At night the crickets chirp in synchronization making our sleeping more enjoyable. In the city the cars speed, the helicopters cop, and the train choo choos.
Now drones are the newest music brought to us by Barack Obama. Music can be organized and/or chaotic sounds. Jazz, Rap, and Rock & Roll demonstrate the different potential ranges and dynamic mechanics of music. While pop appeals to our subconscious and lower passions, the Blues showcase a ‘piece of my heart.’

Blues legend Janis Joplin helped change society. The singer stepped on the stage on purpose and carrying a message in her hand. She was well equipped with only a guitar.
The Queen of Psychedelic Soul was a figurehead of 1960s music. What would Woodstock be without Janis Joplin? In a sense, Joplin was a musical revolutionary.
Janis Joplin possessed the perfect tone. She never overcompensated. She always delivered.

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American Idol contestant Crystal Bowersox covered Me and Bobby McGee on the show. Who doesn’t sing Janis Joplin’s songs? Tons of musicians strive to become like Janis Joplin because she is a masterpiece.

I love painting portraits and Janis was a fine painter. I connect with Janis Joplin spiritually and emotionally. Although I wasn’t alive for Woodstock, my spirit was there. Janis Joplin isn’t alive right now in the physical but her spirit is here with us.

Beyonce famously sung Bow Down bitches. And bitches bowed down because she is Queen Bey of the Beyhive. You must bow down to Janis Joplin too because she is the Queen of Psychedelic Soul, bitch.


 

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What Esperanza Spalding Can Teach Jhene Aiko

BY: GURU JAY
Ever since the dawn of civilization, music artists have expressed themselves through vocals and instruments. In the Renaissance Era, society experienced classical songs from Mozart, Beethoven, and Bach. The 1960s and 70s produced the Woodstock generation. It’s amazing that after all of these years, billions of folks still listen to music. The fact is music makes us civilized human beings.

One human being with the right stuff is Esperanza Spalding. Originating out of Portland, Oregon, Esperanza enjoys making fun with her soft voice and hardcore strings and instrumentals. Dismissing her as merely a jazz musician doesn’t do anyone any justice. She is also Classical, Hip Hop, Rock, and Pop.
In essence, Esperanza Spalding has bought her freedom to do anything and everything.
Moreover, the music expert can teach Jhene Aiko about the sophistication of creating masterpieces. Hopefully, Jhene will continue climbing up the charts, because she hasn’t peaked yet.
Thankfully, the Los Angeles native is accustomed to sunshine. So Aiko doesn’t fear becoming famous, because she was born in an ecstatic State. That’s why her measure of success is different from the average bear.
It doesn’t hurt that Trey Songz and Big Sean are her neighbors. At the same time, it is practically impossible to love Hollywood unconditionally. That’s when somebody like Spalding comes in and saves Aiko’s cute little face.
You see Esperanza loves entertaining but with conditions. You won’t see the musician apologizing for her expressions and beliefs. Don’t you wish more celebrities were unfiltered like this?
How did we become a coffee addicted world used to filters? The reason you see celebs deleting their tweets is because they’re not in control. Occasionally you’ll find audacious and outspoken celebs, but the media discounts them, and doesn’t send their messages to the people. I go to Taylor Swift Google Plus and Twitter, because I want to know what’s going on in her mind and not a corporation.
If the ‘Eternal Sunshine’ singer follows Spalding’s teachings, then we don’t need to worry.
Fortunately, music makes sense out of the incomprehensible. Do you believe humanity might come to a standstill without song and dance?
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Like Salsa entertainers, Esperanza Spalding and Jhene Aiko blend up their compositions. Spalding should insure her gifted hands for $10 million. Furthermore, she can teach Aiko all about Jazz, and how to play the cello. Aren’t both girls dazzling creatures?
If Esperanza is a sweet potato pie, then Aiko tastes like the rainbow. When you’re an unsolved mystery, people turn into detectives. How much do we actually know about celebs?
Why is Spalding so intriguing? Is it because the musician isn’t entirely forthcoming? Only a select few know about Esperanza’s secret. If Jhene Aiko demonstrates a willingness to learn, I’m sure Esperanza will divulge information.
I like Jhene because she thinks about the long haul. Take her ‘I Know’ music video for example. But you must live in the now!
In this day and age, pop culture has amassed untold riches and powers. Everything has a slant. If you want to be on top, grind the edges everyday.

Don’t just talk about it; determine what is your calling card. Aiko needs to focus first on the art like Esperanza. If she produces works of art, then she’ll be in the best position to take care of business down the line. It’s a long journey, but I believe these superstars are on the right track. 

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Kanye West and 60s/ 70s Music

BY: GURU JAY


I was born in the eighties but I still listen to music from the 60s and 70s. With Woodstock, the world’s nuclear proliferation of music climaxed at the height of the Vietnam War. During this time musicians revolutionized radio, while President Nixon secretly recorded Oval Office conversations.
Born in 1977, Kanye West listened to the Motown sound. Also, Chicago native Curtis Mayfield heavily influenced Kanye’s earlier work. From the beginning, West spoke his mind. And his big mouth got him into trouble after saying George Bush doesn’t care about black people.

The Champion rapper soon realized the power of free speech. Big Brother Jay Z treated Kanye as a son. That’s why West walks around calling himself Yeezus.
Apparently, the whole world’s fascinated with inflation. West’s claim to fame is his big ego. And Kim Kardashian built a big butt enterprise. Keeping up?
Hip-Hop fans know Kanye West samples 60s and 70s songs. I gotta find my Jackson 5 album. Who remembers the Beatles first tour to the states? 

It seems everyone was doing drugs. That’s why your parents lose their trains of thoughts and car keys.
Every music artist should pay homage to Bob Dylan, Brue Springsteen, and the Rolling Stones. Before this technological explosion, musicians like James Brown worked hard for the money. Have you seen the Get On Up movie?
The music industry has changed for the better. Although we can’t bring John Lennon back to life, we can choose to acknowledge music pioneers. Greats like Joe Cocker rejuvenated countless souls. Appreciate dynamic artistry while you can.

Back then, albums held true value. Remember Stevie Wonder’s Inner Visions and Marvin Gaye’s Inner City Blues. There is a high chance your favorite rap song contains musical content from this period.
Whether you like Kanye West or not, he has an excellent ear for music. West respects the legends from the 60s and 70s. Give him a break.

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Why Jimi Hendrix Was the Greatest

BY: GURU JAY

 He made the guitar talk!
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Do you like rock and roll? I like it when the band jumps into the crowd.Then, at the very end they smash the guitar to pieces and the stage catches on fire.
It’s well known that every rock star destroys property. Go inside a rock band’s hotel room. You’ll find that everything is broken because that’s how real rock stars roll.
Groupies are probably the best part of the tour. The majority of us live in a conformist society. So, alternative lifestyles are appealing to music fans.
Jimi Hendrix
Although Jimi Hendrix died in 1970, most of his groupies were born in the ‘80s and 90’s. Why is this the case? Jimi Hendrix was young at heart.
It’s unfortunate that his life was cut short. While Jimi’s body left the world when he was only 27, his spirit is still with us. His music lives forever. 
Hendrix was the greatest guitar soloist of all time. Contrary to popular belief, he didn’t play the electric guitar. No, the man played with electricity. 
He was more than a musician. Did you know he was a soldier? After getting arrested for theft, the judge said he could go to prison or enlist in the army.
What’s your favorite Jimi Hendrix song? Do you like Purple Haze? If you love music, listen to The Jimi Hendrix Experience.
Can you imagine Woodstock without the electric guitarist? Without question, Jimi Hendrix still has a strong impact on music. If I could time travel, I’d go back to 1970 and save Jimi Hendrix.
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