tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post9161001578626783541..comments2024-03-26T20:35:39.291-07:00Comments on STMcC Presents 'BATTLE OF THE BANDS': BOTB RESULTS -- 2017, DEC. 15: Or, KATHY MATTEA VERSUS JUBILANT SYKESStephen T. McCarthyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00249125637725791567noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-39065229320113237642018-01-16T21:07:47.192-08:002018-01-16T21:07:47.192-08:00This is a no-brainer for me. Tijuana Brass all the...This is a no-brainer for me. Tijuana Brass all the way. It's 3 fold really. First off ,I grew up as a trumpet player as a young man. Not feeling very cool as youngster ,this album cover added an element of cool to playing trumpet. Secondly, as stated above again this album cover was the beginnings of my young male lust as a 10 year old. The final capper is that I worked for Pat Senatore at Pasquale's jazz club in Malibu. Pat was Herb Albert's bass player. So all the way Jose, Love Potion for the win.LarryRguitarhttp://www.reverbnation.com/larryrguitarnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-12230014038716453412017-12-27T06:51:01.273-08:002017-12-27T06:51:01.273-08:00LEE ~
Yeah, no doubt. Just add a dog, a truck, and...LEE ~<br />Yeah, no doubt. Just add a dog, a truck, and a pint of whiskey and you've got yaself a Country-Western hit!<br /><br />FYI, a few teaspoons of baking soda mixed in about 5 ounces of water will eliminate heartburn in about 3 minutes. It eliminates heartache in about 5 minutes, and repairs a broken heart in 10.<br /><br />I'm not sure if ringing in the New Year in... NEW JERSEY!... is exactly setting a good tone for the rest of the year. But, hey, it's YOUR New Year.<br /><br />Truthfully, in my "youngerness", I LOVED long road trips. In my "non-youth", just the thought of one tires me out. I believe I've probably seen my last mile-burning road trip for pleasure. <br /><br />Safe travels, Buddy!<br /><br />~ Stephen <br /><b><a href="http://stephentmccarthyreviews.blogspot.com/2017/12/would-you-like-to-see-its-wonderful.html" rel="nofollow">See... 'It's A Wonderful Life' Come To Life</a></b>Stephen T. McCarthyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00249125637725791567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-19908339787814704652017-12-26T19:22:39.568-08:002017-12-26T19:22:39.568-08:00Here I am alone in a motel in Memphis after drivin...Here I am alone in a motel in Memphis after driving from Houston since 4:30 AM. Got woken up by a call on my cell phone and now here I sit with heartburn after my cheap fried seafood dinner from Captain D's trying to put myself to sleep by diddling on my super slow notebook computer. There's probably a song in this somewhere.<br /><br />"Blessed Assurance" was one of my favorite hymns when I was a child. Still like it. Couldn't listen to it on this computer, but that's the way it is for now.<br /><br />Have a happy New Year. I've still got miles to go before I get back home. Be spending the rolling in of 2018 with my daughters in NJ and then my wife will join me shortly thereafter. Then it's that long trip home. I'm getting too old for this.<br /><br />LeeArlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-82543298715080000342017-12-26T14:30:42.179-08:002017-12-26T14:30:42.179-08:00Hmmm.... I thought you were ALREADY doing that.
...Hmmm.... I thought you were ALREADY doing that.<br /><br /><br />~ D-FensDogG <br /><b><a href="http://stephentmccarthyreviews.blogspot.com/2017/12/would-you-like-to-see-its-wonderful.html" rel="nofollow">See... 'It's A Wonderful Life' Come To Life</a></b><br />Stephen T. McCarthyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00249125637725791567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-80199338710298871122017-12-24T10:22:09.198-08:002017-12-24T10:22:09.198-08:00Well, dang it! I don't understand it, but I...Well, dang it! I don't understand it, but I've lost more potential wives this way.<br /><br />~ D-FensDogG<br /><b><a href="http://stephentmccarthyreviews.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Stephen T. McCarthy Reviews...</a></b>Stephen T. McCarthyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00249125637725791567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-36305413863605705402017-12-24T10:09:28.480-08:002017-12-24T10:09:28.480-08:00Snakes? I think I'm busy. Sorry.Snakes? I think I'm busy. Sorry.Janie Junebughttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10573607241326291404noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-75952815125325075862017-12-24T07:13:50.232-08:002017-12-24T07:13:50.232-08:00Ha!-Ha! Well, I thank you, McITCHYFINGER! Yes, fin...Ha!-Ha! Well, I thank you, McITCHYFINGER! Yes, finding my mate was a long time in coming but here she is, and with dogs to marry my lonely snakes, too! WIN!-WIN!<br /><br />When looking for that perfect wedding gift, remember that you can never go wrong with the Family Size jug of Thunderbird.<br /><br />I will get a brief Yak-E sent to you later today. <br /><br />And, yes, my Brother, God bless Tiny Tim. I am thinking that for next year's Christmas edition of BOTB, I will put Nat King Cole's version of 'SILENT NIGHT' up against [Link> <b><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPprRVvl2vQ" rel="nofollow">Tiny Tim's rendition</a></b>, which is my all-time favorite recording of that song.<br /><br />Do you think Tiny could hang in there in a Battle against the Nat man?<br /><br />~ D-FensDogG<br /><b><a href="http://stephentmccarthyreviews.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Stephen T. McCarthy Reviews...</a></b>Stephen T. McCarthyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00249125637725791567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-35965050277100309182017-12-23T22:32:05.946-08:002017-12-23T22:32:05.946-08:00I didn't think you were EVER going to find you...I didn't think you were EVER going to find your match, but congrats on your impending nuptials! I understand that your gift registries are at "Total Wine and More," "Puptown Girl" pet store, and "Dick's Liquor" in La Jolla, CA. That will cover the whole gamut of necessaries.<br /><br />Merry Christmas, and God Bless Tiny Tim!Sheboyganboy Sixgun McItchyfingernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-80957642662605845192017-12-23T14:21:47.276-08:002017-12-23T14:21:47.276-08:00Awww, shucks, CATHY! I'm sure I must be beet-r...Awww, shucks, CATHY! I'm sure I must be beet-red right now.<br /><br />Well, thanks for the many kind words, my friend. And, yeah, I'm looking forward to the tax write-off. Ha!<br /><br />You, too, have a wonder-filled Christmas, a safe and healthy New Year's celebration, and I will catch up with you during your January 1st BOTB installment.<br /><br />Happy Trails To You Until We Meet Again!<br /><br />~ D-FensDogG<br /><b><a href="http://stephentmccarthyreviews.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Stephen T. McCarthy Reviews...</a></b>Stephen T. McCarthyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00249125637725791567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-47996531283639465502017-12-23T13:40:17.113-08:002017-12-23T13:40:17.113-08:00Stephen,
You're such a funny, funny man! That...Stephen,<br /><br />You're such a funny, funny man! That's not only part of your charm but why we love you. Please don't change a thing! The battle outcome went my way. So hooray for me and congrats to the victor! I hope you have a joyful Christmas. It sounds like you might get add your new bride and her dogs as tax write-off. Thanks to Janie's proposal. lol I look forward to sharing another fun year of battles (my next one is Jan. 1st) in 2018, dear friend and I hope God's blessing follow you in the new year with good health, much happiness, and success in all you do. MERRY CHRISTMAS!! Cathy Kennedyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01056276734145310231noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-7699112806431916622017-12-23T10:06:03.435-08:002017-12-23T10:06:03.435-08:00Actually, JANIE, I was thinking more like [Link>...Actually, JANIE, I was thinking more like [Link> <b><a href="https://s3.amazonaws.com/Ocoos_Sp_Content/2915/product/6-3e22b1c08ea53477506a47ddd0b295a2.jpg" rel="nofollow">the Silver Queen in Virginia City, NV.</a></b> Their <b><a href="https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1568/24593353562_cc5b94f1c3_b.jpg" rel="nofollow">bar</a></b> is literally right around one corner from the wedding chapel. Very convenient for both the wedding reception AND the honeymoon! <br /><br />Sure, bring the dogs! Might as well, since I'm bringing my snakes. <br /><br />~ Stephen<br /><b><a href="http://stephentmccarthyreviews.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Stephen T. McCarthy Reviews...</a></b>Stephen T. McCarthyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00249125637725791567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-68289620630091718462017-12-23T09:44:27.279-08:002017-12-23T09:44:27.279-08:00I'm usually free from 2 to 10. Florida or Cali...I'm usually free from 2 to 10. Florida or California wedding? Do you mind if the dogs join us on the honeymoon?Janie Junebughttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10573607241326291404noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-52948565511433229692017-12-23T09:28:54.471-08:002017-12-23T09:28:54.471-08:00For 2018, I'm sticking with ALWAYS using songs...For 2018, I'm sticking with ALWAYS using songs that I like - I'm never disappointed!<br /><br />Merry Christmas, brudder, and Happy New Year! Blessings upon blessings for you.<br /><br />Hugs, <br />CherdoCherdohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00264612202714933480noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-44158598669271575042017-12-22T15:05:38.378-08:002017-12-22T15:05:38.378-08:00Ha! Well, JANIE, when they've overrun the livi...Ha! Well, JANIE, when they've overrun the living room and begin encroaching into my bathroom space, I always know it's time to clean some dishes.<br /><br />My favorite bar is closed from 2 AM until 10 AM. So, if you're not doing anything between those hours, I'm also free for a marriage. Open bar at the wedding reception, right?<br /><br />~ D-FensDogG<br /><b><a href="http://stephentmccarthyreviews.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Stephen T. McCarthy Reviews...</a></b>Stephen T. McCarthyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00249125637725791567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-72174573710412382017-12-22T15:01:51.114-08:002017-12-22T15:01:51.114-08:00WILD THING, I'm good with calling it a victory...WILD THING, I'm good with calling it a victory for S&G. They are one of my favorites from that era and genre!<br /><br />Sexy? Ha! If that ship ever was in port, I'm afraid it sailed long, long ago. I'm satisfied to merely still have some of my real teeth and real hair attached.<br /><br />Have a Merry Christmas and stay safe on those highways this coming year.<br /><br />~ D-FensDogG<br /><b><a href="http://stephentmccarthyreviews.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Stephen T. McCarthy Reviews...</a></b>Stephen T. McCarthyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00249125637725791567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-42005670743623004002017-12-22T14:58:37.954-08:002017-12-22T14:58:37.954-08:00Wilshire? Never heard of it.
Yeah, JOHN, my forma...Wilshire? Never heard of it.<br /><br />Yeah, JOHN, my formative years were spent in Santa Monica, about a block North of Venice. ...That might account for some things.<br /><br />Thanks, Brother! And a very Merry Christmas to you also, with a healthy and happy 2018 thrown in to boot!<br /><br />~ D-FensDogG<br /><b><a href="http://stephentmccarthyreviews.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Stephen T. McCarthy Reviews...</a></b>Stephen T. McCarthyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00249125637725791567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-17246039526662399272017-12-22T14:34:09.470-08:002017-12-22T14:34:09.470-08:00You were doing the dishes???
Will you marry me?
...You were doing the dishes???<br /><br />Will you marry me?<br /><br />Love,<br />JanieJanie Junebughttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10573607241326291404noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-76344809000387617642017-12-22T13:39:26.057-08:002017-12-22T13:39:26.057-08:00I forgot to post a results of my battle; hmm, I...I forgot to post a results of my battle; hmm, I'm not even sure who got the most votes. Probably Simon and Garfunkle. Oh well, we'll just go with that :)<br /><br />Sweet Blessings on you this holiday season!! Stay warm, "dry", and sexy.dolorahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08715849844092553699noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-14421209833926674862017-12-22T12:09:20.231-08:002017-12-22T12:09:20.231-08:00I knew you were in Southern California, but didn&#...I knew you were in Southern California, but didn't realize you were in Santa Monica. Our office was in West LA, and I used to stay at the Huntley on Wilshire when I was there. How 'bout that?<br /><br />Merry Christmas, Stephen, and best wishes for a blessed 2018.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-42071944353454375012017-12-22T11:42:59.524-08:002017-12-22T11:42:59.524-08:00HA!-HA! [:^D
Well... you're probably right. I...HA!-HA! [:^D <br />Well... you're probably right. I was trying to give you the benefit of the doubt.<br /><br />~ D-FensDogG<br /><b><a href="http://stmccpresentsbattleofthebands.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">STMcC Presents 'Battle Of The Bands'</a></b>Stephen T. McCarthyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00249125637725791567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-23446252423469595212017-12-22T10:10:10.791-08:002017-12-22T10:10:10.791-08:00On the contrary, I didn’t think I sounded that goo...On the contrary, I didn’t think I sounded that good.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-14354451676482318382017-12-22T09:04:28.274-08:002017-12-22T09:04:28.274-08:00POSTSCRIPT:
Nappy could give Barney Fife a run for...POSTSCRIPT:<br />Nappy could give Barney Fife a run for his money in the Bad Singing category. He knows it, too! Just ask him.<br /><br />~ D-FensDogGStephen T. McCarthyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00249125637725791567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-15814046486798628602017-12-22T09:00:21.752-08:002017-12-22T09:00:21.752-08:00Trainyard Julio ~
I had the soloist spot nailed do...Trainyard Julio ~<br />I had the soloist spot nailed down until Jubilant pulled his Black Privilege card and stole it from me! I've been a Nazi racist ever since.<br /><br />Ha!-Ha!<br /><br />It's true that we really were both in the same Boys Chorus, and it's true that Jubilant was our primary male soloist. Me they hid in the back, and I fully understand why. No grudge held. (Still, I could sing circles 'round Nappy, who -- the poor guy -- can't even pull off a non-flat "Happy Birthday". But tough guys don't sing, right?)<br /><br />~ D-FensDogG<br /><b><a href="http://stephentmccarthyreviews.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Stephen T. McCarthy Reviews...</a></b>Stephen T. McCarthyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00249125637725791567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3043167264059951487.post-25225812292529754952017-12-22T08:48:07.788-08:002017-12-22T08:48:07.788-08:00Well, I'm not happy about the outcome, but I&#...Well, I'm not happy about the outcome, but I'm happy that that Magic 8-Ball finally started pulling its weight. Who'da thunk it was such a Debbie Downer, though?<br /><br />So wait, you and Jubilant Sykes tried out for the Boys Chorus; he made it and you didn't? Well, I think we all know why the black guy stole that spot away from you.<br /><br />...Because he clearly had the better voice and he's insanely talented. What did you think I was going to say?<br /><br />(What an awesome fun fact)A Beer for the Showerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17029139745335325356noreply@blogger.com