Category Archives: Music “Q”sings

PhilMaq.com Celebrates Its 12th Anniversary with “Thank Yous, Tags, and Mentions!!!”

Last week, an important date passed that I want to recognize: I just had a twelfth Anniversary for philmaq.com! Yes, that’s right! Its been twelve years since, after many years of some immediate family members suggesting that I put my … Continue reading

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Arriving Soon: A New “Thang” From Phil Maq!!!

Although, I personally haven’t reached the point where I feel bored, I have given some thought about how I can fill a music void in my life, and perhaps indirectly, others, too. That announcement will take place very soon! QQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQ … Continue reading

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Happy New Year: My New Year Resolution!!!

Another year is upon us, and tradition has it that I should make some type of resolution. I really haven’t done this before, so let me see what I can come up with. Lose some weight? Ha, ha! That’s a … Continue reading

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My Favorite Christmas Song This Year!!!

I’ve liked JD McPherson since I first heard him! Therefore, his retro sound on this brand new song, “All the Gifts I Need” from his album “Socks” makes it an easy choice! I like the little things that he brings … Continue reading

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Easy 8s Become Part of My Road Trip!!!

I am currently on the road, but I did have time to check out a band at The Rio Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas! These guys do a nice job reworking the Classic Rock sound while creating new originals, … Continue reading

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July 23, 1967: Detroit, Michigan-The Revolution in Song!

Fifty years ago on Sunday July 23, I would normally be at a baseball game. That was pretty much the pattern with my friends. If the Detroit Tigers were playing and I didn’t have any family plans, I would normally … Continue reading

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Sal and Dottie and Bob Silverberg: “Old and Gold” Remembered!!!

Somewhere after growing up listening to radio stations WABX, WKNR, WWWW, WLLZ, WRIF, and WCSX, and after “good” music continued to disappear from the Detroit area airwaves, the aural landscape seemed pretty bleak. Then something happened. I can’t honestly pinpoint … Continue reading

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Singer/Songwriter Sarah McQuaid Receives Lifetime Achievement Award!!!

(Sarah McQuaid with Andrew Cooke http://www.andrewcookeartist.com) maker and designer of her Lifetime Achievement Award from the Ards International Guitar Festival, Newtownards, Northern Ireland, (9th April)(Photo by Ards International Guitar Festival Director Emily Crawford.)   When I’m checking out music or trying to stay up … Continue reading

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Greg Kihn: Live Interview on “Theme Attic” Wednesday, May 24th!!!

The second time’s the charm! You remember Greg Kihn, don’t you? Well, if you don’t, here’s a few links to refresh your memory: Remember him now? Good! Join me for my interview with him today on “Theme Attic” from 10A-12 … Continue reading

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NACC: Where New Music Gets Reported!

For all musicians who release albums, it would be nice to know that your music is being received and appreciated—not only locally, but nationally and globally! That is one reason for the Philby Awards. Everyone likes recognition. Well, for those … Continue reading

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