Author Archives: PhilMaq

Random “Q”sings: Steve Holy, The JaneDear Girls, Steel Magnolia, Jason Aldean

Well, I finally broke down and decided to take in a day at the Detroit Country Hoedown. I chose last Sunday because of what I considered to be a pretty solid lineup. I arrived at the time slated for The … Continue reading

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Random “Q”sings: Hunter Hayes, Ke$ha, Justin Bieber, The Civil Wars

I’ve seen the video for “Storm Warning” by Hunter Hayes several times now. It’s a better than average country song that grows on you. I like the many varied weather descriptions in the lyrics: “Have you ever noticed every hurricane … Continue reading

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Random “Q”sings: Christina Perri, Rock Mafia, Miley Cyrus and Train

Let’s talk music videos today. I’ve had some of these thoughts built up for awhile so I’ve got to get them out! I’ve now seen the video for Christina Perri’s new song “Arms” from her upcoming new album release lovestrong. … Continue reading

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Random “Q”sings: George Bedard and the Kingpins, The Beatles

Last Saturday, April 23, I went to see George Bedard and the Kingpins perform at a local blues club. I hadn’t seen them for a couple of years, and it was great to get reacquainted with all of the guys, … Continue reading

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“Q”sings: A New Music Principle

I’m way overdue for another principle, so I’d better get to work. The next few principles are closely related and will seem like variations on a musical theme. As a matter of fact, this first point is going to seem … Continue reading

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Random “Q”sings: Lady Antebellum, Rock Mafia and Britney Spears

OK. I woke up this morning with “Run to You” by Lady Antebellum from their self-titled first album running through my head. I have no idea why since I hadn’t heard it in at least a couple of months. I’m … Continue reading

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Random “Q”sings: Thompson Square, The Beatles and Los Lonely Boys

Just saw the new video by Thompson Square for “I Got You,” their follow up to “Are You Gonna Kiss Me or Not.” It’s a real hoot! Although the title is similar to Sonny & Cher’s “I Got You, Babe,” … Continue reading

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“Q”sings: The First Music Principle

All right, where do I go from here? As much as I’d like to only talk about music, I’m going to resist that temptation and lay down some principles concerning music that I feel very strongly about. This is not … Continue reading

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“Q”sings: A BEGINNING

How do you start in the middle of something? I’ve been listening to music all of my life. I come from a musical family-not of a pedigreed musical lineage, but a home that always had music playing. I’m quite sure … Continue reading

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