August 2, 2011
“Eat the rich!”
Welcome back Dear Reader; and Happy August to you. While I have long maintained that happiness (as in: “the pursuit of...”) is highly overrated, I do sincerely hope that you are now and have been playing it cool... all the way; and I submit this small buffet of thought.
A quarter of a century ago, the phrase, “eat the rich” first entered my consciousness by way of a song which was written and recorded by one of America's truest originals. Though firmly cast in the archetypical mold of 'Man with a guitar', the artist known as, Blackberri can be considered one of the last pioneers – an openly gay, black feminist man. The liner notes of, Blackberri & Friends: Finally [1981 BEA B. QUEEN RECORDS] declares that, “Blackberri is also one of the few humane human beings that realize the healing power of laughter, music & dance.”
Have Healing, Dear Reader. Laugh and let nothing steal your joy. The funniest part of all of this...? The Truest Joy Is In The Knowing That: “God confronts the evildoers, to destroy all memory of them from the face of the earth.” This awareness seems to only come the hard way. And it has been coming for a long, long time. It's been pointed out that we seek signs... although we've been warned against such...
If any of you Dear Readers would deny that the debt-ceiling debacle ultimately is not about the wealthiest of our compatriots' greed... then I prayerfully say that, you really should get out of the cave more often. I could show you the way.
Pay attention to Comments below. In the meantime, please do dig the ancient and prophetic voice of, Blackberri & Friends: Finally, as they regale you with the stone soul picnic of, “Eat The Rich.” I've served it up on my very own Playlist, on my Main Page.
Peace & Pops,
Esquizito
Maison Musique, New Orleans
afroamericanmusic101.com
My Catalogue of CD's Available Thru A Locally Owned & Operated Retailer Worthy of Your Support:
http://www.louisianamusicfactory.com/showoneprod.asp?ProductID=5533
MOMENTS OF SOUND: ESQUIZITO 1996-2006 is now available in Digital Download thru:
Amazon, iTunes, Emusic, Shockhound, Lala and, Rhapsody - which like iTunes, you would search for: esquizito.
LAST LAUGH: (to keep from cryin') The latest addition to the, "Truest Words Ever Spoken" Archives,
“Now listen, this isn’t the greatest deal in the world" – John Boehner, (a name I can't help but read as, John B****.) [St. Danny help us in the struggle against the ignorance of censorship.]
Views: 17
Tags: armstrong, boehner, debt-ceiling, eat-the-rich, god, hunger, jazz, obama, poverty, satchmo-summer-fest-'11, More…
Comment
-
Comment by Esquizito on August 5, 2011 at 6:48pm -
"Seems to me, it aint the world that's so bad but what we're doin' to it.
And all I'm saying is, see, what a wonderful world it would be if only we'd give it a chance.
Love baby, love. That's the secret, yeah. If lots more of us loved each other,
we'd solve lots more problems. And man this world would be a gassuh...!"
Love & Gratitude to you, Pops.
Not a whole lot has changed down here, but... many of us are still working on it!
photo: Ted Quant
-
Comment by Esquizito on August 3, 2011 at 8:48am
-
~+~
From The Desk of Robert Reich:
"Anyone who characterizes the deal between the President, Democratic, and Republican leaders as a victory for the American people over partisanship understands neither economics nor politics.
The deal does not raise taxes on America’s wealthy and most fortunate — who are now taking home a larger share of total income and wealth, and whose tax rates are already lower than they have been, in eighty years. Yet it puts the nation’s most important safety nets and public investments on the chopping block.
It also hobbles the capacity of the government to respond to the jobs and growth crisis. Added to the cuts already underway by state and local governments, the deal’s spending cuts increase the odds of a double-dip recession. And the deal strengthens the political hand of the radical right."
FESS...!!
He's The Real Thing. Check him out!
Don't cost you nothin'.
Peace & Pops,
E.
-
Comment by Esquizito on August 3, 2011 at 8:06am
-
~+~
Who would have thought that, an artist such as Blackberri to be the bringer of such enlightenment to the "head bangers?" i.e. Motorhead, Krokus, and Aerosmith have all recorded songs which they entitled, "Eat The Rich."
Who...? Danny Barker.
Well, Mr. Barker was well aware that you can go a long way wearing a comic mask. This next one goes a long way, a terrifically divine comedy that only the English can bring. Sit back, relax... and, Eat The Rich.
Laughin' all the way...
The Jazz Network is exactly what the title suggests, a place where you get to mix and mingle with those who have not only an appreciation for Jazz but a forum to hear new up and coming artists as well. I've hooked up with so many of my old friends that I've lost contact with over the years here and it's been a great place to meet folk, appreciate good music and Musicianship. What an incredible idea!!
Badge
Click the image to give us your ideas for great festivals, events, fundraisers, sponsors, investors, etc. Let's combine our databases to bring us all to the next level of networking!
RSS
Pat Metheny And John Zorn: A Vivid Sound World
The two artists are known opposites in the world of instrumental music. On Metheny's latest, the jazz guitarist wrings an unexpectedly visual listening experience from Zorn's knotty compositions.Sarah Vaughan: A New Box Set Revels In Glorious Imperfections
Divine: The Jazz Albums, 1954-1958 packs four CDs with Vaughan's music, recorded live or in the studio with bands big and small. Two live albums from Chicago nightclubs are standouts, partly when a performance threatens to slide off the rails.Rudresh Mahanthappa On Piano Jazz
Mahanthappa brings an explosive blend of jazz and South Indian classical music to the studio.Grady Tate On Piano Jazz
Grady Tate began his jazz career as a much-celebrated drummer, backing such icons as Wes Montgomery, Ella Fitzgerald, and Quincy Jones. Tate has since traded in his skins for a microphone at center stage, where he delivers smooth and soulful baritone vocals. With pianist John di Martino, Tate sings "Everybody Loves My Baby" and "Where Do You Start."Woody Herman At 100: 'A Blues Player From His Heart'
He was a soulful reedman, an amazing talent scout for decades and a bandleader of one of the country's most popular acts. Born in 1913, Herman led "Thundering Herds" that were both big draws and well-respected by the likes of Igor Stravinsky. Here are five recordings which still sound fresh today.© 2013 Created by Jaijai Jackson.
googled77eeec400d24e5e.html
You need to be a member of THE JAZZ NETWORK WORLDWIDE "A GREAT PLACE TO HANG" to add comments!
Join THE JAZZ NETWORK WORLDWIDE "A GREAT PLACE TO HANG"