#memory lane

What do you love now, that you hated when you were younger? I love avocados now. Hated them with a passion when I was younger. Actually, the same thing could be said for beets. Ironically, the story of how this hatred came about has a lot to do with my mother. Big ass surprise there. (more…)

Songs mean different things to different people. But science shows that for most, songs are tied to strong emotions, events, and memories. And hearing the song again can take one back to the moment that is inexorably tied to that music. Such is the case with this one song by E.L.O, otherwise known as the band Electric Light Orchestra. (more…)

Once around again – digging through the archives, this time with a post from this month, eighteen years ago. We’re going way back into the archives for this walk down memory lane. (more…)

Songs mean different things to different people. But science shows that for most, songs are tied to strong emotions, events, and memories. And hearing the song again can take one back to the moment that is inexorably tied to that music. Such is the case with this one song by E.L.O, otherwise known as the band Electric Light Orchestra. (more…)

I used to have an inside joke with my brother. Back in the day (1991 to be exact), we were stuck on a plane as teenagers flying to San Francisco, and the only movie playing was called “Once Around“. We did not watch it. If you look at the synopsis, you know why it would not have appealed. In homage to those bygone days, I decided to dig into the archives in a new series called Once Around…

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Pink Floyd's concert on a floating stage in Venice in 1989 is one of the band's most legendary and controversial shows.

On July 15, 1989, during the 'A Momentary Lapse of Reason' tour, Pink Floyd performed on a massive floating stage anchored in the lagoon, facing St. Mark’s Square.

The stage, built on barges, was enormous and featured a spectacular array of lights, lasers, and sound equipment.

More than 200,000 people gathered in the square, on bridges, rooftops, and boats in the lagoon. The concert was broadcast live on Italian television to millions of viewers around the world.

However, it sparked a lot of controversy. Many Venetians feared that the weight of the crowd and the vibrations would damage the historic buildings. The protests were so intense that the mayor and the entire city council ended up resigning after the event.

Despite the controversy, for fans it remains one of the most iconic and magical concerts in Pink Floyd’s history.

Once around again – digging through the archives, this time with a post from this month, eighteen years ago. We’re going way back into the archives for this walk down memory lane. (more…)