@Auen1 🤣🤣🤣...I'm glad you like it. And yes, it is catchy. Cheers mate. Take care and GOD bless.  ... View more

@HunterPandora Neal Pert was, in my opinion, one of the top 2 drummers of all time. My favorite is Bonham from Led Zeppelin.  My take on Neal Pert (Personal opinion).  Precision and complexity: Peart was a master of technical drumming, known for his intricate time signatures and elaborate fills. Lyricist and intellectual: He wasn’t just the drummer—he wrote most of Rush’s lyrics, infusing their music with philosophical and literary depth. Live performances: His solos were legendary, often blending jazz, rock, and even electronic elements. John Bonham (Led Zeppelin) (Personal opinion) Raw power and groove: Bonham’s drumming was thunderous yet deeply musical. His feel was unmatched—just listen to “When the Levee Breaks” or “Good Times Bad Times.” Influence: He laid the foundation for hard rock and metal drumming. Countless drummers cite him as their primary influence. Innovation: Bonham’s use of triplets, ghost notes, and dynamic control made him a pioneer. If Peart was the architect, Bonham was the force of nature. Peart built cathedrals of rhythm; Bonham tore the roof off with soul and swagger. Choosing between them is like choosing between a Ferrari and a Mustang—both are iconic, just tuned differently.  Take care and GOD bless.  ... View more

@spirit, Hi Suzanne, It sounds like you’ve built a beautiful life in Colorado — 45 years is a long time to call a place home! And your music taste? Timeless. David Crosby and Tom Petty are such soulful choices — perfect companions for any mood. I’m really sorry to hear Pandora’s been cutting out after a minute. That’s incredibly frustrating, especially when music is such a comfort. If you saw something about this on Pandora’s intro page, it might be worth checking a few things: Make sure your browser is up to date Try disabling any ad blockers or extensions that might interfere Clear your cache and cookies Or try using the Pandora desktop app instead of the browser — sometimes that helps If none of that works, their support team might be able to dig deeper. You deserve uninterrupted tunes, especially with a playlist like yours. Take care and GOD bless.  ... View more

  Good Wednesday morning and afternoon, dear friend. Welcome to This Day In The History Of Music. Enjoy the read and the facts.  1.) On this day in 1846, Robert Alexander Schumann was born at Zwickau, Saxony, on June 8, 1810, and died at Endenich, near Bonn, on July 29, 1856. He began work on the Second Symphony in the latter part of 1845 and completed it the following year. Numbered second in order of publication, it was actually his third symphony to be composed, for both the First Symphony and the D minor (known in its revised and final form as the Fourth) had been written in 1841. Felix Mendelssohn conducted the first performance of the Second Symphony on November 5, 1846, at the Gewandhaus in Leipzig. The score calls for two each of flutes, oboes, clarinets, bassoons, horns, and trumpets, three trombones, timpani, and strings. 2.) On this day in 1955, the rebuilt Vienna State Opera reopens after being destroyed in World War II with Ludwig van Beethoven's "Fidelio." The stately Vienna State Opera House, once a symbol of cultural excellence, lay in ruins after World War II's devastating bombing. But on this momentous day, the curtains drew back, and the majestic opera house roared back to life with a triumphant performance of Beethoven's poignant opera, Fidelio! This symbolic rebirth marked a beacon of hope and resilience for the war-torn city, as the opera's themes of liberation and redemption resonated deeply with the Viennese people. The sold-out crowd, comprised of Vienna's elite and international dignitaries, was electrified by the emotional performance, which reaffirmed the opera's status as a cultural institution. 3.) On this day in 1956, "The Nat King Cole Show" debuted on NBC-TV in America. The Cole program was the first of its kind hosted by an African-American. 4.) On this day in 1960, Country & Western singer Johnny Horton was killed in a car crash. He had the 1959 US No.1 & UK No.16 single 'The Battle Of New Orleans'. 5.) On this day in 1966, The Monkees were at the top of the Billboard singles chart with ‘Last Train To Clarksville’, the group’s first No. 1. Bobby Hart, who co-wrote the song, got the idea for the lyrics when he turned on the radio and heard the end of The Beatles ' 'Paperback Writer '. He thought Paul McCartney was singing "Take the last train", and decided to use the line when he found out McCartney was actually singing 'Paperback Writer. ' 6.) On this day in 1967, Bee Gees member Robin Gibb was a passenger on a train that crashed in South East London in England, killing 49 people and injuring 78. Robin was treated for shock after the accident. 7.) On this day in 1971, Elvis Presley kicked off a 15-date North American tour at the Metropolitan Sports Center in Minneapolis. Announcer Al Dvorin uttered the well-known phrase: "Elvis has left the building" at the end of the show. He was asked to make the announcement in an effort to quiet the fans who continued to call for an encore. 8.) On this day in 1983, Billy Joel was at No.1 on the UK singles chart with 'Uptown Girl', which stayed at the top of the charts for five weeks. The song was initially written about his relationship with his then-girlfriend, Elle Macpherson, but it ended up also becoming about his soon-to-be wife, Christie Brinkley (both women being two of the most famous supermodels of the 1980s). 9.) On this day in 1986, Bobby Nunn of The Coasters died of heart failure in Los Angeles. The Coasters scored the 1958 US No.1 single 'Yakety Yak', 1959 US No.2 and UK No.6 single 'Charlie Brown', as well as 'Young Blood' and 'Poison Ivy'. 10.) On this day in 1987, following a 50-performance try-out at San Diego’s Old Globe Theatre, Into the Woods opened on Broadway at the Martin Beck Theatre (now the Al Hirschfield Theatre) on 5 November 1987, directed by James Lapine (who also wrote the book). The star name was Bernadette Peters as the Witch, who had previously worked with Sondheim and Lapine on Sunday in the Park with George, as well as starring in Mack and Mabel, Song and Dance, and more. The show ran for 765 performances. The production won three Tonys: Best Original Score, Best Book of a Musical, and Best Performance by an Actress in a Musical (for Joanna Gleason’s magnificent Baker’s Wife). However, it lost Best New Musical to The Phantom of the Opera. It also won five Drama Desk Awards, including Outstanding Musical, Outstanding Lyrics, and Outstanding Book of a Musical. The cast album won a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album. The production was taped for PBS’s American Playhouse series – the VHS/DVD has been a formative influence on many musical theatre performers and fans. Fun fact: Kim Crosby and Robert Westenberg, who played Cinderella and Cinderella’s Prince, fell in love in real life and, unlike their characters, lived happily ever after. When the production went on tour, jazz singer Cleo Laine played the Witch (her daughter Jacqui Dankworth played Cinderella in the original London production). Sondheim and Lapine worked together for a final time on Passion (1994), which can be interpreted as a dark fairy tale, with echoes of Beauty and the Beast. 11.) On this day in 1988, The Beach Boys went to No.1 on the US singles chart with 'Kokomo'; it peaked at No.25 in the UK. The track had been featured in the film Cocktail. 12.) On this day in 1988, 'The Locomotion ' became the first song to reach the US Top 5 in three different versions, when Kylie Minogue's reached No.3 on the US chart. Written by American songwriters Gerry Goffin and Carole King,  the song is notable for appearing in the American Top 5 three times – each time in a different decade: for Little Eva in 1962 and for Grand Funk Railroad in 1974. 13.) On this day in 1989, Former US Army Staff Sergeant Barry Sadler died at a Veterans Administration hospital in Nashville from complications brought on by an unexplained gunshot wound to the head, suffered 14 months earlier in Guatemala City. Sadler is best remembered for his hit 'The Ballad of the Green Berets', which stayed on top of the chart for five weeks in 1966. The song was also featured in the 1968 hit movie The Green Berets starring John Wayne. He was 49 years old at the time of his death.  14.) On this day in 1994, Sheryl Crow scored her first UK Top 10 single when 'All I Wanna Do' entered the charts at No.4. The US singer-songwriter went on to become the first US female to score six UK hits off her debut album, Tuesday Night Music Club. 15.) On this day in 2000, U2  went to No.1 on the UK album chart with 'All That You Can't Leave Behind', the Irish group's 8th UK No.1 album. Creed were at No.1 on the US singles chart with 'With Arms Wide Open'. 16.) On this day in 2002, the funeral took place of Jam Master Jay (Jason Mizell) from Run-DMC, who was murdered by an assassin's single bullet on 30th October 2002. A $30,000 reward was offered in connection with the murder; to this day, nobody has ever been convicted of the killing. 17.) On this sad day in 2003, Bobby Hatfield of The Righteous Brothers was found dead in a hotel room in Michigan, 30 minutes before he was due on stage, aged 63. The autopsy report from the Kalamazoo County Medical Examiner gave the opinion that Hatfield suffered a sudden, unexpected death due to acute cocaine toxicity. The Righteous Brothers had the 1965 UK & US No.1 single 'You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin', and the 1990 UK No.1 single Unchained Melody, first released in 1965, voted the No.1 love song of all time (unofficially) 18.) On this day in 2010, Keith Richards ' autobiography Life was at No. 1 on the New York Times Hardcover Nonfiction Bestseller list. The book by theRolling Stones guitarist went on to be a million-seller. 19.) On this day in 2021, ten fans died and hundreds more were injured during Travis Scott's performance at Astroworld Festival in Houston, Texas, when the crowd of 50,000 surged toward the stage, crushing the victims. Some audience members accused Scott and fellow rapper Drake of continuing to perform despite accounts of "lifeless bodies being passed through the crowd in full view of the stage". Houston's fire chief stated that Scott should have halted the show much earlier. 20.) On this day in 2021, ABBA  released their ninth and final studio album, Voyage, their first album in 40 years. They decided to make it while preparing for their show Voyage, which features digital avatars ("Abba-tars") of the band members. The album went to No. 1 in most European countries and also in Australia. 21.) On this day in 2022, Taylor Swift became the first artist to occupy the entire top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 in the same week with songs from her tenth studio album, Midnights, with 'Anti-Hero' at No.1. 'Anti-Hero' and Midnights marked the fourth time Swift had a No.1 album and song simultaneously. She won Album of the Year and Best Pop Vocal Album at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards (2024), making her the first artist to win the former category four times. Born On This Day In The Music World:  1.) Born on this day in 1494, Hans Sachs, German composer, playwright, shoemaker, and inspiration for "Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg" opera by Richard Wagner, born in the Free Imperial City of Nürnberg, Holy Roman Empire (d. 1576) 2.) Born on this day in 1666, Attilio Ariosti, Italian baroque composer (Court of the Kingdom of Prussia, 1697-1703), viola d'amore player, and harpsichordist, born in Bologna, Papal States (d. 1729) 3.) Born on this day in 1894, (Jacob) "Jan" Garber, American violinist and sweet jazz bandleader, born in Indianapolis, Indiana (d. 1977) 4.) Born on this day in 1911, Roy Rogers, singer and cowboy actor, was one of the most heavily marketed and merchandised stars of his era, as well as being the namesake of the Roy Rogers Restaurants franchised chain. He and his wife, Dale Evans, his golden palomino, Trigger, and his German Shepherd dog, Bullet, were featured in more than 100 movies & The Roy Rogers Show. The show ran on the radio for 9 years before moving to TV from 1951 - 1957. He scored 8 US Top 40 country hits. Rogers died of congestive heart failure on July 6, 1998. 5.) Born on this day in 1931, American musician, bandleader, songwriter, record producer, and talent scout Ike Turner. Best known for his 1966 UK No.3 single with Tina Turner, 'River Deep Mountain High', and the 1971 US No.4 single 'Proud Mary'. He was instrumental in the early careers of various blues musicians such as B.B. King, Howlin' Wolf, and Bobby "Blue" Bland. Turner was married fourteen times, often marrying another woman before divorcing his existing wife. Turner's cocaine addiction and legal troubles had an impact on his career. Addicted to cocaine for at least 15 years, Turner was convicted of drug offences and served 18 months in prison. Turner died on 12th Dec 2007 age of 76. 6.) Born on this day in 1941, American singer, actor, and poet Art Garfunkel. Between 1956 and 1962, with Paul Simon, the two performed together as "Tom & Jerry". Late, as Simon and Garfunkel, they scored the No.1 hits 'The Sound of Silence', 'Bridge over Troubled Water', and 'Mrs. Robinson's (written for the 1967 film The Graduate). Their 1970 album Bridge Over Troubled Water spent 307 weeks on the UK chart and won five awards at the 13th Annual Grammy Awards in 1971, including the Grammy Award for Record of the Year and Song of the Year. Garfunkel starred in two Mike Nichols films, Catch-22 (1970) and Carnal Knowledge (1971). He scored the solo, 1979 UK No.1 single 'Bright Eyes', which also appeared in the movie Watership Down. 7.) Born on this day in 1943, Pablo Gomez, from the Spanish beat group Los Bravos, who had the 1966 UK No.2 & US No.4 single 'Black Is Black'. They were the first Spanish rock band to have a UK & US hit single. 8.) Born on this day in 1947, Peter Noone, singer with English beat rock band, Herman's Hermits, who scored the 1964 UK No.1 single 'I'm Into Something Good' (cover of Earl-Jean's) and the 1965 US No.1 single 'Mrs Brown You've Got A Lovely Daughter'. 9.) Born on this day in 1956, British musician Helen O'Hara. She was a member and violinist of Dexys Midnight Runners from 1982 to 1987. They are best known in the UK for their songs 'Geno' and 'Come On Eileen', both of which reached No. 1 on the UK Singles Chart, and achieved six other top-20 singles. 'Come On Eileen' also topped the US Billboard Hot 100. After leaving Dexys, O'Hara worked with Graham Parker, Tanita Tikaram (with whom she recorded 'Good Tradition' and toured from 1988 to 1990), and Mary Coughlan. 10.) Born on this day in 1957, David Moyse, guitarist for the Australian soft rock band Air Supply, who scored the 1980 UK No.11 single 'All Out Of Love' and the 1981 US No.1 single 'The One That You Love'. 11.) Born on this day in 1957, Michael "Mike" Score, British rock guitarist (A Flock Of Seagulls - "I Ran (So Far Away)"), born in Beverly, Yorkshire, England. 12.) Born on this day in 1959, Canadian guitarist, singer, songwriter, record producer, and photographer Bryan Adams. He released his eponymous debut album at age 20. Reckless (1984) became the first album by a Canadian to be certified diamond in Canada and made Adams a global star; the album's six charting singles included 'Run to You' and 'Summer of '69'. His 1991 UK & US No.1 single '(Everything I Do)', I Do It For You', spent a record-breaking 16 weeks at No.1 in the UK (and reached No. 1 in at least 19 countries), plus he has scored over 15 other UK Top 40 singles and 3 UK No.1 albums. Adams has garnered many awards and nominations, including 20 Juno Awards among 56 nominations, and 15 Grammy Award nominations. 13.) Born on this day in 1971, English musician Jonny Greenwood, who is the lead guitarist and keyboardist of Radiohead. Their 1993 debut single 'Creep' was initially unsuccessful, but it became a worldwide hit several months after the release of their debut album, Pablo Honey. Their 1997 album OK Computer appeared in many 1997 critics' lists and listener polls for best album of the year. Greenwood has composed for orchestras including the London Contemporary Orchestra and the BBC Concert Orchestra. He released his first solo work, the soundtrack for the film Bodysong, in 2003 and wrote the score for the 2017 film Phantom Thread, which earned Greenwood his sixth Ivor Novello award. 14.) Born on this day in 1975, Lisa Scott-Lee, singer with British dance-pop group Steps. Between 1997 and 2001, Steps scored two No.1 singles in the UK, two No.1 albums, and 14 consecutive UK top 5 singles. In addition to earning a BRIT Award nomination in 1999 for Best Newcomer, the group would be an opening support act for Britney Spears on her debut American tour the same year. 15.) Born on this day in 1985, Australian singer Kate DeAraugo, the winner of the third season of Australian Idol in 2005. Her debut single, 'Maybe Tonight', in November 2005, debuted at No.1 on the Australian Charts and was certified platinum. Her debut album, A Place I've Never Been, was released in December 2005. 16.) Born on this day in 1987, American singer and actor Kevin Jonas, from American pop rock band Jonas Brothers, who had the 2009 US No.1 album Lines, Vines and Trying Times. They gained popularity from their appearances on Disney Channel. They starred in the 2008 Disney Channel Original Movie Camp Rock and its 2010 sequel, Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam. They also starred in their own Disney Channel series, Jonas. 17.) Born on this day in 2002, New Zealand music producer Jawsh 685. He made his breakthrough with the 2020 single ‘Savage Love (Laxed – Siren Beat)’ in collaboration with American R&B singer Jason Derulo, which reached No.1 in 17 countries. Have a blessed day. Take care and GOD bless.  ... View more

@Pandora, @AlyssaPandora, @TannerPandora, I will have to give your stations an ear for sure. Thank you for sharing. Here is my favorite.  Coffee House Radio Thumbs Up, this station has 107 songs. Take care and GOD bless.    ... View more

@AngelaMCmusic, It’s been a busy year with work — a blessing, really — and now things are gently winding down as winter approaches. I’ve truly enjoyed your music and your style; I believe I’ve collected five of your songs so far. Wishing you continued success in your music career. Take care, and God bless. ... View more

@HISMOMHERSON (Lauren) Hi! It’s great to meet you. I love your music taste — Light Pop, R&B, and Country make such a beautiful blend, and it’s awesome that you’re open to variety. Pandora really shines when it comes to mixing things up, and I totally agree — the variations it offers keep things fresh and fun. That’s so special that you’ve started a podcast with your son! Uploading it to Pandora is such a cool way to share your voice with the world. Wishing you both lots of joy and success on that journey! Take care and GOD bless.  ... View more

@RockFan89 I would have to agree with @TannerPandora on this one. I like the clearer and crisper sound. There are some songs by various artists that I do like in their live versions. But overall, I would have to go with the studio version.  Great post, take care, and GOD bless.  ... View more

@HunterPandora I also forgot to make mention of these two songs... YYZ by Rush. It is pretty much a drum solo.  Ticks & Leeches by TOOL.  Take care and GOD bless. ... View more

@JoshPandora nice choice with Skillet. Take care and GOD bless. ... View more

@AlyssaPandora Phil Collins was an excellent drummer. He does a great job with this song. I rate this in my top 20 drum songs. Great choice. Take care, dear friend, and GOD bless. ... View more

@Auen1 I sleep with my music on every night. I do remember waking up one night to this song Cold Song by Jewel. The song is funny, and just when she says, "Do you wanna catch a cold with me?" I woke up at that very moment, saying the same line...I just started laughing. How odd, or ironic, is that? I also woke up another time to a song that said, "Hey, you." And I responded What do you want? I think if my memory serves me correctly, it was Pink Floyd's song Hey You. Again, I just started laughing... Great post, thanks for sharing. Take care and GOD bless. ... View more

@AdamPandora Good afternoon, dear friend, I'm glad you like it, and I am also happy to help whenever I can my friend...You know the old saying, with time comes experience, and with experience comes smoother sailing... Take care and GOD bless.  ... View more

@HunterPandora I love this post...Here are my favorites...But I must say you have a great list... 1.) Stairway to Heaven (Remaster), Led Zeppelin. My favorite (it begins about 4:16, be patient, and you will be in for a treat) 2.) Tom Sawyer by Rush (This was close to being my #1, but only half the length of Stairway to Heaven) 3.) Black Dog (Remaster) by Led Zeppelin. 4.) Good Times Bad Times (Remaster) by Led Zeppelin.  5.) When the Levee Breaks (Remaster) by Led Zeppelin.  6.)  Come Sail Away by Styx. (Be patient 2:30)  7.) Lady by Styx.  8.) Roll with the Changes by REO Speedwagon.  9.) I Need You by Lynyrd Skynyrd.  10.) White Room by Cream.  Enjoy the music. Take care and GOD bless.  ... View more

@Landon_Fagan1 Spooky quiet...And relaxing. Take care and GOD bless. ... View more

@TannerPandora, I totally agree with you, there are several homes that I pass that could give you a good spook on any night during Halloween. The time, the effort, and the amount of decorations are truly mind-blowing... Take care and GOD bless.  ... View more

@TheLatverian Wow, this resonates deeply. I also use music to navigate my moods and moments—it's amazing how a single track can shift your whole mindset. Thanks for sharing your journey. Wishing you many more breakthroughs and beautiful beats ahead. And welcome to the Pandora community. Take care and GOD bless. ... View more

Good Thursday evening, dear friend. Here is something I would like to share with you. I hope it positively touches you.                                                                    “The Summit” I once stood in valleys veiled in mist, where shadows whispered, and dreams were missed. The bottle sang with a siren’s voice, but every sip stole a sacred choice. I wandered far from who I’d been, A stranger housed beneath my skin. Laughter faded, mirrors lied, and even hope had learned to hide. But somewhere deep, a spark remained— A flicker fierce, though faintly pained. It whispered, “Rise,” though I was low, and pointed where the brave ones go. So I climbed through storms and silent nights, through aching truths and inner fights—each sober step, a prayer, a plea, to find the soul God meant for me. Now I stand where eagles soar, not perfect, but so much more. The summit isn’t just the height— It’s seeing self in morning light. So if you’re lost or feel undone, know this path is not for one. We climb together, hand in hand, toward the life that still can stand. For 17 years, I can proudly say it has been GOD who has helped me stand. Have a blessed night, take care, and GOD bless. ... View more

@Pandora, @AdamPandora I love the 60's, 70's, 80's 90's era of music. Even the 2000's has some great hits as well. Take care and GOD bless.  ... View more