Martha Wash

I had the pleasure of hearing the incredible voice of Martha Wash last night at the Regent Theatre along with her fantastic band and backup singers. She started with a tune about it being her time to shine which we all have the ability to do. Believe in yourself, forget about what everyone else is doing, stop comparing yourself to others and focus on what you have to offer. Then do your own little dance, damn it.



Martha belts out Aretha Franklin's 1985 hit Freeway of Love.

Booker T. Jones

I'm so grateful to have seen Booker T. Jones once again last night at my favorite venue. Being at TCAN is like being in someone's basement with great artists performing just feet in front of you. Hearing his groovy organ playing the songs I love left me grinning throughout the whole show. Click on the photos to make them bigger.

Growing up in Memphis, he started in the biz at 15. Besides the Hammond, he also played his guitar for a number of tunes. Several standing Os were given along with tons of love. Thanks, Booker T.



Booker T. recorded Green Onions in 1962 at the age of 17.

now boarding

Everybody on board. Let's cha cha all the way to cha cha ville.


Choo Choo Cha Cha, The Rinky Dinks, 1959

Saturday morning dose of 1963

Comin' Down, Jackie Shane, 1963 (Learn about Jackie Shane)