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On February 4, 1983, Karen Carpenter — the angelic voice behind The Carpenters and one of the most recognizable vocalists of the 1970s — died at the age of 32. With timeless hits like Close to You and We've Only Just Begun, Karen's warm contralto and vulnerable delivery defined a generation of soft rock and pop, even as she quietly battled a devastating eating disorder behind the scenes. Her death from heart failure due to complications of anorexia nervosa shocked the world, bringing unprecedented attention to the disease—yet her music endures as a poignant reminder of both her extraordinary gift and her silent struggle. Hosts: Jason Beckerman & Derek Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

El profesor de inglés, traductor, músico y agitador cultural Philip MacConnell nos invita a sumergirnos en las letras de canciones famosas.En esta ocasión repasa canciones publicadas en el año 1970. Suenan Free (All Right Now), George Harrison (My Sweet Lord), The Supremes (Stoned Love) y The Carpenters (We're Only Just Begun).También hablamos de Porfa (Dicen), DelaCueva (Así Bailaban Los Muertos), Ziro (El Festival), Endorphin Shot (River), White Coven (Summer Groove), Santiago Auserón (Alboarada En Tono Menor FEAT Annie B Sweet), Conociendo Rusia (Loco En El Desierto), Bruce Springsteen (Adelita) y John Lennon (New York City).

Send us a textIn this episode, we take a heartfelt and critical look at one of the most beloved yet underappreciated duos in pop music history: The Carpenters. With Karen Carpenter's hauntingly beautiful voice and Richard's lush arrangements, The Carpenters defined a generation of soft rock and adult contemporary music. So why haven't they been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?We explore their groundbreaking influence, commercial success, and the cultural biases that may have kept them on the sidelines. From their string of chart-topping hits like “Close to You” and “We've Only Just Begun” to Karen's lasting impact on female vocalists, we ask: what exactly is rock and roll—and who gets to decide?Join us as we dissect the legacy of The Carpenters, the Hall's long history of snubs, and the ever-blurring boundaries of pop, rock, and respect.IF YOU LIKE THIS WEEKS EPISODE HELP US GROW THIS PODCAST BY RATING, SUBSCRIBE, AND FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @MARYBS5THSON. FINALLY, PLEASE SHARE THIS PODCAST WITH THOSE YOU LOVE TO HELP US CONTINUE TO CREATE CONTENT FOR YOU TO ENJOY EVERY SUNDAY MORNING OR ANYTIME! 

The Jade - Change! David Morales/Jason Walker - Tuesday,Ziggy Funk - What You Afraid Of (The Mike Dunn Blackball Radio Edit),Mike Millrain - Inside Your Soul (Deep Bud Dub),Djsakisp - Get Away From Here (Original Mix),MDFC feat. Joe Roberts - Shante,Reverendos of Soul/Sheree Hicks - Wasted Time (Micky More & Andy Tee Extended Mix),Sonic Soul Orchestra - Wake Up (S.K.O.D. Edit),Joey Musaphia - I Miss You,Yooks/Ellis Aaron - Do It For The Soul,Ralphi Rosario/Eric Kupper - Take Me Up,Delmonte - Dankie (Radio Edit),Mckenzie & Gardiner feat. Shelley Hicks - Hold On Tight (ReDux),Manfredo Fest - Jungle Kitten,Alexander Flood - Vibração (Kaidi Tatham Remix),Chantay Savage - Still (Terry Hunter Radio Edit),The Jacksons - Good Times,John Edwards - Tin Man,Tres-Men - I Wouldn't Change A Thing,Rhapsody - You Never Know,The Jade - Si No Me Quieres Esperar,Change feat. Tanya Michelle Smith - Unconditional Love,George Benson - Kisses In The Moonlight,Glenn Jones - We've Only Just Begun,

The sounds of piano music welcomed the ladies of the Floresville Musical Club to the final meeting of the year being held at the charming Dewees-Remschel House. Bonnie Byrne entertained the members with “You are Always on My Mind,” “Crazy,” and “We've Only Just Begun,” to name a few. After socializing, the May 13 meeting was called to order by Past President Sarah Gella. Following the blessing, Sarah welcomed the “River City Winds,” a trio of very talented musicians who were presenting our program. Members introduced their guests. Judy Whitley, hostess chair, was presented along with her hostesses, Donna Fix,...Article Link

Paul Williams is an Oscar, Grammy, and Golden Globe award-winning composer, songwriter, and musician. He is known for writing and co-writing popular songs such as “Evergreen”, “We’ve Only Just Begun”, and “Rainbow Connection”. Williams wrote the score and lyrics for renowned films such as the 1976 adaptation of “A Star is Born”, “The Muppet Movie”, “The Muppet Christmas Carol”, “Bugsy Malone”, and “The Phantom of the Paradise”. His songs have been recorded by legendary artists such as Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, and The Carpenters. As an actor, Williams has appeared in numerous high profile films and TV shows such as the 1973 “Battle for the Planet of the Apes”, “Smokey and the Bandit”, “Phantom of the Paradise”, and “Baby Driver”. His illustrious career spans generations and includes titans of both the music industry and Hollywood. Currently, Williams is the president and chairman of the ASCAP, the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Close to You is the breakthrough album by the American pop duo The Carpenters, consisting of siblings Karen and Richard Carpenter. Marking their second studio release, the album propelled them into the spotlight with its soft pop sound, lush orchestration, and Karen Carpenter's signature warm, melancholic vocals.The album features the iconic title track "(They Long to Be) Close to You," written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David, which became a number-one hit and earned the duo two Grammy Awards. Another standout single, "We've Only Just Begun," also became a wedding standard and a top-charting success.With a blend of pop, soft rock, and easy listening, Close to You captures the early '70s zeitgeist of romantic optimism and gentle melodies. The album's polished production, melodic arrangements by Richard Carpenter, and Karen's emotionally resonant voice established The Carpenters as leading figures in the adult contemporary genre.Listen to the album on Apple MusicListen to the album on SpotifyWhat did you think of this album? Send us a text! Support the showPatreonWebsitePolyphonic Press Discord ServerFollow us on InstagramContact: polyphonicpressmusic@gmail.comDISCLAIMER: Due to copyright restrictions, we are unable to play pieces of the songs we cover in these episodes. Playing clips of songs are unfortunately prohibitively expensive to obtain the proper licensing. We strongly encourage you to listen to the album along with us on your preferred format to enhance the listening experience.

Author Lucy O'Brien reveals the real story of Karen Carpenter in her book; Lead Sister. All the interviews at http://www.popthehistorymakers.comKaren Carpenter was one half of the sibling duo The Carpenters, who rose to fame in the 1970s with hits like Close to You and We've Only Just Begun. Known for her rich, melancholic voice and exceptional drumming skills, Karen helped define the Carpenters' distinctive sound. Despite their success, Karen struggled with anorexia nervosa, which tragically led to her death in 1983 at the age of 32.In 2023, British author and journalist Lucy O'Brien published Lead Sister: The Story of Karen Carpenter, a biography that explores Karen's life and legacy beyond the often-simplified narrative of her as a victim. O'Brien, who began her career in music journalism in the 1980s with NME and The Guardian, is known for her work on women in music, including She Bop: The Definitive History of Women in Rock, Pop, and Soul (1995) and biographies of Dusty Springfield, Annie Lennox, and Madonna. Lead Sister draws on fresh interviews with friends and collaborators, highlighting Karen's influence as a singer, drummer, and producer. The book was named a Times Book of the Year and has been praised for its insightful and compassionate portrayal of Karen Carpenter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textOn this Episode Part 2, Tom and Bert continue review and discuss the Inspiration behind some of the Greatest Recordings by Singer/Songwriters ever.What inspires Songwriters and how they create, write and compose their hits is truly a calling. Like writing a novel, writing music is a skill that requires a vision, imagination and creativity!Here are more of these songs and the backstory that brought us these masterpieces.Chapter Highlights:(:52) "Candle in the Wind" (Princess Di) by Elton John(4:21) "Wild Horses" by The Rolling Stones(5:23) "Go your own Way" by Fleetwood Mac(9:06) "Don't Stop Believin" by Journey(11:42) "Me and Mr. Jones" by Amy Winehouse(16:27) "All of Me" by John Legend(19:25) "We've Only Just Begun" by The Carpenters(24:28) "Come Together" by The Beatles(28:51) "Green River by Creedence Clearwater Revival(32:40) "We Will Rock You" by QueenEnjoy the show!You can email us at reeldealzmoviesandmusic@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page, Reel Dealz Podcast: Movies & Music Thru The Decades to leave comments and/or TEXT us at 843-855-1704 as well.

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[SEGMENT 2-1] From Ruin to Renewal 1 Where are the Trump naysayers? I know many still exist, though most have been silenced. This includes RINOs who aided Democrats in plotting the demise of Trump and MAGA. I spoke of the NeverTrumpers recently. They now want back on the wagon, as they continue to plot against President Trump and his agenda. Still, many of them have been silenced, as they watch the difference between competence and failure. Look at what the Left have learned about Biden over the past year. And what of all the reveals to come? How could you possibly have supported this idiot and his agenda. While many on the Left continue with their muscle-memory to oppose Trump, they now catch themselves, course-correct, and rethink their knee-jerk lunacy. Take for example all the outspoken entertainers and Hollyweirdos. For the most part, they have kept a sock in their pie holes as it relates to Trump. It's difficult to criticize the man when you have Biden to whom you can compare him. Also, we know that most of these Tinseltown twits virtual-signal publicly while privately supporting Trump's policies. Even they look at the hard-core idiots like DeNiro and Stephen King as too far gone. Many of these pansy-asses exist, awaiting the moment they can proclaim that they never supported Biden, Kamala, or the Democrats. Trump will be the new fashion for 2025, as the closet-MAGA fakes simmer. As soon as Trump does something “Trumpian”, they will pretend they've been down with Trump since circa 2016. “We had his back!” And Trump will have many opportunities. He could end Biden's proxy war with Russia. He's already making moves on the Chinese with trade and the Panama Canal. And in the words of The Carpenters, “We've Only Just Begun”.     I saw a stat that read: From 2021-24, approximately 6% of new jobs added by S&P 100 companies went to white males  [SEGMENT 2-2] From Ruin to Renewal 2   What's your plan to make your life better next year? Let's begin there, because without that you can't help others. If you haven't thought about it, and put it on paper with ACTION ITEMS, please do so. Help yourself FIRST. Then do that thing that is required for real happiness: help others. Make a plan for that. It takes a LOT less than you think. A phone call, a note in the mail, and occasionally financial help. But don't rely on the money aspect first. It's usually just letting people you love know that you're thinking about them. You're all special. But in 2025 I challenge you to be better. Not because we are measuring, because the measurement is in how YOU feel. I'm not judging. But I know God has given you much. Share it.     In a time of seismic shifts and reckonings, Americans stand at the precipice of profound change. Looking back at what we leave behind, we see a trail of political deceit, cultural absurdity, and institutional failures that have scarred the nation's history. But alongside this retrospective, there are memories we refuse to let fade—hard lessons and pivotal moments that underscore the resilience of truth. And on the horizon, a brighter future glimmers, with opportunities to rebuild on the foundation of accountability and common sense. Leaving the Past in the Dust  [SEGMENT 2-3] From Ruin to Renewal 3   Barack Obama's legacy is finally unraveling. Once hailed as a transformative figure, his impact now reveals cracks in the facade. From economic stagnation to divisive rhetoric, Obama's tenure ultimately set the stage for his handpicked successor, Joe Biden, who amplified the damage. Biden's presidency—a product of the political maneuvering orchestrated by Obama—exemplifies the erosion of American leadership. Together, they'll be remembered as the "Dynamic Duo Dingbats," emblematic of what went wrong. The Clintons, too, have been relegated to history's dustbin. Their attempt to align their name with families like the Rockefellers or the Kennedys faltered under the weight of corruption and scandal. Hillary's loss to Trump was the final nail in the coffin for Clintonism, a political dynasty undone by its hubris. Gone, too, is the outdated notion that Trump can't lead Republicans to victory. The old-guard Republicanism—rooted in compromise and tepid policy—has been supplanted by a new era of bold, unapologetic conservatism. MAGA has meaning, and unlike the Tea Party movement, MAGA has staying power. Americans have also turned their backs on the once-trustworthy media, preferring MAGA influencers for their truth. Years of lies and selective reporting have shattered any credibility these institutions once held. Few people believe the NY Times, WaPo, CNN, and the like. The numbers prove it and Van Jones said it recently [X] SB – Van Jones on media     "Belief in the science," as weaponized by Leftists, has similarly crumbled. From gender ideology to the mishandling of COVID-19, the so-called experts—whether in the FDA, NIH, or DOJ—have proven untrustworthy. Their failures are etched into the collective memory of a populace betrayed by those they were told to trust. Likewise, Leftist platitudes such as "saving democracy" and "for the greater good" have lost all meaning, exposed as cynical tools to silence dissent.     Perhaps most importantly, the tide is turning against the Left's normalization of the sexualization of children and the creeping acceptance of pedophilia. Criminals in government and culture will find their time is up as the public demands accountability. Lessons We Must Remember Julian Assange's plight stands as a stark reminder of what happens to those who challenge the status quo. His detention stifled stories that could have unveiled further corruption, particularly surrounding the Biden family. Similarly, the Left's denial of Biden's incompetence and corruption remains a damning testament to media complicity. How is it that the Bidens managed to dodge scrutiny while seemingly laundering half of Beijing's treasury? The Biden crime family's antics could fill a Netflix series—and probably should. As you consider what Assange might have accomplished if not tethered to the Ecuadorian embassy, remember all that our media didn't do. Meanwhile, the DOJ's relentless targeting of Trump, aided by state-level cronies in New York and Georgia, underscores the weaponization of the justice system. Their lawfare campaign has been nothing short of historic—an epic quest to find something, anything, to pin on Trump. Yet every grand charge against him has collapsed like a Jenga tower at a kid's birthday party. It's almost comical to watch prosecutors argue, “This time, we've got him!” only for Trump to moonwalk out of the courtroom. And then there's Trump himself, the ultimate troll. Who else could turn working at McDonald's into a political flex? While Leftists mocked him flipping burgers, Trump spun it as a symbol of his connection to the average American. Let's not forget his sanitation stint—cleaning up the political trash Leftists left behind—a metaphor so on point it deserves an Emmy. Every one of Trump's antics serves a purpose: to troll, to entertain, and most importantly, to expose the absurdity of his detractors. Speaking of absurdity, remember when Ketanji Brown Jackson couldn't define a woman during her confirmation hearings? That moment alone should be preserved in the Smithsonian as a cultural artifact of wokeism's peak. Meanwhile, Biden's record-setting pardons—37 criminals off death row and counting—have set a new standard for tone-deaf governance. By the time he's done, Biden's pardon list might include the guy who stole your lunch at work. And let's not forget Hollywood's Diddy scandal and the still-unreleased Epstein list. These dark secrets promise to unravel networks of power and corruption, implicating everyone from studio execs to politicians. Every day that list stays hidden is another day the internet's conspiracy theorists sharpen their memes. [SEGMENT 2-4] From Ruin to Renewal 4 Jimmy Carter died over the weekend. I would never celebrate a person's death, but I have to say I'm not unhappy that he's gone. Democrats milked that man for decades, and he was one of the worst presidents in history. Education Department was started by him. The Department of Energy. Who can forget the hostage crisis, and how he allowed Muslim fundamentalists to start terrorizing the world? I know he built a few poor people some houses, but it doesn't undo all the damage he did as president. Carter was the first president Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-kevin-jackson-show--2896352/support.

The Story behind Hushabye by The Mystics Connect the Dots This Week in Music History The Five Second Quiz Graham Nash remembers playing clubs and pubs with Alan Clarke before The Hollies Tribute to Quincy Jones Behind the Hits - We've Only Just Begun by The Carpenters

Send us a textOn this episode, Tom and Bert discuss and review the Top "Make Out Songs" from the decade of the 1970's!The 1970's were arguably the greatest decade for "make out" and "love songs".From the 1970's Jackson 5 Hit, "I'll Be There" (5:50); to The Chairmen of the Board's, "Give Me Just a Little More Time" (7:23); and The Carpenter's, "We've Only Just Begun" (8:30); to....John Denver's classic "Take Me Home Country Roads" (10:08); to Marvin Gaye's all time classic, "What's Going On" (11:50); to The Moody Blues' "Night's in White Satin" (17:00);And other great songs like Abba's "Dancing Queen" (26:55); Jimmy Buffett's "Margaritaville" (28:21); and Gloria Gaynor's all time Anthem, "I Will Survive" (35:00);Then the Guys close the show with a discussion about You Tube Video "Reactions" from some streamers discussing Songs that they heard for the first time and reacting to them and we wrap it up with our top "Honorable Mentions" Make out Songs ending Part 1. Enjoy the show!You can email us at reeldealzmoviesandmusic@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page, Reel Dealz Podcast: Movies & Music Thru The Decades to leave comments and/or TEXT us at 843-855-1704 as well.

I discovered this track on a WB compilation set named “My Mind Gets High”, and boy… upon hearing this cut did I ever started experiencing flashbacks. In 1968, The Holy Mackerel was explicitly created as a vehicle for young, up and coming singer-songwriter Paul Williams, whose heavily processed vocal, along with the sitar, places this psychedelic artifact squarely into its late 60s time zone, and although I didn't start my hallucinogenic experiments until a bit later (around 1970), Wildflowers sonic acid bath trips me out nostalgically. Paul Williams became a household name in the 1970s when his elfin voice and tiny stature captured America's imagination on tv, radio, and film. It didn't hurt that he had a prodigious songwriting talent, too: (We've Only Just Begun; Old Fashioned Love Song, etc). His brother, Mentor - also a songwriting Colossus (Drift Away) was recruited for his sibling's manufactured band, as well - it was a hastily, and often reassembled group of rotating membership, which only lasted about a year or so. Interestingly, Paul didn't write this tune; it was penned by bassist Bob Harvey, who later worked for Elvis - and, indeed, it lacks the sentimental tendencies of its lead singer's writing. This is more of a mood piece, which perfectly captures that moment when the acid starts to come on. Sublime. 

Karen Carpenter was one half of the Carpenters, a brother and sister singing duo that sold over 150 million records and they had 17 hits. She was an amazing drummer and singer. Her voice had no equal. But despite her amazing talent, she was a tortured soul that suffered from an eating disorder at a time when such a thing was misunderstood and it eventually took her life. And quite possibly that may be why her spirit is at unrest. Join us as we share the history and hauntings of Karen Carpenter. The Moment in Oddity features the Stonehenge Altar Stone and This Month in History features the Panic of 1873. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: https://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2024/09/hgb-ep-557-life-and-afterlife-of-karen.html Become an Executive Producer: http://patreon.com/historygoesbump Music used in this episode:  Main Theme: Lurking in the Dark by Muse Music with Groove Studios (Moment in Oddity) "Vanishing" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ (This Month in History) "In Your Arms" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Outro Music: Happy Fun Punk by Muse Music with Groove Studios Other music used in this episode: Karaoke Version of We've Only Just Begun from Zoom Karaoke at https://youtu.be/8bqgx9xPBFI?si=xE-Q55oX0KWbX5y7 Cover photo taken in 1977 by Harry Langdon and Peter Dawe

Martina and the Moons is an all-female four-piece band based in Dublin. They were one of the 32 acts selected by Ex Oh Promotions to play Mainroom at “The Next Big Thing” in Workman's last January. They have recently supported the band ‘Thumper' in a sold out Workmans mainroom, and they will take part in the female-fronted festival ‘We've Only Just Begun', in Whelans. Furthermore, they filmed an acoustic set with Lips to Ears for their “Car Boot Sale” series, which can be found on Youtube. The band consists of Martina Moon (vocals, songwriting), Sarah Morgan (guitar), Aisling Stephens McGowan (bass), and Zahira Ellis (drums). Their debut single, Emigrate, has accumulated over 6000 streams on Spotify, and has been featured on publications such as GCN Magazine or The Going Out Out Guide. Their most recent single, Omnibus Boners, is on its way to 5000 streams and has been described by Strephen Byrne (Golden Plec) as ‘the latest example of Irish ladies delivering the goods'. Their influences vary from the singer songwriters of the 60s and 70s such as Paul Simon, Carole King or Joni Mitchell, to the BritPop and rock bands of the 90s, such as Elastica, Catatonia, Radiohead or Blur. Their lyrics talk about alienation and about yearning for connection, complemented by crunchy guitars, loud drums and catchy vocal melodies. Band link: martinaandthemoons.com Song played: Omnibus Boners © Martina and the Moons, all rights reserved.

Today's episode of the IMRO Podcast is focused on We've Only Just Begun, the annual three night music festival, taking place in Whelan's in Dublin, on the 8th, 9th and 10th of August.The festival started in 2018, aims to platform female and non-binary musicians and over the years, its featured acts such as Pillow Queens, Soda Blonde, Sorcha Richardson to name but a few. This year's lineup features 23 acts, across two stages, and ahead of the festival, Danny Carroll spoke with a couple of the acts performing this week, as well as the festival's organiser Shauna Watson.Coming up we'll be hearing from DeCarteret, a singer from Co. Clare who likes to make lo-fi beats and classical music. We also have an interview with Stella & The Dreaming, an emerging, piano based singer-songwriter from Waterford.You can find out more about the full line up and tickets at www.weveonlyjustbegun.ieTracks featured:1. DeCarteret - Trip Me2. Stella & The Dreaming - First Time3. Stella & The Dreaming - A Short Ballad For Frankie And All That We Shared (in E Flat)4. DeCarteret - Pray For You5. DeCarteret - MYAEROPLANEFollow Stella & The Dreaming here: https://www.instagram.com/stellaboooooooo/Follow DeCarteret here: https://www.instagram.com/shortladydecarteret/

Original Air Date: January 8, 2018Paul Williams is the songwriting legend behind hits such as Barbra Streisand's Oscar-winning song, "Evergreen," Kermit the Frog's beloved "Rainbow Connection" and the Carpenters classic "We've Only Just Begun." Paul says that, at the height of his fame, an addiction to alcohol and drugs nearly destroyed him. After hitting rock bottom in a harrowing public meltdown, Paul got sober and started a difficult journey to discovering the true happiness he feels today. Together with author, director and screenwriter Tracey Jackson, Paul has written a book, "Gratitude and Trust," outlining six affirmations they say can help people become better versions of themselves. The co-authors claim that the affirmations work for fear-based habits like perfectionism, overeating, fear of intimacy and even smartphone obsession. Paul says, "When getting help was important enough for me to let go of ego and do it, I began to connect. And that connection, that brought me to life."Want more podcasts from OWN? Visit https://bit.ly/OWNPods   You can also watch Oprah's Super Soul, The Oprah Winfrey Show and more of your favorite OWN shows on your TV! Visit https://bit.ly/find_OWN   

Hello, darkness, my old friend[^1]. That's what he said as he walked into the office for the first time. I was sitting in the morning sun[^2], feeling a bit out of place in the new environment. He introduced himself with, "This is a story of a girl"[^3], though obviously not about him. We laughed, and I thought, "Once upon a time, not so long ago"[^4], two strangers started their journey. We quickly found common ground. He said, "Come gather 'round people, wherever you roam"[^5]. I nodded and replied, "I was working part-time in a five-and-dime"[^6]. From that day, we became fast friends. He had a way of saying, "Oh, what a night"[^7], no matter how the day went. Every morning, he greeted me with, "It's a beautiful day"[^8]. Together, we faced the corporate grind, believing that with a little help from my friends[^9], we could get through anything. One afternoon, he turned to me and said, "You can't always get what you want"[^10]. We laughed, agreeing that, "Here comes the sun"[^11], always brightened the darkest times. As time passed, we started hanging out after work. He'd often say, "Hey Jude, don't make it bad"[^12], whenever I was down. In return, I'd remind him, "Lean on me, when you're not strong"[^13], and he did. We shared countless memories, from late-night talks to weekend adventures. I remember, "It's been a long day without you, my friend"[^14], when he was on vacation, but we always reconnected like no time had passed. One evening, as we sat by the fire, he said, "If you're lost, you can look and you will find me"[^15]. I smiled and replied, "This will be our year, took a long time to come"[^16]. Our friendship was unbreakable. Years turned into decades, and even as life changed, our bond remained strong. He once said, "We've only just begun to live"[^17], and I knew he was right. In the end, "The love you take is equal to the love you make"[^18]. --- [^1]: The Sound of Silence by Simon & Garfunkel [^2]: Dock of the Bay by Otis Redding [^3]: Absolutely (Story of a Girl) by Nine Days [^4]: Livin' on a Prayer by Bon Jovi [^5]: The Times They Are A-Changin' by Bob Dylan [^6]: Raspberry Beret by Prince [^7]: December, 1963 (Oh, What a Night) by The Four Seasons [^8]: Beautiful Day by U2 [^9]: With a Little Help from My Friends by The Beatles [^10]: You Can't Always Get What You Want by The Rolling Stones [^11]: Here Comes the Sun by The Beatles [^12]: Hey Jude by The Beatles [^13]: Lean on Me by Bill Withers [^14]: See You Again by Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth [^15]: Time After Time by Cyndi Lauper [^16]: This Will Be Our Year by The Zombies [^17]: We've Only Just Begun by The Carpenters [^18]: The End by The Beatles

James was born in Bridgeport Connecticut on March 28, 1975 to Donald & Elaine Norkawich and from there the story begins. From the age of 3, James had shown interest in the chord organ, so his grandfather Albert Kaufman ( who played organ by ear and formed the first amatuer society in Connecticut CVTOS - The Connecticut Valley Theatre Organ Society.) James at the age of 5, started studying with Verelli Music Studios in Bridgeport Connecticut. After studying a few years on the piano he then began intensive studies in organ with Frank Markham from Westport Music located in Westport Connecticut. Throughout grammar school and grammar school James became proficient in both piano and organ. From the age of 9-14, James had won numerous awards such as the coveted WICC 600 am talent contest, was featured in many newspapers and local events that featured up and coming artists. When James attended high school he was accepted in a program in the arts which in addition to your high school day it was comprised of going to The University of Bridgeport and studying Jazz Theory & Composition and Midi Studies with industry professionals in the field. The program was called Regional Center For The Arts. Regional Center For The Arts went from a small program consisting of 40 students to over 100 currently and is now part of CES in Trumbull Connecticut. Regional Center was the platform which propelled James to a career in Music. In the summer of 1993, James was awarded a full 4 year scholarship in music to the University of Bridgeport and earned a BA in Music Performance and then was then awarded a scholarship for his Masters (MA in Music Education) Even though James was accepted to 5 of the 6 colleges in music he felt that The University Of Bridgeport offered the best skill set based on the schools history. Post college, James had worked in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut in radio on air an off as well as streaming on a platform online from 2006-2011 reaching a world audience of 6 million listeners in one single year. James also has done numerous studio sessions @ The Carriage House Studios for many established as well as up and coming artists. Performance wise James has worked with many local wedding / Trios / Quartets as well as accompanying many vocals and instrumentalists and has had the honor of working with Tower of Power , Spyro Gyra and Chircago Then Came Covid 19....... During this time we all wondered what the world would become. James went in his home studio and started writing from the heart and the music began to flow . In 2022 , James launched a musical campaign unlike any other. He released 4 albums, many EP's and singles, has been featured on various podcasts and radio shows as well as many print publications as well as entering new territory by being featured on radio in the UK and all of his music can be found on all streaming services such as Spoitfy, AmazonMusic, Itunes, Deezer, Pandora, IHeart just to name a few. From collaberations with artists abroad, to artists here in the states James is looking to write music for not only himself but to work with many artists and propel his music in more streaming services, movies and live performances. And in the words of The Carpenters ......" We've Only Just Begun "https://jamesanorkawich.comHometown Homecoming Album on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/7IF2gWY6hZNdIGUwybNuaTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.

On this episode of The Claw's Corner Rich "The Claw" Cyr spends some time with author Randy Schmidt, the writer and producer of "Karen Carpenter: Starving for Perfection." From https://karencarpenterdoc.com/the-film/ - "As the #1 American musical act of the 1970s, the Carpenters were on “Top of the World,” producing a string of pop masterpieces, including “Close to You,” “We've Only Just Begun,” and “Rainy Days and Mondays.” But behind closed doors, Karen's quest for perfection resulted in low self-esteem, a disheartening love life, and a public battle with anorexia nervosa, which resulted in her untimely death at the age of only 32. Karen Carpenter: Starving for Perfection is a captivating, revealing, and unvarnished documentary providing astounding new insight into the singer's tragically short life and enduring musical legacy." For more about the film please visit https://karencarpenterdoc.com/the-film/ Do not miss Rich's book, "Confessions of a Frenetic Mind" available now - https://www.amazon.com/Confessions-Frenetic-Mind-Blood-Curdling-Terror/dp/1946577103/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Rich+Cyr&qid=1667737186&sr=8-1 Copyright 2023 The Claw's Corner - Produced by Rich Cyr https://www.facebook.com/richtheclawcyr/ Edited by Elmwood Productions - http://elmwoodproductions.com/index.html and subscribe to Elmwood Productions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ElmwoodProductions/featured Show some love for Elmwood! It's your support that keeps content like this coming! Visit our Ko-Fi Page and help keep us caffeinated! - https://ko-fi.com/elmwoodproductions Enhanced and uploaded by Rob Bull. For Music, Podcast, Graphic Design, and Video info Email Rob At: robbull61792@gmail.com Also Follow and Message Him through FaceBook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085244920212 Rob Bulls Music on youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@crackhouse2012 Rob Bulls Soundcloud https://soundcloud.com/robertbull Search Rob Bull on Spotify.

Maybe you know Paul Williams for hits he co-wrote for the Carpenters (“We've Only Just Begun,” “Rainy Days and Mondays”) and Three Dog Night (“An Old Fashioned Love Song”). Or for his performances in Brian De Palma's Phantom of the Paradise and the Smokey and the Bandit movies. Or for his Oscar-winning song with Barbra Streisand, “Evergreen (Love Theme from A Star Is Born).” Or for the songs he wrote for Bugsy Malone and Ishtar. Or for his singing (and writing) on Daft Punk's 2013 Grammy-winning album, Random Access Memories. Or for what may be his most beloved song of all, “Rainbow Connection” (plus the rest of The Muppet Movie soundtrack). Factor in the current stage adaptation of the 1977 Jim Henson TV special, Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas, and Williams has a lot to talk about—and he does so, delightfully.

Christmas Magic Album: https://open.spotify.com/album/3zEptVe4ApJBLBeTF2pnfxJames was born in Bridgeport Connecticut on March 28, 1975 to Donald & Elaine Norkawich and from there the story begins. From the age of 3, James had shown interest in the chord organ, so his grandfather Albert Kaufman ( who played organ by ear and formed the first amatuer society in Connecticut CVTOS - The Connecticut Valley Theatre Organ Society.) James at the age of 5, started studying with Verelli Music Studios in Bridgeport Connecticut. After studying a few years on the piano he then began intensive studies in organ with Frank Markham from Westport Music located in Westport Connecticut. Throughout grammar school and grammar school James became proficient in both piano and organ. From the age of 9-14, James had won numerous awards such as the coveted WICC 600 am talent contest, was featured in many newspapers and local events that featured up and coming artists. When James attended high school he was accepted in a program in the arts which in addition to your high school day it was comprised of going to The University of Bridgeport and studying Jazz Theory & Composition and Midi Studies with industry professionals in the field. The program was called Regional Center For The Arts. Regional Center For The Arts went from a small program consisting of 40 students to over 100 currently and is now part of CES in Trumbull Connecticut. Regional Center was the platform which propelled James to a career in Music. In the summer of 1993, James was awarded a full 4 year scholarship in music to the University of Bridgeport and earned a BA in Music Performance and then was then awarded a scholarship for his Masters (MA in Music Education) Even though James was accepted to 5 of the 6 colleges in music he felt that The University Of Bridgeport offered the best skill set based on the schools history. Post college, James had worked in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut in radio on air an off as well as streaming on a platform online from 2006-2011 reaching a world audience of 6 million listeners in one single year. James also has done numerous studio sessions @ The Carriage House Studios for many established as well as up and coming artists. Performance wise James has worked with many local wedding / Trios / Quartets as well as accompanying many vocals and instrumentalists and has had the honor of working with Tower of Power , Spyro Gyra and Chircago Then Came Covid 19....... During this time we all wondered what the world would become. James went in his home studio and started writing from the heart and the music began to flow . In 2022 , James launched a musical campaign unlike any other. He released 4 albums, many EP's and singles, has been featured on various podcasts and radio shows as well as many print publications as well as entering new territory by being featured on radio in the UK and all of his music can be found on all streaming services such as Spoitfy, AmazonMusic, Itunes, Deezer, Pandora, IHeart just to name a few. From collaberations with artists abroad, to artists here in the states James is looking to write music for not only himself but to work with many artists and propel his music in more streaming services, movies and live performances. And in the words of The Carpenters ......" We've Only Just Begun "https://jamesanorkawich.comhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/6qi5IQRl3iahaR75zA6LuD

More like 'Rainy Days and Never Missing Mondays'! On this very special ep, Mat and Tim are joined by legendary songwriter Paul Williams. The award-winning musician shares stories about his career as a songwriter, including how he got into the headspace of Kermit the Frog for "The Rainbow Connection". He also discusses his work as an advocate for artists' rights and how he views generative AI in relation to music creation.Learn more about Paul's work and career here.SONGS PLAYED:The Muppets - ScroogeThe Carpenters - We've Only Just BegunKermit the Frog - The Rainbow Connection--Disclaimers:Under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” of copyrighted material in a manner that constitutes quotation, criticism, review, parody, caricature, pastiche, and other legal copyright exceptions. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise by infringing.Also, nobody actually sponsors Earbuddies. We're just joking.

Paul goes behind the curtain with legendary composer and lyricist Paul Williams who has written the score for “Jim Henson's Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas.” Williams known for a myriad of classics thru the decades (“”Rainbow Connection,” “Evergreen,” We've Only Just Begun,” Rainy Days and Mondays,” An Old Fashioned Love Song,”….and SO many more classics)…has been awarded an Academy Award, multiple Grammys, […]

This Christmas podcast is in honor of Mary's and my 50th Anniversary, which comes on December 29th. She and I are both in thankful awe of having made it thus far. And happily! To me this is worth celebrating. The cast sets out two requirements, or better, signs, as I see it, for an enduring marriage. The first is the romantic connection. Our marriage began with that in first place. There simply has to be a romantic (i.e., male-female) connection for the relationship to start -- or, perhaps better, for a relationship to be able to turn towards marriage. And then, once married, you find yourself needing at almost regular intervals to return to that initial romantic foundation. It is not enough for him or her to be my "best friend". That is certainly true -- Mary is my best friend! -- but the romantic element is prior. Friendship is not marriage. (This is why, incidentally, boys and men wince to the core when a girl or woman tells them they want to be just friends. And believe me, even when your husband hears you saying that he's your best friend, he seizes up inside. He won't tell you that, but his heart is stopping the minute you say it. Even tho', as I report, he is in fact your best friend.) So point one of ""We've Only Just Begun" (1973) is to underline the priority of the romantic connection over all else. (This is true, believe it or not, even when you're 75.) The second foundation stone of an enduring marriage is faith in God. Natch', you may see the specifics of that in different terms from those of your wife or husband. He may be reacting against Five Point Calvinism and you may be reacting against Baptist rules concerning conduct. But a shared root-implanted faith in God who is "Higher Than I" is indispensable for the navigation of problems. For the record, Mary and I have read the Bible and prayed together every morning early for almost all the years of our marriage. It's not a law, and it's not even a recommendation. But it's an observation. I don't know where we would be -- especially in the stressful times -- if we hadn't had a shared faith in a personal God. Like Mary's totally enchanting smile (and the response it created in me -- in the Fall of l969, in fact), Mary's openness to God was core for me. It is still core for me. Oh, and listen to the closing track, a Christmas track of the highest magnitude. Do give it time until... that last third (per usual) with these artists. Merry Christmas to us all, and Happy Anniversary to my wife of 50 years, Mary Cappleman Zahl. This cast is dedicated to our three sons: John A. Zahl, David W.F. Zahl, and Simeon McLean Zahl.

Paul Williams is one of the most beloved and respected music creators in the world today; a lyricist and composer who has won an Oscar Award, three Grammy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, an Ivor Novello International Award and earned induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, Williams' timeless classics range from “We've Only Just Begun”, “You and Me Against the World” and “The Rainbow Connection” to "Touch" and "Beyond" on Daft Punk's chart-topping Album of the Year, Random Access Memories on which he also performed, receiving a Grammy as Featured Artist. As President and Chairman of the Board of the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP), he is also a leading spokesman for music creators in the digital age. In addition to music creators' rights, Paul is also passionate about recovery, and works tirelessly to destigmatize alcoholism and addiction. Sober 33 years, his humorous observations of life, love, and creativity, augmented by the education and knowledge he gained through his studies and certification from UCLA as a Certified Drug Rehabilitation Counselor, has been shared in a best-selling book co-written by Tracey Jackson, entitled Gratitude and Trust: Six Affirmations That Will Change Your Life. While publicly lauded for his work as a songwriter, author and actor, most recently for his role with Billy Bob Thornton in Goliath, Paul predicts he'll be remembered for playing Little Enos in the Smokey and the Bandit trilogy and for his lyrics to “The Love Boat” theme. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Remember those teenage years when we'd create breakup mixtapes? The potency of those songs, how they could evoke such raw emotions - whether it was Paul Simon's '50 Ways to Leave Your Lover' or The Carpenters' 'We've Only Just Begun'. Well, this episode is a homage to the power of music, its unforgettable moments, and the rock legends who've shaped its course. We kick off with a nostalgic trip to when The Police graced the stage at CBGB for their first time - a memory that's now 45 years old. We then switch gears to Robert Plant's recent performance of 'Stairway to Heaven' at a cancer benefit, which Andy Taylor of Duran Duran put together. We move on to delve into the hidden secrets of The Police's Synchronicity album and Paul McCartney's bass contribution to The Rolling Stones' new album, Hackney Diamonds. But that's not all, we also navigate the surprising connections between iconic albums, shedding light on how Paul McCartney, John Lennon, and Mick Jagger lent their voices to each other's music. Impressively, we dive into the influences of our upbringing, reminiscing about the Ramones' third studio album, 'Rocket to Russia', and The The's unforgettable song 'Uncertain Smile'. We reflect on how these unforgettable tunes formed the soundtrack of our youth and school dances. Lastly, we reflect on the emotional gravity of break-up mixtapes and the songs that helped us navigate the stormy seas of heartbreak. So, are you ready to take a walk down memory lane with us? Tune in and let the magic of music transport you back in time!

Over the past several decades you would have heard Louie Shelton's riffs and solos on many hits by artists such as; THE MONKEES Last Train To Clarksville, THE JACKSON FIVE: I Want You Back, LIONEL RICHIE; Hello, THE CARPENTERS; We've Only Just Begun & Close To You, NEIL DIAMOND; Cracklin' Rose, Play Me and I Am I Said, BOZ SCAGGS; Low Down plus albums with BARBRA STREISAND, JOE COCKER, THE MAMAS & PAPAS, MARVIN GAYE, JOHN LENNON, DIANA ROSS and many others. For the past 50 years Louie has played on more hit records than any other guitarist in history. He was also a member of the famous WRECKING CREW; a group of studio musicians who played on most of the hits from the early sixty's, seventy's and eighty's. He accompanied good friend Glen Campbell for two years on his hit TV show the Glen Campbell Good-Time Hour while at the same time was lead guitar player on other TV shows such as the Partridge Family, the Monkees and all their records. As a producer Louie produced the many hits of SEALS & CROFTS such as Summer Breeze and Diamond Girl. He also produced the Art Garfunkel albums and many other artists. Today, Louie and his family have taken up residency in Australia, on the sunny Gold Coast in Queensland, where he and his wife, Donnie, share their passion for golf and life in general. He is still going strong musically. He has a recording studio in his home and has worked with some of Australia's most successful rock bands including Noiseworks. Over the years Louie has continued to produce several bands, including Southern Sons, Mother Hubbard, The Wolverines and Bleu Tongue, and has been involved with such artists as Tommy Emanuel, Rick Price and Human Nature. Louie Shelton does not intend to slow down any time soon. He joins us this week to share his incredible story. For more information about Louie head for his website https://louieshelton.com/ To get in touch with me with comments, feedback or suggestions for future guests, send me a message through my website https://www.abreathoffreshair.com.au I hope you enjoy getting to know Louie Shelton.

James was born in Bridgeport Connecticut on March 28, 1975 to Donald & Elaine Norkawich and from there the story begins. From the age of 3, James had shown interest in the chord organ, so his grandfather Albert Kaufman ( who played organ by ear and formed the first amatuer society in Connecticut CVTOS - The Connecticut Valley Theatre Organ Society.) James at the age of 5, started studying with Verelli Music Studios in Bridgeport Connecticut. After studying a few years on the piano he then began intensive studies in organ with Frank Markham from Westport Music located in Westport Connecticut. Throughout grammar school and grammar school James became proficient in both piano and organ. From the age of 9-14, James had won numerous awards such as the coveted WICC 600 am talent contest, was featured in many newspapers and local events that featured up and coming artists. When James attended high school he was accepted in a program in the arts which in addition to your high school day it was comprised of going to The University of Bridgeport and studying Jazz Theory & Composition and Midi Studies with industry professionals in the field. The program was called Regional Center For The Arts. Regional Center For The Arts went from a small program consisting of 40 students to over 100 currently and is now part of CES in Trumbull Connecticut. Regional Center was the platform which propelled James to a career in Music. In the summer of 1993, James was awarded a full 4 year scholarship in music to the University of Bridgeport and earned a BA in Music Performance and then was then awarded a scholarship for his Masters (MA in Music Education) Even though James was accepted to 5 of the 6 colleges in music he felt that The University Of Bridgeport offered the best skill set based on the schools history. Post college, James had worked in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut in radio on air an off as well as streaming on a platform online from 2006-2011 reaching a world audience of 6 million listeners in one single year. James also has done numerous studio sessions @ The Carriage House Studios for many established as well as up and coming artists. Performance wise James has worked with many local wedding / Trios / Quartets as well as accompanying many vocals and instrumentalists and has had the honor of working with Tower of Power , Spyro Gyra and Chircago Then Came Covid 19....... During this time we all wondered what the world would become. James went in his home studio and started writing from the heart and the music began to flow . In 2022 , James launched a musical campaign unlike any other. He released 4 albums, many EP's and singles, has been featured on various podcasts and radio shows as well as many print publications as well as entering new territory by being featured on radio in the UK and all of his music can be found on all streaming services such as Spoitfy, AmazonMusic, Itunes, Deezer, Pandora, IHeart just to name a few. From collaberations with artists abroad, to artists here in the states James is looking to write music for not only himself but to work with many artists and propel his music in more streaming services, movies and live performances. And in the words of The Carpenters ......" We've Only Just Begun "https://jamesanorkawich.comhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/6qi5IQRl3iahaR75zA6LuD

It's Below Deck Med S8 Ep3 We've Only Just Begun....In this episode:Charter 2 starts with all crew finally present and accounted forNatalya continues to stir the pot and the tension heats up between the stews and We have some wild weather coming folks so strap in!  Support the showClick the link above to head over to Patreon where you can join our community & access ad-free, early release episodes from $2 per month (USD) or for $5 USD per month enjoy all the above perks AND our weekly bonus episode 'The Wrap Up' for Patreon subscribers only! You can also support us by clicking the link below to purchase a 'virtual coffee'! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaftdeckpodAs an entirely independent podcast, we appreciate ALL of your support!!! Ask us questions, give us your thoughts on the show or tell us what you'd like us to cover in future episodes at theaftdeckpod@gmail.com or DM us @theaftdeck.podMusic by: AudioCoffee (Denys Kyshchuk)

Hi Below Dexperts! Today we are recapping Below Deck Mediterranean Season 8, Episode 3 - We've Only Just Begun.  Our main talking points are:-Tumi / Natalya drama (how is Tumi adjusting to being chief stew?)-New deckhand Max-Charter 2 – off to a rocky startWas it just us or was this episode kinda...boring? We are kind of missing the back to back episodes!*Just a note, we are so thankful for all the likes and subscribes to both our YouTube and our TikTok! Please continue to like/follow/subscribe on all our platforms.YouTube: @BelowDexpertsTikTok: @BelowDexpertsInstagram: BelowDexpertsWe would very much appreciate if you would leave us a review on whatever platform you are listening on, it helps us very much. We love you Dexperts!Support the show

On this episode of Bravo Bravo Effing Bravo, we break down Episode 13 of The Real Housewives of New York City Season 14, 'A Night at Swingers', Episode 6 of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Season 4, 'Apres Rumor' and Episode 3 of Below Deck Med Season 8, 'We've Only Just Begun.'  Join Nathan and Mariana as they offer a blunt Aussie perspective of our favourite people in our favourite world of Bravoland. You can also follow us on Instagram and Twitter @effingbravo for podcast updates, tea, and Bravo news.  On this episode of RHONY: Couples night, hosted by Erin and her husband, puts Jessel and her husband in the hot seat; Ubah shares a secret with Sai; Jenna takes her son shopping; Sai shares a heartwarming moment with her aunt. On this episode of RHOSLC: The rumour about Angie's marriage has a ripple effect in the group; Meredith finds comfort in her family after a traumatic incident on the road; old issues between Lisa and Heather resurface; Monica's parenting is called into question by her mother. On this episode of Below Deck Down Med: Tumi and Natalya grapple with differences in management styles; Kyle and a new deckhand join the crew on board; the interior team scrambles to keep everyone happy; Tumi and Chef Jack have trouble with communication. Follow Bravo Bravo Effing Bravo: @effingbravo on Instagram and Twitter Follow Nathan: @nathanbrown90 on Instagram and Twitter

Umsjón: Siggi Gunnars & Lovísa Rut Siggi og Lovísa stjórnuðu Popplandi dagsins. Árni Matt var á sínum stað með pælingar um kólumbíska popptónlist, plata vikunnar er platan Húsið Mitt með hljómsveitinni Superport! Heyrðum nýtt frá Big Thief, Soft Play, Gosa og fleirum og þessar helstu tónlistarfréttir á sínum stað. BJÖRK - Joga. Janus Rasmussen, Friðrik Dór Jónsson - Guðdómleg (ásamt Janus Rasmussen). MYRKVI - Early Warning. UTANGARÐSMENN - Kyrrlátt Kvöld. Þorlákur Kristinsson - Kyrrlátt kvöld við fjörðinn (LP). Gosi - Ekki spurning. Justin Timberlake - Can't Stop The Feeling. LAY LOW - By And By. QUEEN - Crazy Little Thing Called Love. Supersport! - Að vökva blóm (og að vökva ekki blóm). Supersport! - Lágskýjað. THE KILLERS - Your Side of Town. SOFIA KOURTESIS - Si Te Portas Bonito. TRÚBROT - To Be Grateful. JALEN NGONDA - Come Around and Love Me. THE ROLLING STONES - Angry. SOFT PLAY - Punk's Dead. The Smiths - Panic. AMABADAMA - HossaHossa. Daði Freyr Pétursson - Limit To Love. BRONSKI BEAT - Smalltown boy. TWENTY ONE PILOTS - Stressed Out. DRENGURINN FENGURINN - Poppstjarna í felum. JUNGLE - Talk About It. Supersport! - Þú ert að spila hættulegan leik. Fræ - Að eilífu ég lofa. RUFUS WAINWRIGHT - Going To A Town. KLEMENS HANNIGAN - Step by step. VALDIMAR - Yfirgefinn. NÝDÖNSK - Horfðu Til Himins. Raye - Worth It. RED RIOT - Got This Thing. Doja Cat - Paint The Town Red. Little Simz, Obongjayar - Point and Kill. ELÍN HALL & GDRN - Júpíter. Big Thief - Born For Loving You. CARPENTERS - We?ve Only Just Begun. KARA JACKSON - Pawnshop. HARRY STYLES - Late Night Talking. JÓNFRÍ - Andalúsía

Umsjón: Siggi Gunnars & Lovísa Rut Siggi og Lovísa stjórnuðu Popplandi dagsins. Árni Matt var á sínum stað með pælingar um kólumbíska popptónlist, plata vikunnar er platan Húsið Mitt með hljómsveitinni Superport! Heyrðum nýtt frá Big Thief, Soft Play, Gosa og fleirum og þessar helstu tónlistarfréttir á sínum stað. BJÖRK - Joga. Janus Rasmussen, Friðrik Dór Jónsson - Guðdómleg (ásamt Janus Rasmussen). MYRKVI - Early Warning. UTANGARÐSMENN - Kyrrlátt Kvöld. Þorlákur Kristinsson - Kyrrlátt kvöld við fjörðinn (LP). Gosi - Ekki spurning. Justin Timberlake - Can't Stop The Feeling. LAY LOW - By And By. QUEEN - Crazy Little Thing Called Love. Supersport! - Að vökva blóm (og að vökva ekki blóm). Supersport! - Lágskýjað. THE KILLERS - Your Side of Town. SOFIA KOURTESIS - Si Te Portas Bonito. TRÚBROT - To Be Grateful. JALEN NGONDA - Come Around and Love Me. THE ROLLING STONES - Angry. SOFT PLAY - Punk's Dead. The Smiths - Panic. AMABADAMA - HossaHossa. Daði Freyr Pétursson - Limit To Love. BRONSKI BEAT - Smalltown boy. TWENTY ONE PILOTS - Stressed Out. DRENGURINN FENGURINN - Poppstjarna í felum. JUNGLE - Talk About It. Supersport! - Þú ert að spila hættulegan leik. Fræ - Að eilífu ég lofa. RUFUS WAINWRIGHT - Going To A Town. KLEMENS HANNIGAN - Step by step. VALDIMAR - Yfirgefinn. NÝDÖNSK - Horfðu Til Himins. Raye - Worth It. RED RIOT - Got This Thing. Doja Cat - Paint The Town Red. Little Simz, Obongjayar - Point and Kill. ELÍN HALL & GDRN - Júpíter. Big Thief - Born For Loving You. CARPENTERS - We?ve Only Just Begun. KARA JACKSON - Pawnshop. HARRY STYLES - Late Night Talking. JÓNFRÍ - Andalúsía

James was born in Bridgeport Connecticut on March 28, 1975 to Donald & Elaine Norkawich and from there the story begins. From the age of 3, James had shown interest in the chord organ, so his grandfather Albert Kaufman ( who played organ by ear and formed the first amatuer society in Connecticut CVTOS - The Connecticut Valley Theatre Organ Society.) James at the age of 5, started studying with Verelli Music Studios in Bridgeport Connecticut. After studying a few years on the piano he then began intensive studies in organ with Frank Markham from Westport Music located in Westport Connecticut. Throughout grammar school and grammar school James became proficient in both piano and organ. From the age of 9-14, James had won numerous awards such as the coveted WICC 600 am talent contest, was featured in many newspapers and local events that featured up and coming artists. When James attended high school he was accepted in a program in the arts which in addition to your high school day it was comprised of going to The University of Bridgeport and studying Jazz Theory & Composition and Midi Studies with industry professionals in the field. The program was called Regional Center For The Arts. Regional Center For The Arts went from a small program consisting of 40 students to over 100 currently and is now part of CES in Trumbull Connecticut. Regional Center was the platform which propelled James to a career in Music. In the summer of 1993, James was awarded a full 4 year scholarship in music to the University of Bridgeport and earned a BA in Music Performance and then was then awarded a scholarship for his Masters (MA in Music Education) Even though James was accepted to 5 of the 6 colleges in music he felt that The University Of Bridgeport offered the best skill set based on the schools history. Post college, James had worked in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut in radio on air an off as well as streaming on a platform online from 2006-2011 reaching a world audience of 6 million listeners in one single year. James also has done numerous studio sessions @ The Carriage House Studios for many established as well as up and coming artists. Performance wise James has worked with many local wedding / Trios / Quartets as well as accompanying many vocals and instrumentalists and has had the honor of working with Tower of Power , Spyro Gyra and Chircago Then Came Covid 19....... During this time we all wondered what the world would become. James went in his home studio and started writing from the heart and the music began to flow . In 2022 , James launched a musical campaign unlike any other. He released 4 albums, many EP's and singles, has been featured on various podcasts and radio shows as well as many print publications as well as entering new territory by being featured on radio in the UK and all of his music can be found on all streaming services such as Spoitfy, AmazonMusic, Itunes, Deezer, Pandora, IHeart just to name a few. From collaberations with artists abroad, to artists here in the states James is looking to write music for not only himself but to work with many artists and propel his music in more streaming services, movies and live performances. And in the words of The Carpenters ......" We've Only Just Begun " https://jamesanorkawich.com

JD's Time Machine feat. Cleveland Jones - Kiss Of Freedom (DJ Spen & Gary Huggins Edit),DJ Spen feat. Michelle John - You Are My Friend,Cerrone - Hooked On You (Tonbe Edit),Castaman & Luca Vanelli & Mario Percalli - Don't Look Back (Club Mix),Ten City feat. Marshall Jefferson - Women Of The Sun,Sean Finn - Something Got Me Started,Muzikman Edition - 3D Galaxy,Block & Crown - That Boogie Track (Dr. Boogie Rework),Players Association - Turn The Music Up (Rework),Michael Gray & Kelli Sae - You're Gonna Make Me Love Somebody Else,Ronfo & Kindred Spirits Orchestra - We've Only Just Begun (instr.)Samuel Archer feat. Lasro The King - Like I Love You,Ishmalesings - What Can We Do (Jazz Mix No Rap),Kem - Lonely (Alex Di Cio Remix),Aretha Franklin - I'm Every Woman/Respect (Eric Kipper Club Mix),Vertigini - The Shrimps,Made By Pete & Zoe Kypri - Horizon Red,Jarrod Lawson - I Would Die 4 U,Chris Bangs - Samba Do Sueno (from 'Firebird'),Greg Perry - I'll Always Be In Love With Love (1977 LP, Smokin'),Bobby Caldwell - Open Your Eyes, (1980 LP, 'Cat In The Hat'),

We've Only Just Begun. 12/16/2022

Once it gets to be after midnight, does anybody really know what time it is? Is that the time that you realize that green eyed gypsy was actually a black magic woman? That's when things got super bad and from the heavens came fire and rain. All you could do was cry the tears of a clown. Alright now, let's work together and heed the call to listen to the Billboard Top 40 from the week of November 21th, 1970. As the years go by, we have only just begun to explore deeper and deeper. Link to a listing of the songs in this week's episode: https://top40weekly.com/1970-all-charts/#US_Top_40_Singles_Week_Ending_21st_November_1970 Data Sources: Billboard Magazine, where the charts came from and on what the countdown was based. Websites: allmusic.com, songfacts.com Wikipedia.com (because Mark's lazy) Books: “Ranking the 70's” by Dann Isbell, and Bill Carroll Pro Football Reference Jim Plunkett :https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/P/PlunJi00.htm The Name of the Game Intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaQtft9WXG0 1970 Promo for ABC TV's Friday Line Up: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rpeYU8gxwS8 How keyboard shortcuts could revive America's economy: https://www.brainscape.com/academy/keyboard-shortcuts-revive-economy/ Neil Diamond On Mannix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZyRXFd1Hv2o Gilligan's Island--How did they SHRINK Gilligan without CGI?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUCdNC9mUAY Classic Commercial - "The Crocker Bank" – 1970 (“We've Only Just Begun): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97X9huy7pHQ

First of all, my songs are basically co-dependent anthems. I write Ouch Mommy Pick Me Up and Love Me songs. -- Composer Paul Williams Yeah, but Paul, they're great songs we can all sing (except maybe "Evergreen," written for Barbra) like "We've Only Just Begun," "An Old Fashioned Love Song," "Rainy Days and Mondays," and "The Rainbow Connection." They make us happy. Heck, "The Love Boat" theme may have been the best part about the show. Paul Williams, a longtime Long Beacher, emceed the Grammy Museum's 2010 Songwriters Hall of Fame concert, so in the past few episodes, we've heard him talking with other musicians about music. Now, he gets to tell his stories and sing his songs.  Support for this podcast comes from Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live; and by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people. Off-Ramp theme music by Fesliyan Studios.

Beethoven: Fidelio, Mir ist so wunderbar and The Carpenters: We've Only Just Begun.

Nikki Bedi and Mobeen Azhar are joined by DJ Fat Tony, who first found fame in the 80s and has played for everyone from Prince and Madonna to Royalty. After 28 years of hedonism, Tony found himself homeless and dying from addiction but he's now over 15 years sober, in demand as a DJ and working to help others. We also have Angela Hartnett MBE, the Michelin starred chef who's written cookbooks, judged on BBC's Best Home Cook and a has passion for good, honest food with the best ingredients possible. Football manager and former player Carlo Ancelotti has navigated Real Madrid to the face Liverpool in the Champions League final tonight. So what's his secret? Spring is in the air and so is birdsong. But how many of us know what we are listening to? We are joined by self taught birdsong expert Lucy “lapwing” Hodson who set up youtube tutorials in lockdown, she also makes props for Springwatch and knows something about Larks. She joins us. Opera singer Brindley Sherratt chooses his Inheritance Tracks: Beethoven: Fidelio, Mir ist so wunderbar and The Carpenters: We've Only Just Begun (photo credit Gerard Collett). And your Thank you. Producer: Corinna Jones

Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth interview with Paul Williams, Legendary Composer, Lyricist, Actor and AuthorAbout Harvey's Guest:Paul Williams is one of the most beloved and respected music creators in the world today. A lyricist and composer who has won an Oscar Award, three Grammy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, an Ivor Novello International Award, and earned induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, his songs, from “We've Only Just Begun” and “You and Me Against the World” to “An Old Fashioned Love Song” and “The Rainbow Connection,” have touched millions of people for generations. As President and Chairman of the Board of the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP), he is also a leading spokesman for music creators in the digital age.Williams' standards have been recorded by such diverse musical icons as Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, Ella Fitzgerald, Ray Charles, David Bowie, Tony Bennett, The Carpenters, Diana Ross, Luther Vandross, Willie Nelson, Gonzo and Kermit The Frog. Although Williams is widely known as an actor in dozens of films and on television, it is his musical legacy that continues to inspire. His songs and scores have received six Oscar, nine Grammy, six Golden Globe and two Emmy nominations. “The Rainbow Connection,” from the children's classic The Muppet Movie, is one of two Williams' songs that grace the American Film Institute's List of Top Movie Songs of All Time; the second, “Evergreen,” is from the award-winning Barbra Streisand/ Kris Kristofferson remake of A Star Is Born. Additional song scores include the cult favorites Phantom of the Paradise and Ishtar, as well as The Muppet Christmas Carol, Bugsy Malone, and Emmet Otter's Jugband Christmas, the latter of which has now been adapted for the stage. Paul created the story and wrote the songs for Disney's Emmy-nominated A Muppets Christmas: Letters To Santa and penned the music and lyrics for Garry Marshall's theatrical sensation Happy Days. His recent work has remained wonderfully diverse, having co-written “Beyond” and “Touch” (which he also performed, receiving a Grammy as Featured Artist) on Daft Punk's chart-topping, ‘Album of the Year' Random Access Memories; and writing with Gustavo Santaolalla for the animated film, The Book of Life which received a World Soundtrack Award for their “Apology Song”. They also collaborated on Guillermo del Toro's stage musical adaptation of Pan's Labyrinth.In addition to music creators' rights, Paul is also passionate about recovery, and works tirelessly to destigmatize alcoholism and addiction. His career, life, and work in recovery have been chronicled in the acclaimed documentary, Paul Williams Still Alive, for which Paul wrote the critically acclaimed title track. Sober 30 years, his humorous observations of life, love, and creativity, augmented by the education and knowledge he gained through his studies and certification from UCLA as a Certified Drug Rehabilitation Counselor, has been shared in a best-selling book co-written by Tracey Jackson, entitled Gratitude and Trust: Six Affirmations That Will Change Your Life which was featured on Oprah's Super Soul Sunday.It is the lyrics from Bugsy Malone that aptly sum up his philosophy: “You give a little love and it all comes back to you; You're gonna' be remembered for the things that you say and do”.  As a devoted husband to writer Mariana Williams and proud father, Paul considers his son Cole, and daughter Sarah, to be his best work.For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/https://www.paulwilliamsofficial.com/https://twitter.com/impaulwilliams #PaulWilliams  #harveybrownstoneinterviews

Ep. 99 We've Only Just Begun by Whoadiesan

Lee and Katie talk about the importance of being a finisher and practical tips to help you finish well, no matter what task you face. Disclosure: Affiliate links are used below. If you choose to purchase through the links, we may be compensated at no additional cost to you. See full disclosure policy. Today's Sponsor: Made Like Martha: Good News for the Woman Who Gets Things Done by Katie M. Reid Theme Music: “Busy Bee” by Cade Popkin Things We Talk About: Kale's Cross Country race "We've Only Just Begun" blog post The Horse and His Boy by C.S. Lewis Philippians 1:6 Hebrews 12:2 John 19:28-30 Hope*Writers Writing Community Brave Moms, Brave Kids by Lee Nienhuis Countercultural Parenting by Lee Nienhuis Connect with Us: The Martha + Mary Show webpage Podcast Group on Facebook: Martha and Mary Show Sisterhood IG Handles: @leenienhuis @katie_m_reid  Show Hashtag: #marthamaryshow  Producer: Jeanna Lesausky Subscribe to the show and leave a rating and review.

SUMMARY This is a special episode that goes over some listener and group questions about Adventures in Erylia. In true AinE discussion fashion, we took those simple questions and embellished them into lengthy wandering discussions. Check the bottom of the show notes for a breakdown of questions and some of the topics we wandered off to.   SHOW SPONSORS This episode is brought to you by Gabe and Jeff, over at Inter-Party Conflict, Fred on Fyre, Evora Dawn, and Pwrful Condor. If you'd like to join them in supporting the show, consider joining our Patreon.   SHOUT OUTS This episode's shout outs are a little different than usual. We didn't do any specific shout outs, but I did grab a few of the specific things we talked about to include them here. Zee Bashew – You cannot get rid of cursed dice. You hide them and they are passed down to someone when you die. C4 Labs – Local Company that makes RPG related products. Chantalle has bought into their gear dice tray and a rolling tower and Christa has bought a cool wood and acrylic coaster. Dungeon in a Box – Chris runs an off mic campaign for the group as a way to play more casually using Dungeon in a Box. We are only a few boxes in to the first campaign that he has, but at this point he has gotten 2 full campaigns. It has been great for helping him through prep time as it comes with a small, focused, booklet module, premade maps, and minis for the important encounters. As a player it is interested because they have also included some campaign long perks for us to unlock and use in the game.   CAST Damian Chris Christa Chantalle Caitlin   JOIN THE GUILD If you like what we have been doing, consider joining our Patreon. You can donate monthly to show your support and help us cover our operating expenses, as well as potentially fund upgrades and other media going forward. Have Discord? Want to hang out with the cast? Maybe even get in a game with us? Join us on our Discord!   MUSIC If you'd like to know more about the music featured on the show, check out our Music Page. The background ambience for this episode was the Library by Michael Ghelfi.   Questions Since this is a bit of a special episode going over listener and cast member questions, in lieu of our usual show notes, you can use this questions and answers list as a timestamp reference. Introduction (1:02) What is the best way to roll dice for your character? – Stargate Pioneer (1:39) Dice Rituals and Superstitions (1:45) Physical Rolling Methods (2:15) Hand Crafted Dice Trays (2:47) Caitlin's Dice From A Dead Man (4:23) Gifted Dice (4:40) The Cursed Goblin Dice (6:10) Who is The Dice Queen? (6:38) First Dices (8:38) Chantalle's First Dice Tower - C4Labs (10:29) Christa The Mini Painter (11:19) Chris' Two Years of Dungeon in A Box (12:26) What Scheduling A Session is Like (13:57) We Recorded Too Much in the Olden Days (16:11) Missing Off Mic Games (17:09) Post Vax Has Been VERY Busy (18:39) What Has Been Your Favorite Part of the World to Build? Least? - Toscobble Cottage (19:34) Favorite – The Guild of Adventurers (19:51) Three and a Half Arcs In, That's Kinda Where The Story Starts (21:01) Diving Into Backstories (21:26) How Much Time Is Spent Worldbuilding Things The Players Blow Past? (24:15) Damian Explains “The Speed Bump” (27:45) No Plan Survives An Encounter with The Party (30:12) Least Favorite – Everything That Is Not Syvahl (31:42) Do You Have An Ending In Mind? – Chantalle (33:18) And You've Only Just Begun (33:41) This Arc Is Where The Overarching Plot Becomes Known (34:45) Sometimes I Regret Taking So Long (35:37) Only Three Major Arcs On Syvahl (38:00) I Try Not To Push (39:48) What Is Everyone's Favorite Part Of The Campaign? Least? – Christa (41:09) Favorite – Inter Character Relationships – Christa (41:25) Least Favorite – Negative Character Emotions – Christa (41:43) Favorite – Pushing Mechanical Boundaries – Chantalle (42:54) Least Favorite – Shopping Episodes – Chris (45:09) Favorite – Inter Character Relationships and Character Growth – Chris (47:29) Favorite – Combat. Rolling Dice and Kicking Ass – Caitlin (53:14) Least Favorite – Bureaucracy – Caitlin (54:10) Who Has A New Character Planned? – Chris (56:52) Two Ideas In Mind – Chantalle (57:01) Everyone Knows What I'm Planning – Christa (57:29) I Want To Let The Dust Settle First – Chris (58:59) The Dice Decide My Character! – Caitlin (1:04:47) Wrapping Up (1:08:03)

It's Episode 4! It's singer songwriter week. A singer-songwriter is a musician who writes, composes, and performs their own musical material, including lyrics and melodies. This week we feature the singer songwriters that appeared in Season 1 of The Music Lounge Podcast. All of these artists are so talented and have amazing stories to tell with their lyrics. When you've listened to their music, please go and download their songs and support these artists. We're all in the same boat and we thank you in advance for the love. Here are the artists, songs, and Instagram pages of the artists that are featured in this episode. All of their music is available on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music and other music platforms. Rachel Solomon – Right on Time – https://www.instagram.com/rachelsolomusic/ Sarah Angel – True Love – https://www.instagram.com/sarahangelmusic/ Jordan Siwek – Lover And A Giver - https://www.instagram.com/pianojordan/ Eva Gertz – Birch Trees – https://www.instagram.com/evagertzmusic/ Samantha Leigh – 90 Years - https://www.instagram.com/samanthaleighmusic/ My Dear Wendy (Amanda Gunnels) – Head against The Wall – https://www.instagram.com/my_dear_wendy/ T. Scott Ross – Satisfied – https://www.instagram.com/tscottross/ Ashely Pezzotti – We've Only Just Begun – https://www.instagram.com/ashleypezzotti/ Peter Eldridge – That Which Can't Be Explained – https://www.instagram.com/petereldridge/ Pete Lents – Reason (performed by Art and Pete) – https://www.instagram.com/artandpete/ or https://www.instagram.com/brookstonebards/ ENJOY THE SHOW!! https://www.instagram.com/themusicloungepodcast/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yoel-hyman/support

The hit song "We've Only Just Begun" by The Carpenters told a love story.  But many of its lyrics mirror what believers experience in their faith walk also: so many roads to choose, start out walking and learn to run, finding a place where there's room to grow.  Regardless of whether we're new to our faith walk, mature believers, or even non-believers, we all have a calling.  Too often, we try to put our calling in a box and give it man-made schedules and deadlines, when in reality, it goes on throughout our life.In this episode, I'll share about how we can avoid that pitfall and how it's more about obedience in our calling than deadlines or perfection.  Scriptures highlighted include selections from Hebrews 12 and Isaiah 40.

Our first story this week, "Worthy of Wearing: A Movement Guiding Women on the Journey to Self-Worth," is about Nicole Caruso and her journey to self-worth that led her to write a book and create a new program with a powerful and transformative message of every woman's intrinsic worthiness. Next, in "Surrendering to Love: A Year in the Life Discerning the Consecrated Vocation, "we introduce you to Elizabeth Conklin, a young woman who is spending this year discerning a potential vocation with the Consecrated Women of Regnum Christi. Finally, in "Reclaiming Love: The Fruit of a Five-Year Journey that has Only Just Begun," Fr. Martin Connor, LC, tells us about his new book which explores human love, the struggle between the head and the heart, and how to reclaim a healthy, balanced, and authentic love.

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot celebrate the 20th anniversary of the beloved music movie Almost Famous. They revisit Jim's interview from back in the day with writer and director Cameron Crowe. They'll also review the new release from Miley Cyrus, bid farewell to rapper MF Doom and hear from some listeners. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo and email it to interact@soundopinions.org Featured Songs:Lynyrd Skynyrd, "Simple Man," Lynyrd Skynyrd (Pronounced 'Lĕh-'nérd 'Skin-'nérd), MCA, 19731. Lynyrd Skynyrd, "Simple Man," Lynyrd Skynyrd (Pronounced 'Lĕh-'nérd 'Skin-'nérd), MCA, 1973Simon & Garfunkel, "America," Bookends, Columbia, 1968Stillwater, "Fever Dog," Almost Famous, Dreamworks, 2000Stillwater, "Love Thing," Love Thing (Single), not released, 2000The Replacements, "Within Your Reach," Hootenanny, Twin/Tone, 1983Miley Cyrus, "Plastic Hearts," Plastic Hearts, RCA, 2020Miley Cyrus, "Midnight Sky," Plastic Hearts, RCA, 2020Miley Cyrus, "Night Crawling (feat. Billy Idol)," Plastic Hearts, RCA, 2020Miley Cyrus, "High," Plastic Hearts, RCA, 2020Miley Cyrus, "Bad Karma (feat. Joan Jett)," Plastic Hearts, RCA, 2020Madvillain, "All Caps," Madvillainy, Stones Throw, 2004Madvillain, "Accordian," Madvillainy, Stones Throw, 2004Shonen Knife, "We're A Happy Family," Osaka Ramones, P-Vine, 2011Nana Adjoa, "She's Stronger," Big Dreaming Ants , Bloomer, 2020Carpenters, "We've Only Just Begun," Close To You, A&M, 1970Ulver, "Russian Doll," Flowers Of Evil, House of Mythology, 2020Pylon, "Working Is No Problem," Gyrate, DB, 1980