Monday, January 19, 2009

Otis Rush - Can't Quit You, Baby

Remarkable finesse and style on guitar and a phenomenal voice. The video is quite good as well. Blues the way it was meant to be delivered.

Winnie the Pooh in Russian part 2

Winnie continues his adventure after his unfortunate fall with collapsing balloon. This time, he and Piglet visit Rabbit who will, of course, provide refreshments for his company. There are many things I like about this little cartoon. The conversation at Rabbits door is funny as Winnie shouts into the door without realizing that Rabbit is watching from his raised "porch". After reading the mat at the door he wipes his feet into the open door. After a brief pause inside, the honey is dispensed and Winnie tries to be a good guest by washing Piglets face and briefly rubbing his own with the hand towel. I like the look he gives himself in the mirror to see if he is suitably refreshed.

The rest you can see for yourself and note how differently the American and Russian stories are played out.

I will provide chapter three tomorrow.



Sunday, January 18, 2009

"Matrix Kitty" vid

Lone cat mobbed by a small herd of Cardigan Welsh corgi pups.

The cat was freaked but in no danger...except maybe drown in puppy drool.

Rory Gallagher -They Don't Make Them Like You

Saturday, January 17, 2009

Winnie Poo in Russian

Winnie the Poo stories in Russian. The animation is unique and storybook looking, if you get my meaning. The characters and backgrounds are lovely and superb, the voice acting capturing the personality of each. Poo is relaxed and good-natured ...Piglet is kindhearted and loyal , Eeyore is morose but endearing.

The first video is the story of Winnie trying to get honey from beehive. The ending is abrupt, but from start to finish a delight.

BTW, Poo likes to rhyme.

Friday, October 3, 2008

Paolo Nutini - Autumn


Paolo Nutini is a young singer/songwriter from Paisley, Scotland. His only song to receive airplay, at least in Canada was "New Shoes", however, his album "These Streets" has a remarkable number of solid hits. This video is a live studio version of one of his best. It was written for his Grandfather who had passed away. The song is simple, soulful and moving, and the rest of the album is certainly worth a listen.