Books to Help With Your Productivity

Saw a great blog post on Lifehack that is a must read. It lists the top 20 books you should read if you’re a devotee of productivity or just need to become unstuck in your daily routine. Give it a read here.

The Sad State of Music

In year’s past I’ve spent a pretty good deal of time listening to, writing and playing music. I’ve recently determined something. Today’s music isn’t very good. There is a great deal of evidence to back up that statement. Exhibit A – The radio today. I usually listen to classical or audiobooks while driving but if …

My Favorite Songs – Part IV – Green Tinted Sixties Mind

It’s said that the title comes from the way 60’s movies have a green tint to them but all I can say is this song has one of the catchiest hooks of anything I’ve heard lately. The song is from Mr Big‘s 1991 album Lean Into It, which also had the hit single To Be With You. Paul Gilbert’s opening guitar work is superb and the vocals are tight, even in the live version linked below. Take a listen and add to your mobile device for listening when you need a quick happy song.

http://youtu.be/NtrmwzIyaMU

My Favorite Songs – Part II – Roll To Me

I think Del Amitri‘s ‘Roll To Me’ might be the perfect 2 1/2 minute pop song. Great harmony, groove and the ultimate sing-a-long chorus. Can’t remember where I heard this first but pretty sure it was on FM100 back in the middle 90’s. Take a listen (the video is grainy but the audio is clear).