The Story
Meals: The Musical is an original aFa production is about an important aspect of daily life – eating.
Whether a snack, something on the run, a glorious sit-down feast, or something in between and regardless of the time of day, food is a life necessity. There are three aspects to a truly fantastic meal: the food, the occasion, and the company. We know Meals: The Musical is a festive occasion where friends gather to share wonderful music – thus the acts will focus on what the dining friends encounter.
Program (Past Posts)
Act 1: Meals
Act 2: Fruit
Act 3: Side Dishes
Act 4: Meat
Act 5: Ingredients
Act 6: Non-alcoholic Drinks
Act 7: Alcoholic Drinks
Whether a refreshment, nourishment, or accompaniment, drinks are part of the meal. Not everyone likes alcoholic drinks, but we took care of them in Act 6. This act features alcoholic beverages, so all song titles must include an alcoholic beverage.
Production Note
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Announcement
Regulars here know I like wine – especially red wine. The wine I refer with dinner primarily depends on the meal’s flavors. Ladies and gentlemen, aFa Productions presents The Fireballs singing their hit – Bottle of Wine.
Kingston Trio “Scotch and Soda”. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoWfDw-v4DM
Cheers!
(and I’ll save the alternative choice for a second round. 🙂 )
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Mouse,
Now there’s a song for easy listening at a dinner party. … plus we’re starting with one that I don’t know. Plenty of available songs out there, so I imagine you’ll have more coming.
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A fav from the era of real cool and “suavee”….velvet jackets and Bond, James Bond (we shall not mention the leisure suits)
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Hey Mouse … I think you like a good laugh. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLOtChaR_Ks … Actually two songs in one, but it is a bit twisted … Titties and Beer (Rodney Carrington)
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Ha ha! Too funny! Isn’t that the same guy who sings the song “Show Them To Me” (song about boobies…) 😜
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Yep … the one and only Rodney Carrington.
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Such a hoot!
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🙂 The one I’m holding behind the bar is one of those sung after a few….
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I’m anxious to hear it!
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Toby Keith and Willie Nelson, “Beer for my horses.” http://youtu.be/o1JOFhfoAD4 I love that song which is weird for a liberal like moi!
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Elyse,
I’ve always enjoyed this song, thus it was a finalist for the opening act … but I had to have wine with my dinner. Excellent choice!!!
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I had a hard time choosing on this one! I ended up going with a song I thought you were less likely to know already — this is “Bourbon in Your Eyes”, by Devil Doll. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLrKdPOyva4
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Alisha,
Another example of a song that I don’t know but like a lot. I can hear the sounds on the ballroom. Very much a foxtrot or a combo with it and swing. Many thanks!!!!
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I’m into the wine!!! Spill it! (Spill the Wine, Eric Burdon and War) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3i0DMbCKnAg
(Eric was sooo cute!)
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Ohmigosh! Check out those short shorts!
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I still see those around today! …. well, but not on guys.
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Exactly… not on the guys! (Blech, by the way…)
And good morning, Frank!
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Good morning, Dale. 🙂
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Resa,
Hooray for this classic as I was hoping it would appear!
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How about a shot of Tequila?
This Terrorvision version is my fav https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hLQCA2h8kA
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Fasab,
You’ve definitely ready for the after-dinner festivities! … and I think the band had a good time making the video. … and here’s the lemon to go with your shot.
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I had to do it, Frank.
Margaritaville by none other than the Buffet! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8VG7EuQsHEw
I wanted to do Alan Jackson’s “It’s five o’clock somewhere” but it doesn’t have the name of an alcoholic beverage. Oh well…
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Cathy,
Perfect timing as Buffet was here Tuesday night!
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Red red wine…by UB40. Cheers, Frank! It completes the meal. 🙂 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zXt56MB-3vc
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Amy,
This song was in my head as the act was approaching … 🙂 … I may need to consider Drinks: The Musical.
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This one always sticks in my head when I hear it. 🙂
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So many possibilities, so many choices but, ever since you announced that tonight was the booze night, I’ve had “Gimme a Pigfoot and a Bottle of Beer” in my mind… the Billie Holiday version. I thought I’d go with the Bessie Smith version, having just watched Queen Latifah do such a marvellous job… but I just prefer Billie’s version! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2bOjuGB_g20
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Dale,
Gotta love Billie Holiday! … Good selection that I didn’t know. Love the mixture of genre in the act. Reminds me of the bar my parents owned as they always had a big jar of pickled pig’s feet on hand. Now there’s an idea for your catering menu!
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I dunno, Frank..not quite my niche. I’m surprised you didn’t know this one. Point for me!
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Not only did I not know the song, it’s not on my go-to list.
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Hmmm…Bonus!
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Oh no … you’ve taken on a new challenge.
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Nahhh…just foolin’ around!
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See my reply to Mouse.
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As usual, Frank, an oldie but goodie: “Rum and Coca Cola” with the Andrews Sisters http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3ntMHk_QiM
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Cynthia,
Definitely an oldie and goodie. 🙂
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Being more familiar with Tom Paxton, I enjoyed this one
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Derrick,
Welcome to your first aFa musical production, which provides a fabulous collection of entertainers. Here’s a song for you … Blue Champagne (Manhattan Transfer) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mGz5x_HiIU 🙂
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Thanks
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Couldn’t resist a glass of ‘Piña Colada’ for your challenge. 🙂 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w5_EIikdFr8 sung by Rupert Holmes. The perfect vacation song.
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Sylvia,
Poolside Pina Coladas! … Cheers.
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Hey Frank – HOLD THAT BUZZER! To allow your Hipsters, Flipsters, and Jazz-lovin’ Daddy-o’s a chance to Knock you their lobes, and Hip to this duet performance of “Straight, No Chaser” by Miles Davis and John Coltrane. P.S. The bass solo is hard to hear without turning up the volume, but hang in there so you can dig the Kings of BeBop bringing back the tune at the end. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a047hPsYZd8
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Tim,
The producer is scowling at me for overriding his decision to give you the buzzer. Of course, he makes two great points … the title doesn’t fit and asking for repentance from the start.
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Thanks for going out on a limb for me with your producer. I admittedly went beyond the “drinks are part of the meal” criterion and gave too much sway to those who enjoy a few stiff ones before the main feast.
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The producer told me that you are on his watch list.
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Hi Frank, Here’s a creepy/trippy one: “Summer Wine” by Lee Hazlewood, 1966 Here’s Nancy Sinatra and Lee Hazlewood 1967 cover: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=325jxJIJkJM
Great post!
Theadora
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Theodora,
Is this your first-time at a musical? If so, Welcome! … (Big oops if not 😉 ). Meanwhile, I like your choice!
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Yes! Thanks for the warm hospitality!
~T.
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Bourbon and Boys by Laura Bell Bundy, I had never heard of her, I don’t mind this song at all, though I think it would sound better if not live. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWwnkcuj6IQ
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Catherine,
She’s new to me, too. … but I welcome another genre to the act!
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Great post, it was fun to read … and me too, I like wine, red wine. Thanks for sharing.
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Cecilia,
Welcome … Memory tells me this is your first musical. Because you like red wine, here’s a classic for you … Days of Wine and Roses (Frank Sinatra) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nAyeho4TpI8 (Note: The next act is in two weeks)
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Here’s a classic: Strange Brew – Cream https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_NholHANoY and one you probably had ready waiting: Zappa’s: Titties & Beer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WzzWEeiUf3Y 😉 [a couple more classic rock bands out there but tomorrow maybe!]
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Marina,
A long time since I last heard Strange Brew. … Meanwhile, whew … that’s pure Zappa! In my reply to PhilosopherMouse, you must see the song of the same title (but a different song).
FYI: There’s a musical video in latest OITS you must see.
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🙂 🙂 !!!!!
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1 Bourbon, 1 Scotch, 1 Beer (John Lee Hooker) https://youtu.be/q-fSZRYeBWk
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Time for another round?
Pete Seeger with Rye Whiskey. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFSAc3E1hWc
We used to drive my classical music mom nuts screaming this one along with my dad on long summer car trips. Mom said it was inappropriate for children even if it had a duck in it. My dad probably knew the Tex Ritter version. Those lyrics are here:http://www.grub.ws/info/pie/page2.html
Now git up and dance.
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I’m sorry to have missed the party, Frank! We were out of town and I didn’t intend to stop blogging, but I was caring for my parents on this particular trip and “life” got a little complicated. On the other hand, I did indulge in alcoholic beverages…some nice Paso Robles wines helot to soften the extremes of the stress. 🙂
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Debra,
Taking care of aging parents isn’t an easy task. Strength to you, but cheers to you for going. … and as you know, I love Paso wines.
Here’s a song from me to you that fits in a variety of ways. The Little Ole Wine Drinker Me (Dean Martin) … https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=boWM7zvmvcM … and feel free to add your own.
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OOoOOOh – I have one that would make anyone wanna’ dance…
Beer Barrel Polka!
Here’s a version with a bit of a Tex-Mex twist as played by Valerio Longoria: https://youtu.be/3Q1DC9PbWJM
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RoSy,
Amazing this song didn’t come out sooner! Love the Tex-Mex twist. … and in college band, we played this between the 3rd and 4th quarters at home games.
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Fun – eh?
I was surprised that it didn’t come up either. I was like WooooWhooo – I know what I’m going to share! 😉
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