The Story
Color is a large, broad topic, yet color is a human perspective.
We see because cones on the eye’s retina detects a specified range of colors in light, transforms the light messages into nerve impulses to be sent to the brain for interpretation and translation into sight. If it wasn’t for the cones on the retina we wouldn’t see the range of colors that we do … but we could still see without cones.
Colors are a range in the visible light spectrum that correspond to some guy named Roy G Biv. We categorize colors into different levels as primary, secondary, and intermediate. involve tints, shades, and hues with neutrals, pastels, warm/cool, and complementary/contrast … yet designers and artists organize usable colors into a palate.
While a color space organizes colors, a color model serves as a mathematical interpretation … yet 216 colors have been identified as safe for web pages – each with an identify code – each with its own mixture of RGB (red, green, blue), HSL (hue, saturation, lightness and HSB (hue, saturation, brightness).
Cultures adapt color for various symbolisms. The same color can mean excitement, purity, danger, success, and more … yet colors are associated with personality, psychology, meditation, philosophy, and marketing.
No matter the perception, scheme, physics, theory, psychology, or culture, this experience is Colors: The Musical.
PROGRAM
Act 1: Black
Act 2: Red
Act 8: Shades
Shade, tone, hue, tinge,touch tone, cast, highlights, lowlights, saturation, lightness, darkness, pigmentation, and complexion are closely related to shades.
A color wheel is a visual representation of colors in relationship to other colors. We start with primary colors, then move onto secondary and tertiary colors. We can add white and/or black to any of the colors to create shades. We add white and black to different hues of the shades. The bottom line is a large palette options available for our us.
Our choices are many – yet we work to complement the scheme with different shades through lightness, darkness, and coordinating.
Guidelines
- Songs must include a color shade in the title
- The shade may only be used once
- No colors from previous or upcoming acts (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet, purple, brown, black, white)
- No duplicate songs of the shade (once the shade is used in a song title, no more songs from that shade)
- Stick to normal shade colors
- The Producer has the final say on what is an acceptable shade
No duplicates songs regardless of artists
Production Note
To prevent browsers crashing from loading too many videos, please 1) include the song title and artist in your text, and 2) paste the URL as part of your last line (not a new line). The latter will provide a link, thus not embed the actual video … but I don’t mind unembedding, so apologies are not necessary.
Announcement
This act is a challenge to attendees – but the aFa team is confident that it’s readers will rise to the occasion. The opening act is not only an American icon, but he’s also a global star. With his roots in the American heartland, his songs capture the heart and soul of ordinary Americans. Ladies and gentlemen, we welcome John Mellencamp singing Beige to Beige, (therefore no more songs featuring Beige in the title).
Hey Frank. If I understand the challenge correctly, I think this might work: “Pink Cadillac” by Bruce Springsteen. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29_RZ82aZ6A
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Cathy,
Now that’s the way to follow the opening act!
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Does Bruce Springsteen sing anything badly? I doubt that. GREAT song …. loved it in the past and today as I listened I grooved a little. Yes Sir … I sure did. I want the car ‘A Pink Cadillac’.
It looks delicious … like strawberry ice cream. 🎼
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Bruce is definitely an American classic!
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Will this work, Frank: Lilac Wine by Jeff Buckley? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8K6BSqi9F5A
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Elyse,
I admit that I didn’t know this song or the artist … but that’s OK. The Producer and I had a long discussion about your submission. Interestingly, and counter to what normally happens, I was the one against using this song – which means The Producer was in your corner … and he finally convinced me. That could be a first!
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I think of lilac as a shade of purple…
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It’s one of those tough ones because it’s also a plant.
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Well, my thanks to the Producer. Send him an orange for me 😉
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Excellent choice… love this song!
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Hooray … glad someone else knew this song!
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NOT the MIley Cyrus version. No no no no twerking.
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Can I please have “A Whiter Shade of Pale” by Procol Harum? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mb3iPP-tHdA
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GREAT song!
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I spelt ‘Harum’ wrong, but I adore this song. It takes me right back to the days when I was young. 🙂
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They were an underrated group. I love Conquistador, too. Didn’t quite fit in with the color in today’s post though!
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😆
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Sylvia,
Now there’s a classic song. On the other hand, this song forced a special meeting this morning with The Producer. The list of denying this song was lengthy, but the list of approving had one more reason than the nots … so it stands!
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Yay!! You’ve made my day, Frank. 😀
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Here is Brown Sugar by the Stones in Texas 1972. https://youtu.be/Fmfi3UbDPnQ
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Brown was last act, my friend… The Producer will be buzzing you if you don’t come up with another! 😉
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I was out of town. Missed that one. Going to plead mercy and go to bed.
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Jim,
Dale is correct … but I also understand you being tired and so it was off to bed … here’s one for you … Amber Waves (Mike Oldfield) …. and beautiful imagery! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grxM66kiuNg
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Thanks. After that, I had to go take a nap. 🙂
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Donovan wrote and sang this song in 1965, but here is a version by Joan Baez:TURQUOISE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgikyaOkIGE
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Cynthia,
Wow … not only a beautiful song, but a beautiful video. Many thanks!
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Gosh … Donovan. I used to listen to him. I forgot about this song. Yes, a real good song and beautiful video. 🎹
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Well.. not that I want to copy The Producer but I did have a “beige tune” in mind… How about the Smashing Pumpkins with “Being Beige” ? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=149BY2WTPJI
I was going to add another but I shall be nice and wait…
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Dale,
Copying The Producer in this act isn’t a good idea because the opening song made Beige unavailable.
On the positive side, I’m able to provide one that can get by his tyrannical nature. Here’s an oddie hit … Silver Bird (Mark Lindsay) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xVv0EGiY7k4
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Oh… shoot… I thought we couldn’t repeat SONGS that had been used in the past… I didn’t realise you… I mean, The Producer, was going to be so uppity about using the same shade… So not cool.
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Yep … no duplicate songs and no duplicate shades – a tough challenge … but so far so good. … and actually more shades left.
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Dammit… I am not pleased with me for not reading the instructions properly
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I could tell you to read the last line in the announcement, but I won’t.
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No, no..no need. I read but didn’t pay attention. I’m blaming my 10+ hour days, causing great pain in my feet which prevent me from paying proper attention to anything else…
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That’s a lot of hours of running around on your feet. Hang in there …. and find a foot masseuse.
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It is… bonus is I’m down 9 lbs so far!
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That a way! … and there is still several months to go of a busy golf season.
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Oh no …. info I didn’t know. Copying … like school …. sorry about you BUZZZZzzzzz.
🎼
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This was a great challenge, Frank. And I repeat…challenge! Here’s one I hope fits the bill. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bisN-z_4CnA Fuchsia Swing Song, by Sam Rivers circa mid-60s!
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Debra,
Good choice … and another one for the jazz lovers … and way to meet the challenge!
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I’d never heard this song before. Thanks for introducing it to me.
A real swinging swing. 🎷
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Some thought they were singing Chistmas is over but it’s Tommy James’ favourite colour and favourite flower (or so he claims). He could of gone for a two for one and chosen a crimson clover. The single version of Crimson & Clover by Tommy James & The Shondells: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7tkXtMnSi64.
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Yahooey,
Another great song and a sure-fire selection for this act. Well done!
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I had thought about this song but it was already taken. I always enjoyed the unusual sound.
Great choice … !!! 🎹
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Thank you!
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Just to be on the safe side, here’s a song with two shades in the title, so I’m pretty sure at least one should count; Ebony and Ivory, by Paul McCartney and Stevie Wonder: https://youtu.be/TZtiJN6yiik
Although, considering the message of the song, both ebony and ivory should count as a shade. 🙂
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X,
Congrats on user a 2-fer because The Producer ruled that both count (thus both can’t be used again). This one was on the short list as the opener, but we passed on it due to its popularity.
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Happy Wednesday, my friend! Here’s Mood Indigo by The Duke https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GohBkHaHap8 🙂
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Marina,
in act like this one, The Producer has much control on the tune … and in this case, Indigo was in a previous act (6)
But here’s one for you … Scarlet (U2) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mY77Emnv0Aw
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Deserved that! 😉 So busy lately I failed this 😞 Hopefully I’ll have more time by the beginning of July!😔 ] Thank you for the U2 tune, Frank. 🙂
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I love the ‘Mood Indigo’ song you selected, Marina. Ssooo sorry you were buzzed.
WwaaaaHH …!!!!
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Thank you, my dear Isadora. It’s okay – I deserved that – what can you do, brain needs a break from time to time! 😉
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hahaha … my brain needs a rest too. It’s fun to get a buzzer sometimes. It keeps us sharp. 😍
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It does, doesn’t it?!!!!!! 😂😃😄🤔
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It happens to the best … so in the light of being busy, understandable. Hang in there!
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How about another Duke Ellington? Black and Tan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GN3_c1OnA3s
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Merril,
An interesting pick … although Black is a no-no, Tan is a go! … and cheers to another song by a jazz classic.
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I knew Black was “a no-no” but I figured the title was OK with “tan” in it.
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Here’s Charlie Parker’s iconic recording of “Scrapple From The Apple,” a tune that every jazz improvisor must master or risk being “thrown the cymbal” (as depicted in Clint Eastwood’s movie “Bird” about the life of Charlie Parker): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9b2AOlCGpKY
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Tim,
First of all, challenging The Producer is never a good idea. Secondly, even I would have nixed this song. But being that I am a generous soul who tries to balance The Producer’s ways, here’s a jazz standard that would fit … Mahogany Hall Stomp (Wynton Marsalis) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mo5cFeOZVFY
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Wynton Marsalis never disappoints. He’s got some chops. Good song. 🎺
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Having run afoul of the “Stick to normal shade colors” rule, my pain was eased with the Wynton Marsalis Jazz Quartet’s excellent rendition of ‘Mahogany Hall Stomp.’
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Glad to know you appreciated the stomp. Meanwhile, you may also enjoy Shades of Jade (Lionel Hampton) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7p0aR3ON9o
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The title gave me an idea of some poetic expression. I’m glad to know all that has to be known about the technicalities of viewing a colour. Thanks!
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Eloquent,
Good to know that this post served as a poetic inspiration for you. Let me know when you post it. Meanwhile, given I like a wide variety of musical genres, here’s a song for you … Rub Me Khaki (The Tennors) – with a bit of reggae. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nsn6pVBnNqU
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You’re sweet. Can I know your name please? I like to refer my blogger friends by their own names.
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Gladly because my name is easy to remember because it’s on the blog. Although A Frank Angle means “an honest view” … it’s also a play on words because my name is Frank.
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Oh, Hi Frank!
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🙂
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A very, very slow reggae to listen to. They are no Bob Marley’s. A bit too
dull but maybe there’s a reason …. of course, there’s a reason … I am not
going there. 😳
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Definitely slow – maybe the style of the era.
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Greetings to the Producer ….
Shades has been a difficult category. I was unable to think of anything and do have to admit ‘Google’ was a good source. I found a song and was drawn to it because it has an artist called Marina and The Diamonds – Gold Lyrics https://youtu.be/a7pqRmonAaI/ I thought of Marina when I read the title.
Then, I found another … hope that’s OK …. but the video requires a ‘WARNING’ It’s a wacky video that may be disturbing to some; to other it’s creative artistic license. Either way, here’s
Aerosmith – Pink https://youtu.be/ZfbBqBOSXlU/
Have a wonderful time listening …
Isadora 😎
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Isadora,
Greetings … and The Producer and I have been waiting on a “gold” song, so thanks for coming through! It’s presence gives you a buzzer pass regarding the Pink song (as pink has been used). Meanwhile, it’s great seeing you commenting on other songs!
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Eeekkk …. I should have re-read the rules. MMMMmmm … next time I will definitely go there first. 😁
The producer has been very kind. Thank you, Mr. P.😎
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Be careful trying to soften The Producer because he doesn’t know how to handle kind words.
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🤗
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This is making me think too hard after a looooong day of house fixing-up and condo-looking, so I’ll just say ‘hi’ instead. Hi, Frank!
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Carrie,
I’m so happy you dropped by. Oh yes … you have more than a full plate at the moment, so I have a relaxing song for you … Aqua (Kitaro) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xwmDe0OhhPs …. BTW – if you get a chance, I think you will appreciate the post before this one.
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Lovely song. Thank you. 🙂
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Thought you could use a calming effect.
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You just thought backing off blogging would cut you some slack HA HA. Sounds lke crazy land still your way. Enjoy all the adventures
(Sorry for interrupting, Frank)
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Hi Phil! It’s especially crazy now because I’ve had painters in my house for five days now. My kitchen has been off-limits and plastic wrap is everywhere. A few more days of that and then some new carpet being laid. This introvert is trying to find her zen. Getting a house ready to list isn’t for the faint of heart!
Hope you’re doing well, Phil. And you too, Frank!
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I feel your pain. Hang in there!
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Cool Blue by Eurythmics https://g.co/kgs/PR9kGC
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Audra,
That’s a tough one … but The Producer issues the mandates.
I argued for you, but he was firm in his stance – although he conceded that there are shades he would accept that have blue in the title, but cool wasn’t one of them. Believe me, he’s a strange one.
Meanwhile, I have one for you – actually one that some would consider a tw0-fer … Platinum Blonde (Blonde) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4K9sz9ht58
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Hey cool blue is a shade!! I want a confab with the head dude.. Grumble.
😁😁😳😜
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Flirting with one of the banned colors is a dangerous endeavor.
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Haa. Ok ok.
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Time for me to add one … Do the Ginger Snap (Little Bobby Moore) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsqy0iebs4o
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Frank, you keep using up the shades! Here’s my choice, always love a good boogie tune! “Chartreuse” by ZZ Top – https://youtu.be/uTjgZEapJb8 My husband met Billy Gibbons a few years ago, they had a great time talking about guitars.
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Lynn,
Perfect selection! … and a fun story, too!
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Here’s Lavender Blue (Leon & Mary Russell) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGzgpfmFelA&feature=youtu.be
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Thanks for Lionel Hampton’s band playing “Shades of Jade.” His sax section sound was truly the creme de la creme of the Society Swing Bands.
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Tim,
Glad you enjoyed Lionel Hampton as I was hoping you would see this one!
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Has anyone done 311’s Amber? I do realize amber is a stone as well as a color, but since the song specifically says amber is the color of your energy…. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSwihOwFX0Q
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LB,
Good news is that The Producer declares amber an acceptable color for this act. Bad news is that it has been used.
But here’s a song for you … Blue, Red, and Grey (Pete Townsend) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqWP7uDsjPo
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Bummer. I didn’t read all the comments.
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After reading the comments… I am picking up Johann Strauss II – The Blue Danube Waltz – sublime piece… and yet, I suspect I might be wrong (?) … https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CTYymbbEL4 senidng love, anyways! 😉 Aquileana 😀
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Aquileana,
But … here’s one for you …. Behind These Hazel Eyes (Kelly Clarkson) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEP2eGiRNAY … hope all is well with you!
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Scarlet Begonia’s – Grateful Dead https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OrIRE8Hzl7c Been working nights for daze now! Finally a day off. I tried to read all of the comments but I’m quite tired… a form of tried! Hoping scarlet isn’t in one of them.
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Resa,
Hooray … scarlet made the act! … .and by classic artists!!!! Although you are tired, hope the project is going well. WHITE is next (Tuesday)!
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