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Natopus - Transition -
BNO -1985 This is what some people might call a new age cd. Well
it is. When Jimi first moved to Los Angeles he hooked up with
a musician named Bob Slap. Bob had been working with Valley
Of The Sun a label that specialized in new age music and
self help products. Slap asked Jimi if he would like to help
him with a project,...many albums later. Jimi was asked by the
Dick Sutphen president of the company to produce something on
his own. Natopus was born. This cd has sold extremely well in
Japan over the years. The music was also used in many Lamaze
classes in hospitals in the California area. Not everyones cup
of tea. Sure is interesting what Jimi can come up with. Recorded
at Horizon Studios in Malibu, California. Kant Gettalon iUpdate (back)
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 LONG
BEACH CA PEGGY CASERTA
- SURVIVING JANIS JOPLIN - A woman like no other, Peggy's fast-paced
stories burn a hole through the fabric of time, allowing me a
quick vision of the whirlwind of changes occurring in San Francisco
during the sixties. Her experimental wisdom, developed over the
years, came across as vividly honest. Although I was born at
least a generation too late, I've always held a certain affinity
for the ideals which sprung forth from the transitional period
we often associate with typical images like bare feet, hitchhiking,
and flowers in the hair, or what is commonly referred to as "hippie-love-sh*t".
She arrived on the scene before the scent of revolution was even
in the air. Growing up in New Orleans, she traveled to |New York
for a time, and collected many sky-miles as a stewardess before
settling in the Bay area. Attending college only lasted long
enough to launch her into a new state of awareness, where she
found an entrepreneurial finesse that paid off well. Her curious,
little boutique was located at 1510 Haight Street and was esoterically
named Mnasidika. This treasure trove was a cash cow that will
forever mark the map. Historical moments were unfolding as Bill
Graham started a musical movement that caught like wildfire.
Music was becoming fashionable and rock n roll a part of the
mainstream as San Francisco was a prime spot for such performers
as Jefferson Airplane, The Grateful Dead, Crosby,Stills and
Nash, Santana and many more. Bands on the scene started to
create a buzz for themselves and everyone wanted MORE. It was
during this stir of America's melting pot, when civil rights
and the topic of equality were at the forefront, freedom of expression
through speech or whatever means of protest to get the point
across. But let's not forget what got the youth started on this
trip--they were blowing their minds on LSD, opening doors, dissolving
barriers, eating up the world as if it were a giant peach, giving
up all sense of reality to understand "All You Need Is Love."
Thus dawned on us the Age of Aquarius, and as the flower children
flocked to San Fran, Peggy was sitting pretty with the only hip-store
on the block carrying those items that distinguished the psychedelics
from the squares. Being off-beat and eccentric was trendy and
kids were seeking to stand out from the crowd, taking full advantage
of thestylistc choices offered at Mnasidika (aptly named after
one of the first lesbians in Greek - mythology. Jimi Hendrix
walked in looking to get a gig and ended up with his infamous
image, the vest and adfro now accented by bellbottoms, which
could only be bought exclusively at the little Haight Street
boutique.She even sold Levi-Strauss on the idea of changing their
production lines to manufacture the new design, but unfortunately
didn't reap any royalties or licensingf ees or she'd be a billionaire.
Living across the street from Janis Joplin (before she made a
nme for herself) she would open the window and bellow her famous
phrase. "Hi-ya Honey". as seen in commercials of Southern
Comfort. Peggy recollected not paying her much attention until
after she heard the girl's wailing and powerful voice. After
complimenting her raw talent, Janis claimed emphatically. "you're
my first fan." (read
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TRYPP - 7 Deadly
Singles. This is the latest from the the Uxbridge nouveau cast
of rockophilia. The musicians are seasoned and have had their
fifteen minutes of grandeur, somewhere in the terrain of rock..
The songs are well crafted . Brian's vocals seem a bit buried
at times and it makes it hard to make out what he is saying.
Some fine guitar licks by one Eldon Wilderman, I love to have
the drums in my face...so guys on the next one BRING THEM UP....
Although we have touches of a couple musical eras, 7 Deadly Singles
makes nice easy listening and at this point in my life I want
everything to be easy. The fav tunes for moi ears were "Unpopular
Opinion" and "Legends & Mysteries" has a nice
little hook. Ok order this cd and you tell me what you think.
Reporter Seton Raspa for iUpdate review Recorded by George Sears
at the Phase One Studio in Toronto, Canada - Mixed by John Forbes
at Dale Road Studio - Port Hope, Canada |
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 Hi! I'm interested in
buying the Time CD so my question is do you ship to Sweden where
i live? all the best Jimmy |
 Hi Jim, Is
there any way to obtain the lyrics for Gypsy and your other songs?
Growing up in Toronto in the 70's, I didn't realize how many
quality songs your band made at the time, but they sure bring
back pleasant memories today.Thanks,Tim Mississauga |
 Hey Marrisa, How are yu
doing? Any info on Jimi and the band playing up here in Toronto
or GTA? Hope so, been waithng a long time. Thanks and take care.
Rick Rawlings
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I hear the mystic song in
her eyes through silent rumors The domina is shamed vanquished
by utter vacancy And yet desired by those that spill her ideals
like scrap ( from the poem Domina )
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 ALL ABOUT ME is a reality
show about the making of a reality show. Jimi and Nick would
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The Pop Rock Collection
a great
gift idea. 25 Cards and envelopes with a special message
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If you have doubts or hesitations throw
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