I posted this on my Facebook page, where I have been doing the majority of my [limited] posting recently. This was in response to Jana's "tagging" me (see her list on her site, the link is on the right). Thought it might be of interest to some. Maybe not. It wasn't as hard as I thought...in fact, as the title indicates, there may be another list coming. Or not. I mean, I haven't posted here since last year, so it could be 2010 before I get around to it.
1. The Who, Live at Leeds: One of the best live rock & roll albums ever. Saw these guys in concert in 1981 (post Keith Moon), it was an unbelievable show. Maximum R&B, baby.
2. Rush, 2112: Probably three of the most accomplished rock musicians (Neal Peart, best rock drummer ever), and the pride of the Great White North. The last song on the album, “Something for Nothing”, is one of my all time favorites. I have searched YouTube in vain for a video of them performing this. Some of the other early stuff (Farewell to Kings, Fly By Night) is kinda special to me, as well. The later stuff, not so much.
3. Pink Floyd, The Dark Side of the Moon: This album was on the top 25 for YEARS, and for good cause. One of the early “concept” albums, few have pulled it off as well since. David Gilmour’s solo on “Money” is a R&R standard. I’m sure drummers everywhere have used “Time” as a practice tune, as well.
4. The Who, Tommy: The. Rock. Opera. If I have to explain, you wouldn’t understand.
5. The Concert At Woodstock: See above. An eclectic mix of the greats of the 60’s and 70’s. Don’t miss Alvin Lee & Ten Years After, “I’m Going Home”.
6. Van Halen, any: Hey, they’re Dutch kids. How can I not like their music? I really have no preference on David Lee vs. Sammy, either. If only Eddie could pick it up a bit on the guitar.
7. Queen, A Night At The Opera: Can’t hear this one without thinking of Garth & Wayne in the Pacer. Freddie Mercury was an outstanding vocalist, Brian May a tremendous guitarist.
8. The Who, Who’s Next: Great tunes - "Baba O'Riley", "Bargain", "Behind Blue Eyes", and "Won't Get Fooled Again". The rebellious teen in me loved the cover art, as well.
9. Pink Floyd, The Wall: Second best concept album ever. One of the greatest guitar solos ever on “Comfortably Numb”.
10. The Beatles, Abbey Road: OK, you knew there had to be at least one Beatles album. The irony is, the band was about to break up, but this was considered one of their best products. Not a bad song on the album, in my opinion.
11. The Doors: These guys were way ahead of their time. The tunes still work today.
12. Deep Purple, Machine Head: “Smoke On The Water” has one of the most recognizable guitar riffs ever. I wore that track out on the album.
13. Black Sabbath, Paranoid: From my “banger” days. “Iron Man”. Need I say more?
14. Jethro Tull, Aqualung: After “Aqualung” and “Cross-Eyed Mary”, turn to the second side to hear Ian Anderson’s religious commentary. Thought provoking.
15. Steppenwolf, Steppenwolf and Monster: More from my formative years. Who doesn’t remember “Magic Carpet Ride”? “America” was a favorite from the Monster album.
Jeff & Charlotte...
Jana and Sam...
And, of course, my lovely bride and the 34 years together we've been blessed with.
And, some awesome scenery in wine country...
We enjoyed a lovely rehearsal dinner on Thursday evening at El Dorado Kitchen...
Not - so - sweet dreams, perhaps? 
Happy New Year to all of you. Many blessings in 2009!
Grandchildren, that is. Here's a welcome to Samuel Scott Tigchelaar, born 12/27/2008 at 10:58AM. 8 lb., 4 ozs. and 21.5" long. Big sister Charlotte, and mom & dad are all well and excited about this precious new addition. Pics to come!
