CAT BEAR

By: Gail Nobles
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  • Commentary News about music, and more at the Cat Bear audio station. By Gail Nobles © 2019
    https://sites.google.com/view/thecatbear/home There are different shows on the Cat Bear. 1. Postgirl's Recordings, The New Retro, One Note Jam, and The Whitney Soul Podcast.
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  • Remembering Harmony Groups on AM Radio 10:15:24 11.47 AM

    Remembering Harmony Groups on AM Radio 10:15:24 11.47 AM
    Oct 15 2024
    Keyboardist & Vocals: Gail Nobles
    Story by: Gail Nobles

    Let’s take a little trip down memory lane, back to those golden days when AM radio filled the airwaves with sweet voices harmonizing in perfect unison. Oh, those were the times when harmony groups would make your heart sing and your soul sway!

    I learned about Billy Stewart. He was singing “Sitting in the Park” back in the '60s, bringing warmth and joy to everyone tuning in. Fast forward to 1980. We were treated to an updated version by G.Q., who gave us “I Do Love You,” also a Billy Stewart song, reminding us that the spirit of those harmony nights was alive and well!

    Don’t forget Ray, Goodman & Brown and their soulful hit, “Special Lady,” a melodic gem that captivated the hearts of so many. The essence of harmony and rhythm-and-blues brought to mind the thrill of doo-wop—those legendary groups singing sweetly on street corners, just like I caught on TV with Sha-Na-Na.

    For those youngsters who may not have lived through that glorious era, let me tell you, there’s nothing quite like the magic of vocal harmony. These groups didn’t need fancy production or flashy instruments; their voices alone created the kind of music that could make you stop in your tracks and feel every note deep in your bones.

    So let’s keep spinning those classics, and remember the rich tapestry of harmonies that defined a generation. Turning on that AM dial was like opening a treasure chest of sound, filled with love, heart, and the magic of the human voice!

    I’m Gail Nobles remembering harmony groups on Podcast AM.
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    3 mins
  • AM Radio In The 70s 10:13:24 11.43 PM

    AM Radio In The 70s 10:13:24 11.43 PM
    Oct 14 2024
    Intro music: Samplefocus.com
    Usage: Standard license
    Story and Cover art by: Gail Nobles

    You didn’t think podcasting could have an AM radio sound, did you? Well, I suppose in this digital age, sound quality is king, but let’s not forget the charm of those crackly, static-filled airwaves we grew up with. Ah, the golden days of radio! There’s something about tuning in to your favorite station, praying that the signal comes in clear so you can enjoy the music without the distraction.

    Once a radio station ceases to exist, it’s as if the very spirit of its history diappears. It’s left like a whisper in the wind—only lingering in the minds of those who once tuned in. Take WHIT, for instance. There I was, a little girl in the 70s, listening to what felt like magic coming from a car radio as I enjoyed a ride. I have a notion that it was an AM station, broadcasting from somewhere that felt like a world away.

    I can almost hear the strains of Randy Newman’s “Short People” floating through the air, mixed with the smooth vibe of Paul McCartney’s “Silly Love Songs.” There was Charlie Dore crooning “Pilot of the Airwaves,” and Debbie Boone telling me, “You Light Up My Life.” How can I forget Melisa Manchester's “Don’t Cry Out Loud,” or Candi Staton’s “Run, Heart, Run Free”, and Yvonne Elliman’s “If I Can’t Have You.” Now, I don’t know if I heard all these hits on WHIT specifically, but the memories are neatly tucked away with that station.

    And let’s not overlook the charismatic Wolfman Jack—how could we forget the man who owned the airwaves? He spun records with the enthusiasm only a true radio DJ could muster.

    AM radio might have been fuzzier than a cat’s fur, and the static could drive you nuts, but there was a certain warmth to those imperfect sounds. The music managed to shine through the noise, and that’s what made it special. I didn’t care about the interference; I was too busy lost in the melodies that carried my dreams.
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    4 mins
  • Jalen Ngonda-Anyone In Love 10:10:24 6.21 PM

    Jalen Ngonda-Anyone In Love 10:10:24 6.21 PM
    Oct 10 2024
    Photo: Drew de F Fawkes
    Usage: CC BY 2.0
    https://flic.kr/p/24Fr2uK
    Keyboardist: Gail Nobles

    Hello, I’m Gail Nobles and Jalen Ngonda is here to take you on a soulful journey with his hit “Anyone In Love.” This vibrant tune is a dazzling blend of doo-wop and modern R&B that’ll take you back to those smooth ballad days. Those days when you first heard the Chilites, Blue Magic, and Enchantment just to name a few. Jalen’s smooth vocals deliver a timeless love story. Anyone could relate to the song who’s ever felt the thrill of romance. It’s a real sensation.

    It’s a song of emotional depth, a focus on love, and relationships. Ballads are often characterized by their lyrical storytelling and ability to convey deep feelings, which seems to be present in this track. Therefore, it would be reasonable to classify “Anyone In Love” as a ballad. So check out Jalen’s new single Anyone In Love. I’m Gail Nobles, and you’re listening to the CAT BEAR.
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    2 mins

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