Entertainment & Style

While i usually enjoy most of the articles in AARP, "One Day Home Fixes" was a little disingenuous and could actually be dangerous for some people if they took the advice.Jonathan and Drew may be experts in their line of work but to make suggestions based on their parents' situation and apply it to the general population is unwise at best.They would have been better off consulting with a Certified Aging in Place ( CAPS ) specialist, or an Occupational Therapist experienced in home modification. 

The Blues Those songs about the Blues.  Do you know some?     

At 72 years old, I want one last experience with a band I love... I can't go solo due to mobility issues. I've asked my daughters (who experienced 1-Oct 2017) and their partners and my friend and hopefully will get the tickets the minute they go on sale. What say you, AARP Friends? Good choice? Advise, helpful tips?

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  Lynyrd Skynyrd, Alabama, Creedance Clearwater Revival, Allman Brothers Band, ZZ Top, Marshall Tucker Band, Charlie Daniels Band, 38 Special,  New Riders of the Purple Sage, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Eagles and so many more were considered Country Rock.   Nowadays, some country songs are barely distinguishable from rock and other bands have continued the country rock genre. Post your old favorites and newer ones you have found that you enjoy. ( Videos or Just the Songs )

Sweet songs;  songs about candy, ice cream, sweet love, sweet things.. you know !  

I found these historic events to be quite interesting, and just wanted to share!  🙂 Notable Events for October 21st:[source: National Day Calendar - October 21 | Birthdays & Events]1774 - The first flag to include the word "Liberty" is flown in Massachusetts.1867 - The Medicine Lodge Treaty is signed Great Plains Indian leaders, relocating the tribes to a reservation in Indian Territory.[While the treaty did relocate some Plains tribes, it's important to note that it was a complex event with significant cultural and historical implications. The treaty process was often fraught with misunderstandings and unequal power dynamics.]1869 - The first shipment of fresh oysters is delivered from Baltimore.1871 - The first amateur outdoor athletic games begin in NY.1879 - Thomas Edison applies for a patent for an incandescent light bulb.1915 - The first radiotelephone message overseas is made from Arlington, VA to Paris, France.[This was a significant milestone, but it's wort

Time in a Bottle:  Jim Croce 

What are your favorite romantic songs/music?

E.G.: "LIKE A ROLLING STONE"- DYLAN; "CLOSER" BY NINE INCH NAILS("ANIMAL")...

There are some crazy ones out there...  so what are your favorites?excluding a whole bunch of them that are way to x rated to post here!   

FROM THE ARTICLE. R.E.M. Never Really Retired. Its members have kept busy in new bands, especially guitarist Peter Buck. By Craig Rosen, AARP. Published February 02, 2026. After a three-decade run that included such hits as “Losing My Religion,” “Man on the Moon” and “The One I Love,” popular rock band R.E.M. split in 2011. But its members never really retired. Guitarist Peter Buck, 69, has been especially busy since then, playing in numerous acts. And bassist Mike Mills, 67, recently formed a supergroup called Howl Owl Howl with Darius Rucker from Hootie & the Blowfish and Steve Gorman from the Black Crowes. USE LINK BELOW TO READ THE ARTICLE. https://www.aarp.org/entertainment/music/rem-never-really-retired/

I'll start with: Break On Through (To The Other Side):  The Doors

EL PASO   MARTY ROBBINS

FROM THE ARTICLE. How Did Concerts Get So Expensive? Getting reasonably priced tickets requires some effort; we offer tips. By Ed Condran, AARP. Published December 10, 2025. Concert tickets were once affordable. A ticket to Eric Clapton’s 1983 performance at Philadelphia’s Spectrum arena sold for $6.50, with no additional fees. I know; I found the ticket in my attic, a memento of that show.But if you went see Clapton in Philadelphia’s current arena, Xfinity Mobile Arena, this past September, a similar seat would have cost you $397.70. Plus fees! USE LINK BELOW TO READ THE ARTICLE. https://www.aarp.org/entertainment/music/how-did-concerts-get-so-expensive/

THIS COULD BE FUN: WE COULD START WITH ACTUAL  DUETS, THEN GO TO DREAM DUETS/WORST IDEA DUETS...I'LL START W/ SOME ACTUALS;   TOM WAITS & CRYSTAL GAYLE-"ONE FROM THE HEART" SOUNDTRACK;   LYLE LOVETT& AL GREEN_"FUNNY HOW TIME SLIPS AWAY"; BOB DYLAN& JOHNNY CASH-"NASHVILLE SKYLINE".

Three (3) Times A lady - the Commodores

This topic might take some research & thought: I'll start with one of my favorites: Born To Run by Bruce & Clarence

Many songwriters are inspired to write from events that happened to them or their band members. What are some that you know?  "Smoke on the Water" by Deep Purple -- written about the fire at the Montreux Switzerland, Frank Zappa concert, that Deep Purple's members were in the audience and they got safely out to a nearby restaurant and watched the smoke gather across Lake Geneva.

Name a song that honors Mother Nature! I'd like to start with: Here Comes The Sun 🌄    

Who were some of your favorite musical artists of the 80s? Michael Jackson? Madonna? Whitney Houston? Prince? Share a memory of listening to your favorite.

Today’s high schoolers and their grownup counterparts reminisce with lyrics and try to sing favorite songs. What music do teens and parents have in common? Lady Gaga? Boyz II Men? “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star”?   What songs could go on a cross-generational playlist?

This game will feature songs about parenting, grandparenting, kids in general or a specific kid.   To start:  "Zachary and Jennifer" by John Denver

There are many songs that are based on actual events. Some are more accurate than others.I'll start with The Rising by Bruce Springsteen

Money. Some of us are standing in long lines to get into stores to spend it.  And we can't forget that it's tax time, so some of us are getting those refunds and some of us are getting ready to ante up.  And all the while, investment values are bouncing around like out of control tennis balls.   Maybe it's the root of all evil, but that cookie jar cash stash is not such a bad thing.  Musicians sure have a lot to say about it.  How about some songs about money, or spending it, or shopping  with it (yay) , etc.?