Tag Archives: Music

Album of the Month – Captain Fantastic by Elton John

Posted on March 1, 2025 by Just Chuck

Growing up I was exposed to music very early in my life as my mom and most of her sisters and brothers played an instrument. My Mom and Aunts played piano, my Uncles played guitar. So when we visited my … Continue reading →

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5 Guitar Riffs That Impacted My Young Guitar Life

Posted on February 26, 2025 by Just Chuck

Today’s post highlights a video I posted on my YouTube channel – Retirement Ain’t Easy. In this video I highlight 5 guitar riffs, or licks, that had an impact on my initial guitar journey. I start with the first riff … Continue reading →

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I’m Not a Drummer, But I can Drum

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Just Chuck

I’m not a drummer. I’m a guitarist by day. However, over the years I’ve dabbled. Growing up, I wanted to be a Drummer. I wanted to be Micky Dolenz of the Monkees or Bingo from the Banana Splits. Then I … Continue reading →

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Album of the Month – Powerhouse by American Tears

Posted on February 1, 2025 by Just Chuck

If you’ve followed this blog for any length of time you know that I do this Album/Vinyl of the Month Series. Once a month I choose an album from my collection and talk about when I bought it, where I … Continue reading →

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2025 New Year Resolutions

Posted on January 27, 2025 by Just Chuck

Once again it’s time to put forth my resolutions or goals for 2025. I’m a bit late this year but better late than never. As a former Project Manager, I find that setting goals is essential for my self worth … Continue reading →

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10 Albums From My High School Graduation Year-1979

Posted on January 22, 2025 by Just Chuck

A month or so ago I saw a YouTube post from a Mike at Hubtunes who posted a few videos with the theme called Rock & Roll High School – 5 Records From My High School Years.  I liked the … Continue reading →

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My Music Results for 2024

Posted on January 18, 2025 by Just Chuck

In 2024 I released four songs to the public. I am, for better or worse, a music artist with an EP released. I am a BMI songwriter.  My songs are registered through BMI.  I distribute my music through Distrokid. This … Continue reading →

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Vinyl Community Thread – #Winter

Posted on January 13, 2025 by Just Chuck

So, on YouTube there are a number of vinyl and CD “Tags” or “Threads”. These Tags/Threads are lists or questions put forth to the vinyl/CD community that you answer with items from your vinyl or CD collection. I participate in … Continue reading →

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1 Year of Retirement – How Was It?

Posted on January 10, 2025 by Just Chuck

After 38 years, 10 months and 20 days, I retired on December 31, 2023 at 62 years of age.  I have now completed full year of retirement and wanted to share how things played out and how I’m filling my … Continue reading →

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2024 New Year’s Resolutions Report Card

Posted on January 4, 2025 by Just Chuck

Its time to review my 2024 New Year’s Resolutions. I’ve been doing this for a number of years now. I always set some goals for myself that have to do with my personal creative side. These goals are self improvements … Continue reading →

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