The Death of James Brown

The "Godfather of Soul" died on Christmas Day and he died in Augusta, Georgia, right across the river from where I went to high school. For me his most famous song was "I Feel Good" and I can't help but get a big smile on my face when I hear that song. that song actually does make me feel good and his sincerity just comes right through. James Brown wrote a lot of songs that mean a lot to many people. I can't say that most of it was my cup of tea but I certainly respect the man as a very creative musician who had many barriers to break down in order to acheive the success he did acheive. Long live James Brown!!

How does music affect us Babyboomers?

We all know that music makes us feel good, right? It brings back happy memories, gives us energy, calms us down and generally feeds our spirits. How does this happen?? Well, there is a process called entrainment, whereby the components of music: rhythm, melody, mood of music, etc., synchronize with your own biorhythms (heartbeat and breathing). Sooo, when you listen to a favorite song from the 50's, 60's or even 70's, your brain and body are flooded with memories, endorphines, dopamine and other "feel-good" chemicals. It's the best way to get a "natural high." Give it a try!

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Baby Boomers and Christmas Music

If you're on the older side of the Baby Boom, like me, you grew up with the Holiday music of the 1950's. Songs like "I saw Mommy kissing Santa Claus, "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Raindeer" and "All I want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth." Hearing those songs makes me smile and my brain is flooded with memories which in turn creates and flood of serotonin and endorphins. For a brief period I feel no pain whatsoever and I am transported to happy childhood memories and times. How about you??