200 days ago I had a stupid, ridiculous, time-suck of an idea that (reluctantly) set itself free into this world… this illustrious (and regrettable) collection of short-tempered blurbs known as, The Prudent Groove.
Do I offer free downloads? No… (unless you email me). Do I solve even a smidge of the world’s problems with this 365 consecutive day project? Hello no, and I don’t even attempt to pretend that I do… except, yeah, I have unwarranted and unstable proof that my daily ramblings bring a bit of black (groove-intensive) sunshine to each and every reader, by way of my precise, personal (albeit strikingly intimate), subdued, and voyeuristic means.
Take The Groove for what it is… pure, unadulterated drivel.
The Groove is a self-deprecating dead-end that serves the purpose of one man, and one man alone… some wayward chap in Belfast, Ireland… I’m just kidding… I wanted to further my communal expressions, and I gave myself a daily task. Well, it’s been 200 days, and you may be asking, “Was it worth it?” The quick answer is, “Dear God, no!” But the truth… as far as I’m willing to admit is, “Yeah, I’ve had my moments.”
Like the Westward bound forefathers, and/or the curious, and moderately insane settlers of early Americana, The Prudent Groove marches on. Let’s just hope Typhoid doesn’t rear its ugly head while I’m attempting to forge across this self-imposed river of creative nonsense. If I’ve learned anything from The Oregon Trail, it’s that Malaria is a bitch, and hunting is better left to the experts. Choose your grooves cautiously, ladies and gentlemen, and always, I’m not joking here, ALWAYS feed your oxen.
And now… ONTO THE MUSIC!
Today, why not try a bit of big band swing from Charlie Barnet’s 1959 album, More Charlie Barnet? After all, it was made from 35mm Magnetic Film, and the cover sports an artist’s rendering of vintage headphones… and the “R” in Charlie is made up of a saxophone, so you know it’s a winner.
The Prudent Groove 
So you’ll be calling ‘time’ in 165 days? Giving odds on that?
PS. It is indeed a terrific album cover.
PPS. Do you take requests? As a humanist, I’d be interested in a review of “Let’s talk about feelings” by Lagwagon.
Your humanist tendencies have convinced me to “tackle” Let’s Talk About Feelings. 🙂 Look for it in the next week or so. As for the future past day 365, I’m still unsure. I enjoy the process, but really miss the sleep 🙂 If I were a betting man, I’d bet that The Groove will continue. Thanks for reading!
Ah yes, that one special purpose that we all strive for. I’m glad you found yours. Excellent Blog BTW
Many thanks, 45spin! After reviewing both 45spin and Vinyl Connection, I’m strongly considering adding a “Links” tab.