Music Monday

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And it's a "your choice" week.

Several years ago I had the pleasure of seeing Neil Diamond perform at the Jones Beach Theater.   So today is "Neil Diamond Day" on Songbird's blog.

So many good songs, it's hard to choose just a few.  But here goes.








This next one resonates today....



This has got to be one of the best he's ever written, it was a big hit for the Monkees and for Smashmouth:




And we close it out with what's probably his most famous...














Comments

  1. DrillerAAJune 29, 2020 at 9:25 AM

    Reminding us of a living legend and why that term applies to Neil Diamond. Thanks for bringing some truly great music to the dance floor this week. Have a blessed week.

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  2. csuhpat1June 29, 2020 at 10:31 AM

    Great songs as we both picked America by Neil Diamond. Very nice.

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  3. Peachy, Stippie, Angel Binky and GrannyJune 29, 2020 at 11:44 AM

    What a great singer and purrformer he is. Great songs, Songbird😎Pawkisses for a wonderful week ahead🐾😽💞

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  4. TomJune 29, 2020 at 1:33 PM

    ...I think that Neil sang "Forever in Blue Jeans" about me, how did he know?

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  5. John HoltonJune 29, 2020 at 2:12 PM

    I'm familiar with all of these, and it's always good to hear his take on "I'm a Believer." Good set!

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  6. songbird's crazy worldJune 29, 2020 at 8:13 PM

    Thanks, guys, he’s one of my favorites

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  7. XmasDollyJune 29, 2020 at 8:41 PM

    WOW, NEIL DIAMOND'S TUNES! What better songs to sing for this weekend! Great job & thank you so much for joining us! YOU HAVE ROCKED THE HOUSE! bah bah bah...

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  8. CAACJune 30, 2020 at 7:03 AM

    Robin,

    'America' is a great song with the 4th just around the corner! I'm not sure that I knew Diamond wrote "I'm A Believer". I loved The Monkees and this is an all-time favorite song! Thanks for hitting the dance floor with the 4M crew, my dear. Take care, stay safe, and be well!

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    1. songbird's crazy worldJuly 1, 2020 at 11:47 AM

      Yeah, he wrote it. A lot of famous folk wrote for the Monkees.

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  9. bookwormJuly 1, 2020 at 3:15 PM

    I have to admit, Sweet Caroline should be my favorite, but every time I hear "America", it gives me chills. This live performance's intro gave me even more chills. So much, in fact, that I think I am going to put this video on my July 4th blog post. But then, that performance was exceeded by "I'm a Believer". I didn't know Neil wrote that song, either. Alana ramblinwitham.blogspot.com

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  10. Stacy UncorkedJuly 5, 2020 at 6:56 PM

    You can never go wrong with Neil Diamond! :) Great song choices! Hope you had a Happy 4th and are having a fabulous weekend!

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