Comedy sketch! George W Bush

Sometimes as a Christian I challenge myself to whether I can really support parody and satire, especially sometimes with it's lack of alternative.

Other times I just laugh at the way figures are caricatured and underneath the laughter there is a little bit of bite in the material. It's all about moderation. Enjoy.

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Tom Baker Doctor Who Eurostar spoof - Dead Ringers

Tom Baker is my favourite Doctor.

I've got a lot of time for David Tennant he has definitely impressed me as the current Doctor. I was sad to see Chris Eccleston not take the chance to develop his characterisation in a similar way of disappointment at Paul McGann's chance and to some extent even Colin Baker's go. Hey perhaps Sylvester would have got better if the BBC invested in the character.

In any case for all that, and probably because of that Tom Baker is my favourite Doctor. He was given the opportunity to explore his characterisation and it was so distinctive that people refer to it today.

Hence this particular entry. Jon Culshaw does do a tremendous impression of Mr. Baker and sometimes its funny as well. Dead Ringers was/is a very good spoof impression programme and I haven'tnoticed anything like ti on telly lately. But to be fair, I ain't bothered looking that carefully.

In any case. Enjoy

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Tuesday Heartbreak

And finally ... for now ... here's a Japanese band tribute to another hidden gem among the many Stevie has written.

The great touch on this one is the wah-wah guitar giving as good an effect as the wah-wah keyboard on the original.

It's a fair effort. Enjoy.

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Tanja Torvikoski - Tuesday Heartbreak (by Stevie Wonder)

From the established Mike Mac we come across the not so famous Tanja Torvikoski (another blockbuster surname).

I love these acoustic versions which work on simplicity not being flashy or complex but playing it straight and it works well with this version. Enjoy.

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Michael McDonald - Tuesday Heartbreak

Mike Mac was already in my good books for a great voice and some great tracks. But when I found that he zoomed in on this another of my favourite Stevie Songs - well his stock just went through the roof.

It's not better than the original, but then it would have taken an outstanding effort by any individual to do that - this is ust a faithfully rich and superb effort by Mike Mac. Enjoy.

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中央フリーウェイ Summer Soft 松任谷由実のカヴァー

So there I was looking for more covers of Stevie's Summer Soft and I cam across this. Gave it a go, didn't understand a word that was being said, but enjoyed the music and thought it was about time to have a bit of unknown culture on the blog. It's a bit like being a connosieur of foreign films without the subtitles as though you're just that arty and smart. Enjoy.

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Blue Mitchell - Summer Soft

When you're as big as Stevie Wonder, one of the things in your favour is that people will want to do their own versions of your songs. Some will be big and famous and dreadful. Others will be brilliant, small, and hidden away in some FunkyJoce's collection of YouTube videos.

This is the latter as you may have already gathered. I never heard of Blue Mitchell til I searched and I'm glad I know now. It's a cool 70's version of one of the most underrated tracks ever written. Enjoy.

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Amazing Grace History/

I don't usually put me spiritual stuff here, but I'm putting this across both so you can get a chance to hear where this is coming from.

Fascinating stuff

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Grover and Stevie Wonder on Sesame Street, 1973

Just in tribute to the fact that my daughter Deborah started school today and in terms of helping her in her educational development here is the programme that helped me more than anything.

Sock it to them Stevie

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Denzel tells how Frank Lucas became, 'American Gangster'

After watching this interview I’m reminded about what a good film American Gangster was and will see ho much it costs and consider whether it’s worth purchasing.

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Looney Tunes V1D4 14 Devil may Hare

Bugs versus the Tasmanian Devil - poor TD, never really had a chance. What a maroon indeed.

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Looney Tunes V2D1 07 The Hare-Brained Hypnotist

This is good for a laugh and obviously heavily influenced me for how to get Authrine to marry me.

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Looney Tunes V2D1 08 Hare Conditioned

Yeah I'm on a cartoon thing at the moment, but I haven't posted blogs on here for a while and it's a good chance to share some of the positive heart-warming chuckling material that's occupying my time as I do some stuff on t'internet. This be funny.

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Looney Tunes - 50 Years of Bugs Bunny in 3.5 min.

Bugs Bunny has to be one of my favourite cartoon characters of all time. I was always entertained by his character and it symbolises that time in my life of true innocence. No sense of impurity, just finding something funny because it was funny. Hope you enjoy.

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Looney Tunes V1D4 10 The Foghorn Leghorn

They truly don't make cartoons like this anymore, which is a pity. Basic plot, fair bit of wit, quick end. What more do you need? (Rhetorical question)

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Coke Coca Cola Original I'd Like To Teach The World To Sing

Yes indeed - adverts, eh? I always preferred Pepsi Max, but I guess that's what makes us such a people at war.

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Michael Jackson - Human Nature

Apparenly it was this brother's 50th birthday on Friday which just goes to show how time has really moved on.

I think he's largely overrated but that he's talented there is no doubt. Here's one of the better songs he's donated to the world.

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Brazillian Rhyme

I would have been in my mid to late teens when I first heard a group called Take 6 primarily known for their acapella work, do a little interlude track called Badiyah. Unbeknownst to me at the time it was actually an Earth, Wind and Fire track and this is it.

Obviously not known as Badiyah there are a number of decent covers and versions of this song both by EWF and others, one particularly worth listening to is the Marcus Miller version.

I love finding out more about those songs that used to amaze me when I was younger and although simple in structure and cyclical in format I love this tune and the vocal interplay later on just sounds like a whole heap of fun. Enjoy it.

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Brazilian Rhyme(Howard 2001)

I liked the track so much I was even convinced to give this Howard University Marching Band rendition a go. It was a worth it.

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Brian Mcknight - Stevie Wonder Medley

The brother is gifted. Simple as that. Brian McKnight ain't so bad either.

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Send one your love (Stevie Wonder)

This piano solo is brilliant of a song I have a whole lot of time from my main man Stevie Wonder.

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D`Angelo - Cruisin

I enjoy this track. I know the sentiment of the lyric is referring to intimate relations, but the main gist of just cruising - taking time to do something is the buzz and the vibe I enjoy from this track.

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Pixar dancing mouse - I believe in miracles

Yeah it's about time isn't it? Well this is a good one to get things back on track somewhat. Not as hilarious as the 'I Will Survive' one, but humourous none the less.

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Launch Retreat staff getting Uncomfortable

Now this is an interesting initiative. I defy anyone to live this kind of life for an afternoon. I can leave them to it, of course!

For His Name’s Sake
Shalom
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Marvel/DC Season Two Promo

Apparently this will be starting this weekend - I'm looking forward to it, that's for sure. This homey is talented!

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Peter Griffin Vs Optimus Prime

o I obviously abhor violence of any sort, but when it comes in this form – when Optimus Prime is fighting Peter Griffin even my reservations are over come.

Still Backing Benitez

as you'll know from my other blog i am against what this fella is saying but i appreciate his opinion

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The Day Today - Headlines

Very funny stuff. Especially the countdown to World Cup 1994 in America.

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steve coogan the day today chris morris

Well. Does he look cool? Does he?

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Chris Morris - The Day Today - War

Still funny. And true. To an extent. Anyway. Funny.

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The Day Today - Chris Morris - Jam Festival Interview

Funny. Simple.

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Tim Vine

This guy is seriously funny just for the one liners! Seriously. Funny. And he maybe coming to Stoke this year as well which would just be awesome!

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Fraggle Rock Intro

Da green dude at the end was my particular favourite as if to say 'whatever, just get on with the show so i can get my pay and go back to Sesame Street'.

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Looking for Linda Hue and Cry

This was meant to be the second part in the Hue and Cry trilogy but it wouldn't post first time. So accept this as the Empire Strikes Back contribution to the whole Hue and Cry ... errr ... hue ... and ... errr ... cry.

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Hue and Cry Ordinary Angel

Just to complete the trilogy of quality tracks by the super Scots

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Labour of Love Hue and Cry

Now this is quality music from back in the day!!!

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What a Fool Believes Amateur Style

It's not all about the professionals as this video prove only too well. May God have mercy on the souls on all the listeners and whoever said Casio had nothing to offer the world of keyboards ... was absolutely right.

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1980's TV Cartoons

Done for the child in me that harks back to the days when my mind was being poisoned by something a whole lot less sinister that the blatant trash of today.

Here's to childhood bliss, who knew, eh?

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The Equalizer intro

This does so well in saying what the whole deal is with the programme. Not the best cop show ever, but effective in conveying the thought of the vigilante covering areas that statutory authorities for whatever reason cannot reach.

I liked it anyway.

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Christopher Cross Think Of Laura Live 1998

Proof that Christopher Cross isn't that bad. This and Ride Like The Wind are worthwhile contribution to the music industry.

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Steve Winwood - Valerie Live

Yes people, this reminds me of the good old days. Yeah, good times.

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Sweet Freedom

My prayer for this age is that people will be able to cry sweet freedom by experiencing the precious love of Christ.

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Letterman's tribute to Bill Gates and Microsoft

Now that the man is abut to leave, this is perhaps rather poignant.

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Michael McDonald: What a Fool Believes

Quality song back from when I remember the track but don't the name of the song or the singer and writer. Really superb song.

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Spitting Image - Monkees Parody

Take That and Spice Girls hear me. Now I know the source of your inspiration.

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Spitting Image - Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell

Plus ca change plus ca meme ca.

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Spitting Image - Every Bomb You Drop

Isn't it interesting how some issues appear timeless? A similar song could have been sung in any epoch in history. Fascinating.

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Spitting Image - Madness sing Our House spoof

Thank God those days are over eh? Can't see a song like tha happening again, can you?

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Spitting Image Never Met a Nice South African

I enjoyed Spitting Image. It's a shame there's no equivalent today. I don't buy the argument that modern politics cannot be satirised.

Anyway, bear the fact that it's satire in mind before critiquing the piece.

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Thunderpants 2

Yeah man, this writing that would make Shakespeare jealous.

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Thunderpants

This is real cartoon fun.

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September by. Earth, Wind and Fire

Well it rhymes with December and it's an awesome funk tune. Plus it reminds me of my sister and father who were both born in September.

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Through The Fire - Chaka Khan

Cool song.

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Sting - Ain't No Sunshine

Following the Bill Withers trail again, and I'm a Sting fan. Love what he can do musically, not everything he does turns to gold, but he's a creative soul and enough of his songs have left a positive imprint.

This is a mistake though. Not the version, really cool chilled back version. But the 'tache - it's just horrendously wrong. Reminds me of a 70's star in the making in the wrong kinda movies. (Don't ask how I know, it's not something we're proud of ... like Sting's effort at facial hair here)

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Bill Withers - Use Me

While on the whole Bill Withers jazz I thought I'd slip this song into the mix. Not necessarily the first one people think of when they think of Bill Withers, but cool all the same. He really likes taking his time with these, which is cool for school as far as I'm concerned.

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Just the Two of Us - Bill Withers/Grover Washington Jr.

Some extended mixes of songs don't always work, some work a treat. I think this partnership and extension works a treat and so I'm happy to share this track with you.

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Fabio Capello, The New England Manager

Interesting stuff to consider in light of the latest news.

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Intro Rodney Dangerfield

You know this guy could keep on going on with the same material and still be funny - it is all in the delivery.

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Rodney Dangerfield Stand-Up 5

The guy is just funny - pure and simple

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Rodney Dangerfield Stand-Up 3

I will stick all of these up in here - this guy is just funny!

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Rodney Dangerfield Stand-Up 1

Seriously, this guy is funny. I'm talking laugh out loud and that's clever funny. I love his style quite a lot and just count the gags he packs into a three minute set.

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Best Goal Celebrations

Forget scoring it's all about the celebrations and this one highlights just what skill and effort is required to celebrate a goal properly.

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Marseille 0-4 Liverpool

For what it's worth I don't think this is an awesome result, but here's hoping we can beat Manchester United on Sunday to set up a cracking start to the real busy part of the season.

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Do You Know Where You're Coming From

This is a criminally underrated track - so big up the people that put it together - enjoy.

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WWE RAW XV Anniversary Special Review

This is how you gush and celebrate about something that you love.

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STING - Tribute to WTC Victims - Fragile

Quality song by a singer I've got a lot of time for.

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Joe Cocker - You Are So Beautiful

Yeah I know it's the ending credits of a film, but it's the best version of it on YouTube.

This is obviously dedicated to the most beautiful human being God ever placed in my life - my wife Authrine.

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Ben E King - Stand By Me

For my friend Fran

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Bill Withers - Lean On Me

Slower version - so you should be able to hear the words!

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James Taylor - You've Got A Friend

Just in case you feel you're on your own.

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Stevie Wonder on Sesame Street. 1972.

Yeah, mate this is why Sesame Street rocks the campus every day and twice on a Thursday!

Those were the good ol' days.

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Goblin Bloggin'

I have blogged about this series before but this is some of the funniest stuff I've seen on the web. Awesome stuff that I hope the random guy will continue to produce.

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George Clooney on Street Hawk

I love the whole interlink thing from one thing to another. From Facebook to Street Hawk via YouTube and George Clooney – interesting stuff, no need to be ashamed there Mr. Clooney! Just because it was always going to be downhill from there, no need to be bitter about it.

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Patrick Troughton Interview

So following the interview by the most recognised Doctor, here’s a fascinating interview with Patrick Troughton who for the benefit of those too young or ignorant to know was the second Doctor playing him in the years 1966-1969. It’s good to see the actor behind the character. Well spoken, engaging and informative I strongly recommend this here interview.

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Knight Rider Intro

So here it is. Lasting longer than Airwolf or Street Hawk and undoubtedly more famous than either, this is the quintessential man and his machine programme of the day. Hey my heart may prefer SH, but I cannot dispute the ratings and the fact that people just loved Michael Knight and his talking car, which is fair enough.

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Street Hawk vs Knight Rider

Sure it’s amateur stuff to an extent – but this is quality editing to see a race between the only land vehicles that mattered on television back in my day – good work by this hombre! And you can expect the Knight Rider theme to be coming on a post soon.

Don’t know which I preferred more, I know KR was a bigger success I terms of ratings and fan appeal, but I always had a soft spot for SH and although David Hasselhoff was never better than in this programme he still has to encounter for the grief he’s given me since. The KR tune is neat, but I also loved the SH business as it appealed to the child racer in me. And so I agree with the hombre’s winner for this one. The Man – The Machine – Str… ahh you know the rest.

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The Man - The Machine - Street Hawk

Speaking of those shows which gives you the 101 on the deal of the show here’s another programme that was a household favourite of mine back in the day. Ahhhhhh yes, Street Hawk. More memorable than Hunter, but not by much. Still I remember my brother, David and I having hours of fun playing the Street Hawk games. Quality stuff.

Indeed the man, the machine – Street Hawk

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Stevie Wonder - That Girl (Live 1982)

This is a grossly underrated Stevie track and although it's worth hearing the album track on his Musiquarium album of circa 1980 or 1982, this live version is also the business.

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Manimal - Opening Sequence

Yeah, so here’s that intro to Manimal – back in the days when they gave you the full 101 on what the whole deal was about so you had a good idea of what you were getting yourself into.

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Manimal (panther transformation sequence)

Now I’m going to put on the theme to this programme as soon as I find it, but this is really what the programme is all about – the transformation. Neat stuff for the time, but I imagine also rather expensive for the time as well, a bit like the Hulk-outs from the television series.

Still this is another programme I remember from back in the day – ahhhhhhhhhhh … anyway.

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Hunter Season 2 Intro

Have I mentioned that I'm reflecting back on all those good shows of the past? It would be criminal of me to do so without referring to this awesome cop show.

OK when I say awesome I don't really remember much about the show itself, but I don't forget the theme tune and that's why it's so awesome. So there.

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Doctor Who - Tom Baker Interview

Keeping with the nostalgic theme of recent posts, here is an interesting insight into playing the role of the Doctor in the BBC's top sci-fi programme. You'll have to wait for another post for me to give the old story of my bad timing, but Tom Baker was and is my favourite portrait of the Doctor.

I still believe he's the most popular image of the Doctor when he is mentioned and the recent polls just reflect the fact that it has been over 25 years since he last appeared in the role!

Anyhow, enjoy this for what it's worth.

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Peter Beardsley

Now here is a player who I reckon is seriously overrated. I loved the player. Thought the guy was awesome and not given the kudos he deserved. I loved him as a player then and thought it was criminal to sell him, especially seeing him at Everton. I know his first love was always going to be Newcastle United, but for me I loved the player for what he did for the team. Absolutely brilliant.

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John Barnes

When I first got into football this bloke was my favourite. He also proves something rather profound about life. You maybe extremely gifted in a creative art but that doesn't transfer to other areas of life or indeed can be taken as a reflection on your character.

Not saying the brother sucks outside playing, or is a bad man. Just to say that just because you play football well shouldn't take it to mean you're great at other stuff.

Anyway, enjoy this tribute to the man who was my favourite player back in the day.

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Knocks Me Off My Feet

Yes sir, this brother was definitely a blessed vocalist.

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The Dark Knight

Following yesterday's exciting teaser about Iron Man, comes another movie in Summer 2008 that I'm really looking forward to watching.

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Stone Cold theme

Got to be my favourite wrestling theme tune ever

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HBK Off The Record Part 1 of 3

HBK Off The Record Part 1/3
Video sent by Whome24

Shawn Michaels (HBK) talks in a interview with Michael Landsberg on the TV Show 'Off the Record'.

It takes something to have the dignity not to want to punch Mr. Landsberg who appears rather full of himself, but some rather interesting stuff from this interview.

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Little Wonder - David Bowie

Good track and good reminder of me uni days

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Iron Man

Iron Man - teaser trailer
Video sent by cinefanboy

Now this looks like something worth getting my teeth stuck into.

Doctor Who Regeneration

Yeah I be a fan of the good Doctor and the issue of regeneration fascinates me hugely, so this clip about it is special

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Mad TV Family Guy Casting

I think Family Guy is not as funny as it used to be, but it's still alright, and this isn't a bad sketch about it

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Emmys 2007 - Colbert, Stewart, and Carell

Back in 2005 when things weren't looking so good, a beacon of hope was the comedy of the Daily Show with Jon Stewart. Awesome show with so much quick wit and fun. Nah I don't always go for their political spin, but it's good to laugh at the ludicrous nature of politics and no one does it better. No one in this country anyway, although perhaps Armando Ianucci could be close if he really pushed it.

Also love Stephen Colbert - very funny guy. Carrell just comes in with the package.

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Bob Monkhouse - This Is Your Life

I am well renown for my awful jokes. I take a great deal of happiness in knowing that after thinking of some of them or being quick in quipping about others that my reputation as a gag-meister (that is when I joke people gag) is solidified for the rest of my days on earth.

All I can say is this man is responsible for it. Saw him quipping and wise-cracking for years and said to myself ... what a wonderful world.

The rest is your misery!

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Radio Blog Effort - After The Love Has Gone

An effort at something, we'll see how it goes.

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Tales of the Unexpected

Nothing screamed Friday night television time to turn off the telly more than this spooky programme.

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Poirot Titles

Not really into the show but I admire David Poirot's acting. I enjoyed this theme.

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Batman Theme

Just because I can

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Pipes of Peace [gentle remix]

Hardly a gentle remix, but quality all the same.

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Take It Away

Tribute bands make me chuckle. Some covers are chucklesome anyway, but to come across tribute bands dedicated to artistes and this particularly effort ... well the chuckles are on me