Remember when?

[Jerry Oz]

My father always owned a store[[In Winnipeg, Chicago, and L.A.). He had to work long hours 6-7 days a week. I worked together with him in all those stores. But we also had time off. He used to take me and my cousins fishing. He and my uncle, who owned the house next door to us, took out the backyard fence between, and built us an almost regulation-sized backyard ice rink. We'd lay the ice down in October, and play hockey till the end of April, or sometimes, the first week of May. All the neighbourhood kids played there. My Dad and uncle got us real metal goals. We didn't have a Zamboni, but we had a big ice-groomer[[scraper) that we pushed along the ice, using two strong skaters on each side. I used to play or practise every day. My Dad and uncle coached some Peewee, at times. And they both gave us kids a lot of pointers. My Dad told me to "keep my stick on the ice" a long time before Steve Smith's[[Red Green's) dad told him to do that. He always took off work to see my important school or league games. He also introduced me to Jazz, Blues and R&B music, playing his 1930s and 1940s 78s. He also introduced me to the outside World. We used to sit and look at the Globe, and I'd ask about the different countries, and what they are like. That got me iinterested in seeing The World, and led me to working for The UN in Africa and Asia for 20 years.

He's been gone 3 years now, and I miss him a lot [[he lived to 94, and was still in great shape, active, and had his full mind till he passed on. I can't even say I;ve got my full mind now, in my early '70s.

My Pops and I share a love for music. He had a large album collection and that's probably what led to me purchasing records with every check from ages 16 through 28 [[getting married changes your purchase habits). Dad introduced me to R&B and I introduced him to Reggae and African pop. He always had some good jazz but it was my buddy Don who turned me onto jazz. I think Dad and I both found blues music separate of each other.

For no good reason, I hated jazz. The art room in high school had a receiver and two large speakers and the black kids and white kids fought over what station the radio should play. We wanted the R&B station, they wanted the rock station. Finally, it was decided that every other day it would switch. Well, Don, to the dismay of many, got the teacher to sub one of the R&B days for a jazz day.

I'll never forget being over his house until early morning hours and him subjecting me to Bob James and Grover and Dave Sanborn and Earl Klugh and Dave Grusin and Pat Matheny and Weather Report. One Saturday on one of my record hunts, I heard a Bob James record that sounded really good playing in the background and I bought one of his records and a Grover album. I've never looked back.

Then, I was listening to my dad's jazz and we had something else in common. We separate when it comes to country, hip hop and other forms of dance music. I fell in love with a lot of music in the '80s. And for as diverse as my listening tastes are, it's surprising that I'm such a snob that I now can't stand 90% of what is being produced today. The only music that I have that's been produced in the last ten years is gospel records.

The beautiful thing about living in 2018 is technology. My parents traveled to North Carolina for a family reunion this summer and I gave them a '50s/'60s mp3 and a gospel mp3, each of which contained enough music to get them all the way down and back. That's a far cry from when we listened to the same three or four 8-tracks all the way down and back when we were kids. And I've put Windows Media Player playlists on their computer that they can listen to like their own personal radio station all day when they need background music. Man, I love my folks.

[robb_k]

My Pops and I share a love for music. He had a large album collection and that's probably what led to me purchasing records with every check from ages 16 through 28 [[getting married changes your purchase habits). Dad introduced me to R&B and I introduced him to Reggae and African pop. He always had some good jazz but it was my buddy Don who turned me onto jazz. I think Dad and I both found blues music separate of each other.

For no good reason, I hated jazz. The art room in high school had a receiver and two large speakers and the black kids and white kids fought over what station the radio should play. We wanted the R&B station, they wanted the rock station. Finally, it was decided that every other day it would switch. Well, Don, to the dismay of many, got the teacher to sub one of the R&B days for a jazz day.

I'll never forget being over his house until early morning hours and him subjecting me to Bob James and Grover and Dave Sanborn and Earl Klugh and Dave Grusin and Pat Matheny and Weather Report. One Saturday on one of my record hunts, I heard a Bob James record that sounded really good playing in the background and I bought one of his records and a Grover album. I've never looked back.

Then, I was listening to my dad's jazz and we had something else in common. We separate when it comes to country, hip hop and other forms of dance music. I fell in love with a lot of music in the '80s. And for as diverse as my listening tastes are, it's surprising that I'm such a snob that I now can't stand 90% of what is being produced today. The only music that I have that's been produced in the last ten years is gospel records.

The beautiful thing about living in 2018 is technology. My parents traveled to North Carolina for a family reunion this summer and I gave them a '50s/'60s mp3 and a gospel mp3, each of which contained enough music to get them all the way down and back. That's a far cry from when we listened to the same three or four 8-tracks all the way down and back when we were kids. And I've put Windows Media Player playlists on their computer that they can listen to like their own personal radio station all day when they need background music. Man, I love my folks.

I agree about not liking most of the music being produced today. But there is still some good Jazz being recorded.

[Jerry Oz]

I agree about not liking most of the music being produced today. But there is still some goodJazz being recorded.

That's true. And I should have mentioned that I'm a big fan of Scott Bradlee and Postmodern Jukebox, who take today's pop music and recompose it into retro music formats. I spent a whole month listening to their stuff on YouTube a couple of months ago and they've been on a tear since then.

Here's a song where they redid a Maroon 5 song to sound more like a Motown tune:

[marv2]

I agree about not liking most of the music being produced today. But there is still some good Jazz being recorded.

Robb I am always open to good music, it's just that there is so, so very little of it being produced today. I am listening to Gordon Lightfoot's Greatest Hits right now LOL!

[Jerry Oz]

Man, I remember the time my dad took me out to fly a kite. Just him and me, for the first time EVER. I was on cloud 9 until that damned kite slipped out of my hand and flew away. Cried like a little kid [[I was a little kid, BTW) on the way home. I think Pops think I cried because I lost the kite but I cried because I lost the time with him.

And one of the best moments in my life was when I was hired to work at a supermarket and told Dad that I was going to buy some clip-on ties. He wouldn't have it. He took about half an hour and showed me how to tie Windsor, half-Windsor and quick knots. He was proud of me taking a better job [[I had just left McDonald's) and I was proud that he felt that way. One of my greatest blessings is to have had my old man in my life to this very day.

[144man]

I remember going to fly my kite with my dad. On one occasion I couldn't be bothered to bring it down by using the winder, so I thought it would be a good idea to do it by just running my hand along the string. That was the day I discovered friction, and I got a really bad burn on my hand in the process.

[Jerry Oz]

I remember going to fly my kite with my dad. On one occasion I couldn't be bothered to bring it down by using the winder, so I thought it would be a good idea to do it by just running my hand along the string. That was the day I discovered friction, and I got a really bad burn on my hand in the process.

We have to learn from our experiences. Ouch. Who remembers the only time in their life they answered "yes" when somebody asked them if they wanted an Indian burn? Only a true fool would do it twice.

[arr&bee]

Sounds like good times robb.

[arr&bee]

My pops liked folks like-the mills bros. And the inkspots,which i wasn't into at all way back then,of course their work has a spot in my collection today,mom was alot more music rounded so the radio was on most of the time,as for my love of jazz it started in high school with a song called[wendy-wes montgomery]and i've been hooked ever since.

[Jerry Oz]

My dad is a fan of the Ink Spots and the Mills Brothers. He is a big Dominos and Coasters fan. We grew up in the '60s and '70s listening to Motown and Atlantic records. I was the designated driver for my two best friends [[and cousins) in the '80s and since it was my car, it was my tape deck and half the time we'd ride around listening to mix tapes with Little Richard, James Brown, Otis Redding and a bunch of '50s and '60s acts. I like anything that I like, regardless of genre.

I'll never forget when Mom brought home "Bohemian Rhapsody" by Queen. One song that had R&B, hard rock and opera in it. In my opinion, it's probably the greatest thing ever put to wax. But Mom probably likes everything like I do. The other 45 I remember her buying back then was "If You Leave Me Now" by Chicago, which is still one of my favorite records by a non-soul act.

Good music is good music. And speaking of jazz, Jai, I still love everything that came out in the late '70s and '80s. Pieces of a Dream were my favorite outfit for a while but the Crusaders is probably my favorite all-time jazz band. And I believe I cried when I read that Grover died. He is the sax version of Ella Fitzgerald for me. I felt as if I lost a family member because that dude was in my heart. Still is.

[arr&bee]

You're preaching to the choir brother,i don't care if the whole world don't like my songs cause i do and that ends that.

[marv2]

You're preaching to the choir brother,i don't care if the whole world don't like my songs cause i do and that ends that.

I hear you! that's how I am.

[lakeside]

http://www.buckybeaver.ca/ipana.php

Does anyone remember Ipana toothpaste?

[marv2]

http://www.buckybeaver.ca/ipana.php

Does anyone remember Ipana toothpaste?

Yep, worse marketing campaign in history. LOL

[arr&bee]

Haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa..bucky beaver,now that's entertainment..is it me or were those commercials classic?...hey remember that one where this prince is standing before the king and queen,i mean this thing looked serious as he was asking for the hand of the princess and then they pull out this bag of-freetos chips and he has to eat just one-haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!

[marv2]

Haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa..bucky beaver,now that's entertainment..is it me or were those commercials classic?...hey remember that one where this prince is standing before the king and queen,i mean this thing looked serious as he was asking for the hand of the princess and then they pull out this bag of-freetos chips and he has to eat just one-haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!

Yes I remember. They may considered classics now, but they was also stupid LOL! Remember the guy jumping out of the plane to get away from the women coming at him n the Hiakarate commercial?

[lakeside]

Do you remember the first cologne you wore as a teenager where you thought you
were really cool? Mine Jade East and Canoe. By the way, I was never cool.

[arr&bee]

Remember when nobody in gym class had any right guard[except you]and they all wanted to use it?

[Jerry Oz]

Remember when nobody in gym class had any right guard[except you]and they all wanted to use it?

That's as nasty as borrowing soap. Remember that powdery soap in school bathrooms and the gym showers? Did that stuff even clean anything?

[arr&bee]

that's as nasty as borrowing soap. Remember that powdery soap in school bathrooms and the gym showers? Did that stuff even clean anything?

haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa...sometimes you might be the only one with soap too!!!

[lakeside]

That's as nasty as borrowing soap. Remember that powdery soap in school bathrooms and the gym showers? Did that stuff even clean anything?

Floors....maybe.

[lakeside]

Remember soap on a rope? What the hell was that about?

[arr&bee]

remember soap on a rope? What the hell was that about?

greasy grady uses it as grated cheese in his eatery!!

[robb_k]

Remember soap on a rope? What the hell was that about?

to keep the slippery soap bar from falling into the bath water or onto the shower floor, and prevent that hot water from melting large amounts of it [[which is why the soap companies make it so slippery).

[lakeside]

to keep the slippery soap bar from falling into the bath water or onto the shower floor, and prevent that hot water from melting large amounts of it [[which is why the soap companies make it so slippery).

Then along came shower gel....thank God!

[marv2]

Then along came shower gel....thank God!

Most definitely Lakeside!

[arr&bee]

Haaaaaaaaaaaa,i know folks that still use that!!

[144man]

No one I knew had showers in their homes in the 60s, only baths.

[marv2]

No one I knew had showers in their homes in the 60s, only baths.

We did, have a shower as early as I remember in 1964. My Uncle John's house had two as far back as 1961-62 where he lived.

[arr&bee]

You got that right,if you wanted a shower in da hood you would wait for a downpour,get your soap and go for it..of course you'd get locked up for indesent exposure but you'd be clean,hehehe!!

[Jerry Oz]

Yep. And then you'd have to put on your rain slicker and boots. These days, I just get wet.

[arr&bee]

The only thing my uncle had two of were kids,and after they ate up the food they would hog the bath tub!!

[lakeside]

What's old is new again.....I'm a huge fan of architectural history. These days
the term 'midcentury modern' is being thrown around a lot. Midcentury modern
homes, furniture, décor is pretty hot. Did anyone grow up in one? Bet you probably
had some furniture/décor if you grew up in the 60's. If you watched 'Mad Men'
you'd get a good lesson in midcentury modern.
https://www.zillow.com/blog/10-mid-c...stings-172290/

https://www.wentworthstudio.com/hist...century-modern

[arr&bee]

what's old is new again.....i'm a huge fan of architectural history. These days
the term 'midcentury modern' is being thrown around a lot. Midcentury modern
homes, furniture, décor is pretty hot. Did anyone grow up in one? Bet you probably
had some furniture/décor if you grew up in the 60's. If you watched 'mad men'
you'd get a good lesson in midcentury modern.
https://www.zillow.com/blog/10-mid-c...stings-172290/

https://www.wentworthstudio.com/hist...century-modern

most of the homes on the block were like this...i'm tearing up over here!!

[lakeside]

Anyone remember Tiki bars which were popular in the 50's/60's. I remember them
mostly from movies/TV. Always thought they were pretty cool. I know Jerry knows
the Kahiki and their Tiki bar in Columbus.

[Jerry Oz]

Anyone remember Tiki bars which were popular in the 50's/60's. I remember them
mostly from movies/TV. Always thought they were pretty cool. I know Jerry knows
the Kahiki and their Tiki bar in Columbus.

I'm aware of them but I never went to the Kahiki. Back around 1976 or so, there was a notorious incident where police were called when a party with four black patrons questioned the gratuity added to their bill and the cops beat the two men bloody. Consequently, the Kahiki became synonymous with police brutality in Columbus and anathema to the black community for the next two decades, which is unfortunate because I always imagined it would have been a great experience. For decades, it was among the most iconic buildings in the city.

[lakeside]

I'm aware of them but I never went to the Kahiki. Back around 1976 or so, there was a notorious incident where police were called when a party with four black patrons questioned the gratuity added to their bill and the cops beat the two men bloody. Consequently, the Kahiki became synonymous with police brutality in Columbus and anathema to the black community for the next two decades, which is unfortunate because I always imagined it would have been a great experience. For decades, it was among the most iconic buildings in the city.

I was not aware of that incident, Jerry. That's shameful. I was living in Miami by then and came back in late 77/early 78. I only had a vague recollection of their bar, but, had been there several times with family to eat. Not sure if there were other 'Tiki' bars in Columbus?

[Jerry Oz]

I was not aware of that incident, Jerry. That's shameful. I was living in Miami by then and came back in late 77/early 78. I only had a vague recollection of their bar, but, had been there several times with family to eat. Not sure if there were other 'Tiki' bars in Columbus?

Not to my knowledge. I wouldn't be surprised to find one now, though. Columbus has so many bars and nightclubs, you have to find an angle to differentiate yourself these days.

[marv2]

Anyone remember Tiki bars which were popular in the 50's/60's. I remember them
mostly from movies/TV. Always thought they were pretty cool. I know Jerry knows
the Kahiki and their Tiki bar in Columbus.

YES! My father use to go to the Tiki Club and Lounge in Toledo, OH. One time when I was 14 I went in with him one afternoon. He ordered me a Martini. I tried one sip and spit all over the bar! He and his buddy the bartender fell out laughing. LOL!

[lakeside]

YES! My father use to go to the Tiki Club and Lounge in Toledo, OH. One time when I was 14 I went in with him one afternoon. He ordered me a Martini. I tried one sip and spit all over the bar! He and his buddy the bartender fell out laughing. LOL!

LOL! I remember my first martini. I was a freshman in college and had only drank beer
up to that point. I only finished the damn thing as to not embarrass myself in front
of others....it tasted like furniture polish! Still not a martini fan.

[marv2]

LOL! I remember my first martini. I was a freshman in college and had only drank beer
up to that point. I only finished the damn thing as to not embarrass myself in front
of others....it tasted like furniture polish! Still not a martini fan.

Oh yeah Lakeside, I know what you mean. I drink them fairly regularly now, but that first time tasting one at 14, it burned my mouth. We had a martini bar near where I live on Long Island called "The Full Martini". They could make martinis in every flavor imaginable, even chocolate! Yuk! LOL!

[lakeside]

http://www.grassskirttiki.com/

[lakeside]

https://www.lamag.com/digestblog/don...omber-closing/
A little more Tiki bar history. Then, there was the famous Trader Vic's.

[robb_k]

I never liked martinis. We had a Trader Vic's [[complete with Hawaiian/South Seas decor) in West L.A. during the late '60s when I was attending UCLA. I didn't know they were national. Could a chain of Bar/Restaurants be national? Or was the use of that name just a coincidence?

[lakeside]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trader_Vic%27s

[robb_k]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trader_Vic%27s

Ha! Ha! They had one 3 blocks from where I lived in West Los Angeles when I attended UCLA, and one less than 2 km from where I live now in Munich [[but I never saw it, because it's inside a hotel, and there was one in Central Amman, Jordan, where I lived for 6 years, which was about 3km from where I lived in Wadi es Sir. There was also one in Bellevue, Washington, where I lived for 2 years, during the early '70s, and also in Vancouver, B.C., within a few km of where I lived when I attended U. of British Columbia in '70 and '71. Was Vic following me around?

[marv2]

Here is a fun site that will help you "Remember When......"

http://www.the60sofficialsite.com/Te...n_the_60s.html

[arr&bee]

Haaaaaaaaaaaaa,great site marv,hey remember when you wanted to go with a girl,you would ask..can i have a chance? And cross your fingers,hehe!

[marv2]

Haaaaaaaaaaaaa,great site marv,hey remember when you wanted to go with a girl,you would ask..can i have a chance? And cross your fingers,hehe!

JAI, I go back even further than that. Remember when you wanted to go with a girl and wrote her a note in class? It went something like this: "Do you like me? Circle Yes or No" LOL!!!!

[lakeside]

That site brought back some childhood memories. My favorites were:
Surfside 6
77 Sunset Strip
Bourbon Street Beat
Adventures in Paradise
Hawaiian Eye
Peter Gunn
and my favorite....Thriller