DJ Trish's Blog

2012-02-19T23:58:00.000-08:00

Our Rockin Gran Gang at Rockin Joes in Point Pleasant Beach

Throughout The Cafe you will be album covers and gold records,yes even in the ladies room.These I took while attendinding to my needs!

The girls were appreciative when I asked them If I could take photos.Even the Original Skullboy was ok with me taking picture of a new drawing he did!So after all that eating and socializing I got the hankering to go downtown.on the way I heard good sounds coming from another coffee lounge the Green Planet.I stopped in and took some foootage and then went to atomic CDs and got 2 CDsafterwards I went to see George and Beth and george and I had cocktails

I went home afterwards ,had dinner and finished a load and laundry and took care of Bayou and the fish!

More Live music

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Live from the Green Planet

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Mid Febuary Music treasures

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Mid February Warmth

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after days of rain and cold Mother nature cur us a break and let the sun shine.it was in the 50s today and a bikeride was in order.I took a ride too see my friend Sheryl and then had a hankering for pizza

Not just any pizza but I slice of Sicillion Pizza!

After my pizza I had to pick up a bottle of wine for the weekend.

Whine and music.The perfect combo for chillin' on a Friday night!

Valentines day

2012-02-14T21:24:00.000-08:00

Tea and Chocolate!A sugar high now.A sugar hangover tomorrow!

Taking chances on used CDs

2012-02-13T21:58:00.000-08:00

Note of appreciation

2012-02-12T13:16:00.000-08:00

Every now and then I feel compelled to let all you reading my blogs that I truly appreciate you.Im mindful that many from all walks of life and different backgrounds are reading it,so Im Mindful of what I write and Love responses but Oh Im sure many of you don't have such time.I understand that. I welcome input when your time so permits.I look forward to posting more pictures ,blogs and videos!I look forward even more to seeing your blogs!Have a great weekPeace ,Love and musicTrish

World music

2012-02-11T21:57:00.000-08:00

After the mess

2012-02-11T21:56:00.000-08:00

My past and my present

2012-02-10T19:37:00.000-08:00

DJ update and other chatter

2012-02-09T12:47:00.000-08:00

On January 24 I will be spinning tunes at the lobster Shanty for a Parents cocktail party.should be interesting.many folks like the look at my CDs and music review on youtube. made this years Valentines mix and I have another mix coming up.I'm having a mental block coming up with a title. I went to the ear Doctor yesterday to have my ears cleans out.I felt a little seasick to my stomach on the way home because.When he cleans out my ears I feel dizzy.next up is an eye exam.Ill do that next month.ugh..Doctors visits..they never end especially when you get older.I think we should have one day when everything gets checked out.Ears,dentist,general check up etc.we could just worry about one day a year and get it all done that day.Oh but thats too simpleNo Pictures or vids to post today.Its just me and chatter.Its not that cold today except a bitter cold wind.brr.A good day for a nap!I hope I will be able to get to Cafe de Point this Sunday to see and video tape cool live music.Untill them I'll take a break from Youtube and focus on my mix making and practice on the 88s!

Looking in the big box of CDs

2012-02-08T15:31:00.000-08:00

A look at More of my CDs!

another awesome day for me and my camera

2012-02-06T18:54:00.000-08:00

Upon waking up today I heard the DJ on the radio say it was going to be in the 50s and wind which tells me it will be in the 30s if the winds kicks up.When you get a west wind in the summer here at the Jersey Shore it means flies and in the winder it means freeeezing cold.However mother nature was kind to us today.Me and my camera went for a bikeride after work.

The Bay Head Fire company has awesome dedicated firemen and women who not only respond to fire calls but make sure the trucks run smoothly at all times!

he Head Librarian at The Bay Head Reading Center where I pick up my orders after work.

The Aliens have landed ..and one is behind Virginia's desk.Call Mulder and Scully!

no Paper,no Plastic but a long lasting Canvas bag hald precious Patron holds items!

Name these two great U.S Presidents

I also got a nice shot of the moon!

More CDs

2012-02-05T19:48:00.000-08:00

Another look

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My Music Collection

2012-02-05T14:02:00.000-08:00

Let Go Of Hate

2012-02-02T19:11:00.000-08:00

Let go of HateReplace it with loveThats a command from God AboveGet Rid of angerLearn to forgiveits a better wayto liveTake lesGive Morea better life is in in storeBe kind to each othersmile and lifta hurting soulLet the healing take its roll

Febuarys warm start

2012-02-01T20:26:00.000-08:00

Today while Riding over the bridge I almost forgot its February because Im NOT freezing.The other day I heard some cool Latin Rhythms at Cafe de Point.Man was I inspired.I ordered some on the library website.Ah World music!I don't know what they are singing but the Dance able rhythm is great.My next mix will include some Latin grooves for sure.First up though my annual serving of Valentines tunes as inspired by our District superintendent,Dr Ravally!Dr Ravally is cool.He has a sense of humor unlike many superintendents who are curmudgeons. Tonight I cried at the end of dog the Bounty Hunter They caught this meth addict who has cancer!Even Dog was a tad misty and he's tough nuts!No Photos on this blog.I need to focus on music for a bit and give my camera a rest..I'm sure It will be a short rest.

Sidewalk Surfin'

2012-01-31T21:09:00.000-08:00

Derek shows off his sidewalk surfin skills!

A great day for bikes and Cameras

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Today was a unseasonbly warm day but I'm grateful for it.Heres some pictures I took

Messing around with close ups or Micros as my friend Brea calls them

my fave coffee Mug

St Pauls In Bay Head.Heres the Church

heres the Steeple!

All Saints In Bay Head

The Window Display at the Beach House Classic Boardshop in Bay Head

Derek and I taking shots at each other...with Cameras of Course!

extreme close up!

Heres Derek Hard at work checking the surf conditions for the next day!

Cool Stickers

A funky mailbox I saw in my travels

I had a hankering for a blueberry Muffin so I went to Cafe De Point.Heres Brea the owner

my channel

2012-01-28T21:45:00.000-08:00

Hello my friendsBy now most of you know I have my own channel on youtubeDon't worry its all cleancheck it out if you don't believe mewww.youtube.com/user/djtrishmcomment,subscribe,etcHave a great weekendTrish

The Hand!

2012-01-28T16:53:00.000-08:00

be afraid.be very afraid!

People Places and other things

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picture of a robin Redbreast

What would you like to Drink?

Quack Quack

The ladies at The Bay Point Market are ready for the Lunch Time Rush!

Gearing up for another Mix!

so many great tunes!!

Beth Nicholas Hard at Work!

On the Hunt for a good Book or Magazine

Found One!

Birds and scrapbooks

2012-01-26T13:20:00.000-08:00

My friends Eric posted some pictures he took from an old surf Magazine and I got the Idea to do the same with an old scrapbook

I also got a pictures of some birds in our tree.There was at least 1 robin red breast that I saw!An Early Spring???

The Birds 2012

2012-01-26T12:42:00.000-08:00

Is this a sign of an early Spring or Psycho bird activity?

Surfboards and french fries

2012-01-25T21:04:00.000-08:00

Today In my travels I stopped at the Longboard grill for a Duke and Pictures

They have stickers now..and coffee!

Don't fear the goofy face they are a nice friendly Bunch

Oh yes they know how to laugh and make the Customers feel at home

Longboards!Thats why they call it the Longboard Grill

Be sure to Check Out The Daily Specials!

They work Hard to Bring you the Best!So swing on by the Longboard Grill!

I saw a great Quarter mood tonight so I had to see If i could get a nice shot of it.How'd I do?

Its about the music

2012-01-25T18:50:00.000-08:00

Recently I saw this video about a DJ called DJ tiestro or something like that.College kids flock by the thousands to go see his shows.He has fog lights pyro technics etc.Folks seems to love him.He plays hip hop and techno and girls go nuts for him and thinks hes a rock star.I suppose Wolfman Jack Alan Freed ,and Cousin Brucie got caught up in the moment but WE DJs must remember not to let the fame get to our heads.Its about the music!Remember that.Sure its great to hear that folks love you and that your the greatest but Remember to stay focused on the ultimate mission:Good Music!Sadly many Radio stations have fallen because they abandoned their audience and listened to corporate sponsers.WCBS FM tried another direction years ago and eventually went back to their original format because the listeners spoke up.NEVER forget your listening audience.reach out to them.Love them.Respect them!Howard Stern was once a fun DJ on WNBC and was funny as heck.Fame got to his head and he is hardly ever heard from now.WNBC stayed from their listening audience and went to a sports channel as did WABC.When your get heady and forget your original mission things go bad.TV has its victems too.MTV and VH1 used to play great videos but then a virus called reality TV took over ..and is still there!Its said the music industry is suffering.Gosh why is this? MP3s are replacing CDs?Oh perhaps.Vinyl is on the comeback because folks like to collect music.not files.We want to read who wrote what song and how it came about.How can we Jumpstart the music industry?Anyone?Music?Anyone?

Tour Of Ocean County Music

2012-01-24T21:17:00.000-08:00

one of my favorite Places to go!

The Point Pleasant Canal

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A little video I did about the canal

The Sun comes out!

2012-01-24T16:46:00.000-08:00

I had almost given up on outside photography till the spring but but mother nature decided its time to give us a Break.I heard it was going to be 50 degrees today so after work I wasted no time in persueing my plan to take a bike

ride.First thing I did was take a pictures of a lawn ornament in our garden

Then I went down and took a video of the canal and heres a close up shot of the loveland town bridge!Next up was a visit to George and Beth Nicholas's house

I met Dyanna Curts Gi

rlfriend who is visiting while looking at Colleges.I had a German beer Beth Gave me!

We were perfectly safe under the tight security this fine superhero provided.After wards I stopped At Ocean County Music

I also swung by twight lake in Bay Head where I got a few good shots

I also shot some videos.I uploaded one today on my youtube channelwww.youtube.com/user/djtrishmIf you click on this link it should take you right to itHappy viewing and readingLet me know if your computer doesnt want to take you there and Ill post the videos here like I have been!

random chatter

2012-01-23T12:15:00.000-08:00

So I'm thinking of cool things to take pictures of when the weather is nicer.I've noticed some funky mailboxes.Around our area.I also look forward to seeing cool Gardens,antique cars shows and festivals.Id also like to get some pictures of stained glass like in a church.Of yes and cool steeples.Id like to also more more video tours of local shops.Thus far no one has objected however to be on the safe side I always ask.OK time to turn to music.I have 2 new CDs from the library.I have 1 or 2 more in transit.That will inspire me to make a new mix.Since I got my camera my mix making has been neglected well maybe not neglected but I having been making many mixes lately. my Creative engine needs to get started again.Ideas,and comments are welcome.I'm so looking forward to spring!Trish

2012-01-22T23:11:00.000-08:00

This weekend was a bummer weather wise.Rainy and cloudy No Opportunities for outside picture taking or videos.I hope the weather will be nice this week.Im not much into sports but happy the Giants won!Oh yes i do have good news!The BP is down so0 I don't have to go back to my regular dr for 3 months but I do have to get bloddwork done,the ears checked out,an eye exam and a mammogram.Ooph does it ever end?

Newt Verses Barack

2012-01-22T00:50:00.000-08:00

OK I say I don't like talking politics but I gotta get this out.If it came down to a Barack Versus Gingrich vote I'd vote for Barack!He seems nicer,he's not afraid to cut loose in this speeches.You can tell by the way he looks at Michelle and his kids hes a happy loving father and husband.I saw the debate with Gingrich and he went nuts when the other guy brought up with past marriage issues.What does he think once he got nominated it would all go away?OK I'm willing to forgive his past but the American people DO NOT need another Monicagate.We don't want our president running around having sex with his interns and then denying the whole thing and then admitting it days before he leaves office. We need someone who is straight up and honest with us.A man who's not afraid of answering tough questions or face tough issues.Some folks thing Obama took the credit for the Killing of Bin Laden but he Clearly stated the our Navy Seals were the heroes and he gave the order for them to carry out the mission. Gingrich seems to get to angry about his personal life and issues he doesn't agree with.We don't need a hot tempered president.We need someone who is calm under pressure and can take the heat.Go Obama!

Oh yeah and Newt..your no Ronald Reagan!

Winter surf Movie Night!

2012-01-21T13:11:00.000-08:00

Last night there was a music and movie night at the Day Head Firehouse.It was a great way to break up the winter duldrum and get folks together.Many thanks to The Bay Head fire company for allowing up to be there and Thanks to Eric Bryrt and George Nicholas for the brainstorm.Im not sure who came up with the idea originally but Im sure they both deserve Credit.Thanks to Chip for his Roadie services and Thanks to Derek for getting me a beer!Lots of Reggae and surf tunes were spun and there was a little dancing too especially by the littlest fans!Trish

On a cold winters day

2012-01-18T23:24:00.000-08:00

so I still experimenting with close up shotsheres a few

a trophy my Piano Teacher gave me last year

a mug Frank Gave me to have folks gives me tips at DJ gigs.I'll use it one day if I DJ at the subway.lol!

close up shotWhen the weather gets nice again I'll start taking picks at cooler things!

Rock N Joes Pt 2

2012-01-16T20:47:00.000-08:00

See Gran Rockin the Harmonica

Winter 2012 by djtrish

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Winter 2012 by djtrish
My latest creation!

Rock n Joes Pt 1

2012-01-15T20:31:00.000-08:00

You've read about them and new you get to see them!My group of friends from Rock N Joes

The Beach House!

2012-01-15T19:48:00.000-08:00

My video Tour of the Beach House Classic board shop

DJ update and other things to come

2012-01-15T16:42:00.000-08:00

DJ Trish will be spinning tunes at the Bay Head firehouse where there will be a winter surf Movie Night.The Fun Start at 7pm Jan 20th at the Bay Head Firehouse.Join us for fun music and 2 surf movies and chase those Winter Blues Away! in other NewsMy Camera and I went on a little field Trip today

I also shot a video at Rock N Joes and the beach house too!Ill post those later,so check back often!

January update

2012-01-14T18:02:00.000-08:00

Well my friends as you can see im getting aquanted with my Camera.I enjoy sharing my pictues and videos with you. Don't think its getting in the way of my mixmaking and DJing.Music is my first love and photography is my second.I was asked to DJ an even this friday and am going for it.details to follow.Im thinking of another playlist and will call it Winter 2012 or something like that. This time of the year is a tad rought for me.My mom Died on January 16th 2003.I want to make a poem for her but its just to emotional.I miss her.I miss my dad too!To all you folks out there that still have your ParentsPay attention to what they sayTell them you love them every dayRespect and honor the lessons they teach youOne day you'll be out in the worldwishing you had heeded their warningCause one day you too will me mourningYou'll wish they could come backTo tell you about peace love and understandingabout leaving your bartender ten percentMake the world a better placeLook them in the faceand tell them to love themHelp them when it is neededgreat teamwork is never defeatedcause your a winner in the endthey keep it realits not pretendOK lame poetry aside.I wish you all a great weekend.

Wild Wind

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a Beautiful Sight

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at weeks end

2012-01-13T15:12:00.000-08:00

Well this week ended with some more cool Photo Opps and a video. or two.Today the wind was whipping but there was a cool sunset.One of the only things that I like about Winter is many of the Beautiful Sunsets.Sunsets speak to my soul and remind me whos truly in control.Sunsets relax me and calm any worries I may be feeling and put me at ease.

A statue of a tiger I took in my Friends shop window

Last Years staff Badge.I just thought it would be cool to take a picture of it

Not Sure Which Picture of this sunset I like better so heck I'll Include them Both!Stay tuned.I'll include some vids later this Evening or tomorrow

More Vids and PicsO

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one night There was an awesome full moon.I took a picture of it!

Messing around with taking pictures of Differant stuff just for the heck of it and to test my photographic skills with my new Camera!

a picture of the beach.I'm sure it will be used for future cover art on my mixes!so tell me how are my skills on the new digital camera?

The Bay Yacht club

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Bay Head Beach

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Mr Wood

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Liked videos

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('http://www.youtube.com/p/liPB8puqYp7ieN6o9Np_1w?version=3&hl=en_US',)
My you tube page!Watch and enjoy!

Open Mic Night 1

2012-01-08T20:46:00.000-08:00

Cool piano playing and fab singing!

Cafe De Point Pt 2

2012-01-08T20:44:00.000-08:00

Aha coffee and music a great combo

Cafe De Point Tour

2012-01-08T20:43:00.000-08:00

You read my blogs about it.Now take a look at it though my eyes.Enjoy!

Music and Collectables

2012-01-07T17:11:00.000-08:00

Another cool spot in Point Pleasant Beach!

Thoughtful Treasures Tour

2012-01-07T17:06:00.000-08:00

DVD review The Fall guy

2012-01-04T23:12:00.000-08:00

Tonight I watched the pilot episode of the Fall Guy starring Lee Majors and Doug Barr.Wow some great memories.By the time The Fall Guy came on my crush on Lee Majors was over but I still liked watching it.Not only did he still have good acting but song the theme song and did many of the stunts on the show.He also had some funny lines. The Early 1980s there wasn't much that I was interested in on TV.Oh Wait there was Mork and Mindy.That was about it!!

welcome to my world

2012-01-04T14:59:00.000-08:00

My fellow mix maker and blogger George AKA Texas Hobart enjoys reading my blogs and like reading about my world.well here's my more

I've seen folks taking self pics and thought Id give it a try with a straight face.Egad is that what I look like?

on a night when there is nothing cool on TV Ill sit in front of my boombox and go through some old mixtapes or CDs and just sit and listen to music.

sometimes I'll snack on something while listening to music like Godiva chocolates..hey what the?..the box is empty!Oh well Ill just have a cup of tea!One night I ate a few pieces watching dog the Bounty hunter and last night I finished em off watching Storage Wars!

do you beleive

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Its an X file!ahh!

House Tour Part 2

2012-01-03T14:08:00.000-08:00

A little tour of the beautifully decorated part of the house!

More Pictures

2012-01-02T23:56:00.000-08:00

Lets Start the New Year off right with a Prayer!

Mother Mary Has been looking over me at night for a long time.She was a gift from a family friend when I was about 9 years old

The Submarine Curt Nicholas,George and Beth Son is on!

New Years Eve Part 2

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New Years Eve Part 1

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New Years Eve Pics 2011

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Sunset on New Years Eve

The beverage of choice on new years eve in Moderation of Course!

Officer Keller stops in to wish us all a Happy New Year!

My friend and Roadie Chip was there too.Just for a little bit.

Smile for the camera baby!

2011-12-31T23:09:00.000-08:00

Now that I have a digital Camera I can post my own pictures and videos. Heres the from of a menu from Longboard grill

This Pictures is of My Beach badge checking post.This Pictures was taken my our head lifeguard Chris LiStandby for more fun pictures

Cafe De Point

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Point Boro water shed

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Trish's longboard Grill Tour

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treasures of the past

2011-12-28T11:46:00.000-08:00

The other night I was going through a box of tapes and found a mixtape I gave dad in 1999.I'm guessing it was a birthday present.Its a bunch of swing and pop hits of the 40s and 50s.I'm guessing The source was CDs.they sound clear.OK so I'll share with you the track listing DAD"99" Side ARag Mop - The Ames BrothersWheres The Music - Duke EllingtonWalking in the Sunshine - Ella FitzgeraldNice Work if you can get it - Thelonious MonkMinnie The Moocher - Cab CallowayBird of Paradise - Charlie ParkerSatin Doll - Duke EllingtonCherry Pink & Apple Blossom white - Perez PradoMelodie D'amore - The Ames BrothersCatch a Falling Star - Perry ComoJitterbug Waltz - Vince GuaraldiJava Jive - The Ink SpotsBoogie Woogie Bugle Boy - The Andrew sistersSide BMedley:Everybodys Alright/Coma Odar Solar Rolar - The Carribean Steel OrchestraEvenin - Cab CallowayAzure - Duke EllingtonSwing High Swing Low - The Ink SpotsOn Green Dolphin Street - Vince GuaraldiRum and Coca Cola - The Andrew SistersFrenesi - Artie ShawThere Are Such Things - Tommy DorseyYou'd Be So Nice To Come Home to - Dinah ShoreBe My Love - Mario LanzaSing Sing Sing(with a swing) - Benny Goodman & His Orchestra Making Dad mixtapes was a fun education for This DJ.It was also fun and got me more into the great Jazz Sound!

Down on Funky Street

2011-12-27T23:17:00.000-08:00

Its been some time since I've posted a mix track list.In the hectic days of the pre Christmas rush I some how managed to make a mix!Here's my newest oneDown on Funky Street1. Wake up - Oliver Mtukudzi2. If Looks Could Kill - Bootsy Collins Feat.Bela Fleck3. Trouble - Ray Lamontagne4. Music Moves my Feet - Liam Finn5. Hello my Darlings - Charlie Drake6. Dry Bones - Bill Blacks Combo7. Funky Street - Arthur Conley8. Come and Get it - Badfinger9. Soul Shadows - Bill Withers10. Groovin' - Booker T & The MGs11. Enie Minie Mo - The Classics12. The Mountains High - Dick and Dee Dee13. Gaita Mestra - DJ Tudo & Gente DE Todo Lugar14. In The Rain - The Dramatics15. (I wanna) Testify - Parliament16. My Boomerang Won't come back - Charlie Drake17. Better to Be - Liam Finn18. Open the Door to your Heart - Darrell Banks19. I Wanna (Shall We Dance) - Gizell Dcole & Pilar Montenegro20. Ohayoo Ohio - Pink Martini21. Cyberia - Afro Celts

The Picture is of me and Mom at a cousins house around 1990!

Tis the Season to be blogging

2011-12-26T21:25:00.000-08:00

Hello everyoneIm glad to report my Christmas went well.My niece Amber is happy with the boombox I got her.She Loves the last mix I gave her..oh and How that inspires me to make her more.Oh yeah.DJ Aunt Trish IS IN the house!!!yuuup!I gave Nancy and Dan a Gift certificate to the Forte,a local Restaurant and they were happy and they were happy about that.I gave all the kids a Certificate to The Longboard Grill. On my end i got a digital camera but it didn't come with a memory card and of course the Bank was closed today but later I found $20.00 tucked away in a secret spot.Arr!Tomorrows another day.The Post office was closed today also.Accepting the fact that almost everything was closed I took a ride by Central Market,Hoping for a cup of coffee.wella!they were opened.I got my usual coffee and blueberry Muffin.I also remembered the library was opened so I returned my Christmas CDs!alrighty so the day was not a total loss! Stay tuned folks,I put a few DVDs on hold and will be posting Movie reviews soon!

flamin' tongue

2011-12-22T13:14:00.000-08:00

OK I just couldn't stay away!To much to tell!Yesterday was our staff party at BHS.We had it at monalyssa's. the food was good but theit was hot.I bit into what I thought was a regular green pepper and surprise it was a HOT pepper!My eyes haven't teared that much since Dads funeral.aww dayam!I drank lots of water because my tongue felt like it was on fire.Lesson learned! I was extra careful and avoided the peppers.we laughed a lot and caught up on each others lives. The other day my friend Duke gave me a mix challenge.to have a few genres on a mix.game on!Mine starts out with a few instrumental tunes followed my r&b,world and I finished it off with some country and bluegrass!Track list to be added soon.Frank put me on a CD hunt.Eric Burden and the Animals winds of change.I found it on oldies.com and ordered it.I myself was on a CD hunt for a song called my boomerang won't come back by Charlie Drake.I found that at CDconnection.com.with all this hunting and challenges im finding it hard to think of a new mix but will think about that after Christmas.Meanwhile a have a stack of Christmas CDs hear with post it nots on the jewel cases reminding me of which songs I want it my itunes. I'm getting excellent feedback from a few folks who said A Joyful Christmas is my best Christmas mix ever.Next years will be more diverse! I have a few more little gifts to get but being its been a busy crazy couple of days today I'm just Chillin'.I'll do the rewst tomorrow after work.MERRY CHRISTMAS,HAPPY HANUKKAH AND HAPPY KWANZAA AND A HAPPY HEALTHY NEW YEAR EVERYONE. Hows that for political correctness.Eat my dust Newt!

a brief break from blogging?

2011-12-19T22:47:00.000-08:00

my friend nikon sniper gave me an idea.after Friday is Christmas break.I might take a short breat from posting blogs 1 so you can get a break from me.Hey how will you miss me if I don't go away?2 so I can write a more interesting and longer blog when I return.3 you all can get up to speed on the blogs I've already posted.aha!Oh im a leaving on a blog plane.I don't know when I'll be back again.besides absence make the heart grow fonder.May you All Have a Very Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New year.and when I come back Id love to see you DJ's and mix makers sharing your more of your music adventures!Trish

The weekend report.

2011-12-18T20:01:00.000-08:00

yesterday I cleaned out my bed room closet as much as I could before my lower back said enough.Last night I went to a Christmas party and when I got home I got a happy email from Darryl Asking if I would DJ at his kids Hockey teams Christmas party.Naturally I said yes!He Picked me up.It was a fun night.I started things of with Christmas music and then proceeded with stuff they like.One kid asked me to play some Beatles.How cool is that.I got another request for Bruce Springsteen to be dedicated to a young boys dad!Some kids even got a little conga line going.I also played some 80s and Reggae.It was a fun night,When I got home I had a glass of while and catching up with email and facebook and then a shower and its off to bed.Good night!

beer, pizza and Carey Grant

2011-12-16T22:47:00.000-08:00

Tonight my cousin Molly came over for a pizza and beer night.she was showing me her new driod smartphone and we were watching Pink Martini Videos on you tube.Then we watched an old movie called the bishops wife starring Carey Grant. The Beer of the Night was Longtrail IPA. Today the CD player/AM/FM Radio arrived along with the 2 Reggae Christmas CD's I ordered.This weekend plans are more christmas shopping,a Christmas party and getting stamps and mailing out my cards!

reschedule

2011-12-16T00:07:00.000-08:00

during these last of the above freezing days I like to get out on my bike after work but if I do I must do it right after work.Usually when I come home I let the dog out in the backyard and after she comes back in I check email and my facebook page but now that it starts getting dark out at 4:30 I must wait to boot up the computer till after my bike ride. I love my computer but once I get on it I spend at least an hour on it.Guess I gotta do a little time management?in other news I got more Christmas music out of the library and hope to make another Christmas playlist for next year.World music and obscure lesser know stuff will be included.Do you ever go into a music store and realize everyone has a Christmas CD out and they basically all have the same songs on them?Someone write an new Original Christmas song huh?I think the last person who did that was Paul McCartney.Correct me if Im wrong.Oh maybe its because Paul Holds a special place in my heart. The other day I had a small cavity filled and I wasn't scared or nervous at all butt why is it all have a hard grip on the armrest when he's drilling? So today I mailed out the last of my Christmas mixes to be mail.Gee that feels good! I also got Nancy and Dan's gift.I hope to put a serious dent in the Christ shopping his weekend and mail my cards out.Compared to other years im behind schedule this year.Time just flying.My friend Alicia believes the earth is revolving faster!Hmm perhaps shes right.

How many days till Christmas

2011-12-13T21:17:00.000-08:00

Holy !@#$ Im usually on top of the Game at this point.Yikes not this year.Tonight I wrote out 30 Christmas cards and hope to do another 20 by weeks end.I had a brief moment of a real crazy thought.I was thinking of playing jingle bells of the new Years eve Party I go to every Year on my friends Piano but Id need to do some serious practice to get up such bravery or a few glasses of white wine in me!Hmm think I'll stick to my percussion.yup!There we go makin' good choices!

tis the season to be remax

2011-12-11T20:47:00.001-08:00

This morning I woke up late.As I was sitting on the edge of my bed mentally planning my day the phone rang.It was Darryl from The Longboard grill asking me If I wanted to spin some tunes tonight at his place.Naturally I said yes! The Remax Realtors had a Christmas party there.Wow what a fun bunch!If you think Realtor are a bunch of yuppies who are full of themselves and don't know how to have a good time,this bunch will prove you wrong. They even want to do it again next year! I also saw my Rockin Joes group today.Wow had a few laughs and coffee too! Thank you to Darryl and the longboard gang for another great night of DJing fun!

2011-12-10T13:44:00.001-08:00

Another Christmas mix in the works?I ordered some more ..yes more Christmas music at the library.I'm hoping to make up a Christmas mix or world Christmas and lesser know Christmas songs.I hope I can hold on to the playlist for next years Christmas mix.I mailed out 7 more Mixes for friends and find my cousin Megans address so she and here husband will be getting one!I discovered there is a handful of friends who haven't received this years mix. I didn't put a dent in my Christmas shopping today but I hope to tomorrow.Tonight is DND night.Drinking and decorating.lol!Ill drink a little Put up the tree and drink some more.!Oh yes the Christmas music will be Rockin'Tis the season to be Jolly, Baby!

remembering the night John Lennon was Killed

2011-12-08T17:18:00.001-08:00

It was about 10 or 11pm That night Dec 8 1980.My brother told be John Lennon was shot.I couldn't believe it.I turned on the radio and the DJ on WPLJ was crying anouncing that John Lennon was dead from a gunshot.The man who preaced peace and non violence..Dead?John Lennon wasn't a rapper or a punk rocker.He Loved his Family and music.He didn't carry a gun.Why?Why would anyone want to kill John Lennon?Seems a demented fan killed him. John we will never forget you.Thank you for your music,wisdom and life of peace.All we are saying is Give peace a chance-John LennonWe miss you!Trish

end of year write up Part 2

2011-12-06T20:23:00.001-08:00

OK so I've had some time to reflect on my year in music.Yeah!I think we have yet another new member in the group.If In correct that brings us up to 27 members!Its was a beautiful year for the mix exchange!Thank you to all the members for your love and support especially my biggest fellow blogger,George.He and I are like rubber.We keep bouncing music ideas off each other and poetry too.DJ gigs have seen a good year too.Many kudos to Chip,Frank ,Eric and Darryl for your herculean strength. I had a short term interruption in making mixes when my computer was in the shop but thanks to APV Electronics for fixing my computer and saving the day!No data was lost! I special shout out to my friend Tommy Lynch who is a great DJ who I'm learning a lot from just by observing.I also want to Thank Ocean County music,Bordans and the USPS for their part in my success.Also thanks to my fellow mix makers,Family and friends and yes my listening audience.I love you all!lastly but MOST Important, God and his Son Jesus Christ for each day I'm given and for keeping me faithful and that everything comes together.May it continue in 2012!Peace,Love and MusicTrish

the year in review part 1

2011-12-05T11:50:00.000-08:00

Yeah I know,its a tad early to do an end of the year write up but Im inspired.
OK health wise it was not the best but not worse.Turning 50 means high blood pressure.Remembering to take Meds.I hate taking pills.
Work - Im grateful to have a winter job and a summer job.My coworkers are cool and the bosses are too.
Friends - 2 thumbs up!Seriously man!I often think about the ones that dissed me and then I think about the ones who are there for me,stand by me and appreciate me.I truly am blessed and thank God for all he has given me.
Family - we are sometimes are crazy wacky bunch but I love them all.
Music - Oh talk about a rockin year?Hello!I'll save the extensive report on that for part 2 of the year end write up!
Stay tuned!

Groovin' the White Sands

2011-12-04T17:07:00.000-08:00

Today I spun tunes at the white sands.It was for a christening.The Electric slide,Casper slide and Macarena are still a hit with the kids.The Parents enjoyed my spin of Dads dinner mix I made him a year befor he died.Theres werte a few songs a started feeling misty hearing but snapped myself out of it thinkin.Focus Girl. Focus!
I got the kids dancing and many positive comments from the adults.There arent any more gigs planned in the near future.I suspect my next gigs will be after Christmas!
Special Shout out to the white sands a great food!Trish

Dreams and Themes

2011-12-02T23:04:00.000-08:00

Yes folks as promised Im posting my latest mix.
Dreams and Themes

1. Captain Scarlet - Barry Gray Orch.
2. ParkAvenue Beat (Theme From Perry Mason) - Ray Conniff Orch.
3. In my dreams - Crosby Stills & Nash
4. Wide River - The Steve Miller Band
5. Barbie Girl - Aqua
6. Beat Box - Art of Noise
7. Speed of Sound - Coldplay
8. Everything Counts - Depeche Mode
9. Trouble with Dreams - The Eels
10. Ya Mama - Fatboy Slim
11. Zombie Nation - Kernkraft 400
12. 4 Dimentional Transistion - MGMT
13. How to Bongo - Jack Costanza & his Orch.
14. Bongo Man - Jimmy Cliff
15. Harambe - Rita Marley
16. Evanstar - Shane Mcdonnell
17. Holiday for strings - The voices of Walter Schuman
18. Mashed Poatatoes - Steve Alaimo
19. Five Circles - Vangelis
20. Captain Scarlet (the mysterons rap) - F A B

sending this out to some like minded friends!

DJ Trish Returnes to the Longboard Grill Tonight!

2011-11-30T13:33:00.000-08:00

DJ Trish will be returning to the longboard grill tonight at 6:30!
COME HAVE THE BEST SLIDERS IN THE WORLD AND ENJOY COOL TUNES!
522 BAY AVE
POINT PLEASANT BEACH NJ

Shop local think global

2011-11-29T16:46:00.000-08:00

When you do your shopping this Christmas season please remember to support you local merchants.Not sure what to get someone?Gift cards are a neat Idea.Also remember to give to the needy,Toys for tots,food banks,etc
Here's a new place for you to get gift certificates from
The Longboard Grill
522 Bay Ave
Point Pleasant Beach NJ
www.longboardgrill.net
Special thanks to Darryl and the folks to made my night of DJing fun!

Yup thats me at my dual CD deck picking out a tune for a little fan.

Not such a manic Monday

2011-11-28T16:09:00.000-08:00

Ah Monday after Thankgiving.The alarm goes off and I press the snooze button for an additional five more minutes but some annoying seagulls were sqwauking like crazy and forcing me up.Dang gulls!
The day went well.Were werent hit with the 3 crates of mail that we usually get after a few days off.
I came home and found 3 mixes awaiting me in the mail.Yeah baby,Yeah!!!
I just got done listening to Wynton Marsalis's CD "Swing into the 21st Century"Good stuff man!Theres some 40s influenced swing and New Orleans style spiced jazz too,along with a taste of bebop!Check it out.
A got a mix from my friend Curt Nicholas whos in the Navy and will go deployed on a Sub in January.Not only is the music selection awesome but the cover of the mix was hand drawn by his girlfriend.
its fabulous artwork.
The second mix was from my fellow mixmaker Kathy from Zenrunning order or zero for short.Thankging is the theme but I'll still listen to it.
The thirt is from Sid.my IMP mixmaker from Ireland.Like me his mixes are very Eclectic.
OK time for Dinner,practing Piano and perhaps weeding out my Bedroom closet.

a night of Good music and food

2011-11-26T22:00:00.000-08:00

Last nights gig at The Longboard Grill went well.A soccer team came to eat there and they were a well behaved group of Id say 10-12 year old girls.I played some Christmas hits,reggae and some upbeat stuff the kids would like and some oldies and jazz.I gave a few shout outs to the Darryl and the crew.Everyone loved it.
Kudos to my supreme Roadie Chip.I got him a 6 pack of Long Trail ale.His Favorite!
Tonight was Shanes 10Th birthday.Its also Matt and Carol 46Th Anniversary.
Tomorrow weather permitting I hope to Deliver a few more Christmas mixes and mail out more this week.
I am sad to report the The Grind coffee house is closing their doors.Debbie was also so nice but business isn't good for her.
Friday is Bay Heads Christmas walk!I plan to go!Last year I had a bad head cold and missed it.
I got 2 awesome mixes in the Mail today.One was a Christmas mix for my friend Robert song from the Zenrunningorder fame and also one non Christmas mix from Al Telstar as he is known as on zenrunning order.
My Creative engines have been running hot lately and I cranked out a few mixes in the past 2 weeks.Track lists to be posted soon.
Have a great week!

tis the season.A Poem

2011-11-25T19:16:00.000-08:00

Tis the season
Be of good Cheer
Each person in my life
is so dear
In my heart you are near
I love my music
The beat within
Let the fun begin
The shiney bright things
and Christmas Cheer
makes me happy to be here
So enjoy these days
don't be a grinch
Be happy
its a cinch!
My poetry maybe lame
its from my heart
just the same
Let the festivities begin
and feel the joy of the season within!

DJ Trish Rocks the Longboard Grill Black Friday

2011-11-21T20:30:00.000-08:00

DJ TRISH WILL ROCK THE LONGBOARD GRILL ON BLACK FRIDAY NOVEMBER 26
AT 4:30PM
522 BAY AVE
POINT PLEASANT BEACH NJ
SWING ON BY AND HEAR CHRISTMAS SONGS AND TUNES FROM THE PAST AND THE PRESENT
AND ENJOY THE BEST SLIDERS THIS SIDE OF THE WORLD!
THATS RIGHT,I SAID THE WORLD!!!

a warm day in November

2011-11-20T21:48:00.000-08:00

Yesterday Nancy,Dan and the kids went on a camping trip to Allair Park.My assignment was to take care of Bayou.I fed her,let her out and rubbed her belly.I also fed the fish.Man they were hungry.Thank god they're nor Piranhas!This morning I woke up at 8:15ish and let Bayou out and fed her.According to WOBM it was 50 degrees out.The troops arrived home about 9.I checked my email and posted on facebook that Id be heading to Rockin' Joes around 1pm.
En rout to Rockin' Joes I delivered a few Christmas mixes and nearby friends.I had a large coffee and a bagel with cream cheese and was hoping for Knight and KC to show up.No one!I didnt let it get me down.
I continued on and bought a color cartridge for the printer at Bordans and CD Jewel cases at Ocean County music.They got a Christmas mix too.I stop in at Thoughtful Treasures and convinced eloise to join me at The Longboard Grill for lunch!I had the classic slider with fries and she had an ice tea.We talked to Robert the chef there and he told me to stop in tomarrow and they would know for sure what time my gig was.
After lunch I walked back with here to the store and her husband had a few customers and things got busy so I left.
My last stop was Atomic CDs were Eric,the owner also received a Christmas mix.There was a trio outside the Green Planet coffee Shop.3 guys.2 Were playing accoustic Guitars and the other was on Sax.There were playing some jazz.They played Dave Brubecks Take five.I was impressed.I hung around for a few songs and my VERY last stop was a George and Beth Nicholas's and George and I had a quick beer before he had to leave to help a friend.I chatted with beth afterwords.at 4:30 it starts getting dark so my visit wasnt too long.That was a long but productive and fun day.

Don't stop the presses!

2011-11-19T20:40:00.000-08:00

The other dayI read that some music companies will stopputting out CDs!This would be horrible.To only have access to music through downloads?NOOooo!
For me I prefer the physical copy.Theres nothing like reading the history of the artists,how the music was made,etc
Sure downloading is OK for the one special song your looking for but to stop making albums and CDs?
Thats just as bad as not publishing books.Limiting peoples access to media in a certain format will not go well with many lovers of music or readers.
How can this be avoided.how can we save our music?
Input anybody please!
Tell your music and book company Please DON"T stop the presses!

Eclectic Planet

2011-11-17T19:46:00.000-08:00

A few weeks ago I made a mock radio Show mixtape for my fellow mixmaker,Larry White.I had a few guests on it including Barbara Montgomery,The Studio Custodian who jumps in the DJ booth when the DJ is in the Bathroom.MR Jones,her boss that always catches her in the act and a few guest call ins requesting songs.Of course all these folks are made up by me.I named the mix Eclectic planet.I liked the Title so I used it for my long awaited mix.
for the next mock Radio show Ms Montgomery may be Killed off only to be replaced by someone else.My wheels of my imagination will dream that up soon but in the meantime here is my latest CD mix.
ECLECTIC PLANET

1. Threshold - The Steve Miller Band
2. Theres a feeling in Music - Pete Seeger & Tony Trichka
3. Solitude is Bliss - Tame Impala
4. Theme from Rocky & Bullwinkle - Birdsongs of the Mesozoic
5. Save a Prayer - Duran Duran
6. Kon-tiki - The Shadows
7. Immagrant Song - Dread Zeppelin
8. The Note of Hope - Van Dyke Parks
9. Soul - Van Morrison
10. The Look Of Love - Dusty Springfield
11. Turn Your Lights Down Low - Bob Marley
12. Hi'ilawe - John Cruz
13. Earth Crises - Steel Pulse
14. What did you learn in school today - Pete Seger
15. Wild Mountain Honey - The Steve Miller Band
16. Gold - Spandau Ballet
17. Life Itself - Bruce Springsteen
18. Pass it on - Ziggy Marley
19. Apache - The Shadows
20. Orange Blossom Special - Johnny Cash
21. Farewell - Pete Seeger
22. Hawaii Five-0 Main Title Theme - Brian Tyler

notes from the past

2011-11-16T18:06:00.000-08:00

Tonight I started cleaning out my desk drawers and starting a "to be shredded bag"containing old bank statements and checks.Among things found was a paper with music reviews on it.it may have been from my myspace days but thought Id share it with you anyhow.
Kinky- A band from Mexico.Many of their songs are in spanish.I dont know spanish but the beats are cool
Isalnds - A compilation from the Putamayo world music series.Many songs are song in African but the rhythems and the beats are great.World music Fans will love it.
Abba Gold - Pretty much a greatest hits CD.Its cool!
Asia-Alpha I got turned on to Asia back in the early 80s when WPLJ played classic Rock.I had the album shortly after earning my first Paycheck at Starline Aluminum.
James Dalton - Butterflies and passerbys - Wow you wanna hear from great Harmonica playing and great Blues?This is a CD worth checking out.James or JPat as he's known to many writes and composes the songs himself.

clearing' things up

2011-11-16T11:23:00.000-08:00

OK My last blog was in no way saying that those who blog have no life.What I meant was simply Ive been spending lots of time blogging and and not that its a bad thing but There are other things I should be spending more time on like Practicing my piano.Im struggling with chords lately but If I spend more time practicing they would become easier as time went on.I should also organize my room and my closet and get rid of shirts and pants I have worn in 8 years so I can make room for stuff I have now.My CDs were once in an orderly way too.So you see I was only referring to myself as spending to much time blogging when there are other things I should be spending more time on!Being today's a lousy rainy day Im going to take a little nap and get on my room and hallway closet.I hope this clears things up.

Cowabunga!

2011-11-14T15:55:00.000-08:00

It was a good but busy day at work today.I delivers some Christmas mixes to fellow staff members.Many look forward to my Christmas mix each year.Its great to see the new teachers faces light up when they find the CD in their mailbox.Im curious what the reviews will be in the coming weeks.
I arrived home from work to find my oldies.com order at the front door.Actually my order was duplicated so I got 2!
I emailed oldies.com to this matter and think they were happy I was honest enough to mention it.Yep my parents instilled honesty and integrity in me.Im going to mail in extra copies back and the money I spend mailing them back will be credited to my card!My friend Beth Nicolas told me I'll be blessed for my integrity.OK I was briefly tempted to keep the extras but the better half of my conscious would not let such a thought slip through.
Alright enough of the damn babble gosh lets git down to business.
Music review!that's what Im talkin' about!
The Shadows best of
If you into cool instrumental and cool surf Guitar the Best of the Shadows are a great band from the 60s.3 guitars and drums.One of their more famous songs they are known for is called Kon Tiki.
Check it out.. a fellow mix maker Matt has a website where he reviews old movies and books in addition to making cool mixes www.scrubbles.net
OK time for a little dinner.
Have a great week!
Peace love and music
Trish

Club 08742

2011-11-13T21:13:00.000-08:00

Recently two fellow mix makers sent me a Imagine if I were a club DJ type mixes.My Imagination went into action today and I made one of my own
Club 08742
1. Life - Big Men Feat.Larbi Dabi & U Roy
2. Tiki Tiki - Phinda
3. Brown Derby Jump - Cherry Poppin Daddies
4. Jumpin Jive - Joe Jackson
5. Bandstand Boogie - Les Elgert & his Orchestra
6. C'mon A My House - Dan Hicks & his Hot licks
7. Tango Rhumba Afro Cubana - Mambo All Stars
8. Rock A hula - Elvis Presley
9. Twist Twist Senora - Gary U.S Bonds
10. The Heart of Rock & Roll - Huey Lewis & the News
11. Mirando De Lado - Kinky
13. Can you Feel the Beat - Lisa Lisa & the Cult Jam
14. In My House - The Mary Jane Girls
15. The safety Dance - Men without Hats
16. Let's All Chant - Michael Zegar Band
17. We are all made of Stars - Moby
18. Mr DJ - Mr Disco
19. I like it like that - Latin All Stars
20. Sunshine Day - Osibisa
21. Dance Tonight - Paul McCartney

Of course this might go well wherever I play.What do you think?

Trans-Siberian Orchestra - Wizards In Winter (video)

2011-11-12T19:01:00.000-08:00

THIS Oughta getcha in the holiday spirit!

order shipped

2011-11-11T23:59:00.000-08:00

My oldies.com order is on its way!
There was oviously a lack of communication on both sides.
I placed the order with a gift card and they called me saying it was rejected then I told then it was a gift card and that seemed to clear things up.I dont know how the process works but if the moneys in there and the numbers match how hard can it be?
When you place a credit card order it doesnt ask you if its a gift credit card and just gives you the choice of credit cards,visa, master and discovery.
I know folks who make purchases all the time by credit card on line with seldom if any problem and then I have a friend who account was tapped and suddenly he had thousands of dollars on his bill.lucky the cc company called him and got it straightened out but getting it squared away took weeks.
If I had a real credit card Id be knee deep in debt which is why I only deal in cash or check.It keeps me on a tight leash financially.
OK why an I up gabbin about this at 3am!3 cups of tea after 2 cans of beer.a second wind is here but I must go to bed so I can to tomorrow what I didn't do today.I did do a load of laundry though.
OK OK Goodnight!

memories and miller lights

2011-11-11T19:43:00.000-08:00

As I was enjoying a Miller light by the fireplace I member Steve Millers Album book of Dreams.It was one of my most played albums of the 70s and 80s.It got played at parties,borrowed by friends and family.When I started making mixtapes there were 2 bands sure to be included in the mix.The Beatles and the Steve Miller Band.Paul McCartney even played on an album or two.When I had to part with my records I made sure Book of dreams went to a happy home.One day Ill get it on CD.

The Steve Miller Band CD review

2011-11-10T17:48:00.000-08:00

In 1977 I heard a song called Fly Like an Eagle by the Steve Miller Band and Loved it.That summer I got the album and the following year I got Their album with Jungle Love on it.The Album was called Book of Dreams.
The Steve Miller Band has stood the test of time
Young Hearts: Complete Greatest hits is a reminder of that.
If you never really got into their music Young Hearts:Complete Greatest hits is a great CD to check out.Its not super mellow or thrash metal.Hearing this will remind you of greatness of classic Rock.Unified vocals and beautiful Guitar work.
You can dance and sing along with the Steve Miller Band!