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Thrifting for Tunes - Sundays on LuxuriaMusic.com
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: : Thrifting for Tunes - the short radio bit I've been putting together for the Lounge King Show here in Montreal over the past few months - made its move over to internet radio station LuxuriaMusic.com on Tuesday, May 2. : : : : The show airs every Tuesday at 10 a.m. Pacific/1 p.m. Eastern, repeating at 6 p.m. Pacific/9 p.m. Eastern : : : : Thrifting for Tunes is recorded behind the bar here at my Mauna Loa Lounge. The show features an eclectic selection of music from here, there and everywhere... From thrift shops, to record stores, to church bazaars, to the World Wide Web - if it's out there, it'll make its way into the lounge and out to you on Thrifting for Tunes. : : : : As you probably know, LuxuriaMusic features a mix of outre lounge and Latin jazz, breezy swinging instrumentals and vocals, groovy 60's go-go,psychedelia, quirky oddities, retro pop and surf music. And I'll also try to branch out beyond all that on occasion. : : : : The first show is just a little intro to the Thrifting for Tunes concept and a sampling of various types of music that may or may not pop up again on the show in the future. Other episodes to come will be more thematic in nature. : : : : Whenever possible - which means almost always - each segment will end with an exotica track or something from the Polynesian Pop repertoire. : : : : Why am I doing this? Well, because they asked. Plus, I'm always listening to music anyway, so I figured, why not share it...? : : : : Complete info can be found at LuxuriaMusic.com. Ill be posting playlists on the TUNES! page at maitaionline.com. So there you have it... [ Edited by: John in Montreal 2007-09-20 06:53 ] [ Edited by: John in Montreal 2007-10-24 17:35 ] [ Edited by: John in Montreal 2008-12-01 19:28 ] [ Edited by: John in Montreal 2009-01-29 18:53 ] |
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Tue, May 16, 2006 8:59 AM
Thrifting for Tunes - Tuesday May 16 Tune in as some "business associates" from New Jersey rent out the lounge for their social club's annual general meeting... and I'm forced to play some Italian-American exotica! |
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Tue, May 16, 2006 1:35 PM
Thanks, John in Montreal. I listen to Luxiriamusic.com all the time, and am a big fan of the Lounge King's show. I'll make it a point to tune in to your show. |
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Mon, May 22, 2006 11:17 AM
Thrifting for Tunes An exploration of the musical equivalent of film noir... "musique noire" perhaps? Not necessarily music from film noir soundtracks but also music that conveys the primary moods of classic film noir. Kind of hard to cover this topic adequately in 15 minutes... but hey, its a start. Complete playlist and info at http://www.maitaionline.com |
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Mon, May 29, 2006 8:44 AM
Thrifting for Tunes Well, it happens at least a couple of times a year. A few spaghetti western refugees make their way into the Mauna Loa Lounge and insist on nothing but spaghetti western soundtracks. I spin a few tunes to keep Ringo, Sartana, and the rest of the boys happy until they git up and mosey on out... Complete playlist and info at http://www.maitaionline.com |
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Mon, Jun 5, 2006 12:34 PM
Thrifting for Tunes Architecture! Songs about houses, homes, Brazilian architecture, little grass shacks... along with a couple of comments from iconic figures of twentieth century modern architecture... Complete playlist and info on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com |
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Mon, Jun 12, 2006 7:50 AM
Thrifting for Tunes A bit of Swedish Exotica courtesy of my friend Adam Axelzon and his father Bo, from Stockholm. Songs from a recent, privately pressed CD called Tiki Twilight. A unique combination of sounds and styles, blending exotica and 50s Afro-Cuban jazz... all by way of Sweden. Complete playlist and info on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com |
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Mon, Jun 19, 2006 2:24 PM
Thrifting for Tunes In anticipation of the first day of summer, I'm playing a few summer songs... from an orchestral version of a Beach Boys tune to unconventional surf sounds to a breezy island version of a soft rock classic to a so nice summer samba. Complete playlist and info on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com |
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Mon, Jun 26, 2006 5:32 PM
Thrifting for Tunes What do Chet Atkins and Lalo Schifrin have in common? Not much really, except: Complete playlist and info on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com |
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Mon, Jun 26, 2006 8:14 PM
I listen to your show, it's really great, but what is the deal with the Lounge King? Does he really live in Mexico? Does he really have an eye patch? Is Atomsphere69 really his lover? If she's in Paris, however does she get to Mexico City often enough to satisfy their passion? |
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Tue, Jun 27, 2006 7:11 AM
Thanks for listening... As for the Lounge King and Agent 69... What can I say? They are an international jet-setting couple. I saw them in Montreal this past weekend but they do indeed live in Mexico, for the next few months anyway. And for any more info, you'll have to PM me... A somewhat abridged version of my Thrifting for Tunes show can still be heard on the Montreal radio version of the Lounge King show for listeners in the Montreal area (Mix 96, Sundays, 6-8 pm). But for the full, weekly version of Thrifting for Tunes, LuxuriaMusic is the place to be. |
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Mon, Jul 3, 2006 10:36 AM
Thrifting for Tunes Happy 4th! Let's celebrate with a little sneak preview of the new CLOUSEAUX record called Beyond Good and Evil. This is the real deal... an amazing amalgam of exotica, surf, spy, sci-fi, jet-set lounge... and more! Complete playlist and info on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com |
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Sat, Jul 8, 2006 10:18 AM
I'm out and about for the next week and a half, so here's some info on the next two shows... Thrifting for Tunes Happy birthday to Lee Hazlewood (77 years old on July 9th)! Poet, fool, bum, studio mastermind, unquestionably talented singer/songwriter... I love his stuff! We'll hear songs both old and new... Interpreted by well-known studio musicians and by Lee himself. Thrifting for Tunes Electronic exotica... Exotic electronica... call it what you will. Two pieces of early 70s library music and two songs by a current exotica duo... Complete playlists and info on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2006 1:01 PM
Thrifting for Tunes In an effort to finally put together that theremin/ukulele duo I've been meaning to form, I finally got around to fooling with the theremin I bought last year. An incredibly difficult instrument to master... and I’m far from becoming a virtuoso. So listen in to the show for a small sampling of songs featuring folks who can actually carry a tune... or at least create a few otherwordly effects. Complete playlist and info on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com [ Edited by: John in Montreal 2006-07-24 13:02 ] |
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Mon, Jul 31, 2006 6:09 PM
Thrifting for Tunes I was lucky enough to cross paths recently with an old business acquaintance, noted talent scout and big wheel, Jackie “Teak” Lazar. These days, Jackie’s schtick is played out under the spotlights rather than behind the scenes... Hold on to your hats, order up a couple of doubles of whatever you’re drinking, and have a listen to Jackie “Teak” Lazar. Complete playlist and info on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com |
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Mon, Aug 7, 2006 8:18 AM
Thrifting for Tunes Seems a "certain someone" somehow made off with our entire supply of rum at the end of the night on last week's show. So the description for this week's show is rather simple: we’re out of rum... we’re drinking Italian wine... we’re listening to a few appropriate tunes to help wash the red stuff down. Complete playlist and info on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com |
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Mon, Aug 14, 2006 6:03 PM
Thrifting for Tunes I’m celebrating Jimmy Webb’s birthday today by playing one of his biggest hits... over and over and over and over again. Complete playlist and info on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com |
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Sun, Aug 20, 2006 3:52 PM
Thrifting for Tunes This week, we mark the recent 101st anniversary of the birth of stereo and quadraphonic recording pioneer Enoch Light... A couple of exotica tracks from Light's Command label albums will be featured, of course. Complete playlist and info on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com John in Montreal [ Edited by: John in Montreal 2006-08-20 15:54 ] |
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Wed, Aug 23, 2006 6:11 AM
Tech glitch at LuxuriaMusic.com yesterday... August 22nd episode of Thrifting for Tunes will be on today (Aug. 23) at 10 am pacific / 1 pm eastern instead... |
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Mon, Sep 4, 2006 7:58 AM
Thrifting for Tunes Back on schedule after a couple of weeks of technical adjustments at LuxuriaMusic. Thrifiting for Tunes is only on once for now (no repeat later in the day), until the new schedule gets sorted out. This week... porn! For all you perverts who confuse exotica with erotica, I finally give in and play some sexed-up songs and porn film soundtracks... Complete playlist and info on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com |
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Sun, Sep 10, 2006 10:59 AM
Thrifting for Tunes The summer months have kept me busy this year... This week's show features a set of speedy songs and rapid-fire rhythms that have helped me keep up the pace through a busier-than-usual summer... Complete playlist and info on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com |
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Sun, Sep 17, 2006 2:30 PM
Thrifting for Tunes After all that running around we did in last week’s set, I figured we’d need a little downtime this week. E-Z listening... Relax and Enjoy... Complete playlist and info on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com |
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Sun, Sep 24, 2006 3:55 PM
Thrifting for Tunes - Tuesday, September 26 This week's show is an attempt to hang on to summer for just awhile longer... or at least to say a quick goodbye as the leaves begin to fall. Complete playlist and info on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com |
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Sun, Oct 1, 2006 3:34 PM
Thrifting for Tunes - Tuesday, October 3 Get those rakes out! The leaves are falling! A show-full of Autumn Leaves this week! Complete playlist and info on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com |
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Sun, Oct 8, 2006 8:18 PM
Thrifting for Tunes - Tuesday, October 10 Rod and reel time... Pond, lake or deep sea? Come fishing with John T. Complete playlist and info on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com |
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Sun, Oct 15, 2006 4:59 PM
Thrifting for Tunes – Tuesday, October 17: Thrifting for Tunes with John T. For more info and a complete playlist, visit the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com |
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Sun, Oct 22, 2006 7:45 PM
Thrifting for Tunes – Tuesday, October 24: Thrifting for Tunes with John T. For more info and a complete playlist, visit the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com |
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Fri, Oct 27, 2006 7:07 AM
Tuesday, October 31: Halloween at the Mauna Loa Lounge! For more info and a complete playlist, visit the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com Thrifting for Tunes with John T. Listen: Tuesdays at 10am pacific/1pm eastern on LuxuriaMusic.com |
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Tue, Oct 31, 2006 11:17 AM
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Mon, Nov 6, 2006 7:47 AM
Tuesday, November 7: For more info and a complete playlist, visit the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com Thrifting for Tunes with John T. Listen: Tuesdays at 10am pacific/1pm eastern on LuxuriaMusic.com |
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Sun, Nov 12, 2006 3:47 PM
Update: due to a technical glitch, this episode will actually be broadcast on November 28 Tuesday, November 14: For more info and a complete playlist, visit the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com Thrifting for Tunes with John T. Listen: Tuesdays at 10am pacific/1pm eastern on http://www.LuxuriaMusic.com John in Montreal [ Edited by: John in Montreal 2006-11-16 06:55 ] |
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Sun, Nov 19, 2006 2:16 PM
Tuesday, November 21: For more info and a complete playlist, visit the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com Thrifting for Tunes with John T. Listen: Tuesdays at 10am pacific/1pm eastern on http://www.LuxuriaMusic.com |
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Mon, Nov 27, 2006 6:37 AM
Tuesday, November 28: For more info and a complete playlist, visit the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com Thrifting for Tunes with John T. Listen: Tuesdays at 10am pacific/1pm eastern on http://www.LuxuriaMusic.com |
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Sun, Dec 3, 2006 7:23 AM
Tuesday, December 5: For more info and a complete playlist, visit the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com Thrifting for Tunes with John T. Listen: Tuesdays at 10am pacific/1pm eastern on http://www.LuxuriaMusic.com John in Montreal [ Edited by: John in Montreal 2006-12-11 08:47 ] [ Edited by: John in Montreal 2006-12-11 08:48 ] |
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Mon, Dec 11, 2006 8:49 AM
Tuesday, December 12: For more info and a complete playlist, visit the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com Thrifting for Tunes with John T. Listen: Tuesdays at 10am pacific/1pm eastern on http://www.LuxuriaMusic.com |
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Sun, Dec 17, 2006 1:58 PM
Tuesday, December 19: For more info and a complete playlist, visit the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com Thrifting for Tunes with John T. Listen: Tuesdays at 10am pacific/1pm eastern on http://www.LuxuriaMusic.com John in Montreal [ Edited by: John in Montreal 2006-12-17 14:00 ] |
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Mon, Dec 25, 2006 3:32 PM
Due to technical problems, the Dec. 19 episode of Thrifting for Tunes did not air on Dec. 19 but MAY air tomorrow, Dec. 26, if the technical situation has been ironed out. Tune in for some post-xmas xmas tunes... |
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Mon, Jan 1, 2007 7:17 PM
Tuesday, January 2: Happy New Year! After 3 weeks of technical problems and xmas repeats, maybe we'll get a new show on, if all goes well... For details, see the post for the show originally scheduled for December 5. More info and a complete playlist on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com Thrifting for Tunes with John T. Listen: Tuesdays at 10am pacific/1pm eastern on http://www.LuxuriaMusic.com |
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Fri, Jan 5, 2007 11:49 AM
Tuesday, January 9: More in our series of shows on City Songs... this time, a trip to the city of light. More info and a complete playlist on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com Thrifting for Tunes with John T. Listen: Tuesdays at 10am pacific/1pm eastern on http://www.LuxuriaMusic.com John in Montreal |
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Sun, Jan 14, 2007 4:10 PM
Tuesday, January 16: Next to last show in our City Songs series before we move on to other subjects... Join us on a road trip to a few eastern U.S. cities. More info and a complete playlist on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com Thrifting for Tunes with John T. Listen: Tuesdays at 10am pacific/1pm eastern on http://www.LuxuriaMusic.com John in Montreal |
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Sat, Jan 20, 2007 2:39 PM
Tuesday, January 23: Taking a break from the City Songs to put together a short artist tribute show. Tune in to hear who we're saluting this time. More info and a complete playlist on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com Thrifting for Tunes with John T. Listen: Tuesdays at 10am pacific/1pm eastern on http://www.LuxuriaMusic.com John in Montreal |
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Thu, Jan 25, 2007 9:47 PM
Tuesday, January 30: The last of our "City Songs" shows for awhile... we're moving onto other things next week. But to finish up, we're playing a few odds & ends - songs about cities that didn't really fit in on any of our previous City Songs shows. More info and a complete playlist on the TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com Thrifting for Tunes with John T. Listen: Tuesdays at 10am pacific/1pm eastern on http://www.LuxuriaMusic.com [ Edited by: John in Montreal 2007-02-04 12:52 ] |
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Sun, Feb 4, 2007 12:54 PM
Tuesday, February 6: Short tribute to "The Wizard of the Strings" and "The Mood Merchant of Exotic Music" both of whom were born in early February. More info and a complete playlist on the new TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com Thrifting for Tunes with John T. Listen: Tuesdays at 10am pacific/1pm eastern on http://www.LuxuriaMusic.com |
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Mon, Feb 12, 2007 2:32 PM
Tuesday, February 13: Three exotic cocktails and a bunch of pagan love songs to help you gear up for Valentine's Day... More info and a complete playlist on the new TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com Thrifting for Tunes with John T. Listen: Tuesdays at 10am pacific/1pm eastern on http://www.LuxuriaMusic.com |
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Mon, Feb 19, 2007 6:17 AM
Tuesday, February 20: It's soundtrack week... leading us up to the Academy Awards on the 25th. A full program of movie scores and songs... including a mini-tribute to Ennio Morricone (which, unlike the Oscar tribute to EM, will NOT involve Celine Dion in any way). More info and a complete playlist on the new TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com Thrifting for Tunes with John T. Listen: Tuesdays at 10am pacific/1pm eastern on http://www.LuxuriaMusic.com |
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Sun, Feb 25, 2007 7:03 AM
Tuesday, February 27: Had to spend a good part of two days at the hospital emergency room this week... So I'm not quite up to putting a new show together (though I did have something in the works). I'm bringing you an "encore presentation" of my July 25, 2006 Theremin show, which I hope you will enjoy...Back with new stuff ASAP. More info and a complete playlist on the new TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com Thrifting for Tunes with John T. Listen: Tuesdays at 10am pacific/1pm eastern on http://www.LuxuriaMusic.com |
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Sun, Mar 4, 2007 12:59 PM
Tuesday, March6: Still on the mend this week... So it's another "encore presentation." Think of it as a chance to hear something you may have missed when it first aired. It's a repeat of my "fishing trip" show from back in October... a fun one, I think. Back with new a new one next week guaranteed... More info and a complete playlist on the new TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com Thrifting for Tunes with John T. Listen: Tuesdays at 10am pacific/1pm eastern on http://www.LuxuriaMusic.com |
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Sun, Mar 11, 2007 7:40 PM
Tuesday, March 13: Back with a new show... finally. Celebrating two mid-March birthdays: 1) the mastermind of exotica as we know it and love it... and 2) one third of one of my favorite trios... More info and a complete playlist on the new TUNES! page at http://www.maitaionline.com Thrifting for Tunes with John T. Listen: Tuesdays at 10am pacific/1pm eastern on http://www.LuxuriaMusic.com |