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AKA Doc Pomus

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Posted on April 13, 2014 at 05:06:39
LWR
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at last a hero of mine gets some recognition
http://vimeo.com/69767201

 

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RE: AKA Doc Pomus, posted on April 13, 2014 at 07:03:02
lord addleford
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An incredible story that gives Doc his due. Two thumbs up, Larry. I saw a trailer and am thrilled that it is available through Vimeo.

la

 

RE: AKA Doc Pomus, posted on April 13, 2014 at 07:22:37
LWR
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Well, thinking about a man whose means of transportation were not his feet but were crutches writing about a girl saving the last dance for him just pretty much lays to waste any troubles I may be having. Here are 3 of his great songs not by the original artists but which sound so good ...




 

RE: AKA Doc Pomus, posted on April 13, 2014 at 13:31:09
lord addleford
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An ability to tap into core human emotions and needs, using his own life and then translate those emotions into words and music that was accessible: pure genious of communication.
La

 

Communicating his raw emotions, posted on April 13, 2014 at 13:40:55
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his longing to dance and hold a girl in his arms. Standing before a crowd of dancing people and singing out his torment...fuck all, the guy was a very human being...
If I could have a dinner party with any 10 people, he would be one of them.

 

RE: Communicating his raw emotions, posted on April 13, 2014 at 15:51:40
lord addleford
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Ditto, Larry. A great picture of Doc belting it out!
La

 

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