Elbows Up semi retired, loves classic rock, classic movies, and a good single malt scotch. 🏳️‍🌈 lives DT Toronto .i’ll be letting you know what I’m listening to and watching.https://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mtjl6swe7k2c#nowlistening #MirelWagner’s When the Celler Children See the Light of Day is haunting, intimate and beautifully stark. Her smoky vocals and sparse arrangements create a hypnotic darkness that lingers long after the final note. A quietly devastating listen. #MirelWagner20 Aug 2026 15:36 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtjl6swe7k2chttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mtjibejffs2c#MirandaLambert’s Kerosene is a fiery, fearless country debut packed with attitude, heartache, and killer hooks. Raw, confident, and still a blast to hear.20 Aug 2026 14:44 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtjibejffs2chttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mthd2f33p22bMinus the Bear’s Highly Refined Pirates is a smart, energetic mix of indie rock, math-rock precision and electronic textures. Intricate without losing its hooks, it’s a record that rewards repeated listens. #MinusTheBear #AlbumReview19 Aug 2026 18:05 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mthd2f33p22bhttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mth5dz7jt22o#nowlistening A lively, swinging set that captures the spirit of classic jazz while keeping things fresh and energetic. Great musicianship, infectious grooves, and plenty of personality. #Jazz #AlbumReview #MintJulepJazzBand19 Aug 2026 16:23 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mth5dz7jt22ohttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mth3kp3m7s2k#nowlistening #MinnieRiperton’s #PerfectAngel is pure ’70s soul-pop magic. Her astonishing five-octave voice floats effortlessly over warm, funky grooves, with “Lovin’ You” the obvious standout. Beautiful, intimate and timeless.19 Aug 2026 15:51 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mth3kp3m7s2khttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mtgwvw6zwc2g#nowlistening Cabretta by Mink DeVille is a gritty, swaggering slice of ’70s New York rock. Willy DeVille’s smoky vocals, Latin influences, blues and punk attitude make this a wonderfully raw, atmospheric debut that still sounds distinctive. #MinkDeVille #Cabretta #Rock19 Aug 2026 14:28 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtgwvw6zwc2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mtgtmknpw22k#nowlistening The Genius of #MiltJackson & #JohnLewis is a cool-jazz gem. Jackson’s vibraphone and Lewis’s piano blend beautifully with #PercyHeath, #KennyClarke, and #LouDonaldson. This expanded edition is a terrific deep dive into the Modern Jazz Quartet sound. #Jazz19 Aug 2026 13:29 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtgtmknpw22khttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mtemmiahqs2q#nowlistening The Very Best of the Mills Brothers is a wonderful snapshot of a legendary vocal group. Their tight harmonies, relaxed yyyswing, and effortless charm make these recordings feel timeless. Pure vintage vocal magic. #MillsBrothers #MusicReview18 Aug 2026 16:18 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtemmiahqs2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mtelt43ef22m#nowlistening Girl You Know It’s True by Milli Vanilli is pure late-’80s pop fun—slick production, catchy hooks, and ridiculously infectious grooves. The controversy aside, the songs still know how to get stuck in your head. #MilliVanilli #AlbumReview18 Aug 2026 16:04 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtelt43ef22mhttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mteio5blns2i#nowlistening Milky Chance’s Sadnecessary is a wonderfully laid-back mix of indie, folk, reggae and electronic sounds. “Stolen Dance” remains the standout, but the album has a relaxed, infectious vibe that grows on you with every listen. #MilkyChance #Sadnecessary18 Aug 2026 15:08 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mteio5blns2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mtedj5zsds2r#nowlistening #MileyCyrus’s Plastic Hearts is a confident, rebellious blast of rock, pop, and ’80s glam. Raw vocals, big guitars, and plenty of attitude make this one of her most compelling albums.18 Aug 2026 13:36 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtedj5zsds2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mtc2ky6gjs2x#nowlistening Miles Davis’ Kind of Blue: Legacy Edition is jazz at its most timeless—cool, spacious, and endlessly expressive. Every note feels effortless, yet deeply considered. A masterpiece that still sounds revolutionary. #MilesDavis #KindOfBlue #Jazz17 Aug 2026 15:50 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtc2ky6gjs2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mtbypu3y7c2k#nowlistening Mild High Club’s Skiptracing is a dreamy, hazy trip through psychedelic pop, jazz, and lo-fi grooves. Strange, laid-back, and hypnotic, it rewards repeated listens. A wonderfully offbeat album. #MildHighClub #Skiptracing17 Aug 2026 15:17 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtbypu3y7c2khttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mtbucycsl227#nowlistening #MikisTheodorakis’ 100% Mikis Theodorakis is a sweeping showcase of his remarkable gift for melody. Passionate, dramatic and deeply rooted in Greek musical tradition, it’s an evocative listen from start to finish.17 Aug 2026 13:58 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtbucycsl227https://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mtakgz7v4k2b#nowwatching #MylesSmith’s My Mess, My Heart, My Life is an honest, soulful record filled with emotional highs and lows. His warm, distinctive voice gives the songs plenty of character. Not every track lands, but there’s genuine feeling here and plenty to like.17 Aug 2026 01:29 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtakgz7v4k2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mt7a32kzrk2a#nowwatching - A charming slice of classic comedy, #NoTimeforSergeants lets #AndyGriffith turn a simple-minded country recruit into an unexpectedly lovable hero. Broad, goofy, and very much of its era, but Griffith’s natural comic timing makes it hard not to smile. ★★★½16 Aug 2026 12:51 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt7a32kzrk2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mt64cmwl6k2w#nowwatching A fascinating early #AlfredHitchcock thriller. The Man Who Knew Too Much (1934) is tense, stylish and surprisingly dark, with Hitchcock already showing his gift for suspense and ordinary people caught in extraordinary danger. A classic worth seeing. #PeterLorre16 Aug 2026 02:11 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt64cmwl6k2whttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mt5licedek2w#nowwatching #JimmyStewart brings his trademark warmth and nervous energy to #AlfredHitchcock’s The Man Who Knew Too Much. A gripping thriller with suspense, intrigue, and one unforgettable climax. A classic that still works.15 Aug 2026 21:10 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt5licedek2whttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mt4z63tjus2w#nowwatching. #TheLastDaysofPompeii is lavish, dramatic, and wonderfully old-school. The spectacle is impressive, though the story can feel melodramatic. Still, the eruption delivers the goods and makes for a memorable finale.15 Aug 2026 15:42 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt4z63tjus2whttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mt4yui6bzk2w#nowwatching #CaptainBlood is pure swashbuckling fun. #ErrolFlynn is charismatic and effortlessly heroic, with thrilling sword fights, romance, and adventure. A classic Hollywood adventure that still holds up beautifully.15 Aug 2026 15:36 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt4yui6bzk2whttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mt3gxqnvdk25#nowwatching #MichaelJackson is a fascinating subject, but this biopic feels frustratingly cautious. The performances have moments of strength, yet the film glosses over too much and never fully captures the complexity of its subject. Watchable, but disappointing. #Michael15 Aug 2026 00:43 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt3gxqnvdk25https://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mt2nbtgjes27#nowlistening #MikeVickers’ I Wish I Were a Group Again is a witty, slightly eccentric slice of pop-psych nostalgia. Clever songwriting, vintage textures and plenty of charm make this a rewarding listen for fans of 60s British pop.14 Aug 2026 17:04 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt2nbtgjes27https://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mt2l5im4rs2o#nowlistening #MikeSmith’s It’s Only Rock ’n’ Roll is a spirited slice of classic rock that wears its influences proudly. Straight-ahead guitars, catchy hooks and plenty of attitude make this an enjoyable, no-nonsense listen.14 Aug 2026 16:26 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt2l5im4rs2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mt2iq2xwzs2l#nowlistening #MikeOldfield’s #TubularBells is still a mesmerizing listen—hypnotic, atmospheric, and wonderfully strange. A landmark of progressive music that rewards patience and headphones. Its opening remains unforgettable.14 Aug 2026 15:42 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt2iq2xwzs2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mt2dcz5sgc23#nowlistening #SuperSession by #MikeBloomfield, #AlKooper & #StephenStills is a blues-rock masterclass. Three exceptional musicians feeding off each other, balancing fiery guitar work with soulful grooves. Still sounds loose, spontaneous and inspired decades later. 🎸14 Aug 2026 14:05 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt2dcz5sgc23https://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3mt2a72sj5c2j#nowlistening #Rivers by #MikeAtkins is an inviting, reflective listen that flows with an easy confidence. Melodic, atmospheric and quietly engaging, it rewards settling in and letting the music carry you downstream14 Aug 2026 13:10 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt2a72sj5c2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3msya5nbrnk26#nowlistening #Mika’s #LifeinCartoonMotion remains a wonderfully exuberant pop record—bright, theatrical and packed with infectious hooks. Beneath the colourful production, there’s real emotion and vulnerability. Pure early-2000s pop joy.13 Aug 2026 18:03 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3msya5nbrnk26https://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3msxwtbfz2c2r#nowlistening #TheMightyLemonDrops’ #Happy #Head is a terrific slice of ’80s indie rock—jangly guitars, catchy melodies and just the right amount of melancholy. Bright, energetic and endlessly charming. A real alternative gem!13 Aug 2026 15:17 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3msxwtbfz2c2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3msxtztbmwc2b#nowlistening #SaturnOverSunset by #MidnightSister is a beautifully atmospheric listen—dreamy, cinematic and quietly seductive. Its blend of vintage pop, soul and modern indie textures creates a mood that lingers long after the final track.13 Aug 2026 14:27 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3msxtztbmwc2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/mrkevees.bsky.social/post/3msxopgszik2x#nowlistening #MickJagger’s #GoddessintheDoorway has moments of real energy, but it’s an uneven solo effort. Some strong tracks can’t quite overcome the feeling that Jagger is chasing contemporary sounds rather than finding his own groove.13 Aug 2026 12:51 +0000at://did:plc:ideefvdaoc6o7t2wdbhjmqig/app.bsky.feed.post/3msxopgszik2x