A Cure and Two Inductions #MusicMovesMe

It's Monday and it's time for music!

But first, who are the Music Moves Me Bloggers? 

We are a group of music loving bloggers who blog about music each Sunday or Monday (or even later in the week). If you have music to share with us, you are most welcome to join! (Music Posts Only-meaning at least one music video, please! Otherwise, your post link may be labeled "No Music" or even removed.)   We have occasional theme weeks, but you are welcome to ignore the theme and use music of your choice.  Why not join us?  You don't have to sing, or play an instrument.  All music lovers are welcome. 

Today's  theme is:  You Pick!  Sadly, I must begin with two inductions into Rock and Roll Heaven.

I just couldn't think of music I wanted to feature so I decided to let You Tube decide for me.  You Tube, I found, has something called My Mix, which they base on music videos you have listened to.  Even though some of the music picked is not from genres I prefer, I found an interesting mix to cure (no pun intended) my blogging block.

Interestingly, the first song was by the Cure.  I had forgotten I was going to write up the induction into Rock and Roll Heaven of guitarist and keyboardist Perry Bamonte, who died on December 24 at age 65 after a short illness.  So, let's start with what You Tube picked as my tribute.

You Tube's pick for me was 1987's Just Like Heaven.

As I was writing this post, the news came about the death of Bob Weir, co-founder of the Grateful Dead, at age 78 from lung issues possibly related to his battle with cancer.

This is his final performance of the Dead's classic Touch of Grey. 

Now, back to You Tube's picks for me. From 1986, Higher Love - Steve Winwood

1982's Mad World - Tears for Fears was chosen for me, although I must say that I slightly prefer Gary Jules' 2001/2003 cover.

Finally, from 1985, Something About You - Level 42

I am closing on a somber note today.  One of our former Music Moves Me members, Mary, of the music blog JingleJangleJungle, is declining after several years of battling cancer. If you are so inclined, please keep her in your thoughts and prayers. Mary was always so upfront about her health battles on a different blog devoted to same, and had a great sense of humor.   I am reminded of this post from another Music Moves Me member from several years ago.

And that's a wrap!

Join me again next week for another episode of Music Moves Me.