A story from my youth growing up in a small city full of poor families like my own. The stink from the paper mills hung over the town, nearly as bad as the desperation that hung over the men of the town, short on work and hope both… #halloween #smalltown #storytime https://youtu.be/T4CXo–3cZs
She’s a singer, songwriter, and guitarist. J’s music style blends punk, rock, and glam, with a rebellious spirit. She’s also a pioneering female musician who’s been a huge influence on women in rock… #Music #Rock #Legend #Amazon
The Story of J The Story of J She’s a singer, songwriter, and guitarist. J’s music style blends punk, rock, and glam, with a rebellious spirit. She’s also a pioneering female musician who’s been a huge influence on women in rock… #Music #Rock #Legend #amazon
The rusty hinges of the dilapidated shack groaned a mournful protest as Bear pushed open the door, the scent of damp earth and decay clinging to the air like a shroud. Inside, Winston lay huddled beneath a threadbare blanket, his breathing shallow and ragged. #Horror #Series #Dystopian #Apocalyptic
The sun, a weak, watery orb, struggled to pierce the perpetual gloom of the junkyard. Its rays, filtered through the grimy haze of industrial decay and the skeletal remains of rusted cars, cast long, distorted shadows that danced with the shuffling figures of the undead. This was their sanctuary, a chaotic landscape of twisted metal, shattered glass, and the lingering stench of decay – their home. #Horror #Series #Dystopian #Apocalyptic
The Nation 01 Series: The Nation, Book 1 by Dell Sweet:
Bear squatted and peered down at the girl and the boy for a few moments before he spoke again. “What do you think of her hand?” Beth squatted beside him and looked down at the girl. She stood and shook her head. “I can’t tell. It looks like she’s turning. Turns black, you know, but just under the skin… like… like a spiderweb flowing out under their skin. Bad description, I know,” she finished. #Horror #Series #Dystopian #Apocalyptic
3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars 2 ratings There were three books written that were then discarded. All of the collected OutRunner books in one place. #Dystopian #ApocalypticFiction #Horror #ZombieFiction #Series
Earth’s Survivors Collection Two contains the complete text from books three and four of the Earth’s Survivors series, The Nation and Home In The Valley. #Dystopian #ApocalypticFiction #Horror #ZombieFiction #Series
Formation: Dire Straits was formed in London, England in 1977 by Mark Knopfler (lead vocals and guitar), his brother David Knopfler (guitar and keyboards), John Illsley (bass guitar), and Pick Withers (drums).
Band Members:
Mark Knopfler: Lead vocals, guitar, songwriter
David Knopfler: Guitar, keyboards (left in 1980)
John Illsley: Bass guitar
Pick Withers: Drums (left in 1982)
Other notable members:
Hal Lindes: Guitar (joined in 1980)
Alan Clark: Keyboards (joined in 1980)
Terry Williams: Drums (joined in 1982)
The Guitar Story
Mark Knopfler’s Guitar: Mark Knopfler did indeed build a guitar from a wooden plank, but it’s not entirely clear if it was a bedpost. The guitar was a Telecaster-style body made from a piece of wood from a local carpenter’s workshop.
Mark Knopfler’s Style
Influences: Mark Knopfler’s playing style was influenced by various artists, including:
Country and blues musicians: Chet Atkins, B.B. King, and Eric Clapton
Rock and folk musicians: Bob Dylan, J.J. Cale, and The Beatles
Learning to Play: Mark Knopfler learned to play guitar at a young age, and his unique fingerpicking style developed over time through practice and experimentation.
Top Songs
Some of Dire Straits’ most popular songs:
“Sultans of Swing”
“Money for Nothing” (feat. Sting)
“Romeo and Juliet”
“Private Investigations”
“Brothers in Arms”
“Walk of Life”
David Knopfler’s Departure
Creative Differences: David Knopfler left the band in 1980 due to creative differences and personal tensions. He went on to pursue a solo career.
Biggest Hit
“Brothers in Arms”: Released in 1985, “Brothers in Arms” was a massive hit and one of the band’s most iconic songs. The song’s themes of war and loss resonated with audiences worldwide.
Legacy
Dire Straits has sold over 120 million records worldwide and has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
The band’s music often explores themes of love, relationships, and social commentary, with Mark Knopfler’s distinctive vocals and guitar work being a key part of their sound.
Contains the complete text from the first two Earth’s Survivors books, Apocalypse and Rising From The Ashes. #Dystopian #ApocalypticFiction #Horror #ZombieFiction #Series
by Dell Sweet (Author) The idea had been Mike’s, a well-timed proposal during a particularly grueling quarterly review. “We’re losing it,” he’d declared, his voice cutting through the drone of economic forecasts. “We’re soft. This city… it’s made us soft. We need to remember what it means to be men, to rely on ourselves, not on algorithms and assistants.” The consensus had been swift, almost too swift, as if each man had been waiting for the permission, the justification, to escape. The destination: the Southern Tier of Upstate New York, far from the manicured trails and well-trodden paths of more popular wilderness areas. Mike had painted a picture of untamed forests, pristine lakes, and a silence so profound it would be deafening after the ceaseless roar of the city. #Thriller #Drama #KU #Adventure #Survival