Sound Threads

Discuss Music: As we know, AI has already been used quite a lot in music. One notable example is the Beatles release of their "new" single Now and Then during 2023 with all of the Fab Four performing.   Play a Song: My own song of today is titled Walkin On, and is about a person who closes a chapter in his life and happily looks forward to the future. Tell a Story: And in today's episode of the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, Freddie meets with Rob Del Roy. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,  Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: Last week, I looked briefly at AI in music from an industry perspective. But what about how it impacts the consumption side? Today, I'll look at that. Play a Song: My song this morning is the ageless classic Who Will Sing for Me? Tell a Story: And in the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, Freddie is in his mom's living room. She knits, and listens while Freddie tries to explain what's been bothering him. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: Today, I will take a look at the role of AI within the world of music. Specifically, I'll touch on three different elements where AI has surfaced. Play a Song: My song of the week is the beautiful creation, How Great Thou Art. I perform it using dobro in an instrumental-only version. Tell a Story: And in our story, we learn that Freddie broke out in a cold sweat following one of his shows. He is convinced something is wrong, but is unable to figure out how to solve it. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: During the past couple of weeks, I looked at what might be described as "undercurrents" of the music streaming age. Today, I'll discuss two entirely disparate, almost opposite skillsets today's musician is able to benefit by having. Play a Song: Today's song is a song about those small critters that run right in front of your car when you are driving. Its titled I Don't Brake for Squirrels. Tell a Story: And in the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, Freddie is facing a Catch-22, and calls home to Bob Hackett for some advice. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: Last week I looked at how smaller musicians are impacted by streaming. Today I'll examine a "partner" element of the rise of indie musicians, the home studio. Play a Song: Today's song is titled Dixie, I Call it Home. I wrote it a while back, and since it's about the southern states, I had my friend from Nashville, and a great musician John Foster perform the song. Tell a Story: And in the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, things have been going great during the second tour for Freddie. But something isn't feeling quite right. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: Last week, I looked at how revenues of the USA recorded music industry flow through DSP's today. Are there any other major industry components impacted by the streaming age? Today I will look at the rise of the indie musician, and how streaming has impacted them. Play a Song: And today's song is a song I wrote about my late mother, and also to celebrate all the moms out there. The song is titled You Were Home to Me. Tell a Story: In today's episode of the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, Freddie is back. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: Today, I look at the revenue picture of some of the largest streaming services including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music and others. Play a Song: My song today is titled Seabird. It's a song I wrote while on the beach near San Diego. One gull that day was strutting around, and the other birds simply ignored him. Tell a Story: And in the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, the band is on stage and ready to perform when a sound issue strikes. House engineers rush to find the problem, so Freddie needs to buy time. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: The shift away from hard copy albums and CD's and towards streaming is embodied by a corresponding shift from labels to digital service providers, or "gatekeepers vs algorithms". I look at that today. Play a Song: Today's song is Then, There Were None. I wrote it based on a true story about a train robbery. Tell a Story: And in our story about Freddie Spaghetti, he begins his second tour for Delta Records. The act is now comprised of Freddie and Noel Syndergaard plus a female vocalist, and others. The band is now billed as "Freddie Spaghetti and the Noodles". Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: Last week, I described how the top two clusters of music consumers combine to spend the majority $15.4 billion of (2026) streaming revenue.  But what is the share by genre? Today I'll look at that. Play a Song: The song this week is titled I Don't Brake for Squirrels. It's a song I wrote after nearly crashing into a ditch after turning to avoid one of these little monsters. Tell a Story: And in today's story, Freddie and Brit get married, and drive off to Buffalo New York for a short honeymoon. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: AC Nielsen provides insights into the "heavy" spenders on recorded music. By using the information along with separate information, its possible to get a glimpse regarding clusters of music consumers and how much each spends on recorded music. Play a Song: My song this morning is about a troubled friend, and is titled How Brightly You Shine. Tell a Story: And in the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, Freddie cuts his very first record. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: In last week's show, I identified important parameters which will allow us to zero-in on the multiple revenue tributaries within the USA recorded music industry. Play a Song: Today's song is titled Make it Monday. I wrote the song in order to provide a counter viewpoint of the first day of the work week, and its lead in serves as Sound Threads entry theme song.Tell a Story: In our story, Freddie Spaghetti's tour is completed. He pays a visit to meet with the record label executive Rob Del Roy. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: With 254 million Americans purchasing recorded music, and $18.3 billion from streaming, is it possible to dig deeper into how that money is spent? Today I will begin to take a look at that. Play a Song: My song today is an instrumental, the beautiful Ave Maria. Tell a Story: And in today's Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, the tour is going very well, as he heads to Erie Pennsylvania and the Bayfront Center. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: Its interesting to compare the USA recorded music industry to other industries. Music is purchased by 75% of consumers, and this rates slightly below fragrance products, and above the purchase of white bread. Play a Song: Today's song is about an office crush and is titled The Matter of a Heart. Tell a Story: Meanwhile in our story, Freddie calls Rob Del Roy at the record label to report in on his first performance. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: The recorded music industry in the USA is big. How big? By projecting RIAA data, the industry in 2026 will be at about $18 billion with most (84%) from streaming. Play a Song: Today's song Big Red Don't Win is about a gambler who bets on a long-shot horse that pays big. Tell a Story: And in the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, Freddie has been driving for hours, checks into his motel on the outskirts of Detroit Michigan, and heads to the venue of his first performance on the tour. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: What is the size and scope of the recorded music industry in the USA? There is a lot of information out there, but trying to connect dots between revenue, consumption and platforms can be difficult. I'll look at a few key questions to begin knitting everything together. Play a Song: My song this morning is titled "I Was There". It is a personal favorite, due to the subject matter. It's written about the great accomplishments of mankind. Tell a Story: And today in the Musical World of Freddie Spaghetti, Freddie has been very busy getting ready to go on tour-from resigning his day job to packing for the trip. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: Today in the music industry section of Sound Threads, I'll move away from the world of streaming, and begin to look at the USA recorded music industry, and its 250-plus million "active music consumers". Play a Song: Hey, Cabbie is a song I wrote and recorded about a lovesick guy who has just landed at an airport and after some machinations has the cab driver drop him off at a hotel. Tell a Story: In today's installment of the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, Freddie is driving back to Cherry Creek NY after meeting with the record label. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: Last week, I looked at the world of music streaming from the consumer perspective. But how about from the perspective of the artist? And specifically, a smaller or "indie" artist?Play a Song: Have you ever been so busy that every minute of the day seems like you are falling behind?  We've all been there and Scattered is a song I wrote from a humorous perspective about that state.Tell a Story: And today as Freddie Spaghetti continues his meeting with Rob Del Roy, a live tour is discussed. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: Following up on last week's show, I'll look deeper into how music today is being consumed and paid for. In the song segment today, Play a Song: I'll play a song that I wrote based upon a true story that took place at Loretto Chapel in Santa Fe, New Mexico. My song is titled Who's That Knockin'. Tell a Story: Freddie Spaghetti pays a visit to Buffalo New York, to meet face to face with record label executive Rob Del Roy. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: What has the streaming of recorded music meant to its consumption? A number of changes from the old album and record label days have occurred, and the result is a more fragmented audience. Play a Song: My song today is the Lineman's Song. I wrote it about football, and particularly those players on the offensive line. Tell a Story: In the Musical World of Freddie Spaghetti, Freddie becomes distracted at work as he becomes nervous before his call to a record label executive. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: In last week's show, I briefly covered the entry of Napster into the music business and its immediate impact on recorded music revenues. Today, I'll look a little deeper into the role and era of Napster. Play a Song: Today, I'll play a song I wrote about a couple making up titled Second Time. Tell a Story: And in our story, Freddie opens and replies to all the messages he received on his phone … except for one. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: Once Napster entered the industry in 1999, the recorded music industry changed forever. From year 2000 on, the revenue foundations of the industry, and role of record labels would change forever.Play a Song: The song I'll play this week is about a sports-fan who gets caught up in his team's season. It's called Full-Silly.Tell a Story: And in the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, Freddie is stunned to find a bunch of messages on his phone about his music. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: The "salad" days of record labels were during the 20th century. Once music could be recorded and sold, labels became increasingly popular. Play a Song: My song today is titled The Trade. It's a song I wrote about a man who wishes to sell his soul to the devil to play guitar. In order to capture the feel of the swampy, dank surroundings of the Mississippi River delta, I used a 12-string. Tell a Story: And in the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, Freddie is becoming serious about getting his music out there. He buys some advertising. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: During the New year, I'll move away from the history of music, acoustic country and bluegrass. And to start off today, I will talk about the history of Record Labels, specifically how it all began. When was the very first recording of music? Who did it? How were the signals captured? Play a Song: My song today is titled Solitary Star. It's a loose autobiography of sorts. Tell a Story: And in the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, Bob Hackett and Freddie have become friends.  Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Happy and safe New Year!! Hoping 2026 is a great year for you and yours. And hope you join me for Sound Threads as we begin the New Year next week. Discuss Music: Another instrument that gained traction after the Bristol Sessions was the acoustic guitar. And today, I'll look at three builders that have stood the test of time, and become iconic for acoustic flattops and other models. Play a Song: My song today is Sweet Annie. There's quite a story behind who it was written about.Tell a Story: And in our story, although Freddie Spaghetti has been frustrated getting his music heard, he visits old pro Bob Hackett to see if h Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan e has any insights.

Merry Christmas!! Have a safe, blessed, and wonderful day tomorrow. Discuss Music: Last week, I looked at a boom in the banjo. But to really bring it into the public's consciousness, a player of exceptional talent was required. Enter Earl Scruggs and Gibson Mastertone banjos. Play a Song: My instrumental seasonal song today is one of the most beautiful hymns ever-the Ave Maria. Tell a Story: Freddie Spaghetti believes he is on the right track with his music. But his videos are not gaining much audience. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: If the Bristol Sessions which I looked at last week were at the roots of certain musical genres, did they also have an impact on musical instruments? Today, I'll look at that.  Play a Song: My song today is Angels We Have Heard on High, a song that is very, very old. Tell a Story: After performing live, Freddie Spaghetti thinks his next step should be to do a video. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: A landmark event in the world of bluegrass, folk, and acoustic country music occurred July 25th to August 5th, 1927. I will talk about that, and how it changed the landscape of these forms of music. Play a Song: And my song of the day is an instrumental, the classic Jingle Bells. Tell a Story: In the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, Freddie plays his very first live gig. Will the audience enjoy his songs? Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: One of the great "later" advances in music I believe was Beethoven's 9th Symphony. It was first heard way back a century ago in 1824, and is easy to think of as being ancient history. However within the context of music's overall historical timeline, it's much nearer to the modern day, than the early music I discussed last week. Play a Song: My song this morning is about nostalgia. Have you ever returned to one of your childhood neighborhoods, and become nostalgic? The Old 29 is a song about a train that used to come through a town, but has been passed by time. Tell a Story: And in The Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, Freddie calls his Mom and tells her about the song he has just written. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: Last week looked at the very beginnings of music. And today, I take the history from that time, look at various eras and bring it right up to today. Play a Song: My song this week is titled Another Wine. I wrote it about a lady who is a career climber but during her rise to the top, she leaves friends behind. Tell a Story: And in the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, Freddie has some time to listen to the song he wrote and recorded n his small digital recorder. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: One of the most fascinating things about music for me are it's history and "roots". Today, I'll look at the very first piece of music we know of that was played-Hurrian Hymn number 6. From there, I'll look further ahead in time at the first music with lyrics. Play a Song: My own song today is titled a Wind is Comin'. I wrote it a while back, and this is a re-recording of the original version. Tell a Story: And there is some big news today in the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti. Freddie writes his very first song! Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: Today, I'll take a look at some of my favorite artists within the world of bluegrass and acoustic country music. I don't have unit sales for these artists as I did last few weeks. The reason is that those all-time unit sales were in all music,  so big picture. Today, I'll be looking at a niche genre within that larger context, and talk about some of my personal favorites. Play a Song: Today's song is called Dixie, I Call it Home. I wrote it a while back, and since its about the southern states, I had my friend from Nashville, John Foster perform it. John is an amazing talent having performed with the Beach Boys and many others. Tell a Story: In today's episode of the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, Freddie is looking for a subject to write his n Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan ew song about.

Discuss Music: One of my all-time favorite bands was the Eagles. And as they released hit after hit, I had no idea about all the friction going on inside that band. Play a Song: My song today is titled Sam Buck. It's a fictional song about a gambler who gets himself in too deep with the wrong crowd. Tell a Story: And in the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, Freddie dives into the idea of writing his very own song. Will it be a hit? Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: Number two on the all-time unit sales list is country legend Garth Brooks. I will take an in-depth look at his music, songwriting and other factors that makes him so successful. Play a Song: The song for today is Seabird. It's a song I wrote while sitting on the beach near San Diego. One gull that day was strutting around like he owned the place, and the other birds simply ignored him (or her). Tell a Story: And in our story The Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, Brittany is at a crossroads in her life. After years of studying, and building toward a career, she thinks a change might be in order. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: Over their careers the Beatles have sold 183-million-unit sales. They have been by far the top selling artists in the USA. I'll cover their music, and why I believe they stood out. Play a Song: Today's song is the title album of my album Good Day Risin'. It's a song that celebrates the start of a brand-new day. Tell a Story: In the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, we take a look at his new friend Brit in a segment titled "Doctor Brit." Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: Last week I took an arial view of the top all-time artists. Today, I'll go in-depth on one of the top three, Elvis Presley. Play a Song: The song today is one I hope will bring a chuckle. Its titled I don't Brake for Squirrels, and its about those small creatures that can become a hazard to anyone driving a car. Tell a Story: And today in the Freddie Spaghetti segment, he needs something new in his music to work on. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: Who are the top-selling artists in the USA, all time? If you guessed the Beatles, you are correct. The have sold 183 million units. Garth Brooks has sold 157 million, and Elvis 139 million. Those are the top three all-time sellers, and today I'll take a quick look at others in the top dozen. Play a Song: The song I have selected for today is The Matter of a Heart. It's a song I wrote about an office crush. Tell a Story: Today in the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, Freddie thinks that his music practice has hit a roadblock. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: One of the most fascinating things about music, is how the human mind processes a song. To have wide appeal, a song needs to connect with both sides of the brain-left and right hemispheres. Play a Song: Our song this morning is titled Just the Raven's Know. It's a song I wrote based on a true story of an unsolved murder of teen Kerry Ann Brown way back in 1986. Tell a Story: And in our story, Fred Barton Jr. reveals how he became known as "Freddie Spaghetti". Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: When you add all the elements of a song together, that make a great one, and how does that actually work with the listener? My belief is that a song you enjoy is a bit like a friend. And a song you really, really like is a bit like a best friend. But in order to accomplish this, a song needs to be "hooky". Not so easy to do! Play a Song: Our song of the day is a classic Who Will Sing For Me? Its a classic song with actual roots going way back in time, the original author unknown. Tell a Story: Today in the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, the story moves to a local ice cream shop where Freddie and a young lady have their first date Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: In this show I look at various musical forms including twelve bar blues AABA, verse-chorus, and others.  Play a Song: I will play Solitary Star, a song I wrote some time ago. It's about having a mirror image of your own life every night right up there in the heavens. Tell a Story: In today's episode of the Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, Freddie rushes to a local music store before closing to buy a capo. He gets more than he bargained for. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: One of the most interesting elements about music for me, is where a song arrives from. Is there some magic formula? Of course, the answer is no, otherwise everyone would be using that formula. So how does a song become born? Today, I'll look at how one iconic song was created. Play a Song: With football season upon us, my song today is the Lineman's Song.  The song is about an offensive lineman who has a love-hate relationship with the game. Tell a Story: Today in The Musical Life of Freddie Spaghetti, Freddie finds a song he wants to learn. But he wants to play it in G, not the chords on the recording. So he needs a capo, now! Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: Welcome to our Labor Day edition of Sound Threads. Some musicians are able to make their songs and playing stand out. Is there a secret to getting good "tone" out of an instrument? Play a Song: Also today, I'll play the song You Were Home to Me. I wrote it about my late mother when she passed, but it's also meant to be a tribute to all the great Mom's out there. They can be the most important person in our lives. Tell a Story: And finally, our story. Freddie Spaghetti is becoming bored with the songs he is learning, and so he looks for some new songs to play. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: This morning I'll look at some reasons I enjoyed Freddie Mercury's music so much. For me, he ranks way high on the songwriting and performance scale. Play a Song: My song for today is called Second Time. It's a song I wrote about making up after a lover's spat. The protagonist in the song is one happy guy. Tell a Story: And when I check in on our story, Freddie (not the same one!) has one prized possession in his apartment. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: Some of the great musicians are able to lend little "touches" that help make a song stand out. I'll talk about that this morning. Play a Song: My song today is called "I Was There". Of the songs I have written, this one is one is a favorite, due to the subject matter. It's written about the great accomplishments of mankind. Tell a Story: And today in the Musical World of Freddie Spaghetti, we look at the small town of Cherry Creek-the place he is from. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: This morning I'll look at the great songwriter, Dolly Parton. Her prolific and chart-topping hits would make her one of our great all-time songwriters. Play a Song: I'll play my song Make it Monday. I wrote Make it Monday to provide a counter viewpoint of the first day of the work week, and its lead in serves as Sound Threads entry theme song. Tell a Story:  Today, we look at Freddie Spaghetti's family, and his love of music. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: This morning I'll discuss the songwriting of Brian Wilson Beach Boys, and in particular his song God Only Knows. Later on in the show, Play a Song: I'll play my song Scattered. Its a humorous look at becoming discombobulated when you are under stress. Tell a Story: In our music story, we meet Mr. Fred Barton Junior. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

Discuss Music: In today's discussion I look at types of songwriters, and some examples of the greats who were able to master the two sides of the songwriting coin. Play a Song: Today's song is titled The Trade-its about a man looking to sell his soul in order to play guitar. Tell a Story: And today, we are introducing our story. It is a fictional account of a musician who rises from obscurity and gains stardom. This morning, we meet the players in the Musical Life of "Freddie Spaghetti". Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

The music and songwriting I do today, represents my second foray into music. As a teenager and part of a Toronto-based music group the "Voyageurs", I was fortunate to play at some iconic venues including Massey Hall, the Grand Ole Opry (Ryman), and others.  In 1967, I put the guitar away to continue my education. This eventually led to a career in market research and advertising, and building my business. The music was never far away however, and by the early 2000's, I began songwriting, visiting Nashville for IBMA conferences, and building a music studio to record in  The music industry of today is dramatically different from the one I left 'back in the day'. That changeover is fascinating, and the subject of some of my shows later on the Sound Threads series. Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                 Paul Ryan

This is the initial show for my Podcast Sound Threads. Its a short one at only three and a half minutes long, but since Sound Threads is unique from other shows, I thought it required an introduction.  Each week, Sound Threads will look at music from three angles. First, I'll look at the larger picture such as music's very earliest beginnings. I'll cover some great artists and songwriting, and later in on, I'll take a look in depth at the music industry of today. In the second part of the show, I'll play one of my acoustic country songs. And thirdly each show will follow a story about a musician as he rises from obscurity, and gains fame and fortune. Hope you will join me each week for Sound Threads Check me out online at: Ryantunes            http://www.ryantunes.com You Tube              https://www.youtube.com/@ryantunes3523 Spotify                 https://open.spotify.com/album/18Jo8tVQyRhdJBV7ebvJyp Bandcamp            https://paulryan1.bandcamp.com/ Tidal                     https://tidal.com/browse/album/331764698 Apple Music         https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/paul-ryan/1655699308 Deezer                  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/285393971 Amazon Music      https://www.amazon.com/Good-Day-Risin/dp/B0CN5W8FYK https://www.amazon.com/Second-Time/dp/B0CP4LWM3H Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075624047075 Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/pryantues/ Tik Tok        https://www.tiktok.com/@pcryan486gmail.com?lang=en X                 @PaulRya39770855 Thanks,                Paul Ryan