Three Ann Arbor GP38's and a Grand Trunk Western SD38 power a 123 car freight over a rural grade crossing on the Ohio Valley Sipping & Switching Society's modular layout at the Dayton Train Show on November 7, 2010. Bringing up the rear are a pair of run-through cabooses: a weathered and graffitied Chessie caboose and a caboose from GTW sister road Duluth, Winnipeg & Pacific.

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Kodachrome is from the album There Goes Rhymin' Simon. It is from the early 70's and was Paul's second solo album after his split with Garfunkle

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It's hard to know what he really meant when he wrote Life of Illusion. I think that many of us, at times, have had an unrealistic view of our lives. We may live in an illusion or have an illusion of how our lives should be. And just when we think everything is going our way, "Pow, right between the eyes," life comes up with a surprise to wake us up. And at times it seems like crisis after crisis. Joe Walsh was a solo artist and also a member of the Eagles band. He wrote and recorded this song in 1981 after the breakup of the Eagles.

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Three Dog Night was one of the most popular bands of the 70s. This song came from their 1971 album, Harmony and was written by Hoyt Axton.

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Saturday Night At The Movies is a 1964 song by the fabulous Drifters. In my opinion, The Drifters were the all time greatest recording group of the 50's and 60's. In 1988 the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inducted the seven significant contributors to The Drifters' legacy - originals Clyde McPhatter, Bill Pinkney, and Gerhardt Thrasher, along with subsequent members Ben E. King, Charlie Thomas, Rudy Lewis, and Johnny Moore. Only King and Thomas are alive today.

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Recorded after Elvis's discharge from the army in 1961, this is from his thirteenth album, "Something For Everybody." Sentimental Me was originally recorded by the Ames Brothers in 1949.

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This song comes from the 1998 album, Mermaid Avenue. The lyrics to all the songs on this album were written by Woody Guthrie sometime before his death in 1967 and put to music by Billy Bragg and Wilco about 30 years later. The words to this song paint a picture of sleeping and dreaming beneath the beautiful California stars.

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This song tells a story of a man who was lost until he found that special someone. So I used photos of Josh Holloway and Evangeline Lilly, stars of the TV show LOST to tell the story.

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My boy, Delbert singing Going Back To Louisiana. This video is dedicated to all the Louisiana folks who have been affected by the devastation of hurricane Gustav.

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A great old hit from the 50s by one of the best.

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Blue Eyes was written by Elton John and Gary Osborne. It is from the album, "Jump Up" and was released as a single in 1982 reaching #1 on the adult contemporary chart.

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Written by Fred Rose and originally performed by Roy Acuff and recorded by Willie Nelson in 1975. In 1976 Elvis covered the song and in 2004, Rolling Stone listed it as one of the 500 greatest songs of all times.

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This song is from the Crazy Heart Soundtrack with video clips from the movie. I love Jeff Bridges and although he is known by most as an actor and not a singer, I did enjoy the movie and the music.

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Ricochet has earned recognition as one of the most popular new vocal groups in country music. They were named "Best New Vocal Group, by both the Academy of Country Music and Billboard Magazine. Recently the band has been nominated for "The Vocal Group Of The Year" by both the ACM and CMA. Their number one hit single, "Daddy's Money" is one of the most recognized song in country music.

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Many will remember Leo Sayer as the guy from the 70s with the high- pitched falsetto voice who had such hits as When I Need You and More Than I Can Say. This fun song, Long Tall Glasses was also known as I Can Dance.

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From one of country music's best-selling artists of the 90s, Neon Moon is from the 1991 album, "Brand New Man." I am dedicating this video to my wonderful and brave brother, Harry (hwaj5300). He introduced me to this lovely song in the 90s.

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I'm don't really know how to catagorize McClinton's music. I just have to say he pretty much has his own style. I would say it's a soulful combination of southern country-rock and R&B. Even though he's been around for awhile, I just discovered his music a few years ago and I love it. And since being fortunate enough to see him perform live, I've become even more of a fan. This song is from his 1990 album, Never Been Rocked Enough.

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You no doubt remember Kevin Bacon from such movies as Footloose, Tremors, Flatliners, Hollow Man, etc. But you may not be aware that Kevin and his brother, Michael have a musical career as well. And you may be surprised to find that they are really good musicians. No, Kyra Sedgwick is not really a Jersey Girl but Kevin and his brother grew up in Philadelphia and so they know what it is to "take a ride across the river to the Jersey side." Hope you enjoy the song and the photos.

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From Orbisons 1962 Album, Crying, this song features a harmonica and female backup vocals. Even today, Roy remains a highly regarded musician with mass public interest Nobody else could sing or sounded like Roy - he was one of a kind.

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This song is the first single to be released from their album, "Before These Crowded Streets." The theme of this song was about apartheid in South Africa and the persecution of Native Americans but I chose a different path with my video because I think the lyrics are rather obscure and you can interpret it many ways.

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This is by the rock band from Dublin, Ireland. It's from U2's seventh album, Achtung Baby which was released in 1991. This song was the second single from that album.

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This beautiful song is from the album, Raising Sand. The photos in my video are of actress Rachel Weisz and actor Ralph Fiennes. Lyrics: Leaves were falling ..Just like embers In colors red and gold they set us on fire Burning just like a moonbeam ..in our eyes Somebody said they saw me Swinging the world by the tail Bouncing over a white cloud. Killing the Blues I am guilty of something I hope you never do because there is nothing sadder than losing yourself in love Repeat Chorus Now, you ask me Just to leave you To go out on my own and get what I need to You want me to find what I've already had Repeat Chorus

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"Since I Met You Baby" is an American rhythm and blues song written and recorded by pianist Ivory Joe Hunter. The song, which Hunter recorded in 1956, saw renewed popularity in 1969 when country music artist Sonny James released his hit version.

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Winner of 2009 Grammy for Best Pop Collaberation Vocals from album of the year, "Raising Sand. Edited version.

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An original oldie, written for Jackie Wilson and later covered by several others including Brian Hyland, John Fogarty, Michael Jackson and Huey Lewis, along with some information about the icon. I thought I'd try something a little different and veer from making videos that require some thought and imagination. So this is for all those who love the oldies and those who comment on a video saying, "I love this song."

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1962 B -side of Only Love Can Break A Heart

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Rob Thomas's newest Billboard hit He was inspired to write this song as his wife Marisol has been struggling with an autoimmune disorder similar to lupus in which the body attacks itself. Help Rob Thomas SAVE Animals and support his charity by visiting www.sidewalkangelsfoundationauction.com

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This beautiful song comes from the 1998 Songbird album which was released two years after Eva Cassidy's death at the early age of 33. It was written by Christine McVie of Fleetwood Mac.

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Red Velvet Car - performed in Montreal, February 2011

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A short biography on the legendary Sam Cooke with him singing "Bring It On Home To Me." "Bring It On Home to Me" is a 1962 soul song written and recorded by R&B singer-songwriter Sam Cooke. The song was a hit for Cooke and has become a pop standard covered by numerous artists of different genres. It is one of The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll. Cooke's recorded version has Lou Rawls singing responses as an uncredited background singer. This song was featured in the movie, "Ali."

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The most popular version of this song was by country music singer, George Strait. In 1998 it was number one on the Billboard Hot Country Hits. This version is by Jerry Williams who I am not familiar with, but something tells me his version came first. If anyone knows more about this song by Jerry Williams please let me know. The song was also done by John Prine.

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This song is a real oldie, I think from 1948 or 1949. I used photos of John Travolta dressed in drag and Christopher Walken from the movie Hairspray.

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The Reflections was a pop group of the 60s Pop Doo-Wop music era. Just Like Romeo And Juliet was their one-hit single in 1964. They are still performing today throughout the US and Canada touring various Oldies venues.

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Duffy, whose real name is Aimee Anne Duffy is the new Welsh singer, song-writer sensation. She is the first Welsh female to acheive a number one pop single in the past 25 years. Her album, "Rockferry" was released in the US in May of this year and within weeks, Mercy made the Billboard Top 100 and is still on the chart today.

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Toby Keith recorded this song with his daughter,Krystal, who was 17 at the time. Toby and Krystal used to sing this song at home all the time and he thought she had an incredible voice and was happy to record this song with her for his Greatest Hits 2 album.

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"April in Portugal" was written by Raul Ferrão. English lyrics written by Jimmy Kennedy were set to the music, though many of the most popular versions of the song were instrumentals. Charting versions were recorded by the Les Baxter orchestra, by the Richard Hayman orchestra, by the Freddy Martin orchestra, and by Vic Damone. The Les Baxter recording was released by Capitol Records . It first reached the Billboard magazine charts on March 28, 1953 and lasted 22 weeks on the chart, peaking at #2. This video features photos of Portugal and clips from the 2010 TV reality show, The Bachelorette which took place in Lisbon Portugal last week.

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From Seger's 1991 Album, The Fire Inside. Blind Love has a country feeling but without the twang which is why I like it. Scenes in video are from the movie, Peter and Vandy starring James Ritter and Jess Weixler.

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This song was a 1971 number one hit, released on the (Gordy) Motown label. It was the last Temptation single to feature all of the original group members. It was later recorded by the Rolling Stones, Boys II Men, Bette Midler and Gwyneth Paltrow and Babyface.

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Hmm...what can I say about thismulti- talented singer, songwriter, guitarist, pianist and harmonica player? Love ya Del! Keep on rockin' those roadhouse rhythm & blues. I'm looking forward to seeing another great show.

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