A Belgian producer of modern drum’ n’ bass gives us today’s Free Friday Favorite. The original version has a lovely soft 22 seconds in the beginning for us to cue an intense and driving flat road at 87 bpm and 4:10. The free Sound Cloud version is also 87 bpm but goes immediately into an intense and driving flat and is 2:56 long.
Choices abound- use the free track flat in your profile where you’ve already set the tone and expectations, and don’t need cueing time- just a driving and motivating force. If you want a little ‘talk time’ and then the force; go for the original version of ‘Come Alive’ by Netsky from his self-titled 2010 album.
Here is the original version:
There is a limit to many things…but not this song!
In the last few weeks, I have been asking my class to bring themselves to the point where they are willing to work from, and then add 20 watts. We then hold those watts for the ENTIRE class, regardless of the terrain. It has proven to be quite a challenge and has eliminated any notions that consistent aerobic base work is ‘easy’!
This is a great medium grade climb that allows for reflection and hard, concentrated work. The original version by this English electronic music producer and singer-songwriter is 70 rpm’s and 4:37. Here is James Blake — Limit To Your Love from his self-titled album:
I love this funky band from Belgium. Their sound is a nice mixture of electronica/alternative and rock. The original version of this week’s FF is at 90 rpm’s and is 3:44. I also found a smooth re-mix for this week’s Free Friday Favorite that is 6:34.
You’ll have to let me know which one you like for your class. I‘ve been using the longer re-mix version as the last flat push before my cool down and a few members have asked what the song is (I always take that as a good sign).
Enjoy Hooverphonic’s ‘Mad About You’, from their The Magnificent Tree album:
I've been trying to find a movie for “date night” and heard this awesome track from Snow Patrol I wanted to share with you. It's from the movie Epic. Not right for movie night, but looks cool for a Red Box rental in the future.
Big gear. Big pedals. It could have easily been the soundtrack for Peter Kennaugh's huge effort in the Tour today, chasing down the break over the top of Port de Pailh̬res and then dragging team leader (and stage winner) Chris Froome down the back side. At times he simply rode away from everyone, even his own team. I had the privilege of interviewing his father Peter Kennaugh Sr. back on Podcast #234 and I'm sure this was a proud day for him Рalthough Jr's winning a gold medal at last year's Olympics was probably a special day for any father who's also an accomplished cycling coach.
Macy’s playlist is the gift that keeps on giving. There are many old theme songs on it from days gone by (Bewitched, My Three Sons, Miami Vice…quite a mix!) In keeping with those things that are fun and familiar, this week’s Free Friday Favorite is an old recognizable theme song. In fact, the intro guitar rift from Isaac Haye’s Theme from Shaft is one of the most recognizable in the world. The free download is 4:41, with rpm’s at 61. This pairs nicely with last week’s Friday Favorite by Marvin Gaye. I am putting Marvin’s first and the more intense Theme from Shaft second for us to build intensity on a steep climb.
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How is it that these ancient rock stars have 20 year old hair? Just asking…
Last week there were a bunch of notifications that Spotify now offers what looks like the whole catalog of Eagles music – or at least all the well known tracks.
Being of that 70's vintage, I don't remember being very focused on the Eagles… they were just always there on the album rock stations I would typically listen to. Even though I had multiple chances to see them live, I never did. Better to save my money for the next time Jethro Tull, Black Sabbath, Elvis Costello, The Cars or (I hate to admit) Kiss came to town.
But as I revisit many of the Eagles hits, I'm struck with how many I can sing privately along with. Last winter my buddy Craig borrowed me his DVD of the The Eagles – Farewell 1 Tour – Live From Melbourne These guys are/were supremely talented and this concert makes for a great two hour endurance class. You can get that DVD shipped free from Amazon with the 30 day free trial for Amazon Prime they are promoting for the month of July. I've posted before how Prime has changed my life by saving me untold time and stress. Just yesterday I found myself thinking I needed to drive across town to get a part for my kid's Honda scooter. But caught myself and instead I did the one-click thing with Prime and I'll have it tomorrow for less than what the dealer would charge and zero shipping or wasted time.
Here's my John's Eagles to use playlist of future Eagles tracks I intend to use in the future. It includes;
I've got a women in a Wednesday class I've been subbing for the last month. She walks in 10 minutes late, with her hands covering her ears, complaining about the music volume. I don't normally play my class very loud, but today I just may with Eagles — Victim Of Love cued up and ready for her to waltz in 🙂
These guys are/were supremely talented and this concert makes for a great two hour endurance class. You can get that DVD shipped free from Amazon with the