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    Housekeeping Note

    My friends, I am in dire need of a rest.  I’ve been on the road for a few weeks now, and the joints are going a bit sore.  I will resume posting after August 17, after I celebrate making it to 54 years.  See you soon!

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    Steven Michael Shore (1943-2024)

    In the about section, you will see two names referenced as being responsible for Music You Need To Hear: myself and Steven Michael Shore.  I met Steven in 1991 along with my brother, Ralph, and my friend, Brian, as we studied at a place called Trebas Institute after I had left Chino Police Department wondering what my next career step would be. Steven was somewhat larger than life by reputation (though you wouldn’t know it by talking with him), having worked with a couple of bands who left a sizeable mark on the new wave scene, as well as having…