Magic Bean Random Things Magic beans have always been associated with mystery and fascination. These small seeds have been the subject of many legends and tales, commonly known for their magical properties. One of the most famous stories involving magic beans is the tale of Jack and the Beanstalk. In this story, Jack trades his family's cow for a handful of magic beans. Overnight, these beans grow into a gigantic beanstalk, which leads Jack to a land in the sky filled with treasures and adventure. Apart from folklore and children's stories, magic beans have also found their way into popular culture.
The joy that this Motown music — songs such as “Stop! In the Name of Love,” “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg,” “Heatwave,” “My Girl,” “Tracks of My Tears,” “What’s Goin’ On,” “You Can’t Hurry Love,” “Tears of a Clown,” “Signed Sealed Delivered,” “How Sweet It Is,” and “Heard It Through the Grapevine,” for starters — still evokes, not to mention its universal ability to get people up out of their seats and dancing along, is the utter definition of a classic tune.
Back by popular demand following their vibrant show last May, Los Angeles-based tribute band, The Magical Music of Motown, returns to the Lobero Theatre on Saturday, April 1 for a night that transports audience members back to the radical emulsification of soul, pop, rhythm and blues, and gospel of the 1960s. This is one of those shows where it only took a note or two for almost the entire audience to be able to recognize every song and be ready to sing along.
Apart from folklore and children's stories, magic beans have also found their way into popular culture. The concept of growing a magical plant that can grant wishes or provide extraordinary powers has been depicted in books, movies, and even video games. In addition to their fictional attributes, magic beans have also made their presence known in the real world.
The Magical Music of Motown Strikes a Joyful Chord in Santa Barbara
From the first crowd-pleasing notes of “I’ll Be There” — the Jackson 5 version peppered my early childhood dance parties — to the final chords of “River Deep Mountain High” — an Ike and Tina Turner classic — the seemingly timeless anthems of Motown are truly the comfort food of music. Like auditory pizza or mac and cheese (there are better versions, but there are no bad versions), it’s hard to go wrong with this music.
Lucky for us, the Magical Music of Motown — a “supergroup tribute band” of four singers and seven musicians (some of whom played with the original Motown crew of artists) — overwhelmingly gets it right, which is why their return to the Lobero Theatre has become an annual tradition for many fans. This is one of those shows where it only took a note or two for almost the entire audience to be able to recognize every song and be ready to sing along. In fact I had several moments of thinking, “This should really be our next karaoke night playlist.”
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While I can’t really speak to the authenticity of their reportedly faithful recreations of performances by Motown legends, collectively, this team of longtime pros has played or recorded with huge names like Stevie Wonder; The Temptations; the Jacksons; The Supremes; Martha Reeves and the Vandellas; Marvin Gaye; Four Tops; Gladys Knight; Earth, Wind & Fire; Isaac Hayes; and Aretha Franklin, and their ease with the material is obvious.
The joy that this Motown music — songs such as “Stop! In the Name of Love,” “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg,” “Heatwave,” “My Girl,” “Tracks of My Tears,” “What’s Goin’ On,” “You Can’t Hurry Love,” “Tears of a Clown,” “Signed Sealed Delivered,” “How Sweet It Is,” and “Heard It Through the Grapevine,” for starters — still evokes, not to mention its universal ability to get people up out of their seats and dancing along, is the utter definition of a classic tune.
Many of these catchy melodies were first defined by the reverb effect Motown created by pumping tracks through an echo chamber long before computers and synthesizers existed, but the reverb at the Lobero last week didn’t need any kind of amplification or alteration — it was simply the sounds of the crowd, singing along to the soundtrack of their lives.
Back by popular demand following their vibrant show last May, Los Angeles-based tribute band, The Magical Music of Motown, returns to the Lobero Theatre on Saturday, April 1 for a night that transports audience members back to the radical emulsification of soul, pop, rhythm and blues, and gospel of the 1960s.
Some species of beans, such as the Mucuna pruriens, contain a chemical called L-DOPA, which can be used to treat Parkinson's disease. This discovery has led to further research on the medicinal properties of beans and their potential in various treatments. Magic beans are not limited to just one type of plant. They can be found in various forms, shapes, and sizes. Some are colorful and vibrant, while others may have unique patterns or markings. This diversity adds to their allure and mystique, making them even more enticing to those who come across them. Symbolically, magic beans are often associated with growth and potential. They represent the idea that something small and seemingly insignificant can transform into something extraordinary. Just like in the story of Jack and the Beanstalk, magic beans remind us that with a little bit of belief and effort, great things can be achieved. In conclusion, magic beans are not only a product of our imagination but also hold a place in reality. Their enchanting qualities and versatile nature have captivated our minds for centuries. Whether in stories or in scientific research, magic beans continue to inspire and remind us of the limitless possibilities that lie within the world around us..
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