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"Chapter one, he adored New York City..."

The first few notes are some of the most iconic sounds we will ever know as humans. On this cold, rainy evening, this piece of music captures everything about the weather, the city, the news all in mere moments.

Tied in the opening sequence of Woody Allen's infamous film, Manhattan, (one of my favourite movies) the rain doesn't look so bad after all.

"Rhapsody in Blue" by George Greshwin. Enjoy.

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In all my excitement of hearing frontman of band Outkast, Andre 3000, will be portraying icon Jimi Hendrix in a new biopic about the late singer, my original intention was to make a classic, 1960's rock playlist.

However, the magic of these online streaming music websites is they lead you to artists and sounds you've never of heard before.

A few hours and a lot of music later, I now have a playlist which was inspired by Hendrix, yet features none of his foxey tunes.

Can't wait for the outdoor festivals and music performances this summer in the city and beyond...keeping my fingers crossed I have the funds and time to fit it all in.

PS check back tomorrow for my second "Dances of the Week" vlog. Got some good ones!