Be sure to join me, Jumpin’ Zach Flash, for Central New York’s Greatest Hits every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Here are some things you may not know about me. My favorite musician is John Lennon (this explains my round glasses—it's NOT because I am a Harry Potter fan). My favorite John Lennon song has to be “Give Peace a Chance.” My favorite Beatles songs are “Don’t Let Me Down” and “Come Together.” My hobby is photography, and you can see a lot of my work right here on this website—search “Zach’s Weekly Snaps” to check out my photos.
Jumpin' Zach Flash
Zach’s Top 5 Favorite Billy Joel Songs [MUSIC]
Personally, even after all these years in the music business, I don't feel Billy Joel's voice sounds that much different from when he first started in the business. For some singers, you can't say that. Anyway, Billy Joel, who has won countless awards, has given the rock world some unforgettable hits and a definitely unique sound...
Zach’s Top 5 Favorite America Songs [MUSIC]
When I was a kid, I don't know how I found the CD, but "America's Greatest Hits History" was always playing in my car. Even when I was younger (I was born in the 80s), I always liked rock music. And, there was always something about the band "America" that I really, really, liked. Maybe it
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Zach’s Top 5 Favorite Elton John Songs [MUSIC]
With over 250 million records sold and countless awards, Sir Elton John has given this world some of rock's best music. I mean, who can forget "Bennie and the Jets" and "Your Song"? They're some of the best songs ever written. Over the years, Elton John has given us unforgettable songs, so compiling a list of my favorites was a bit difficult. They're
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Zach’s Top 5 Favorite Songs About Cities [MUSIC]
After compiling my Top 5 Favorite Songs About States a few weeks ago, I decided to get a little bit more detailed and look for songs about cities. In my quest, I found quite a few songs about American cities. So, today, I would like to share with you my Top 5 Favorite Songs About Cities
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Zach’s Top 5 Favorite Songs from “Magical Mystery Tour” Album [MUSIC]
In celebration of Oldiez 96.1’s Beatles Weekend, I have decided to dust off my Beatles collection and have a listen. When it comes to the Beatles, how can you pick your favorite song, let alone album, right? I mean, they’re all great. But, I wil
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Zach’s Top 5 Favorite Songs About States [Music]
When you think about rock songs about states, what's the first one to come to mind? Is it Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Sweet Home Alabama"? Or, is it Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young's "Ohio"? Well, there are a bunch of them. And, it wasn't until I sat down and looked through my music collection that I realized there are so many songs about states. So, today, I'd lik
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Zach’s Top 5 Favorite Harry Nilsson Songs [MUSIC]
After watching the documentary “Who is Harry Nilsson? (And Why is Everyone Talkin’ About Him),” I have a better understanding of the man. I knew of his songs, but never about the person—Harry Nilsson. Not only was he a very, very, amazing writer, his songs have really lasted the test of time. Ironically, his most f
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Zach’s Top 4 Favorite Covers of Elton John’s ‘Your Song’ [MUSIC]
‘Your Song,’ released in 1970 on Elton John's self-titled album, has become one of those quintessential love songs. Not only in 2004 did it rank 137 on Rolling Stone's "500 Greatest Songs of All Time," it was called "a near-perfect song" by Bill Janovitz from Allmusic.com. And, that review by Janovitz is a pretty accurate one in my eyes. Not only does the song have a great melo
Zach’s Top 5 Favorite Bob Dylan Songs [MUSIC]
He not only has one of the most recognizable singing voices in the world, his music is purely amazing. His songs are full of poetry and deep meaning--with some calling him the greatest living poet alive today. Bob Dylan is undeniably a living legend
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Zach’s Top 5 Favorite Paul McCartney Songs [MUSIC]
Sir Paul McCartney is an amazing songwriter. He composed some of the best Beatles songs ever written--"Yesterday," "Get Back," "Hello, Goodbye," and the list goes on and on--and, as a solo artist, he wrote some pretty amazing stuff, too. According to Wikipedia, "McCartney is listed in Guinness World Records as the "most successful musician and composer in po
Zach’s Top 5 Favorite George Harrison Songs [MUSIC]
Last week, I brought you my favorite John Lennon songs, and going in order of my favorite former-Beatles members, it's George Harrison's turn. Although George didn't say much, a.k.a the 'quiet Beatle', he spoke volumes with his music. I mean who can forget h
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Zach’s Top 5 Favorite John Lennon Songs [MUSIC]
I should start out by saying that I am a huge Beatles fan. But, I will go on record as saying that I am an even bigger solo John Lennon fan. His views, his style, his music--he was definitely a legend. Now, I must admit I have borrowed his style when it comes to round glasses--I wear a pair of round glasses every day, and they are not to be confused with Harry Potter
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