Usually, it takes the benefit of hindsight to realize you’re seeing history in the making, the meeting of two monumental forces that will redefine an entire medium of art. But watching Diana Ross sing “Upside Down” in concert, joined by Michael Jackson, it was clear from the start this was the meeting of two powerhouses with too much talent to contain. Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards of Chic fame originally wrote and produced this ’80s disco anthem, with Ross recording it as the lead single for her eleventh studio album, Diana. That autumn, it enjoyed a whole month at the very top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and abroad it enjoyed just as much love. In 1981, Ross performed it onstage as part of her television special, Diana, and was joined by her labelmate, Jackson, and it was a night that still gets people chattering today—because how on Earth do you balance that much talent on one stage, anyway? Diana Ross teamed up with Michael Jackson for a unique performance of “Upside Down” Ross parted ways with the Supremes in 1970, and while it was a shame to break up such a dream team, Ross certainly did well for herself in her solo endeavors, to make the understatement of the millennia. The success of “Upside Down” earned Ross her ninth Grammy nomination, and it’s celebrated at number 80 in Billboard‘s Hot 100 60th Anniversary listing. RELATED: Diana Ross’ Children Celebrate The Legendary Singer On Her 80th Birthday It was a big deal for co-writers Rodgers and Edwards, who once admitted, “Diana Ross was the first big star we ever worked with and we took it very seriously.” The trio chatted for several days so the two could get to know Ross—and that made a world of difference for the legendary Ross. Rodgers explained, “This was the first time in her life somebody cared about who she was; what she was — everyone previously had treated her the way we had treated Sister Sledge — they got her in and said ‘Sing this’. We [took a more personal approach].” Then there’s the team-up between Ross and Jackson. This stage isn’t big enough for all this history being made Diana Ross, December 1971. ph: Ivan Nagy / TV Guide / courtesy Everett Collection To this day, Ross is considered the latest and most enduring blueprint for what it means to be a pop diva, writes Ross megafan Chuck Arnold for The New York Post. In an interview with Arnold and Edwards, the latter pointed to “I’m Coming Out” as the anthem for Ross’s newfound success and her growing role as the face of pop music for the entire medium and for Black America. “I said, ‘Diana, this is gonna be your coming-out song. We think of you as our black queen,” Edwards had said. “And I even wrote a [horn] fanfare. I explained to her that it’s just like when the president comes out and they play ‘Hail to the Chief.'” Who should share the stage with Queen Diana Ross but the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, singing “Upside Down” as these two turned the music landscape upside down. In fact, it’s almost too much to handle. A few versions of this iconic performance exist on YouTube, all with millions of views, and the comments are full of fans of both artists who can’t get enough of their respective favorite pop stars. DIANA, Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, 1981 / Everett Collection Perhaps the most outright declaration of sides came from one comment reading, “It was nice of Diana to warm the crowd up for Michael’s 30 second concert.” In a similar vein, another teased, “Its like once you give MJ the mic he’s not giving it back…. Its his show now lol.” Another, however, praised the moment for what it is and the grace Ross displayed in celebration of music itself, writing, “The fact that Diana just immediately went in the back and was getting down is EVERYTHING !!!!. No jealousy or ego tripping. Just pure love and joy.” Similarly, another cheered, “This is like the best duet EVER. Diana was GETTING IT after he took that mic and she ran off throwing her arms in the air. She is the only one who can pull off dancing in a dress like that, too!!” It seems this song alone is still enough to turn the music world upside down! Michael Jackson and Diana Ross gave a memorable performance singing Upside Down onstage / YouTube screenshot Click for next Article The post Diana Ross Performing “Upside Down” With Michael Jackson Has Too Much Charisma To Handle appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Dana Daly

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In physical form, The Way is in Training is a large book, measuring 11 inches tall and 1-inch thick. Outwardly, it looks more like a technical manual than a book designed to guide aspects of your self-defense proficiency, and that’s likely by design. Once you open the cover, the size of the font and the spacing in paragraphs is also remarkably generous. All of these factors are not a mistake. They are designed for a specific purpose: to make the material as digestible as possible. As a U.S. Army Special Forces combat veteran, former nationally ranked martial arts competitor, and former operational supervisor for a major metropolitan SWAT team, Matthew Little is no stranger to passing along knowledge about firearms, tactics, and combatives. What he’s put together is a bite-sized manual to address parts of life along with how those actions apply to competition shooting and the profession of arms. The 411 This book is an enjoyable read in its format and holistic approach. There’s something to be learned for anyone. He delves into physical training techniques, nutrition for an individual and their goals, shooting drills related to competition and carrying a firearm for work, and many other topics. Whether you sit down and read in large chunks or small snippets as a busy life allows, The Way is in Training can improve your defensive capabilities. “Books” one and two are mind and body. Each book is similar to a chapter, with subsections under each for easy reference as you go along or in the future. These first two books prepare you for the rest of the baseline knowledge you’ll need as you continue reading. As Little says, “I don’t get PTSD, I give it. I’m the carrier.” The right mental and physical state you’ll need to understand is of fundamental importance for the rest of the book to be valid. Delving into topics such as time pressure, emotion and will, and acceptance appear in later material regarding mental preparedness. On the physical side, issues Little deeply understands, such as needs analysis, durability, and longevity are addressed. Without giving anything away, Little has endured a series of events that would’ve crushed lesser men. Books three through five have to do with applying tools and training. This is the meat of the material and includes everything from shooting drills, close contact shooting and grappling tips, and the proper selection of tools for a given mission set. A recurring theme to pay attention to throughout your reading is data usage. Little wisely quotes Thomas Harris saying, “Technique is the religion of the dangerous trades.” Regarding performance-based outcomes, Little demonstrates a deep understanding and a passion for the data used to achieve success as much as the outcome. The application becomes paramount in these three books, and readers will see the fruits of preparing their bodies and minds. Little lays a simple groundwork for success and gives enough information to start that journey. Book six is reflective and deeply important to the other five. Little quotes Robert Heinlein: “A generation who ignores history has no past — and no future.” Books like this are rare. It is imperative not to forget where we have come from as a people and nation. Little understands that fundamentally, and it’s pervasive throughout his writing. This book is a labor of blood, sweat, tears, and, most importantly, love. On these pages, he poured everything he has for readers to use as they will. The Verdict There’s been a resurgence in the desire to read more often and to read works that are more than simple fiction. If you’re someone looking for easily applicable self-improvement tips with an emphasis on preparedness, this book is a great fit. For those in a profession of arms especially, this should be required reading. Gone are the days when men and women must constantly sacrifice their mental and physical well-being for a cause day in and day out. Little lays a solid groundwork for still doing the job at a high level and walking away — rather than wheeling out — at the end of your day. This book is best read when you have time to appreciate small bites of the material at a time and to reflect on them personally after. Little is still imparting wisdom and experience through his training company Greybeard Actual. He continues to host classes nationwide in firearms and tactics, which can be found on his website. He’s also got a solid YouTube channel with various firearms information, drills, and competition videos that are worth your time. Making time in the day is difficult in the modern world. When you can squeeze in a few minutes, The Way is in Training demands your attention. It will be worth its weight in paper, which is not light, and you will be better for applying its wisdom. About the Book Book & Author: The Way is in Training, By Matthew Little Publisher: Independent MSRP: $12 Paperback (Amazon) URL: amazon.com Pages: 439 Rating: Thrive | Survive | Die Read More Subscribe to Recoil Offgrid's free newsletter for more content like this. Book Review: The Citizen Manual Series Book Review: The Guerrilla's Guide to the Baofeng Radio Book Review: The Survival Medicine Handbook Book Review: Scary Smart by Mo Gawdat Book Review: Design Any Disaster Editor's Note: This article has been modified from its original print version for the web. The post Book Review: The Way is in Training appeared first on RECOIL OFFGRID.

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