Wikipedia page recommendation: Al Bowlly

 Al Bowlly is the man who sings the song at the end of the Shining (Midnight the Stars and You). 

Born at the turn of the 20th century, Bowlly had a lovely voice and also a lovely face (see below). 



So I personally recommend the magic of Al Bowlly, however, if that crusty old music isn't for you I still recommend his Wikipedia page. 

Man had a 'series of odd jobs in South Africa, including barber and jockey.' And that's just the first line! What a life that must've been. Jockeying as a side hustle to fund your music career. I had a job washing dishes at in a hotel to fund my attempt to enter the world of marketing. I'm hoping for Aaron Paul to play me in the movie but we'll see. 
He also shredded on guitar too because of course he did. I wont spoil the wiki for you but it sure has a wild ending. 

That's it!
(the editor) Dan.

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