Monthly Archives: July 2010

Song of the Day: “Chicago” – Sufjan Stevens

Sorry I’ve been lacking in my posting.  For right now I’m just going to post one of my all time favorite songs by Mr. Sufjan Stevens.  Enjoy.    

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Song of the Day: “Tobacco Road”

I must admit I hadn’t heard this song until I watched the season premiere of Mad Men the other night.  Perhaps because I love early garage rock, or just the way in which the song was used I immediately went … Continue reading

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Willie Nelson Pt. 2

I seem to have misplaced my USB cord to unload my pictures.  Pictures plus review coming soon.  I swear.

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Willie Nelson

Saw Willie Nelson on Sunday Night.  Awesome show.  Pictures and such coming later.

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Song of the Day: “Steal My Sunshine” – Len

I’m going to forgo my “serious music snob” status for a day and post this song.  I’m really unsure of how I like this song.  Do I like it ironically?  (Being somewhat of a hipster – the answer is almost … Continue reading

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Song of the Day: “How Soon is Now?” – The Smiths

Is there ever a song with a more sinister opening guitar line?  You know right from the start, that this a dark song.  Then Johnny Marr’s over-dubs on a siren-like guitar cut through – cut through your soul – creating … Continue reading

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Song of the Day: “I Don’t Believe You (She Acts Like We Never Have Met” – Bob Dylan

It’s not one of Bob Dylan’s major works, but “I Don’t Believe You (She Acts Like We Never Have Met)” ranks among my favorites of his.  Like may songs on Another Side of Bob Dylan, the song deals with Dylan’s … Continue reading

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Song of the Day: “When Doves Cry” – Prince

Without a doubt, “When Doves Cry” is one of the best singles (and songs) of the 1980s.  It sounds conventional because it’s been played so many times, but a dance-hall track that starts out with a guitar, has no bass-line, … Continue reading

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Song of the Day: “Here Comes Your Man” – Pixies

According to my Itunes stats, I’ve played “Here Comes Your Man” 146 times.  It’s not my absolute favorite song, but I consider it one of my “go-to” songs.  It’s utter-bliss power-pop.  It’s also unusual and not akin to the Pixies’ … Continue reading

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Song of the Day: “Heat Wave”

I don’t know about anyone else, but it is has been scorching here in Baltimore lately.  Today I’m showcasing two different versions of “Heat Wave” by Holland-Dozier-Holland and popularized by Martha Reeves & The Vandellas.  For my money, it’s one … Continue reading

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