Art is the music we make from the bewildered cry of being alive. ~Maria Popova
05 Mar 2012 Leave a comment
in Songs You May Have Missed Tags: cathedrals, jump little children
Jump, Little Children: “Cathedrals” (1998)
In this Carolina band’s earlier incarnation it had more of an Irish sound, thanks to a trip they took to Ireland to gain first-hand knowledge of Irish music. Upon their return and subsequent time spent busking on street corners, their sound became more of an eclectic mix of Irish and American influences. “Cathedrals” isn’t typical of their generally lively sound. But it is their best-known song and most beautiful ballad.
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in Songs You May Have Missed Tags: ballad of the kingsmen, todd snider
Todd Snider: “The Ballad of the Kingsmen” (2004)
Todd Snider ties it all together: out of control kids, Marilyn Manson, war, teen massacre, the hypocrisy of adult role models, and “Louie, Louie”.
See also: https://edcyphers.com/2017/12/09/songs-you-may-have-missed-623/
05 Mar 2012 2 Comments
From 1968. A 23-year old Eric Clapton demonstrates tones and technique with his 1964 Gibson SG Standard guitar.
04 Mar 2012 Leave a comment
Known as the Voice of Baltimore, rapper/dancer Rye Rye may be a lot more familiar to the rest of the world by week’s end. Her new single, “Boom Boom” will be released this Tuesday and it has the sound of a dance floor hit.
The song samples the chorus hook from Dutch Eurodance group Vengaboys’ 1999 hit “Boom, Boom, Boom, Boom”, which was top 10 all over the world except the US (#84). But Rye Rye’s rap verses take it more into Nicki Minaj territory. I think this one’s gonna be big.
04 Mar 2012 Leave a comment
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It may be the most-often imitated album cover of all time. And so many tourists want to do so that Abbey Road Studios has set up a live webcam for you to watch. See that group of 2-4 people standing at the cross walk at midday? They’re most likely waiting to risk their lives to strike the iconic pose.
03 Mar 2012 Leave a comment
My favorite moment: about 2:14 and the line “let me get my things”
Every Moment Has A Song 