It is the 21st of September so you know what that means?
Earth, Wind, & Fire Day!
If there’s a better band, I don’t know who it is. I hope your 21st of September is memorable.
“Do you remember, 21st night of September?”
Category: Music
Fascist Architecture – Bruce Cockburn
Writing briefly about John Prine yesterday made me think of other singer-songwriters I have enjoyed. Canadian artist Bruce Cockburn immediately came to mind. There are many songs by Cockburn I could choose to highlight but I picked this one – Fascist Architecture from the Humans album.
I have always felt calmed by this verse:
Bloody nose and burning eyes
Raised in laughter to the skies
I’ve been in trouble but I’m okay
Been through the wringer but I’m okay
Walls are falling and I’m okay
Under the mercy and I’m okay
I have a diverse group of readers. Any Cockburn fans out there? If so, post favored songs in the comments.
Image: Bruce Cockburn performing at the City Stages festival in Birmingham, Alabama, United States. Janet Spinas Dancer – Author.
John Prine, R.I.P.
Singer-songwriter John Prine died today of complications of COVID-19. His songs were covered by numerous artists and he was admired by Bob Dylan and discovered by Kris Kristofferson. My favorite Prine song was recorded by Bonnie Raitt (among others) – Angel from Montgomery:
Readers who are fans, leave your favorite Prine song in the comments.
John Prine, R.I.P.
O Come, O Come Emmanuel – Merry Christmas 2017
Once again, a wonderful performance.
Recorder artist Victoria Rigel plays two recorders at once in this 2008 version of O Come, O Come Emmanuel with yours truly on the guitar. She adds the second recorder at the beginning of the second verse.
Audible Waters – We Three Kings 2017
In what has become a tradition around Christmas, I am again posting a selection from Audible Waters, a music project involving frequent commenter R. Jesperson. Here is Audible Waters’ video of their version of We Three Kings.
Enjoy and Merry Christmas Eve!
Precious Memories – Alan Jackson
As usual, I have been soaking in Christmas music during December. Also, as usual, this brings back memories of playing and listening to music throughout my life. The first song I recall singing in church was Precious Memories. I sang it in a quartet with my future wife, future father-in-law, and another friend from the church. I still love the simple harmonies and serene lyrics of this song and I really enjoy this simple version by Alan Jackson and hope you do as well.
Spoonman – Chris Cornell, RIP
I was sad to hear about the untimely death of Soundgarden front man Chris Cornell apparently by suicide. His talent was undeniable and many of the songs he crafted came from a special creative place. I believe Spoonman is in the top ten rock songs of all time.
[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T0_zzCLLRvE[/youtube]
I pray his family can find peace.
REM – It's The End Of The World As We Know It
This song seems appropriate for today’s Inauguration Day festivities.
[youtube]https://youtu.be/Z0GFRcFm-aY[/youtube]
And then there is the Steven Colbert version (with Michael Stipe and James Franco), It’s The End Of The Year As We Know It.
[youtube]https://youtu.be/8brH1kdAySw[/youtube]
One Player Plays O Come, O Come Emmanuel on Two Recorders – Merry Christmas!
Audible Waters – We Three Kings
Last year on Christmas day, I posted audio of Audible Waters, a music project involving frequent commenter R. Jesperson. Recently, AW put together a clever video of their version of We Three Kings. Enjoy and Merry Christmas!
[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIjX1jy1Z90[/youtube]