Monday, July 19, 2010

"Symphonies" Dan Black


















This song has been on every one of my playlists this summer... and rightfully so.

"Symphonies" Dan Black

Sunday, July 18, 2010

"Minstrel's Prayer" Cartel

 















This song brings me back to summer after senior year at SCAHS. Still a solid listen.

"Minstrel's Prayer" Cartel

Saturday, July 17, 2010

"Beautiful Mistake" Rob Blackledge

















This picture may be a little deceiving. Although Rob is proficient on piano, he also plays a mean guitar. I think I most enjoy this song because it starts out with just guitar and vocals: raw and uncluttered.

"Beautiful Mistake" Rob Blackledge

Friday, July 16, 2010

Thursday, July 15, 2010

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

"Waterfalls" TLC

 
















Although I realize the metaphorical meaning of this song, I can't help but envision someone literally chasing waterfalls when I sing along to the chorus. This guest selection c/o BJN.

"Waterfalls" TLC

Tuesday, July 13, 2010

"Grace is Gone" Dave Matthews Band

















It's about time DMB made the blog. This song's subject matter isn't much different than yesterday's. I promise it's not "somber song week".

"Grace is Gone" Dave Matthews Band

Monday, July 12, 2010

"Your New Twin Sized Bed" Death Cab for Cutie


















Although they're not uplifting, the lyrics of this song are brilliant - like most of Death Cab's work. After having been essentially off of the radar for over a year now, I suspect a fresh new album is right around the corner.

"Your New Twin Sized Bed" Death Cab for Cutie

Friday, July 9, 2010

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

"Candy Everybody Wants" 10,000 Maniacs

















I love this song's soft groove and the backup saxes/horns. Perfect for casual driving, especially during the early 90's. Just keep it in mind. Also, chances are you will recognize the vocalist. Natalie Merchant, before her solo career, was the lead singer of 10,000 Maniacs.

"Candy Everybody Wants" 10,000 Maniacs

Sunday, July 4, 2010

"Gonna Make You Love Me" Ryan Adams

 















Ryan Adam's "Gold" album cover is about all of the Independence Day patriotism I could muster. Well, I tried.

"Gonna Make You Love Me" Ryan Adams

Saturday, July 3, 2010

"Lost Without U" Robin Thicke

 
















In all fairness, Robin's dad, Alan Thicke, is not a recording artist. However, I felt that it was worth noting the successful and stylized R & B singer son of a Growing Pains star.

"Lost Without U" Robin Thicke

Friday, July 2, 2010

"Time To Move" Crosby Loggins (feat. John Mayer)

 
















Making it in the music biz is a lot more feasible when your dad is Kenny Loggins. Oh, and getting John Mayer to throw in some background vocals doesn't hurt.
 
"Time To Move" Crosby Loggins

Thursday, July 1, 2010

"This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)" Natalie Cole


















Natalie, daughter of one of my favorite jazz vocalists Nat "King", had quite the career herself. "This Will Be" is currently her most well known hit and one I"m a big fan of, but I felt obligated to include a bonus song today: a tender duet of Natalie with her father. Simply magical.

"This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)" Natalie Cole

BONUS: "Unforgettable" Natalie Cole (feat. Nat "King" Cole)

Wednesday, June 30, 2010

"Hallelujah" Rufus Wainwright


















Rufus, son of Loudon (of "Dead Skunk" fame), is most well known for his ability to cover a song. Three Shrek movies later, I'm beginning to be able to listen to this Leonard Cohen remake again and truly enjoy it for the first time since the height of its popularity.

"Hallelujah" Rufus Wainwright