S.O.D. "You Got Good Taste" by The Cramps
1/9/2024 Punk rock is certainly an acquired taste. If you enjoy this genre, then yes, you got good taste.
S.O.D. "These Old Black and White Movies Were True" by Eugene McGuiness
1/8/2024 One single, “Fonz” was released from this self titled debut album, which met with positive reviews, and should certainly be listened to. The album falls under the single genre of postpunk revival. See what else you can find. The English singer, songwriter and musician has been active since 2007.
S.O.D. "Velvet Snow" by Kings of Leon
1/7/2024 This is not a released single, from the alternative rock group’s, second studio album, “AHA Shake Heartbreak” released in 2004. The now, multi-genre family group has received 20 awards, and are the first artists to sell an album, newly released, in the form of a cryptocurrency. This is a non-fungible token to be exact, that can contain music, art, and other surprises.
S.O.D. "Love Song to a Stranger" by Joan Baez
1/6/2024 She is still with us at 82, and well worth any of our time to sit down for the read. Baez has been just as popular, if not more for interpreting other artists songs, as well as her own compositions. She has recorded songs in six other languages and is fluent in Spanish.
S.O.D. "I Should've Known" by Aimee Mann
1/5/2024 This alternative rock artist, from Richmond, VA. has been active since 1980. She has released 10 studio albums, 30 singles and other works. Much of her music is fairly intense.
S.O.D. "I'm Gonna Sit Right Down and Write Myself a Letter" by Fats Waller
1/4/2024 Waller was the first to bring this popular standard to light in 1935. It has been recorded many times, and features music by Jack Ahlert, and lyrics by Joe Young. One could certainly sit down and write a letter to this bubbly tune.
S.O.D. "Don't Call Me a Hero" by Jeff Batson
1/3/2024 This Nashville based singer songwriter is an up-and-coming favorite. People just love the way he sings a song, and they are drawn to the subject matter. The firefighting community is warming up to this tune.
S.O.D. "Sweet Georgia Brown" by Anita O' Day
1/2/2024 Anita Belle Colton was one of a kind for sure. She single-handedly reshaped the image of the female vocalist, never doing or dressing as expected.
S.O.D. "Don't Stop Believin'" by Journey
1/1/2024 Remember that things can always get better. It takes a bit of effort, but only you can decide to make that move. Be Inspired, and have fun moving into ‘24.
S.O.D. "New Dawn Fades" by Joy Division
12/31/2024 Post punk and gothic rock, always joyful, combine in this 1979 released single. You will hear two guitars, a rare move by the group, one clean, and one distorted. The tune has found its way into a few films. The English group was active from 1976-1980.
S.O.D. "Valley of the Mind's Eye" by Thomas Dolby
12/30/2023 Having to do with four art films, all being released in the 1990s, and employing a different composer for each one.
S.O.D. "All Around the World" by Little Willie John
12/29/2023 Popular during the 50s and early 60s, William Edward John recorded ample hit songs. His most successful, “Fever,” was released by many artists, including Beyoncé and Madonna. John took a wrong turn in life, and was with us a little more than 30 years. An album was released posthumously, as well as inductions into four music halls of fame, including the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, with the honors hosted by Stevie Wonder.
S.O.D. "My Best Friend" by Jefferson Starship
12/28/2023 This 1967 pop/country single was written by then drummer, Skip Spence. He left the band before the album came out. The song received positive criticism from a few sources, with Rolling Stone calling it “a country charmer.”
S.O.D. "Pass the Kouchie" by Mighty Diamonds
12/27/2023 Lots of people do this during the holidays. Especially in Jamaica. We just missed these guys. They disbanded in 2022 after the death of two of their members. They were a reggae, vocal trio, which means there’s one left. 36 studio albums, and many other works were released, with their most popular showing up in 1976 in the form of their debut album, “Right Time.” Out of Kingston, Jamaica, the trio got their start in 1969.
S.O.D. "Christmas Boogie" by The Davis Sisters
12/26/2023 Enjoy this 1953 boogie version of “Twas the Night Before Christmas.” The Davis sisters, Skeeter, and Betty Jack, who were not related, but had the same last name, were active between 1947-1956.
S.O.D. "There's No Place Like Home For the Holidays" by The Carpenters
12/25/2023 What an incredible voice this artist has. I say “has” because we can hear her at a button’s push. Merry Christmas!! Make it Beautiful❤️🥂
S.O.D. "Christmas Don't Be Late" by Norah Jones
12/24/2023 From her 8th studio album, “I Dream of Christmas,” released in 2021. The album charted in 12 countries, and came in at #4 on Billboard’s Top Holiday Albums chart, and Top Jazz Albums Chart. Amy Grant released a version, as did the animated, fantasy shrilling vocal trio, The Chipmunks. The Chipmunks have the most popular version. How does that happen. We have already begun listening to this beautiful music.
12/23/2023
Many moons ago in 1967 these two were married and recording songs. I guess it was not meant to be, but yes, the beat definitely goes on.
S.O.D. "Side With the Seeds" by Wilco
12/22/22023 Be on the side of Mother Earth, Treasure, and preserve that which should be treasured and preserved. Can you dig it? Rock on!!!
S.O.D. "Soldier" by Fleurie and Tommee Profitt
12/21/2023 Lauren Strahm (Fleurie) has been writing songs since age 11, and did not make this known until she was 17. The singer songwriter, pianist, and record producer from Michigan has enjoyed many media spots with quite a few songs. She has collaborated with multi instrumentalist and record producer Tommee Profitt on a few compositions. Do yourself a favor and free up some spaces for Fleurie on your daily playlist.