Stepping outside she is free

I'm not feeling "it" today. I'm sick. Still.
I can go for some laid back music. Here's a great Beatles (McCartney) song done by two of my favorite singers; Harry Nilsson and Esther Ofarim. You have probably heard of Nilsson, if not look him up for God's sake, but most have not heard of Israeli sing Esther Ofarim. Not only is she a fox but she can blow! She has amazing pipes but more so she is able to feel the lyrics and bring emotion into each performance. I had once posted her version of Randy Newman's 'In Germany Before the War' which shows her great emotion and interpretation. Here she is followed by Nilsson performing She's Leaving Home:

You've got me sewed up like a pillow case

It's been a long week but it's Friday and we can put ourselves in neutral for a bit. Relax and have a good weekend. Here's Link wray to help you get where you're going...

Now I've been smiling lately, thinking about the good things to come

I'm sitting at my cube thinking about the weekend. I still have things to unpack. I also have to clean, mow the lawn and tonight I play a show with my new band. Oh and it's the 4th of July on Sunday! Maybe my wife and I will break down and buy a grill and cook some meat in honor of America!
I'm trying to think of an appropriate song to post for the holiday weekend. Cat Stevens wrote a song called Peace Train. It's a great song with a good message. I found an amazing performance to show you and I couldn't think of a better time to post it. Have a peaceful Fourth of July!



and the world would be a better place if we were all fans of Hitchcock.

Now it's gonna feel good just to get back home

You said it Terry. It is going to feel good to get home!

Faith to Arise - Terry Reid

I was a willow last night in my dream

It's the weekend. Almost. I guess the weekend doesn't start until we get out of work today. Well, if that's the case I'm going to help you get there faster. How about Heart tearing through a version of Crazy on You? I mean, like they blew every Midnight Special performance away with this one! This song will set a good pace for the weekend. Plus Ann Wilson is a fox!! Big time! ...and man, she can sing.

Scaring the nation with their guns and ammunition

Happy belated Father's day to all of you Dad's out there. I read that Chicago had over 40 shootings yesterday. What is wrong with people? It's father's day - have some respect! I don't need to hear those sirens wailing while I’m in my backyard playing badminton. Enough with the guns and ammunition!

Junior Murvin with Police and Thieves!

And now we're full of energy

Sometimes there is nothing better than listeneing to Kraftwerk. I hope you're in the mood because you're about to hear some! Electronic music sure has come a long way since these dudes pioneered it in the 70's. And, when I say it's come a long way, I mean it will never be this good again.

The Robots (Die Roboter)

We, we will skate across the surface of the storm as if we're wheeling sea-birds.

It's nasty outside. Luckily, I had time to mow the lawn today before the storm. I listened to XTC's 'English Settlement' as I mowed. It's a fantastic album! Colin Moulding comes up with some of the best (pop music) bass lines this side of Paul McCartney. I always loved his song writing as well. Here's his song; Ball and Chain from English Settlement:



Andy Partridge's songs in general took a while to grow on me; but when I turned around I really understood what I was missing. Especially on English Settlement. Here's a cool live version of Yacht Dance from the same album.

Be safe and have a great weekend!

He is the god of nothing

A lot of people talk shit about Jethro Tull but they have obviously not heard their first 5 albums. They're fantastic. Yes, they're a rock band with a flutist. Big deal! Take a look (and listen) to the live video below from 1970. This is a band that not only has amazing musicianship but a band that is also possessed by the music. It's as if Ian Anderson is channeling some drunken beast man when he puts his lips on the flute. I was about to fast forward through the solo he takes midway through the song but I’m glad I didn't. He's a madman and it's great! This is My God by Jethro Tull.

(skip to 1:05 to get past all the talking)



PS - Is that drummer amazing? Yes. Yes he is. His name is Clive Bunker.

Today I passed you on the Street

Okay, I just wrote up this nice post and it turns out the jackhole who posted the song, disabled embedding. The video was the only (non) live version and all the live versions were taken from a damn phone! Listen, I don't care that you saw the band! I don't need you to post some terrible video that is barely visible and sounds like me at 5 years old playing with my Fischer Price tape recorder! Also, why would you disable embedding of a video that you have no rights to! It's not your music. It's online, why not let people enjoy it!
Rant over.

I do however always have a backup plan...let me blow your mind with I Can't Help It By Hank Williams with Anita Carter:

Nowhere to go but back to sleep

I've had a ton of songs running in my head lately but can't seem to make a decision on which to play for you! Peace Like a River by Paul Simon is a standout from his first solo album. When I listen to this song on a day like today it seems to fit perfect. What do you think:



Monday BONUS Songs!

You know he's Fat Lenny

...Not sure why but this song just works today!

Fat Lenny by Ween:

Put your smile on my face

I'm still without internet at home so I apologize for the sporadic posts. It's Wednesday and it's crappy outside. Not much to talk about...

Here's Grey Day by Zoot Woman:

Never the rose without the prick

I feel great today! For once, I can actually see the sun when I wake up in the morning. I love my new house! The sun shines in everywhere. I used to wake to darkness and a sliver of light but now I have this guiding light reminding me to feel good…and it’s a 3 DAY WEEKEND!!

Everything will be cool

I'm back! Sorry for the delay but I have been crazy busy. I moved this weekend and can now officially consider myself a homeowner. I was going to get literal and post a song like "Our House" by Madness but I thought better of that. Today just seems like a good day for Todd Rundgren. So first let's enjoy a great version of Sometimes I don't Know What to Feel:



Now check out your boy on guitar with Black Maria:



and just because I love this song here is I Saw the Light:

There's trouble every day

It's just one of those days. In fact, I have a feeling it's going to be one of those weeks. I'm packing, moving, shopping, cleaning, painting, driving and working and it just seems like it will never stop. Something goes wrong every day but hey, we all just need to stay positive. Right? So with that said, here is Trouble Every Day by The Tindersticks.

Pass the bottle, Friday rules! Friday rules okay!

Not much to say, it's Friday and the sun is shining!



Man, Graham Maby can play the hell out of that bass! One of my favorite bass players of all time. He played on all of Joe Jackson's good albums. Speaking of good Joe Jackson albums, I'd really like to hear something from Night and Day. How about you?



...have a great weekend!

When the armies of emotion go out to fight

Yet another crumby day in Chicago. The rain has stopped but it's still miserable outside. I had a million Nick Drake songs running through my head this morning but I think I’ll go with an old standby for me: The Cello Song.

We dream of a ship that sails away

It's another slow moving, rainy day in Chicago. Though that does make this the perfect day for one of my favorite Brian Eno songs: Spider and I.

That's why i love mankind...

It's miserable out there today. On a day like this Randy Newman's cynical lyrics and sad music is a great companion for the dark moody sky. Here is God's Song



In Germany Before the War is another depressing song but this one is not about how God doesn't care about mankind; it's about a child murderer. This is a truly haunting song and an amazing performance.



Another sad one. This one is about water, somewhat fitting for today. Louisiana 1927:





...Bonus Song - Esther Ofarim, an amazing Isreali singer covering In Germany Before the War

He acts while other men just talk

Damn! I keep posting late in the day and for that I apologize. Anyhoo, I hope that you had a good day. Here is Tom Jones to make everything a little bit better!



and here's the studio version for good measure:

You've never been this high before

My last post was my 50th! I guess I didn't realize. I won't get excited until I reach my 100th and on that day we will have a special song, I'm sure of it. But honestly, every song I post is special.
Today is a crumby day! For starters I’m at work and I’ve been here since 8am! It's freezing, raining and windy outside! Today is the type of day that you don't even leave the house. So go on, stay on the couch in your sweatpants and enjoy it! While you're at it, enjoy Cheap Trick with Heaven Tonight

I hear it in my head real low

It's a little late but there's nothing wrong with a little night music!
Turn Into by the Yeah Yeah Yeahs:

Have you heard the new Stones song?

It's from their rarely opened vault. A song that didn't make it on Exile on Main Street? Yes please!

And sometimes I ride on bus X-82. Say what?

Sorry that I was MIA yesterday, I hope that you got through your day without me. It's only Tuesday but hey, Lost is on tonight and word on the street is that my old lady is making a meatloaf! I think today will be a fine day. How about a little a little Culture today? Here is the titular song from their album Two Sevens Clash.

Yesterday I got so old

This week has been dragging but alas it's Friday! I get to be an adult this weekeend and fix stuff in my newly purchased home. Yup, I'm getting old and responsible. I have the perfect song for that...

Let's count the rings around my eyes

So, it's Thursday. It's warm and it is windy. It's not Friday. I'm bored.
Anyway, here are the Replacements with I Will Dare off of their seminal album Let it Be.

What are they saying in the public bazaar?

I'm sorry for not posting anything this week. My wife and I closed on a house Monday and yesterday was spent playing catch up at work. I'm sorry to neglect you all! All is well in the world. I have a house, a job, a loving wife and a beautiful cat. Oh, and the weather is great! Could someone ask for more? I doubt it.
…I've been keeping this one on reserve for a special occasion. Here is Inoculated City by The Clash:

It's about time for something new

Alright, I got some good news this week and I'm feeling pretty damn good! Let's just chill today with Shuggy. Enjoy, Aht Uh Mi Hed

Tra la la, la la la la

Hope you're having a good day so far!!

Will U accept my tears 2 pay the fare?

To be honest, I'm still grooving on this Talking Heads song from Friday. I'm waiting on some news and that's the only thing I can think about! BUT, I don't want to let anyone down, here's today's song.

We're goin' boom, boom, boom and that's the way we live

Today can be a good day if you want it to be. This could be a great weekend if you want it to be. I will help with an amzing song that was never released on a talking Heads album but only performed live for the concert film Stop Making Sense. What a Day That Was was actually written by David Byrne and appeared on his score for the Twyla Tharp dance piece, The Catherine Wheel.

I'd be lost if not for you

It's another beautiful day in Chicago - Here's a little George Harrison to help you enjoy it!

If Not For You

Have another sweet my dear

I think it's the time of year where I break out the Sparks albums! The sun is out, the air is crisp and it's warm! I've been looking online to find a version of their song Barbecutie because it would be perfect for today but alas I cannot find one! So instead let's enjoy the Mael Brothers (the two main guys in the band are bro's) at their peak in 1974 live on the German Show Musikladen. If you haven't heard them, prepare to be amazed!

Sparks playing their song B.C.



the song that got me into Sparks back in high school - This Town Aint Big Enough for the Both of Us



Something for the Girl With Everything...another doozy of a song! These guys were just churning out amazing songs around this time!



Finally let's slow the pace with an absolutely beautiful version of their song; Never Turn Your Back on Mother Earth

My eyes are black holes and I'm burning away

It's Tuesday and if you're like me you are stuck at work. I'll be behind this desk physically but my mind is on the highway. I'm traveling the desolate and cold roads of America. No human contact, only dust. I'm running away from the troubled miles I've travelled. I'm a Ghost on the Highway.

Would you like to join me? Then listen to Ghost on the Highway by the great Gun Club.

I received your message in full a few days ago

It's a good day. It's Monday but you know what, it's still a good day. Let's start this week with New Order. Their song Age of Consent is the type of song that is very upbeat but I get emotional every time I listen to it. Just some great songwriting I suppose. Enjoy!

I can't decide!

I've been struggling to find the right song today. I must have decided on 4 or 5different songs and continued to move on to another. I think I'm sold on 10th Avenue Freeze Out by the Boss. But I still feel like I should go back to something I had decided on earlier. How about this, we'll start with Springsteen and then I'll take you through the songs I also had in mind. Leave a comment and let me know which song you think is appropriate.



So I was also thinking that it could be a chill, relaxing weekend and that could be ushered in by the man, Willie Nelson.



Another song I wanted to post was a upbeat tune called Lonely Weekends by Charlie Rich. Great song with Elvis-like vocals but the lyrics were kind of a drag. Either way the vibe is right and he does mention the weekend.



Ray Charles playing a Johnny Cash song, that's all I needed to hear. But again, I wasn't so sure the laid back soul sound of this one was right for today. Any way you slice it, this is a great performance!



Let me know which one you chose to be your song of the day. Oh, and have a great weekend!

And an overzealous hand

Let's go dancing in the streets today. No? Okay, let's watch people dancing in the streets. Either way, it feels like that kind of day.

Jarvis Cocker previously of Pulp performing in the streets his song, Angela from his most recent album produced by Steve Albini...who is a genius. Have a good day!

There's definitely something going on upstairs

Nick Cave's 15 Feet of Pure White Snow was a good choice today but the only good version I could find had the embedding disabled! This is a new trend I've been running into and it's pissing me off! So we won't be listening to that one today. I'll just give you another Nick Cave song. Dig, Lazarus, Dig!, the titular song from his most recent song is Mr. Cave still writing great songs but now with a moustache!



if you're interested in listening to 15 Feet of Pure White Snow, here is the link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FEywlKpOTSk

Glassworks

Hail, flooding waters, thunder and lightning. Welcome to Spring! I'm going to let Philip Glass usher this one in. It's a very ominous day and I think some Glass would suit us quite nicely today.

I want to help you with your problem

A lot of people think McCartney's solo career stunk (for the most part). Well, it didn't! Coming Up is off his second solo album and it's not what you would expect from Paul. A little bit funky with a disco tinge, this song is certainly a product of the late seventies/early eighties but its good. It's not dated like most songs of this genre. Enjoy this perfect feel good- spring song.



These photos are from the accompanying video for this song which I can't post because the YouTube users have "disabled embedding". Here's the link if you're interested:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDBkySeyiDo

Touche'

My friend Wes just pointed out that I made a grave mistake on my last post. I forgot to put up the infamous version of Ice Cream Man. So please enjoy and thank you Wesman.



ha! I love his little laugh every time he kicks back into the song!

Share the modern world with me

No one can be in a bad mood when they're listening to Jonathan Richman. So today that's what we're listening too! He was the founding member of the Modern Lovers. Arguably a band that helped to create punk music. They started making music in the 70's and Jonathan still records and tours solo nowadays. This is a guy that does not take himself seriously and his music shines because of that. His goofy and simplistic songs are sincere and fun. Let's start with something from the Modern Lovers first album. This one's called Modern World



This next one, Everday Clothes is a good song but it's a great example of how he can make you smile.



The Neighbors is off of his album 'Jonathan Goes Country' which has an amazing album cover! ...Just a good song.



This one is called Lydia and it was realeased by Jonathan Richman and the Modern Lovers; which was a new version of the band. They're not as a raw and maybe a bit more silly but still great music nonetheless.



and I saved one of my personal favorites for last. Let Her Go into the Darkness is a great song with fun lyrics and cool music. The Farrelly Brothers used this song in "There's Something about Mary" so it may sound familiar. Here's a great live performance from the Conan show in the early/mid 90's.

The 5th Beatle Part II (...will be here tomorrow)

It's not a 5th Beatley day/night. Today - let's just talk about the English Beat. They eventually became the Fine Young Cannibals but man, they were great as the Beat! Take a listen for yourself...



and a personal favorite - Mirror in the Bathroom:



UPDATE - for better quality audio on Save It for Later watch this video...well don't watch it because it's a stagnant image of the band but enjoy the music.

The 5th Beatle

We all know there are only 4 Beatles. Although I would have to say that Billy Preston came the closest to being the 5th member. He played organ and keys on Let it Be and Abbey Road. Needless to say, he's the man. I figured today would be a perfect day for 2 of his best solo songs - turn 'em up and open the windows!



and maybe his most well known song Nothing from Nothing. This performance is good albeit lip-synched but if you can find it he did a great rendition of this song on the 1st season of SNL.



come back tomorrow - I have another idea for this theme and I'm too lazy/busy to post it now. But I’m not too lazy to post this: Just for you folks who may think that all Billy Preston can do is play the keys. Check out homeboys dance moves!

Maybe it's the weather or somethin' like that

Today's a good day to think about your baby. I've been thinking about mine and my cat too.



UPDATE 6/19/10 - So i noticed the video above is no longer available and I can't find a good enough version to post so here is Jeff Buckley's cover version of the Dylan song that used to be aboove:




and for posterity here's the ONLY version I could find by Dylan. Only one version! It's not that good but it's all we got, kid!

Mama here comes midnight with the dead moon in it's jaw

This one just works. Listen.

Rock Rock Roll

I had I Just Wasn't Made For These Times in my ears this morning and thought it a perfect song to post today. Then when I searched for a version to put up here I decided I might want to go with another Beach Boys song. But, I can't decide which to post! I think I’ll post a few that fit today's dark and bitter day. So let's get things started with the song that first got me in the mood.



How about something a bit more playful? Maybe even borderline creepy. How about, Do You Like Worms? This one was recorded for the ill-fated album 'Smile'. The song was never officially released but if you're like me you have at least 2 boxed sets containing all of the recorded takes. Anyway, this is Brian Wilson at his absolute craziest, most creative and questionably at his songwriting peak. This song was recorded in 1966 but was way ahead of its time as was the entire album which was eventually scrapped. Enjoy.



and for posterity let's post something you would expect to hear when someone mentions the Beach Boys. Please Let me Wonder is probably one of the most beautiful and amazing songs ever written. I don't know if you can tell but...I love the Beach Boys and Brian Wilson. Just listen to those voices!

Give me...

My wife was requesting last night that I post Body Language by Queen for today’s song. I'm not sure if you've heard this tune or not but it could be categorized as a guilty pleasure. I said no. But I did let her know that I would post a Queen song. I'm going to play a few underrated Queen songs today. Let's set the pace with Stone Cold Crazy which could be categorized as my favorite Queen song.



Another song I thought was appropriate is '39. A Science fiction tinged song that might not have caught the attention of the masses but certainly caught the attention of a young fan, George Michael who cites this as his favorite Queen song. And Chicago Cuts loves George Michael!



Here's a song that should've made the charts in the US but didn't: Good Old Fashioned Lover Boy. Give it a listen and at the very least enjoy Brian May's great guitar solo!





...and just so my wife is happy here is Body Language:

I can feel the hound dogs on my trail

Today I have for you one of the best guitar riffs to ever be put on wax. Jailbreak! This song can work for any mood but today seems perfect. Watch this video and tell me that Thin Lizzy isn't bad ass! But first take a look at the Top 25 artists at the begining of this video...just reminds me that I was born in the wrong era...

Bowie Monday!

Today is a good day for Sound and Vision. The song, not the senses. Well, I guess you can use your sense of sound but I swear to god if you use your sense of vision I will lose it!



And yes, I do feel bad because I missed some posts this weekend. I'm going to make it up to you though. I'm picking three cuts from Bowie's Berlin Trilogy, starting with the one you just heard (From the album Low). Here we go! Here's V-2 Schneider from 'Heroes'



and from 'Lodger' the last of the Berlin trilogy a tune that goes by the name of...DJ



Have a great day!

Keep on Moving

Today's a good day for The Move. A pretty obscure (in the states) band from the 60's and 70's that eventually evolved into ELO. Here's 'Tonight' by the Move:



and because I was pretty undecided today on which Move song to post here is a live video of their song 'Fire Brigade'.



I'm telling you, I was really undecided today...so, here's a later song with a lineup that included ELO's Jeff Lynne. In fact, the only remaining members here are songwriter/guitarist/singer Roy Wood who plays sax in this video and drummer Bev Bevan. With a great performance of their song California Man, here they are!

Taint no big thing

Man, I can really get used to this weather! Too bad before we know it the weather will be torturously hot. I loathe the summer weather. In fact, I would love for a two season year; spring and fall. Anyways! You're asking yourself, what song should I listen to as I walk around today and enjoy the weather? Well...let's see, something with a funky rhythm from a band that once employed Brian Eno should do.



great video! BUT if you want the complete song check out the one below

Living it Up

Sometimes lyrics don't need to fit your mood. Take for example The Bee Gee's song, ‘Nights on Broadway’. The music is funky and puts me in a mood that will suit any sunshiny day! Yeah I know, it's about the night but you would be hard pressed to find a better song to listen to as the sun beats down on you only to be cooled by the crisp spring air. So open your windows and put on your sunglasses for Nights on Broadway.

It's Times Like These Lucifer

God dang it! It's windy out there today. I thought my skin was going to blow right off my bones! Unacceptable. I have a song to get you home on your walk home tonight though. The Wind and More by Roky Erickson. Roky is one of my favorite songwriters. His music sounds like Creedence Clearwater but with Danzig writing the lyrics. Personlly, I couldn't ask for more.

Moonbeam

Daylight savings was today. Although we may have lost an hour I had a great day. The sun just went down about an hour ago and now it's time to relax and enjoy the evening. The Moonbeam Song by Harry Nilsson will certainly compliment our night. Here's a demo version of the song, which actually might be better than the studio version.








......You're still here. I thought you were going to enjoy the evening? Since you're still around, here's the studio version. Listen for the background vocals at the beginning of the second verse. They add so much depth to the song when they kick in. You'll love it.

Well You Can Bump and Grind

Another Saturday and it's raining. Oh and I ran over a trash bag full of garbage (what else?) on the highway this morning! That's what kind of day it is. Today's post will not be angry nor will it be depressing though. My boy Rick in Beanton aka Bean Town has been endorsing my blog and I couldn't be happier. Rick and I have a lot in common musically and I figured I drop him a song. Rick, keep spreading the word buddy cause we're gonna start a revolution!

It's a nice day

I haven't left the house yet today. Man, just typing that makes me smile! Anyways, no thrills today; I just have a song that I feel fits the way I feel and you know, I hope it suits your mood too. Enjoy the day, it's a 'beaut! And while you're at it, enjoy one of my favorite guitar solos at about 1:38 into the song...

My First Request

Yeah that's right, I'm taking requests. I'm hoping to get more and once a week I will go on and play the most fitting for that particular day. You never know you might just make the "cut". Get it? Chicago Cut…make the cut? I know. That was awful.
If you're in Chicago you know it's a shit day. Chances are you're in a zombified state of mind. At the very least this weather has you feeling a bit down. My friend Ximena gave me a song she thought, "was very fitting for the spitting sky and dreariness". I happen to agree with her. What do you think?

Wednesday's Walk in the Rain

Who forgot their umbrella today? Me! So here I am just drying out after my walk in the rain. As I steadily approached the car this morning I sang this to myself...

Two Song Tuesday!

Alright, I’ve already got a little grief for missing yesterdays post...I'm sorry!! As you read on Friday's post I have been sick and yesterday was a bad day. Anyhow, I’m back and to make up for missing a post, today you will get a Tuesday Two Post Special!
I figured since it's as Foggy as John Carpenter movie in Chicago today I’d pick you a song to go perfectly with what's happening out there. Ladies and Germs, The Velvet Underground and the unreleased gem known as Foggy Notion!!



Wow! Is that the best VU song or what!?...maybe! Can you believe that was never released on an album?

Okay let's move on to today's bonus song. Because I love Neil Young your bonus today will be Foghat! Just kidding, it's Neil Young. This is a special one for you though. As some of you may or may not know, Neil Young released his acclaimed album 'Harvest' in 1972. That album contained a [now] well known song called 'Old Man'. Here is Young in 1971 (before the album came out) testing a then "new song" at Toronto's Massey Hall. Enjoy.

Oscar Sunday

It's my birthday and the Oscars are on. My wife thought I should pick an Oscar winning song for my daily whatnow...and well, here goes. Robert Altman's film Nashville is one of my favorites and it was the first movie that came to mind. If you've never seen it you should! It's a spanning story that weaves through the many lives of country musicians. I was surprised to find only one song was nominated. Needless to say that single song won Best Original Song in 1975. And without further ado; written and performed by actor Keith Carradine, 'I'm Easy'



and here's Keith Carradine actually performing his song at the Academy Awards in '75:

It's Saturday!.

I don't care what you're doing tonight just make sure that you listen to this song before you do it. My advice is, as you get ready this evening put this song on and it will set the mood. I swear to you it will make your night! People will notice something electric within you. Without further ado...lads and ladies we have...Saturday Night:

Stay Sick!

I woke up this morning feeling a bit under the weather and in the mood for The Cramps. You know why? Because I felt sick physically and mentally and that's the perfect mood for the Cramps. So while searching for a song I found out that Lux Interior died…over a year ago! I had no idea. This is most certainly bad news. So while you listen to Human Fly, my favorite Cramps song, why not get on the floor and grind the shit out of it in Lux's honor. Rest in Peace, you fiend!

Interrupting all programs!

Everyone is in a good mood today. It’s only Thursday!
…Alright, fine. I’ll get on board with it. If you’re not with us, today’s song will have you wanting to join us as we march the streets (with or without a boom box). Yes, it's that kind of day.

Choose Your Own Adventure Wednesday!

Although I woke up with the Velvet Underground's 'New Age' stuck in my head I knew today's song would be more energetic when I was blinded by the sun as I walked out the door this morning. It's Wednesday and my head is still reeling from last night's episode of Lost so I can't make a solid decision. Today you will have 2 choices. A Choose your own adventure/destiny type situation. Both songs are optimistic if not upbeat and they are both by Terry Reid. If you haven't heard of him, you will. This will not be the last time he will be featured on this site.

...and here we go!

Does this day have you feeling energetic?

Yes? click play on this song:



Despite the sunshine, do you still feel wintry? ...but optimistic about things to come?

Yes? Click play on this one:

Overcast but chipper Tuesday

It's overcast in Chicago. It's gloomy, but I don't feel like the weather has a hold on me today; I feel pretty good! Normally, on a day like this I'd be playing you some Nick Drake or Leonard Cohen but this is not the case. So what is a good song for a rainy, depressing day in which you don't feel like spelunking in a pity cave? Transmission is a somewhat upbeat song by a not so upbeat band. that's a good start... Dig the video! The audience is like today’s weather, swaying like the wind and raining down tears on everyone. Joy Division will not have it on this day! They are upbeat and they want you to join them. JOIN THEM!

Monday - Need Energy

Sunday's Song

It's a sunny day in Chicago - I haven't left the house but looking out the window, this song works. There is a clicking on this track so if that annoys you, try this one: http://www.last.fm/music/John+Cale/_/Cleo

Song of the Day Today is...