Emmet Otter’s Jug Band Christmas was a staple of Christmas TV watching growing up. We rewatched it the other night and I’ve had the songs stuck in my head ever since. Here’s “Barbecue” - which maybe isn’t a Christmas song, but all I can do is smile when I hear it. ps. if you haven't … Continue reading Sunday Music: Barbecue Christmas (Emmet Otter Edition)
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Sunday Music: Woke Up Today And Decided To Kill My Ego
Sturgill Simpson just did the country equivalent of a remix album by taking a bunch of songs and making them bluegrass-y. It’s great. And if you have a long drive or a bunch of work to do, just throw on the aptly titles, “Cuttin’ Grass - Vol 1 (Butcher Shoppe Sessions)” and let it roll. … Continue reading Sunday Music: Woke Up Today And Decided To Kill My Ego
Sunday Music: Heaven Let Your Light Shine Down
In 1993-1994, Collective Soul’s breakout single was the song “Shine.” It was inescapable. Any kid with a radio and an interest in “alternative” music heard it way too many times. The funny thing about these types of hits is how they get etched into your brain from sheer exposure. I don’t think I even noticed … Continue reading Sunday Music: Heaven Let Your Light Shine Down