Hey music lovers and conversation starters!
It’s midweek again. Things as always seem to be hectic for me. I see some light at the end though. I know that these are both stressful and exciting times for us all. If something really cool happens that I think might happen, I will be letting you all in on that in a few weeks. Hate to be so cryptic, but I don’t want to jinx anything.
In the meantime, where are my manners? You’re here for music, yeah? How about an obscure hit from a Scottish star from 1979?
Yeah, that’s the title track from Night Owl. It didn’t sell the way his previous solo LP did. But it was a well done LP. I always liked this song – when I was young just because of how it sounded, and when I became older because of what was being said. It resonates.
The bar is always open. Just use your imagination. Jukebox is infinite, eclectic, and the amps go all the way to eleven. What more could you want?
In the meantime, take care of yourselves first and foremost. We are all going to need each other a lot in the coming year. Never forget that. Please.
I sometimes put on the obvious hits, but the near obscurities and obscurities are often more worthwhile. Sometimes it’s sonic (I love really good rhythm sections) and sometimes it’s more existential. Here is an old Stealers Wheel song that may be a little less famous, but is quite the statement on how ephemeral fame really is:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fm-pTIlM4uU
Hey folks, sorry I haven’t been posting here in awhile. Writing takes time, and writing about politics takes even more time, and I build shit now. I’ll try to drop by the café more often to make up for it.
Anyway, I’ve been getting into Terry Allen a lot lately. My housemate introduced me to his music. I’ve really been enjoying “The Beautiful Waitress.”
Nice one. Thanks for stopping by. I get being busy. My life is very hectic as well.
Another 1979 track – this one by Bad Company. Most people would probably stick to one of their signature hits. I always liked this one a bit better:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ny-U59t2LK0