Sound & Groove, Episode 81: "Come Fly With Me" Part 1

A troubled, yet gifted and highly envied songwriter, Townes Van Zandt's career was often interrupted by long bouts of inactivity after the early 70s- mainly due to his battles with manic depression, drug and alcohol abuse that ultimately cut short his life at age 52 in 1997. But in his late 60s and early 70s prime, he formed into one of the preeminent figures of the growing singer-songwriter movement, but of the wing that consisted of musicians steeped in the country and/or bluegrass sensibilities of the South finding success with a folkier style that played to the coffee houses of hot spots such as San Antonio, Austin, Nashville and Memphis. One of his best tracks from his only studio album released between 1973 and 1986 (Flyin' Shoes) is featured on Part 1 of this S&G theme.

This is the 5th official podcast episode of 2018 here on the Sound & Groove Podcast. This is the 1st in a 2-part theme on songs about flying. Whether it be be air travel, space travel or any other type of trip into the hemisphere. It's all fair game for another series of tremendous tunes you'll hopefully enjoy. And if you haven't been keeping up with S&G on Music of Evan's Mind and/or its home at www.notthepublicbroadcaster.com, here's the breakdown: Every month there will be a theme that the selection of music is centred around. It will be jam-packed with my analysis, synopses, anecdotes and other witticisms you might enjoy while I play edited-down versions of each tune. And not to worry, because each month will contain a different theme than the last. Got it? Get it? Good. Happy listening to you all.

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Track Listing:

1. Jet Boy- New York Dolls (1973)

2. First Plane Home- The Flamin' Groovies (1974)

3. In The Aeroplane Over The Sea- Neutral Milk Hotel (1998)

4. Flyin' Shoes- Townes Van Zandt (1978)

5. Bermuda Triangle Blues (Flight 45)- Blondie (1977)
6. January In The Halifax Airport Lounge- Bruce Cockburn (1975)
7. Blues From An Airplane- Jefferson Airplane (1966)
8. Sky Trane- The Rascals (1971)

Info of note:

Intro- "Rock & Roll Creation" by Spinal Tap (1984)

Outro- "Big Bottom" by Spinal Tap (1984)

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Sound & Groove, Episode 80: "Mother Of Violence" Part 2

One of the more forgotten, overlooked, yet brilliant musical acts Australia has ever produced, the Go-Betweens never found substantial commercial success but brought indie credibility. Along with Nick Cave, represented a sudden musical boom in the 1980s out of the Queensland capital city Brisbane. Slowly emerging from their art-punk roots upon their 1977 formation into a shimmering, dreamy, jangly pop-rock band, the Go-Betweens put out a series of amazing albums in the mid-80s until a 1989 breakup. The split lasted 11 years until primary members Robert Forster & Grant McLennan reunited for 2 more albums under the name- a revival sadly cut short by McLennan's heart attack death in 2006.

This is the 4th official podcast episode of 2018 here on the Sound & Groove Podcast. It's a bit overdue but no need to worry, as I've pledged another 2 episodes yet to come throughout this calendar year. This is the 2nd in a 2-part theme on songs about the darker side of our nature, ie violence. So get ready for songs of murder, deceit, disgrace, riot, mayhem and general anarchy muhahaha. Oh, but also a treasure trove of delicious music to sink your teeth into.

And if you haven't been keeping up with S&G on Music of Evan's Mind and/or its home at www.notthepublicbroadcaster.com, here's the breakdown: Every month there will be a theme that the selection of music is centred around. It will be jam-packed with my analysis, synopses, anecdotes and other witticisms you might enjoy while I play edited-down versions of each tune. And not to worry, because each month will contain a different theme than the last. Got it? Get it? Good. Happy listening to you all.

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Track Listing:

1. Break Them Down- Graham Parker & The Shot (1985)
2. I Wanna Destroy You- Uncle Tupelo (1991)
3. 1913 Massacre- Arlo Guthrie (1972)
4. Smoking Gun- Robert Cray (1986)
5. Shoot Your Shot- J. Geils Band (1976)
6. Hammer The Hammer- The Go-Betweens (1982)
7. Cops & Robbers- Bo Diddley (1956)
8. Kill Crime- The Itals (1983)

Info of note:

Intro- "Just Got Back From Heaven" by Sparks (1988)

Outro- "When I'm With You" by Sparks (1980)

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Sound & Groove, Episode 79: "Mother Of Violence" Part 1

In their mid-70s prime, Dr. Feelgood stood as arguably the most vital of the so-called "pub rock" acts to emerge. They were a grungy, cutting, sneering antidote to the polished, formulaic glam rock or treacly bubblegum pop dominating the charts at the time in the UK. Though bands like them harkened back to the devotedly pure R&B, blues, rockabilly and soul of the mid-60s British music scene, their uncompromising sound and attitude did actually pave the way for numerous punk and new wave bands who by decade's end were stealing the show (by then Dr. Feelgood was struggling to stay relevant , though doing so better than many of the glam bands they stood in defiance of).

This is the 3rd official podcast episode of 2018 here on the Sound & Groove Podcast. It's a bit overdue but no need to worry, as I've pledged another 3 episodes yet to come throughout this calendar year. This is the 1st in a 2-part theme on songs about the darker side of our nature, ie violence. So get ready for songs of murder, deceit, disgrace, riot, mayhem and general anarchy muhahaha. Oh, but also a treasure trove of delicious music to sink your teeth into.

And if you haven't been keeping up with S&G on Music of Evan's Mind and/or its home at www.notthepublicbroadcaster.com, here's the breakdown: Every month there will be a theme that the selection of music is centred around. It will be jam-packed with my analysis, synopses, anecdotes and other witticisms you might enjoy while I play edited-down versions of each tune. And not to worry, because each month will contain a different theme than the last. Got it? Get it? Good. Happy listening to you all.

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Track Listing:

1. Mother Of Violence- Peter Gabriel (1978)
2. War Pigs- Black Sabbath (1970)
3. Fistfight At The Beach- The Fleshtones (1985)
4. Four Kicks- Kings Of Leon (2004)
5. Bang Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down)- Terry Reid (1968)
6. Blue Murder- Tom Robinson Band (1979)
7. Killing An Arab- The Cure (1979)
8. Riot In Cell Block #9- Dr. Feelgood (1975)

Info of note:

Intro- "Teenage Riot" by Sonic Youth (1988)

Outro- "Incinerate" by Sonic Youth (2006)

All comments, questions and feedback are greatly welcomed and appreciated! I encourage participation. Even though I drain an hour off your life by listening to the podcast then checking through the links, at least you don't have to fork over your money to me... though if you feel like, you know... But in all seriousness, let me now what you'd like to hear or see and I'll consider it. Popular approval doesn't always sway me but having fans or listeners get their input would be just grand!

Sound & Groove, Episode 78: "First Name Basis" Part 2

Louisiana native Tony Joe White brought a sound straight from the bayou to the thriving late 60s soul scene, penning several signature cuts not only for himself but other artists- namely "Rainy Night in Georgia" for Brook Benton. One of those other big cuts, his immortal backwoods tale "Polk Salad Annie," is featured on this 2nd podcast themed episode about first names featured in song.

This is the 2nd official podcast episode of 2018 here on the Sound & Groove Podcast. It's long overdue but no need to worry, as I've pledged another 4 episodes yet to come throughout this calendar year. This is the 2nd in a 2-part theme on songs featuring first names in the title. As in, songs that mention a person's name like Steve or Martha or Rick or Emily (none of which I've actually used! But you get the picture). So check out some of my favourite tracks that fit with the motif I've come up with this time around.

And if you haven't been keeping up with S&G on Music of Evan's Mind and/or its home at www.notthepublicbroadcaster.com, here's the breakdown: Every month there will be a theme that the selection of music is centred around. It will be jam-packed with my analysis, synopses, anecdotes and other witticisms you might enjoy while I play edited-down versions of each tune. And not to worry, because each month will contain a different theme than the last. Got it? Get it? Good. Happy listening to you all.

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Track Listing:

1. Shirley- Billy Bragg (1999 version)

2. Luck Of Lucien- A Tribe Called Quest (1990)

3. Polk Salad Annie- Tony Joe White (1969)

4. Marcus Garvey- Burning Spear (1975)

5. Ruby Baby- The Drifters (1956)

6. Buddy- De La Soul (1989)
7. Katie Belle Blue- Townes Van Zandt (1994)

8. Harpo's Blues- Phoebe Snow (1974)

Info of note:

Intro- "Virgin Man" by Smokey Robinson (1973)

Outro- "Wedding Song" by Smokey Robinson (1975)

All comments, questions and feedback are greatly welcomed and appreciated! I encourage participation. Even though I drain an hour off your life by listening to the podcast then checking through the links, at least you don't have to fork over your money to me... though if you feel like, you know... But in all seriousness, let me now what you'd like to hear or see and I'll consider it. Popular approval doesn't always sway me but having fans or listeners get their input would be just grand!

Sound & Groove, Episode 77: "First Name Basis" Part 1

With rough-hewn vocals that could belt out soul and blues, but also provide a soft crooner warmth to handle the ballads, Bobby "Blue" Bland emerged from the thriving Memphis Beale Street blues scene of the early 50s to carve out a career as one of the more influential R&B singers over the next 2 decade. A carer lull as tastes changed toward Philly Soul and funk in the late 60s/early 70s would end when he made a mid-70s comeback to commercial and critical success with a series of fine, blues-influenced releases on ABC records. He eventually settled into the blues revival scene during the 80s and toured those circuits until his death at age 83 in 2013. One of his mid-70s comeback hits is featured on this 1st official S&G Podcast of 2018.

This is the 1st official podcast episode of 2018 here on the Sound & Groove Podcast. It's long overdue but no need to worry, as I've pledged another 5 episodes yet to come throughout this calendar year. This is the 1st in a 2-part theme on songs featuring first names in the title. As in, songs that mention a person's name like Steve or Martha or Rick or Emily (none of which I've actually used! But you get the picture). So check out some of my favourite tracks that fit with the motif I've come up with this time around.

And if you haven't been keeping up with S&G on Music of Evan's Mind and/or its home at www.notthepublicbroadcaster.com, here's the breakdown: Every month there will be a theme that the selection of music is centred around. It will be jam-packed with my analysis, synopses, anecdotes and other witticisms you might enjoy while I play edited-down versions of each tune. And not to worry, because each month will contain a different theme than the last. Got it? Get it? Good. Happy listening to you all.

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Track Listing:

1. Adam's Rib- Melanie Doane (1998)

2. Rosemary- Suzanne Vega (1988)

3. Smokey Joe's Cafe- The Robins (1955)

4. Yolanda- Bobby "Blue" Bland (1974)

5. Oliver James- Fleet Foxes (2008)

6. Three Marlenas- The Wallflowers (1996)

7. The Letter That Johnny Walker Read- Asleep At The Wheel (1973)
8. Romeo & Juliet- Dire Straits (1980)

Info of note:

Intro- "The Good In Everyone" by Sloan (1996)

Outro- "The Other Man" by Sloan (2004)

All comments, questions and feedback are greatly welcomed and appreciated! I encourage participation. Even though I drain an hour off your life by listening to the podcast then checking through the links, at least you don't have to fork over your money to me... though if you feel like, you know... But in all seriousness, let me now what you'd like to hear or see and I'll consider it. Popular approval doesn't always sway me but having fans or listeners get their input would be just grand!

Sound & Groove, Episode 76: "Colour My World" Part 2

The Pogues brought a punk energy and sensibility into the traditional Celtic music world after their arrival on the London music scene in the early 80s, unfortunately becoming almost as famous for the drunken exploits of rotten-toothed lead singer Shane MacGowan than for their music. Though this led to his sacking in 1990, the Pogues had a tremendous run with him as the face of the group (writing and singing-wise). Their onstage performances could be sloppy, unhinged and frenetic yet chaotically beautiful like a massive wall of Irish whimsy and spirit in sound. And it actually was some of the most heartfelt, inspired work to come out of the UK in the entire 80s (a decade often marred by style over substance, image over message and gloss over honesty).

This is the 6th official podcast episode of 2017 here on the Sound & Groove Podcast. It's long overdue but no need to worry, as this is the last one owed to all of you great fans out there. This is the 2nd in a 2-part theme on songs that discuss colours in the lyrics or just the title if we want to get looser about it. So check out some of my favourite tracks that fit with this motif I've come up with this time around.

And if you haven't been keeping up with S&G on Music of Evan's Mind and/or its home at www.notthepublicbroadcaster.com, here's the breakdown: Every month there will be a theme that the selection of music is centred around. It will be jam-packed with my analysis, synopses, anecdotes and other witticisms you might enjoy while I play edited-down versions of each tune. And not to worry, because each month will containe a different theme than the last. Got it? Get it? Good. Happy listening, all.

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Track Listing:

1. Purple Haze- The Jimi Hendrix Experience (1967)

2. Mellow Yellow- Donovan (1966)

3. A Pair Of Brown Eyes- The Pogues (1985)

4. Blackheart Man- Bunny Wailer (1976)

5. Green-Eyed Lady- Sugarloaf (1971)

6. Coat of Many Colours- Dolly Parton (1972)

7. Weasel & The White Boys Cool- Rickie Lee Jones (1979)

Info of note:

Intro- "The Beginning" by Seal (1990)

Outro- "Deep Water" by Seal (1990)

All comments, questions and feedback are greatly welcomed and appreciated! I encourage participation. Even though I drain an hour off your life by listening to the podcast then checking through the links, at least you don't have to fork over your money to me... though if you feel like, you know... But in all seriousness, let me now what you'd like to hear or see and I'll consider it. Popular approval doesn't always sway me but having fans or listeners get their input would be just grand!

Sound & Groove, Episode 75: "Colour My World" Part 1

The Winstons were a Washington, DC outfit that didn't have a long time in the spotlight as although they had two top 10 hits, they were only separated by a year. The A side of their biggest single, "Color Him Father," is featured here on this first of 2 themed episodes to round out the 2017 compliment (here in early 2018!) on the S&G Podcast. The B-side "Amen Brother" featured a drum break groove that later lived on in infamy as one of the most sampled in the history of hip-hop & electronic music. They may be the most obscure artists on this episode but their hit featured here does live on as a soul classic with a wholesome, heartwarming message in a time of acid, protest and war splitting apart the USA

This is the 5th official podcast episode of 2017 here on the Sound & Groove Podcast. It's long overdue but no need to worry, as this one will be followed up soon enough because it's part 1 of a 2-part theme on songs that discuss colours in the lyrics or just the title if we want to get looser about it. So check out some of my favourite tracks that fit with this motif I've come up with this time around.

And if you haven't been keeping up with S&G on Music of Evan's Mind and/or its home at www.notthepublicbroadcaster.com, here's the breakdown: Every month there will be a theme that the selection of music is centred around. It will be jam-packed with my analysis, synopses, anecdotes and other witticisms you might enjoy while I play edited-down versions of each tune. And not to worry, because each month will containe a different theme than the last. Got it? Gt it? Good. Happy listening, all.

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Track Listing:

1. Red Dirt Girl- Emmylou Harris (2000)
2. Touch of Grey- Grateful Dead (1987)
3. Green River- Creedence Clearwater Revival (1969)
4. Blue Moon With Heartache- Rosanne Cash (1980)
5. White Lines (Don't Do It)- Melle Mel (1983)
6. Color Him Father- The Winstons (1969)
7. Black Maria- Todd Rundgren (1972) 

Info of note:

Intro- "High & Dry" by Radiohead (1995)

Outro- "Everything In Its Right Place" by Radiohead (1995)

All comments, questions and feedback are greatly welcomed and appreciated! I encourage participation. Even though I drain an hour off your life by listening to the podcast then checking through the links, at least you don't have to fork over your money to me... though if you feel like, you know... But in all seriousness, let me now what you'd like to hear or see and I'll consider it. Popular approval doesn't always sway me but having fans or listeners get their input would be just grand!