I think so...
Mumford & Sons, Avett Bros, and Bob Dylan
211213212512
Uploaded by yardie4lifever2. - More video blogs and vloggers.
This is music, folks.
Showing posts with label music. Show all posts
Showing posts with label music. Show all posts
2.14.2011
12.02.2010
Justin Townes Earle - Harlem River Blues
If you have been reading my posts for any time at all you know that I am partial to the musician Justin Townes Earle. I don't think I ever come across any musician that I have enjoyed so much. There isn't one thing about him or his singing that I can pinpoint as to why I like him so much, it's just the whole package. Once again, if you haven't ever experienced JTE, take a quick listen to his new album Harlem River Blues. It's for sale on amazon.com for $4.99 for an mp3 download. You can't beat that!
On to the story...Last Friday night, I got the chance to see him live, once again, at the Mercy Lounge in Nashville. -Which is a very cool venue in itself. I had never been before and plan to not only go back, but to get The Hotshot Freight Train a gig there as well.- JTE's show was opened by Bobby Bare, Jr.. I had never heard Bare live before Friday and wasn't disappointed. He definitely has a different style about him, included a few 'mouth pops' that he throws into his songs, but that's what makes him interesting. He has a unique quality to his voice that is attractive. At the show Friday night, he was accompanied by a trumpet, accordion, drums, bass guitar, and acoustic. Point is, it was very entertaining and I wouldn't mind seeing him again live. Go have a listen (I would suggest Sad Smile) and buy his album too!
I have always said that JTE puts on a great show. His voice is just as good live as it is on his album, he tells stories about his life and the songs, he is open and honest, he has good stage presence, and is fun to watch. He was accompanied by a bass, a fiddle, a pedal steel guitar, and a few guitars. The sound on his new album is a tad different from those in the past, but this isn't a negative thing. I think his sound has more depth now.
JTE was in Nashville for 2 nights and on the second night, these videos were captured of Harlem River Blues, which he brought other musicians on stage to join in, and One More Night in Brooklyn.
I hope you enjoy them as much as I do!
On to the story...Last Friday night, I got the chance to see him live, once again, at the Mercy Lounge in Nashville. -Which is a very cool venue in itself. I had never been before and plan to not only go back, but to get The Hotshot Freight Train a gig there as well.- JTE's show was opened by Bobby Bare, Jr.. I had never heard Bare live before Friday and wasn't disappointed. He definitely has a different style about him, included a few 'mouth pops' that he throws into his songs, but that's what makes him interesting. He has a unique quality to his voice that is attractive. At the show Friday night, he was accompanied by a trumpet, accordion, drums, bass guitar, and acoustic. Point is, it was very entertaining and I wouldn't mind seeing him again live. Go have a listen (I would suggest Sad Smile) and buy his album too!
I have always said that JTE puts on a great show. His voice is just as good live as it is on his album, he tells stories about his life and the songs, he is open and honest, he has good stage presence, and is fun to watch. He was accompanied by a bass, a fiddle, a pedal steel guitar, and a few guitars. The sound on his new album is a tad different from those in the past, but this isn't a negative thing. I think his sound has more depth now.
JTE was in Nashville for 2 nights and on the second night, these videos were captured of Harlem River Blues, which he brought other musicians on stage to join in, and One More Night in Brooklyn.I hope you enjoy them as much as I do!
9.30.2010
The Affect of Music
I listen to music just about all day everyday. Music is a very powerful instrument. I cannot imagine my life without it, but I can't help but think about how much it affects us. Our mood, our smile or frown, our memories can all be brought up or changed in a matter of seconds when we recognize the familiar tune.
There are many memories associated with numerous songs that I know. Some particular ones can bring tears to my eyes and others make me race to change the song. Why is that? What is it about certain memories that we don't want to remember while others we will have a huge smile for 5 minutes after the song is over? It is ironic how at one time a certain song got you through a hard time in your life, but now you can't even stand to hear the first line.
Should music affect us that much? I have noticed that when my Pandora Radio is set to a country song I tend to move slower and be a little sad while I'm working. However, when it's an upbeat station I get so much more accomplished. Music definitely is affective and I wonder if we have thought to use it more to our advantage. Food for thought...
There are many memories associated with numerous songs that I know. Some particular ones can bring tears to my eyes and others make me race to change the song. Why is that? What is it about certain memories that we don't want to remember while others we will have a huge smile for 5 minutes after the song is over? It is ironic how at one time a certain song got you through a hard time in your life, but now you can't even stand to hear the first line.
Should music affect us that much? I have noticed that when my Pandora Radio is set to a country song I tend to move slower and be a little sad while I'm working. However, when it's an upbeat station I get so much more accomplished. Music definitely is affective and I wonder if we have thought to use it more to our advantage. Food for thought...
7.26.2010
THSFT on Internet TV!
Knoxville's newest media! The band I manage for, The Hotshot Freight Train, appeared on 11 O'clock Rock this morning. It was a great show. Feel free to check it out!
http://www.knoxivi.com/eleven/
http://www.knoxivi.com/eleven/
8.04.2009
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)