Some days, I take the train to work. Other days, I drive. Either way, I listen to music on the way. I put the iPhone music player on shuffle, and off I go. Calling my collection eclectic would be an understatement. It's often an interesting mix. There are songs though, that I really wish the world could appreciate as much as I do. Songs that make me say, "Ooh, listen to THIS! Isn't it great?!"
Here's what I heard this morning:
Scott Weiland: "Missing Cleveland"
Power Crunch Pop Perfection. That's how to best describe this song. I love's Scott's writing. The chorus progression is classic pop stuff. This song is from his 2008 solo release, "Happy" in Galoshes. The drum break coming back in off the bridge gives me chills. And lyrically, it's brilliant. "The lonely thoughts where everybody knows the truth and lets it be." Maybe one day he and the DeLeo brothers will work things out so STP can make more great music.
Burt Bacharach: "This Guy's in Love With You"
Tied for the greatest pop writer of the 20th century, Burt Bacharach has written or co-written some of the most iconic songs ever to grace the AM airwaves. This song is just dreamy. From 1990's Bacharach & David They Write the Songs, this version is mostly instrumental except for a group of background singers on the chorus. The melody is handled by a mix of brass and wind instruments.
Chicago: "Feelin' Stronger Every Day"
This great song is from 1973's Chicago VI. It features Pete Cetera's amazing voice. Not a whole lot more to say about this one, but listen to it.
Until next time...
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Friday, October 17, 2014
Wednesday, September 17, 2014
Three for the Train: Chicago, Boston, Aerosmith
Some days, I take the train to work. Other days, I drive. Either way, I listen to music on the way. I put the iPhone music player on shuffle, and off I go. Calling my collection eclectic would be an understatement. It's often an interesting mix. There are songs though, that I really wish the world could appreciate as much as I do. Songs that make me say, "Ooh, listen to THIS! Isn't it great?!"
Here's what I heard this morning:
Chicago: "I'm a Man"
1969 saw the release of Chicago Transit Authority the self-titled debut album of the band that would simply be called Chicago. This track is a cover of the Steve Winwood and Jimmy Miller composition featuring Terry Kath, Pete Cetera, and Robert Mann, alternating on lead vocals (in that order). You know, most bands would kill for one great vocalist. To think that all three of those guys were in the same act is scary. The song also features Terry Kath's smoking guitar work, and a percussion break featuring drummer Danny Seraphine. Terey Kath is one of the most under-rated and forgotten guitarists who absolutely kills it. Amazing. I know that Chicago would eventually become an easy-listening hit machine, but they started out as a smoking rock band with a killer horn section. This album is my favorite of theirs by far and this song really represents that earlier sound.
Boston: "Peace of Mind"
I swear, it's a coincidence. And no, Kansas isn't the third track today.
1976 was a great year for music. In addition to all the great albums released that year, there were several new acts to show up on the scene, including Ramones, Heart, The Runaways, Tom Petty, and this band, Boston, led by studio technician and guitar genius Tom Scholz. The amazing vocals were provided by the late Brad Delp. This is just one of the many great songs from their debut album, Boston. Boy, these lyrics are convicting:
"Now you're climbin' to the top of the company ladder
Hope it doesn't take too long
Can'tcha you see there'll come a day when it won't matter
Come a day when you'll be gone..."
Ironic.
Aerosmith: "Last Child"
Speaking of great albums from 1976, Rocks is Aerosmith's 4th record and this was the first single from that record, written by Brad Whitford and Steven Tyler. Rocks could be my favorite Aerosmith record, though it's hard to say, because the previous two releases, Get Your Winds and Toys in the Attic along with Rocks make up the perfect Aerosmith trifecta. All three were produced by Jack Douglas, who also worked with The James Gang, Alice Cooper, Cheap Trick, and John Lennon. This is a funky little rock thing with a great hook and great
Until next time...
Here's what I heard this morning:
Chicago: "I'm a Man"
1969 saw the release of Chicago Transit Authority the self-titled debut album of the band that would simply be called Chicago. This track is a cover of the Steve Winwood and Jimmy Miller composition featuring Terry Kath, Pete Cetera, and Robert Mann, alternating on lead vocals (in that order). You know, most bands would kill for one great vocalist. To think that all three of those guys were in the same act is scary. The song also features Terry Kath's smoking guitar work, and a percussion break featuring drummer Danny Seraphine. Terey Kath is one of the most under-rated and forgotten guitarists who absolutely kills it. Amazing. I know that Chicago would eventually become an easy-listening hit machine, but they started out as a smoking rock band with a killer horn section. This album is my favorite of theirs by far and this song really represents that earlier sound.
Boston: "Peace of Mind"
I swear, it's a coincidence. And no, Kansas isn't the third track today.
1976 was a great year for music. In addition to all the great albums released that year, there were several new acts to show up on the scene, including Ramones, Heart, The Runaways, Tom Petty, and this band, Boston, led by studio technician and guitar genius Tom Scholz. The amazing vocals were provided by the late Brad Delp. This is just one of the many great songs from their debut album, Boston. Boy, these lyrics are convicting:
"Now you're climbin' to the top of the company ladder
Hope it doesn't take too long
Can'tcha you see there'll come a day when it won't matter
Come a day when you'll be gone..."
Ironic.
Aerosmith: "Last Child"
Speaking of great albums from 1976, Rocks is Aerosmith's 4th record and this was the first single from that record, written by Brad Whitford and Steven Tyler. Rocks could be my favorite Aerosmith record, though it's hard to say, because the previous two releases, Get Your Winds and Toys in the Attic along with Rocks make up the perfect Aerosmith trifecta. All three were produced by Jack Douglas, who also worked with The James Gang, Alice Cooper, Cheap Trick, and John Lennon. This is a funky little rock thing with a great hook and great
Until next time...
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