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I’m Still Learning It- Chris Smither and a Lifetime of Killing the Blues.

Originally posted on The Immortal Jukebox:
‘Somebody said they saw me, swinging the world by the tail, Bouncing over a white cloud – killing the blues’. (Roly Salley) ‘I been left for dead before – but I still fight on…

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Singing From A Place I Recognize

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Emily’s Blues

Good morning, Midnight! I’m coming home, Day got tired of me – How could I of him? Sunshine was a sweet place, I liked to stay – But Morn didn’t want me – now – So good night, Day! –Emily … Continue reading

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Dylan’s Folk Rap

I love the mix of metaphor and straightforward language Bob Dylan uses in this song. The music is simple and the words work like sung poetry. Some people like his harmonica playing too. On that I remain neutral. How do … Continue reading

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DakhaBrakha

Thanks to a Facebook friend I was introduced to this band, DakhaBrakha. They are a self-described Ukrainian folk-punk band. Their music is actually all over the place as far as genres go. I love their energy and obvious joy in … Continue reading

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