SotTF
Black ~ Wonderful Life
30/10/09 19:36
I heard this on the radio this afternoon and realised
I hadn't heard "Wonderful Life" in a very long time.
So.. here it is.
Moondog ~ Postcard from Hawaii
20/10/09 19:14
I like this song. It's been running through my head
for the past couple of days. Perhaps it's trying to
tell me something.
Mama Cass ~ Dream a little dream
27/09/09 21:29
This song popped up on the iPod today, thanks to a
"Mamas and Papas Best of" in my collection. Here is
Mama Cass with her rather nice voice.
Slim Dusty ~ The Man from Snowy River
27/08/09 18:25
Continuing on with my “Country” theme, here is
Slim Dusty singing the words
from Banjo Paterson’s Man from Snowy River.
I used to be able recite this poem from memory when in Primary School.
I don’t particularly like “Country” music, but I can listen to Slim.
I used to be able recite this poem from memory when in Primary School.
I don’t particularly like “Country” music, but I can listen to Slim.
Tori Amos ~ Winter
18/08/09 18:32
I don’t like everything Tori Amos produces, but I
like quite a bit of it. Here is one of my
favourites...
Kate Miller-Heidke ~ Caught in the crowd
15/07/09 06:54
I’ve heard this song on the ABC radio a couple of
times but could never manage to catch the name of the
singer. Finally I caught it and so was able to find
it on youtube.
Here it is:
Kate Miller-Heidke singing “Caught in the crowd”.
Here it is:
Kate Miller-Heidke singing “Caught in the crowd”.
Joni Mitchell ~ Both sides now
24/06/09 19:48
I’ve been a Joni Mitchell fan for a long time and
this is one of my more favorite songs from her. Made
better now that she’s older, the song seems to have a
better context.
Enjoy.
if you’re wondering.. this is her original version from the 1970.
Enjoy.
if you’re wondering.. this is her original version from the 1970.
Simon and Garfunkel ~ Hazy Shade of Winter
18/06/09 19:39
It’s been a while since I posted a SoTF so I thought,
with this duo touring in Queensland at the moment,
what better time to post one of my favourites..
Shawn Colvin ~ Steady On
02/04/09 09:27
Shawn Colvin ~ nice voice!
Sony BMG doesn’t allow direct linking... bastards!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-qOdTemDUA
Shaun Davey ~ The Parting Glass
17/03/09 20:51
Happy Saint Patricks Day!
What better way than celebrating with a glass of Jamesons Whisky? Which is the way I like to celebrate it.
The Parting Glass is a folk song often sung in Scotland and Ireland at the parting of a gathering of friends. Read some more about it ‘ere.
What better way than celebrating with a glass of Jamesons Whisky? Which is the way I like to celebrate it.
The Parting Glass is a folk song often sung in Scotland and Ireland at the parting of a gathering of friends. Read some more about it ‘ere.
Coldplay ~ Viva la Vida
01/03/09 19:04
I’ve been listening to Coldplay for a while. I have
their first album “Parachutes” and while it was ok, I
was left wanting... well, more.
Thanks to youtube I’ve been listening to their followup albums and I think their latest one is rather good.
This is probably the most popular song on Coldplay’s latest album “Viva la Vida”.
Thanks to youtube I’ve been listening to their followup albums and I think their latest one is rather good.
This is probably the most popular song on Coldplay’s latest album “Viva la Vida”.
Redgum ~ I've been to Bali too
25/02/09 11:38
Ok.. so I have no idea why I’m putting this up but
it’s been playing through my head for the past couple
of hours. I must have heard it on the radio.
Redgum ~ I’ve been to bali too!
Redgum ~ I’ve been to bali too!
Blondie ~ Maria
17/02/09 15:36
Blue ~ Eiffel 65
05/02/09 19:14
Released back in 1999, I rather liked this song from
Eiffel 65 at the time. It
might have had something to do with the computer
animated little blue men but I can’t recall now.
Blue.
Blue.
Why should I cry for you? ~ Sting
18/01/09 13:57
First appearing on the album The Soul Cages
comes Why should I cry for you?
I don’t mind Sting. I have a couple of his albums and this song is on the compilation Best Of called Fields of Gold.
I’ve even included the lyric below so you can sing along in the privacy of your own home. You can thank me later!
"Why Should I Cry For You"
Under the dog star sail
Over the reefs of moonshine
Under the skies of fall
North, north west, the Stones of Faroe
Under the Arctic fire
Over the seas of silence
Hauling on frozen ropes
For all my days remaining
But would north be true?
All colours bleed to red
Asleep on the ocean's bed
Drifting on empty seas
For all my days remaining
But would north be true?
Why should I?
Why should I cry for you?
Dark angels follow me
Over a godless sea
Mountains of endless falling,
For all my days remaining,
What would be true?
Sometimes I see your face,
The stars seem to lose their place
Why must I think of you?
Why must I?
Why should I?
Why should I cry for you?
Why would you want me to?
And what would it mean to say,
That, "I loved you in my fashion"?
What would be true?
Why should I?
Why should I cry for you?
I don’t mind Sting. I have a couple of his albums and this song is on the compilation Best Of called Fields of Gold.
I’ve even included the lyric below so you can sing along in the privacy of your own home. You can thank me later!
"Why Should I Cry For You"
Under the dog star sail
Over the reefs of moonshine
Under the skies of fall
North, north west, the Stones of Faroe
Under the Arctic fire
Over the seas of silence
Hauling on frozen ropes
For all my days remaining
But would north be true?
All colours bleed to red
Asleep on the ocean's bed
Drifting on empty seas
For all my days remaining
But would north be true?
Why should I?
Why should I cry for you?
Dark angels follow me
Over a godless sea
Mountains of endless falling,
For all my days remaining,
What would be true?
Sometimes I see your face,
The stars seem to lose their place
Why must I think of you?
Why must I?
Why should I?
Why should I cry for you?
Why would you want me to?
And what would it mean to say,
That, "I loved you in my fashion"?
What would be true?
Why should I?
Why should I cry for you?
Oh Holy Night ~ Celtic Woman / Chloe Agnew
22/12/08 07:45
‘tis that season again and this is probably my
favourite Christmas Carol. I think it’s hard to beat
Bing Crosby singing Oh Holy Night, but these
young celtic lasses have taken the title.
Don't worry, Be happy ~ Bobby McFerrin
12/12/08 07:32
What more is there to say?
Welcome back to the 80’s.
Welcome back to the 80’s.
Run to paradise ~ Choirboys
02/12/08 21:20
Ah yes, this takes me back. I currently have this
song playing on my iPod Nano (2nd Gen).
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Georgia on my mind ~ Ray Charles
15/11/08 19:37
One of my favourites from Ray Charles, of which I have
a few, is Georgia on my mind.
The film “Ray” is also an interesting chronicle of his life. Watch it if you get the chance.
The film “Ray” is also an interesting chronicle of his life. Watch it if you get the chance.
Remembrance Day ~ Australia
11/11/08 06:57
Today is Remembrance Day
(Poppy Day) in Australia.
Originally called “Armistice Day”, today commemorates the end of hostilities for the Great War (WWI), the “war to end all wars”. Armistice Day is observed by the Allies as a way of remembering those who died, especially soldiers with 'no known grave’.
The signing of the armistice occurred on 11 November 1918, on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month.
Rolf Harris ~ Two Little Boys
We should remember them.
Happy Birthday ~ Joni Mitchell
07/11/08 05:41
Today is the birthday of Joni Mitchell. She turns 65
young.
Arguably one of the greatest songwriters ever, Joni is probably best known for her work in the 60’s and 70’s.
I have a number of her albums and even listening to her today on the radio, her music is refreshing against the prose of today.
Happy birthday Joni.
Arguably one of the greatest songwriters ever, Joni is probably best known for her work in the 60’s and 70’s.
I have a number of her albums and even listening to her today on the radio, her music is refreshing against the prose of today.
Happy birthday Joni.
May it be ~ Enya
05/11/08 17:32
Fading like a flower ~ Roxette
30/10/08 19:28
I’m a fan of Roxette.
There, I’ve said it.
I have all the english albums.
Marie Fredriksson has a powerful voice that can be soft and subtle one moment and knocking you on your a** the next.
“Fading like a flower” is one of my favourite songs from Roxette. It first showed up on the “Joyride” album back in 1991. I can’t believe it’s been THAT long.
It’s also appeared on a couple of compilation albums since then.
Marie was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2002. She has beaten the cancer but apparently still suffers from some brain damage that it caused. She has spoken about new albums in interviews and here’s hoping she has the strength to make another Roxette album.
There, I’ve said it.
I have all the english albums.
Marie Fredriksson has a powerful voice that can be soft and subtle one moment and knocking you on your a** the next.
“Fading like a flower” is one of my favourite songs from Roxette. It first showed up on the “Joyride” album back in 1991. I can’t believe it’s been THAT long.
It’s also appeared on a couple of compilation albums since then.
Marie was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2002. She has beaten the cancer but apparently still suffers from some brain damage that it caused. She has spoken about new albums in interviews and here’s hoping she has the strength to make another Roxette album.
Feeling Good ~ Nina Simone
22/10/08 19:04
Ah, Nina Simone. What more is there to say? If
you’ve not heard of her or listened to any of her
music then give it a try. But, it’s not for all
occasions. She’s very good at ad-lib’ing and some
of her best work is when she’s only accompanied by
a piano.
One and only ~ Chesney Hawkes
17/10/08 07:59
I found an old compilation tape from way back in the
early 90’s ...’91 I think. “Bash out the Hits” or
something like that.
I couldn’t remember who sang this and I don’t have the tape cover any longer. So a bit of googling and it turns out to be Chesney Hawkes. Unfortunately I think it was the best song on the entire tape, but I haven’t listened to it right the way through yet. I didn’t have the stomach for that at the time.
So without further ado... Chesney Hawkes, One and only.
I couldn’t remember who sang this and I don’t have the tape cover any longer. So a bit of googling and it turns out to be Chesney Hawkes. Unfortunately I think it was the best song on the entire tape, but I haven’t listened to it right the way through yet. I didn’t have the stomach for that at the time.
So without further ado... Chesney Hawkes, One and only.
My love is like a red, red rose ~ Isobel Cooper
15/10/08 19:36
Ok, this is an odd choice. I was watching “The
Journey to the centre of the earth” ..the original.
One of the songs sung in the film is an old Scottish
tune called “My love is like a red, red rose”.
Originally written by Robert Burns it has been sung
by a lot of people over the centuries.
Well, my heritage is Scottish so that’s a good enough excuse to put it up. However, while looking on YouTube for a version I came across Isobel Cooper (Izzy) singing it.
If you’ve never heard of Izzy or her music I have also included another of her works. What a voice!
and also:
Una Furtiva Lagrima
Well, my heritage is Scottish so that’s a good enough excuse to put it up. However, while looking on YouTube for a version I came across Isobel Cooper (Izzy) singing it.
If you’ve never heard of Izzy or her music I have also included another of her works. What a voice!
and also:
Una Furtiva Lagrima
When tomorrow comes ~ Eurythmics
13/10/08 16:56
The 80’s
...and Annie Lennox!
This has prompted me to go hunting for my tapes. Remember those?
I might have to replace them with the CD versions.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=smbJ8JJedeY
Sorry. I couldn’t embed this one. Sony! ..need I say more?
...and Annie Lennox!
This has prompted me to go hunting for my tapes. Remember those?
I might have to replace them with the CD versions.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=smbJ8JJedeY
Sorry. I couldn’t embed this one. Sony! ..need I say more?
On the road again ~ Willie Nelson
08/10/08 19:17
This is an odd choice, but it was going through my
head every morning while I was on my Longreach trip.
I almost missed it when I woke up this morning and I
wasn’t mentally humming it... no more travels (sigh).
Holy Grail ~ Hunters and Collectors
01/10/08 07:16
I generally like the work of Hunters and Collectors.
This is one of my more favorite tracks.
Holy Grail.
Holy Grail.
Land of Confusion ~ Genesis
19/09/08 17:40
A song for our times I think.
I’ve always liked the stuff Phil Collins has churned out over his music career, with and without Genesis.
Here is the original music video from 1986 for Land of Confusion. Enjoy.
I’ve always liked the stuff Phil Collins has churned out over his music career, with and without Genesis.
Here is the original music video from 1986 for Land of Confusion. Enjoy.
Wild Dances ~ Ruslana
18/09/08 18:26
Along the same lines
as BotTF comes “Song of the Time Frame”, or SotTF.
Song of the Time Frame is a category I will update
with each song that comes to mind. I will attempt to
find the original video clip, or whatever else
YouTube has on offer, so you can watch as well as
listen - a true multimedia experience. My music
tastes are wide and varied, but SotTF will also
include stuff I just happen across as I dawdle along.
Like BotTF, SotTF is so-called because I don’t want
to be held to any specific numbers of songs or to any
specific period of time. I’ll post them when I’m good
and ready. I can’t promise you’ll like everything
I’ll post under this category, so lets just say it’s
broadening your mind. Opening your eyes and ears to
something you may not normally listen to. If only for
a moment.
So without further ado here is the very first SotTF
entry...
Ruslana ~ “Wild Dances”.
Yes, lets look past the lyrics and the repetitive
nature, but how can you look past HER?
Ruslana won the 2004 Eurovision song contest with
this song. How that happened I’m not sure... but I
would have voted for her.