Surf’s Up

16 Mar

Over here in Margauxville, the French band, The Cavaliers, have been in heavy rotation this afternoon.  Or should I say the “French surf and savage rock’n’roll” band, which is how they bill themselves.

I just found this posting they wrote imploring a record label to sign them.  It starts:  “We, The Cavaliers, are looking for a record label.”  Read the rest here.    So, to all my high powered A&R guys, do something!  Sign them!

You can download one of their tracks here, to whet your appetite.  (By the way, it’s either called “Le Ride du Jugement Dernier” or “Menace sur la Cote” – it’s weird, but it exists both ways in my iTunes library.)

Apprécier!

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Beware the Ides of March

15 Mar

2055 years ago today, Julius Caesar was killed by Brutus and betrayal’s never been the same.

When I was thinking of this momentous occasion earlier, I thought it would be super obvious to post the Ides of March’s huge 1970 hit, “Vehicle.”  The only really interesting reason to do that is because the main guy, Jim Peterik, went on to found Survivor and give us “Eye of the Tiger.”

Then I was going to post The Caesars’ “Jerk It Out” but that didn’t feel right either.

I’ve finally decided on The Hives’ “B is for Brutus.”

Wait!  That’s 4 songs today!  4!  I guess I’m just in that holiday kind of mood!

Happiest Ides of March to you and yours!

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Baby’s On Fire

14 Mar

I know I’m obsessed, but it’s hard not to be.  Aside from “Radiation Vibe,” I’ve also been singing “Baby’s On Fire” by Brian Eno a lot these days.

I love glam Eno.  I love glam Eno not associated with nuclear plants on fire more, but….   Download this perfect gem here.

Also, as a reminder, better places to donate to Japan other than the Red Cross are listed here!

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Un Verdad

13 Mar

Feeling awful always sounds better in Spanish.

Want proof?  Download “Lágrimas Negras” by Bebo & Cigala and vea.

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Radiation Vibe

12 Mar

So the only good thing that’s come out of the ‘earthquake-tsunami-subsequent radiation-what next’  is that I have one of my old favorite songs in my head: “Radiation Vibe” from the very first Fountains of Wayne record.  And now you will too – download here.

And that’s why you should love us Sagitarrians.  We’re always looking on the bright side.

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Tsunami

11 Mar

Song of the Day is, sadly, “God Moving Over the Face of the Waters” by Moby  — from his appropriately named ‘Everything is Wrong’ album.  Download here.

Also, if you’re thinking of giving money to the relief efforts, I really urge you to consider an organization other than the Red Cross.  Direct Relief International, Doctors without Borders or my personal favorite, Partners in Health are all better as far as actually getting it right.  I’m sure there are others.  While it’s easy to text $10 to the Red Cross, for any real donations, please think about it.  (In fact, read this to decide when you think might be the right time to donate.)

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Cut!

10 Mar

I’m a big fan of the Scissor Sisters.  They often remind me of this millennium’s Sparks.  (I think Margauxville is overdue for some Sparks, but I digress….)

Since my mood is pretty much the same mood as it was for yesterday’s song, I give you “I Can’t Decide.”

Because I really can’t.

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Roses Have Thorns. Why Was I Born?

9 Mar

Sometimes I just have to concede that I don’t have more to add other than the lyrics.  “Roses Have Thorns” by Larry John McNally  sums up my mood pretty nicely precisely.

Download here.  Carefully, though!  Thorns hurt!

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International Woman of Mystery

8 Mar

Today is International Women’s Day.   It’s even more: it’s the centennial celebration of International Women’s Day.  I’m actually not one for these kind of differentiating celebrations in general but I am especially offended by this one.   Here’s why:

Look at this logo!

Is that the best they could do?  If this represents women, it makes me embarrassed to be a woman.

In comparison, I would much rather have this one:

At least I can have fun with that.

What is actually good about International Women’s Day is that it gives me an excuse to give you one of the most soulful, fabulous estrogen-commending songs:  “I Am Woman” by Koko Taylor.  It’s incredible*. I promise. Download here.

*suitable for both males and females

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Crush

7 Mar

I have a complete crush on Mark Everett or E, as the force behind eels is called.  I really do.

Of course my crush means I couldn’t pick just one song to post, so day trippers to Margauxville get a bonus today…a happy Monday bonus!  Two eels tracks!  You’re so lucky.

Here are two very different sides of my man: “Dog Faced Boy” and “It’s a Motherfucker.” Download them and love them, but don’t love-love them.  They’re spoken for.

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