Day 411 - Alter Bridge - Watch Over You

DAY 411
Alter Bridge - "Watch Over You"
From "Blackbird"



As I prepared to type this I realized my last pick was from The Crow Soundtrack... and a crow is a black bird.... just sorta funny... :)

So I must admit that I shamefully discovered this song via reality TV garbage flipping through the "57 Channels and Nothing On" and catching the song during the whole Celebrity Rehab show with Dr. Drew. I don't follow the show though I have admittedly watched it a couple times during one of my couch induced zombie episodes. Hehehe...

Anyway.... I digress.

So I am almost too picky with some of this style of rock that I actually embrace but this song is really good. It really moved me. I tend to have a softer spot for Myles Kennedy having met him on a few occasions. Him being a Spokane Boy and all. ;)

The lyrics are well thought out and I personally relate to them very deeply.

Check out the video and song on this YouTube clip.


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Day 410 - Jane Siberry - It Can't Rain All The Time

DAY 410
Jane Siberry - "It Can't Rain All the Time"
From "The Crow: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack"



I was sad when I saw I had not picked a song for the whole month of November. Life happens, eh?

So recently Glenn and I went on a crusade to purchase a copy of "The Crow" on DVD. We had it on VHS but preferred to have a DVD copy as well. I had forgotten what a great movie this is! I love the story line, I love the cinematography, I just love the dark romance adventure story that it is. Brandon Lee would have had a promising career had he survived the filming. So sad.

This song is very beautiful. It has such an ethereal feel. Her voice is very enchanting.


Check out the song on this YouTube clip. It is wonderful.


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Day 409 - Heidi Newfield - Johnny and June

DAY 409
Heidi Newfield - "Johnny and June"
From "What Am I Waiting For"



I heard this song about a week ago one time while watching CMT which I admit, I do from time to time because I do enjoy a very select number of country songs and am always interested in hearing new good country songs. I have not been able to get this song off my brain since I heard it so it much like my last pick has become an instant favorite. This song really depicts the kind of country music I tend to enjoy.

This song has heart and I relate to it in the biggest of ways. The love between Johnny Cash and June Carter-Cash was one of epic proportions and thier romance was one of the greatest of our time. I feel like my and my husbands love is very similar. Not perfect but perfectly imperfect and suites each of us perfectly. One can not be without the other.

I know little of Heidi Newfield aside from what little information I have read, but I think she must have talent to write a song this wonderful.

Check out her website for more info and definitely check out the video so you can hear the song.

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Day 408 - In This Moment - Into The Light

DAY 408
In This Moment - "Into The Light"
From "The Dream"



Glenn and I had the pleasure of seeing In This Moment when they opened for Rob Zombie here in Spokane this last spring. Their performance was really awesome, which was tough given the performer they were opening for. :)

The lead vocalist, Maria Brink, dresses like Alice in wonderland at times but is a bad ass version for sure. She is fabulous in her vocal diversity. She can scream and growl with precision but also has an amazingly strong and beautiful vocal ability as well.

This track depicts her softer side. Check out some other performances on YouTube. Their videos are well done and entertaining.

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Day 407 - Plain White T's - 1, 2, 3, 4

DAY 407
Plain White T's - "1, 2, 3, 4"
From "Big Bad World"



I really enjoy The Plain White T's music and when I very first heard this song I fell in love with it. Sometimes you just need a simple yet well written fun love song and this song is just wonderful.

Check out the song on this YouTube clip.... and then buy the album. :)

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Day 406 - Ellis Paul - Seven

DAY 406
Ellis Paul - "Seven"
From "Translucent Soul"



This album will always hold a very special place in my heart and my music collection as it was the first album I ever purchased and listened to by my musical hero, Ellis Paul.

This song is a beautifully written song, (like so many by Ellis), but the lyrics are particularly intense. And the way Ellis expresses the vocals you really just get lost in the experience that the song is.

The song speaks for itself.... if you take the time to find this song and listen to it you will not be disappointed that you did. Here are the lyrics for your reading pleasure... :)

Seven times I traced your number
Just one finger to your voice
Seven times I put the receiver down
Seven times I tried to write you
But I cannot make your choice
Your lips they move,
But they make no sound


And what the cost
What the price
I'm the brunt of friends' advice
Don't look up till you feel the ground . . .


I'm letting go 'cause holdin' on is killing me
My timing can be criminally slow
Too little too late
Criminally slow


Seven times I asked forgiveness
Seven times I'll wait you out
Seasons will change before words come round
And in my search for reasons
I will wash away the doubt
That came wrapped inside a wedding gown


And what the price
What the cost
Is this the poetry of loss
The past we build is all torn down?


I'm letting go 'cause holdin' on is killing me
My timing can be criminally slow
Is it never too late?
Criminally slow

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Day 405 - Big Head Todd & The Monsters - Bittersweet

DAY 405
Big Head Todd & The Monsters - "Bittersweet"
From "Sister Sweetly"



I heard this song on the radio this morning and it caught my ear. It just felt great to hear the melody. It is such well written song.

Not really any particular reason for loving this song... just do.

Here is an awesome rendition of this song during a live performance on this YouTube clip. Check it out....

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Day 404 - Electric Light Orchestra - Telephone Line

DAY 404
Electric Light Orchestra - "Telephone Line"
From "A New World Record"



So Glenn and I have been working hard all day and I am currently typing one handed as I have an attention starved puppy in my other arm. Bella has been with us for 2 weeks and 1 day now and will be 2 months old tomorrow. She is used to being our center of attention but we are trying to slowly ween her into being a little more independent. Today she had no choice but to tag along from time to time and play on her own as Glenn and I have been CRAZY busy today with making a few fence repairs, yard work, and re-arranging the house. We are really cleaning things out and getting rid of crap we either do not need or want. Stuff that has been sitting around collecting dust and such.

So to keep us motivated we have had music on all day and as I took a breather from chores I realized I had not chosen "Telephone Line" by Electric Light Orchestra. This is most certainly one of my favorite songs of all time. Seriously could not believe I had not picked it yet. I love the doo whop sound a lot anyway but the way Jeff Lynne produces it makes this song pure magic!

Check out the song and video on this YouTube clip. It is amazing.

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Day 403 - Allman Brothers Band - Ramblin' Man

DAY 403
Allman Brothers Band - "Ramblin' Man"
From "Brothers and Sisters"



This is one of my favorite songs by the Allman Brothers Band. I heard it on the radio and caught myself just rocking out to it. It is a great classic rock song. I find myself really vibing on the classic rock genre nowadays...

As good as this song is it appears due to some stiff competition it only cracked the #2 spot on the Billboard Top 100 chart at the time.

You can click here to hear a pretty clear recording of the song.

And here is a cool and rare live performance of the song. Rumor has it the band did not tend to play this song live a whole lot due to the complexity of the song structure. It required them to be more precise. The band apparently was more enthusiastic about playing "off the cuff" and did not want to destroy this song. Interesting....

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Day 402 - David Gray - You're The World To Me

DAY 402
David Gray - "You're The World To Me"
From "Greatest Hits"



I have heard this song a few times on the radio and everytime I hear it I think, "I NEED to put this song in my top 10,000" so today is the day!

This song reminds me of the great classic rock songs of the late '60's and early '70's. It just has a nice groove to it and has a more genuine and raw delivery.

I did a little research on David Gray, as I was not certain I was familiar with his other music. Turns out I am a lil more familiar than I thought. He is probably bets known for his song "Babylon" from his 4th album "White Ladder" which was released in 2001.

This song is just a feel good tune. My Favorite line is:

"You don't have to turn the sound up
Babe I want you from the ground up "

Sexy... ;)

Check out this YouTube clipe to hear this awesome song!! :)

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Day 401 - Shakespear's Sister - I Don't Care

DAY 401
Shakespear's Sister - "I Don't Care"
From "Hormonally Yours"



So I was listening to this song the other night and remembered how much I love to sing it. The vocalists are so amazing. The lower vocals are so rich and enchanting and the higher vocals are so clear and pristine.

It is such a challenge to sing along with. If i warm my voice up enough i can hit the highest note in the song, but ONLY if I am warmed up otherwise forget it. :P

It also has one of the most fun and groovy bass lines ever!!!

Check out the song and video on this YouTube clip. It is awesome! This is some good early '90's music!


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Day 400 - Billy Joel - You're My Home

DAY 400
Billy Joel - "You're My Home"
From "Piano Man"



I have been meaning to choose this song since July 28th and have just not felt like getting on here to type out why. I have heard this song many times, and it is a beautiful song. But it gained more meaning on July 28th because my husband recorded a version of it for me when I was having a sincerely crappy day at work because he wanted to cheer me up.

Now if that is not love I don't know what is...

Billy had written it for his 1st wife for their anniversary as he could not afford a gift. I think that is so sweet and romantic and far nicer than any material gift anyone could receive... (in my opinion. Give me a song or a flower any day over jewelry and stuff like that... :D)

So check out Billy's version here.

Check out my hubby's cover here if you like... I like.... :D

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Day 399 - Naughty By Nature - Feel Me Flow

DAY 399
Naughty By Nature - "Feel Me Flow"
From "Poverty's Paradise"



Glenn and I were listening to this song the other day on our way to The Gorge at George, WA., to catch The Police and Elvis Costello and we were listening to our 1990's folder on the Ipod and this song popped up and I was reminded of how much I enjoy the fun nature of this song. I am so picky about my rap choices, but this one has always been a favorite of mine. I love Treach. His vocal tone and flow really make me groove.

Check out the song and video on this YouTube clip. Good summer tune....

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Day 398 - Adele - Melt My Heart To Stone

DAY 398
Adele - "Melt My Heart To Stone"
From "19"



I am so hooked on this album. It is so refreshingly wonderful I am just loving it!

This song has so many fabulous tempo changes and such a unique arrangement. I ADORE the portion of the song where her voice squeaks when she sings, "You say my name like there could be an us." Sends shivers through me!

The lyrics though sometimes difficult to interpret are so intriguing and well written... this is just such a solid track.

Check out the song on this YouTube clip. Give it a chance.. ;)

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Day 397 - Adele - Chasing Pavements

DAY 397
Adele - "Chasing Pavements"
From "19"



My UK music obsession continues.

I discovered this song when it played on the radio a few weeks ago and at first I did not pay a ton of attention because it was just background music to another day driving to work, but then about 5 days ago I heard it again on the radio while driving home from work and it really caught my attention. So much so that I had to call Glenn at home to look it up and find out more about it.

Turns out this girl is freaking amazing! I love the album and recommend it to anyone who misses truly soulful music. The album is called "19" because that is her age. Holy freakin' space monkeys! That is unreal! This girl has a lot to bring to the table at such a tender age. Her sound I believe is best described as Feist meets Joss Stone meets a teeny dash of Aretha Franklin. Great stuff!

You HAVE got to give this song a chance! Check out the YouTube video, (the live version is just about as magical if not more so),but seriously BUY this album. It is so exciting to see such amazing talent emerging back on to popular radio!!!

(Here is Adele singing daydreamer on Jools Holland live. This is a very moving performance and so vocally effortless for this amazing lady. WOW!!!)

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Day 396 - Joe Cang - Make Love

DAY 396
Joe Cang - "Make Love"




What a crazy month it has been. I have been so lame about my top 10,000... oh well, I am starting to feel inspired again so here goes....

Glenn discovered this artist on a website called thesixtyone and I fell IN LOVE like head over heals with "Make Love." It is such a happy jazzy tune and it make me ecstatic every time it plays!

I do not know a lot about Joe Cang yet, however, I do know he was the original bass player in the '80's band Scritti Politti, which Glenn adores.. I like Scritti Politti too but Glenn LOVES them and was pretty excited to make the connection between them and Joe Cang.

This song is not on any albums that I could find just yet but is available to purchase on Amazon as and MP3 download, which I am buying today! :)

It is so incredibly cool to hear that there are still artists like Joe making music in this style!

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Day 395 - Heart - Barracuda

DAY 395
Heart - "Barracuda"
From "Little Queen"



This is most assuredly one of the best rock songs ever written. The driving guitar riffs and powerfully passionate vocals delivered my my hero, Ms. Ann Wilson, just make this song a rockin' piece of music history.

Anyone who knows me knows my love of Heart and Ann Wilson especially so there is not much else I can say... These ladies are just an inspiration and changed the face of women in music forever.

Check out Heart performing "Barracuda" in 1977 on this YouTube clip.... classic and wonderful!

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Day 394 - Cyndi Lauper - She Bop

DAY 394
Cyndi Lauper - "She Bop"
From "She's So Unusual"



Ya just gotta love a song about masturbation.... who knew??? Hahaha!

I was about 6 years old when this album came out and my Mom was a huge fan of Cyndi Lauper and she bought this on vinyl and we all listened to it repeatedly... practically wore it out...

Cyndi Lauper is such an amazing talent and truly is unusual in the most wonderful way. This song is fun, upbeat, and a lil dirty.... definitely an important contributor to my musical taste and history no doubt.

Check out the song and video on this YouTube clip... I love these dated video's.... :)


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Day 393 - The Beatles - Girl

DAY 393
The Beatles - "Girl"
From "Rubber Soul"



I have revamped my thinking on my top 10,000 and want it to feel more like a fun thing and not a chore so I will actually get to it. So I am just going to pick like I have in the past and pick whatever feels right for that day or just any random song I like just because I can.

Today is one of those days where I just thought of an artist I adore and The Beatles are an easy one because their catalog is so gigantic, I knew I would be able to pick a song in minutes.

"Girl" is actually one of my all time favorite Beatles tracks because the arrangement is unique, and the breaths that John takes while singing are so sexy and romantic in a backwards kind of dark sort of way it makes me swoon. This is one of those songs you could only dream of having inspired... it is so beautiful. That sounds strange given the content of the lyrics, but to have been able to create this kind of emotion in another person is just amazing to me...

My darling hubby actually made a cover of this song which I enjoy immensely. I can pretend he wrote and sang it for me right? ;) (I am not coy enough nor do I have enough ego to of inspired something quite like this but, again, I can pretend... hahaha...)

Click here to hear the song performed by The Beatles..... so wonderful.


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Day 392 - The Kooks - Mr. Maker

DAY 392
The Kooks - "Mr. Maker"
From "Konk"



Back on my Kooks kick! Oh man I love this new album and Glenn pointed out today that I had not picked a song from "Konk" yet and mentioned how he had beat me to picking this track. This is definitely one of if not my absolute fav track on this new album.

I just adore the fun music The Kooks create. It is so amazingly refreshing!!! And again I have to say I adore the fact that they are average looking fellows... Again, SO refreshing.

My favorite line in this song is:

Heart beat, stay heavy
Love us all please, stay on your feet
For me, for me
Stay on your feet
For me, for me
Stay on your feet for me

I love the way he sings the lyrics in that specific portion of the song.

This song makes me HAVE to dance and feels so good in my ears and my head... :)

Check out the song here, but alos check out this live performance as well! Excellent stuff... the live performance reminds me a lot of when Glenn and I jam with friends... I adore the slightly off notes... those off notes show us no one is perfect but it is genuine and endearing to me.


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