Sunday, October 25, 2020

Songs Of The Week, 2020: 10/17- 10/23

 


 

West One (Shine On Me)- The Ruts
Jokerman- Bob Dylan
It Starts & Ends With You- The London Suede
What In The World- David Bowie
Abandon City- Utopia
Hip Hop Is Dead- Nas
Amethyst Realm- The Claypool Lennon Delirium

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West One (Shine On Me)- The Ruts
If I had to make a list of my 25 favorite punk rock records, The Ruts would not be on it. Why? I have no answer. For some reason, I just don't recall much from the band. But thanks to the trusty ol' iPod, this track popped up on shuffle from the various artists "Harmony In My Head" boxed set, and I loved it. Time to get into the Ruts.

Jokerman- Bob Dylan
I love "Infidels." Really love it. And though I'd rather not get into a "Dylan can't sing" versus "Of course Dylan can sing" debate, I'd like to say, "Jokerman" is one of my very favorite Dylan vocals.

It Stars & Ends With You- The London Suede
A brand new London Suede collection was just released in various formats and sizes. I bought the 2-LP set and was surprised to find out that I liked a whole lot more by the band than I thought. 

What In The World- David Bowie
Reading through Elvis Costello's article in The Quietus on his favorite music, this song came to mind after he mentioned that the Iggy/Bowie Berlin collaborations were some of the only records he and the Attractions could agree on while they were on the road. It's a great article and you should check it out. Thanks to Scott, there is a link to the article in the chat box.

Abandon City- Utopia
As I continue to not write up The Buyer's Guide To Todd Rundgren's Utopia, I continue to listen to the music. Spoiler Alert: "Oops Wrong Planet" would rank very, very high. This track is from that record.

Hip Hop Is Dead- Nas
I don't always listen to Nas, or "In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida," for that matter, but when I do, I like to do it at the same time and this track makes it easy.

Amethyst Realm- The Claypool Lennon Delirium
Sean Lennon has been in the news lately after curating his dad's 80th birthday box, as well as interviewing Paul McCartney, Elton John and Julian Lennon for the BBC. This album was a favorite of 2019 and I had played it so much, I needed to give it a rest. I took it off the shelf recently and it still knocks me out. This one seems like a good way to go out.

9 comments:

Marcelo Romero said...

Jokerman is my favorite Dylan tune. Incredible lyrics, wonderful arrangement, Sly & Robbie rhythm section, and an absolutely beautiful video. His vocal delivery is second to none. Have you seen his electric version of this song as performed on David Letterman in '83 with the Cruzados backing him up? Killer.

Sal Nunziato said...

@Marcelo,
Yes!
Check this out!
https://burnwoodtonite.blogspot.com/2020/08/dylan-goes-punk.html

Dr Wu said...

‘Infidels’, The London Suede, ‘Low’, and 20/20 featured in the Song of the Day - thank you! It’s going to be a good day!

Marcelo Romero said...

Oh man, I had it was different group. I like how the trio just plows through while the correct harmonica is sought. Great band! And a great rocked out version of the song, too.

Sal Nunziato said...

Marcelo,
You're correct. The Plugz became The Cruzados.
But how cool is that Daniel Romano record?

mauijim said...

Sal
Where can i read the Costello article ?

thanks
mj

Sal Nunziato said...

MJ,
Link in the chat box. Scott posted it,

Michael Giltz said...

Infidels was the first "new" Dylan album I bought and I think it holds up very well. The vocals that really get me, that make me smile are the ones for "What's a Sweetheart Like You Doing In A Place Like This?" Master class, etc etc.

Marcelo Romero said...

Very cool!