It Ain't Me, I Ain't No Fortunate One

I've been on a real Creedence Clearwater Revival kick lately after listening to my dad's old copy of Chronicles Vol. 1. I go through phases with their music, sometimes I think I'm going to kill someone if I hear "Proud Mary" one more time, sometimes I'll say that "Bad Moon Rising" is the greatest song ever. CCR has always been one of my dad's favorite bands, coming in only after the Beatles and the Beach Boys probably, so my first exposure to their music came through him. I've heard "Hey Tonight" ever since I can remember, even before I ever heard "Proud Mary" or some of their other well known hits. Their music just sparks an instant sort of happiness in me, anytime I hear "Down on the Corner" or "Around the Bend" I can't help but smile. I love "Bad Moon Rising", but call me crazy, every time I listen to it something bad happens to me! Needless to say, that one doesn't get as much rotation as I'd like it to. Their music just doesn't seem to sound dated at all, any time you put on "Willy and the Poor Boys" it sounds just as good as it did when it was made.

I have had enough, so act your age

Today's Beatles song of the day is...
"You Won't See Me"

When I call you up
Your line's engaged
I have had enough
So act your age

We have lost the time
That was so hard to find
And I will loose my mind
If you won't see me

I don't know why you
Should want to hide
But I can't get through
My hands are tied

I won't want to stay
I don't have much to say
But I can turn away
And you won't see me

Time after time you refuse to even listen
I wouldn't mind if I knew what I was missing

Though the days are few
They're filled with tears
And since I lost you
It feels like years

Yes it seems so long
Girl since you've been gone
I just can't go on
If you won't see me

This track comes from the Album "Rubber Soul" and was inspired by Paul McCartney's relationship with Jane Asher, who was not returning his calls and just flat out ignoring him. It's one of the few Beatles songs where Paul actually sings the lower harmony.

Their Hearts Were Full Of Summer

Here's what I've been listening to this summer:

"Van Diemen's Land" by U2
It's the only U2 track that I can think of that is actually sung by The Edge, and it's great. It's very mellow and the Edge does a great job with his vocal oppertunity.

"Running Down a Dream" by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
This is a great track for when your driving with the windows down on a Friday afternoon. My favorite part of this song though is the guitar solo, which is just fantastic. It just has that summer vibe to it.

"American Slang" by the Gaslight AnthemAs I've mentioned before, The Gaslight Anthem just might be my new favorite band. This track just gets stuck in my head with it's adrenaline propelled chorus and it's beautifully cryptic lyrics. This band combines the best elements of Bruce Springsteen's and the Clash's blue collar sound and updates them without sounding fake. If you haven't heard of them I HIGHLY suggest you check out all of their records, because I can't think of anything bad to say about any of them.

"I'da Called You Woody, Joe"-The Gaslight Anthem
Normally when I compile lists like this I try to avoid repeats, but this song can't be left off. It's a tribute to JOE STRUMMER! How could I say no? It's very heartfelt and you can really tell that Joe and the Clash had a deep impact on him. It's just like Joe would have wanted it: no pretenses and straight from the heart.

"And I heard it in his chain gang soul.
It wasn't just the same sad song.
Sayin', "Let it out, let it out, let it out, you're doing all right."
And I'm doing all right,
Are you doing all right?

And I carried these songs as a comfort wherever I'd go.
They was there when my summers was high, There when she left me alone.
Saying, "The soul is hard to find." "

"Not Dark Yet" by Bob DylanThis track just has a thick swamp groove. It sounds like he's on the bayou just...waiting. It's slow, and kind of peaceful.

"Boys of Summer" by Don Henley

This is my quintessential summer song. Every time I hear it it just puts me in that state of mind. And also, there's just something about the term "Boys of summer" that I like.

As for my summer reading, I've recently just finished "Redemption Song: The Ballad of Joe Strummer" by Chris Salewicz. Overall I thought it was a great read all though it takes a while for it to get to the Clash portion of his life.

Just a little summer update for y'all!

You Told Me Fortunes In American Slang

Title is from "American Slang" by the Gaslight Anthem who just might be my new favorite band. Only about two and a half weeks until I go back to Virginia!! So excited!

I'd Like to Be, Under the Sea

Along with Sir. Paul, RINGO also had a birthday that I missed! July 7th was Ringo's birthday and I just want to wish him a happy belated one!

The Jailer Man, And Sailor Sam, Will Search Forever More For The Band On The Run

I apologize very profusely for my absence! The summer has just been so crazy! But no longer will I neglect the blog, so let's get on with things...
PAUL MCCARTNEY HAD A BIRTHDAY ON JUNE 18TH. And I neglected to celebrate it, so HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY to Sir. Paul McCartney!

Baby You Can Drive My Car

I feel the need for a pick-up no? Next in the 50 CELEBRITY DATES CHALLENGE:

6. Kasey Kahne
I always feel like a redneck when I watch NASCAR, but Kasey certainly makes it all worth it.

Although one can not tell from above picture, Kasey Kahne is endowed with a particularly jaw dropping pair of baby blues that at the mere sight of will cause convulsions.

And just in case you weren't aware: Kasey is a NASCAR driver, who has yet to win this season but I still love him anyway.

So. pretty.

I hope you have all enjoyed Kasey Kahne's hotness as much as I have, that being a very large amount of enjoyment.

Title is from "Drive My Car" by the Beatles