Steely Dan, Carolyn Leonhart – Pixeleen
Oldies Songs A nostalgic reflection on fleeting beauty and the relentless march of progress. Released in 2003 as part of their album Everything Must Go, “Pixeleen” isn’t a chart-topper in the traditional…
Steely Dan – Josie
A poignant portrait of a returning hometown girl, tinged with both admiration and melancholy. “Josie,” a standout track from Steely Dan’s critically acclaimed 1977 album, Aja, is more than just…
Emmylou Harris – Boulder to Birmingham
A Heartfelt Ode to Loss and Longing: Emmylou Harris’s “Boulder to Birmingham” “Boulder to Birmingham” is a poignant ballad that encapsulates the profound grief and yearning experienced after the loss…
Emmylou Harris With The Oak Ridge Boys – I’ll Fly Away
A Journey to the Promised Land: Exploring the Enduring Appeal of “I’ll Fly Away” “I’ll Fly Away”, performed by the incomparable Emmylou Harris alongside the harmonious voices of The Oak…
Harry McClintock – Big Rock Candy Mountain
A Hobo’s Dream: Escaping Reality in a Land of Plenty “Big Rock Candy Mountain” by Harry McClintock, a song that has journeyed through generations, offers a lighthearted glimpse into a…
The Whites – Keep on the Sunny Side
A Timeless Anthem of Hope and Resilience “Keep on the Sunny Side” is more than just a catchy tune; it’s a timeless anthem that has resonated with generations, offering solace…
Walter Becker – Down in the Bottom
A Groovy Descent into the Shadows of Urban Life This isn’t just a song; it’s a mood, a vibe, a snapshot of a particular time and place. Released in 1994…
Walter Becker – You Go Where I Go
A Melancholic Exploration of Loyalty and Shared Destinies. Released in 2008 as part of Becker’s second solo album, “Circus Money,” “You Go Where I Go” is a deeply personal and…
The Osmonds – Julie
A Sweet Serenade of Youthful Admiration Julie, released in 1972 on the album Crazy Horses, is a charming ballad that captures the innocent adoration of youth. While the Crazy Horses…
The Osmonds – Before The Beginning
A Nostalgic Look Back: The Osmonds’ “Before The Beginning” and the Dawn of a Musical Dynasty “Before The Beginning” is a reflective ballad that explores themes of innocence, anticipation, and…