John Prine – Illegal Smile
Oldies Songs A Gentle Act of Rebellion Wrapped in a Humorous Haze Ah, John Prine. The name itself conjures up images of smoky backrooms, wry smiles, and a voice that sounded like…
John Prine – Spanish Pipedream
A wistful reflection on fleeting encounters and the allure of dreams. When “Spanish Pipedream” first graced our ears back in 1971, as part of his self-titled debut album, it didn’t…
John Prine & Iris DeMent – (We’re Not) The Jet Set
A Heartfelt Ballad of Everyday Dreams and Disappointments: John Prine and Iris DeMent’s “(We’re Not) The Jet Set” Ah, the bittersweet symphony of life, where dreams of glamorous escapades often…
John Prine – Your Flag Decal Won’t Get You Into Heaven Anymore
A Hymn to Humility: Unpacking John Prine’s “Your Flag Decal Won’t Get You Into Heaven Anymore” John Prine, the poet laureate of the everyday, the chronicler of the common man,…
John Prine – Clay Pigeons
A Ballad of Broken Dreams and Second Chances: John Prine’s “Clay Pigeons” John Prine’s “Clay Pigeons” is a poignant reflection on resilience, loss, and the quiet dignity of starting over,…
John Prine & Iris DeMent – In spite of ourselves
A Timeless Duet: John Prine and Iris DeMent’s “In Spite of Ourselves” – A Celebration of Imperfect Love “In Spite of Ourselves” is a tender and humorous ode to the…
John Prine – Angel From Montgomery
A Heartbreaking Anthem of Longing and Resilience “Angel from Montgomery” is more than just a song; it’s a poignant narrative woven with threads of longing, resilience, and the quiet desperation…