Yesterday I happened to see an ad for KFC featuring an older gentleman playing a heartfelt cover of Linger by the Cranberries. A quick Google search revealed the name of the musician so, of course, I had to learn everything I could about Frank Watkinson.
Imagine this: in all of Sweden, you might just be the biggest fan of a certain iconic musician. As part of an unusual experiment exploring solitary versus communal experiences, you’re invited to a mini-concert by your hero.
How difficult is it to construct a compelling melody out of thin air? As it turns out, it’s not so hard…if you’re Elton John.
If you’re a fan of classic rock, I have a video for you. In this beautiful black and white footage recorded in Denmark in 1969, Led Zeppelin performs a haunting arrangement of Babe I’m Gonna Leave You from their first album.
My good friend Jose shared this video with me earlier this week, and it’s like nothing I’ve ever seen before.
I love the first song in this Tiny Desk Concert. It’s an acoustic version of Black Sun, by Ben Gibbard. Enjoy…
Here’s some soothing Friday music for trying times. This whole set is great but I especially love the first song, This is the Last Time.
I love when an artist covers a great old song, not just following the original formula, but adding something special.
Take 2.5 minutes out of your day to watch this young man play Dance Monkey, with flair and finesse, on a public piano in a London train station.
Check out this haunting black and white video of Strand of Oaks performing Bonfire from 2010.
Here’s another video from the Tiny Desk (Home) Concert series. I particularly love the second song in this set, Everything I Wanted, featuring beautiful harmonies with Billie Eilish and her brother and collaborator, Finneas.
I’m gonna make Sundays music day. Today’s post features an American electronic pop duo from Durham, North Carolina called Sylvan Esso.
Back in November of 2018 Dave Matthews recorded a solo performance at NPR’s legendary Tiny Desk.
Reportedly written about Joe Strummer…
