Sean Hayes - Powerful Stuff

I had a short visit from my nephew William this week. He's neat, and he likes neat music. This is one of the musicians he shared with me. Thanks for sharing, Will.

First Aid Kit - King of the World

I went to see First Aid Kit recently and didn't get to hear this song live, but I've been enjoying it an awful lot in my car. I dare you to listen to it and not move. Go ahead.

Deb Talan - The Gladdest Thing

I've been busy with a number of projects, but I wanted to share with you this nice, gentle song. Sorry that it isn't a real video, but listen to the words. Be a champion of small things. Happy weekend, folks!

Zola Jesus - Poor Animal

I've been listening to these folks a lot this week. I think one of the reasons I like them is that I have no idea what she's singing. That seems about right, this week. Happy weekend!

Brandi Carlile - Cannonball

I just love this voice, don't you?

I'll be taking a break from Phthalo, a week or a month, I'm not sure, to work on a few projects that have been calling to me. Don't go too far away, okay?

Have a lovely weekend!

Birds of Paradise - Basia Bulat

Happy weekend, friends!

Keep the Car Running - Arcade Fire

Have a lovely weekend, folks!

The Shore - Basia Bulat

You know when you hear a voice, like no other voice you know, matched perfectly to a song? That's Basia.

Happy weekend, folks!

Eliza Doolittle - Moneybox

I've been listening to Eliza all day, tapping, swaying and bobbing in my seat.
Can you listen to it only once?

Happy weekend, my friends!

Florence + The Machine - I'm Not Calling You a Liar

I think such a colorful week deserves finishing with a song from a colorful songstress, don't you?

Happy weekend, friends!

Alison Krauss - Down to the River to Pray

Once I tried to retrieve some deleted images from a damaged memory card. The software I was using was more successful than I could ever have dreamed. I found some images on the card from the camera's previous owner, pictures of adult baptisms at a river. Pictures that I certainly didn't take. While voyeuristic, yes, there was something strangely touching about seeing these pictures. But also, I really like Alison Krauss, don't you?

Happy weekend!

The Smiths - Bigmouth

I've been listening to a lot of old favorites lately for my little song project, and The Smiths turned up. It reminds me of art school, which dates me, I suppose. But you know? The epitome of pretention, they still stand up to the test of time and make for fun Friday afternoon listening.

Lazy Eye - Silversun Pickups

The video is a bit odd, but I just love how this song builds. Happy weekend, folks!

City and Colour - The Girl

Happy Friday, folks! This song is three years old, but it never loses its charm. Don't you agree?
I just wonder, what's he doing in our neighborhood ravine?

Feeling Good - Nina Simone

I love this video ... can there be a better song for Friday afternoon?
Have a lovely weekend, friends!

Arcade Fire - Headlights Look Like Diamonds

My friend Lauren turned me onto this song, and I keep coming back to it.
Have a lovely weekend, friends!

Memphis Minnie - Me and My Chaffeur Blues

Time plays funny tricks on us. Sometimes I think I was in Memphis a week ago for five minutes, and other times I think I spent a month there a year ago. That I even think about these time relationships means I miss it; even miss just being on the road, me and my chauffeur, not knowing what I was going to see, hear, or taste next.

Thank you for indulging me this week in sharing what I saw and the thoughts and images it all inspired. What I hope I have imparted is that we Americans have the good fortune of living in an intensely interesting country; it is our birthright to explore it. 

If you want to see more pictures from Tennesee, please go here.

But for now, enjoy a little Memphis Minnie, and have a lovely weekend!

Chelsea Dagger - The Fratellis

Hi friends, I don't mean to ignore you ... it's been a whirlwind of a week in my parts. I hope you all have an amazing weekend with friends, family and good food.

Dashboard - Modest Mouse

A little Modest Mouse to get your weekend started. You'll also find me over here this evening ... oh, and a little celebrating for me, as you can also find me in here.

Happy Weekend!

Someday - The Strokes

You know how you just go through phases? I'm into The Strokes these days. Oh, and you'll find me over here tonight. Happy weekend, friends!