William's Song a Day Blog - est. September 2007

From: In the End ; Year: 2019; Genre: Alternative Rock Heard some of their music yesterday whilst running errands, which got me thinking about the band once more. Even after half a decade since Dolores O'Riordan's passing, thinking about it still affects me quite a lot. Her voice and music were such a big part of my teenage years and on; probably the same for others. Anyway, this was the final song and title-track for the band's final album, which was released posthumously; her vocals were, as with many other bands before and since with a similar fate, pieced together from demos and other recordings on hand.    Hear In the End on YouTube.       My song pick 1 year ago today: Dr. John - Il Est Ne, Le Divin Enfant   My song pick 2 years ago today: Louis Armstrong with Velma Middleton - Baby It's Cold Outside   My song pick 3 years ago today: Primus - Hail Santa   My song pick 4 years ago today: Soundgarden - Head Down   My song pick 5 years ...

From: That Christmas Feeling ; Year: 1958; Genre: Christmas Music Just a Christmas tune that popped into my mind today; probably heard it recently. You hear a lot of Bing Crosby year around in the current town in which I reside, being that it is where the man grew up; they're very quick to remind everyone of him. Anyway, this is a more contemporary song that originated as a poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow in the mid 19th century during the Civil War and has a central theme about faith and positive thought overcoming the darkness and despair of the time. Although it had been set to music prior, the version most would be familiar with would most likely be that of Johnny Marks from 1956, which Bing's version is derived. However, other versions might be more prevalent in different parts of the globe.   Hear I Head the Bells on Christmas Day on YouTube.       My song pick 1 year ago today: John Denver - Christmas for Cowboys   My song pick 2 years ago today: ...

From: We Wish You a Metal Xmas and a Headbanging New Year ; Year: 2008; Genre: Metal/Christmas Music Alright, here is another seasonal song pick for the occasion. It's amazing how since Savatage alumni did their Trans-Siberian Orchestra project that metal and related genres have been utilized for the Christmas season; it really makes sense that they would go so well together with the emotion, pageantry, and symphonic nature of many metal sub-genres. Anyway, this is an excellent metal version of one of favourite contemporary carols. As you might expect, it especially focuses on Simon Phillips' drumming, which is great, but it's at its best when they all kick in.   Hear their rendition of Little Drummer Boy on YouTube.       My song pick 1 year ago today: Claymation Christmas Celebration - Joy to the World   My song pick 2 years ago today: The (Young) Rascals - How Can I Be Sure   My song pick 3 years ago today: Hot & Sassy - Christmas Strutt   My...

From: Free Your Mind... and Your Ass Will Follow ; Year: 1970; Genre: Psychedelic Rock Just wanted to pick another track that features Eddie Hazel's guitar playing, no other reason.    Hear Eulogy and Light on YouTube.         My song pick 1 year ago today: Gene Autry - Joy to the World   My song pick 2 years ago today: Rufus Thomas - I'll Be Your Santa Baby   My song pick 3 years ago today: David Bowie & Bing Crosby - Peace on Earth/Little Drummer Boy   My song pick 4 years ago today: Uriah Heep - Take Away My Soul   My song pick 5 years ago today: Jethro Tull - Salamander's Rag Time   My song pick 6 years ago today: Gloryhammer - Universe on Fire My song pick 7 years ago today: Bon Jovi - Lay Your Hands on Me My song pick 8 years ago today: James Brown - Santa Claus Gave Me a Brand New Start My song pick 9 years ago today: The United States of America - Stranded in Time My song pick 10 years ago today: Boston - Can't...

From: A Garfield Christmas Special ; Year: 1987; Genre: Jazz Alright, am now making a concerted effort to get in a more "merry" mood this year. This one was kind of a short "showstopper" for the '87 Garfield Christmas Special and in my opinion the best of the soundtrack. Sadly though, they apparently never released an actual soundtrack for it, unlike with other ones. I can say, it does bring back a lot of memories always marking the day of the broadcast and hearing and seeing the sound of the CBS Special announcement. Even after all these years the work of Lou Rawls, Desirée Goyette, and Ed Bogas is as great as ever; simply timeless in their effort/performance.   Hear You Can Never Find An Elf When You Need One on YouTube.       My song pick 1 year ago today: James Brown And The Famous Flames - Merry Christmas Baby   My song pick 2 years ago today: Styx - Just Get Through This Night   My song pick 3 years ago today: Stevie Wonder - Someday At Christmas ...

From: Noar 't Café ; Year: 1987; Genre: Blues Rock Had them come on my playlist this morning, which immediately brightened up my mood. They are just one of those bands that has that ability; always find myself cranking the volume and poorly attempt to "sing" along in a language I can only slightly understand. Is not that the definition of having fun? No?   Hear Acht Cilinder Blues on YouTube.       My song pick 1 year ago today: Thompson Twins - In the Name of Love   My song pick 2 years ago today: David Bowie - Fill Your Heart   My song pick 3 years ago today: Bob Rivers - Sled Zeppelin   My song pick 4 years ago today: Bob Rivers Comedy Corp. - The Restroom Door Said, "Gentlemen"   My song pick 5 years ago today: King Crimson - Starless and Bible Black   My song pick 6 years ago today: Dr. Hook & The Medicine Show - Sylvia's Mother My song pick 7 years ago today: John Denver - Goodbye Again My song pick 8 years ago today: John McCu...