1970: Domino. This opening track on his fourth album is a tribute to Fats Domino and was originally a longer piece but was cut down when Morrison was asked for more ‘radio-friendly’ singles. White R&B with a touch of God thrown in for good measure. Classic Van. – Kristen Anderson https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89-BxTA7JQo
The Gift-Giving Season is upon us, and here’s a classic stockingstuffer. Thanks to Kristen Anderson for this Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanzaa gifting suggestion… ‘The Tea Party Coloring Book for Kids’ “The Tea Party Coloring Book for Kids,” published by Really Big Coloring Books of St. Louis, purports to be a “teaching and learning tool.” But many of the …
“Summertime in England” is from Van’s Common One album, his least popular and most misunderstood work. The song is typically 15 minutes in length, an incredible blend of jazz and gospel, suffering and bliss, and is best enjoyed live. Saxophonist Pee Wee Ellis has free reign in this 1980 Montreux Jazz Festival appearance. Love it! …
Greg Greenway, originally from Richmond VA, moved to Boston for it’s rich music scene. Drawing on blues and jazz in his music, Greg’s lyrics are reminiscent of Guthrie and others that came before. This particular song was written after Greg’s visit to MLK’s assassination site. He states he wanted to write a tribute but believed …