Bobby Bare Jr., you jerk

Dearest Bobby Bare Jr.,

Damn you for making music that taps my predilections. Running the alt-country gambit from rock n’ roll to folk to country, then throwing in some pop? Are ya trying to keep me from my studies? Plus singing in that endearing and creeping voice of yours? That’s just not playing fair. Fine, I acquiesce. Laptop aside, feet propped on desk, listening, sighing, smiling.

Your pals from MMJ and your old man are culpable too, buddy.

On Nashville: “I saw Elvis make out with Jesus in a yellow limousine.” Of course you did.

A Storm - A Tree - My Mother's Head

On breakups: “I climbed the top of the Golden Gate Bridge, but I forgot I’m afraid of heights. One of us has got to go.” Allegorical truths.

On livestock: “Your goat is on fire.” ?

Preview or get album here

Don’t worry, darlin’, you’re not the only one being cursed for making affecting music. Dylan LeBlanc is about to get a letter regarding If time was for wasting. But, I’ll save that story for next time (see September Playlist of debauchery and delight).

Yours truly,

E

Junip – yes the 70’s were pretty cool.

If you like your music heavily steeped in the late 1970’s, including ethereal artwork and bearded players, then Fields is an album for you. Add some good layering and Jose Gonzalez’s magnetic voice, and you’ve got an album for me. Seriously, when that man tells me “It’s alright,” I believe him.

It’s Alright from Fields by Junip | Listening Party.

Another album from Spinner this week.

The Drums – BYODP

Here, have some fun. Bring your own dance party.

Listen to the new album – Spinner.

The Drums is every bit as fluffy as you’d expect a new indie pop record to be. If you missed the 80’s, or if you’re feeling sunny, give it a spin.