New Music Tuesday

Three items I'll highlight,. I downloaded the new Lord Huron album. They were playing at the Black Cat the same day as Frightened Rabbit. Freelance Whales is also out with a new album, though I may wait a bit on this. Why are MP3 prices rising so much?

And I've sung the praises of Tift Merritt before, and I didn't even know she had a new album out. Her album came out a week ago, and title track "Traveling Alone" is fantastic. She's perfect for fans of the Watson Twins, Justin Townes Earle, Brandi Carlile, Deer Tick, or Goldfrapp.

"Engine to Turn"

Love this song "Engine to Turn," and these lyrics, by Tift Merritt.

Most days I want to speed up.
Seems like I ought to slow down.
Maybe the pieces are here, if I just took a good look around...

I’m just trying to get the engine to turn.
I’m just trying to smile through my tears.
And I still got so much to learn,
But the best I can is what I have to give,
Gonna give it while I’m here. 

Tuesday Tunes

I really am liking the Justin Townes Earle album, and I'm leaning toward buying it. "Memphis in the Rain" is a really catchy tune.

And to go along with that is some Tift Merritt. Why don't I own her music?

Spiritualized's "Hey Jane" is a great, but long, track.  Add that to your new release list. I wasn't as familiar with their earlier work, but the new album is very catchy.  I like the Sarah Jaffe one, too.

Tift Merritt

I think I checked a few weeks ago, but I didn't find much Tift Merritt on Spotify.  Yes, I do think I use the word "terrific" too often, but it is wisely used in this instance. "Write My Ticket Home" is a fun track, and I like "Engine To Turn" from my ipod. Good stuff for  Friday!!!!!