If The First Edition had stayed a hard rock band, they might have just become one-hit wonders. Pivoting to country helped them last longer and allowed for Kenny to have his huge solo success in that field.
Newbury was enough a part of the outlaw movement for Waylon Jennings to name-check him in "Luchenback, Texas", with a reference to "Newbury's pain songs".
I'm sure you're right. Being a rock and roll devotee, I just prefer that talent of that magnitude stay on my own team and not defect to another one. They kind of did well for themselves, I have to admit, but selfishly I loved what they did on this song.
Thanks for pointing out the name-check. Nice reference.
5. I went to a party where a guy had acid in a water pistol 🔫 he was squirting little bursts randomly at people… truth is it didn’t end well! Not recommended, don’t try it a home.
Favorite Coen Brothers film for my husband: The Big Lebowski. (and it’s been a running theme in our relationship) To the point I framed a poster for him. It’s not mine though.
Mine was a more serious one (spoiler) called “A Serious Man” which coincidentally takes place in Minnesota and is a bit atypical for their fare - it is more autobiographical in nature as the setting mirrors the Coens own upbringing in a Jewish suburb in Minnesota. Culturally, I could connect with it in so many ways through stories from my childhood and my dad’s experiences. Also “Fargo” both the film and the show! Though I know they aren’t really involved anymore in the show.
I'm dying to know how Lebowski is a running theme, but I won't pry!
That's very interesting about "A Serious Man" resonating with you in terms of personal experience. I saw it quite a while ago and it did feel atypical, maybe because they're just so good at humor and hijinks and that had a different tone.
Fargo -- seems like a perfect movie. Blows me away every time I see it. TV show is great too.
Trying to google his songs to find out more information there wasn't much. But I was interested to hear her talk about why his music meant so much to here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0N3fdQeeUHY
Thanks for sharing those links. I like Willie's version too, he brings a whole different flavor, you can really hear what a great melody it is and how he gives the words a whole different spin. And Gretchen's version is haunting and beautiful and soulful, really love it.
What a great find Gretchen talking about Mickey's influence! And the album with covers of his songs. I plan to listen all the way through. I didn't know about her, and what a career and a voice.
I'm so glad you appreciated it. After I posted that I saw your reply to David Perlmutter where you said that you're more of a Rock person than country. But I'm glad that you gave it a listen and enjoyed the songs.
I think that clip of Gretchen Peters talking about Mickey is great. She says a lot in a fairly short time, and comes across as person rather than a performer -- and an interesting person.
I don't feel like I'm an expert on Gretchen Peters either, but I have a couple of her albums, and like them. As a bit of a spoiler I did select a Gretchen Peters song for the Tune Tag with Brad that will post on Tuesday; so tune in for that if you want.
If The First Edition had stayed a hard rock band, they might have just become one-hit wonders. Pivoting to country helped them last longer and allowed for Kenny to have his huge solo success in that field.
Newbury was enough a part of the outlaw movement for Waylon Jennings to name-check him in "Luchenback, Texas", with a reference to "Newbury's pain songs".
I'm sure you're right. Being a rock and roll devotee, I just prefer that talent of that magnitude stay on my own team and not defect to another one. They kind of did well for themselves, I have to admit, but selfishly I loved what they did on this song.
Thanks for pointing out the name-check. Nice reference.
4. Fabulous Baker Brothers
5. I went to a party where a guy had acid in a water pistol 🔫 he was squirting little bursts randomly at people… truth is it didn’t end well! Not recommended, don’t try it a home.
That is my favorite Jeff Bridges film too! Jeff, Beau, and Michelle all amazing, music setting, great story.
I was planning acid-filled squirt guns as a party favor. Dang. Now I'll have to think of something else.
Thank you. I'm slightly more pluralistic in my taste- genre doesn't matter so long as the playing and/or singing is genuine and good.
I have little country experience, so do feel free to offer the benefit of your knowledge and experience going forward. I'm always happy to learn more.
Favorite Coen Brothers film for my husband: The Big Lebowski. (and it’s been a running theme in our relationship) To the point I framed a poster for him. It’s not mine though.
Mine was a more serious one (spoiler) called “A Serious Man” which coincidentally takes place in Minnesota and is a bit atypical for their fare - it is more autobiographical in nature as the setting mirrors the Coens own upbringing in a Jewish suburb in Minnesota. Culturally, I could connect with it in so many ways through stories from my childhood and my dad’s experiences. Also “Fargo” both the film and the show! Though I know they aren’t really involved anymore in the show.
I'm dying to know how Lebowski is a running theme, but I won't pry!
That's very interesting about "A Serious Man" resonating with you in terms of personal experience. I saw it quite a while ago and it did feel atypical, maybe because they're just so good at humor and hijinks and that had a different tone.
Fargo -- seems like a perfect movie. Blows me away every time I see it. TV show is great too.
That's a fun song to highlight.
I like Willie Nelson's mellower version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6f754xyJ63U
I don't know much about Mickey Newburry. A few months ago I found out about Gretchen Peters album of Newbury covers: https://gretchenpeters.com/music/the-night-you-wrote-that-song-the-songs-of-mickey-newbury/
Trying to google his songs to find out more information there wasn't much. But I was interested to hear her talk about why his music meant so much to here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0N3fdQeeUHY
And her cover of "The Night That You Wrote That Song" floors me: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Punabc8yEWk&list=PLkgT0FhWXwaHr1uBxMZLWMhSTV8EheYED
Thanks for sharing those links. I like Willie's version too, he brings a whole different flavor, you can really hear what a great melody it is and how he gives the words a whole different spin. And Gretchen's version is haunting and beautiful and soulful, really love it.
What a great find Gretchen talking about Mickey's influence! And the album with covers of his songs. I plan to listen all the way through. I didn't know about her, and what a career and a voice.
You might be interested in Mickey singing his own version of "Just Dropped In" -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-UjTueNoLY
I'm so glad you appreciated it. After I posted that I saw your reply to David Perlmutter where you said that you're more of a Rock person than country. But I'm glad that you gave it a listen and enjoyed the songs.
I think that clip of Gretchen Peters talking about Mickey is great. She says a lot in a fairly short time, and comes across as person rather than a performer -- and an interesting person.
I don't feel like I'm an expert on Gretchen Peters either, but I have a couple of her albums, and like them. As a bit of a spoiler I did select a Gretchen Peters song for the Tune Tag with Brad that will post on Tuesday; so tune in for that if you want.
I'll look forward to that Tune Tag and hearing your tunes.
Big L is definitely the fave Coen Bros movie in our house. And thanks for the New Edition chronicle. Love all these learning moments.
Thanks, Thea!