Today's Quick Mention: Despite really wanting to, I didn't
manage to make it to either of the shows that I recommended on Friday.
Anyone who went care to report back on what took place with Vive Voce and/or
White Rabbits?
While everyone seemingly spent the weekend deciding that Discovery was going
to be the next best thing since last weekend, I was listening to Calexico.
Yes, I realize that's not as excited as choosing a new fad, but the
song below is from a tribute album to the late Chris Gaffney (Hacienda
Brothers), which is way more noble. And stuff. Man Of
Somebody's Dreams is out now on Yep Roc. Why hasn't it been talked
about more? Enjoy.
:Calexico
- Frank's Tavern:
I wish I could say I'm familiar enough with Chris Gaffney to
note what Calexico's twist on this song is compared to the
original version, but I have no clue. So what to
expect? Honestly, this sounds like the Calexico that
you've been listening to for years - the horns are perfectly
placed, the pace is just right and Joey Burns' seasoned
voice is a joy to the ears. In other words, it
would appear that they made the track their own, which is
certainly not a bad thing. Grab headphones for this!
Calexico - Crystal Frontier (Official Video)
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