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Coldplay
“See You Soon”

Listening to Mat made me want to feature a Coldplay song. Hopefully this isn’t one you’ve heard. They certainly don’t play this one on the radio. It’s from a CD released in 2000 (Blue Room), and it isn’t available everywhere. If you’re a crazed Coldplay fan like me, then you’ve certainly heard this song before.

This song needs no explanation (but I’ll give you one anyway).

It’s about someone’s insecurity — someone who apparently can’t trust, and shuts them self in from (I assume) relationships. (source: songfacts.com)

I featured it for many reasons. Listen to the words.

“Don’t lose your trust…”

Frou Frou,Imogen Heap,Guy Sigsworth
“Let Go”

I first heard this song while watching the movie “The Holiday” (Which is an awesome movie, by the way).
I can’t believe I hadn’t already been exposed to Frou Frou having already listened to everything by Imogen Heap.
Who knew she had a side project called Frou Frou? Ok, so I did know, but for some reason I skipped over this one.

I know it’s a bit of Electronica/Dance and a mix of downtempo trippy stuff, but I love it. There’s something about her voice that makes me a bit swimmy in the head.

Enjoy.

Iron & Wine
“Naked as we came”

As we come into this world naked, so too shall we leave it in similar form. This song is about as sad as anything I’ve ever heard.

As Mat Kearney put it, This song is a “haunting and beautiful love song that make death seem pretty.”

I tend to agree. Thanks to Jordan for introducing me to Iron and Wine.

Amy Winehouse
“You know I’m no good”

She’s making a buzz lately. Her PR people are working overtime. She’s an unapologetic drinker, apparently.
I can’t help but love her style, though. There’s something raw and honest about her singing style. Couple that with dope ass beats and and old school feel, and I’m game.

The UK’ers aren’t playing around these days. I feel like Lilly Allen should be tomorrow. Any takers?

Regina Spektor
“Apres Moi”

This isn’t the first time I’ve featured a Regina Spektor song. I had a talk with a buddy of mine yesterday who mentioned Regina. It served as inspiration for today’s posting of this song, “Apres Moi”. Her classical training really burns through this song. I can’t get enough.

Lily Allen
“Littlest Things”

Not only does this song have really interesting musical tidbits, but the lyrics are high quality also. Something tells me she spends a lot of time working on being a lyricist. I think she pulls it off nicely. Good form. Cheers mate.

Justin King
“Your Black Hair”

I’m not sure what this song’s title really is. I can’t seem to find any mention of it in any form. If you know, please do tell me. I’m told from a very reliable source that the name of this song is “Your Black Hair”.

What I do know is that Justin King is an amazing guitarist. If you don’t believe me, check out this video. (tip: skip ahead to the 45 second mark)

His skills on the guitar are undeniable.

A friend of mine (Casey) asked me about a song I had once sent her — this song — just as I was looking for a song to post today. It was reason enough to stop looking for a song. Serendipity was working overtime.

Enjoy!

John Dowland,Sting,Edin Karamazov
“Come Again”

It seems as though Sting finds a way to crop up here and there from time to time. This time he’s performing a piece composed by John Dowland (1563-1626), performed by Edin Karamazov (on lute).

Sting’s Songs from the Labyrinth is not for the average listener, but it was not meant to be. It’s a must for any serious music collector. Sting not only covers these 17th century compositions, but he also joins Karamazov on a couple of the duets, and reads a bit of a letter written by John Dowland.

Suspend disbelief for just a moment — A 21st century pop artist is actually featuring works originally played for the Danish courts in the 17th century. The appreciation of classical art evolves before our ears.

Josh Rouse
“Sad Eyes”

I’ve delayed posting this song twice already. I like the first 2/3rds of this song. The latter bit of it is too loud for me. If there exists an acoustic version of this song somewhere, I want it.

You should listen to this CD. It’s pretty good — then listen to 1972. It’s good as well.

Cesaria Evora
“Petit Pays”

You can find a few amazing remixes of this song. My favorite remix is the “Chatau Flight” remix. It’s perfectly packed with percussive parts.

I’m out of “P”s now — great. Anyway, give this a listen. It’s a departure from the recent norm, but I felt a need to mix things up a bit.

Her style of music is a bit of a mix of an African style mixed with a Brazilian style. Google her if you must. (and you must!)