Bob Dylan: Sign on the Window
A new take on the poignant song from New Morning.
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Fairport Convention: Sailor’s Alphabet
One of my favourite songs from the Babbacombe Lee LP. And here’s an X-rated version.
Frank Zappa: Black Napkins (again)
In yesterday’s clip Zappa referred to an appearance on the Mike Douglas Show, where he was backed by the studio band. Here it is.
Sean Lock: Why women are paid less
Swimming against the PC tide, the late Sean Lock, RIP. I loved 15 Storeys High.
Frank Zappa: Black Napkins
One of FZ’s great guitar vehicles. This 1976 version clocks in at 18 minutes. The lass singing is Bianca Odin.
Nigel D and Lynda Lee
WHENEVER my better half and I were forced to admit that we worked for the Daily Mail, the first response would be: ‘Do you know Nigel Dempster?’ Swiftly followed by: ‘Do … Continue readingNigel D and Lynda Lee
Esbjörn Svensson Trio: Seven Days Of Falling/Elevation of Love
Supercool jazz from the Swedish pianist who died while scuba diving in 2008. He was 44, and had two sons. Love the double bass.
Richard Sinclair: Going for a Song
Always good to hear the old Caravanner.
Roky Erickson: Two Headed Dog (Red Temple Prayer)
Suggested by my friend Andy Marshall (and thanks for the treats).
Joni Mitchell and James Taylor: You Can Close Your Eyes
Just stumbled across this duet from 1970. It’s fairly obvious he was giving her one at the time (though not on stage, obv).