Classic Vinyl
- Hand Me Down World-The Guess Who (Although it might not hold up in the way the universal sentiments of "These Eyes" do, "Hand Me Down World" is a very 1970 sentiment expressed in a memorable chorus. This is one of the band's better hits; unfortunately, radio stations sometimes overlook it.)
- Don't Know Why (Live)-Norah Jones (Jones sings off the beat at times here, and it works. If music-of-your-life radio stations are around 20 years from now, this tune should be a primary staple of any playlist.)
- You Send Me-Tony Mottola (I can't imagine anyone improving upon Sam Cooke's version of this, but Mottola pulls off a respectable guitar instrumental here, and the faster tempo works better than you might expect.)
- Tell Me A Bedtime Story-Herbie Hancock (One of Hancock's most memorable melodies, with an effectively dreamy atmosphere. Quincy Jones covers it effectively, as well.)
- My Funny Valentine-Linda Ronstadt (Some pop artists start recording standards late in their careers when they haven't hit the charts for a while; it's not an advisable pursuit, however, for every artist, as not every voice is suited for Great American Songbook tunes. Ronstadt, on the other hand, enhanced her long, respected career by doing so; her voice was a natural, emotive fit for "My Funny Valentine" and other standards.)
- Darling-Real Estate (One of 2017's more tuneful gems, so far. A pleasant guitar melody and vocals that convey the softer, Kings Of Convenience-style side of power pop.)
- Waiting On The World To Change-Taj Mahal/Keb' Mo' (I've praised both of these artists previously on this blog, so it's a pleasure to hear their new release, "TajMo." Bonnie Raitt's vocals blend well with theirs on this song about waiting for justice.)
- Infinite Soul-The Grip Weeds (Guitar-heavy, energetic sing-along rock that deserves more radio airplay.)
