Thursday, September 30, 2010
The Ballad Of Sir Frankie Crisp
by
Hector Diego
I believe this is the first TWS posting of "The Ballad Of Sir Frankie Crisp," from Harrison's 1970 opus, All Things Must Pass. And it is great.
Greg Giraldo, 1965-2010
by
Jay Allbritton
Comedian Greg Giraldo died of an overdose yesterday at the age of 44. Giraldo was most famous for his work on comedy roasts, but he was much more than simply an "insult comedian". He gave up a career in law to become a comedian and he was very good at what he did. Comedian James Adomian recalls his trip with Giraldo to Monticello over 20 years ago.
Jenny and Johnny--Just Like Zeus
by
Jay Allbritton

This is a song they did not play, "Just Like Zeus".
Tony Curtis -1925-2010
by
Hector Diego
Curtis's film The Defiant Ones with Sydney Poitier was an important influence in my youth. He is one of the greats. He was 85.
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Casiotone for the Painfully Alone--Scattered Pearls
by
Jay Allbritton
Monday, September 27, 2010
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Tegan and Sara--Living Room
by
Jay Allbritton
I love this threatening lyric: "I hope I never figure out who broke your heart, because if I did..." What would happen? Asses would be kicked is what would happen, and it is what did happen when Tegan and Sara played "Living Room" live at Amoeba Records in that other Hollywood, the one in California, back in like 2007 or something.
I Met The Walrus
by
Hector Diego
"In 1969, a young boy snuck into John Lennon's hotel room with his tape recorder and persuaded him to do an interview."
The kid was somewhat of a fool, as anyone can see by some of his nonsensical ideas, but he had the great fortune of getting Lennon's interview. I think Lennon had a soft spot for youth.
In fact, I am sure of it. You must hear this interview.
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Holly Miranda--Ex-Factor
by
Jay Allbritton
This is a Lauren Hill cover Holly Miranda played in the back of a cab.
Lennon Says War Is Over...
by
Hector Diego
...if we want it. He sold peace to housewives, like soap. Perhaps this is a good place to start. Let's have Christmas today!
Friday, September 24, 2010
Holly Miranda--Ænema
by
Jay Allbritton
Holly Miranda of Jealous Girlfriends covers Tool's apocalyptic screed against materialistic culture as found in the city of angels.
Beatles LP Countdown - Get Back
by
Hector Diego
So this was the last Beatles song on the last Beatles album released, not produced. Loretta's mama is wearing high heel shoes, and a low neck sweater. Exactly how old is Loretta's mother? What's up with that?
Though not their best album as albums go, Let It Be is chock full of great music. So get back.
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Marijuana Initiative Gains Strength
by
Hector Diego

I emailed the Station Agent this afternoon, complaining that there was little to celebrate these days politically, and he sent me an article on the California marijuana initiative. So now I am in a better mood.
Read the article.
Coconut Records--Any Fun
by
Jay Allbritton
One of the many musical heirs of Elliott Smith is actor Jason Schwartzman, who replicates the soul and tone of Smith, if not his precision as a multi-instrumentalist or his sharpness as a songwriter. That is not criticism of Schwartzman, Smith's is a tall shadow to pass under.
I bring this up because Schwartzman is getting his third album ready. This is one from his last album (h/t TwentyFourBit).
I bring this up because Schwartzman is getting his third album ready. This is one from his last album (h/t TwentyFourBit).
Stewart, O'Reilly Tangle, Crossfire-style
by
Jay Allbritton
Jon Stewart crossed lightsabers with Bill O'Reilly on Fox. Here's how it went down:
Pt. 1:
Pt. 2:
Pt. 1:
Pt. 2:
Youngbloods - Get Together
by
Hector Diego
Love may not be where every answer ends, but it must be where every answer begins.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Little Joy--Next Time Around
by
Jay Allbritton
Los Angeles supergroup Little Joy is between albums right now. This tender slice of goodness is from 2008.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Herman Dune--My Home Is Nowhere Without You
by
Jay Allbritton
"There is nowhere like the ocean to drift
And the world is wonderful as it is
Now I might try to settle down on some beach in Malibu
But my home is nowhere without you"
And the world is wonderful as it is
Now I might try to settle down on some beach in Malibu
But my home is nowhere without you"
Monday, September 20, 2010
Jim James, Levon Helm Band--The Weight
by
Jay Allbritton
My Morning Jacket and Monsters of Folk member Jim James joined the Levon Helm Band for a crisp performance of The Band's classic "The Weight" (h/t You Ain't No Picasso).
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Beatles LP Countdown - The Long And Winding Road
by
Hector Diego
Because this song appeared on the last Beatles album released (not produced), it had a particularly lachrymose effect on many people. It still does. But all things must pass, as George Harrison noted.
The King is dead. Long live the King!
Saturday, September 18, 2010
The Defibulators--Get What's Coming
by
Jay Allbritton
From their appearance at the 2010 Americana Music Festival in Nashville, TN, earlier this month (h/t The Late Greats).
Friday, September 17, 2010
Dexter
by
Hector Diego
My wife and I are nuts for this show. Like a lot of other people. Hey, he only kills bad guys!
Fiona Apple--Extraordinary Machine
by
Jay Allbritton
Not sure when this happened, but it went down at Largo in LA. Word around the campfire is that Fiona will out out a new album in 2011.
Take it Down a Notch For America
by
Jay Allbritton

Gold Motel--Safe in L.A.
by
Jay Allbritton
From the Grog Shop in Cleveland Heights, Ohio. Not sure what happened to the drummer, but it sounds quite good, regardless.
Velvet Underground - Femme Fatale
by
Hector Diego
This song is dedicated to the Right Reverend Richard Tak, of Psychedelic Church, Wimberley, Texas.
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Today Is Radhastami
by
Hector Diego
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Jesus Christ And The Rolling Stones - Beatitudes And Wild Horses
by
Hector Diego
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Don't ask why I think "Wild Horses" goes with Beatitudes. I just feel that it does.
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are they who mourn,
for they shall be comforted.
Blessed are the meek,
for they shall inherit the earth.
Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
for they shall be satisfied.
Blessed are the merciful,
for they shall obtain mercy.
Blessed are the pure of heart,
for they shall see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they shall be called children of God.
Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."
Christina Perri--The Blower's Daughter
by
Jay Allbritton
Overnight sensation Christina Perri unleashes a soulful cover of Damien Rice's "The Blower's Daughter."
Beatles Rock And Roll
by
Hector Diego
"Roll Over Beethoven."
"Long Tall Sally."
"Twist And Shout."
"Shout."
"Rock And Roll Music."
I posted all of these songs because I recently heard someone claim that the Beatles didn't actually do rock and roll. Such people usually claim that the Rolling Stones did rock and roll much better. What these people don't realize is that the Stones' music has a higher percentage of rock and roll because their musical repertoire was not as deep. To the undiscerning, what can you say?
Monday, September 13, 2010
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Black Crowes--Remedy
by
Jay Allbritton
From Jimmy Kimmel live. The Crowes reworked many of their best songs for their latest album, Croweology.
Beatles LP Countdown - One After 909
by
Hector Diego
Good morning Beatles people. The local time is 11.54 am, and the thermometer outside our beautiful studio shows 88 Beatle degrees. This is your trusty DJ Dr. Diego here, mollifying my aching head after a wild night of too many homemade donuts, served with honey and powdered sugar--ouch. Anyway, my rock and roll addicted brain whispered to me just now that a bit of thumping notes would be just the thing for my splitting head ache--if it was from the Liddypool Four--and, counter-intuitively, it was right, at least for a short while. Of course that would only be counter-intuitive if you were not a Beatles person, which is quite possible if you are a pup or a nasty Rolling Stones fanatic. And there is a passel of the latter wandering around (the former are being schooled by the Station Agent and I, so they get a temporary pass), but who said it was a perfect world?
My head ache is returning without the soothing strains of Beatles rock and roll, so I had better write quickly. It so happens that Polythene Pam send me a Spacebook thread (or is it My Face?) that included some inane comments from a person I used to respect, but now makes that impossible by insinuating that the Beatles did not do proper rock and roll, and besides she was a purist. There was also something said about the Stones. I have heard this line of f-c-s so many times before that it now rates a ten on my barfometer, and did I mention that she mentioned Mssrs. Jagger and Company?
Anyone who even hints at better rock and roll credentials than the Beatles obviously doesn't know their work, or for that matter, the music of the Rolling Stones. Not really. And wouldn't a so called purist stick to scratchy recordings of Robert Johnson, and sip moonshine from an old fruit jar? Why, in my old age, am I haunted by these people, still ignorant after all these years?
In this post I include a better sound version and the live version, which has the benefit of the London Bobbie scene and the sound of The Boys from the street--Abbey Road, to be exact. What a way to make your last public performance! Unfortunately there are no images of the late Billy Preston on organ.
Don't you like George's biting guitar comments? I think you do. Unless you are a purist, in which case you can go f...wait! This is a family blog!
Just keep it here folks. That's www.thewalrusspeaks.blogspot.com broadcasting from America's Deep South 24/7, on your cyber radio dial.
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Friday, September 10, 2010
The Daily Show--Are You Ready for Some Midterms?
by
Jay Allbritton
Check out the chop job Fox does on President Obama's speech, changing the meaning of his words with some diabolical editing.
The Daily Show With Jon Stewart | Mon - Thurs 11p / 10c | |||
Are You Ready for Some Midterms? - MSNBC's Political Narrative | ||||
www.thedailyshow.com | ||||
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Thursday, September 09, 2010
Indian-Pakistani Tennis Team Kicks Ass...
by
Hector Diego

Qureshi and Bopanna
...for peace. I don't know jack about tennis, but I like this. I really do. Station Agent?
Jenny Owen Youngs--If I Didn't Know
by
Jay Allbritton
HD, this one is quickly becoming "the other Jenny".
Madeline Adams--Dead Moon
by
Jay Allbritton
If you live in Chicago, Bloomington, Louisville, or Chattanooga; catch Madeline's current U.S. tour.
Madeline from Slow RECORDS on Vimeo.
DariMarie--Loose Lips
by
Jay Allbritton
DariMarie does an excellent job with Kimya Dawson's "Loose Lips," a definite entry into the never ending talent contest.
Wednesday, September 08, 2010
Tuesday, September 07, 2010
First TV Ad For Medical Marijuana
by
Hector Diego

This just goes to show that what I have said since 1969 is coming true--it is not a question of if there will be total legalization, it is only a question of when. And it looks like that when is coming very, very soon, and not a moment too soon.
Monday, September 06, 2010
Garfunkel and Oates--Me, You and Steve
by
Jay Allbritton
Comedy duo Garfunkle and Oates with another cute song.
Neil Young - After The Gold Rush
by
Hector Diego
There is a line in this song about the 1970's, but without seeing the printed lyrics it sounded to me, when I was young, like he was saying something about 1917. And he also mentions lying in a bombed out basement, and hoping for replacement. So I put all of this together and concluded he was singing about World War I. This is not my fault.
Even the great Neil Young should be concerned with diction, if lyrics are important. It's the only fault I can find with Young, and even the Beatles. Why should you have to read the lyrics to know what the song is about?
Anyway...
Rod Stewart - Maggie May
by
Hector Diego
I'm not a fan of Rod Stewart, but I'll post "Maggie May" once in awhile.
Creedence - Have You Ever Seen The Rain?
by
Hector Diego
I'm doing the classic rock thing today on KTWS Radio. That's www.thewalruspeaks.blogspot.com on your cyber radio dial.
Sunday, September 05, 2010
Saturday, September 04, 2010
Florence and the Machine--Dog Days Are Over
by
Jay Allbritton
The dog days are over, people. Football season is here.
Beatles LP Countdown - I've Got A Feeling
by
Hector Diego
I usually don't think much of remastered Beatles music, but this one hits the spot. Also, when I was younger I wasn't very fond of "I've Got A Feeling," but this song has grown on me. I like the unusual way John and Paul are singing separately.
Friday, September 03, 2010
Real Love
by
Hector Diego
Regina Spektor's cover is the best I've heard. Truly excellent.
Here's the Anthology version.
Here's a still earlier version, just Lennon and his guitar.
Here's the official Beatles "Real Love." Fifteen years after his assassination, we were treated to a beautiful Lennon melody. Now, that is what I call a gift from God.
Regina Spektor--The Man of a Thousand Faces
by
Jay Allbritton
One of the commenters on this clip wrote, "Reg is better than perfect."
Blind Willie Johnson - Soul Of A Man
by
Hector Diego
Johnson's stock has been rising lately among blues people. And he so deserves it, God and Goddess bless his soul.
Thursday, September 02, 2010
Shamanic Cheerleaders - Om Krishna
by
Hector Diego
When A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada brought the religion of Krishna to America in 1965, he could not have foreseen this. Or maybe he could, and that's why he set the standards so high!
He's So Fine/My Sweet Lord
by
Hector Diego

Here's the song that George Harrison had to compensate the composer for; the claim was that he plagiarized it with "My Sweet Lord." I'll let you decide the merits of the case. While not an attorney, I do agree that there may have been subconscious plagiarism, but the amount of damages is the part that kills me. The attorney that wrote the article agrees--it was very excessive, given all the details.
I feel that this episode in musical history proves that no good deed goes unpunished. Harrison's song is spiritually uplifting and non-sectarian, bringing together people of different religious faiths in a common aspiration. So why did he have to pay through the nose for it?
Ask God. He and She seem to be making the rules.
Wednesday, September 01, 2010
Today Is Krishna's Birthday
by
Hector Diego

He's so cute his mother constantly exudes breast milk out of love for him. His father goes into a trance thinking about him while at work all day, and when he is older all the women love him. As a small child he steals food and makes a mess. His elders intend to chastise him for this, but he is so charming they simply cannot. The little rascal!
You will not find such details of a personal God anywhere outside of Hinduism, to my knowledge. So just remember, today is Janmastami--the birthday of Krishna, the charming God. And being God is not the greatest thing about him! What do you think of that?
John Astin - Love, Serve, Remember
by
Hector Diego
I'm going to keep posting this until I get a response from Richard, who is pastor of an outfit called Psychedelic Church out in Wimberley, Texas.
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