Yes. It’s true. I’m not dreaming. The Chicago Bears have won 4 straight and are leading the NFC North. Ron Rivera’s defense is fierce. Kyle Orton is getting better every week. Cedric Benson finally decided to show up and put his money where his mouth is. Yes, these are glorious days.
Because of their recent (and let’s hope not fleeting) success, I present to you “The Super Bowl Shuffle” as performed by the 1895 Chicago Bears Shufflin’ Crew. Included in the .zip file is the original version along with an extended vocal mix and an instrumental version. Sweetness.
The first time I listened to the new Deerhoof album I thought it was the same old goofy and spastic Deerhoof at work. I let it play and really didn’t give it much additional thought. I mean, I would have posted something sooner but it really didn’t do anything special for me. Until now.
I just listened to it again today and was hella surprised at what I heard. I might have been tired before, but this record is super quirky (like they always are) but also manages to rock pretty good on a fair number of tunes. If you’ve never heard Deerhoof before, beware. The vocals take a little getting used to, but take my word for it. Dig in and force yourself to listen to their new album The Runners Four a few times before giving up. This is a great record that keeps on getting better with every spin.
The Decemberists latest album Picaresque is (at least in my book) one of the best albums of 2005. I can’t recall who had this tune posted a few days back, but Squeeze also happens to be one of my favorites. Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook were master pop songwriters that penned many a great melody and lyric. The Decemberists certainly sound at ease with this tune.
Now lately I have been listening to a lot of “kids” music because of my new daughter and among the best of it is anything by Elizabeth Mitchell. She (along with husband Dan) both play in Ida and Nanang Tatang. Classic folk and children’s songs done wonderfully that both kids and their parents will enjoy.
MP3 | Deerhoof – Scream Team The Runners Four
MP3 | The Decemberists – Up The Junction The B-Sides
MP3 | Elizabeth Mitchell – Ladybug Picnic You Are My Sunshine
The Super Bowl Shuffle file is the greatest thing ever-thank you, thank you!
The Bears are rockin’! 49ers this week should be a win. 6-3? Are we dreaming?