Techie turned librarian Tammy Metz currently lives and works on an Indian Reservation in Chinle, AZ and is in a bluegrass band there. Tammy did not break out into song as readily as some of the others in our group but she has a strong beautiful voice and we missed her at this weekend’s Progressive Dinner especially when we sang “Wagon Wheel”. These are my favorites from the artists she mentioned. (She may not have been the one who recommended the Buffy Sainte-Marie.)
Phil Ochs “I ain’t marching anymore”
Famous for his protest songs including “Here’s to the state of Missisippi”, Ochs killed himself in 1976.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pQa44Ied9o&feature=related
Bill Miller “Ghostdance”
http://youtube.com/watch?v=Vdg2sVB0XU8
Buffy Sainte-Marie “Universal Soldier”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cv9Oy7XoJJA
Steve Earle “Can’t Remember if we said goodbye”
Steve Earle has had a long career spanning from the Vietnam era. He recently had a concert here in Pittsburgh with tickets going for $50 so he’s still got a following.
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Well, the school year has hit with a vengeance here in Chinle. I also found out I will be teaching one Algebra I section for the foreseeable future (until our math teacher situation stabilizes). So it's been a very busy week and a half!
Okay, I had all these intentions of burning you a huge CD, Jackie, but I'm not sure if that will happen within the next few weeks. So here are a few suggestions (think of them as a downpayment). By the way, the Steve Earle song I recommended was "Rich Man's War." I've actually never heard "Can't Remember If We Said Goodbye." Maybe that was Dan?
As for my recommendations, some may be good for the history classroom/relevant to VAT, but some will just be artists I like. Here goes:
Big & Rich: Famous for "Save A Horse, Ride A Cowboy," they also have some more serious songs. I think the thing I like best about them are their harmonies. Try "Faster Than Angels Fly."
Brandi Carlile: I just really like her voice. She is one of those not-so-well known artists who I think is on the verge of becoming huge. Try "Turpentine" or "Josephine."
Bruce Springsteen: "Thunder Road" is my favorite song, but "Born In The USA" is his most famous -- ironic that people think it's patriotic when it's about veterans not being able to get jobs.
Cadillac Sky: Cool bluegrass group. Try "Homesick Angel."
Darrell Scott: I already recommended him to Ben. Try "You'll Never Leave Harlan Alive" (this song has also been recorded by Brad Paisley and Patti Loveless, but Darrell Scott wrote it).
David Francey: Try "Green Fields" or "Saints And Sinners"
David Rovics: A modern folk-protest singer who is very direct (therefore not very popular). Try "Song For Basra" or "Who Will Tell The People." I think you can actually download full versions of his music from his website for free.
Erica Wheeler: I like how she sounds. I think her best song is "Angeline," even though James McMurtry actually wrote it.
Grant-Lee Phillips: His voice is like smoky honey. I don't even know how to describe it. Try "Dirty Secret."
James Taylor: I really like the little known song "Enough To Be On Your Way."
Jeffrey Foucault: Try "Doubletree" (a perfect example of how banjo playing can be really beautiful) or "Sunrise In The Rearview"
John Flynn: "Not With My Jesus" or "Dover," which was written in response to the fact that news reporters are not allowed to film the coffins returning from Iraq.
Kenny Chesney: What list would be complete without the hottest country singer? He not only has a sexy tractor, but also some really hard-hitting songs. Try "Don't Blink" or "There Goes My Life."
Kim & Reggie Harris: Husband and wife duo with powerful harmonies. Try "Freedom Road."
Okay, that's enough for one post. I hope I'm not exceeding a character limit. Have a great last 3 days in Pittsburgh!
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