John Prine: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert March 2018

Again someone posted a clip of Summers End from this mini set from John Prine at Bob Boilen’s Tiny Desk Concert over at the redoubtable NPR  . . . . I was going to start the day with a frivolous funny Snoopy series but on hearing Jimmy Cliff had died I was in no mood to. So I will sign off the day with another favourite pioneer we miss sorely . . . . . . night all stay safe and cuddle up if you can thew loves are running. . . . . . 

So here is the full set

March 12, 2018 | Bob Boilen -- "An American treasure came to the Tiny Desk and even premiered a new song. John Prine is a truly legendary songwriter. For more than 45 years the 71-year-old artist has written some of the most powerful lyrics in the American music canon, including "Sam Stone," "Angel From Montgomery," "Hello In There" and countless others. John Prine's new songs are equally powerful and he opens this Tiny Desk concert with "Caravan of Fools," a track he wrote with Pat McLaughlin and Dan Auerbach. Prine adds a disclaimer to the song saying, "any likeness to the current administration is purely accidental." That song, and his second tune, the sweet tearjerker "Summer's End," are from John Prine's first album of new songs in 13 years, The Tree of Forgiveness, produced by Dave Cobb. It was recorded with his longtime band in Nashville's legendary RCA Studio A. Guests include Brandi Carlile, Jason Isbell and Amanda Shires. There's even a songwriter's co-credit with Phil Spector. For this Tiny Desk Concert John Prine also reaches back to his great "kiss-off" song from 1991 called "All the Best," and then plays "Souvenirs," a song intended for his debut full-length but released the following year on his 1972 album Diamonds in the Rough. It's just one of the many sentimental ballads Prine has gifted us. Over the years, his voice has become gruffer and deeper, due in part to his battle with squamous cell cancer on the right side of his neck, all of which makes this song about memories slipping by feel all the more powerful and sad." "Broken hearts and dirty windows Make life difficult to see That's why last night and this mornin' Always look the same to me I hate reading old love letters For they always bring me tears I can't forgive the way they rob me Of my sweetheart's souvenirs"

Set List:

"Caravan of Fools"

"Summer's End” (John Prine, Pat McCoughlan)

"All the Best"

"Souvenirs"

MUSICIANS

John Prine, Jason Wilber, David Jacques, Kenneth Blevins

 CREDITS  

Producers: Bob Boilen, Morgan Noelle Smith; Creative Director: Bob Boilen; Audio Engineer: Josh Rogosin; Videographers: Morgan Noelle Smith, Maia Stern, Alyse Young; Production Assistant: Salvatore Maicki; Photo: Christina Ascani/NPR.

Aw heck we miss him

R.I.P. Jimmy Cliff

 RIP reggae pioneer Jimmy Cliff. …

See more

UNCUT.CO.UK

Jimmy Cliff: "I'm a bit of a rebellious person”

Jimmy Cliff - I Can See Clearly Now

NPR found this in the archives and hadn’t released it for the longest time . . .they made up for it

Jimmy Cliff  - NPR Tiny Desk Concert - Sitting Here in Limbo; I got to Move on; You Can Get it If You Really Want

Jimmy with Jools on Later - Many Rivers to Cross

Simon & Garfunkel - First Time In Japan 1982 | Voodoo Wagon

 

Simon & Garfunkel - First Tour In Japan, Osaka Stadium May 8th 1982

Simon & Garfunkel - First Time In Japan

An Xray Special

 By 1980, the solo careers of Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel were not doing well, and simultaneously, to help alleviate New York's economic decline, concert promoter Ron Delsener suggested a free concert in Central Park. Delsener contacted Simon with the idea of a Simon & Garfunkel reunion, and once Garfunkel had agreed, plans were drawn up. The concert, held on September 19, 1981 attracted more than 500,000 people, at that time the largest ever pop show attendance. Warner Brothers Records released a live album of the show, The Concert in Central Park, which went double platinum in the US. The event created a renewed interest in Simon & Garfunkel's work, and following a number of heart-to-heart talks attempting to put their disagreements behind them, the duo undertook a world tour beginning in May 1982. • During this time the pair played in Japan for the first time ever. Performing 5 shows in the country - 3 in Tokyo and 2 in Osaka - between the 5th and 12th of May ’82, the concerts attracted massive crowds and the pair’s gig at Osaka Stadium on 5th was recorded and broadcast live across the nation.

 XRay 

Simon and Garfunkel - First time in Japan

Simon and Garfunkel- Mrs Robinson - Osaka 1982

Louisiana Cajun Music Special Vol. 1 & 2 [1987-1992] | BUTTERBOY

VA - Louisiana Cajun Music Special Vol. 1 & 2 [1987-1992] (2 x CDs)

and there’s more . . . . . Bon Ton Roulet!

From Ace so you know it IS!

CAJUN

Louisiana Cajun Music Special Vol. 1 & 2 offers a definitive two-disc snapshot of Cajun music’s postwar evolution, curated by Ace Records in partnership with Swallow Records. Volume 1 was released in 1987 followed by Volume 2 in 1992, both issued in the UK and sourced from Swallow’s deep Louisiana catalog of 45s and LPs spanning the 1960s and ’70s.

Volume 1 spans 22 tracks, opening with Nolan Cormier & The L.A. Aces’ Hee Haw Breakdown and rolling through foundational cuts by Nathan Abshire (Pine Grove Blues, Choupique Two-Step), Belton Richard (The Cajun Stripper), and the Balfa Brothers (Lacassine Special). These selections were sourced from Swallow and La Louisianne 45s and LPs, many of which were pressed in limited regional runs and are now prized by collectors. The mastering preserves the analog warmth of the original tapes, with stereo and mono transfers that retain their dancehall vitality.

Volume 2 expands the scope to 25 tracks, diving deeper into Swallow’s vault with rarities from Shirley Bergeron, Austin Pitre, Doris Matte, and Aldus Roger. Highlights include La Valse De Grand Bois, Hold My False Teeth (And I'll Show You How To Dance), and La Chanson D'Amitie by Phil Menard and Don Guillory with the Louisiana Travellers. The compilation balances marquee names with lesser-known but culturally vital artists, many of whom never saw national distribution. 

Together, these volumes form a definitive sonic archive of Cajun music’s golden era. They preserve rare recordings that rarely surface outside Louisiana and present them with editorial clarity and historical care. (B)

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again follow the link in the title to check out the track listing to download and read on . . . . .

The Ultimate Cajun Collection [1992] Various Artists | BUTTERBOY

 VA - The Ultimate Cajun Collection [1992] (2 x CDs)

Now regulars will know I love me some Cajun and Zydeco music from Louisiana so Butterboy has excelled again here

CAJUN

Issued jointly by La Louisianne Records and Disky Communications Europe B.V., The Ultimate Cajun Collection is a sprawling 2×CD compilation that distills the rhythmic heart of Cajun music into 50 carefully sequenced tracks. Released in 1992 for the UK and European market, this set draws from decades of Louisiana’s regional output, spotlighting both dancehall staples and lesser-known gems.

The compilation features a robust lineup of verified Cajun artists, including Rufus Thibodeaux, Aldus Roger, Nathan Abshire, Vin Bruce, and Blackie Forestier. Each disc offers 25 tracks, sequenced to evoke the flow of a live fais do-do—from two-steps and waltzes to swamp pop and accordion-led stompers. Notable inclusions like “Pine Grove Blues” (Nathan Abshire), “Grand Texas” (Aldus Roger), and “La Valse De Quebec” (Rufus Thibodeaux) anchor the set in tradition, while selections from Zachary Richard and Eddy Raven hint at the genre’s evolution into crossover territory.

The packaging includes silver discs with black print housed in a slim double jewel case, accompanied by an 8-page bilingual booklet (English and French) penned by Dave Travis. Liner notes provide historical context and artist highlights, making this release especially valuable for international collectors seeking a curated introduction to Cajun music’s emotional and rhythmic range.

Licensed from Ridgetop Music and manufactured in The Netherlands, this compilation stands out for its breadth and fidelity. It’s not a reissue of a prior LP series but a purpose-built anthology for the CD era, ideal for archivists and genre newcomers alike.

A genuine release that bridges cultures while preserving the pulse of Louisiana’s musical heritage. (Butterboy)

check the link for track listing and download it there . . . .  

Sonic Youth - Cross The Breeze [Daydream Nation] | jt1674

 

https://www.tumblr.com/jt1674/801025716054573056/sonic-youth-cross-the-breeze

Public Image Ltd. - Albatross [2nd Edition] | jt1674

 . . . why is this sound and particularly Jah Wobble’s bass so instantly recognisable? I loved this album and have Metal Box and this too

https://www.tumblr.com/jt1674/801040212821196800/albatross

Kelly Eldridge Boesch . . .another work of art

 I know it’s AI and so on but I am still enjoying the work of Kelly here . . . . . this is another doozie I thought . . .they don’t always appeal to me but more often than not . . . but is it AI when she names the programs she uses and how they are made and is it not therefore art by the standard definition?. . . . . . . .

Kelly Eldridge Boesch

"I almost always make the video before the music, but in this case I made the song first. I was sitting at dinner and was thinking about a few situations lately where instead of arguing with someone with views I did not agree with, I chose to be silent. This song is about the power of silence as a boundary. The song speaks entirely in metaphors. It takes an internal feeling, the pressure of holding back your thoughts, and turns it into a physical landscape. Instead of saying ‘I’m not going to argue with you,’ it says ‘I bite my lip / To keep the ocean in the ship.’ Usually, ships keep water out. Here, I am the ocean. You bite your lip to keep your vastness from flooding a conversation that is too small to hold it. “Taste the iron, sharp and sweet” Using the physical sensation of biting your lip as a grounding technique, a sharp reminder that you are real, distracting you from the noise around you.”The Seal Upon the Door” The physical act of closing your mouth isn’t submission; it’s locking the door to your inner peace. It treats silence not as an absence of words, but as a heavy, physical seal that keeps your own energy (the ocean) from spilling out into a place where it doesn’t belong.” I used Chat to help me with the lyrics and description for this one. I had the idea and much of how I wanted to write the lyrics but it helped me create these beautiful metaphors. The song was then made using @sunomusic . The images were made by using the lyrics to help create the prompts.. Animated using #VEO3. The full song is over 4 mins long and is available on my Bandcamp. A very long workflow today :-)” - Kelly Eldridge Boe

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Post Modern Jukebox - Cover The Power Of Love (Huey Lewis and The News)

Morning all! 

What is it that keeps us all going?

Why, THIS!

Well save my life its the Power!

Enjoy our 1920s New Orleans-style remake of Huey Lewis and the News' iconic tune "The Power Of Love," featuring Sarah Potenza

Postmodern Jukebox 

Sonny Landreth . . . guitar [plus totally gratuitous John Hiatt!) and the Goners

 

Sonny Landreth - Zydeco Shuffle

John Hiatt - Tennessee Plates (debut) feat. Sonny Landreth

my favourite incarnation of Sonny with a band!

and for course ever a man of my word I said I would never NOT (double negative!? Really? - ED)

play this one a favourite John Hiatt song

John Hiatt and The Goners - Memphis In The Meantime [Germany

From a TV concert in Hamburg, Germany on Oct 9th 1987