I always get the question, "What is your favorite song?" I always give the answer, "Are you serious?"
Perhaps, this morning I can give a straight answer. However, check with me next month...
Canada. 1988. Siblings.
The group called Cowboy Junkies were known to me in this period of time, but I didn't pick up on them until some time later. The Timmins family made some great music. Sister Margo's voice is angelic in many instances.
That statement brings me to my "favorite" song. The second song on their second release, The Trinity Session. "Misguided Angel".
This song beckons you. It seduces you. Listen...
It starts with a moaning harp and guitar. Margo's voice comes in with the band as she tells a story of forbidden love. Generally, I reserve my "favorites" for songs with more of a sociopolitical bent. But, in this case Margo's plea is as irresistible as the music. The song is far from a rocker, but its power draws you in and carries you along.
Great songs, for me, tell great stories. This song is great. My favorite? Well, certainly one of them!
Perhaps, this morning I can give a straight answer. However, check with me next month...
Canada. 1988. Siblings.
The group called Cowboy Junkies were known to me in this period of time, but I didn't pick up on them until some time later. The Timmins family made some great music. Sister Margo's voice is angelic in many instances.
That statement brings me to my "favorite" song. The second song on their second release, The Trinity Session. "Misguided Angel".
This song beckons you. It seduces you. Listen...
It starts with a moaning harp and guitar. Margo's voice comes in with the band as she tells a story of forbidden love. Generally, I reserve my "favorites" for songs with more of a sociopolitical bent. But, in this case Margo's plea is as irresistible as the music. The song is far from a rocker, but its power draws you in and carries you along.
Great songs, for me, tell great stories. This song is great. My favorite? Well, certainly one of them!
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