Not Guilty Just Pleasure - Breezy

Once again it’s Friday. So, happy Friday!

Not only is it Friday, it is the first day of summer. Where I am at the moment, it doesn’t feel very summery but I know that won’t last.

As is my habit, today I am sharing this song and I like. I don’t have a particular theme, or neeud to give a particular reason, I just share what I like on Fridays.

I have long been a fan of the Fountains of Wayne. A while ago, my brother informed me that Chris Collingwood, from Fountains of Wayne was doing solo stuff. Of course I was immediately interested in hearing it.

In 2016 he released an album, Look Park. It’s a great record. The songs are catchy and sweet. One song in particular, Breezy, really struck me. It feels like a perfect summer song to me so I’m sharing it with you today, on the first day of summer.

Hope you enjoy it, happy weekend kids xo

Cancon Thursday - That Girl

Happy Thursday folks.

As you know, if it's Thursday I'm going to be sharing some music by a Canadian artist.

In the 1990's I was big big big into Canadian music, mostly in the indie rock vein but not always.  Through some friends at the radio station, I got into a bit of trip hop (is that still a thing?) and eventually discovered a super talented Canadian artist from Toronto who was making some great sounds.

Today, I'm sharing a song by Esthero.  It's from her 1998 debut album "Breath from another." I loved that album from the first time I listened to it. Ms Englishman is a thoughtful songwriter and she tackles some pretty tough subject matter at times.

This album has almost constantly been in my regular rotation since it was released in the spring of 1998. It's got a timeless quality to it that I love.

I'm sharing the video for "That Girl" today and hope you enjoy it. xo

Way Back Wednesday - I Love Hot Nights

I’ve been a fan of Mr Richman for a good long time now.

For Way Back Wednesday, I thought I’d share a classic from the Modern Lovers, “I love hot nights.” I actually do not love them but I love this song.

Another lovely thing about this part of the world, the nights are cool and perfect for sleeping.

If you enjoy this and aren’t overly familiar with the Modern Lovers, is encourage you to check them out, they’re fantastic xo

Because It's Tuesday - week of June 18

Happy Tuesday from beautiful Summerland, British Columbia.

This is my first visit to BC and I'm a bit overwhelmed by the incredible gorgeousness of the South Okanagan. I'm spending some time with wonderful people and enjoying a long overdue break.

I decided that I will try to post here now and then while I'm on vacation. It might end up being as regularly scheduled but it also may not.

As is my habit, because it's Tuesday I'm sharing a cover song. John Lennon's songs are frequently covered. Sometimes the versions are good and sometimes they suck. Today I'm sharing a cover which is really quite good.

Arcade Fire is a band I've always liked. I'm not a fanatical super fan but I enjoy hearing their new stuff when it's available. Recently they released a version of the beautiful tune "Baby Mine" for the soundtrack of the new Dumbo movie. I've not seen the film but I did like what they did with "Baby Mine." Admittedly, I prefer Bonnie Raitt's version from the "Stay Awake" compilation.

Today's cover is Arcade Fire's take on John Lennon's " Mind Games"

Hope you enjoy it kiddos xo

Not Guilty Just Pleasure - I've Been Waiting

I haven't mentioned it here before but I've been planning a trip recently.

Tomorrow I'm heading out of town for a couple of weeks. I'm going to a place I've never been before to see someone I haven't seen in a very long time.

To say that I'm excited about this trip would be the biggest understatement ever made. I look forward to many things... taking some time for myself, seeing a new place and renewing an old connection with someone I've wanted to see again for years and years.

I haven't figured out yet if I'll be posting while I'm away or not. Until I decide, I'm going to leave this song with you. It's an old favourite of mine. I have very fond memories of the Girlfriend album as it was a big deal around the time I started working at CFRC and was my first introduction the incredible Matthew Sweet.

This song is a perfect pop song and I love the sentiment.  Hope you enjoy this as much as I do.  My not guilty just pleasure song this week is Matthew Sweet's "I've Been Waiting."

Happy weekend you beauties!! xo

The secret on your lips
That nobody knows
Gentle in your eyes
You can wear my clothes