The Letter B

I am not a huge sports fan but I really like the concept of a band singing songs about baseball. Not to mention that this band is composed of some decent song writers. Most notable Peter Buck of R.E.M. fame. I posted this song not because I am a Twins fan but I am a fan of Craig Finn (The Hold Steady) who lends his vocals on this tune. I'd say this is a must for a sports/music fan. No three strikes here, this is a home run all the way.
The Baseball Project - Don't Call Them Twinkies

I don't know exactly what to say about this song. I love the laid back feel and the lyrics remind me of those old 60's girl groups. You know, the smitten girl gushing about her boy. The song is pretty rocking and swimming in a sea of reverb goodness.
Best Coast - When I'm With You

Buddy Guy is one of the great blues legends, although this isn't sad sounding as one might think. This is a biting dark gritty song meant to be blasted on a stereo with lots of bass. I can't help to think how the song has a sort of Hendrix vibe to it. Every rapper can claim dirty south, but this would be my definition for sure.
Buddy Guy - Baby Please Don't Leave Me

How about something a little less heavy and more happy? This song reminds me of every feel good family friendly movie I have seen. It mostly reminds me of the movie Race The Sun. This song was not in the movie, it did feature Send Me On My Way by Rusted Root. I think it could have fit right in perfectly though. This song will make you want to go somewhere with palm trees or on a Safari. Seems fitting since the band is from Zimbabwe.
Bhundu Boys - Hatisi Tose

80's hair metal will never die, and I am glad. Break out the male eyeliner, spandex or skin tight leather (your pick) and hot guitar licks. Let the cheese begin!
Big Bang Babies - Shes My Candy Girl

My present is my presence

This Christmas I did not make a mix but that isn't going to stop me from at least posting a few great Christmas songs. So without any further adieu here are some songs and happy holidays to you.

Do you like Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody? Do you like parody songs that are really great? Do you like to laugh? If you answered yes then you should listen to this song. If you answered no then you should listen to the song below this one.
Steve Rosenthal and Tim Walters - Christmas Rhapsody

If you said no to the above song then click here. Yup. That's what you get for not liking to laugh. Either that or you just wanted to hear the next song.
Deanna Kirk - You're A Mean One, Mr. Grinch

It's not all about toys, snow, eggnog and family.
The Band - Christmas Must Be Tonight

The Flaming Lips - Silent Night / Lord Can You Hear Me

Chrsitmas is a time for lovin'. Break out that mistletoe.
Best Coast & Wavves - Got Something For You

Yo La Tengo - It's Christmastime

Julian Casablancas - I Wish It Was Christmas Today

**WARNING*** this song is very vulgar, immature and hilarious. We knew Santa was big but....
R.O. Manse - Santa's Packin' (Featuring Dukey From The Dukey Kru)

I also would suggest checking out the tons of christmas music Sufjan Stevens has put out.