Providing Musical Distractions for our Sick, Sad World
Song of the Friday: Bash & Pop – Friday Night (Is Killing Me) From the 1993 album, of the same name, ex-Replacements, Tommy Stinson’s Friday Night (Is Killing Me) is a bit, um, melancholy for a Friday Song but, it is still a good rockin’ tune, much in the style of his old band. We …
Video of the Day: Maria McKee sings Breathe on Night Music One of the most stunning performances ever captured live on TV from the late, lamented show Night Music (1988 – 1990). Maria McKee had just gone solo from her band Lone Justice when she appeared on the show and wowed everyone. We do …
Song of the Day: I Love You, You Big Dummy This tender, sweet love song was originally written by Don Van Vliet, better known as Captain Beefheart. It’s heartwarming message of affection must have deeply effected Howard Devoto, who was moved to record it with two of his bands, first with an early version of …
Video of the Day: David Johansen Group – Live Animals Medley The David Johnansen Group knocks this medley of tunes by the legendary Animals out of the park. Enjoy.
Song of the Day: David Johansen – Funky But Chic From Ex-New York Dolls leader David Johansen‘s fantastic 1978 solo debut comes today’s Song of the Day, Funky But, Chic! It’s more than a song, It’s a Rockin’ Anthem, a FUNKY lifestyle choice, a fabulous Way of Being, baby! So, yeah we really like this one …
Song of the Friday: The Cure – Friday I’m in Love The Happiest of all Cure songs is still pretty twisted, which makes us love it even more. Happy Friday!
Video of the Day: Storm Large – 8 Miles Wide This lovely ode to inclusivity and Feminine Power may not be for everybody (although, all are invited to “come inside”) But, it is hilarious if you can handle it!
Song of the Day: Danny & Dusty – Song for the Dreamers Dan Stuart (“Danny”) of Green on Red and Steve Wynn (“Dusty”) from the Dream Syndicate along with several members of other L.A. Paisley Underground bands make up the super-group-of-sorts Danny & Dusty. They recorded the charming, shambling Lost Weekend in 1985 as a …
Song of the Day: Luc Van Acker – Feels Like Love Belgian Luc Van Acker was a founding member of Revolting Cocks. He also released several solo albums on Wax Trax! Records. This bellowing, banging, bruiser from his 1986 debut has always been one of our underground dance floor faves. Feel the Love. …
Song of the Day: Tav Falco – Tina the Go-Go Queen Today’s very special Song of the Day is a very special tribute to a Very Special Lady, the Infinite Tina. We collect “Tina” songs here at Infinite Jones (natch) and this is one of our favorites. Sung by the legendary and infamous, Memphis gonzo …
