Don't worry, Be happy!

Back in 1988, we were all introduced to Bobby McFerrin through his well-known song, "Don't Worry Be Happy." That song is the only one most people know, and most everyone I talk to thinks of Bobby McFerrin  as a one-hit wonder. I'm not sure how I discovered the REAL Bobby McFerrin, but I have always been grateful I did. There are few artists over the years that have compelled me to buy all their albums. (Toad the Wet Sprockett, Duncan Sheik, etc), and Bobby McFerrin is one of them. So, I am a happy person right now - Bobby McFerrin has a NEW ALBUM!!

Now, since most of you are not familiar with how diverse and wildly talented this man is, I am going to introduce you to him a bit more and encourage you to go find more of his music on Spotify, Grooveshark, or whatever your favorite music service is.

What you may not know, is Bobby comes from a family of music. In fact, his father, Robert McFerrin, was the first African-American to sing with the Metropolitan Opera in NYC. Bobby had been putting out music for several years before his grammy-winning, #1 song, "Don't Worry Be Happy". In fact, his first album was in 1982. Now, as I provide some samples, you will see how amazing a vocalist and musician he is. Enjoy...

DON'T WORRY BE HAPPY (album: Simple Pleasures, 1988)


Bobby is amazing with his range and his ability to mix in his own percussion sounds. Truly amazing stuff.

THINKING ABOUT YOUR BODY (album: Spontaneous Inventions, 1986)

His range in musical tastes and ability is incredible and is partly why he has collaborated with some fo the best musicians in the world...

I really like his more recent stuff as well...

SAY LADEO (album: Vocabularies, 2010)

And I think his concerts would be AWESOMELY FUN!!



And if you want to get a real picture of his talent and person, check this one out...





Ok, I'll end with this one, which I think is one of my favorites of his...

From classical to jazz to pop and everything in and out of those boxes, Bobby Mcferrin has done it. From working with Chick Corea, Yo Yo Ma, Robin Williams, Esperanza Spalding, and many many more, Bobby has for decades been one of the greatest voices and musicians in he world - and I am thrilled to hear and enjoy his new album "Spirityouall". I hope you all enjoy it as much as I do.

PS - I had to add this one in. It's from one of my favorite albums of Bobby McFerrin: Paper Music. By the way, he not only conducts this, he is the soloist. amazing.

Gearing Up For New Daft Punk

I am getting very excited for the new Daft Punk album to come out. Here is a fun sample of what's coming. I love the funk and Pharrell Williams. Check it out:

I've been listening to Daft Punk a lot this week in preparation for the new stuff. Here are some of my favorites!

Socialites

Dirty Projectors can be really hit or miss.... Their lead (David) is so so talented in creating music but his voice is beyond terrible.  It is the worst voice out there.  But he has some ladies (amber to be specific) that when they sing Dirty Projectors are awesome.  This is one of those great songs... creative music, beautiful singing. 

This is a song that originally sparked my interest a few years ago from them.  Awesome video too. haha!

Alec Baldwin Interviews Thom Yorke

Seems like a strange pairing, but it totally works! I really enjoyed listening to this. Check it out:

http://www.thefoxisblack.com/2013/04/01/alec-baldwin-interviews-thom-yorke-on-wnycs-heres-the-thing/

Last February I finally had a chance to see Radiohead in concert. Here is one of the new songs they performed, which I really hope gets put onto a future album. Best concert I've ever been to!!!

Go Home

This is Lucius.  They only have an EP released right now but I really like all of their songs.  This is the song that got me hooked.  I love how simple this song is.  "Go Home"  This is just really good. Nothing more to say.

This is a song from Chvrches.  Yes, with a V.  Apparently it was to make them stand out on online searches.   It is called "Recover".  This is a very nice Pop song.

Vampires

I really like Vampire Weekend's first album.  I thought it was really fun music to listen to, it was different, and the whole album was good song after another.  Their second album was just okay... I didn't have it on repeat much at all and I thought... Well they were cool for a bit.  But, this just came out- a single for their newest album.  I think it is awesome.  Hopefully this is a good sign for the new album.

This week....

I have been listening to these two songs alot this week.


Wild Belle- Keep You

Mr. Little Jeans- Rescue Song (RAC Remix)