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Category Archives: Expressive Music
“Two Daughters and a Beautiful Wife” by the Drive-By Truckers
Southern rock legends, the Drive-By Truckers, create a pure expression of grief
The Drive-By Truckers, known for their narrative-driven Southern rock sound, have a penchant for crafting songs that dive directly into the heart of things. One such masterpiece is “Two Daughters and a Beautiful Wife,” a track that tries to makes … Continue reading
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“Life’s for the Living” by Passenger
The re-released song, featuring a duet with Foy Vance, reminds listeners not to take life for granted
“Life’s for the Living” by Passenger reminds us that it sometimes takes the looming certainty of eventual death to challenge us to seize opportunities; to not take everything so seriously. The newly recorded version of the familiar song forces us … Continue reading
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“Under You” by The Foo Fighters
A song to angry-cry to until you feel better
When I saw the Foo Fighters perform on the main stage of the music festival Boston Calling last May, it was obvious something was a bit off. Dave Grohl, their legendarily energetic lead singer and guitarist, was uncharacteristically subdued. You … Continue reading
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“Soul Sweet Song” By Tedeschi Trucks Band
"Soul Sweet Song" pauses to reflect on death, but ultimately urges us to keep on living
Tedeschi Trucks Band gives us a wallop of hope in their shining lament “Soul Sweet Song.”
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“Get Me Through December” by Alison Krauss and Natalie MacMaster
A somber song ushering in hope during the holiday season
During a season when loss may feel especially heavy for some, “Get Me Through December” is a poignant reminder that we may someday surmount the mountain of grief. The breathy, emotive Alison Krauss carries a grieving heart toward a hopeful … Continue reading
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“Places We Won’t Walk” by Bruno Major
The song elicits a sense of loss amidst the beauty of life
In “Places We Won’t Walk,” British singer-songwriter Bruno Major explores the various settings that he won’t experience with a lost love — from a forest filled with red birds to a dizzying nighttime cityscape. With scratchy vocals and simple piano … Continue reading
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