Joe Strummer Mix
It was the holiday season three years ago when Joe Strummer left this world. In memory of one my major musical heroes, here’s a snapshot of Joe’s work through the years. We miss you, Joe. Joe Strummer: The IckMusic Mix…
Merry Christmas from IckMusic
From the Arizona desert to the far corners of the world, Merry Christmas from IckMusic! If you�re a frequent IckMusic visitor, you�ll like this one, trust me. Marah: City of Dreams (mp3) � from If You Didn’t Laugh, You’d Cry
Christmas with Cockburn
[See this 2008 post for the show.] Since we’re on the final stretch to Christmas, I thought I would sneak out a few of my essential tunes courtesy of my favorite Canadian, Bruce Cockburn. In 1994, the Columbia Records Radio…
Beautiful Piece of Brass
I first heard this version of In the Still of Night on Vin Scelsas show on Sirius (Sunday Night Idiots Delight). Ive always been a fan of the 1956 original, recorded by the Five Satins and written by leader Fred…
A Study of Plantlife
An old friend of mine, a mutual Prince fan through the years, recommended a few months ago that I sit my ass down and listen to Plantlife. A funky, soulful, laid back group, they’re originally from L.A., but made the…
I Can’t Get Behind That!
From what I know about his albums, William Shatner’s musical output could be written off as a novelty. But when I heard this Shatner / Henry Rollins spoken duet, if you will, it captured my attention. Not to mention I…
More Strays
I just received the Strays Don’t Sleep self titled debut CD / DVD today in the mail, all the way from the UK. After one listen, I have one thing to say: Hey Strays! Release this baby in the U.S.!!…
One Year of IckMusic
Today marks exactly one year since my first post to IckMusic. My enthusiasm in maintaining it has stayed pretty strong throughout the year. Sometimes I do get a bit busy (or lazy), but rarely does 3 or 4 days go…
Christmas at IckMusic
Here’s my first batch of extra special Christmas music selections to carry you through this holiday season. Hands down my favorite Christmas song and my favorite performance of the song: The Temptations: Silent Night (mp3) – buy A twisted instant…
Time for Twilight 22
Tonight’s post hearkens back to my WLUM Milwaukee Hot Mix listening days in the mid 80’s. Featured tonight is Twilight 22: The ’80s electro outfit Twilight 22 was led by computer/synth-wiz Gordon Bahary, but also featured contributions from lead singer…
