True Blood has been nominated for a Grammy Award in the area of Film/TV/Visual Media as best Compilation Sountrack Album For Motion Picture, Television or Media.
Elektra Records and HBO have joined forces to put together a riveting collection of songs that connect TRUE BLOOD fans with the hit HBO series. The TRUE BLOOD soundtrack includes the show theme song 'Bad Things' by Jace Everett and features artists such as C.C Adcock, Lucinda Williams, Ryan Adams, Allen Toussaint, The Legendary Shack Shakers, The Watson Twins and more. The songs featured on the soundtrack were included in Season 1 of the series.
I recently did a Season 2 Spoiler show for my Blogtalk radio show, where we looked at what we might know about the upcoming episode by knowing and examining the title song for that episode.
I can't tell you how many emails I received from folks saying they felt so stupid for not realizing that the True Blood episodes were named for songs. It's OK but I thought it might be a good idea to look back at the song, the artist and the lyrics for each of last season's episode title songs.
So let's look back to Season 1, Ep 12 ' You'll be the death of me' which originally aired November 23, 2008.
'You'll be the death of me' is from his 2006 album Introduction to Johnny Winter.
Album description: Before guitarist Johnny Winter stormed onto the American blues scene in the late 1960s, the lanky, hot-shot Texan cut a number of sides for small labels, and many of those tunes are compiled on this well-selected Fuel 2000 disc. In addition ... Full Descriptionto tearing into originals such as the charmingly youthful "School Day Blues" and the fiery "You'll Be the Death of Me," Winter offers up a number of excellent cover tunes, including Johnny "Guitar" Watson's caddish classic "Gangster of Love." Although it's clear that the renowned six-stringer was just warming up at this early stage in his career, there are enough gems here to make AN INTRODUCTION TO JOHNNY WINTER more than just a diehards-only collection.
Johnny Winter (born John Dawson Winter III on 23 February 1944 in Beaumont, Texas) is an American blues guitarist and singer. He is the first son of John and Edwina Winter who were very much responsible for Johnny and his younger brother Edgar Winter’s early musical awareness.
He began performing at a young age with Edgar, who is also affected with albinism. His recording career began at the age of 15, when their band “Johnny and the Jammers” released “School Day Blues” on a Houston record label. During this same period, he was able to see performances by classic blues artists such as Muddy Waters, B. B. King and Bobby Bland. From his bio on his web page http://johnnywinter.net/bio/
Winter remains a native Texan, born and bred in Beaumont, the town where the famous Spindletop gusher came in to kick off the "black gold" rush in 1901. Growing up in rough-and-tumble town populated by oilfield wildcatters and shipyard workers, .....
Racial tensions in Beaumont were still high in those days. The town had been side to one of the worst race riots in Texas history just nine months before Johnny's birth. Mobs wandered the streets, businesses burned, martial law went into effect, and more than 2,000 uniformed National Guardsmen and Texas Rangers sealed off the town from the rest of the world until tempers cooled. Despite the brutal legacy, Johnny remembers never hesitating as a kid to venture into black neighborhoods to hear and play music.
I can't find lyrics or a video of Johnny performing this, let me know if you know of any! This is Johnny performing Mississippi Blues
I recently did a Season 2 Spoiler show for my Blogtalk radio show, where we looked at what we might know about the upcoming episode by knowing and examining the title song for that episode.
I can't tell you how many emails I received from folks saying they felt so stupid for not realizing that the True Blood episodes were named for songs. It's OK but I thought it might be a good idea to look back at the song, the artist and the lyrics for each of last season's episode title songs.
So let's look back to Season 1, Ep 11 'To Love is to Bury' which originally aired November 16, 2008 'To Love is to Bury' is from the Cowboy Junkies' album the Trinity Sessions from 1998, their second album.
The album was recorded at Toronto, Ontario's Church of the Holy Trinity on November 27, 1987 (1987-11-27), with the band circled around a single microphone. The album includes a mixture of original material by the band and covers of classic pop, rock and country songs, including the band's most famous single, a cover of The Velvet Underground's "Sweet Jane", based on the early version found on 1969: The Velvet Underground Live, rather than the well-known studio version from Loaded. Also included is "Blue Moon Revisited (Song for Elvis)", which is both a cover and an original, combining a new song by the band with the pop standard "Blue Moon".
The band was formed by three siblings from the Timmins entertainment family. Another sibling, Cali, rose to fame as an actress on Ryan's Hope. (The Timmins siblings are descendants of Noah Timmins, a mining prospector who founded the Ontario city of Timmins.) Cowboy Junkies formed in Toronto in 1985.
Fascinating history of the songs and production of this a,bum on the Cowboy Junkie website HERE
I recently did a Season 2 Spoiler show for my Blogtalk radio show, where we looked at what we might know about the upcoming episode by knowing and examining the title song for that episode.
I can't tell you how many emails I received from folks saying they felt so stupid for not realizing that the True Blood episodes were named for songs. It's OK but I thought it might be a good idea to look back at the song, the artist and the lyrics for each of last season's episode title songs.
So let's look back to Season 1, Ep 10 I Don't Want to Know which originally aired: November 9, 2008
"I Don't Want to Know" is from Dr John 1998 album entitled Anutha Zone.
Malcolm John "Mac" Rebennack, Jr. (born November 21, 1940), better known by the stage name Dr. John (also Dr. John Creaux), is an American singer/songwriter, pianist and guitarist whose music combines blues, boogie woogie and rock and roll. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, his professional musical career began in New Orleans in the 1950s.
~~ Long before Mac Rebennack emerged as the king of good-times New Orleans grooves, he had crafted a far spookier persona. As Dr. John the Night Tripper on his 1968 debut album, Gris-Gris, he was an emissary from a demimonde of dank Louisiana swamps, mysterious spells and voodoo chicanery. Now, on his new album, Anutha Zone, Dr. John attempts to summon the twilit magic of that earlier era through a surprising collaboration with a host of contemporary British alchemists.
I recently did a Season 2 Spoiler show for my Blogtalk radio show, where we looked at what we might know about the upcoming episode by knowing examining the title song for that episode.
I can't tell you how many emails I received from folks saying they felt so stupid for not realizing that the True Blood episodes were named for songs. It's OK but I thought it might be a good idea to look back at the song, the artist and the lyrics for each of last season's episode title songs.
So let's look back to Season 1, Ep 9 Plaisir D'Amour which originally aired: November 2, 2008
"Plaisir d'amour" is a classical French love song which is sometimes (falsely) considered to be "pop", written in 1780 by Jean Paul Égide Martini (1741-1816). It was arranged for orchestra by Hector Berlioz.. It could not be a "pop" song because of the style in which it is written and the fact that 1780 was in the "classical period" of music.
In True Blood we hear a version of the classical French song sung by the great Joan Baez.
Joan Chandos Baez (born January 9, 1941 in Staten Island, New York) is a folk singer and songwriter known for her highly individual vocal style. Many of her songs are topical and deal with social issues. It was first recorded by Joan in her 1961 album, Joan Baez Vol.2
Lyrics
PLAISIR D’AMOUR
(English translation) The joys of love last but a moment. The grief of love lasts a lifetime.
I’ve given up everything for the ungrateful Sylvia. She is leaving me and taking another lover.
The joys of love last but a moment. The grief of love lasts a lifetime.
“As long as that water flows gently Towards that brook at the edge of the meadow, I’ll love you,” Sylvia repeated to me. The water still flows. She has changed though.
The joys of love last but a moment. The grief of love lasts a lifetime
French Plaisir d'amour ne dure qu'un moment.
chagrin d'amour dure toute la vie.
J'ai tout quitté pour l'ingrate Sylvie. Elle me quitte et prend un autre aimant.
Plaisir d'amour ne dure qu'un moment. chagrin d'amour dure toute la vie.
Tant que cette eau coulera doucement vers ce ruisseau qui borde la prairie,
Je t'aimerai me répétait Sylvie. L'eau coule encore. Elle a changé pourtant.
Plaisir d'amour ne dure qu'un moment. chagrin d'amour dure toute la vie.
I recently did a Season 2 Spoiler show for my Blogtalk radio show, where we looked at what we might know about the upcoming episode by knowing examining the title song for that episode.
I can't tell you how many emails I received from folks saying they felt so stupid for not realizing that the True Blood episodes were named for songs. It's OK but I thought it might be a good idea to look back at the song, the artist and the lyrics for each of last season's episode title songs.
So let's look back to Season 1, Ep 8: Fourth Man in the Fire which originally aired : 10/26/2008 The Fourth Man was written by Arthur "Guitar Boogie" Smith
Arthur Smith (born April 1, 1921 in Clinton, South Carolina) is an American musician and songwriter.
Arthur Smith was a textile mill worker who became a celebrated and respected country music instrumental composer, guitarist, fiddler, and banjo player who had a major hit with the instrumental, "Guitar Boogie." In 1955, Arthur Smith composed a banjo instrumental he called "Feudin' Banjos" and recorded the song with five-string banjo player Don Reno. Later the composition appeared in the popular 1972 film Deliverance as "Dueling Banjos" played by Eric Weissberg and Steve Mandel. Not given credit, Smith had to proceed with legal action that eventually gave him songwriting credit and back royalties. It was a landmark copyright infringement suit.
As a composer, Arthur Smith has nearly 500 copyrights. Among his copyrights, Smith has over 100 active inspirational and/or gospel music compositions including million sellers "The Fourth Man" and "I Saw A Man."
Fourth Man version we hear in True Blood is from the Johnny Cash album, Strawberry Cake. Strawberry Cake is a live album by country singer Johnny Cash, released on Columbia Records in 1976. In it, Cash tells stories about the recording of each song, and also the history of the United States, in a precursor of sorts to the VH1 Storytellers series.
Lyrics
Here is a story from the Good Book we know A story 'bout a miracle that happened long ago We hope that you'll take courage when temptation you meet There's somebody watchin' you who's strong when you're weak.
They wouldn't bend They held on to the will of God so we are told They wouldn't bow They would not bow their knees to Idols made of gold They wouldn't burn They were protected by the Fourth Man in the fire They wouldn't bend They wouldn't bow, they wouldn't burn.
Now the prophet Daniel tells about Three men who walked with God Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego Before the wicked king they stood And the king commanded them bound and thrown Into the fiery furnace that day But the fire was so hot that the men were slain That forced them on their way.
I recently did a Season 2 Spoiler show for my Blogtalk radio show, where we looked at what we might know about the upcoming episode by knowing examining the title song for that episode.
I can't tell you how many emails I received from folks saying they felt so stupid for not realizing that the True Blood episodes were named for songs. It's OK but I thought it might be a good idea to look back at the song, the artist and the lyrics for each of last season's episode title songs.
So let's look back to Season 1, Ep 7: Burning House of Love which originally aired : 10/19/2008
Burning House of Love by The Knitters from the album, The Modern Sounds of the Knitters
The Knitters formed in 1982 as a side project to the band members' primary commitments. Vocalist Exene Cervenka, singer/bassist John Doe and drummer DJ Bonebrake were three of the four members of the punk band X; guitarist Dave Alvin was a member of roots rock band The Blasters; and stand-up bassist Jonny Ray Bartel was a member of blues-rock band The Red Devils. The Knitters' debut album Poor Little Critter on the Road was released in 1985. It included mainly traditional and cover songs, together with some X songs performed in an acoustic style. The album drew on blues, folk, country and rockabilly influences. In 1999, the label Bloodshot Records released a track-by-track tribute to the album entitled Poor Little Knitter on the Road. After the debut album's release, all the group members continued to work with their primary bands. Dave Alvin also later pursued a solo career.
Twenty years later, in 2005, the group released their second and ironically-titled album, The Modern Sounds of the Knitters. John Doe has been quoted [1] as saying "The Knitters, like their music, don't do anything hasty. Since our last record's been out for a while and it did pretty good, we figured it was just about time to put out another." The Modern Sounds of the Knitters has been well-received by critics Lyrics: drive by my house late at night you can see from the freeway above no silhouette, but a light left on burning there for love
smoke is rising from the fire coming out my back door i'm inside, sound asleep cigarette on the floor burning there for love
well i can still remember a couple of years ago when the smoke and flame called my name it was a burning house of love
that rusty nail over our front door is where i hung our tears in the rain i threw that horseshoe into the weeds to see what luck can bring
cause you're in your bed, i'm in mine on either side of town i think i might take a ride and burn your love house down like a burning house of love
Really good video ( can't embed) of the Knitters on Letterman HERE
I recently did a Season 2 Spoiler show for my Blogtalk radio show, where we looked at what we might know about the upcoming episode by examining the title song for that episode.
I can't tell you how many emails I received from folks saying they felt so stupid for not realizing that the True Blood episodes were named for songs. It's OK but I thought it might be a good idea to look back at the song, the artist and the lyrics for each of last season's episode title songs.
So let's look back to Season 1, Ep 6: Cold Ground which originally aired : 10/12/2008
Cold Ground by Rusty Truck from the 2003 album Broken Promises
When it came time to record his first album, former Rolling Stone chief photographer Mark Seliger was savvy with his connections. He obviously befriended the right people along the way and his band, Rusty Truck, reaped the benefits. Broken Promises is the fruit of five years' work, a countrified, blues-tinged, no-nonsense rock & roll blend that's real in heart and soul. Rusty Truck gives Seliger the chance to prove himself on another level and it's a pleasant surprise. Having guest spots from the likes of Jakob Dylan, Lenny Kravitz, Sheryl Crow, and Willie Nelson doesn't hurt, but Seliger and co. make it known that this is more than an all-star bash. Broken Promises is a rare occasion, an emotive set of songs that explore genre-blending boundaries that gives back to the basics of rock & roll. From the easy-listening title track duet with Kravitz to the high lonesome gems with Gillian Welch and David Rawlings ("Cival Wars/Luck's Changing Lanes," "Tangled in the Fence"), the band's stripped compositions clue a listener in to Seliger's main intention of telling a story. Broken Promises doesn't do anything new as far as molding country and rock, but it's an honest effort and it's solid. Who knew Seliger was a real artist behind the lens? by MacKenzie Wilson, All Music Guide
Lyrics: They say that lightning strikes again It's true a whisper might have done us some good A big old house to play pretend Lead you into bitter solitude
Chorus I come to see you in the night I wanna see you lying down, into that cold, cold, cold, cold ground
Close the door and turn the key I locks the door And it's time to sleep And all those pretty treasures are deep Once revealed inside a dream Diamonds shine on a water's edge Never make it back from sea To pray for nothing short of breath Oh no never do we breathe
Chorus I come to see you in the night I wanna see you lying down, into that cold, cold, cold, cold ground
They don't know what they don't see behind closed doors Is it real or just something we have ignored When little wings have been clipped and bound And tied to this cold, cold, cold, cold ground
Chorus I come to see you in the night I wanna see you lying down, into that cold, cold, cold, cold ground
I recently did a Season 2 Spoiler show for my Blogtalk radio show, where we looked at what we might know about the upcoming episode by examining the title song for that episode.
I can't tell you how many emails I received from folks saying they felt so stupid for not realizing that the True Blood episodes were named for songs. It's OK but I thought it might be a good idea to look back at the song, the artist and the lyrics for each of last season's episode title songs.
So let's look back to Season 1, Ep 4: Escape From Dragon House Aired: 9/28/2008.
Escape from the Dragon House is a song featured on an album of the same name by the band, Dengue Fever.
Dengue Fever is a six-member band from Los Angeles who combine Cambodian pop music and lyrics with psychedelic rock. They were formed in 2001 by Ethan Holtzman and his brother Zac after Ethan was inspired by a trip to Cambodia. As Ethan and Zac were searching for a vocalist to sing in Khmer, lead singer Chhom Nimol was discovered in a nightclub in Little Phnom Penh area of Long Beach. She was already a well-known karaoke singer from Cambodia, but decided to move to US after visiting her sister, and thought it was a good chance to make more money to send to her family back home. [1] Zac performs vocals and guitar, while Ethan plays the Farfisa organ. Rounding out the band are bassist Senon Williams (who also plays in Radar Bros), drummer Paul Smith, and David Ralicke on brass.
I recently did a Season 2 Spoiler show for my Blogtalk radio show, where we looked at what we might know about the upcoming episode by examining the title song for that episode.
I can't tell you how many emails I received from folks saying they felt so stupid for not realizing that the True Blood episodes were named for songs. It's OK but I thought it might be a good idea to look back at the song, the artist and the lyrics for each of last season's episode title songs.
So let's look back to Episode Three: Season One: Mine aired : 9/21/2008
Song: Mine Artist: Bing Crosby & Judy Garland Album: Bing - His Legendary Years 1931-1957 Scene: Sookie sneaks up on Bill and they kiss passionately ( dream sequence)
After nine titles from 1931 (which were acquired by Decca later on), the program concentrates on the 1934-1957 period and, in addition to the expected hits, all aspects of his career are covered. Despite a few Dixieland-flavored selections, Crosby had largely abandoned jazz by the late '30s, but his phrasing (which was influenced by Louis Armstrong) and appealing voice should be of interest to jazz listeners. His ballads grew in stature in later years, while the up-tempo performances tended to be less memorable novelties. Although it should be augmented by collections that focus on his recordings of the '20s and early '30s, this is the definitive Bing Crosby set. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide
Mine Music by George Gershwin, Words by Ira Gershwin Mine, love is mine, Whether it rain or storm or shine. Mine, you are mine; Never another valentine. And I am yours; Tell me that I'm yours; Show me that smile my heart adores. Mine, more than divine – To know that love like yours is mine!
II recently did a Season 2 Spoiler show for my Blogtalk radio show, where we looked at what we might know about the upcoming episode by examining the title song for that episode.
I can't tell you how many emails I received from folks saying they felt so stupid for not realizing that the True Blood episodes were named for songs. It's OK but I thought it might be a good idea to look back at the song, the artist and the lyrics for each of last season's episode title songs.
So let's look back to Episode Two: Season One: The First Taste Aired: 9/14/2008
First Taste is by Fiona Apple from her album Tidal.
Fiona Apple (born Fiona Apple McAfee Maggart on September 13, 1977) is a Grammy-winning American singer-songwriter. She gained popularity through her 1996 album Tidal, especially with the single "Criminal", and because of the music video made for it. Her music is rooted equally in early jazz, pop, and alt-rock and is fundamentally based on very personal poetic verses backed up with progressive production often featuring instruments such as the french horn, optigan or even a full orchestra. Apple is a vegan and a supporter of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals
Lyrics
I lie in an early bed, thinking late thoughts Waiting for the black to replace my blue I do not struggle in your web because it was my aim to get caught But daddy longlegs, I feel that I'm finally growing weary Of waiting to be consumed by you
Give me the first taste, let it begin heaven cannot wait Forever Darling, just start the chase - Ill let you win but you must Make the endeavor
Oh, your love give me a heart contusion Adagio breezes fill my skin with sudden red Your hungry flirt borders intrusion I'm building memories on things we have not said Full is not heavy as empty, not nearly my love, not nearly my love, not Nearly
Give me the first taste, let it begin heaven cannot wait Forever Darling, just start the chase - Ill let you win, but you must Make the endeavor
I recently did a Season 2 Spoiler show for my Blogtalk radio show, where we looked at what we might know about the upcoming episode by examining the title song for that episode.
I can't tell you how many emails I received from folks saying they felt so stupid for not realizing that the True Blood episodes were named for songs. It's OK but I thought it might be a good idea to look back at the song, the artist and the lyrics for each of last season's episode title songs.
So let's look back to Episode one: Season one Strange Love' first aired 9/7/2008
Strange Love - by Slim Harpo ( we have another Slim Harpo song for Season 2 I think HERE)
Sometimes called electric swamp blues written by James Moore, aka Slim Harpo. Crowley, Louisiana, October 1965 Excello Records.
James Moore AKA Slim Harpo Born: January 11, 1924 in the parish of West Baton Rouge, Louisiana. As a figure in the post-war rural blues, his music is often described as Louisiana swamp blues. As a teenager, his parents died, leaving him to raise one brother and three young sisters.
Strange Love
Strange love, cutest thing I ever seen Strange love, cutest thing I ever seen You remind me of somethin' that I have seen in a dream
Can I take you out to dinner, some place where we can be alone Can I take you out to dinner, some place where we can be alone Tell you how much I love you, then let me hold you in my arm
(Harp solo here)
You asked me there's honey, love to be your honeycomb You asked me there's any honey, I love to be your honeycomb Then when the time is right darling there'll be some lovin' goin' on
You can hear a little sample of it here at Amazon or buy a copy for 99c
True Blood S01E05 - Sparks Fly Out Song: Kargyurra Artist: Huun-Huur-Tu Album: More Live Scene: Opening Scene, Bill dropping Sookie off at home
Song: It’s Alright Artist: Phil Phillips Album: The Best Of Swamp Pop Classics Scene: Sam asks Sookie out on a date
Song: It’s All Over But The Shouting Artist: Southern Culture On The Skids Album: Mojo Box Scene: Randi Sue celebrates her divorce
Song: Feel Alright Artist: Steve Earle Album: I Feel Alright Scene: At Merlotte’s; Hoyt talks about Tru Blood, Jason notices Tara
Song: Sparks Fly Out Artist: Paul Burch Album: Fool For Love Scene: Jason talks to Tara at the bar
Song: I Play Chicken With The Train Artist: Cowboy Troy featuring Big & Rich Album: Loco Motive Scene: Who ordered the hamburger with AIDS?
Song:Wiggle Stick Artist: The Reverend Horton Heat Album: The Full-Custom Gospel Sounds of the Reverend Horton Heat Scene: Jason and Randi Sue are going at it as Tara takes out the trash
Song: You Can't Be a Beacon (If Your Light Won't Shine) Artist: Donna Fargo Album: The Happiest Girl in the Whole U.S.A. Scene: Amy is draining Eddie and discovers the empty Tru Blood Bottles
Song: Jesus Rhapsody, Pt. 1 Artist: Preacher And The Saints Album: Good God! A Gospel Funk Hymnal Scene: Tara and Lettie Mae go out for crawfish
Song: Summer Memories Artist: John Mazzei Album: Scene: Tara discovers Miss Jeannette working at the drugstore
Song: Hallowed Ground Artist: I See Hawks in L.A. Album: Hallowed Ground Scene: Eddie warns Jason that Amy is a psychopath
Song: Maison Creole Artist: C.C. Adcock and The Lafayette Marquis Album: Scene: Performed live at Arlene and Rene's engagement party
Song: Bleed to Feed Artist: C.C. Adcock and The Lafayette Marquis Album: Scene: Performed live at Arlene and Rene's engagement party
Song: I'm Just A Fool To Care Artist: C.C. Adcock and The Lafayette Marquis Album: Scene: Performed live at Arlene and Rene's engagement party
Song: I'm Ready Artist: C.C. Adcock and The Lafayette Marquis Album: Scene: Performed live at Arlene and Rene's engagement party
Song: Let's Talk It Over Artist: C.C. Adcock and The Lafayette Marquis Album: Scene: Performed live at Arlene and Rene's engagement party
Song: I don't Wanna Know Artist: Dr. John Album: The Best of the Parlophone Years Scene: End Credits
Song: Wichita Lineman Artist: Glen Campbell Album: Scene: Sam and Sookie go to Big Patty's Pie House
Song: To Love Is To Bury Artist: Cowboy Junkies Album: The Trinity Sessions Scene: Jason and Amy make up
Song: Two Artist: Ryan Adams Album: Easy Tiger Scene: Sam and Sookie discuss love while driving back from the restaurant
Song: West Of Wichita Artist: D. DaPonte Album: Let It All Come Down Scene: Jason and Amy do V one last time
Song: Symphony No. 8 In G Major Op. 88: Adagio Artist: Philharmonia Slavonica & Alfred Scholz Album: Dvorak: Symphony No. 8 - Concerto for Violoncello & Orch Op. 104 - Piano Piece Op. 52 Scene: Maryann brings Tara to her house
Song: Pass You Buy Artist: Gillian Welch Album: Revival Scene: End Credits
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