Sieger on Songs
Lesley, Dolly and Me Too
Gore’s “You Don’t Own Me’’ is an empowerment anthem, Parton’s “Jolene” is not. Both are great.
Jul 2nd, 2019 by John Sieger
The Funky Legacy Of Dr. John
The genius has passed away, but songs like “Qualified” will never die.
Jun 14th, 2019 by John Sieger
“We’ll Meet Again”
75 years after D-Day the song made famous by Vera Lynn still resonates.
Jun 7th, 2019 by John Sieger
The Retro Cool of Leon Redbone
A specialist in “old weird America” has died, leaving a unique legacy.
May 31st, 2019 by John Sieger
The Strange Life of Connie Converse
“How Sad, How Lovely” among the haunting songs by this lonely songwriter.
May 22nd, 2019 by John Sieger
Three Incredibly Happy Songs
One you probably know well. The other two are wonderful oddities.
May 3rd, 2019 by John Sieger
Ella Fitzgerald Makes Spring Come Alive
She turns "Spring Can Really Hang You Up The Most" into a seasonal classic.
Apr 19th, 2019 by John Sieger
The Strange Career of Scott Walker
Remembering the baritone-voiced American who became a hit in England.
Apr 5th, 2019 by John Sieger
Nina Simone for St. Patricks Day?
Her take on “Black Is The Color Of My True Love's Hair” is a haunting cultural crossover.
Mar 15th, 2019 by John Sieger
The Heavenly Sound of Rosetta Tharpe
“Up Above My Head” is a classic. And this week’s Gospel Jubilee a must-see event.
Mar 5th, 2019 by John Sieger
The Simple Integrity of Buck Owens
Even if you don’t like country, a great song like "Made In Japan" is hard not to admire.
Mar 4th, 2019 by John Sieger
The Slowly Sublime “Hickory Wind”
Written by Gram Parsons, sung by Gilliam Welch. Unforgettable.
Feb 21st, 2019 by John Sieger
