The most upsetting thing about today is that it’s the 30th anniversary of John Lennon’s death. I know when it comes to the Beatles a lot of people like to take sides and stand by their favorite, be it McCartney, Lennon, Harrison, or…Ringo. My personal opinion is that the Fab Four weren’t so fab when they weren’t together, and that’s just a testament to how you can put four great talents in a room and come out with something extraordinary, much moreso than they could have ever produced on their own. Of course for all I know had Lennon survived we could have gotten 30 years worth of mindblowing music that put everyone else to shame. But also please let it go on the record that while I feel all the solo stuff from Beatles members paled in comparison to what they made while together, I’m not saying all of it completely sucked. All of the guys have put out something worthwhile in the post-Beatles era, even Ringo. Alright, that’s my piece for today. Let’s talk Pick Your Poison. No Lennon songs or covers today, as much as I’d like to do something in that regard, but there are highlights from Anika, The Cave Singers, Eulogies and Rooftop Vigilantes. There’s also a couple Christmas tunes from Boca Chica and Strawberry Whiplash if you’re looking for that sort of stuff.
Boca Chica – Not On Christmas Eve
Ethan Lipton and His Orchestra – Gift Basket
Fredrik – Dance of the Peacock Phantom
Kate Sikora – Circle in a Rectangle
Metal Mountains – Structures in the Sun
Quiet Life – Jim’s Wedding Band
Rooftop Vigilantes – Fists of Gary
Strawberry Whiplash – Santa Needs A Holiday
