Rye whiskey can refer to two different, but related, types of whiskey: American rye whiskey, which is similar to bourbon whiskey, but must be distilled from at least 51 percentContinue readingRye whiskey
Ain’t Got No Home
“Ain’t Got No Home” (or “I Ain’t Got No Home in This World Anymore”) is a song by Woody Guthrie, released on Dust Bowl Ballads, in which the singer lamentsContinue readingAin’t Got No Home
PACK UP YOUR SORROWS
Richard & Mimi Farina ~ PACK UP YOUR SORROWS ~ written by Pauline Baez. Many folk groups have adapted this song most notably by Peter, Paul & Mary. The deathContinue readingPACK UP YOUR SORROWS
Kisses Sweeter Than Wine
“Kisses Sweeter Than Wine” is a popular song, with lyrics written and music adapted in 1950 by Pete Seeger and Lee Hays of The Weavers, and recorded by Jimmie Rodgers.Continue readingKisses Sweeter Than Wine
The Old Gray Mare
“The Old Gray Mare” is an American folk song, more recently regarded as a children’s song. Some authors have said that the song originated from the performance of the horseContinue readingThe Old Gray Mare
If I Had a Hammer
“If I Had a Hammer (The Hammer Song)” is a protest song written by Pete Seeger and Lee Hays. It was written in 1949 in support of the Progressive movement,Continue readingIf I Had a Hammer
Swing Low, Sweet Chariot
Swing Low, Sweet Chariot African American spirituals exist in many forms and styles, evolving throughout decades as a part of American culture. Spirituals born in the early Black church wereContinue readingSwing Low, Sweet Chariot
As Long As I Have You
“As Long As I Have You” by Elvis Presley. There are certain songs that have touched the heart and resonated with me throughout the years. One of these songs isContinue readingAs Long As I Have You
It’s Been a Long, Long Time
Ah, “It’s Been a Long, Long Time”! That’s a classic big band-era song that gained popularity at the end of World War II. The music was composed by Jule Styne,Continue readingIt’s Been a Long, Long Time
The End
“The End” is a song with music by Jimmy Krondes and lyrics by Sid Jacobson. In 1958, the song was released in the United States as a 1958 single byContinue readingThe End