When Hozier was growing up on the east coast of Ireland, he saw the United States through the eyes of his heroes: bluesmen like Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf and John Lee Hooker. “As I listened more and more to the music that moved me, I gained more fascination with America,” he… Source: RollingStone Link: Watch Hozier […]
1. “Carey,” Joni Mitchell, 1971There’s something strange, when you’re a kid, about a song that says your name. Of course, Joni Mitchell is talking about a man named Carey, but I didn’t know that. I was so drawn to it — the song seemed to recognize me in some way, which… Source: RollingStone Link: Carrie Brownstein: […]
1. “99 Problems,” Jay Z, 2003I really could identify with the lyrics. I feel like at one point in my life I was part of a minority, and he’s kind of narrating a situation where there’s racism. I really love the record, but I also love that there’s a message… Source: RollingStone Link: Romeo Santos: […]
1. “Let’s Fall in Love Tonight,” Lewis, 1983The first time I went over to my wife’s place, she had this playing in the background. The album didn’t exist outside of a private pressing of a thousand copies or something — this was a couple of years before it was reissued. We… Source: RollingStone Link: Father John […]
1. “Cannonball,” Damien Rice, 2002Seeing Damien Rice perform when I was 11 changed my life forever. After seeing him play this small club in Ireland, I was able to meet him, and he was unbelievably cool. I went straight home and started writing songs. I would not be doing what… Source: RollingStone Link: Ed Sheeran: […]
1. “At My Most Beautiful,” R.E.M., 1998If you don’t cry listening to this song, I can’t help you. The line “I found a way to make you smile” is at the heart of what it means to love someone. 2. “Call It Off,” Tegan & Sara, 2007The first time I heard… Source: RollingStone Link: Jack […]
1. “To Beat the Devil,” Kris Kristofferson, 1970This song saved my life, pretty much. Kept me in Nashville when I wanted to quit. I was broke. I’d been in town more than a year, working at the Home Shopping Network. I remember putting in the Kristofferson CD I had, and… Source: RollingStone Link: Eric Church: […]
A$AP Rocky has debuted a brooding, chaotic new track from his upcoming second LP, At.Long.Last.A$AP. “Everyday” finds the Harlem rapper exploring his favorite topics – sex and fashion – over a meandering beat from “Uptown Funk” hit-maker Mark Ronson, a soulful guest vocal from Miguel and a sampled Rod Stewart hook. A$AP premiered… Source: RollingStone Link: A$AP Rocky […]
1. “Rhapsody in Blue,” George Gershwin, 1924″Rhapsody in Blue” is the first song I ever heard. When I was a little boy, very young, I heard it and said, “Mom, Mom, play it again!” I loved the part where the violins came in. I just got this overwhelmingly beautiful vibe… Source: RollingStone Link: Brian Wilson: […]
1. “Put Your Finger in the Air,” Woody Guthrie, 1950This was the first record that I owned. It always takes me back to a child’s simple delight, in following along with Woody’s commands. 2. “Heartbreak Hotel,” Elvis Presley, 1956I remember the exact moment I heard it coming from a first-floor window… Source: RollingStone Link: Peter […]