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December 7, 1941 is a date which will live in infamy. That was 79 years ago - when the Japanese attacked United States ships at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Over 2,000 Americans died that day. It was the event that cause the U.S. to finally enter World War II.
The likelihood is that more that number will die today from COVID-19. And although it may be fair to say the two things are not really comparable - I think it is worth noting that Pearl Harbor prompted a swift and sure response from the U.S. Government and that the majority of Americans supported those actions.
I think it is reasonable to believe that this time in our history will be one that will live in infamy. History will judge the lackluster response of the government and the lack of leadership that helped create a lack of a unified response. And how all of that contributed to many of those who have died of COVID-19.
No American politician or government official caused the COVID-19 pandemic just as no American politician or government official caused the attack on Pearl Harbor, however, the American response to Pearl Harbor had been as poor and mismanaged and muddled as the response to COVID-19 - the subsequent events and history would be much different.
We have a long way to go on this week's Featured Friday Playlist - so let's pick right up with songs 16-25:
16. "New Failures" by Ten Ton Hammer
First up, we have the title track from a new EP from the hardcore band that formed in Philadelphia in 2014. They recorded this EP under quarantine from different locations across the country. A raucous start to this segment of music.
17. "The Minit" by Fred Abong
Fred Abong is best known as the bassist for Throwing Muses. He returned to music in recent years - having spent the time away as a Humanities professor. His new release is called Our Lady of Perpetual Help.
18. "Nothing From Nothing" by A.J. Croce
Next up, we have the lead track from A.J. Croce's forthcoming covers album, By Request. The Nashville based singer-songwriter and musician - takes on the 1974 Billy Preston song.
19. "City" by American Merit
Next, we have the debut single from Texas based rock band American Merit. The band has several singles planned for this month.
20. "Unbury Me" by Crows As Shepherds
Next up, we have some alternative metal from Spain. This is the first single from the forthcoming debut full-length album. Great stuff.
21. "Old Calendar" by Paul Yoon
Next up, we have a track from the new album by Houston, Texas based singer-songwriter Paul Yoon. A really lovely song filled with genuine emotion.
22. "Let's Call It Love" by Bailey Bigger
Next, we have the title track to the debut EP by Arkansas based singer-songwriter Bailey Bigger. The EP was produced by Bruce Watson. The 20 year old songwriter has already drawn comparisons to John Prine and Courtney Marie Andrews.
23. "Boomerang" by Pet Envy
Next, we have the recent single by the Nashville based indie band Pet Envy. I dig it.
24. "Titles and Frames" by Un Rodo Cora
Next up, we have the title track to the fifth album by the Stockholm based collective whose members have roots in the US and India. A great song.
25. "Bad Karma" by Gray Bouchard and the Dedications
We close this segment of music with a recent single from Massachusetts based Gray Bouchard of Salem Wolves along with his band The Dedications. The track is a cover of a recent release by The Devil's Twins. A great way to end this segment of music.
Tune in tomorrow, when we have ten more songs to recap.
Featured Friday Playlist
