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It's funny in a way... some thoughts as things begin to reopen...
In the midst of the shutdowns and lockdowns, I am pretty sure at some point, I made the emotional declaration that if I got another chance, I would never miss another show (or some version of that) and that I would push through my anxiety and go to new, unknown places.
I have loved the opportunities to get out and see live music, but it still remains a delicate balance. There is too much going on - even already - to do it all - plus my introvert energy gets used up so easily and recharge time is vital. Also my anxiety about new, unknown places did not magically go away over the pandemic and in fact - there are new anxieties because everything is new and unknown - at least until it is not.
So, while I hope to make some improvements - the fact is I will still work hard to strike the right balance, sometimes feel guilty about missing some shows, and forever be grateful for the ones I am able to see.
Featured Friday Playlist recap - Part 3 (songs 19-25):
19. "Time After Time" by Steven Faulkner
First up today, we have the recent single from UK artist Steven Faulkner.
20. "Fantastic Company" by My Name is Ian
Next up, we have the long awaited new album from Welsh band My Name is Ian. This is the title track from that release which took two years to produce.
21. "One Woman Man" by The Stars of Disaster
Next up, we have the emotionally powerful new single from Pittsburgh's The Stars of Disaster. The new album, In the Trough of the Wave, is set for release this Friday.
22. "Prey" by Javi Paton
I am just going to be honest, and I don't know how I was introduced to this music, and I don't know a whole lot about the artist. But, it is pretty cool.
23. "If It Makes You Happy" by Rid of Me
Next up, we have a nifty cover of the Sheryl Crow hit from this Philadelphia noise-punk band.
24. "Grace" by 4 Minutes Later
The story of this band began is 2018 with a tweet promising music coming soon. There were no band members listed, no band images, no tour dates, and no location. Just the promise - which captured a lot of attention. Then the music did come, but the band remained anonymous. With a planned tour postponed, it looks like 2021 will be the year that the band reveal themselves - but first we have this new single - which sound fantastic.
25. "Face On the Rail Line" by The Catenary Wires
And, we close this segment of music with a brand single from the iconic UK indie-pop band from their forthcoming Birling Gap album which is due out June 18.
