I was doing some spring cleaning in my hard drive, spurred by the sudden realization that I no longer had space in my second 160gb drive to save the latest House, MD episode. Great. Time to finally clean house (no pun intended).
I know where most of the duplicate files are, for the most part. They’re in the mp3 folder that has files that also reside in my iTunes folder. It’s just a matter of getting to the business of deleting things, that’s all. Except, of course, since the recent uptick in my internet music downloads, I’m trying to be careful not to lose any gems I might not be able to recover online in the future. Which makes for a very slow process.
In the course of reconciling my iTunes library with my other mp3
storage bin, I discovered that I have a few Amos Lee tracks that I always assumed were in his commercially-released self-titled album. But when I went to compare the tracks side-by-side, I saw that I had a handful of tracks that had no home. A few of them were in an even earlier release (which also included songs in his Amos Lee album), or a movie soundtrack, or from his live performance at KCRW. There’s one there that had me stumped, though. I couldn’t figure out where it belonged.
So maybe for now, it, along with the other tracks, will belong on this post. I know a few Amos Lee fans, and in case you haven’t heard these yet, enjoy. If you have, then enjoy them again. And if you haven’t even heard of him yet, go check him out. Really. As in, right now. Go.
Just keeping it loose, friends.
I’m Not Myself
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Jails and Bombs
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Morning
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Makin’ Love
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Colors (piano)
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Brand New (live)
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OH MY GOD! I just hit “Makin’ Love” and I was stuck by how “pop driven” the sound is.
err…struck
Yep. The first few bars sounded like he was going to launch into Groovin’ but then it suddenly became something else.
Thanks for thses gems, Ivoryhut! I thought “Colors” was really beautiful. I only have Amos’latest CD, but his self-titled album is on my “to buy” list. “Makin’ Love” was a jarring departure from most of his other stuff to me.
I really loved the music and looked to download a few tunes but could not find I’m Not Myself on any album. Can you help me out?
where did you get the song Morning from? It is beautiful and I love it. where did you get the live version from? the records are crystal clear.
are you going to catch him in concert soon. I plan to see him in Austin
where did you get the song Morning from? It is beautiful and I love it. where did you get the live version from? the records are crystal clear.
are you going to catch him in concert soon. I plan to see him in Austin. I want to get these songs, can you tell me where I can buy them
Hi Cilly! (Or is it Cheri? Which one do you prefer?)
You know, I’ve had those mp3s for as long as I remember, right from the very start when I first heard of Amos Lee. They’re from his self-titled album that I believe he released himself before signing with his current record company. I don’t know where the live one is from, but yes, I was amazed too at the great quality.
But what am I saying? You’ll be seeing him live soon. Nothing beats that kind of quality.
Karen, sorry I didn’t see your comment sooner. But I hope I answered your question above. Thanks for dropping by!
Ivory,
For the love of Amos… Where can I purchase these??? Better yet it sounds like there may be othersongs out there from some older album?
A big fan in California dying for Amos to come out West….
Ooh … then that big California fan can join me in kicking myself for having missed his concert with Bob Dylan here a few months ago. I do have some extra posters (I helped by posting some in the area) from that if you’re interested.
Many of the songs posted are from this 2004 release. You may still be able to find it somewhere online.