In this episode, These United States, from Washington, DC, and Lexington, KY, share the story behind their song, “The Important Thing.” (As told by lead singer, Jesse Elliott.) This is the most straightforward song I’ve ever written. I couldn’t say exactly what it’s about. A lotta people assume it’s Love. Just as many have asked [...]
Archive for December 16th, 2009
The Story Behind the Song: The Comforters’ “Lazy Sundays”
In this episode, Oregon’s “The Comforters” share the story behind their song, “Lazy Sundays.” I would love to be able to say that when the muse strikes, I just have to get out of the way, that I’m merely a conduit for the song to get out. The truth is, I’m more like that annoying [...]