Listening to Sam Phillips on Radio Paradise

Very sweet and lovely.

Posted 2 months ago by GingerandMe [ Reply ]

a song I cannot listen to when I'm blue. Emotive in a very old-fashioned way

Posted 2 years ago by xcranky_yankee [ Reply ]

Hey RP: thanks for playing multiple songs from her.

She's really quite captivating.

Kudos.

Posted 2 years ago by idiot_wind [ Reply ]

This is quite lovely

Posted 2 years ago by smartn1 [ Reply ]

bailey_comus wrote:

I have metastatic breast cancer. I'm keeping a running list of songs I'd like to listen to as I'm dying. Seriously. I don't plan on it happening soon, but I want hopeful tunes - and nothing that will devistate my husband or family while they wait with me. This song made the list.

I hope this is how its going to be:

I've worn out the world
I'm on my knees in fascination
Looking through the night
And the moon's never seen me before
But I'm reflecting light .

This was posted 9 years ago. Funny how this dashboard captured such a powerful moment. And yet, here we are 9 years after, wondering if this person is still hopeful and full of life. I truly hope they are.

Posted 3 years ago by AleksandraM [ Reply ]

Kind of reminds me of young Marianne Faithful.

Posted 4 years ago by idiot_wind [ Reply ]

Is it because I am using the retired website that when I went to the artists' website, I got Elvis's Sam Phillips. This happened some years back and had apparently been fixed. Also, I think this Sam Phillips is an interesting character.

Posted 5 years ago by bam23 [ Reply ]

I became aware of this song watching The Gilmore Girls. I like the way that series uses music, especially having Grant Lee Phillips making cameos as the town troubadour.

Posted 6 years ago by RabbitEars [ Reply ]

haljordan wrote:

Note to self: Find a picture of Christoph Waltz, link it to this post, and make a joke along the lines of "Even Christophs?"

Only if displayed in 3/4ths or 6/8ths size.

Posted 6 years ago by Grammarcop [ Reply ]

Grammarcop wrote:

I'm a sucker for anything that resembles a waltz.

Note to self: Find a picture of Christoph Waltz, link it to this post, and make a joke along the lines of "Even Christophs?"

Posted 7 years ago by haljordan [ Reply ]

I'm a sucker for anything that resembles a waltz.

Posted 7 years ago by Grammarcop [ Reply ]

Love Sam!

Posted 7 years ago by mardisoninnc [ Reply ]

One of the more underrated and gifted songwriters.

Posted 8 years ago by zedstation [ Reply ]

What a lovely, melancholy waltz. Nice arrangement and evocative lyrics.

Posted 8 years ago by Proclivities [ Reply ]

i like this song

Posted 8 years ago by Skydog [ Reply ]

can I have this dance?

Posted 8 years ago by meinthecorner [ Reply ]

Anew the proof that I invariably love songs in three-four time.

Posted 9 years ago by hitchie [ Reply ]

So nice. For some reason makes me want to wear a beret.

Posted 9 years ago by stevesaw [ Reply ]

Simple, beautiful songs make the world better. Thanks, Bill.

Posted 10 years ago by MassivRuss [ Reply ]

I just love this song and always have, but when my mother died last year, I included it in a mix called "Pensive." It just brings tears to my eyes every time I hear it. And besides the lyrics, it's a sweet waltz.

Posted 10 years ago by Tana [ Reply ]

This my friends...is beautiful.

Posted 11 years ago by ziakut [ Reply ]

Yawn. PSD, take me to a happy place!!

Posted 11 years ago by Ahnyer_Keester [ Reply ]

bailey_comus wrote:

I have metastatic breast cancer. I'm keeping a running list of songs I'd like to listen to as I'm dying. Seriously. I don't plan on it happening soon, but I want hopeful tunes - and nothing that will devistate my husband or family while they wait with me. This song made the list.

I hope this is how its going to be:

I've worn out the world
I'm on my knees in fascination
Looking through the night
And the moon's never seen me before
But I'm reflecting light .

Keep reflecting, my dear. We'll keep the good thoughts coming.

Posted 11 years ago by d-don [ Reply ]

bailey_comus wrote:

I have metastatic breast cancer. I'm keeping a running list of songs I'd like to listen to as I'm dying. Seriously. I don't plan on it happening soon, but I want hopeful tunes - and nothing that will devistate my husband or family while they wait with me. This song made the list.

I hope this is how its going to be:

I've worn out the world
I'm on my knees in fascination
Looking through the night
And the moon's never seen me before
But I'm reflecting light .

Alarm's Rain in the summertime is on my list. Always seems to bring a tear to my eye.

The best to you.

Posted 12 years ago by gemtag [ Reply ]

I wonder how much she'd charge me to just have her on my porch, composing, playing guitar, and singing when I get home from work. I could see budgeting for this. Love her stuff.

Posted 12 years ago by Roguewarer [ Reply ]

rubish

Posted 12 years ago by johnylo [ Reply ]

bailey_comus wrote:

I have metastatic breast cancer. I'm keeping a running list of songs I'd like to listen to as I'm dying. Seriously. I don't plan on it happening soon, but I want hopeful tunes - and nothing that will devistate my husband or family while they wait with me. This song made the list.

I hope this is how its going to be:

I've worn out the world
I'm on my knees in fascination
Looking through the night
And the moon's never seen me before
But I'm reflecting light .

Peace on you, sister.

Posted 12 years ago by nagsheadlocal [ Reply ]

I have metastatic breast cancer. I'm keeping a running list of songs I'd like to listen to as I'm dying. Seriously. I don't plan on it happening soon, but I want hopeful tunes - and nothing that will devistate my husband or family while they wait with me. This song made the list.

I hope this is how its going to be:

I've worn out the world
I'm on my knees in fascination
Looking through the night
And the moon's never seen me before
But I'm reflecting light .

Posted 12 years ago by bailey_comus [ Reply ]

haretic wrote:

Give up the ground
Under your feet
Hold on to nothing for good
Turn and run at the mean times
Chasing you
Stand-alone and misunderstood

Now that I've worn out,
I've worn out the world
I'm on my knees in fascination
Looking through the night
And the moon's never seen me before
But I'm reflecting light

Beautiful!

Posted 13 years ago by fingerpin [ Reply ]

Give up the ground
Under your feet
Hold on to nothing for good
Turn and run at the mean times
Chasing you
Stand-alone and misunderstood

Now that I've worn out,
I've worn out the world
I'm on my knees in fascination
Looking through the night
And the moon's never seen me before
But I'm reflecting light

Posted 14 years ago by haretic [ Reply ]

Some of her better stuff

Posted 14 years ago by DaveInSaoMiguel [ Reply ]

jkolin wrote:

Luke can waltz!

Luke can WALTZ. :)

Posted 14 years ago by osbyec [ Reply ]

Luke can waltz!

Posted 15 years ago by jkolin [ Reply ]

I feel a bee-hive hair-doo comin' on!

Posted 15 years ago by suebee3 [ Reply ]

Seriously not too bad. Started out very tedious, but I grew to really like it.

Posted 15 years ago by nmatavka [ Reply ]

sam phillips ftw.

Posted 15 years ago by govna [ Reply ]

prickelpit96 wrote:

If you recognice Edith Piaf, you might find 'kermit' from sesamestreet as well...?

heheh. A little harsh but I have to agree with your assessment. A few EP songs would be a nice addition to RP I think. Pretty good song though

Posted 15 years ago by Wizzuvvoz [ Reply ]

Posted 15 years ago by xviti [ Reply ]

fretman wrote:

I really liked Sam Phillips' records from the old Sun Label in Memphis - that stuff rocked!

Yeah!!!!

Posted 16 years ago by HarrO [ Reply ]

I hope her cold got better

Posted 17 years ago by rocco1207 [ Reply ]

this song sucks !!!!! come on

Posted 17 years ago by bob_sponge [ Reply ]

steeler wrote:

Also, a bit like Edith Piaf.

If you recognice Edith Piaf, you might find 'kermit' from sesamestreet as well...?

Posted 17 years ago by prickelpit96 [ Reply ]

I really liked Sam Phillips' records from the old Sun Label in Memphis - that stuff rocked!

Posted 17 years ago by fretman [ Reply ]

babyjuice wrote:

never heard this, sounds like Marian Faithful.

Also, a bit like Edith Piaf.

Posted 17 years ago by steeler [ Reply ]

How come she is not more widely acclaimed?

Posted 17 years ago by steeler [ Reply ]

never heard this, sounds like Marian Faithful.

Posted 17 years ago by babyjuice [ Reply ]

Is this a waltz? I am reminding of following the invisible 'box' on the floor in a dancing class. ooonnnneee, twothree, ooonnneee, twothree. (Insert waltzing bananas here.) Adding this to my list. Thanks, Bill!

Posted 17 years ago by celadonstone [ Reply ]

I love Sam Phillips, and would love to find that "Midnght Clear" recording... does anyone know where I can get it?

Posted 17 years ago by kyleminor [ Reply ]

Sam's music gets better with each release, in my opinion. Perhaps not as approachable, but I thoroughly enjoy the gypsy jazz influence on her last two releases. It is amazing that she is not more popular, though Martinis and Bikinis did get some decent exposure with television and movie soundtracks. BTW, her rendition of "It Came Upon A Midnight Clear" on the movie soundtrack for "A Midnight Clear" was stunning, and worth watching the movie. (The movie was pretty good too). Her song was so good, Bruce Cockburn covered it on his Christmas album, though his version wasn't nearly as good. -TU

Posted 18 years ago by tu_homer [ Reply ]

Tana wrote:

I "discovered" Sam Phillips through RP, having NEVER heard her before, and I consider myself a relatively alert (and old) music fan. Anyone know or have a theory as to why she is not a bigger name?

Don't know. Martinis and Bikinis is one of my all time favorite CD's. Well worth checking out if you like this. Very beatlesque.

Posted 18 years ago by Darlington [ Reply ]

I "discovered" Sam Phillips through RP, having NEVER heard her before, and I consider myself a relatively alert (and old) music fan. Anyone know or have a theory as to why she is not a bigger name?

Posted 18 years ago by Tana [ Reply ]

First listen. Very nice. Love those strings, which give this the feel of a song from a romantic film from the 40's.

Posted 18 years ago by meloman [ Reply ]

Something about her voice makes me happy.

Posted 18 years ago by cyzik [ Reply ]

Almost switched stations upon hearing the ghastly Psychedelic Furs. Glad I hung around.

Posted 19 years ago by mojoman [ Reply ]

al9009 wrote:

Marriane Faithfull anyone?? (Good though!)

Nope, Sam's an original.

Posted 19 years ago by Art_Carnage [ Reply ]

Marriane Faithfull anyone?? (Good though!)

Posted 19 years ago by al9009 [ Reply ]

slawjam wrote:

wow, how have I missed Sam? beautiful! I'm gonna hit the links right now and pick this one up!

While you are at it, pick up "Martinis and Bikini's." Excellent CD.

Posted 19 years ago by Darlington [ Reply ]

This is quite good.

Posted 19 years ago by redeyespy [ Reply ]

YAWN

Posted 19 years ago by bajafisher [ Reply ]

Sam is so awesome. I have seen her perform twice this year and both were mindblowing. Beautiful song.

Posted 19 years ago by hannibal812 [ Reply ]

wow, how have I missed Sam? beautiful! I'm gonna hit the links right now and pick this one up!

Posted 20 years ago by slawjam [ Reply ]

I am definitely going to get this CD.

Posted 20 years ago by Angloray [ Reply ]

Oh yes. We must have more Sam Phillips.

Posted 20 years ago by Coppertop [ Reply ]

Stiffy inducing!

Posted 20 years ago by JokesandJokesandJokes [ Reply ]

I really like the sound of this. It has a sort of melancholy sound that I like. A little reminiscent of Janis Ian.

Posted 20 years ago by farleym [ Reply ]

I love the background (cello?). Very Tom Waits arrangement. Beautiful song.

Posted 20 years ago by ortenzia [ Reply ]