Another phrase of Rod’s inspired a very poignant little scenario of an old man surrounded by personal memories in his antique shop and not wanting certain ones disturbed. Rod sings the part and came up with some nice lyrical chord sequences on the piano, backed by little glimmers of acoustic guitar and light drums. We know bugger all about antiques, so Stafford pored through novels, finding some good items in Georges Perec’s quirky “Life: A User’s Manual.”
lyrics
Step inside and stroll around, sir - share the treasures of this place / Ebony bookends, Venetian chandeliers, that Russian leather case
But please don't touch that lady, fading in her frame, beside the chased-gold clock on the wall / For sentimental reasons, that's all
She once graced the crimson cushions of this velvet divan / And here's the inlaid Sterling silver bracelet, I pressed into her hand
Oh please, don't lift the lid of that old roll-top desk - those memories rush out with a sigh / The sentimental value, that's why
If you could look through my eyes, you'd come to see / Among the moments lying dusty in the bric-a-brac, her struggle to be free
Go gently through these relics of a precious time - and tip your hat to love, as you pass / For sentimental reasons, at last…
Irish singer-songwriter Oisin Leech's acoustic folk music is characterized by its muted beauty and intimate, solitary quality. Bandcamp New & Notable Mar 16, 2024
A gorgeous journey through a kaleidoscopic array of sonic approaches melted together that feels old and new at the same time. Bandcamp New & Notable Mar 5, 2024
The legendary Richard Thompson's new solo album exemplifies his many musical paths, from pop and cabaret to jazz to traditional folk. Bandcamp New & Notable Mar 2, 2024
Babehoven returns with another record of indie folk songs about love, connection, and the fragility of human relationships. Bandcamp New & Notable Feb 24, 2024
The haunting new record from Canadian folk artist Avi C. Engel bridges old and new traditions with a minimalist approach. Bandcamp New & Notable Feb 24, 2024