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  • Here's a fine listenin' playlist to go with your fine sippin' whiskey. For the sake of consistency, it contains only country or bluegrass tracks about the much adored "water of life". Whiskey and country music do indeed make a fine combination.

    Many countries are known for their quality whiskeys including Scotland, Ireland, Japan and Canada, but when listening to this Americana-centric whiskey playlist I highly recommend enjoying a fine American whiskey like Jack Daniels or Jim Beam.

    The playlist includes whiskey-focused songs by Willie Nelson, George Jones, Uncle Tupelo, Blue Mountain, David Allan Coe, Yonder Mountain String Band, Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley, Travis Tritt, Gillian Welch and more.

    Country / Bluegrass Songs About Whiskey

    1. Whiskey River - Willie Nelson   
    2. Tennessee Whiskey - George Jones   
    3. Whiskey Bottle - Uncle Tupelo   
    4. Jack Daniels, If You Please - David Allan Coe   
    5. Whiskey Before Breakfast - Yonder Mountain String Band   
    6. Whiskey Lullaby - Brad

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  • This playlist contains cover versions of songs that hit the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the U.S. in 1967. Neil Diamond sings the Monkees, Over The Rhine sings The Rolling Stones, Astrud Gilberto sings The Association, Echo And The Bunnymen sing The Beatles and much more. 17 number one hit remakes in all.

    Maybe the following news items will help you remember what was happening in 1967:

    -The Vietnam War the top story of the year

    -Over 100,000 young people converged on Haight-Ashbury in San Francisco for The Summer of Love

    -Three U.S. astronauts die when their Apollo spacecraft bursts into flames during a launchpad test

    -The Doors release their self-titled debut album

    -Aretha Franklin records and release her famous version of "Respect", which hits #1

    -The Monterey Pop Festival is held

    -Pink Floyd releases their debut album The Piper at the Gates of Dawn

    -Thurgood Marshall is confirmed as the first African American Justice of the United States Supreme Court

    -John

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  •  Chuck Panozzo is a 58-year-old gay man who came out of the closet just 6 years ago.

    Why would someone keep their sexuality a secret for such a long time? Well, as a founding member of the classic rock band Styx, (the first rock band in history to sell 4 consecutive triple-platinum albums), Chuck Panozzo is also a rock star born from an era not exactly accepting of homosexuality. Especially considering the fan base Styx found itself making its living from.

    Chuck had a fascinating new book published last year that tells his tale. It's a story about reaching the pinnacle of fame and fortune, but counterbalanced by having to live a lie. Sadly, he was probably correct when assuming fan and media rejection, which certainly would have presented itself 20 or 30 years ago.

    After losing a close friend to AIDS, Chuck Panozzo decided that he "didn't want to be a coward" anymore, and he came out. Being HIV positive, he is now dedicating a large part of his life to fighting the disease.

    The book

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  • The "Amen Break" is one of the most sampled drum breaks in hip-hop, drum & bass, techno and jungle music. The sample comes from the b-side of a record called "Color Him Father" by an R&B group called the The Winstons. The song that the sample was lifted from is called "Amen Brother" and it has firmly cemented it's place in music history. Be sure to check out the video by Nate Harrison on the history of this sample, then come back and listen to these 10 songs that use it.

    Songs That Feature the "Amen Break" 

    1. Straight Outta Compton - N.W.A.   
    2. Whole Lotta Love - Perry Farrell   
    3. Girl/Boy Song - Aphex Twin   
    4. Wordz Of Wisdom - 3rd Bass   
    5. Escape That - 4 Hero   
    6. Come On In, The Dreams Are Fine - Deee-Lite   
    7. Nightlife - Amon Tobin   
    8. Feel Alright Y'All - 2 Live Crew   
    9. Casualties Of War - Eric B and Rakim   
    10. Born Killer - Scarface 

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  • For those of you that missed the first installment of our "Radish Portable Gold" playlist series, the idea is pretty simple. I pick 20 tracks that are without any sliver of doubt (critically or personally), classic songs. Genre plays no part in the selection process, but great care is taken to the playlist as a whole to ensure good flow and quality. Sometime a curveball is thrown in to keep things interesting. You can think of it as the ultimate eclectic ad-free radio station.

    Of course you can stream via the web for free or buy the tracks to burn to a CD, but for Rhapsody To Go subscribers, I would recommend downloading the playlist to your portable device and taking it with you on your commute, or for a jog. I hope you enjoy these songs as much as I do.

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    Unless you've been completely oblivious to the modern world over the last couple of weeks you're well aware that Michael Phelps is at the very pinnacle of Olympic sport. His name will be etched in the minds of billions for generations to come as are names like Carl Lewis, Mark Spitz and Nadia Comaneci.

    His record-breaking gold medal streak at the 2008 Summer Olympics has been breathtaking to watch and his face is getting more airtime than either of the US presidential candidates. In many of the candid Phelps shots gracing our television sets, he is seen with the ubiquitous iPod earbuds stuck in his Obama-like ears. For music fans across the world the image of Phelps with his headphones on begs a seriously burning question.

    What's on Michael Phelps' iPod?

    I have my official request into Michael's PR person, but as I stand in line behind thousands of more important press I did some digging.

    This playlist contains 5 tracks that Michael picked exclusively for Rhapsody

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    "Slowcore" or "Sadcore" is best characterized by the melancholy themes of its lyrics, slow tempos and minor-key melodies. Born of the do-it-yourself indie movement, individual tracks range from minimal acoustic outings to complex self-recorded and studio numbers with pronounced elements of dissonance in later compositions.

    Sweeping vistas measured with simplicity and low-key instrumentation can put the listener at ease and aid in relaxation. This mellow musical baseline lends itself to powerful dynamic changes without becoming loud or grating. Early exponents like the Red House Painters and American Music Club drew on the nihilism, loneliness and isolation found in the lyrics of bands like The Cure and The Smiths.

    This playlist with a cup of coffee on a Sunday morning is as good as life gets. 

    The Ultimate Slowcore Playlist

    1. "Song For A Blue Guitar" by Red House Painters from the album Songs For A Blue Guitar
    2. "Bluebird Of Happiness" by Mojave 3 from the album

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    The Incorrect Music Show with Irwin Chusid on WFMU in New York went off the air in May, 2002. It was a terrific program that featured "outsider" music. Amateur stuff so bad that it was hilarious. The two requirements for the music that was played on the show were: "1. the songs could not be intentionally made bad, and 2. the artists had to be self-unaware."

    This playlist contains 27 tracks you would have heard on the show. If you were a big fan of Incorrect Music I hope this playlist will bring back some fine memories.

    If you have never heard of Incorrect Music, you really shouldn't miss this playlist as it may just open your eyes to the beautiful honesty of outsider music.

    WARNING: Repeated listening will cause hallucination

    Incorrect Music Playlist

    1. Lift Ev'ry Voice And Sing - Shooby Taylor   
    2. Monday, Monday - Mrs. Miller   
    3. Deep Bosom Woman - Wayne   
    4. Cousin Mosquito #2 - Malinda Jackson Parker   
    5. Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds - William Shatner   
    6.

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    Buying a new home is an accomplishment and is an event that should be celebrated, especially today when the credit crunch is making it harder for some to secure a home mortgage.

    If you have a house warming party planned for the near future, or it you're buying a new house, this playlist will be a good start for the festivities. A home is most likely the biggest investment you'll make in your life so a soundtrack is warranted. This playlist includes home related themes as performed by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, Bobby Darin, Bob Marley, Madness, Everclear, John Lee Hooker, Elton John, Nat King Cole and more.

    What songs would you add to your house warming party playlist?

    Songs For A House Warming Party

    1. Our House - Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young   
    2. Brand New House - Bobby Darin   
    3. There's Always Room At Our House - Guy Mitchell   
    4. Our House - Madness   
    5. What Is A Home Without Love? - Earl Scruggs   
    6. Three Little Birds - Bob Marley   
    7. I Will Buy

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    There is no denying that Bob Dylan is a legend. In fact, he may be the most influential songwriter in American history. Studio musicians would burn themselves with lit cigarettes just to get chance to play with him. But Bob has acted the part of sideman himself.

    Dylan has recorded with many other artists over his illustrious career. He's provided vocals, harmonica, bass, guitar and keyboard work for musicians you know by name and some you probably don't. Some of his side project work is debated because it's believed that Bob has worked under pseudonyms including Tedham Porterhouse, Bob Landy and Roosevelt Gook. This playlist includes recordings that Dylan is said to have been involved with.

    Bob Dylan Side Projects

    1. Swing And Turn Jubilee - Carolyn Hester   
    2. Will The Circle Be Unbroken - Ramblin' Jack Elliott   
    3. Who Do You Love - Tom Rush   
    4. San Antone, (Is Anybody Going To) - Doug Sahm   
    5. Don't Go Home With Your Hard-On - Leonard Cohen   
    6. Go Away

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