Update: Obama's Playlist
The final selections were announced Tuesday morning for the 49 songs chosen for the compilation to be sent to Barack Obama by CBC Radio 2 and their listeners. A little inauguration present from north of the 49th parallel. The list can be seen here: http://www.cbc.ca/radio2/obamasplaylist/
You are able to hear sound clips of each song and go on to purchase them from iTunes if you wish to.
A few of them I heard for the first time during the submission and voting period but I'll note a few faves here:
This is probably the most recent release and one that carries quite a message -'Brother (Watching) by Shad, a hip-hop artist.
One of Leonard Cohen's most sardonic and compelling songs - 'Democracy'.
The Oscar Peterson Trio performing - 'Hymn To Freedom'.
#1 personal favourite tied most closely to 'good times' memories of being up north enjoying the cottage - 'Bobcaygeon' by The Tragically Hip.
Apparently CBC received over 100,000 messages in regard to this by way of song submissions and the voting procedure. Nice to see so many engaged in the process. Enjoy Mr. Obama!!
You are able to hear sound clips of each song and go on to purchase them from iTunes if you wish to.
A few of them I heard for the first time during the submission and voting period but I'll note a few faves here:
This is probably the most recent release and one that carries quite a message -'Brother (Watching) by Shad, a hip-hop artist.
One of Leonard Cohen's most sardonic and compelling songs - 'Democracy'.
The Oscar Peterson Trio performing - 'Hymn To Freedom'.
#1 personal favourite tied most closely to 'good times' memories of being up north enjoying the cottage - 'Bobcaygeon' by The Tragically Hip.
Apparently CBC received over 100,000 messages in regard to this by way of song submissions and the voting procedure. Nice to see so many engaged in the process. Enjoy Mr. Obama!!
Labels: 49 songs, CBC Radio 2, gift, inauguration, link, music, Obama
posted by Norm at 1/21/2009 02:17:00 AM
2 Comments:
I love the list and the songs. I think it was a great exercise even if it never makes it to President Obama. For more details, read Obama's Canadian Playlist ~~ 49 Songs That Define Canada and Our Music. Feel free to let me know what you think of the list!
Brenda
Brenda - Thanks for stopping by and commenting. As for the list - my only misgivings about it are the glaring ommisions. By and large this collection has stood the test of time which is fine.... but I wish there were more recent releases included.
Thanks also for the link - I had forgotten about the 'Oh What a Feeling' compilations.
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