Monday has arrived, as if we needed a reminder, right? But Monday means music! It’s a freebie week, so grab your favorite tune(s) and let’s all dance like no one’s watching!

Let’s start with a soulful ballad that was inspired by someone this artist was very close to when he was part of the group, The Wanted.  He explained:

“When the band decided to take a break they suddenly stopped talking to me. It prompted me to ask the very simple question what do I have to do to make you care about me as much as I care about you? Do I have to be Famous?”

The artists’ fair-weather friend texted him immediately after his debut solo single was released. He was somewhat put off, surprised that some people could be that shallow. I’ve had plenty of those kinds of fair-weather friends myself. This one’s for them.

Solo Artist Nathan Sykes (ex The Wanted) at Amersham Studios & T

Give a listen to Nathan Sykes with “Famous”:

Next up is a new song from this artist who has a few excellent songs about liquid sunshine. We’ve been getting plenty of that around here lately. This sentimental love song gets an extra hit of pathos from female backup vocals and an orchestral symphony outro worthy of an Opry encore.

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Here’s the inimitable Luke Bryan with “You Look Like Rain”:

Next up, these Canadian rockers may be known as four of the craziest guys in music, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t willing to get real with their lyrics. Case in point, their brand new single. It’s a big departure from the album’s lead single, the usual carefree pop rock anthem we’ve come to expect.

This song takes a look at the dark side of fame, with the band trying to rectify living in the limelight without sacrificing their relationships. The deeply personal lyrics specifically speak to the lead singer who sings

“She said Jake, you’re a little bit stoned / When you gonna get grown / Will you just come home, I’m so not sure / Can you help yourself, I can’t help you anymore / You’re going faster than me”

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Give a listen to Hedley with “Can’t Slow Down”:

We’re just 11 days from this artist’s new studio album dropping (Nov. 18), so to gear up for the release he’s dropping another dance-worthy cut onto the net. The radio-friendly song maintains the “upbeat” and “feel-good rhythm” he aimed for on his previously released tracks.

The X Factor runner-up says the inspiration behind the record came from his split with his ex-girlfriend last September.

“Funny how you never quite realize that you already have paradise til it’s gone / all the way, out of your life / Looking in the mirror, don’t know myself / Nothing makes sense, this feels like hell / I let you down, down and out, never thought twice”

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Here’s the talented Olly Murs with “Back Around”:

Tomorrow, as you know, is the 8th of November. Just another day for most of us (well, except this year it happens to be Election Day), but for some, it’s a day they’ll never forget. This next song is a true story based on an event that happened during the Vietnam War. Operation Hump was a search and destroy operation initiated on 8 November 1965 by the 173rd Airborne Brigade.

Ever wondered where Big Kenny got his top hat? He got it from one of the men featured in this video. Kris Kristofferson says “Our friend, Niles Harris, retired 25 years United States Army, the guy who gave Big Kenny his top hat, was one of the wounded who lived. This song is his story. Caught in the action of kill or be killed, greater love hath no man than to lay down his life for his brother.”

A sincere “Thank You” to all of you who have served, or are currently serving our country in our nations military.

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Without further ado, here’s Big & Rich with “8th of November”:

That’s a wrap for this week – have a great Monday!

Now on to the particulars of Monday’s Music Move’s Me:   PhotobucketI have the supreme honor and privilege of being a co-host with the inimitable Xmas Dolly and our musical cohort, Callie from JAmericanSpice.

Want to join in the fun? It’s easy – just find a tune that rocks your boat, post it and link up – don’t forget to grab Xmas Dolly…er, um, I mean her button…over at her place here. Check out Xmas Dolly’s sidebar for the random themes we sport each week – and you can always ask for a specific theme of music you like, too. Check out the other music lovahs and let’s jam!



7 Comments

  1. Howdy, Stacy! We’re getting quite a bit of sunshine, too. Wha we really need is the rain, though. Nathan Skyes is new to me. He has a bit of throwback 50s sound with his song, Famous. Hedley is another new-to-me band (a bit hard on the eyes) and I enjoyed Can’t Slow Down. Nice introduction. I haven’t heard of Olly Murs before now,either. You’re really bringing out the new finds for me! Back Around might be my favorite song of the new intros. Great song tribute to our Vets with Big & Rich’s 8th of November! Tomorrow is a very important day for ALL Americans with the 2016 election. May God have tender mercy on us as a nation! Thank you for the dance and for hosting the best dance party in Blogosphere, my friend!

  2. Hey Girl, Always introductions to your songs. I must live under a rock. hahahaha – but I must say thank you for the last tune. My brother was in that war, but praise the Lord he was on a supply ship and never set foot on land. What a beautiful song that is. I’ll remember to post that tune on FB for him. hugs and thanks again! You’re other tunes ROCKED!

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