The Tailgate Society

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Tag: Music

  • 5 On It: No More Silent Nights

    5 On It: No More Silent Nights

    The typical Christmas music started coming across my radio BEFORE Thanksgiving this year, which really made me want to stick a fork in my eye. I love Christmas as much as anyone who loves Christmas, but I like to have distinct holiday seasons (and don’t get me started on how much the new “Black Thursday” […]

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  • 5 On It: Lone Star State of Mind

    5 On It: Lone Star State of Mind

    The Tailgate Society thought it was high time to get someone on board to send your ears on an aural adventure each week. Our girl Sylvia June selects 5 songs that tell a story, pertain to current events, convey a feeling or just make her happy. And, most of the time, she’ll have a great […]

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  • 5 On It: I’ll Have To Say I Thank You In A Song

    5 On It: I’ll Have To Say I Thank You In A Song

    The Tailgate Society thought it was high time to get someone on board to send your ears on an aural adventure each week. Our girl Sylvia June selects 5 songs that tell a story, pertain to current events, convey a feeling or just make her happy. And, most of the time, she’ll have a great […]

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  • 5 On It: The Goat, or Who TF is Sylvia?

    5 On It: The Goat, or Who TF is Sylvia?

    The Tailgate Society thought it was high time to get someone on board to send your ears on an aural adventure each week. Our girl Sylvia June selects 5 songs that tell a story, pertain to current events, convey a feeling or just make her happy. And, most of the time, she’ll have a great […]

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  • Grande Feat or Fail?

    Grande Feat or Fail?

    Just six months after the release of her widely-acclaimed album, “Sweetener,” Ariana Grande dropped “Thank U, Next” in early February. Many artists take years or more to perfect new music, so it’s fair to wonder if that quick turnaround would allow “Thank U, Next” to live up to the hype generated by “Sweetener.” I put […]

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  • The Top 10 Songs of 2018

    The Top 10 Songs of 2018

    Last week, social media was full of everyone’s Spotify year in review playlists. I love a good recap, so I made a list of my favorite songs of 2018.

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  • The New Classic Rock Summertime Jams

    The New Classic Rock Summertime Jams

    Summer is a great time to discover new music. Whether you’re tending the grill, lounging poolside with a drink in hand, or throwing a party, it’s vital to have some good tunes rolling in the background. What to play, though? I know that I may be in the minority here, but I’m not much for […]

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  • Tailgate Society Music Review: Blitzen Trapper

    Tailgate Society Music Review: Blitzen Trapper

    I’ll make no effort to hide my love for a band from Portland, Oregon, called Blitzen Trapper.

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  • Tailgate Society Music Review: Margo Price

    Tailgate Society Music Review: Margo Price

    For the most part, I tune out political and/or social commentary made by celebrities. Mostly, I doubt everything from their intentions to their ability to think outside of their narcissistic echo chamber. Music, however, differs in its ability to provide a nuanced take on the successes and challenges of society.

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  • Tailgate Society Music Review: The Band of Heathens

    Tailgate Society Music Review: The Band of Heathens

    Generally speaking, if you call something “derivative,” it’s not really a compliment. It’s usually a term used to slight TV, movies, and, yes, music, pointing to the apparent lack of originality.

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