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[It’s Thanksgiving so] Name that Psalmy Tune
I am thankful that God really likes good words and poetry and songs. I am thankful that the biggest book in the canon is a Songbook. I’m thankful for the mysterious way those Psalms have pulled me out of despair, so many times. I’m thankful that King David sang/shouted/asked such awful (and awfully honest) questions–like, […]
Jenelle
November 22, 2007
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The Trumpet Child, in Brief
Well, that was a soulful treat. A sneak peek at Over the Rhine’s newest record. The first five songs left me a bit breathless. Particularly because Karin’s voice sounds better than it ever has–even more out on a limb, if that is possible. The opening track walks in with cabaret horns, Linford’s lush piano, and […]
Jenelle
July 9, 2007
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If You Are Free Tonight @ 8pm (EST)
Oh now really, just cancel your plans tonight. Instead, put your feet up and enjoy the sneak-preview of Over the Rhine’s newest record, Trumpet Child. (It’s free, folks!) Afterwards you can even live-chat with Karin and Linford. If you miss it, the album comes out August 21st. Click here at 8:00pm Eastern tonight: Trumpet Child […]
Jenelle
July 8, 2007
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I’m from Barcelona
This is a song from a new band from Sweden. Their band name is, “I’m from Barcelona.” They make me happy. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwwbXHNGsjU] (Muito Obrigada, Elise.)
Jenelle
June 29, 2007
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How Do You Really Feel?
Jenelle
June 26, 2007
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Working for the Church While Your Family Dies
I’m listening to an exceptional record entitled “Neon Bible” while writing papers about the local church. This is ironical, child. Arcade Fire’s newest release is as pretentious as indie rock gets, and that’s their point. It is swooning with over-production, but that’s what a Neon Bible does when it’s flashing in a store-front. “Intervention” is […]
Jenelle
June 16, 2007
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Definitive Band for Spring
Some say Spring is the season of love. For me, Spring is the season of great bands on tour! Tomorrow night I’m driving up to PA to see the illustrious Mates of State, the definitive Spring band. Why, you ask? Because Mates of State combine rock and love and still make everybody dance. (Kori and […]
Jenelle
April 26, 2007
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Peregrine
per·e·grine /ˈpɛrɪgrɪn, -ˌgrin, -ˌgraɪn/–adjective1. foreign; alien; coming from abroad.2. wandering, traveling, or migrating.–noun3. peregrine falcon. I just got The Appleseed Cast’s new record, Peregrine. I had to look up what peregrine means, and am now pleased to find a new adjective for my heart. This record is keeping me awake so that I can study […]
Jenelle
April 23, 2007
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Renew Us
I think we could all use a hopeful song right about now. My dear friend Elise just recorded her newest song, “Renew.” I am amazed by it. (I’m amazed by her.) I told her that listening to it has the effect of being surprised by sudden warm winds, like the Santa Ana’s in a California […]
Jenelle
April 18, 2007
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Jackie Pullinger Rocks my iPod
Today I listened to a rickety old mp3 by Jackie Pullinger. (It must’ve been transferred from 8-track to tape to mp3 because the recording was just horrible.) But, oh! her incredible stories from life in the streets of Hong Kong were like an intravenous dose of dripping faith into my spirit. Woooo! Jackie Pullinger is […]
Jenelle
April 14, 2007
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To Recreate Us
I often have trouble feeling particularly contemplative on the Holy Days. I think it’s this rebellious strain in me that wants to find all the days holy. (And, just my rebellious pride, probably.) Today while I was running I decided that a simple song by Sufjan Stevens would be my Good Friday praise refrain. It’s […]
Jenelle
April 6, 2007
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All of a Sudden I Miss Everyone
After a long day at Ski Roundtop, the whole mess of us came home happy and injury-free. (Thank you for praying, if that was you.) What I Learned While Tumbling Down the Icy P.A. Mountain 1. Snowboarding is not at all like skateboarding. 2. I’m far better at snowboarding in my imagination than on the […]
Jenelle
March 5, 2007