What a voice Howlin’ Wolf has, and what a name! This is one smokin’ hot track from the blues legend. Rebel Voice advises that you keep a bucket of cold water handy when listening to this as you may set your hair of fire. And for god’s sake don’t let the neighbour’s dog hear it, […]
Here, for your delectation, are a number of versions of the popular War of 1812 song, The Battle of New Orleans. This particular episode was viewed by many as a second war of independence from Britain as confrontations were on the increase at this time between the Empire and the fledgling nation. It can be […]
Chip Taylor is the brother of religious nutcase and poor actor, John Voight. He is the uncle of Angelina Jolie. Although made famous, and performed better, by the Troggs, Wild Thing was written by Taylor. Rebel Voice had the pleasure of seeing both Taylor and Rodriguez when they toured Ireland many years ago. They played […]
Chester Bennington is still missed in the world of rock and always will be. It is little over one year since the lead vocalist with the Stone Temple Pilots (among others) took his own life. Here is an example of how good he was. If you enjoyed this, please share
This excerpt is taken from the classic musical comedy, The Blues Brothers. Here we see Jake and Elwood shaking it up with Ray Charles. It’s sometimes easy to forget just how good the music was in this movie. If you enjoyed this, please share
This is a well known track from the annals of US rock history. It is best enjoyed as sexy women are watching you strut. But take care not to let Sister Assumptia see you or you’ll get the big ruler across your bopping head and that just ain’t cool, it’s bad and sore to the […]
This is one of Woody’s best known ballads. Is there an equivalent troubadour of the blue collar worker today in the United States? Perhaps Bruce moved in that direction at times, and Dylan certainly tackled some topical issues in his time, but have any presented as solidly working class and highlighted the continuing travesties being […]
A classic from one of the greats of folk music. If you enjoyed this, please share
It don’t get any cooler than this, a Steppenwolf classic, with the video from that classic movie of rebellion, Born To Be Wild. Be free, disciples of life. If you enjoyed this, please share
Here is the Blues Brothers classic taken from the movie itself. The soundtrack from the film is one of the all-time best and has some of the greatest cameos to be seen. With the recent passing of Aretha Franklin, the Blues Brothers takes on a new poignancy. If you enjoyed this, please share
This is a stomping classic not heard near enough these days. So get the whiskey down from the cupboard, get yourself a beer chaser, turn Georgie up to the max, and shake your head vigorously as you let the music take over. Then feel slightly embarrassed after the song ends and you’re in an empty […]
Arlo Guthrie is the balladeer son of Woody, no, not from Toy Story but from the proud folk tradition of the USA. Arlo is a great entertainer in his own right and performs this classic track admirably. The lazy rhythm is appealing of those who enjoy kicking back and chilling out with a beer or […]
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