Monthly Archives: December 2013

Essential Listening: The Best Songs of 2013

Posted on 26/12/2013 by Wichita Lineman Was A Song I Once Heard

Here are the best songs of 2013, as decided by moi. As with my album of the year list they arrive in no particular order. The only rule is that this list is populated by newly released material, no reissued stuff … Continue reading →

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Song Of The Day – White Christmas by Bing Crosby

Posted on 24/12/2013 by Wichita Lineman Was A Song I Once Heard

WLWASIOH wishes you a Merry Christmas.

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Essential Listening: The Best Albums of 2013

Posted on 22/12/2013 by Wichita Lineman Was A Song I Once Heard

These are the top albums of 2013, in my opinion, obviously. This list isn’t exhaustive and or full of compromises like certain music websites feel they need to capitulate to. It’s compiled entirely of stuff I listened to and liked. … Continue reading →

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Song Of The Day – Do It Again by Steely Dan

Posted on 19/12/2013 by Wichita Lineman Was A Song I Once Heard

From the album ‘Can’t Buy A Thrill’ (1972)

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Essential Listening: Anxiety – Autre Ne Veut (2013)

Posted on 16/12/2013 by Wichita Lineman Was A Song I Once Heard

When Autre Ne Veut (real name Arthur Ashin) announced he was releasing a new album, set for release earlier this year, I was of course delighted. I enjoyed his self titled debut, not to mention the EP ‘Body’, and his … Continue reading →

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