Utopia is back together for a reunion tour this Spring (2018), so there’s no better time to revisit one of their great songs. I think this era of Utopia pretty much invented “Progressive Pop” and this song is a great example of their songcraft and musical skills. See you on the road to Utopia! (And don’t forget to share this podcast with friends, leave comments on iTunes, etc. It really helps!)
“The Road To Utopia” (Utopia) Copyright 1980 Fiction Music/Utopia (BMI)
Tom Petty always knew how to write an anthem, and this is one of his best. A rallying cry for anyone who’s been rejected or on the losing side of love.
“Even The Losers” (Tom Petty) Copyright 1979 Alamo Music Corp (ASCAP)
Let’s start things off with one of my favorite McCartney songs – a tune most people haven’t heard but should’ve been a big hit. This song has everything I love about McCartney– a terrific lead vocal, great bass part, an arrangement that keeps evolving and cool production. Enjoy!
“Daytime Nighttime Suffering” (Paul McCartney) Copyright 1978 MPL Communications Inc
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