Today, I found this gem of a performance from 1993 in Fukuoka, Japan. This cover of Bobby Troup's classic takes a lot from the Rolling Stones' version, but it has its own bite. https://youtu.be/c8sIQ9l-o_A The video indicates the name of the band is Players Company. Google searches of the band's name have come up empty … Continue reading Mystery band in Japan
Category: Music
John Mayer talks about recording “Route 66”
Recording artist and guitar hotshot John Mayer talks about recording Bobby Troup's "Route 66" for the first "Cars" movie in 2006: https://youtu.be/0h5ZpCrHJxk Mayer's performance is part of the "Cars" soundtrack.
Two-steppin’ back in time
Someone posted a newscast video from circa 1987 by the now-defunct KTSP-TV in Phoenix about Bert's Country Dancin', a place that held dances only on Saturday nights on old Route 66 between Hackberry and Valentine, Ariz. https://youtu.be/ukXZbnB5gPQ This site had a bit more information about Bert's: That was when Bert Denton, a retired cowboy and sometimes … Continue reading Two-steppin’ back in time
Motoring with the Motor City Madman
In this fascinating interview, Ted Nugent reveals that the Rolling Stones' version of "Route 66" inspired dozens of guitar riffs for his songs, then plays that Bobby Troup tune: https://vimeo.com/26352957 I'd always noted the resemblance. But the Motor City Madman confirmed it.
The ultimate Route 66 music playlist
Over the years, I've amassed on my iPod more than 200 songs for road trips. These are songs are mostly about driving, along with tunes about the towns and places along the Mother Road. This list, along with an excellent one compiled by the Federal Highway Administration, should give you music download ideas for your … Continue reading The ultimate Route 66 music playlist
“I Shall Be Released”
This trio, called Davis, Crosby & Cowart, perform Bob Dylan's "I Shall Be Released" at the historic U-Drop Inn gas station on Route 66 in Shamrock, Texas. https://vimeo.com/25851967 This performance is impromptu. But the U-Drop Inn hosts free "Thursdays Under the Neon" music events in June, July and August.
Hello from Palo Alto
Here's a version of Bobby Troup's "Route 66" with Paul Jacobs on a vintage mandolin and Derek See on guitar and vocals. They're playing at a guitar store in Palo Alto, Calif. https://youtu.be/iLhDtW2ZOac
“Home to You”
A road song from the Peasall Sisters, for those who are returning home: https://youtu.be/0KIF7xMBgBc
“Where There’s a Road”
This video was made by a fan of Robbie Fulks, who wrote and recorded this tune. Listen close to the references to Joplin and Santa Fe: https://youtu.be/15Eem57nX7k
“Oklahoma Hills”
A lot of star power on this recording -- Bruce Springsteen, Arlo Guthrie, and Joe Ely performing this song for a Woody Guthrie benefit. https://youtu.be/IZ6FKPeA9mw