Just got finished listening to John Prines "Haystack" Cd. This cd is as relavent today as it was in 1971. The songs on it could descibe the events today as much as they did in 71. Illegal Smile, about Marijuana use, yes some states has approved marijuana use for recreational purposes but it's still illegal on the federal level. Sam Stone, about a vet that returns from the war with a bad drug habit and dies all alone. How many of our Vets are doing the same thing right now. Living on the street, some with substance abuse probs and dying alone. Your Flag Decal Won't Get You In To Heaven Anymore. Ultra patriotism and war mongers. Yes sometimes war is necessary and there is nothing wrong with patriotism but the USA can not be the worlds police force. Six O'clock News, about a boy that grew up only to be on the 6 o'clock news, his brains on the sidewalk and blood on his shoes (Chicago anyone?)

If you have not heard this CD I suggest you find a copy of it (iTunes has it) and listen to it carefully. It's a great CD with great songs that describe everyday life as well as the protest songs I just listed. It's a Folk/Country Genre so it's easy listening.

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