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Gregory Alan Isakov — Light Year
Album: This Empty Northern Hemisphere
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Released: 2009
Length: 3:34
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I woke you up with poetry and stones
The ragged and the bones
Strewn around the room

I recall another hazy may
Take a round in the ring
Gone hungry for the win…

Here's the part I just lose everything
I cracked a spark just to hear you sing
Sing…

I took it out
The papers and the trash
Old among the cans
This golden love gone bad

Shined it up
Aiming at the sun
Just a light year from us
Hop a cab ride and we're off..

And all the ravens came along to play
The simple notes you sang just went astray

Everything was up, its coming down
Everything was up, its coming down
Coming down
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Great to hear this gem again on RP! Mr. Isakov has been busy lately -- his brand-new album, Appaloosa Bones, is out -- it's dreamy, intimate, and typically spell-binding; such a credit to his genius and artistic gifts! He's playing up in Dillon tonight, and at Red Rocks tomorrow, then he's leaving his Starling Farm in Boulder County, (see his website for info about the amazing work and generous, beneficial things he does there) and heading off on a US and World Tour. He had me as a fan from when I first heard him here on RP, and my admiration has only grown. It's always a treat to hear his soothing, heartfelt songs, and I'm grateful and happy for him!
Posted 1 year ago by coloradojohn    [ Reply ]
Great Live show in Sunderland earlier this year!
Posted 2 years ago by TigerRose    [ Reply ]
Bought the album based on hearing this on RP. The entire thing is great.
Posted 4 years ago by jukes1    [ Reply ]
I had RP on in B.G. (as I always do) and thought it was a Neil Young track I'd not heard before!  Must look this guy up
Posted 4 years ago by prs    [ Reply ]
I keep hearing Andrew Bird in this track. Liking it.
Posted 4 years ago by nmcvaugh    [ Reply ]
 colt4x5 wrote:
Tonight is one of those nights where everything is working for me on RP.
I know, plenty of people have those nights all the time.
But here's what I mean:
For me, everything fits tonight. Everything works. Tonight, even when Jethro Tull plays, it fits. It works. And I hate Jethro Tull. But tonight, it is all part of a greater whole, and it is working.
This is the kind of night (or day, or morning) that sets RP apart from almost any other music source I know.
Truly amazing.
 
 
I'm having one of those moments this morning, and it's blissful. I subscribe to other music streams, but RP is the one I come back to to visit 'Source.' you know? 
Posted 4 years ago by MavenofMayhem    [ Reply ]
WHY have I never heard of him? This is lovely. Reminiscent of early Ray La Montagne, or a kind of shadow box of Neil Young. Beautifully tender. 
Posted 4 years ago by MavenofMayhem    [ Reply ]
 Spiderwoman wrote:
GAI is my favorite. Of all time.

I was listening to NPR a few days ago, driving out for an early morning walk to beat the heat. And on comes an interview with his truly...he ends it with praising magic. I had to pull over so I wouldn't lose reception.

I've never known before what it means to be a fan, what it feels like. It feels like you're alive at the same time a person is who is channeling magical beauty, and you thank them from the bottom of your heart for sharing their gift. For igniting awe in you.
 
A lovely sensation, eloquently stated.......
Posted 5 years ago by miquela75269    [ Reply ]
Only time I've seen Isakov live, was about 2009, at a small venue with about two-dozen people. I fell in love with his voice and songwriting then. A fan ever since. 
Posted 5 years ago by guthrieandme    [ Reply ]
He hits inside the park homers for me
Posted 6 years ago by Shaggy27    [ Reply ]
 DocStrangelove wrote:
i was sue this was Anne Murray
 
Are you still Sue?
(not that there's anything wrong with that) 
Posted 6 years ago by On_The_Beach    [ Reply ]
average 6.6? Come on people!
Posted 7 years ago by Ghiaap    [ Reply ]
 Spiderwoman wrote:
GAI is my favorite. Of all time.

I was listening to NPR a few days ago, driving out for an early morning walk to beat the heat. And on comes an interview with his truly...he ends it with praising magic. I had to pull over so I wouldn't lose reception.

I've never known before what it means to be a fan, what it feels like. It feels like you're alive at the same time a person is who is channeling magical beauty, and you thank them from the bottom of your heart for sharing their gift. For igniting awe in you.
 
Nice post, Spiderwoman.
Posted 8 years ago by On_The_Beach    [ Reply ]
GAI is my favorite. Of all time.

I was listening to NPR a few days ago, driving out for an early morning walk to beat the heat. And on comes an interview with his truly...he ends it with praising magic. I had to pull over so I wouldn't lose reception.

I've never known before what it means to be a fan, what it feels like. It feels like you're alive at the same time a person is who is channeling magical beauty, and you thank them from the bottom of your heart for sharing their gift. For igniting awe in you.
Posted 8 years ago by Spiderwoman    [ Reply ]
 colt4x5 wrote:
Tonight is one of those nights where everything is working for me on RP.
I know, plenty of people have those nights all the time.
But here's what I mean:
For me, everything fits tonight. Everything works. Tonight, even when Jethro Tull plays, it fits. It works. And I hate Jethro Tull. But tonight, it is all part of a greater whole, and it is working.
This is the kind of night (or day, or morning) that sets RP apart from almost any other music source I know.
Truly amazing.
 

 
Amen
Posted 8 years ago by BrokenArrow    [ Reply ]
 beautifully said
colt4x5 wrote:
Tonight is one of those nights where everything is working for me on RP.
I know, plenty of people have those nights all the time.
But here's what I mean:
For me, everything fits tonight. Everything works. Tonight, even when Jethro Tull plays, it fits. It works. And I hate Jethro Tull. But tonight, it is all part of a greater whole, and it is working.
This is the kind of night (or day, or morning) that sets RP apart from almost any other music source I know.
Truly amazing.
 

 


Posted 9 years ago by nikki54    [ Reply ]
Tonight is one of those nights where everything is working for me on RP.
I know, plenty of people have those nights all the time.
But here's what I mean:
For me, everything fits tonight. Everything works. Tonight, even when Jethro Tull plays, it fits. It works. And I hate Jethro Tull. But tonight, it is all part of a greater whole, and it is working.
This is the kind of night (or day, or morning) that sets RP apart from almost any other music source I know.
Truly amazing.
 
Posted 9 years ago by colt4x5    [ Reply ]
deep deep love
 
Posted 10 years ago by RabbitEars    [ Reply ]
I thought this was Travis, until I checked.  Too whiney.
Posted 10 years ago by DaidyBoy    [ Reply ]
at last, a voice to rival squeel young in grating on the{#Yell} nerves
Posted 11 years ago by oldfart48    [ Reply ]
here comes the next squeaking whiner, right after travis :( how did this sort of 'singing' ever become a trend?
Posted 11 years ago by joempie    [ Reply ]
ahhhhh, love this song
Posted 11 years ago by amyjpr    [ Reply ]
Never heard of him, pretty good, just what I'm looking for from RP.
Posted 11 years ago by BazH    [ Reply ]
Been listening all this Sunday afternoon, and simply love your station RP,  Thank YOU!
just beautiful music.
 
Posted 12 years ago by Parberella    [ Reply ]
Yep, gonna have to get me this album.  {#Smile}
Posted 12 years ago by rdo    [ Reply ]
Can't give it more than a 4.  Some of those phrases are just too weirdly drawn out (one where he stretches the word "stray" was not good; at least I think that was the word he was singing).
Posted 12 years ago by bachbeet    [ Reply ]
All his work is simply beautiful!
Thanks RP for playing this...
Never heard of him before...


Posted 12 years ago by vanmas    [ Reply ]
I'm glad I'm hearing this again. Can use this song right now.
Posted 12 years ago by ziakut    [ Reply ]
Such a beautiful song!
Posted 12 years ago by Tuesday1    [ Reply ]
Beautiful song. Thank you RP.
Posted 12 years ago by Eros92450    [ Reply ]
Got this kid coming to play in Brighton later in the year as part of his UK tour. Great live performer, see him if you can.
Posted 12 years ago by geordiezimmerman    [ Reply ]
I like the ultra contemplative feel of this mellow tune. Some good ole' reexamine oneself with a glass of wine and a 'WTFC'!!! {#Yes}{#Stupid}
Posted 12 years ago by ziakut    [ Reply ]
I tend to like this uber-mellow fare, but I can see how it's not everyone's cup of tea. Music for the sedated by the sedated.
Posted 12 years ago by On_The_Beach    [ Reply ]
Wake me up when this musical pablum is over.
Posted 13 years ago by misterbearbaby    [ Reply ]
I have yet to hear a bad song from this man. Love it, even the imperfect struggle to reach the high note.
Posted 13 years ago by d-don    [ Reply ]
Awesome, Bill. Thanks for putting another song of his on your playlist. Gregory is simply amazing. He's got another album coming out soon too. Saw him in concert a few weeks ago (twice) and heard some of his new songs. I can't wait! 
Posted 13 years ago by sten    [ Reply ]
This put me in a mellow mood - perfect for the day.  I like it!
Posted 13 years ago by Cynaera    [ Reply ]
 peter_james_bond wrote:
Nice segue from Cello Song; I too think this song has a Nick Drake feel. As for the crack about his singing - give the man props for reaching for those high notes and not using auto-tune. I'd rather hear some human imperfection in a beautiful song, like this one; than hear computer generated "help" in some mindless pop drivel.

 
Fair enough, and good point. He is a bit weak on the old high register, though. 5 from the Nottingham jury.

Posted 13 years ago by fredriley    [ Reply ]
Nice segue from Cello Song; I too think this song has a Nick Drake feel. As for the crack about his singing - give the man props for reaching for those high notes and not using auto-tune. I'd rather hear some human imperfection in a beautiful song, like this one; than hear computer generated "help" in some mindless pop drivel.

Posted 13 years ago by peter_james_bond    [ Reply ]
Nice tune, but I wonder what he did with the money his mommy gave him for singing lessons.
Posted 13 years ago by old_shep    [ Reply ]
Soothing... normally this is exactly what I wouldn't like but having just come into the cool, dark cave from the ugliness outside it sounds really good.
Posted 13 years ago by run4more    [ Reply ]