Indiana is "Let it Bleed" country.
It was Sunday afternoon that my Brother and I decided on an impromptu Road Trip to Hersher, IL to spend Easter with family. Of course, to get to Illinois from Michigan, a stretch through Indiana is inevitable (Unless you're a stupid and you decide to go through Wisconsin, but that doesn't make sense, bimbo).
As we made our way through the tiny towns of Indiana, each with a charming, one-stoplight main streets and signs comprised of chain-link proudly displaying the emblems of local churches, the vintage country twang of 'Let it Bleed' just seemed to fit like a glove, specifically the title track.
I used to hold the misconception that the Rolling Stones were just 'Gimme Shelter' and 'Jumpin' Jack Flash', that is, until someone bought me Let It Bleed. Very dusty, very country, in fact, 'Gimme Shelter' sounds too produced and rock 'n' roll for the rest of the album. I guess that's ok, but just remember, if you're driving through Indiana, you'd be better off starting on 'Country Honk', then just put the cruise control on and let the album spool out.
cheers
[She said "this one will bring you love", and I don't know if it's true, but I keep it for good luck]
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
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I pass through Indiana a few times a year. You have to in order to get to Illinois from NC. I will definitely do this next time I'm making my way past the millions of windmills in Indiana. (I guess I have to download it first though. I'm fairly sure the only Rolling Stones song I own is Paint it Black.)
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