Welcome to Mel’s Diner. My name is Matthew Merson and I am so glad you are here. You found a very special place that welcomes all who enter while serving up only the best vibes to build a community of amazing people who love discovering great music. The jukebox at Mel’s curates a weekly playlist of new, vintage, and deep-cut music that can soundtrack any adventure that awaits you. Just sit anywhere, my friend, I will get us some pie and a cup of coffee.
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SONG | ARTIST | ALBUM
* Trying to Live My Life Without You | Otis Clay | Trying to Live My Life Wiothout You
Chicago soul / R&B. Lyrics may seem extreme, but are very likely true.
* Down On The Bottom | The New Basement Tapes | Lost On The River (Deluxe)
Super group singing unsung or discarded Bob Dylan lyrics.
* Canola Fields | James McMurtry | The Horses and The Hounds
James McMurtry is a Texas Americana legend
* Nothing Touches Me | Sam Burton | I Can Go With You
L.A. based indie music. Somewhat sad, somewhat folky, all the way great.
* In the Middle of It | Hiss Golden Messenger | In the Middle of It
NEW MUSIC FROM HISS GOLDEN MESSENGER!!! This is what we all need right now.
* I’m a Ram | Al Green | Gets Next to You
Memphis soul and attitude for days.
* Rabbit One | Masters of Reality | Sunrise On The Sufferbus
Some songs are just plain cool. This is one of them.
* Wede Harer Guzo | Hailu Mergia, Dahlak Band | Wade Harer Guzo
Tezeta = Ethiopian Nostalgic Afro-Jazz, and this is one of the best introductions to this genre I can think of.
* Gallup, NM | The Shouting Matches | Grownass Man
Justin Vernon, Phil Cook, and Brian Moen playing music for the absolute joy of it. The friendship and good vibes of the recording sessions come through on this track.
* Viva Tirado - Live At The Robert Clemente Coliseum / San Juan, PR / November, 1973 | Fania All Stars, Jan Hammer | Latin-Soul-Rock
Bad Bunny showed the world that salsa and the music of Puerto Rico is beautiful, powerful, and important. There is so much amazing music that has come from that island - and this song ranks at the top of my list.
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