In 'On the Nickel,' Cleopatra Jones, the protagonist, finds herself entangled in a new mystery. This cozy mystery follows Cleopatra as she deals with personal and professional challenges, using her wit and intuition to unravel the complexities of the case. The story is set in a small town, adding to the charm and intimacy of the narrative.
The song 'Alexandra Leaving' by Leonard Cohen is a poignant reflection on loss and departure. It is inspired by Constantine P. Cavafy's poem 'The God Abandons Antony,' which deals with the fall of Alexandria and Mark Antony. In Cohen's version, the theme is adapted to focus on the loss of a woman named Alexandra. The lyrics describe the pain of her departure, the reality of the moment, and the speaker's advice to acknowledge and accept the loss rather than denying it. The song is characterized by its gentle and reassuring melody, despite its themes of heartache and separation[2][3][4].
Another Scarlet Butterfly is a track from Kevn Kinney's 10th solo album, *Think About It*. The album is described as introspective and personal, reflecting Kinney's longing and contemplative state. The song is part of a collection that includes other original titles and a re-imagination of Drivin N Cryin’s 'The Innocent'.
Alejandro Escovedo is a Texas-born singer/songwriter who comes from a rich family of musicians including his niece, Sheila E. Alejandro started out in the pioneering San Francisco punk band the Nuns in 1975. From there he moved to New York, and then eventually settled in Austin where he started playing rootsy rock with bands like Rank and File, as well as The True Believers.
In March, Alejandro Escovedo released his latest album, Echo Dancing, a retrospective of his career that spans five decades. Inspired by artists like Brian Eno and Suicide, Alejandro Escovedo both re-imagines and re-records his previous work on the new album.
On today’s episode Bruce Headlam talks to Alejandro Escovedo about his upbringing in San Antonio and Huntington Beach, where he’d sometimes pretend to be Hawaiian to avoid getting beat up. He also tells some great stories about his swings through Austin and San Francisco—like being on the bill for the Sex Pistol’s final show.
You can hear a playlist of some of our favorite Alejandro Escovedo songs HERE.
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