as i sit here in my newly-purchased counting crows t-shirt from the concert on wednesday, i am motivated to find a t-shirt from another one of my favorite bands…the decemberists. lead singer colin meloy has a very unique voice, and a lot of the songs are stories to music. i really like the fact that you can listen to the words and follow it as if reading a book. for samples, check out apology song, the sporting life, the bagman’s gambit, and the mariner’s revenge song. yes, i am pushing this band on to anyone who will listen. i know they won’t be for everyone, but give them a proper chance. i included a link below where you can download a few of their songs for free.

the decemberists official site: http://www.decemberists.com/

download some mp3s here: http://www.buyolympia.com/killrockstars/Band=The+Decemberists