A concert by Harald Haugaard and Helene Blum inspired me to create not just one, but two new lyrics. Both are rough translations—really...

Maybe my favorite Christmas song ever, which of course was written by Joni Mitchell. Performed here with worthy vocals but the point is...

When I said that my “12 Songs” series was unranked, it was with an asterisk because I have zero doubt about my album of the year—with...

“It’s Christmas time in Washington, and the Democrats rehearse. Getting into gear for one more year of things not getting worse....

If you are the sort of person who has become wary about my suggestions because they seem too gloomy or ironic, this is your day to click with no fear. This will be one of the most joyful songs you will ever hear... I share it in a hope that my version can help introduce this terrific song to more people, advancing a folk process that has a great deal to gain from carrying it forward.