Kathleen Edwards — Goodnight, California
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You know what I wish?
It was just you and me
Sitting in this corner bar
You could tell me how you are
But I'm not going to lie
Or anything
You don't even have to speak
If you keep looking at me
And I could go all night
But they're turning up the lights
It would be so easy
To do or say anything
But I'm not going to lie
I'm not looking for love
I won't let you in my heart
But you are always on my mind
It was just you and me
Sitting in this corner bar
You could tell me how you are
But I'm not going to lie
Or anything
You don't even have to speak
If you keep looking at me
And I could go all night
But they're turning up the lights
It would be so easy
To do or say anything
But I'm not going to lie
I'm not looking for love
I won't let you in my heart
But you are always on my mind
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Some songs just have a feel about em, this one feels nice
This song always makes me think of late nights I have had sitting at the bar with someone and a late night, that I would like to have, sitting at the bar with someone.
Only a few songs can get me in that relaxed dreamy state. This is one of them. I can imagine some here feel the same.
Harmonica is very distinct. I wonder who this is in this song. Sounds familiar.
Excellent. This song grows!
Cosmic-Aith wrote:
...and that harmonica too
Just love the guitar on this
...and that harmonica too
Just love the guitar on this
rocklandlove wrote:
I get chills every time.
Hypnotic, haunting, exquisite. Like a movie without words, or an Edward Hopper painting. Never gets old.
I get chills every time.
Great song and album.
bohica53 wrote:
I don't know why, but same to me.
Tears start to flow every time i hear this song.
I don't know why, but same to me.
sfoster66 wrote:
Agreed and well said! I always thought of it as a slow-burner but now I'm thinking "smoldering" is more fitting.
I'm not sure how an artist does this....turns desire into song. You can feel the smoldering here, just awaiting a slight breath to watch the flames alight. Magical. Gets me every single time...
Agreed and well said! I always thought of it as a slow-burner but now I'm thinking "smoldering" is more fitting.
Sitting at a 9 for me - today it feels like a 10.
That bassline hits me.
Her voice -
That bassline hits me.
Her voice -
Tears start to flow every time i hear this song.
This sounds like a fresh soft pillow for a weary head...an 8.
Forgive if I've already commented on this, but I just had to say I love this. Kathleen is a Canadian treasure. It's a wonderful tableau of a song, so evocative. I also love her slightly detached but earnest singing style- few other vocalists are able to do that- recalls Suzanne Vega in the best way.
Wish Kathleen was a neighbor, I'd make cookies to hear this each day.
rocklandlove wrote:
Perfectly said and worthing repeating here.
Hypnotic, haunting, exquisite. Like a movie without words, or an Edward Hopper painting. Never gets old.
Perfectly said and worthing repeating here.
the ethics of ambig-you-ity…
Kajukenbo wrote:
Morrissey isn't anyone I'd take relationship advice from, despite the great lyrics. This tune is quite good in a concise way - my feeling is we don't like to be lonely but there are people we wish we could talk ourselves into loving.
But I'm not going to lie
I'm not looking for love
I won't let you in my heart
But you are always on my mind
- I think this is a lie we often tell ourselves out of self-protection. I think we are looking for love, just like everybody else, as Morrissey says.
The echo/reverb on her voice and all instruments (except maybe her guitar at the beginning?) sets a lovely atmosphere for the lyrics ... and I can FEEL the angst in her voice.
Bill G, she put out a new record last year please play some.
But I'm not going to lie
I'm not looking for love
I won't let you in my heart
But you are always on my mind
- I think this is a lie we often tell ourselves out of self-protection. I think we are looking for love, just like everybody else, as Morrissey says.
I'm not looking for love
I won't let you in my heart
But you are always on my mind
- I think this is a lie we often tell ourselves out of self-protection. I think we are looking for love, just like everybody else, as Morrissey says.
This Kathleen's song is the best ever!
After hearing this track on RP, I bought all her albums. Thank you, RP.
ExpatLarry wrote:
Studio musicians. Awesome, tight studio musicians.
That is a very good band. She delivers what she is supposed to, but boy that band behind her is really doing something. Subtle yet strong.
Studio musicians. Awesome, tight studio musicians.
That is a very good band. She delivers what she is supposed to, but boy that band behind her is really doing something. Subtle yet strong.
When music captures an emotion you can't describe...I think this song is that.
She's playing in Pittsburgh on 8/26 as a part of the free Summer Concert Series. Will be there! I seen her years ago as an opening act. I cannot remember for whom, my mind says Cowboy Junkies, but I know my memories are not great.
go see her live, a show you won't forget!
jwallstrom846 wrote:
agreed.
melancholy and beautiful.
agreed.
melancholy and beautiful.
Wow! Listen:
She's mesmerising...
She's mesmerising...
This is a terrific song.
So sweet so nice, so cool song and feeling!!
Looking at tour dates right now...just decided that I have to go see her live. That's the kind of reaction that I love from great music...makes you feel something so powerful that you have no choice but to act. Whether its protest or passion, it stirs you to move.
Ahhh, still sounding good 14 years later. westslope wrote:
Nice call.
So how do we categorize this song? Alt-country? New Country?
"Friggin' Awesome"
Nice call.
So how do we categorize this song? Alt-country? New Country?
"Friggin' Awesome"
jjbchansen159 wrote:
minus Neil's cheesy lyrics.
Neil Young. Cowgirl in the Sand or Cortez the Killer.
minus Neil's cheesy lyrics.
perfect music for/by broken people.
so sweet, so hypnotic, so melanconic, remember me my wife...goodbye my Love.
Draws me in every time I hear it, rather wonderful really.
Harmonica and vibe reminds me of some Talk Talk
What a lovely sound and a Canadian too!
nelamvr6 wrote:
This is one of those songs i wish was above 10
It seems that every time I hear this, I increase my rating. Now I'm on a 10, almost wish there was an 11...
Her new stuff is really good too.
This is such a wonderful, new type for a blues song.
I wish there was a way this could be more than a 10, damn fine song
ProjectGemini07 wrote:
Nice call.
So how do we categorize this song? Alt-country? New Country?
A Radio Paradise signature track.
Nice call.
So how do we categorize this song? Alt-country? New Country?
It seems that every time I hear this, I increase my rating. Now I'm on a 10, almost wish there was an 11...
westslope wrote:
Kathleen Edwards supporting John Prine... that would have been a terrific concert.
Alas Prine has the C-19 virus although he is reported to be in stable condition.
This brief exchange encapsulates 2020 well. Hope mixed with uncertainty, the key factor being that the hope was based on so little information. Also, this song transfixes me every time I hear it. Sometimes on repeat.
Kathleen Edwards supporting John Prine... that would have been a terrific concert.
Alas Prine has the C-19 virus although he is reported to be in stable condition.
This brief exchange encapsulates 2020 well. Hope mixed with uncertainty, the key factor being that the hope was based on so little information. Also, this song transfixes me every time I hear it. Sometimes on repeat.
I just love that harmonica in the back. Goose bumps!
I'm not sure how an artist does this....turns desire into song. You can feel the smoldering here, just awaiting a slight breath to watch the flames alight. Magical. Gets me every single time...
Sometimes the most simplest melody can be the most beautiful...
Neil Young. Cowgirl in the Sand or Cortez the Killer.
ProjectGemini07 wrote:
Signature track sounds a little.... but you're right!!
A Radio Paradise signature track.
Signature track sounds a little.... but you're right!!
So. Damn. Good.
In a strange way, reminds me of that Mazzy Starr song.
Dreamy, fuzzy, liquid, hazy, wavy.
Dreamy, fuzzy, liquid, hazy, wavy.
Love the segue from Dylan's Things have changed, there's a nice G-minor connection going on
Just boosted it up to a 10
My rating for this is a ten, and every time it comes on, I check to *make sure* it's a ten. Such a cool, calming, melancholic sound.
Great track. I love the harmonica.
Faint echoes of "The Twin Peaks" atmosphere.
Shimmering swirling layers of beauty melody and harmonics. Headfones essential. Yes Sir I like it
jwallstrom846 wrote:
One time recently I heard this song in the car just before getting to work. I heard it out in the parking lot, then began my shift. It stuck with me all day.
Sometimes I listen to a song I wish would not end. This is one of them
One time recently I heard this song in the car just before getting to work. I heard it out in the parking lot, then began my shift. It stuck with me all day.
Sometimes I listen to a song I wish would not end. This is one of them
Like driving on a country road at night in the middle of July with the windows down and the smell of the cornfields on either side of the road.
such a cool vibe for a (not) love song.
Such an evocative take on heartbreak. Always stops me in my tracks.
My Canadian Amazon 
This is so incredibly good. Gives me chills.
Maybe this Wednesday, Kath?
Cool.
And thanks for washing my car.
Cool.
And thanks for washing my car.
noe.architecte169 wrote:
Looks like someone thinks so - was just preceded by that very track
Looks like someone thinks so - was just preceded by that very track
Man, this song gets it....right at the spot!!!
Ayejoe wrote:
They are each outstanding - she's in fine company
KE has to be, along with Patty Griffin, Emmylou Harris, Mary Chapin Carpenter, up amongst the best for heartfelt and moving artistry...would LOVE to see her again
They are each outstanding - she's in fine company
h8rhater wrote:
It bothers me when someone says this because it may cause another to dismiss the album.
This track is excellent but, there are several (Asking For Flowers, Scared At Night, The Cheapest Key, Buffalo, Sure As Shit) that could vie with this track depending upon your taste.
The whole album is excellent.
There are other fine songs including Asking for Flowers
It bothers me when someone says this because it may cause another to dismiss the album.
This track is excellent but, there are several (Asking For Flowers, Scared At Night, The Cheapest Key, Buffalo, Sure As Shit) that could vie with this track depending upon your taste.
The whole album is excellent.
There are other fine songs including Asking for Flowers
I keep hearing this out of the corner of my consciousness and think "ah, someone else did a cover of Creep."
Kathleen is back in the music fold after a sojourn in her cafe and I, for one, am glad
10
I love this more than all the goosebumps on my skin can say.
On_The_Beach wrote:
Great CD but this is easily the best track.
I bought the album after hearing this song on RP, have to say that I agree.
Great CD but this is easily the best track.
I bought the album after hearing this song on RP, have to say that I agree.
so mournful, it's taking me to a sad place, which is cathartic every now and then.
Signwrtr61 wrote:
There are a good number of extremely talented, gifted musicians and songwriters out there. Kathleen Edwards is one of them.
Can't say that I've heard her or of her. But, being one who enjoys just quality sounding music of ANY genre, she does have quite a set of pipes and talent. She does sound mighty nice. Don't know of Mr. Prine, either. May God bless him and bring him back to full recovery.
There are a good number of extremely talented, gifted musicians and songwriters out there. Kathleen Edwards is one of them.
Can't say that I've heard her or of her. But, being one who enjoys just quality sounding music of ANY genre, she does have quite a set of pipes and talent. She does sound mighty nice. Don't know of Mr. Prine, either. May God bless him and bring him back to full recovery.
Daveteauk wrote:
Barrista? That's someone who makes coffee inni?
Yup. She quit the music industry a few years back and opened a little coffee shop. Figured (sadly true it turned out) that she'd make better money with less bullshit.
I've seen references to her at least playing the odd gig and going back into the studio but last I heard her coffee shop (Quitters, in Stittsville Ontario) is still her main focus. Or was... wonder if it'll survive this Covid-19 weirdness; everything here (couple hours west) is currently under lock down with no end in sight.
Barrista? That's someone who makes coffee inni?
Yup. She quit the music industry a few years back and opened a little coffee shop. Figured (sadly true it turned out) that she'd make better money with less bullshit.
I've seen references to her at least playing the odd gig and going back into the studio but last I heard her coffee shop (Quitters, in Stittsville Ontario) is still her main focus. Or was... wonder if it'll survive this Covid-19 weirdness; everything here (couple hours west) is currently under lock down with no end in sight.
mach-hog wrote:
Kathleen Edwards supporting John Prine... that would have been a terrific concert.
Alas Prine has the C-19 virus although he is reported to be in stable condition.
This woman is so talented. I love this and her track Back to Me. Sadly her show near home, (w/John Prine, may he get well soon), was cancelled due to Prine's illness summer 2019. Really a cool sound and I like her writing very much. A hugely talented expat brat! 
Kathleen Edwards supporting John Prine... that would have been a terrific concert.
Alas Prine has the C-19 virus although he is reported to be in stable condition.
This woman is so talented. I love this and her track Back to Me. Sadly her show near home, (w/John Prine, may he get well soon), was cancelled due to Prine's illness summer 2019. Really a cool sound and I like her writing very much. A hugely talented expat brat!
westslope wrote:
O_T_B is correct. This is the best track off a "great CD". I strongly agree.
The CD also makes for great road music.
EDIT: Oil Man's War is a terrific anti-war song. I love it and to put this into context:
1) I have been listening to anti-war songs since a very early age. Nazi occupation stories too.
2) As an investor I specialize in overseas oil and gas exploration and production companies where the social contract is absolutely critical to getting anything done. Times have changed but I know the history has been rough.
westslope...wow...thanks for sharing some of your bio...I knew there was a (good) reason why I like you (#1) and would love to know more about (#2) - LLRP!!
O_T_B is correct. This is the best track off a "great CD". I strongly agree.
The CD also makes for great road music.
EDIT: Oil Man's War is a terrific anti-war song. I love it and to put this into context:
1) I have been listening to anti-war songs since a very early age. Nazi occupation stories too.
2) As an investor I specialize in overseas oil and gas exploration and production companies where the social contract is absolutely critical to getting anything done. Times have changed but I know the history has been rough.
westslope...wow...thanks for sharing some of your bio...I knew there was a (good) reason why I like you (#1) and would love to know more about (#2) - LLRP!!
h8rhater wrote:
O_T_B is correct. This is the best track off a "great CD". I strongly agree.
The CD also makes for great road music.
EDIT: Oil Man's War is a terrific anti-war song. I love it and to put this into context:
1) I have been listening to anti-war songs since a very early age. Nazi occupation stories too.
2) As an investor I specialize in overseas oil and gas exploration and production companies where the social contract is absolutely critical to getting anything done. Times have changed but I know the history has been rough.
.....
The whole album is excellent.
The whole album is excellent.
O_T_B is correct. This is the best track off a "great CD". I strongly agree.
The CD also makes for great road music.
EDIT: Oil Man's War is a terrific anti-war song. I love it and to put this into context:
1) I have been listening to anti-war songs since a very early age. Nazi occupation stories too.
2) As an investor I specialize in overseas oil and gas exploration and production companies where the social contract is absolutely critical to getting anything done. Times have changed but I know the history has been rough.
Terrific set RP. This is why you’r the best radio station In the universe. Old times FM from the golden years, but with audio quality second to none.
memoryboxer wrote:
Barrista? That's someone who makes coffee inni?
sweetest, sexiest barrista in Canada
Barrista? That's someone who makes coffee inni?
I found a great live version of this from 2012, with a great guitar solo by Gord Tough (who really should be a hockey player with that name). Might be my favorite version!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tDSwlbIc4f8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tDSwlbIc4f8
This song flows so beautifully. Never get tired of playing it. So easy to get lost in this tune.
sweetest, sexiest barrista in Canada
I hear Jim Curry/Blue Rodeo 5 Days in May in here....
For many reasons I need to head north of the 49th parallel. These are just two.
For many reasons I need to head north of the 49th parallel. These are just two.
On_The_Beach wrote:
Great CD but this is easily the best track.
It bothers me when someone says this because it may cause another to dismiss the album.
This track is excellent but, there are several (Asking For Flowers, Scared At Night, The Cheapest Key, Buffalo, Sure As Shit) that could vie with this track depending upon your taste.
The whole album is excellent.
Great CD but this is easily the best track.
It bothers me when someone says this because it may cause another to dismiss the album.
This track is excellent but, there are several (Asking For Flowers, Scared At Night, The Cheapest Key, Buffalo, Sure As Shit) that could vie with this track depending upon your taste.
The whole album is excellent.
ednazarko wrote:
Are you happy or complaining?
Another great example of how Canada's rules that require a minimum of 35% of content must be from Canadian artists has allowed them to develop talent in a way that would never happen otherwise...
Are you happy or complaining?
Have seen Kathleen a couple times, and she's unreal. Such a sweet voice, such a talented songwriter.
Her web site says she is running a coffee shop in Ottawa named Quitters.....
I'm gassing up the car, heading out from Seattle today to see what the hell is up.....this talent is too valuable to be wasted on coffee grounds.....
I'm gassing up the car, heading out from Seattle today to see what the hell is up.....this talent is too valuable to be wasted on coffee grounds.....
Reminds me of Neil Young's Cortez the Killer.
DaidyBoy wrote:
So that would be "blissful from Bristol"? Nice ring to it but really hard to say three times, quickly.
I agree with you 100%.
Blissful. It seems to improve every time I hear it. Splendid 10 from Bristol again, today. Thanks RP.
So that would be "blissful from Bristol"? Nice ring to it but really hard to say three times, quickly.
I agree with you 100%.
parryboi wrote:
Hit the nail! Divine!
Won't ever grow tired of this one. Pure silk...
Hit the nail! Divine!
Another great example of how Canada's rules that require a minimum of 35% of content must be from Canadian artists has allowed them to develop talent in a way that would never happen otherwise...
EdEastridge wrote:
There's a few of us centrists and progressives here and we do our best to remind the other that we're all in this together. For this some days are better than others. One day this country will find itself again…
…I hope.
So....Make America Gracious Again? I like that idea....Long Live RP and KINDNESS! I'm also going 7 to 8 on this one....it's got something I like in how easy it flows.
There's a few of us centrists and progressives here and we do our best to remind the other that we're all in this together. For this some days are better than others. One day this country will find itself again…
…I hope.
So....Make America Gracious Again? I like that idea....Long Live RP and KINDNESS! I'm also going 7 to 8 on this one....it's got something I like in how easy it flows.
parryboi wrote:
Agreed. Saw her perform an extended versions of this, about 3rd song in of the concert. The place spontaneously erupted into a long standing ovation after the song. You couldn't not, it was outstanding.
Won't ever grow tired of this one. Pure silk...
Agreed. Saw her perform an extended versions of this, about 3rd song in of the concert. The place spontaneously erupted into a long standing ovation after the song. You couldn't not, it was outstanding.
Won't ever grow tired of this one. Pure silk...
EdEastridge wrote:
There's a few of us centrists and progressives here and we do our best to remind the other that we're all in this together. For this some days are better than others. One day this country will find itself again…
…I hope.
Well, I could once again be falling for false promises but if NAFTA II is proceeding and the steel and aluminum tariffs are off, then it is back to joyful bourbon excess.
There's a few of us centrists and progressives here and we do our best to remind the other that we're all in this together. For this some days are better than others. One day this country will find itself again…
…I hope.
Well, I could once again be falling for false promises but if NAFTA II is proceeding and the steel and aluminum tariffs are off, then it is back to joyful bourbon excess.
Pure beauty.
A Radio Paradise signature track.
On_The_Beach wrote:
Great CD but this is easily the best track.
I agree. Buffalo, the 5 minute opening track, is also very good. And the track The Cheapest Key is a very fun one. Watch the video of it!
Great CD but this is easily the best track.
I agree. Buffalo, the 5 minute opening track, is also very good. And the track The Cheapest Key is a very fun one. Watch the video of it!
I really like this song except the percussion is way too heavy in the mix.
codeic wrote:
Godspeed, California.
One of the first song I heard on this station, almost ten years ago. And of of the reasons I fell in love with the RP. Thank you.
Godspeed, California.
One of the first song I heard on this station, almost ten years ago. And of of the reasons I fell in love with the RP. Thank you.
Blissful. It seems to improve every time I hear it. Splendid 10 from Bristol again, today. Thanks RP.
such a beautiful, haunting song. Love love love this!
Still perfect after all these years
Kathleen Edwards channeling Lucinda Williams ...
Some songs just have a feel about em, this one feels nice
whole heartedly agree! beautiful!