Witty, mischievous absurdity, hairy hopelessness, irrelevant incidents, or audible anticlimax and a pointless punchline? It’s time to examine the art of tall storytelling in song. Enjoy some examples in comedy and literature here, but how will your suggestions end up?
Read moreSpend it wisely: songs about tax and wealth distribution
During a time of fiscal crisis, while policy helps the wealthy avoid paying what’s due, here at Song Bar we’re open and pennywise with our playlists. So what contribution might you have on this taxing subject of social justice? Spend your time wisely …
Read moreBoss! G’wed, it's songs about Liverpool and Merseyside
To the five boroughs! … of Merseyside, Liverpool city and beyond, this week it’s not about bands from the area, but those who reference its streets, buildings, landmarks, districts, history, the people, accents, broader culture and more
Read moreSongs about or containing laughter? Funny you should say that …
It's not just the best medicine, it also appears in songs, as the subject matter or spontaneously sounding within it. So let's roll of the barrel, and serve up a hearty party of laughter-based music …
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