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Okay, time to get dark. And I don't mean darkness coming earlier in the evening as our days grow shorter--although it helps set the mood. I mean more songs for Halloween. Dark songs...
Battle of the Bands
Battle of the Bands is the blogging event started by Far Away Series and now hosted by StMcC Presents Battle of the Bands. This event happens each month on the 15th and on some there is also a Battle on the 1st of the month. My blog is one of those with a second Battle excepting over these summer months. The premise is simple: Listen to the songs presented below and then in the comments vote for your favorite and tell us why you liked it. Then visit the links listed near the bottom of this post for more Battle action.
More Songs for a Halloween BOTB
In my previous Battle the witches won in the guise of Jim Stafford's song "Swamp Witch". In this Battle the witches return with werewolves and they go up against a powerful (and heavy) wizard. Now, before you say it in your comment, I will admit that this music might not appeal to some of you--you might even hate it--but I hope you'll give it a chance.
So let the spell begin....
The Troll "Werewolf and Witchbreath" (1968)
This group was formed in Chicago in 1966 and released one rather eclectic album. The strange music mix might be one reason the album didn't make a splash. Or maybe the music was just too weird for some people. I've got the vinyl album in my collection and I actually enjoy it quite a bit. But most of you know by now that I enjoy some pretty strange stuff. Here's some early heavy metal-or heavy something--to put you in a Halloween mood...
Black Sabbath "The Wizard" (1970)
Unlike the previous group, Black Sabbath is likely a familiar name to most of you. They are often considered to be pioneers of the Heavy Metal genre. I listened to their albums frequently in my younger days. You know how we crazy kids can be.
Time to Vote!
Now c'mon! It ain't that bad. Just give the songs a chance. Which scary song do you prefer? Hopefully you have an opinion of some kind. You don't have to know about music to have an opinion since it all comes down to your own personal taste.
Please vote on your favorite by letting us know your choice in the comment section and tell us why you prefer the version you chose. Then after you've finished here, please visit the other blogs listed below who may or may not be participating this time around. And if you've put up your own BOTB contest let us know that as well so we can vote on yours.
Here are some other places where you might find BOTB posts:
StMcC Presents Battle of the Bands
'MIKE'S RAMBLINGS'
'Curious as a Cathy'
Sound of One Hand Typing
Jingle, Jangle, Jungle
Now c'mon! It ain't that bad. Just give the songs a chance. Which scary song do you prefer? Hopefully you have an opinion of some kind. You don't have to know about music to have an opinion since it all comes down to your own personal taste.
Please vote on your favorite by letting us know your choice in the comment section and tell us why you prefer the version you chose. Then after you've finished here, please visit the other blogs listed below who may or may not be participating this time around. And if you've put up your own BOTB contest let us know that as well so we can vote on yours.
Here are some other places where you might find BOTB posts:
StMcC Presents Battle of the Bands
'MIKE'S RAMBLINGS'
'Curious as a Cathy'
Sound of One Hand Typing
Jingle, Jangle, Jungle
Maybe I'll have enough votes to make for an interesting Battle. No matter what though, I'm getting a kick out of listening to these old tunes. Ah, the memories.
Do you have any musical memories associated with Halloween? What kind of music makes you think of autumn? Have you checked out the price of Halloween candy this year? (Now that's scary!)
