Don't Fear the Reaper - Blue Oyster Cult

[Figarosmom]

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[hlthe2b]

1. I now and forever associate that song with the morning comedian Marc Maron (then a host on Air America Radio)

learned that GWBush* had been reelected in 2004. Wow, was that a grim morning-- and adding to the trauma (Maron could scarcely speak), his producer started playing (Don't Fear) the Reaper... It DID break the silence, at least... Both funny and tragic at the same time.

[Figarosmom]

4. I remember that

I wish Air America was still around. I know they all ( Mark, Chuck D, Randi, Cenk,Thom Hartmann, Al Franken, Rachel Maddow, Cenk Uygur, Lizz Winstead, Sam Seder, ) have podcasts now. But it was so nice just to turn on the radio in the morning and just leave it on. NPR is good but no where near as good.

[ProfessorGAC]

2. In My Top 10 Favorites Ever

I love how they take a dark lyric, but make it upbeat feeling.
Plus, the guitar solo is awesome. All in locrian & aeolian mode, which I believe makes it totally unique in rock music. Those modes give it that Middle Eastern sound.

[Figarosmom]

5. Those are really good

Observations. Thanks.

And they managed to maintain a harmony throughout.

[VMA131Marine]

3. I've got a fever ...

And the only prescription is more cowbell!

[Figarosmom]

6. Is your real name

Chris? Yeah that skit makes me laugh still.