Tag: De La Soul

  • Song 44: The funkiest thing I had ever heard

    Song 44: The funkiest thing I had ever heard

    “Pusherman” by Curtis Mayfield I could list a multitude of great songs that remind me of my dad, but this one stands out the most. It’s so good! As a child growing up in northern Minnesota, this was the funkiest thing I had ever heard, and it stands the test of time. Even though I… Read more

  • Song 42: Songs you wish your teacher used in class

    Song 42: Songs you wish your teacher used in class

    [Public domain image on Wikimedia Commons-Tomasland took this picture on April 2nd 2006] “Feel Good, Inc.” by Gorillaz This song is so aptly named, it always makes me dance! It’s such a fun, interesting song. I love pop dance music, but if typically is missing depth. This song has depth, variation, and also features one… Read more

  • Assignment 9: They just never get old

    Assignment 9: They just never get old

    Name: Christine Petrich Place: Minneapolis, Minnesota Your relationship to music: listener, dancer, and musician, in that order Industry: College Instructor, Health and PE I met Christine when I was in high school. We were both in a modern dance class at the performing arts center in my hometown. I don’t think there is any one… Read more