A Blues Consumptive by 1234567890 published on 2020-12-21T18:28:25Z This is my little sister's fault; she asked me to do a lovely happy little Christmassy song for her. Obviously, I immediately reached for my well-thumbed copy of “Chords of misery and despair for songs in the key of Dismal diminished” - and here we are. Hope you enjoy it Anne - sing along, pet! :) This uplifting little Christmas minor blues is based on the melody from a classic old standard from the ‘30’s “Skin Game Blues” by Peg Leg Howell but using a fingerstyle arrangement by Steve James from his excellent “Fingerstyle Blues Songbook”. I can't blame anyone else but me for the lyrics. Not even my sister. Wishing everyone, particularly the less fortunate, a peaceful Christmas. Photo by Matt Collamer on Unsplash A Blues Consumptive So, it’s time for Christmas. Snatching up stuff that you don’t need, to hell with the desperate that do. Give yourself a gluttony nosebleed, as you sate the materialistic in you. You’re a trussed up seasonal clown, Paint a grotesque smile on your frown, Masquerade it all over town, You’re goin’ down, down. So, it’s time for Christmas. Gorging conspicuous consumption by the privileged, of the frail. Hot fashion’s mis-presumption, drags the spiritual by the tail. Ya better get your stockpile built, To bury your ethical guilt, ‘Cause you’re in it up to the hilt And you’re goin’ down, down. So, it’s time for Christmas. Flashing Rudolph lights on your soul betray your tribal credentials. The Christ can remain in the cold while you max your network potential. Better get your story straight, Soon be at the pearly gate, Best not to leave it too late, You’re goin’ down, down, down. Comment by FarOut Music Studio Repost And once again you hit the nail on the head my friend. Sooo cool! ;) 2023-02-16T10:57:52Z Comment by Mountain Man reposts Forest fires are raging and reservoirs are drying up so even though I am clearly out of season for this, it still manages to capture my pessimistic sensibilities rather well. Great lyrics (of course!) and very nice fingerpicking, Peter. Fa la la la la.... 2022-08-13T08:09:27Z Comment by 1234567890 @user-138663860: Haha - hey I just realised - it'll be due for re-release soon what with Christmas just around the corner....you take care Sandy and have a great day. :) 2021-09-27T22:03:14Z Comment by 1234567890 @user-138663860: Hi Sandy - ooh - you’ve dug out an oldie here! I wasn’t intentionally sad - just channelling frustration - but in reality, actually just finding an excuse to practice my fingerpicking. :) keep smilin’ - we need them. :) 2021-07-06T21:42:43Z Comment by Von Sebastian Nice rug voice :) 2021-06-30T11:16:23Z Comment by TheGat(s) Super thoughtful lyrics 2021-05-15T21:32:17Z Comment by Janine Levinson and such fingers 2021-05-15T21:15:46Z Comment by Janine Levinson aren't you a magnificent beast 2021-05-15T21:15:25Z Comment by Lawrence Farr Christmas with a reality check…top work and performance 2021-05-15T21:03:22Z Comment by Jeff Roberts oh my goodness Parson, how did I miss this one? I feel like I'm being thrashed by willow switches (that Father Ted episode...) wonderful fingerpicking Peter and of course the message is needed 2021-05-10T00:55:44Z Comment by Chris O (2) Lovely fingerpicking...and an astute seasonal blues ;-) 2021-04-06T10:13:21Z Comment by Daniels & Durgy Some great string work all around, nice banjo effect. Pointed message with your usual aplomb with words. Durge 2021-03-31T05:10:23Z Comment by Florian Lüthi finally somebody says it...! your lyrics are so to the point that it hurts. I'll contemplate about everything and then maybe come back and have something meaningful to add (probably not). 2021-02-08T13:53:44Z Comment by Owen & Hill love your lyrics! 2021-01-28T01:03:55Z Comment by LawyerOnTheLoose This hits hard. Thank you! 2021-01-25T01:47:29Z Comment by Steam Captain Carter Well constructed blues tune. I love the melody and compelling, raw vocal delivery. 2021-01-13T11:35:32Z Comment by MT Wonderful! My daughter will be a suspicious face if I introduce this as a Christmas song though. ;) 2020-12-25T02:25:51Z Comment by newshoe I finish listening later, temporary ban due to the harshening of wife's christmas buzz. 2020-12-24T18:57:32Z Comment by Couch King Presents i love this, an anti christmas christmas song! great lyrics and social commentary!!!! 2020-12-24T15:26:20Z Comment by Jonathan Beckenstein Hey, some of my favorite Christmas music is minor. This is well conceived and well played. Thanks to Ann for getting the ball rolling, and great Cristmas to you! 2020-12-24T13:53:25Z Comment by oddrun eikli I song along with your sister Ann....I sing and have not much to say. except thank you :) 2020-12-23T15:46:35Z Comment by David Dunham The song is not just full of conviction, but convicts...excellent Peter, though my toes are hurting. 2020-12-22T19:57:03Z Comment by David Dunham You are in your element my friend. 2020-12-22T19:53:18Z Comment by Julie Elphick opens the present!!! 2020-12-22T09:53:00Z Comment by Tom Adams this was so cool, enjoyed your guitar, and such poignant lyrics!! Superb!! yes, to the soul 2020-12-22T02:48:36Z Comment by Tom Adams ok, blues...yeah, i'm here!! 2020-12-22T02:46:05Z Comment by PJ Project Great track 2020-12-21T22:24:17Z Comment by BoxTox So good! 2020-12-21T22:00:29Z