For a one-hit-wonder, Tommy McLain admits he has few complaints.
Back in 1966, he’d climbed into the top 15 with a swamp-lounge version of Don Gibson’s “Sweet Dreams,” which showcased the Louisiana native’s tremulous voice. Elvis Costello and Nick Lowe were fans of his work; Joe Strummer cut a cover of “Before I Grow Too Old,” a Fats Domino B-side associated with McLain (Strummer’s version was called “Silver and Gold”). The drugs and alcohol were behind him, and decades later, McLain was gigging regularly in his home state.
Back in 1966, he’d climbed into the top 15 with a swamp-lounge version of Don Gibson’s “Sweet Dreams,” which showcased the Louisiana native’s tremulous voice. Elvis Costello and Nick Lowe were fans of his work; Joe Strummer cut a cover of “Before I Grow Too Old,” a Fats Domino B-side associated with McLain (Strummer’s version was called “Silver and Gold”). The drugs and alcohol were behind him, and decades later, McLain was gigging regularly in his home state.
- 4/19/2022
- by David Browne
- Rollingstone.com
There you go, there you stay, counting down till it’s time for an all new TVLine Mixtape!
What follows is a collection of tunes showcased recently on your favorite shows, complete with artist and album information in case you want to add them to your permanent collection.
Spoilers abound, and we chose songs we liked – but we always want to hear your thoughts and suggestions.
So peruse our playlist, then hit the comments with your favorite TV jams. And remember: You can always submit questions or suggestions about TV music on Twitter @NiveaSerrao.
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What follows is a collection of tunes showcased recently on your favorite shows, complete with artist and album information in case you want to add them to your permanent collection.
Spoilers abound, and we chose songs we liked – but we always want to hear your thoughts and suggestions.
So peruse our playlist, then hit the comments with your favorite TV jams. And remember: You can always submit questions or suggestions about TV music on Twitter @NiveaSerrao.
Related Fall Preview 2014: Your Handy...
- 8/30/2014
- TVLine.com
HBO's "True Blood" is great TV for many reasons, not least of which is it's music, and the dangerous, swampy vibe it often amplifies. Much of the music compliments the show's main location, and music supervisor Gary Calamar even employs local musicians from Louisiana like Allen Toussaint and C.C. Adcock to lend the show an authentic regional sound. When not working on the soundtrack for "True Blood," Calamar, who also was behind the music of "Six Feet Under," music supes for other shows like "Men of a Certain Age," and "House M.D." He's also a working DJ who has had a nighttime show on Kcrw for something like 13 years, spinning pop, roots rock, blues, and soul. As you can imagine, he gets a lot of soundtrack ideas for his day job, during his night job. He's a busy man, but he found the time to get down with me recently...
- 9/16/2010
- by Brandon Kim
- ifc.com
If I were the music supervisor for HBO's "True Blood," I'd want to stay away from pop for the most part and amp up the creepy swamp vibe with bayou blues and dirty soul, complimenting the show's location. Music supervisor Gary Calamar, veteran of "Weeds," and "Six Feet under," has done exactly that, often employing musicians from Louisiana like Allen Toussaint and C.C. Adcock to lend the series a kick with authentic regional sound.
The show's music has teeth. Everyone knows Jace Everett's "Bad Things" now, the series theme song. Cobra Verde's cover of The Rolling Stones' "Play with Fire" was cool too, though I would still prefer the original. Perhaps it was a budget choice.
"HBO gives us a nice budget but it isn't unlimited," Calamar said in an interview with True Blood-Online. "We always need to keep an eye on the finances. So far I think we have a nice balance.
The show's music has teeth. Everyone knows Jace Everett's "Bad Things" now, the series theme song. Cobra Verde's cover of The Rolling Stones' "Play with Fire" was cool too, though I would still prefer the original. Perhaps it was a budget choice.
"HBO gives us a nice budget but it isn't unlimited," Calamar said in an interview with True Blood-Online. "We always need to keep an eye on the finances. So far I think we have a nice balance.
- 8/3/2010
- by Brandon Kim
- ifc.com
On May 19th, HBO will unleash the original soundtrack for their hit series, True Blood. The True Blood soundtrack includes the show theme song 'Bad Things' by Jace Everett and features artists such as C.C Adcock, Lucinda Williams, Ryan Adams, Allen Toussaint, The Legendary Shack Shakers, The Watson Twins and more, all as heard in the show's first season.
In addition, HBO.com has just premiered a new Season Two promo featuring the new single "Beyond Here Lies Nothin" by the legendary Bob Dylan. See that clip, along with full details on the upcoming soundtrack after the jump!
The Season One Soundtrack features the following tracks:
1. Bad Things - Jace Everett 2. Bleed 2 Feed - C.C. Adcock 3. Lake Charles - Lucinda Williams 4. Give It Up - Lee Dorsey 5. Swampblood - The Legendary Shack Shakers 6. Play With Fire - Cobra Verde 7. Just Like Heaven - The Watson Twins 8. Christine's Tune (A.
In addition, HBO.com has just premiered a new Season Two promo featuring the new single "Beyond Here Lies Nothin" by the legendary Bob Dylan. See that clip, along with full details on the upcoming soundtrack after the jump!
The Season One Soundtrack features the following tracks:
1. Bad Things - Jace Everett 2. Bleed 2 Feed - C.C. Adcock 3. Lake Charles - Lucinda Williams 4. Give It Up - Lee Dorsey 5. Swampblood - The Legendary Shack Shakers 6. Play With Fire - Cobra Verde 7. Just Like Heaven - The Watson Twins 8. Christine's Tune (A.
- 5/2/2009
- Fangoria
HBO is pulling out all the stops to promote the Season Two "True Blood" premiere. They've even enlisted the legendary Bob Dylan to lend his talents to the effort!
Below you'll find a promo clip that features Dylan’s new single “Beyond Here Lies Nothin’.” HBO was kind enough to give us a sneak peek at the spot, which debuts Saturday night, May 2, right before the 8:00 Pm showing of Forgetting Sarah Marshall.
"True Blood" returns for its second season on HBO on Sunday, June 14, 2009, at 9:00 Pm. Season One will be available on DVD, Blu-ray, and digital download on Tuesday, May 19. The soundtrack CD also hits on May 19 and includes the show theme song "Bad Things" by Jace Everett and features artists such as C.C. Adcock, Lucinda Williams, Ryan Adams, Allen Toussaint, The Legendary Shack Shakers, The Watson Twins, and more.
- Debi Moore
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Below you'll find a promo clip that features Dylan’s new single “Beyond Here Lies Nothin’.” HBO was kind enough to give us a sneak peek at the spot, which debuts Saturday night, May 2, right before the 8:00 Pm showing of Forgetting Sarah Marshall.
"True Blood" returns for its second season on HBO on Sunday, June 14, 2009, at 9:00 Pm. Season One will be available on DVD, Blu-ray, and digital download on Tuesday, May 19. The soundtrack CD also hits on May 19 and includes the show theme song "Bad Things" by Jace Everett and features artists such as C.C. Adcock, Lucinda Williams, Ryan Adams, Allen Toussaint, The Legendary Shack Shakers, The Watson Twins, and more.
- Debi Moore
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- 5/2/2009
- by The Woman In Black
- DreadCentral.com
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