The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast

NEM#77: Shawn Phillips: Uncategorizable from Texas

The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast

Shawn started as a '60s folk singer, went to England to cavort with the greats of classic rock, and emerged in the '70s with ten albums of eclectic, progressive music with shamanic lyrics delivered with a twang.

We discuss "Woman" from Second Contribution (1971), "A Christmas Song" from Faces (1972) and "Mr. President" from Furthermore (1974), then play two songs from his new album, Continuance: “C’mon Round” and "Bach to the Fusion." Opening music: “I’m a Loner (I’m a Drifter)” from I’m a Loner (1964). For more, see shawnphillips.com.

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