Ultimate Playlist for the Democratic Convention

By Douglas Newman
August 25th, 2008

COUNTRY

“Christmas in Washington” – Steve Earle

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“There’s foxes in the hen house / Cows out in the corn / The unions have been busted / Their proud red banners torn / To listen to the radio / You’d think that all was well / But you and me and Cisco know / It’s going straight to hell.”

“Redemption Song” – Johnny Cash

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“Won’t you help to sing / These songs of freedom / cause all I ever have / Redemption song.”

“Your Flag Decal Won’t Get You In To Heaven Any More” – John Prine

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“Your flag decal won’t get you / Into Heaven any more / They’re already overcrowded / From your dirty little war / Now Jesus don’t like killin’ / No matter what the reason’s for / And your flag decal won’t get you / Into Heaven any more.”

“I’m Bad, I’m Nationwide” – Dwight Yoakam

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“Well I’m bad, bad, bad, bad, bad, I’m nationwide.”

“Only Daddy That’ll Walk the Line” – Waylon Jennings

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“You got the only daddy that’ll walk the line.”

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Nancy R. Lichtenstein said:

Douglas, I wish they’d read this…the song choices yesterday were horrible, yours are much better!

Mike Long said:

Probably the first music related article on this here internet that I’ve been able to agree with. NICE JOB. I especially appreciate the New Day Rising inclusion. I just heard that song in a new light there. I usually just picture my friend Ian screaming that at the bar every time I’ve played it. Thanks.

DJ Markie said:

James, I’m playing a party tonight in Denver. A very BIG party. I wish I was able to brag about which one. Some great suggestions here. Thank you.

Jan Owen said:

Can anyone tell me about the orchestral music that was played after Barak Obama’s speech at the Democratic Convention tonight (Thursday)? It seemed familiar, but I have no idea what it was.

By the way, this was the best political convention I’ve ever experienced. Finally, I have hope for this country after so many years of oppressive leadership.

Raj said:

Can anyone tell me the music when Barack Obama came out onto the stage at Mile High Stadium?

Paul said:

Who sang the Alicia Keys song “No One?”

Thanks!