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Charles Olney, Associate Professor of Constitutional Law and Judicial Politics at the University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley (academic website). This is a blog about music, politics, and the law. I also write about women’s soccer at Backline Soccer and Stars and Stripes FC.
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Monthly Archives: April 2015
Wander out into the forest, like some Grimm’s fairytale tourist
Fairytale Tourist – The Corner Laughers One of my favorite records so far this year is the wonderful Matilda Effect by The Corner Laughers. It’s got the strong melodic spine of northern soul, the effervescent delight of your favorite Sarah Records … Continue reading
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50 songs for 50 states: Georgia
A musical celebration of the 50 states. One song each week over the course of the year. Going to Georgia – The Mountain Goats Oh Georgia, how can I choose only one song about you? There is such an embarrassment of … Continue reading
50 songs for 50 states: Florida
A musical celebration of the 50 states. One song each week over the course of the year. Miami Nights – Wale It was surprisingly difficult to pick a song for Florida. Despite a fair number of great artists hailing from the … Continue reading