Fall Mixtape 2007

An English bloke I work with recently commented on how much he dislikes this time of year. I was forced to set him straight, pointing out the return of the soccer season, abundance of cider, leaves changing colors, crisp autumn nights, fires in the fireplace and holidays like Halloween on the horizon. Fall has been my favorite season by far, for as long as I can remember.

Fall in Storrs

In addition to the brief list above, there’s a more subtle feeling I get this time of year, a calm, comfort and confidence that enriches my days more than at any other time during the year. My hope is that these songs somehow convey this mood so that you may also experience its warmth.

M. Ward – Poor Boy, Minor Key

The Antlers – I’m Hibernating

George Winston – Charlie Brown Theme Song

Oh No! Oh My! – Walk in the Park

Shotgun & Jaybird – Secret Ukelele Track

Screaming Jay Hawkins – I Put a Spell on You

The Decemberists – Culling of the Fold

Beulah – Calm Go the Wild Seas

Enjoy.