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13 Songs to Celebrate Yule, Solstice and Saturnalia!

13 Songs to Celebrate Yule, Solstice and Saturnalia!

Last updated on: December 15, 2011 at 2:37 pm by Star Foster

13 Songs to Celebrate Yule, Solstice and Saturnalia! 2011-12-15T14:37:05-04:00 Star Foster

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I have chosen a solitary Solstice this year. So much bombards us every day. Ads. Music. Shoppers. Noise. News. Chaos. Stress. Even I, who completely bowed out of the obligatory family Christmas and avoid stores, is still feeling the intrusion of this commercial juggernaut of the holiday season.

So this solstice playlist is themed for the quiet, restful, joyous and solitary celebration of the season. It’s about letting go of the darkness. Of flying into the future.

So I recommend finding a place where you won’t be disturbed, kick your shoes off, get comfortable and crank up the sound as you play through these. You deserve a break. When was the last time you laid back and just let music wash over you?

13. Robert Downey, Jr. – River

12. Indigo Girls – Fly Away

11. Shawn Mullins – Light You Up

It is my fervent belief that not only is he an amazing songwriter and performer but Shawn Mullins is one of the sexiest men alive. He’s one act you should do your best to see live if you can.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKHx3wJk6Zw

10. Meg Hutchinson – I’d Like To Know

This has become my default fire festival song. While the song may be about seeking a lover, the language fits spiritual desire. But then aren’t all the best expressions of spiritual yearning framed in the language of desire, passion and longing?

9. Rob Thomas – Fire on the Mountain

8. Jakob Dylan & Elvis Costello – On Up The Mountain

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hk2CTLKffiE

7. The Beatles – I’ll Follow the Sun

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eq7DGPYzAvg

6. Paula Cole – Tiger

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MbguMd1g-Jo

5. Jennifer Daniels – Welcome To Your Life

I was very fortunate to see Jennifer in concert. Her songs warm the heart, inspire and she’s gives a powerhouse live performance.

4. Cat Stevens – Morning Has Broken

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1TWd3skb-Rw

3. Bill Miller – The Sun Is Gonna Rise

The Ghostdance album is one of my treasured possessions.

2. Jose Feliciano – Light My Fire

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3m8HR9kn1ks

1. Buffy Sainte-Marie – Starwalker

May you and yours have a Blessed Solstice and a bright new solar year! If I could wish one wish for each of you, it would be that in the coming year you fully Occupy Your Life!

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