After the year we’ve had, a good Halloween feels like the right ticket. 2020 has been all masks and fear so far, but now we can have a few laughs, too. In fact, I approached this year’s Halloween show a little tentatively; there are – of course – many more important things going on out there. But, if you listen to the program, you can hear me start to really let go and have fun; the childlike silliness of the holiday felt comfortable and welcome. Hopefully, you’ll also get caught up in the goofiness that ensues.
And I enjoyed discovering some new music, too! After many years of creating Halloween programs, I was glad to find a few new things to share. Of course, Alice Cooper, Siouxsie and the Banshees and Danzig ring the doorbell in the hopes of scoring some treats – and wearing those same, old costumes to boot – but things that were new to me like Method Actors and Otis Redding’s “Trick or Treat” also come by for a visit.
So, take a break from the struggle and strife and allow yourself to get a little caught up in the playful nature of Halloween and live a few vicarious hours through the character of your choice. But, no more tricks this year, please. Only treats.
Evan Toth is a songwriter, professional musician, educator, radio host, avid record collector and hi-fi aficionado. Toth hosts and produces The Sharp Notes each Saturday evening at 6pm and TVD Radar on Sundays at 5AM on WFDU, 89.1 FM. Follow him at the usual social media places and visit his website.
