Chuck Ragan's Mixtape

Chuck Ragan releases his new album 'Gold Country' on 31st August 2009. To celebrate, he's picked out his favourite songs for us!

Ragan has been a long-time member of Hot Water Music, the 90s American punk rock band, and whilst they are currently on hiatus he has created a stunning follow-up to his debut solo album. Gold Country will be released on September 1st and will be preceded by a couple of intimate dates and festival appearances.


Song For Getting Ready To Go Out
Lucero: 'Last Night In Town'
"Just another one to get you fired up."

Song To Go To Sleep To
Yann Tiersen: 'Le Fabuleux Destin d’Amelie Poulain'
"The whole record, until you fall asleep to the song of your mind and body’s choice."

Song To Help Get Through Winter
The Bouncing Souls: 'True Believers'
"One of the greatest songs to snowboard down a steep grade at a dangerous speed."

Song For A Summer Day
Tom Gabel: 'Harsh Realms'

Song To Wake Up To
Leatherface: 'Daylight Comes'

Song To Nurse A Hangover
Gillian Welch: 'Orphan Girl'

Song To Sing In The Shower
The Police: 'So Lonely'

Song To Wake You From A Coma
Leatherface: 'Not a Day Goes By'

Song To Quit Your Job To
The Kingston Trio: 'Greenback Dollar'

Song To Have Played At Your Funeral
Tom Waits: 'Hold On'

Song To Fall In Love To
The Jealous Sound: 'Hope For Us'

Song To Sulk To After Being Dumped
Willie Nelson: 'Darkness On The Face Of The Earth'
"To keep from sulking like a sap. I’ve never used this song for this, but imagine it could brighten a day or two if need be."

Song To Get You On The Dancefloor
The Equals: 'Slight Diversion'
"Just find this song and play it. This song also applies to the majority of these questions."