Songs and Sonnets
Songs and Sonnets by Paul Muldoon, published by Enitharmon Press in 2012, is a collection that showcases the intersection of music and poetry. This edition, comprising 47 pages, presents a unique exploration of lyrical expression, drawing from Muldoon’s work with his band, Rackett. The collection features lyrics from their 2007 album Resistance, including notable pieces like “Mad for You” and “Good As It Gets,” while also highlighting the standalone power of poetry through captivating readings.
Readers will find that Muldoon’s work transcends traditional boundaries, blending elements of music and poetry into what he describes as “poem-songs.” This collection delves into the complexities of lyrical performance, emphasizing the emotional resonance of words independent of musical accompaniment. With themes rooted in music and the rich traditions of European poetry, Songs and Sonnets invites readers to engage with the dynamic interplay between sound and verse, offering a fresh perspective on both forms.
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Fans of Muldoon’s band, Rackett, will recognise Mad for You”, “Good As It Gets”, “11 o’Clock” and “Resistance” as song lyrics from their 2007 album Resistance, but anyone who listens to Muldoon’s captivating reading of “Hey Rachel” will hear how these songs need no musical support. “I was delighted to see that Leonard Cohen performs Byron’s ‘We’ll Go No More a-Roving’ as a poem-song”, Muldoon enthused in a recent lecture for the Poetry Society – and perhaps that hyphenated category “poem-songs” best describes these songs and sonnets. They are complex, charged performances that vibrate in the interim between one thing and the other. They’ll rock your world.” – Guardian
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