That's right, this series has taken its first L after over fifty weeks of operation.

I've got a great slate of songs today to celebrate fifty editions.

First up is a classic of American industrial metal, one of the most recognizable songs from that subgenre. This song from Wisconsin-based metal band Static X features a powerful, driving riff and frenetic growled vocals from the late Wayne Static (RIP), most famous (infamous?) for his "Slim Jim" haircut (seen here). This is "Push It."

Up next we have a brilliant, brooding work from Cincinnati, Ohio based Indie rock group The National. This is the first song of theirs I've ever come across, and I can thank the EA Sports game FIFA 18 for introducing me to it. This is the wonderfully titled "The System Only Dreams in Total Darkness."

Next we have a gem of a song from the vocal wizard that was Jeff Buckley. This song, "Hallelujah," was originally a Leonard Cohen song, and while the Cohen version has undeniable qualities (it felt more like a spoken word poem from Cohen than a song), I don't think anyone can deny that Buckley takes it to another level. The highlight of the song is when Buckley manages to hold a high note for what seems like a full 30 seconds.

Last we have a band that used to be based in my hometown (sadly I believe they broke up over ten years ago). I'm actually linking this song from my older brother's Youtube account, as he may have been one of the only people who actually owned their CD after they broke up. The song could best be described as gothy (but not gothic) metal, with a slight punk influence. This is "Tonight" by Agnostia.