Ian Felice song “In Memoriam” played by DUG in Ireland.
I was on a little tour, headed from Dublin to Cork in a very stiff seat in the DUG band van, when we stopped along the way at a beautiful old castle. We sat down on a windy rock high above the surrounding fields to record this little Ian Felice number, “In Memoriam”. I can see why Conor likes it, it being a great song but also very reminiscent of his own writing. Dare I say influential? I know Conor lived a long while in upstate New York, home of the Felice Bros if i’m not mistaken. Maybe its in the water.
I haven’t dug much into the Felice Brother’s discography, but many of the artists I respect love them, and I’ve had the great pleasure of meeting at least one former member. I’ve heard the hits of course, but every song I hear past that continues to delight. It’s like leaving a new Christmas present to surprise myself with every day of the year. I’d put them, along with Jason Molina, in a sort of Midwest poetry genre all its own.
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July 2, 2026 at 3:58 am
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@R.G.McDaniel-g2g
July 2, 2026 at 3:58 am
Cool
@seanc.5788
July 2, 2026 at 3:58 am
This poor kid of 54 can give y''all a shout-out and a hell of a great big Thank You for the great music. Responsible for opening my eyes further letting in words of truth and brilliance .
@ryebreadnocrust
July 2, 2026 at 3:58 am
Yes still number 1 dug fan here and here to stay🙌 DUG stay🔝
@earthmover521
July 2, 2026 at 3:58 am
Love to see DUG covering an Ian Felice tune. Only they could do it such justice. One of the best new bands on the scene, covering a timeless folk tune. Love to DUG and Ian Felice and GemsOnVHS.
@SirCoughsalot
July 2, 2026 at 3:58 am
Lovely.
@derekbertman9106
July 2, 2026 at 3:58 am
The Felice Brothers fuckin rule – Both Ian and Simone are fantastic writers
@yexilio
July 2, 2026 at 3:58 am
beautiful
@bombadillo
July 2, 2026 at 3:58 am
Lovely! Cannot wait for the new album!!!
@StrawberryJesuss
July 2, 2026 at 3:58 am
Amaaaaaaaazing
@alexgray8804
July 2, 2026 at 3:58 am
that shits too good
@danceswithsquirrels1
July 2, 2026 at 3:58 am
It's a beautiful song
@Banjocatfarms
July 2, 2026 at 3:58 am
Sounds just like the Wood brothers, vocally anyways.
@Timshels
July 2, 2026 at 3:58 am
Well done boys. That felt good on this end thanks.
#workedaday
@tubaplayerrw
July 2, 2026 at 3:58 am
Gah lee it dont get better than this
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