This week Egidio at Through Brazilian Eyes sets us a particularly novel challenge. He asks us to consider how our photographs might chime with particular pieces of music: perhaps something we were listening to when we took a photo, or a scene that evokes a favourite song or melody. Go to his blog post for more insights and some fine photography.
As for my musical photos here, I’ve always been fascinated by power lines. The scale and steeliness of pylons; the way they hold dominion, stride out across the landscape. There’s a sense of isolation; alienation; our physical inconsequence against these giant spawn of human ingenuity. And so perhaps for some of these reasons, whenever I hear Wichita Lineman (Glen Campbell version of course) with its tones of longing, loneliness and big, big vistas, it never fails to resonate through my psyche. And I don’t even much like country music. But there you are: one of those conscious-subconscious mysteries.
Tish Farrell 
Can hear him as I look at your final one, but the pylons . . I think I am going to have to physically go out into the Welsh, Scottish or Cumbrian highlands and then when I see a line of pylons in the distance I will hear him again.
In pursuit of pylons, now there’s a quest, Becky. And definitely some dramatic constructs in the locations you mention. And you’re right, it’s perhaps vistas of strung out lines that resonate best with the song 🙂
you’ll have to join me on the quest if I venture into Wales!
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I liked this song too, and heard it play quite often in my home. Great add for the challenge Tish.
Thanks, Donna 🙂
You have done justice to the prompt
Thank you, Mak 🙂
An old favourite, Tish. Pylons, not so much. I’m not big on country music either but I do like John Denver’s Country Roads.
You’re right, Jo. There are some good country songs. I can also see that pylons as such aren’t appealing.
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Wow, Tish, what a great song! I’ve always liked that song. Now, I’ll never be able to see power lines and not think of it. Your photos are powerful. You had great perspective and edits. Beautiful photos!
Many thanks, Egidio. It was a great challenge. And never mind ear worms; have I started something with power lines 🙂 🙂 🙂
Great choice of song Tish. Now when I see those towers and power lines, I will think of Glen Campbell and that song.
It does improve the look – a good soundtrack 🙂
Yes, it’s good to have something sweet to think about when viewing power lines!
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Oh my Tish, haven’t thought of that song is a million years. Your post really brought back some memories! Great choice perfectly illustrated
Many thanks, Tina.
HA!! GREAT great old song, very well WIRED. Way to go! 👏👏
Wired indeed, John, Cheers!
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I love your take on the challenge, focusing on one song! One of my favorite Glen Campbell songs, it was yet another hit by songwriter Jimmy Webb. Great choice, Tish!
So pleased to hear this is favourite song, John. Many thanks for your kind comment.