Biker
Songs
(aka:
Where I Seek My Muse)
For those of you who've
read my books, you know music plays a large part in my life. I reference it often in the Black Knights
Inc. series. I quote it in my novels -
when I'm legally allowed. And I rely on
it to inspire my muse. So I'm often
asked, "What songs do you listen to while you write?" The answer?
ALL THE SONGS! I'm an
equal-opportunity listener. Rock, Pop, Alternative,
Country, Bluegrass, Blues, Classical, Jazz… You name it; I listen to it. But when I'm trying to get in the mood to
write, I have a "go-to" playlist that inevitably helps me channel
those badass biker boys. Today, I'm
sharing it with you. Enjoy! I know I always do. ;-)
Born to be Wild - Steppenwolf
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5UWRypqz5-o 
Long Lonesome Highway - Michael Parks
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYKQ3fwNb0c
Midnight Rider - The Allman Brothers
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEfhQGwFgew
Slow Ride - Foghat
Wanted Dead or Alive - Bon Jovi
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRvCvsRp5ho
Bad to the Bone - George Thorogood
Against the Wind - Bob Seger
Unknown Legend - Neil Young
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PJNYjaZ_29k
On the Road Again - Canned Heat
Ballad of Easy Rider - The Byrds
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNjzzDNIJWw
And I leave you with four words: Rock on! Ride on!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Julie
Ann Walker is the New York Times
and USA Today Bestselling Author of the Black Knights Inc. romantic suspense
series. She is prone to spouting movie quotes and song lyrics. She'll never say
no to sharing a glass of wine or going for a long walk. She prefers impromptu
travel over the scheduled kind, and she takes her coffee with milk. You can
find her on her bicycle along the lake shore in Chicago or blasting away at her
keyboard, trying to wrangle her capricious imagination into submission. Look for the first four books in her
fast-paced series: Hell On Wheels (August
2012) In Rides Trouble (September
2012) Rev It Up (October 2012) and Thrill Ride (April 2013).
For more information, please visit www.julieannwalker.com or follow her on Facebook www.facebook.com/jawalkerauthor and/or Twitter @JAWalkerAuthor.
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Ride
Hi Julie Ann,
ReplyDeletesongs can be very inspiring while writing a book or you can suddenly get a book idea while listening to music.
Music fuels the imagination. I can't wait to read Billy's story!!
ReplyDeleteMy niece has a friend who, when she was little, wanted "Bad to the Bone" to start playing every time she entered a room, sort of like having her own life's sound track,lol. Whenever I hear that song, that's who I think of.
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I love the fact that songs are referenced, I often download them to my ipod and it enables me to feel more of an emotional attatchment to the characters.
ReplyDeleteNice list! I have several of those on my running 'kick ass' playlist! I'm sure I will now hear them in the background the next time I read a BKI novel! Anxiously awaiting the next ....
ReplyDeleteI can see how those songs would be inspiring! :-)
ReplyDeleteOh, yes, ma'am...music is wonderful. LOVE your playlist. I've been accused of pimping country music in my books. I just smile and say "thank you". They are complimenting me, right? LOL
ReplyDeleteGood songs. I will admit, a couple of them I haven't heard, people who know me well would be surprised as some think I know every song ever made. :) I really like your books, although I only have the first 3 due to financial issues.
ReplyDeleteGreat playlist!
ReplyDeletelOVE THE PLAY LIST./.... Bill is next my fav can't wait to read his book
ReplyDeleteI always think of Highway to Hell from AC/DC when thinking of bikers (Pretty sure they are the ones who sing it). I guess that's a little cliche but hey it works for me!!!! I can't wait to read Billy's story. Every time a new BK novel comes out, I have to go read the others again first. LOL.
ReplyDeleteA good rock song just makes you feel!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteLove the books! The music mentioned makes them so real. Can't wait for Bill and Eve's story.
ReplyDeleteLove your books and I seem to get stuck on a particular song type after finishing a Black Knights book. Thank you for all the adventures these alpha males bring to my everyday life. I look forward to reading and rocking on.. ;)
ReplyDeleteI love all these songs. I enjoy all the references to songs you put in your books. Some have even inspired me to go get them for my Ipod. Can't wait to read Born Wild!!
ReplyDeleteJulie Ann,
ReplyDeleteLove the selection and you are so right! Music sets the mood to writing. But also, dancing, loving and imagining all those yummy bikers you conjure up. Even though I am too chicken to ride myself, I do like the bikes in your stories and LOVE every single one of the BKI bikers you write so damn well about. Can't wait to read about Bill and Eve. Cheers!
Music always helps make a story come to life! I love your books and am looking forward to the new one!
ReplyDeleteJulie Ann - i totally agree..music aids the creative soul...can't wait to read Billy's story...love the BKI series...those guys/gals ROCK!! and so do you!!!
ReplyDeleteLove the playlist! I have noticed when I'm reading a book, that certain songs that I hear make me think of the book I'm reading. Music definitely brings it all together!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by Julie Ann, love this series and looking forward to BORN WILD!!!
You've got some great songs listed there :) Some others that come to mind Roll Me Away by Bob Seger, Highway to Hell by AC/DC, and This Life, performed by Curtis Stigers & The Forest Rangers (the Sons of Anarchy Theme Song):)
ReplyDeleteThose are all great songs. I think music can be inspiring for just about anything in life - writing, exercising, heck, I even have a play list on my computer for time when I'm doing data entry type work. It makes the work go faster!! Can't wait for Born Wild. Love the Black Knights!
ReplyDeleteI can almost picture what kind of scene you're writing with each song choice! And now they're going to play in my head when I reread the stories. :-)
ReplyDeleteI love all kinds of music as well. And agree, it helps with whatever task I have, to have music accompanying me.
ReplyDeleteGreat playlist! Love the BKI series and can't wait for Billy and Eve's book!!!
ReplyDeleteLove your list! Bought my hubby a turntable recently so he could listen to all of his old albums--even our sons are enjoying the music! Keep writing!
ReplyDeleteThere is ALWAYS music in my head. When I was very sick once, the music was gone and it totally scared me!! My ex used to say I have musical Tourettes, because I, too, will burst into music (or movie quotes) quite unexpectedly. :) Music is a HUGE part of my life!!
ReplyDeleteCant wait for your next book! You have got me Hooked!! My hubby is in the Military and a Harley man! Love It!!
ReplyDeleteLove all those! How about some Eagles and some Journey thrown in!
ReplyDeleteI can't live without music. . . I'm an 80's music lover. I am so glaf Bon Jovi is included in your playlist -my all-time favorite rock band!
ReplyDeleteLove the songs. Every time I here "Wanted Dead Or Alive" I think badass! I also sing like I am Jon Bon Jovi with every bit of my heart! It is hilarious to witness, just as my children. ;-)
ReplyDeleteGreat song list!
ReplyDeleteGreat songs! They sure bring back memories.
ReplyDeleteOoooh, you guys are giving me some good ideas for additions to my playlist. Eagles? Check. Journey? Check. SOA Anthem? Check. AC/DC? Check. What else, BKI fans? Keep the suggestions coming!
ReplyDeleteGreat play list!!!! My favorite band is Poison but I can't think of a 'motorcycle song' from them however....'Every Rose Has Its Thorn' is a great love song!!!! Looking forward to reading Born Wild!!!!
ReplyDeleteMakes you wanna jump on the bike and turn up the ipod and cruise, while looking badass. Love your books and cannot wait for the next one. Love looking at your pics from your adventure with Mr. Walker too.
ReplyDeleteI definitely agree with everyone, music does play a big part in people's lives. It sounds like you have some great inspiration when you write, but I'm sad to say that I don't know more than half of the songs. I'll definitely have to listen to them though.
ReplyDeleteI love your BKI Boys & can't wait for Bill & Eve's story! Thanks for writing such great characters!
ReplyDeleteI had to giggle to myself because I pretty much have ALL of those songs!
ReplyDeleteI always love seeing/hearing author's playlists for their books because it introduces me to new to me artists and songs...thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteSlow Ride by Foghat is like sex only in song. Dude.
ReplyDeleteDon't forget Kid Rock. American Bad Ass!!!
ReplyDeleteLove your list, and as a California girl, I also like to listen to California Love by Dr. Dre and friends when I want to bounce!
ReplyDeleteGreat choices! You should add "Bad Company" to the list! Either the version by Bad Company or the Five Finger Death Punch one. They are both great!
ReplyDeleteI would throw in one more.....my fellow Canadian, Tom Cochran with "Life is a Highway"...... And I wanna ride it all night long....
ReplyDeleteHeck....didn't mean to leave you Tom Cochran' s Life is a Highway anonymously!!!!
ReplyDeletelets try this again!!!
My go-to "work" artist, believe it or not, is Meat Loaf. Depending on what I'm doing, I'll go to the older stuff for the high-octane moves or the newer work for more contemplative.
ReplyDeleteHi Julie, the songs you mention always make the story more connectable. Thank you so much for sharing your talent and your gift with us all.
ReplyDeleteLove the songs in your books. So much fun when I can hum along in my head as I'm reading! :)
ReplyDeleteHi Julie,
ReplyDeleteSongs definitely motivate and move people and you can listen to some songs and picture an event. Sometimes they help add to the fantasy, which your books are great at invoking in my wild imagination. Can't wait to read Bill and Eve's story!!!
LOVE this series!!! Can't wait for Born Wild! Great song list, Wanted Dad or Alive is one of my all time favorite songs!
ReplyDeleteThanks for checking in, BKI fans! You all rock!
ReplyDeleteWell you listed all my favorites!!! Can't wait for another book, love this series!!!
ReplyDeleteLove the playlist!
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