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Friday Favorite: Kids Music

Justin Roberts

Here are more favorite kids albums to fuel your family dance parties. Enjoy!

1. The Alphabeticians “Junior

from their website: “They are two guys (Mr. Hoo and Mr. E) who love playing quirky, funny, upbeat songs for kids and families.  Think They Might Be Giants meets The Velvet Underground meets Schoolhouse Rock.  Or something like that”.

2. Dan Zanes and Elizabeth Mitchell “Turn Turn Turn” A collaborative folk collection from two amazing musicians, singalong style.

3. Alice DeMicele “If I Were An Otter: Songs for Kids of All Ages” Earthy, soulful, acoustic folk music.

4. Laura Veirs “Tumble Bee” This Portland musician sings traditional tunes with several guest artists, including Colin Meloy (lead singer of the Decemberists).

5. Justin Roberts “Recess”  Energetic pop music with catchy and meaningful lyrics.