On this episode of The Fool Scoop, Alan, Jessy, and Winston Smith tackle the surprisingly deep topic of funeral music. From the emotional weight of choosing the perfect song to the sheer absurdity of some selections (like using "Free Bird" as a final prank), the crew explores how different death scenarios influence playlists and the power music has to evoke everything from grief and reflection to transcendence. They share personal picks, discuss artists like David Bowie and the timeless nature of impactful songs, and even touch on the quirky humor that can be found in planning a truly epic farewell. Ultimately, they prove that even in discussing something as somber as death, music can be a powerful tool for processing emotions, connecting with others, and creating a memorable last hurrah.

Here are the links to the Stories in this episode:

• Aurora - I Went Too Far (Live on the Honda Stage)
• ‘The Hateful Eight’ | Beck - Farewell Ride
• Blues Saraceno - Carry Me Back Home
• The Ment Who Built America Intro
• David Bowie - Lazarus
• Full Moon Wo Sagashite - Eternal Snow
• Waikato - Yumemiru Tame Ni
• Heroes del Silencio - Entre dos Tierras
• Snow - Informer

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