This week we investigate both the hardships of life and the dark corners of the mind. In 1974, after “Harvest” Neil Young offers his fifth studio album, “On the Beach”. At a bleak time in his life he delves into topics like cynicism and closure, while finding inspiration from the likes of Charles Manson and the oil industry. This little known jewel has aged like a fine wine…..or beer, and needs another listen. Townes Van Zandt releases his seventh studio album, after a five year pause, in 1978 called “Flyin Shoes”. Riddled with production and behind the scenes setbacks, it proves to be one of his finest collections of original works ever. Rivaling Dylan, but in the country/western genre, Townes paints a brilliant musical and lyrical picture of cowboy life and sends it right through your speakers into your living room. Whether on the dusty trail or a sizzling beach, a couple of Coldwater Clear Lagers from the Horseshoe Valley Brewing Company are just the ticket.