The Society's archivist, Renee, had a different idea. Why not create a soundtrack of modern pop songs inspired by our Founders' travels and accomplishments? So, Renee took a piece of paper and played a quick game of word association. These are the terms that came to mind when she thought of the explorers, geographers, military officers, inventors, geologists, conservationists, and journalists--accomplished men all--who formed National Geographic back in 1888:
(Read more about the Society's founders here.)
After that, I came up with a list of songs celebrating the experiences of our intrepid founders.
Elvis Costello: Beyond Belief
Liz Phair: Go West
Thomas Dolby: She Blinded Me With Science
Moth Conspiracy: Piccadilly Weepers
Also called "dundrearies," Piccadilly Weepers were long-flowing sideburns so popular among the Geographic's founders.
The Dirtbombs: Your Love Belongs Under a Rock
The Be Good Tanyas: The Littlest Birds
Andrew Bird: Lull
Uncle Tupelo: New Madrid
Michael Kiwanuka: Bones
Sonny Rollins: I'm an Old Cowhand
Bjork: It's Oh So Quiet
The Beatles: Back in the U.S.S.R.
Neko Case: This Tornado Loves You
Olivia Tremor Control: Define a Transparent Dream
Wire: Map Ref 41°N 93°W
Yeah Yeah Yeahs: Maps
The Sweet: Alexander Graham Bell
Robyn Hitchcock: Bass
The Who: The Seeker
3Ds: Beautiful Things
Thao and the Get Down Stay Down: Geography
Michelle Shocked: Anchorage
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