The most patriotic dog - ever. (Photo: randysonofrobert)

You know, I’ve always liked Independence Day. I can always muster up a sense of patriotism in honoring the anniversary of our founding fathers telling King George III to get bent in elegantly written Old English. Whether you celebrate America by driving a Ford Expedition at 90 miles per hour blasting “Born in The USA” all the way to Wal-Mart, or firing up the grill, drinking beer, and potentially blowing up your friends with fireworks, the 4th of July is the one time of year all Americans—regardless of race, creed or socioeconomic background—can get together and party in the name of old glory. As a born Philadelphian, it’s the one holiday that’s a source of true civic pride—aside from whenever Eagles‘ opening day is at Lincoln Financial Field.  So, before you go crazy setting off roman candles in your backyard, take some time to listen to these great patriotic tunes courtesy of some artists on OurStage. Remember, America: party responsibly—you’ve got to be at work on Monday.