Polka
Polka Padre – Polka Padre Hits
Nothing says Catholicism in northern Minnesota quite like a good polka mass. If you’re wondering why, drive through one of the many mining towns that dot the Iron Range. The first thing you’ll notice is the sheer number of bars in each town. My guess is that the only way they could get these motley hoards to church was by promising some good old fashioned party music. And let’s face it, if you’re going to party on the Range, there better be a damn good polka band.
Ten years ago , I couldn’t see myself getting into polka music. But sadly, now that I’ve hit middle age, I actually enjoy it. The Padre and his group play some pretty tight polka and I was tapping my toes as I surfed for some info on the Reverend Kapoun. That’s when my stomach turned. So ya know all that stuff about Catholic priests molesting children? Yep, that’s right, the Polka Padre turned out to be “The Polka Playing Pedophile Padre”.
Normally I like to attempt some humor with my posts. Today it just doesn’t seem appropriate. Here’s a link to an article about the Reverend getting a $1.1 million lawsuit overturned. His lawyers even had enough class to send a bill for their legal fees to the victim. Polka Padre Ruling
And if you’d like to see the full history of allegations against Reverend Kapoun, check this out. Reverend Kapoun Allegations
I debated whether or not to even post this record but in the end, I figured it would provide an opportunity to let people know the truth. My own personal opinion of the Padre isn’t too high but I won’t start throwing around slanderous terms. Feel free to form your own opinions.
Sure I’m familiar with biblical passages such as Matthew 7:1 “Do not judge, or you too will be judged” but I’m pretty sure that it doesn’t apply to pedophiles. So today…….I’m casting the first stone (it’s another biblical reference, sheesh….do I have to explain everything to you people??)
Tracks:
Side One
- 01_01 – It’s Polka Time
- 01_02 – Moonbeams Clear
- 01_03 – Who’d You Like to Love Ya
- 01_04 – Susie Polka
- 01_05 – Oriole Waltz
- 01_06 – Hard to Get
Side Two
