My Love is a Fever

AHHHH IT'S BEEN SO LONG!!!!

2010-12-23T13:56:00.000-08:00

I really wanted to keep this up as much as possible, I was doing really well for awhile then I just kind of forgot about.... I sense a new years resolution.
Whirring- The Joy Formidable
Lately my new favorite band has been The Joy formidable, they have probably been around forever... sometimes I just don't find out about great bands for awhile. Anyway... I would recommend listening to all of their stuff but I specifically am enjoying Whirring. Mostly because it was of the first songs I heard by this band. I am trying to think of what they sound like, they remind me of someone specific. I really like the lead singer, she's female but she has the lower tone where it could be either male or female which I find interesting. The music has this sweet sadness to it like most indie rock, I'm not sure what it is but I felt really connected to this music. Travelling Woman - Bat for Lashes. I have had this album forever but I only listened to certain songs. I started listening to this whole album more and I am loving this song. A lot of people can't really get into her music I have noticed. Mostly males. I think she has such an interesting voice, it's clear and raspy at the same time. I also admire her because she is a visual artist as well as a musician. Her music videos are gorgeous.Skinny Love (Bon Iver cover) - Ingrid Michaelson
I love ingrid, I love bon iver (justin vernon), this cover is brilliant. I love how she slowed it down, it's a simple, one take version. Her voice is amazing and I love what she does with this song.

go home, I'm trying but I've been misled

2010-09-10T12:22:00.000-07:00

Dirty Cartoons - Menomena : First of all, GO PORTLAND BANDS!!! WOOT!! I was pleasantly surprised by Menomenas new album. I have listened to them for awhile but this album is on another level from their previous work. This song, specifically, took my breath away the first time I heard it. I can't wait to see them live TOMORROW NIGHT!! :)
For Now - People Eating People : While at Bumbershoot last weekend a friend suggested we go the EMP Sky Church venue and People Eating People happened to be the band that fit into out schedule. It turned out that I fell in like with Nouela Johnston (Front woman of the group). She could go anywhere with her piano and knock your socks off. Her voice is powerful at times but can beautiful and light. Her piano skills are ridiculous. I chose this song because it's just her without a band and I think she does tremendously well without any extras. Also a local band (Seattle) so that's a bonus.
The Shore - Basia Bulat : I discovered this song while spending hours on end watching The Take Away Shows . I loved her song In The Night but hadn't realized she had come out with a new album. The shore is a sweet sounding, slower-paced song. It fits Bulat's voice well.

blissfully painful and insanity

2010-08-19T13:06:00.000-07:00

Falling Over - The Pains of Being Pure at Heartgoing through my second phase of being obsessed with this band. The second time has been better so far. Kind of reminds me of Belle & Sebastian. Oh Mein Me - Dum Dum Girls
going to see them open for Beach House and Vampire Weekend. I think I am most excited to see them. I am really getting into the lo-fi sound, especially with female vocalists. Hang With Me (Acoustic) - RobynI love both versions of this song but this version really shows off this girls voice. Honestly I don't understand why she isn't more popular. This is what pop music should be about.

Just what I needed....

2010-07-13T12:01:00.000-07:00

Gimme.

Side B is also out

Sasquatch

2010-06-14T17:13:00.000-07:00

So yeah... it's been a couple weeks since Sasquatch but I am finally reading to blog about. Was super busy with finals but now I have plenty of free time to update.

Basically Sasquatch was one of the best weekends I've ever had. I can't wait to make it a yearly tradition. So many amazing performers, met some really cool people, and didn't shower the entire time haha.

I figured I would talk about my favorite performances and also so surprise performances that I was expecting to be good or just had no idea who they were before the festival.

I'm going to get this one out of the way.
#1 performance of the weekend was Broken Social Scene.
I wasn't sure what to expect, but it was overwhelmingly amazing.
Kevin Drews voice was so good live, they had a good range of old favorites and new songs from Forgiveness Rock Record, and it was the most amazing venue. (sorry didn't really get a good pic of them)

#2 for me The XX
I really fell in love with their album, playing it over and over on my computer, my ipod, and vinyl. Seeing them live was something I was really looking forward to and they did not disappoint. Romy and Olivers voices were spot on. The only reason they are number two is because simply because the don't have the history and experience of BSS. I think with time they could become one of my all time favorites.
#3 was The National. I want to move to Brooklyn and hang out with these guys. Setlist was pretty good but there were a couple songs missing for me. It was really cool to listen to them as the sun was setting and the view of The Gorge behind them. I will never get used to that view.

I can't really pick a number four, I loved Dirty Projectors, Miike Snow, Passion Pit, Mumford & Sons, She & Him, and Edward Sharpe all about the same. Dirty Projectors are very talented live, especially the combinations of the two female vocals really blew me away.

Some bands that surprised me were, MGMT, Mayer Hawthorne, and Band of Horses. I wasn't really expecting anything from MGMT but they were actually really great live, sound wise and also interacting with the audience. Ending with "Kids" was epic, it was just a ridiculous amount of people dancing and everyone was singing along. It was just a great sense of unity and one of my favorite moments over the weekend.

Can I go back now?

3 days!!!!!

2010-05-25T12:21:00.000-07:00

ok so I was gonna do a post about Sasquatch but I think I will save that.
So last.fm may not be showing it because my ipod has not been scrobbling lately, but I have been OBSESSED with some really random songs lately. It comes from watching random youtube videos , waking up with random songs stuck in my head, and listening to songs on my old ipod. What's Up - 4 Non Blondes, this song is ridiculous... that's pretty much why I love it. Linda Perry's voice is just.... Hilarious but amazing at the same time. Take Me Home Tonight - Eddie Money, I just woke up the other day and this song was stuck in my head, the next night I went and saw Macgruber and the song was in the movie! Coincidence or not I still love this song. Another Night-Real McCoy, I HAVE to dance when I hear this song, partially because it was a regularly played song during jazzercise and partially because it's awesome.
Ok in real life... well in new music, I am pretty obsessed with
Blue Hawaii - Dream Electrixra, it's a pretty big buzzed band right now and i am definitely on board with it.

Cover me in water

2010-05-10T13:55:00.000-07:00

I will have a new set of songs for you soon.... for now here is an awesome video of St. Vincent

I Never Had to Hold You By The Edges Like I Do Now

2010-04-26T19:10:00.000-07:00

I Hate Seagulls - Kate Nash
Love at first sound <3 I have missed you so much Kate.
Rambling Man - Laura Marling
God this song is so beautiful. Marling's voice is kind of mis-mashed with her appearance to me, which I kind of like for some reason. I heard it first when she performed it for The Black Cab Sessions so it was a live version, but I like both versions. The whole album is great, looking forward to seeing her at Sasquatch.
A Token of Gratitude - The Radio Dept.

The Business of Sadness

2010-03-31T15:39:00.000-07:00

Frightened Rabbit - Good Arms vs Bad Arms
love this band in general but this song...

The National - Bloodbuzz Ohio
new stuff. so since I have really been getting into them lately I was super-stoked and not at all disappointed.

Bachelorette - The National Grid
I have the live version of this, havent heard the original... but I loved it the first time I heard it... so I'm guessing she is pretty ok live.

my heart hangin' out

2010-03-12T20:14:00.001-08:00

cleaned almost my entire apartment, it feels really weird now, kinda creepy almost. too clean!
here we go magic - tunnel vision
have had this one forever... just discovered its beauty wave machines - carry me back to my home & the line both make me want to dance! into it fo sho!we all have hooks for hands - hold on, c'mon
yupp

2010-03-03T09:12:00.001-08:00

Jeff Bridges (any song from Crazy Heart especially...) Brand New Angel
...so basically I want to marry this man.
Joanna Newsom - Soft as Chalk
so this album is amazing...just go now...go listen
Ellie Goulding - Wish I Stayed
just discovered her, so far so good.

sometimes I still need you.

2010-02-21T17:55:00.000-08:00

so I decided I am going to Sasquatch instead of Coachella cause it is way cheaper and closer and less sketch haha.
pretty much all of the people I wanted to see will be at both except for Florence + the machine :(
basically it doesn't matter though cause I am most excited to see....

Oh sail me to the moon, before it's too late

2010-02-08T18:39:00.000-08:00

Don't Kiss Me Goodbye - Ultra Orange & Emmanuelle
This is from The Diving Bell and The Butterfly Soundtrack, it fits the movie perfectly.
I love the whole soundtrack really. Valentine - Kina Grannis
Ok so yeah, valentines day, whatever, I just heard this song and I really like it.
it's cute and simple and sweet and endearing. Me and Jane Doe - Charlotte Gainsbourg
I can't believe how amazing she is. I first saw her in I'm Not There and I thought she was so great as an actor and it turns out that she's also an amazing musician! yay.

Stuck with forever to the point of tears

2010-01-22T15:22:00.000-08:00

Voxtrot - Soft & Warm
Just discovered these guys. I have heard of them and they have been recommended to me many times and I finally took a gander and now think they are an excellent band. Everyone should check them out.
The Big Pink - Domino's
this song is brilliant.
Paul Dempsey - Bird In a Basement
don't remember how I found this song... I think it was a similar artist to another artist or something. Anyway... it's good. Love his voice and his acoustic guitar.

FREAKING OUT RIGHT NOW!!!!!!!!

2010-01-19T14:04:00.000-08:00

I have to go

11

2010-01-11T23:45:00.000-08:00

The Dears - Demons
I have had this album for a while but am recently falling in love with it.
The Hood Internet - Number One Christmas
I don't usually support R Kelly but when it comes the The Hood Internet I will pretty much support any artist if it mixes well.
Julian Casablancas - Left & Right in The Dark
God this guys voice has got me on lock.... dreamy haha... also it's a pretty catchy tune.

daily requirement

2010-01-04T23:36:00.000-08:00

the dodos - ashley
I love the dodos so much. This song is from the album visiter but somehow I never really paid attention to it until recently. I randomly heard it the other day and it just clicked.
the temper trap - sweet disposition
ok so everyone and there mom has probably heard this song whether you knew it or not. I think I have heard it in two car commercials and in the movie 500 Days of Summer. I am hooked. It's beautiful. One of those sad and sweet songs... which I am a sucker for. Too bad the rest of the album is nowhere near as good.
edward sharp and the magnetic zeros - (home or kisses over babylon)
my friend jessica told me about this band. I have listened to the whole album but this song stood out.

FINALLY (Christmas Edition!)(UPDATED)

2009-12-23T19:48:00.000-08:00

it's been forever...blah blah blah

Ok some awesome christmas songs!!

I Wish It Was Christmas Today - Julian Casablancas
gah! LOVE. I saw him performing this with Jimmy Fallon and Horatio Sans (it was awesome!)
love his voice, love this song.... such a classic.
That Was The Worst Christmas Ever - Sufjan Stevens
ok I love his whole christmas album, this is one of the popular ones I think.
don't let the title fool you, it still makes me feel fuzzy.
( I also like The Friendly Beasts)
Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) - Death Cab for Cutie
I love pretty much every version of this song but I also love death cab so that's why
I picked this one.
Also this version.
Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) - Slow Club
Cold White Christmas - Casiotone for The Painfully Alone
another one that sounds depressing (and kinda is)
This one is for you all that think you are too cool for school
and have had lonely, sad, christmas experiences.
(or anyone who likes good music I guess.)

Merry Christmas!!!!!!!!!!! :)

New Website Alert

2009-12-05T19:00:00.000-08:00

Just randomly found this site, RCRD LBL. I litterally found it like 5 minutes ago. You might already know about, if you don't you need to check it out. Free downloads of remixes and whatnot... of people like these guys...

Flow sweetly, hang heavy, You suddenly complete me

2009-11-30T22:37:00.000-08:00

A couple of reasons why this weeks pics are a little late...
for one I had a very busy Thanksgiving weekend. Next week is finals so I am preparing for that.... but mainly, once again I cannot decide which songs to choose. I have a couple of entire albums I want to talk about... but I think I will save those for when I have more time so I can really figure out what I need to say. So here are three awesome songs to check out or re-discover for now:
Soft Shock (Them Jeans Acoustic Remix) - Yeah Yeah Yeahs
I am slowly falling in love with Karen O. I couldn't see what all the fuss was about for so long but I am finally realize, I mean, I get it. She sure can rock out but I think she's shows off her genius the most when it comes to the slower songs. I am fluent in her older albums but It's Blitz! is a keeper for sure. I love this remix of Soft Shock as well as the original. Hysteric and Little are also great slower songs. Also you should get the video for Maps on itunes or some other form because it's perfect for the song. ok yeah next.
Arcade Fire - Maps (Yeah Yeah Yeahs cover)
yeah I think this whole thing is gonna end up being an ode to Yeah Yeah Yeahs or at least Karen O.
But seriously anything Arcade Fire touches is basically gold and the song is amazing in the first place... "win/win/win"...
Just to give you more options for your downloading pleasure.
Hysteric (Acoustic Version) - Yeah Yeah Yeahs

!!!!!
Happy listening :)

Never Gonna Give You Up

2009-11-23T01:41:00.000-08:00

AND DESERT YOU!!!!
I am obsessed with 80's one hot wonders... luckily for you, the day has not come where I will blog about it. Prepare yourself, it's coming sometime in the near future.
also I don't really feel like talking about these songs individually. They are all songs that came up on shuffle that I never really listened to before and now I really love. Mostly...rock... I don't like labels.
New Year's Kiss - Casiotone For The Painfully Alone

Last Flowers - Radiohead (in rainbows cd2)
gwah!!!!! so much. windfall - cass mccombs
ok this one I just want to say i had my doubts about Cass but I have come around since and I actually kind of love his latest album.

I'm Listening to The Music She'll Never Like

2009-11-15T22:29:00.000-08:00

Life Slash Dreams - Dan Black
artist was recommended to me by last.fm. He kind of has an electric pop sound.
Squalor Victoria - The National
I can't believe I just started listening to this album, I mean... WOW. This song in particular is really beautiful. This kind of proves the theory that good things come in time. Forever and Always (Piano Version) - Taylor Swift
Honestly Taylor Swift kind of annoys me, I mean she writes her own and music and everything but she is not the best live performer. this piano version of this song is sweet and sad and I really like even if it's not what she actually sounds like.

so I have missed one or two weeks... sad I don't even know how long it's been.

2009-11-09T13:26:00.001-08:00

Miike Snow - Plastic Jungle
This swedish band is getting a lot of hype.
This song is super groovy and the album is solid, take a gander.

The Dodos - Time to Die
no not the song, the entire album. So good, they are becoming a fav of mine fo sho.

Tegan and Sara - On Directing
so yeah you had to guess this was coming. The album is fantastic, I really like the direction they are going and I really hope to see them live. The lyrics to these songs are heartbreaking and relatable, perfect combo, right?

how embarrassing

2009-10-26T02:24:00.000-07:00

so the only song I REALLY like on the new moon soundtrack and Pitchfork has this to say "Elsewhere, Editors could finally rid themselves of Interpol comparisons with oppressively maudlin cabaret crooner "No Sound But the Wind", but you'll only wish there were no sound."
...of course!

ok two people that read this....

2009-10-26T01:17:00.000-07:00

Hell - Tegan and Sarah
I am SOOO excited for this album... comes out Tues.! Go BUY it! It will be worth the money, and Chris Walla produced it.
They are coming to Portland in April and it's already written on my calendar. (figuratively) Dressed to Kill - Landon Pigg
Started listening to him again cause of Whip It. If you haven't scene it, he plays Ellen Page's love interest who makes her swoon by play her sweet love songs and swimming in pools with his clothes on. This song is pretty cool and the lyrics are rightfully straightforward. Criminals - Atlas Sound
I am really diggin this album right now. I guess if you read pitchfork you are probably diggin it as well or dug it last week.

So exciting!!!

2009-10-20T15:33:00.000-07:00

New Music SIte

So many good songs.... how can I be sad?

2009-10-19T12:20:00.000-07:00

Ok so I have too many things to list here. I guess I won't post anything from all the new soundtracks I have obtained because you probably know and/or own them already...
oh except one song I think is really great...

ok so I will get the soundtrack song out of the way
Editors - No Sound But The Wind (New Moon Soundtrack)
This soundtrack was a pleasant surprise with artists it managed to pull together. I guess I kind of high expectations from some of the more obscure artists but I think overall it's worth listening to.
Arcade Fire - Crown of Love
so I hope everyone has heard this song, if you haven't go do so right now. I just needed to express my love for this song.
ok moving on.
by ratexlaSnow Patrol - One Hundred Things You Should Have Done in Bed
Can't believe I just discovered this album. Final Straw will always be number one in my heart but this older album is truly great work.
Bjork - Triumph of the Heart
ok first of all the music video for this song is AMAZING and makes me crack up every time. Bjork never ceases to amaze me. She is so effing creative and innovative.

I guess I will stop there and leave some songs for next week.

Guess who's seeing Grizzly Bear Thursday?

2009-10-11T20:04:00.000-07:00

THIS GUY!
ok so this week has kind of a one man show kind of theme... for no particular reason.
If My Heart Was a House - Owl City
my new crush
The Boy is Gone - Jason Mraz
oldie rediscovered
Roberat C. - Casiotone for the Painfully Alone
new band for me
Someone Great - LCD Soundsystem
just downloaded this music video... so sad, so beautiful

Time is all you have Careful what you say

2009-10-03T09:54:00.000-07:00

Why Waste More Time? - Rosie Thomas
This song is just lovely. The lyrics are beautiful and honest. Rosie's voice is so unique, it's innocent mixed with a tinge of bittersweet reality.

Can You Tell - Ra Ra Riot
I am HOOKED on this song. I think if you just give it a listen you will see what I mean.
The Girl - City and Colour
Ok so second week in a row for CIty and Colour.... but seriously this album is THAT good. This song is kind of heartbreaking and sweet and romantic...all of my favorite ingredients haha.

I Hope It's Gonna Make You Notice.

2009-09-27T14:11:00.001-07:00

It has been way too long. I thought I would be updating everyday after I got my wisdom teeth out. I was laying around but I was pretty much asleep all the time. So now I am completely moved into my new place and I have some awesome tunes for you guys to check out!!!

Use Somebody (Kings of Leon Cover) - Paramore
I really love Paramore and I think they are really starting to grow musically. I haven't heard the new album, I think its one I need to buy. I have been hearing nothing but good things about. This Kings songs is great and I like Haley's voice covering it. I really enjoy live sessions like this so I guess it's a win/win/win for me.
Inoculate The Innocuous - The Unicorns
an oldie and a goodie! Loooove The Unicorns
As Much as I Ever Could - City and Colour
Dallas Green's voice is amazing and his lyrics are just as sweet. If you are feeling emotional and need some melancholy tunes then check him out.... I haven't heard a song I haven't liked yet.

that kind of night

2009-09-16T01:42:00.000-07:00

rediscovering this guy

So excited

2009-09-11T11:46:00.000-07:00

this came out today.... or at least Pitchfork posted it this morning. Love it.

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2009-09-10T20:53:00.001-07:00

via seraphine.blogg.se

can someone tell me what this song is called and who it's by??? (pretty please)

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Busy Bee

2009-08-26T23:30:00.000-07:00

super busy with work and figuring ish out so I can get everything done before school starts. I still have time for music so here are some current faves you should check out.

Matt Costa - Mr. Pitiful
Older song and is currently on a mac commercial I believe. This is one of those songs you forgot about and rediscovered. (I love that)

Breathe - Lightning Dust
Love this band. I am really enjoying the whole album.

At Your Door - Alexi Murdoch
I had one of his songs from an oc mix (orange sky).... anyway, I love that song so I decided to dl more of his stuff. I love his voice, devine. (and devine is not a word I use.)

Shout-Outs and Other

2009-08-14T11:47:00.000-07:00

I wanted to dedicate this post to friends on Last.fm
I have been finding new music I love like crazy thanks to you guys!

Soulofasailor got me checking out Sam Cooke and Muddy Waters. I knew that both artists are icons and classics but never really thought about listening to them. Thanks for the inspiration.

ilikeducks got me to check out Balmorhea and Message to Bears. Love both of these ambient sounds. If you like instrumental stuff you should definitely check both of these bands out. Also Message to Bears have a lot of free downloads on Last.fm (Link at the top)
ps Also I think when I first started using last.fm back in the day you told me to listen to Feist because I would love her.... I OWE YOU MY LIFE.

AaronCXS Got me listening to Yo La Tengo more. I had heard of them before but didnn't really get into them until recently. Also, The Mountain Goats. If you haven't checked them out yet then you need to, NOW.

The_Remy There are countless bands and artists you have introduced me to, they would fill up the whole page. Most recently I am thanking you for introducing me to Kay Kay and His Weathered Underground Now I am super excited to see them at Bumbershoot!

ciaobonefish thank you for introducing me toAu Revoir Simone I have two of their albums and love them both.... if they have more I want them haha.

SO yeah, thanks everyone for expanding my music library.... seriously you are amazing.

Songs for the week

2009-08-10T11:56:00.000-07:00

Fools Paradise - Sam Cooke

Really diggin' his four disc collection. Just so amazing.

Please, Please, Please, Let Me Get What I Want - She & Him

Cover of The Smiths. This is from the soundtrack to 500 Days of Summer. I liked the movie but the soundtrack is better. This is a good cover too.

Little Bit - Lykke Li

Can't remember if I have posted this song before but it's just so good. I love the lyrics and her voice is so pure. Also check out the music video if you haven't already.

Honey Honey - Feist
Feist is one of my favorite artists. This song shows off her talent by being beautiful and haunting. I can't pick favorites when it comes to her songs but this would probably be one of them.

Far away I get the feeling I belong

2009-08-03T22:09:00.000-07:00

A new week!
I will forget all of my troubles and immerse myself in music.

OK so these songs are not going to be new but songs that I have loved for awhile and feel like sharing them with you now. You have probably heard them but there is nothing wrong with re-visiting favorites.

Pretty Girl From San Diego - The Avett Brothers
Well I love the whole Avett Brothers album, Emotionalism. Seriously it one of my favorite albums.

Mykonos - Fleet Foxes
I am OBSESSED with this song. It's amazing all the way around. The vocals are untouchable. I really want to see this band live.

Pic taken by ME
A Movie Script Ending (acoustic version) - Death Cab

So it's classic death cab song stripped down. This version is from the soundtrack to Wicker Park (ok movie... amazing soundtrack, check it out)
This song is bittersweet and romantic and this slower version only enhances these emotions.

Ok... Have a good week everyone!!!

Ok I have 20 min.

2009-07-27T15:38:00.000-07:00

20 min until I have to get ready for work so this will be sloppy and spontaneous! YAY!

K I am obsessed with Matt & Kim right now and forever.
What song have I not posted of theirs?
basically just go listen to the whole album.
(GRAND)

Also obsessed with Bat for Lashes
Siren Song and Glass are my faves
She's brilliant!

Last is:

Everytime You Lie - Demi Lovato
Sounds a lot like Maroon 5 - Sunday Morning.... but I like that song so hay!

THERE YOU GO MUSIC LOVERS ;)

DEATH CAB!!!!

2009-07-18T20:53:00.000-07:00

The Open Door by steveause featuring TOMS shoes

Went to see Death Cab last night at Edgefield. What a great venue! The music was amazing of course. It was my fourth time seeing them live and I am never disappointed. There is something about outdoor concerts. The atmosphere was great and being able to walk around anywhere with your beer is never a bad thing.... having a concert at a brewery is definitely not a bad thing.
PICS COMING SOON!!!!!

It's a Belle and Sebastian kind of day.

2009-07-14T14:09:00.000-07:00

Songs of the day:
Fits my mood perfectly at the moment

These are just a few of my favs.

My Wandering Days Are Over - Belle and Sebastian

If She Wants Me - Belle and Sebastian

Piazza, New York Catcher - Belle and Sebastian

"I love you I’ve a drowning grip on your adoring face
I love you my responsibility has found a place
Beside you and strong warnings in the guise of gentle words
Come wave upon me from the family why not that's absurd
“You’ll take care of her, I know it, you will do a better job”
Maybe, but not what she deserves"

In The Morning

2009-07-12T10:17:00.000-07:00

Songs for today:

"But I could not recall
A more perfect fall
Cause when I looked up into your eyes
It didn't hurt at all."

Be Still My Heart - The Postal Service

Ben Gibbards lyrics have been following me around wherever I go.

Kiss WIth A Fist - Florence and The Machine

Just discovered this musician last night. Great album, going to be very popular.

Dead Ends - Chad Vangaalen
Oh this song gives me goosebumps when the chorus comes around.

Where The Rain Never Stops

2009-07-07T21:51:00.001-07:00

Songs for today.

Rose City - Viva Voce

What's better than a tribute to your hometown!?
Viva Voce is awesome and so is this song. Love for P-Town :)

Little Bribes - Death Cab For Cutie

Honestly I can't really pick a favorite from this ep, Open Door
Every song is genuine and well-written. Ben Gibbard knows exactly where my heartstrings are.

Beggin' - Madcon

This song is my ultimate party song. These Norwegians give the perfect beat for dancing.

Romantic not Disgusting Yet

2009-07-01T12:08:00.000-07:00

New music frenzy........
the lack of record stores forces me to do my musical shopping on the internet.
It is easier for sure but it doesn't come with that spark that record stores have to offer.

Songs for today:

Lisztomania - Phoenix

This whole album is really growing on me... you are always right (sometimes)

Canadian Girl - The Walkmen

Sam got me into this one. Also the entire album is great.

Good Ol' Fashioned Rump Shaker - The Hood Internet (Beastie Boys vs Matt and Kim)

The Hood Internet is an amazing site, their mash-ups are great and a lot of times better than the originals

----> if you are interested in The Hood Internet, you should also check out:
-- Billie "Wildcat" Jean (MJ & Ratatat)
-- The T-Pains of Being Pure at Heart (T-Pain & The Pains of Being Pure at Heart.... Obviously)

“If we all discovered that we had only five minutes left to say all that we wanted to say, every telephone booth would be occupied by people calling other people to tell them that they loved them.” Christopher Morley

Ghost in the Machine: Bob Dylan

2009-06-30T16:14:00.001-07:00

Ghost in the Machine: Bob Dylan, originally uploaded by iri5.

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Also I am listening to The Notwist and The Hood Internet

Let's be honest

2009-06-27T21:53:00.000-07:00

it's been awhile.

I had a list but I don't feel like finding it.
What I am listening to now is the new Mos Def album Ecstatic.
So far so good. Haven't listened to the whole thing yet.
I like the song Quite Dog Bite Hard
It's funky and cool.

more later.
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I Can Be The Wall

2009-06-04T23:00:00.000-07:00

Ok so I can't download pics for the musical artists so you will have to use your imaginations tonight ;)

I am just going to go...

Renaissance - Mat Kearney:

If you like romantic pop/singer-songwriter love songs than this one is for you! Probably my favorite Mat Kearney song. It just belongs on a Grey's soundtrack or some romantic movie when the couple FINALLY kisses. Don't worry, you won't die of super sugary sweetness. (or even get a cavity) Yes, it's pop but it's GOOD pop... it does exist!
So if you want to feel like you just fell in love put this tune on and cry like your watching The Notebook or Extreme Home Makeover.

Boneless -The Notwist:

Just heard of this German indie band. I looked them up on Pitchfork and their album Neon Golden got a 9.2 so Music Snobs, their is something her for you too!!!
I don't know how I would describe this song.... Good?
Pretty mellow jell-o

Conrete Heart - Great Lake Swimmers

This song is a feeler. Yupp I guess I am a sap this week.
The vocals are brilliant on this song (like duh, it's GREAT LAKE SWIMMERS)
So beautiful, it makes my heart hurt.... in a good way.

should I sign this... other people sign their blogs... Tacky???? Thoughts????

for now mine will be this:

*~***XoXooO ~LuvErz~ <3 <333~*** ;* XoXXX~OooOXXX :) MuAHHH ;***xo
STeVE llolzzzz ~<3**

Her Heels So High, My Hopes So Low

2009-06-02T23:26:00.000-07:00

Songs of the day!! Will I make it before midnight????
Alright so I spent to discovering new and old music alike.
I watched the DVD that comes with the Stars album "In Our Bedroom After The War"
It was so inspiring and beautiful. (Musically and Visually)
It reminded me of when I saw them open for Death Cab a few years ago.
That was one of the best live shows I have ever seen.

anyway....

Gila - Beach House:

Oh what can I say... Beach House is one of those brilliant bands that has gotten better over time. I am lucky enough to have discovered them when they are that much better. I have a place in my heart for the organs in this song.

Your Love - The Outfield:

I am not the biggest 80's music fan but when I hear Tony Lewis belt out "JOSIE'S ON A VACATION FAR AWAY" I can't help but belt it out.

And of course with my day filled with Stars music I had to add one of their million amazing songs. (yeah it's just a pic of Amy... I love the rest of the band but this pic was too good to pass up.)
Via Patchenphotography

The First Five Times - Stars:

This song is about sex, so how could you go wrong?
I love the lyrics because the take a subject that so many 'artists' and people treat extremely lightly and make it personal and meaningful.

Songs of The Past Few Days

2009-06-01T18:27:00.000-07:00

So I got a little sidetracked this weekend and haven't been updating my songs of the day. That doesn't mean I didn't have them planned out. Here are the songs that filled my weekend with melancholy bliss.

Let Me Roll It - Paul McCartney & Wings

I heard a cover version on this song and loved it. I discovered it was Paul McCartney & Wings and the original version is priceless. I love the sound of the electric guitar, the echoing-far-away voice of Paul. The slow but steady beat. It's a great, slow, rock song.
After downloading and listening to the song several times I realized I already had the song and the entire album on my computer already.... a true sign I need to look through my library more often.

Pic via jaredswafford
Twenty-Two Fourteen - The Album leaf

I have loved The Album Leaf for quite some time now. I think I knew I loved them when I watched a short documentary of them... on some channel (not really sure)
I guess I enjoy most of the songs but this one sticks with me. It's a song that get me thinking on a long walk. It never gets old.

Armistice - Phoenix

Well at first gander I did not enjoy this band. With encouragement from a friend I gave them another chance on their new album, Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix. I am really enjoying it. Maybe they got better. It's also possible I was listening to "short-lived British hard-rock band." ahaha.

Songs of The Day

2009-05-27T17:17:00.000-07:00

Ok so today is all about the women... and a man.

1st song:

Relator by Pete Yorn & Scarlett Johansson

I know you may all be a little skeptical of Scarlett but you should really give this song a try. I am really diggin' it and it feels like a great summer song. It also gives the vibe of an older sound, which is something I admire.

2nd sond:

Back of The Van by Ladyhawke

I just started getting into her. I think she is great and I love her voice. This song is kind of electronic with a good drum beat. It kind of reminds me of an 80's era song with some of the synth in there but in a good way.

Last song (and you will definitely be skeptical of this one)

Ladies Choice - Mandy Moore

So the other day my ipod was on shuffle and this song came up, I almost skipped it but I got distracted. I kept listening and realized that I actually kinda of liked the song. I guess it was a lesson on judging a book by its cover. Ironically Mandy's new cd came out that day and I decided to have a gander and that one is pretty good so far. I love that she is really trying to break away from her prior image and really getting into the process of creating art through music. MAD PROPS!

Songs of The Day

2009-05-26T18:00:00.000-07:00

Sorry, I know I am a couple days short. I lost my list of songs I wanted to talk about, but they are found! Gee Wiz!
Before I get to them I just want to say that I am on a new music binge! (my favorite kind of binge) This binge includes the NEW Grizzly Bear so look out for a review of that one later on.

Alright... ONWARD!

First song is a cover:

... Maps covered by Rogue Wave from the album Sweethearts.

Now I will tell you up front that I like the Yeah Yeah Yeah's original better but this is a refreshing twist on an amazing song. I also love Rogue Wave so I don't think you can go wrong. Also the whole Sweethearts album was kind of a letdown for me so my mood was lightened when this gem floated into my eardrums.

Second song is:

Looks Like Rain by Friendly Fires

I just heard this song today! I am already in love with it. I like this band and have high hopes for them.

and finally:

Into the Fire by Thirteen Senses

I heard this song on Grey's Anatomy___ It was on the Pilot episode I believe. I have since attained many of their songs and think they are a lovely group with promise! They kind of remind me of The Fray I guess... or one of those type of bands. (You know the one's that get their song played on TV shows.)

Yikes!

2009-05-20T22:36:00.000-07:00

new songs!!!

Songs for today: not really that much explanation needed they are just awesome songs you should listen to.

Lightspeed - Matt and Kim

Ghost Under Rocks - Ra Ra Riot

Will You Be There For Me - The Reindeer Section

(couldn't find a good pic :( )

TUNE IN NEXT TIME!!!!!

Song(s) of The Day

2009-05-18T19:01:00.000-07:00

So I was thinking about doing "Song" or "Multiple Songs of The Days"
... something along those lines. I am not completely consistent in keeping
up with this blog but maybe this will keep me in check! :)

Ok so I have three songs for today. Basically how I chose the songs was I had iTunes on "DJ" or whatever and when I noticed a really good song I thought about how I wish I could tell people to listen to them and share the joy with me. Then I remembered I had this music blog for just that purpose! So that is the story of how this idea came about....

First song is:

Sons & Daughters - Broken Social Scene

--- What can I say about this song? Well I love Broken Social Scene so it's hard for me to DISLIKE any of their songs but this one stood out among others today... that's the only explanation I have.

Second song is:

Beach Goth - Wavves

--- This is a newer band for me, I just recently got this album and it has been a fave. I really enjoy this song, I think it is a gem and worth a gander.

Third song is:

Cherbourg - Beirut

--- Zach Condon is a genius. Beirut is one of my favorite bands and this song is genius!! Say genius again....GENIUS GENIUS GENIUS!!!!!!!!

ok there you go lovers of melodic sound, don't weep too much over the beauty these songs will bring you... ;)

This is how I feel today

2009-05-14T12:34:00.001-07:00

via laureola.tumblr.com

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Have this on repeat for the past couple of days (along with St. Vincent's new album Actor)

2009-05-13T17:30:00.001-07:00

via dailyrindblog.com

So I had the EP from Passion Pit and listened to it a couple of times. I thought it was O.K./pretty good. I love Sleepyhead and I was really getting into it. My brother told me about their CD manners and said it was basically awesome. He gave me a copy and I can't stop listening to it. I love most every song except for Fold in Your Hands. (not that I don't like it, I just love the other songs MORE)
Mainly I think it's a good album to just put on and listen to the whole thing and flows really well.
As far a fav's go I am really into "Make Light" and "To Kingdom Come"
So while everyone else is freaking out of the EP, get the good stuff instead, it has your fav's plus more!!!

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Guilty Pleasure

2009-05-13T12:19:00.001-07:00

Ok I don't really believe in Guilty Pleasure but I know this isn't the most genius piece of song-writing and some of you are gonna hate on me for liking it but I DON"T CARE

Good Girls Go Bad - Cobra Starship feat. Leighton Meester

I am a huge fan of this song, it's got a great beat and it makes me want to dance! (all the ingredients of a good pop song)
It's my new workout song which is good cause I can always use motivation to work out!! If you are looking for some fun summer tunes or just something to dance to then you should check out this song!!

I'm not anything

2009-05-11T22:53:00.001-07:00

via last.fm

My new fav!!! St. Vincent aka Annie Clark. I loved Now, now from her previous album. This caused me to purchase her new album, Actor, on vinyl. It is living up to the high standards I set for it. She has a beautiful voice and is a great musician as well as song-writer. The album also came with a free digital download so I never have to stop listening to it!!!!
A+

Listen to: Black Rainbow, Actor Out of Work, The Bed.... actually just listen to the whole thing, you won't regret it!

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What did I say?!

2009-05-05T22:57:00.001-07:00

Passion Pit is going to be the next big thing!!!
John Mayerjust blogged about it!
Yes!!! I love when I am right... :)

waste of cows can be turned into energy

2009-05-01T13:30:00.000-07:00

In the most boring class ever, people are getting up and leaving... I will stay because I want to waste time...20 min to write about music.
Music lateley... let's see. So I randomly decided to listen to Passion Pit yesterday or the day before and now I am noticing all these people listening to them. On Hipsterrunoff, I read about how they are the new Animal Collective. Coincidence? It's so weird how things happen like that.

The Water: A new short film directed by Kevin Drew - News

2009-04-14T22:29:00.001-07:00

via ifc.com

WATCH THIS!

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Failure - Laura Marling Cover

2009-04-14T16:39:00.001-07:00

via youtube.com

Love me some Kina Grannis. Seriously though, she is amazing. If you haven't checked her out, do so. Also everyone tell your friends how great she is, she deserves more credit than she gets!

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When I get to the bottom I go back to the top of the slide

2009-04-01T15:40:00.000-07:00

Spent today rediscovering The Beatles (music wise). They are tied for favorite band and have literally changed my life as I am sure they have done for countless others. Abbey Road was the first album I ever owned. I received it as a christmas present when I was five. The first play I was in we got to sing "Octopus's Garden" and it made my night. My family also has the tradition of singing and playing "Birthday". Everytime I hear someone say "number 9" I smile to myself (sometimes I will repeat it back as a reflex). I have so many memories that have involved their glorious music and this is why I had to get my praise out into the world via my music blog.
I don't really have any songs I dislike by them but my favorite albums are Revolver, Abbey Road, & The White Album. Sgt. Peppers is pretty trippy so I like that one too.

Songs I am really into right now are Helter Skelter, She Said She Said, USSR, When I'm Sixty-four & I Want You (She's So Heavy)

Watching Juno

2009-03-29T23:09:00.001-07:00

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Juno always cheers me up when I am down. There are so many things I love about the movie. I love this comic, the pregnant yuki who happens to be a super-hero. I love Michael Cera and all the other actors... it's really such a great cast overall. I mean...ALISON JANNEY, J.K. Simmons, Rainn Wilson, Jason Bateman.
Third of all the music is fantastic, it fits the film really well and just adds another amazing character.
I love the script and oddly I feel really connected to it though my life is nothing like this movie.
so like, go watch this movie now k

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My New Favorite Music Site

2009-03-08T12:59:00.001-07:00

music is my air,
so i'm breathing all the time
the beat of six one
- neekay30

via thesixtyone.com

I haven't got much of a chance to totally check it out yet but I can tell it's going to be awesome.

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Daylight Savings

2009-03-08T12:44:00.001-07:00

via flickr.com

This photo reminds me that spring is on the way. Daylight savings was last night and that makes it more official I guess.
Also you should listen to Another Saturday by Stuart Murdoch because that also reminds me of spring.

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La descente

2009-03-07T21:46:00.001-08:00

La descente, originally uploaded by soleitude.

So I just bought Dark Is The Night, which is a compilation album which ALL net proceeds go to AIDS prevention and awareness. You should buy it for that reason alone, but you will be pleasantly surprised that this is in fact probably the best compilation c.d. in history. This two-disc set is already a fav of mine and I haven't even listened to the entire thing yet. I love love love the Feist & Ben Gibbard diddy, Train Song. (last.fm users be wary that you must have it titled AND not &, also the Jose Gonzales song auto corrects to use symbols for some reason). I also love the Bon Iver song, Brackett W9. I HIGHLY reccomend this one and I am not even finished with the first cd.
ps I also got the new Neko Case cd but haven't got a chance to listen to it yet.
also I found out her dad thought up her name when he was high... FF

I want to go to Paris

I am such a fan

2009-03-07T21:03:00.001-08:00

of Dark Was The Night

so far... Feist & Ben Gibbard = Best musical collaboration ever?

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These Songs Have Sucked Me In:

2009-02-26T10:51:00.000-08:00

Walcott - Vampire Weekend
Arms - Seabear
Obsessed With You - The Orion Experience
If U Seek Amy - Britney Spears
Walking On a Dream - Empire of The Sun
Pokerface - Lady GaGa
Help, I'm Alive- Metric (anything by Metric really)

So all of these songs are pretty up-tempo and all have a happy vibe about them, I guess it's reflective of my mood lately. Many of them are pretty sugary but never-the-less instantly put you in a good mood. Also three of these songs played in a row when I was shopping at Forever 21 so there is a little weirdness to think about.
That reminds me... I need to download Black Kids - I'm Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How to Dance (or whatever it's called)

Can't get enough

2009-02-20T15:10:00.000-08:00

You have to listen to this if you haven't all ready...

The I'm Not There soundtrack is amazing. I mean, yeah it's a bunch of covers but they are all great and they chose some great artists to capture the Bob Dylan sound while remaining true to themselves but more importantly to create a sound that would enhance the movie to its fullest.
So my favorite song of the bunch is Goin' to Acupulco - Jim James & Calexico
It's amazing. The vocals are so clear, I just can't get enough of it.

So go listen to the album and let me know what you think... and while you're at, it go see the movie, it's just as amazing.

Drop Your Pants

2009-02-15T23:35:00.000-08:00

Do you love cool indie tunes... do you also love free stuff? Well then you will love this free playlist I found! (happy birthday... or whatever)

Enjoy!!!

Also I picked up the Lily Allen album today!
Finally!
I love it so far. I had previewed it on iTunes a dozen and a half times so I knew I was going to enjoy
it. So far my fav track is Fuck You.
I don't know what it is about her, maybe the fact that she likes to break the rules, she says whatever is on her mind
she genuinely loves what she does, but she has got me hooked.

An American Doll

2009-02-12T18:03:00.001-08:00

There are few reviews I was going to talk about, but there is something that has been bugging me
and I need to write about it so that people can think about it for a second. Ok so you might want
to know what the hell I am talking about.
First of all I don't believe in guilty pleasure music. I don't think you should have to feel guilty for
listening to music. If you like something THEN LISTEN TO IT!!!!! All I ask of people is that they have an
open mind and explore beyond the radio. It goes both ways. There are people who only listen
to obscure music and look down upon people who listen to pop or whatever they deem "not good"
I think people need to chill out and just LOVE music. Don't discriminate, don't stereotype!

Ok now that, that is out of the way I wanted to talk about something many of you might judge me for.
It's Britney Spears. I know she's crazy but so are a lot of other musicians.
I think people need to jump off there high horse and look at the facts.
She makes good DANCE music. The lyrics might not be fanciful poems of the subconscious, but SO WHAT.
Maybe some people can't get over he "baby one more time" phase but if you took a look at her last two albums
you would see that they have great dance beats and they make me want to dance more than anything else.
I know there are a lot of people who agree in secret. LET YOUR SECRET OUT!
Britney's music is some of the best Dance/Pop out there, don't let your own snobbery get the best of you
cause if you do you will truly be missing out.

Grammy Fail

2009-02-09T01:19:00.001-08:00

.R.I.P. 2002, originally uploaded by .morgan nov elate.

Alison Krauss & Robert Plant... sorry but I don't understand this.
I am proud of John Mayer for Best Male Vocal, and also Best Male Rock Vocal.
Performances were kind of boring and too many old songs were used.
Introductions or any talking for that matter was excruciating to watch.
Oh well, I guess I wasn't expecting much more anyway.

These Animals have more to offer than just a trippy album cover

2009-02-02T18:02:00.000-08:00

Wow this group is one of the most creative I have experienced in a long time.
I have only listened to the whole thing once so I can't say a WHOLE lot on the new album.
Daily Routine caught my attention, actually most of the second half caught my attention.
I can't wait to stare at the cover and listen to them for hours.
I'm not but if I were a stoner I would be obsessed without even pressing play.

On a side note I am currently watching season 4 of the O.C. on dvd.
In the last episode I watched they played a remake of R.E.M.'s Orange Crush.
It was by Editors and I think it's pretty great so check it out :)

So much greatness in a short amount of time.

2009-01-27T20:32:00.000-08:00

So basically I have been living in a very dark cave when it comes to the music world.
I just discovered how great Andrew Bird really is. So it's not like I had never heard of Andrew Bird ok, I am not THAT lame. Of course I heard of him, from many people, and so I decided to download some of his stuff awhile ago. I was only able to download three songs and I just discovered they are from very old albums... Like 2003 status and so forth.
I soon forgot about him and kind of gave up.
Then in december this last year a friend insisted that Armchair Apocrypha was amazing so I put it on my list of things to check out among other things, kind of in the back of my mind.
It wasn't until last night that I finally found a copy.
Basically I have been listening to it constantly and truly love it. I love the whistling. I heard he does it constantly... like in life haha.
My favorite songs off the album so far are
Imitosis
Heretics

But I think most all of them are great and now I plan on purchasing Noble Beast because I hear it's just as awesome.

I just started checking out Animal Collective's new album and I will have more on that later when I have listened to the whole thing a few times.

Oh and also up next time She & Him!!!!
and Lykke Li
and Hood Internet haha

Finally!

2009-01-09T14:37:00.000-08:00

After see TV on The Radio - Dear Science being at the top of everyone's favorite album list and after various people telling me to check it out... I finally have it.
I am not disappointed so far. It's hard to tell if I love it yet. I already had the song Crying so that is my favorite song on the album so far. I was talking with someone about how different each song sounds from the nest. It really is a diverse album that fits well together. It's also creative and kind of funky at times.
I do have a reason for not listening to this bad until now. The name of the band is what mostly put me off at first...not unlike My Morning Jacket. Both of these band names made me think of whiney bitch pop-rock (a-la FOB or My Chemical Romance) ....not that I have anything against those bands really, I just don't really enjoy that genre much.
Also I don't just start listening to a band just because it's on a magazine's top album list... Then suddenly it was in every music magazine's top album lists and it was at the number one spot for most of them. This made me think I should check it out, and also cause a friend, who has great taste in music, said it was amazing so I finally got the hint and do not regret one bit spending the afternoon listening to it.
So I recommend:
DLZ
Crying

Celebrity Playlists

2009-01-02T15:15:00.000-08:00

So iTunes does this thing where every week or every other week they have a celebrity or two share a playlist with people that you can download as a cd or check out individual songs. Sometimes the person will go in great detail and sometimes I think they have someone do it for them. Well this week Kate Hudson made a playlist that I was pleasantly surprised by. It's actually pretty good and thought out. She isn't picking songs that promote herself or one of her movies. (with the exception of her ex-husbands band , which doesn't seem as bad to me).
She does have a new movie coming out so that's why they picked her but the songs themselves seem like songs she genuinly likes.
I could be wrong....
The first song is Arcade Fire which is a solid choice and made me actually read her comments, which were more than one word sentences. I really appreciate people who take the time to think about songs they really love and be honest about and it and want to share great music with people.
The one thing that sucked about her playlist was it didn't really provide any NEW music I haven't heard of but that's ok.
... and it doesn't hurt if they enjoy the same kind of music I do. :)

So here is Kate's list...

1. Arcade Fire - Keep The Car Running
2. Coldplay - The Scientist
3. Bob Dylan Simple Twist of Fate (Live)
4. Bon Iver - Skinny Love
5. Neil Young - Pardon My Heart
6. All I Need - Radiohead
7. U2 - All I Want Is You
8. Faces - Glad and Sorry
9. MGMT - Time to Pretend
10. Bend Folds - You Don't Know Me (feat. Regina Spektor)
11. The Black Crowes - Title Song (Live)
12. Jack Johnson - Supposed to Be

it's christmas eve!!!!!

2008-12-24T02:22:00.000-08:00

Ok so in spirit of christmas and christmas eve I am giving you a list of my favorite christmas songs. (in no particular order)

1. auld lang syne - by pretty much anyone
2. White Christmas - By the drifters
3. All I Want For Christmas (is you) - Mariah Carey
4. ANY AMY GRANT CHRISTMAS SONG, but I love .. Grown Up Christmas List, and there is a lullaby on one of her newer albums that I really like.
5. Fairytale of New York - KT Tunstall
6. What Christmas Means to Me - Hanson
7. Winter Song - Ingrid Michaelson & Sara Bareilles
8. Blue Christmas - Elvis
9. Christmas (baby please come home) - Death Cab for Cutie
10. Step Into Christmas - Elton John
11. Baby, It's Cold Outside - Zooey Deschanel & Leon Redbone
12. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays - *NSYNC
13. The Christmas Song - Stevie Wonder
14. Carol Of The Meows - Guster (this one is pretty nerdy but I LOVE IT haha)

My Opinion of Grammy Nominations

2008-12-21T21:14:00.000-08:00

MY PICKS AND OPINIONS FOR THE 2008 GRAMMYS

Category 1
Record Of The Year
(Award to the Artist and to the Producer(s), Recording Engineer(s) and/or Mixer(s), if other than the artist.)

Chasing Pavements - Adele: Deserves it, she has a great voice and this song reminds me of Amy Winehouse without the drugs.

Viva La Vida - Coldplay: I love Coldplay but with all the controversy over this song I don't think it will win. Also it isn't the best song on the album.

Bleeding Love - Leona Lewis: I think people hyped her up too much. She was practically spoon fed too us. I think people are already sick of her unoriginal song... then again it's pop fans we are talking about.

Paper Planes - M.I.A: My pick, I had this cd forever before discovering I loved this song. It's original without being pretentious. It's fun AND well-constructed.

Please Read The Letter - Robert Plant & Alison Krauss: blah, this is on the list to make the Grammy's look like they care about more than just pop (when they really don't)

Category 2

Album Of The Year

Viva La Vida Or Death And All His Friends - Coldplay: Wouldn't mind if they won

Tha Carter III - Lil Wayne: I Really don't get it

Year Of The Gentleman Ne-Yo: Great songwriter....not sure about album of the year

Raising Sand - Robert Plant & Alison Krauss
whatever

In Rainbows- Radiohead: overrated

Category 3

Song Of The Year

American Boy
- this song grew on me

Chasing Pavements
love it

I'm Yours
Jason is my fav.. even though this song came out forever ago

Love Song
My Pick, I could not get enough of this song.

Viva La Vida
sorry coldplay....you stole this song

Category 4

Best New Artist
(For a new artist who releases, during the Eligibility Year, the first recording which establishes the public identity of that artist.)

Adele
sure

Duffy
hell no...I cannot stand her voice

Jonas Brothers
Yes Please

Lady Antebellum
never heard them

Jazmine Sullivan
who?

Field 1 — Pop

Category 5

Best Female Pop Vocal Performance
(For a solo vocal performance. Singles or Tracks only.)

Chasing Pavements - Adele (good)

Love Song- Sara Bareilles (better)

Mercy - Duffy (no)

Bleeding Love- Leona Lewis (no)

I Kissed A Girl- Katy Perry (sure)

So What- Pink (no)

where is ingrid michaelson... her voice is rediculous

Category 6

Best Male Pop Vocal Performance
(For a solo vocal performance. Singles or Tracks only.)

All Summer Long
Kid Rock
hahahahahahaha

Say- John Mayer:
love john but this song is boring.

That Was Me - Paul McCartney:
Not getting better with age

I'm Yours- Jason Mraz:
best male voice

Closer - Ne-Yo:
voice? not the best

Wichita Lineman - James Taylor:
good voice but I think jason deserves it

Category 7

Best Pop Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocals
(For established duos or groups, with vocals. Singles or Tracks only.)

Viva La Vida
Coldplay
ho hum chris martins voice is not so great live

Waiting In The Weeds
Eagles
haven't heard it

Going On
Gnarls Barkley
GREAT LOVE IT

Won't Go Home Without You
Maroon 5
pretty good

Apologize
OneRepublic
NONONONONONONONONONONO
hate this song

Category 8

Best Pop Collaboration With Vocals
(For a collaborative performance, with vocals, by artists who do not normally perform together. Singles or Tracks only.)

Lesson Learned- Alicia Keys & John Mayer
good... I changed my mind and picked this one.

4 Minutes- Madonna, Justin Timberlake & Timbaland
good

Rich Woman- Robert Plant & Alison Krauss
not a fan

If I Never See Your Face Again- Rihanna & Maroon 5
no

No Air- Jordin Sparks & Chris Brown
Track from: Jordin Sparks
ok song but not the BEST

Category 15
Best Solo Rock Vocal Performance
(For a solo vocal performance. Singles or Tracks only.)

Gravity- John Mayer
YEEESSS I LOVE this song, it is so good. Everything about it.

I Saw Her Standing There- Paul McCartney
mmm?

Girls In Their Summer Clothes- Bruce Springsteen
no

Rise- Eddie Vedder
haven't heard it

No Hidden Path- Neil Young
no

Category 16
Best Rock Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocals
(For duo, group or collaborative performances, with vocals. Singles or Tracks only.)

Rock N Roll Train- AC/DC
no

Violet Hill- Coldplay
yes

Long Road Out Of Eden- Eagles
no

Sex On Fire- Kings Of Leon
yes

House Of Cards- Radiohead
yes

Category 20

Best Rock Song
(A Songwriter(s) Award. Includes Rock, Hard Rock & Metal songs. For Song Eligibility Guidelines see Category #3. (Artist names appear in parentheses.) Singles or Tracks only.)

Girls In Their Summer Clothes
Bruce Springsteen, songwriter (Bruce Springsteen)
eeeww

House Of Cards
radiohead is overrated but I really like this song

I Will Possess Your Heart
Benjamin Gibbard, Nicholas Harmer, Jason McGerr & Christopher Walla, songwriters (Death Cab For Cutie)
YEEEEEEEEES
death cab needs more grammys or some

Sex On Fire
Caleb Followill, Jared Followill, Matthew Followill & Nathan Followill, songwriters (Kings Of Leon)
they are such a great band

Violet Hill
Guy Berryman, Jonny Buckland, Will Champion & Chris Martin, songwriters (Coldplay)
ok so any of these songs I will be happy if they win (even though it should be death cab)

Category 22 (BEST CATEGORY)

Best Alternative Music Album
(Vocal or Instrumental.)

Modern Guilt - Beck
so good

Narrow Stairs - Death Cab For Cutie
the best

The Odd Couple - Gnarls Barkley
very good

Evil Urges - My Morning Jacket
haven't heard it but I heard it amazing

In Rainbows - Radiohead
overrated

SO those are my opinion on the main groups of the grammys
...it's better than last year I guess

If I made an iTunes celeb playlist right this second....

2008-11-26T14:13:00.000-08:00

1. Will You Return - The Avett Brothers
2. Look Up - Stars
3. Blue Mind - Alexi Murdoch
4. Lonelily - Damien Rice
5. Moondance - Van Morrison
6. All That I Want - The Weepies
7. Mama Said There'd Be Days Like This - The Shirelles
8. Dancing In The Moonlight - King Harvest
9. Click Click Click Click - Bishop Allen
10. Paranoia in B-Flat Major - The Avett Brothers
11. Super Massive Black Hole - Muse
12. Sandcastle Disco - Solange
13. Little Toy Gun - HoneyHoney
14. After Hours - We Are Scientists
15. Does This Mean You're Moving On - The Airborne Toxic Event
16. Lovers In Japan - Coldplay

Influenced By Something More Than This

2008-11-14T13:28:00.000-08:00

“If music be the food of love, play on; give me excess of it, that, surfeiting, the appetite may sicken and so die.”
-Shakespeare

I have been listening to a lot of classical music lately
some classics, some random orchestras, some christmas music...
I have been reading a lot so I can put this on when I read
and not be distracted.

15 days

2008-11-05T21:35:00.000-08:00

So my latest obsession....(in music) Is the Twilight soundtrack.
I was pretty skeptical at first. I mean really skeptical but it has definitely grown on me.
I was kind of mad though because I bought it at borders and it turn out
the iTunes version has more songs and it's cheaper.

So my favorite songs from the album so far.... MuteMath- Spotlight (Twilight Mix)
and also the Rob Pattinson song Never Think. I was pleasantly surprised by his
musical abilities. He sounds like an authentic singer/songwriter type.

Some reasons I was hesitant about listening to this was because I don't really listen to people
like linkin park but there song wasn't AS predictable as I thought it would be.

Bella's Lullaby was kind of a dissapointment for me and I think a lot of other people.
It doesn't fit the mood that is captured in the book.
This version seems dark and gloomy.... but not in a sweet "good vampire" type of way
(if that makes any sense).
I heard they asked Rob to write it but he refused. I don't blame him.
A lot of people are mad about of lot of things already. Personally I like their choices
of actors for the movie (for the most part). But I saw the preview before I read the books.

Anyway I think the Soundtrack is worth listening to (maybe more than once)

We’re finally soaking up

2008-10-27T18:31:00.000-07:00

my first blog being 21! How exciting. I love October, I really do and not just because of my birthday. I love the leaves I love the coldER weather, I love drinking hot drinks like pumpkin spice latte's and hot apple cider. It sounds cheesy but I think small things DO matter.
Ok so moving on to music.
wait let me change the song on my itunes so I can get in the mood :)

So my rave for the day.....or week. Pitchfork...you make me sad. First of all I am very confused because everyone loves radiohead SO much. I decide to download... couldn't really get into them. A few months later I read a review of OK computer on pitchfork who gave it a 10.0 (perfect score). I get the cd thinking it will be the most amazing thing my ears have ever listened to. WRONG. Only one song caught my attention really, and that was Electioneering.
Is there something wrong with me or is this band HIGHLY overrated?

ok so onto a much lighter & happier note!

So someone gave me the Nick & Norah soundtrack for my birthday. The movie was cute but the soundtrack made it so worth it. I guess the music was basically a main character. I really like a lot of the tracks but my favorite by far is After Hours by We Are Scientists. I have listened to these guys in the past but this has to be their best song.
"Say That You'll Stay!" So uplifting, heartwarming, makes me tear up. I just want to jump out of my seat and declare my love! The rest of the song just build up to this and is equally makes my heart ache. The lyrics are simple but don't need to be anything more. There is so much emotion behind this song and the lyrics are just there to hint at the bigger picture.
I just love it.

but-but-but-but nothing but the rear bumper's blown

2008-10-06T17:33:00.000-07:00

So I want to talk about the Why? concert I attended on saturday. It was pretty much amazing....I throw that word around a lot but that is because their are a lot of talented musicians out there and I haven't spent much time looking in a thesaurus. How about grand or glorious and sublime and fantastical? I guess... but amazing just feels right.
Anyway I walk through the doors of the venue and it feels pretty empty besides the crowd in the beer garden who I feel was glaring at me knowing I would be joining them in a matter of days (legally).
I wait for about 20 minutes just wandering around, then the lights dim.....a universal signal.
Someone walks onto the rather small stage and starts messing around with mic's. I can't tell if its a guy or girl if I'm being honest. Then I realize it's a woman and she is the first performer. She only said her band name once during her entire act and you could barely hear her. Luckily the next band confirmed her name was Tender Forever. I highly recommend her music. She has an angelic voice and passionate lyrics. She is also quite hilarious and clever. My mind was blown when she got out controller's for her Wii and electronically played the drums.
The next band was not as great. the dj was insane and I could tell he was talented but the "rapper" was just....all wrong.
And for the good part. Why?
oh yes they were what you would expect. INSANE.
I would say that the Hollows was probably the most insane to hear live.
they were also some crazy people who I would never expect to see and then there were definitely some people who I for sure expected to see.
This is getting lazy so Im gonna stop.

The Deepest Grave

2008-09-30T11:07:00.000-07:00

Why can't I just be amazing like Sufjan Stevens...that's what I really want to know. He really gets under your skin and into your soul. It's not a fair fight, he will rip you apart in ways you never thought imaginable, he will also be sneaky about it pretending like it was unintentional...so modest.
I guess what I am trying to say that he is probably the love of my life and I never knew it till now. Although it is impossible to have just one love of your life. There are just to many people to only have one, but still in my book it is pretty prestigious to be one of the loves in somebody's life.

Some other newbies are.....(for me)
Cult Cloud: Great I love them already. They are a really environmental friendly band from Minnesota and very well educated. Also they are great at making music.
Tapes 'n Tapes: I have only heard a few of their songs but they are great so far. They are from Minnesota as well.
Priscilla Ahn: I think I jumped on this train a little late compared to other intense music fans but I think she has a lot of potential and has an amazing voice that I really admire. She reminds me a lot of Ingrid Michaelson which is probably why I like her so much because I love Ingrid so so much.
Which reminds me that Ingrid Michaelson is now on tour with Newton Faulkner I believe. He is also great so that should be an awesome show with some amazin vocals.

I have really been getting into Why? they were recommended by a dear friend and I cannot get over how great they really are. Very creative. I just have to listen Fall of Mr. Fifths every time I think about it. They are also on tour and hopefully I will be attending that show. It's a deal if I ever saw one.

feeling down

2008-09-11T17:52:00.000-07:00

Made with My Cool Signs.Net

I wanted to talk about bumbershoot. It was almost two weeks ago....I can't believe it.
It was amazing.
It was more than the music. It was about being in seattle with really good friends and meeting new people and trying new things and loving every second of it.
Beck was great although he had some technical difficulties. I loved gamma ray.
Ingrid Michaelson was either my fav or second fav....yeah I mean she was amazing, her voice is so good live and she was funny.
I have to say the best was death cab. I am pretty biased because I have seen them three times now and they are pretty much my favorite band. After all those times of seeing them they never cease to amaze me.
I also got to see the weakerthans for the first time ever. They were so good. It made me really nostalgic and fuzzy. They have a great energy and everyone around me was really into it. I definitely recommend seeing them live.
wow, seriously one of the best weekends of my life.

Choosing the perfect ring-tone..

2008-06-08T13:14:00.001-07:00

Picking a ring-tone is very difficult for me.
There are so many good songs out there.
Then there is the dilemma of finding a ring-tone
that is the section of the song that you like the best.
it sounds stupid but I usually end up buying
more than one.
This time I went with:

A-Punk- Vampire Weekend
Shake It - Metro Station
Past In Present - Feist

Should ever we meet on your side of your stereo....

2008-06-01T17:34:00.000-07:00

...I will pretend I know not of your thoughts
And even the way that they mirror my own

Just been having a day full of music.
Going back to some stuff I haven't listened to in awhile (Anna Nalick, Menomena, John Mayer)
Also listening to some new stuff.
I am not really sure of exactly why but I will fall in love with a song that I
think has the most amazing lyrics. I have probably said this
many times but it keeps proving itself over and over again.

"Fall away to the sound of my heart to your beat
Melancholy and cool, kind of bitter sweet
Love on repeat
I'm echoing all your philosophies
And as I fall away to the sound of my heart to your beat
Melancholy and cool, kind of bitter sweet
Love on repeat
I'm echoing all your philosophies"

Not Your Average Bear

2008-05-23T14:38:00.000-07:00

And it rips through the silence of our camp at night
And it rips through the silence, all that is left is all that i hide

Yepp, those are some fantastic Beirut lyrics. I have to say, I like a lot of songs, but I LOVE songs with good lyrics. It just makes them that much better. Beirut is really great. I pretty much love every song I have heard so far. I love blasting it, i wonder if my neighbors think I'm crazy.
Although I don't really care.

I also admire Björk but I haven't heard as many of her songs. So far her newest cd is really powerful. It makes me wonder why women take of their clothes and make shitty "music" when they could be taking off their clothes creating something wonderful like her.
...or they don't even have to take off their clothes haha.

blueberry yogurt

2008-04-15T13:25:00.000-07:00

So I was off the map for awhile but I have gotten back in to discovering new music and listening to a wide variety of things. I have had recommendations from friends and Last.fm (that were actually good). Also I have been paying attention to the music in tv shows. It really fascinates me and I want to know how the process works of picking out songs and who gets that job....because I WANT IT!!!

so here is a little playlist of some of the things I have been listening to lately.
Megan Ouchida (local artist I found on Myspace).
-she has many good songs but my favorite right now is probably "Boys Like You"
Tristan Prettyman - Madly ( I have been listening to her for awhile but I really like this new single).
Panic! At The Disco - Mad As Rabbits (I know I know....Panic? But I really think this album is a huge improvement and a step in the right direction for them)
Okkervil River - I can't believe I JUST started listening to them. They are great, I don't have a favorite song right now, but that is just how good they are.
Phantom Planet - Do The Panic (back when jason schwartzmann was in the band!!!!!! I had no idea....a great ff to share with people).
Newton Faulkner - Dream Catch Me (this one was a recommendation from Last.fm and I love it!)
Kate Voegele - Only Fooling Myself (very pop and catchy but in a good way)
Frightened Rabbit - Grey ( they really impress me, i need to find out how I can get ahold of more of their stuff)

Those are just a few but I could go on forever.....

You belong to me

2008-03-07T17:30:00.000-08:00

Ok time for a musical update.
So Love Song was my favorite over the summer. I went to see Rocco DeLuca and Sara Bareilles opened. After that I bought her cd and have been a fan ever since.
it's really weird that it is only getting famous now. All my friends are like, "have you heard Love Song". I feel like I tried to tell people but they only listen if it is on the radio or mtv.
I'm not one of those people who is like "oh I listened to that first, or I liked them sooooooo long ago" it just makes me mad when people don't care if you recommend something but don't listen and then 6 months later they love the song for goodness sakes.

um anyway.....

SIA is AMAZING!!!!!!
I love all of the below:
*Girl You Lost to Cocaine
*Academia
*Playground
*Soon We'll Be Found
*Buttons

I love the whole cd but those are my faves. That says a lot about the cd. It is highly unusual to have sooo many favorites.

Belle & Sebastian

2008-02-25T15:25:00.000-08:00

is it my imagination or does Belle & Sebastian sound like (nick drake/ jens lekman?)

I always think when they are played on shuffle that it's nick drake. Maybe i'm crazy.

Keen on SIA

2008-02-17T23:09:00.000-08:00

Well I guess music wise I have exciting news or this week. Tues. I am going to see SIA. I am very excited. It was a valentines gift. I have been listening to her new stuff a lot lately and it is great stuff let me tell you. I like a lot of the songs but I guess my Favorites would have to be, Day Too Soon, & The Girl You Lost to Cocaine. Those are pretty great.

I guess on another subject, something I like to do in my spare time is look up celebrity playlists on iTunes. Today I was mostly Looking at Michael Cera's. I am fascinated by him because he is on my favorite show and in one of my favorite movies this year.
His music taste is just as fascinating. A good variety of indie stuff but weird stuff like a guy talking in his sleep. Not to mention Sonny & Cher. I am very interested in what other people listen to, more specifically what people's favorite songs are.

so if you read this feel free to comment and tell me some of your fav's.

Looking at them look at me looking at them

2008-02-04T22:28:00.000-08:00

playlist for Monday February 4th

The Lighthouse - Interpol
Maggie Mae- The Beatles
Nobody Till Somebody... - Dean Martin
Hunk of Burning Love - Elvis Presley
Look Up - Stars
Cecelia - Simon & Garfunkel
Psalm For The Elks Lodge Last - The Weakerthans

Trying to calm myself down by blogging.

2008-02-01T16:24:00.001-08:00

Some great songs I love right now.
Maps-Yeah Yeah Yeah's
Me, My Yoke - Damien Rice
We Get On - Kate Nash
Doctor Blind - Emily Haines & The Soft Skeleton
Sea of Love - Cat Power

man these are good.

I've got favorite purses

2008-01-20T20:34:00.000-08:00

Two new cd's
Kate Nash - Made of Bricks
Sia - Some People Have Real Problems

So far they are both full of feeling, I have no regrets.
The Sia album was an impulse buy and a very good one. I have loved her for like a year and half or something so I knew it couldn't be horrible.
I have wanted the Kate Nash cd ever since the first time I heard Merry Happy (which was a very long time ago). When I first bought it I was worried with the lack of lyrics in "Play" and the somewhat hilarious lyrics of "Dickhead". I wasn't even sure if she was being serious or trying to funny or maybe both.
Now I don't care because the cd as a whole is great.
I am looking forward to being thoroughly addicted.

songs to listen to:

Kate Nash, Mouthwash
Sia, Playground

What Can I Say?

2008-01-14T22:25:00.000-08:00

Do any of you have secret songs?
Or I guess secrets.
I have a lot of secrets, but I have some secret songs too.
You know like a song that always reminds you of something but nobody else knows.
One of my secret songs is What Can I Say by Brandi Carlile.
I have mentioned that song in this blog before.
I don't know, I have discovered that I like having secrets. From EVERYONE. Not like a secret only the closest people to you know, or even some random person knows...I'm talking about secrets only YOU know.
I guess it's kind of like that post secret thing but not as drastic or I guess it could be.
Anyway, I want to listen to this song forever because it is both good and reminds me of my secret.

Bigger Than My Body Gives Me Credit For

2008-01-13T18:34:00.000-08:00

I have very recently started back into the cycle of listening to John Mayer. (recent meaning today).
I sometimes question if he is really my favorite artist....then I listen to his music and wonder why I ever had any doubts.
He is really great. I have so many favorites (songs). Also I like how he has a sense of humor. I know that you shouldn't get caught up in celebrities and how you think you know what their personality is like, but from what I can tell he HAS to have something more than the others.
I guess I will never really know so for now I will just listen.

some songs I am really into right now.

1. Come Back to Bed
2. Home Life
3. Split Screen Sadness
4. Slow Dancing in A Burning Room (from the Village Sessions)
5. Something's Missing

....and so many more

I think we look like the rest.

2008-01-07T18:07:00.001-08:00

Well I am trying to keep up in the new year.
So here is a list of faves for the month of january so far.
(albums)

In no particular order
1. Broken Social Scene presents Kevin Drew - Spirit if...
2. Menomena - Friend and Foe
3. Matt Nathanson - At The Point
4. Cat Power - Moon Pix

I'd like to thank you for the year...

2007-12-22T01:30:00.001-08:00

We can watch the snow fall forever and ever.

I have a theory

2007-12-19T03:18:00.000-08:00

that if you act like you know everything about music, or act like a music snob.......people will eventually listen to you. I promise to try my hardest NOT to become one of those people who just talk for the sake of being listened to. I really care about music and I want to be as honest as possible in my opinions or others opinions and also truths.

p.s. The KT Tunstall song I love turns out to be one of the biggest christmas songs in the UK and I had no clue. It's just another bit of knowledge that makes me realize how little knowledge I have.
The BBC also censored the beloved song for using the term "faggot".
the BBC never sensors anything, so to start here baffles me.
It seems as if political correctness will someday take over the world.

Sleigh Ride

2007-12-18T11:37:00.000-08:00

christmas is knocking at all of our doors.
the crisp wind is hitting our faces reminding us of the warm fireplaces waiting patiently for us in our homes.
The familiar sounds giving us that fuzzy feeling.
All of these things are part of the tradition, but every once in awhile we come across something new.
I have recently discovered KT Tunstall's Christmas cd.
There are many traditional songs but there is one song that is original and I know I will be listening to it every year to come.
It is named "Fairytale Of New York".
I am in love with it.