(never mind the last post, got lots of meds and now, despite feeling very drugged up, I'm okay)
I just found The Maine, through iTunes, which I'm a little ashamed of....
They're fitting int to my new emo-relationship genre (which I just made up). But no, in all seriousness, I've liked what I've heard so far.
A lot like All American Rejects (but don't let that put you off!) and I'm really liking their sound. thought I should just let everyone know to check them out (this isn't really a review).
They're not terribly original, but I do love the lyrics to Everything I Ask For. Umm so take a look, somewhat of interest as of the moment.
Night all!
Peace
Friday, July 11, 2008
Thursday, July 10, 2008
The Apples In Stereo
They're a Denver based band, and formed in 1993 (or so Myspace says (sub parenthesis: I know, I need better sources)).
They're self-described "sunny rock" and indie. Which I have no complaints over. Thats pretty right on. Of what I've heard so far, they're sort of real life background music. Repetitive and what I would call "floaty." Its a lot like Explosions in the Sky, only less musical and with words.
I suggest 'Her Pretty Face,' which I've just noticed has the genre title - porn groove. Okay, I could see that. It could make it as a sexy song I suppose. I don't watch enough porn to recognize it though...
And I literally just heard 'Strawberry Fire,' in fact, its still playing. And I love it. Its very lyrically strong. And now as it plays, nice weird-sounding guitar at the end. Take a listen my friends.
And now I'm hearing 7 Stars! I should really hear all the tracks before blogging it... oh well, this is more exciting, right?! This is a clearer, more vocally-strong song. I'm liking Robert Schneider versatile voice. it sounds a bit different every time.
Over all I'm giving them a 7 out of 10.
Cute, funky sound, easy listen, like some very cool elevator music, something that would make the sound track of my memoir film.
Check them out, what do you think?
I need to find some non-indie music, I know. I think I'll be doing some Latin music next. I have a Shakira weakness (you know you love her too).
Peace.
They're self-described "sunny rock" and indie. Which I have no complaints over. Thats pretty right on. Of what I've heard so far, they're sort of real life background music. Repetitive and what I would call "floaty." Its a lot like Explosions in the Sky, only less musical and with words.
I suggest 'Her Pretty Face,' which I've just noticed has the genre title - porn groove. Okay, I could see that. It could make it as a sexy song I suppose. I don't watch enough porn to recognize it though...
And I literally just heard 'Strawberry Fire,' in fact, its still playing. And I love it. Its very lyrically strong. And now as it plays, nice weird-sounding guitar at the end. Take a listen my friends.
And now I'm hearing 7 Stars! I should really hear all the tracks before blogging it... oh well, this is more exciting, right?! This is a clearer, more vocally-strong song. I'm liking Robert Schneider versatile voice. it sounds a bit different every time.
Over all I'm giving them a 7 out of 10.
Cute, funky sound, easy listen, like some very cool elevator music, something that would make the sound track of my memoir film.
Check them out, what do you think?
I need to find some non-indie music, I know. I think I'll be doing some Latin music next. I have a Shakira weakness (you know you love her too).
Peace.
So Not Like Me.....
It pains me to say that I'm deeply intrigued by that song, Soulja Boy. I know! Forgive me. All that dance/hip hop/pop/rap crap I really can't stand, but that song is such an easy listen.
Just like Sandstorm by Benny Benassi (which I'm not ashamed to love!) the repetitive, deep-bass, rhythmic, beat is something I must give some credit to. While the lyrics are as annoyingly misogynistic as other music of this genre, I can over look "superman dat hoe" (find it on urbandictionary.com, I was offended too) for something I really can't help but dance to. And that silly dance they've made up for it is so much fun to watch!
I can put down my snobby indie-rock ideals for a moment to enjoy the little bit of entertainment I can derive from the hip hop/rap (I don't even know what to call it) genre.
Alright, give me ten minutes while i find a real artist/band to comment on. Forgive my infidelity as I delved into "the wrong side" of music.
Peace
Just like Sandstorm by Benny Benassi (which I'm not ashamed to love!) the repetitive, deep-bass, rhythmic, beat is something I must give some credit to. While the lyrics are as annoyingly misogynistic as other music of this genre, I can over look "superman dat hoe" (find it on urbandictionary.com, I was offended too) for something I really can't help but dance to. And that silly dance they've made up for it is so much fun to watch!
I can put down my snobby indie-rock ideals for a moment to enjoy the little bit of entertainment I can derive from the hip hop/rap (I don't even know what to call it) genre.
Alright, give me ten minutes while i find a real artist/band to comment on. Forgive my infidelity as I delved into "the wrong side" of music.
Peace
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Red Hot
I'm listening to Scar Tissue by Red Hot Chili Peppers at the moment.
Some songs make me really want to know what happened to the writer/singer/artists who made it. What is this song about? What were they thinking and feeling while making it?
I'm not a musician but I write a lot, and I know that the emotions I have and the events around me are just as powerful and what I've written down, and add to the meaning of any work.
Was there a book written about RHCP? Or maybe just the singer. I thought I saw it somewhere, I'll check it out.
Peace.
Some songs make me really want to know what happened to the writer/singer/artists who made it. What is this song about? What were they thinking and feeling while making it?
I'm not a musician but I write a lot, and I know that the emotions I have and the events around me are just as powerful and what I've written down, and add to the meaning of any work.
Was there a book written about RHCP? Or maybe just the singer. I thought I saw it somewhere, I'll check it out.
Peace.
Another Thing!
Listening to this song by Wolf Parade "I'll Believe In Anything" and I'm falling slowly and hopelessly in love. I feel an abusive relationship forming between myself and these guys from Canada. Oh my.
My Gosh!
I got my first comment! Thanks Jamon.
Anyway, I took a look at Wolf Parade (band from Montreal I believe...) and indeed they were very Vampire Weekend-esque. I really enjoyed them.
A little less polished than VW, I found they were more like Modest Mouse. But definitely, everyone who bothers to read what I say, check them out.
Wolf Parade is also a bit like Sunny Day Real Estate. Whose sort of the original 'emo.' But what emo was when they made it is worlds from what it is today. So check them out too.
Alright, also if you want to read more of me or want to talk a bit or stalk me or whatever, here's my main blog where i ramble and bore you with details of my life and deep dark corners of my mind. Zoe is an island indeed. Go ahead and ignore all the posts about my ex boyfriend and what not. Everything besides that i find relevant in some way to others.
Thanks for the comments and views everyone.
Peace.
Anyway, I took a look at Wolf Parade (band from Montreal I believe...) and indeed they were very Vampire Weekend-esque. I really enjoyed them.
A little less polished than VW, I found they were more like Modest Mouse. But definitely, everyone who bothers to read what I say, check them out.
Wolf Parade is also a bit like Sunny Day Real Estate. Whose sort of the original 'emo.' But what emo was when they made it is worlds from what it is today. So check them out too.
Alright, also if you want to read more of me or want to talk a bit or stalk me or whatever, here's my main blog where i ramble and bore you with details of my life and deep dark corners of my mind. Zoe is an island indeed. Go ahead and ignore all the posts about my ex boyfriend and what not. Everything besides that i find relevant in some way to others.
Thanks for the comments and views everyone.
Peace.
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Vampire Weekend
I really love these guys!
I went to one of their free Central Park concerts a few weeks ago, (and got drenched on twice) and it was amazing!
They've got a really new sound, I really couldn't compare them to anyone else I've heard. Much of their first album is upbeat, fast moving.... Its like indie-rock music thats a great listen, but its also nearly dance music.
A friend told me that a few months ago they opened for some other band (don't remember who) and they got booed off stage, but then a month later they performed again and everyone loved them all of a sudden. America is fickle, alas.
Anyway, so their pretty new. I love them, the concert was great. They sound amazing live, just as good as the recording.
Go see them! Or take a listen!
--Peace
I went to one of their free Central Park concerts a few weeks ago, (and got drenched on twice) and it was amazing!
They've got a really new sound, I really couldn't compare them to anyone else I've heard. Much of their first album is upbeat, fast moving.... Its like indie-rock music thats a great listen, but its also nearly dance music.
A friend told me that a few months ago they opened for some other band (don't remember who) and they got booed off stage, but then a month later they performed again and everyone loved them all of a sudden. America is fickle, alas.
Anyway, so their pretty new. I love them, the concert was great. They sound amazing live, just as good as the recording.
Go see them! Or take a listen!
--Peace
How Do I Know You Don't Have Shit Taste?
This is how! Look at my list of bands/artists I like. They're awesome!
Well obviously I think I have good taste in music, because its all things I like. If you disagree...well sorry, I guess I do have bad taste. So go away! I dont need you're acceptance! (But really, I do. So hope you agree with some of these!)
Audioslave
Coldplay
Scouting For Girls
Tom Petty
The Fratellis
Apples In Stereo
Aqualung
Beck
Pink Floyd
Marroon 5
Dashboard Confessional
Cat Power
Cat Stevens
Fall Out Boy
Soundgarden
Augustana
Incubus
Sublime
James Blunt
Explosions In The Sky
Chikita Violenta
U2
The Beatles (but duh)
Foo Fighters
Modest Mouse
Guster
Linkin Park (sometimes)
Jack Johnson
Oasis
Johnny Cash
The Killers
Lilly Allen
Smashing Pumpkins
Cream
Vampire Weekend
Gosh this is exhausting. Ummm I hope you're getting the idea.
So to occupy myself this summer I'll post about new music I stumble upon, or music events I attend.
Peace
Well obviously I think I have good taste in music, because its all things I like. If you disagree...well sorry, I guess I do have bad taste. So go away! I dont need you're acceptance! (But really, I do. So hope you agree with some of these!)
Audioslave
Coldplay
Scouting For Girls
Tom Petty
The Fratellis
Apples In Stereo
Aqualung
Beck
Pink Floyd
Marroon 5
Dashboard Confessional
Cat Power
Cat Stevens
Fall Out Boy
Soundgarden
Augustana
Incubus
Sublime
James Blunt
Explosions In The Sky
Chikita Violenta
U2
The Beatles (but duh)
Foo Fighters
Modest Mouse
Guster
Linkin Park (sometimes)
Jack Johnson
Oasis
Johnny Cash
The Killers
Lilly Allen
Smashing Pumpkins
Cream
Vampire Weekend
Gosh this is exhausting. Ummm I hope you're getting the idea.
So to occupy myself this summer I'll post about new music I stumble upon, or music events I attend.
Peace
WTF Zoe? You're Stupid About Music!
Wrong! I am ignorant about many aspects of music making, and I'm not inclined at all in the area of music making.
However! This does not discredit my super human ability to use my ears. I really do love music and finding new music. I was in the car listening to the same song for the third time today on that same station and I've realized mainstream music is going downhill.
Here I will be posting new bands/artists I hear about because what usually happens is that I'll hear about someone, and then forget their name, or not remember to look them up, or what have you.
So if I have a place to write about these bands/artists, maybe I'll be able to find and remember a lot more of them. And help those who read this find some good music too.
I'll try to post daily someone new.
Suggestions? Have a band or are you a singer/music-maker yourself? Let me know! Or suffer! (not really. But you're karma will be bruised.)
-Peace
However! This does not discredit my super human ability to use my ears. I really do love music and finding new music. I was in the car listening to the same song for the third time today on that same station and I've realized mainstream music is going downhill.
Here I will be posting new bands/artists I hear about because what usually happens is that I'll hear about someone, and then forget their name, or not remember to look them up, or what have you.
So if I have a place to write about these bands/artists, maybe I'll be able to find and remember a lot more of them. And help those who read this find some good music too.
I'll try to post daily someone new.
Suggestions? Have a band or are you a singer/music-maker yourself? Let me know! Or suffer! (not really. But you're karma will be bruised.)
-Peace
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