All My Days: Alexi Murdoch: When this song started, I said, Ahhh... As a breath of fresh air. I believe this song was part of the trailer for Away We Go. Its a great indie and folky song, and as many songs do for me lately, makes me think of driving through a farmy countryside with the windows down and just being so content with life. It's a good introspective song. I feel like this song has a little bit of a bounce to it, and just a calming sense of happiness. Two Stars.
Candy: Will Smith: Interesting that I said that sound had a bounce to it, cause this song starts off with lets bounce... I actually don't think I can do this one at all. I love Will, he is attractive and funny and there will be some songs I keep.. but this is not one of them!
Track 8: Butterfly: Corinne Bailey Rae: sweet slow song, makes me want to stay inside on a cold day wrapped in a blanket and drinking tea. It's calming and nice. One Star.
Umbrella: Mandy Moore: I think this version is incredible! And not even because it's my girl... but I like the slowing down of the song, it feels more dramatic to me this way. I do love how Mandy is just so sweet and honest in the video too. One Star
Road Runner: Imelda May: This is such a fun and punchy song! I haven't used it on a workout mix yet, but I think it would pump me up. My sister recently told me about her, and I think she is fun. So Rockabilly, great sound and it is just fun! Two Stars. And the music video is funny
Caring Is Creepy: The Shins: I have this song because of the Garden State Soundtrack. I stand by this soundtrack as being good, but I do love the movie a lot more. I don't really feel like this is a song I really sing along to... so I am hesitant to keep it. It is eerie and I like that, but In cutthroat fashion...
Worry About You: Ivy: I love this band. I think they have a very watered down sound, almost like what you would hear if you were to listen to music underwater. I remember in college one of my friends mentioned that they liked how the female lead didn't seem to care about her image, as most often her face is covered in the album artwork. I like how mellow the song is, though sometimes I can't listen to too much Ivy in a row because it hurts my head how mellow they are. Weird right? One Star.
State of Grace: Taylor Swift: I have to say, I really enjoy this whole album. I like the sound, I like the direction, though the music videos are weird... (maybe just for We Are Never Ever...) but I like how light this song is, it sweet and I like it. One Star.
Rain On My Parade: Glee Version: It's a good version, but I fell out of love of Glee... and I just don't really feel like having it.
Make It Mine: Jason Mraz: I am touch and go with Mr. Mraz. But, I like this song. It is kind of 80s, with the trombone? Whatever instrument that is... It is kind of a sweet little song, makes me think of The Wedding Date and kind of other cheesy romantic movies...The music video kind of confirmed that, and I like it...it got a little weird too.. haha It's just one of those songs when you are just having a good day, for no reason. One Star.
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Friday, February 22, 2013
Thursday, February 21, 2013
Reasons Why
Crush: Mandy Moore: Well, we all know I am in love with Mandy, but more so her newer stuff. This song is so bubble pop! Its a cute little song though, for when you're feeling that puppy love and want a 90s type playlist. One Star
Track 4: I feel like a feather in the breeze: Don't know who it is by! (Here is a link to a version I don't have) But I enjoyed it. I got this song from a ballroom mix. It's a cute little Foxtrot. Makes me think of a woman with a ballgown with lots of feathers on the bottom, gliding around the floor. I give it One Star.
Kissing A Fool: Michael Buble: Smooth crooning, makes you think he is singing right to you... kitchen dancing worthy. Every so often, the Husband with lean in for a kiss, wrap his arms around me, and dip me. It's glorious! This song is also a foxtrot, as are most by Michael. Two Stars
Twistin the Night Away: It's a big ballroom playlist today! This is a fun swing song, Not my favorite, but I will keep it because I have danced to it! One star.
Don't Turn Around: Ace of Base: While this is a classic 90's song... (just watch the video to see for yourself) I don't feel like I need to keep it. It is a little whiny, and doesn't pump me up, and if I ever want to host a 90's party, I'll know where to find it to play then. deleted.
Crazy For You: N'Sync: It's about time! So, I believe I mentioned that in the battle of N'Sync and Backstreet Boys I chose 98*. That said, I know every word to every song on this CD, and I think it was before the 5 or more times Sarah and I serenaded our roommate Emmalee with the album. We always intended for it to only be one song... but then we would keep going. Dancing and performing with Boas, we were unstoppable that fall of 2004! This is the kind of song to keep for a 90's playlist. Two Stars.
We Cry: The Script: It sounds like this is a popsong rap... and I am not feeling it... deleted.
The Best Damn Thing: Avril Lavinge: speaking of pop song rap... could be good for an angry girl playlist... but... I'm not feeling it. haha, cutthroat Jenni strikes again! deleted.
This is For Real: Motion City Soundtrack: I'd say this goes on a Summer 2007 Playlist. That's when I heard of this band, and you better believe I thought my friend was talking about a movie soundtrack when he first asked if I had heard of it... This song reminds me of going 90 on I-15 from Rexburg to Pocatello or vise versa. Makes me think of driving through the countryside, seeing fields or farmland... I still enjoy this song, I like how his voice is a little dirty, sometimes scratchy.. (please note that some of their songs are a little heavy on swearing) Ironicly, that relationship was NOT the best thing I had ever had. For Real. Two Stars.
A Box Full of Sharp Objects: The Used: Ahhh the time of Screamo... I once mastered the scream! It takes a lot of pain and anger to do this. I might keep one of two songs of the Used cause I do still like a little bit of screamo... this is not one of them. Too much screaming, it hurts my ears. (no age jokes please...) deleted.
Moon Dance: Van Morrison?: This is off an album one of my wedding couples had brought in to me when I did my internship at Arthur Murray in 2007. We decided to make a swing and foxtrot to the song. They were a fun couple! This song is a One Star earner for me, mostly because it kind of drags on there at the end...
Such A Pretty Lie: The Wrens: This is another song that was on one of my indie playlists that Ben had introduced me to. My "emo" name for this mixed CD is called "One Last Kiss Before Dying" I like this. I like the different speeds the song goes, how it kind of slows down, the music gets quieter, then picks back up... One Star.
Obvious: Blink182: I do kind of like this song, until it swore. I wasn't expecting that. I know that I have a LOT of Blink on my computer, and it is mostly due to saying, oh I like them, friend give me all your music of them, and then never going through what I actually liked. This one I do kind of like, but it sounds a little too chaotic for me. deleted.
Right Here Waiting: Richard Marx: I've always enjoyed this song. It makes me think of playing with my barbies when I was younger. My favorite part was usually just dressing them up, but when I would finally get around to playing, it was usually to a song (And most often Open Arms by Mariah Carey [That's the original as far as I am concerned!!]) But this song makes me think of that too, the type of song I would use to reunite dear Barbie to her Ken after the evil barbie had stolen him away or something... let's not analyze the mind of 9 year old Jenni mmkay? Thanks! One Star.
Reasons Why: Nickle Creek: My first introduction to this band was with the song The Lighthouse. Loved that, and I like this song. It's a very folky song, bluegrass? I'm not sure, but I think this song talks about how you can fall in love so quick, but be skeptical at the same time. This won't be a song I listen to all the time, but it stays. It's the kind of song for a lazy afternoon in the summer picking and eating peas off the vine. One Star.
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Track 4: I feel like a feather in the breeze: Don't know who it is by! (Here is a link to a version I don't have) But I enjoyed it. I got this song from a ballroom mix. It's a cute little Foxtrot. Makes me think of a woman with a ballgown with lots of feathers on the bottom, gliding around the floor. I give it One Star.
Kissing A Fool: Michael Buble: Smooth crooning, makes you think he is singing right to you... kitchen dancing worthy. Every so often, the Husband with lean in for a kiss, wrap his arms around me, and dip me. It's glorious! This song is also a foxtrot, as are most by Michael. Two Stars
Twistin the Night Away: It's a big ballroom playlist today! This is a fun swing song, Not my favorite, but I will keep it because I have danced to it! One star.
Don't Turn Around: Ace of Base: While this is a classic 90's song... (just watch the video to see for yourself) I don't feel like I need to keep it. It is a little whiny, and doesn't pump me up, and if I ever want to host a 90's party, I'll know where to find it to play then. deleted.
Crazy For You: N'Sync: It's about time! So, I believe I mentioned that in the battle of N'Sync and Backstreet Boys I chose 98*. That said, I know every word to every song on this CD, and I think it was before the 5 or more times Sarah and I serenaded our roommate Emmalee with the album. We always intended for it to only be one song... but then we would keep going. Dancing and performing with Boas, we were unstoppable that fall of 2004! This is the kind of song to keep for a 90's playlist. Two Stars.
We Cry: The Script: It sounds like this is a popsong rap... and I am not feeling it... deleted.
The Best Damn Thing: Avril Lavinge: speaking of pop song rap... could be good for an angry girl playlist... but... I'm not feeling it. haha, cutthroat Jenni strikes again! deleted.
This is For Real: Motion City Soundtrack: I'd say this goes on a Summer 2007 Playlist. That's when I heard of this band, and you better believe I thought my friend was talking about a movie soundtrack when he first asked if I had heard of it... This song reminds me of going 90 on I-15 from Rexburg to Pocatello or vise versa. Makes me think of driving through the countryside, seeing fields or farmland... I still enjoy this song, I like how his voice is a little dirty, sometimes scratchy.. (please note that some of their songs are a little heavy on swearing) Ironicly, that relationship was NOT the best thing I had ever had. For Real. Two Stars.
A Box Full of Sharp Objects: The Used: Ahhh the time of Screamo... I once mastered the scream! It takes a lot of pain and anger to do this. I might keep one of two songs of the Used cause I do still like a little bit of screamo... this is not one of them. Too much screaming, it hurts my ears. (no age jokes please...) deleted.
Moon Dance: Van Morrison?: This is off an album one of my wedding couples had brought in to me when I did my internship at Arthur Murray in 2007. We decided to make a swing and foxtrot to the song. They were a fun couple! This song is a One Star earner for me, mostly because it kind of drags on there at the end...
Such A Pretty Lie: The Wrens: This is another song that was on one of my indie playlists that Ben had introduced me to. My "emo" name for this mixed CD is called "One Last Kiss Before Dying" I like this. I like the different speeds the song goes, how it kind of slows down, the music gets quieter, then picks back up... One Star.
Obvious: Blink182: I do kind of like this song, until it swore. I wasn't expecting that. I know that I have a LOT of Blink on my computer, and it is mostly due to saying, oh I like them, friend give me all your music of them, and then never going through what I actually liked. This one I do kind of like, but it sounds a little too chaotic for me. deleted.
Right Here Waiting: Richard Marx: I've always enjoyed this song. It makes me think of playing with my barbies when I was younger. My favorite part was usually just dressing them up, but when I would finally get around to playing, it was usually to a song (And most often Open Arms by Mariah Carey [That's the original as far as I am concerned!!]) But this song makes me think of that too, the type of song I would use to reunite dear Barbie to her Ken after the evil barbie had stolen him away or something... let's not analyze the mind of 9 year old Jenni mmkay? Thanks! One Star.
Reasons Why: Nickle Creek: My first introduction to this band was with the song The Lighthouse. Loved that, and I like this song. It's a very folky song, bluegrass? I'm not sure, but I think this song talks about how you can fall in love so quick, but be skeptical at the same time. This won't be a song I listen to all the time, but it stays. It's the kind of song for a lazy afternoon in the summer picking and eating peas off the vine. One Star.
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Tuesday, February 19, 2013
not all my songs are Bulletproof
Yellow: Coldplay: If I were to make a playlist that included songs as colors... obvious choice. Otherwise, I've always enjoyed this song. So mellow, so 2000s. A song about unrequited love, that leaves you wanting more, wanting to be on the beach at sunset, be star gazing, Two Stars (look how they shine for you)
I Write Sins Not Tragedies: Panic At The Disco: It was the Summer of 2006. I remember being with one of my roommates, we were having a hard time with the others, and they never seemed to be able to shut the door... so this song was pretty perfect for us... But, I don't really feel like this song needs to be in my collection anymore. Removed...(I might just remove the whole album while I am at it, I don't feel a connection to it when looking through the songs, and I am not sure if I ever did listen to the whole album.)
Bulletproof: La Roux: I got this one as a single from iTunes, and I am glad I did! I think it is a punchy and fun song, a little bit of girl power, I think it is a good song for pumping you up at the gym. Two Stars.
She Will Be Loved: Maroon 5: You know... I am actually not a big fan of this song. It is a song about a sad girl. Right now I just feel like the song is trying too hard and I am not feeling it. (Or am I just in a mood of cutting music?! ) Well... say goodbye...
Knights Of Shame: AWOLNation: Okay. this song is 11 minutes and 36 seconds long. But, I really respect it. I feel like it goes through so many different styles of music and is fun! I also saw them in concert and they were terrific. The lead singer goes through and plays all the instruments in the end, as his band leaves... and it was impressive. Two Stars, for originality.
Backyards of Our Neighbors: Au Revoir Simone: I went through a phase were I would download every song that was played on Grey's Anatomy. This is one of those, it is mellow, and almost sounds like you're in a hospital with that whisping air noise... It is kind of a haunted song... But, it's just that day for me I guess, Au Revoir, Simone.
OOOh! Here is a surprise song! It is currently labeled Track 2 from a cd I burned from my friend Rachel, on a cd called "Love" So... Listening, googling lyrics "Got a picture of You I carry in my heart"
It is called Not A Day Goes By: LoneStar: Well, I am not a big country fan. The lyrics are nice, and I could see this on a lovey dovey playlist, but... the twang is a little too distracting to me and I am not in love with the lyrics. Cut.
Fantasy: Mariah Carey: Hello 4th grade! I remember my friend Nicole and I were planning on trying out to the talent show with this one. We didn't end up trying out, but in 5th grade we did, but with a different song, She ended up not doing it and I had a solo. This song reminds me of the good ol days of MTV, or roller skating parties at Pattison West in Auburn. Makes me happy, would be great on a 90's playlist. One Star.
Finally: Trust Company: I have this cd because of an ex-boyfriend. It is darker, it reminds me of the many times we broke up, when I was brokenhearted. But again, seriously guys, I am cut throat today... and this one is out too.
Midnight Coward: Stars: Well first off, I love Stars. They are the band I used to help tell my now husband that I was falling in love with him back when we were dating... I love how their music usually tells a really great story, be it sad or happy. Their voices together are just magical to my ears. Parts of this song remind me of the Beatles, and then I love how they slow it down... Two Stars. (ha!)
Hello: Oasis: I remember this being one of my sister's first cds, and sneaking to listen to it. I'd put this on a 90's mix, or a British Invasion playlist, except for that it isn't one of my favorite songs on the album so I am tempted to cut it...
Tourniquet: Evanescence:I have to give it to this gal, she's got a great voice. Unfortunately I don't care for this song and it is cut. I had gotten this CD in 2005 I think... and used it as a coping mechanism in 2006 when I was again heartbroken by the same ex-boyfriend as mentioned earlier in this post. This song is just too dark for me now.
Sorry that this post had more cuts than ratings! But, that's part of what this whole project is about...
12 Songs in this Post
I Write Sins Not Tragedies: Panic At The Disco: It was the Summer of 2006. I remember being with one of my roommates, we were having a hard time with the others, and they never seemed to be able to shut the door... so this song was pretty perfect for us... But, I don't really feel like this song needs to be in my collection anymore. Removed...(I might just remove the whole album while I am at it, I don't feel a connection to it when looking through the songs, and I am not sure if I ever did listen to the whole album.)
Bulletproof: La Roux: I got this one as a single from iTunes, and I am glad I did! I think it is a punchy and fun song, a little bit of girl power, I think it is a good song for pumping you up at the gym. Two Stars.
She Will Be Loved: Maroon 5: You know... I am actually not a big fan of this song. It is a song about a sad girl. Right now I just feel like the song is trying too hard and I am not feeling it. (Or am I just in a mood of cutting music?! ) Well... say goodbye...
Knights Of Shame: AWOLNation: Okay. this song is 11 minutes and 36 seconds long. But, I really respect it. I feel like it goes through so many different styles of music and is fun! I also saw them in concert and they were terrific. The lead singer goes through and plays all the instruments in the end, as his band leaves... and it was impressive. Two Stars, for originality.
Backyards of Our Neighbors: Au Revoir Simone: I went through a phase were I would download every song that was played on Grey's Anatomy. This is one of those, it is mellow, and almost sounds like you're in a hospital with that whisping air noise... It is kind of a haunted song... But, it's just that day for me I guess, Au Revoir, Simone.
OOOh! Here is a surprise song! It is currently labeled Track 2 from a cd I burned from my friend Rachel, on a cd called "Love" So... Listening, googling lyrics "Got a picture of You I carry in my heart"
It is called Not A Day Goes By: LoneStar: Well, I am not a big country fan. The lyrics are nice, and I could see this on a lovey dovey playlist, but... the twang is a little too distracting to me and I am not in love with the lyrics. Cut.
Fantasy: Mariah Carey: Hello 4th grade! I remember my friend Nicole and I were planning on trying out to the talent show with this one. We didn't end up trying out, but in 5th grade we did, but with a different song, She ended up not doing it and I had a solo. This song reminds me of the good ol days of MTV, or roller skating parties at Pattison West in Auburn. Makes me happy, would be great on a 90's playlist. One Star.
Finally: Trust Company: I have this cd because of an ex-boyfriend. It is darker, it reminds me of the many times we broke up, when I was brokenhearted. But again, seriously guys, I am cut throat today... and this one is out too.
Midnight Coward: Stars: Well first off, I love Stars. They are the band I used to help tell my now husband that I was falling in love with him back when we were dating... I love how their music usually tells a really great story, be it sad or happy. Their voices together are just magical to my ears. Parts of this song remind me of the Beatles, and then I love how they slow it down... Two Stars. (ha!)
Hello: Oasis: I remember this being one of my sister's first cds, and sneaking to listen to it. I'd put this on a 90's mix, or a British Invasion playlist, except for that it isn't one of my favorite songs on the album so I am tempted to cut it...
Tourniquet: Evanescence:I have to give it to this gal, she's got a great voice. Unfortunately I don't care for this song and it is cut. I had gotten this CD in 2005 I think... and used it as a coping mechanism in 2006 when I was again heartbroken by the same ex-boyfriend as mentioned earlier in this post. This song is just too dark for me now.
Sorry that this post had more cuts than ratings! But, that's part of what this whole project is about...
12 Songs in this Post
Monday, February 18, 2013
Black Or White
See You When You're 40: Dido (Life For Rent): This song reminds me of a time in high school, I was dating this guy and was at his house. His mom was talking about a funny interaction she had today, that she went to the dentist--a new one, and it turned out to be an ex-boyfriend! She mentioned something about how you never know who you will run across later in life, and how it can be so strange to see how your lives turned out. I think this song is like that. While thought provoking, it only gets One Star.
Late Night Swing: Casey MacGill and the Spirits of Rhythm: This song is one that I learned when I first started Ballroom Dance and was on The Pacific Ballroom Dance team.--back when it was still just 12 couples and we learned a 20 minute Swing dance medley... Best workout of my life!! This song is swanky and flirty, perfect for a West Coast Swing. When I coached a team at BYU-Idaho I re-taught this routine. Three Stars, partly for nostalgia. :)
Motivation Proclamation: Good Charlotte: I got this song from a mixed CD from a roommate. I remember enjoying this band when they were on the radio occasionally during high school... and this song isn't too bad, I do like the little harmonies they make and the sound is smooth enough. But overall, it is a little whiny and not too much my style. I can relate to the song, sometimes you need motivation to get out and do stuff.. but I don't feel like I need to keep the song.
Sunrise: Norah Jones: Oh Norah, there is something so dreamy about her! All of her songs make you feel like you're in love (which, I am... but when I wasn't, I would be... anyway) This song is simple and happy, Two Stars.
Your Surrender: Neon Trees (Habit): First time hearing this song! I got this CD from my Husband. I enjoy it. It doesn't blow me away, but it is a nice little song, One Star for now.
Raccoons: Obijou (Swift Feet For Troubling Times): Well, I found out about this band on a date that went on forever... Despite that, I enjoy this folky Canadian band. This song has a sound that could be used for a lullaby, though the song is a little sad for that. One Star. (Side note, I went to their myspace page, link in their album title above, and listened to their song Niagra... I love it. I love the direction they went and the sound... I feel the need to find a way to buy this album or blow up their myspace plays....)
Black Or White: Michael Jackson. Admit it, you were waiting to see when MJ would pop up on this list. He's classic! This song isn't my favorite. I don't love the rap portion, but it is a good song. One Star.
Everyone Else In The World: Stina Nordenstam: I got this from my dear friend Ben, whom I have talked about before. I put this on a compilation album entitled, The Frozen Lakes. That was the name of the band I would have used if I were to make an emo band or something. Ben really turned me on to all of the indie folk rock type scene, I will be forever thankful for that. I love this song for when you're feeling heartbroken. One Star.
Variations of the Kanon by Johann Pachelbel: George Winston (December): This CD reminds me of my sisters friend who lived with us, as well as my neighbor I would babysit. I use to put this CD in my cd player and put my headphones on and fall asleep. I love this song. My sister walked down the aisle to Kanon by Pachelbel, and there is something about this variation that I just find mesmerizing. This would go on a playlist for meditation, getting a massage, relaxing, sometimes on my Christmas playlist, and gets Two Stars.
Dog Days Are Over: Florance + The Machines: I enjoy her voice, it isn't entirely your typical voice. It is a catchy tune, makes me want to jump around and dance in my living room. It's a great summer song, light and sunny. One Star. --But wait, I love the tambourine so it gets bumped up to Two Stars!
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Late Night Swing: Casey MacGill and the Spirits of Rhythm: This song is one that I learned when I first started Ballroom Dance and was on The Pacific Ballroom Dance team.--back when it was still just 12 couples and we learned a 20 minute Swing dance medley... Best workout of my life!! This song is swanky and flirty, perfect for a West Coast Swing. When I coached a team at BYU-Idaho I re-taught this routine. Three Stars, partly for nostalgia. :)
Motivation Proclamation: Good Charlotte: I got this song from a mixed CD from a roommate. I remember enjoying this band when they were on the radio occasionally during high school... and this song isn't too bad, I do like the little harmonies they make and the sound is smooth enough. But overall, it is a little whiny and not too much my style. I can relate to the song, sometimes you need motivation to get out and do stuff.. but I don't feel like I need to keep the song.
Sunrise: Norah Jones: Oh Norah, there is something so dreamy about her! All of her songs make you feel like you're in love (which, I am... but when I wasn't, I would be... anyway) This song is simple and happy, Two Stars.
Your Surrender: Neon Trees (Habit): First time hearing this song! I got this CD from my Husband. I enjoy it. It doesn't blow me away, but it is a nice little song, One Star for now.
Raccoons: Obijou (Swift Feet For Troubling Times): Well, I found out about this band on a date that went on forever... Despite that, I enjoy this folky Canadian band. This song has a sound that could be used for a lullaby, though the song is a little sad for that. One Star. (Side note, I went to their myspace page, link in their album title above, and listened to their song Niagra... I love it. I love the direction they went and the sound... I feel the need to find a way to buy this album or blow up their myspace plays....)
Black Or White: Michael Jackson. Admit it, you were waiting to see when MJ would pop up on this list. He's classic! This song isn't my favorite. I don't love the rap portion, but it is a good song. One Star.
Everyone Else In The World: Stina Nordenstam: I got this from my dear friend Ben, whom I have talked about before. I put this on a compilation album entitled, The Frozen Lakes. That was the name of the band I would have used if I were to make an emo band or something. Ben really turned me on to all of the indie folk rock type scene, I will be forever thankful for that. I love this song for when you're feeling heartbroken. One Star.
Variations of the Kanon by Johann Pachelbel: George Winston (December): This CD reminds me of my sisters friend who lived with us, as well as my neighbor I would babysit. I use to put this CD in my cd player and put my headphones on and fall asleep. I love this song. My sister walked down the aisle to Kanon by Pachelbel, and there is something about this variation that I just find mesmerizing. This would go on a playlist for meditation, getting a massage, relaxing, sometimes on my Christmas playlist, and gets Two Stars.
Dog Days Are Over: Florance + The Machines: I enjoy her voice, it isn't entirely your typical voice. It is a catchy tune, makes me want to jump around and dance in my living room. It's a great summer song, light and sunny. One Star. --But wait, I love the tambourine so it gets bumped up to Two Stars!
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Sunday, February 17, 2013
One Year, Six Months
He Dance With Me/She Danced with Me: Gemma Craven and Richard Chamberlin (The Slipper and The Rose Soundtrack): This song is a fun Viennese Waltz, which I choreographed! I edited the song to be shorter for my routine. When I first saw the movie I think I was 13 or 14 and maybe had started Ballroom. All I do remember is wanting to dance like that. I think it is a nice romantic song, but not one I normally have in any constant rotation in my playlist. But it is really good for a Ballroom playlist! Two Stars. (I highly recommend watching the 1976 British inspired Cinderella Story. It's over the top and awesome!)
Magic: Colbie Caillat (Coco): I think this is also a very romantic song. Makes me think of dancing in the kitchen when you're making cookies or something for that someone special. Some of her songs are way overplayed, but I think she is slightly underrated. Her voice is a little raw, and I enjoy that. I could see me putting this into a love playlist, for those days when I am just feeling sappy! Three Stars.
New Low: Middle Class Rut (single): Here is a song I heard on the radio and had to have! It is catchy and a little jaded. Seems like a song you'd have to work at playing the Bass on Guitar Hero with. Two Stars.
Mistakes We Knew We Were Making: Mae (The Everglow): First off, Mae is one of my favorite bands. I LOVE THEM. That aside, this cd, The Everglow, is done in a seamless fashion, each song leading into the other, and why? Well because it is set up as a read along story! Remember those when you were a kid? Turn Page Now... Well, they just set up the cd like that with their first and last songs. And the cd booklet is a book. With pictures.
Now, onto THIS song... There are times when we know we are making a mistake. That time that I decided to be "spontaneous" and go rolling down a hill in the sprinklers in college with that boy... I knew it was a mistake, in the end I think I knew he was a mistake. But I knew I was doing it, and I knew it was going to be fun. In the end I needed to have done it, to learn. This song though is just so beautiful and just makes me happy. I love the line, Dance until the band stops playing, Sing with all your might. A good philosophy for life! My love for this song, this band, goes on and on... (listen to the song, You'll get it.) Four Stars.
Entr'acte: Phantom Of The Opera (Highlights cd): Instrumental. It's good, but not something I really feel like keeping on file. I'll keep the CD and when I am feeling it, I'll come to it.
Let's Dance: Mya (Shall We Dance Soundtrack): Totally random to get three soundtrack songs on here so far! It's a fun song, a cover, more funky than the original. It's one of those songs that can help pump you up for some Friday night fun. Two Stars.
One Year, Six Months: Yellowcard (Ocean Avenue): This brings me back to my first semester of college... Sarah and I listened to this cd a lot, reminded us of home. Reminded me of my ex?boyfriend. I think we had broken up physically, but emotionally we still were together and leaning on each other. It's a good song, fun concept, using this punkrock type band with folkish instruments. It's interesting, listening to songs you haven't in many years and knowing all of the lyrics. One Star.
Piazza, New York Catcher: Belle & Sebastian (Juno Soundtrack): Seriously, my playlist is only set for random so I am not sure why all the soundtracks are lumped in this post! I digress. I heard of Belle & Sebastian from my dear friend Ben. We've never met, he was a friend of a friend, and he and I formed a strong bond over music and would listen to songs together over the internet and analyze them. It was a fun time in my life! This song, I like the folksy and acoustic sound to it. I only give One Star because I don't feel too connected to it, but can see it being a nice song to listen to on a rainy day.
One Of The Boys: Katy Perry (One Of The Boys): Honestly, when this song came up I was thinking, I will be deleting this one. I actually do respect Katy Perry, I really enjoy her voice. I do think she went overboard with branding herself, and has gone to extremes to shock people. But I do enjoy this song. When I first heard of her, I was repulsed because I thought her song, Kissed A Girl, was tasteless. But I do like this one, I can relate to it. In 2007 I was trying to convince a boy to like me, that I wasn't just one of the guys, but that's how he kept treating me.Growing up I always felt like I related to boys better, because they weren't as fickle and superficial, so I get this song. One Star.
Telescopes: Mae (Singularity): This was Mae's change of branding type cd, where they went a little more rock, a little more Hoobastank's the reason album. I still love it. It's funny, this song isn't about stars or using a telescope... It does talk about perspective, and looking to a reality. Two Stars.
Can't Break Her Fall: Mat Kearney (Nothing Left To Lose): I don't like the talking parts of this song... I do like his singing voice... I don't even know how I got this song... Anyway. I think it could be about addiction, or even depression. There have been days where I just couldn't take anything, and no one was able to break my fall, my mental breakdown. It was inevitable. But, putting your hand behind my head is helping. One Star.
Turn Me Up: Benny Banassi (Subliminal Sessions 6): I got this song from a mixed CD some girls at the treatment center I work at made. I think this is a good song for a workout...it seems a little too techno for me, though I think it is categorized as "house" music... One Star.
Open Season: High Highs (Pitch Perfect Soundtrack Deluxe): I love this song. It is so pretty, it sounds watered down, like a water colored picture, soft and flowy. Not to mention it is about a kite. I see this as a spring day kind of song, it is perfectly warm with a nice breeze, and you're just happy and the sun is too. Three Stars. And I want to look into more of their stuff... (Also, the movie just tickled my funny bone!)
Just a note-- I have started this new challenge with 4,050 songs. Lets see how many I have at the end! (PS, if I were to listen to them all in a row it would take 10.5 days... or possibly one year and six months with posts...haha)
7 Songs in this Post
Magic: Colbie Caillat (Coco): I think this is also a very romantic song. Makes me think of dancing in the kitchen when you're making cookies or something for that someone special. Some of her songs are way overplayed, but I think she is slightly underrated. Her voice is a little raw, and I enjoy that. I could see me putting this into a love playlist, for those days when I am just feeling sappy! Three Stars.
New Low: Middle Class Rut (single): Here is a song I heard on the radio and had to have! It is catchy and a little jaded. Seems like a song you'd have to work at playing the Bass on Guitar Hero with. Two Stars.
Mistakes We Knew We Were Making: Mae (The Everglow): First off, Mae is one of my favorite bands. I LOVE THEM. That aside, this cd, The Everglow, is done in a seamless fashion, each song leading into the other, and why? Well because it is set up as a read along story! Remember those when you were a kid? Turn Page Now... Well, they just set up the cd like that with their first and last songs. And the cd booklet is a book. With pictures.
Now, onto THIS song... There are times when we know we are making a mistake. That time that I decided to be "spontaneous" and go rolling down a hill in the sprinklers in college with that boy... I knew it was a mistake, in the end I think I knew he was a mistake. But I knew I was doing it, and I knew it was going to be fun. In the end I needed to have done it, to learn. This song though is just so beautiful and just makes me happy. I love the line, Dance until the band stops playing, Sing with all your might. A good philosophy for life! My love for this song, this band, goes on and on... (listen to the song, You'll get it.) Four Stars.
Entr'acte: Phantom Of The Opera (Highlights cd): Instrumental. It's good, but not something I really feel like keeping on file. I'll keep the CD and when I am feeling it, I'll come to it.
Let's Dance: Mya (Shall We Dance Soundtrack): Totally random to get three soundtrack songs on here so far! It's a fun song, a cover, more funky than the original. It's one of those songs that can help pump you up for some Friday night fun. Two Stars.
One Year, Six Months: Yellowcard (Ocean Avenue): This brings me back to my first semester of college... Sarah and I listened to this cd a lot, reminded us of home. Reminded me of my ex?boyfriend. I think we had broken up physically, but emotionally we still were together and leaning on each other. It's a good song, fun concept, using this punkrock type band with folkish instruments. It's interesting, listening to songs you haven't in many years and knowing all of the lyrics. One Star.
Piazza, New York Catcher: Belle & Sebastian (Juno Soundtrack): Seriously, my playlist is only set for random so I am not sure why all the soundtracks are lumped in this post! I digress. I heard of Belle & Sebastian from my dear friend Ben. We've never met, he was a friend of a friend, and he and I formed a strong bond over music and would listen to songs together over the internet and analyze them. It was a fun time in my life! This song, I like the folksy and acoustic sound to it. I only give One Star because I don't feel too connected to it, but can see it being a nice song to listen to on a rainy day.
One Of The Boys: Katy Perry (One Of The Boys): Honestly, when this song came up I was thinking, I will be deleting this one. I actually do respect Katy Perry, I really enjoy her voice. I do think she went overboard with branding herself, and has gone to extremes to shock people. But I do enjoy this song. When I first heard of her, I was repulsed because I thought her song, Kissed A Girl, was tasteless. But I do like this one, I can relate to it. In 2007 I was trying to convince a boy to like me, that I wasn't just one of the guys, but that's how he kept treating me.Growing up I always felt like I related to boys better, because they weren't as fickle and superficial, so I get this song. One Star.
Telescopes: Mae (Singularity): This was Mae's change of branding type cd, where they went a little more rock, a little more Hoobastank's the reason album. I still love it. It's funny, this song isn't about stars or using a telescope... It does talk about perspective, and looking to a reality. Two Stars.
Can't Break Her Fall: Mat Kearney (Nothing Left To Lose): I don't like the talking parts of this song... I do like his singing voice... I don't even know how I got this song... Anyway. I think it could be about addiction, or even depression. There have been days where I just couldn't take anything, and no one was able to break my fall, my mental breakdown. It was inevitable. But, putting your hand behind my head is helping. One Star.
Turn Me Up: Benny Banassi (Subliminal Sessions 6): I got this song from a mixed CD some girls at the treatment center I work at made. I think this is a good song for a workout...it seems a little too techno for me, though I think it is categorized as "house" music... One Star.
Open Season: High Highs (Pitch Perfect Soundtrack Deluxe): I love this song. It is so pretty, it sounds watered down, like a water colored picture, soft and flowy. Not to mention it is about a kite. I see this as a spring day kind of song, it is perfectly warm with a nice breeze, and you're just happy and the sun is too. Three Stars. And I want to look into more of their stuff... (Also, the movie just tickled my funny bone!)
Just a note-- I have started this new challenge with 4,050 songs. Lets see how many I have at the end! (PS, if I were to listen to them all in a row it would take 10.5 days... or possibly one year and six months with posts...haha)
7 Songs in this Post
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Turn On Your Radio
Well, I had an idea. To switch things up here... I am not going to focus on a whole CD review.
I decided to reset all of my "plays" on iTunes, so currently all of my songs are set at zero! The goal is to get one play for all songs, and go through my music and rate and review it that way.
Ready, set, play that funky music white boy!
Who Makes You Feel: Dido (Life for Rent): I like how this is kind of a sneaky sounding song. I can see a music video of her going into her boyfriend's apartment and looking around to find who this other woman is that makes him feel like she makes him feel. It's kind of a dark song, but I like it. I also like Dido, I feel like she is an under rated artist. 3 Stars.
Jen: Jimmy Eat World (Futures): I think it was the Summer of 2011, and I was looking for songs with my name in them cause I wanted to rock out to my own name. I am glad I did (though this might be one of the only ones I did find... haha) But it seems like a fun song and it's upbeat and a good Jimmy song, though not entirely as typical as their normal stuff. 2 Stars.
Got It All: (Everyday Behavior): 2005 or 2006 was when I discovered this band. I like them, this song has a little bit of yelling but it is kind of a good pump you up song. 3 Stars.
Turn On Your Radio: Nina Gordon (Bleeding Heart Graffiti): 2009, I bought this CD for my mom because she and I had loved an earlier cd by Nina Gordon. I enjoy this song, it is soft and I like the harmonies she makes. 2 Stars
It Ends Tonight: All American Rejects (Move Along): A goodbye love song, what AAR is best known for! I like this song, I can relate a lot with early college "romances" and not being cherished like I should be, and just not really expressing those thoughts. I do remember a few times in my old Pontiac I would drive late at night, with my heart break tape that I had made, mostly with Ashlee Simpson on it, but I would just cry and scream out the lyrics, and that's what this song reminds me of. 3 Stars
New Heights: A Fine Frenzy (Bomb in a Birdcage): Ahh, we come to a song I am not sure I have actually ever heard! I think I got this cd from my bestie Rachel. I love how this girl's voice is slightly retro, it sounds full and the song itself sounds really good. It is cute and whimsical. I think this is a song that can be used to inspire hope and encourage success and reaching for your goals. I like all of the blend of instruments. 4 Stars
Good People: Jack Johnson (In Between Dreams): You know. I had a while where I loved Jack Johnson, reminds me of the Summer of 2005 in Rexburg, where my sweet roommates had a phone on the wall with a picture of Jack and anytime we needed to, we would just call him up and talk to him as our boyfriend, as a friend, for fun. It was great! But this isn't my favorite song. Where'd all the good people go? Well. They aren't that far... and if you can't see them maybe you've changed and aren't a good person any more, cause usually you attract what you are and you can see the good in people when you're in a good spot. I think in the end, I have been a fair weathered Jack Johnson fan, that summer I liked him but overall, I can go without. 1 Star.
Wait A Minute: Pussycat Dolls (PCD): I don't really know why I have this CD. Their music is fun, but why do I have the WHOLE CD! haha. I think this song would be a good Cha Cha song, you can play off some of the words and have a few times where you pause when they say, Wait A Minute. But I think it has to go...
So Damn Clever: Plain White T's (Every Second Counts): I think this is an all around good song. Not a stellar song, but it is fun and kind of cute and...clever. 2 stars
It's Oh So Quiet: Bjork (single): Do not adjust your speakers! This song starts off really quiet and it is a punchy and fun sweet love song! Sometimes love does this to you, where you are just enjoying a normal day and then suddenly you're overcome with happiness and just have to dance in the street!! This gets 4 stars, it isn't one you listen to all the time but when you do it just slaps a smile on your face! Go ahead feast your eyes on this 1995 masterpiece and watch the music video.
10 Songs in this Post
I decided to reset all of my "plays" on iTunes, so currently all of my songs are set at zero! The goal is to get one play for all songs, and go through my music and rate and review it that way.
Ready, set, play that funky music white boy!
Who Makes You Feel: Dido (Life for Rent): I like how this is kind of a sneaky sounding song. I can see a music video of her going into her boyfriend's apartment and looking around to find who this other woman is that makes him feel like she makes him feel. It's kind of a dark song, but I like it. I also like Dido, I feel like she is an under rated artist. 3 Stars.
Jen: Jimmy Eat World (Futures): I think it was the Summer of 2011, and I was looking for songs with my name in them cause I wanted to rock out to my own name. I am glad I did (though this might be one of the only ones I did find... haha) But it seems like a fun song and it's upbeat and a good Jimmy song, though not entirely as typical as their normal stuff. 2 Stars.
Got It All: (Everyday Behavior): 2005 or 2006 was when I discovered this band. I like them, this song has a little bit of yelling but it is kind of a good pump you up song. 3 Stars.
Turn On Your Radio: Nina Gordon (Bleeding Heart Graffiti): 2009, I bought this CD for my mom because she and I had loved an earlier cd by Nina Gordon. I enjoy this song, it is soft and I like the harmonies she makes. 2 Stars
It Ends Tonight: All American Rejects (Move Along): A goodbye love song, what AAR is best known for! I like this song, I can relate a lot with early college "romances" and not being cherished like I should be, and just not really expressing those thoughts. I do remember a few times in my old Pontiac I would drive late at night, with my heart break tape that I had made, mostly with Ashlee Simpson on it, but I would just cry and scream out the lyrics, and that's what this song reminds me of. 3 Stars
New Heights: A Fine Frenzy (Bomb in a Birdcage): Ahh, we come to a song I am not sure I have actually ever heard! I think I got this cd from my bestie Rachel. I love how this girl's voice is slightly retro, it sounds full and the song itself sounds really good. It is cute and whimsical. I think this is a song that can be used to inspire hope and encourage success and reaching for your goals. I like all of the blend of instruments. 4 Stars
Good People: Jack Johnson (In Between Dreams): You know. I had a while where I loved Jack Johnson, reminds me of the Summer of 2005 in Rexburg, where my sweet roommates had a phone on the wall with a picture of Jack and anytime we needed to, we would just call him up and talk to him as our boyfriend, as a friend, for fun. It was great! But this isn't my favorite song. Where'd all the good people go? Well. They aren't that far... and if you can't see them maybe you've changed and aren't a good person any more, cause usually you attract what you are and you can see the good in people when you're in a good spot. I think in the end, I have been a fair weathered Jack Johnson fan, that summer I liked him but overall, I can go without. 1 Star.
Wait A Minute: Pussycat Dolls (PCD): I don't really know why I have this CD. Their music is fun, but why do I have the WHOLE CD! haha. I think this song would be a good Cha Cha song, you can play off some of the words and have a few times where you pause when they say, Wait A Minute. But I think it has to go...
So Damn Clever: Plain White T's (Every Second Counts): I think this is an all around good song. Not a stellar song, but it is fun and kind of cute and...clever. 2 stars
It's Oh So Quiet: Bjork (single): Do not adjust your speakers! This song starts off really quiet and it is a punchy and fun sweet love song! Sometimes love does this to you, where you are just enjoying a normal day and then suddenly you're overcome with happiness and just have to dance in the street!! This gets 4 stars, it isn't one you listen to all the time but when you do it just slaps a smile on your face! Go ahead feast your eyes on this 1995 masterpiece and watch the music video.
10 Songs in this Post
Monday, February 4, 2013
Change
It has been suggested that I mention current music and I into right now... and I have been stalking the song Change by Churchill.
Stalking you say?
Well, I had heard it awhile ago and I tried to use the SoundHound app, but it didn't recognize the song. Finally it has become big enough that the radio station mentions who it is and I finally found it.
So, I looked up the music video and I think it is genious!!
First off, the lead singer, she is gorgeous. I like the idea behind this music video, where she is just singing her heart out and changing, and she ends shattered. Its so true! You have to be yourself.
There was also this music video, which I had seen before when I had googled the lyrics of the song to try to find it.. but I wasn't as enthralled. The video is kind of cool, makes me think of my choir teacher in junior high who would LARP (Live Action Role Play, like you're in the middle ages and are battling people...) on the weekends and teach choir during the week... so he had his professional life, and he had his activities he would do outside of work that stayed true to who he was.
One of my other favorite things about this band, is that even live they sound just as good! I think she is down to earth and I love her voice... there is something so captivating about it.
I think that this is a band to be watching, they're melodic and smooth, indie-folky and I like them.
Buy their EP here
Songs on the EP:
Change
I Am Yours
Ark In A Flood
Made A List
Sing Out Your Love
Stalking you say?
Well, I had heard it awhile ago and I tried to use the SoundHound app, but it didn't recognize the song. Finally it has become big enough that the radio station mentions who it is and I finally found it.
So, I looked up the music video and I think it is genious!!
First off, the lead singer, she is gorgeous. I like the idea behind this music video, where she is just singing her heart out and changing, and she ends shattered. Its so true! You have to be yourself.
There was also this music video, which I had seen before when I had googled the lyrics of the song to try to find it.. but I wasn't as enthralled. The video is kind of cool, makes me think of my choir teacher in junior high who would LARP (Live Action Role Play, like you're in the middle ages and are battling people...) on the weekends and teach choir during the week... so he had his professional life, and he had his activities he would do outside of work that stayed true to who he was.
One of my other favorite things about this band, is that even live they sound just as good! I think she is down to earth and I love her voice... there is something so captivating about it.
I think that this is a band to be watching, they're melodic and smooth, indie-folky and I like them.
Buy their EP here
Songs on the EP:
Change
I Am Yours
Ark In A Flood
Made A List
Sing Out Your Love
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