I kind of wish I could get paid by SoundHound because I do use their app ALL.THE.TIME.
I used it many times this week to catch the names of some songs I heard on the radio, then I took a screen shot so I can download the song!
Changing Of The Seasons: Two Door Cinema Club: I was surprised but not at the same time to find out it was this band, I recently bought and entire album by them and it seems like I might have another to get soon! They just have a smooth sound and I just find myself really digging it. 3 Stars.
If So: Atlas Genius: Another smooth song, I love the chorus the most. This is a foot tappin kind of song. 2 stars.
Miss Jackson: Panic! At the Disco: This song reminds me a lot of Fall Out Boy, but I am just addicted to the chorus in this song. When I'm in the car you can find me hitting the steering wheel along to this song. There is some language issues I have, but I do like the song. 3 Stars.
Slow Down: Selena Gomez: Its such a fun girlie song! "You know I'm good at mouth to mouth resuscitation" Ha! It has some fun pops and I like when it does slow down a little. I think it would be a good song to dance around to. 4 Stars (at least until it is overplayed and I hate it!)
Saturday, November 9, 2013
Wednesday, November 6, 2013
Fade to Black
Fade to Black: Nina Gordon: This is a great song when you are feeling a little sad and angsty, it came out in 2000 which was about the time in my teenage years for that to fit right in! I really like this gal's voice, it's easy to sing along to, you feel the emotions and you kind of get a little sad with her. 3 stars.
Almost Lover: A Fine Frenzy: I think I got this song in the summer of 2008 when I went through a rough and weird breakup, Its a good one to sing in the car with all you've got. I don't think I will keep this song because it reminds me of that summer, and I don't care to remember it. I do like the piano in the song, and I will look for more stuff from her.
What Do I Do: Sam Phillips: This is from my Frozen Lakes list of songs, found in 2005, its a sweet little love song, 2 stars.
We Will Run: FeFe Dobson: I think this could be a good workout song, a nice beat and she says she will run with you... 2 stars.
My Love: Justin Timberlake: I didn't understand the Justin craze for a long time... until SexyBack. I'm a believer now. I like this song, its smooth. It gets a little repetitive, and sometimes his voice is a little too high, but I can see a rumba danced to this song, 2 stars.
Bom Bom: Sam and the Womp: I heard this one because of Dancing with the Stars, and the music video looks like something from the 90s! It's quirky, weird, and fun! This one also goes into my workout mix. 3 stars.
Almost Lover: A Fine Frenzy: I think I got this song in the summer of 2008 when I went through a rough and weird breakup, Its a good one to sing in the car with all you've got. I don't think I will keep this song because it reminds me of that summer, and I don't care to remember it. I do like the piano in the song, and I will look for more stuff from her.
What Do I Do: Sam Phillips: This is from my Frozen Lakes list of songs, found in 2005, its a sweet little love song, 2 stars.
We Will Run: FeFe Dobson: I think this could be a good workout song, a nice beat and she says she will run with you... 2 stars.
My Love: Justin Timberlake: I didn't understand the Justin craze for a long time... until SexyBack. I'm a believer now. I like this song, its smooth. It gets a little repetitive, and sometimes his voice is a little too high, but I can see a rumba danced to this song, 2 stars.
Bom Bom: Sam and the Womp: I heard this one because of Dancing with the Stars, and the music video looks like something from the 90s! It's quirky, weird, and fun! This one also goes into my workout mix. 3 stars.
Saturday, October 19, 2013
Show Stopper
While I was watching Grey's Anatomy this week, Callie talks about how she doesn't dance in her underwear anymore... I can relate, and part of that includes not writing in this blog! So I thought what better way to start writing again, than to put together a great dance playlist, one that inspires dancing alone in your house with reckless abandon!
Break the Ice: Britney Spears: For me, Britney is an obvious choice for a dance mix. I love how the line, "We can turn the heat up if we wanna, we can turn the lights down low" ends with the word low being so low! It's just fun and makes you want to move. I find myself fanning myself with she says "Hot hot hot" 4 stars
Crazy: Gnarls Barkley: I had to go to my Grey's Anatomy list to find a song, since this is what inspired this post anyway. This song really makes me want to go West Coast Swing dancing... specifically in Seattle, they have a different WCS scene than Salt Lake does. I was extremely disappointed in the club I went to when I first moved to Utah in 2011. This song is smooth and lets you groove. 4 Stars
No Matta What (Party All Night Long): Toya: This is a song from my dance mix from 2001 or something... I have no idea where I got it.... But its a silly fun song, especially good on Fridays! 2 stars
Need Your Around: Smoking Popes: This is from the Clueless soundtrack, and it is just a great song to jump around to, shake your head, and go a little crazy. It's also a sweet little love song. Three Stars.
No Sleep Tonight: The Faders: I remember when this song was on the radio, I would blast it in my car and give one of the best car dances you ever saw! And then it was in She's The Man, which is just such a fun movie. (Please come back Amanda Bynes...) This song is cheeky and sassy, makes you want to jump off the furniture in your house, and give a real good shake, some nice body rolls and an incredible ending pose. 5 Stars.
Paris (Ooh La La): Grace Potter: This is one of my favorites lately, its a good hip shakin' tune, a little retro, a lot rock and roll, and totally fun. This is one song you'll want to grab your hairbrush or remote and let your inner rockstar shine. I love the music video for its musicality, though it is a little vegas showgirl-y or burlesque in nature. 5 Stars.
Green Garden: Laura Mvula: First off, you want to clap right along to this song... then you think you're a runway model stomping it out, then you just melt into the music and let it transport you. The music video is great too. I love her background singers. 4 Stars
Beggin': Madcon: I have choreographed to this song in my head. If I had ever auditioned for So You Think You Can Dance, it would have been to this song. Since a major part of the song is "Beggin you to put your loving hand out darlin" I would incorporate a lot of moves that don't use my hand, elbow spins, knee catches, neck rolls, and then towards the end I would start using my hands more, and we would end in a cute pose showing I do love him. It's a funky and fun tune. 4 stars.
I Could Break Your Heart Any Day Of The Week: Mandy Moore: This is a sassy and cheeky song, and of course I need a little bit of Mandy in this playlist. The music video doesn't make a lot of sense to me... but she looks great so... 3 stars.
Show Stopper: Show Stopper: A total throwback to 2006, dancing in my roommate Katie's room where she, a total sporty and cowgirl trying to teach me and our other roommate, sweet Trish, how to drop it. We got ghetto and this is a classic song for me. This song has a total "Revertago" syndrome (refer to How I Met Your Mother) 2 Stars
Single Ladies: Beyonce: Duh. 5 Stars.
What are some of your favorite songs to dance to?
Break the Ice: Britney Spears: For me, Britney is an obvious choice for a dance mix. I love how the line, "We can turn the heat up if we wanna, we can turn the lights down low" ends with the word low being so low! It's just fun and makes you want to move. I find myself fanning myself with she says "Hot hot hot" 4 stars
Crazy: Gnarls Barkley: I had to go to my Grey's Anatomy list to find a song, since this is what inspired this post anyway. This song really makes me want to go West Coast Swing dancing... specifically in Seattle, they have a different WCS scene than Salt Lake does. I was extremely disappointed in the club I went to when I first moved to Utah in 2011. This song is smooth and lets you groove. 4 Stars
No Matta What (Party All Night Long): Toya: This is a song from my dance mix from 2001 or something... I have no idea where I got it.... But its a silly fun song, especially good on Fridays! 2 stars
Need Your Around: Smoking Popes: This is from the Clueless soundtrack, and it is just a great song to jump around to, shake your head, and go a little crazy. It's also a sweet little love song. Three Stars.
No Sleep Tonight: The Faders: I remember when this song was on the radio, I would blast it in my car and give one of the best car dances you ever saw! And then it was in She's The Man, which is just such a fun movie. (Please come back Amanda Bynes...) This song is cheeky and sassy, makes you want to jump off the furniture in your house, and give a real good shake, some nice body rolls and an incredible ending pose. 5 Stars.
Paris (Ooh La La): Grace Potter: This is one of my favorites lately, its a good hip shakin' tune, a little retro, a lot rock and roll, and totally fun. This is one song you'll want to grab your hairbrush or remote and let your inner rockstar shine. I love the music video for its musicality, though it is a little vegas showgirl-y or burlesque in nature. 5 Stars.
Green Garden: Laura Mvula: First off, you want to clap right along to this song... then you think you're a runway model stomping it out, then you just melt into the music and let it transport you. The music video is great too. I love her background singers. 4 Stars
Beggin': Madcon: I have choreographed to this song in my head. If I had ever auditioned for So You Think You Can Dance, it would have been to this song. Since a major part of the song is "Beggin you to put your loving hand out darlin" I would incorporate a lot of moves that don't use my hand, elbow spins, knee catches, neck rolls, and then towards the end I would start using my hands more, and we would end in a cute pose showing I do love him. It's a funky and fun tune. 4 stars.
I Could Break Your Heart Any Day Of The Week: Mandy Moore: This is a sassy and cheeky song, and of course I need a little bit of Mandy in this playlist. The music video doesn't make a lot of sense to me... but she looks great so... 3 stars.
Show Stopper: Show Stopper: A total throwback to 2006, dancing in my roommate Katie's room where she, a total sporty and cowgirl trying to teach me and our other roommate, sweet Trish, how to drop it. We got ghetto and this is a classic song for me. This song has a total "Revertago" syndrome (refer to How I Met Your Mother) 2 Stars
Single Ladies: Beyonce: Duh. 5 Stars.
What are some of your favorite songs to dance to?
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
World Spins Madly On
World Spins Madly On: The Weepies: My brother in law Zach is obsessed with music like I am, and it was about time we met! He mentioned loving this band, and I already had a song by them. As we listened I noticed how clean the music was, in a crisp and beautiful way. Her voice is unique, the harmonies are lovely. This song is one of their sadder songs, where it doesn't matter what you do... the world goes on. 4 Stars.
Now That I've Found You: Alison Krauss: Okay, I liked a little country, some blue grass... I love this song for being in my favorite Girl Power Chick Flick... Heartbreakers. There is something so mesmerizing about Alison's voice. This is one of the ultimate dancing in the kitchen songs. It is also on my computer because of a couple I was teaching dance to at my internship with Arthur Murray back in 2007, they had this as a potential wedding song. It is a good rumba, great song, 4 Stars.
Mr. Saxobeat: Alexandra Stan: This is just a great summer tune, I first heard it from Just Dance or one of those dance games, it has a fun beat and I think it would be good to run to as well. It is almost repetitive to a point of annoying, but not... 2 Stars.
Brick by Boring Brick: Paramore: Ahh the perfect blend of angst, guitar and a girlie voice... while I like it, it isn't my favorite song by them.. and her voice gets too loud at times (probably just my copy or computer...) But I will get rid of this one.
Heart Break Lullaby: S Club 7: I think I put this on a CD for my dance party birthday when I was 15 or 16... It was a great party! I had cleaned my dad's garage, hung Christmas lights.... but if this song is an indicator of the party... I would be surprised by how long everyone stayed! But this song is not an indicator, the party was a blast... I think I can get rid of this song.
Follow Through: Hotel Lights: This is a song from my Grey's Anatomy playlist. I remember making a word document with all of the songs they had listed for each episode and I would go through and download them... I like this guy's voice, I like some of the lyrics, "If you're leaving then leave" He is just asking for you to follow through on what you say. Overall I am not feeling a big connection with this song.
Give It Up: Sean Paul: This is a Samba. I have this from a girl at the studio I did my internship at, she wanted to learn some dances to more contemporary music and had brought this in on a mix. Another song I think I can live without, if I wanted to keep contemporary music for ballroom I think this one is a little outdated so...
Unlike Me: Kate Havnevik: Another from the Greys Anatomy mix, this is a haunting and mesmerizing song to me. The music builds and becomes so intense, only to drop out... It isn't one I will turn to a lot on it's own, but I want to keep it. 2 Stars.
Journey To The Past: Liz Callaway: Anastasia Soundtrack: This is one of my favorite animated movies, and I have such a strong connection to it since I have not only been to Russia but also to the Summer Palace Anastasia would visit... 2 Stars.
Crying Shame: Get Set Go: Another from the Grey's Anatomy playlist... they have some really punchy songs, this one is more tame...I can relate to the depressed tones in this song, sometimes you don't want to get out of bed, you don't want to look for a job.. Not my favorite.
Can U Keep Up?: Beyonce: I think this is a great song for running, it is upbeat, has a good pace to it. It also sounds like a marching band in the background, which is kind of fun. I will put this in my workout playlist, 2 Stars.
Ghost: James Vincent McMorrow: Twilight Breaking Dawn Part 2 Soundtrack: I like how thin this song is, how it floats in the air above your ears... I think I might just keep it with this soundtrack, but 2 Stars.
A Good Thing: Saint Etienne: Another from the Grey's playlist (this post is full of them!) This song makes me think of it as Euro Pop (not that I know what that is) But it just seems a little bubbly, has an accent. I like the story it is telling. 1 Star.
Canned Heat: Jamiroquai: I know this song is famous because of Napoleon Dynamite... but I knew about it from Center Stage (which started my dream of being a ballerina dancing to linkin park... don't ask.) This song is best listened to when home alone, doors locked, floor cleared and volume UP! Makes me think of my roommates from Hillcrest, when taking a note from Grey's Anatomy we would just "Dance it Out" Ahh such good memories, good song... 4 Stars.
Ramalama (Bang Bang): Roisin Murphy: Guess what? Another Grey's Anatomy Song! (honestly, I pressed shuffle.) I love how quirky this song is. I once was in a contemporary dance class and my partner and I danced to this as photographers and high fashion models. Rats... I don't have a video to link to... but I do have one of my beloved Pacific Ballroom Dance team doing a samba to it! Fun, quirky, 3 Stars. Oh, Also Wade Robson choreographed a dance to it for So You Think You Can Dance.
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Now That I've Found You: Alison Krauss: Okay, I liked a little country, some blue grass... I love this song for being in my favorite Girl Power Chick Flick... Heartbreakers. There is something so mesmerizing about Alison's voice. This is one of the ultimate dancing in the kitchen songs. It is also on my computer because of a couple I was teaching dance to at my internship with Arthur Murray back in 2007, they had this as a potential wedding song. It is a good rumba, great song, 4 Stars.
Mr. Saxobeat: Alexandra Stan: This is just a great summer tune, I first heard it from Just Dance or one of those dance games, it has a fun beat and I think it would be good to run to as well. It is almost repetitive to a point of annoying, but not... 2 Stars.
Brick by Boring Brick: Paramore: Ahh the perfect blend of angst, guitar and a girlie voice... while I like it, it isn't my favorite song by them.. and her voice gets too loud at times (probably just my copy or computer...) But I will get rid of this one.
Heart Break Lullaby: S Club 7: I think I put this on a CD for my dance party birthday when I was 15 or 16... It was a great party! I had cleaned my dad's garage, hung Christmas lights.... but if this song is an indicator of the party... I would be surprised by how long everyone stayed! But this song is not an indicator, the party was a blast... I think I can get rid of this song.
Follow Through: Hotel Lights: This is a song from my Grey's Anatomy playlist. I remember making a word document with all of the songs they had listed for each episode and I would go through and download them... I like this guy's voice, I like some of the lyrics, "If you're leaving then leave" He is just asking for you to follow through on what you say. Overall I am not feeling a big connection with this song.
Give It Up: Sean Paul: This is a Samba. I have this from a girl at the studio I did my internship at, she wanted to learn some dances to more contemporary music and had brought this in on a mix. Another song I think I can live without, if I wanted to keep contemporary music for ballroom I think this one is a little outdated so...
Unlike Me: Kate Havnevik: Another from the Greys Anatomy mix, this is a haunting and mesmerizing song to me. The music builds and becomes so intense, only to drop out... It isn't one I will turn to a lot on it's own, but I want to keep it. 2 Stars.
Journey To The Past: Liz Callaway: Anastasia Soundtrack: This is one of my favorite animated movies, and I have such a strong connection to it since I have not only been to Russia but also to the Summer Palace Anastasia would visit... 2 Stars.
Crying Shame: Get Set Go: Another from the Grey's Anatomy playlist... they have some really punchy songs, this one is more tame...I can relate to the depressed tones in this song, sometimes you don't want to get out of bed, you don't want to look for a job.. Not my favorite.
Can U Keep Up?: Beyonce: I think this is a great song for running, it is upbeat, has a good pace to it. It also sounds like a marching band in the background, which is kind of fun. I will put this in my workout playlist, 2 Stars.
Ghost: James Vincent McMorrow: Twilight Breaking Dawn Part 2 Soundtrack: I like how thin this song is, how it floats in the air above your ears... I think I might just keep it with this soundtrack, but 2 Stars.
A Good Thing: Saint Etienne: Another from the Grey's playlist (this post is full of them!) This song makes me think of it as Euro Pop (not that I know what that is) But it just seems a little bubbly, has an accent. I like the story it is telling. 1 Star.
Canned Heat: Jamiroquai: I know this song is famous because of Napoleon Dynamite... but I knew about it from Center Stage (which started my dream of being a ballerina dancing to linkin park... don't ask.) This song is best listened to when home alone, doors locked, floor cleared and volume UP! Makes me think of my roommates from Hillcrest, when taking a note from Grey's Anatomy we would just "Dance it Out" Ahh such good memories, good song... 4 Stars.
Ramalama (Bang Bang): Roisin Murphy: Guess what? Another Grey's Anatomy Song! (honestly, I pressed shuffle.) I love how quirky this song is. I once was in a contemporary dance class and my partner and I danced to this as photographers and high fashion models. Rats... I don't have a video to link to... but I do have one of my beloved Pacific Ballroom Dance team doing a samba to it! Fun, quirky, 3 Stars. Oh, Also Wade Robson choreographed a dance to it for So You Think You Can Dance.
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Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Richard's Playlist
One of my friends on facebook has sent out a call for a road trip playlist, and I thought to myself... I might as well write one for him here on my blog! I will try to use all songs from my personal collection, but I might deviate too. So, without further ado, Here is the list of song types he wanted and my responses.
1. Song that makes you think of a National Park: first song that comes to mind is Biggest Ball of Twine, I do not have this song in my collection. It isn't so much about a National Park as it is about a tourist attraction... but similar! Songs in my collection... I would choose Saturday In the Park by Chicago.
2. Song from your Birth Year: First song I think of is Walking on Sunshine, but I actually can't stand it! My mom said it always reminds her of me... and yet, I do not like the song. Rock Me Amadeus by Falco would be my pick, or from my collection I'd say Take My Breath Away by Berlin.
3. and: Well, I can't decide if this is a typo or not... but lets think of a song with AND in the title. AND If My Heart Should Somehow Stop by James Vincent McMorrow, maybe its not the best road trip fast paced song... but a beautiful song. I think I listened to this song a million times the summer of 2011. Bennie AND the Jets, Elton John or I would go with Saints AND Sailors, by Dashboard Confessional... though, I have heard on a good playlist you never have the same artist twice, and they are in my next pick...
4. Same song by TWO different artists: Screaming Infidelities by Dashboard Confessional and Joanna. I LOVE her rendition, and it is a classic song, for the 2000's at least.
5. Song of Summer: Crush by Jennifer Paige, No Sleep Tonight by the Faders.
6. A Duet: Come What May by Ewan McGregor and Nicole Kidman. Beautiful. I also think of You're So Vain, originally by Carly Simon, but I am thinking of the version from How To Lose A Guy in Ten Days with Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey. Come Along by Cee Lo Green and Vicci Martinez.
7. A Friendship Song: Don't Let Your Enemies become Friends by The Spill Canvas, You're my Best Friend by Queen, or Tell All My Friends I'm Dead by New Found Glory
8. Song w/ a Color: Too obvious, Yellow by Coldplay or Dark Blue by Jack's Mannequin.
9. Song that reminds you of Richard Templeman: I Think I Love You by David Cassidy, in 10th grade Richard and I were in the film class together, and we paired up to make a music video, and we chose this song, though I think we had a different version of it? Either way, it makes me think of Richard and our one day romance... ahh...
10. Song that reminds you of Kelly Tolley: Well, I don't even know this girl cause Richard met her sometime after we had move apart... but the song Legs by ZZ Top keeps coming to my mind...
11. A Song about Working: All The Small Things by Blink 182, "work sucks! Carry me home..."
12. A song about Vacation: Miami by Will Smith. DUH.
13. Favorite Disney Song: Won't Say I'm In Love by Meg from Hurcules or anything from Tangled.
14. A Medley (aka Mash Up): Not My Name and Hey Mickey
15. Favorite Broadway Song: SISTERS White Christmas!
16. Favorite TV Show theme Song: Here With Me by Dido, theme song from Roswell. FAVORITE.
17. Traveling Song: Daisy Cutter or India Ink by 311, not so much songs about vacation, but they make me think of road trips.
18. A Jewish Song: Rich Girl by Gwen Stefani
19. A Grunge or Hipster Song: Elevator Love Letter by Stars
20 A PRIDE Song: Waka Waka by Shakira I don't know why this one makes me think so much of Pride, but it does... Or Wave Your Flag by K'naan
1. Song that makes you think of a National Park: first song that comes to mind is Biggest Ball of Twine, I do not have this song in my collection. It isn't so much about a National Park as it is about a tourist attraction... but similar! Songs in my collection... I would choose Saturday In the Park by Chicago.
2. Song from your Birth Year: First song I think of is Walking on Sunshine, but I actually can't stand it! My mom said it always reminds her of me... and yet, I do not like the song. Rock Me Amadeus by Falco would be my pick, or from my collection I'd say Take My Breath Away by Berlin.
3. and: Well, I can't decide if this is a typo or not... but lets think of a song with AND in the title. AND If My Heart Should Somehow Stop by James Vincent McMorrow, maybe its not the best road trip fast paced song... but a beautiful song. I think I listened to this song a million times the summer of 2011. Bennie AND the Jets, Elton John or I would go with Saints AND Sailors, by Dashboard Confessional... though, I have heard on a good playlist you never have the same artist twice, and they are in my next pick...
4. Same song by TWO different artists: Screaming Infidelities by Dashboard Confessional and Joanna. I LOVE her rendition, and it is a classic song, for the 2000's at least.
5. Song of Summer: Crush by Jennifer Paige, No Sleep Tonight by the Faders.
6. A Duet: Come What May by Ewan McGregor and Nicole Kidman. Beautiful. I also think of You're So Vain, originally by Carly Simon, but I am thinking of the version from How To Lose A Guy in Ten Days with Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey. Come Along by Cee Lo Green and Vicci Martinez.
7. A Friendship Song: Don't Let Your Enemies become Friends by The Spill Canvas, You're my Best Friend by Queen, or Tell All My Friends I'm Dead by New Found Glory
8. Song w/ a Color: Too obvious, Yellow by Coldplay or Dark Blue by Jack's Mannequin.
9. Song that reminds you of Richard Templeman: I Think I Love You by David Cassidy, in 10th grade Richard and I were in the film class together, and we paired up to make a music video, and we chose this song, though I think we had a different version of it? Either way, it makes me think of Richard and our one day romance... ahh...
10. Song that reminds you of Kelly Tolley: Well, I don't even know this girl cause Richard met her sometime after we had move apart... but the song Legs by ZZ Top keeps coming to my mind...
11. A Song about Working: All The Small Things by Blink 182, "work sucks! Carry me home..."
12. A song about Vacation: Miami by Will Smith. DUH.
13. Favorite Disney Song: Won't Say I'm In Love by Meg from Hurcules or anything from Tangled.
14. A Medley (aka Mash Up): Not My Name and Hey Mickey
15. Favorite Broadway Song: SISTERS White Christmas!
16. Favorite TV Show theme Song: Here With Me by Dido, theme song from Roswell. FAVORITE.
17. Traveling Song: Daisy Cutter or India Ink by 311, not so much songs about vacation, but they make me think of road trips.
18. A Jewish Song: Rich Girl by Gwen Stefani
19. A Grunge or Hipster Song: Elevator Love Letter by Stars
20 A PRIDE Song: Waka Waka by Shakira I don't know why this one makes me think so much of Pride, but it does... Or Wave Your Flag by K'naan
Monday, June 17, 2013
Connect the Dots
Dan and Marie Melody: Sondre Lerche: Dan In Real Life Soundtrack: I should probably just rate all of the songs in this soundtrack together... but I won't. It's a good soundtrack and mostly done all by Sondre, this is a short little song, One star, keeping it with the soundtrack.
Klimbim: Don Ross: This is from a dance show soundtrack, BYU-Idaho Collegiate showcase 2008. It's actually not a bad song, good for background music when you're studying or cleaning, you know how sometimes you need a break from singing and you just need a song to listen to while you're getting nostalgic looking through old photos when you're suppose to be cleaning? Yeah. And I found out the name of this song through using SoundHound, it was free and I basically don't get an app if it isn't free. Haha. One Star.
Another Dumb Blonde: Hoku: Oh Disney channel, you were so good at introducing me to some crazy stuff... This is just a classic song that I won't part with. Especially since I've been a blonde for a long time. The music video is just... perfect. The dancing... so terrible! One Star, and I am really only keeping this one cause it is funny... and funny that I know all the words. This one goes into the Cheesy Girlie Mix.
Connect the Dots: The Spill Canvas: This song is actually kind of seductive. Makes me think of the movie Serendipity, where she has freckles on her arm in the shape of Cassiopeia, and he traces them, connecting the dots. Two Stars.
Phantom Limb: The Shins: I definitely through myself into loving this band because of a guy I dated. I also did like a song they had on the Garden State Soundtrack. And I liked that it was a band my brother also liked, not a common thing for him and me to have similar music tastes. The music isn't bad, I sing along a little, The question is now, do I have any connection? Its smooth and makes me think it would be a good beach tune. One Star.
Cough Syrup: Young the Giant: I don't know what it is about this song that just draws me in, but I love it! It's easy to sing along to. The music video has a lot of elements I really like, the Rorschach fish tank, the speakers with water, the glitter, those swimsuits, the water balloons and tennis rackets and baseball bats! I appreciate the creativity. Three Stars.
Forever: Vertical Horizon: I loved their first album, listened to it religiously almost. And I never took the time or got the chance or something, to do that with this album, I don't recall when I got this one, but I still haven't heard all the songs. This song is sweet, I really like the chorus. One Star.
Waltz #2: Elliot Smith: It's a waltz, and you don't hear many songs like that outside of the ballroom. I like it, its a little sad, a little romantic... Two stars.
Something: The Beatles: this is a slow and sultry type song. Harrison and I really enjoyed this part of the Cirque du Solei LOVE show. Two Stars. (not my favorite, but I do like it.)
At Last: Etta James: Soulful, sultry, classic. It's a great song, incredible vocals, and I have listed it under my Dancing in the kitchen playlist, also a good ballroom song. Three Stars.
Klimbim: Don Ross: This is from a dance show soundtrack, BYU-Idaho Collegiate showcase 2008. It's actually not a bad song, good for background music when you're studying or cleaning, you know how sometimes you need a break from singing and you just need a song to listen to while you're getting nostalgic looking through old photos when you're suppose to be cleaning? Yeah. And I found out the name of this song through using SoundHound, it was free and I basically don't get an app if it isn't free. Haha. One Star.
Another Dumb Blonde: Hoku: Oh Disney channel, you were so good at introducing me to some crazy stuff... This is just a classic song that I won't part with. Especially since I've been a blonde for a long time. The music video is just... perfect. The dancing... so terrible! One Star, and I am really only keeping this one cause it is funny... and funny that I know all the words. This one goes into the Cheesy Girlie Mix.
Connect the Dots: The Spill Canvas: This song is actually kind of seductive. Makes me think of the movie Serendipity, where she has freckles on her arm in the shape of Cassiopeia, and he traces them, connecting the dots. Two Stars.
Phantom Limb: The Shins: I definitely through myself into loving this band because of a guy I dated. I also did like a song they had on the Garden State Soundtrack. And I liked that it was a band my brother also liked, not a common thing for him and me to have similar music tastes. The music isn't bad, I sing along a little, The question is now, do I have any connection? Its smooth and makes me think it would be a good beach tune. One Star.
Cough Syrup: Young the Giant: I don't know what it is about this song that just draws me in, but I love it! It's easy to sing along to. The music video has a lot of elements I really like, the Rorschach fish tank, the speakers with water, the glitter, those swimsuits, the water balloons and tennis rackets and baseball bats! I appreciate the creativity. Three Stars.
Forever: Vertical Horizon: I loved their first album, listened to it religiously almost. And I never took the time or got the chance or something, to do that with this album, I don't recall when I got this one, but I still haven't heard all the songs. This song is sweet, I really like the chorus. One Star.
Waltz #2: Elliot Smith: It's a waltz, and you don't hear many songs like that outside of the ballroom. I like it, its a little sad, a little romantic... Two stars.
Something: The Beatles: this is a slow and sultry type song. Harrison and I really enjoyed this part of the Cirque du Solei LOVE show. Two Stars. (not my favorite, but I do like it.)
At Last: Etta James: Soulful, sultry, classic. It's a great song, incredible vocals, and I have listed it under my Dancing in the kitchen playlist, also a good ballroom song. Three Stars.
Wednesday, June 5, 2013
Hey Stranger
Eyes on Fire: Blue Foundation: Twilight Soundtrack: This song takes me right to the movie, I feel the dark greys, deep greens, and a little red come up around me. It's not really a song I see myself turning to on it's own, but I think it is one I will keep, One star.
Whisper: Evanescence: As soon as this song started I thought, I bet I will delete this one. Evanescence was such a phase of my life... tied to an ex-boyfriend and overall I just don't love how dark their music is to me now. Her voice is beautiful, I don't argue that. And overall I think this song is a lot lighter than some of her stuff... but I just don't feel like I need to keep it.
Lock Your Heart Down: Churchill: ahhhh! One of my new favorites! It's just fresh and clean and happy, so sweet. It's so easy to sing along to, kind of a kitchen dancing slow song, but a little more country and upbeat, it just makes me happy. Four Stars.
Too Slow To Ride: Nina Gordon: I really do enjoy this whole album by Nina, it takes me back to high school, to reading the Fearless series. It is a lonesome song, I can see myself turning to this when I am feeling sad or moody and need something good to sing along to (if Mandy isn't cutting it ya know...) Three Stars.
Let's Dance: Vanessa Hudgens: Another song that I don't know how I got. No, I am not embarrassed and saying oh how did I get this! but, honest, do not know where it came from. It is kind of fun, but it seems to be a little too much whispering, like I am waiting for it to pop... but it is staying a little subdued. One Star... could be good on a workout mix or as a warmup song for dancing.
Hey Stranger: Mêlée: I like this guy's voice. I learned of this band based off a CD my friend Sarah got from our community college, the song was called Francesca, and I decided to buy this whole cd based off of liking that song. It's a pretty easy song, good for a road trip, Two stars. Oh yeah, it kind of stops and then has a trailing ending... don't totally love that part of it.
Reflections: Mae: This is one of my favorite bands, and mark my words, I will one day name a child with the name Mae. This song is a little slower, but I still like it. I really like the line, "tonight I'll wake up twice and both times find your gone" I like the idea of reflections. Two Stars.
Wait: Get Set Go: This is one from my Grey's Anatomy collection. Kind of a cute and simple song, makes me think of this guy I was obsessed with, Devo, and wanting to run over to his place and like in She's The Man, kiss him, kiss the crap out of him, but I waited. And waited. And he never kissed me, and he was gone. (Which ended up being just fine as I married an incredible man.) One Star.
Cold War Transmissions: Anberlin: I can't tell you how many times I played this on the overnight bus we had to take in Russia one night... One of my favorites, obviously a good road trip song... haha Three stars.
Here We Go: Joshua Radin: Well I got really into Joshua Radin the summer of 2011. My love for a man named "George" turned me to Joshua, and I was almost religious in my listening to him... haha Now, this does not mean I love all his stuff. Luckily I do enjoy this one, it seems like the kind of a song a movie that a couple had a difficult patch would end with. One Star.
Beginning After The End: Stars: This is actually just an instrumental to start off the CD. It's a nice little instrumental though. With just a little talking at the tail end of the song. One Star.
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Whisper: Evanescence: As soon as this song started I thought, I bet I will delete this one. Evanescence was such a phase of my life... tied to an ex-boyfriend and overall I just don't love how dark their music is to me now. Her voice is beautiful, I don't argue that. And overall I think this song is a lot lighter than some of her stuff... but I just don't feel like I need to keep it.
Lock Your Heart Down: Churchill: ahhhh! One of my new favorites! It's just fresh and clean and happy, so sweet. It's so easy to sing along to, kind of a kitchen dancing slow song, but a little more country and upbeat, it just makes me happy. Four Stars.
Too Slow To Ride: Nina Gordon: I really do enjoy this whole album by Nina, it takes me back to high school, to reading the Fearless series. It is a lonesome song, I can see myself turning to this when I am feeling sad or moody and need something good to sing along to (if Mandy isn't cutting it ya know...) Three Stars.
Let's Dance: Vanessa Hudgens: Another song that I don't know how I got. No, I am not embarrassed and saying oh how did I get this! but, honest, do not know where it came from. It is kind of fun, but it seems to be a little too much whispering, like I am waiting for it to pop... but it is staying a little subdued. One Star... could be good on a workout mix or as a warmup song for dancing.
Hey Stranger: Mêlée: I like this guy's voice. I learned of this band based off a CD my friend Sarah got from our community college, the song was called Francesca, and I decided to buy this whole cd based off of liking that song. It's a pretty easy song, good for a road trip, Two stars. Oh yeah, it kind of stops and then has a trailing ending... don't totally love that part of it.
Reflections: Mae: This is one of my favorite bands, and mark my words, I will one day name a child with the name Mae. This song is a little slower, but I still like it. I really like the line, "tonight I'll wake up twice and both times find your gone" I like the idea of reflections. Two Stars.
Wait: Get Set Go: This is one from my Grey's Anatomy collection. Kind of a cute and simple song, makes me think of this guy I was obsessed with, Devo, and wanting to run over to his place and like in She's The Man, kiss him, kiss the crap out of him, but I waited. And waited. And he never kissed me, and he was gone. (Which ended up being just fine as I married an incredible man.) One Star.
Cold War Transmissions: Anberlin: I can't tell you how many times I played this on the overnight bus we had to take in Russia one night... One of my favorites, obviously a good road trip song... haha Three stars.
Here We Go: Joshua Radin: Well I got really into Joshua Radin the summer of 2011. My love for a man named "George" turned me to Joshua, and I was almost religious in my listening to him... haha Now, this does not mean I love all his stuff. Luckily I do enjoy this one, it seems like the kind of a song a movie that a couple had a difficult patch would end with. One Star.
Beginning After The End: Stars: This is actually just an instrumental to start off the CD. It's a nice little instrumental though. With just a little talking at the tail end of the song. One Star.
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