Friday, April 26, 2013

Saturday In The Park

Don't Leave Me: All American Rejects: I enjoy songs that have a little bit of counting and rhyming off of it. This song reminds me of high school and college, road trips and boys. One Star

Do It: Spice Girls: Well I like the Spice Girls... but this song... it doesn't really have anything for me.

I Got You: Train: It's funny, for some reason I had HATED Train for forever! Then I stopped. But that doesn't mean I love all of their songs.. This song is basically a remix of Black Water by the Doobie Brothers. It's a fine song, it's sunny and warm, but I am not loving it. (and I know my husband has it)

Running on Sunshine: Jesus Jackson: Talking about a sunny and warm song! This is a groovy song that makes you want to dance (at least me...) I like the slide on whatever instrument that is... and it is a fun song. Three Stars



Audrey, Start The Revolution: Anberlin: I really like this band! I like the hard way the instruments are played, and then it is soft... This song is really just a love song. Two Stars.

Mother Mother: The Veronicas: I don't recall listening to this song much when I got the CD... and it doesn't connect to me. 

Gold: Owl City: My husband loves Owl City, so I think I got this from him... I like Owl City because one of my nephew's favorite songs was Fireflies and I thought it was adorable how he loved it so much. This song is actually pretty sweet. One Star.

Golden Years: David Bowie: I got this song because I loved it in A Knight's Tale, it's cooky, funky, and fun. One Star.

You Got What I Need: Joshua Radin: Ahh the summer of 2011... magical romances of what could not be... This is a good kitchen dancing song, takes me back to 2007 when I did an internship at a dance studio and me and the other intern would close the studio, turn off the lights and turn the music up... Four Stars.

Crash Course: Spill Canvas: Oh my goodness! I love this song! It's upbeat and fun, it is summer in a song, just fun and sweet, the lyrics are really cute. "Collision unavoidable" Perfect for love.  Four Stars.

Waiting: The Rocket Summer: I don't know how I got this song, but it seems light and cute, his voice is slightly whiny, but I am enjoying the song... One star.

Evidence: Jimmy Eat World: Haven't listened to this song much since I got the CD, well actually haven't listened to Jimmy since I got the cd... It's always good stuff, I guess I just have to be in the mood for it which isn't too often... This seems to be a good song. One Star. 

He's Not A Boy: The Like: This song is spunky and fun, so I got the whole CD... should have just stuck with this song, I really like the retro feel of this one, the music video is just a party. One Star.

Saturday In The Park: Chicago: This is one of my mom's favorite songs, I think I got it one time for a road trip I knew she and I would be taking. It is another fresh and light song, talking of good times and it's just cute. Three Stars.

Pressed in a Book: The Shins: I am conflicted here. This song is kind of fun, but I don't entirely love this band due to an ex-boyfriend who did love them. One Star...

The Forecast: Jason Mraz: I was skeptical when this one came up cause I am not the biggest fan of Mr. AZ... but I enjoy this one. I like all of the talk of the weather (this should have been in my Rain playlist!) It's a light and breezy song, makes me think of sitting in a coffee shop while reading, just content to pass time. Two Stars.


16 Songs Reviewed


Friday, April 12, 2013

Recent Downloads

Because of this dance (you have to watch the back story.. I was crying. She's legally blind, but has a dance internship at Julliard... and is incredible.) I had to get the song, Stars by Grace Potter and the Nocturnals. And after having listened to that song, I saw another that I thought I might like cause I typically enjoy songs about Paris, and Paris (Ooh La La) was what I wanted. Part of the background music sounds familiar but I don't know from where...

Love on Top, Beyonce: I love the power behind this song, she seems to attack the song, but it is so good, catchy, and fun.

ZZ Ward's whole CD, Til The Casket Drops

Some free songs, Running for Cover: Ivan and Alyosha and then Dark to Light: Telekinesis

Reviews to come...

Secret Oath

1000 Miles: Vanessa Carlton: This seemed to be THE song of 2002. I like the piano, so her music video is kind of fun. This song reminds me of the guy I went to my first Prom with, lets call him "Dustin". I think sometimes my mom would drive us somewhere and we would hold hands in the back seat, and that's the memory I have of this song. Also, that scene in White Chicks. Not to mention this scene in White Chicks. That alone has made me exclaim: This is MY Jam whenever a commercial, classical music, or anything that could be embarrassing come on the radio...
One Star, for nostalgia.

Your Name Here (Sunrise Highway): Straylight Run:  I don't know how, but I have a full album by them... and I don't even know who they are. This song is nice, a sad song a little... It's kind of fun cause it is giving directions to his location, where he will be waiting. One Star.

Stellar: Incubus: I've loved them for awhile, never enough to get a full CD, just songs I have heard on the radio... and I like this one. It is quiet, then it rocks out, just a good piece of alternative music for any collection. Two Stars.

Better Off Dead: New Found Glory: Ahh high school... your ska/punk scene was so lovely! This song is fun and clever when you get to the ending (Just listened to the ending...apparently not this song has the clever ending I was thinking about...). It's good for road trips, for reminiscing, for cleaning the house. (I just now had the thought, what are my kids going to think of all the music I liked? Will I like their music? AHH) Two Stars.

Shake (clean): Yin Yang Twins: The reason I got this song is because of this competition piece. I've always wanted to be spun by my elbow ever since. I think this song is racy, it isn't one that I play often, but I think it has a great back beat, and I enjoy it in my workout mix, it can pump me up. One Star.


Last Love Song: ZZ Ward: Okay, she's my newest obsession. And this song... it's good. She lists off all of the things you and her won't do, all of the things you won't have... no more... it's a heartbreaking realization for her, but it is something she must do, to write this last love song... It's good, and I am obsessed with the Adele meets Fiona Apple type gal from Seattle... (which only strengthens my love for her). Three Stars.


Secret Oath: Spill Canvas: Oh how I love Spill Canvas! I forget about them every once in awhile... and then I hear them again and remember how I love them. I remember playing this CD as my secret way of proclaiming my love to "Dave" (whom I've affectionately referred to as devil dave in the past...) Anyway, I was in love with him in 2007 on my internship, he said it could never be, but would cuddle with me and I was reading mega mixed signals... But I wouldn't stop, just like he says in this song... I LOVE the ending, how he then talks to us, the listener... Three stars.



Obsession: Frankie J: I got this from a roommates mixed CD... it's a chill R&B song, but I'm not feeling a connection.

Say It Ain't So: Weezer: Another song that reminds me about "dave". He would get tired of me playing Spill Canvas on our drive to work, and he loved Weezer... this is a slow song but it is fun, I enjoy the chorus the most. One Star.

Debussie: Daphne Loves Derby: I've loved this band ever since I met the original bassist, Jason, at EFY. I would listen to them through whatever website it was when myspace wasn't as cool and youtube wasn't around, but it was just for upcoming bands... anywho. This is one of their slower songs that I don't love as much, but the lead singer's voice is so smooth. Two Stars.

10 Songs reviewed.

Saturday, March 30, 2013

So Stylistic!

Oh My Love: Inara George: Her voice is so crisp, clear and a little bit retro. It's a slow and sweet little song... from Grey's Anatomy, but I didn't feel a connection to keep it... I might look for some more music by her because I enjoy her sound.

Words Cannot Describe: Mirah: This is a fun little song about love that has a pitter patter sound to it. It's such a short little song too, with a little bit of flute. Two Stars. (goes in my kitchen dancing mix)

Once Upon a December: Liz Callaway, Anastasia Soundtrack: First off, I adore this movie--though it does get a little chaotic and crazy! I had always enjoyed it, but when I went to Russia I loved it even more! Its a good little Viennese Waltz (though overdone...) It really does conjure up some images in my mind when it is playing, and her voice is pretty enjoyable. Two Stars.

Track 4: Tango Mix: I don't know if I will be able to find the name of this one, but it is kind of an electronic song with Tango beats and some Argentine sounds... it is fun and I will keep it for my ballroom playlist, It made me start tapping my toes and itching to go out dancing... hope the Husband doesn't mind!! Oh, Turns out, it is a version of Whatever Lola Wants! Here is a clip of someone dancing to it... Two Stars

So Stylistic!: FannyPack: Okay, this song is silly and awesome and so much fun. I like to play this on roadtrips and use that time to try to learn all the lyrics. I think the work Stylistic is so great! (Thanks Ben, I still like this one) It's an electronic rap by two girls from Brooklyn, they really are stylistic! I'll just give it One Star though, It doesn't get much playtime...

Awake: Josh Groban: First, this is a live concert edition... which I am not naturally as interested in unless I had been there. Second, I had really enjoyed Josh when he first came out, and he is very talented... but I remember my mom getting me the CD and I hadn't asked, so I never actually listened to it, cause you know how you do the pre-listen, trying to hear what parts of songs you are interested in, but there weren't any so I never listened... So, listening to it now, it is a pretty good song... but the cheering crowd in the background is annoying to me. So, I am thinking I might delete this whole CD.

Love Shack: B52's: This is only an obvious song that most everyone will have. It's a fun party song! One Star. (cause its fun but always gets annoying. Is it really 5 minutes long??!)

Reclusion: Anberlin: this has a fun electronic opening then it rocks out. I love Anberlin, especially for road trips cause the music is easy to sing along to. The chorus of this song is haunting--Sins like Skeletons are so very hard to hide...  I think this is usually a pretty good song for running too, has a good beat that can help pump you up.Two Stars.

Sweet Home Alabama: Lynyrd Skynyrd: Such a classic song, a good country dancin' song. Also great for road trips! Three Stars.

Universe and U: KT Tunstall: Its a smooth song, kind of a lullaby. It's a good song, but no connection.

Killer Queen: Queen: Classic, makes you sing along and just feel great! Another great one for road trips. Three Stars.



11 songs in this post

Sunday, March 24, 2013

Nightingale

Somebody to Love: Queen: just a classic rock-opera song. We've all had those times in our lives, looking for someone to love, to share with, it's just so applicable to everyone! 3 stars. It reminds me of this... and makes me smile.

Cubism Dream: Local Natives: Already reviewed, 2 stars.

Addicted: Kelly Clarkson: I remember my 2nd year of college, I was dating a guy who had recently disclosed to me that he was addicted to drugs and alcohol, (I never thought I'd be in a situation like that) I remember listening to this whole CD by Kelly religiously, and I wrote him a letter explaining how each of these songs related to our situation. While he was addicted to substances, I was addicted to him. This song has a haunting quality to it, I still like Kelly overall, but I don't think I need this song anymore.

Brand New Day: Joshua Radin: this song is light, like spring, hopeful and breezy. It makes you want to step outside and take a deep breath in of warmth and sunlight in the air... 3 stars. The music video is fun too!

Angry Situation: Save Ferris: I remember using this song in a video me and my friends in High school, Alyssa and Richard, made for our video production class. It's a fun ska song, but more dark than most ska... and more dark than I am feeling now...

Don't Push Love Away: Juliana Theory: This is a song that you can cry to sometimes... it gives you permission! "She's crying..." I like the blend of all the instruments in here. 2 stars.

Rolling In On a Burning Tire: The Dead Weather: Breaking Dawn Part 2 Soundtrack: This song is dark but enticing... it's smoldering, rich, and also curious. I don't think this is one I will come to on it's own, but I like it with the soundtrack. One Star.

Something I Never Had: Lindsay Lohan: I actually like this one... I can see it being a Viennese Waltz where the partnerships keep changing and no one ends with who they started with... One Star.

Nightingale: Norah Jones:This song is so light and smooth, like a breeze through sheer curtains... a lullaby.  Three Stars.

Satellites: Doves: This song is crazy awesome in headphones! It sounds weightless and makes you feel like you're in outer space, and like the song is just out of reach... Thank you Ben for introducing this song to me in our Frozen Lakes era (2005), I feel like I should find more stuff from them now! Three stars.

10 Songs reviewed in this Post.

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Dark Blue

Dark Blue: Jack's Mannequin: How long have I known, and loved this song... and not seen the music video!?? Too Long, and to be specific, 6 years. (really???) The video confirmed my desire to participate in a danceathon some time... reminded me of summer romance, and made me happy... then melancholy at the end. I like this song because it is happy sounding, but with an undertone of sadness. Three Stars.

Mistake Pageant: Idlewild: Ahh Scotland!  You've done well with this band. I enjoy their sound, they are a little rock and roll, a little indie. I enjoy their lyrics, and the way they layer their sound.  My dear friend Ben introduced me to them in 2005. I rushed out and bought their cd but haven't gone to them too often, and I haven't kept up with them. Two Stars.

The Last Time: Bread: I pride myself on being eclectic, and I actually love Bread. They are the ones who sang the song "Aubrey" for which my sister is named after... but I love this 70s band, with their light feel and heartfelt lyrics. This song is more about them being hurt and giving you one last chance. This album just makes me think of road trips as a kid, it brings back sunshine and happiness. Overall, I think just One Star for this song...

Tailor Made: Colbie Caillat: It's soft and light, seems like a song for spring cleaning, One Star.

Screaming Infidelities: Joanna: I LOVE this cover from Dashboard Confessional.  It is intoxicating to me, speaks to me soul, and is PERFECT for that road trip and when you've been heartbroken. Five Stars.

Good Woman: Cat Power: I like this song. For when you're feeling sad and low, when you're not sure of yourself. I don't entirely love the little kids in it, but at the same time I do. It's kind of a haunting song, but I still need it. Two Stars.

Eclipse (All Yours): Metric: Twilight Soundtrack: I like this one, it has a good flow to it. Its a little slow, it's kind of an empowering love song. Three Stars.

I Knew You Were Trouble: Taylor Swift:  Yeah yeah, whatever... Judge me all you want! This shouldn't come as a surprise to anyone. I enjoy this songs. It's punchy and fun... unfortunately I LOVE this version a lot more...  Two Stars.

Over My Head: The Fray: I always enjoy their songs... but listening now I am wondering how whiny this song sounds... But I am still liking the song, its easy to sing along to, reminds me of Grey's Anatomy (Though I don't think this song is ever on it...) One Star. The music video is kind of fun too.

Depraved: Anberlin: I love this band, but I don't know if I have ever heard this song? It's a little dark, and I still like their voices and the sound, but I am trying to decide if it is darker than I want from them. I am conflicted, not sure if I want to delete it... but I know I have a lot of songs by them that I do love so I won't be losing much by deleting one song... For me the audience seems to be an angry teen who is upset at the world.. someone tell me I'm wrong?

(Technically we made a whole post without cutting a song! If only I could decide about that last one...)  Ten Songs in this Post

Friday, March 8, 2013

Put The Gun Down

New Artist I just heard on the radio and fell in love with...

ZZ Ward with Put The Gun Down

It's fun, I don't know if it is the music video that gives me a southern Louisana vibe... but I like it. Her sound kind of makes me think of Black Horse and a Cherry Tree by KT Tunstall.


I also am enjoying the Alabama Shakes, I saw them a few weeks ago on SNL. I like this song, Hold On, but watching her sing it almost makes me scared... her mouth is just so big!!


So, that's an update on songs I've heard recently and have been enjoying.