February 23, 2008

NOTHING: That's all folks.

I was trying to think of something awesome and creative to write about but I've had a terrible headache all day, and I think it's cutting off creative blood circulation or something.
So, sorry I have nothing good to say.
This is lame. I'm going to try and study or something.
Later peeps.

"Tell me, am I right to think that there could be nothing better than making you my bride and slowly growing old together."- Nothing Better by The Postal Service

February 16, 2008

GREEN: Bringing you the love

My Valentine’s Day was super. One because it turned out much nicer than I expected.
Two because I got this CD:

This is seriously the greatest album I’ve ever listened to. I said that about City and Colour’s last record too, but this is possibly even better.
Every single song is so amazingly written and just. . . beautiful. I was really looking forward to this CD’s release, but listening to it even exceeds my expectations.
The tracks cover themes of love, death, and the philosophies of life that very much show the honesty in Dallas Green’s writing. The songs are comprised mainly of Dallas’s raw voice, over strumming acoustic guitars, harmonica, and tambourine.
My personal favourite track is The Girl.
This album is just. . . wow.
If you appreciate really good music, get it. Now.

“You don’t ask for no diamond rings, no delicate strings of pearls. That’s why I wrote this song to sing, my beautiful girl.” - The Girl by City and Colour

February 13, 2008

PATHOS: The Anti-Valentine Playlist

The day before Valentine’s day. No date? No one to love? Recently heartbroken? Planning on spending Valentine’s feeling pathetic and lonely? No problem. I’ve got you covered my people. If you’re one of those who likes to listen to music that is in sympathy with your mood, you’ve found the perfect fourteen songs to listen to tomorrow night. Here they are, for your enjoyment...?

14 Songs for a Crappy Valentine’s Day:
1. Happy Ending- Mika
2. You’re So Last Summer- Taking Back Sunday
3. Lover I Don’t Have to Love- Bright Eyes
4. We Get On- Kate Nash
5. Almost Lover- A Fine Frenzy
6. The Blower’s Daughter- Damien Rice
7. Hallelujah- Jeff Buckley
8. We Might As Well Be Strangers- Keane
9. If You Leave- Nada Surf
10. A Lack of Color- Death Cab for Cutie
11. Foolish Games- Jewel
12. The Boy Who Blocked His Own Shot- Brand New
13. Day Old Hate- City and Colour
14. Everything We Had- The Academy Is...

So there you have it. I hope that if even if you feel terrible, you have an at least decent day tomorrow. And don’t worry things may seem bad now, but everything will be okay in the end. So if it’s not okay, it’s not the end. My inspirational words for today.

“So you're gone and I'm haunted, and I bet you are just fine. Did I make it that easy to walk right in and out of my life?” - Almost Lover by A Fine Frenzy

February 12, 2008

HEARTS: Valentine's Day Playlist

Only a few days left until Valentine’s Day, therefore I have compliled my list of fourteen compulsory love-y songs, perfect for a mix tape for your Valentine or just to listen to on this day for all things love.

14 Songs for a Happy Valentine’s Day:
1. I Will Follow You into the Dark- Death Cab for Cutie
2. Forever Young- Youth Group
3.To Be Alone With You- Sufjan Stevens
4. Eternal Flame- The Bangles
5. Stolen- Dashboard Confessional
6. Something Pretty- Patrick Park
7. 4am- Our Lady Peace
8. For Once In My Life- Frank Sinatra
9. You’re My Best Friend- Queen
10. I’ll Stand By You- The Pretenders
11. Eight Days A Week- The Beatles
12. Such Great Heights- Iron & Wine
13. Sometimes (I Wish)- City and Colour
14. First Day of My Life- Bright Eyes

Coming tomorrow: 14 Songs for a Crappy Valentine’s Day.

“And if I don’t make it know that I loved you all along.” - 4am by Our Lady Peace

February 7, 2008

TITLE: Coolest Album Cover Ever


This is the coolest thing I've ever seen. I got this CD almost a year ago; it still amazes me though.
It may not look very cool to you, but if you have the CD or if you happen to buy it, you'll understand.
It's Bright Eyes- Cassadaga. Look it up, yo.

"There may not be another way to your heart, so I guess I’d better find a new way in."- Shiver by Maroon 5

February 2, 2008

CELEBRATE: God, I hate this month

Welcome to February, the strangest of all months! 'Strange?,' you may ask, and I will answer. For one, it’s spelt fe-BRU-ary, but pronounced by most as FEB-u-ary. . . not quite sure why. It also has only 28 days, contrary to the other month’s 30 or 31. Though, this February is even stranger, because it’s a leap year, therefore it has 29 days. As well, February is home to some of the most useless holidays such as Groundhog Day (today) and my personal least favourite, Valentine’s Day. Hopefully no offense taken to those of you who happen to be very fond of furry hibernating rodents predicting weather, or nauseating frills, hearts, candy and chocolate, cheesy cards, teddy bears with ‘I Love you’ messages, flowers, and sickening amounts of pink.
So what can you expect to be reading from me in February? Well, some Valentine’s playlists for whatever your situation, as well as something about album covers, and maybe even a few interesting test for your musical knowledge. Sounds fun? Well I hope so ‘cause we all need something to get us through this ridiculous tumult of a month.
So in conclusion, Happy freakin’ Fe-BRU-ary everybody.

“Oh elope with me in private and we'll set something ablaze; a trail for the devil to erase.” - Piazza, New York Catcher by Belle and Sebastian