It's been a while since I posted the new music I've been listening to. As always, most of these discoveries happen via XM radio, which I love. It's like Tivo — I can't imagine ever going back to regular radio (or regular TV).
The Rat by Dead Confederate
My Own Worst Enemy by Stereophonics
The Rake's Song by Decemberists (I feel compelled to warn you that this is a pretty disturbing song. I don't even normally like The Decemberists. That said, there's a free download of this song at www.decemberists.com.)
Supermassive Black Hole by Muse
Grapevine Fires by Death Cab for Cutie
1901 by Phoenix
I Know What I Am by Band of Skulls
Always Where I Need to Be by The Kooks
Microphone by Coconut Records
Disclaimer: I listen to these songs on the radio, so I'm not endorsing the content of these videos. In most cases, I haven't even watched them (who has time to watch videos what with all the sewing, blogging, cooking, and general life-living!?) These links are just so you can check out the music.
Enjoy!
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Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Friday, March 20, 2009
New(ish) Music
Lately I’ve been changing the channel on my XM radio from my usual 80s to the “alternative” channel. I discovered all but the first of these songs there. I was turned on to the first song on the list by my amazing, talented, sweet, 18-year-old step brother who played a version of it for me on my dad’s guitar a few weeks ago. It’s definitely the most mellow of the bunch. I tried to put them in an order that wouldn’t be too bizarre if you listened straight through. What they share is an ability to get lodged in my head for days at a time.
A bit of trivia: the woman singing in the Puscifer song is Milla Jovovich, the model/actor who held the fate of the world in her hands in the movie The Fifth Element (which I hated the first time I saw it, and loved the second and third!).
And, yes, I’ve noticed that several of these songs have sickness and/or death as the theme. No, I’m not sick or depressed — I just think they rock. But thanks for your concern. ;-)
Casimir Pulaski Day by Sufjan Stevens
The Mission by Pusicfer
Over and Out by Alkeline Trio
Time To Pretend by MGMT
Ghetto Love by Spinnerette
Ghost Town by Shiny Toy Guns
A bit of trivia: the woman singing in the Puscifer song is Milla Jovovich, the model/actor who held the fate of the world in her hands in the movie The Fifth Element (which I hated the first time I saw it, and loved the second and third!).
And, yes, I’ve noticed that several of these songs have sickness and/or death as the theme. No, I’m not sick or depressed — I just think they rock. But thanks for your concern. ;-)
Casimir Pulaski Day by Sufjan Stevens
The Mission by Pusicfer
Over and Out by Alkeline Trio
Time To Pretend by MGMT
Ghetto Love by Spinnerette
Ghost Town by Shiny Toy Guns
Friday, January 30, 2009
Music that Makes Me Happy
I was just dancing around my office like the 80s girl that I am when it occurred to me to share my happiness with you. A word of caution though: I am old-school 80s. If that's not your thing, then this may not be your bliss. But it sure is mine. Have a go, and see if it doesn't make you get up and dance too!
Madame Butterfly by Malcolm McLaren
Ok, the video here is tremendously boring and a bit bizarre. Just ignore it and dance! This is definitely one of my top 10 favorite dance songs ever. I simply cannot not dance to this.
The Magician by Secession
Honestly, I think this is one of best unknown dance songs ever. Also in my top 10. No video here either.
Girl in Trouble (Is a Temporary Thing) by Romeo Void
Bad 80s video, great song!
Whole of the Moon by The Waterboys
This came on the radio the other day and I just really loved it. Hadn't thought about it in years, but I guess it's been revived since Mandy Moore did a cover for Wall-E. There's no accompanying video here, but the music's the thing.
Missing from the list of links is How Beautiful You Are by The Cure and She Sells Sanctuary by The Cult, because I coudn't find good quality recordings on YouTube.
And while we're at it, a couple others that may not fall into the above genre, but definitely make me happy whenever I hear them:
Cuts You Up by Peter Murphy
My all time favorite song. Makes me want to dance and cry at the same time (in a good way). I just think the sound is so beautiful.
Me Julie by Ali G and Shaggy
Ok, first of all, how could I not like a song called Me Julie! That aside though, this is hilarious and it has a great sound. If you don't know who Ali G is, have a look here. This just cracks me up. Sort of a novelty song.
I hope one of these songs makes you smile, if for no other reason than that you're amused by my taste in music! Enjoy!
And, just for the record, my 3-year-old daughter prefers this!
Madame Butterfly by Malcolm McLaren
Ok, the video here is tremendously boring and a bit bizarre. Just ignore it and dance! This is definitely one of my top 10 favorite dance songs ever. I simply cannot not dance to this.
The Magician by Secession
Honestly, I think this is one of best unknown dance songs ever. Also in my top 10. No video here either.
Girl in Trouble (Is a Temporary Thing) by Romeo Void
Bad 80s video, great song!
Whole of the Moon by The Waterboys
This came on the radio the other day and I just really loved it. Hadn't thought about it in years, but I guess it's been revived since Mandy Moore did a cover for Wall-E. There's no accompanying video here, but the music's the thing.
Missing from the list of links is How Beautiful You Are by The Cure and She Sells Sanctuary by The Cult, because I coudn't find good quality recordings on YouTube.
And while we're at it, a couple others that may not fall into the above genre, but definitely make me happy whenever I hear them:
Cuts You Up by Peter Murphy
My all time favorite song. Makes me want to dance and cry at the same time (in a good way). I just think the sound is so beautiful.
Me Julie by Ali G and Shaggy
Ok, first of all, how could I not like a song called Me Julie! That aside though, this is hilarious and it has a great sound. If you don't know who Ali G is, have a look here. This just cracks me up. Sort of a novelty song.
I hope one of these songs makes you smile, if for no other reason than that you're amused by my taste in music! Enjoy!
And, just for the record, my 3-year-old daughter prefers this!
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