P.S. Their new album Contra has been out for a few weeks now and it is quite brilliant. Well done gentlemen. My only complaint? You didn't use this for your album cover.
Have you ever Googled your name? It's kinda weird. I don't have a very common name, but yet I share it with quite a few other people in this world. And now with all these networking sites like Facebook, Twitter and Myspace, I can actually see what these other me's do and see how they live. You half expect them to look like you or like the things you like, but that's not the case. For example, did you know that I am also a makeup artist in New York? Me neither until today. If I used his name(my name) to my advantage, is that identity theft? Not that I would. That seems like too much work. But still can't help but wonder. I don't have a middle name, so maybe that will help make me more unique. What do you think of Game? Or maybe I'll just change my first name. Perhaps HOVA? or Jack? There can't be a lot of Jack's out there. Oh wait. On second thought, I'm keepin my name. "Besides, why should I change when he's the one that sucks?" Here's some songs.
Apparently it's a sin not to love Radiohead. Yeah there good, but really? OK they are good. I admit it. They have something that tends to resonate with you. But give me a good dose of Black Keys any day, and I'll be more than satisfied. They happen to be my favorite band at the moment. Simply brilliant. And if for some reason you haven't heard them, please do so now. I'm pretty convinced that both Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney are robots. Haven't found a bad song by them yet. Not even mediocre comes into play with these guys. Just awesome. Even their covers are good. I can go on and on about the Keys, but for now I have TV On The Radio in my ears and my ADD is taking over. Good stuff there. In fact, good enough to sit through Rachel Getting Married to see Tunde sing some Neil Young. Movie sucked but it was worth it. (Here's that clip so you don't have to sit through it too)And David Sitek? Pretty sure he's awesome and I haven't even met the guy.
Anyway, what I'm trying to say is is that there are great bands out there for you to enjoy. Some greater than others, but it's your choice to like who you like. That's the beauty of it all. You may have heard them from the bar down the road, myspace, or one of them fancy music sites that write about music, or maybe even...I was gonna say MTV, but they haven't played videos or music since BonJovi was still gettin heavy rotation. Sad really. Anyway...commercials will strike a band you like. It doesn't matter. So don't try to argue with me that Radiohead is the best band ever and nothing will ever come close. For me they're not. So if you do come across a good band, share it with as many people as you can. Share it with me and I can tell all the 2 people that read this. Don't hide it for yourself so you can say "I've been listeneing to this band for awhile now." Awseome for you! Thanks for sharin', DICK! Jeez. And it's ok to like a band you hear on the radio. Yeah I like Christina Aguilera and it's not even a guilty pleasure. But I also like Band of Horses. I also like Elbow. It doesn't matter to me how I heard of them or where I heard them. If it sounds good and I like it, it's cool with me. Good music is good music, regardless. So shoot me for not loving Radiohead, obsessing over the Black Keys, appraising TV On The Radio and admitting to liking Christina Aguilera. I'm guilty of it all and I'm perfectly happy with that.
Here's a few songs to leave you with. Enjoy. Vampire Weekend - Exit Music (For a Film)Right click to download Because I actually like this version better than the original. Take that Radiohead fans.
The Black Keys - Set You FreeRight click to download Add it to the list of AWESOME with every other Black Keys song. Seriously, I'm a nerd for Black Keys.
TV On The Radio - AmbulanceRight click to download This is an older track, but it's a fun one. I feel like I'm on Sesame Street for some reason. Anyone else get that feeling?
Elbow - Grounds for DivorceRight click to download From a little town called Manchester is where these guys are from. Great sound. Great band. Give it a listen.
Christina Aguilera - At LastRight click to download She's no Etta James, but she's got a set a pipes for only weighing 100 lbs. This cover gives you an idea of what she can do.
Laters Alligators. PS - Thanks to anyone's links I used. I appreciate it.
Why did I start a blog? Simple. Music. To share with you what so many are sharing with me. To spread the word. To be part of the grapevine. To be that guy that introduced you to your new favorite band. Really, to post new music that I find enjoyable and give access to it for my friends. So, because this whole blogging thing is new to me, I will learn as I go and add some stuff along the way. It won't necessarily be updated daily, or even weekly, just whenever I want. I'm not in a rush. So stay tuned for some things to be added when I get to them. By the way, I don't wanna hear anything about tweeting me or following me either. I don't care if you are standing in line behind someone who smells and you feel the need to tell everyone right away. You're an idiot. If I'm interested in what you are doing, which I'm probably not, I'll call you up and ask. And if I see an OMG or LOL on this page I'll find you and punch you. Bye for now! I'll leave you all with the new single from Muse, one of the best bands out there. I could write a review, but anything I say about this song can be said better by the song itself. Man I'm fucking deep! Have a good time!
Disclaimer: I put music on here to share and sample. If for some reason you don't want me to share, please email me and I will promptly remove the song. My intent is not to steal. Besides, your mother should have taught you to share.
