One day at a time. Not too much more to say. Its really hard to wait on something you know and love. Sometimes our emotions get the best of us and its just human. There's always hope for better in time. Nothing is too broken to fix. Who knows though? Change has such a bad rap. Look through history and see how many things we would be without if we didn't have change and innovation. Its hard to see that sometimes, but change is positive and truly good for everyone. Things work out the way they do for the best. Sometimes there's nothing left to say or do other than wait it out. Here's to tomorrow and the future!
91. Wilco - Should've Been In Love
91.5 The xx - VCR
Check out this video courtesy of Pitchfork.tv First off I love this band and this song, and the video makes me love it even more. I like what Filter Magazine said:
While the lyrics relate simple yet romantic intensions in front of an aged piece of technology, the couple tear apart a room and share a cinematic kiss in front of a pair of Xs on fire. Because like most things that involve relationships, the video is less about making sense, but more about how it makes you feel.
Perfect.
92. The Radio Dept. - Heaven's On Fire
Europe taketh and Europe giveth back. Thanks Europe.
Sometimes its nice to just sit back and relax. Shut your brain off for a while. You know, like after a long day for some reason you just want to do nothing but sit in a bath for a while then maybe lay in your bed and drift off to a nice, deep sleep. I would add nothing but a little soothing music to it. Well, maybe you'd like some bath bombs, too. I hear those are pretty nifty little relaxation vehicles. Although I've never used them, I have bought them... as a gift for my sisters. Honest truth.
This song's been on repeat all day. Hailing from Sweden, The Radio Dept. isn't really doing anything super clever and groundbreaking, but its really not bothering me one bit. I like the little jazzy bits of horns layered over those repetitive guitar and key lines. I'm pretty sure the song has a meaning that I haven't figured out. It's not that I can't understand it... my mind just goes into a completely tranquil state when the intro voice stops speaking about the "capitalistic destruction of youth culture." I'm sure this isn't the last we'll be talking about this band here. They have a new album due out in May. I'll pass on the word when I get it!
93. Yeah Yeah Yeahs - Skeletons
I suppose this fits really well into the countdown. This video is out in anticipation of the forthcoming single from the Yeah Yeah Yeahs. I like it.
It's Blitz has been all over the place since its release last summer. If you haven't heard the acoustic version of "Skeletons" check it out. Its included in the deluxe version of the album. Think of it as like a two-for-one special today. Who doesn't appreciate that?
Yeah Yeah Yeahs - Skeletons
Yeah Yeah Yeahs - Skeletons (acoustic)
93.5 Bright Eyes - Lime Tree
Just remembered seeing this posted on Kanye West's blog one day. It was sent out from C.J. over at Saddle Creek Records (Justin and Conor Oberst's label) and its pretty. Very dark and sequin-filled. Which reminds me...
BRIGHT EYES - LIME TREE from Alex Turvey on Vimeo.
Another song coming later on today...
“The eye finds, the heart choosyth, the hand binds, but death loosyth.”
94. Wilco - At Least That's What You Said
How is Wilco so perfect? I think everyone has that go to band that seems to just fit no matter the mood. Wilco is mine. Somehow just always works. The opening track off A Ghost Is Born really shows a different direction for the band. Jeff Tweedy become not only lead songwriter but also lead guitar. Say what you want about the former and current line-ups, but Tweedy on lead is all I need. His guitar work on the album are really the highlight. Check out the solos. Here's song number 94.
I said, maybe if I leave, you'll want me
To come back home
Or maybe all you mean, is leave me alone
At least that's what you said
I thought it was cute
For you to kiss
My purple black eye
Even though I caught it from you
I still think we're serious
At least that's what you said
Wilco - At Least That's What You Said
First post of a new decade... feels monumental
Its pretty crazy how much you can learn about yourself through just one person. I've been away... way too long. Lo siento. Much apologies. But here comes a new year and a new decade; get ready:
I've learned that in order to see another's point of view you first have to be able to see why you have your own point of view. Its good to want things; its also good to be able to compromise. Sometimes what's best for you isn't best for the long term. Sometimes you don't realize how tough something will be until its actually on you. Its hard to deal with but luckily most of us have someone out there somewhere no matter how distant who is there for them. Its a great feeling to have, even if it takes a bit of time to realize that connection. I've just gone through one of those realizations. It makes me feel incredible right now.
On that note, awesome start to the new decade. So much new music has come in that in the next few (read: three) months I will have a ton to talk about. Why that amount of time? Don't ask too many questions! (But I'm sure I'll eventually get to writing it down... just after I can fully discuss it with the person who already knows why.)
For the first post of the year I originally wanted to post something of and/or related to an end of the year/year in review/best of list. Unfortunately, most of those just serve to validate others' lists. That's bullshit. No thanks.
Second idea, album review... nope not yet too early. So instead I've decided to just rant. I haven't been able to sleep in a couple days. I haven't been eating enough. Couple that with too many cigarettes and feeling flat out depressed and lost and well, I hope you understand. I'm awesome right now, though. Thanks for asking. Enjoy the music!!
Pete Yorn & Scarlett Johansson - Relator
Office - Oh My
New Ruins - Symptoms
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