The Future Kings of Nowhere are the definition of unique, alternative rock, and they are exactly what this blog is about. I discovered them on Pandora yesterday and have been listening to them nonstop. Their lyrics are intense,beautifully original, and completely relatable. Brass instruments are part of what give them such a different sound, and Shayne O'Neil's voice is what makes it memorable. Check out their website, and listen to some of my faves!
1. Like A Staring Contest "We've been standing here for hours on the edges of a canyon. I’ve got my side you've got yours and we’re both about to fall in. The pole we hold between us is the only thing that’s keeping us aloft."
2. Paper Napkins "Let’s just pretend for a second, it never happened, and we’ve been together for seven years instead of only four. And all of the distance between us, like paper napkins folded and forgotten on the floor."
3. 10 Simple Murders "So I’m holed up in this motel and I’m loading up my guns, peering out the window, there’s a thousand cops out front, they circle me like vultures but I feel so far away."
4. Never "I keep expecting a letter or something from you saying you’re sorry and that you’ll be coming home soon. I never find it but I’ll keep on looking, I hope you find everything that you’re seeking."
5. What You Don't Know Might Kill Me "I’m happy like this just watching your lips, you don’t say a thing but it’s so obvious. You’re just nervous that I’m gonna break your heart."
Monday, May 7, 2012
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Artist of the Week: Fitz & the Tantrums
If you haven't heard of these guys already, you ought to. Their story is just as intriguing as their music; Fitz's ex girlfriend gave him a call and said her neighbor was moving out and selling everything, including an old vintage organ. By 2008 the six musicians and the organ had performed their first show at Hollywood Hotel's Cafe, and had already begun infiltrating people's hearts and eardrums. Their website bio describes the band as an "unrestrained blast of soul-clapping, get-down-on-the-floor, moneymaker shakers," and I couldn't have said it better myself. Their tunes are catchy, and their lyrics are legit. Plus, they post pretty regularly on their site thanking their fans & updating tour dates. Gotta love talented musicians with good personalities. Check out their website, & give a listen to my top five faves!
2. News For U- "I keep holding onto your middle finger, but now I gotta pull the trigger. I pick up the pieces one by one, put them back together now, stuff em back in my gun."
3. Tighter- "So you made up my mind and walked away, why didn't I hold you tighter and tighter, how could I be so wrong, it's getting harder and harder."
4. Don't Gotta Work it Out- "I don't know but I've been told, the world outside is oh so cold. Late at night when you're alone, do you think about me now that I'm gone?"
5. Breakin' the Chains of Love- "I've been trying to get you to see things all my way, for the days that since you left me, and I know that you probably keep away."
1. Money Grabber- "Teardrops fade, then I saw your hands in your pockets. Cause you were always made to want it all, but now you gotta make it your own."
3. Tighter- "So you made up my mind and walked away, why didn't I hold you tighter and tighter, how could I be so wrong, it's getting harder and harder."
4. Don't Gotta Work it Out- "I don't know but I've been told, the world outside is oh so cold. Late at night when you're alone, do you think about me now that I'm gone?"
5. Breakin' the Chains of Love- "I've been trying to get you to see things all my way, for the days that since you left me, and I know that you probably keep away."
Friday, April 20, 2012
This girl is pretty talented!
Not only does she look a whole lot like Katy Perry, but she sings just as good! Check out her other covers as well.
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Thursday, April 5, 2012
Pick of the Week!
Check out Maggie and the Hat
This girl goes to Purchase and not only is she adorable but she's incredibly talented. Free download of her album!!
This girl goes to Purchase and not only is she adorable but she's incredibly talented. Free download of her album!!
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Some hauntingly beautiful vocals that kicked ass at the Stood on Sunday night. You guys know I'm all about live talent, and these ladies (and gentleman) remind me why I go to shows.
1. Jenny Owen Youngs- Great Big Plans
2. Gregory and the Hawk- For the Best
3. Swear & Shake- The Light
1. Jenny Owen Youngs- Great Big Plans
2. Gregory and the Hawk- For the Best
3. Swear & Shake- The Light
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
There's a ton of songs out there about getting your heart broken and being forever alone and blah blah blah, but we never hear much from the heart breaker's themselves. It isn't easy on them either, ya know. So, here's some love songs from a different perspective. It's been that kinda week ladies and gentlemen.
1. This Way Always- S "I'll just say, I'll just tell you. I feel awful when I'm around you. I'll be screaming when I walk away, thinking of your face. I wish I loved like I did, like you used to. It's overwhelming, I feel backwards when you leave."
2. Two- The Antlers "But after over a year, I stopped trying to stop you from stomping out that door, coming back like you always do. Well no one's going to fix it for us, no one can."
3. Easier to Lie- Aqualung "And who am I to give you what you need when I'm learning, just learning. Learning how to live and to bear the weight, and push into the sky. It's easier to lie."
4. I Don't Care What You Call Me- David Ford "And tear me on down, I am unforgivable.So why don't you just tell me what you really think again. Scream me on down, I am so forgettable, yes I know. Shoot me on down, don't you think this isn't killing me?"
5. The Boy Who Blocked His Own Shot- Brand New "If it makes you less sad, I will die by your hand. Hope you find out what you are; already know what I am. And if it makes you less sad, we'll start talking again. You can tell me how vile I already know that I am."
6. Walk Away- Ben Harper "And it hurts me to look into the mirror at myself, and it hurts even more to have to be with somebody else. And it's so hard to do, and so easy to say. But sometimes, sometimes you just have to walk away."
7. Betterman- Pearljam "She lies and says she's in love with him, can't find a better man. She dreams in color, she dreams in red, can't find a better man."
1. This Way Always- S "I'll just say, I'll just tell you. I feel awful when I'm around you. I'll be screaming when I walk away, thinking of your face. I wish I loved like I did, like you used to. It's overwhelming, I feel backwards when you leave."
2. Two- The Antlers "But after over a year, I stopped trying to stop you from stomping out that door, coming back like you always do. Well no one's going to fix it for us, no one can."
3. Easier to Lie- Aqualung "And who am I to give you what you need when I'm learning, just learning. Learning how to live and to bear the weight, and push into the sky. It's easier to lie."
4. I Don't Care What You Call Me- David Ford "And tear me on down, I am unforgivable.So why don't you just tell me what you really think again. Scream me on down, I am so forgettable, yes I know. Shoot me on down, don't you think this isn't killing me?"
5. The Boy Who Blocked His Own Shot- Brand New "If it makes you less sad, I will die by your hand. Hope you find out what you are; already know what I am. And if it makes you less sad, we'll start talking again. You can tell me how vile I already know that I am."
6. Walk Away- Ben Harper "And it hurts me to look into the mirror at myself, and it hurts even more to have to be with somebody else. And it's so hard to do, and so easy to say. But sometimes, sometimes you just have to walk away."
7. Betterman- Pearljam "She lies and says she's in love with him, can't find a better man. She dreams in color, she dreams in red, can't find a better man."
Monday, March 12, 2012
There's nothing like a great live performance that proves a musician's talent is so much more than an intense editing sesh in the studio. The unique voices and powerful presence of artists such as Nathen Willet of Cold War Kids and Justin Vernon of Bon Iver are the reason Kesha doesn't do acoustic shows. So while you lay in bed pretending to do homework and wondering if Friday afternoon mixed drinks are acceptable, check out some bad ass live performances. And make that drink, it's been a long week.
1. Maps- Front Bottoms
2. Skinny Love- Bon Iver
3. Wish I stayed Ellie Goulding
4. Melrose Diner The Wonder Years
5. Stay Awake- Lydia
6. Oats We Sow- Gregory and the Hawk
7. Hospital Bed- Cold War Kids
8. Kill All Animals- Saint Seneca
9. I Like You So Much Better When You're Naked- Ida Marie
10. Bizness- Tune Yards
11. Drinking Song- Jenny Owen Youngs
12. Logan Square- Into It, Over It
13. Moshi Moshi (Cover)- Tigers Jaw
14. Saviour- Lights
1. Maps- Front Bottoms
2. Skinny Love- Bon Iver
3. Wish I stayed Ellie Goulding
4. Melrose Diner The Wonder Years
5. Stay Awake- Lydia
6. Oats We Sow- Gregory and the Hawk
7. Hospital Bed- Cold War Kids
8. Kill All Animals- Saint Seneca
9. I Like You So Much Better When You're Naked- Ida Marie
10. Bizness- Tune Yards
11. Drinking Song- Jenny Owen Youngs
12. Logan Square- Into It, Over It
13. Moshi Moshi (Cover)- Tigers Jaw
14. Saviour- Lights
Friday, March 9, 2012
Monday, March 5, 2012
Happy Monday everyone! Okay, so Monday's blow. But here's some good music finds to end your crappy, homework filled evenings. My top four favorite youtube artists. Check out their other stuff too, these people are fuckin talented.
1. Julia Nunes
2. Jenny Oh Great One
3. Danielle Ate The Sandwich
4. Hobbie Stuart
1. Julia Nunes
2. Jenny Oh Great One
3. Danielle Ate The Sandwich
4. Hobbie Stuart
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Throwback of the Week.
Oh Blink, you will never get old.
After Midnight: Blink 182 "We'll stagger home after midnight, sleep arm in arm in the stairwell. We'll fall apart on the weekend, these nights go on and on and on."
After Midnight: Blink 182 "We'll stagger home after midnight, sleep arm in arm in the stairwell. We'll fall apart on the weekend, these nights go on and on and on."
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Hello Lovelies. Let's talk for a moment about real, raw, creativity. A couple years ago, this guy named Evan Weiss decided to record one new song every seven days for a year about whatever was going on in his life that week. After a bit of editing the album 52 Weeks was released under his solo name Into It Over It. I kid you not when I say this is some of the realest shit I've ever heard. Here's some of my favorite tracks off the album.
1. Anchor "I'll be there for you tomorrow, steady and faithful as your anchor, trying to make the water safer in the wake of this town."
2. Friday at Brian's (I have to be up in 4 hours)"Win or lose, this is partly mine. We can keep failing missions from time to time. We can always just take the jet plane, because there's 10,000 people in Moscow who still don't know our names."
3. Introduce This to Your Parents "So maybe you should try harder to begin to try trying less, I swear I'm not this hard to impress. You're way too funny to give me much less, I'll chalk it up to inexperience."
4. The Worst Company to Keep "It doesn't take a genius to see I'm not really into this, pushy invitations just aren't my thing. But you've been making assumptions out of fleeting emotions, so I'll bury the hatchet and say what I need to say."
5. ...and I Bite My Nails "May you come true, to come around and let everyone down with me. You see, i've got plans and they don't involve a single friend here, to which you've got friends on which your plans will rest for years and years."
6. Pinky Swear "So while I sat there motor humming on the shoulder I thought I'd find a pen and start to write my failures out. But then the lights were gone and both sides of the paper were full, so hazards off, turn signal on, gas pedal down."
7. Ashley's Big Adventure "This building's like a factory, with the noise outside your bedroom and your boyfriend's face in the frame staring back at me, I can hardly sleep."
8. Fak It "If we're having fun, then it's worth it. Well are we having fun? Cause I'll show you what you should have done. You'd have been better off just lighting your money on fire."
9. Everybody's (fucking) Crazy "It's perception as a curse and what's worse is apathy is friends with me. I haven't laughed in a long time."
10. Batsto "Cold pavement under static sky - gaining patience, but losing sight - we wrote off our problems as better times.'
1. Anchor "I'll be there for you tomorrow, steady and faithful as your anchor, trying to make the water safer in the wake of this town."
2. Friday at Brian's (I have to be up in 4 hours)"Win or lose, this is partly mine. We can keep failing missions from time to time. We can always just take the jet plane, because there's 10,000 people in Moscow who still don't know our names."
3. Introduce This to Your Parents "So maybe you should try harder to begin to try trying less, I swear I'm not this hard to impress. You're way too funny to give me much less, I'll chalk it up to inexperience."
4. The Worst Company to Keep "It doesn't take a genius to see I'm not really into this, pushy invitations just aren't my thing. But you've been making assumptions out of fleeting emotions, so I'll bury the hatchet and say what I need to say."
5. ...and I Bite My Nails "May you come true, to come around and let everyone down with me. You see, i've got plans and they don't involve a single friend here, to which you've got friends on which your plans will rest for years and years."
6. Pinky Swear "So while I sat there motor humming on the shoulder I thought I'd find a pen and start to write my failures out. But then the lights were gone and both sides of the paper were full, so hazards off, turn signal on, gas pedal down."
7. Ashley's Big Adventure "This building's like a factory, with the noise outside your bedroom and your boyfriend's face in the frame staring back at me, I can hardly sleep."
8. Fak It "If we're having fun, then it's worth it. Well are we having fun? Cause I'll show you what you should have done. You'd have been better off just lighting your money on fire."
9. Everybody's (fucking) Crazy "It's perception as a curse and what's worse is apathy is friends with me. I haven't laughed in a long time."
10. Batsto "Cold pavement under static sky - gaining patience, but losing sight - we wrote off our problems as better times.'
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Happy Sunday, everybody. Here's some nifty covers of the songs we haven't gotten around to deleting off of our ipods. Enjoy.
1. Hey Ya- Matt Weddle
2. Boyz in the Hood- Dynamite Hack
3. Milkshake- Seankelly
4. Straight Outta Compton- Nina Gordon
5. Runaway- Alex Taimanao, J. Jury & Travis Stine
6. Gin & Juice- The Gourds
7. Juicy- Emily Wells
8. Bitches Ain't Shit- Ben Folds
9. No Diggity- Klaxons
10. Hot in Here- Jenny Owen Youngs
11. Irreplaceable- Gregory and the Hawk
12. Oops Oh My- Ladytron
13. Crazy in Love- The Magic Numbers
14. Ms. Jackson- The Vines
15. Summer Breeze (You Wanna Fuck Me)- Coco Rosie
16. He Wants me to Move- Vyvienne Long
17. My Humps- Alanis Morisette
18. 99 Problems- Hugo
19. Donald Trump- Neon Hitch
20. Ride With Me- Sneezy Trio
21. Pursuit of Happiness- Barbara
1. Hey Ya- Matt Weddle
2. Boyz in the Hood- Dynamite Hack
3. Milkshake- Seankelly
4. Straight Outta Compton- Nina Gordon
5. Runaway- Alex Taimanao, J. Jury & Travis Stine
6. Gin & Juice- The Gourds
7. Juicy- Emily Wells
8. Bitches Ain't Shit- Ben Folds
9. No Diggity- Klaxons
10. Hot in Here- Jenny Owen Youngs
11. Irreplaceable- Gregory and the Hawk
12. Oops Oh My- Ladytron
13. Crazy in Love- The Magic Numbers
14. Ms. Jackson- The Vines
15. Summer Breeze (You Wanna Fuck Me)- Coco Rosie
16. He Wants me to Move- Vyvienne Long
17. My Humps- Alanis Morisette
18. 99 Problems- Hugo
19. Donald Trump- Neon Hitch
20. Ride With Me- Sneezy Trio
21. Pursuit of Happiness- Barbara
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Oh, Valentine's Day. To those of you curled up on your couch having mid day cocktails and wishing you weren't single, here's the perfect playlist to cuddle with your cat and burn your ex's sweaters to. Enjoy, loves.
1. Tarantula, Holding On- Delay Trees "Can you remember where ten years ago, I was tangled up with fear you've never felt."
2. Skinny Love- Bon Iver (Das Kapital Rerub) "In the morning I'll be with you, but it will be a different kind. I'll be holding all the tickets, and you'll be owning all the fines"
3. Come Pick Me Up- Ryan Adams "Come pick me up, take me out, fuck me up, steal my records. Screw all my friends behind my back, with a smile on your face. And then do it again."
4. Your Ex-Lover is Dead- Stars "It's nothing but time and a face that you lose, I chose to feel it and you couldn't choose. I'll write you a postcard, I'll send you the news from a house down the road, from real love."
5. Constellating- James & Evander "Well I'm not moving, somehow I've forgot everything, everything."
6. Dirty Thing- Telekenisis "Just last week I brushed your shoulder on the busy street. It's no wonder you didn't even blink, oh what a dirty thing."
7. The Beers- The Front Bottoms "And I will remember that summer as the summer I was taking steroids, cause you like a man with muscles. And I like you."
8. Soothe Me- Yuck "I give you a change and the back wits of my brain, I give you a change and all you give is pain."
9. Love's Not Enough- Small Black "Your love, your love, is not enough."
10. I Really Didn't Need You Anyway- Neon Indian "I really didn't need you anyway, at least that's what I say to myself."
1. Tarantula, Holding On- Delay Trees "Can you remember where ten years ago, I was tangled up with fear you've never felt."
2. Skinny Love- Bon Iver (Das Kapital Rerub) "In the morning I'll be with you, but it will be a different kind. I'll be holding all the tickets, and you'll be owning all the fines"
3. Come Pick Me Up- Ryan Adams "Come pick me up, take me out, fuck me up, steal my records. Screw all my friends behind my back, with a smile on your face. And then do it again."
4. Your Ex-Lover is Dead- Stars "It's nothing but time and a face that you lose, I chose to feel it and you couldn't choose. I'll write you a postcard, I'll send you the news from a house down the road, from real love."
5. Constellating- James & Evander "Well I'm not moving, somehow I've forgot everything, everything."
6. Dirty Thing- Telekenisis "Just last week I brushed your shoulder on the busy street. It's no wonder you didn't even blink, oh what a dirty thing."
7. The Beers- The Front Bottoms "And I will remember that summer as the summer I was taking steroids, cause you like a man with muscles. And I like you."
8. Soothe Me- Yuck "I give you a change and the back wits of my brain, I give you a change and all you give is pain."
9. Love's Not Enough- Small Black "Your love, your love, is not enough."
10. I Really Didn't Need You Anyway- Neon Indian "I really didn't need you anyway, at least that's what I say to myself."
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
First Post.
Took me a while to set this thing up, considering I know nothing about HTML, but here it is! Look forward to some kick ass playlists later in the week :]
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