So this is my 2nd attempt at a blog. The first was when I went to China 2 years ago, and I never followed through with it. My best friend Rush said I needed to stop doing individual posts on facebook and start doing top 5 lists, so I guess the blog is dedicated to him. maybe some of my other friends will begin commenting on my posts so I know what they want on their Christmas Cds. Rush wasn't the first one to tell me to start a music blog, but he was the only one to get me motivated to do it.
This time my blog will mainly be a vehicle for me to post 5 songs a week that I think you should hear, usually with a video. These songs will usually be songs I am currently listening to, and will most likely be songs I have recently found through the "interwebs." These songs could also be classics, covers, or just something cool. Consequently, I may have "theme weeks" where I do something like "Top 5 female acoustic singer songwriters of all time", or "you should know this artist, these are the top 5 reasons".
Rarely, I might also use this blog to post thoughts, concerns, or even reviews of concerts, movies, stand up comedy (another passion of mine lately) or TV shows. Mainly it will be about music, but sometimes there are some other things I think you should know about.
If at all possible, I will include a video with each post so you can see what I am talking about.
I look forward to sharing with you, even if I don't have as many readers as Viktor.
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Top 5 List for Week 2 July 25th, 2010
Week 2 July 25th, 2010
Hey all, I tried to mix it up a bit this week since I always gravitate toward a voice and an acoustic guitar. Welcome to week two! I seemed to focus on religion a bit this week. I also went back to my roots. Are you pleased?
1) Aloe Blacc- “I need a dollar”- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iR6oYX1D-0w Comment by JH= This throwback soul song blows me away everytime I hear it and always gets stuck in my head.
2) Bon Iver- “For Emma” (live)- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6S__IpVpSQ Comment by JH= Simply stunning. A beautiful song, I just wish the lyrics were a bit easier to understand.
3) Brett Dennen- “Heaven” (with Natalie Merchant)- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKbLR3MEjAg&feature=related Comment by JH= Catchy song with powerful lyrics. He also did a duet on this with Natalie Merchant in another mix, but I prefer this one.
4) Matisyahu- “One Day” (live)- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdUBjFeWxfU Comment by JH= Eloquent and powerful, if a bit idealistic. I don't believe in fundamental Judaism like Matisyahu, but I am a fan of his talent.
5) The Strokes- “Reptillia”- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8-tXG8KrWs&feature=avmsc2 Comment by JH=Yeah, I know you are cool and you don’t like The Strokes. I mean, who would with all that trendy dressing and daddy money? I am going to ask you to shut those eyes and listen. Listen. When I did, I was reminded of the first time I heard “Sweet Child O’ Mine” by GNR. The chord changes at 1:15 are awesome, regardless of how trendy they are right now. I will leave you with the lyrics of “He seemed impressed by the way she came in….tell us a story, I know your not boring”
Top 5 Music Picks of the Week July 18th
Requested by Rush…he said you people would look forward to it after awhile. These will be a mix of old and new. Let me know how I am doing with my “Top 5 Music Picks of the Week”!
1) City and Color- “The Girl”- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oy_7gNnbFUQ – Comment by JH= Simply the most beautiful song I have heard in awhile. Talent at an absurd level.
2) Grizzly Bear- “Two Weeks” -http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjecYugTbIQ – Comment by JH= Too very catchy for its own good. Great video too!
3) Colin Hay- “Maggie”- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQTNWPQGqSc -Comment by JH= Just saw him live and this is his best song, regardless of his work with Men at Work.
4) First Aid Kit- “Tiger Mountain
5) Daniel Merriweather- “Impossible”- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_Eil62-UOE - Comment by JH= Imagine if Morrissey and Boyz to Men had a Baby. Then imagine that the baby was Australian. That baby grew up to be D. Merriweather and he can pull it off live.
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