Blink 182 - Neighbourhoods (Album)

Well fellow Bloggers, what can I say, one of my all time favourite bands has let me down and I am heartbroken!

I had Blinks new album on pre order the second I caught wind of it. It came and as excited as I was I must admit, I have only now found time to listen to it.

I put it on in my car travelling home tonight and all I can say is it was the worst part of my drive.

I love Blink I have been a devoted fan since I was 14 and I have every album they have ever made and I think I will stick to listening to them.

This album is so monotone and dull. I have to say when I first heard Heart's all gone I was excited, it is a cracking tune but when blended in with the rest of the album, it felt like I was listening to one seriously long, depressing song.

I was quite scared tonight on the M60. I genuinely started dropping to sleep a few times, considering how I feel it is safe to say this album was not the right match for this mood and Blink is always the right choice.

So Hearts all gone.. great song as long as it is listened to on shuffle. It is sad to say that my driving abilities and my attention span perked back up again when I put my Ipod on shuffle and Britney Spears came on.

I have no doubt that when I have listened to these songs moderately and definitely not together I shall be telling you how great and spine tingling one or two of them are, but until then I leave you readers, a disappointed soul.

Watch Hearts all Gone..

Calgary

WOW, that is all I have to say.
So I decided to spend the evening having a bit of a Bon Iver marathon as I am some what of a huge fan and I stumble upon this little gem.

I didn't realise they had a new song out and all I have to say is... RADIO 1 why haven't you showcased it to the maximum.




I thought Blindsided was spine tingling, this one has potential to become my number one Bon Iver.

Even the video is amazing. It is just so different, talk about original, quirky voice from Justin Vernon but what about this new visual metaphor for the difficulty in finding love? Tell me if you disagree but I believe that is what he wants to put across and of course it has the happy ending, the happy ever after.

I have to say this is unusual for Bon Iver as their sound is wasted on heart break love songs (not that I am complaining, sing those songs to me for ever Vernon.)

I have to say I don't understand the frozen bear at the end but hey! What is a Bon Iver song without some mystery.

I can't do a blog without commenting on the whole album - For Emma Forever Ago, I realise it is old now but I challenge anyone with a decent amount of appreciation for Indie music to get bored of that album.

Skinny Love, beautiful song, Birdy I am sorry your version does it justice but doesn't compare to Bon Iver's raw, soothing melody.
How does they do it? That voice, that tone, their lyrics aren't even always clear but Justin makes it sound alluring.

I just simply love his delicacy, his charm and his pure talent.

10/10 Bon Iver.

Post break up sex

I know it's been a while guys but it's coming up to summer time <3 so I will have more time on my hands to do my blog.                                                    


No more assignments woooh!
                                     

The song of the day today is by a new band most of you have probably heard of by now - The Vaccines.



I think they're fantastic, their new album is so diverse. They have managed to come up with their own sound (which has been compared to the Smiths ((who I personally don't like so totally do NOT agree with) and Joy Division.) but it isn't and each song sounds different.

In todays music market it is hard to come up with a sound that is totally original and I challenge anyone to find a group or artist that sounds like nothing that has been heard before!

I bet no one can do it.

This is officially my new driving album atm - What did you expect from the Vaccines?

It's right their in their own album title? What more can you expect from them other than a great sound.

I am personally both pleased and greatful for Justin Young's lovely voice and the rest of the bands awesome talent.

I'd also like to add, how many songs do we hear about sex? But non about post- break - up sex. It's refreshing. That's new!


FactFile: 

• If you wanna was named hottest record in the world right by Zane Lowe last summer- He's on board with the Vaccine fan club.
• They have already been nominated for 2 awards, the BBC sound of 2011 and MTV awards.

Ghosts.

I have neglected my Blog as of late. I have had every intention to update it, however I really have been very busy. University is NOT as easy as you would think.

Anyway, my Earworm of the day is a song I have loved for years. Laura Marling - Ghosts.



This is a song I personally love, for no specific reason other than, it sends chills down my spine. I could listen to her voice all day long.

This video compliments her voice and matches her quirky personality perfectly, although it is kind of morbid, it is still sweet.

The paper cut outs which tell the story are cute and girly suiting her and the song well. Gentle and harmless are two words I think are fitting for both her voice and this music video.

It is different and I think that is why radio and music channels do not do Laura Marling enough justice.

She is played once in a while and it always makes my day to hear. Someone with her talent and originality needs some recognition.

She has several fantastic songs such as New romantic. Have a listen.

WOW I've just done some research on her to do my info bit and learnt that today is her 21st birthday so HAPPY BIRTHDAY LAURA MARLING keep up the fantastic work.

She has:

• Been nominated for the Mercury music prize in 2008 and 2010
• performed at a few festivals including the 02 wireless festival and was personally invited to tour with Jamie T after her second ever solo gig.
• She was in the original line up for Noah and the Wale and was scouted from Myspace.
• She once chose to perform on the street because she was denied entry to her own gig for being under age.

Laura Marling, you rock.

All Christmas related songs!!!!

In the spirit of Christmas, today's post is dedicated to ALL Christmas songs.

From Elton to The chipmunks - original



I've recently not been feeling the Christmas spirit all that much but TODAY I AM.

I guess it's because I started the day with my (immature) mother diving onto my bed and waking my step sister and myself UP singing HO HO HO Merry Christmas!!!!!!!

Santa's been.

Sadly now Santa has been and gone and the day is coming to an end and I would love today's Christmas to last forever.



In the fantastic words of Wizzard. ( Potentially my fav xmas song but as you know from previous posts, it's a tough one to call.) I wish it could be Christmas EVERYDAYYYYY!

Despite not having my young cousins around to make it feel more Christmassy (because lets face it, it's always better with Kids around) It has been a cracking day and all my family have got on. SHOCK!!!!

The joyful time of year has brought us all together.

Chocolate for breaky, Xmas feast then choccy for TEA. What is there to complain about, Yes I'm exhausted but it is so worth it.

Now to the pub!!!

But the spirit of Christmas is not yet over, the next few weeks will consist of re-discovering gifts from today and SALES :) shopping shopping shopping, my MOST favourite thing to do.



And with that, I leave you with this delightful Coldplay - Christmas lights song. 

Merry Christmas everyone, enjoy your big bellies, spending and pressies.!! 

New year next :)