Songbird
Jul
28
A White Demon Love Song
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Well I have gone and done something terrible to my wittle wrist and I am being quite the baby about it. In my defense it feels as if it is fractured, I woke up in tears this morning and I believe I have a pretty high tolerance for pain. I fear it is the dreaded Carpal Tunnel… Shhhhh I know we should not speak those words here. I have not been diagnosed by a practicing M.D., but of course the first sign of any pain or strange mark on my body I immediately obsess about the worse case scenario. It is a neurotic sickness for sure. I am making jokes now that the pain meds have kicked in, but I am actually pretty scared about it being my right dominate hand. The slightest touch can make me cringe with pain. I wasn’t really functioning at full capacity today and I definitely had a tough time parking. Geesh. And I kind of feel like, Happy 30th Birthday! Here come the aches and pains of old age! Yay!
p.s I am making an appointment with my Doctor tomorrow, begrudgingly.
So tonight my only introduction is that this is my all time favorite Killers song, hands down. And I know it is from the Twilight Soundtrack, but I don’t care because I love that soundtrack and I love this song. So goodnight. I am going to rest and ice my wrist and hope that a little fairy comes down and heals it overnight. If only.
A White Demon Love Song – The Killers
The Twilight Saga: New Moon Soundtrack 2009 (Chop Shop)
Jul
25
Summer Mix 8 Track Style
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Laguna Beach, CA
I have been wanting to try 8 Tracks for quite some time, but Tara Whitney convinced me to get off my lazy bum and finally do it. I have been putting together a lot more mixes this summer, which is refreshing and fun. It brings me back to my mix tape days and reminds me to not be so lazy about my music listening. Below is an mp3 from the 8 Track Mix for your enjoyment.
Fomo 2011
Jul
20
Top 5 Favorites At 30
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Here we are… I am thirty years old. A few days after the fact but still celebrating.
I can’t really believe it, where did the last 15 years go? I remember learning how to drive, my dad taking me to the CSULB empty parking lot. When I hit a parking space line he would say, “You just hit a car!” I would laugh.
I think these life milestones can really fuck with one’s head. I NEVERÂ thought I would still be finishing school, unmarried, no kids and in career I never took any college classes for, but here I am. And for the most part I am having the time of my life. I really feel like I am right where I need to be, I just kind of took the long way. There are no time lines here. People go at their own pace. I have learned so much, and gained so much life experience in the last 30 years, I wouldn’t take any of it back. Although there are some things I may have done differently I believe that the choices we make shape who we are.
Music has always been a pretty big part of my life, when I was younger my parents were my tip sheet. I listened to everything they listened to and I loved it. I was introduced to Simon & Garfunkel, The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Radiohead, Kitaro and Enya at a pretty young age. It wasn’t until my early twenties where I really started to dig deep and find my own music. The music that resonates with me deep inside where all my fears, dreams and hopes are dwelling. It brought me confidence and freedom to be my own person and for that I am so thankful. I am forever a work in progress, but I think that is a huge part of life. As the years go by I want to grow and continue to figure out who I am and what I stand for, all the while listening to some good music.
The below 5 songs are some of my favorite songs throughout the years, songs that remind me of my childhood, that remind me of myself and they all make me happy. I can put them on at any given time and I want to listen to them again and again. Enjoy!
Jul
14
Vetiver, The Errant Charm
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Their fourth full length album just makes you feel good. It is upbeat and airy, a gentle mix of rock and pop that is perfect for a summer afternoon. I am all about the summer right now, just as long as it stays 75 degrees. Enjoy!
The Errant Charm 2011 (Sub Pop)
Jul
12
Obsessing Over Codes And Keys
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Obsessed with this song right now, which is odd because I do not normally obsess over Death Cab so this was quite a surprise. I am still on the fence about the rest of the album but I think I just need to dedicate some time to really sit down and listen. For now I have no problem playing this song over and over. xx
Previously mentioned here and here
Codes And Keys – Death Cab For Cutie
Codes And Keys 2011 (Atlantic)
Jul
8
Ritual Union
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Little Dragon always seems to get me up and moving with their electronic pop dance music. Looking forward to their new album Ritual Union set to be released July 26th. Happy Friday!
Briefly spoke about Little Dragon here. My favorite remix on this EP is the Tensnake Remix. Check it. xx
Ritual Union Remix EP 2011 (Peacefrog)
Jul
6
Beach Fossils, What A Pleasure
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Welcome back! How about some dreamy shoegaze pop to bring us back into swing of things around here? Beach Fossils is all about the fuzzy, gooey dream pop. Their new album, What a Pleasure just makes you feel good and gives off that happy summer beach vibe.
What A Pleasure 2011 (Captured Tracks)
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