SO I really am alive, it's just the last few weeks in September (pretty much this entire month!) has been hectic, getting ready to be shipped off to Seattle.
Well, good pickin' news.
I am moved in, and I have a few more things to buy from Fred Meyer tomorrow (I've heard it's the Wal-Mart/Target of the Pacific Northwest?) then hopefully I'll be good to go. I have plenty of new music loaded and have been listening to this September, and I'll fill you in eventually... Once I get a shower. Bleh! I haven't even been able to take/ upload pics recently. *le sigh*
Hej hej,
Any
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
90210
It's baaack. Yep, I have been anticipating this return the moment I noticed Dustin Milligan was going to be on the show. Pretty shallow of me, but, what the hell- why not? That is, after all, what attracts people to new shows. Attractive people.
Well, I geeked out when I also found out it was two hours and Shanae (Darcy on Degrassi) was one of the lead characters.
(Please forgive me for the future writing of this entry, I am reaching total girl status with my words)
It started off pretty cliche- but, what isn't nowadays? Girl from Kansas moves to wealthy school... adopted brother of another race for an excuse of not having too many white kids-- the popular jock, Ethan (Dustin Milligan), is cheating on his GF (viewers get to witness an inferred blowjob within the first five minutes of the show), who can't write her paper because she is busy with her super sweet 16 (even though they all look like they are in their 3rd year of college)- which the party includes Cory Kennedy and The Cobra Snake (believe it, kids, they were on there) with guest music by Tilly and the Wall. What a mouthful.
I think what was more entertaining was finding all the links of this new show to the old show. I was watching it with my mother, and she got excited with lots of past references to the original show.
I still liked it.
As cliche as it was, I am still going to watch it. I know there is something fishy about the boy who took Annie to San Francisco on his private jet to dinner for the first date, and I can't wait to find out.
But my overall thinking about the future of this show? It will last 3 seasons, 4 maximum. It will not duplicate the caliber the original show made, either. The new 90210 will be like The OC- lots of interest surrounding the the first season, the second season dieing off, and by the third season, nobody really caring much (unlike me- I still cared very much for my weekly Cohen!). And by the fourth season, even for me, an avid, loyal fan, it became painful to watch. It was basically downhill when they decided to kill Marissa Cooper off. That was a brilliant plot twist, but fuck- make the audience think she's dead, don't really kill her! That's what did the show in. And it became a giant sketch comedy when Taylor entered... just horrible. I'm still sad it ended, it was truly and amazing show in it's time. Lot's of juicy plot, but it lost the longevity when one of it's powerhouse characters was shipped off.
This is why I predict 90210 will be like The OC, but maybe a little worse. There was a lot going on in those 2 hours. It felt more like a movie with a crummy ending than an actual TV show. So many things were tossed in the 2 hour (plus too many commercial) period, that I hope they don't run out of ideas. See, there are not many other shows that are aimed for teens that seem to work by gradually working things out and never seem to end and have at least ten memorable characters that you can identify and attach to. There is only one that comes to the top of my head:
Degrassi.
Yep, the Canadian drama that has been in my life since 2001, and I admit to still loving it. I have to admit it's the most believable, and the issues, the way they are approached, aren't forced. It's a very well written show, the actors are chosen correctly, gah, I can go on and on how perfect this show is for Young Adult entertainment. And now, approaching 2009, they're still going!
Well, here's some upbeat tunes I hope you like!
By the way, Electrojuice are a 14 and 15 duo from Denmark. Amazing, yes?!
Hej hej,
Any
Well, I geeked out when I also found out it was two hours and Shanae (Darcy on Degrassi) was one of the lead characters.
(Please forgive me for the future writing of this entry, I am reaching total girl status with my words)
It started off pretty cliche- but, what isn't nowadays? Girl from Kansas moves to wealthy school... adopted brother of another race for an excuse of not having too many white kids-- the popular jock, Ethan (Dustin Milligan), is cheating on his GF (viewers get to witness an inferred blowjob within the first five minutes of the show), who can't write her paper because she is busy with her super sweet 16 (even though they all look like they are in their 3rd year of college)- which the party includes Cory Kennedy and The Cobra Snake (believe it, kids, they were on there) with guest music by Tilly and the Wall. What a mouthful.
I think what was more entertaining was finding all the links of this new show to the old show. I was watching it with my mother, and she got excited with lots of past references to the original show.
I still liked it.
As cliche as it was, I am still going to watch it. I know there is something fishy about the boy who took Annie to San Francisco on his private jet to dinner for the first date, and I can't wait to find out.
But my overall thinking about the future of this show? It will last 3 seasons, 4 maximum. It will not duplicate the caliber the original show made, either. The new 90210 will be like The OC- lots of interest surrounding the the first season, the second season dieing off, and by the third season, nobody really caring much (unlike me- I still cared very much for my weekly Cohen!). And by the fourth season, even for me, an avid, loyal fan, it became painful to watch. It was basically downhill when they decided to kill Marissa Cooper off. That was a brilliant plot twist, but fuck- make the audience think she's dead, don't really kill her! That's what did the show in. And it became a giant sketch comedy when Taylor entered... just horrible. I'm still sad it ended, it was truly and amazing show in it's time. Lot's of juicy plot, but it lost the longevity when one of it's powerhouse characters was shipped off.
This is why I predict 90210 will be like The OC, but maybe a little worse. There was a lot going on in those 2 hours. It felt more like a movie with a crummy ending than an actual TV show. So many things were tossed in the 2 hour (plus too many commercial) period, that I hope they don't run out of ideas. See, there are not many other shows that are aimed for teens that seem to work by gradually working things out and never seem to end and have at least ten memorable characters that you can identify and attach to. There is only one that comes to the top of my head:
Degrassi.
Yep, the Canadian drama that has been in my life since 2001, and I admit to still loving it. I have to admit it's the most believable, and the issues, the way they are approached, aren't forced. It's a very well written show, the actors are chosen correctly, gah, I can go on and on how perfect this show is for Young Adult entertainment. And now, approaching 2009, they're still going!
Well, here's some upbeat tunes I hope you like!
By the way, Electrojuice are a 14 and 15 duo from Denmark. Amazing, yes?!
Hej hej,
Any
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Space space Space space Space
So, I was emailed about 20 days ago about the release of a Natalie Portman's Shaved Head video straight from the creator's, That Go, and I honestly didn't want to do a NPSH overload. Well, I lazied out, and it has been too long, so I decided to post this totally awesome video. The video is for their bombtastic tune, "Sophisticated Side Ponytail," and it is a total mindfuck. I am not kidding you. If you are sensitive to bright colors, I advise you to unfortunately skip this one out. Take a chance. Remember, I am not responsible if something horribly wrong happens to you...
natalie portman's shaved head - sophisticated side ponytail from thatgo on Vimeo.
That Go on myspace: That Go
NPSH on myspace: Natalie Portman's Shaved Head
Hej hej,
Any
natalie portman's shaved head - sophisticated side ponytail from thatgo on Vimeo.
That Go on myspace: That Go
NPSH on myspace: Natalie Portman's Shaved Head
Hej hej,
Any
Me oh my
I'm getting lazy now! I'm very sorry... *slaps wrist*
No excuse. I just have not really been wanting to update.
So, over the last week I have been growing very nostalgic lately for late 90s/early 00s bubblegum pop music. I've cracked out my Steps and Radio Disney compilation discs, and listening to them like mad.
Only in hopes to remember the good times of being a youngin'.
A load of my friends have moved out of their homes and have started learning the wisdom of the world... and I'm home, reading, trying to keep my brain sharp. I have resorted to memorizing poems to keep it up in ship-shape. I've managed a Robert Burns- down to the spelling and punctuation. And no, I will not type it up on here, because some out there have trust issues. "Well, she must have copy pasted"
I'm not dealing with people like you. Thanks.
Back to music- to go with this post (and I know the image has nothing to do with it, haha!) I uploaded a nice little 11 and a half minute mix from DJ Plastic that I found when browsing youtube at the wee hours of the morn, watching A*Teens videos. It's not that great, but I still love A*Teens (I vaguely remember their opening act when I saw Britney Spears on her 2000 tour) and therefore, I suggest you just listen to this.
Hej hej,
Any
No excuse. I just have not really been wanting to update.
So, over the last week I have been growing very nostalgic lately for late 90s/early 00s bubblegum pop music. I've cracked out my Steps and Radio Disney compilation discs, and listening to them like mad.
Only in hopes to remember the good times of being a youngin'.
A load of my friends have moved out of their homes and have started learning the wisdom of the world... and I'm home, reading, trying to keep my brain sharp. I have resorted to memorizing poems to keep it up in ship-shape. I've managed a Robert Burns- down to the spelling and punctuation. And no, I will not type it up on here, because some out there have trust issues. "Well, she must have copy pasted"
I'm not dealing with people like you. Thanks.
Back to music- to go with this post (and I know the image has nothing to do with it, haha!) I uploaded a nice little 11 and a half minute mix from DJ Plastic that I found when browsing youtube at the wee hours of the morn, watching A*Teens videos. It's not that great, but I still love A*Teens (I vaguely remember their opening act when I saw Britney Spears on her 2000 tour) and therefore, I suggest you just listen to this.
Hej hej,
Any
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
River
It's been well over a week since I have blogged! Pardon my laziness, but I reckon I have a sufficient excuse.
The Olympics started, and I am a huge swim fan... that's the first week. I had to watch Michael Phelps make history this week. To be completely honest, I teared up during a few races- even almost hyperventilated to the point of almost blacking out. I am that hardcore/intense of a fan.
Last Wednesday I had the wisdom teeth removed, soooo I was out for a few days, not really wanting to do anything but sleep and watch prime time Olympics. Now, almost a week from the procedure, the swelling is down, I'm taking my horse pills of ibuprofen and amoxicillin, and await the 20th this week to have my stitched removed. I am so tired of these darned stitches... and I am starting to get a feeling that they are tired of me, too!
I had a couple weeks where I was scared to wanting to go and move to school. My roommate, Sasha, was kind enough to email me the day of my surgery (not knowing about it...), and it relaxed my anxieties a little. Even duvet cover shopping mellowed me out today. I am hoping I can find a way to meet up before we move in, that'd be much less awkward than on moving day going, "Hey- erm, hi!"
SO Excuses, excuses. You're really not caring anymore... so here is my second summer mix of the month that is way overdue! I had it done yesterday, but I was really not feeling it to blog. I was busy responding to Maura (the artist featured in this post) about pancakes, Scottish and Swedes, and books. Be sure to check out Maura's other work on her flickr photostream!
It has a little old, a little new. Not really summery like the "Kelly" from Van She (I love that band), but it contains some songs I've been really 'diving' into, lately. Badumpshh.
I hope I find something more interesting to post later...
Hej hej,
Any
The Olympics started, and I am a huge swim fan... that's the first week. I had to watch Michael Phelps make history this week. To be completely honest, I teared up during a few races- even almost hyperventilated to the point of almost blacking out. I am that hardcore/intense of a fan.
Last Wednesday I had the wisdom teeth removed, soooo I was out for a few days, not really wanting to do anything but sleep and watch prime time Olympics. Now, almost a week from the procedure, the swelling is down, I'm taking my horse pills of ibuprofen and amoxicillin, and await the 20th this week to have my stitched removed. I am so tired of these darned stitches... and I am starting to get a feeling that they are tired of me, too!
I had a couple weeks where I was scared to wanting to go and move to school. My roommate, Sasha, was kind enough to email me the day of my surgery (not knowing about it...), and it relaxed my anxieties a little. Even duvet cover shopping mellowed me out today. I am hoping I can find a way to meet up before we move in, that'd be much less awkward than on moving day going, "Hey- erm, hi!"
SO Excuses, excuses. You're really not caring anymore... so here is my second summer mix of the month that is way overdue! I had it done yesterday, but I was really not feeling it to blog. I was busy responding to Maura (the artist featured in this post) about pancakes, Scottish and Swedes, and books. Be sure to check out Maura's other work on her flickr photostream!
It has a little old, a little new. Not really summery like the "Kelly" from Van She (I love that band), but it contains some songs I've been really 'diving' into, lately. Badumpshh.
I hope I find something more interesting to post later...
Hej hej,
Any
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Ode To Summer, Ett
"hello freedom" by Colie Parks (a.k.a. thank you very little)Hi there. Summer is tapering very quickly... it's almost depressing. I am also a big fat liar. I told you I would do a double post, and I failed to do this. Oh well, the day has passed. I had more time to mull over it, sooo maybe it's better? Actually, it is. I made a playlist! Of summery tunes. Even if you don't find some of them summery, then I'll classify them simply as "fun to party to" and that's all you need for summer.
If you've caught on yet, I made a playlist as an ode to summer days. They remind me a of sunny days, random travels, late night mayhem... everything a teenage summer is all about. It's very unfortunate when I think about it, this is my last four month summer EVER in my life. Jobless, bill-less, not many personal responsibilities but a few chores and remembering to wake up. God, if only every day was a summer day. Even if you get bored... when you have so much to do, all you want to revert back to is a beautiful summer day.
So, here is my first Ode to Summer mix, out of four (one for each week-- o0o0o0o0o), and I hope you'll enjoy.
Hej hej,
Any.
P.S. That Jack's Mannequin really is new! You can get it when you pre-order Andrew's upcoming album, "The Glass Passenger," to be released on September 30. For the time being, his "The Ghost Overground EP" was released today with the first single, "The Resolution" and I pretty much creamed with excitement (sorry) and a thousand percent more anticipation for "The Glass Passenger." It's been too long for this album.
Monday, August 4, 2008
Who's on First?
"Welcome to the Apocalypse. It's nice here." by Wesley Kirk (a.k.a. The Vision Beautiful)Today I present to you a two parter to make up for the lack of updateage. I really should spread it out to multiple days, but I can't... there's too much going on in the music world!
In this post, I present two songs from two artists. One that I stumbled across, the other I have known about for some time and just felt compelled to post them because they tickle my ears. They both are not something you'd hear on your typical day (unless if you're into this type of stuff). The Painted Word, who oddly enough have a song named after their band, which I found bizarre and presumed it was an error at first, have produced this Psychedelic pop dream that remind me of a drowning Joy Zipper song. If you aren't familiar with Joy Zipper... ignore that phrase and listen to the song anyways. As for Feral Children, I actually came across them a few months ago after being messaged by Sarathan Records' advertising manager, Chris (hiya!), about their newest addition to the Sarathan family, War Tapes. I looked at their other artists, and Feral Children instantly stuck out with that name. I had to check them out.
The Seattle-based band (I swear I'm not doing all this Seattle music on purpose!) is ultimately classified under the experimental rock genre. Then again, what isn't nowadays? Trust me, it's good and it's different. If you're a little sketch and would like a comparison, I'd call them an octave mellower Man Man.
"The Revolution will be Televised." by Wesley KirkAs for the artist of the post... he's a filmmaker and photographer from the States, and he actually takes beautiful portraits. I'm sorry I didn't post any... I guess that means you're going to have to follow those links now, yes? Trust me- when you see "Wrapped Up In Books." you'll understand what I'm talking about. Also, click here to watch some of his videos.
Stay tuned for a second post today!
Hej hej,
Any.
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