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Coachella 2012

“What up Coachella!?”

Hi Folks,

So how many of you lovely music festival junkies got the opportunity to spend this past weekend in California, experiencing the most epic Coachella time of your lives?

Not me…

BUT! with the live steam happening though youtube I got the chance to watch it alll happen, on a much smaller screen, but with the same amount of adrenaline rush, happiness, and not a penny spent.

However being there would have been ten times better.

With performances lined up from Radiohead, The Hives, Frank Ocean, Andrew Bird, Datski, Bon Iver, Mazzy Star, Swedish House Mafia, The Black Keys, Florence And The Machine, The Shins, Gyote, M83, Calvin Harris, to Dr. Dre & Snoop…and a very unexpected raise from the dead collaboration.

So how was the experience for all you folks who danced into the night, spread the love amongst the crowd…and woke up without a voice because you sang way to fucking much? Haha (Inbox me your Coachella Experience)

I spent my weekend sitting in a hammock, taking in the sun and watching the most amazing festival through my Iphone. Sure it’s not the same as being there, but i could feel the excitement as The Black Keys brought the coachella crowd to their feet. (THEY ROCKED), as Bon Iver took the stage it was as though you wanted to just wave a lighter back and forth to such beautiful music. Then there was Datski, Ho-ly Jesus. Those beats were sick. Sorry Skrillex and Deadmau5 you’ve been replaced.

Surprise! Rihanna took the stage with Calvin Harris to preform “We Found Love”, while Florence & The Machine gave an outstanding and an amazing set to end the event. But wait…

Who raised from the dead, to preform with Snoop Dogg and received a jaw dropping heart stopping reaction from the crowd.

“What Up Coachella”…it’s Tupac.

Yes! but how? with creative genius’ of Hollywood effects Digital Domain behind it all, the help of Dr. Dre. and four months of creating. Tupac was relived through hologram.

He was created down to every bit of detail.

From the baggy jeans, the body movement as he performed, the tattoos, even singing every word.

Considering Tupac passed away before Coachella even existed. “What Up Coachella” was added by the creators, as he appeared at the beginning on stage.

I’m coming for you next year Coachella !

.. I’m not sure how, but i’ll think of something!

Cheers, Much Love

Addicted To The Lights & Sounds…

Well hi there,

Each day we learn something different about ourselves, something new, something exciting, something we never expected of ourselves.

I noticed something in myself today.

Not only is having the ambition to clean at 1:00am not normal, but dancing with your swiffer isn’t either.

I’m kidding, well kind of.

I noticed that I have this desire, this deep interest, in how music videos/movies are made. Forget the final cut, the outcome, the premiere… i want to know, how in the hell is it made. What goes on behind the scenes, the idea behind the setting, is it fitting for the movie scenes, or does the setting fit the song lyrics? how can you put yourself into a character that is one minute, emotional, angry, or fake crying, to the next minute, laughing, being passionate. Should this scene be in a bar, or on a beach, should their be a room full of people, or just the main person. Should there be darkness that makes the mood angry, or should their be rain to make a scene emotional, sad. HOW DO YOU KNOW IF YOU GET THE SHOT PERFECT?

The last hour i’ve been watching music videos, first, and then finding the making of them, the behind the scenes videos.

ITS SO COOL. okay i’m getting way to interested.

By watching the “behind the scenes” of “We Found Love”-Rihanna, “New York”-Snow Patrol, “Safe & Sound”-Taylor Swift and “Royalty”-Down With Webster, i just instantly noticed the characters that they have to put themselves into to make it fit the songs.

One minute they’re in this deep dark place, the next their goofing off on set.

The settings fit the videos perfectly.

All of it, is so cool. I want to go behind the scenes and see how things are done.

“What’s interesting to you?”

Inbox me folks,

Cheers!

All The Other Kids With Their Pumped Up…Songs?

Hi There Folks!

Do you listen to music before a big sports game, or when your headed for a run, or perhaps when your procrastinating your homework and find yourself air drumming with your pencil? ..yeah, guilty.

What songs pump you up before that big basketball or hockey game, to give you that extra push during your early morning jog.

Inbox me your “pumped up song”. I’d love to hear from you.

Here is a list of just some of the many songs i listen to while snowboarding or playing basketball.

Rise Against- Savior

Red Hot Chili Peppers- Dani California

Coldplay- Every Teardrop Is A Water Fall

Rihanna- We Found Love

Paramore- Bick By Boring Brick

Our Lady Peace- Not Enough / Right Behind You

Three Days Grace- Are You Ready

Foster The People- Pumped Up Kicks

Snow Patrol- Its Beginning To Get To Me

Wolfmother- Woman

The Ataris- Boys Of Summer

Foo Fighters- Walk/ Best Of You

Skrillix- Bangarang

HIM- St. Valentine

Black Keys- Lonely Boy

Cheers!

54th Annual Grammy Awards;Recap

Hey Folks,
The 54th Annual Grammy Awards have come and gone another year and it certainly was a great show.
Award shows, especially the Grammys, are like Christmas to me, the excitement, unexpected things , and the waiting for the final moment.
First of all did anyone notice not one thing about Gaga or Bieber was mentioned through-out the Grammy’s besides Gaga’s outfit which by the way, looked as though she was attending a funeral.
I am shocked, sarcasm folks, sarcasm.
Bruce Springsteen kicked off the show with a rocking performance that brought each and every artist to their feet, singing and clapping along, bringing positive vibes to the crowd who were all mourning the loss of a talented and never forgotten voice, thee Whitney Houston.
The host of the Grammys, LL Cool J gave a moving introduction honoring the late Houston, with a brief showing of her past Grammy performance of her hit “I Will Always Love You”. The crowd applauded at the end with a standing ovation.
Truly a sad ending to a beautiful talent, RIP W. Houston.
“Are we ready for music’s biggest night” he added to his opening speech.
Bruno Mars was the first performance of the night. It was uplifting to the audience after LL Cool J’s intro. This performance gave us a 50’s classic jazz vibe, a cross between Elvis hip shaking and Ray Charles I liked it!
Taylor Swift looked stunning as always, taking our breath away with her beauty and voice.
Adele took home the very first award of the night, winning Best Solo Artist, in the words of Lil Jon “YEEEAH”
Jason Aldean and Kelly Clarkson gave an outstanding performance together with their song “Don’t You Wanna Stay” with a minor microphone issue with Jason, Kelly’s powerful voice filled in without making it seem like anything was wrong.
With her ability to hold a note for a long period of time, Clarkson and Adele should defiantly collaborate.
The Foo Fighters killed it at the Grammy’s not only taking home multiple awards but their performance was just, Rock ON! They instantly brought the crowd to their feet as they brought down the Grammy house. I’m pretty sure a small earthquake was felt throughout LA during that time.
One of the moments I and the rest of the Grammy world had been waiting for was the song “Princess Of China”. With their completely different taste and sounds in the music industry, Rihanna and Coldplay created a musical masterpiece. With her Tina Turner look-alike hair, Rihanna was looking hot and fierce during the performance, starting with her song “We Found Love”, moments later Coldplay stepped in to perform Princess of China, and ending it with “Paradise”.
Best Rock Album went to The Foo Fighters who stated “It’s not about being perfect or computers” referring to having to be a good artist, David also stated that the record was basically made in his garage.
I was disappointed in the Beach Boys segment, with Maroon5 appearing with them for a song, which was a bad idea, it wasn’t the best. Also Foster the People took to the stage with the Beach Boys for a song. Despite looking terrified during the song, they sounded way better.
Moving on.
Wait, was that Johnny Depp at the Grammys? Oh never mind it was just the the guy from Civil Wars who looks ridiculously alike.
Taylor Swift took to the stage, with her band-jo sporting her lucky number on it, 13. While performing her song Mean, she sure looked as though she was Mean, through her sweet smile and devilish look, she brought emotion to that song by doing so. You go Swizzle.
Rocking the band-jo she’s never a disappointment. Even receiving a standing ovation!
Song of the year goes to…. Duh, Adele
Katy Perry made a grand performance, knocking out the power and not breaking down but breaking free. She looked and sounded like a goddess, killing it on stage. Hey Russell you really let HER, get away?
Finally all came silent as Jennifer Hudson paid tribute to Whitney Houston by belting out her powerful classic hit “I will always love you”, there is no other female singer who could have done it better.
Chris Martin’s leading lady, Gwyneth Paltrow introduced the voice we had all been waiting for, the voice of an absolute angel and the musical British queen, Adele.
So, what’s her overall performance rate you may ask?
Be right back, I have some broken windows to replace.

Cheers.

54th Grammys; Tomorrow Night

& The Award for a very impatient Grammy viewer goes to, drum roll please: Me!

Tomorrow night, Feb 12th the world full of beautiful musical talent comes together as one.
The final touches are being made for the preparation of theGrammys, from the seating arrangements, to the stage settings. From performance rehearsals to the measurements of the entrance door, in hopes that “Lady GaGa’s outrageous & unexpected outfit ,will fit through the door”.
Grammy night is not like any other music award. This award, if won, shows that you have truly left a mark and made it in the music industry. Its an award every solo artist and/or band wants to hold in their hands, and say “Wow, this is actually happening right now?”
I’m beyond excited to see what kind of performance Coldplay & Rihanna have cooked up for their collaborative song “Princess Of China”, also i can’t wait to hear Adele perform. And wait, what’s this about the Beach Boys?

This month February is on Fire with all the award shows happening, up next The Oscars.

But for now, get ready to rock, get ready to see outrageous evening ware and hear incredible voices, Yes I’m talking about your hair Ms. Perry, your outfits Lady Gaga, and your performance Adele. Get ready for a night of the 54th Annual Grammy Awards.
Cheers!
Oh most importantly Rock on!

Grammy Predictions:

Record of the Year: ADELE
Album of the Year: LADY GAGA
Song of the Year: ADELE: ROLLING IN THE DEEP
Best New Artist: NICKI MINAJ
Best Pop Solo performance: KATY PERRY or LADY GAGA
Best Pop Duo/Group performance: COLDPLAY or FOSTER THE PEOPLE
Best Pop Vocal Album: RIHANNA or LADY GAGA or ADELE
Best Dance Recording: SKRILLEX! or DAVID GUETTA
Best Dance/Electronica Album: DAVID GUETTA
Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album: TONY BENNETT
Best Rock Performance: COLDPLAY COLDPLAY COLDPLAY
Best Hard Rock/Metal Performance: FOO FIGHTERS
Best Rock Song: FOO FIGHTERS: WALK
Best Rock Album: RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS: I’M WITH YOU
Best Alternative Music Album: BON IVER
Best R&B Album: CHRIS BROWN: F.A.M.E
Best Rap Performance: Jay-Z ft KANYE WEST OTIS
Best Rap Collaboration : RIHANNA & DRAKE
Best Rap Song: RIHANNA, KANYE WEST, KID CUDI, FERGIE: ALL OF THE LIGHTS
Best Rap Album: NICKI MINAJ: PINK FRIDAY
Best Country Solo Performance: TAYLOR SWIFT: MEAN or JASON ALDEAN: DIRT ROAD ANTHEM
Best Country Band/Duo Performance : JASON ALDEAN ft KELLY CLARKSON: DON’T YOU WANNA STAY
Best Country Song: BLAKE SHELTON: GOD GAVE ME YOU or TAYLOR SWIFT:MEAN
Best Country Album: TAYLOR SWIFT: SPEAK NOW or LADY ANTEBELLUM: WE OWNED THE NIGHT
Best Short Form Music Video: ADELE: ROLLING IN THE DEEP
Best Long Form Music Video: FOO FIGHTERS

The 54th Grammys

Hi there.

February 12th marks the night of the 54th Annual Grammy Awards. I, am extremely excited to watch this. With Taylor Swift up for 3 Grammy nods, Best Country Album, Best Country Song, and Best Country Solo Performance, i hope to see Swift take home at least one, if not all three awards.

It’s been confirmed that Katy Perry will return to the spotlight after her recent split from husband Russell Brand. She is set to perform at the Grammys.

Another comeback is that of British sensation, voical-cords of an angel, and the unstoppable rising artist, Adele. She is set to make a performance at the Grammy’s after undergoing vocal surgery, she is bound to bring down the Grammy house with her amazing, powerful voice. I can’t wait!

“i could’ve been a princess, you’d be a king” Well she’s certainly not a Princess from China and he’s certainly not a king, but both are definitely living on top of the world with their music career’s. Rihanna came together with Coldplay on their latest album, Mylo Xyloto with the song “Princess Of China” which they will be performing at the Grammys. This should be one to watch.

Cheers!