Grade A electronica, right up there with Imogen Heap.
"Leaving in Coffins" Psapp
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Friday, July 30, 2010
"Brand New Set of Wings" Joe Purdy
No one cranks out killer albums like Joe Purdy. Just a little taste of his brilliance...
"Brand New Set of Wings" Joe Purdy
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
"Beautiful Is" Jimmy Eat World
While getting excited for Jimmy's new album release on 9/28, I inadvertently discovered a bonus song exclusively on the Japanese release of their previous album. Hopefully, this will hold me over a couple months.
"Beautiful Is" Jimmy Eat World
Monday, July 26, 2010
"Little Bitty Pretty One" Thurston Harris
It's impossible to hear this song without picturing Matilda Wormwood conducting flying playing cards around a room. At least for me, that is, and probably for you too.
"Little Bitty Pretty One" Thurston Harris
Sunday, July 25, 2010
"Save The Best For Last" Vanessa Williams
I heard a man in Boston playing this on soprano sax and fell in love with it all over again.
"Save The Best For Last" Vanessa Williams
Saturday, July 24, 2010
Friday, July 23, 2010
"La Vie En Rose" Louis Armstrong
Life in rosy hues. (pardon my tardiness this weekend, I'm on vacation in Boston!)
"La Vie En Rose" Louis Armstrong
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
"You Can Never Hold Back Spring" Tom Waits
Tom sings like he's already lived several long lives. Raspy, weathered, worn, but wonderful.
"You Can Never Hold Back Spring" Tom Waits
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
"Confessions of a Broken Heart" Lindsay Lohan
Here's MY confession: this is the worst song I've featured on this blog thus far. :) Today, Lindsay Lohan begins what is sure to be a less than 90 day prison sentence. Godspeed, Linds? All I know is you had better hurry back before Hilary Duff reclaims her career.
"Confessions of a Broken Heart" Lindsay Lohan
Monday, July 19, 2010
"Symphonies" Dan Black
This song has been on every one of my playlists this summer... and rightfully so.
"Symphonies" Dan Black
Sunday, July 18, 2010
"Minstrel's Prayer" Cartel
This song brings me back to summer after senior year at SCAHS. Still a solid listen.
"Minstrel's Prayer" Cartel
Saturday, July 17, 2010
"Beautiful Mistake" Rob Blackledge
This picture may be a little deceiving. Although Rob is proficient on piano, he also plays a mean guitar. I think I most enjoy this song because it starts out with just guitar and vocals: raw and uncluttered.
"Beautiful Mistake" Rob Blackledge
Friday, July 16, 2010
"Real World" Matchbox Twenty
Was I really 8 when this song was released? Time flies, but this song stays awesome.
"Real World" Matchbox Twenty
Thursday, July 15, 2010
"You've Got Me Wrapped Around Your Little Finger" Beth Rowley
After I saw this movie yesterday, this featured song just ran through my head. Soft, sweet, and delectably jazzy.
"You've Got Me Wrapped Around Your Little Finger" Beth Rowley
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
"Waterfalls" TLC
Although I realize the metaphorical meaning of this song, I can't help but envision someone literally chasing waterfalls when I sing along to the chorus. This guest selection c/o BJN.
"Waterfalls" TLC
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
"Grace is Gone" Dave Matthews Band
It's about time DMB made the blog. This song's subject matter isn't much different than yesterday's. I promise it's not "somber song week".
"Grace is Gone" Dave Matthews Band
Monday, July 12, 2010
"Your New Twin Sized Bed" Death Cab for Cutie
Although they're not uplifting, the lyrics of this song are brilliant - like most of Death Cab's work. After having been essentially off of the radar for over a year now, I suspect a fresh new album is right around the corner.
"Your New Twin Sized Bed" Death Cab for Cutie
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Friday, July 9, 2010
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
"Candy Everybody Wants" 10,000 Maniacs
I love this song's soft groove and the backup saxes/horns. Perfect for casual driving, especially during the early 90's. Just keep it in mind. Also, chances are you will recognize the vocalist. Natalie Merchant, before her solo career, was the lead singer of 10,000 Maniacs.
"Candy Everybody Wants" 10,000 Maniacs
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Monday, July 5, 2010
Sunday, July 4, 2010
"Gonna Make You Love Me" Ryan Adams
Ryan Adam's "Gold" album cover is about all of the Independence Day patriotism I could muster. Well, I tried.
"Gonna Make You Love Me" Ryan Adams
Saturday, July 3, 2010
"Lost Without U" Robin Thicke
In all fairness, Robin's dad, Alan Thicke, is not a recording artist. However, I felt that it was worth noting the successful and stylized R & B singer son of a Growing Pains star.
"Lost Without U" Robin Thicke
Friday, July 2, 2010
"Time To Move" Crosby Loggins (feat. John Mayer)
Making it in the music biz is a lot more feasible when your dad is Kenny Loggins. Oh, and getting John Mayer to throw in some background vocals doesn't hurt.
"Time To Move" Crosby Loggins
Thursday, July 1, 2010
"This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)" Natalie Cole
Natalie, daughter of one of my favorite jazz vocalists Nat "King", had quite the career herself. "This Will Be" is currently her most well known hit and one I"m a big fan of, but I felt obligated to include a bonus song today: a tender duet of Natalie with her father. Simply magical.
"This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)" Natalie Cole
BONUS: "Unforgettable" Natalie Cole (feat. Nat "King" Cole)