Although this video has been making its rounds on all the music blogs, it's simply too cool and too novel for me not to say anything about it.
While the remix of Lenny Kravitz's nineties classic, "Let Love Rule," is quite tight, the accompanying video is genius. Who would of ever thought to make a video centered around the quintessential Hollywood trope: cheesy movie credits.
If you haven't watched this video yet, you can check it out below:
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Thursday, October 22, 2009
All Hallows' Playlist
Halloween has always been one of my favorite holidays - an occasion I grew up planning months in advance. I love the costumes, the atmosphere, the tricks and treats, and perhaps most importantly, the music of the season.
Recently, I dug up a playlist which I had compiled for Halloween a couple years back. There are so many great songs written for and inspired by this holiday that knowing where to draw the line is the hardest part.
This playlist is simply 26 cherry-picked tracks that get me in the spirit for an All Hallows' Eve party.
From dark and morbid, to danceable and campy, this mix should have a little something for every reveling ghoul and goblin this season.
I'm certain I've left off some perfect songs here, so please let me know what you would have included instead!
Recently, I dug up a playlist which I had compiled for Halloween a couple years back. There are so many great songs written for and inspired by this holiday that knowing where to draw the line is the hardest part.
This playlist is simply 26 cherry-picked tracks that get me in the spirit for an All Hallows' Eve party.
From dark and morbid, to danceable and campy, this mix should have a little something for every reveling ghoul and goblin this season.
I'm certain I've left off some perfect songs here, so please let me know what you would have included instead!
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Owl City = Teddy Ruxpin?
Owl City, the brainchild of musician Adam Young, has been blowing up lately with the Death Cab-style hit, 'Fireflies.'
Recently, Owl City played to a packed house at a local venue, thanks in part to a surge in radio airplay. And it's no surprise; the single is catchy and whimsical, reminding me of growing up during the '80s.
And then, late last night, it hit me. The song sounds like it should have been the theme to The Adventures of Teddy Ruxpin.
Remember Teddy Ruxpin?? Teddy was the animatronic, storytelling bear who was equally as creepy as he was lovable, and took over the good part of a decade with his popular toy line, cartoon, and live action TV series. His gentle voice and good-natured adventures wooed a whole generation of youngsters.
I hadn't thought of Teddy Ruxpin in a very long time, but something about Owl City definitely reminds me of him. There's a definite nostalgia in the song, a reminder of simpler times. After watching the official video to 'Fireflies,' I have to wonder if this connection was intentional.
Watch them both below, and let me know if I'm off my rocker.
Owl City - 'Fireflies' (official video, via YouTube)
Teddy Ruxpin - television intro theme
Saturday, October 10, 2009
The Lonely Note on Twitter
In case you didn't catch it on our sidebar, The Lonely Note is now a part of the ever-growing, microblogging network that is Twitter.
Come follow our tweets at http://www.twitter.com/lonelynote and say hello!
We have been using Twitter not only to keep you updated on our own blog, but to share music links and news tidbits that we scour from all over the web.
Come join us and be a part of the discourse!
@LonelyNote
Come follow our tweets at http://www.twitter.com/lonelynote and say hello!
We have been using Twitter not only to keep you updated on our own blog, but to share music links and news tidbits that we scour from all over the web.
Come join us and be a part of the discourse!
@LonelyNote
Thursday, October 01, 2009
LMFAO - I'm in Miami Trick'
'I'm in Miami Trick' is a pretty decent electro-rap tune. It's simple and to the point.
Stream 'I'm in Miami Trick' below:
PS: The 3:20 mark features a fairly entertaining sketch.
Stream 'I'm in Miami Trick' below:
PS: The 3:20 mark features a fairly entertaining sketch.
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