If you haven't ever heard of Patrick Wolf you are in for a treat. Mr. Wolf has been around for a whole and is critically acclaimed in the indie scene. This English singer/songwriter mixes electronic synth beats with classical symphony that provides for a refreshing sound. If I had to describe the music I would dramarock. Don't let that dissuade you though there is definitely something here for everyone. His powerful lyricism, incredible composition skill, and emotional sounds will leave you amazed. Patrick has recently released a new album called The Bachelor which is the first of a double disc set titled Battles. I have heard quite a few songs off the new album and let me assure you this is one that will not want to pass up. It will be on many best of lists for the year, it's already number one on my list. The songs make me feel as if I am watching a sci-fi rock opera. I am not going to post any songs from the actual album as I fully expect everyone to go out an buy it. What I will do however is put up this awesome remix that is on everyones music blog and for a damn good reason. I suggest checking out all of his music here .
Patrick Wolf - Who Will? (Buffetlibre Remix)
Looking for work sucks! I have been looking for a job for a while now and it is a frustrating daunting and nagging task. The first month or so it was sort of nice knowing that I didn't have to go to work, but that notion passed a while ago. Now I just wish I had a job for something to do. Don't get me wrong I get out and do things but I always have that little voice that says "You don't have a job and therefore you don't have money to do that." I guess that is a good thing though, I'd rather be frugal than poor. I thank God that I am single and can afford to still pay my bills and keep food in my mouth with a little left over for some fun. I know there are people out there who have it way worse than me. I really hope that they get help before I do, I hate to say that because I really want to get back to normal, but thats the way my mama raised me. I haven't really been lazy with applying to place either, there is just nothing out there and too many qualified applicants. So I am going to post this song by Andrew Jackson Jihad. It's a song that was put on a mix that a friend of mine gave me. She is in a similar situation as I am. I'd like to think that she chose this song to remind me that even though the world will rain a non-stop shit storm on you, you still have to rejoice for the things that you have.
Andrew Jackson Jihad - Rejoice
Many many years back I went to Detroit with a friend of mine to see a tour called Plea For Peace. Plea For Peace is a non-profit organization with a message that is simple: to promote the ideas of peace through the power of music. Before this time I had never been to Detroit without parental supervision and I had no idea where I was going. Once I got to the show which appeared to be much easier than expected I had to find somewhere to park. I was fortunate enough to find a place right across form the venue however I was very hesitant to park there. It was one of those lots where the vehicles are packed in and attended. You had to leave your key so that the attendant could move cars as needed. I wasn't really sure how legit it was but it looked like there were a lot of cars using the service and where else was I going to go. Besides it was right outside. I paid my fee and gave the key to the attendant. He then told me that I had to be back there at 5pm to retrieve my key or else I would be staying the night. The show was an early show and started at 4pm so I told him that would be no problem. I could just run across the street and get my key and return to the show without missing a beat. 5pm came about and I went outside and got my key. When I tried to return to the show I was informed that I had to re-pay to enter, even though I had a ticket. I thought that was total bullshit. However it was only $10 and for a good cause. The show was worth every penny. I got to see this guy play on that tour along with Alkaline Trio, Link 80, Dan Pothast, Lawrence Arms and many others. I have tried and tried to find more about Chris and his beach bum sound but I never was able to. This could be the incorrect title, I lost the tracklist long ago, but I don't see how it could be (you'll understand after you listen to the song)
Chris Murray - Heartache
These are two songs I that I have been meaning to put up since I started this blog. the first is a song by the Brighton(London) post-punk band The Maccabees. The song is a bouncy fun romp with some catchy lyrics that will stick to your brain like glue. The second track is from rapper P.O.S.(which stands for a variety of things, including Product of Society, Piece of Shit, and Promise of Skill). It's a laid back groovy song that features Slug of Atmosphere fame. Both songs are made for repeated listens.
Maccbees - Latchmere
P.O.S. - Bush League Psyche-Out Stuff
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