More Than Muscle by Luke Temple by western.vinyl
I love the dreamy soundscape of this song. It's old school soul combined with modern tranquility. You may know Luke Temple from Here We Go Magic, the band that he got his start with (I didn't), but I think I might have to go and check them out after hearing "More Than Muscle." Don't Act Like You Don't Care is the album that was born from flexing his folksy alter-ego, while launching the band and also still working full-time as a plasterer. Geez, and I thought I was busy. The record is out August 30th on Western Vinyl. I look forward to hearing more! And, you can download another track "Ophelia" on Spinner!
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Monday, July 11, 2011
3 Days, 3 Movies
I saw three movies this weekend...one for each day. The three movies could not have been any different, but I liked them all just the same. Here are my reviews:
1. Horrible Bosses
I gave this one an A for comedy. I see a lot of comedies, and I have to say that this one had me laughing throughout. I really went into it with no expectations and was pleasantly surprised. Colin Ferrell was the least recognizable and has turned into quite the versatile actor, I think. I liked Jennifer Aniston in it, but found her character to be completely unrealistic. I thought Charlie Day and Jason Sudeikis pulled off leading roles really well. it will be interesting to see what they have coming out next. And then there was my boyfriend Jason Bateman. I love anything he is in. He is just so great playing the straight person in comedy. Horrible Bosses is definitely a fun movie, and I recommend seeing it this summer.
2. Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest
Um, loved, loved, loved. I give it an A+. I posted before about my adoration of A Tribe Called Quest, but this film made me love them even more. Not only was everyone in the theater bobbing their heads throughout the film, but people were definitely captivated by their story. Like me, I think that most didn't know about the deep-seated drama and turmoil that the band went through while and after breaking up in 1998. The film did a great job of telling the story and not taking sides. Director Michael Rapaport did a Q&A after the showing and discussed all that went into the making of the film and shed some light about how the band feels about it. They are ultimately happy with it, but some not as much since they didn't have full control as to the direction of the film. If you're a fan of ATCQ music, you HAVE TO see Beats, Rhymes & Life. It's opening nationwide soon!
3. Terri
Most people haven't heard of this movie. And, that's ok. I gave Terri a B+. I thought that it was super cute, heartwarming and funny. John C. Reilly can't do a lot of wrong in my book and I thought that his performance was great as the Principal at this non-descript high school full of good hearted and bad hearted kids. Jacob Wysocki plays Terri and is definitely going to be one to watch. His sweet pj's are worth the price of admission. I explained the film to a friend as being "super indie." When I say this, I mean that is was a little slow moving, somewhat quiet and and very character driven. I love those kinds of movies. I think if Napoleon Dynamite had a fat cousin he would be Terri. And I mean that in the most positive way. If you are super indie movie nerd, this should already be on your list.
I should also note that I saw Terri at my new favorite theater, The Landmark on Pico Blvd. in Los Angeles. I was all, Arclight who? It's a shame that The Landmark is so far away; it takes a lot to get me to the Westside. But, I give them an A++ for everything from service to snacks to parking to the leather seats that reclined deep. I felt like I was in First Class! I'll be back for sure!
1. Horrible Bosses
I gave this one an A for comedy. I see a lot of comedies, and I have to say that this one had me laughing throughout. I really went into it with no expectations and was pleasantly surprised. Colin Ferrell was the least recognizable and has turned into quite the versatile actor, I think. I liked Jennifer Aniston in it, but found her character to be completely unrealistic. I thought Charlie Day and Jason Sudeikis pulled off leading roles really well. it will be interesting to see what they have coming out next. And then there was my boyfriend Jason Bateman. I love anything he is in. He is just so great playing the straight person in comedy. Horrible Bosses is definitely a fun movie, and I recommend seeing it this summer.
2. Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest
Um, loved, loved, loved. I give it an A+. I posted before about my adoration of A Tribe Called Quest, but this film made me love them even more. Not only was everyone in the theater bobbing their heads throughout the film, but people were definitely captivated by their story. Like me, I think that most didn't know about the deep-seated drama and turmoil that the band went through while and after breaking up in 1998. The film did a great job of telling the story and not taking sides. Director Michael Rapaport did a Q&A after the showing and discussed all that went into the making of the film and shed some light about how the band feels about it. They are ultimately happy with it, but some not as much since they didn't have full control as to the direction of the film. If you're a fan of ATCQ music, you HAVE TO see Beats, Rhymes & Life. It's opening nationwide soon!
3. Terri
Most people haven't heard of this movie. And, that's ok. I gave Terri a B+. I thought that it was super cute, heartwarming and funny. John C. Reilly can't do a lot of wrong in my book and I thought that his performance was great as the Principal at this non-descript high school full of good hearted and bad hearted kids. Jacob Wysocki plays Terri and is definitely going to be one to watch. His sweet pj's are worth the price of admission. I explained the film to a friend as being "super indie." When I say this, I mean that is was a little slow moving, somewhat quiet and and very character driven. I love those kinds of movies. I think if Napoleon Dynamite had a fat cousin he would be Terri. And I mean that in the most positive way. If you are super indie movie nerd, this should already be on your list.
I should also note that I saw Terri at my new favorite theater, The Landmark on Pico Blvd. in Los Angeles. I was all, Arclight who? It's a shame that The Landmark is so far away; it takes a lot to get me to the Westside. But, I give them an A++ for everything from service to snacks to parking to the leather seats that reclined deep. I felt like I was in First Class! I'll be back for sure!
Thursday, July 7, 2011
New Song: Mumford & Sons
Mumford & Sons - "Home/Untitled" (Live on KBCO) by TwentyFourBit.com
While I do appreciate the Mumford & Sons, and the music they stand for (read: banjos rule), I have yet to catch them live. Still, it makes me excited and hopeful that they have had such success with Sigh No More and I can only hope that success is matched with their follow up. I hear they've been debuting new music on the road and they recently played one of their new tracks on Denver's KBCO, which TwentyFourBit was so kind to post. Needless to say, "Home" makes it seem like the band is ready to get off the road and be home for a bit. I can't say I blame them; they've had quite the whirlwind of a fantastic year. And, they have more to look forward to. If "Home" is any indication of what's to come, all their sophomore record dreams will come true.
While I do appreciate the Mumford & Sons, and the music they stand for (read: banjos rule), I have yet to catch them live. Still, it makes me excited and hopeful that they have had such success with Sigh No More and I can only hope that success is matched with their follow up. I hear they've been debuting new music on the road and they recently played one of their new tracks on Denver's KBCO, which TwentyFourBit was so kind to post. Needless to say, "Home" makes it seem like the band is ready to get off the road and be home for a bit. I can't say I blame them; they've had quite the whirlwind of a fantastic year. And, they have more to look forward to. If "Home" is any indication of what's to come, all their sophomore record dreams will come true.
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Way Back Wednesday: Motorhead
I heard Motorhead this weekend and was reminded at how much pure and evil ass they kick. So, I thought I'd dust off some old Motorhead for this week's Way Back Wednesday. Motorhead isn't just for metalheads. My friend Billy, who is super preppy gay guy, loves Motorhead. And, my 5 year old nephew, Max, does his own mosh pit in the middle of the living room to "Ace of Spades" at volume 11. It's really cute unless you're on the phone and it's happening in the background. In which case, I usually hang up. I've spent many-a-night gazing at Lemmy playing video poker at the Rainbow. He's actually pretty nice, considering the name of the documentary made about him is called LEMMY: 49% Motherf**ker, 51% Son Of A Bitch. \m/
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
New Movie: One Day
OMG, I can barely contain the emotion just watching the trailer for this movie. I read One Day by David Nicholls for my book club a few months ago and I can honestly say that I have not cried like that in a really, really long time. The book stuck with me for at least a week after I was done. The book is about the relationship between Annie and Dexter, starting when they graduate university, and checks in on them each anniversary of that date for twenty years. I would have never guessed at the beginning of the book that I would be so invested and fallen so much in love with the book. The movie is directed by Lone Scherfig, who also directed An Education (which I loved). I hope that the same sensibility, style and vision that made An Education so amazing will come through in One Day. This one may be a twenty hanky movie.
Friday, July 1, 2011
Taking Back Sunday
I was lucky enough to be invited to see Taking Back Sunday perform in the Warner Bros. Records courtyard this afternoon. It was a little hot out there, but they had cocktails and tacos to help soothe the sweat. Check out the videos. They were awesome and great sports, especially considering it was 95 degrees and they were wearing black.
Sneak Peak: Ladytron
Ladytron - Selections from 'Gravity The Seducer' by nettwerkmusicgroup
Ladytron is back with their fifth full-length album Gravity the Seducer on September 13th! They released a 3 song sampler and so far it sounds like pretty classic Ladytron: spacy and shoegazy. It's the perfect set of jams to get cozy with on this long weekend. Enjoy!
Ladytron is back with their fifth full-length album Gravity the Seducer on September 13th! They released a 3 song sampler and so far it sounds like pretty classic Ladytron: spacy and shoegazy. It's the perfect set of jams to get cozy with on this long weekend. Enjoy!
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