Kick-starter 2012

This is me and my poor attempt at getting back into the groove of blogging. 

So this guy's pretty cool. Plus, he's got an awesome drum kit to boot.

Will be back with an array of cool and irrelevant posts. Right after I'm done fighting dragons and rescuing princesses. I mean, what else would you do on Valentine's Day?


~ watch adventure drums!  ~

Soul Punk

Didn't win the video contest, so as a consolation, I bought myself a copy of Patrick Stump's debut solo album "Soul Punk". What I love about this album is that it is Patrick's true expression of the kind of music that he loves; RnB and hip-hop. Most people will know him as a "rock guy" but this album doesn't sound anything like FOB. So even though you may be a FOB fan, you may not necessarily like Soul Punk. Compared to all the party music that are slowly killing our brain cells ("Sexy & I know it" is a terrible song. No, it's not even worthy to be called music. Bottom line - it's terrible), Soul Punk is a refreshing breath of new life. Funky guitars, big drums and a healthy dose of synth plus Patrick's killer vocals makes for an awesome album. Daring and bold, Soul Punk is definitely something worth listening to.

Glad that he's finally able to make the kind of music he loves. Looking forward to one day watching him live.


~ work's gonna be more fun listening to Soul Punk ~

This City

~ can't wait for Soulpunk! ~

Fanboying... yes it's a word.

I've been listening to Karmin everyday for the past week.

They are good. Nuff said.

And who knew Sara Bareilles would have such an awesome stage presence. Always thought that she would be a sweet, soft-spoken lady. Guess not. Super cool and fun band too.

~ feel like recording something nyaaa ~

Keep It Real

The first time I watched Clara perform was 2 years ago at Cafe Crema. Since then, I've become quite a fan. Clara Rhoden is a powerhouse. I love how her vocals are accompanied with equally powerful lyrics. Lyrics which are genuine, honest and real! Clara's music is, at the very core, rock. So for those looking for something heavier or music which doesn't explicitly talk about sex, booze and partying, you might enjoy this album. My favourite songs from this album are "Real Again" and "One More Chance".

"Clara's debut album Keep it Real is a challenge to us all to live unreservedly and wholeheartedly as the people God made us to be." - clararhoden.com (Biography)

Check out her website and listen to her previews here. It's not too late to join the real revolution!

~ in support of melbourne's local music scene ~

Waking up Strong in the Morning!

Still kinda bumped about Silverchair's "Indefinite Hibernation". Would have loved to watch them live. But it's good that they're happily working on their own projects at the moment. Thanks for all the years of music and looking forward to what these guys have in store.

Having a paper later in the afternoon and one more on Wednesday! Kinda getting lazy BUT I must persevere! Just like what my high school motto says - Learn, Persevere, Succeed. Hmm kinda lame but it makes sense.

~ almost there! ~

Limit Break

BIGGEST. WEEK. EVER.

Let's mosey.

~ don't lose focus! ~

You Could Be Your Own Spotlight

Super excited about Patrick Stump's new solo album, Soul Punk! Loving the new look & sound. Did you know that before FOB he was a drummer? Due to changes in the line-up he became the reluctant lead singer and began playing the guitar. Aren't we all glad he did.

Just bought his Truant Wave-EP. Totally un-FOB, but completely his own style. Prepare to be stumped!

~ check out his youtube channel for more ~

I'm A FOB... Fan

Probably my favourite song from their 2008 album Folie A Deux. Funny how I'm only listening to it now. Love how the video made many references to their old music videos. Can you spot them all?

The acoustic version of this song is just as good!

~ waiting on FOB come back! ~

Goodnight Company

This album has been keeping me company for the past week. Amazing vocals and music arrangement. A very very talented lady she is. Check out her Youtube channel and do yourself a favour by downloading her album. And guess what?

It's FREE!

http://www.janelui.com/

But it's always good to leave a tip ;)


~ end of year 2, hopefully ~

Falling in Love with....

Olivia Ong - A Girl Meets Bossanova. So she's been around for a while but I only got to know about her recently. And boy do I love her music. Especially this album where she takes popular songs and adds a bossanova feel to them. For example, Fly Me to the Moon(Frank Sinatra), Love Fools(The Cardigans) and Feelin So Good(Jennifer Lopez) just to name a few. Pretty relaxing and soothing stuff. I highly recommend this album and her music to anyone who appreciates soft pop or just want something light & easy.


~ Singaporean win! ~

Here's another pop song for all you to love

~ let's dance to this song HEY! ~

Nippon Ichiban!

I didn't know that there were this many j-girl rock bands around. Not that I'm complaining.

SCANDAL - Shoujo S

Eu-Phoria - Valentine Jealousy


Stereopony - Hitohira no Hanabira


This one's my favourite band. Love the bass line for the song above. They're pretty good live too.

Random thoughts:

• Why does it seem that those who upload these videos are Español?
• Why is it always raining in music video world?
• Japanese fans are programmed to have synchronized hand movements during every concert. And I mean every!
  
• Can't believe that most of them are around the same age as I am.
• I have a thing for girls who plays bass or guitar ;)

~ Ramones t-shirt! ~

AMP movement

Guess what people! I just paid to download a music album. This is definitely an accomplishment for me. It's been such a loong time since I've paid for music.

When Leon shared this band with me, I fell in love with them right away. Amp consist of three guys who hail from Maryland, United States. Their songs utilizes backing beats, with mellow keys and synthesizer. Combined with their singing and rapping style, Amp redefines the genre of gospel music.

What makes their songs really powerful, are the messages that they carry. Listening to the lyrics, they write about the struggles of be a Christian, a greater love, hope for better things, mainly gospel messages. But I sure most people would be able to relate with or enjoy their music.

Check 'em out and listen to their tunes here.

And if you really love their music, support them but buying their EP here:

http://ampmovement.bandcamp.com/

It's only $5.56 AUD for 6 awesome tracks written from the soul!

Peace!


~ "The Vision" - the lyrics are so powerful it pierces right through me ~

Meri Kurisumasu~

Kotaro Oshio's interpretation and arrangement of "Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence".



This song was originally a piano piece composed by Ryuichi Sakamoto for a movie of the same title.

It's definitely worth listening to. So go and listen to it now and be awe by its awesomeness!


~ Happy Birthday, Lawrence ~

Reminisce

Watch as this music video of a girl washing dishes transform into an acoustic, orchestral and piano masterpiece!

Utada Hikaru - Hikari



Utada Hikaru - Simple and Clean



Yoko Shimomura - Hikari (Orchestra version)



Some random youtuber - Hikari (Piano version)



~ If I had to choose, this would probably be my high school life theme song hahaha ~