Some movies are filled with cheesy, borderline-nauseating love that gives the feeling a bad name. These movies make me wary of watching the love stories of cinema altogether. But not to worry, there are movies with romances that can actually leave an impression, leading me to appreciate love in a way I never thought possible.
Blue Valentine with Michelle Williams and Ryan Gosling is a movie unlike any I've ever seen before. It's touching yet cold, honest yet provoking--the sort of love story that leaves you hopeful and disappointed, all at the same time. In one scene, Ryan sings and plays ukulele while Michelle tap dances one evening on the sidewalk. It's a beautiful scene where a song, "You Always Hurt the Ones You Love," sums up the entire film and epitomizes true love in its most raw form.
The Jerk is a Steve Martin classic. And his brilliant, humorous acting is not overshadowed by the timeless love story of the film. One of my favorite love scenes from any movie is when Steve sings "Tonight You Belong to Me" to his love, actress Bernadette Peters. Watch for the "kiss" at the end--it's everything. And wouldn't ya know it... Another ukulele. Must be the instrument of love.
Monday, July 18, 2011
Thursday, July 14, 2011
You sound like you're from London!
I get very excited when I can look forward to an album's release. To loosely quote the movie Clueless, "my main thrill in life is a [new album to listen to], it gives me a sense of control in a world full of chaos". And Theophilus London's new album- Timez Are Weird These Days which comes out on July 19th, will do just that for me. Score. He's got skills- and fly style! Recently featured as a hiphop up-and-comer in both Uptown and Vogue magazines, London is getting hotter by the moment. Listen, love, and buy the album.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
MixMash
Remixes and Mashups via Soundcloud... Take a listen.
D.veloped - The Childish Games (Childish Gambino Mashup) by Hypetrak
The Hood Internet - All Of The Lights (Ellie Goulding x Portland Cello Project x Kanye West) by hoodinternet
Luniz - I Got 5 On It (Wick-it Remix) by Wick-it the Instigator
Never Chasing Pavement (Urban Noize Remix) by AndamosArmados
Heaven is a Bitch [Nas & AZ vs. Led Zeppelin vs. Gramatik] - Vico Ono by handsb100
Girl Talk-Triple Double by Check The Availability
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Current Obsession: Grieves
A few songs from Together/Apart
My first notice of Grieves was years ago on his first album Irreversible, and for me, it was love at first listen. With his unique and unparalleled style and beats from talented producer Budo, I see Benjamin Laub, aka Grieves, as the future of hip hop. His buttery smooth voice translates into both singing and rapping, which sets him apart in the best way. And echoed through this voice are incredibly honest, thought-provoking lyrics that inspire true self reflection in their message. Through the heartfelt emotiveness, he maintains a certain coolness in the stories of his songs that will forever leave me wanting more. But this album is just the fix I need to tie me over for some time. Together/Apart is everything you need. The cover art, packaging design, the CD/DVD combo, and the tracks themselves come together as one conceptual piece of art. This boy knows what he's doing. And paired up with Budo for some beat magic, the album is on another level. Currently touring on the Van's Warped Tour, Grieves are Budo are rapidly expanding their fan base and successfully introducing hip hop to a swarm of indifferent rock fans. Buy this album like it's your own embarrassing sex tape and spread it like wildfire to every damn person you know.
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