Monthly Archives: November 2010

The Morning Benders – Excuses

This is currently my favorite song. It has been ever since the summer when I listened to it on repeat at my desk at work for about a week straight. In fact, I’m having a silent sing-a-long right now as … Continue reading

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Fool’s Gold – Surprise Hotel

This LA-based indie/pop/dance/African band sure does know how to create some toe-tapping melodies. The group started when vocalist/bassist Luke Top and lead guitarist Lewis Pesacov had a desire to create music combining rad 80s dance music vibe with their love … Continue reading

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M83 – We Own The Sky

Usually this isn’t really my type of music but there’s something about this song that I enjoy. Was wondering where the name came from and turns out the band is named after a spiral galaxy, Messier 83. French people can … Continue reading

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The XX – Islands

I just read this online: “If you wanted to revisit the awkward horniness of your grade-school days, the xx was the right band to listen to.” HA! The XX are so awkward and haunting and great. Saw them in the … Continue reading

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ACDC – If You Want Blood (You’ve Got It)

This song’s off the soundtrack of my favorite movie of all time, Empire Records. It has the most amazing soundtrack. I’m not usually one to dig classic rock but I am REALLY into this song. I think it’s because I … Continue reading

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Sia – The Fight

I can confidently say that this is my favorite album right now. I put it on every morning while I’m getting ready for work and have a little dance. It’s just so catchy and upbeat, it’s hard not to love. … Continue reading

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The Kooks – She Moves in Her Own Way

I know you all know the Kooks (or at least you should) so I’ll skip the band intro. New album in 2011 though.. can’t wait! They all continue to have hilarious hair, and I love them for it. If you … Continue reading

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Rosie Thomas feat Sufjan Stevens – Say Hello

So when it’s the middle of the night and I just get home from work and my mind is racing, like tonight, I put on quiet relaxing music to lull me into slumber. My sleepytime playlist had remained untouched for … Continue reading

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Eliza Doolittle – Pack Up

I just ran across this video on justsolondon.com. I’ve never heard of this artist before but there is something sweet about this little tune that I love. This is a Black Cab Sessions production, my fav website to discover new … Continue reading

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Twin Sister – Lady Daydream

Keep your eyes peeled for this rising indie band from the big apple. They just released their debut album and it’s so dreamy and mysterious and hard not to love. I saw them open for the Morning Benders last month … Continue reading

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